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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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Thursday Apr 28, 2022
82: Melissa Answers Your Questions 2
Thursday Apr 28, 2022
Thursday Apr 28, 2022
Since a lot of you loved listening to our previous Question and Answer from Melissa, we're sharing with you part 2!
In Melissa's most recent webinar, she received quite a lot of interesting questions we know you will be able to relate to.
Some of the questions are:
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- Having had a non-nerve-sparing radical prostatectomy 24 years ago is there any chance in getting an erection back?
- Why is the time of day you take viagra (etc ) important?
- If Cialis lasts longer, would it be better to use than Viagra to get the longer nitrous oxide benefits?
Have fun listening! And if you have questions of your own, please don't hesitate to share them with us, send to support@rshealth.com.au.
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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/profile.php?id=100085146627814
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/
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

Friday Apr 22, 2022
Friday Apr 22, 2022
For today’s episode, we will be listening to Glen and his recount of events that brought him here to us today. It will be an episode that will teach us a very important lesson on penis size expectations.
Melissa has long shared that one of the most Googled searched questions is penis size. And perhaps most men listening here has that exact question themselves. Nope, for this episode, we won’t talk about that but we will listen to a story that began from a penis size comment.
The first time Glen was struck with a penis size issue was when a young girlfriend commented that his penis was small... which continued to adult girlfriends. These instances affected Glen and urged him to find some solutions.
One of those ‘so-called' solutions costed him almost 20k Canadian $, a ‘Franken-penis’, and a further 3.5k.
The conclusion after talking to Melissa? His penis size is normal!
Have a listen to this episode and learn the most important lessons; make sure a problem really exists, communicate, and find the right persons to consult with.
We can’t thank Glen enough for coming to the podcast and sharing his story with the hope that men are made aware and for them learn from his experience.
Listen through the button below.
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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/profile.php?id=100085146627814
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/
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

Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
80. Meet Ken Bezant- A Giant of Prostate Cancer & an introduction to PCAHELP
Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
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If you feel The Penis Project is valuable to you then, please review and subscribe as this will ensure more people get to hear what we have to say.
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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/profile.php?id=100085146627814
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/
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

Wednesday Mar 30, 2022
Wednesday Mar 30, 2022
"4 Years on”
In this episode, we speak to Ron who you may remember back in episode 24 when he generously shared his story of “Fighting the Black Dog”. At this time he talked about the 3 boxes he wanted to tick:
- Get rid of cancer
- To be continent
- Address sexual function.
Today, he will share with us his way back to sexual function
The Big Bang (wow moment) happened in August 2021, the first-time lovemaking was possible post-surgery without an injection.
How did he get here?
He also had developed a “bend” and this was also fixed.
Listen NOW to find out more.
This episode is full of useful tips and is an honest brave account of life post Prostatectomy.
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If you feel The Penis Project is valuable to you then, please review and subscribe as this will ensure more people get to hear what we have to say.
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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/profile.php?id=100085146627814
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/
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

Saturday Mar 26, 2022
78. Melissa Answers Your Questions
Saturday Mar 26, 2022
Saturday Mar 26, 2022
For today's episode, Melissa will share her answers to questions she has been asked in one of her Penile Rehab webinars. These questions could also be your questions so make sure to have a listen!
If you have questions that you're still embarrassed to ask, send it to us via email and we'll do our best to answer them. ;)
If you feel The Penis Project is valuable to you then, please review and subscribe as this will ensure more people get to hear what we have to say.
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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/profile.php?id=100085146627814
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/
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 Mar 24, 2022
77. How Prostate Cancer Liberated Picasso to Explore Sexual Creativity
Thursday Mar 24, 2022
Thursday Mar 24, 2022
(A refreshing look into Prostate Cancer Journey )
For today’s episode, we will be talking with Picasso.
Picasso was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer at 59 years old. His history involves up and down PSA levels. One day, his new GP, after looking at his records, advised him to go and see a specialist. After an MRI and a biopsy, Picasso had to undergo assisted robotic prostatectomy – amidst the early stages of the pandemic.
After surgery, Picasso had great results when it came to his continence (he did not even need to wear pads) and sexual function.
So now, two years after the surgery and already 61, Picasso has learned and started to get to know his penis in a different level. According to him, after the surgery, the way he was learning about his sexuality has been liberating. Coming from a religious background, Picasso has this limited core belief around sex... all this changed afterward.
And IF you’re curious to know what were the steps Picasso took to have these great results, have a listen! Spoiler alert – he did early Physio, Pilates, Yoga, and mindfulness. Plus penis vitamins after the surgery. 😉
Enjoy listening! If you are interested in doing Yoga or Pilates, send us a message and we’ll try our best to refer you to one.
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If you feel The Penis Project is valuable to you then, please review and subscribe as this will ensure more people get to hear what we have to say.
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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/profile.php?id=100085146627814
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/
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

Wednesday Mar 09, 2022
76. Meet Glen Poole - CEO of the Australian Men’s Health Forum (AMHF)
Wednesday Mar 09, 2022
Wednesday Mar 09, 2022
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If you feel The Penis Project is valuable to you then, please review and subscribe as this will ensure more people get to hear what we have to say.
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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/profile.php?id=100085146627814
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/
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

Wednesday Mar 02, 2022
Wednesday Mar 02, 2022
Join Dr Jo as she interviews, Accredited Dietician & Nutritionist Boris Kazakov, founder of ‘’Dietbiz’’ on all topics food and exercise! With more than 30 years experience in the health industry, Boris is devoted to taking care of the nutritional health needs and well-being of his clients. His extensive experience includes Weight Management, Nutrition & Sports, Nutrition & Cancer, Optimizing Health & Performance and Healthy Eating across the lifespan. Boris has also worked as dietician for many professional sporting teams including Perth Glory and the Western Reds – so his knowledge on sports nutrition is also second to none. As a by-product of this exposure, Boris is especially dedicated to men’s health and was only too happy to let Jo ask him anything & everything food & exercise! So, whether you’re a gym junkie, young Dad, middle aged or an octogenarian- you’ll be sure to learn something new. as myths are debunked and vital facts and stats shared.
Topics covered include:
· Recommendations – Food & Exercise
· Portions- Size and Colour!
· Supplements and Protein Shakes
· Healthy Weight and the ideal girth measurements
· Food for Fatigue
· Cancer and Nutrition
· Boosting Testosterone with food
· Healthy eating across the lifespan
· Facts, Fads and Fasting
If you’d like to make an appointment to see Boris for your own nutritional needs, you can email him at boris@dietbiz.com.au or phone +61 411 125 633 to contact him directly. He’s happy to have a chat no matter where you are in the globe, for initial advice and Telehealth consultations are available. Meanwhile, go to Boris’s website at www.dietbiz.com.au for more information.
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Make sure to have your notebooks and pens handy because Boris shares practical tips, diet ideas, and specific foods to help with your diet. He will also be clearing up a few misnomers that you might have believed and practiced for a long time. For example, eggs! How many eggs should a person have in a week and is the yolk unhealthy?
Aside from eggs, Boris will also share a few foods that have the possibility to increase testosterone (we know you want to know this as we are asked often!). He will further share a very simple yet helpful rationale of juicing vs eating the fruit as a whole.
Lastly, our guest will explain the importance of building muscle mass especially as people age, the right quantity of proteins in the diet, and the ideal number of minutes of exercise per week.
This episode is absolutely packed with tons of nuts-gets to remember. Yep, Boris also emphasises not just the importance of healthy oils but of peanuts as well.
Have fun listening!
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If you feel The Penis Project is valuable to you then, please review and subscribe as this will ensure more people get to hear what we have to say.
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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/profile.php?id=100085146627814
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/
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 Feb 24, 2022
74. Meet Peri-pain Pete. Let’s talk about pain in the perineum.
Thursday Feb 24, 2022
Thursday Feb 24, 2022
Today, we speak with Peri-pain Pete.
Pete is a 72-year old retired geologist who experienced pain in his perineum following prostate removal. Being a retiree who loves to cycle and is quite active sports wise, the peri-pain did affect his life.
When did the pain start? According to Pete, it was when his catheter came out that he noticed the pain. The pain is exacerbated by standing but is relieved when sitting or lying down. After much research, Pete didn't find any explanation as to the cause.
So... this episode will help us navigate through 'Peri-pain' and see what Pete did to resolve the issue. Then, Dr Jo will discuss a few possible causes of the pain plus a simple anatomy lesson. Melissa will also add information about medications and assessments. And lastly, this might be the first episode where Dr Jo teaches how to ‘subtlety’ do nuts-to-guts.
It's an interesting episode again this week! We hope the golden nut-gets from today's episode will help those experiencing the same pain as Pete had.
Have fun listening!
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If you feel The Penis Project is valuable to you then, please review and subscribe as this will ensure more people get to hear what we have to say.
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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/profile.php?id=100085146627814
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/
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

Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
73. Opening Pandora’s Box to Menopause with Dr. Tamara - What a man should know
Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
Perhaps you’re wondering what menopause has to do with the Penis Project podcast? Dr. Tamara and Melissa will help answer that!
This episode with Dr. Tamara will 'enlighten' men about the changes that may happen in a woman's body as they age.
Dr Tamara emphasises the importance of approaching 'these' changes holistically, the whole nine yards. What has this got to do with men? A LOT especially if you live with a woman!
Listen to the podcast to find out more and make sure to take some notes.
We hope that after listening to the episode, you will say 'Ah that's what's going on' and open the conversation with your partner. ;)
It's a little late for a Valentine's episode but the topics, remedies, and tips that Dr. Tamara and Melissa discuss are a great resource to understanding the different boxes a woman opens in each of her seasons.
Keywords are - holistically, multifactorial, and be emphatic.
Have fun learning and listening ~ not just about the penis but also about its partner! And don’t forget to check the show notes to know more about ThermiVa that Melissa mentioned and can be a great Valentine's gift!
Helpful links from the podcast:
· https://rshealth.com.au/resources/
If you feel The Penis Project is valuable to you then, please review and subscribe as this will ensure more people get to hear what we have to say.
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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/profile.php?id=100085146627814
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/
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