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From the host of Medicine or Myth? and Embarrassing Bodies Down Under. Night sweats, hot flushes, anxiety, insomnia, exhaustion, itchy skin, low libido, painful sex. Any of these sound familiar? Ninety per cent of women experience these symptoms some time between the ages of 40 and 60, but shhhhh...just suck it up, princess. And nobody mention the M word. Menopause and perimenopause (the hormonal roller-coaster years leading up to a woman's last period) are among our last taboo subjects.

Things You Can't Talk About On TV discusses embarrassing medical issues... in detail. Intimate, hilarious, descriptive yet completely factual detail.

The evidence is clear—almost half of all cases of dementia and cognitive decline are preventable. But sadly none are treatable. So what are the lifestyle changes that really make a difference to our brain health? And what can we do right now to preserve our quality of life as we age? Save Your Brain answers all these questions and more. As we age, dementia and Alzheimer's pose a serious threat to our health and wellbeing. To give us a running start in the fight against cognitive decline, Dr. Ginni Mansberg presents the latest evidence-based research on how to protect your most valuable asset.

How often does the average person masturbate? Does self-pleasure improve orgasms during sex? Is there such a thing as masturbating too much? Can it make you go blind?

Why are today’s parents feeling like failures, worried that their teens will ‘go off the rails’, won’t get through school, won’t find a job or will be overwhelmed by stress? With so many experts out there offering conflicting advice, how do parents know where to turn and who to trust? As both clinicians and parents, Dr Ginni Mansberg and clinical psychologist Jo Lamble know first-hand how challenging it can be to raise adolescents. In The New Teen Age, they team up to address both the physical and psychological issues faced by teens in this new age.

GP Dr Ginni Mansberg and over-sharing journalist Shelly Horton use the latest research and expert knowledge to shine a light on some of the most awkward medical issues – from haemorrhoids to erectile dysfunction. Just like with the first season, this podcast isn’t for the faint-hearted. Taboo health topics are discussed in intimate and descriptive detail, which will have you laughing while you’re learning. We suggest you use your earphones to listen, unless you brace yourself for some alarmed staring from eavesdroppers, and awkward questions from the kids.

Is it normal to never feel like having sex? How can libido be raised? Is there such a thing as having too much libido? How does porn influence libido levels?

Why can bumholes become itchy? What’s the best way to get rid of hair down there? What colour are bumholes meant to be? Is anal bleaching safe?

What is pre-cum? Why do we have pubic hair? How many burps are normal in a day? Do medications actually go off?

What colour should urine be? What makes wee smell? Is it normal to wet yourself? How do you fix incontinence?

How often should a person poo? What does the perfect poo look like? What causes floaters and skid marks? Why do some poos stink?

What length is the average penis? What causes erectile dysfunction? What is smegma? What is the best way to clean a penis?

What are haemorrhoids? Should spots be squeezed? How do you know if a lump is something to worry about? What does a genital wart look like?