Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Migraine Heroes
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| Pushing Through Migraine for 20 Years: Jaya’s Story | 23 Oct 2026 | 00:16:30 | |
After nearly 20 years of pushing through migraine, Jaya’s attacks began affecting her work, energy, and life as a mother. She had tried medication, scans, massage, acupuncture, and more but the migraines kept coming. By looking more closely at the small details of her daily routine, Jaya began uncovering clues that had been missed for years. Today, she has far fewer migraines and much more capacity to work, exercise, and enjoy everyday life with her daughter. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn't a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for health-related concerns. | |||
| Migraine and Long COVID: When the Headache Does Not Leave | 21 Oct 2026 | 00:20:51 | |
For some people, COVID ends, but the headache does not. Long COVID can bring a new headache pattern or make an existing migraine condition feel very different. In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores why migraine, fatigue, poor sleep, dizziness and brain fog can sometimes appear together after COVID and why it may help to look beyond the head alone. You’ll learn: 💡 Why Long COVID may trigger new headaches or worsen an existing migraine pattern 💡 Why fatigue, sleep problems, dizziness, brain fog and exercise intolerance may sometimes travel alongside migraine 💡 Why recognizing your new post-COVID migraine pattern can be more useful than assuming your old triggers still explain everything When the pattern changes, understanding what has changed can be the first step toward making sense of your symptoms. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References: Long COVID Headache (Tana et al., 2022): This review describes persistent and new headaches after COVID-19, including migraine-like presentations. Read more here. Headache in COVID-19 and Long COVID: To Know Facts for Clinical Practice (Gómez-Dabó et al., 2023): This review covers the clinical features and management of headache during and after COVID-19. Read more here. Post-COVID Dysautonomias: What We Know and (Mainly) What We Don’t Know (Goldstein, 2024): This review examines autonomic dysfunction associated with post-COVID conditions. Read more here. Long-Term Neurological and Cognitive Impact of COVID-19: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis in Over 4 Million Patients (Elboraay et al., 2025): This analysis examines persistent neurological symptoms, including headache, fatigue, and cognitive problems. Read more here. Post COVID-19 Condition (World Health Organization): This WHO resource defines long COVID and summarizes its common persistent symptoms. Read more here. Migraine and Other Headache Disorders (World Health Organization, 2025): This fact sheet summarizes migraine, other headache disorders, and their global burden. Read more here. This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn't a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for health-related concerns. | |||
| Migraine Triggers You Might Be Missing and How to Spot Them | 19 Oct 2026 | 00:21:52 | |
What if one of your biggest migraine triggers is something you have never thought to notice? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme takes you through a practical “trigger scan”: from sleep, hormones and food to weather, sensory overload, posture and more without turning migraine management into a life of avoidance. You’ll learn: 💡 How to spot less obvious migraine triggers across your everyday routines, environment and body 💡 How to observe patterns without obsessing or eliminating everything and identify the few things that may actually matter for you The goal is not a smaller life built around avoiding triggers, but greater awareness of what helps your body become more stable. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com Few of the trigger episodes mentioned: Indulgence or Insight? What Chocolate, Cheese & Wine Reveal About Your Brain The Fasting Paradox: Why Skipping Meals Can Spark Migraine and Stress Why Red Wine Triggers Migraines for Some People And What Science Reveals Kombucha for Migraine: Healing Tonic or Hidden Trigger? 5 Reasons Why Fragrance & Perfume Smells Are Triggering Your Migraines & What To Do About It When Light Hurts: The Hidden Link Between Screens, Stress, and Migraine Hidden Sugar and Blood Sugar Spikes: The Silent Migraine Trigger This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn't a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for health-related concerns. | |||
| Migraine Affecting Your Eyes? What It Means and What to Check | 14 Oct 2026 | 00:18:16 | |
Seeing flashing lights or strange visual changes on one side does not always mean the problem is coming from one eye. In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explains the important difference between migraine aura and true retinal migraine and why knowing whether your symptoms affect one eye or both can matter. You’ll learn: 💡 Why migraine aura comes from the brain, even when the visual change seems to be on just one side 💡 What makes true retinal migraine different, why it is so rare, and why other causes of temporary vision loss need to be ruled out 💡 A simple one-eye-at-a-time test that can help you describe your visual symptoms more clearly to your doctor When it comes to visual migraine symptoms, one eye versus both eyes can be a very important clue. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn't a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for health-related concerns. | |||
| Ask Diane: Live Migraine Q&A | 13 Oct 2026 | 00:01:03 | |
Have a migraine question you wish you could ask Diane directly? Every other Thursday, Diane opens the door for a small, informal live Q&A, bring your question or simply come and listen. The next sessions are October 22 and November 5, 2026. They are not recorded, so the conversation stays with the people in the room. 👉 To join, register at migraineheroes.com/live | |||
| Migraine and Jaw Clenching: Is Bruxism Feeding the Migraine Loop? | 12 Oct 2026 | 00:25:30 | |
Could your jaw be quietly adding fuel to your migraine attacks? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores how jaw tension, clenching, and TMJ dysfunction may interact with migraine, especially if you wake with headaches or feel pain around your temples. You’ll learn: 💡 How to recognize signs that jaw tension or clenching may be contributing to your migraine 💡 Why teeth and tongue position at rest matter and why a mouth guard may not solve the clenching itself 💡 A simple jaw-reset routine you can try at home to release tension and calm the system Sometimes, a small change in how you hold your jaw can make a surprisingly meaningful difference. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn't a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for health-related concerns. | |||
| Migraine at Work: Should You Tell Your Boss, and How Much? | 07 Oct 2026 | 00:23:26 | |
Should you tell your employer about your migraine or keep it private? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores how to approach migraine disclosure at work in a way that protects your privacy while helping you get the support you need. In this episode, you will learn:
The goal is not to justify your illness, but to create the conditions that help you work well. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References: Identification of Work Accommodations and Interventions Associated With Work Productivity in Adults With Migraine: A Scoping Review (Begasse de Dhaem et al., 2021): This review identifies workplace factors and accommodations associated with better productivity in migraine. Read more here. Migraine in the Workplace (Begasse de Dhaem & Sakai, 2022): This review examines presenteeism, stigma, productivity loss, and workplace migraine programs. Read more here. Migraine in the Workplace: Work Productivity Impact in a Large US-Based Healthcare System Using a Cross-Sectional Employee Survey (Begasse de Dhaem et al., 2025): This study documents substantial migraine-related productivity loss, particularly from presenteeism. Read more here. Migraine Stigma and General Knowledge of Migraine: A Cross-Sectional European Survey (Goadsby et al., 2025): This survey examines migraine stigma and public understanding across multiple countries. Read more here. Migraine and Work – Beyond Absenteeism: Migraine Severity and Occupational Burnout – A Cohort Study (Peles et al., 2024): This study links migraine and greater migraine severity with occupational burnout. Read more here. Legal Aspects of Migraine in the Workplace (Riggins & Paris, 2022): This review discusses workplace accommodation, disability protections, leave, and US employment law for migraine. Read more here. Reasonable Accommodation at Work: Guidelines and Good Practices (European Commission, 2024): These guidelines provide practical guidance for creating individualized and inclusive workplace accommodations. Read more here. This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn't a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for health-related concerns. | |||
| Silent Migraine & Visual Aura Without Headache: Kaleidoscope Vision, Zigzag Lines & Blind Spots | 05 Oct 2026 | 00:27:54 | |
Can you have a migraine without a headache? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores silent migraine, visual aura without headache, and symptoms such as kaleidoscope vision, zigzag lines and blind spots, helping you understand what may be happening in the brain and why these symptoms can feel so unsettling. In this episode, you will learn:
Understand what these visual changes may be telling you, and when they deserve closer attention. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn't a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for health-related concerns. | |||
| 20 Years of Looking in the Wrong Place: Susanne's Migraine Story | 02 Oct 2026 | 00:14:43 | |
For years, Susanne thought her headaches might be a dental problem. By the time she found herself crying in her GP's office, saying "I can't manage this," migraines were coming weekly, and the fear of the next one was shaping her work, her weekends, and her plans. In this episode, she shares how she started to understand her own migraine patterns, what changed when she stopped bracing for the next attack, and why her biggest lesson was learning to trust the process, and herself. Her story comes from our practitioner-guided work, which shaped the method behind the Migraine Heroes app. Today, you can start that same method in the app and see your own migraine patterns. Getting started is free. This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn't a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for health-related concerns. | |||
| Why Migraines After Birth Can Make Postpartum Recovery Even Harder | 30 Sep 2026 | 00:21:57 | |
Postpartum recovery already asks a lot from the body and migraine can make that transition even harder. In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores why migraines can return after childbirth, what may be driving them, and how to better support the body during postpartum recovery. You’ll learn: 💡 Why migraine can return after childbirth, even after improving during pregnancy 💡 Which postpartum headache changes should not automatically be treated as your “usual migraine” 💡 How Traditional Chinese Medicine looks at postpartum migraine through recovery, depletion, and rebuilding the body’s resources This episode is about understanding postpartum migraine in the context of recovery, not just stopping the pain, but supporting the body as it rebuilds. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn't a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for health-related concerns. | |||
| Make Your Desk More Migraine-Friendly: 7 Tiny Upgrades That Can Change Your Working Day | 28 Sep 2026 | 00:22:34 | |
Your desk may be affecting your migraine more than you realize. In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, Diane Ducarme shares seven tiny changes that can make your working day feel easier and more migraine-friendly. You’ll learn: 💡 How light, screen position, noise, and hydration can quietly affect your migraine threshold 💡 7 simple, low-cost desk upgrades you can try without redesigning your workspace 💡 Diane’s special productivity trick and how one simple sheet of paper can completely change the way you work 👉 Download Diane’s productivity sheet, a simple tool designed to help you reduce mental clutter, stay focused on what matters most, and get more done without keeping everything in your head. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn't a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for health-related concerns. | |||
| Migraine, Hormones & Birth Control: Making Sense of the Connection | 23 Sep 2026 | 00:22:07 | |
Can birth control trigger migraines or make hormonal migraines worse? The answer may have less to do with simply having “too much estrogen” and more to do with how your hormones rise, fall, and change over time. In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores the connection between migraine, hormones, birth control, and the menstrual cycle, including why migraine attacks may appear around menstruation or during the hormone-free days of contraception. You’ll learn: 💡 Why hormonal fluctuations and estrogen withdrawal may contribute to menstrual migraine 💡 Why migraine with aura matters when choosing hormonal birth control 💡 What to do if your migraines begin or noticeably change after starting contraception You’ll also learn how different forms of birth control can create very different hormonal patterns and why understanding your individual migraine response matters. If you think your migraines may be linked to your hormones or birth control, this episode will help you know what to track and what to discuss with your doctor. Ask Diane Anything: Live Q&A Have a migraine question? Join Diane live to ask your questions or simply listen. 👉 Register here: migraineheroes.com/live 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn't a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for health-related concerns. | |||
| 3 Strategies to Cope With Migraine Isolation & Feel More Supported | 21 Sep 2026 | 00:18:12 | |
Living with chronic migraine can feel deeply isolating. Pain, unpredictable attacks, cancelled plans, and feeling misunderstood can slowly make your world feel smaller. In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores the connection between migraine, loneliness, social isolation, and support, and how to stay connected without pushing your body beyond what it can manage. This episode is about finding a connection that works with your migraine not against it. You’ll learn: 💡 How to create migraine-safe forms of social connection without exhausting yourself 💡 How to explain what migraine support actually looks like to the people around you 💡 Why supportive relationships can matter more than having a large social circle and how small moments of connection can help you feel less alone You do not need to rebuild your entire social life to feel supported. Sometimes one understanding person, one message, or one small moment of connection can begin to open your world again. Ask Diane Anything: Live Q&A Have a migraine question? Join Diane live to ask your questions or simply listen. 👉 Register here: migraineheroes.com/live 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn't a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for health-related concerns. | |||
| A Quick Note from Diane: Ask Diane Anything | 18 Sep 2026 | 00:01:06 | |
Got a migraine question the podcast hasn’t quite answered for you? Join Diane live for Ask Diane Anything on Thursday, September 24, 2026. Bring your questions about migraine, hormones, sleep, food, exercise or simply come and listen. ✨ Free to attend 📅 Thursday, September 24 🔗 Register at migraineheroes.com/live Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn't a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for health-related concerns. | |||
| Why Perimenopause Is Making Your Migraines Worse and What You Can Do About It | 16 Sep 2026 | 00:27:55 | |
If your migraines suddenly feel more frequent, intense, or unpredictable in midlife, hormonal instability may be playing a bigger role than you realize. In this episode, you’ll learn: 💡 Why fluctuating estrogen during perimenopause can make the migraine brain more reactive 💡 How poor sleep, hot flashes, anxiety, irregular periods, and migraine can reinforce one another 💡 How to track your personal patterns and create more stability during this hormonal transition Perimenopause may feel unpredictable, but understanding your changing rhythm can help you respond with more clarity and confidence. Ask Diane Anything — Live Q&A Have a migraine question? Join Diane live on September 24, 2026 to ask your questions or simply listen. 👉 Register here: migraineheroes.com/live 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn't a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for health-related concerns. | |||
| Migraine and Iron Deficiency: Could Low Iron Be a Clue? | 14 Sep 2026 | 00:21:45 | |
Could fatigue, dizziness, brain fog, feeling cold, and migraine be pointing to something deeper, like low iron stores? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, Diane Ducarme explores the connection between iron, energy, oxygen delivery, brain function, and migraine and why low iron can sometimes be missed when we look only at hemoglobin. You’ll learn: 💡 Why low iron may affect much more than your energy — and potentially make a migraine-prone nervous system more vulnerable 💡 Why ferritin can reveal depleted iron stores even when your blood count appears normal 💡 Simple ways to support iron intake, plus why finding the reason behind low iron matters just as much as replacing it You’ll also discover how heavy periods, blood loss, diet, and absorption can contribute to depletion and why symptoms are often clues worth investigating rather than problems to look at in isolation. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn't a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for health-related concerns. | |||
| From Childhood Migraine to Freedom: Jessica’s Journey | 11 Sep 2026 | 00:14:39 | |
Jessica’s migraine story began in childhood and followed her through major hormonal shifts, perfectionism, motherhood, and years of trying to figure things out alone. She shares how understanding her body differently helped her move from recurring three-day migraines toward greater freedom and why her biggest message is simple: don’t lose hope. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| Why Some People Wake Up Nauseated Before the Migraine Pain Starts | 09 Sep 2026 | 00:16:48 | |
Waking up nauseated can feel confusing especially when the migraine pain has not started yet. In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores why nausea can be an early part of a migraine attack and what it may reveal about the timing of the migraine process. You’ll learn: 💡 Why nausea can begin before head pain — and what this tells us about where a migraine attack may actually start 💡 How sleep, your internal body clock, the hypothalamus, and the gut may contribute to nausea on waking 💡 How to recognize your own early-warning pattern, so morning nausea becomes useful information rather than another unexplained symptom Sometimes, the first sign of migraine is not pain. Learning to notice what happens before the headache may help you understand your attacks much earlier. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| Invisible Pain, Visible Judgment: 50 Ways to Respond When Migraine Is Misunderstood at Work, With Friends, or With Family | 07 Sep 2026 | 00:16:21 | |
Migraine is invisible and sometimes, that makes other people question just how disabling it can be. In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme shares practical ways to respond when colleagues, friends, or family minimize your migraine, offer unwanted advice, or simply do not understand what you are going through. You’ll learn: 💡 How to respond to dismissive comments without feeling you need to justify or over-explain your migraine 💡 How to adapt what you say depending on whether you’re speaking with a colleague, friend, family member, or well-meaning advice-giver 💡 How to protect your dignity and set firmer boundaries when someone continues to diminish your pain You do not need everyone to understand migraine perfectly. But you can learn how to communicate what you need clearly, calmly, and without giving away more energy than the situation deserves. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| Migraine Aura, Scotoma, or Blurred Vision? How to Tell the Difference | 02 Sep 2026 | 00:20:41 | |
Visual changes can be frightening, especially when you live with migraine. But not every blind spot, shimmer, or blurry patch means the same thing. In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme breaks down the differences between visual migraine aura, scotoma, and blurred vision, so you can better understand what your eyes and brain may be telling you. You’ll learn: 💡 How to recognize the typical features of a visual migraine aura, including one surprisingly useful clue 💡 What a scotoma really is and how to distinguish a blind spot from shimmering or blurred vision 💡 Which visual symptoms deserve prompt medical attention, rather than automatically being attributed to migraine A practical episode to help you understand visual symptoms with more clarity and know when they may need a closer look. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| When Grief Hurts Physically: Understanding the Migraine Connection | 31 Aug 2026 | 00:18:44 | |
Grief is emotional, but it can also be deeply physical. Changes in sleep, stress, appetite, energy, and nervous system activity may all influence the way migraine shows up in your body. In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores why loss can affect far more than your mood, and why your brain and body may need time to adapt to a reality that has suddenly changed. You’ll discover: 💡 Why grief can affect your entire nervous system and potentially change your migraine pattern 💡 Why your brain may continue to expect the person, place, or life you have lost to still be there 💡 How Eastern philosophy can offer a gentler way to move through grief, without expecting yourself to simply “get over it” This episode is an invitation to understand grief not as something to rush through, but as a process your whole body may need time to navigate. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| Rebound Headache: When Migraine Medication Starts Feeding the Cycle | 26 Aug 2026 | 00:15:41 | |
When the medication you rely on for relief starts being followed by more and more headaches, it can feel confusing and frustrating. In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores rebound headache, also known as medication-overuse headache, and why frequent treatment can sometimes begin feeding the migraine cycle instead of calming it. You’ll discover: 💡 How to recognize when frequent migraine medication may be contributing to increasingly frequent headaches 💡 Why rebound headache happens in the brain, and why it does not mean you are weak, dependent, or treating migraine “wrong” 💡 How to begin breaking the cycle safely, including one practical step you can take without suddenly stopping medication on your own This episode will help you better understand your medication patterns, recognize when something may be shifting, and approach the next steps with more clarity and support. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| Exercise for Migraine: When It Helps and When It Backfires | 24 Aug 2026 | 00:21:44 | |
Exercise can be one of the most helpful tools for migraine prevention, but when your body is already under strain, the wrong intensity can sometimes push you toward an attack. In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, Diane Ducarme explores why movement can both support and challenge a migraine-sensitive nervous system, and how to find the level of exercise that works with your body rather than against it. You’ll discover: 💡 Why regular movement may help reduce migraine frequency, even if some workouts seem to trigger symptoms 💡 The signs that exercise is exceeding your current capacity and it may be time to slow down or adjust 💡 A simple migraine-friendly movement approach you can try at home without pushing your body beyond its limits The goal is not to exercise harder. It is to find the kind of movement that helps your nervous system become more resilient, without tipping it into overload. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| After a Migraine: The Recovery Work That Helps You Bounce Back | 19 Aug 2026 | 00:16:13 | |
What if recovery is not time lost, but part of what helps your migraine system regain stability? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores why the end of head pain does not always mean the migraine attack is fully over — and why your body may still need time to recover. You’ll learn: 💡 Why post-migraine recovery is biological, not imaginary 💡 How cycling between intense productivity and complete exhaustion may destabilize a sensitive migraine system 💡 How to make recovery feel restorative rather than guilt-filled This episode is a reminder that protecting your energy can be just as important as using it. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| Bloating and Migraine: Coincidence or Clue? | 17 Aug 2026 | 00:16:34 | |
What if your bloating isn’t separate from your migraine—but part of the same pattern? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores the connection between digestive symptoms and migraine, and why the answer may go far beyond simply blaming certain foods. You’ll learn: 💡 Why bloating and migraine may show up together 💡 How your nervous system, digestion, hormones, and migraine pathways may be connected 💡 How to tell whether bloating is random, treatment-related, or a useful clue in your migraine pattern This episode will help you look at bloating differently—not as an isolated symptom, but as another signal your body may be giving you. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| From Episodic to Chronic Migraine: The 8 Quiet Signs Your Pattern Is Changing | 12 Aug 2026 | 00:19:12 | |
What if your migraine pattern is becoming more frequent before you even realize it? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores eight subtle signs that episodic migraine may be moving toward a more chronic pattern—from mild headache days and longer recovery periods to increasing sensitivity and more frequent medication use. You’ll discover: 💡 How to recognize the early signs that your migraine pattern may be changing 💡 Why mild symptoms and recovery days can reveal more than severe attacks alone 💡 How simple tracking can help you understand your pattern and seek support earlier Recognizing these changes is not about creating fear. It is about noticing what your body is communicating before migraine begins taking up even more space in your life. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| When You Can’t Find the Words: Migraine, Brain Fog, and Language Aura | 10 Aug 2026 | 00:15:40 | |
Have you ever known exactly what you wanted to say, but suddenly could not find the words? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores why migraine can disrupt language, memory, and mental clarity. We look at the difference between common migraine brain fog and a possible speech or language aura, including the warning signs that should never be ignored. You’ll discover: 🧠 Why familiar words can suddenly feel unreachable during a migraine 🧠 How to distinguish cognitive slowing and brain fog from a possible language aura 🧠 When sudden speech or language changes require immediate medical attention This episode will help you better understand what may be happening in your brain and respond with greater clarity rather than fear. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| 9 Ways to Reduce Screen Migraines Without Unplugging | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:16:13 | |
Screens are often unavoidable but that doesn’t mean your eyes and brain have to stay overwhelmed all day. In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme shares nine realistic ways to make computers, phones, and tablets easier on a migraine-sensitive nervous system—without giving up work, communication, or productivity. You’ll learn: 💻 How simple screen adjustments can reduce visual strain and sensory overload 💻 How dark mode, reduced motion, clearer text, and better positioning can create a calmer digital environment 💻 How voice tools, movement, and screen-free transitions can give your brain regular opportunities to recover You don’t need to unplug completely. Small changes can help you use technology in a way that asks less of your eyes and nervous system. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| Why You Wake Up With a Migraine: 5 Overnight Triggers You May Be Missing | 03 Aug 2026 | 00:16:43 | |
Have you ever gone to bed feeling fine, only to wake up with a migraine already in progress? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores five hidden overnight factors that may contribute to morning migraine attacks—including disrupted sleep, breathing changes, jaw tension, fasting, and caffeine or medication patterns. You’ll discover: 🌙 Why migraine attacks can begin while you sleep 🌙 How five common overnight triggers may contribute to morning pain 🌙 What the timing and symptoms of your migraine may reveal about its cause Understanding what happens overnight can help you identify patterns, support your body more effectively, and start your day with fewer surprises. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| Why Low Blood Pressure Could Be Contributing to Your Migraines | 29 Jul 2026 | 00:14:34 | |
Could low blood pressure be quietly lowering your migraine threshold? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores how reduced circulation, dizziness, fatigue, and brain fog may all be part of the same migraine picture. You’ll learn why “normal” blood pressure does not always mean your body is getting the steady support it needs. You’ll discover: 💡 Why low blood pressure can set the stage for a migraine attack 💡 How to spot signs that poor circulation may be affecting your head, energy, and focus 💡 One simple at-home way to better understand your monthly blood balance This episode helps you listen to your body’s quieter signals, so you can support your circulation, energy, and migraine resilience with more clarity. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| Migraine revealed at Menopause: Samantha's Journey | 27 Jul 2026 | 00:14:59 | |
The Symptoms Her Doctors Kept Missing For years, Samantha was told her headaches simply weren't bad enough to be migraines, until menopause changed everything. She opens up about the attack that put her on the floor, the diagnosis that finally had a name, and the unexpected thing she learned about herself along the way. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| When Even a Ponytail Hurts: The Hidden Connection Between Scalp Pain and Migraine | 22 Jul 2026 | 00:14:34 | |
Why does something as small as brushing your hair or tying a ponytail suddenly feel painful? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores the hidden link between scalp sensitivity and migraine — and why this pain is not “in your head,” but often a sign of an overwhelmed nervous system. You’ll discover: 💡 Why your scalp can become so sensitive that even gentle touch feels unbearable 💡 How migraine can make normal sensations painful through central sensitization 💡 One simple at-home practice to help calm your nervous system and ease scalp overwhelm This episode helps you understand what your body is trying to tell you — so you can respond with more gentleness, awareness, and support. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| How The PCOS Rename To PMOS Could Change The Way Migraine Sufferers Understand Their Symptoms | 20 Jul 2026 | 00:15:22 | |
What if PCOS was never just about the ovaries, but about a deeper hormonal, metabolic, and nervous system pattern that could also be affecting your migraines? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores the proposed shift from PCOS to PMOS, and why this new name may help migraine sufferers better understand symptoms that often feel disconnected, confusing, or random. You’ll discover: 💡 Why PMOS may help you see hormones, metabolism, and migraine as connected 💡 How insulin resistance, inflammation, stress, and hormone shifts can overlap in the body 💡 One simple step you can try at home to start supporting your symptoms today This episode helps you move from confusion to clarity — so you can better listen to your body and understand what your symptoms may be trying to reveal. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| How Sound Sensitivity Can Turn Everyday Noise Into a Migraine Trigger | 15 Jul 2026 | 00:12:42 | |
What if the sounds everyone else ignores, the dishwasher, traffic, voices, music, or even someone chewing, feel painfully loud to your migraine brain? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores why sound sensitivity is not being dramatic, fragile, or difficult. It may be a sign that your nervous system is already overwhelmed, sensitized, or moving toward a migraine attack. We look at sound sensitivity through both Western neuroscience and Eastern medicine, helping you understand why everyday noise can feel like too much — and what your body may be trying to tell you. You’ll discover: 💡 Why normal sounds can feel intense, painful, or unbearable when you live with migraine 💡 How Western medicine explains sound sensitivity through the migraine brain and nervous system sensitization 💡 How Eastern medicine connects hearing, sound tolerance, and the deeper reserves of the body This episode will help you stop blaming yourself for being “too sensitive” and start seeing sound sensitivity as an important signal from your body. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| Why High Blood Pressure May Be Triggering Your Migraines Without You Realizing It | 13 Jul 2026 | 00:15:10 | |
Could high blood pressure be quietly adding pressure to your migraine brain? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores how blood pressure, circulation, and nervous system stress may play a hidden role in migraine attacks. You’ll learn why migraines may not be just a “head problem,” but a signal that your whole body needs deeper support. You’ll discover: 💡 How high blood pressure may affect migraine-related systems, even without obvious symptoms 💡 Why circulation and nervous system imbalance can make migraines more frequent or intense 💡 Practical steps to support healthier blood pressure and a calmer migraine threshold This episode helps you look beyond the pain and understand what your body may be trying to tell you. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| 5 Signs Summer Heat Is Triggering Your Migraines & How to Stay Ahead of It | 08 Jul 2026 | 00:13:47 | |
Do your migraines seem to flare up as temperatures rise? Summer heat can place unique stress on the migraine brain, often triggering symptoms long before the pain begins. In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explains how heat, dehydration, and sudden temperature shifts can impact migraine sufferers differently—and what you can do to stay one step ahead. You’ll discover: ☀️ Five early clues that summer heat may be contributing to your migraine attacks ☀️ Why hot weather, fluid loss, and temperature fluctuations can affect the migraine brain so strongly ☀️ Simple ways to protect yourself from heat-related migraines and enjoy the season with greater confidence Understanding your body's early signals can help you take action before a migraine fully develops. This episode offers practical insights to help you navigate warmer months with fewer disruptions and more peace of mind. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| 5 Reasons Migraine Sufferers Struggle With Histamine Sensitivity | 06 Jul 2026 | 00:12:19 | |
You're eating healthy foods, choosing fermented products, leftovers, tomatoes, or avocado—yet your migraines seem to keep showing up. Could histamine be part of the puzzle? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores the surprising connection between histamine sensitivity and migraines. Discover why foods that are considered healthy for many people can sometimes become hidden triggers for a sensitive nervous system. You’ll discover: 💡 Why histamine can trigger migraines even when your diet is full of nutritious foods 💡 The five key factors that can make migraine sufferers more vulnerable to histamine overload 💡 Practical steps you can take today to lower your histamine load and better understand your migraine patterns Histamine sensitivity is rarely about one food alone. It’s often the result of multiple factors interacting within the gut, immune system, hormones, and nervous system. This episode helps you connect the dots so you can make more informed choices and feel more in control of your health journey. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, | |||
| Why You Feel Irritated Before a Migraine Attack | 01 Jul 2026 | 00:13:01 | |
Do you suddenly feel emotionally reactive, impatient, or irritated… only to realize a migraine is coming hours later? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores why irritability before a migraine is often a neurological warning sign — not a personality flaw. Blending neuroscience with holistic healing insights, this episode explains what happens inside the brain and nervous system in the early stages of a migraine attack. You’ll discover: 💡 Why feeling irritable or emotionally “on edge” before a migraine is often part of the neurological migraine process 💡 What changes inside the brain and nervous system during the hours leading up to an attack 💡 How to recognize these emotional warning signs early so you can support your body before symptoms escalate If you’ve ever felt guilty, confused, or frustrated by mood changes before a migraine, this episode will help you understand that your brain may have been signaling distress long before the pain arrived. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| Why Migraine Sufferers Become Hyper-Aware of Everything | 29 Jun 2026 | 00:16:42 | |
Do you feel like your brain notices everything — every noise, smell, emotion, light, or tiny body sensation — since living with migraines? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores why chronic migraine sufferers often become hyper-aware and constantly “on alert.” Through a blend of neuroscience and holistic healing insights, this episode unpacks how repeated overstimulation can reshape the nervous system over time. You’ll discover: 💡 Why living with chronic migraines can keep your brain stuck in a heightened state of alertness 💡 How overstimulation may increase sensitivity to noise, stress, smells, emotions, and physical sensations 💡 Simple ways to calm hyper-vigilance and help your nervous system feel safer and more regulated again If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the world around you — or frustrated that your brain seems unable to “switch off” — this episode will help you better understand the protective patterns behind migraine sensitivity. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| The Migraine Hangover Nobody Talks About | 24 Jun 2026 | 00:09:54 | |
The migraine pain is gone… so why do you still feel exhausted, emotional, foggy, or completely drained afterward? In this episode of The Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores the often-overlooked “migraine hangover” phase — also known as the postdrome stage. Blending neuroscience with holistic healing insights, this episode explains why your brain and nervous system may still be recovering long after the pain disappears. You’ll discover: 💡 Why migraines can leave you feeling emotionally fragile, foggy, shaky, or deeply fatigued even after the headache ends 💡 What your nervous system may actually be recovering from during the post-migraine phase — and why pushing through can prolong the cycle 💡 Simple ways to support your brain and help your body recover more gently after a migraine attack If you’ve ever wondered why you still don’t feel “normal” after the migraine is over, this episode will help you understand what your brain may still be processing beneath the surface. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| Why Nausea & Migraines Are Linked Through the Gut-Brain Axis | 22 Jun 2026 | 00:11:34 | |
Why do so many migraine attacks come with nausea, bloating, stomach discomfort, or digestive shutdown? In this episode of The Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores the powerful connection between migraines and the gut-brain axis. Blending neuroscience with holistic healing perspectives, this episode reveals why nausea is not “just a symptom,” but often part of the migraine process itself. You’ll discover: 💡 Why nausea is deeply connected to the migraine process — not simply a secondary side effect 💡 How the gut-brain axis can increase inflammation, stress signaling, and nervous system overload during attacks 💡 Simple ways to calm your digestive system at home that may help reduce migraine-related nausea naturally If you’ve ever felt like your stomach and brain are reacting together during migraines, this episode will help you better understand the deeper connection behind your symptoms. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| 5 Reasons Temperature-Sensitive Brains Struggle Going From Heat to Air Conditioning | 17 Jun 2026 | 00:13:18 | |
Do you feel fine outside in the heat… only to walk into strong air conditioning and suddenly feel dizzy, foggy, or on the edge of a migraine? In this episode of The Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores why temperature-sensitive brains often struggle with rapid shifts between heat and cold environments. Blending neuroscience with holistic insights, this episode unpacks how sudden temperature changes can stress the nervous system and quietly lower your migraine threshold. You’ll discover: 💡 Why rapid temperature shifts can overwhelm a migraine-sensitive brain even when the temperatures seem “normal” 💡 How blood vessels, hydration, and sensory nerves react when moving from heat into cold air conditioning 💡 Simple ways to help your brain feel calmer, safer, and more stable during summer heat or heavily air-conditioned spaces If you’ve ever felt triggered by cold offices, supermarkets, airplanes, or strong AC after being outside in the heat, this episode will help you better understand what your body may be trying to tell you. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| Why Treating Vertigo Anxiety Like “Just Anxiety” Keeps People Stuck | 15 Jun 2026 | 00:13:53 | |
What if your vertigo anxiety isn’t “just anxiety” — but your brain and body reacting to feeling deeply unsafe and unsteady? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores the complex relationship between vertigo, dizziness, and anxiety. When the world feels like it’s spinning, your nervous system naturally shifts into survival mode. But too often, people are told to simply “calm down” without addressing what may actually be happening inside the brain and body. Blending neuroscience with a compassionate, holistic perspective, this episode helps you understand why the cycle of vertigo and anxiety can become so difficult to break — and what true regulation may really require. You’ll discover: 💡 Why vertigo and dizziness can trigger powerful neurological fear responses that feel impossible to “think away” 💡 How to tell the difference between anxiety creating symptoms versus symptoms creating anxiety 💡 What your nervous system may truly need to feel grounded, safe, and steady again This episode is a reminder that your symptoms are not “all in your head.” Sometimes, anxiety is not the root cause — but the consequence of a body and brain struggling to regain balance. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| When Suppressing Your Needs Becomes Physical Pain | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:13:08 | |
Have you ever noticed that the more you suppress your emotions, stay “easy,” or avoid conflict… the worse your migraines become? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores the hidden connection between emotional suppression, people pleasing, and chronic migraine patterns. Through a blend of neuroscience, stress physiology, and holistic healing wisdom, you’ll discover why constantly abandoning your own needs may quietly overload your nervous system and turn emotional tension into physical pain. You’ll discover: 💡 Why always being the “good,” “strong,” or accommodating person can keep your nervous system stuck in survival mode 💡 How suppressed emotions, conflict avoidance, and people pleasing may contribute to migraine patterns inside the body 💡 A gentle shift you can begin today to honor your needs without becoming selfish or disconnected from others This episode is an invitation to stop seeing migraines as “just physical” and start understanding the emotional patterns your body may be trying to communicate. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| 5 Signs Your “PMS Migraine” Might Actually Be PMDD | 08 Jun 2026 | 00:14:43 | |
Do your migraines become unbearable before your period — along with mood swings, anxiety, rage, or deep exhaustion? What if it’s not “just PMS”? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores the often-overlooked connection between migraines and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). Many women spend years believing their symptoms are normal hormonal changes, while their nervous system is actually struggling with a much deeper hormonal sensitivity. Blending neuroscience, hormones, and holistic insight, this episode helps you better understand why your brain and body may feel completely different before your cycle — and what you can do to support yourself more gently and effectively. You’ll discover: 💡 The key warning signs that your “PMS migraine” may actually be linked to PMDD 💡 Why migraines, emotional overwhelm, fatigue, and brain fog can all stem from hormonal sensitivity in the nervous system 💡 Simple ways to better support your hormones, emotional balance, and resilience before your next cycle This episode is for anyone who feels dismissed, confused, or overwhelmed by intense premenstrual symptoms — and wants to better understand what their body may truly be asking for. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| Why Uncontrollable Yawning Is Impacting Migraine Sufferers Before the Pain Even Starts | 03 Jun 2026 | 00:11:38 | |
Why does excessive yawning sometimes appear before a migraine attack even begins? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores one of the most overlooked early warning signs of migraine: uncontrollable yawning. Far from being “just tiredness,” yawning can be a neurological signal that your brain is already shifting into a migraine state long before the pain arrives. Blending neuroscience with practical migraine awareness, this episode helps you understand what your body may be trying to tell you—and how to respond before the migraine escalates. You’ll discover: 💡 How repeated yawning can act as an early migraine warning sign, giving you a chance to intervene sooner 💡 What changes inside the brain during this phase, and why yawning is linked to dopamine and nervous system activity 💡 Simple actions you can take in the moment to calm the migraine cascade and potentially reduce its intensity This episode is about learning to recognize the subtle signals your brain sends before the storm fully hits. Because sometimes, the earlier you listen, the more power you have to change the outcome. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| 5 Reasons Why Fragrance & Perfume Smells Are Triggering Your Migraines & What To Do About It | 01 Jun 2026 | 00:09:20 | |
That perfume, scented candle, or cleaning spray you barely notice… could it be quietly triggering your migraines? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores why fragrances and strong smells can overwhelm the migraine brain and overstimulate the nervous system. From perfumes and detergents to air fresheners and beauty products, we uncover how modern fragrances may impact your brain, hormones, and migraine threshold. You’ll discover: 💡 Why your brain reacts so strongly to certain smells and what it reveals about your migraine threshold 💡 The hidden chemicals in fragrances that may overstimulate your nervous system 💡 Simple, practical ways to reduce scent-triggered migraine attacks This episode blends neuroscience and holistic wisdom to help you better understand scent sensitivity and protect your brain from unnecessary triggers. If certain smells instantly make you feel foggy, nauseous, or headachy — this episode is for you. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| 3 Major reasons why “Healthy” People Still Get Migraine | 27 May 2026 | 00:13:35 | |
You eat well, exercise, drink water, and try to “do everything right”… so why are migraines still happening? In this episode of The Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores why even people with healthy lifestyles can still struggle with chronic migraines. Sometimes the issue isn’t a lack of effort—it’s that your body, brain, and environment may need a completely different perspective. You’ll discover: 💡 Why you may not be missing effort—but missing a different perspective on migraine healing 💡 Why what looks “healthy” isn’t always what your body can truly process or benefit from 💡 How some of the biggest migraine triggers may come from the environment and lifestyle surrounding you every day This episode blends neuroscience, lifestyle medicine, and holistic wisdom to help you rethink what true clarity and balance may look like for your nervous system. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||
| How To Manage Migraines When Night Shifts & Baby or Partner Wake-Ups Ruin Your Sleep | 25 May 2026 | 00:12:28 | |
What happens when your baby wakes you multiple times a night… or your work schedule constantly disrupts your sleep—and suddenly your migraines become harder to manage? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores the powerful connection between broken sleep and migraine attacks. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, healthcare worker, or shift worker, you’ll learn why disrupted sleep affects the migraine brain so deeply—and what you can realistically do to support your nervous system. You’ll discover: 🌙 How disrupted sleep impacts your brain, stress hormones, and migraine threshold 🌙 Practical ways to support your nervous system even when your nights are unpredictable 🌙 A simple daily adjustment that can help your body recover faster from broken sleep cycles This episode blends neuroscience and practical lifestyle strategies to help you better understand your body and reduce overwhelm during demanding seasons of life. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, | |||
| Pushing Through and Migraines — When You Keep Going Anyway? | 20 May 2026 | 00:15:06 | |
What if pushing through isn’t strength but the very thing quietly building your next migraine? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores the fine line between resilience and overload and why your body doesn’t respond well to force for too long. You’ll discover: 💡 How “pushing through” can create a ripple effect in your nervous system, gradually lowering your migraine threshold 💡 The subtle signals your body sends when it needs adjustment—not more effort 💡 How to make clear, in-the-moment decisions: when to continue gently, when to scale back, and when true recovery is the smarter move This episode invites you to shift from force to awareness so you can move forward without triggering the very thing you’re trying to avoid 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References:
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks. We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden. | |||