Connect Talks

Connect is all about bringing like-minded people together, belonging to a community, exploring ways to improve your health and wellbeing, and helping you feel empowered to make the changes you want to.

Connect Talks is a health podcast hosted by Connect, with 22 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #9

  S2 E9 More than Sex: Navigating Body Image, Relationships and Pelvic Pain with Marie Vakakis

  Aug 18, 202636 minS2

  Pelvic pain doesn’t just impact our bodies and minds – it can also cause changes in our intimate relationships. Marie Vakakis, Couple and Family Therapist from The Therapy Hub, joins us to discuss the complexities of navigating pelvic pain and relationships. This episode isn’t just for those experiencing pelvic pain, but also their partners. Learn how to start an empowering discussion about your experiences, practical strategies to rediscover what feels good and creative ways to reframe what intimacy looks like as you journey through pelvic pain. This episode also explores themes of pelvic pain as a result of traumatic experiences. Additional resources for advice and support can be found below. Tune into this episode and the rest of the season to find out more and feel more empowered about your own health and wellbeing. Hosts and Guests Connect - https://www.moira.org.au/connect/ Marie Vakakis - https://marievakakis.com.au/ Marie's recommendations Embrace (documentary) by Taryn Brumfitt - https://www.bodyimagemovement.com/embrace-film/ The Love Deck by The Gottman Institute - https://www.gottman.com/couples/apps/ The Body Is Not An Apology: The Power of Radical Self-Love by Sonya Renee Taylor Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life by Emily Nagoski Come Together: The Science (and Art!) of Creating Lasting Sexual Connections by Emily Nagoski Esther Perel - https://www.estherperel.com/ Sexual violence support resources 1800RESPECT - https://1800respect.org.au/ Full Stop Australia - https://fullstop.org.au/ Centre Against Sexual Assault - https://www.casahouse.com.au/ Australian Sexual Violence Support Directory - https://www.nasasv.org.au/support-directory Beyond Blue - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Key resources Endo Help - ⁠⁠https://endohelp.com.au/⁠⁠ Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinics (government-funded) - ⁠⁠https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/endometriosis-and-pelvic-pain-clinics?language=en⁠⁠ Jean Hailes for Women’s Health - ⁠⁠https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/⁠⁠ QENDO - ⁠⁠https://www.qendo.org.au/⁠⁠ Gender-affirming services and resources Although the podcast refers to ‘women’, Connect acknowledges that those experiencing pelvic pain and associated conditions are part of a diverse community with various identities. For resources designed for those who are gender-diverse and experiencing pelvic pain please refer to: Endometriosis Coalition - ⁠⁠https://www.acendo.com.au/gender-diverse-people-endometriosis⁠⁠ Endometriosis WA - ⁠⁠https://www.endometriosiswa.org.au/im-seeking-support/endometriosis-and-gender-diversity/⁠⁠ Thorne Harbour Health - ⁠⁠https://thorneharbour.org/services/⁠

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  Episode #8

  S2 E8 Fertility and Pelvic Pain: Navigating the Journey with Professor Louise Hull

  Aug 11, 202638 minS2

  Infertility is a journey that many don't expect to go on, but what can be even more unexpected is discovering a pelvic condition at the same time. Join Connect as we discuss the complexities of infertility, pelvic conditions and pelvic pain with gynaecologist and fertility subspecialist Professor Louise Hull. In this episode, Professor Hull explores infertility - how it might be diagnosed, possible causes and different options someone can explore to assist them in falling pregnant. This episode doesn't just touch on those experiencing infertility and pelvic conditions, but also their partner and how they may be impacted. Tune into this episode and the rest of the season to find out more and feel more empowered about your own health and wellbeing. Hosts and Guests Connect - ⁠⁠https://www.moira.org.au/connect/⁠⁠ Professor Louise Hull - https://researchers.adelaide.edu.au/profile/louise.hull Key resources Endo Help - ⁠⁠https://endohelp.com.au/⁠⁠ Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinics (government-funded) - ⁠⁠https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/endometriosis-and-pelvic-pain-clinics?language=en⁠⁠ Jean Hailes for Women’s Health - ⁠⁠https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/⁠⁠ QENDO - ⁠⁠https://www.qendo.org.au/⁠⁠ Gender-affirming services and resources Although the podcast refers to ‘women’, Connect acknowledges that those experiencing pelvic pain and associated conditions are part of a diverse community with various identities. For resources designed for those who are gender-diverse and experiencing pelvic pain please refer to: Endometriosis Coalition - ⁠⁠https://www.acendo.com.au/gender-diverse-people-endometriosis⁠⁠ Endometriosis WA - ⁠⁠https://www.endometriosiswa.org.au/im-seeking-support/endometriosis-and-gender-diversity/⁠⁠ Thorne Harbour Health - ⁠⁠https://thorneharbour.org/services/⁠⁠

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  Episode #7

  S2 E7 Mind-Body-Pain Connection with Dr Megan De Souza

  Aug 4, 202632 minS2

  For those living with pelvic pain, or any type of chronic pain, their experience is not simply a physical one. Pain impacts the mental health and wellbeing of someone, sometimes as much or even more so than it does to their physical body. For some, this can lead to social isolation from friends and family, difficulty engaging in intimate relationships and worsening of their overall health and wellbeing. Clinical and Health Psychologist, Megan de Souza is our guest on this episode and will explore how pelvic pain can impact mental health, the impact of the nervous system on pain and where someone can seek support to ensure they feel empowered, connected and supported. Tune into this episode and the rest of the season to find out more and feel more empowered about your own health and wellbeing. Hosts and Guests Connect - https://www.moira.org.au/connect/ Megan de Souza - https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/australian-health-services/healthcare-service/camberwell-3124-vic/dr-megan-de-souza/clinical-psychology/9bb7a608-f673-45f8-9e1d-1d506be41073 Megan’s recommendations Healing Pelvic Pain by Dr Peta Wright Curable app – free trial period, creates a personalised recovery program https://apps.apple.com/au/app/curable-chronic-pain-relief/id1325784379 Insight Timer app – free to use the basic version https://apps.apple.com/au/app/insight-timer-meditate-sleep/id337472899 Mindfulness app – free trial period, includes programs on pain and chronic illness, sleep, and yoga nidra course https://apps.apple.com/au/app/mindfulness-com-meditation-app/id1466046486 Key resources Endo Help - ⁠https://endohelp.com.au/⁠ Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinics (government-funded) - ⁠https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/endometriosis-and-pelvic-pain-clinics?language=en⁠ Jean Hailes for Women’s Health - ⁠https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/⁠ QENDO - ⁠https://www.qendo.org.au/⁠ Gender-affirming services and resources Although the podcast refers to ‘women’, Connect acknowledges that those experiencing pelvic pain and associated conditions are part of a diverse community with various identities. For resources designed for those who are gender-diverse and experiencing pelvic pain please refer to: Endometriosis Coalition - ⁠https://www.acendo.com.au/gender-diverse-people-endometriosis⁠ Endometriosis WA - ⁠https://www.endometriosiswa.org.au/im-seeking-support/endometriosis-and-gender-diversity/⁠ Thorne Harbour Health - ⁠https://thorneharbour.org/services/

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  Episode #6

  S2 E6 Movement, Nourishment & Rest for Pelvic Pain with Freya Lawler – Part 2

  Jul 28, 202624 minS2

  Treatment for pelvic pain conditions don’t just have to stop at medication and surgery. Movement, sleep, nutrition and mindfulness can all have a powerful impact on an individual's experience and are now being recommended more frequently by healthcare professionals. In this two-part episode, we speak with naturopath Freya Lawler, who specialises in complex reproductive health, endometriosis and IVF optimisation. Freya shares evidence-based advice on how someone living with pelvic pain can make small changes in their daily lives to make long-term improvements to their experiences of pain and overall wellbeing. In part two, Freya explores the power of movement and mindfulness. Tune into this episode and the rest of the season to find out more and feel more empowered about your own health and wellbeing. Hosts and Guests Connect - ⁠https://www.moira.org.au/connect/⁠ Freya Lawler - ⁠https://www.freyalawler.com.au/⁠ Freya’s recommendations Open: Breathwork + Meditation app - https://o-p-e-n.com/ Breathwork with Connect- https://www.moira.org.au/connect/resources/213839-breathe-well Mind Your Body: A Revolutionary Program to Release Chronic Pain and Anxiety by Nicole Sachs The Cure for Chronic Pain with Nicole Sachs Key resources Endo Help - ⁠https://endohelp.com.au/⁠ Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinics (government-funded) - ⁠https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/endometriosis-and-pelvic-pain-clinics?language=en⁠ Jean Hailes for Women’s Health - ⁠https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/⁠ QENDO - ⁠https://www.qendo.org.au/⁠ Gender-affirming services and resources Although the podcast refers to ‘women’, Connect acknowledges that those experiencing pelvic pain and associated conditions are part of a diverse community with various identities. For resources designed for those who are gender-diverse and experiencing pelvic pain please refer to: Endometriosis Coalition - ⁠https://www.acendo.com.au/gender-diverse-people-endometriosis⁠ Endometriosis WA - ⁠https://www.endometriosiswa.org.au/im-seeking-support/endometriosis-and-gender-diversity/⁠ Thorne Harbour Health - ⁠https://thorneharbour.org/services/⁠

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  Episode #5

  S2 E5 Movement, Nourishment & Rest for Pelvic Pain with Freya Lawler – Part 1

  Jul 21, 202637 minS2

  Treatment for pelvic pain conditions don’t just have to stop at medication and surgery. Movement, sleep, nutrition and mindfulness can all have a powerful impact on an individual's experience and are now being recommended more frequently by healthcare professionals. In this two-part episode, we speak with naturopath Freya Lawler, who specialises in complex reproductive health, endometriosis and IVF optimisation. Freya shares evidence-based advice on how someone living with pelvic pain can make small changes in their daily lives to make long-term improvements to their experiences of pain and overall wellbeing. In part one, Freya introduces the impact of lifestyle changes and focuses on the important roles that sleep and nutrition play. Tune into this episode and the rest of the season to find out more and feel more empowered about your own health and wellbeing. Hosts and Guests Connect - https://www.moira.org.au/connect/ Freya Lawler - https://www.freyalawler.com.au/ Key resources Endo Help - https://endohelp.com.au/ Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinics (government-funded) - https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/endometriosis-and-pelvic-pain-clinics?language=en Jean Hailes for Women’s Health - https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/ QENDO - https://www.qendo.org.au/ Gender-affirming services and resources Although the podcast refers to ‘women’, Connect acknowledges that those experiencing pelvic pain and associated conditions are part of a diverse community with various identities. For resources designed for those who are gender-diverse and experiencing pelvic pain please refer to: Endometriosis Coalition - https://www.acendo.com.au/gender-diverse-people-endometriosis Endometriosis WA - https://www.endometriosiswa.org.au/im-seeking-support/endometriosis-and-gender-diversity/ Thorne Harbour Health - https://thorneharbour.org/services/

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