What's up ladies, welcome to class! Today I'm joined by therapist, author, coach, and absolute pleasure Kristin Louise Duncombe!

TRIGGER WARNING: The episode and following description detail topics that may be triggering or uncomfortable for some individuals, including childhood sexual assault. Use discretion. Links to crisis hotlines can be found below.

Kristen and I begin our discussion with her latest memoir, Object, a powerful read about being habitually sexually assaulted by her father's colleague and how it affected her life for decades. We dive into the disturbing parallels between the current U.S. political climate and her experience with the U.S. government covering for a serial pedophile in the 80s.

We then venture into toxic beauty culture, including raising the oh-so-important question of how men would see the world if we flipped the script. Even more interesting, we end up in the world of pornography: What does porn teach us about sex? What damaging gender roles are reinforced through it? How is the landscape of porn changing?

Kristin's perspective is profound, having the unique experience of dating both before and after the dawn of internet porn and dating apps.

Ultimately, our conversation advocates for a more empowered and informed approach to women's health, consent, and sexuality. While the topics are at times heavy, we have a fun and hopefully inspiring conversation that will leave you with hope and radical confidence.

Read Object

Check out Kristen's website

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Crisis Hotlines:

The National Sexual Assault Online Hotline

Child Abuse Hotline

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What's up ladies, welcome to class!

Today I'm joined by Camilla Brinkworth, naturopathic healer specializing in plant-based nutrition, gut health, & Pre-Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). We delve into the complexities of PMDD, exploring its symptoms, misconceptions, and the profound impact of trauma on women's health.

Camilla shares her personal journey with PMDD and healing holistically via naturopathy, trauma processing, and nervous system regulation. More specifically, we talk about her favorite modalities, Family Constellations and Rapid Core Healing. (This is really interesting stuff that resonated with me deeply, I hope it does for you as well!)

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PMDD

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What's up ladies, welcome to class! Today I'm joined by Dr. Kristen Cain, a double board-certified OBGYN and fertility physician, reproductive rights advocate, and the number 1 bestselling author of Doctoring Your Life: The Secret to Merging Medicine and Motherhood While Loving Your Life.

In this conversation we're unpacking fertility and in-vitro fertilization (IVF), the unavoidable politics surrounding it, and how women can have it all, but they shouldn't do it all. With over 30 years of experience practicing reproductive endocrinology, balancing family and a busy career, and over a decade of political advocacy for reproductive rights, Dr. Cain shares her perspective, wisdom, and experience.

We also discuss sex education (and how it's actually gone downhill over the last few decades), the importance of fertility for your health and wellness no matter your family plans, and how health insurance has gotten way too powerful.

Women are under attack. Women's health is under attack. Growing anti-woman and anti-reproductive rights attitudes are plaguing the U.S. and costing women their lives. Extremists are calling doctors like Kristen Cain—ones who practice IVF—murderers, despite their entire purpose being the opposite as they help people create life.

It's easy to feel despair in times like these, like nothing you do will help protect reproductive rights, but the hopeful perspective, powerful statistics, and invaluable knowledge shared by Dr. Cain in this episode rekindled my fire. I hope it does for you too!

Find Dr. Kristen Cain below:

Website + Dr. Cain's new book: https://www.drkristencain.com/

Kindbody: https://kindbody.com/team/dr-kristen-cain/

Insta: https://www.instagram.com/drkcain/?hl=en

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-cain-bb57ba75/

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What's up ladies, welcome to class! Today I'm joined by Emma Lyons, a trauma-informed healer and founder of The Trauma Matrix. Emma helps women break up with the shame voice that’s been sabotaging their success, relationships, and visibility for years.

If you've ever wondered how to become a empowered, fully authentic, unf*ckwithable woman, this is the class for you. Emma's work highlights a key misunderstanding when it comes to healing: The "inner narcissist" is not your friend and shame is never a good thing.

Emma shares her journey from recognizing her own inner narcissist to understanding it as a controlling force rather than a protective one. We discuss the historical context of women's shame, the effects of narcissistic family dynamics and societies, and the importance of dismantling these harmful narratives. The conversation emphasizes actionable steps for women to reclaim their power and live authentically, free from the constraints of shame.

Are you ready to reclaim your shameless?

Get Emma's FREE guide: "5 Signs You Need to Break Up with Your Inner Narcissist"

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What's up ladies, welcome to class! Get ready to dive into truth, where experiencing pleasure isn't just a cherry on top—it's the whole damn sundae!

Join me, Autumn, as I chat with the incredible Hani Cheng, a transformational coach who's here to redefine your relationship with pleasure. From that disconnect with your body (that I know us ladies can relate to) to embracing tantra and Taoist practices, Hani's journey is nothing short of inspiring.

Our conversation explores embodied pleasure, conscious pleasure, the societal pressures on women and sex, vaginal reflexology, and more.

We'll explore how reconnecting with your sensual self can lead to liberated leadership and a life filled with authentic joy. And of course, we dive into the ovulatory cycle, how to observe your truth, and how to use that to your ~pleasurable~ advantage, with or without a partner 😉

Grab your notebooks for this one because Hani provides wisdom and tons of actionable steps to begin living a liberated life!

Find Hani and explore more of her work with the following links:

Tantra Singapore Massage

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EXTRA CREDIT! I'm here to share my endometriosis updates. If you're new here, make sure you listen to Autumn's Laparoscopy & Official Endometriosis Diagnosis for the full surgery story.

I received endo excision surgery on June 24, 2025. Now, about 6 weeks later, I've gad two (very different) periods. Tune into this episode to hear about my first and second period post-op, the symptoms I had/didn't have, and the reality of living with endometriosis.

I also have a teensy little breakdown in the middle of the episode (hence the title), so you've been warned! Listen to this if you're curious what to expect after endo excision, suspect endometriosis, or simply like listening to me share my story <3

But PLEASE, always keep in mind that endometriosis is a complex, nuanced disease unique to each individual. Thanks to medical misogyny, we have very limited research on it over the past century. To make matters worse, there is still a LOT of misunderstanding around endo as well. It's a privilege to be able to share my story with you, but never forget that it's unlikely my experience is *exactly* like yours. THAT DOESN'T MEAN YOU DON'T HAVE ENDO!!!

As always, my door is open. If you have questions or need support, DM me on insta @autumnnmariee or TikTok @autumnmxrxx / girlinpain, or email me at thehealthclassshedeserves@gmail.com.

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What if women could have all of their needs taken care of in one place, from gynecological care to beauty and aesthetics, all in one neat package? That's what makes Dr. Meryl Kahan's practice, SheMD, so special—by combining gynecology, aesthetics, and sexual wellness all in one place with a direct care model, women can both look and feel good (without the hassle of health insurance dictating the level of care).

In this conversation, I sit down with Dr. Meryl Kahan to discuss her journey into gynecology, the pitfalls of modern health insurance, the unique healthcare model she has created at SheMD, and the importance of addressing women's health issues, particularly in menopause.

We highlight the stigma surrounding menopause, the misinformation about hormone replacement therapy, and the challenges posed by the current health insurance system.

Dr. Kahan educates us on the direct care model that prioritizes patient relationships and personalized care, emphasizing the need for women to feel empowered in their health journeys (where they often feel silenced). The intersection of beauty and health is often trivialized, but it's more important than ever to challenge the societal norms about aging and appearance.

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What's up ladies, welcome to class!

In this episode, I dive deep into the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine with Dr. Chloe Weber. We explore how ancient practices can empower modern women to take control of their health.

From understanding the ecological balance of our bodies to the impact of environmental toxins, Dr. Chloe shares her insights on creating a proactive model of medicine. We also discuss the importance of listening to our bodies, observing our rhythm, and using natural remedies to address hormonal imbalances.

You'll definitely want your notebooks for this one!

You can find Dr. Chloe and her businesses at the following sites:

https://www.noxiherbs.com/

https://radicalrootsherbs.com/

Noxi offers a unique, modular herbal system based on Traditional Chinese Medicine, designed to support women through every phase of their cycle and every stage of life. Visitors can take our free quiz to discover their individual pattern, get personalized herbal recommendations, and access empowering education to start rebuilding health from the root. It’s where ancient wisdom meets modern hormonal healing.

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