Off With Your Coat

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Off With Your Coat is a refreshingly new women's health podcast, hosted by gen-well Founder & CEO, Cat Duff. Because women deserve more than one point of view, this show strips away the hierarchy and cuts through the wellness noise. With raw, honest, and sometimes cheeky episodes, Cat brings together doctors, natural medicine practitioners, and founders to share not just their credentials, but their real perspectives as women. The goal? To rebuild trust, spark dialogue (think east meets west), and empower women to make informed health decisions.

  1. 5d ago

    Weaning, Booby Monsters & Breastfeeding with Emma Pickett, IBCLC

    No one prepares you for breastfeeding success. And they certainly don't prepare you for weaning, let alone toddler weaning. Emma Pickett changes the game, providing true support that starts during pregnancy. If you've ever wondered whether breastfeeding is for you, how to feel most supported for the best outcomes, or how the heck to start the weaning process (what, why, how?!), this episode is for you. This week, Cat sits down with internationally recognized lactation consultant Emma Pickett, IBCLC, educator, author of Breastfeeding Beyond Infancy and The Breast Book, and host of the Makes Milk podcast for an honest conversation that starts with breastfeeding—but quickly becomes something much bigger. Together, they unpack motherhood, body autonomy, toddler weaning, perimenopause, and why so many women are left feeling like they're failing when, in reality, they've simply never been given the full picture. Emma explains why "low milk supply" is one of the biggest misconceptions in breastfeeding, how nursing benefits a mother's health long after birth, and why the overlap between breastfeeding, postpartum, and perimenopause deserves far more attention than it gets. They also dive into the emotional side of weaning—how to know when you're ready, how to support your child through the transition (yes, even if you're reading Booby Moon or battling your own little "booby monster"), and why ending your breastfeeding journey can feel like saying goodbye to one version of yourself while making space for another. This isn't an episode about doing motherhood perfectly. It's about trusting your body, questioning the narratives we've inherited, and making informed choices—without shame. In this episode: Why so many women believe they're "failing" at breastfeeding.The health benefits breastfeeding offers mothers—not just babies.The truth about breastfeeding beyond infancy.What "flooding" during perimenopause is and why more women should know about it.Gentle toddler weaning strategies that actually work.What happens physically and emotionally after you stop breastfeeding.Why women's health conversations can't exist in silos—and why every stage deserves better support.Because women deserve more than one point of view. Connect with Emma: Instagram Website Podcast Weaning Book for Children: The Story of Jessie's Milkies

    1h 22m

  2. Jun 7

    Nobody Told Me Women's Health Worked Like This PLUS Femme. Launch Reveal!

    What do weaning, mammograms, pelvic floor therapy, PMDD, and perimenopause all have in common? More than I ever expected. In this solo episode, I'm sharing a personal update on my own health journey—from weaning after nearly two and a half years of breastfeeding to navigating shifts in my PMDD symptoms, getting my first mammogram because of my family history of breast cancer, and beginning pelvic floor therapy (which has been far more eye-opening than I anticipated). What I've learned is that women's health is rarely about one symptom, one diagnosis, or one specialist. Everything is connected. And often, the most important skill we can build is learning how to advocate for ourselves. I'm also excited to share the third and final pillar of gen-well: femme. femme. is an intimate supper series designed to bring women together across disciplines, backgrounds, generations, and perspectives for nuanced conversations about women's health. We'll gather clinicians, founders, advocates, and women with lived experience—including voices from both Eastern and Western medicine—to explore the topics that deserve more curiosity, context, and conversation. Because the future of women's health won't be built in echo chambers. It will be built when women come together to learn from one another. Our founding supper focused on perimenopause—a life stage that affects millions of women yet remains widely misunderstood, under-discussed, and too often reduced to a handful of symptoms. The goal? More connection. More conversation. Less hierarchy. And a growing collection of shared wisdom that helps women feel informed, empowered, and less alone. Because women deserve more than one point of view. I'd love to hear from you: What topics would you like to see us tackle at future femme. suppers? Make sure you are following @genwellofficial, and subscribe to the pod wherever you stream!

    19 min

  3. May 21

    Let’s Move Beyond Performative Wellness: Healing, Ritual & Spirituality with Jiji Kenney

    Can we please stop with the performative wellness?  Why are we blindly participating in trends without understanding their purpose — or whether they actually fit our unique needs? What if we took a page from cultures that have long understood healing differently: through ritual, community, nervous system safety, and real connection. This week on Off With Your Coat, Cat sits down with Jiji Kenney, founder of Luruh (to fall gently), an Indonesian-rooted monthly gathering for women centered around communal healing, intentional ritual, and embodied wellness. After her own trauma, difficult postpartum experience,  and the pressure of “snapback” culture, Jiji began questioning what wellness in the Western world actually means when it’s practiced, not just performed. This conversation is grounding, honest, and deeply human — a reminder that healing may have less to do with perfection and more to do with ritual, connection, and community. Because wellness was never meant to be a performance. Connect with Jiji and learn more about Luruh and the upcoming gathering dates here!

    1h 6m

  4. May 14

    Are Peptides Too Good to Be True? Women’s Health, GLP-1s & Longevity with Dr. Penelope McDonnell (Part II)

    Why does it feel like everyone is either on a peptide stack, promoting one, or thinking about starting? Are they actually safe? Effective? Overhyped? In Part 2 of Off with Your Coat, Cat Duff sits back down with Naturopathic Doctor Dr. Penelope McDonnell for a candid conversation on the wellness topics taking over everyone’s feeds: peptides, GLP-1s, inflammation, longevity, and the foundational habits women are skipping in the pursuit of optimization. Dr. McDonnell breaks down why she believes we’re still in the “AOL dial-up era” of peptide therapy, the safety concerns no one online seems to be talking about, and why sourcing and personalization matter more than ever. They also dive into: Cancer prevention –why disease seems to be hitting women, younger & younger GLP-1s, micro-dosing + metabolic healing Gut health, inflammation + the viral “seed cereal” for everyday Travel wellness hacks and lymphatic drainage Functional testing + women’s hormone health Therapy, burnout, sleep, and longevity If you’ve been peptide-curious — or completely overwhelmed by wellness trends — this episode brings nuance, context, and honesty back into the conversation. Connect with Dr. M: Instagram Practice

    46 min

  5. May 7

    Why Women Are Turning to Naturopathic Medicine with Dr. Penelope McDonnell (Part I)

    What is a naturopath—and where does this kind of care fit into women’s health today? In this two-part episode, Cat sits down with Dr. Penelope McDonnell for a candid conversation on fertility, menopause, inflammation, peptides, longevity, and the future of personalized medicine. Dr. McDonnell has been part of Cat’s health journey for nearly a decade—supporting everything from breast cancer prevention (with strong family history), fertility prep, miscarriage recovery and hormone support, and postpartum care, all alongside traditional medical doctors. This episode explores what can happen when women build a collaborative care team instead of feeling forced to choose one side or the other. Where one approach falls short, another can offer support—and together, they can help women feel informed, proactive, and truly seen. We also dive into root-cause medicine, hormone health, genetics, nervous system regulation, wellness misinformation online, and why nuanced conversations around miscarriage, menopause, libido, and aging matter so much. This is a conversation about balance, prevention, modern science, ancestral wisdom—and empowering women with more options, not more fear. You can connect with Dr. M:  Instagram Her Practice

    1h 5m

  6. Apr 30

    Bringing Sexy Back to Women’s Health (Hint: It’s the Basics) with Danielle Raniolo

    The idea that the basics of health are “unsexy” is officially over. Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, fertility challenges, or simply seeking to optimize your health, this conversation delivers practical, science-backed insights on what actually moves the needle. Cat sits down with Danielle Raniolo, Founder & Women’s Health Coach, to explore why foundational habits—nutrition, movement, sleep, nervous system regulation, and toxin reduction—are the most powerful tools for long-term health, hormone balance, and longevity. And we have some fun along the way. As Danielle is Cat’s college best friend and former roommate, this conversation blends science, lived experience, and compassionate perspective with a dose of nostalgia, laughter, and real-life reflection. Key Takeaways Danielle’s whole-body approach to women’s health: full-body leadership Strength training for lean muscle, metabolic health, and longevity (how and when to start) Functional medicine and uncovering root causes, including autoimmunity Acute vs. chronic inflammation and its impact on the body Balancing cardio, resistance training, and recovery for long-term health The importance of personalized lab testing (thyroid, metabolic, nutrient markers) Foundational supplements: creatine, magnesium, vitamin D, omega-3s Nutrition strategies: fiber, diversity, and plant-forward protein Nervous system regulation through acupuncture, movement, and mindfulness Fertility optimization and when to consider medical support And so much more Connect with Danielle Instagram  Sign up for The Root Newsletter: Fertility  Sign up for The Root Newsletter:  Perimenopause

    1h 40m

  7. Apr 23

    Are Your Wild Mood Changes Starting In Your Gut? PMS & PMDD Explained with Roma Vishwanath-Deutsch

    Do you feel like the wheels are coming off the wagon before your period… every single month? Anxiety. Irritability. Short fuse. Emotional overwhelm. Sometimes even depression. And then we’re told to just push through it—like PMS is a throwaway term and suffering in silence (with Advil and a heating pack) is normal. But what if PMS and PMDD, a more severe, cyclical form of premenstrual symptoms that can significantly impact daily life, relationships, and functioning—isn’t “just hormones”? What if it’s something more complex… and something we’ve been missing? In this episode, we sit down with Roma Vishwanath-Deutsch, founder of Pinkmatter, to unpack the real story behind cyclical mood changes—and why the gut, brain, and hormones are far more interconnected than most of us have been told. Cat and Roma share their personal experiences with PMDD, and reflect on how storytelling can help dismantle stigma and reshape how we talk about women’s mental health. This conversation goes beyond quick fixes. We get into the systemic roots of PMS and PMDD, the science behind the gut-brain axis, and what it actually looks like to support your body in a way that feels sustainable, personalized, and stigma-free. If you’ve ever felt dismissed, confused, or overwhelmed by your symptoms—this one is for you! Resources & Links: Pinkmatter Resources & Foundational Cycle & Microbiome Support Pinkmatter and Roma on Instagram Pinkmatter on TikTok Let’s Keep the Conversation Going: If this episode resonated, share it with a friend! Subscribe, rate, and follow @genwellofficial for more conversations like this.

    1h 19m

  8. Apr 16

    We Deserve More: The Truth About Women’s Healthcare, Trust, and Taking Back Control with Nikki Vinckier

    Do you trust the healthcare system? And more importantly—do you know how to make the most of what you have access to? Let’s cut through the BS! In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on women’s healthcare—where the gaps are, why they exist, and what it actually looks like to advocate for yourself in a system that wasn’t built for you. I’m joined by Nikki Vinckier, women's health advocate, physician and author of We Deserve More, for a conversation that is honest, nuanced, and—at times—uncomfortable in the best way. Because women don’t need more noise. We need better information, real context, and the tools to make decisions with confidence. We get into: Why women’s healthcare feels broken—and how medical training and systems contribute to it The reality of postpartum care in the U.S. (and why so many women feel unsupported) Mental health, motherhood, and the pressure to “bounce back” How to advocate for yourself in a doctor’s office (what to ask, what to push back on) The difference between traditional vs. concierge care—and who actually has access Social media, misinformation, and how women are being misled about birth control + wellness What trauma-informed care really means—and why it matters The impact of legislation, insurance, and privilege on women’s health outcomes Navigating contraception, fertility concerns, and making decisions without fear Where alternative + integrative medicine fits in—and how to think about it with nuance Why lived experience matters—and how women can drive real systemic change This isn’t about rejecting medicine. It’s about understanding it—so you can navigate it on your terms. Because you deserve more than one point of view. And you deserve care that actually sees you. Resources & Links: Resources & Links: We Deserve More: How Reproductive Healthcare Is Broken and What We Can Do About It –Grab the book!Take Back Trust — Provider Visit Planner Relinquished by Gretchen Sisson Connect with Nikki Vinckier: ⁠Instagram⁠TikTok

    1h 19m
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8 Ratings

About

Off With Your Coat is a refreshingly new women's health podcast, hosted by gen-well Founder & CEO, Cat Duff. Because women deserve more than one point of view, this show strips away the hierarchy and cuts through the wellness noise. With raw, honest, and sometimes cheeky episodes, Cat brings together doctors, natural medicine practitioners, and founders to share not just their credentials, but their real perspectives as women. The goal? To rebuild trust, spark dialogue (think east meets west), and empower women to make informed health decisions.

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  • Creator
    gen-well
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © gen-well
  • Show Website
    Off With Your Coat