The Vocal Pelvic Floor with Dr. Ginger Garner

Endo Advocacy Below the Belt with Filmmaker, Shannon Cohn

Dr. Ginger Garner Season 4 Episode 57

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In this powerful episode, Shannon Cohn—filmmaker, attorney, and social advocate—joins the show for an in-depth conversation about her groundbreaking work in women’s health advocacy. Shannon discusses her PBS documentary Below the Belt, executive-produced by Hillary Clinton, Senator Orrin Hatch, and Rosario Dawson, which reframes endometriosis as a critical social justice issue.

Shannon shares the deeply moving stories of four women navigating endometriosis, exploring themes of medical gaslighting, fertility struggles, and the urgent need for systemic change. She also highlights her ongoing campaigns, such as the Think Endo initiative in partnership with Mayo Clinic and Northeastern University, aimed at equipping frontline healthcare providers with tools to improve diagnostic and treatment timelines.

Whether you’ve been personally affected by endometriosis or are an ally seeking to understand and advocate, Shannon's insights will inspire you. Tune in to learn how you can join the movement to dismantle stigma, increase awareness, and drive actionable change in women’s healthcare.