Scoot Closer

Resting Rage Face Media
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Scoot Closer is where curiosity meets advocacy—and the simple truth that women’s health is human health takes center stage. Hosted by two sisters, we explore the issues impacting women’s bodies, minds, and lives—many of which are under-researched, misunderstood, or flat-out ignored. We dig into emerging science, technology, and grassroots advocacy, spotlighting the people and movements pushing women’s health forward. Whether you're here to understand your own health, support someone you love or get fired up about what still needs fixing—scoot closer, we’ve got citations and strong opinions.

Episodes

  1. When the Bump Drops

    OCT 20

    When the Bump Drops

    Every year, 1 in 10 babies in the U.S. are born too soon, and at least 50% of preterm births happen without any early indicators or warning. But what if we could predict preterm labor earlier and more accurately? In this episode, we sit down with Zhenya Lindgardt, CEO of Sera, a company developing an early diagnostic test that can identify risk for preterm labor at a better rate than traditional solutions, and perhaps change the story for millions of moms and babies. Nerd out with us and learn about pregnancy proteins, clinical trials, and the long road to making new discoveries.

    44 min
  2. Mind the Gap

    SEP 4

    Mind the Gap

    Imagine going into labor and realizing the nearest delivery ward is over an hour away. For millions of women, that’s not a nightmare, it’s reality. These regions, known as maternity care deserts, are spreading, leaving moms and babies without the care they deserve. In this episode, we explore why these deserts exist, who suffers most, and how cuts in Medicaid funding are making matters worse. Then, we turn to Dr. Amanda Williams, who is at the forefront of efforts to make pregnancy and childbirth safer and more equitable across the U.S. Because safe delivery shouldn’t depend on your zip code.

    47 min
  3. Urine Trouble

    JUN 30

    Urine Trouble

    Urinary tract infections are common, but so are misdiagnoses, poor treatment protocols, and dismissed symptoms. In Episode 3 of Scoot Closer, we dive into the burning realities of UTIs: why they're often mistreated, how the healthcare system lets patients down, and what science is doing to help. We’re joined by two incredible guests - Phiogen’s CEO Amanda Burkardt and Live UTI Free's founder, Melissa Kramer - who bring insight, empathy, and action to the field. Whether you've had one UTI or dozens, this episode might change the way you see your care.

    54 min
  4. Unwellness Checks

    MAY 5

    Unwellness Checks

    Why are we still using cold metal duck lips invented in the 1800s that treat our vaginas like car jacks? In this episode, we dig into the standard women’s wellness visit and explore the fresh tech and bold ideas giving the checkup a long-overdue glow-up. We also chat with the co-founder of Revyn, who’s giving the speculum a much-needed makeover.

    40 min

  5. APR 1

    Big Hormone Energy

    A research drug that could help lactating parents in times of crisis and scarcity? We had questions, so we read the study (yes, the whole thing), poked at the science, and asked what this really means for breastfeeding and infant care. Spoiler: we still think Fed is Best.

    34 min
  • 5 Episodes

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Scoot Closer is where curiosity meets advocacy—and the simple truth that women’s health is human health takes center stage. Hosted by two sisters, we explore the issues impacting women’s bodies, minds, and lives—many of which are under-researched, misunderstood, or flat-out ignored. We dig into emerging science, technology, and grassroots advocacy, spotlighting the people and movements pushing women’s health forward. Whether you're here to understand your own health, support someone you love or get fired up about what still needs fixing—scoot closer, we’ve got citations and strong opinions.

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  • Creator
    Resting Rage Face Media
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Resting Rage Face Media
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    Scoot Closer