endokind
Hey, I’m Angie, a registered counsellor specialising in endometriosis and women’s health, and I'm so glad you're here (yes, you!).
While navigating my own journey with endo, it struck me how necessary – but almost non-existent – specialised mental health care is for our community. So I set out to change that!
I trained as a counsellor and created endokind, my private counselling practice, and a space for awareness, advocacy and community building.
Through this work, I've connected with so many incredible people all over the world. From healthcare and mental health professionals, to artists, advocates, academics and authors.
I wanted to create this podcast to give you backstage access to this diverse range of people, their stories and their work, with each episode offering valuable content that’s designed to support, inspire and empower you.
While we focus in on endometriosis, we also explore broader topics surrounding women's health, mental health, society, culture, the patriarchy, advocacy, and movement building.
This podcast is about stories. It tells a story, and it’s made up of stories. Because storytelling creates connection. And I’m fully convinced that connection can change the world.
Season One features 14 diverse and inspiring conversations, with a new episode every Thursday, 6:00am Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).
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Big love and thanks to Astrid for supporting Season One of the podcast, and to my dream team:
Artwork - Lynn Bremner
Music - Coda Chroma
Photography - Gang of Babes
Disclaimer: The content you hear on this podcast is of a general, educational nature and should never be interpreted as medical or mental health advice.
*endokind is proudly inclusive. While endometriosis predominantly affects women, it also affects transgender and gender diverse folks, and in very rare cases, cis men. We aim to avoid the use of gendered language where possible. There are times however when we discuss endo and the broader context of women's health care and women's lives. If this is sensitive for you, please take care while listening.
If you require immediate mental health support, please contact your local crisis support service. In Australia, you can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636.
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Shannon Cohn, Filmmaker and Social Impact Strategist, 'Below the Belt'
Our FIRST episode of the endokind podcast is with the amazing Shannon Cohn, American Filmmaker and Social Impact Strategist, and one of the biggest change-makers in the endometriosis space.
In this conversation, Shannon and I discuss our personal journeys with endometriosis, how we both transitioned careers due to health challenges, the powerful impact of storytelling, and the importance of self-care in advocacy work. We explore the creation of Shannon's film 'Below the Belt' and how it is a vehicle for larger social impact movements that are creating meaningful change in women’s health and endometriosis healthcare. 'Below the Belt' played an important role in my journey to create endokind, so it's only fitting that this is where the endokind podcast story begins.
Thanks so much for listening! I'm incredibly grateful.
If you enjoy this episode, please add a rating or review, and share it with someone else. Let's get it out there to people who might need it.
Many thanks to Astrid for supporting Season One of the podcast. Be sure to check out their excellent Endo Resource Hub.
Learn more about Shannon and her work: Endo What film, Below the Belt film, Endo What Instagram, Shannon's Instagram.
endokind links: website, Instagram.
Artwork by Lynn Bremner, Music by Coda Chroma, Photography by Gang of Babes.
DISCLAIMER: The content you hear on this podcast is of a general, educational nature and should never be interpreted as medical or mental health advice. Information and opinions shared may not suit your body or situation or resonate with you personally. Everyone is different. Take what resonates, leave the rest.
Always consult a medical or mental health professional to assess what’s right for you and your situation. Individualised healthcare for the win!
If you require immediate mental health support, please contact your local crisis support service. In Australia, you can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636. Please know that there is hope and help is available.
