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You Are Not Broken

Kelly Casperson, MD

300 episodes

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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  1. 295. Lubrication, Libido, and Letting Go: Unlocking Intimacy After Menopause - A Q&A

    · 37 min · Episode 292

    In this episode of the You Are Not Broken podcast, Dr. Kelly Casperson addresses a series of questions related to intimacy, sexual health, and relationships in midlife and menopause. She emphasizes the importance of…

  2. 294. Live Q&A: Perimenopause, Bladder leakage, Hormones and More

    · 33 min · Episode 294

    In this conversation, Kelly Casperson discusses the complexities of perimenopause and its associated symptoms, particularly focusing on incontinence and the role of hormone therapy. She emphasizes the importance of…

  3. 293. T is a Brain Hormone - Treating the Couple for Low T and Sexual Health

    · 1 h 07 min · Episode 293 · Explicit

    293. T is a Brain Hormone - Treating the Couple for Low T and Sexual Health In this engaging conversation, Dr. Joshua Gonzalez and Dr. Kelly Casperson explore various aspects of sexual health, focusing on the…

  4. 292. Dr. Roger Lobo

    · 49 min · Episode 292

    Dr. Roger Lobo, a renowned expert in women's health, discusses the misconceptions and controversies surrounding female hormones. He highlights the lack of knowledge and understanding in areas such as PCOS, menopause,…

  5. 291. Do The Boomers Have A Choice? Rethinking Timing of Hormones

    · 36 min · Episode 291

    In this episode of the You're Not Broken podcast, Dr. Kelly Casperson and Dr. Corinne Menn discuss the recent paper by Sasha Taylor and Susan Davis that revisits the recommendations for initiating menopausal hormone…

  6. 290. The Biggest Gap in Women's Healthcare - with Dr. Heather Hirsch

    · 50 min · Episode 290

    In this engaging conversation, Dr. Kelly Casperson and Dr. Heather Hirsch discuss the critical aspects of women's health, particularly focusing on menopause, hormone therapy, and sexual health. They explore the…

  7. 289. The M Factor Documentary

    · 36 min · Episode 286

    In this episode of the You're Not Broken podcast, Kelly Casperson, MD, and Tamsen Fadal discuss the M-Factor documentary, which aims to educate and inform women about menopause. They share insights into the creation…

  8. 288. Dr. Jim Simon

    · 54 min · Episode 288

    Dr. Jim Simon discusses the importance of hormones in sexual health and the intersectionality of ISSWSH and NAMS. He emphasizes the need for all healthcare providers to be comfortable talking about sex and hormones.…

  9. 287. Sobriety Gifts - A Sibling Story with Kelly and Hans

    · 46 min · Episode 287 · Explicit

    In this episode of the You Are Not Broken podcast, Dr. Kelly Casperson and her brother Hans share their personal journey of sobriety, discussing the challenges and triumphs they faced while quitting alcohol. They…

  10. 286. Dr. Louise Newson - An Expert's Expert

    · 1 h 02 min · Episode 286

    Dr. Louise Newson, a menopause specialist, shares her journey and passion for increasing awareness and knowledge of perimenopause and menopause. She discusses the importance of understanding menopause as a disease and…

  11. 285. Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause

    · 34 min · Episode 285

    Dr. Vonda Wright discusses the musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause and the importance of recognizing and addressing the symptoms. She emphasizes the need for doctors to listen to women's concerns and provide…

  12. 284. 2024 Menopause Conference - a Review

    · 1 h 25 min · Episode 281

    Come see me in Tacoma October 3 Come See the M Factor documentary premier in Bellingham October 20th In this episode of the You Are Not Broken podcast, I discuss key insights from the recent Menopause Society…

  13. 283. Preventing Dementia - Max Lugavere

    · 49 min · Episode 283

    Max Lugavere discusses his journey into researching dementia prevention and the importance of lifestyle factors in maintaining brain health. He emphasizes the need for early intervention and the identification of…

  14. 282. Libido and The Brain - Midlife Sexual Health

    · 39 min · Episode 282 · Explicit

    I am back with Caroline Labouchere! Our conversation explores the topic of libido and the factors that can affect it, such as upbringing, education, relationships, and hormones. It emphasizes the importance of…

  15. 281. Testosterone with Dr. Streicher

    · 53 min · Episode 281

    My book comes out this week! Order it here! In this conversation, Dr. Kelly Casperson and Dr. Lauren Streicher discuss the topic of testosterone. They address the challenges of discussing testosterone in short social…

  16. 280. You Are Not Broken - Chapter 1 "Society Got it Wrong"

    · 30 min · Episode 280

    Is your sex life everything you want it to be? If you're like most women, the answer might be "no." But it’s not your fault. Hollywood's fantasies and society’s silence have set us up for disappointment. We're rarely…

  17. 279. Top Menopause Hormone Myths - Busted!

    · 32 min · Episode 278

    Pre Order my book: You Are Not Broken: Stop "Should-ing" All Over Your Sex Life Dr. Kelly Casperson and Dr. Naomi Potter discuss menopause myths and misconceptions, focusing on topics such as vaginal estrogen, hormone…

  18. 278. Demystifying Testosterone in Women: Beyond Libido

    · 41 min · Episode 278

    Pre Order my book: You Are Not Broken: Stop "Should-ing" All Over Your Sex Life In this conversation, Kelly Casperson and Caroline Labouchere discuss the topic of testosterone in women. They cover various aspects of…

  19. 277. Ask Me Anything

    · 45 min · Episode 277

    Pre order the book "You Are Not Broken: Stop "Should-ing" All Over Your Sex Life" In this conversation, Dr. Kelly Casperson answers various questions related to hormones, menopause, sexual dysfunction, and hormone…

  20. 276. Women's Hearts

    · 51 min · Episode 273

    Dr. Jayne Morgan, a cardiologist, joins Dr. Kelly Casperson to discuss the connection between hormones and heart health in midlife women. They highlight the importance of addressing heart disease, the number one killer…

  21. 275. Delaying Menopause - Understanding the Ovary

    · 43 min · Episode 275

    275 Delaying Menopause - Understanding the Ovary Dr. Jennifer Garrison, a researcher and assistant professor at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, discusses her work on women's health and aging. She explains…

  22. 274. Comedy, Dating, and Sex in Midlife with Erin Keating

    · 44 min · Episode 274

    Erin Keating, founder of Hotter Than Ever, joins Kelly Casperson on the You Are Not Broken podcast to discuss women in comedy, the power of humor, and the journey of self-discovery and reinvention in midlife. Erin…

  23. 273. Vulnerability, Gaslighting and Advocacy with Dr. C!

    · 59 min · Episode 273

    Dr. Kelly Casperson,is interviewed by Dr. Maria Uloko. She shares her journey and passion for women's sexual health and menopause. She discusses how urology protected her soul and allowed her to stay in medicine. She…

  24. 272. Women Empowering Women - Starting A Midlife Telehealth Company

    · 46 min · Episode 272

    272 When Medicine Fails You - Start A Company Monica Molenaar and Anne Fulenwider, co-founders of Alloy, discuss their journey into menopause and the creation of their company. They highlight the lack of information…

  25. 271. What Every Couple Needs To Know About Women's Hormones

    · 1 h 01 min · Episode 271

    271. What Every Couple Needs To Know About Women's Hormones In this episode, Dr. Kelly Casperson discusses women's hormones and their impact on sexual health with sex therapist, Amanda Louder on her "Sex For Saints"…

  26. 270. Progesterone and Perimenopause

    · 58 min · Episode 270

    Dr. Eve Henry, an internal medicine physician, joins Dr. Kelly Casperson on the You Are Not Broken podcast to discuss the importance of optimizing health span and preventing disease. They emphasize the need for a shift…

  27. 269. The Bedroom Gap with Dr. Sophocles

    · 53 min · Episode 269

    Dr. Maria Sophocles discusses her TED Talk on sex in midlife and the bedroom gap between men and women. She explains the physiological changes that occur in the vulva and vagina during midlife and how they can affect a…

  28. 268. Sex in Canada

    · 41 min · Episode 268

    Dr. Kelly Casperson shares her experience at the BC Sexual Health Research Networking Event at the University of British Columbia. She discusses various topics including sexual health, dating apps, virtual reality for…

  29. 267. Kelly and Stacy London on "Hello Menopause"

    · 54 min · Episode 267

    267. Kelly and Stacy London on "Hello Menopause" Dr. Kelly Casperson discusses the lack of education and research around menopause, the role of testosterone in female physiology, and the challenges of hormone therapy.…

  30. 266. Health Tech - Revolutionizing Vulvar Health with Dr. Uloko

    · 48 min · Episode 266

    Dr. Maria Uloko, a urologist specializing in comprehensive sexual health, discusses her journey into urology and sex medicine. She shares how she became interested in urology through a serendipitous encounter with a…

  31. 265. Estrogen For Your Face

    · 47 min · Episode 265

    In this episode, Dr. Ellen Gendler, a New York City dermatologist, discusses the role of estrogen in skincare and hair care. She shares her journey on social media and addresses the stigma of vanity in skincare. Dr.…

  32. 264. Cervical Cancer, Birth Control, Vulvar Pain, Gaslighting with Dr. Andrew Goldstein

    · 48 min · Episode 264

    264. Cervical Cancer, Birth Control, Vulvar Pain, Gaslighting with Dr. Andrew Goldstein Dr. Goldstein was previously on Episodes 68 and 69! Go check out the back episodes. Dr. Goldstein is a gynecologist and is a…

  33. 263. Women Are Capable of Making Decisions: Grown Woman Talk With Dr. Sharon Malone

    · 56 min · Episode 262

    263. Women Are Capable of Making Decisions: Grown Woman Talk With Dr. Sharon Malone Dr. Malone is a nationally known expert in women’s health and a vocal advocate for menopause awareness and evidence-based information…

  34. 262. Women Waking Up - Perimenopause, Hormones, and Personal Growth with Marcella Hill

    · 58 min · Episode 262

    Women Waking Up - Perimenopause, Hormones, and Personal Growth with Marcella Hill Calling all the women who think they're going insane! You have found your people. Marcella Hill shares her journey of awakening and…

  35. 261. Unlocking Pleasure: Exploring Sexuality & Relationship Dynamics

    · 52 min · Episode 261 · Explicit

    Unlocking Pleasure: Exploring Sexuality & Relationship Dynamics In this episode, Caitlin V. Neal, a sexologist and researcher, discusses her journey into sex education and coaching. She shares her experience working…

  36. 260. Women and Testosterone

    · 42 min · Episode 260

    260. Women and Testosterone I join Dr. Harper on her “Women’s Power Hour” in the UK on IG live and it was such a good chat she let me have the audio for the podcast. Dr. Kelly Casperson and Dr. Harper discuss the…

  37. 259. Lancet Menopause Article Rebuttal - the Menoposse

    · 47 min · Episode 255

    In this episode, my panel of menopause expert physicians and nurse practitioners discuss the recent four-part article series on menopause published in The Lancet (link below). We address the agenda behind these…

  38. 258. Sexual Empowerment, Reframing Pain, Autism Experiences, Sex Work and More

    · 42 min · Episode 258 · Explicit

    Sexual Empowerment, Reframing Pain, Autism Experiences, Sex Work and More This is a wide-ranging conversation, and I hope you enjoy it! Suzannah Weiss is a feminist writer and sexologist. She is the author of…

  39. 257. Testosterone with Dr. Morgentaler

    · 56 min

    Dr. Morgentaler, is a leading international figure in the fields of testosterone therapy, prostate cancer, and male sexuality. He graduated from Harvard College in 1978, and Harvard Medical School in 1982. Dr.…

  40. 256. The Unfettered Urologist - Dr. Boone

    · 50 min · Episode 256

    Dr. Martha Boone, a urologist and author, discusses alternative therapies in urology, the importance of quality information, and the changing landscape of hormone therapy. She shares her experiences with alternative…

  41. 255. Infertility and Sex

    · 37 min · Episode 255

    Infertility and Sex In this conversation, Dr. Sophia Goodridge and Dr. Gillian Stearns discuss infertility, stress, and sex. They share their personal experiences and journeys with infertility, highlighting the…

  42. 254. The fortune telling genitals and/or I hate the word "cock"

    · 32 min · Episode 254 · Explicit

    254. The Fortune-Telling Genitals and/or I hate the Word "Cock" In this conversation, Dr. Kelly Casperson and Dr. Ashley Winter discuss various topics related to male and female sexual health. They cover the…

  43. 253. Bonus episode - MARCH Retreat

    · 29 min · Episode 253

    https://ascendretreats.com/2024-sedona-retreat-robyntigermd/ Dr. Kelly Casperson and Dr. Robin Tiger discuss their upcoming retreat in Sedona and their journeys in women's health. The retreat aims to provide education…

  44. 252. Thought Download - 2024 ISSWSH Conference

    · 1 h 39 min · Episode 250 · Explicit

    Sit down and buckle up. a long podcast but so so so many topics and though provoking ideas from the research and presentation from the just finished ISSWSH conference. Dr. Kelly Caspersen shares insights from the…

  45. 251. Sex Coaching for Beginners

    · 43 min · Episode 251 · Explicit

    Sex Coaching for Beginners In this conversation, Dr. Kelly Casperson interviews Kristine D'Angelo, a sex coach, about her journey into sex coaching and the difference between sex therapy and sex coaching. They discuss…

  46. 250. The BIO in Biopsychosocial – Medications for Sexual Health

    · 35 min · Episode 250 · Explicit

    The BIO in Biopsychosocial – Medications for Sexual Health In this episode, Dr. Mona Gupta and Dr. Melissa Dahir join Dr. Kelly Casperson to discuss the importance of sexual health and the misconceptions surrounding…

  47. 249 - Sex and the Brain - Office Hours with Tabu

    · 59 min · Episode 249 · Explicit

    Check out details for my retreat: https://ascendretreats.com/ In this episode, Dr. Kelly Casperson discusses the connection between the brain and sex, the role of hormones in desire and arousal, and tips for…

  48. 248. Hollywood Ruined Us – Sex Therapist Brooke Bralove

    · 42 min · Episode 248

    Hollywood Ruined Us – Sex Therapist Brooke Bralove Brooke Bralove, LCSW-C is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Psychotherapist, Master Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) Practitioner, AASECT Certified Sex…

  49. 247. Sex Symposium: Morning After Review with Dr. Rubin

    · 35 min · Episode 247 · Explicit

    Sex Symposium: Launching the First Annual Event Today I drink coffee with Dr. Rachel Rubin, fellow urologist and sex med physician and we run through ALL THE THINGS that happend when I co-hosted the first annual sex…

  50. 246. Midlife Transformation: The Power of Education, Empowerment and Hormone Therapy

    · 37 min · Episode 244

    246. Midlife Transformation: The Power of Education, Empowerment and Hormone Therapy In this conversation, Katey Armstrong shares her journey of discovering Dr. Kelly Casperson and the impact of hormone education on…

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