Sex, Drugs & Perimenopause: Breaking Every Taboo with Tanya Griffin of OoYes

In this candid, unfiltered conversation, Tanya Griffin, founder of oOYes wellness products and longtime cannabis industry leader, joins us to dismantle the silence around perimenopause, sexual wellness, hormone therapy, and holistic health.With nearly two decades in cannabis, Tanya bridges the gap between plant medicine, product innovation, and women’s evolving bodies—while challenging the shame that’s historically surrounded these conversations.This episode explores what really happens during hormonal transition—and how women can reclaim sleep, desire, confidence, and vitality along the way.Perimenopause & Hormonal HealthRecognizing early perimenopause symptomsNavigating hormone therapy conversationsSleep disruption, mood shifts, and body changesWhy women are often under-supported medicallySexual Wellness & DesireHow hormones impact libido and pleasureWhy sexual wellness belongs in health conversationsProduct innovation in intimacy careReclaiming confidence in midlifeCannabis & Plant MedicineThe role of cannabinoids in stress and sleep supportCannabis as part of holistic wellness routinesTerpenes and formulation basicsIndustry evolution through a women-led lensEntrepreneurship & LeadershipScaling cannabis retail from 4 to 14 locationsBuilding a wellness brand in emerging marketsWomen founders reshaping the industryConsumer education as a business modelLiving AuthenticallyParenting through honest wellness conversationsBreaking generational shame cyclesSupporting LGBTQ+ family membersAging with power instead of invisibility0:00 – Intro & Tanya’s industry roots3:15 – Cannabis career journey12:20 – Launching oOYes wellness18:45 – Perimenopause realities24:30 – Hormone therapy conversations35:40 – Cannabis & the endocannabinoid system42:10 – Holistic wellness approaches54:20 – Relationship & intimacy wellness1:18:00 – Product development insights1:32:40 – Parenting & communication1:38:50 – Aging authenticallyPerimenopause impacts millions of women—yet remains widely misunderstood, under-discussed, and under-treated.By combining clinical insight, plant medicine education, and lived experience, this episode reframes midlife not as decline—but as a power transition.This episode includes frank discussions about:Sexual wellnessHormonal healthCannabis useAdult relationshipsIntended for mature audiences and educational purposes.MIDI Health — Menopause telehealth servicesDr. Lauren Streicher — Menopause specialist educationWebsite: https://www.ooyes.loveLinkedIn: Tanya GriffinInstagram: @oOYesLoveWebsite: TheCannaBossBabes.com/podcastInstagram: @thecannabossbabes