Perimenopause. Unfiltered.
by Project M(e)
The average woman waits seven years for a correct perimenopause diagnosis. Seven years of real symptoms dismissed as stress, depression, or just getting older.This podcast exists to change that."Perimenopause, Unfiltered" is hosted by Sascha, who spent 5-7 years undiagnosed and quit her job before she figured it out. Real talk about hormones, research, treatment options, and the conversations perimenopause makes harder. With your doctor, with the people you love.No fluff, no fear... Just the truth.@project_me_us / www. myproject-me.com
Episodes
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#21 - Whales get it, why don't we?
Of the roughly 6,000 mammal species on earth, only a handful go through menopause the way we do (where fertility ends and life keeps going for years, even decades). Humans, five kinds of whale and, very recently, one group of wild chimpanzees in Uganda. That's the whole club. This episode is…
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#20 - When blood sugar meets perimenopause - with Melissa Slemp
Melissa Slemp has lived with type 1 diabetes for over 40 years. For most of that time, no one ever connected her blood sugar chaos to her hormones. Melissa is the author of Highs, Lows, and Hormones, host of the podcast Type 1 in Midlife and the founder of Abundant Health with Melissa, where she...
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#19 - Walk in ready, part 3 of 3: The truth about HRT
In 2002 a study made global headlines: "HRT causes breast cancer". Doctors stopped prescribing it overnight, women stopped asking for it. And an entire generation made decisions about their health based on headlines that fundamentally misrepresented what that study actually found. That study is...
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#18 - Walk in ready, part 2 of 3: The language of self-advocacy
You did the research. You walked into the appointment and you still left without what you needed. That is called the appointment gap. And it is happening to women everywhere. In this episode Sascha breaks down exactly why perimenopause appointments go wrong even for well prepared, well informed...
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#17 - Walk in ready, part 1 of 3: The appointment gap. Why you leave without what you need and what to do about it.
You did the research. You walked into the appointment and you still left without what you needed. That is not a you problem. It is the appointment gap and it is happening to women everywhere. In this episode Sascha breaks down exactly why perimenopause appointments go wrong even for well…
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#16 - Same voice. Sharper focus. Here is what is coming.
Something is changing and I want to tell you exactly why. After 5-7 years undiagnosed, quitting my job, and finally connecting the dots, I realized this podcast needed to do something more than untangle menopause. It needed to give you the unfiltered truth. No fluff, no fear, no version of…
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ProjectM(e) - #15 You asked, I answered.
Have you ever felt like you were falling apart and couldn't figure out why?That was me. Forgetting things I'd known for years, lying awake at 3am with anxiety I couldn't explain. I was convinced something was deeply wrong with me. I quit my job, I saw a therapist and it wasn't until I stumbled...
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ProjectM(e) - #14 The payoff I didn’t feel right away
During a ski trip in Japan, I suddenly realized how much stronger I felt compared to the last few year. In this episode I share that moment and why it reminded me that the real payoff of habits often shows up later. If you’ve ever had a moment like that, where you suddenly realized something…
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ProjectM(e) - #13 Why this habit actually stuck
Why This Habit Actually Stuck How strength training became part of my life in midlife I’ve tried to build exercise habits many times before and most of them fell apart after a missed session or two. In this episode, I talk through why strength training became different for me. And I can already...
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ProjectM(e) - #12 When I realized HRT isn’t the magic fix, it’s the foundation...
Two years into HRT, I’ve learned this: Hormones aren’t the whole solution, they’re the baseline. Sleep, food, movement, and stress shape everything. In this update, I share how a surprise period shifted my energy, how I adjusted my HRT, and why routines matter. Plus, my new boxing routine and the...
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Project M(e) - #11 Hot flashes, cool science! With Suzanne Rethans
How DNA clues can rewrite your Menopause story What if your DNA could explain why your hormones behave the way they do during perimenopause and how to actually feel better? In this episode, journalist, researcher, and podcast host Suzanne Rethans shares her wild ten-year journey from anxiety and...
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Project M(e) - #10 Hormones, Humor, and the Holy Grail of Lubricant
In this refreshingly candid and often hilarious episode of Project M(e), Sascha welcomes her insightful friend Adrienne Heinz, a clinical psychologist, for an in-person deep dive into the realities of perimenopause and menopause. With a blend of personal experience and professional expertise,...
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Project M(e) - #9 "My Doctor Said My Eggs Were Dying" with Jessica Long
Join me as I talk with Jessica Long about her perimenopause experience. Jessica shares her story, from the initial baffling symptoms to the frustration of unhelpful doctor's appointments, and how she became her own advocate, researching and finding solutions that worked for her. We discuss the...
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Project M(e) - #8 When Sleep Becomes the Enemy: Bethany on Menopause & Anxiety
Toss those sleeping pills aside! This week, we're tackling the dreaded "night anxiety" that often accompanies perimenopause. My guest, Bethany Doss, shares her personal experience with this sleep-stealing symptom, offering insights, and advice. From weight gain woes and dismissive doctors to...
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Project M(e) - #7 Don't Let the Silent Thief Win: Fighting for Strong Bones
Project M(e) - untangling menopause...sharing my story, empowering yours. I will empower you with knowledge and tools to make thoughtful and informed decisions during your own menopause journey. This episode dives deep into the often-overlooked connection between perimenopause and bone health. I...
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Project M(e) - #6, Untangling Menopause Across Continents: A Conversation with Tineke Honoré
Project M(e) - untangling menopause...sharing my story, empowering yours. I will empower you with knowledge and tools to make thoughtful and informed decisions during your own menopause journey. Join me for a fascinating conversation with Tineke Honoré, host of the Dutch podcast "Tijdens de…
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Project M(e) - #5, Navigating the Noise - Trusted Menopause Sources
Project M(e) - untangling menopause...sharing my story, empowering yours. I will empower you with knowledge and tools to make thoughtful and informed decisions during your own menopause journey. In this episode I will share my curated list of trusted resources for navigating the ups and downs of...
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Project M(e) - #4 HRT and me
Project M(e) - untangling menopause...sharing my story, empowering yours. I will empower you with knowledge and tools to make thoughtful and informed decisions during your own menopause journey. In this episode I will share: - how HRT can help with symptom improvement, including the individual...
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Project M(e) - #3 Finding the Right Doctor and Treatment
Project M(e) - untangling menopause...sharing my story, empowering yours. I will empower you with knowledge and tools to make thoughtful and informed decisions during your own menopause journey. In this episode I will share what steps I have taken when I found out I'm in perimenopause. You will...
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Project M(e) - #2 How I found out I'm in perimenopause
Project M(e) - untangling menopause...sharing my story, empowering yours. I will empower you with knowledge and tools to make thoughtful and informed decisions during your own menopause journey. In this episode I will share how I found out I'm in perimenopause. References I make in the podcast:...
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Project M(e) - #1 Intro To This Podcast
Project M(e) - untangling menopause...sharing my story, empowering yours. I will empower you with knowledge and tools to make thoughtful and informed decisions during your own menopause journey. In this episode I will share why I started Project M(e), how this is going to be valuable for you and...
About this show
The average woman waits seven years for a correct perimenopause diagnosis. Seven years of real symptoms dismissed as stress, depression, or just getting older.This podcast exists to change that."Perimenopause, Unfiltered" is hosted by Sascha, who spent 5-7 years undiagnosed and quit her job before she figured it out. Real talk about hormones, research, treatment options, and the conversations perimenopause makes harder. With your doctor, with the people you love.No fluff, no fear... Just the truth.@project_me_us / www. myproject-me.com
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