Women Out Loud

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Women Out Loud is a bold and honest podcast reshaping the conversation around women’s health. Led by the Surf Coast Women’s Health Group and hosted by GP Dr Niamh Logue, physiotherapist Courtney Weybury and nurse Amy McElgunn, each episode explores real-life topics affecting women of all ages, from pelvic floor health and menopause to postpartum care, strength training and mental wellbeing. Based in Geelong and the Surf Coast, the show combines expert medical insight with everyday experiences to inform, empower and support listeners through every stage of life.

  1. 17h ago

    FULL SHOW: Endometriosis explained, period pain and getting the right diagnosis

    Endometriosis affects around one in 10 women, yet many spend years searching for answers before receiving a diagnosis. In this episode of Women Out Loud, host Lara Gerrish is joined by Dr Niamh Logue (GP), Courtney Weybury (Physio), Amy McElgunn (Practice Nurse) and special guest Dr Edwina Coghlan (Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist) for an honest conversation about one of the most misunderstood women's health conditions. Together, they explain what endometriosis is, why severe period pain should never be dismissed as "normal", and the signs and symptoms women should never ignore. The discussion also explores why diagnosis can take years, how treatment options have changed, and why surgery is no longer the first step for many women. The panel discusses chronic pelvic pain, pelvic health physiotherapy, fertility, hormonal treatments, mental health and the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to managing endometriosis. They also share practical advice for women who feel they aren't being heard and explain how to advocate for the care they deserve. Whether you've recently been diagnosed, suspect you may have endometriosis, or simply want to better understand the condition, this episode provides evidence-based information, practical advice and reassurance that you're not alone. Recorded at TNG Studios. 00:00 Introducing today's panel and endometriosis 00:57 What is endometriosis? 01:26 How common is endometriosis? 02:11 Why endometriosis causes pain 02:53 When period pain isn't normal 05:16 Meet Dr Edwina Coghlan 05:27 The biggest warning signs 09:03 Chronic pelvic pain explained 13:33 How physiotherapy can help 15:00 Is surgery always necessary? 18:06 Why women put up with pain 20:00 Advocating for yourself 23:45 Endometriosis, intimacy and relationships 26:00 Receiving an endometriosis diagnosis 27:54 Endometriosis and fertility 34:13 What happens if it's left untreated? 34:46 Pelvic health physiotherapy explained 37:30 Managing endometriosis long term 39:05 Taking back control of your health 40:36 Final advice and key takeaways Timestamps

    42 min

  2. May 14

    FULL SHOW: Healthy ageing, friendship and staying connected later in life

    In this episode of Women Out Loud, Amy McElgunn, Courtney Weybury and Dr Niamh Logue sit down with Geelong artist Lorraine Archibald for a candid conversation about ageing, women’s health and staying active later in life. Archibald reflects on how women of her generation were rarely encouraged to think proactively about ageing, with most health conversations focused on fertility and motherhood rather than preparing physically and mentally for later life. The discussion explores the role exercise, creativity, friendships and community connection play in healthy ageing, alongside the realities of vision loss, losing friends and maintaining independence as you get older. The hosts also discuss what women can do in their 40s, 50s and beyond to support long-term health, including strength training, nutrition, continence care, social connection and preventative healthcare. Surfcoast Women’s Health Group also shares how its integrated approach, including women’s health GPs, physiotherapy, Pilates, dietetics and mental health support, aims to help women stay strong, connected and well through every stage of life. This is an honest and practical conversation about healthy ageing, purpose and preparing early for the years ahead. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introducing Lorraine Archibald and healthy ageing10:00 – What ageing really feels like15:00 – Women’s health advice decades ago21:00 – Exercise, movement and staying strong26:00 – Singing, creativity and social connection32:00 – Friendship, grief and independence39:00 – Caring for ageing parents43:00 – Healthy ageing from the clinical perspective48:00 – Retirement, hobbies and staying connected

    52 min

  3. Apr 2

    FULL SHOW: Mammograms, media bubbles and the reality of women’s health

    In this episode of Women Out Loud, Amy McElgunn, Courtney Weybury and Dr Niamh Logue move from a candid conversation about online media and algorithms into a practical discussion about women’s health and preventative care. The episode centres on screening, with Dr Logue sharing her experience of having her first mammogram and unpacking the misconceptions that often stop women from booking in. The team explores why so many women delay checks, from fear and misinformation to time pressures and the mental load of everyday life. The conversation also breaks down what screening looks like across different life stages, including breast, bowel and cervical screening, and what factors like breast density mean for individual risk. The hosts reflect on the pressures facing the public system, rising bowel cancer rates in younger people and the challenges women face navigating cost and access to care. They also highlight how care is evolving, including self-collection cervical screening and the expansion of telehealth through Surf Coast Women’s Health Group, allowing the team to reach new patients and more women beyond the immediate local area. This is a practical and honest conversation about understanding your risk, navigating the health system and making preventative care a priority. Timestamps: 00:00 – Media, algorithms and online influence06:00 – First mammogram and common fears09:30 – Breast density and cancer risk explained12:00 – Why women delay preventative care15:00 – Screening updates and barriers to access30:00 – Telehealth and improving access to care

    44 min

  4. Feb 13

    FULL SHOW: Fighting for the right to play

    In this episode of Women Out Loud, Amy McElgunn, Courtney Weybury and Dr Niamh Logue unpack what happens when women have a team but not true belonging. The team is joined by Natalie Korfinsky, president of the Kyneton Women’s Football Club, along with players Marnie Vinall and Peta Pemberton. Together, they explore the personal toll, the leadership fight and the structural barriers shaping women’s sport in regional communities. The Kyneton story is one of resilience. After walking away from their previous club due to years of mistreatment and unsafe conditions, the players formed the independent Kyneton Wedge Tailed Eagles. Despite being unanimously accepted into the Central Victoria Football League for the 2026 season, the move was blocked following an eleventh hour appeal by their former league. From governance challenges to cultural resistance, this conversation looks at what inclusion actually requires. It highlights why women taking up space in sport is not a privilege, but a right.

    41 min

  5. 12/04/2025

    FULL SHOW: Rest, resentment and relearning how to stop

    In this episode of Women Out Loud, Dr Niamh Logue, Courtney Weybury and Amy McElgunn talk frankly about the cost of doing too much and why rest is anything but lazy. They unpack the pressure cooker of December: the expectations, the emotional load, and the guilt that comes with stepping back. From restless minds to overloaded calendars, the trio explores the science of rest, why women resist it, and how to reclaim it. Plus, the team shares practical ways to build in recovery time, challenge productivity culture and start the new year without burning out.

    48 min

  6. 11/06/2025

    FULL SHOW: ADHD, autism and embracing neurodiversity

    In this episode of Women Out Loud, teacher Wren Wilson and counsellor Melissa McKeegan join Dr Niamh Logue and Amy McElgunn for a powerful conversation about neurodivergence in women. They explore late diagnosis, parenting neurodivergent children, the toll of masking, and why ADHD and autism often go unrecognised in girls. From school reports to sensory overload, this episode uncovers the reality behind the label—and the freedom that comes with understanding your brain. Plus, the team talks about stigma, self-advocacy, and the cost of diagnosis in a system still catching up.

    1h 21m

  7. 10/02/2025

    FULL SHOW: Women in sport, motherhood and smashing stereotypes

    In this episode of Women Out Loud, Olympian Jenny Lyons and Geelong AFLW’s Kate Darby join Courtney Weybury and Amy McElgunn to talk sport, motherhood and what it takes to break barriers at every level. They unpack what it means to return to elite sport after kids, the realities of head injuries in female athletes, why girls still struggle for equal opportunity, and how outdated rules are finally changing—thanks to women like them. Plus, the hosts recap a big night at the Torquay Business Awards and share a candid Dolly Doctor segment on career pressure and invisible workload.

    1h 11m

  8. 09/03/2025

    FULL SHOW: Pelvic health, parenthood and asking better questions

    In this episode of Women Out Loud, GP Dr Niamh Logue, physiotherapist Courtney Weybury and nurse Amy McElgunn get candid about pelvic health, parenting and the ongoing juggle of work, life and relationships. They unpack the realities of being a woman in business, painful sex after birth, why pelvic floor exercises matter during pregnancy, and what happens when no one talks about vasectomies.Plus, a Dolly Doctor segment covering breast checks, libido and learning to speak up at the GP. Timestamps:4:00 Women in Business9:50 Dolly Doctor11:00 Pelvic Floor24:30 Working Mums32:00 Vasectomies

    43 min
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Women Out Loud is a bold and honest podcast reshaping the conversation around women’s health. Led by the Surf Coast Women’s Health Group and hosted by GP Dr Niamh Logue, physiotherapist Courtney Weybury and nurse Amy McElgunn, each episode explores real-life topics affecting women of all ages, from pelvic floor health and menopause to postpartum care, strength training and mental wellbeing. Based in Geelong and the Surf Coast, the show combines expert medical insight with everyday experiences to inform, empower and support listeners through every stage of life.

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  • Creator
    TNG Studios
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © TNG Studios
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    Women Out Loud

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