by Period Reality
Women’s bodies are cyclical, but the world we live in isn’t. In Not Designed for the Grind, gynaecologist Dr. Katerina Bambang and Period Reality founder Marlou Cornelissen talk about women’s health, hormones and cycle awareness. They break down what’s really happening in our bodies, share insights from medicine and real life, and explore how understanding the menstrual cycle can change the way we live, work and lead.
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May 15, 2026
<p>A landmark moment in women's health calls for a quick celebration. Marlou and Dr Kat break down the news that PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) has been renamed PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome). They explore why the old name was so misleading, why this change is about so much more than semantics, and how the new name finally reflects the full picture of hormones, metabolism, and long-term health. This minisode also touches on the importance of ethnic variation in diagnosis and what this shift means for earlier intervention, better research, and real patient empowerment.</p><p><br />A Call for Stories: Do you have experience with PCOS — now PMOS? Share your story with us at <a href="mailto:podcast@periodreality.org" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">podcast@periodreality.org</a><br />Medical Note: The content shared in this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult your own healthcare provider for personal medical guidance.</p><p><br />Music: Monique Hasbun / Algo Así (Instrumental Version) / courtesy of <a href="http://www.epidemicsound.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">www.epidemicsound.com</a></p>
April 20, 2026
<p>Season one is nearly complete, but we're holding the final episode for something special. In this short bonus update, Marlou shares why Episode 8 is worth the wait, including an exciting guest and a look ahead to Season 2. She also reflects on the power of lived experience and why your stories matter more than any textbook. Plus, a glimpse into the Skoll World Forum in Oxford and what it means to be in a room full of people daring to build a better world.<br>We want Season 2 to include your voice. Share your story with us at <a href="mailto:podcast@periodreality.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@periodreality.org</a>.</p>
April 12, 2026
<p>The ovulatory phase is often framed as a time of peak energy and magnetism, but for many, it is a reminder of a cycle that is not functioning as it should. Marlou and Kat explore the realities of ovulation and painful periods, from the exhaustion of navigating chronic conditions such as endometriosis to the years-long wait for a diagnosis. They reflect on why the menstrual cycle should be treated as a vital sign, how to recognise when pain is a signal rather than an inconvenience, and why “powering through” is often a symptom of a system that lacks answers. This episode is a call to listen to your body’s baseline and an acknowledgement that, for too many, the luteal phase is spent bracing for impact rather than feeling connected.<br>Medical Note: The content shared in this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult your own healthcare provider for personal medical guidance.<br>Music: Monique Hasbun / Algo Así (Instrumental Version) / courtesy of <a href="http://www.epidemicsound.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.epidemicsound.com</a></p>
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Women’s bodies are cyclical, but the world we live in isn’t.
In Not Designed for the Grind, gynaecologist Dr. Katerina Bambang and Period Reality founder Marlou Cornelissen talk about women’s health, hormones and cycle awareness.
They break down what’s really happening in our bodies, share insights from medicine and real life, and explore how understanding the menstrual cycle can change the way we live, work and lead.
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