Virago Voices

In this episode, we meet Ingrid!

Tune in to hear our discussions on:

👉 Empowerment through education!

👉 The Pelvic floor - and what symptoms to look out for 

👉 Being an introvert (and the power in knowing your energy!)  

Tune in to hear from the fantastic Virago Ingrid! This episode is all about EMPOWERMENT and that is simply what this podcast is all about! 

Link to Ingrid’s book, “The Musculoskeletal Mystery: How To Solve Your Pelvic Floor Symptoms”: https://pelvicrelief.co.uk/products/the-musculoskeletal-mystery-how-to-solve-your-pelvic-floor-symptoms

In this episode, we meet Ellen!

Tune in to hear our discussions on:

👉 The Gender Health Gap - and the Importance of knowing your body!

👉 Medical Herstory

👉 Women’s health Advocacy - and tips for advocating for your own health! 

Tune in to hear from the fantastic Virago Ellen Anderson! This episode is all about EMPOWERMENT and that is simply what this podcast is all about! 

Link to Medical Herstory: https://medicalherstory.com/

In this episode, we meet the amazing Imogen!

Tune in to hear our discussions on: 

• Starting your own podcast
• Finding your passion, and considering alternative careers - including what it means to be a "Doctorpreneur" 
• Being kind to others!

To find out more about Imogen's podcast: Medisynergy, give her a follow on social media:

Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/show/6UTt0fVAGqIbAjunNz7Zol

In this episode, we meet the amazing Marguerite!

Tune in to hear our discussions on: 

• Healthcare Leadership (and the HLA) - especially at a junior level
• Political Medics - & the importance of non-medical interventions in healthcare
• Advice for balancing work and life - and finding mentors 
• Leveling inequalities 

To find out more about Political Medics, give them a follow on social media:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/political-medics-uk/?trk=public_profile_topcard-current-company&originalSubdomain=uk

Twitter: https://twitter.com/politicalmedics?t=NWHGShT3U_muMVZr48G1nA&s=09

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/politicalmedics/

Website: https://sites.google.com/view/how-to-make-an-nhs/home?authuser=0

Series 3 Episode 4: Knowing your normal

In this episode we talk to Dr Shree.

Series 3 Episode 3: Don't forget the vulva

In this episode we speak to Tash Crosby from Talk Peach. 

Series 3 Episode 2: Get your smear

In this episode we speak to Helen Baker. 

Series 3 Episode 1: Check your boobs

In this episode we speak to Clare O'Neill from Coppafeel. 

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In this episode we talk to the Virago Laura.

Episode 5 of series 2: Topical Insights covers feminism! In this episode we talk to Grace, an A-level student and feminist, who explores the meaning of the word feminist, discusses the waves of feminism and finally explains how we can all be feminists!! We have dedicated this special episode to International Women's day! 

*Trigger warning: This podcast contains discussions on domestic abuse and sexual assault*

Episode 4 of series 2: Topical Insights covers domestic abuse and COVID-19. In this episode we talk to Becca, a 4th year medical student who defines domestic abuse, reports how COVID-19 has impacted domestic abuse and what we can do to help the situation. 

*Trigger warning: this podcast contains discussions on abortion, sex and sexual assault and violence*

Episode 1 of Series 2: "Topical Insights" covers masculinity. In this episode we talk to Joe Strong, a PhD student researching the link between masculinity and women's access to abortion care in Ghana. We discuss what masculinity is, how it is portrayed in the media and how it impacts women's access to healthcare. Hope you enjoy!

If you have been affected by any of the issues mentioned in the podcast, please reach out to someone you trust. Here are some links which may also help. 

Women's aid: https://www.womensaid.org.uk/information-support/

Abortion: https://www.bpas.org/abortion-care/considering-abortion/advice-and-counselling/

Samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org/

Topic 5 of Virago Health covers other methods. In episode 5 of this 5 part series on contraception we discuss other methods:  barrier methods, permanent methods, pull out method (as featured in Bridgerton) and the ring and patch. As always we cover what they do, how they work and the pros and cons of each method. 

Topic 4 of Virago Health covers the pills. In episode 4 of this 5 part series on contraception we discuss the pills, what they contain and how they work. We also go through the pros and cons of the pills. 

Topic 3 of Virago Health covers the implant. In episode 3 of this 5 part series on contraception, there's a special guest - Rhi from Southampton Medical School. Join Rhi as she discusses what the implant is, how it works and how it is inserted. Rhi will also go through the pros and cons of the implant. 

At the end, Victoria discusses the new referral scheme! Refer 1 person for a shout out on the show and an empowering woman book recommendation, refer 15 and you get all of the above plus a free copy of the recommended book! 

Link: https://refer.fm/viragovoices

Topic 2 of Virago Health covers the coils. Episode 2 of this 5 part series on contraception discusses the types of coils, how they act, how they are inserted and the pros and cons. Enjoy!

In this episode we talk to the Virago Emma.

In this episode we talk to the Virago Rachael.

In this episode we talk to the Virago Meghan.

In this episode we talk to the Virago Marina.

In this episode we talk to the Virago Grace.

In this episode we talk to the Virago Rhi. 

**TW: this podcast contains discussions around eating disorders and sexual harassment**

Virago Voices is a podcast about women's empowerment. In this episode we talk to the Virago Amelia.

This is the introductory podcast to the Virago Voices series. I'm explaining what this podcast is about and a bit of background on the term 'Virago'. Hope you enjoy!