Speaking of Women's Health
The Speaking of Women's Health Podcast is excited to bring you credible women's health information from host and Executive Director, Dr. Holly L. Thacker. Dr. Thacker will interview guest clinicians discussing relevant women's health topics and the latest news and tips. Please consider supporting Speaking of Women's Health with a monetary donation to help us continue to provide free women's health content. Thank you!
Episodes
Two little voices kick off a Mother’s Day special, and that warm family moment quickly opens into bigger questions about women’s health that too often get ignored until they’re urgent. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast host Holly Thacker, MD shares what every woman should understand earlier: fertility has a biological clock that doesn’t match how healthy you can feel in your 30s and 40s, and ovarian aging is a...
When sleep is fragmented by mouth breathing or a restricted airway, the ripple effects can show up as cavities, restless sleep, drooling, picky eating, speech concerns, bedwetting, and ADHD-like behavior in kids. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast host Dr. Holly Thacker interviews Dr. Rachel Rosen, DDS, a board-certified pediatric dentist and a Breathe Institute affiliate in Ohio, to connect the dots between ai...
The room spins when you roll over in bed, then it vanishes, and you start wondering if you should just “wait it out.” That’s where so many people lose weeks of their life to dizziness, falls and fear. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast host Dr. Holly Thacker sits down with Vince Whalen, a physical therapist and co-founder of Wadsworth Family Physical Therapy, to break down what vestibular therapy and evidence-b...
Testosterone has become the hottest hormone on social media, and it’s easy to see why: so many women feel dismissed when they bring up low libido, fatigue, or that nagging sense of “I don’t feel like myself.”
Dr. Holly Thacker unpacks what female testosterone actually is, why the lack of an FDA-approved testosterone product for women creates confusion, and how to think clearly about benefits vs risks.
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Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker sits down with Dr. Alison Stout, an interventional PM&R and sports medicine specialist at Cleveland Clinic and president of the International Pain and Spine Intervention Society. They discuss regenerative spine care and what’s regulated, what’s risky, and what actually helps when chronic back or SI joint pain won’t let up.
Not everyone is a ...
What if paying less for your prescriptions was not just possible, but predictable? Speaking of Women's Health Podcast host Dr. Holly Thacker walks us through a clear, six-step playbook to cut medication costs without cutting corners, drawing on years of women’s health practice, patient stories, and the latest programs reshaping access and pricing.
Dr. Thacker shares how to use discount cards and price ...
Hot flashes that hijack your day and wreck your sleep are more than a nuisance—they’re a brain‑level problem with real solutions. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast host Dr. Holly Thacker sits down with Dr. Nayoung Sung from Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Specialized Women’s Health to unpack a new non‑hormonal therapy, Lynkuet® (elinzanetant).
For listeners weighing options, Dr. Sung and Dr. Thacker lay...
Bones don’t complain until they break—so we went straight to the source to decode how to measure, protect, and strengthen them before trouble starts. Dr. Thacker sits down with Dr. Kristi Tough-DeSapri, a leading women’s bone health specialist, to break down what DEXA really tells us, how trabecular bone score adds vital nuance about bone quality, and where newer ultrasound-based REMS fits when access is limited.
Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker dives into irritable bowel syndrome with a clear, compassionate guide to understanding symptoms, pinpointing triggers, and building a plan that actually sticks. From the brain–gut connection and hormone-driven flares to the role of the microbiome, you’ll hear how stress, sleep, and daily choices shape everything from cramping and bloat to bathroom urgenc...
Speaking of Women's Health Podcast host Holly Thacker, MD sat down with Cleveland Clinic internist and executive health physician Richard Cartabuke, MD to map out how a single, coordinated visit can compress a month of care—advanced labs, imaging and expert consults—into a focused plan you can actually use. From there, they go deeper: why direct genetic testing beats ancestry kits for medical decisions, how pro...
Feeling drained, foggy, or just a bit off?
Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker breaks down how thiamine (also known as vitamin B1) works and how it helps convert the carbs you eat into steady energy for your brain, heart, and nerves.
Dr. Thacker walks through thiamine sources found in your pantry and fridge like fortified whole grains and cereals, black beans and lentils, salmon a...
A drop of blood can change the course of cancer care. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast host Holly Thacker, MD sits down with variant curator Stetson Thacker, PhD to unpack how circulating tumor DNA and tumor‑informed minimal residual disease testing help clinicians see recurrence months before imaging, tailor adjuvant therapy, and track response in real time. Together, they translate complex genomics into cle...
Alpha-lipoic acid gets a lot of buzz, but what does it actually do for your body—and when is it worth taking?
Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly L. Thacker takes a clear approach to explain how this unique antioxidant supports energy production, helps your cells handle carbohydrates, and may assist with blood sugar control and nerve comfort in people managing type 2 diabetes and peripheral neurop...
Ever stared at a pelvic ultrasound report and felt more confused than reassured? Dr. Holly Thacker breaks down the images, the language, and the decisions behind them with gynecologic imaging expert Dr. Sharon Sutherland, whose day-to-day work focuses on translating patterns into practical care. From the first gel-on-belly scan to transvaginal views and saline infusion sonography, they walk through how each tes...
In this episode, we’re revisiting one of our most popular conversations from Season 2 featuring Dr. Taryn Murray, a board-certified dermatologist known for her practical and science-backed skincare advice. Dr. Murray shared expert insights on how to build a skincare routine that actually works, debunked common myths, and offered tips for achieving healthier skin at any age.
We’re replaying this episode as a...
Tingling toes. A strange electric buzz that won’t let you sleep. We sat down with Dr. John Morren, Director of the Neuromuscular Center at Cleveland Clinic, to unpack what truly drives peripheral neuropathy, how to read the early signs, and which treatments actually help you function and rest again.
We trace the most common causes—diabetes and the broader metabolic syndrome—while surfacing underrecognized r...
We kick off season four by unpacking the most important women’s health developments of 2025 and turning them into simple, confident actions for 2026. From menopausal care finally getting a long-overdue reboot to new tools for mood, pain, and preventive screening, we focus on what’s real, what helps and what to do next.
Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker walks through timely risks...
The holidays don’t have to be a choice between joy and well-being. We invite you into a cozy Christmas Eve conversation that blends candlelight traditions with clear, doable strategies for eating well, staying energized, and sleeping better. From a nourishing breakfast to a colorful plate at dinner, you’ll learn how to slow down and savor your favorites.
We also share a one-minute breathing reset to melt stress and a...
A tiny mineral with a big impact can change how you feel during the day -from steadier energy to clearer thinking and fewer snack attacks. So, what is this important mineral? Chromium, the quiet cofactor that helps your body process carbs, fats, and proteins more efficiently.
Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly L. Thacker explains why “food first” beats a crowded supplement shelf, and how easy win...
Hot flashes don’t keep a schedule, and neither do lab numbers. We sit down with Dr. Rachel Novik of Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Specialized Women’s Health to cut through the noise around perimenopause, menopause, and hormone testing—and focus on what actually helps you feel like yourself again.
We talk about why the most reliable “diagnosis” of menopause is still 12 months without a period, and when lab w...
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