When it comes to women’s hormones, testosterone is often misunderstood – and frequently left out of the conversation altogether. But what role does it really play in women’s health? Does it drop at menopause? And can testosterone therapy actually help with symptoms like low libido, energy or mood?

In this episode, Thriving in Menopause host Zoe Meunier talks to Professor Susan Davis – one of the world’s leading researchers on women’s hormone health – to cut through the hype and misinformation around testosterone therapy.

Whether you’re curious about boosting libido, wondering about safety, or just want to separate fact from fiction, this conversation will help you make informed choices about your hormone health.

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How is perimenopause quietly pushing women out of the workforce – and what can be done to stop it?

In this powerful episode, TV presenter, journalist and fierce perimenopause advocate Shelly Horton returns to Thriving in Menopause to lift the lid on what she calls a “hidden workplace crisis.” Drawing on her personal journey - marked by burnout, depression, and nearly quitting a career she loved – Shelly shares how untreated perimenopause symptoms sidelined her professionally and emotionally.

Now the author of I’m Your Peri Godmother and founder of workplace education company Don’t Sweat It, Shelly is on a mission to make perimenopause support standard, not a surprise. From how to start the conversation at work to the workplace policy changes that really make a difference, Shelly breaks down the myths, the data and the practical steps every workplace should take.

Whether you're experiencing the transition yourself or leading a team, this is a must-listen conversation packed with honesty, empathy and evidence. Listen now and share it with a colleague, manager, or friend – let’s make menopause part of the workplace conversation.

Learn more about our amazing guest Shelly Horton at ShellShocked Media.

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What does it mean to reconnect with pleasure, intimacy and vitality during menopause? In this bold and insightful episode, we sit down with Adriene Cobcroft, a clinical sexologist, somatic psychotherapist and trauma therapist, to explore the powerful shift that’s possible when women reframe midlife as a time of sexual and emotional awakening – not decline.

Addie shares her wisdom on overcoming shame, the importance of body-based healing, and how emotional wellbeing and pleasure are deeply intertwined. She also unpacks the transformative potential of somatic therapy and how we can start feeling more confident, connected and turned on – no matter our age or relationship status.

What You’ll Learn:

• Common myths about libido, ageing and desire

• How shame and trauma get stored in the body – and what to do about it

• The role of somatic therapy in rekindling intimacy and self-trust

• Simple, empowering practices to reconnect with your body at home

• Why the best sex of your life could still be ahead of you

• How to navigate intimacy in both long-term relationships and new dynamics

About Our Guest:
Adriene Cobcroft is a clinical sexologist and somatic psychotherapist who specialises in helping women reclaim pleasure, autonomy and embodied wellbeing through all life stages. She’s also part of the sold-out Beaker Street Festival event Come Again: An Evening of Sex and Science. Learn more about Addie’s work via the Beaker Street Festival or her private practice based in Hobart (adrienecobcroft.com).

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