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You Are Not Broken

Kelly Casperson, MDkellycaspersonmd.com
Welcome to the podcast that rewrites everything you thought you knew about sex, hormones, and midlife. I help women—and the people who love them—reconnect with their bodies, their minds, and their partners through science, mindset, and a whole lot of humor. Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, rediscovering desire, or just curious what’s possible, this show will remind you: you are not broken. (No medical advice here, just truth bombs and good conversation.)
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Episodes

EPISODE 30!!! Dr. Casperson Talks Pelvic Anatomy

This is part one of two episodes where I am publishing my recorded lecture to my local Nurse Practitioner association. So this may be geared more towards the health professional. But don't we all deserve an education?? Sex and education for busy modern times! First step, learn the organs! My story - how I got in the business of sex education. Disclaimer - sex is awkward Listen to your brain - it will tell you what you already know about sex. Society puts a lot of rules about sex into our brain. ...

Aug 02, 202030 minSeason 1Ep. 30

#29 - Dr. Casperson Talks to the Rotary!

So lucky to talk to the Rotary in Duluth, MN! The mind is the biggest sex organ! I got into female sex med because of one of my patients and my inability to help her – hear that story. Sex education in America tends to be shame based and disease and pregnancy prevention based. 1) Talk about desire types 2) Orgasm inequality 3) You can’t desire bad sex 4) Erectile dysfunction 5) Menopause 6) Systemic and vaginal estrogen Tips and tricks! Sex works best when you get out of your head! Focus on the ...

Jul 26, 202034 minSeason 1Ep. 29

Meet ROSY founder Dr. Lyndsey Harper! - an app for female sexual wellness

Why Dr. Harper created ROSY www.meetrosy.com https://www.instagram.com/meet_rosy/ https://www.facebook.com/MeetRosyApp/ How I met Dr. Harper and how she got started in creating a sexual health wellness app. She launched on Valentine’s day 2019. She has 20,000 users in just a little more than one year! What is low sexual desire? Distressingly low sexual desire. How can a woman bring up this topic with her doctor. Tips and tricks. We discuss the myth that women’s sexual health is complicated. It i...

Jul 19, 202030 minEp. 28

#27 - Interview 2/2 Dr. Rachel Rubin!

Here we go! Week two! Learn about how birth control affects sex DHEA And enjoy DC's premier cliterologist! Find her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DrRachelRubin/ Find her at https://intimmedicine.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrachelrubin/ Twitter @rachelsrubin1 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jul 12, 202029 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Meet a Full Time Female Sexual Medicine Urologist, Dr. Rachel Rubin - Episode 1 of 2

I can't remember how I met Dr. Rubin but I am so excited I did! A sister urologist to me! Such a great educator and surgeon! Find her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DrRachelRubin/ Find her at https://intimmedicine.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrachelrubin/ Twitter @rachelsrubin1 How she got into female sexual medicine after urology residency The biggest misperception about her job Challenges with menopause and the pelvis Testosterone’s role in women How to talk to your par...

Jul 05, 202022 minSeason 1Ep. 26

#25 - Meet a Pelvic Pain Expert Physician - Dr. Gerig!

Dr. Gerig is owner and founder of www.pelvicsolutionscenter.com. She sees men and women who have pain in the pelvic region, which may include the lower abdomen and back, gluteal area, genitals and rectum. She is an expert in interstitial cystitis (IC). Learn that not everyone that comes into her clinic with interstitial cystitis actually has IC. The classic IC symptom – pain perception in the bladder when it fills up and it is relieved when you urinate. There usually is associated urinary freque...

Jun 28, 202038 minSeason 1Ep. 25

The Brighter Side Of Marriage - An Interview with Marriage Intimacy Coach - Monica Tanner

Meet Monica Tanner, wife, mother and marriage intimacy expert and coach. Her mission: Lowering divorce rates by helping couples have better sex. Learn about her backstory as a child from a divorced family. She started a podcast, On the Brighter Side https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-brighter-side/id1345544810 She teaches the Five Step Framework to Complete Connection. She teaches about “Radical Intimacy” – Intimacy without boundaries. Find her online at https://onthebrightersideoflife...

Jun 21, 202032 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Let's talk to a sex coach! Meet Dr. Sonia Wright!

Today I am interviewing Dr. Sonia Wright! Find her at: https://www.themidlifesexcoach.com and on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/midlifesexcoach Today we are going to listen and learn about how she became a sex coach. How to talk to your partner about your intimacy goals. Taking responsibility for your own sexuality. Resources for men Long term relationship challenges The topic of desire Book suggestions for readers Body image and sexuality challenges Tips and tricks to talk to your physici...

Jun 14, 202038 minSeason 1Ep. 23

3 Easy Wins

Sometimes the assumption is that pelvic pain and sexual dysfunction is so very complicated. Don't get me wrong, sometimes it is. Doctors don't always have the "magic wand" that we all want. BUT, sometimes the "win" or solution is just so easy I had to share them here (bonus 4th easy win included because it was just so fun I did't want to stop). Win #1 - lube Win #2 - estrogen cream Win #3 - Responsive Desire Bonus Win #4 - listen and learn! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify...

Jun 07, 202010 min

Pelvic Organ Prolapse Master Class

Required listening for anyone who has been told they have prolapse. 1) what it is 2) why women get it 3) non-surgical options 4) surgical options 5) post op expectations 6) risks of surgery --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 31, 202039 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Episode 20! - 237 Reasons Why People Have Sex

In a now groundbreaking and often referenced paper "Why Humans Have Sex," Cindy Meston and David Buss asked over 700 individuals to list the reason why they last had sex. Well, get ready for some spoken word poetry as Dr. Casperson reads all 237 reasons out loud. Pay attention to your thoughts and judgements as your brain will tell you what you think the right and wrong reasons are! Our biases are strong, but as they learned, there is not just one reason! --- Send in a voice message: https://pod...

May 24, 202015 minSeason 1Ep. 20

For The Men! Intimacy Options After Prostate Cancer Treatment

This is our first episode geared towards the guys! Join me and guest Dr. Pohlman as we discuss his podcast - The Prostate Health Podcast and his area of expertise, men's prostate and sexual health. What we will learn: Changes after prostate cancer treatment Sex after prostate cancer Why men have more erectile dysfunction as they age. Options for intimacy after prostate cancer treatment. The role of testosterone after prostate cancer. www.prostatehealthpodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: htt...

May 17, 202020 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Steamy Sex Ed - second half

The second half of the steamy sex ed talk is here! Ride along and you will learn: Mindfulness for COVID and sex Faking orgasm Porn is fake Resources to help women achieve pleasure Why Penis in Vagina sex is bad for female orgasms Clitoral anatomy Medication for hypoactive sexual desire disorder Sexual pain Top tips for sex! Book recommendations --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...

May 10, 202027 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Steamy sex ed - part one

I did a lecture on female sexual dysfunction 101 and I broke it into two episodes for you! In this first half, learn about: How a urologist got into female sexual health Orgasmic inequality in heterosexual relationships Low desire versus bad sex Why women have sex Mindfulness for better sex Alcohol and sex - the good and bad Spontaneous versus responsive desire Sexual desire mismatch Tips for creating desire in a long term relationship --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/...

May 03, 202021 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Uberlube Unboxing and Vaginal Estrogen

Uberlube.com sent me a box of goodies to share! In this episode we talk about the importance of lubrication! I also answer a listeners question about vaginal estrogen, its purpose, expectations and limitations. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 26, 202020 min

The Menopause Symptom No One Talks About!

When estrogen goes away, the vulva and vagina loose their blood flow, elasticity and resistance to injury and infection. You are more prone to dryness, infections of the bladder and vagina and pain with intercourse. In this podcast we will learn about: Options for treatment, over the counter and prescription. Why lube is important. Lasers. In addition we will touch briefly on the specific population of breast cancer survivors. And in the general population, why estrogen isn’t always scary. Enjoy...

Apr 19, 202021 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Meet a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist!

Sit down with me and meet Amanda Nayfield PT, DPT, WCS, pelvic floor physical therapist, mom, wife, and outdoor adventurer! And check her out @connectNWPT What you will learn in this episode: How she got interested in pelvic health in her training as a physical therapist A personal success story in pelvic pain and intimacy What happens at the first physical therapy appointment What a pelvic floor assessment entails and why it is important How a physical therapist’s exam is different from a medic...

Apr 12, 202031 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Pelvic Exams - I know I know, your favorite topic!

Okay, I get it. Who wants to listen to a podcast about pelvic exams? You! Why? Because they are so important in the workup of pelvic pain and sexual health concerns! You will learn how I think about pelvic exams and how my exams are different than your "average" pap smear exams. I did the best I could to keep this one short and sweet! I hope it brings you value and understanding! - Dr. C. Things you will learn: Reasons that you need a pelvic exam with sexual dysfunction How you can “see” estroge...

Apr 05, 20207 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Question and Answer Round Two - A Urologist and Sex Therapist

The second half has dropped! Join Dr. Casperson and Tracy Rienstra, M.Ed., Health Educator, Peer Sexual Health Education (PSHE) coordinator. Topics discussed this time: How do you bring up sexually transmitted infections in a new relationships? How do advocate when your medications cause sexual side effects? Sexual desire mismatch in a relationship. Female “ejaculation” or squirting - what is that about? How do I explore my sexual boundaries? I have been faking orgasms - HELP! - Where do I go fr...

Mar 29, 202038 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Question and Answer with a Sex Therapist and a Urologist - episode one of two

Dr. Casperson and Tracy Rienstra, M.Ed., Health Educator and Peer Sexual Health Education (PSHE) coordinator meet up to talk Q&A's that were asked of them as a part of a University lecture on sexual health. In this episode topics discussed: Is my anatomy normal? Basic Genital Care What does the vulva include? Why post menopause causes more UTI and infection The care and cleaning of foreskin The most common penis issues in our clinics Blood flow and erections Why smoking causes erectile dysfu...

Mar 25, 202027 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Lichen Sclerosis

We all want good skin. But what happens when the skin condition is in the private area? This is a skin condition 101 talk on lichen sclerosis. It affects up to 3% of all women (and some men too). Learn about it and how it is treated. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 01, 202010 min

Testosterone For Desire in Women

Today we are learning about the role of testosterone in female desire disorders. A brand new consensus guideline just came out dictating the role of testosterone in post menopausal women with low sexual desire. What a great time to learn more! You will learn: The myth that testosterone is a male hormone. How aromatase affects one’s active testosterone, in both men and women. How testosterone plays a role in sexual desire and overall health. How well does testosterone work for HSDD (hypoactive se...

Feb 15, 202029 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Sexual Dysfunction page 2 - the second half of the handout

Today's podcast is a rundown of the back side of my sexual dysfunction handout. Topics include: Hormones The proper application of Vaginal estrogen - in my opinion Estrogen creams verus tabs Lubrication recommendations and vulvar skin care Intravaginal DHEA AASECT certified sex therapists Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist recommendations Book Recommendations Desire in a long term relationships Apps and Websites for pleasure and orgasm Vaginal lasers - what they are good and not good for And of cou...

Feb 03, 202021 min

Female Sexual Dysfunction Handout Front Page

When you come see me for sexual dysfunction issues there is a double sided handout that you get in the office. Well here I break down the information on the front page of the handout for you! We talk about desire (spontaneous and responsive), arousal, orgasmic dysfunction and sexual pain concerns. We talk about what is normal, what could be causing your lack of success in this arena, as well as different treatment options. Stay tuned next week for the back page!!! --- Send in a voice message: ht...

Jan 28, 202021 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Female Desire 101

Female sexual desire, do you need medications to have sex, do you need lube? How do you talk to your partner about sex? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 20, 202020 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Sexual frequency and delaying menopause

Really? Is it true? How do we know? Learn about this new study being talked about all over the Internet right now. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 16, 202013 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Low sexual desire. The definition and hormones involved.

This podcast talks about the definition of hypoactive sexual desire disorder. We discuss the hormones and neurotransmitters responsible for putting the brake on and putting the Excelerator on the arousal drive. Also why do men who wash dishes get more sex? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 15, 202011 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Galveston Diet Interview with Dr. Mary Claire Haver

Female sexual health and desire 101! Topics discussed: Female sexual function training among physicians. Female sexual function treatment. Painful sexual intercourse / dyspareunia. How many women actually orgasm with peno-vaginal sex? Normalizing female sexual discussions. Female sexual desire: spontaneous and reactive. Hormonal changes in women post menopause. Getting in the mood. Female libido. Female vaginal dryness / vaginal tissue composition pre and post menopause. Female vaginal lubricati...

Jan 10, 202041 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Meet Dr. Casperson

What is Dr. Casperson's story? Learn why I am interested in female sexual health and how I got to this point in my career. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 06, 202012 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Happy new year! Welcome to You Are Not Broken

Meet Dr. Casperson and learn why she wanted to start this podcast and where this podcast is going to go in the future. Here’s to 2012! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 01, 20204 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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