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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 Jul 27, 2022
Wednesday Jul 27, 2022
Laughter is the best medicine, they say. And today, our guest might just explain why that can be true.
Meet Bianca Spears, THE laughter coach. Bianca works to help people relieve stress, and tension, and rest their minds through using laughter. She says laughter is a path to neuro pathways.
In today’s episode, you will learn about the power of laughing, the science behind why it is great medicine, and experience the exercise yourself.
The main takeaway is this: When you’re having fun and laughing, you become more open to new things (Melissa provides a perfect example!).
If you’re feeling a bit down today, know that by simply smiling and laughing, you activate the positive chemicals in your body - your DOSE which stands for:
- Dopamine which helps with motivation
- Oxytocin, the bonding chemical, laugh chemical, is activated when hugging, kissing, etc
- Serotonin which helps stabilize mood
- Endorphins which are called the ‘happy hormones’ but are not technically a hormone
But how does laughter help with your sexual function? Bianca will explain. Part of the discussion will also include what happens to your pelvic floor when laughing.
Be ready because this episode may just convince you that you need to add laughing in your daily routine.
If after listening to the episode, you would like to attend a laughter exercise, fill out this form>> or send an email to support@rshealth.com.au
If we get enough interest we will run an online session.
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Music
David Mercy
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1HbvnltKu4XbWTmk0kpVB9?si=D1xP5dDVQK-zzNU3rViRWg
Producer
Thomas Evans: The SOTA Process
Wednesday Jul 20, 2022
Wednesday Jul 20, 2022
“It’s ok to say I want back what was me before. It’s ok to say I want the quality of life back.” ~ Steve
Today, we talk with Steve. Steve is an experienced physiotherapist who lived with a temporary ileostomy for 7 months post resection, after surgery due to Bowel Cancer.
He decided to choose quality of life over quantity when he opted to stop his 2nd chemotherapy midway, focusing on improved choices of lifestyle - fitness, food, good relationships, etc.
However, this experience was also an eye opener for Steve. From bouts of erectile dysfunction, Peyronies, and to the challenges of having a stoma on his abdomen.
All this led to his discovery and invention - an invention geared towards lessening the challenges of patients with a stoma.
Listen here to this inspiring story from Steve.
And remember, from Steve’s message, U-can!
For the link to U-Can’s website, please don’t forget to check the show notes.
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http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/
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Music
David Mercy
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1HbvnltKu4XbWTmk0kpVB9?si=D1xP5dDVQK-zzNU3rViRWg
Producer
Thomas Evans: The SOTA Process
Wednesday Jul 13, 2022
Wednesday Jul 13, 2022
We live everyday, we only die once.” ~ Brad Millsteed
Did you know that the research says that blokes (when conversing with other blokes) prefer to talk side by side rather than face to face?
Well, our guest for today Brad from the #6Bs agrees.
Perhaps, you’ve already heard about #6Bs. But if not, this is your chance.
#6Bs is a group of normal blokes trying to encourage men to connect with each other.
Which brings us to what the B’s mean - you can probably guess the first two, Blokes and Bonfires. What about the other 4? It’s Barbeque, Beers, Bonding, and… Bull****.
How did #6Bs start? With a bonfire, of course! And, through another bird’s help, Twitter.
Listen to Brad as he shares how the #6Bs was formed, what it aims to achieve, why it’s important to also focus on yourself, how reaching out to others is crucial, and why they don’t add marshmallows to their bonfires.
Brad also gives us a very insightful thought about using medicines for mental health, which Melissa totally agrees with.
To put it in perspective, if you put all the good fertilizer in your crop, why not put it in your brain if it helps with it?
It’s another great episode to listen to. Enjoy! We hope, whether blokes or babes, you are encouraged to reach out or be more aware of the friends we have around.
If you or know someone going through the black dog, please feel free to reach out to us or to Brad and his team, to Mark from Man Walk. You can also reach out to Owen from the Regional Men’s Health Initiative.
To see what the #6Bs is all about, visit their website below:
https://www.6bs.com.au/index.php
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https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders
http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/
Facebook:
https://m.facebook.com/p/Melissa-Hadley-Barrett-100085237672685/
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Instagram:
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https://www.instagram.com/restorativehealth.clinic/
TikTok: @melissahadleybarrett
YouTube: Melissa Hadley Barrett
Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/
Music
David Mercy
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1HbvnltKu4XbWTmk0kpVB9?si=D1xP5dDVQK-zzNU3rViRWg
Producer
Thomas Evans: The SOTA Process
Friday Jul 08, 2022
Friday Jul 08, 2022
So for this bonus episode, we're going to do something a little bit different. On Saturday the 11th of June, I went along to the Perth Urology Clinics Masterclass. It's a great day that they have once a year and they had about 250 delegates. Mostly general practitioners(Drs) but also some nurses, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals.
It was an excellent day and they had a lot of really amazing speakers. Attendees were from rural and metropolitan areas. Feedback from the day was excellent and I thought it would be good for The Penis Project audience to hear what they learnt. So I recorded the top three tips from some of the speakers and I spoke to a number of attendees to find out what their three takeaways were from the day.
I was honored to be the last speaker of the day. My topic was what patients want their GP to talk to them about and ways to bring up the conversation because it's often something that's difficult for health practitioners and also the patient to raise.
I did a survey with a lot of you recently to find out what it was you wanted your GPs to talk to you about and whether or not you wanted them to ask you about your sexual function and it was a resounding yes! So I presented that survey information at the conference. Hopefully, now, some of them will be encouraged to bring up the subject.
I hope you all enjoy hearing what everyone who attended the Perth Urology Day learned and what's going to change in their practice from now on.
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https://melissahadleybarrett.com Men’s health only
https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders
http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/
Facebook:
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Instagram:
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https://www.instagram.com/restorativehealth.clinic/
TikTok: @melissahadleybarrett
YouTube: Melissa Hadley Barrett
Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/
Music
David Mercy
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1HbvnltKu4XbWTmk0kpVB9?si=D1xP5dDVQK-zzNU3rViRWg
Producer
Thomas Evans: The SOTA Process
Thursday Jun 30, 2022
Thursday Jun 30, 2022
This week, we have a very special treat for you all and a suggestion for a date night.
Any of you who follow me on Instagram may have seen a post a couple of weekends ago that I went to see “How To Please A Woman” at the movies with some girlfriends. I laughed so loud my oldest girlfriend was embarrassed sitting next to me.
I loved it so much that I took my husband to see it a couple of days later and I enjoyed it even more the second time. Resident Roger's (my husband) takeaway was “when I ride an exercise bike now, my mind wanders!”
Why did I love it so much? Well, it touched me. It was laugh out loud funny, thoughtful, and the writer and director Renee Webster really “gets” how people in middle age often feel. It also touched me personally as in my late 30s this is how I felt, invisible. It is also filmed in my hometown Fremantle Western Australia.
A couple of months ago I interviewed Dr Tamara Hunter on The Penis Project about menopause, and it is one of our most popular episodes. Many of my male patients have since commented how they learnt so much and they have now a better understanding of women’s business as they age. So, when I saw "How To Please A Woman," I thought, The Penis Project audience will love this and should all see it. So, I contacted Renee online and she very generously agreed to be interviewed.
I see all genders in my practice and the themes of this story captured exactly how many of them feel.
This movie made me laugh, cry and most of all be grateful for my female friendships. I think it is a must-see for all people over the age of 40. It hasn’t forgotten the men either, there are some touching scenes where the male characters show vulnerability, that men do think about much more than sex, and how difficult it is talking about sex even for couples who have been together a really long time.
If you haven’t been to see it yet get in quick!
- 8 JULY SKY ORIGINALS ACROSS UK
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https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders
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Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/
Music
David Mercy
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1HbvnltKu4XbWTmk0kpVB9?si=D1xP5dDVQK-zzNU3rViRWg
Producer
Thomas Evans: The SOTA Process
Friday Jun 24, 2022
Friday Jun 24, 2022
For today’s episode, we talk with Bionic Brian. The things you will be hearing from Brian will be quite varied but also very familiar. His story is like a full recipe. Why? Because he has utilised multiple solutions (ingredients) to come up with the greatest result - expelling all cancer from his body.
Brian was diagnosed with prostate cancer at 69. He had his non-nerve sparing operation that same year. Then, radiotherapy the year after. After a year, he had his sling. And finally, after another year, he had a penile implant.
The result of all of these? A happier Brian and cancer expelled.
But of course, in between all of these are the challenges (Peyronies and incontinence) as well as happier moments (restoring that ‘visual effect’ down there). Plus, the smaller details that might not seem significant but actually are.
- Why finding the right GP for you is important
- Why talking to a specialist is essential
- How injections do not always cause Peyronies
- Why pumps are important to help exercise the penis
- The importance of being psychologically prepared prior getting an implant
- Hormone therapy
- Low intensity focal shockwave therapy
It’s another episode full of new tit bits! And if you want to know the answer to this question; can you perform more than once in 24 hours with your implant? - make sure to hit the play button below!
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https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders
http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/
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https://www.instagram.com/restorativehealth.clinic/
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Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/
Music
David Mercy
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1HbvnltKu4XbWTmk0kpVB9?si=D1xP5dDVQK-zzNU3rViRWg
Producer
Thomas Evans: The SOTA Process
Wednesday Jun 15, 2022
Wednesday Jun 15, 2022
Today, we talk to Owen Catto, the Executive Officer of The Regional Men's Health Initiative, a not-for-profit organisation that raises awareness for men's wellbeing and health. It serves regional, rural, and remote Western Australia.
Owen will share what the organisation is doing to empower blokes and communities to take responsibility of their own health; how they are funded, who are in the team, what they do and don't, and the programs that they've developed and are in place to help blokes in their different stages of life.
One of the things that Owen shared in the podcast is how beautiful the community's response is whenever they go back to a place for another talk - which is 'Great to see you back'.
He also further emphasises the importance of following-up blokes - as he said, 'Blokes like to be followed-up'.
To listen more to Owen and learn about the Regional Men's Health Initiative and their programs that you might be interested in, click the button below.
Note: Even if you are not in Western Australia, the resources are still accessible to you. Also, if you would like to coordinate with Owen and his team about building up your own, please feel free to reach out to them through their website.
Below are links to the resources mentioned in the podcast:
- https://regionalmenshealth.com.au/
- https://regionalmenshealth.com.au/category/podcast/
- Warrior Education Sessions: https://regionalmenshealth.com.au/about/what_we_do/warrior-education/
- Fast-track Pitstop: https://regionalmenshealth.com.au/about/what_we_do/pit-stops
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https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders
http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/
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https://www.instagram.com/restorativehealth.clinic/
TikTok: @melissahadleybarrett
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Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/
Music
David Mercy
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1HbvnltKu4XbWTmk0kpVB9?si=D1xP5dDVQK-zzNU3rViRWg
Producer
Thomas Evans: The SOTA Process
Wednesday Jun 08, 2022
Wednesday Jun 08, 2022
Today, we will talk more about foreskin restoration.
We discussed this in Episode 67 when we interviewed Tim. And since Dr Jo and I wanted to know more about it, we have invited David Smith, the CEO of 15Square.
David will share with us what 15Square is, what they do, how the organisation was formed, its growth, the different issues surrounding circumcision that the organisation tackles, and the interesting story ofwhy they named the organisation 15Square.
It’s quite an insightful episode where we zone in about circumcision or non-circumcision:
- Statistics all over the world
- Its history
- How circumcision or non-circumcision affects males in terms of physical, psychological, etc
- Restoration procedures, its success, options
- What to do to look after your foreskin
- Preputioplasty
- Alternatives to circumcision
- Awareness and medical collaborations around circumcision
- And a lot more
What to do to look after your foreskin
- Don’t retract it until ready – don’t force it
- Never get soap in genitals
- Try to check Alternative to circumcision - stretching- devices etc. Booklets below are available for download:
- Alternatives for circumcision
- Clinical guidelines for the treatment for phimosis
Resources:
Worldwide Day of Genital Autonomy Events
WWDOGA 2022, Live Event: [07/12] David Smith, 15Square (UK)
15Square Website: https://15square.org.uk/
Click the button below to start listening!
If you have questions of your own or would like to suggest a topic, please don't hesitate to share them with us by sending it to support@rshealth.com.au.
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http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/
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TikTok: @melissahadleybarrett
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Music
David Mercy
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1HbvnltKu4XbWTmk0kpVB9?si=D1xP5dDVQK-zzNU3rViRWg
Producer
Thomas Evans: The SOTA Process
https://www.instagram.com/thesotaprocess/
https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jf2IYXRlgfsiqNARsY8fi
Wednesday Jun 01, 2022
Wednesday Jun 01, 2022
Today's episode will be a bit different from what we usually have.
Meet Frank and his buddy, Nino.
Frank will be sharing funny anecdotes of the highs and lows of his Prostate Cancer journey even though they weren't funny at the time. But as he shares his anecdotes now to give us with a chuckle and you might learn a lesson or two. One important lesson is to always listen to instructions before doing anything 'fun'.
If you are an eager beaver, beware! These moments might have happened due to Frank being an eager beaver who failed to listen to important instructions. So here they are...
- One, his experience of getting naked and the 'green whistle'.
- Second, spaghetti penis.
- Third, bloody P.
- And lastly, pads.
Please know that all of these situations happened in the bathroom except for the green whistle. ;) We know you will totally enjoy Frank's story. And like we said, this is just Episode 1 so make sure to stay tuned for Episode 2.
Click the button below to start listening!
If you have questions of your own or would like to suggest a topic, please don't hesitate to share them with us by sending it to support@rshealth.com.au.
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https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders
http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/
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https://www.instagram.com/restorativehealth.clinic/
TikTok: @melissahadleybarrett
YouTube: Melissa Hadley Barrett
Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/
Music
David Mercy
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1HbvnltKu4XbWTmk0kpVB9?si=D1xP5dDVQK-zzNU3rViRWg
Producer
Thomas Evans: The SOTA Process
https://www.instagram.com/thesotaprocess/
https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jf2IYXRlgfsiqNARsY8fi
Thursday May 26, 2022
Thursday May 26, 2022
Today, we speak with RJ Windham – an author, a survivor, and a Prostate Cancer adventurer.
RJ is a survivor of various incidents – from a hit and run, to terrorist bombings and then, to Prostate Cancer.
It was in 2019 when RJ was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer after a 4K blood test. It wasn’t smooth sailing because, in the middle of his treatment, the pandemic hit, and he had to switch doctors due to health insurance issues.
He likes to call his journey an adventure. Why do you ask? He will tell you.
Now, RJ is not only a survivor but also an advocate who tells you that YOU can survive. Plus, he has written a book that lets you Unlock the Keys to Better Sex Without Prostate.
To listen to RJ’s story, just click the button below. Please make sure to read the full show notes for the resources.
Resources:
RJ Windham Website and his books: https://www.rjwindham.com
If you have questions of your own or would like to suggest a topic, please don't hesitate to share them with us by sending it to support@rshealth.com.au.
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https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders
http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/
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https://www.instagram.com/restorativehealth.clinic/
TikTok: @melissahadleybarrett
YouTube: Melissa Hadley Barrett
Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/
Music
David Mercy
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1HbvnltKu4XbWTmk0kpVB9?si=D1xP5dDVQK-zzNU3rViRWg
Producer
Thomas Evans: The SOTA Process
https://www.instagram.com/thesotaprocess/
https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jf2IYXRlgfsiqNARsY8fi