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• Eps 428: Why Women Feel So Alone in Perimenopause (Even When They’re Not Alone) 02.07.2026 17min

  Have you ever felt lonely, even when you’re surrounded by people?Not because you’re physically alone, but because no one truly understands what you’re carrying.In this episode, we explore one of the most overlooked challenges women face in midlife: loneliness. We unpack why loneliness peaks during our 40s and 50s, the hidden weight of invisible labor, and why feeling understood may be one of the most important parts of healing. If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t recognize myself anymore,” or “I thought it was just me,” this conversation is for you.Episode Timeline:00:04 - The Loneliness So Many Women Feel in Midlife01:35 - Why Women in Their 40s and 50s Feel More Alone Than Ever02:45 - The Generational Expectations Placed on Women03:30 - Perimenopause, Symptoms, and Feeling Misunderstood04:55 - What Loneliness Really Looks Like06:00 - Divorce, Hormonal Changes, and Losing Connection With Yourself07:20 - A Client’s Unexpected Non-Scale Victory08:05 - The Peak Responsibility Years09:00 - When Everyone Needs Something From You09:59 - The Invisible Labor Women Carry11:00 - Are You Failing or Just Overloaded?11:45 - The Cognitive Impact of Loneliness12:35 - Why Feeling Understood Matters13:05 - Why Information Alone Isn’t Enough13:45 - The Real Reason Midlife Mojo Was Created14:43 - Guilt, Boundaries, and Making Space for Yourself15:30 - Why Healing Happens Faster TogetherLinks:Get early access to a new space designed to help women better understand their hormones, symptoms, labs, and midlife health journey:https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow 🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: Join Midlife Mojo📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer 
• Eps 427: You Can Have Perfect Habits and Still Feel Exhausted 29.06.2026 22min

  What if one of the biggest deficiencies affecting women in perimenopause isn't magnesium, protein, or hormones? What if it's pleasure?In this episode, we're exploring a concept that doesn't get talked about nearly enough: pleasure deficiency. If you're exhausted, overwhelmed, doing all the right things, and still feeling stuck, this conversation may completely change the way you think about your health. You'll learn how stress impacts weight loss, hormones, sleep, and energy, why vacations often seem to "fix" symptoms temporarily, and how reconnecting with joy can become a practical part of your healing journey.Tune in to discover why pleasure isn't a luxury. It's physiology.Episode Timeline:00:03 - The Deficiency Nobody Is Talking About01:00 - What Is A Pleasure Deficiency?02:00 - Health Debt Explained03:00 - The Withdrawals Draining Women's Energy04:29 - Why Pleasure Is A Biological Need05:45 - The Hormonal Benefits Of Joy And Connection06:40 - Why You Feel Better On Vacation07:50 - The Hidden Cost Of Chronic Stress08:57 - Losing Touch With What Brings You Joy10:10 - How Life Disconnects Us From Ourselves11:20 - Understanding "Rupture" And Release12:54 - Why Pleasure Helps The Body Heal13:50 - When We Stop Doing What Makes Us Feel Alive15:15 - Small Joys That Change Your Physiology16:05 - Practical Ways To Create More Pleasure17:12 - The 20-Item Pleasure Exercise18:10 - Why Pleasure Is Part Of The Healing Process18:50 - Signs You May Have A Pleasure Deficiency19:15 - How Midlife Mojo Can HelpLinks:Get early access to a new space designed to help women better understand their hormones, symptoms, labs, and midlife health journey:https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: Join Midlife Mojo📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer 
• Eps 426: Menopause in Your Early 40s? The Symptoms Started Years Earlier with Cindy Dupuie 25.06.2026 49min

  The average age of menopause is around 51.So what happens when menopause arrives years earlier than expected?In this episode, I sit down with functional nutrition practitioner Cindy Dupuie to unpack her personal experience of being thrown into menopause at age 43 and the important lessons women can learn from it. You'll learn why so many women dismiss their body's whispers as "just aging," how estrogen affects far more than fertility, and why understanding your unique hormone story is one of the most powerful things you can do for your long-term health.Tune in to discover how to become more proactive about your health, ask better questions, and better understand the changes happening in your body.Episode Timeline:00:00 - Meet Cindy Dupuie03:09 - "I Was Thrown Into Menopause At 43"05:42 - The Difference Between Perimenopause And Menopause08:15 - Why Women Often Miss The Early Signs10:50 - The Symptoms That Get Dismissed As Aging13:28 - Why Hormone Health Is More Nuanced Than We Think14:04 - Cindy's Divorce, Weight Loss, And Early Menopause Story18:20 - How Stress Impacts The Body21:45 - Why Women Need To Stay Curious About Their Symptoms25:10 - The Three Types Of Estrogen Explained31:30 - Estradiol, Estrone, And Estriol36:05 - Why Estrogen Affects More Than Fertility40:12 - Hormone Replacement Therapy Myths And Misconceptions45:30 - Understanding Your Labs And Health History49:10 - Why Women's Health Requires A Personalized Approach53:20 - The Questions Every Woman Should Be Asking57:05 - How To Advocate For Yourself In MidlifeLinks:Get early access to a new space designed to help women better understand their hormones, symptoms, labs, and midlife health journey:https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: Join Midlife Mojo📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer 
• Eps 425: Health Debt: The REAL Reason You’re Exhausted in Your 40s 22.06.2026 28min

  When it comes to perimenopause symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, poor sleep, and brain fog, many of us accept them because we think it’s just aging. Because that’s what generations before us went through. Because that’s what our girlfriends are going through, too.But before we jump to conclusions, let’s talk about health debt.In this episode, I share why so many women in their 40s feel stuck despite doing all the right things. From poor sleep and weight gain to brain fog, burnout, and low energy, we explore why these symptoms may be signs of depletion rather than simply getting older. Tune in to discover why this may not be aging at all and what your body could really be asking for.Episode Timeline:00:03 - The Health Crisis Women Aren’t Talking About02:01 - 15 Years Of Working With Women02:57 - Why Women Are More Exhausted Than Ever04:10 - Is This Really Just Aging?05:45 - Why I Don’t Believe This Is Normal06:30 - The Bigger Problem Beneath The Symptoms08:05 - What Is Health Debt?09:40 - Your Body As A Bank Account11:25 - Why Women Feel Stuck12:06 - Optimizing From A Place Of Depletion13:40 - The Hidden Withdrawals Draining Your Energy15:15 - Why Perimenopause Feels Harder Than Expected17:00 - Sleep, Stress, And Energy Debt18:42 - Blood Sugar, Burnout, And Midlife Health20:18 - Why More Effort Isn’t The Answer22:17 - The Inspiration Behind Midlife Mojo24:10 - Rebuilding Your Foundation26:05 - The Small Habits That Create Change28:20 - Why Women Need More Support30:12 - A Different Way ForwardLinks:Get early access to a new space designed to help women better understand their hormones, symptoms, labs, and midlife health journey: https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: Join Midlife Mojo📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer 
• Eps 424: How To Support Your Hormones When HRT, Supplements & Diets Aren’t Enough with Deanna Minich 18.06.2026 52min

  If you've tried to "fix" your hormones but still don't feel like yourself, this episode explains why HRT, supplements, and lab work aren't always the full answer.In this conversation, I sit down with Dr. Deanna Minich, nutrition scientist, functional medicine expert, and author, to explore the deeper connections between hormones, emotions, stress, trauma, and long-term health. Episode Timeline:00:00 – Why Emotions Matter In Healing01:02 – Hormones As Emotional Messengers03:18 – The Missing Conversation In Women's Health06:40 – Why Perimenopause Doesn't Happen Overnight09:22 – Trauma, Stress, And The Hormonal Timeline12:04 – Why HRT Doesn't Work For Every Woman15:12 – Physiology And Psychology Are Connected16:51 – Introducing The Full Spectrum Health Framework18:13 – What Your Favorite Color Might Reveal19:18 – Burnout Through The Lens Of The Fire System22:10 – Why Perimenopause Exposes Hidden Imbalances24:43 – The Symptoms Women Normalize27:35 – Understanding Stress Beyond Cortisol31:14 – The Role Of Emotional Expression In Health34:50 – Food, Energy, And The Language Of Color38:22 – Building Resilience Instead Of Avoiding Stress42:10 – Why Women's Symptoms Are Often Misunderstood46:03 – How To Start Listening To Your Body50:15 – The Future Of Women's Health54:22 – Practical First Steps For Healing58:06 – Final Thoughts On Midlife And TransformationConnect with Dr. Deanna Minich:Website: https://deannaminich.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/deannaminichFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/deannaminichBooks: https://deannaminich.com/books🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer 
• Eps 423: If Health Feels Like One More To‑Do, These 6 Hacks Are for You 15.06.2026 32min

  Your health shouldn't feel like another item on an already overflowing checklist.For a lot of women, that's exactly how it feels. Between work, family, responsibilities, and the endless stream of health advice, taking care of yourself can start to feel like one more obligation instead of something that helps you feel better. If you're feeling stretched thin, overwhelmed, or frustrated that improving your health seems to require more time than you have, this conversation is for you. You'll learn six simple shifts that support your energy, hormones, and overall well-being without adding more complexity to your day. Tune in to discover how to make your health feel lighter, simpler, and easier to sustain.Episode Timeline: 00:03 - The Two Midlife Health Traps02:10 - Why Women Feel Stuck03:45 - You're Not Doing It Wrong05:10 - The Real Problem: Time06:25 - Why Systems Beat Willpower07:50 - The Missing Piece in Health09:15 - Why Lab Results Matter11:40 - Personalized Answers Change Everything13:35 - Hack #1: Minerals in Water17:15 - Hack #2: Front-Load Protein21:05 - Hack #3: Balance Stress Daily25:05 - Hack #4: Cauliflower Rice Boost26:35 - Hack #5: Use AI for Meals28:10 - Beat Decision Fatigue29:00 - Hack #6: Get Expert Help30:00 - The Fastest Way Forward🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer 
• Eps 422: What Really Happens at Menopause The Musical with Seth Greenleaf 11.06.2026 44min

  For decades, women were expected to suffer through menopause quietly. Menopause The Musical helped change that.Tune in for a refreshing reminder that you're not alone and that this chapter may hold more possibilities than you've been led to believe.Episode Timeline:00:02 – Menopause Takes Center Stage01:13 – How Seth Found The Show05:21 – Why Laughter Heals Shame06:40 – From Silence To Sisterhood09:05 – The Truth About Aging12:33 – When Menopause Was Taboo14:21 – How The Conversation Changed15:51 – Inside The Musical's Biggest Laughs18:43 – Why Women Keep Returning21:13 – How The Musical Began22:04 – The Power Of Feeling Seen25:01 – The Future Of Menopause Care26:58 – Joy, Dopamine, And Hormones28:46 – Inside Menopause The Musical 231:30 – Stories That Changed Lives33:36 – Comedy Starts With Truth36:22 – You're Not Alone38:06 – A Show That Saved Marriages40:27 – Menopause As Adult Adolescence41:24 – Reclaiming Worth Beyond Appearance44:01 – Why Women Bring Friends45:00 – The Wisdom Of Menopause46:23 – Joy Might Be MedicineConnect with Seth Greenleaf: MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL: Website - MenopauseTheMusical.com  FB - facebook.com/menopausethemusical IG - instagram.com/menopausethemusical  X - x.com/menomusical Threads - threads.com/@menopausethemusical GFOUR PRODUCTIONS: Website - gfourproductions.com  FB - facebook.com/GFourPro IG - instagram.com/gfourproductions X - x.com/gfourpro SETH GREENLEAF: Website - greenleafproductions.com FB - facebook.com/greenleafpro IG - instagram.com/greenleafpro  X - x.com/Gleafpro 🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:
• Eps 421: Before You Buy Another Detox Kit, Watch This 08.06.2026 26min

  Before you buy another detox kit, your body needs you to hear this.Every summer, I watch women get pulled into detoxes that promise to fix the bloating, fatigue, brain fog, and weight gain they’ve been struggling with for years. But what most women don’t realize is that detoxes can actually become dangerous for a depleted body, especially in midlife when your nervous system, gut, adrenals, and mineral reserves are already running on empty. In this episode, I break down why some detox protocols can leave women sleeping worse, feeling more anxious, exhausted, inflamed, and completely disconnected from their bodies. I also walk you through the signs your body may not actually be ready for detox and what support needs to happen first.If “healthy” routines keep making you feel worse, this episode may explain why.Tune in before you spend another dollar trying to force your body to heal harder.Episode Timeline: 00:03 — Why Detoxes Backfire02:22 — Detox Can Make You Worse03:19 — Why Midlife Detoxes Fail04:37 — Detox Isn’t Always Healing06:12 — The “Toxic Soup” Lie08:04 — Signs Your Body’s Depleted10:11 — When Detox Becomes Dangerous12:48 — Why Symptoms Get Worse14:32 — The Adrenal Detox Connection16:58 — Your Gut Can’t Keep Up18:55 — Low Minerals, Bigger Problems20:27 — Prepare Before You Detox21:44 — The Three-Step Foundation23:02 — Detox Needs Safety First24:02 — Stop Forcing Your Body🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer 
• Eps 420: What Happens to a Woman’s Body When Minerals Run Low in Midlife with Caroline Alan 04.06.2026 41min

  Your body can’t function properly without minerals. And a lot of women in midlife are running dangerously low without realizing it.In this episode, I’m sitting down again with Caroline Alan from BEAM Minerals to talk about one of the most overlooked drivers of midlife symptoms: mineral depletion. We unpack what actually happens to a woman’s body when minerals run low, why so many women feel depleted even when they’re “doing everything right,” and how minerals impact everything from hormones and metabolism to energy, nervous system regulation, and muscle cramping. Caroline also breaks down why generic supplement advice often misses the bigger picture and why mineral balance matters more than most people realize.This conversation completely shifts the way we think about health foundations in midlife. If you’ve been feeling like your body just isn’t responding the way it used to, this episode will help you understand why.Tune in and learn why minerals may be one of the missing pieces your body has been asking for all along.Episode Timeline: 00:00 – Midlife Mineral Crash03:29 – Minerals & Period Cramps04:48 – Afternoon Energy Crashes05:31 – Why Minerals Matter08:02 – Modern Food Depletion09:00 – Start With Foundations10:57 – Supplement Labels Mislead13:21 – Humic vs Fulvic Minerals16:23 – Best Way to Take Minerals20:42 – Mineral Sprays Explained21:15 – Minerals for Period Cramps22:44 – Anxiety & Happy Lights27:38 – The Mineral Reset Book29:03 – Signs of Mineral Deficiency31:19 – The Mineral Reset Program34:38 – Minerals & Emotional Resilience36:08 – Surviving vs ThrivingConnect with Caroline Alan: Book – MineralResetBook.comInstagram – @CarolineAlanOfficialWebsite – BeamMinerals.com🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer 
• Eps 419: Over 40? Your Body Might Need LESS Exercise — Not More 01.06.2026 31min

  Over 40 and exhausted by workouts that used to feel good? I need you to hear this…your body might not need more exercise right now,  it might need a break.In this episode, I’m talking about something I think so many women in midlife are quietly experiencing but almost nobody is saying out loud: sometimes pushing harder is the exact thing keeping your body stuck. I share why I’m personally taking a step back from intense fitness right now, how hormone shifts and chronic stress change our ability to recover, and the signs your workouts may be costing you more energy than they’re giving back. We’ll talk about fitness burnout, nervous system overload, why movement and exercise are not the same thing, and how to stop treating your body like it should perform the way it did in your 20s. This is not about “giving up” on your health, it’s about learning how to work with your body instead of constantly fighting against it.Tune in if you’ve been eating well, working out harder, and still feeling like your body is waving a white flag.Episode Timeline: 00:04 — How Are You Feeling?03:45 — Your Hormonal Buffer Changed07:02 — Why Midlife Feels Harder10:22 — Time For A Fitness Break13:20 — Signs You Lack Capacity15:05 — Movement vs Intense Fitness18:40 — Workouts Draining Your Energy22:10 — Why Results Stop Happening25:02 — Exercise Isn’t Stress Management28:05 — Stop Training Like Athletes30:10 — Summer Health CEO Mindset🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer 
• Eps 418: Why ‘Eat Less, Move More’ Stops Working After 40 with Jason Nelson 28.05.2026 54min

  The harder many women push after 40, the worse their bodies seem to respond.Somewhere after 40, “eat less and move more” starts creating more exhaustion than results, and so many women end up blaming themselves for it. If your body suddenly feels unfamiliar after 40, this episode will help you understand what’s really happening and where to start next.Episode Timeline: 00:00 — Midlife Rules Changed02:43 — Jason’s Strength Training Story08:29 — Why Old Strategies Fail10:17 — Taking Inventory First11:59 — Sleep Changes Everything14:20 — Better Bedtime Habits18:16 — Fix Your Breakfast First22:00 — Fat Loss Isn’t Enough25:05 — Train For Performance26:59 — Emotional Weight Loss Patterns29:00 — Strength Training Priorities31:56 — VO2 Max Training Explained33:21 — Ideal Weekly Workout Split38:11 — Carb Cycling For Midlife41:19 — When To Stop Training42:39 — Why Deload Weeks Matter44:40 — GLP-1 Risks Explained47:53 — Foundations Before GLP-1s51:44 — Peptides That Support Recovery54:19 — Why Peptides Sometimes Fail56:09 — Don’t Stay Stuck AloneConnect with Jason Nelson: Instagram - @jaynelson0580 Facebook - @jaynelson0580YouTube - @jasonnelson2983 Website - www.bodyimage.health 🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer 
• Eps 417: The Conversation Women Are Finally Starting To Have 25.05.2026 33min

  Peptides are quickly becoming one of the biggest trends in midlife wellness.In this episode, I’m breaking down the peptides I’m getting asked about the most right now, from GLP-1s like semaglutide and tirzepatide to some of the lesser-known peptides being used for sleep, metabolism, brain fog, gut healing, inflammation, and nervous system support. We’re talking about what these peptides actually do inside the body, where I think women need to be careful, and why I believe so many women are missing the bigger picture when it comes to midlife weight loss and energy.I also share how I think about peptides inside real protocols, the mistakes I’m seeing women make, and why functional lab testing matters so much before jumping into the latest trend.If you’ve been curious about peptides, tempted by the hype, or wondering whether these tools could actually help your body in midlife… this episode will help you think about them in a completely different way. Tune in now! Episode Timeline: 00:00 - Why Peptides Are Everywhere02:10 - Semaglutide Explained Simply05:00 - The Biggest GLP-1 Mistake08:20 - Tirzepatide vs Semaglutide11:30 - The Newest Weight Loss Peptide15:25 - Peptides Don’t Build Metabolism18:10 - Foundations Before Fat Loss20:40 - Peptides For Gut Healing23:30 - Sleep Support Peptides26:10 - Peptides For Brain Fog28:15 - The Energy Support Peptide30:05 - Peptides For Recovery32:10 - What Women Need First🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer 
• Eps 416: Chronic Pain in Women Over 40: What’s Really Going On with Stacey Roberts 21.05.2026 44min

  The aches and pains that show up in perimenopause are often brushed off as “just aging.”Lately, I’ve been hearing from so many women who feel like their bodies suddenly changed overnight. The stiff shoulders, aching joints, sore hips, random pains after workouts, or waking up feeling uncomfortable from simply sleeping the “wrong” way. In this conversation, I sat down with Stacey Roberts to unpack why chronic pain and joint issues become so common in midlife and why it may have far more to do with hormones, inflammation, gut health, stress, and the nervous system than most women realize. Episode Timeline: 00:00 - Why Everything Suddenly Hurts01:44 - Stacey’s Knee Injury Story04:48 - Arthritis Without Pain06:54 - Hormones And Joint Pain11:15 - Stress Makes Pain Worse15:08 - The Gut-Joint Connection18:01 - Leaky Gut And Arthritis20:05 - Food Triggers Chronic Pain23:32 - Food Sensitivity Testing Explained24:42 - Frozen Shoulder In Midlife27:36 - Why Frozen Shoulder Happens30:20 - Biggest Frozen Shoulder Mistake31:38 - Understanding Hypermobility36:03 - Stress And Chronic Pain37:52 - Nervous System And Inflammation38:53 - First Steps To Relief41:32 - Daily Habits That Help42:49 - Chronic Pain Isn’t Permanent44:23 - Listening To Your Body45:11 - Where To Find StaceyConnect with Stacey Roberts:Website: newyouhealthandwellness.com  FB: https://www.facebook.com/newyouhealthandwellness/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newyouhealthandwellness/Website: For Soft wave therapy practitioners: Softwavetrt.comThe Pain Free Formula Book on Amazon:🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:
• Ep 415: Peptides for Women Over 35: What to Know 18.05.2026 25min

  More peptides don’t always mean more healing, and honestly, that’s the part nobody wants to hear.I wanted to have a much more honest conversation about the peptides I’m actually seeing help women in perimenopause, not just for weight loss, but for things like energy, brain fog, recovery, inflammation, gut healing, mood, and even aging skin. Because while some of these tools can be incredible when used strategically, I’m also seeing women jump into peptides hoping they’ll fix everything while completely skipping the foundational pieces their body is asking for first. We’re talking about the peptides I personally use in practice, the ones I’ve tried myself, what they’re really designed to support, and why the right peptide at the wrong time can still leave you frustrated and stuck.If you’ve been peptide-curious but also overwhelmed by all the noise online, this is the conversation that will help you think about them in a much smarter, safer, and more supportive way. Tune in nowEpisode Timeline: 00:00 - Peptides Are Everywhere01:45 - FDA Peptide Concerns Explained04:10 - Choosing Peptides Strategically06:05 - Healing & Repair Peptides09:15 - Gut Healing Support11:20 - Brain Fog & Mood14:05 - Immune Support Peptides15:40 - Energy & Fatigue Support18:20 - Detox & Skin Peptides20:40 - Why Labs Matter22:15 - The Problem With Stacking24:00 - Foundations Before Peptides🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - Spotify - YouTube 
• Eps 414: GLP-1s, Peptides & Modern Women’s Health with Alex Mufson 14.05.2026 1h 1min

  Why does your nervous system feel stuck in overdrive, no matter how much you rest?In this episode, I’m joined by Alex Mufson to unpack why so many high-functioning women in midlife feel reactive, depleted, anxious, and disconnected from their bodies, even when they’re doing everything “right.” If your body feels harder to manage now than it did 10 years ago, this conversation will help you feel seen, validated, and more equipped to understand what’s actually happening beneath the surface. Tune in now! Episode Timeline: 00:00 – When Everything Looks “Normal”01:45 – Alex’s Health Crisis Story05:39 – High-Functioning Women & Burnout10:28 – Why Women Ignore Symptoms12:17 – Traditional vs Regulatory Medicine14:16 – Learning To Trust Your Body17:30 – Why Women Need Fat20:01 – Food Noise & Satiety21:43 – Gut Healing & Dairy23:25 – GLP-1s And Malnutrition28:23 – Hidden Survival Mode Markers32:37 – Dopamine, Survival & Fat Storage35:20 – Probiotics Gone Wrong38:14 – Blood Sugar & Anxiety Loops42:35 – Microdosing GLP-1 Peptides47:48 – Cognitive Peptides Explained51:18 – Signs You Need Support54:27 – Low Dose Naltrexone Explained57:50 – Chronic Inflammation & Pain1:00:24 – Foundations Before Optimization1:02:35 – Where To Find AlexConnect with About Alex Mufson:• Instagram: @alex.mufson• Website:www.canaryhousehealing.com• Substack: https://alexmufson.substack.com/🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - Spotify - YouTube 
• Eps 413: Before You Start Peptides, Your Body Needs This First 11.05.2026 34min

  You’re not getting results from peptides for a reason.In perimenopause, there’s a shift most women feel but can’t quite explain. Your energy becomes unstable, your recovery takes longer, and even what used to “work” starts to feel inconsistent. So when you expect a breakthrough by adding peptides to your regimen, it can feel confusing when your body doesn’t respond the way you thought it would. To better understand what’s happening, something deeper should be looked at than the peptide itself—your system may not be ready to receive or use that signal yet. In this episode, I walk you through the internal environment your body needs first, the subtle signs you might be skipping that step, and why timing matters more than the thing you’re taking.If you want your body to finally respond in a way that feels aligned, not forced, you can start hereEpisode Timeline: 00:00 – Episode Preview01:20 – Peptides Hype And Confusion02:45 – Why Order Matters Most04:30 – Peptides As “Icing” Explained06:00 – Build A Responsive Body First07:40 – Blood Sugar Basics09:30 – Protein And Fiber Importance12:00 – Functional Movement Explained14:20 – Strength Training In Midlife16:30 – Sleep, Minerals, Hydration18:40 – Foundations Women Skip20:30 – Why Data Matters22:10 – Key Functional Lab Tests24:30 – Gut Health And Inflammation26:10 – Why Guessing Fails27:30 – Peptides Without Guidance Risk29:00 – Peptides As Accelerators30:40 – Weight Loss And Muscle Loss32:10 – Using Peptides The Right Way33:20 – Final Takeaways And Closing🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: Learn more about Bria’s coaching program:Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - Spotify - YouTube 
• Eps 412: A New Way to Think About Food and Health with Dr. Robert Kiltz 07.05.2026 52min

  Everything you’ve been told about food and hormones is being questioned in this conversation.In this episode, I exchanged thoughts with Dr. Robert Kiltz, a fertility specialist who brings a very different perspective around women’s health. We talk about why so many symptoms in perimenopause and menopause get brushed off as “normal,” and why that never fully sat right for me or for the women I work with every day.We get into the role of inflammation, metabolic health, and how the way we’ve been taught to eat might not be supporting our bodies the way we think it is. This isn’t about extremes or telling you there’s only one right way, it’s about opening up a conversation most women were never invited into.Because when you start to understand what’s actually happening underneath your symptoms, you stop guessing and start making decisions that truly support your body.Tune in if you’re ready to look at your health through a completely different lens.Episode Timeline: 00:00 – Episode Preview02:14 – Why we’re getting sicker02:59 – Evolution vs modern diet06:22 – Why diets keep failing08:15 – The problem with “science”10:30 – Are plants always healthy?12:16 – Sugar and plant breakdown13:51 – Diets vs sustainable lifestyle15:24 – Impact on women’s health17:13 – Stress then vs now19:37 – Listening to your body21:47 – Insulin and fat storage23:30 – Gut inflammation explained25:59 – Exercise myths challenged28:37 – Inflammation vs hormones31:31 – One root cause theory37:42 – Hormones or organ function42:36 – How he treats patients42:55 – Microbes and disease44:42 – What to actually eat47:10 – What drives human behavior49:40 – Final reflectionsConnect with Dr. Robert Kiltz: Web: https://kiltzhealth.com/FB: https://www.facebook.com/doctorkiltz/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorkiltz/?hl=en Linked in: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertkiltz/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@doctorkiltz/videos 🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:
• Eps 411: What Peptides Actually Do (And What They Don’t) 04.05.2026 27min

  Peptides are being sold like the answer… but I’m watching women feel more tired, more stuck, and more confused after starting them.In this episode, I’m breaking down what’s actually happening behind the scenes when peptides don’t work the way you expected. We talk about why so many women are jumping in too early, the foundational steps that are being skipped, and how peptides can amplify what’s already going on in your body, for better or worse. I walk you through what peptides really do, why they’re not a quick fix, and how to know if your body is even ready for them. Because when used at the wrong time, they don’t just fail, they can set you back.Tune in before you spend another dollar or make your next move.Episode Timeline: 00:00 – Peptides Are Everywhere03:40 – Why Everyone Is Talking06:25 – Why Peptides Fail09:05 – Marketing vs Reality11:30 – Quick Fix Trap13:55 – Skipping The Foundations16:20 – When Things Get Worse18:10 – Why You Feel Stuck20:00 – Long-Term Consequences21:35 – Foundations First Always23:40 – Testing Before Peptides25:40 – Peptides As EnhancementConnect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer 🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:
• Eps 410: Always Tired and Inflamed? The Hidden Causes No One Checks with Emily Jacobson 30.04.2026 35min

  Even as a practitioner… she couldn’t get to the bottom of her own health struggles.In this episode, I sit down with my client and fellow practitioner, Emily Jacobson, to unpack what happens when even the most knowledgeable women feel stuck in their bodies. We talk about her experience navigating intense fatigue, digestive issues, and inflammation despite doing all the “healthy” things and why that wasn’t enough. You’ll hear how functional testing, root-cause work, hormone support, and peptides all played a role in her healing, plus the mindset shifts she had to make along the way. Most importantly, we get into the truth many practitioners don’t say out loud: you can’t always see or fix everything on your own.Tune in to hear what finally changed everything for her.Episode Timeline: 00:00 – Episode Preview02:49 – Busy Life Demands06:38 – Extreme Fatigue Explained07:40 – Nothing Was Working08:51 – Practitioners Need Guidance10:12 – Lab Testing Experience11:31 – Key Findings From Labs12:39 – Low Histamine Diet Shift14:37 – Hidden Inflammation Source18:34 – Supplements Chasing Symptoms20:20 – Pain And Low Energy20:31 – Starting Hormone Therapy21:56 – Progress But Not Enough23:23 – Hesitation Around Peptides24:31 – Instant Pain Relief25:54 – Energy And Recovery Return26:40 – Committing To The Process28:08 – Never Give Up Mindset29:12 – Perimenopause Retreat Created31:09 – Final Takeaways And ClosingConnect with Emily Jacobson:https://www.healingrootsrf.com/service-page/perimenopause-retreat?referral=service_list_widget🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - Spotify YouTube 
• Eps 409: Where Your Spark Went in Midlife (And How to Get It Back) 27.04.2026 26min

  Have you ever caught yourself thinking… “where did that version of me go?”In this episode, I’m breaking down why so many women in midlife suddenly feel flat, foggy, and just not like themselves anymore and why this is not a personality problem. We’re going to connect what’s happening inside your body to what you’re feeling day to day, so you can finally stop blaming yourself. I’ll walk you through the real reasons your energy, motivation, and spark feel like they’ve disappeared (from blood sugar, hormones to stress and nervous system overload). And I’ll give you simple, doable steps to start rebuilding your energy so you can actually feel like yourself again, not just push through the day.If you’ve been pondering what’s happening to you lately, press play, this one will make everything click.Episode Timeline: 00:00 – Where did my spark go04:26 – Energy leaks explained05:04 – Blood sugar and brain energy06:50 – Hormones and mood shifts08:30 – Cortisol burnout pattern09:49 – Motivation is metabolic10:25 – Is this all there is12:30 – Midlife is a transition14:45 – Testing brings clarity16:30 – Fix energy before life changes18:30 – Step 1 foundations first19:44 – Step 2 stop overtraining20:30 – Step 3 add minerals22:00 – Step 4 get the data23:30 – Step 5 reconnect with yourself25:00 – You didn’t lose your spark🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthroughConnect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer