The Vulvalution | Podcast Guru

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Join Mathilde and Sabrina — master’s students in Women’s+ Health at UBC — as they dive into women’s+ health with curiosity, humour, and zero shame. Featuring leading clinicians and researchers, they make complex science feel human, accessible, and actually fun. Together, they unpack what you didn’t learn in school, answer the questions you’ve always had, and explore what the latest research really says about women’s+ health. This is the women’s+ health podcast you’ll actually want to listen to. Like what you hear? Join the Vulvalution!

Recent Episodes

#12 What the heck is my Pelvic Floor?

What exactly is the pelvic floor, and why should we care about it? In Episode 12 of The Vulvalution, we’re joined by physiotherapist Jodie Pulsifer to break down everything you’ve ever wanted to know about pelvic floor health. We chat about what pelvic floor physiotherapy actually involves, who can benefit from it, prolapse, what to expect during an appointment, treatment options, Kegels, and what you can do day-to-day to support your pelvic health. No shame, no awkwardness — just evidence-ba...

66 MIN

#11 HPV: Prevention, Screening and Cervical Cancer

HPV is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections, yet it remains widely misunderstood. What is HPV? Who is at risk? Can it be prevented? And what does it really mean if you test positive? In this episode of The Vulvalution, we're joined by Laurie Smith, RN, to answer the most common questions about HPV and provide clear, evidence-based information on prevention, screening, and care. We discuss the different types of HPV, how the virus is transmitted, its connection to cervical a...

49 MIN

#10 Nutrition and Women's+ Health

Nutrition advice is everywhere, but what does a healthy diet actually look like, especially for women? In this episode of The Vulvalution, we’re joined by registered dietitian Nilou Deilami to unpack the fundamentals of nutrition and separate fact from fiction. We explore the role of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in supporting overall health, energy levels, and well-being. We also discuss key nutrients that are particularly important for women, including iron and vitamin D, and why defic...

55 MIN

#9 What is PMOS (PCOS)?

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Cheung to discuss Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS), formerly known as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a condition that affects approximately 1 in 8 women worldwide. We explore the hormonal and metabolic factors involved, common symptoms, challenges with diagnosis, and evidence-based approaches to management. Dr. Cheung shares expert insights to help listeners better understand this complex condition and its impact on women's health, parti...

40 MIN

#8 Understanding Endometriosis

Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 people with a uterus—yet it can take years to be diagnosed. Why? In this episode of The Vulvalution, we’re joined by Dr. Paul Yong, a leading expert in pelvic pain and endometriosis, to break down what endometriosis actually is, why diagnosis is often delayed, and what treatment options look like today. We cover symptoms, sexual pain, fertility, the overlap with IBS, and bust common myths. 🎧 If you’ve ever wondered whether your pain is “normal,” this episode ...

48 MIN