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The Hole Shebang

Kristen Parise
Perimenopause
Menopause
Pelvic Health
Pelvic Floor
Endometriosis
Genitourinary Syndrome Of Menopause
Resistance Training
Sleep
Sexual Health
Pleasure
Super Traits
Cancer Survivorship
Vaginal Health
Hormone Balance
Prostate Cancer
Gut Health
Medical Menopause
Dott
Vaginal Estrogen
Breathwork

The Hole Shebang is the pelvic health podcast that goes where others won't. Hosted by Kristen Parise, a Registered Physiotherapist and owner of Blueberry Therapy Pelvic Health & Pediatrics, each weekly episode tackles the real truths about your pelvic floor, bladder, bowel, and sexual health, with zero shame and full clinical authority. From painful sex and postpartum recovery to endometriosis, pr... more

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Pelvic floor training for athletes is the missing piece in most performance programs, and this episode of The Hole Shebang makes the case for putting it back. Kristen Parise sits down with Dr. Rachel Selman, a pelvic floor physical therapist, strengt... more

Your erections are a vital sign, and almost nobody is reading them. In this episode of The Hole Shebang, pelvic health physiotherapist Kristen Parise talks with Dr. Elliot Justin, an emergency medicine physician who spent 40 years and roughly 180,000... more

Medical gaslighting is what happens when a woman names her pain and is told it is probably nothing. In this episode of The Hole Shebang, pelvic health physiotherapist Kristen Parise sits down with writer and TEDx speaker Kayla Branstetter, whose new ... more

You have done the work. The books, the affirmations, the years of talking it through. So why does the same pattern keep running. In this episode of The Hole Shebang, Kristen Parise sits down with Ramona Kossowan, Canada's first certified Gentle Traum... more

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Recent Guests

Kayla Branstetter
Writer, TEDx speaker, and professor; author of Don't Be an Athena
Ozark Hollow Press
Episode: 94: Don't Be an Athena: The Stories Women Don't Tell with Kayla Branstetter
Ramona Kossowan
Canada's first certified Gentle Trauma Release Practitioner, women's empowerment coach
Gentle Trauma Release Institute / Independent practitioner
Episode: 93: Trauma Stored in the Body: Why Talk Therapy Isn't Enough with Ramona Kossowan
Stuart Phillips
Canada Research Chair in Skeletal Muscle Health
McMaster University / Canadian research community
Episode: 92: Menopause and Muscle: It is NOT Too Late to Get Strong with Dr. Stuart Phillips
Dr. Alopi Patel
Interventional pain physician and anesthesiologist; co-host of The Hurt Podcast; author of The Pelvic Pain Journal
The Female Pain Docs / The Hurt Podcast
Episode: 91: Pelvic Pain Is a Symptom, Not a Diagnosis, with Dr. Alopi Patel
Julie Daniluk
Holistic nutritionist, author of Meals That Heal Inflammation, former Marilyn Denis Show nutritionist
Julie Daniluk Nutrition
Episode: 90: Inflammation, Hormones and the Foods That Heal with Julie Daniluk
Dr. Woganee Filate
Sleep medicine physician, co-founder of Lume Women and Health
Lume Women and Health
Episode: 89: Sleep, Sex and Menopause with Dr. Woganee Filate
Dr. Jordin Wiggins
Naturopathic doctor, author of The Pink Canary, host of The Pleasure Principles Podcast
The Pink Canary, The Pleasure Principles Podcast
Episode: 88: Painful Sex: When Your Body is Not the Problem with Dr. Jordin Wiggins
Anita Brown-Major
Occupational Therapist, founder of Cliterate
Thrive Rehab / Cliterate
Episode: 87: Clitoris Anatomy: What We Still Got Wrong Until 2026 with Anita Brown-Major
Shirley Weir
Founder of Menopause Chicks, author and menopause advocate
Menopause Chicks
Episode: 86: Sex After Menopause: The Truth Your Doctor Won't Say with Shirley Weir

Host

Kristen Parise
Host of The Hole Shebang; pelvic health physiotherapist

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Absolutely subscribe!

    This podcast is a fantastic way to learn about the body you have and offers beautiful ways to discover the varied parts of yourself. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kallivanf
    Canada2 years ago
  • Phenomenal

    What an excellent podcast! I know Kristen personally and her genuine, knowledgeable self shines through. I love that she is sharing her knowledge and connecting us with some wonderful guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TeamS15
    Canada2 years ago
  • Love this woman and her show!

    Kristen is amazing and holds such a powerful knowledge. She a natural at podcasting and I’m so excited to learn more about so many of these topics that we aren’t educated about enough!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amberapproved
    Canada2 years ago
  • Such a great first episode

    I liked this so much I wrote a top 10 list of my favourite things. It was interesting, empowering, and inclusive. Looking forward to the next one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hammerjammer
    Canada2 years ago

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Listeners praise the host's clarity, empathy, and evidence-based approach to pelvic health.
Many say the show makes taboo topics approachable and informative for a broad audience.
Guests are often top experts, delivering practical, applicable guidance.

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94: Don't Be an Athena: The Stories Women Don't Tell with Kayla Branstetter
Q: What do you hope readers take away, beyond empathy, from reading your book?
A sense of visibility and agency for survivors, plus a call to advocate for policy changes and comprehensive sex education that respects women's lived experiences.
94: Don't Be an Athena: The Stories Women Don't Tell with Kayla Branstetter
Q: What stood out to you as most surprising when you spoke with the women in your book?
Despite political differences, many women shared universal themes of feeling unheard and lacking resources, underscoring that the human impact of reproductive policies transcends partisan lines.
94: Don't Be an Athena: The Stories Women Don't Tell with Kayla Branstetter
Q: What practical steps can clinicians take to reduce medical gaslighting in everyday practice?
Use narrative medicine principles, allow alternative communication methods like writing, and encourage pre-visit journaling to understand patient perspectives before formal exams.
94: Don't Be an Athena: The Stories Women Don't Tell with Kayla Branstetter
Q: Can you tell us why you chose the title Don't Be an Athena and what it means for readers?
The title critiques a cultural tendency to moralize and police women's choices, using Athena as a symbol of judgment; it invites readers to reclaim agency and view women's stories as legitimate data and sources of empowerment.
49: Unlocking the Secrets of Your Hormonal Cycle with Laura Federico
Q: What should listeners do right away to begin tracking this month?
Listeners are urged to pick one positive or non-painful aspect to track for the next cycle, then gradually expand as they gain comfort and confidence with their own body signals.

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What is The Hole Shebang about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on pelvic health, sexuality, menopause, and related wellness topics, hosted by a licensed physiotherapist who champions evidence-based, stigma-free discussion. Episodes consistently bring in clinicians, researchers, and practitioners to unpack complex subjects—ranging from pelvic pain, prolapse, and postnatal recovery to sleep, hormones, and sexual wellbeing. A notable strength is the willingness to connect clinical science with practical, everyday guidance, often featuring movement, therapy techniques, and advocacy to empower listeners to advocate for themselves and access better care. A recurring edge is the collaborative, patient-centered approach that blends medical expertise with lived experience and humor to destigma... more

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1. Kayla Branstetter
2. Ramona Kossowan
3. Stuart Phillips
4. Dr. Alopi Patel
5. Julie Daniluk
6. Dr. Woganee Filate
7. Dr. Jordin Wiggins
8. Anita Brown-Major

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