The Dusty Muffins

The Dusty Muffins
Podcast Description
Welcome to The Dusty Muffins, where three menopause specialists unite to inspire, empower, and uplift you through the wild ride of menopause and perimenopause. We're here to answer your burning questions, educate, and advocate with a touch of humor and a lot of heart. Whether you're curious, confused, or ready for authentic discussion, pull up a chair and join us. Remember: while we're clinicians, we're not your doctors. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. We encourage you to partner with your own medical clinician to address your unique health needs. This is The Dusty Muffins, where menopause meets sisterhood and strength!
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Content Themes
The podcast addresses a range of themes centering around menopause, including myths about perimenopause, the importance of hormone therapy, and personal journeys in menopause expertise. Episodes feature discussions on topics like the necessity of contraception during menopause, managing hormone therapy safely, and preparing for doctor visits, all infused with humor and actionable advice.

Welcome to The Dusty Muffins, where three menopause specialists unite to inspire, empower, and uplift you through the wild ride of menopause and perimenopause. We’re here to answer your burning questions, educate, and advocate with a touch of humor and a lot of heart. Whether you’re curious, confused, or ready for authentic discussion, pull up a chair and join us. Remember: while we’re clinicians, we’re not your doctors. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. We encourage you to partner with your own medical clinician to address your unique health needs. This is The Dusty Muffins, where menopause meets sisterhood and strength!
CONTACT:
Rebbecca Hertel, DO, MSCP
Osteopathic Midlife Health
Rebbecca Hertel Consulting, LLC
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Aoife O’Sullivan, MD, MSCP
Portland Menopause Doc LLC
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Christine Hart Kress, DNP, MSCP
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In a Dusty Muffins first, Dr. Aoife O’Sullivan (MD, MSCP), Dr. Christine Hart Kress (DNP, MSCP), and Dr. Rebbecca Hertel (DO, MSCP) pass the mic to three Gen Z/Millennial men—including two of their own sons—for a hilarious and unexpectedly insightful reaction to Oprah’s Menopause Revolution (now streaming on Disney+/Hulu).
Meet the Panel:
Ethan (19) – Rebbecca’s son
Aiden (27) – Christine’s son
Aaron (23) – The podcast’s editor
What You’ll Hear:
‼️ “Wait, hot flashes do WHAT?!” – Their most surprising takeaways
💡 Surprising things they already knew (and where they learned them)
❤️ Why every guy should watch this documentary
🎤 The Muffins’ proud (and sometimes very amused) reactions
Perfect For:
• Women who want to see how menopause education lands with young men
• Parents curious about what their kids actually understand
• Anyone who loves generational perspectives with a side of humor
Connect With The Muffins:
✨ Dr. Aoife O’Sullivan: @portlandmenopausedoc
✨ Dr. Rebbecca Hertel: @drrebbeccaherteldo
✨ Dr. Christine Hart Kress: @christinehartkress_dnp
Equal parts heartwarming and laugh-out-loud funny, this episode proves menopause education isn’t just for women—it’s for everyone who loves them.
Subscribe for more boundary-pushing (and generation-bridging!) menopause conversations.
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