In this electrifying episode of Women Mastering Midlife, Victoria Byrd sits down with filmmaker, photographer, and punk rock truth-teller Alicia J. Rose, the force behind the upcoming documentary Menopunks. What starts as a conversation about the personal and political impacts of hormone therapy quickly evolves into a raw, radical takedown of the broken systems that have failed women for decades.Alicia shares the origin story behind Menopunks: a grassroots movement born from her own hormone journey and frustration over the decades-long misinformation surrounding HRT. Together, she and Victoria dig into:The shocking truth behind the WHI study and its long-term consequencesHow Gen X rage may finally turn the tide in menopause advocacyWhy hormonal optimization is a feminist issueThe impact of estrogen on brain health, creativity, and longevityHow the system gaslights women into silence and sufferingWhy artists, not just doctors, might be the messengers midlife women finally trustThis episode is a call to arms. It's emotional, unapologetic, and unapologetically sweaty. You’ll walk away informed, outraged, and fired up to reclaim your health, your story, and your power.Resources & Links:🎬 Learn more and support the Menopunks movement: https://www.menopunks.com📸 Follow Alicia on Instagram: @aliciajrose👕 Buy the merch, support the film: Menopunks Merch📚 Recommended reading: Estrogen Matters by Avrum Bluming and Carol TavrisKey Quotes:“We don’t need more products. We need the truth—and a hell of a lot more rage.” “What happens if all women were hormonally optimized? Everything.” “HRT didn’t just change my symptoms, it gave me my creativity and power back.”Want more support for your midlife transition? Join the Women Mastering Midlife Community or schedule a 1:1 Clarity Session with Victoria at www.msvictoriabyrd.comJoin the ConversationGet your FREE guides HERE: www.msvictoriabyrd.com/free-guides Share your thoughts and stories on our social channels and tag us @WomenMasteringMidlife  and @misvictoriabyrd Let’s rewrite the narrative together!  Find more information on our website: www.msvictoriabyrd.com Join the Community! www.msvictoriabyrd.com/community Book a FREE 1:1 discovery call to learn more about coaching programs and coursesSubscribe & Review  Enjoyed this episode? Be sure to subscribe and leave a review. Your feedback helps us reach more women navigating midlife with strength and resilience.  Disclaimer  This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only. The hosts, guests, and experts featured are not your personal healthcare providers or advisors. The content should not be considered as professional, personalized medical, psychological, or prescriptive advice.  Always consult qualified professionals such as your physician, therapist, pharmacist, or coach for specific concerns and decisions related to your health or lifestyle. *Women Mastering Midlife* is not responsible for any undesired outcomes resulting from actions taken based on the content of this podcast. 

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