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Every woman who lives long enough will go through menopause. Why is one of life's most natural transitions shrouded in shame and negativity? Hear women in their (menopausal) prime discuss everything about "the change" your mom was too mortified to share with you and you were too embarrassed to ask your gynecologist. Hosted by Judy D’Mello, Sue de Lara, and Anne Kothari - the first ladies of Generation V

Location:

United States

Description:

Every woman who lives long enough will go through menopause. Why is one of life's most natural transitions shrouded in shame and negativity? Hear women in their (menopausal) prime discuss everything about "the change" your mom was too mortified to share with you and you were too embarrassed to ask your gynecologist. Hosted by Judy D’Mello, Sue de Lara, and Anne Kothari - the first ladies of Generation V

Language:

English

Contact:

917-972-5187


Episodes
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Talking Kink with Samatha Manewitz, CST

9/6/2023
Talking Kink with Samantha Manewitz, an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Registered Social Worker. We discuss BDSM and relationships, role play and etiquette, pain and pleasure. Plus how to talk to your partner about BDSM. VLuv Hub is produced by Anne Kothari and Liz Ilgenfritz Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:30:27

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Radical Sexology with Dr. Lori Davis

8/30/2023
Dr. Lori Davis, a clinical sexologist and menopause specialist talks about radical sexuality and what it means to own your own sexy. We discuss testosterone for libido and the importance to tending, caring and befriending your vagina. For more info... website: radicalsexuality.com instagram: @radicalsexologist VLuv Hub is produced by Anne Kothari and Liz Ilgenfritz Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:28:46

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Sex-Ploration with Goody Howard

8/23/2023
Sexologist and sex educator, Goody Howard, talks about her sexual skill building classes. She explains what her classes are about and what's involve when taking her class. We discuss her Rideology, Lip Sevice , Lick classes and get into sexuality vs. sexuality. Goody Code: VULVA for 20% off all pleasure tools, replays and Goody gear. website: askgoody.com email: info@askgoody.com instagram: @askgoody VLuv Hub is produced by Anne Kothari and Liz Ilgenfritz Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:34:22

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Pelvic Health with Solstice PT Team

8/16/2023
Solstice Physiotherapy Founders, Erica Michitsch and Kara Mortifoglio and their team talk about pelvic health. We discuss sex and the pelvis, who needs to see a pelvic floor therapist and what is involve with physiotherapy for the pelvis. website: solsticept.com instagram: @solsticephysio VLuv Hub is produced by Anne Kothari and Liz Ilgenfritz Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:28:24

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Sex Education with Dr. Rosalyn (Roz) Dischiavo

8/9/2023
Dr. Rosalyn Dischiavo (Dr. Roz), Founder and Director of Institute for Sexuality Education and Enlightenment (ISEE) and the author of "The Deep Yes: The Lost Art of True Receiving". She is also the President of the American Association of Sex Educators. For more info: website: instituteforsexuality.com website: aasect.org book: The Deep Yes: The Lost Art of True Receiving https://a.co/d/bqu1UHM recommended books: Naked at Our Age: Talking Out Loud About Senior Sex by Joan Price Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom by Christaine Northrup, MD VLuv Hub is produced by Anne Kothari and Liz Ilgenfritz Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:33:45

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Meet Rosy for Your Sexual Health with Dr. Lyndsey Harper

8/2/2023
Rosy, sexual wellness plan on an app. Founded by Dr. Lyndsey Harper, a clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M School of Medicine. She is also a board certified OB-GYN that specializes in sexual dysfunction and helping patients with low libido. Rosy offers sexual wellness solutions, it's a platform to explore sexuality, it offers information, resources and support. Rosy is also the only app recommended by doctors. website: meetrosy.com instagram: @meet_rosy VLuv Hub is produced by Anne Kothari and Liz Ilgenfritz Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:33:06

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Pelvic Liberation with Leslie Howard

7/26/2023
Leslie Howard, yogi and author of "Pelvic Liberation", shares her personal experience with pelvic pain. She explains the difference between a hypotonic and hypertonic pelvis and the issues that comes along with it. From incontinence to painful intercourse. website: www.lesliehowardyoga.com book: Pelvic Liberation https://www.amazon.com/s?k=pelvic+liberation+leslie+howard&crid=5LK2Z54KH712&sprefix=Pelvic+liberatio%2Caps%2C1326&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_2_16 VLuv Hub is produced by Anne Kothari and Liz Ilgenfritz Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:31:09

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DiscovHer Health with Founder Jenna Perkins

7/19/2023
We discuss all things vulva. Yes, that includes the anatomy of a vulva and what to look for when examining your vulva with Jenna Perkins, a GYN and Sexual Health specialists. We dive into women's sexual health issues. For more info please visit... Website: discovherhealth.com Instagram: @discovherhealth Podcast: Taming the Taboo VLuv Hub is produced by Anne Kothari and Liz Ilgenfritz Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:30:02

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Menopause Hormone Therapy with Monica Molenaar, co-founder of Alloy

7/12/2023
What's the deal with hormones, menopause and sex? Monica Molenaar, co-founder of Alloy, a telehealth platform for women with menopause symptoms, shares her personal journey with cancer, hormones and why she started Alloy. Alloy also provides solution for women experiencing decrease sexual arousal and libio. For more info please visit: Website: myalloy.com Instagram: @myalloy VLuv Hub is produced by Anne Kothari and Liz Ilgenfritz Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:33:53

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Game, Set, Match: Jackie Meretsky, CEO of Jgame

8/3/2022
Love tennis, care about reducing your carbon footprint and want to look good on and off the court? Then this episode is for you. Jackie Merestky, an ex-meteorologist on network TV, mother of two and an avid tennis player, talks about how her passion for the environment led her to develop Jgame, a brand of tennis wear for women, made with high-quality recycled fabrics that are eco-friendly, locally sourced and ethically made in NYC. VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello and Anne Kothari Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:27:37

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Not Aging Gracefully: Dr. Lexie Peterka

7/27/2022
We all get old, we all get wrinkles. There's nothing we can do about it, right? Wrong. Dr. Lexie Peterka, the founder and CEO of LP Wellness & Aesthetics in New York City discusses non-surgical treatments like Botox, collagen fillers, and a non-invasive PDO thread face lift to help fix sagging tissues. Dr. Lexie also explains what "moon face" is and talks about the need for a health coach when clients appear to be addicted to plastic surgery. VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello and Anne Kothari Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:28:21

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Own Your Sexuality: Liz Ilgenfritz

7/20/2022
When it comes to sex and sexuality, there are so many misconceptions, mixed messages and taboos, it's no wonder we women can't let go and just enjoy it! The thing is, you can. So says Liz Ilgenfritz, a holistic sex educator who offers up a crash course on shame-free sexuality. Why is human sexuality so relevant? How does it relate to relationships as well as the physical act of pleasure? With this holistic approach, we can ultimately own our sexuality and take control of our sex lives. VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello and Anne Kothari Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:30:44

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Prolapse: Dr. Lily Gillespie's Personal Experience

7/13/2022
VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello and Anne Kothari Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:29:52

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New Pathways to Pleasure: Gabriella Espinosa

7/6/2022
Want to befriend your body rather than being at odds with it? Well, Gabriella Espinosa, a menopause mentor and a yoga and somatic movement teacher, is here to guide us on how to connect to our inner wisdom and own our pleasure, power and purpose in midlife and beyond. She explains the practice of somatic movement: deconstructing old arousal patterns and creating new pathways to pleasure in the body. It requires tuning in and really listening to our bodies. And when we do, that’s when we finally connect to our physical needs and live a life that's in full color. VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello and Anne Kothari Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:30:02

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How to Live the Hao Life: Danielle Chang and William Li

6/29/2022
In traditional Chinese households, "The medicine cabinet is the kitchen cabinet," according to William Li, cofounder with Danielle Chang of the Hao Life, a line of Chinese herbal supplements and remedies that's steeped in traditional Chinese medicine but with an entirely modern twist. In this episode, the duo speak to Anne and Judy about the products they developed specifically to combat midlife hormonal changes: Got Game, a supplement for andropause (male menopause) and Balancing Act (for perimenopause and menopause). But there are many other products, too, all science-backed, plant-based herbs to help you live the good (hao) life. VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello and Anne Kothari Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:28:51

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A Fabulous Life After 50: Neelam Kothari

6/22/2022
Is 50 old? Find out from Bollywood legend Neelam Kothari, who speaks from Mumbai, India, with Judy and Anne about her return to acting at the age of 50, after a 22-year retirement. With frankness, she describes how the industry has changed for the better (more women on the set) and for the worse (high-definition cameras that pick up every wrinkle!). She also shares insights about life in a more conservative India and how the word "menopause" is starting to surface in the news and even in Season 2 of her Netflix hit, "The Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives." VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello and Anne Kothari Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:25:46

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Welcome To Your Second Spring: Kate Codrington

6/15/2022
How do I know when I'm in perimenopause or menopause? How can I stay positive during this change when I’m feeling so crappy about myself? Judy and Anne speak with Kate Codrington, a UK-based menopause mentor, activist, podcaster, and the author of "Second Spring: the guide to self-care for menopause." Kate shares her techniques for recognizing the natural life stages women go though, including menopause, which in Chinese culture, is called the “Second Spring.” By listening to your needs and wants, you learn acceptance and kindness, not only towards others, but, more importantly, to oneself. Learn more: https://smart.bio/kate_codrington/ VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello and Anne Kothari Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:28:34

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Sex Life Sizzle (with Sex Therapist Beatty Cohan)

2/9/2022
How do you keep the sizzle in your sex life, regardless of age, menopause, and annoyances in the bedroom? VLuv’s First Lady Sue interviews Beatty Cohan, a nationally-recognized sex therapist and psychotherapist who has been practicing for over 35 years. Hear how to have sex at any age, keep it spicy during menopause and even with erectile dysfunction, communicate with your partner, rule out physical issues, and whether to schedule sex. Learn more: http://www.beattycohan.com/ VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello, Sue deLara and Anne Kothari Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:24:56

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Vaginal Dryness (with Dr. Jill Krapf)

2/1/2022
What menopause symptom is perfect for Dry January? Hello, vaginal dryness. VLuv’s First Lady Judy interviews Dr. Jill Krapf, a Gynecologist and Certified Menopause Practitioner. Hear what to do about vaginal dryness, her advice for tackling painful sex, top vaginal dryness treatments, what you should know about hormone therapy, and Judy’s favorite lubes. Learn more: https://jillkrapfmd.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jillkrapfmd/ VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello, Sue deLara and Anne Kothari Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:27:35

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Menopocalypse (with Amanda Thebe)

1/25/2022
Why can menopause cause weight gain and depression? What should our diet and lifestyle look like during menopause? VLuv’s First Lady Judy interviews Amanda Thebe, Personal Trainer and Bestselling Author of Menopocalypse. Hear what exercise, diet, and lifestyle choices you should make during menopause, how to not “let the old lady in,” how menopause impacts metabolism, how to handle gaining weight during perimenopause, and the benefits of getting out and going for a walk. Learn more: https://amandathebe.com/books/ https://www.youtube.com/c/amandathebex VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello, Sue deLara and Anne Kothari Original music by acloudyskye Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

Duration:00:24:16