Fernwood Unfiltered

Fatigue. Bloating. Brain fog. Hormones that feel completely out of whack. For so many women, these symptoms become background noise, something to push through rather than pay attention to. But what if your body is actually trying to tell you something?In this episode of Fernwood Unfiltered, host Georgie Tunny sits down with women’s health expert, speaker, and author Nat Kringoudis to unpack one of the most talked-about and most misunderstood topics in women’s health: inflammation. Nat breaks down what inflammation actually is, why it matters so much for women specifically, and the everyday habits that could be quietly driving it.Drawing on her background in Chinese medicine and integrative health, Nat offers a grounded, practical approach to understanding what your body is communicating and how to start working with it, not against it. Whether you’re dealing with hormonal symptoms, persistent fatigue, or just a general sense that something’s off, this episode will help you connect the dots.What You’ll Learn:What inflammation actually is, and the everyday signs women often overlook - Why inflammation is such a key issue in women’s health specificallyHow inflammation shows up in conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, PMS, and perimenopause - The link between gut health, stress, cortisol, and chronic inflammationPractical daily habits to reduce inflammation naturally, including food, sleep, and movementWhether anti-inflammatory supplements are worth it, and where to start this weekAbout Nat Kringoudis: Nat Kringoudis is a women’s health expert, speaker, and author specialising in hormones, fertility, and overall wellbeing. With a background in Chinese medicine and integrative health, Nat is passionate about helping women better understand their bodies — particularly the connection between hormones, inflammation, and long-term health.Through her work, Nat empowers women with practical, evidence-informed strategies to support their health from the inside out, challenging the idea of quick fixes and encouraging a more holistic, sustainable approach to wellbeing.

Pleasure isn't something you've missed the boat on, or a part of yourself you're too late to reconnect with. So many women were simply never taught how their own desire and arousal actually work, and then quietly wonder why they feel disconnected from it. For many, the preconceived ideas we absorbed about what sex "should" look like are the very thing standing between us and intimacy that actually feels good.In this episode of Fernwood Unfiltered, host Georgie Tunny sits down with qualified sexologist Laura Miano for an honest, expert conversation about sex, desire and how to reconnect with your body on your own terms. Laura breaks down the myths so many of us grew up with to share practical, judgement-free insight you can actually use. Whether you've felt disconnected from your body, you're unsure of what you really want, or you've struggled to put it into words with your partner, this episode will change the way you think about pleasure and intimacy.What You'll Learn:Why so many women were never taught how their own pleasure works, and why that's a starting point, not a personal failingHow emotional safety and connection shape desire, and why your needs shift day to day and stage to stageThe truth behind common libido myths, and the idea that sex has to follow a "sequence"Simple, empowering ways to get curious about what you want, and to actually talk to your partner about itAbout Laura Miano:Laura Miano is a qualified sexologist and the founder of MC Sexology, specialising in helping women better understand their bodies, desire and relationships. Her work focuses on breaking down stigma and creating safe, empowering conversations around intimacy, pleasure and sexual wellbeing.Laura is passionate about supporting women to reconnect with themselves, build confidence, and develop a deeper understanding of what feels good for them, both physically and emotionally. She believes that when women break away from preconceived ideas about sex and get curious about their own desires, they can approach intimacy in the way that uniquely appeals to them, on their own terms.

Anxiety isn't a flaw to fix or a feeling you have to wait out before you're allowed to live. It's a normal, protective emotion, and for many women, the pressure to feel "ready," to be confident, or to be happy all the time is quietly holding them back from the things that matter most.In this episode of Fernwood Unfiltered, host Georgie Tunny sits down with speaker, author and anxiety expert Dr Jodi Richardson for an honest, expert conversation about why so many women feel constantly overwhelmed and what to actually do about it.Jodi cuts through the myth that we should feel happy all the time to share practical, evidence-based tools you can start using now. Whether you're stuck in your head, caught in the "just push through" cycle, or waiting to feel ready before you take the leap, this episode will change the way you think about anxiety.What You'll Learn:Why anxiety is a normal, protective emotion and why fighting it can make things worseHow avoidance quietly heightens anxiety over time, and how to recognise it in yourselfThe real link between anxiety, hormones, and the different stages of a woman's lifeSimple, practical tools to move forward with anxiety, even when you don't feel readyAbout Dr Jodi Richardson:Dr Jodi Richardson is a speaker, educator, author and host of the award-winning Well, Hello Anxiety podcast. With a PhD in Medicine and a background in exercise physiology, she is passionate about making the science of anxiety and wellbeing accessible, translating research into practical strategies that help women understand themselves, navigate life's challenges with greater confidence, and thrive.She is the author of Anxious Kids and Anxious Mums and presents to schools, workplaces and communities across Australia. Jodi believes anxiety doesn't have to stand in the way of an incredible life; when we learn to understand it rather than fight it, we can move forward with it and open up far more opportunity, growth and confidence than we ever expected.

Sleep isn’t a treat you earn at the end of a productive day. It’s a biological necessity, and for many women, it’s being quietly undermined by stress, hormonal shifts, and the pressure to simply push through.In this episode of Fernwood Unfiltered, host Georgie Tunny sits down with Behavioural Sleep Medicine Specialist Meagan E. Crowther for an honest, expert conversation about why women are disproportionately affected by poor sleep and what to actually do about it.Meagan cuts through the noise of trendy sleep advice to share evidence-based, practical strategies you can start using now. Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, postpartum exhaustion, or just the relentless hum of a busy life, this episode will change the way you think about rest.What You’ll Learn:Why sleep deprivation hits women differently and why it’s not just tirednessThe real relationship between stress, your nervous system, and sleep qualityHow hormonal changes across your life stage affect your sleep architecturePractical, sustainable strategies to improve your sleep starting tonightAbout Dr Meagan Crowther:Meagan E. Crowther is a Behavioural Sleep Medicine Specialist with a background in circadian science, helping women understand and improve their sleep without relying on medication. Her work focuses on the powerful connection between sleep, stress, and the nervous system. Particularly across key life stages such as hormonal changes, pregnancy, and postpartum.Meagan is passionate about cutting through the noise of modern sleep advice, empowering women with practical, evidence-based strategies to support their sleep in a realistic and sustainable way. She believes sleep is not a luxury, but a fundamental pillar of health, and a powerful act of self-respect.

Women’s health is complex, and too often, women are left feeling unheard, dismissed, or unsure how to advocate for themselves in medical settings.In this episode of Fernwood Unfiltered, we sit down with global expert in AI and women’s health, Dr Ariella Heffernan-Marks, to unpack the reality of the gender health gap and what women can do to take back control of their health.Dr Ariella shares her personal experience of being dismissed while navigating chronic migraines, and how that led her to build Ovum, a FemTech platform designed to empower women with personalised, intelligent healthcare. Together, we explore why so many women second-guess their symptoms, what’s being overlooked beyond reproductive health, and how to confidently speak up in medical appointments.Whether you’ve ever felt dismissed, confused, or simply want to better understand your body, this episode offers practical tools and powerful perspective to help you feel more informed, confident, and in control.What You’ll Learn: Why women are often dismissed in healthcare systemsThe reality of the gender health gap beyond reproductive healthHow to trust your intuition when it comes to your bodyPractical ways to advocate for yourself in medical appointmentsCommon conditions that are overlooked or misdiagnosed in womenHow preparation and knowledge can change your health outcomesAbout Dr Ariella Heffernan-Marks:Dr Ariella Heffernan-Marks is a global expert in AI and women’s health and the founder of Ovum, a FemTech platform designed to close the gender health gap through intelligent, personalised care. Her work is focused on empowering women with the tools, data, and confidence to better understand their bodies and advocate for their health.