The Seam Podcast

Season 4 Episode 16: Lynne Cohen Foundation Event Recording: Menopause, HRT & Cancer Prevention with Dr. Lynda Roman 01.07.2026 1ó 2p

This conversation was recorded live as part of The SEAM Salons, an intimate series of in-person gatherings created by the Lynne Cohen Foundation to bring curated groups of women into candid, expert-led conversations about preventive health, cancer risk, medicine, advocacy, and the questions we are often left to navigate alone.In this salon conversation, Amy Cohen Epstein sits down with Dr. Lynda Roman, MD, Division Chief of Gynecologic Oncology at the Keck School of Medicine of USC and Co-Director of the USC Lynne Cohen Foundation Preventive Care Clinic, for an honest and deeply informative discussion about menopause, hormone replacement therapy, cancer risk, gaps in women’s health research, and the role of philanthropy and collaboration in advancing early detection and prevention.We are sharing this recording first with the women who were part of the room as a thank-you for helping shape such a thoughtful and generous conversation. This unlisted release is intended as a resource to revisit, reflect on, and share carefully with women in your life who may benefit from it.To learn more about the Lynne Cohen Foundation’s work in cancer prevention, early detection, education, and access to care — or to support our mission with a donation — please visit: https://lynnecohenfoundation.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 4 Episode 15: Preventive Medicine and Perimenopause: Whole Patient Medicine with Carley Cassity, NP 15.06.2026 44p

When your body starts to feel unfamiliar — your sleep changes, anxiety appears out of nowhere, migraines intensify, weight shifts, hormones fluctuate — it can be hard to know where to begin. In this episode of The SEAM Podcast, Amy Cohen Epstein sits down with Carley Cassity, NP, for a smart, candid conversation about preventive medicine, perimenopause, and why so many women are looking for a different kind of care.The SEAM Podcast is produced by the Lynne Cohen Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to breast and ovarian cancer prevention, early detection, and expanded access to preventive care. https://lynnecohenfoundation.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 4 Episode 14: Dense Breasts, Mammograms & What Your Screening Can Miss | Dr. Hannah Milch 01.06.2026 32p

What does it really mean to have dense breasts—and how does breast density affect what a mammogram can see?In this episode of The SEAM Podcast, Amy Cohen Epstein sits down with Dr. Hannah Milch, a breast-specialized radiologist at UCLA, for a clear, candid conversation about breast cancer screening, mammograms, ultrasounds, MRIs, and the evolving role of artificial intelligence in early detection.Dr. Milch explains why dense breast tissue is so common, why mammography remains the foundation of breast cancer screening, when supplemental imaging may be recommended, and why there is no one-size-fits-all answer for every woman. Amy and Dr. Milch also discuss the emotional reality of preventive care: what women can control, what they cannot, and how better information can help patients make more confident choices.This conversation is especially helpful for anyone wondering:What does breast density mean?Should I get an ultrasound with my mammogram?When is a breast MRI recommended?What are the limits of mammography?How could AI improve breast cancer screening?The SEAM Podcast is produced by the Lynne Cohen Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to breast and ovarian cancer prevention, early detection, and expanded access to preventive care. https://lynnecohenfoundation.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Mother’s Day Message from Amy Cohen Epstein | Lynne Cohen Foundation 10.05.2026 7p

This Mother’s Day, Lynne Cohen Foundation founder Amy Cohen Epstein reflects on the mothers we love, the mothers we miss, and the women whose futures we still have the power to protect.Make a Mother’s Day gift in honor of a mother, daughter, sister, friend, or woman you love:https://impact.lynnecohenfoundation.org/campaign/799365/donateThe Lynne Cohen Foundation was built from Amy’s mother Lynne’s story and the belief that information, access, and early action can change the future for other families. Since 1998, Lynne Cohen Foundation Preventive Care Clinics have helped women facing increased risk of breast and ovarian cancers access screenings, genetic counseling, risk assessment, follow-up care, and lifesaving support. Learn more about the Lynne Cohen Foundation HERE.For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 4 Episode 12: The Future of Ovarian Cancer Care with Dr. Mona Guo 01.05.2026 43p

What does prevention really look like when cancer risk is part of your life? In this episode of The SEAM Podcast, Amy Cohen Epstein sits down with Dr. Mona Guo, gynecologic oncologist at USC Keck and part of the Lynne Cohen Foundation Preventive Care Clinic, for a conversation on risk-reducing surgery, ovarian cancer treatment, and the deeply personal decisions women face in navigating care. Drawing on her work with women at increased risk for breast and ovarian cancers, Dr. Guo offers a clear-eyed perspective on fallopian tube removal, hormonal prevention strategies, menopause, self-advocacy, and quality of life during and after treatment.For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 4 Episode 11: Annie Taube of LoveShackFancy on Inheriting Breast Cancer Fear and Learning to Keep Moving 08.04.2026 52p

In this episode of The SEAM Podcast, Amy Cohen Epstein sits down with Annie Taube, Head of Marketing at LoveShackFancy, for an in-depth conversation about breast cancer, motherhood, ambition, and the reality of holding a full life together. A breast cancer survivor and mother of teenagers, Annie reflects on her career in a demanding industry, the example set by her mother, and the emotional weight of a family history of breast cancer.For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 4 Episode 10: The Microbiome and the Art of Paying Attention with Ara Katz, co-CEO of SEED 15.03.2026 38p

In this thoughtful follow-up conversation, Amy Cohen Epstein speaks with Seed co-founder and co-CEO Ara Katz about the science of gut health, the invisible systems that shape how we feel, and the daily choices that influence far more than we realize.For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 4 Episode 9: Medicine for Midlife: Dr. Gusty Swift on Hormones, the Gut–Brain Axis, and Nervous System Reset 01.03.2026 34p

Perimenopause can feel like a slow unraveling. You’re waking up at 3 a.m. Your anxiety feels new. Your periods are changing. Your skin, your sleep, your stress tolerance — all different. And yet, you’re told your labs are “normal.” In this episode of The SEAM Podcast, Amy Cohen Epstein sits down with naturopathic physician Dr. Gusty Swift to talk honestly about midlife hormone shifts and why so many women feel dismissed during this stage of life. Instead of prescribing for symptoms alone, Dr. Swift explains her root-cause approach — looking at the thyroid, adrenals, and ovaries as an interconnected system, and addressing the nervous system as a key driver of perimenopausal change.For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 4 Episode 8: When Legacy Becomes a Love Language Natasha Gregson Wagner on Memory, Motherhood, and Natalie Wood 15.02.2026 47p

In this deeply personal conversation, Natasha Gregson Wagner returns to The SEAM Podcast to reflect on grief, legacy, and the quiet ways love is passed from mother to daughter. Speaking with Amy Cohen Epstein, Natasha shares how losing her mother, legendary actress Natalie Wood, shaped her identity, her motherhood, and her understanding of safety, love, and remembrance. This conversation moves through grief without stigma, the long arc of healing, and the intimacy of mother-daughter bonds — especially as Natasha raises her own daughter, Clover. Natasha also opens up about her fragrance brand, L'Amour Mère (meaning "Mother Love" in French) is as an act of emotional alchemy: transforming loss into beauty, ritual, and connection across generations.For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 4 Episode 7: Progress Over Perfect: Dana Grinnell (Free Living Co.) on Non-Toxic Essentials, Winter Skin, and Ditching “Fragrance” 01.02.2026 39p

Dana Grinnell, founder of Free Living Co. in Park City, joins us for a practical, zero-shame conversation about what “clean living” actually means, and how to make it doable in real life. Drawing on her nearly two decades working in medical devices and her lived experience navigating product choices for herself and her family, Dana explains why everyday household and personal-care products matter, how to think about cumulative “toxic load,” and where small changes can make a meaningful difference. Time to unpack common misconceptions around fragrance, candles, skincare, and household products, and share realistic strategies for winter skin health, hydration, and building routines that support the body from the inside out.For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 4 Episode 6: Unpacking The Curated Day Planner: Founder Kerri O’Hara on ADHD-Friendly Planning, Mental Load, and Rethinking New Year’s Resolutions 15.01.2026 42p

January often arrives with a familiar mix of motivation and pressure: new goals, new systems, and yet another promise to “do better.” In this episode of the SEAM Podcast, host Amy Cohen Epstein sits down with Kerri O’Hara, founder of The Curated Day Planner, to examine why traditional approaches to planning and New Year’s resolutions so often fail women and what actually works instead. Designed with neurodivergent women in mind, The Curated Day Planner emerged from Kerri’s own experience navigating ADHD, burnout, and the invisible mental load that shapes daily life.For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 4 Episode 5: Purpose-Driven Health: Justine Reichman on Impact, Food & Women Thriving 05.01.2026 39p

Justine Reichman is founder and CEO of NextGen Purpose and host of the Essential Ingredients podcast. She joins Amy Cohen Epstein to explore how a mission-driven framework around food, wellness and women’s health becomes a key part of cancer prevention and survivorship. From longevity to regenerative food systems to purpose after trauma—the conversation bridges prevention, healing and thriving in the broader health ecosystem.For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 4 Episode 4: Hormones, Longevity & Early Detection: A Sun Valley Q&A with Dr. Roohi Jeelani and Annbeth Eschbach 15.12.2025 37p

Recorded live at the Lynne Cohen Foundation’s 2025 Sun Valley gathering, this special episode brings together three leading voices reshaping the future of women’s preventive health: Dr. Roohi Jeelani, double board-certified Reproductive Endocrinologist and Fertility Specialist; Annbeth Eschbach, founder of Reset One and a pioneer in women’s wellness; and LCF Founder Amy Cohen Epstein.For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 4 Episode 3: Life After the Scan: Isabel Galiano on Redefining Yourself After Cancer 01.12.2025 40p

When you’ve heard the words “you have cancer,” it’s almost impossible not to compare yourself to the person you were before diagnosis. For integrative cancer coach and breast cancer survivor Isabel Galiano, that comparison became a quiet form of self-punishment—until she learned to measure her life from a different starting line.In this conversation, Isabel traces her story from caring for her mother through colon cancer at 50, to her own breast cancer diagnosis at 32 just after her honeymoon, to a devastating recurrence less than two years after being declared cancer-free. She shares how she moved from being a “guest” in her own treatment—doing only what doctors told her—to becoming an active participant in her care, studying health coaching, nutrition, and functional medicine to build a toolbox for healing and long-term survivorship.For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 4 Episode 2: Resetting Longevity: Annbeth Eschbach on the Future of Wellness After Cancer 15.11.2025 35p

Health-industry veteran and longevity visionary Annbeth Eschbach (CEO & Co-founder of ResetOne) has built her career bridging spa, fertility, fitness and wellness. In this episode, she joins Amy Cohen Epstein to talk about what “well after” really means for women who’ve faced cancer — not just surviving, but designing a life of longevity, resilience and thriving. They’ll explore how the wellness industry is evolving to support real-world survivorship, what the next decade looks like for women’s health, and how community, movement and purpose intersect in that journey.For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 4 Episode 1: Shay Moraga On The Loneliness Of Survival And The Birth Of Shay’s Warriors 01.11.2025 36p

For many survivors, the hardest part of cancer begins when treatment ends. Shay Moraga knows that feeling intimately—and she turned it into a mission. As founder of Shay’s Warriors: Life After Cancer, Shay created a space for women to find support, wellness, and belonging in the often-overlooked phase of survivorship. In this episode, she and Amy Cohen Epstein explore the emotional aftermath of cancer, the need for community in recovery, and what real healing looks like beyond survival.We’re thrilled to launch Season 4 of The SEAM with this powerful conversation. This season, we're exploring the theme of how healing isn’t simply about surviving; it’s about thriving together, redefining what long-term wellness looks like after cancer, and building community where none felt possible.For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 3 Episode 25: From Burnout to Balance: Stephanie Matsuba on Mental Health, Movement & Finding Strength Through Structure 15.10.2025 55p

This week on The SEAM Podcast, Amy Cohen Epstein, founder of the Lynne Cohen Foundation, sits down with Stephanie Matsuba — artist, actress, and powerhouse instructor from BURN Los Angeles, who led this year’s Kickin’ Cancer warm-up — for an intimate conversation about mental health, fitness, and the power of routine. Stephanie opens up about living with bipolar II disorder, her early experiences navigating illness as a teenager, and how she built a life grounded in self-care, movement, and honesty.For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 3 Episode 24: Nikki Boyer on Dying for Sex, Breast Cancer Awareness, and Carrying Molly’s Legacy 01.10.2025 52p

When Nikki Boyer’s best friend Molly was diagnosed with stage IV breast cancer, their friendship became the story the world would come to know as Dying for Sex. In this Breast Cancer Awareness Month special, Nikki opens up about soulmates, grief, and the lessons Molly left behind.In this episode of the SEAM Podcast, Nikki reflects on caregiving, legacy, and how honest conversations about women’s health can change the way we care for ourselves and each other. She sits down with our host Amy Cohen Epstein, founder of The SEAM Podcast and the Lynne Cohen Foundation, which provides free screenings, genetic counseling, and preventive care for women at risk of breast and ovarian cancer.Learn more: https://lynnecohenfoundation.org Join us for Kickin’ Cancer 2025 in Los Angeles: https://impact.lynnecohenfoundation.org/event/kickin-cancer-r-run-walk-stroll-2025/e686566#NikkiBoyer #DyingForSex #BreastCancerAwareness #OvarianCancerAwareness #SEAMPodcast #WomensHealthFor more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 3 Episode 23: Marla Tellez Celebrates 10 Years Hosting Kickin’ Cancer | Fighting Breast & Ovarian Cancer 15.09.2025 20p

Marla Tellez returns for her 10th year as host of Kickin’ Cancer — and this time, as a new mom. In this special installment of our mini-series, she sits down with Amy Cohen Epstein to reflect on a decade of championing women’s health, the power of community, and the deeply personal reasons this cause continues to matter to her.Kickin’ Cancer raises awareness and funds for the Lynne Cohen Foundation’s national network of preventive care clinics: providing mammograms, genetic testing, counseling, and other lifesaving services to women at increased risk for breast and ovarian cancer.Register for Kickin’ Cancer here: https://impact.lynnecohenfoundation.org/event/kickin-cancer-r-run-walk-stroll-2025/e686566Learn more about the Lynne Cohen Foundation here: https://lynnecohenfoundation.orgFor more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 3 Episode 22: Dr. Roohi Jeelani on Fertility, Risk, and Reclaiming the Conversation 02.09.2025 45p

Double board-certified reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Roohi Jeelani joins the SEAM Podcast to talk about the critical intersections of fertility, genetics, and cancer risk, and why proactive reproductive care is a form of self-advocacy. In this conversation with host Amy Cohen Epstein, Dr. Jeelani breaks down what every woman should know about egg preservation, family planning, and navigating fertility after a cancer diagnosis or high-risk genetic screening.For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.