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.
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.
Dr. Carolyn Moyers: Validating Perimenopause When Labs Don't Tell the Story
In this powerful episode of GynoGirl Presents, Dr. Carolyn Moyers opens up about her own journey through perimenopause—and how it led her to specialize in menopause care. From mood changes and muscle loss to harmful medical gaslighting, Dr. Moyers unpacks what most OBGYNs still get wrong about hormone transitions.
We discuss the difference between managing menopause vs. perimenopause (hint: the “pesky period” makes it harder), plus practical strategies to support metabolic health, stress management, and symptom relief. Learn about the role of osteopathic manipulation in hormonal balance and how journaling, strength training, and GLP-1 medications can support long-term wellness.
The ADHD Perimenopause Connection & Why Women Get Diagnosed Later in Life | Mandi Dixon
In this deeply validating episode of GynoGirl Presents, therapist Mandi Dixon explores the powerful and often-overlooked connection between ADHD and perimenopause. Together with Dr. Sameena Rahman, she explains why women are often missed or misdiagnosed until their 40s—when shifting hormones strip away the scaffolding that once masked symptoms. From emotional burnout and sensory overload to EMDR therapy, hormone care, and the “ugly perimenopause,” this conversation shines a light on what neurodivergent women need to feel seen, safe, and supported.
Rewriting Your Love Story After 40: Dating Expert Bella Gandhi on Midlife Romance
On this episode of Gynogirl TV, dating expert Bella Gandhi shares why midlife is the perfect time to rewrite your love story. From recovering after divorce or widowhood to dating for the first time after decades of marriage, this conversation tackles modern love with clarity and heart. Learn why “fixing your picker” is more important than swiping endlessly, how perimenopause can spark major relationship changes, and why midlife women have more power—and more options—than ever before.
Dr. Jackie Piasta: Why Perimenopause Can Start at 36
In this episode of Gynogirl TV, Dr. Jackie Piasta breaks down why perimenopause can begin as early as your mid-30s—and why so many women feel “off” long before their periods stop. Lara and Dr. Piasta discuss the real hormonal shifts behind sleep issues, mood swings, and metabolism changes, and explain why most hormone testing is unhelpful during early perimenopause. From the “red wine sign” to progesterone deficiency and smart treatment strategies, this is a must-listen for anyone navigating their late 30s or 40s with more questions than answers.
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dahlia Rice: Aging on Your Terms: Beauty Standards After 40, Breast Cancer Reconstruction & Body Changes
Are we finally done with unrealistic beauty standards? In this eye-opening episode, plastic surgeon Dr. Dahlia Rice joins Dr. Sameena Rahman to talk about aging, aesthetics, and the evolving world of plastic surgery. From “Ozempic face” and long-lasting fillers to upper eyelid surgery, breast reconstruction, and fat transfer, this conversation challenges shame and reclaims autonomy. The message? You don’t owe youthfulness to anyone—but you do deserve to feel good in your skin.
What Do People Really Fantasize About? Dr. Justin Lehmiller Reveals Findings from 10,000 Adults.
Are your fantasies normal? In this mind-opening episode, sex researcher Dr. Justin Lehmiller joins Dr. Sameena Rahman to reveal the truth about what people really fantasize about—based on a study of over 10,000 adults. From threesomes and taboo scenarios to romance and responsive desire, they explore how fantasy reflects psychology, culture, and unmet needs. If you’ve ever felt shame about your desires, this episode offers science-backed validation and practical insight.
Dr. Tiffany Moon on Joy Prescriptions: Reclaiming Joy Beyond Achievement
What happens when achievement isn’t enough? In this raw and insightful conversation, Dr. Tiffany Moon—anesthesiologist, entrepreneur, and author of Joy Prescriptions—opens up about burnout, systemic bias in medicine, her fertility journey, and why success without joy isn’t sustainable. From reality TV backlash to redefining happiness on her own terms, Dr. Moon offers a powerful reminder that joy is not a reward—it’s a prescription for living well.