Powered by RND

The Cyclist

Jess Quinn and Katherine Douglas
The Cyclist
Latest episode

Available Episodes

5 of 10
  • How Food Helped Us Heal: The Two Raw Sisters Story
    In this open, honest, and hilarious episode, we’re joined by the incredible Rosa and Margo from Two Raw Sisters for a conversation that’s as empowering as it is entertaining.Margo shares her journey with chronic fatigue and endometriosis, and how years of navigating symptoms led her to a deeper understanding of her body and health. Rosa opens up about her experience with RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport) as a young high-performance athlete, and the pivotal moment that shifted everything in her healing journey.Together, they reflect on how food became a foundational part of their recovery, not just as nourishment, but as a tool for joy, connection, and transformation. What started as a personal path to healing has since evolved into a movement, with Two Raw Sisters inspiring thousands to eat and live more intuitively.With their signature humour, wisdom, and no-BS approach, Rosa and Margo talk about the power of slowing down, tuning in, and rewriting the rules when it comes to health and healing.This is a feel-good, deeply real episode that reminds us all that wellness doesn’t have to be rigid, it can be raw, messy, joyful, and uniquely yours.Follow & Connect:✨ Instagram: ⁠@wearethecyclist⁠✨ Website: ⁠www.wearethecyclist.com⁠We’re so glad you’re here - hit play, subscribe, and let’s learn to cycle better together.
    --------  
    1:00:28
  • Beyond Endo: What You Deserve to Know About Your Body with Dr Fiona Connell
    In this open, honest, and insightful episode, we’re joined by the brilliant Dr. Fiona Connell for an empowering conversation that pulls back the curtain on women's health - from navigating endometriosis and medical gaslighting, to understanding the menstrual cycle and advocating for the care you deserve.Dr. Fiona shares her expertise on what a healthy menstrual cycle actually looks like - breaking down the hormonal shifts, symptoms, and signs that are often misunderstood or overlooked. She offers a clear, compassionate guide to what’s "normal," what’s not, and why so many women are left in the dark about their own bodies.We dive deep into the reality of living with endometriosis and why a multidisciplinary approach - bringing together GPs, specialists, physiotherapists, dietitians and more - is so crucial for truly effective care. Fiona also speaks candidly about the widespread issue of medical gaslighting, and why self-advocacy in the healthcare system has become such an essential (but exhausting) part of so many women's journeys.From decoding your cycle to reclaiming your voice in medical spaces, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever felt dismissed, confused, or let down by the system.This is an eye-opening, validating, and empowering conversation about knowing your body, standing your ground, and rewriting the narrative around women's health.Whether you're living with endo, learning about your cycle, or fighting for better answers - this one’s for you.Follow & Connect:✨ Instagram: @wearethecyclist✨ Website: www.wearethecyclist.comWe’re so glad you’re here — hit play, subscribe, and let’s learn to cycle better together.
    --------  
    59:19
  • When Your Body Doesn’t Work the Way You Hoped with Bree Tomasel
    In this open and deeply personal episode, we sit down with the hilarious and heartfelt Bree Tomasel (@breetomasel) to talk about the messy, emotional, and often misunderstood side of women’s health.Bree shares her experience living with endometriosis and PCOS - from the symptoms she brushed off for years to the moment she finally got answers. She opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of navigating fertility in a same-sex relationship and how hormones and chronic pain have played such a huge role in her life. We also chat about advocating for yourself in a medical system that doesn’t always listen, the grief that comes with feeling let down by your body, and why talking out loud about the hard stuff matters more than ever.This episode is raw, real, and incredibly important - especially for anyone trying to understand their body, support a loved one, or simply feel less alone.Follow us on Instagram @wearethecyclist and join the conversation
    --------  
    54:42
  • Let's Talk About Sex (like really talk about it) with Jo Robertson
    In this open, honest, and deeply validating episode, we’re joined by the incredible Jo Robertson (@jorobertson.therapy) for a no-holds-barred conversation about sex, shame, and everything we were never taught about our bodies.Jo opens up about the most common struggles she sees in her therapy room - from painful sex and post-UTI fear, to differing libidos, low desire, and the emotional weight that comes with trying to conceive. She shares how disconnection from our bodies, unrealistic expectations, and a lack of education are quietly shaping the way so many of us experience intimacy.We unpack what it means to rewrite your sexual story, how to communicate your needs without guilt, and why the idea of being “broken” is not only false - but deeply harmful. Jo also reflects on how infertility can shift your relationship with your partner, your body, and your sense of self - and why compassion is key through it all.From quiet shame to conscious healing, this conversation is a powerful reminder that your experience is valid, your pleasure matters, and you are so not alone in how you feel.This is a tender, affirming, and myth-busting episode that opens the door to more empowered, informed, and authentic intimacy - whatever that looks like for you.Whether sex feels painful, pressured, or just confusing—this one’s for you.Follow & Connect:✨ Instagram: @wearethecyclist✨ Website: www.wearethecyclist.comWe’re so glad you’re here — hit play, subscribe, and let’s learn to cycle better together.
    --------  
    1:02:11
  • Endo, Mental Health & Fertility with Tima Savea
    In this open, honest, and feel-good episode, we’re joined by the lovely Tima Savea (@timasavea) for a heartfelt conversation that unpacks the often unseen layers of womanhood - from living with endometriosis and navigating fertility, to mental health, painful periods, and the emotional toll that so often goes unspoken.Tima opens up about her personal journey with endometriosis - the pain, the confusion, the delays in diagnosis - and how it’s impacted her fertility journey and relationship with her body. She shares what it’s been like to advocate for herself in a system that often dismisses women’s pain, and the strength she’s found through vulnerability, faith, and support.We also dive into her experience with mental health - the highs, the lows, and the importance of speaking out. Tima reflects on how hormonal shifts and chronic pain have affected her emotionally, and how she’s learning to give herself grace through it all.From her raw reflections on womanhood and motherhood to the power of sharing our stories out loud, this episode is a gentle reminder that you're not alone in what you’re feeling - and that healing comes in many forms.This is a vulnerable, empowering, and soul-nourishing conversation about trusting your body, finding light in hard moments, and breaking the silence around menstrual and reproductive health.Whether you’re living with endo, on your own fertility journey, or just craving a safe, real space to feel seen - this one’s for you.For Jess' Period Underwear Recommendations: ⁠Boody⁠⁠Awwa ⁠⁠Bonds⁠Follow & Connect:✨ Instagram: @wearethecyclist✨ Website: ⁠www.wearethecyclist.com⁠We’re so glad you’re here — hit play, subscribe, and let’s learn to cycle better together.
    --------  
    46:38

More Health & Wellness podcasts

About The Cyclist

The go-to women’s health podcast for real, honest conversations about hormones, periods, PCOS, endometriosis, fertility, and the rest. Hosted by Jess Quinn & Katherine Douglas, we dive into all things women's health and help you to demystify owning a female body— with expert advice and real stories to help you feel empowered and informed. If you’re tired of being dismissed and want to decode your body, this podcast is for you. Subscribe now and let's learn to cycle better together.
Podcast website

Listen to The Cyclist, Health Report - Full program podcast and many other podcasts from around the world with the radio.net app

Get the free radio.net app

  • Stations and podcasts to bookmark
  • Stream via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth
  • Supports Carplay & Android Auto
  • Many other app features
Social
v7.17.1 | © 2007-2025 radio.de GmbH
Generated: 5/10/2025 - 3:42:33 PM