GYNO GIRL PRESENTS:
SEX, DRUGS & HORMONES
Hosted by Dr. Sameena Rahman
Welcome to “Gyno Girl Presents: Sex, Drugs & Hormones,” a candid and enlightening podcast hosted by renowned OB/GYN, Dr. Sameena Rahman. Dive into the complex world of women’s health as we explore topics ranging from sexual wellness to hormonal imbalances and everything in between. Join us as we unravel medical mysteries, debunk myths, and bring you the latest in women’s health research and care.
POTS, MCAS, and the Overlooked Venous System with Dr. Alexis Cutchins
Dizziness when you stand up. Crushing fatigue. Pelvic pain. You’ve been told it’s “just anxiety”—but it’s not. In this episode, cardiologist Dr. Alexis Cutchins breaks down the real connection between POTS, MCAS, and pelvic venous insufficiency. Learn how conditions like May-Thurner syndrome and microvascular disease are often missed in women, and what treatments can change everything.
Menopause, Healthcare Access, and the Myth of Having It All with Dr. Sharon Malone
Dr. Sharon Malone—OB-GYN, bestselling author of Grown Woman Talk, and Chief Medical Advisor at Alloy Health—joins Gyno Girl for a powerful conversation on menopause, racial bias in medicine, and why only 1% of eligible Black women are receiving hormone therapy. From systemic barriers in healthcare to the myth of “having it all,” this episode is an urgent look at what needs to change in women’s midlife care.
Are You Getting All Your Options? The Truth About Hysterectomies with Dr. Kameelah Phillips
Dr. Kameelah Phillips joins us to talk about what most women aren’t told about hysterectomy. From systemic bias in recommendations to sexual function post-op, this episode empowers you with real information and context to make the best decision for your body.
Estrogen Matters: Fighting Decades of Fear with Dr. Avrum Bluming
Dr. Avrum Bluming—oncologist and co-author of Estrogen Matters—shares the decades-long fight to overturn estrogen fear, what the FDA got wrong, and why hormone therapy after breast cancer isn’t the risk you’ve been told. With over 25 studies showing no increased risk, it’s time to replace outdated fear with current science.
80 Million Women Over 40, But Most Still Don't Know Their Options: Dr. Kelly Casperson
With only 4,100 certified menopause clinicians and over 80 million women over 40, the care gap is staggering. Dr. Kelly Casperson—urologist, bestselling author, and women’s health advocate—joins to discuss why grassroots advocacy matters, how culture shapes our menopause experience, and why so many women still don’t know their options. We talk testosterone, estrogen access, and how to reach the women who aren’t online.
PMDD and Perimenopause: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What happens when hormonal mood shifts feel like watching yourself burn down your life on repeat? This episode unpacks PMDD—premenstrual dysphoric disorder—and how it becomes exponentially worse during perimenopause. Learn about diagnosis using DRSP tracking, progesterone sensitivity, and treatment options, including Vitex, Duavee, SSRIs, and promising research on ulipristal. If you’ve ever felt hijacked by your own hormones, this one’s for you.
2025 Women's Health Year in Review: From FDA Changes to Menopause Breakthroughs
A solo reflection on the major milestones in women’s health this year—from estrogen access changes to new menopause care guidelines. Dr. Rahman also shares why she launched a concierge practice in 2025 and what it revealed about the system’s gaps.
What Ozempic Does to Your Sex Drive (Nobody's Talking About This)
GLP-1 meds like Ozempic and Wegovy are transforming metabolic health—but what are they doing to your sex drive? This episode exposes the connection between reward, dopamine, and libido that no one’s discussing. If you’ve felt different on these meds, you’re not imagining it.
Lichen Sclerosis: A Patient's Story from Misdiagnosis to Treatment Success
What happens when doctors tell you your pain is “all in your head”? Jess shares her emotional and empowering story of navigating lichen sclerosis, fighting for answers, and reclaiming her health after misdiagnosis.
Trauma, PTSD, Childbirth Trauma, and Sexual Dysfunction with Erika Kelley
Award-winning psychologist Erika Kelley joins GynoGirl Presents to explore how trauma—from childbirth or past experiences—can live in the body and disrupt sexual health. From “smiling PTSD” to pelvic floor dysfunction, this powerful conversation dives into the mind-body connection, real treatment options, and how to reclaim your health after trauma.
Episode 100: A Major Win for Women's Health & Answers to Your Top Questions
In this 100th episode, we reflect on a major win in women’s health—the FDA’s removal of the boxed warning on vaginal estrogen. Join host Dr. Sameena Rahman and NP Karen Bradley as they answer your top questions about perimenopause, libido, UTIs, weight gain, GLP-1 meds, and why talking to your partner about sex matters more than ever.
Why Stress Management Actually Changes Your Biology | Dr. Noor Al-Humaidhi
Stress isn’t just in your head—it rewires your biology. Dr. Noor Al-Humaidhi shares how stress affects blood sugar, sleep, hormones, and long-term health, and why women need whole-person solutions during midlife. From glucose monitors to weightlifting, this episode is a guide to reclaiming your well-being.
Take Back Your Health: Longevity Medicine and Starting Early to Optimize Your Menopause Transition | Dr. Jila Senemar
Dr. Jila Senemar, a Miami OB‑GYN blending longevity medicine with menopause care, explains why women should start optimizing their health in their 30s—not wait for symptoms in their 50s. She breaks down the biomarkers most doctors miss, why muscle—not cardio—is the foundation of midlife health, and how protein, peptides, and personalized prevention can change the trajectory of menopause. This episode is a roadmap for any woman ready to take a proactive, science‑based approach to her future health.
Dr. Arthur Burnett, The Viagra Pioneer, on How Men's Sexual Health Problems Affect Their Partners
Dr. Arthur “Bud” Burnett, the pioneering urologist whose nitric oxide research helped lead to Viagra, joins the show to discuss the real impact of men’s sexual dysfunction—not just on the men themselves, but on their partners. From Peyronie’s disease to post-prostate cancer intimacy challenges, Dr. Burnett offers a holistic view of male sexual medicine and why dismissing concerns can hurt both sides of a relationship. This conversation also explores racial disparities in men’s healthcare and how couples can advocate for better, more comprehensive treatment.
Understudied and Dismissed: Women's Heart Health and the Work Being Done to Change It
In this episode of GynoGirl Presents, Dr. Jackie Piasta unpacks the overlooked connection between menopause and cardiovascular disease. From rising blood pressure to microvascular dysfunction (INOCA), she explains why symptoms in women are often dismissed—and what newer guidelines and testing methods are revealing. Recorded on the anniversary of her mother’s death from a heart attack, this episode is both deeply personal and packed with lifesaving insight.
Making Sex a Conversation, Not a Secret | Dr. Jennifer Litner
Dr. Jennifer Litner joins GynoGirl to unpack how sexual shame develops, how to talk openly about desire and intimacy in relationships, and why early, shame-free sex education matters. Whether you’re navigating your own wellness, raising kids, or working in healthcare, this conversation offers real tools for healthier communication and connection.
The Hidden Cost of Prevention: Menopause, Genetics, and the Previvor Journey
What happens when you remove your ovaries to prevent cancer—without a hormone plan in place? In this episode, we unpack the hidden costs of surgical menopause and the vital role of estrogen for previvors with genetic mutations like BRCA or CHECK2.
Inside the GSM Collective: Why Pelvic Floor Therapy is Essential for Women's HealthIf
What happens when pelvic floor therapy, concierge gynecology, and a collaborative care model come together under one roof? In this episode, Dr. Sameena Rahman, Karen Bradley NP, and Grace Prete PT share how they created the GSM Collective to deliver truly integrative care for complex pelvic pain, GSM, and beyond.
How a Family Cancer Diagnosis and a Malawi Patient Led Dr. Rachel Pope to Sexual Medicine
A sister’s cancer journey. A patient in Malawi. And a question that changed everything: “Can you fix my vagina?” In this powerful episode, Dr. Rachel Pope shares how her global work and personal experiences revealed a massive void in gynecology’s approach to sexual health—and how she’s reshaping the field from Cleveland to Sub-Saharan Africa.
Preparing Millennials for the Next Phase: Perimenopause and Beyond with Lauren Tetenbaum
On this episode of GynoGirl Presents, therapist and author Lauren Tetenbaum shares her journey from reproductive rights lawyer to writing Millennial Menopause. Lauren opens up about the lack of education around perimenopause, the harmful “too young” myth, and how normal labs often leave women dismissed by providers.
Together, we explore how perimenopause collides with major millennial life transitions—career pivots, shifting identities, and evolving relationships—and why many women experience midlife clarity rather than a midlife crisis once symptoms are addressed. Lauren also highlights the mental health impact of hormonal change, the postpartum–perimenopause connection, and practical tools like box breathing, cold water resets, and grounding exercises. This episode is a guide for millennials who want to be prepared—not blindsided—by perimenopause.