Explore every episode of the podcast Speaking of Women's Health
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| Here’s How to Build Collagen the Smart Way | 05 Nov 2025 | 00:17:30 | |
Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker unpacks what collagen actually is, why production slows with age and menopause, and how to protect and build it with food and daily habits. She weighs the evidence on collagen supplements, shares safety guardrails, and lays out a practical plan for skin, joints, and bones. Then she moves to the plate. Dr. Thacker lists the collagen-rich foods like bone broth, chicken skin, and fish skin, plus the nutrients that actually drive collagen synthesis: complete protein, vitamin C, zinc, and copper. | |||
| Navigating Menopause and Hormone Therapy After Breast Cancer with Dr. Corinne Menn | 29 Oct 2025 | 00:37:29 | |
Breast cancer survivors are sometimes told to endure the fallout of estrogen deprivation. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host sits down with Dr. Corinne Menn, a long‑term breast cancer survivor, to unpack what real, evidence‑based menopause care looks like for breast cancer survivors, high‑risk women, and BRCA previvors—without fear and without shame. For more information on Dr. Corinne Menn, visit drmenn.com. | |||
| The Silent Threat: Understanding Ovarian Cancer | 02 Sep 2025 | 00:31:25 | |
Ovarian cancer, the second most common gynecologic malignancy, can be cured 90-95% of the time when caught early. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host talks through the risk factors like family history, BRCA gene mutations, obesity, and personal reproductive factors that are essential for early detection and prevention. Please follow the Speaking of Women's Health podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Remember Be Strong, Be Healthy, and Be in Charge! | |||
| Gender Matters: Heart Disease in Women | 05 Feb 2024 | 00:45:38 | |
February is Heart Health Month and Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker breaks down how heart disease is different in women compared to men. She shares what symptoms women experience with cardiovascular disease, the importance of estrogen for women after menopause and how to be heart healthy. | |||
| Seeing the Dentist at an Early Age Can Lead to a Lifetime of Healthy Smiles | 29 Jan 2024 | 00:36:25 | |
Rachel Rosen, DDS joins Holly Thacker, MD in the Sunflower House to talk about the importance of caring for your little ones teeth and seeing the dentist starting at a young age. Dr. Rosen specializes in pediatric dentistry, airway dentistry, and Myofunctional therapy. She works with local lactation consultants, Myofunctional therapists, chiropractors, speech therapists, orthodontists, and other experts to support her patients in achieving the best outcomes. | |||
| Tips For Scheduling A Doctor's Appointment | 22 Jan 2024 | 00:13:36 | |
Guest Podcast Host Sylvia Morrison shares Dr. Thacker's insider tips on how to be best prepared for doctor appointments and how to make the best use of the time you have with the doctor. | |||
| Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Q&A With Dr. Ula Abed | 15 Jan 2024 | 00:44:29 | |
Dr. Ula Abed Alwahab joins Dr. Holly Thacker in the Sunflower House to talk about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Dr. Abed discusses common PCOS symptoms treatment options and lifestyle modifications. | |||
| Cervical Cancer Awareness | 10 Jan 2024 | 00:37:39 | |
Dr. Sharon Sutherland joins Host Dr. Holly Thacker in the Sunflower House to raise awareness about cervical cancer screening and prevention in honor of January being Cervical Cancer Awareness Month.
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| Women's Health Update From Dr. Thacker | 08 Jan 2024 | 00:37:25 | |
You don't want to miss this episode! Executive Director of Speaking of Women's Health and host of the SWH Podcast shares the latest and greatest in women's health. Everything you didn't know you needed to know about women's health! | |||
| Celebrating 2024 With A Kick Off To Season 2! | 01 Jan 2024 | 00:34:46 | |
Host Holly Thacker, MD rings in the New Year with Season 2 of the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast! | |||
| What You Need To Know About End Of Life Planning | 29 Dec 2023 | 00:41:13 | |
Holly L. Thacker, MD talks with guest Dr. Silvia Perez-Protto about end of life care. Dr. Perez-Protto discusses how to make this topic more comfortable for your loved ones and how planning for your death is an important part of your life.
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| Part 2: The Latest Updates In Menopause With Rachel Novik, DO | 24 Dec 2023 | 00:30:50 | |
Dr. Rachel Novik shares highlights from the 2023 Menopause Society Meeting. In part two of this Podcast series, Dr. Novik discusses the latest medications, cancer screening guidelines and osteoporosis therapy. | |||
| The Latest Updates In Menopause: Part 1 With Madeline Cohn, DO | 19 Dec 2023 | 00:23:14 | |
Dr. Madeline Cohn sits down with Host Holly Thacker, MD to discuss the highlights from the 2023 Menopause Society Meeting. Dr. Cohn shares updates on cardiovascular health, cognitive health, sexual health, menopause treatments, and combating medical misinformation in menopause. | |||
| Are You Getting the Necessary Omega Fatty Acids? | 27 Aug 2025 | 00:36:05 | |
Could balancing your omega-3 and omega-6 intake be the key to better health and wellness? Discover how omega fatty acids play a pivotal role in our lives as host Dr. Holly Thacker unravels everything you need to know about omega fatty acids. Join us as we explore the remarkable benefits of omega-3 fatty acids on conditions ranging from depression to cardiovascular and neurodegenerative disorders. Dr. Thacker addresses the challenges of achieving adequate omega-3 intake solely through diet and the potential necessity of supplements, especially for vegetarians. | |||
| Why Some Women Experience Dizziness and Headaches | 14 Dec 2023 | 00:33:11 | |
Host Holly L. Thacker, MD discusses why women experience dizziness and how it can be related to headaches and other conditions. She also shares why we shouldn't use those earbuds at such a high volume and more tips. | |||
| Why You May Be Feeling More Tired Lately | 09 Dec 2023 | 00:12:45 | |
So are you feeling more tired lately? Women tend to think that feeling tired is just a normal side effect from being busy or taking on too many responsibilities. However, if you live a healthy lifestyle and are generally healthy, you should not be bothered by daily fatigue. There is often an underlying cause of daily fatigue. | |||
| How To Eat Healthy During The Holidays | 04 Dec 2023 | 00:27:33 | |
Want to improve the way you eat during the holidays and in the new year? Guest podcast host Leigh Klekar shares ways to get started on eating healthy and foods not to eat before bed. | |||
| Tis The Season For Giving Back: Inspiration From A Real Fairy Godmother | 30 Nov 2023 | 00:25:16 | |
Join Host Holly Thacker, MD as she interviews Lisa Strmac Margolis about her fundraising initiatives and her inspiration for giving back to others. | |||
| Stress Relief: Ways To Handle Life's Stressors | 25 Nov 2023 | 00:22:05 | |
This time of year can put a lot of stress on women, trying to make the holidays perfect for those around them. | |||
| Why Showing Gratitude Is Good For Your Health | 20 Nov 2023 | 00:22:59 | |
Practicing gratitude increases happiness and optimism while decreasing the risk of anxiety and depression. Host Holly Thacker, MD expresses her gratitude in this episode and shares ways you can show your gratitude this Thanksgiving and reap all the health benefits. | |||
| The Best Exercises For Women To Help With Weight Loss | 15 Nov 2023 | 00:10:58 | |
Guest Podcast Host Sylvia Morrison shares the best exercises for women that will help with weight loss and increase muscle mass. | |||
| Female Attorney Shares What To Do When It Comes To Divorce | 10 Nov 2023 | 00:33:59 | |
Eva Saulnier, Attorney at Law at Zashin & Rich joins the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast to share tips and advice for women when it comes to divorce, custody and all aspects of domestic relations. | |||
| Tips To Finding Work Life Balance | 05 Nov 2023 | 00:26:50 | |
Guest host and Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Executive Producer Leigh Klekar shares tips on how to find balance when it comes to managing all aspects of life including work, home, kids and everything else women try to conquer. | |||
| Tips For a Fun and Safe Halloween | 31 Oct 2023 | 00:39:25 | |
Enjoy this spooky Halloween podcast episode from Host Holly L. Thacker, MD. Dr. Thacker discusses tips for kids and adults to have a fun, healthy and safe Halloween. Plus, she shares the perfect fall recipes. | |||
| Skincare Secrets for Beautiful, Healthy Skin | 20 Aug 2025 | 00:57:23 | |
Join Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Holly Thacker, MD, for secret skincare tips from dermatologists and other experts for younger, healthier skin. Did the summer sun dry out your hair and skin? This episode is filled with ways to get rid of sun spots, improve split ends and bring a glow to your skin. | |||
| Menopause and Breast Cancer: What is the Connection? | 26 Oct 2023 | 00:30:23 | |
The risk of developing breast cancer increases with age. Host Holly Thacker, MD discusses what women need to know about the connection between menopause and breast cancer. | |||
| Bioidentical Hormones - Why They're Not Better | 21 Oct 2023 | 00:31:29 | |
The media and celebrity endorsements have promoted a number of misconceptions about the risks and benefits associated with the various forms of Bioidentical Hormone Therapy (BHT). | |||
| What You Need To Know When Starting Hormone Therapy | 16 Oct 2023 | 00:28:26 | |
Nurse Alexandria Delasantos joins guest host Leigh Klekar on the Speaking of Women's Health podcast to discuss the eight most common questions women have when starting menopausal hormone therapy. | |||
| History of SWH: Founder Dianne Dunkelman Shares Her Story | 11 Oct 2023 | 00:42:51 | |
Host Holly Thacker, MD speaks with Speaking of Women's Health (SWH) Founder and Chief Strategist Dianne Dunkelman about the women's health program. | |||
| Updates in Primary Care, Women's Health and Behavioral Medicine | 06 Oct 2023 | 00:20:32 | |
Dr. Amy Morrison Zack joins Dr. Thacker on the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast to talk about an upcoming CME-certified event, Primary Care +: Updates in Primary Care, Women's Health and Behavioral Medicine. | |||
| How To Stay Healthy During Cold and Flu Season | 01 Oct 2023 | 00:33:39 | |
Host Holly Thacker, MD shares tips and tricks to help fight colds, flu and more respiratory viruses. Tune in to hear what she recommends to her patients to stay healthy this cold and flu season. | |||
| Behind the Scenes of the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast | 26 Sep 2023 | 00:29:22 | |
Curious as to how things work behind the scenes at Speaking of Women's Health? | |||
| Blood Clots in Women | 21 Sep 2023 | 00:33:39 | |
Host Dr. Holly Thacker interviews Dr. Tiffany Cochran to discuss everything you wanted to know about blood clots in women. Dr. Cochran is a recent graduate of Dr. Thacker's Women's Health Fellowship Program and is now a General Internist/Women's Health Specialist at BJHCHS. | |||
| Omega-3s: Should You Take A Supplement? | 16 Sep 2023 | 00:15:46 | |
Omega-3 fatty acids help maintain cell membranes and aid in brain function. But if you are taking omega-3 fish oil capsules rather than eating foods high in omega-3s, are you getting the same benefit and are there any negative side effects? | |||
| What Everyone Should Know About Breast Cancer: An Interview with Holly Pederson, MD | 12 Sep 2023 | 00:46:46 | |
Director of Medical Breast Services at Cleveland Clinic Holly Pederson, MD talks with Host Holly Thacker, MD about the latest breast cancer research and everything you need to know about hormone therapy, treatments, genetic testing and more. | |||
| Preserving Your Cognitive Health As You Age | 13 Aug 2025 | 00:39:44 | |
The battle against cognitive decline begins long before memory problems appear. Dr. Holly Thacker delivers a fascinating deep dive into the nutrients and supplements proven to protect your brain as you age, with startling revelations about how women's brains age differently than men's. | |||
| The MIND Diet & MTHFR - How They Play Key Roles In Physical and Mental Health | 08 Sep 2023 | 00:42:19 | |
The MIND diet (Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay) is a combination of two well-studied dietary approaches - the Mediterranean diet and DASH (Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension) - with some modifications. Humans contain two copies of each gene, one from the father and one from the mother, which are referred to as the alleles of a gene. One allele mutation, which occurs in 50% of the population makes it more likely that you will have migraine headaches or other low serotonin medical problems like:
Host Holly L. Thacker, MD discusses how to put the MIND Diet in action and how to treat MTHFR. | |||
| Happy Labor Day! Pregnancy and Labor Tips | 04 Sep 2023 | 00:31:26 | |
Host Holly L. Thacker MD is also taking this opportunity to share important pregnancy tips, including navigating nausea, necessary screenings and "labor" tips. | |||
| What Is The Women's Health Fellowship? | 25 Aug 2023 | 00:33:07 | |
Host Holly L. Thacker MD interviews Chad Schlesinger, Senior Program Manager for OB/Gyn Education at the Cleveland Clinic . | |||
| Migraine Headaches and What To Do About Them | 21 Aug 2023 | 00:35:49 | |
Fellow migraine sufferer and Podcast Host Holly Thacker MD talks migraines and how to know if you are having a migraine and what treatment can help. | |||
| Is Your Skin Condition Rosacea? | 14 Aug 2023 | 00:30:06 | |
Rosacea is often confused with facial acne, so many do not seek medical treatment. | |||
| Dry Eyes Symptoms & Causes and How To Get Relief | 07 Aug 2023 | 00:22:34 | |
Dry eyes frequently lead to eye discomfort, lower eyesight and reduced quality of life, particularly for people over age 50. | |||
| Maintaining a Sense of Purpose in Retirement | 31 Jul 2023 | 00:28:37 | |
Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host and Executive Director Holly L. Thacker MD talks with her dear friend and future guest podcaster Sylvia Morrison. | |||
| Herbs and Spices For Better Health | 24 Jul 2023 | 00:25:31 | |
Host Holly Thacker MD talks about how spices and herbs can be used as medicine, how they can improve certain medical conditions and how they can improve skin and your overall health. | |||
| The Three Stages of Menopause | 17 Jul 2023 | 00:21:39 | |
Did you know that there are three stages of menopause? And do you know when you enter and end these stages? Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Holly L. Thacker MD talks all about the different stages of menopause and how to know when menopause is actually starting. | |||
| Vulva and Vaginal Care Tips | 10 Jul 2023 | 00:19:33 | |
Host Holly L. Thacker MD shares why it's important for a woman to properly care for their vulva and vaginal area. She also discusses tips like not using fabric softener sheets with your underwear. | |||
| A Nurse's Insider Tips for Surgery Success | 06 Aug 2025 | 00:41:58 | |
Nurse Samantha Graham joins Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker to share her expansive nursing knowledge and provide essential guidance on preparing for surgery and breastfeeding success. Sam offers both professional insights and personal experiences to help patients navigate important healthcare moments with confidence.
Visit speakingofwomenshealth.com for additional resources on breastfeeding and preparing for surgery. | |||
| Dr. Alexa Fiffick is Terrific! | 06 Jul 2023 | 00:38:40 | |
Dr. Alexa Fiffick is joining the world of concierge medicine, but before she does, she talks with her mentor and Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker about her experience as a Women's Health fellow at Cleveland Clinic. | |||
| The Latest On Weight Loss Medications | 03 Jul 2023 | 00:42:28 | |
Host Holly L. Thacker MD shares the latest and greatest weight loss medications. Dr. Thacker discusses when a woman should consider medication for weight loss and other important tips. | |||
| When To See A Certified Nurse Practitioner | 30 Jun 2023 | 00:34:50 | |
Host Holly L. Thacker MD interviews CNP Dana Leslie from the Cleveland Clinic. Dana discusses when you can see a CNP instead of your doctor and the different types of IUDs available. | |||