⚡️IS IT TIME FOR A HORMONAL REVOLUTION MENOPUNNNK STYLE?⚡️ In this episode host Alicia J. Rose dives into a wildly informative conversation with the ever delightful Allison Wolfe of Riot GRRRL legends Bratmobile, plus a special pop-in by menopause specialist and HRT/meno/cancer advocate Nikki Kuehl NP. We get into the origins of Riot Grrrl and Bratmobile, doing the splits at 50, Allison’s own HRT journey - including a live testosterone sampling - and how hormonally optimizing GENX could change the world! ⚡️SUBSCRIBE NOW ⚡️ ⚡️DISTRIBUTED BY RUINOUS MEDIA ⚡️ ⚡️❤️‍🔥 MENOPUNKS IS A MISINFORMATION SHATTERING FEATURE DOCUMENTARY AND PODCAST ABOUT PERI/MENOPAUSE AND THE CREATIVE PROCESS SEEN THROUGH THE LENS OF DEFIANT GENX MUSICIANS, TRAILBLAZING DOCTORS AND OPINIONATED CELEBRITY ICONS ⚡️ ⚡️GET ON THE MENOPUNKS LIST & SUPPORT ⚡️ ⚡️Allison Wolfe⚡️ ⚡️BRATMOBILE ⚡️ ⚡️NIKKI KUEHL NP/BONFIRE WELLNESS ⚡️ Long description: In this episode of the Menopunks podcast, host Alicia J. Rose welcomes musician Allison Wolfe to discuss her journey in the music industry, the impact of the Riot Grrrl movement, and the challenges of navigating midlife and menopause. Joined by nurse practitioner Nikki Kuehl they explore the importance of hormone therapy, women's health advocacy, and the evolving landscape of creativity in midlife. The conversation highlights the significance of friendship, collaboration, and the need for proper healthcare for women as they transition into this new phase of life. In this engaging conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of hormone therapy, discussing the importance of understanding hormone levels, the role of progesterone and testosterone, and the impact of these hormones on women's health. They share personal stories, including experiences with cancer and hormone therapy, and explore innovative treatments like 'scream cream.' The discussion emphasizes the need for women to advocate for their health and the potential societal benefits of hormonal optimization. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Metapunks Podcast and Guests 02:46 Allison Wolfe: Musical Journey and Influences 05:58 The Riot Grrrl Movement and Its Impact 08:51 Songwriting Process and Band Dynamics 12:03 Memories of Early Performances and Festivals 14:52 The Role of Community in Music 17:44 Empowerment Through Music and Feminism 20:55 Transitioning to Midlife and Menopause 23:55 Introducing Nikki: A Nurse Practitioner Perspective 28:30 Navigating Menopause: Personal Experiences and Challenges 36:37 Hormone Replacement Therapy: A Journey to Relief 45:14 Understanding Hormone Therapy: Dosage and Effectiveness 55:31 Navigating Hormone Adjustments 56:39 Understanding Hormone Levels 01:00:04 The Role of Progesterone 01:01:38 Exploring Testosterone Options 01:04:07 The Controversy of Testosterone Prescriptions 01:05:42 Scream Cream: A New Frontier 01:11:35 Exploring Scream Cream and Women's Sexual Health 01:14:31 The Impact of Hormone Therapy on Well-being 01:18:25 Navigating Hormone Therapy and Cancer Risks 01:23:29 Revolutionizing Women's Healthcare and Hormonal Optimization 01:27:24 Empowering Women Through Hormonal Awareness

Peri/menopause with a side of punk. Filmmaker Alicia J. Rose teams up with Dr. Aoife O’Sullivan to rip the hush-hush label off menopause and perimenopause — the wild hormonal ride that half the population endures but few discuss honestly. Aoife shares how her own hormonal crash turned her from a by-the-book doctor into a passionate women’s health advocate. Together, she and Alicia call out medical gaslighting, untangle the fallout from the Women’s Health Initiative, and torch the fear-mongering myths around hormone therapy. They also take on the cultural cringe around aging, the patriarchy baked into modern medicine, and the rise of Menopunks— a rebellious movement urging women to reclaim their health, their voices, and their power. Funny, frank, and fiercely human, this conversation isn’t just about hormones — it’s about starting a revolution. Menopunks Dr. Aoife O’Sullivan The Dusty Muffins Podcast

I’m filmmaker and musician Alicia J. Rose, and I want to empower women with the energy to start a revolution. By 2030, one billion women will be in menopause. One. Billion. Imagine if every man’s balls fell off by 50 — you think the world would stay quiet about that? Welcome to menopause: complete hormonal castration. And perimenopause? She’s the chaotic, b*tchy opening act that none of us can escape. The worst part? We’re seeking help from a medical system that keeps spreading the lie that hormone replacement therapy causes breast cancer — misinformation that’s been harming women’s health since 2002. That’s why I’m making MENOPUNKS — a feature documentary and podcast about menopause, perimenopause, quality of life and the creative process. It’s time to set the record straight about HRT, and give people the tools to advocate for their bodies, their energy, and their sanity. Because women can’t do good if they don’t feel good. Because gender-affirming care is a human right. And because it’s way past time to reclaim our health and raise some hell — as MENOPUNKS. So join me as I pull back the curtain on the filmmaking journey, swap stories with incredible musicians, artists, and menopause experts, and expose one of the biggest medical cover-ups in modern history. Are you a MENOPUNK? LFG⚡️ MENOPUNKS