Black Menopause & Beyond

About Black Menopause & Beyond

My name is Anita Powell. I'm a 50-year-old black female born in the UK I am suffering from the symptoms of perimenopause. A few years ago, I noticed that my body was responding different to how it used to be. Conversations with my peers and they too were noticing changes. I felt my overall health was deteriorating. As a 40 something year old woman I never really explored the topic of my health; I just lived it but not optimised on my health. After research I realised that I need to rethink my behaviour and take care of me. Within the podcast I will be discussing the Menopause, Midlife, and Beyond, looking at life from my perceptive, a black female, exploring health and lives of women. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/black-menopause-and-beyond (http://supporter.acast.com/black-menopause-and-beyond). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Publisher

Anita Powell

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

21 May 2021

Latest episode

1 Dec 2025

Latest episodes

39 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Dec 2025

   “Community, Care & Midlife Truths”

   🎙️“Community, Care & Midlife Truths” Black Menopause & Beyond In this week’s episode of Black Menopause & Beyond, Anita takes you on a thoughtful journey through the conversations shaping midlife for women today. From walking into Parliament for the Rebuilding Trust: Tackling Inequity in Menopause Care report launch, to witnessing Black women showing up in force as allies at a prostate-cancer theatre event, Anita explores how the barriers affecting Black women’s health are strikingly similar to the challenges Black men face in prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment. Anita also dives into: ✨menopausal women are turning to vitamins and supplements ✨Skincare and ageing ✨A brand-new segment — GLP-1 Corner, where Anita shares her personal Mounjaro journey. Did you know that the perimenopausal women are the main purchasers of GLP1 according to Dr Linia Patel Dietician. This episode blends advocacy, humour, lived experience, and cultural truth-telling — highlighting how Black women continue to hold communities together, even when the world doesn’t always see it. If you’re navigating midlife, menopause, identity, health changes, or simply looking for a space where your experiences make sense — this one’s for you. Follow the podcast on Instagram: @blkmenobeyond And remember: You are not alone. 💛 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/black-menopause-and-beyond (http://supporter.acast.com/black-menopause-and-beyond). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

2. 

   5 Nov 2025

   PauseLive, GLP-1 and Protecting Your Peace

   🎙️ Episode Title: PauseLive, GLP-1 and Protecting Your Peace 💬 Episode Description: In this episode, host Anita Powell reflects on a year of growth, balance, and reclaiming her power — from attending the inspiring PauseLive menopause event to marking her one-year anniversary on Mounjaro (a GLP-1 injection). Anita opens up about her real experience with GLP-1 — how it helped her lose nearly four stone, reverse pre-diabetes, improve her sleep and energy, and find a new sense of control over her health during menopause. She also keeps it real about the side effects, hydration, fibre, and the importance of holistic self-care. This honest, relatable conversation explores: ✨ How menopause awareness has evolved — and why representation matters 💉 What GLP-1 medications do, and how they can support hormonal balance in midlife 👩🏾🤝👩🏽 The joy and healing power of friendship and “finding your village” 🕰️ And a soulful reminder that “spare time isn’t spare — it’s your time.” An empowering and heart-centred episode for any woman navigating menopause, midlife, or her next chapter with purpose and peace. 🎧 Listen, reflect, and join the conversation. Follow @blkmenobeyond @blackwomeninmenopause and @menopause_alliance on Instagram for updates and community events. #BlackMenopauseAndBeyond #MenopauseAwareness #GLP1 #MidlifeHealth #WomensWellbeing #RepresentationMatters #BlackWomenInMenopause Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/black-menopause-and-beyond (http://supporter.acast.com/black-menopause-and-beyond). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

3. 

   31 Oct 2025

   Restart of podcast

   Welcome to Black Menopause & Beyond — a warm, honest, and empowering space created by me, Anita Powell. I’m a menopause advocate, co-founder of Black Women in Menopause, founder of Menopause Alliance CIC, and a proud Black woman navigating midlife with intention. This podcast is for every woman who’s ever been told to keep quiet, who’s felt unseen or unheard during her menopause journey, and who’s now ready to speak up. Each episode dives deep into the physical, emotional, and cultural aspects of menopause, midlife, and beyond. Expect conversations with health experts, lived-experience stories, myth-busting, laughter, reflection — and yes, real talk about what it’s like to be a Black woman in midlife today. Whether you’re perimenopausal, post-menopausal, or supporting someone who is — this podcast is your community. Together we’ll explore topics like symptom management, mental health, identity, body confidence, relationships, and purpose. Where to Listen & Connect: 🎧 Available on all major podcast platforms — Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more 📸 Instagram: @blkmenobeyond (https://www.instagram.com/blkmenobeyond) 📧 Email: Hello@menopausealliance.org 💖 Support the podcast & our peer-support work: ko-fi.com/anitapowell (https://ko-fi.com/anitapowell) Why This Podcast Matters: Too often, Black women’s menopause experiences are left out of the mainstream conversation. I’m changing that. With every episode, we create space for truth, advocacy, and sisterhood — because menopause isn’t the end of the story. It’s the beginning of a powerful new chapter. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/black-menopause-and-beyond (http://supporter.acast.com/black-menopause-and-beyond). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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