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Welcome to The Penis Project Podcast. Connecting men through science, stories, solutions but most of all support. Founded by Melissa Hadley Barrett & Dr Jo Milios (PHD), this podcast is dedicated to stories from men who have bravely recognised the importance of sharing their experiences, breaking down stigmas, and having no-filter chats about sexual health, cancer treatment and recovery, relationships and everything in between. This is your online men’s health support group where I answer questions you’ve always had but are too embarrassed to ask. https://melissahadleybarrett.com/podcast/
Episodes
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
168: A Touchy Subject
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
In this episode I speak to the amazing founder of “A Touchy Subject”, Victoria Cullen. https://www.atouchysubject.com/
A Touchy Subject is a great resource for men and their partners about sexual recovery when diagnosed with prostate cancer. They are obsessed with uncovering ‘the practical stuff’ from the latest clinical literature, and from the thousands of conversations we have with men ‘MacGyvering’ their way through sexual recovery. They have YouTube videos, blogs, free programs and more to help you on your journey. They also have a list of recommended products to help with the process.
Victoria and I chat about common issues we hear from men and their partners and ways to navigate them. The overarching thought is that; it takes a bit work, ingenuity, a sense of humour, and my favorite skill, “stickability”.
Links from discussion with Victoria Cullen “A Touchy Subject”:
- Rehab program: https://www.atouchysubject.com/help-for-ed-post-prostate-surgery
- This is where the Vacurect mastery course will be (demo videos + top tips): https://www.atouchysubject.com/ed-vacuum-pump-vacurect-demonstration-video
- Tess Deveze's two-minute game: https://medium.com/@connectabletherapies/how-a-simple-2-minutes-saved-my-sex-during-cancer-treatments-482a174d25d2
- Soft penis pleasure course: https://connectable.podia.com/penis-pleasure/jfxm5
- Vulva pleasure course: https://connectable.podia.com/vulva-masterclass/jfxm5
- Study on erectile function return (but not necessarily sexual satisfaction): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30033192/ (Terrier et al., 2018)
- My Ilo egg vibrator https://melissahadleybarrett.com/product/my-ilo-egg-vibrator/
- Pump Hub waitlist: https://atouchysubject.com/pump-hub-signup
- Pump-A-Sutra waitlist: https://www.atouchysubject.com/pump-a-sutra-signup
Vacurect affiliate links:
- Australia/New Zealand - https://www.vacumed.com.au/product/vacurect-otc10/?ref=1
- USA/Canada - https://www.mainspringmedical.com/pages/lp-cullen?aff=2
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Websites:
https://melissahadleybarrett.com Men’s health only
https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders
http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/
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Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
167: Porn Star Liam
Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Is it possible to break your penis? Yes it is.
Today we discuss this tricky penis problem with Liam. This issue is always a problem but even more so when your penis is your livelihood.
Listen here to find out how he broke it, what it felt like and the treatment to get back together.
This is a fascinating story that will make yours eyes water if you are a penis owner.
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Websites:
https://melissahadleybarrett.com Men’s health only
https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders
http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/
Facebook:
https://m.facebook.com/p/Melissa-Hadley-Barrett-100085237672685/
https://www.facebook.com/Restorativeshealthclinic
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/
https://www.instagram.com/rshealth_perth/
Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/
Producer
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
166: Running for life - A prostate cancer story
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
In this episode of the "Penis Project Podcast," I chat with Jason Phillips to discuss his journey following his prostate surgery. Jason wants to give back, get on with life as he knows it and most importantly raise awareness about prostate cancer for other men.
His way of doing it?
Running 129km in rural Western Australia to raise money for research at PCFA.
I hope you enjoy this inspiring story. Follow his training and run at his socials below. He leaves the starting blocks 24th April and is hoping to finish on the 25th April (ANZAC day).
This is the link to Jason’s official PCFA fundraising page:
https://fundraise.pcfa.org.au/s/1762/1879
The following are the links to Jason’s socials:
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jason.phillips.5891
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jason_phillips_05/
Episode Summary
- Prostate cancer treatment journey
- Getting on with life as ‘normal’
- Survival
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Websites:
https://melissahadleybarrett.com Men’s health only
https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders
http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/
Facebook:
https://m.facebook.com/p/Melissa-Hadley-Barrett-100085237672685/
https://www.facebook.com/Restorativeshealthclinic
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/
https://www.instagram.com/rshealth_perth/
Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/
Producer
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
165: Pete and his Dynamo Penis / Penile Implants
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
In this episode of the "Penis Project Podcast," I chat with Jenny and Peter to discuss Peter's journey with penile implants following his prostate surgery. They cover various topics related to the decision-making process, surgery, recovery, and post-surgery experiences. Peter details his pre-surgery anxieties, which surprisingly gave way to a smooth recovery with minimal discomfort. Jenny and Peter kindly and openly share their experiences relating to sexual activity, challenging common beliefs about older adults and sex.
Episode Summary
Initial Diagnosis and Decision-Making
Surgery Experience
Post-Surgery Challenges
Sexual Experience
Health Benefits and Aging
Future Improvements
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Websites:
https://melissahadleybarrett.com Men’s health only
https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders
http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/
Facebook:
https://m.facebook.com/p/Melissa-Hadley-Barrett-100085237672685/
https://www.facebook.com/Restorativeshealthclinic
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/
https://www.instagram.com/rshealth_perth/
Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/
Producer:
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
164: Canada calling - for help! A prostate journey.
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Today we speak to George all the way from Canada.
George came to Australia and fixed his continence and got his old fella to remember what he was supposed to do. This man had a very complicated and drawn-out post op recovery but is now on his way to penile perfection, thanks to his physio in Canada recommending he visit Jo Milios and subsequently Melissa whilst he was down under. Listen here to see how his recovery went ahead in leaps and bounds once he hit the ”lucky country”
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Websites:
https://melissahadleybarrett.com Men’s health only
https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders
http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/
You Tube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6SkzSkveDXzqUuA1ZONDEg
Facebook:
https://m.facebook.com/p/Melissa-Hadley-Barrett-100085237672685/
https://www.facebook.com/Restorativeshealthclinic
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/
https://www.instagram.com/rshealth_perth/
Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/
Producer
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
163: Is that a gun in your pocket…Frisk search gone wrong
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
If you are a regular listener to The Penis Project then you will probably remember Rod Popcorn from episode 53. If you haven’t listened back that far, then I recommend you go back as this is a funny, honest account of a prostate cancer recovery.
Rod will be 4 years post op this April and he joins us today to share a hilarious story about a recent experience that involved a needle, an erection, a motorbike and airport security. This episode is short but it will have you chuckling to yourself for days.
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Websites:
https://melissahadleybarrett.com Men’s health only
https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders
http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/
Facebook:
https://m.facebook.com/p/Melissa-Hadley-Barrett-100085237672685/
https://www.facebook.com/Restorativeshealthclinic
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/
https://www.instagram.com/rshealth_perth/
Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/
Producer
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
162: Online Dating - A first-hand account from an expert.
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Since today is the day of love and friendship, I thought it would be a good time to discuss online dating.
Today we are talking to Lee, and this is a fun and informative discussion. Lee has been online dating intermittently for two decades, so this guy has experienced it from the beginning. Any young people listening will be amazed to know what it was like before apps.
I learnt a lot from this interview, and I am sure you will too. Even if you are not in the market for a new partner, this is a fun, interesting episode that delves into how humans interact.
I would love to hear your feedback on this episode, and I really want to interview a female and non-binary person about their online dating experiences, so if this is you or someone you know please contact me.
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Websites:
https://melissahadleybarrett.com Men’s health only
https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders
http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/
Facebook:
https://m.facebook.com/p/Melissa-Hadley-Barrett-100085237672685/
https://www.facebook.com/Restorativeshealthclinic
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/
https://www.instagram.com/rshealth_perth/
Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/
Producer:
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
In this episode, we have a chat with Jonathon and Jeanine, all the way from NZ.
Jonathon thought he would get prostate cancer, as his family had a history of it, and he was proactive in getting a diagnosis and watched it for 4 years before finally being advised it was time to remove it in December 2022.
This is an excellent, honest conversation with this lovely couple where they discuss their fears, treatment and recovery journey. They are both open and vulnerable with how this journey affected them as a couple and individually.
Being proactive, Jonathan sort out as much information as he could and that is how he found The Penis Project and Victoria Cullen- A Touchy Subject https://www.atouchysubject.com/
He found these both invaluable resources. He was surprised to find out that despite being offered excellent treatment for the cancer, his aftercare and information provided to enable him to return to ‘normal” was lacking. This led him to enroll in the Online Penile Rehabilitation Program which he found to be an invaluable tool in his recovery process.
Jeanine discusses her reaction to the changes and how she dealt with these and the changes in his responsiveness.
Listen to this episode for these and many more useful tips to navigate this journey.
If you enjoy this podcast, you may also like Episode #123: 300-400 Times Penile Injections
If you would like to know more about the Online Penile Rehabilitation Program please go here: https://melissahadleybarrett.com/penile-rehabilitation-program/
Link for the products discussed in podcast:
Vacurect- https://melissahadleybarrett.com/product/vacurect-penis-pump/
Bathmate- https://melissahadleybarrett.com/product/bathmate-hydro-7-penis-pump/
Firmtech Ring-
https://melissahadleybarrett.com/product/firmtech-tech-ring/
https://melissahadleybarrett.com/product/firmtech-maxpr-ring/
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Websites:
https://melissahadleybarrett.com Men’s health only
https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders
http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/
Facebook:
https://m.facebook.com/p/Melissa-Hadley-Barrett-100085237672685/
https://www.facebook.com/Restorativeshealthclinic
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/
https://www.instagram.com/rshealth_perth/
Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/
Producer:
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
160: Swinging, a first-hand account.
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
This week, Melissa and Kate speak to a couple who met at a swinger’s group.
Yes, you heard correctly, swingers.
This is a lifestyle choice that many of our listeners may not know anything about. I think I am open minded and have come across many different types of relationships, but I have to say I learnt a lot in this interview. Kate is a little more naïve, so she was shocked as to what she heard and asked lots of interesting questions. I encourage you all to listen, have a laugh and keep an open mind. This lifestyle may or may not be for you, but this episode is guaranteed to give you a giggle and broaden your horizons.
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Websites:
https://melissahadleybarrett.com Men’s health only
https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders
http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/
Facebook:
https://m.facebook.com/p/Melissa-Hadley-Barrett-100085237672685/
https://www.facebook.com/Restorativeshealthclinic
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/
https://www.instagram.com/rshealth_perth/
Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/
Producer
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
159: Feelings & Healing – A Chat with Michael Hodge
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
You've probably heard about stress causing ED, but what about the role of repressed emotions?
In this episode I chat via Zoom with Michael Hodge in Texas, who shares his unique perspective and introduces what he describes as the "root cause model" of sexual dysfunction.
Michael’s personal journey included five years of grappling with severe pelvic pain, persistent urinary issues, and sexual dysfunction in his 20s. After his recovery, he embarked on a quest to uncover the root causes of these complex mind-body issues. In collaboration with renowned pelvic health specialist Dr. Brianne Grogan, Michael developed a program dedicated to helping men go beyond the surface level symptoms and delve deeper into the depths of genitourinary dysfunction.
Michael's Website: https://www.transformpelvichealth.com/
Vigor Sexual Strength Program (for ED and PE): https://bit.ly/vigorstrongsex
Transform YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TransformPelvicHealth
The topics discussed in today’s podcast include:
- Mind/Body Connection
- Breathwork
- Masculinity
End Credits:
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Websites:
https://melissahadleybarrett.com Men’s health only
https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders
https://www.prostaterehabilitation.com/
http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/
Facebook:
https://m.facebook.com/p/Melissa-Hadley-Barrett-100085237672685/
https://www.facebook.com/Restorativeshealthclinic
Instagram:
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https://www.instagram.com/rshealth_perth/
Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/
Producer