This week Kendall and Melissa talk about priapism. A priapism is an erection that is sustained fully erect for longer than 2 hours. This sounds like a dream come true if you have been suffering with erectile dysfunction, however it is a painful and scary situation to find yourself in. This is the most common reason men site for not wanting to try injection therapies for erectile dysfunction. This issue actually occurs very infrequently if the practitioner teaching you injectable therapies is exp...
Nov 28, 2023•22 min•Ep. 156
Men’s health and the importance of having a regular primary health care practitioner Today we speak to GP Dr Lloyd about all things men. So when should a man start having regular checkups? According to Dr Lloyd, “No set age but the sooner the better. “ Men and women are different, women have time points in their lives where they have to see a GP such as hormonal changes, childbearing, breast checks etc. but for men it is different and often health is treated like firefighting. Men just go to the...
Nov 21, 2023•44 min•Ep. 155
In this episode, we revisit Anthony the Eureka patient from episode 112 and 113. Anthony was diagnosed with prostate cancer in August 2022 at age 53. He was determined to get through it with the best possible outcome. He decided to document his journey in film and post on YouTube, in the hope of helping other men and their partners in the same situation. Jo Milios interviewed Anthony in December 2022 to hear all about his early days recovering and today we will see how he is going another year d...
Nov 14, 2023•31 min•Ep. 154
On the latest episode of The Penis Project Podcast, Kendall Gow joins me as we chat with Dr. Mario Terri to unravel the mysteries of baldness. Hair loss and balding are common topics of discussion that come up with the men we see at the clinic, so we wanted to get some answers from a specialist in the field of hair loss treatments. Dr. Mario Terri, is a hair transplant surgeon and cosmetic physician, who also serves as the Senior Medical Director for Ashley and Martin Australia in Perth. We disc...
Nov 07, 2023•36 min•Ep. 153
Peyronies Disease Explained Did you know that prostate cancer survivors have a marked increased risk of developing Peyronies disease? The prevalence of diagnosed PD has been estimated to be 0.5% in adult males. PD is thought to happen in about 6 out of 100 men between the ages of 40 and 70. It’s rare in young men but has been seen in men in their 30's. The incidence of PD increases after prostate cancer treatment; however, studies vary in statistics. It is important to note that penile rehabilit...
Oct 31, 2023•50 min•Ep. 152
In this episode of The Penis Project Podcast, I chat with Steve Jones, a name that might ring a bell for our dedicated listeners. Steve's life took a unique turn when he lost his prostate, but in turn discovered a remarkable talent for expressing his story through poetry. His poetry delves into various aspects of his recovery, from overcoming loneliness and exploring intimacy to empowerment and appreciating life. Steve has recently published a collection of his poetry in a book called "Words Wok...
Oct 24, 2023•23 min•Ep. 151
In this episode of The Penis Project Podcast, I have a chat with Malcolm, a 60 year old scientist who was diagnosed with prostate cancer two years ago. Malcolm candidly shares his post prostatectomy experience, elevated Gleason scores and the need for ongoing radiation therapy post-surgery. He also reflects on his lifelong role as being the one standing strong when everyone else falls down, and the significant adjustment it was to allow himself the rest and care he truly needed. While his journe...
Oct 10, 2023•36 min•Ep. 150
In the latest episode of The Penis Project Podcast, I chat with Trevor, who bravely shares his personal journey battling prostate cancer. Trevor has a special way of explaining his journey. He sees it like a game of "whack-a-mole," where life keeps popping up and surprising him with challenges. Trevor begins by recounting his diagnosis, which came about during his weight loss journey through bariatric surgery. What makes Trevor's story unique is that he was advised against prostate removal and p...
Sep 26, 2023•28 min•Ep. 149
On this episode of The Penis Project I chat with Brook, who was diagnosed with prostate cancer at the young age of 47. Having experienced zero symptoms, Brook’s decision to get tested was prompted by his brother's own diagnosis just a year prior, at the age of 44. Following his surgery, Brook experienced a remarkable recovery (I’m talking the return of erections while his catheter was still inserted!). However, he also emphasizes the vital lesson he gained about the importance of allowing your b...
Sep 12, 2023•36 min•Ep. 148
Injury and Penile Health What would you do if, at 17, you had an accident that affected your sexual function? Today, Reece will answer that question and share with us his story. At 17 years old, Reece had a work accident that changed his life and sexual function forever. That was 12 years ago, and Reece is now 29. Listen as he shares what happened that time at work, to his recovery that required him to use a catheter and a stoma for almost 6 months, to navigating the dating scene now that he is ...
Aug 29, 2023•33 min•Ep. 147
Hear it from Sarah and her THERMIVa experience If your partner is experiencing painful sex even while using a lubricant, THERMIva might be the answer. Our guest today, Sarah, was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 36. Part of her treatment required her to be put into menopause early… that means hot flushes that come on hard and fast, loss of hair, and being dry down there. So, four months into her treatment, Sarah started to notice pain while having sex. So painful that not even a long shower c...
Aug 16, 2023•21 min•Ep. 146
How far has science progressed with treating HIV? Quite far and Ryan will share all the details. Today’s episode will give you a peak into Ryan’s life - from his HIV diagnosis, to breaking the news to his family, to recovering from work discrimination, and to conquering life. Cliché as it may sound but Ryan did make lemonades from lemons. As you listen to this episode, we hope it gives you a glimpse of what HIV is now, how it’s being treated, the daily experiences of HIV patients and why there s...
Aug 08, 2023•53 min•Ep. 145
Today, we speak with Liam Sorrell, the founder/director of Grit and Gratitude, and also the chair of Australian Dad’s Network. Both of these organisations have one goal in common, mental health and community. Grit and Gratitude seeks to provide mental health services for individuals. Whilst the Australian Dad’s Network is for dads of Australia, to help them be the best man, dad, and husband they can be. To know how Liam got into this role, from a supposed diving gig, to becoming a father, and to...
Jul 22, 2023•44 min•Ep. 144
Jason was diagnosed with bone cancer in November last year, at the age of 34. First thought to be caused by baby hernia, the massive pain in Jason’s groin was actually due to a large lump over his pelvic bone that was protruding inwards. After a visit to a radiologist who referred him to a doctor and a series of MRI scans and biopsies, Jason received news he never expected. Much the same with everyone receiving news like this, Jason didn’t understand one bit. So, he mustered up his courage and t...
Jul 14, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 143
So, any regular listener of The Penis Project will know I am always ‘banging’ on about how important nocturnal erections are to penile health. Until now, trying to ascertain whether a man is having this all-important exercise was a guessing game but there is an invention that enables you to objectively test this at home. The bonus is it doubles as a cock ring! This ring is quite amazing , not only does it connect to your phone and give you information about nocturnal erections it can also be wor...
Jul 03, 2023•51 min•Ep. 142
Meet Mike and Samantha, they contacted The Penis Project as they were keen to share their story, which is one of love, connection and romance. Samantha and Mike had been married for 45 years. And through it all, have enjoyed a very healthy and active sex life. This halted when they both got diagnosed with cancer - endometrial for Samantha and prostate for Mike. Mike was very open with his doctor about the importance of his sexual function after treatment. His doctor understood his predicament an...
Jun 20, 2023•51 min•Ep. 141
We’re celebrating Valentines Day this June with our guests Harry and Meghan, a couple with a 37-year marriage and counting. Harry, who had previously battled testicular cancer 20 years ago, now faced a new obstacle at the age of 59. His diagnoses of both prostate cancer and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma were revealed on the same day. Despite the daunting circumstances, Harry and Meghan supported each other unwaveringly. Harry's recovery process included wearing pads for just a month. And being an eager...
Jun 12, 2023•39 min•Ep. 140
Today, we talk with Pierre. In 2017, Pierre attended a conference in South Africa where he had the opportunity to meet Dr. Jo. The talk delivered by Dr. Jo left a lasting impression on Pierre, inspiring him to focus his efforts on studying physiology and men's health. This decision was deeply personal for Pierre, as his father had been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Motivated by this experience, Pierre sought to make a difference by helping men with their sexual function. To achieve this, he en...
Jun 06, 2023•56 min•Ep. 139
Brian had his prostate surgery in September 2021 and his recovery went pretty smoothly. He only needed to wear pads for a couple of weeks. Surprisingly, he decided to try his first injection less than four weeks after the surgery. The sight of the tools was frightful, but hey, the results were pretty, pretty, good! The only downside was feeling a bit uncomfortable while driving on the freeway. Come March, Brian met Vanessa and faced the challenge of navigating a new relationship after prostate s...
May 30, 2023•29 min•Ep. 138
Today, we speak with Phoenix, a 54-year-old man, who underwent surgery for prostate cancer in July 2022. Over a period of three years, Phoenix monitored his PSA levels, until one test showed an elevated result and him experiencing difficulty passing urine. Subsequent tests were conducted, including an MRI and biopsy to confirm diagnosis. Continence was an issue for Phoenix after surgery. He also encountered another setback in the form of an anal fissure, which made it difficult for him to walk a...
May 25, 2023•26 min•Ep. 137
"I hoped I gave you guys the gift of life. Cause unfortunately it’s not gonna work my way. So, it’s up to you guys to get checked regularly and stay in tune" . This was Rod’s message from his dad which he religiously heeded after his father’s passing. It’s also a lesson he keeps sharing with every guy he meets. Go get checked. He’s been doing this for more than 15 years. And now, he’s here to share it to a worldwide audience. ;) Meet Rod. Rod was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer last January 2022,...
May 16, 2023•49 min•Ep. 136
If you’re looking to lose weight and have been finding it difficult, this might just be the podcast for you. In just two months, our guest for today lost 9 kgs. ;) Meet Paul. We also have our guest host, Kendall. Paul was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer last April 2022. After bum checks, MRI, and a biopsy - his results were in and you guessed it he had prostate cancer. Paul is not aware of any family history relating to prostate cancer so this was a shock to him. But it also became a wake-up call...
May 10, 2023•37 min•Ep. 135
For today’s episode, we have Joe. Joe was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer before his daughter’s wedding. A difficult decision had to be made whether to have his surgery before or after the event. But due to possible Covid restrictions, Joe ultimately chose to have his operation prior. And that he did. Successfully. Despite the operation, he was able to walk his daughter to the altar. From Joe’s perspective, he knows that his Prostate Cancer journey is different from all the others, which is the c...
May 02, 2023•33 min•Ep. 134
For this episode, get to hear Melissa as she presents her talk on sexual dysfunction, patient perceptions, and more to health practitioners - another step taken to help bridge the gap for Men’s Health. This is the last of the series of Melissa’s Talks. So stay tuned for regular programming next week! To fully enjoy the presentation, feel free to watch the video here. https://youtu.be/OzBXdeWVW68 Full shownotes: https://thepenisproject.org/133-melissas-talk-on-sexual-dysfunction/ ---------- Websi...
Apr 25, 2023•56 min•Ep. 133
For this episode, get to hear Melissa’s Plenty Valley FM radio interview - a station all the way from Melbourne. This just shows how The Penis Project is reaching men. So thank you to everyone who is spreading the word and sharing information so we can continue bridging the gap in men’s health care. Enjoy listening! ---------- Websites: https://melissahadleybarrett.com Men’s health only https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/ http://prost.com.au/ Facebook:...
Apr 19, 2023•21 min•Ep. 132
Last March, Melissa and Dr Jo were invited to speak at a conference in New Zealand. And… you’ll be able to listen to one of those talks, today! For this episode, you’ll get to know more about what Melissa and Dr Jo are doing for Men’s health and how they close, bridge, or fill the gap in Men’s Health. Most especially, how The Penis Project podcast came to be. Have fun listening! And if you’re interested to have Melissa or Dr Jo in an event, please feel free to reach out and we’ll be honored to b...
Apr 12, 2023•30 min•Ep. 131
It’s the Easter Week and we’d love for you to enjoy this poem as you take a break. ;) This poem is written by Steve Jones, entitled Lonely Nights. Enjoy! For anyone who would like to share their poems and want us to read it for you, we are up for it! ;) Have a great Easter week to those celebrating. ---------- Websites: https://melissahadleybarrett.com Men’s health only https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/ http://prost.com.au/ Facebook: https://m.facebo...
Apr 05, 2023•6 min•Ep. 130
Get ready for a sultry, pleasurable episode with our guest Julia. For today’s episode, we speak with Julia. Julia is the author of the book entitled The Healing Power of Pleasure, Seven Medicines for Rediscovering the Innate Joy of Being. This book is a step-by-step guide to creating a happier, more sensual, and conscious life for you. What you’ll be listening today will be quite extraordinary - by extra we mean a voice so sultry that when you hear it, we’re sure you’ll stop whatever it is you’r...
Mar 29, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 129
For today’s episode, we’ll hear back from Steve - the poet who didn’t know it. Our previous episode with Steve was about his poems, now, we brought him back to hear about what he did to his penis post-op. Did he use pills? Pumps? Or penile injections? Well, he used all three! All powered by his guts and his desire to recover. You see, Steve, isn’t a patient of Melissa nor Dr Jo’s but through his hard work, belief, and courage to do it - he used all of those three - pills, pumps, and p injections...
Mar 21, 2023•15 min•Ep. 128
It’s difficult to have issues down there when you’re older but it’s more difficult when you’re younger! If you remember being a teenager or if you are one you will know how hard (or not it is). For today’s episode, we have Pele, a young man who was so brave enough to seek help when things weren’t going good down there. Pele is the youngest interviewee we have had on the podcast and we’re extremely glad that he willingly opened his story for all of us to listen to and learn from. Three days after...
Mar 14, 2023•43 min•Ep. 127
