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Whether you’re folding laundry, commuting to work, or simply need a screen break, podcasts are a brilliant way to learn about your menstrual cycle.
We’ve curated a list of the best podcasts covering everything from cycle science to period positivity. Time to press play and get educated!
What it’s about: Hosted by Alex (producer and gender studies expert) and Michelle (women’s health practitioner), The Periodical Pod delivers candid conversations about the entire spectrum of women’s health, with a special focus on menstrual health and breaking period taboos.
Why we love it: This Brisbane-based podcast doesn’t hold anything back, covering topics you might be too embarrassed to ask about elsewhere. With expert guests and real-life stories that both educate and entertain, the hosts are on a mission to transform the narrative around periods from “annoying/painful/dirty” to something women recognise as their superpower.
What it’s about: Hosted by Dr. Kathryn B.H. Clancy, a biological anthropologist and former writer for Scientific American, Period Podcast approaches menstruation science through an intersectional feminist lens. Why we love it: Dr. Clancy breaks down complex scientific topics in accessible ways, covering everything from PMS and PMDD to managing your period while camping. She also explores fascinating topics like the vaginal microbiome, the evolution of menopause, and the health consequences of inaccessible menstrual hygiene.
What it’s about: Hosted by Jessica Weiss and Stefanie Kleinburd, The Flow Down is all about period positivity, menstrual equity, and body literacy.
Why we love it: This podcast combines practical advice with inspiring stories from menstrual advocates around the world. The hosts create a warm, inclusive atmosphere that makes learning about your cycle feel like chatting with knowledgeable friends.
What it’s about: Amanda Laird, a holistic nutritionist and menstrual health educator, hosts conversations about reproductive health, menstrual equity, and body literacy.
Why we love it: Heavy Flow takes a feminist approach to menstrual health, addressing taboos and offering practical advice for menstruators of all ages. Amanda interviews fascinating guests, including doctors, activists, and educators, about everything from endometriosis to sustainable period products.
What it’s about: Through an intersectional feminist perspective, hosts Anney and Samantha dive into science, history, and culture to make sense of the everyday and unpack the stories that brought us to where we are today. This podcast aims to better understand the challenges facing women and marginalised folks all over the world and highlights the tools we can use to tackle them head-on.
Why we love it: The hosts combine thorough research with delightful humour, making complex topics both accessible and entertaining. Their period-related episodes cover menstruation taboos, period pride, menstrual cups, PMS myths, TSS, and period tracking apps — all with a refreshing intersectional approach that considers how these issues affect different communities.
What it’s about: Hosted by long-distance best friends Aminatou Sow and Ann Friedman (and produced by Gina Delvac), this podcast covers everything from politics to pop culture, including plenty of period talk.
Why we love it: Their candid conversations include discussions about “period brain,” pelvic power, futuristic tampons, using cannabis for cramp relief, and the concept of paid menstrual leave. Their authentic friendship creates a comfortable space for honest period conversations.
What it’s about: OB/GYNs Dr. Jenn Conti and Dr. Erica P. Cahill host this podcast about reproductive health, offering medical expertise in an approachable way.
Why we love it: These doctors break down complex medical topics while maintaining a conversational tone. They cover menstruation, birth control, fertility, abortion care, and other reproductive health topics with compassion.
What it’s about: Hosted by Nicole Jardim, a certified women’s health coach, this podcast focuses on menstrual health and hormonal balance.
Why we love it: Nicole and her guests offer practical strategies for addressing period problems from a holistic perspective. Topics include healing PCOS naturally, managing perimenopause, and the connection between stress and your cycle.
What it’s about: This southern-focused feminist podcast, hosted by Anita Rao and Sandra Davidson, explores politics, culture, and identity, including menstrual health topics.
Why we love it: Their episodes on period politics and public health bring important perspectives to the menstruation conversation. Guests have included pubic hair stylists, microbiologists discussing the public health implications of period politics, and various experts in women’s health.
What it’s about: I created The Well Woman Podcast as a space where we can have honest conversations about the topics many people find uncomfortable. Yes, I’m talking poo, periods, and sex! After 18+ years in the health industry, I’ve found that these “taboo” topics are exactly what we need to discuss more openly to truly understand our cyclical bodies.
Why I think you’ll love it: I approach each episode with the same philosophy I bring to my coaching: making menstrual education accessible, relatable, and (yes!) actually fun. Whether I’m interviewing experts, sharing personal stories, or answering listener questions, my goal is always to help you connect more deeply with your cyclical nature through practical wisdom and plenty of analogies that make complex topics click.
Many of my podcast listeners tell me that the episodes on cycle phases helped them finally understand why they feel so different throughout the month. And honestly, that’s exactly why I started this podcast. I do it to help more menstruators recognise the power and wisdom of their cycles!
1. The Periodical Pod
What it’s about: Hosted by Alex (producer and gender studies expert) and Michelle (women’s health practitioner), The Periodical Pod delivers candid conversations about the entire spectrum of women’s health, with a special focus on menstrual health and breaking period taboos.
Why we love it: This Brisbane-based podcast doesn’t hold anything back, covering topics you might be too embarrassed to ask about elsewhere. With expert guests and real-life stories that both educate and entertain, the hosts are on a mission to transform the narrative around periods from “annoying/painful/dirty” to something women recognise as their superpower.
What it’s about: Hosted by Dr. Kathryn B.H. Clancy, a biological anthropologist and former writer for Scientific American, Period Podcast approaches menstruation science through an intersectional feminist lens. Why we love it: Dr. Clancy breaks down complex scientific topics in accessible ways, covering everything from PMS and PMDD to managing your period while camping. She also explores fascinating topics like the vaginal microbiome, the evolution of menopause, and the health consequences of inaccessible menstrual hygiene.
3. The Flow Down
What it’s about: Hosted by Jessica Weiss and Stefanie Kleinburd, The Flow Down is all about period positivity, menstrual equity, and body literacy.
Why we love it: This podcast combines practical advice with inspiring stories from menstrual advocates around the world. The hosts create a warm, inclusive atmosphere that makes learning about your cycle feel like chatting with knowledgeable friends.
4. Heavy Flow
What it’s about: Amanda Laird, a holistic nutritionist and menstrual health educator, hosts conversations about reproductive health, menstrual equity, and body literacy.
Why we love it: Heavy Flow takes a feminist approach to menstrual health, addressing taboos and offering practical advice for menstruators of all ages. Amanda interviews fascinating guests, including doctors, activists, and educators, about everything from endometriosis to sustainable period products.
5. Stuff Mom Never Told You
What it’s about: Through an intersectional feminist perspective, hosts Anney and Samantha dive into science, history, and culture to make sense of the everyday and unpack the stories that brought us to where we are today. This podcast aims to better understand the challenges facing women and marginalised folks all over the world and highlights the tools we can use to tackle them head-on.
Why we love it: The hosts combine thorough research with delightful humour, making complex topics both accessible and entertaining. Their period-related episodes cover menstruation taboos, period pride, menstrual cups, PMS myths, TSS, and period tracking apps — all with a refreshing intersectional approach that considers how these issues affect different communities.
6. Call Your Girlfriend
What it’s about: Hosted by long-distance best friends Aminatou Sow and Ann Friedman (and produced by Gina Delvac), this podcast covers everything from politics to pop culture, including plenty of period talk.
Why we love it: Their candid conversations include discussions about “period brain,” pelvic power, futuristic tampons, using cannabis for cramp relief, and the concept of paid menstrual leave. Their authentic friendship creates a comfortable space for honest period conversations.
7. The V Word
What it’s about: OB/GYNs Dr. Jenn Conti and Dr. Erica P. Cahill host this podcast about reproductive health, offering medical expertise in an approachable way.
Why we love it: These doctors break down complex medical topics while maintaining a conversational tone. They cover menstruation, birth control, fertility, abortion care, and other reproductive health topics with compassion.
8. The Period Party
What it’s about: Hosted by Nicole Jardim, a certified women’s health coach, this podcast focuses on menstrual health and hormonal balance.
Why we love it: Nicole and her guests offer practical strategies for addressing period problems from a holistic perspective. Topics include healing PCOS naturally, managing perimenopause, and the connection between stress and your cycle.
9. She and Her Radio
What it’s about: This southern-focused feminist podcast, hosted by Anita Rao and Sandra Davidson, explores politics, culture, and identity, including menstrual health topics.
Why we love it: Their episodes on period politics and public health bring important perspectives to the menstruation conversation. Guests have included pubic hair stylists, microbiologists discussing the public health implications of period politics, and various experts in women’s health.
10. The Well Woman Podcast
What it’s about: I created The Well Woman Podcast as a space where we can have honest conversations about the topics many people find uncomfortable. Yes, I’m talking poo, periods, and sex! After 18+ years in the health industry, I’ve found that these “taboo” topics are exactly what we need to discuss more openly to truly understand our cyclical bodies.
Why I think you’ll love it: I approach each episode with the same philosophy I bring to my coaching: making menstrual education accessible, relatable, and (yes!) actually fun. Whether I’m interviewing experts, sharing personal stories, or answering listener questions, my goal is always to help you connect more deeply with your cyclical nature through practical wisdom and plenty of analogies that make complex topics click.
Many of my podcast listeners tell me that the episodes on cycle phases helped them finally understand why they feel so different throughout the month. And honestly, that’s exactly why I started this podcast. I do it to help more menstruators recognise the power and wisdom of their cycles!
