Fempower Health:
A Women's Health Podcast

“Women have been socialized to accept suffering—from cramps to chronic pain—and that affects how they show up for care.” — Dr. Sharon Malone

Progesterone and progestins are often used as if they mean the same thing — but they’re not. In this episode, two leading hormone experts unpack how this mix-up shaped menopause care, research, and what every woman needs to know about getting the right treatment.

The FDA recently held a rare public hearing on menopause, and experts—including Dr. James Simon—say hormone therapy labels no longer reflect today’s science. In this Fempower Health episode, Georgie Kovacs explores what the FDA heard, why estrogen and testosterone access remain limited, and how these decisions affect women’s real-world care and confidence in their health choices.

“AI is only as good as the data it’s trained on. And right now, women’s health data is dangerously thin. If we don’t fix that gap, AI could end up repeating the same mistakes women already face in the exam room — being overlooked, dismissed, or misdiagnosed. But if we get it right, AI could finally help women advocate for themselves and bring truly personalized care into reality.” – Dr. Nikita Patel

Women are often left to self-navigate a healthcare system full of cracks — especially in midlife. In this episode, Georgie Kovacs speaks with Joanna Strober, CEO of Midi Health, about the systemic barriers in women’s health, from reimbursement to research gaps, and what it will take to drive real innovation.

Longevity for women isn’t about living longer — it’s about living better. Sports scientist Roma van der Walt reveals how wearables, AI, and prevention strategies are reshaping women’s health and what to focus on for a longer, healthier life.

Episode Overview TikTok banned my anatomy quiz. The reason? I showed an anatomically correct clitoris model and asked people to guess...

“Can we fix menopause care if doctors aren’t trained, patients are afraid, and the FDA mislabels essential treatments?” -Georgie Kovacs

Explore how the gut, brain, and hormones interact — from microbiome and chronic pain to ADHD traits and menopause policy momentum.

In the TED Radio Hour episode, Kate Fagan described a dynamic she called “gender bland” commentary: when men cover women’s sports with no depth, no storylines, and no preparation. When those segments fail to attract viewers, the blame is put on the sport itself—not on the flat storytelling. But if the same happened with a men’s game, they’d try again—with better prep, better angles, and better stakes.

The same thing happens in women’s health.

“Many people living with celiac disease have problems with ongoing symptoms despite their best efforts at the gluten-free diet. The immune ‘scar’ in the gut lining that we have described could be contributing to their ongoing symptoms.” - Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick, Oxford University

Doctors have long referred to high-grade serous ovarian cancer as a deadly disease of the ovaries. But research shows that in most cases—up to 70%—these cancers actually begin in the fallopian tubes.

For decades, breast cancer prevention has lagged behind treatment. But this week, two powerful advances signal a turning point in how we detect and prevent disease—not decades from now, but starting today.

Your period isn’t just a monthly inconvenience—it’s a diagnostic tool.In this episode of Fempower Health, Georgie breaks down how period...

Perhaps because we named one of the most important physiological systems in our bodies after one of the most controversial plants in society. - Dr. Stefan Broselid, Founder, ECS Education

Episode Summary: Over 50% of women with chronic vaginal pain considered giving up on care altogether, according to a new JAMA Network...

While genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) may be a mouthful, it’s a term every woman — and every clinician — needs to know.

Episode Summary: Adenomyosis is one of the most underdiagnosed conditions in women’s health. It causes heavy periods, chronic cramping,...

"If you’re thinking that maybe this is normal—it’s not. That’s the time to go in to see a doctor." Dr. Jessica Opoku-Anane

If the data behind AI is incomplete or biased, it won’t fix women’s health—it will reinforce the very problems we’ve been trying to solve.

Hysterectomy is one of the most common surgeries performed on women—but too often, patients aren’t given the full picture.

With a market projected to reach $24.4 billion by 2030, companies, influencers, and medical experts are all vying for attention.

This isn’t just a pause—it’s a chance to reflect, recharge, and ensure that Fempower Health evolves to make an even greater impact.

“Every individual woman has her own risk profile, and we need to focus on providing individualized care.” - Dr. Lisa Larkin

"We need to look after our vulvas and vaginas in the same way as we look after our face. It’s incredibly important." - Dr. Mandy Leonhardt