Liberating Menopause

We share biology—but our burnout is Bio individual. In this episode, Lisa Vasquez shines a light on the quiet resilience of women with disabilities—those who function through burnout, hormonal fluctuations, and systemic neglect while being judged for the very boundaries that protect their health. These women often hide their pain to appear “normal,” yet what they bring is brilliance: a different...

The Cost of Silence: When Burnout Becomes Breakdown - Burnout doesn’t always announce itself. It often hides in the body—disguised as fatigue, weight gain, cycle changes, brain fog, or the quiet ache of “something’s off.” In this segment, Lisa Vasquez speaks to the woman who’s been told she’s “Just tired,” “just aging,” or “just hormonal”—when in truth, her body is trying to speak. This isn’t...

Economic meets emotional impact" He doesn't just hold a child — he holds a signal.” To every man holding a child — know this: you're not just holding weight. You're holding legacy. This episode dives into what happens when fathers miss moments — not by choice, but because outdated policies and economic pressure make caregiving feel optional. Presents — cribs, diapers, formula — are counted in...

The Billion Dollar Surrender” Fatherhood begins with biology. Billions in paternity leave go unused — but what if claiming it improves productivity, home life, and emotional strength? Reclaiming paternity isn’t weakness; it’s a cellular calling to lead with purpose. When a child is on the way, it isn’t just the mother who transforms — men do, too. Fatherhood isn't a future role; it's a biological...

“When Men opt Out, Companies Cash In—And Families Lose Out. "Season 2 of Liberating Menopause begins with an unapologetic deep dive into the billion-dollar blind spot: men’s hormonal transitions and their denied role in supporting workplace equity and family healing. From infancy to andropause, men undergo hormonal shifts—but corporate culture treats them as immune, reinforcing pride-based...

“Hormones shift. Beauty doesn’t fade—it evolves. "In a world where women feel pressured to be “camera ready” before they feel emotionally ready, this episode breaks open the mirror. Lisa joins photographer Olga Filatova to unmask the myth of digital perfection and the daily exhaustion of hiding. What happens when makeup becomes armor, filters erase identity, and mirrors reflect only weakness? A...

For generations, women have been expected to push through—through symptoms, through caregiving, through impossible expectations—without disrupting the pace of work or showing signs of wear. But that pace was never sustainable. Not for our bodies. Not for our brilliance. Because slowing down isn’t stepping back—it’s stepping into the power of the pause. A pause that protects, that heals, that...

“Every company has a vision. Every woman deserves one too.” She traded her title, not her voice. From crayons to the keyboard—this is the invitation to begin again. In this episode, Lisa sits down with Charlotte Howard Collins—world-record-holding publisher, 8-figure business strategist, and the powerhouse behind Wealthy Women University—to explore what happens when women, at any stage of working...

Showing up sick isn’t dedication—it’s survival in a system that ignores worker well-being. "Why working through sickness isn’t a strength—it’s a symptom of a broken system. Brief Description: Many employees unknowingly fall into the cycle of presenteeism—pushing through illness, exhaustion, and mental burnout because workplace expectations leave no room for genuine recovery. But what happens when...

On today’s episode, we dive into a conversation that challenges the conventional narrative of aging. We explore how thoughtful self-care, combined with a clear understanding of legal realities, can empower women in the workplace to prepare for a safer, more independent future. Aging is inevitable, but the path we choose is a matter of intentional design. In this episode, legal advocate Shauna...