Episode 8: REIGNITING CREATIVITY IN PERI/MENOPAUSE with Shannon Funchess of Light Asylum

In this episode Shannon Funchess, BIPOC Menopunk and fierce artist/activist behind brilliant darkwave synth icons Light Asylum goes deep into myth busting the mysteries and misinformation that shroud menopause with host Alicia J. Rose. Their wide ranging chat goes from building community to counter the peri/menopause education desert, to confronting systemic medical neglect of BIPOCA women/AFAB, to learning how to cite quality of life to help access HRT. They also dive into Shannon's creative process with Light Asylum and discuss the power of reigniting creativity while combating the meno symptom minefield and ramping up the whisper network into a MOTHERF 🤘CKING GOTH SHRIEK ⭐️🖤 👻⚡️ We are huge fans of Shannon’s incredible voice and visionary art! So honored to welcome her into the Menopunks conversation!❤️‍🔥😍⚡️

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⚡️MENOPUNKS IS A MISINFORMATION SHATTERING FEATURE DOCUMENTARY AND PODCAST ABOUT PERI/MENOPAUSE AND THE CREATIVE PROCESS SEEN THROUGH THE LENS OF DEFIANT GENX MUSICIANS AND ARTISTS, TRAILBLAZING DOCTORS AND OPINIONATED CELEBRITY CULTURE BEARERS ⚡️ 🎬 @ajrhq ❤️‍🔥⚡️

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CREATED/HOSTED BY: ⁠⁠ALICIA J. ROSE⁠⁠

DESIGN: ⁠⁠JEN SBRAGIA⁠⁠

DISTRO: ⁠⁠RUINOUS MEDIA⁠⁠

Theme Song: ⁠⁠PARTY WITCH⁠⁠

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Shannon Funches and Light Asylum

02:01 Navigating Menopause: A Shared Experience

06:05 The Impact of Medical Racism on Women's Health

09:57 Understanding Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

16:04 The Historical Context of HRT and Women's Health

20:02 Creativity and Aging: Shannon's Artistic Journey

29:45 The Physical Toll of Menopause on Performance

35:31 Navigating Career Transitions and Creative Challenges

36:07 The Impact of Health on Creativity

38:29 Hormonal Health and Its Effects

41:19 Understanding Hormone Replacement Therapy

44:33 The Importance of Quality of Life in Healthcare

47:28 The Societal Implications of Hormonal Health

50:36 The Intersection of Gender, Health, and Politics

53:18 The Economic and Social Consequences of Healthcare Inequities

01:05:32 Healthcare and Control

01:07:13 Empowerment and Revolution

01:08:35 Cultural Shifts and Generational Change

01:10:42 Art as a Catalyst for Change

01:12:01 The Power of Community and Advocacy

01:14:55 Reclaiming Autonomy and Quality of Life

01:19:05 Intersectionality in Healthcare

01:21:43 The Future of Advocacy and Change

01:30:57 Navigating Menopause: A Personal Journey

01:33:49 Understanding Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

01:36:55 Self-Titration and Personalization of HRT

01:40:11 The Importance of Finding the Right Provider

01:42:51 Quality of Life and Hormonal Optimization

01:45:54 Exploring Additional Treatments and Therapies

01:54:41 The Importance of Hormone Replacement Therapy

01:55:38 Real-Life Experiences with Hormone Therapy

01:56:56 Understanding Hormonal Symptoms

01:58:12 Misdiagnosis and Medical Misunderstandings

02:01:23 Medical Misogyny in Women's Health

02:03:25 The Need for Education in Menopause

02:06:35 The Role of Artists in Advocacy

02:10:05 Exploring Alternative Remedies

02:12:08 Aging Well and Hormonal Balance

02:14:10 Exploring Herbal Remedies and Generational Knowledge

02:15:13 Empowerment Through Knowledge and Advocacy

02:17:35 Future Aspirations and Activism

02:22:03 The Fight for Women's Health Awareness

02:28:58 Uncovering Historical Injustices in Women's Health