The Gynarchy with Dr. Kirti Patel
Welcome to The Gynarchy, a podcast where women's health and feminism intersect. Hosted by Dr. Kirti Patel, a board-certified ob/gyn with over 25 years of experience, this podcast dives deep into the topics that matter most to women.
From the realities of childbirth and menopause to cultural trends and global women’s issues, we cover it all. This isn't just another health podcast—it's a space where we acknowledge the barriers women face in a patriarchal world and challenge the status quo. Expect candid conversations with top experts and inspiring guests who bring their unique perspectives to the table.
Our mission is to empower women with knowledge and support, helping you take charge of your health and your life. Join us on this journey as we break through the barriers of the patriarchy and envision a new world led by The Gynarchy.
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Inclusivity statement: The Gynarchy is created for an audience of girls, women, and those assigned female at birth with a focus on their health and experiences. For ease of storytelling we often use she/her pronouns, however the Gynarchy is committed to inclusivity of all gender identities and sexual orientations. We are committed to building a world where where everyone can feel seen, heard, and valued.
Episodes
39 episodes
Episode 38: Feminist Art: Cross-Stitch with Stephanie Rohr
In this episode of The Gynarchy Podcast, we talk with cross-stitch artist and author Stephanie Rohr about feminist art, fiber crafts, and how she turned a traditional “women’s hobby” into a bold, subversive creative business that challenges nor...
Episode 37: Understanding Fibroids with Cheruba Prabakar, MD
In this episode of The Gynarchy Podcast, we talk with board-certified OB/GYN and minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon Dr. Cheruba Prabhakar about fibroids, one of the most common conditions affecting women. We cover what fibroids are, how the...
Episode 36: Fitness Basics with Laurel Beversdorf and Sarah Court, DPT
In this episode of The Gynarchy Podcast, we talk with physical therapist Dr. Sarah Court and strength and conditioning coach Laurel Beversdorf of Movement Logic about the fundamentals of exercise for women. We cover how to start exercising safe...
Episode 35: Money Matters with Julie Praline
In this episode of The Gynarchy Podcast, we talk with financial consultant and coach Julie Praline aka “The Wealth Visionnaire” on Instagram, about women, wealth, and financial empowerment. With over 20 years of experience in corporate finance ...
Episode 34: Gut Health with Kaveh Hoda, MD
In this episode of The Gynarchy Podcast, we talk with gastroenterologist and host of the House of Pod podcast, Dr. Kaveh Hoda, aka “fiber zaddy”, about gut health, the microbiome, and how to have a healthy digestive system without a fe...
Episode 33: The New Rules for Women’s Health with Meghan Rabbitt
Welcome to Season 4 of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with award-winning health journalist and author Meghan Rabbitt about how women can better understand, advocate for, and take charge of their health.In Episode 33: The New R...
Episode 32: Healthy Relationships with Holly Wood, PhD
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with licensed marriage and family therapist, and AASECT certified sex therapist, Dr. Holly Wood about healthy romantic relationships.In”Episode 32: Healthy Relations...
Episode 31: Sexual Harassment with Arghavan Salles, MD, PhD
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with Dr. Arghavan Salles, a surgeon, researcher, and national leader in diversity, inclusion, and equity, on the topic of sexual harassment In “Episode 31: Sexu...
Episode 30: Egg Freezing with Aimee Eyvazzadeh, MD
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with ob/gyn, fertility specialist, and host of The Egg Whisperer Show, Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh, about the growing trend of egg freezing as a fertility preservation option.&nbs...
Episode 29: Perimenopause with Jila Senemar, MD
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with a board-certified ob/gyn, menopause specialist, and longevity medicine doctor, Dr. Jila Senemar, about a very confusing time of life: perimenopause.In “Episode ...
Episode 28: All About Birth Control with Shieva Ghofrany, MD
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with Dr. Shieva Ghofrany, an ob/gyn with over 25 years of experience and co-creator of a Tribe Called V (a virtual platform for education on all things women’s health), abo...
Episode 27: Pain with Sex with Sadaf Lodhi, MD
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with board-certified ob/gyn, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, Fellow of the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health, and host of the Muslim Se...
Episode 26: Healthy Sleep with Angela Holliday-Bell, MD
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell, a board certified physician, certified clinical sleep specialist, author of the book Sleeping on the Job, and founder of The Solution is Slee...
Episode 25: Resist with Sammy Kanter
Welcome to the Season 3 premiere of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with Sammy Kanter, founder, chief media strategist, content creator, & a new media producer at Girl and the Gov, a politics-focused communications platform, about...
Episode 24: Real Facts About the HPV Vaccine with Amanda Selk, MD
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with ob/gyn and past president of the Canadian Colposcopy Society, Amanda Selk, MD, to share some facts and debunk myths about the human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine.<...
Episode 23: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) with Disha Narang, MD
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with endocrinologist and obesity and culinary medicine specialist Dr. Disha Narang about a common but misunderstood medical condition, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).&n...
Episode 22: Working With a Doula with HeHe Stewart
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with HeHe Stewart, an experienced doula, founder of the Tranquility by HeHe Maternity Concierge service, creator of The Birth Lounge childbirth education program, and...
Episode 21: The Ob/Gyn Doctor Shortage with Neel Shah, MD
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I am speaking with Dr. Neel Shah, an ob/gyn, Chief Medical Officer of Maven Clinic, visiting scientist at Harvard Medical School, and advisory board member of the National Institu...
Episode 20: Shattering Glass Walls with Amy Diehl, PhD
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I am speaking with information technology leader, gender equity researcher, and co-author Amy Diehl, PhD about her book Glass Walls: Shattering the Six Gender Bias Barriers Still ...
Episode 19: The Fashion Industry: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly with Tara West
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I am speaking to award-winning fashion stylist, lifestyle blogger, and podcaster Tara West about the positives and negatives of the fashion industry.In “Episode 19: The Fas...
Episode 18: Women: Society’s Safety Net with Jessica Calarco, PhD
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I am speaking to sociology professor, award-winning teacher, expert on families, school, and inequalities, and author, Jessica Calarco, about her book Holding it Together: How Wom...
Episode 17: Global Women’s Voices: Afghanistan with Mina Sharif
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I am speaking to Afghan women’s rights activist and writer Mina Sharif about the dire situation of women and girls in Afghanistan.In “Episode 17: Global Women’s Voices: Afg...
Episode 16: Menstrual Rights with Sydney Ramon
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I am speaking to the National Policy Coordinator for Period, Sydney Ramon, about the critical topic of menstrual health equity.In “Episode...
Episode 15: The Sex Ed Crisis with Danielle Bezalel
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I'm speaking to sex educator and executive producer and host of The Sex Ed with DB Podcast, Danielle Bezalel, aka “DB”, about the deeply flawed state of sexual health educat...
Episode 14: Reflections of a Black Physician in America with Uché Blackstock, MD
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, I am thrilled to feature emergency physician, founder of Advancing Health Equity, and author Dr. Uché Blackstock to discuss her New York Times be...