Unpause the Menopause Podcast

Morven Shaw brings a holistic health perspective to menopause that goes beyond the standard hormone therapy conversation. Her podcast sits at the intersection of nutrition, functional medicine, and alternative health approaches, and she makes a point of exploring options that conventional medicine sometimes overlooks or dismisses too quickly. The show covers a wide range of topics: adaptogens and menopause symptom relief, the role of phytoestrogens in diet, gut microbiome changes during hormonal transitions, acupuncture for hot flashes, the impact of environmental toxins on estrogen levels, and stress management techniques that go beyond the usual "try meditation" advice. Shaw interviews naturopaths, herbalists, functional medicine practitioners, and nutritionists alongside conventional doctors, which gives listeners a genuinely broad view of what is available. Episodes run about 30 to 45 minutes. Shaw's interviewing style is curious and warm — she asks follow-up questions that show she is genuinely engaged with the material, not just reading from a script. The show does not position alternative approaches as replacements for medical care, which is an important distinction. Shaw tends to frame them as complementary tools, and she encourages listeners to work with their healthcare providers rather than going it alone. For women who want to understand the full menu of options — from HRT to herbal remedies to dietary changes — rather than being funneled into a single treatment path, this podcast offers a balanced and thoughtful exploration of what is out there.