Today's episode is with the incredible Elizabeth Payne. Libby is a 21-year-old Youth Activist with Plan International Australia, who has worked in the period advocacy space for over 4 years. During this time, she has written a number of articles for The Guardian and the Women’s Agenda on the importance of access to free period products, and the impact that the pandemic has had on exacerbating period poverty, on top of being interviewed by the SMH, SBS, and Triple J. This year she was part of Modibodi’s Menstrual Health Day ‘End Period Poverty’ activation, where she spoke on a panel alongside Modibodi’s founder Kristy Chong, and founder of Share the Dignity Rochelle Courtenay, on the importance of sustainable period products in the international development space.

Today's episode is with Amy Kate Isaacs, the Founder, Director and Principal Psychologist at The Mindful Collective. Amy Kate is first and foremost a dog mum and Therapy Dog Handler to Evie, an outgoing Italian Greyhound. She is also the Curriculum Director of GRLKND/ALLKND. She always has a few projects in the works so she is grateful for Evie’s energy and enthusiasm as it keeps her resilient. Together with her team, they are passionate about inspiring mindful and compassionate change in those who are part of our Collective – whatever that looks like for each individual!

Today’s episode is with Ashleigh Mason. Ash is a qualified Physiotherapist and Women’s Health Educator from Melbourne, with a special interest in trauma informed women’s health and chronic pain. In addition to holding a Master's Degree in Physiotherapy, Ash has also completed further studies in the field of women’s health including pre and post-natal health, and chronic pelvic pain. She is also passionate about holistic healthcare and is a self love and confidence coach.

Today's episode is with the incredible co-founder and CEO of the Australasian Birth Trauma Association, Amy Dawes. Amy is an effective advocate for bringing consumers, clinicians and researchers together to support women and families affected by birth-related trauma. In 2017, Amy launched the Australasian Birth Trauma Association (ABTA), she has established a not-for-profit organisation focused on the recognition and understanding of birth-related complications. With a multi-disciplinary advisory group of midwives, physiotherapists, obstetricians, gynaecologists, perinatal psychiatrists and clinical researchers, she is working to develop the resources and strategies to prevent and effectively manage birth-related trauma.

Today’s episode is with Kristy Chong, the founder and CEO of Modibodi®. Modibodi® is a revolutionary high-tech leak-proof underwear brand that empowers bodies of all ages, shapes and sizes to live a better life. Kristy is a mum on a mission, fash-tech entrepreneur and social advocate for women’s, men’s and non-binary health issues and rights. Beyond selling leak-proof apparel that empowers people's lives, Kristy is committed to empowering all bodies, no matter their socio-economic status, championing a more sustainable world, helping to end period poverty, and normalising conversations around all bodies and leaks. Kristy and Modibodi® live and breathe these core pillars and actively support causes and organisations that champion these values.

This week on Let's Talk, Period. Isabella chats with the lovely Chloe, Jas and Nat who are the founders of Bare Self. Bare Self is a wellness brand for women, encouraging self love and self care and through their new product Her Chocolate. This Brand was created by two sisters Chloe and Jas along with their Aunty Nat. They love helping real women live happier, healthier lives through wellness, and taking time for yourself.

Today's episode is with the incredible founders of The Spoonie Society, Helene and Dom! Dominique and Helene met through social media only just last year, after sharing their experiences with Endometriosis and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. It was then that The Spoonie Society was born! With Dom’s entrepreneurial spirit and marketing insight, and Helene’s knowledge around fashion design The Spoonie Society has just gone from strength to strength in the mere months that they’ve been running. Together Dominique and Helene hope that through The Spoonie Society, chronic illness sufferers will find their voice and help gain awareness on chronic illnesses.

Today's episode is with the powerhouse duo, Aussie/American best friends turned biz partners, Caroline and Annie, founders of Flossy! They dreamt up Flossy while sitting on the beach discussing our shared (and all-too-seedy) experiences buying sex toys. After talking to many other women about sex, pleasure and buying sex toys, they realised they weren't alone. Why is it that with something as important and integral to our wellbeing, leaves us feeling shameful, uninformed, and overwhelmed?

In today’s episode Isabella chats with the bright and knowledgeable Dr Maddy Walker! Dr Maddy is a qualified Acupuncturist, registered with AACMA and AHPRA. She believes that the healing abilities of Chinese Medicine are unique, just like every patient who walks through the door. She is passionate about helping her clients reach optimal health and well-being through natural medicine. She has a special interest in treating women’s health and fertility, cosmetic, emotional and digestive conditions. Maddy is passionate about treating Women's health not just because she wants to help others, but she has been going through her own chronic health journey for years, which still involves searching for the right professionals and receiving correct and helpful information.

What better way to kick off Adenomyosis Awareness Month than with the incredibly strong Jess Woolley, founder of @jesshasadeno and adenomyosis advocate. Jess started her instagram account in 2018 after finally being diagnosed with adenomyosis, after years of wondering what was wrong with her body. She has cultivated a following for speaking openly about her experiences with not only adenomyosis, but also mental health. Jess wants the lack of awareness for adeno to end, and for more people to be speaking openly about the condition.