In this episode of the Queen Be podcast, Tanya chats with Faye Waterman, a media mentor and visibility coach - exploring the transformative power of storytelling and authentic presence. Faye shares her journey from overcoming her fear of public speaking to becoming a conversation curator, emphasizing the importance of sharing personal stories to inspire others. We delve into the challenges of visibility, the significance of asking for help, and the resilience required to navigate midlife transit...
Jun 26, 2025•43 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Our guest today is Ashley Rocha , a trained herbalist, mother, and founder of Ladywell —a brand that’s reshaping the way we care for our hormones through clean, holistic, and science-backed supplements. Ashley’s journey began with decades of navigating the debilitating symptoms of PMDD—premenstrual dysphoric disorder—and the emotional toll of fertility struggles. What she discovered was a gap: a lack of effective, natural, trustworthy solutions for women like us. connect with Ashley: https://get...
Jun 12, 2025•26 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Today’s guest is Pennie Scott , known widely as The Bush Goddess —a powerhouse of rural resilience, fierce advocacy, and creative enterprise. Born and raised on farms in Wiradjuri country, Pennie has spent decades as a trailblazing health professional, writer, speaker, and political candidate, all while staying deeply grounded in her connection to the land. With qualifications in rural health, nutrition, and leadership, she has worked across the spectrum—from hands-on food production to public p...
May 29, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 3
In this episode of the Queen Be podcast, host Queen Be speaks with Sarah Gray, an integrative nutritionist and pharmacist, about navigating the challenges of perimenopause and menopause. They discuss the importance of a holistic approach to health, combining nutrition, lifestyle changes, and supplements to empower women during this transition. Sarah shares her personal health journey, the development of her upcoming book, 'The Australian Perimenopause Action Plan,' and practical strategies for w...
May 15, 2025•30 min•Season 3Ep. 2
In this powerful episode of the Queen Be podcast, I sit down with success coach and soulful powerhouse Debbie Zita, as she opens up about her own journey—from hitting rock bottom to finding deep purpose through growth, self-love, and helping other women do the same. We dive into the very real struggles so many of us face in midlife—like brain fog, constant overwhelm, and that nagging self-doubt—and talk honestly about how these challenges can shake our sense of identity. Debbie shares how reconn...
May 02, 2025•33 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Let's take this to the next level - beyond just midlife and menopause challenges, we are ready to step up into our new stories, our new lives, and become the Queens we are meant to Be! 🐝Access the full video version of our podcast in all our membership levels: https://wisdome.site/sales/66a09ab215cee15259aa6356
Apr 29, 2025•4 min•Season 3Ep. 1
This week on the Queen Be podcast, we explore the VITAL survey, which aims to understand women's experiences with menopause. A/Prof Erin Morton discusses the variety of symptoms women face, the importance of menopause management, and the impact of these experiences on work and life. The discussion also highlights the challenges women encounter in healthcare and the advancements being made in menopause research and treatment options.
Apr 03, 2025•48 min
Whilst we often share insights into things we should be considering for our health and wellbeing - creating the change in our lives can be difficult. What makes it easier is using small habit building practices to simplify change and amplify our impact. Let's talk! Keen to create a change? Checkout our new 5 Day mini course on Habits: https://wisdome.site/coursecheckout/66a09ab215cee15259aa6356/67cf7f49d2107883348a5ae7/onetime https://queenbe.com.au...
Mar 21, 2025•11 min
In this episode of the Queen Be podcast, we chat with Vicky Jamieson of Better Body Beauty Spa - all about a different more holist approach to beauty in our midlife stage. Vicky Jamieson is a Natural Anti-Ageing and Wellness Expert with over 20 years of experience in the beauty and holistic health industry. As a qualified Beauty Therapist, Holistic Aromatherapist, and Skin Nutritionist, Vicky has dedicated her career to helping women rediscover their inner glow and vitality through natural, scie...
Mar 06, 2025•36 min
In this episode of the Queen Be Podcast, Dr. Avi Charlton shares her journey from general practice to founding the Melbourne Low Carb Clinic. With over 20 years of experience, she emphasizes the importance of metabolic health, especially during menopause, and dispels common misconceptions about low carb diets. Dr. Avi discusses how tailored approaches to nutrition and lifestyle can help manage chronic diseases and improve overall well-being. She also shares her personal experiences with menopaus...
Feb 20, 2025•29 min
It's not too late to sign up to access our FULL summit program ( https://bit.ly/JoinQueenBe ) and catch the full recordings from Dr Kelly Teagle, Kirstin Bouse, Todd Zemek, Courtenay Polock and all our other amazing speakers! We also share the upcoming workshop series starting Monday 10th Feb (recordings will be available for registered participants).
Feb 07, 2025•33 min
In this Enlightening chat with the innovative and entrepreneurial Dr Angela Kwong, we talk about the problems of popular meal replacement options, the challenges of breaking into the industry, and why it is so important that we focus on our body "needs" and not just our appearance "looks". https://enlightenme.com.au/
Jan 23, 2025•27 min
In today's conversation, Courtenay, an exercise physiologist, explains the role of exercise physiology in managing chronic health concerns, particularly in relation to menopause. She emphasizes the importance of individualised exercise prescriptions, the impact of hormonal changes on health, and the need for both high-intensity and restorative movements. The discussion also highlights pelvic health considerations and the significance of understanding one's body during the transition phase of men...
Jan 09, 2025•31 min•Season 2Ep. 17
"Change is hard, we naturally resist it" In this episode of the Queen Be podcast, host Tanya speaks with Celeste Cleary, a health and wellness coach, about her mission to empower individuals to take control of their health and wellbeing. They discuss the challenges faced by women, particularly in midlife, and the concept of learned helplessness in healthcare. Celeste shares her insights on the importance of personal responsibility in health, the role of wellness coaches, and her own experiences ...
Dec 26, 2024•23 min•Season 2Ep. 15
In this episode of the Queen Be podcast, host Tanya speaks with Lynda Lovett, a registered nurse and menopause specialist, about the challenges women face during menopause and how her business, Lady Talk, aims to support them. They discuss the importance of pelvic health, the implications of early menopause, personal experiences with perimenopause, and the significance of healthy aging. Lynda emphasizes the need for education and open conversations about these topics to empower women to take con...
Dec 03, 2024•31 min•Season 2Ep. 15
In this episode of the Queen Be podcast, host Tanya talks with Melanie White about the challenges women face during midlife, particularly around menopause. Melanie shares her journey from biologist to wellness coach, emphasizing the importance of awareness and education in women's health. The conversation covers common misconceptions about menopause, personal experiences, and the need for supportive workplace cultures. Melanie also highlights future initiatives aimed at empowering women and fost...
Nov 28, 2024•26 min•Season 2Ep. 14
In this episode of the Queen Be podcast, host Tanya engages with Ali Daddo and Mary Doube, co-founders of Aviiana, a wellness platform dedicated to supporting women over 40, particularly during perimenopause and menopause. The conversation delves into their personal experiences with hormonal changes, the lack of awareness and resources available, and the importance of community support. They discuss the transformative power of strength training, the common challenges women face during this life ...
Nov 14, 2024•31 min•Season 2Ep. 13
It's not always easy to juggle work, life, family and all the things... so sometimes our usual podcast episode isn't organised in time. This week was one of those weeks - so to celebrate the fact that sometimes stuff happens we are sharing a podcast episode from Spark Business where we talk all things menopause, business and Queen Be with Danielle Lewis.
Nov 01, 2024•45 min
In this episode of the Queen Be podcast, Dr. Ceri Cashel discusses the complexities and controversies surrounding hormone therapy, particularly for women experiencing perimenopause and menopause. She highlights the historical context of hormone therapy, the benefits it can provide, and the importance of understanding conditions like PMDD. Dr. Cashel also introduces her initiative, Healthy Hormones, aimed at educating both women and healthcare professionals about hormonal health.
Oct 17, 2024•42 min•Season 2Ep. 11
In this episode of the Queen Be podcast, Dr. Nicole Avard and Georgie Drury, founders of Metluma, discuss their smart health community for menopause and the need for a new model of care. They emphasize the importance of access to kind and compassionate care, which is becoming increasingly difficult in the current healthcare system. They propose a model that leverages digital interventions and behaviour change before seeing a doctor, with the support of a coaching team. metluma.com...
Oct 03, 2024•34 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Natalie Moore and Lisa Saunders, founders of Own Your Health Collective, discuss the importance of holistic health and wellbeing during perimenopause. They emphasize the interconnectedness of physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health and the need to prioritize self-care. The conversation also touches on the challenges women face in the workplace during perimenopause and the need for education and support. Natalie and Lisa share their own experiences with perimenopause and highlight the i...
Sep 19, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Tracy Minok Nuku, a menopause educator and fitness expert, shares her journey and advocacy for women in midlife and menopause. She emphasizes the importance of strength training and walking for women during this stage of life. Tracy discusses her work in the fitness industry, including her podcast, Sexy Aging, and her upcoming fitness app. She also highlights the need for education and support for women going through menopause, both in the workplace and in personal training sessions. Tracy's goa...
Sep 05, 2024•33 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In this episode of the Queen Be Podcast, Tanya Rutherford interviews hypnotherapist Marie Gilligan about the power of hypnotherapy and hypno coaching in improving women's health and wellness. They discuss how hypnotherapy works by accessing the subconscious mind to release negative beliefs and emotions. Marie explains that childhood experiences can create limiting beliefs that hold us back in adulthood, and hypnotherapy can help to identify and release these beliefs. They also explore how hypnot...
Aug 22, 2024•33 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this episode of the Queen Be Podcast, Tanya Rutherford interviews Mel Kettle, an expert in leadership and communication. They discuss the importance of opening up conversations about menopause in the workplace and providing support for women going through this phase. Mel highlights that roughly 20% of the workforce is currently going through perimenopause or menopause, and organizations need to be aware of this and ask their female employees what support they need. They also discuss the need ...
Aug 08, 2024•24 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this conversation, Kirstin Bouse discusses the psychology of perimenopause and menopause, as well as her personal experience with menopause and ADHD. She also shares her journey of creating All About Her, a platform that connects women with health providers who understand menopause. Kirstin emphasizes the importance of education, advocacy, and community support during this stage of life. Takeaways Perimenopause and menopause can have a significant impact on a woman's psychology and mental hea...
Jul 25, 2024•29 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this episode (part 1 of our conversation), of the Queen Be podcast, Tanya Rutherford interviews Kirsten Bouse, a clinical psychologist who specializes in the psychology of perimenopause and menopause. They discuss the lack of research and knowledge in this area, the impact of hormonal fluctuations on mental health, and the exacerbation of existing neurological differences like ADHD. Kirsten emphasizes the importance of understanding the psychological aspects of menopause and the need for heal...
Jul 12, 2024•28 min•Season 2Ep. 4
What is the brain's role in perimenopause? Explore why Perimenopause feels like it feels - hint: it's our amazing brains adapting. How we choose to perceive our experience has a big impact on how our brains change and adapt during this critical stage. Connect with Dr Jen -> www.drjen.com.au and through our community -> https://community.queenbe.com.au
Jun 25, 2024•32 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Talking Perimenopause from a nutrition perspective. Plus what does it mean to approach perimenopause with only half a thyroid? Join us for this and more.
Jun 06, 2024•31 min•Season 2Ep. 2
What is this menopause thing all about? How do I know if I've "got" menopause? What do I do if I do? Join us as we explore the experience that is menopause. Dr Kelly Teagle shares the ins and outs, as well as her own personal experience. Wellfemme is an online telehealth service that focuses on supporting women through perimenopause and menopause. You can reach them at wellfemme.com.au and access their free menopausal health assessment here: https://wellfemme.com.au/wellfemme-menopause-assessmen...
May 15, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Neurodiversity and menopause - what a chaotic combination. We talk conversations with workplaces, humanising the work experience and so much more. Just launched!!! www.neurotactics.com.au
Mar 19, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 18
