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Modern Menopause by Parlor Games
by Parlor Games
Modern Menopause is where midlife gets real—sticks to the science and has a few laughs along the way. This is the podcast for women who are done whispering about hot flashes and pretending brain fog is “just stress.” We talk about perimenopause, menopause, and everything that comes after with honesty, intelligence, and a whole lot of laughter. No “that’s just aging.” We break down the science so it makes sense—and so you feel empowered instead of overwhelmed. Joining you each week is Dr. Robyn Kutka, an expert in naturopathic medicine and hormone health, alongside your host Morven, a licensed professional counselor, who asks the questions you’re already thinking. Together, they bring warmth, candor, and plenty of laughter to topics that deserve to be talked about out loud. Midlife isn’t a crisis. It’s a recalibration. Let’s do it well—and have some fun while we’re at it. Learn more about <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href
Episodes
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Recurrent UTIs and Estrogen: Is there a Connection?
A USA Today story about a nurse who died from an UTI sent Morven and Dr. Robyn straight to the research. In this episode they talk about how UTI patterns can look different as we age, why that's worth knowing, and what a large observational study of about 1.8 million women found when researchers...
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Laughing Our Way Through Menopause with Dom & Marni
Some of the best menopause advice comes from the friend who’s a few steps ahead of you and says it like it is. Marni and Dom, audiobook narrators and hosts of Bitches in Heat, built a whole podcast around that idea. They join Morven and Dr. Robyn Kutka to talk about why humor makes hard...
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Blood vs Saliva vs Urine: What One Woman's Hormone Testing Showed Us
Her blood work said to raise your estrogen. Her saliva said lower it. Her urine said you're good. Dr. Robyn shares a real client's results, a 51-year-old with osteoporosis using topical hormones, and shows why each lab tells a different story. Then Morven asks the question: if the numbers…
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The Myths About Life After 65 We're Done Believing
Morven and Dr. Robyn tackle the myths women hear about life after 65, starting with the idea that it's too late to try something new, whether that's a hobby, a sport, or a whole new look. They get into the real science behind loneliness and the HPA axis, why balance training matters more than...
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Too Much of a Good Hormone: A Case Study w/ Dr. Robyn Kutka
A professional post-menopausal athlete came to Dr. Robyn with no hot flashes, no mood changes, no sleep issues — just injury after injury and a 25% drop in performance. The culprit turned out to be a compounding error that had quietly flipped her estrogen ratio, dosing her with four times the...
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Why Menopause Steals Hair From Your Head and Gives It to Your Chin
Menopause doesn't just thin the hair on your head, it can thicken it in places you'd rather it didn't. Dr. Robyn explains why one hormone shift causes two opposite effects depending on where the follicle lives, and what's actually worth trying if you're dealing with noticeable hair changes. Let’s...
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Permission to Rediscover Pleasure, with Jackie JacksonDaley
For decades, sex meant focusing on what your partner needed, not what you did. Board-certified sexologist Jackie JacksonDaley joins Morven and Dr. Robyn to talk about what changes when women finally ask what they want — from vanishing libido to the real reason so many couples feel mismatched in…
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Insulin Resistance Is Having a Moment. Dr. Robyn Busts the Myths Behind the Buzz.
Insulin is a hormone and menopause changes how your body listens to it. Dr. Robyn Kutka joins Morven to talk meno belly, blood sugar, testing options, and why you can influence your numbers without needing to control them. The information provided is intended for educational and informational...
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A Renaissance Woman of Menopause: Denise Pines, Executive Producer of The M Factor
She built a tea company for women in menopause, produced a documentary that screened at the UN, founded Wise Pause Wellness, and it all started with one very inconvenient hot flash. This week Morven and Dr. Robyn sit down with Denise Pines, a producer, entrepreneur, policy advocate, and…
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She Was Sure It Was Estrogen. Her Saliva Test Said Otherwise.
Ten years post-menopausal, feeling stuck in fight-or-flight, convinced the fix was obvious — she just needed her estrogen back. It's one of the most common assumptions women make during midlife, and one of the easiest for a provider to miss. In this episode, Morven and Dr. Robyn walk through a...
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Tired of Being Tired: Menopause and Sleep, Decoded
Can't fall asleep? Wide awake at 3 AM? Sleeping but not actually resting? You're not imagining it. Morven and Dr. Robyn dig into why progesterone and estrogen changes may affect your sleep, what cortisol has to do with it, and the daytime habits (not just bedtime ones) that actually move the...
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Xenoestrogens 101: The Hidden Hormone Disruptors in Your Everyday Life
You've heard of BPA-free, but do you actually know what xenoestrogens are and why they matter—especially as your hormones shift with age? In this episode, Morven and Dr. Robyn Kutka unpack what xenoestrogens are, how they mimic estrogen in the body, and why they're linked to everything from…
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It's a Detour, Not a Decline: Dr. Carla DiGirolamo on Menopause & Fitness
We are excited to have a special guest, Dr. Carla DiGirolamo, on today’s episode. She is a Board Certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist, Reproductive Endocrinologist and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, as well as a CrossFit athlete. Morven, Dr. Robyn, and Dr Carla dive into the biggest…
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From Zero to Homicidal: The Hormone Science of Perimenopause Anger
Everyone warned you about hot flashes. No one warned you about this. Mood swings in perimenopause don't look like crying at a dog food commercial — for many women, they look like homicidal rage. That out-of-body feeling where a dirty dishwasher turns into a screaming match, and afterward you're...
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From Gen X to Millennial: How Menopause Advice and Experiences Have Evolved Over the Years
In this special episode of Modern Menopause, hosts Morven and Dr. Robyn sit down with Parlor Games co-founders Kate and Kirsti for a candid, multi-generational conversation about perimenopause and menopause. From Kate's decades of hormone expertise to Kirsti's unexpected battle with sex, to Dr....
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Why Aren't We Talking About Weight Gain and Menopause Like This?
Most women hit perimenopause doing everything the same — workouts, eating, routine — and still watch their body change in ways nobody prepared them for. So why aren't we talking about it honestly? In this episode, licensed therapist Morven and consulting physician Dr. Robyn finally have the...
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What You Need To Know About Your Pelvic Floor with Dr. Sara Reardon, The Vagina Whisperer
If you've ever leaked a little when you sneeze, avoided jumping on the trampoline with your kids, or quietly suffered through sex that doesn't feel like it used to, this episode is for you. Dr. Sara Reardon, board-certified pelvic floor therapist and creator of The Vagina Whisperer, joins Dr.…
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Managing Menopause Without Hormones: What Actually Helps?
Perimenopause and menopause can feel overwhelming, especially when women are told they need to completely overhaul their lives just to feel normal again. In this episode of Modern Menopause, Morven and Dr. Robyn Kutka discuss evidence-based, non-hormonal approaches that may help support women...
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Why Women Notice Changes in Focus, Memory, and Mental Clarity During Perimenopause & Menopause
On this episode of the Modern Menopause podcast, Morven and Dr. Robyn Kutka explore what many women notice—changes in focus, memory, and mental clarity during perimenopause and menopause. From forgetting words mid-sentence to struggling with concentration and feeling mentally overwhelmed, they…
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DHEA Explained: Hormones, Libido & the Menopause Conversation
What exactly is DHEA—and why are so many women suddenly hearing about it during perimenopause and menopause? In this episode of Modern Menopause by Parlor Games, hosts Dr. Robyn Kutka and Morven break down what DHEA is and how it fits into the broader hormone conversation around estrogen and...
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Hormone Testing: What Each Method Actually Tells You
If you’ve ever been told your lab results are “normal” but still don’t feel like yourself, you’re not alone. In this episode, Dr Robyn Kutka and Morven explore the differences between blood testing and saliva testing for hormones—and why the results may not always reflect how you’re actually...
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Vaginal Changes After 40? What Women Should Know About Dryness, Discomfort & More
Vaginal dryness is a topic many women experience but rarely talk about. From feeling drier or less comfortable down there to changes during intimacy, the stuff nobody warned you about—Morven and Dr. Robyn Kutka are talking about all of it. The information provided is intended for educational and...
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The Role of Progesterone in Perimenopause and Menopause
A lot of women are told that estrogen is the only hormone that matters in perimenopause and menopause — but that’s not the full story. In this episode of the Modern Menopause Podcast, Morven and Dr. Robyn Kutka break down one of the most common misconceptions women hear: that all menopause…
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Perimenopause: The Hormone Shift No One Prepares You For
If perimenopause has been on your radar and you want the real, unfiltered conversation, this one's for you. In this episode of Modern Menopause, your host Morven and hormone expert Dr. Robyn Kutka break down the hormonal changes behind perimenopause, the issues women often miss, and why so many…
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Testosterone & Libido After Menopause: Myth, Truth, and What Else Matters
Is testosterone really the answer to low libido during perimenopause and menopause—or is that just another overhyped myth? In this episode of Modern Menopause, your host Morven and hormone expert Dr. Robyn Kutka break down the truth about testosterone and women’s libido. While it’s often promoted...
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What You Need To Know About Your Pelvic Floor with Dr. Sara Reardon, The Vagina Whisperer
If you've ever leaked a little when you sneeze, avoided jumping on the trampoline with your kids, or quietly suffered through painful sex, this episode is for you. Dr. Sara Reardon, board-certified pelvic floor therapist and creator of The Vagina Whisperer, joins Dr. Robyn and Morven to break…
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Managing Menopause Without Hormones: What Actually Helps?
Perimenopause and menopause can feel overwhelming, especially when women are told they need to completely overhaul their lives just to feel normal again. In this episode of Modern Menopause, Morven and Dr. Robyn Kutka discuss evidence-based, non-hormonal approaches that may help support women...
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Why Women Notice Brain Changes During Perimenopause & Menopause
On this episode of the Modern Menopause podcast, Morven and Dr. Robyn Kutka explore why many women experience changes in focus, memory, and mental clarity during perimenopause and menopause. From forgetting words mid-sentence to struggling with concentration and feeling mentally overwhelmed, they...
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Bloating, Constipation & Gut Issues in Menopause. Could Hormones be the Culprit?
Has your stomach suddenly gone completely sideways — even though you haven't changed a thing? You're not imagining it. In this episode of Modern Menopause, co-hosts Morven and Dr. Robyn Kutka dig into one of the most overlooked (and most embarrassing) symptoms of perimenopause and menopause:...
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DHEA Explained: Energy, Brain Fog, Libido & Menopause Support
What exactly is DHEA—and why are so many women suddenly hearing about it during perimenopause and menopause? In this episode of Modern Menopause by Parlor Games, hosts Dr. Robyn Kutka and Morven break down what DHEA actually does in the body, how it relates to estrogen and testosterone, and why...
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The “Black Hole” in Women’s Health—Why So Many Feel Overlooked?
Why do so many women feel like something is off—only to be told everything looks “normal”? In this episode of Modern Menopause, Dr Robyn Kutka and Morven explore why women in perimenopause and menopause often feel dismissed when they seek answers about their health. From limitations in standard...
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Blood vs Saliva Hormone Testing: What’s the Difference?
If you’ve ever been told your lab results are “normal” but still don’t feel like yourself, you’re not alone. In this episode, Dr Robyn Kutka and Morven explore the differences between blood testing and saliva testing for hormones—and why the results may not always reflect how you’re actually...
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Vaginal Changes After 40? What Women Should Know About Dryness, Discomfort & More
Vaginal dryness, discomfort, changes in tissue, increased UTIs—these are topics many women experience but rarely talk about. In this episode of Modern Menopause, we explore the physical changes that can happen to vaginal and vulvar tissues over time, especially during perimenopause and menopause....
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The Role of Progesterone in Perimenopause and Menopause
A lot of women are told that estrogen is the only hormone that matters in perimenopause and menopause — but that’s not the full story. In this episode of the Modern Menopause Podcast, Morven and Dr. Robyn Kutka break down one of the most common misconceptions women hear: that all menopause…
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Thyroid vs. Cortisol: What to Know About How You’re Feeling
Feeling exhausted, gaining weight, and wondering “Is it my thyroid?” You’re not alone, and you might be looking in the wrong place. In this episode of the Modern Menopause Podcast, Morven and Dr. Robyn Kutka dig into one of the most talked-about questions in the menopause years: why so many women...
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Perimenopause: The Hormone Shift No One Prepares You For.
What is perimenopause, really? In this episode of Modern Menopause, your host Morven and hormone expert Dr. Robyn Kutka break down the hormonal changes behind perimenopause, the symptoms women often miss, and why so many are told they’re “too young” when they’re not. We also discuss testing,...
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Is Testosterone the Best Way to Boost Libido During Menopause?
Is testosterone really the answer to low libido during perimenopause and menopause—or is that just another overhyped myth? In this episode of Modern Menopause, your host Morven and hormone expert Dr. Robyn Kutka break down the truth about testosterone and women’s libido. While it’s often promoted...
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Welcome to Modern Menopause by Parlor Games. Join Dr. Robyn Kutka and Morven for smart, honest, and often funny conversations about perimenopause, menopause, and everything that comes after. We break down the science, answer real questions, and make sense of the symptoms and changes that come…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Modern Menopause is where midlife gets real—sticks to the science and has a few laughs along the way. This is the podcast for women who are done whispering about hot flashes and pretending brain fog is “just stress.” We talk about perimenopause, menopause, and everything that comes after with honesty, intelligence, and a whole lot of laughter.
No “that’s just aging.” We break down the science so it makes sense—and so you feel empowered instead of overwhelmed.
Joining you each week is Dr. Robyn Kutka, an expert in naturopathic medicine and hormone health, alongside your host Morven, a licensed professional counselor, who asks the questions you’re already thinking. Together, they bring warmth, candor, and plenty of laughter to topics that deserve to be talked about out loud.
Midlife isn’t a crisis. It’s a recalibration. Let’s do it well—and have some fun while we’re at it.
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