Six Hats

Dr Shamistra Barathan
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How women strive to find balance in their lives by juggling their 6 roles each day; woman, partner, daughter, mother, business owner and professional. I am an Integrative General Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in helping women find solutions for managing weight, female hormone imbalances, gut issues, anxiety, depression, chronic diseases and fatigue. Stress is a significant player in the development of chronic ailments. I was inspired to start this podcast to help women become aware of the connection of stress, lifestyle and nutrition with their health and how we can support one another to achieve balance and lead a healthy and fulfilling life.

  1. 5d ago

    Beyond Medicine: The Science and Art of Healing with Professor Paul Dieppe

    Modern medicine is extraordinarily good at diagnosing and treating disease. But is treating disease the same thing as healing? In this episode, Dr Shami speaks with Professor Paul Dieppe, physician, researcher and author of Healing and Medicine: A Doctor’s Journey Toward Their Integration. After a distinguished career in academic medicine and rheumatology, Paul's curiosity increasingly turned towards something conventional medicine often struggles to define: healing. Their conversation explores the idea that healing may involve much more than the treatment itself. The relationship between doctor and patient, feeling heard and understood, expectation, belief, meaning, intention and the context in which treatment is delivered may all influence the experience and potentially the outcome of healthcare. They explore the fascinating science of placebo and nocebo and ask whether we have underestimated the biological power of the therapeutic relationship. Disclaimer: The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast. Useful links: www.mintclinic.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  2. Oct 6

    Why We Need to Play Again: Movement as Medicine with Darryl Edwards

    What if the secret to becoming healthier wasn’t exercising harder but learning how to play again? In this episode of the Six Hats Podcast, Dr Shami sits down with Darryl Edwards, movement coach, author, international speaker and founder of the Primal Play Method®. Darryl’s own story is remarkable. After spending almost two decades working in investment-banking technology and living an increasingly sedentary lifestyle, he began rethinking his relationship with exercise and movement. That journey eventually led him to create Primal Play, an approach that combines movement, play and functional fitness to make physical activity something we actually want to do. Today, his work brings together exercise physiology, evolutionary biology, neuroscience and the psychology of play. His work has also expanded into lifestyle medicine, healthy ageing and exercise oncology. In this conversation, we explore why so many of us struggle to exercise consistently, what modern life has taken away from the way humans naturally move, and why joy may be one Why adults stop playing and what we lose when we do Connect with Darryl here: https://www.primalplay.com/ Disclaimer: The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast. Useful links: www.mintclinic.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. Sep 15

    Sexy Menopause: Reclaiming the Female Body, Pleasure and Power in Midlife with Lisa Fitzpatrick

    Menopause is often discussed through the language of symptoms: hot flushes, poor sleep, weight changes, brain fog and declining hormones. But what about sexuality, pelvic health, pleasure, confidence and our relationship with our changing bodies? In this episode, Dr Shami speaks with pelvic and sexual health physiotherapist and author Lisa Fitzpatrick about what she calls “The Feminine Shift”, the transition through menopause and midlife and the opportunity it can create for women to reconnect with themselves. Connect with Lisa here: https://www.sexymenopause.com/ Disclaimer: The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast. Useful links: www.mintclinic.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. Sep 2

    Is Obesity Really About Willpower? The Hidden Biology We've Been Missing with Dr Adaure Osuji

    Obesity has long been explained as a simple equation of eating too much and exercising too little. But what if that story doesn't explain everyone's biology? In this episode, Dr Shami sits down with physician and author Dr Adaure Osuji to discuss her thought-provoking new book, Obesogenic: The Quiet Biology Driving Black Obesity in a World Engineered to Make Everyone Sick. Together, they explore emerging ideas about insulin, metabolism, genetics, the microbiome, and why conventional models of obesity and type 2 diabetes may not fully explain what we see in every patient. Dr Osuji shares why she believes hyperinsulinaemia deserves far greater attention, introduces the concept of the "Glucose Hyper-Responder," and discusses how these ideas could influence the way we think about prevention, diagnosis and treatment. This conversation is not simply about weight loss. It's about understanding the biology that may sit upstream of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and many other chronic conditions, while recognising where current evidence is strong and where further research is still needed. Whether you're a healthcare professional or someone interested in understanding metabolic health more deeply, this episode will challenge you to think differently.   Disclaimer: The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast. Useful links: www.mintclinic.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. Aug 18

    The ADHD Advantage: Rewriting Success with Francine Freedman, ADHD Coach

    In this episode of SIX Hats, Dr. Shami sits down with ADHD coach and consultant Francine Freedman to explore the realities of high functioning ADHD in adults. Many people with ADHD appear successful on the outside with careers, businesses, families, achievements and yet internally feel overwhelmed, exhausted, emotionally dysregulated, or constantly “behind.” Francine shares practical insights into why ADHD is often missed in adults, particularly women and high achievers, and explains how understanding the ADHD brain can transform self-worth, productivity, relationships, and wellbeing. Together, they discuss nervous system regulation, burnout, masking, emotional overwhelm, procrastination, dopamine-seeking behaviours, and the importance of building systems that support,  rather than fight against — the ADHD brain. Disclaimer: The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast. Useful links: www.mintclinic.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  6. Aug 4

    5 Signs Men Ignore Before Burnout Hits with Dr Michael Wong, General Practitioner

    Burnout doesn’t always look like breaking down. For many men, it looks like continuing to function, going to work, supporting others, staying productive while quietly feeling exhausted, irritable, and disconnected. In this episode, Dr Shami explores the early signs of burnout that are often overlooked, and why recognising them early can make all the difference. This conversation offers a deeper understanding of how burnout develops, not just mentally, but physically,  through the nervous system, hormones, and lifestyle patterns. If you’ve been feeling “off” but can’t quite explain why, this episode will help you connect the dots. Connect with Dr Michael Wong at www.mintclinic.com.au Disclaimer: The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast. Useful links: www.mintclinic.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. Jul 21

    Is Your Home Making You Sick? The Hidden Impact of Mould with Nicole Bijlsma, Building Biologist

    In this episode, Dr Shami speaks with building biologist Nicole Bijlsma about the hidden health effects of mould and how your home environment may be contributing to chronic symptoms.Mould is more than just a cosmetic issue, it’s a biological exposure. When moisture sits in a home for more than 48 hours, microbes can proliferate and release toxins and airborne compounds that impact indoor air quality and health.  Connect with Nicole here: https://www.buildingbiology.com.au/ Disclaimer: The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast. Useful links: www.mintclinic.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  8. Jul 7

    Stress Reset Mini Series: Your Nervous System Needs Safety with Dr Shami

    You can’t heal in survival mode. In this episode, we explore:• The difference between a regulated and dysregulated nervous system • Why your body may feel “on edge” even when life looks fine • Simple ways to create internal safety (without overwhelming yourself) Because your body doesn’t need perfection. It needs signals that it’s safe. Download e-book here: https://payhip.com/b/Houir Disclaimer: The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast. Useful links: www.mintclinic.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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How women strive to find balance in their lives by juggling their 6 roles each day; woman, partner, daughter, mother, business owner and professional. I am an Integrative General Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in helping women find solutions for managing weight, female hormone imbalances, gut issues, anxiety, depression, chronic diseases and fatigue. Stress is a significant player in the development of chronic ailments. I was inspired to start this podcast to help women become aware of the connection of stress, lifestyle and nutrition with their health and how we can support one another to achieve balance and lead a healthy and fulfilling life.

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  • Creator
    Dr Shamistra Barathan
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Dr Shamistra Barathan
  • Show Website
    Six Hats

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