S16 E3 Take control of your hormones in perimenopause

Could your constant fatigue, brain fog or irritability be more than just the juggle of everyday life? For many women, the first signs of perimenopause arrive years before they expect them to – and are often mistaken for stress, burnout or simply being "too busy". In this episode of Thriving in Men…

S16 E2 Mary Coustas: Finding the funny in menopause

For decades, Mary Coustas has made Australia laugh as the unforgettable Effie. But behind the sharp wit and larger-than-life persona is a woman whose own journey through midlife has been anything but straightforward. In this honest and heartfelt conversation, Mary opens up about the realities of m…

S16 E1 Future-proof your health through menopause

Menopause is often seen as the beginning of an ageing decline, but what if it's actually one of the greatest opportunities to improve your long-term health? In this episode of Thriving in Menopause, editor Zoe Meunier sits down with GP, author and women's health advocate Dr Ginni Mansberg to discu…

From fear to empowerment: transforming the menopause space

In this episode of Thriving in Menopause, we’re talking about what it really takes to change the menopause conversation – and why that change is long overdue. Prevention Australia editor Zoe Meunier is joined by Heather Jackson, CEO and co-founder of Gen M, the global movement behind the M-Tick – …

The psychological reset of midlife

For many women, menopause isn’t just about physical symptoms – it’s a turning point. In this episode of Thriving in Menopause, we explore the often-overlooked psychological side of midlife, from identity shifts and emotional overwhelm to grief, relationships and the pressure of caring for everyone…

S15 E4 Preparing your body for perimenopause

What if preparing for menopause actually started decades earlier? In this episode, Prevention Editor Zoe sits down with triple Olympian Lisa Curry, co-founder of Happy Healthy You, one of Australia’s leading programs supporting women through perimenopause, menopause and beyond. Together, they sha…

S15 E3 Supporting joint pain in peri and menopause

If your knees, hips, shoulders or fingers have started feeling stiff, achy or inflamed during perimenopause, you’re not imagining it — and you’re certainly not alone. In this episode of Thriving in Menopause, Prevention editor Zoe Meunier speaks with exercise scientist and nutritionist Amelia Phil…

S15 E2 Understanding sexual health in menopause

Sex, desire and intimacy can change during perimenopause and menopause – but too often, women are left navigating those changes with little information and even less support. In this episode of Thriving in Menopause, Prevention Australia editor Zoe Meunier speaks with Dr Kelly Casperson, a renowne…

S15 E1 Prioritising protein in menopause

During perimenopause and menopause, many women notice changes in their bodies – from shifts in metabolism and muscle tone to energy dips and increased hunger. One nutrient that can make a powerful difference? Protein. In this episode of Thriving in Menopause, we’re joined by clinical nutritionist …

S14 E6 Em Rusciano's menopause mission

In this raw, funny and deeply honest episode, comedian, writer, broadcaster and advocate Em Rusciano joins Prevention Editor Zoe Meunier to talk about her unfiltered experience of midlife, menopause and self-discovery – as shared in her new memoir, Blood, Sweat and Glitter. Em opens up about navig…