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Soma Says
by Soma Mandal, MD
A cool medical podcast focusing on women’s health! Grab a seat and catapult yourself into the heart of the most exciting, intriguing, and downright cool world of medicine. Dr. Soma and her guests will share their unique stories and insights and peel back the layers of issues that women commonly face. Just remember, knowledge is power, and it’s ALWAYS ladies first on Soma Says!
Episodes
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Cutting Through the Noise with Livelong Media’s Tiffany Nieslanik
Dr. Soma Mandal sits down with Tiffany Nieslanik, VP of Community and Membership at Livelong Media, for a conversation about reshaping women’s health in midlife and beyond. Tiffany shares how her own experience with perimenopause helped fuel her focus on women’s health and led to her work…
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Longevity Medicine, AI, and Closing the Women’s Health Gap
Longevity Medicine, AI, and Closing the Women's Health Gap Guest: Dr. Hilary Lin, MD Host: Dr. Soma Mandal, MD EPISODE DESCRIPTION What does artificial intelligence have to do with your perimenopause care? More than you think — and it starts with a problem that has existed long before AI was ever...
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Voices Unheard: the Silent Struggle of Women in Speech Therapy
Guest: Ashlyn Lelej, MS, CCC-SLP | Founder, Speech Matters Clinic Host: Dr. Soma Mandal, MD Website: speechmattersclinic.com | Instagram: @speechmattersclinic EPISODE DESCRIPTION What happens when the healthcare system decides your child's feeding struggles aren't serious enough — or that the...
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Reclaiming Confidence in Perimenopause: Mindset, Style and Being Seen with Rosie Faulkner
In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma Mandal sits down with award-winning producer, video confidence coach, and midlife advocate Rosie Faulkner for an honest conversation about confidence, identity, aging, and rediscovering yourself during perimenopause and beyond. Rosie shares her personal...
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Toxic Truths: Why Modern Medicine Ignores Your Symptoms: With Dr. Loretta Friedman
In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma Mandal sits down with Dr. Loretta Friedman — a Directional Non-Force Technique® chiropractor, integrative clinical nutritionist, and founder of Synergy Health Associates — to explore what happens when patients don’t feel well… even when everything looks...
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The Silent Cardiometabolic Crisis in South Asians - with Dr. Namratha Kandula
In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma Mandal sits down with Dr. Namratha “Nammi” Kandula — Professor of Medicine and Preventive Medicine at Northwestern University and a leading investigator in the MASALA Study — to unpack a critical and often overlooked topic: cardiovascular risk in South Asian...
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The Fountain of Youth: Can Plastic Surgery Really Turn Back the Clock?
In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma sits down with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Hisham Seify of Newport Beach for a thoughtful conversation about how aesthetic medicine has evolved — and how it increasingly overlaps with integrative health, longevity, and midlife wellness. Over the past...
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Midlife Career Calm: Quiet Change Explained
In this intimate solo episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma explores a quiet but powerful experience many women face in midlife: the growing sense that the professional identity that once fit no longer feels aligned. Rather than framing this discomfort as burnout, failure, or ingratitude, Dr. Soma...
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Root Cause Wellness: Beyond Conventional Healthcare
In this insightful episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma Mandal sits down with Kristen Blake, a functional nutritionist and women’s wellness coach dedicated to helping women heal from the inside out. Kristen shares the personal health struggles that led her to build Kristen Blake Wellness, and walks...
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Decoding Your Soul’s Blueprint: A Conversation with Karen Curry Parker
In this illuminating episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma Mandal is joined by Karen Curry Parker, founder of Quantum Human Design™, bestselling author, and pioneer in the field of energy psychology. Together, they explore how Quantum Human Design can help women decode their soul’s blueprint—providing...
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Beyond Kegels: Breaking Myths and Building Pelvic Strength
In this empowering episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma Mandal is joined by Maryellen Reider, co-founder of Yarlap, an FDA-cleared pelvic floor strengthening device designed to help women regain confidence, control, and comfort in their daily lives. Together, they dive deep into the often-ignored world...
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The Coherent Body: Reconnecting Through Somatic Practices
In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma Mandal is joined by Sue Choi, founder of The Coherent Body, a somatic awareness and nervous system healing practice that helps women rebuild resilience, presence, and inner stability. Sue shares her powerful personal journey—from living with chronic…
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Decoding the Mental Prison: Are Your Defenses Also Your Downfall?
In this powerful episode of Soma Says, host Dr. Soma Mandal sits down with Michelle Smith, LPC, LMHC, LCMHC, a trauma-informed psychotherapist who helps women move from survival mode to self-trust. Michelle shares her personal journey into psychotherapy and unpacks the deep connection between the...
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Breaking the Chains: How Subconscious Therapy is Rapidly Changing Lives
In this powerful episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma Mandal shares exciting news about her new role as Medical Director of Women’s Health at Hackensack Meridian Health. She’s then joined by special guest Krishna Avalon, a subconscious reprogramming expert who blends acupuncture, somatic healing, and...
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Why Thermal Imaging Might Be Your Best Ally with Dr. Robert Kane
In this episode of Soma Says, host Dr. Soma Mandal, newly appointed Medical Director of Women’s Health at Hackensack Meridian Health, shares exciting updates about her new role at Jersey Shore University Medical Center and the mission to advance comprehensive, compassionate women’s care. Joining...
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Breaking Free from the Insecurity Industry: The Verdura Method
In this inspiring episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma Mandal welcomes Lisa Axelrad Schultz, founder of The Verdura Method, to discuss how women can break free from the trillion-dollar insecurity industry and reconnect with their innate vitality. Lisa shares her fascinating journey from the beauty and...
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The Prayer of Freedom: Transformative Healing with Beatty Carmichael
In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma Mandal sits down with Beatty Carmichael, creator of The Prayer of Freedom, a transformative spiritual practice designed to help people release fear, stress, and emotional pain. With a background in business and a family rooted in medicine, Beatty has devoted...
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Why Menopause Medicine Needs a Makeover/ with Claire Snowdon- Darling
In this episode of Soma Says, host Dr. Soma Mandal sits down with Claire Snowdon-Darling, founder of The College of Functional Wellness, to unpack the truth about women’s health and hormone balance. Claire shares her personal journey from health struggles to becoming one of the UK’s leading…
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Pelvic Secrets: Unlocking the Hidden Power of Your Core
In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma sits down with Dr. Krystal Couture, DPT, LAc., a holistic physical therapist and acupuncturist, to shine light on an often-overlooked topic: pelvic floor health. Krystal explains what pelvic floor dysfunction really is, the common symptoms women (and men)...
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Hormones, Health and Hope
In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma sits down with Carolyn Zaumeyer, founder of LowTE Florida and a nationally recognized Nurse Practitioner who has spent over 20 years transforming lives through bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT). Carolyn shares her personal journey into hormone...
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Redefining Intimacy & Identity: Turning Midlife Into a Masterclass
Welcome to Season Three of Soma Says! In this powerful episode, Dr. Soma Mandal sits down with Briana Bass, founder of The Wellness Institute in Dallas and board-certified clinical sexologist, to explore how midlife can become a masterclass in health, connection, and self-discovery. Brianna…
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Heart to Heart: Exposing the Risks South Asian Women Can’t Afford to Ignore
Episode Description: In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma Mandal takes an in-depth look at the significant yet under-recognized threat of heart disease in South Asian women. She explains the genetic predispositions, metabolic risk factors, and cultural influences that make this demographic...
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Navigating the Storm: Women’s Health and Menopause Demystified
In this powerful episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma sits down with Stormy Quinn, author of The Menopause Decoder: The Ultimate Men’s Guide to Understanding and Supporting His Partner Through Change. Through a raw and personal journey, Stormy shares her struggles, revelations, and the passion that led...
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The Vein Game: Navigating Unseen Complexities in Women’s Health
In this inspiring episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma welcomes Dr. Tonie Reincke—a board-certified vascular and interventional radiologist and the founder of Reincke Vein Center in Sugar Land, Texas. With nearly three decades of experience, Dr. Reincke shares her extraordinary journey from ICU nurse…
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Breaking Barriers and Sowing Seeds of Change: A Conversation About Surrogacy
In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma welcomes Eloise Drane, the founder and CEO of Family Inceptions, the first Black woman-owned surrogacy and egg donation agency in the U.S. With extensive personal experience as both an egg donor and gestational surrogate, Eloise shares her inspiring journey...
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Beyond Talk: Unlocking Your Trauma’s Hidden Power with Critical Memory Integration
Episode Description: In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma speaks with Estefana Johnson, Executive Director of Arise Alliance, about her transformative work in trauma counseling and the creation of the Critical Memory Integration (CMI) method. Estefana shares her personal journey, including the...
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Rewrite Your Diagnosis: What This Therapist Wants Every Woman to Know
In this inspiring episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma Mandal interviews Virginia “Gin” Oman — a transformational expert, licensed clinical mental health counselor, certified life coach, personal trainer, and harp therapist. Diagnosed with progressive multiple sclerosis in the late 1980s and told she’d...
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Vagus Nerve Secrets: The Egg Device Every Woman Show Know About
🧠 Episode Summary: In this powerful episode, Dr. Soma interviews Celine Vignal, founder of Seesaw Health, about her personal journey with chronic migraines and how it inspired the creation of a cutting-edge women’s health tech company. Celine shares how her debilitating symptoms led to the...
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Redefining Wealth After Divorce: Financial Tips for Midlife Women
🎙️ Money Mavericks: How Women Are Redefining the Rules of Wealth with Melissa Murphy Pavone In this empowering episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma welcomes back Melissa Murphy Pavone, founder of Mindful Financial Partners and a seasoned financial advisor with over 25 years of experience. As a…
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Hangry to Healthy: Science Backed Nutrition for Midlife Women
In this inspiring episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma Mandal sits down with Amy White, board-certified holistic nutritionist, functional nutrition & lifestyle practitioner, and certified life coach. As the founder and CEO of The Simplicity of Wellness, Amy shares her journey from healing her…
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Smart Tech, Smarter Women: How AI Is Taking Charge of Our Health Tech
In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma Mandal welcomes Shalvi Singh, AI visionary and founder of Health Engine—a groundbreaking platform using artificial intelligence to bridge the $50 billion gap in women’s healthcare. From her personal journey with PCOS to building an app that decodes biomarker...
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Grip or Slip: The Secret to Longevity
In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma welcomes chiropractor and former pro golfer Dr. Terry Zachary to explore a surprisingly overlooked topic: grip strength. From his transition out of professional golf to his work with athletes, musicians, and everyday professionals, Dr. Zachary shares the...
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AI Can’t Brew Intimacy: How Lavender Coffee Boutique is Creating Connection
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaSays/videos In this episode of Soma Says, host Dr. Soma Mandal sits down with Lindsey Sozio, the visionary founder of Lavender Coffee Boutique in Denver, Colorado. With a background in branding and interior design, Lindsay shares how…
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The Superwomen Behind the Stethescope
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaSays/videos In this inspiring episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma Mandal welcomes Dr. Susan Landers—retired neonatologist, author, and speaker—for a powerful conversation about the emotional complexity of working motherhood and the long road...
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The Untold Struggles of Doctors: Burnout, Healing and Redemption
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaSays/videos In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma welcomes Dr. Jill Wener, a former academic hospitalist turned nationally recognized leader in physician wellness, trauma-informed healing, and anti-racism education. Dr. Wener shares…
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The Estrogen Edge: How Women are Changing the Fitness Game
In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma sits down with Dr. Jessie Duppler, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and the founder of Chain Reaction Physical Therapy. Dr. Duppler shares her inspiring journey from working as a surgical technologist to becoming a leader in functional physical therapy.…
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Caring Through Crisis: A Deeper Look at Palliative and Hospice Care
In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma sits down with Anne Front, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Advanced Palliative Hospice Social Worker, to explore the emotional, physical, and spiritual dimensions of palliative and hospice care. Anne shares her personal experience as both a…
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The Diet-Mental Health Connection: Why Food Affects Your Mood
Subscribe to the video podcast: Soma Says Youtube Podcast Episode Description: In this episode, Dr. Soma answers a powerful question from her YouTube community: Can what we eat really affect how we feel? The answer is a resounding yes—and she’s here to explain why. Dr. Soma dives into compelling...
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The Great Weight Myth: Why BMI is Broken and What Real Health Looks Like
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaMandalsays/videos In this episode, Dr. Soma hosts Paula Atkinson, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist, who specializes in body liberation and anti-diet approaches. Paula discusses the harmful societal views...
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Stoic Empathy: Rewriting the Rules of Success for Women
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaMandalsays/videos 📌 Episode Summary: In this episode of Soma Says, we sit down with Shermin Kruse, an award-winning writer, attorney, and speaker. From her early life in Tehran to becoming a leading voice in leadership, storytelling…
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The Supplement Storm & Medical Myths: What Your Doctor Won’t Tell You!”
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaMandalsays/videos In this episode, we are honored to welcome Dr. Pooja Mahtani, an expert in functional medicine, nutrition, and wellness. Dr. Mahtani shares her journey from pharmacy to becoming a Medical Science Liaison at BodyBio,...
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The Thyroid Conspiracy: How Mainstream Medicine is Failing You
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaMandalsays/videos In this episode, Dr. Dana Gibbs shares her journey from a board-certified ENT surgeon to a thyroid and hormone expert, driven by her personal battle with undiagnosed hormonal imbalances. She discusses her approach to...
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Music, Medicine and Dr. Malini Sur: The Heartbeat of a Surgeon’s World
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaMandalsays/videos In this episode of Soma Says, we delve into the world of surgical oncology with Dr. Malini Sur, an expert in tumors of the liver, pancreas, and gastrointestinal system. Dr. Sur shares her inspiring journey—from...
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The Work-Life Trap: Why Balance is a Myth & How Women Can Break Free
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaMandalsays/videos In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma is joined by Amalya Tagakchyan, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Untangled Path Therapy in Los Angeles. With over a decade of experience, Amalya specializes in...
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Modern Love and the Mindful Marriage
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaMandalsays/videos In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma sits down with Priyanka Thakan, a certified life coach from Brooke Castillo’s The Life Coach School, to dive deep into the science and strategy of building fulfilling…
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Breast Health Exposed: Myths, Risks, and the Untold Truth
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaMandalsays/videos 🚨 Attention, podcast listeners! 🚨 You won’t want to miss this enlightening episode of Soma Says with Dr. Soma! In this powerful conversation, Dr. Soma is joined by the brilliant Dr. Lauren Ramsey, a board-certified...
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Breaking the Money Taboo: Why Women Should Start Taking Charge of Their Finances Now!
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaMandalsays/videos Dr. Soma invites Melissa Murphy Pavone, a certified financial planner and divorce financial analyst, to discuss the importance of financial planning with a special focus on women's unique financial challenges. Melissa...
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Hormonal Havoc: Confronting the Dark Side of Midlife Eating Disorders
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaMandalsays/videos In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma is joined by Amy Goldsmith, a registered dietician and nutritionist, to discuss the manifestation of eating disorders during menopause and midlife. Amy shares her expertise on how...
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Women Vs. The System: Why Healthcare Fails Us
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaMandalsays/videos In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma interviews Anjana Sreedhar, author of 'Healthcare of a Thousand Slights: Connecting Legacy to Access to Healthcare'. Anjana delves into the historical and ongoing healthcare...
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The Cannabis Code: Beyond the High
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaMandalsays/videos In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma speaks with Dr. Shelly Prasad, a multifaceted healer, chiropractor, and womb shaman. Dr. Prasad shares her remarkable journey of discovering profound healing through the sacred…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A cool medical podcast focusing on women’s health! Grab a seat and catapult yourself into the heart of the most exciting, intriguing, and downright cool world of medicine. Dr. Soma and her guests will share their unique stories and insights and peel back the layers of issues that women commonly face. Just remember, knowledge is power, and it’s ALWAYS ladies first on Soma Says!
HOSTED BY
Soma Mandal, MD
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A cool medical podcast focusing on women’s health! Grab a seat and catapult yourself into the heart of the most exciting, intriguing, and downright cool world of medicine. Dr. Soma and her guests will share their unique stories and insights and peel back the layers of issues that women commonly...
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