The Gynarchy with Dr. Kirti Patel
Welcome to The Gynarchy 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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Medical disclaimer: The content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Episodes
21 episodes
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 ...
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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...
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Episode 19
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45:53
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...
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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...
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Episode 17
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Episode 13: Healthy Eating for Women with Nisha Patel, MD
Welcome to season 2 of The Gynarchy Podcast! We’re kicking off the new year with an episode on healthy eating with Dr. Nisha Patel, an internal medicine physician who specializes in obesity, menopause, lipid, cardiometabolic health, and c...
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Episode 12: Global Women’s Voices: India with Nisha Pahuja
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I have the honor of featuring Nisha Pahuja, an Indian-Canadian documentary filmmaker of the Emmy-nominated The World Before Her and the Oscar- and Peabody-nominated To Kill...
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Episode 11: Declines in Marriage and Childbirth with Jody Willson, JD
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I am excited to be joined by Jody Willson, a former business attorney for over 20 years, now a high conflict divorce expert and coach, a family court reform activist, and a legislative ...
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Episode 10: Intimate Partner Violence with Amy Kaufman
Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions about intimate partner violence, including accounts of abuse, trauma, and its impact on mental and physical health. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is affected by int...
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Episode 9: Medications and Sexual Dysfunction with Rachel Rubin, MD
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I am delighted to have Dr. Rachel Rubin, a board-certified urologist, fellowship trained sexual medicine specialist, researcher, and director at large for the International Society for ...
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Episode 8: All Things Menopause with Sameena Rahman, MD
Welcome to another essential episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I am honored to be joined by Dr. Sameena Rahman, board certified ob/gyn, sexual medicine specialist, and NAMS certified menopause medicine specialist, to discuss the often mis...
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Episode 7: Risks of Vaginal Birth with Jocelyn Fitzgerald, MD
Welcome to another crucial episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I am privileged to have Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald, a board certified ob/gyn and urogynecologist, and Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology in the Division of Urogynecolo...
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Episode 6: Racism in Women's Healthcare with Camille Clare, MD
Welcome to another vital episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I am honored to have Dr. Camille Clare, a board-certified Ob/Gyn, chair and tenured professor at Downstate Health Sciences University, and professor of health policy and managemen...
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Episode 5: Feminist Icon: Taylor Swift with Kelly Joy, MD
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I am thrilled to have Dr. Kelly Joy, a fellow ob/gyn and Swiftie, join me for a fun episode to discuss the impact of Taylor Swift as a feminist icon.In "Feminist Icon: Taylor Swi...
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Episode 4: The State of IVF and Fertility Medicine with David Sable, MD
Welcome to another essential episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! In this episode, I am honored to be joined ob/gyn, reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist, life sciences investor, and professor Dr. David Sable, to discuss the stat...
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Episode 3: Attacks on Abortion and Birth Control with Diane Horvath, MD
Welcome to another important episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! In this crucial discussion, I am honored to have Dr. Diane Horvath, a board certified ob/gyn, complex family planning physician, and abortion provider, join me to discuss the pressin...
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Episode 2: Myths about the Vulva and Vagina with Jessica Pin
Welcome back to The Gynarchy Podcast! In this insightful episode, we are joined by women’s health activist, educator, and nonprofit founder Jessica Pin to debunk some of the harmful myths about women’s anatomy, specifically the vulva and vagina...
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Episode 1: Feminism 101 with Malia Funk
Welcome to The Gynarchy Podcast! In this premiere episode, I am thrilled to have Malia Funk, a former startup founder, young finance professional, and passionate women's health advocate, join me for a fun and inspiring chat on the basics of fem...
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