The Penis Project Podcast: Breaking Taboos in Men’s Sexual Health

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With over 219,000 streams and nearly 200 episodes, The Penis Project Podcast—hosted by Australian Nurse Practitioner and Sexologist Melissa Hadley Barrett —offers groundbreaking conversations about men’s sexual health. Launched in 2020 by Melissa and physiotherapist Jo Milios, the podcast combines expert knowledge, scientific insights, and interviews with her patients and their partners to address sensitive topics men often struggle to discuss, including erectile dysfunction, prostate and bladder cancer recovery, Peyronie’s disease, premature ejaculation and intimacy in relationships. Melissa, who refers to herself as the ”Unexpected Sexologist,” brings decades of clinical experience and compassion to every episode, highlighting that sexual wellbeing involves both physical and emotional health. Join this global community in breaking down stigma, finding support, and accessing practical solutions to common yet overlooked men’s health issues. Available on all major podcast platforms, with new episodes every fortnight—start listening today.

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Wednesday Nov 02, 2022

109. How Prostate Cancer Made Geoff More Open and Empathetic

Wednesday Nov 02, 2022

Today, we talk with Geoffrey, a real Geoffrey. #IYKYK

Often, we hear the negative side of having prostate cancer but today, we will focus on the good.

Thanks to Geoff and his journey.

Geoff was 65 when he was diagnosed with prostate cancer. It all started when in the freeway, he had the uncontrollable urge to go to the loo. After this episode and a few tests, he received his diagnosis.

At first, he didn't understand the results being shown to him. His words were, 'what I'm seeing was unintelligible'.

But eventually, he was able to cope and was accepting of his coming surgery. In fact, he was feeling well-prepared.

His secrets? Acceptance. Proper Preparation. Journaling. Setting realistic expectations.

He kept a diary - it was a sort of discipline, a methodology to keep himself on track.

He did his research. And with this, he was able to set realistic expectations.

Now at 67 years old, he feels grateful for the experience. It seemed as though having prostate cancer made him a more open, empathetic person.

This episode will touch upon a lot of topics - Geoff's prostate cancer recovery, the importance of pelvic floor preparation, of why some men seem to be more comfortable talking with women about their health, pilates, yoga, and the Stockdale Paradox.

Geoff will explain the Stockdale Paradox, how this helped him with his preparation and mindset, and how important it is to have the absolute conviction that things are going to be okay.

It's going to be another episode full of lessons... and we hope you get to learn a lot, too!

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