{"podcast":{"title":"The Menopause and Cancer Podcast","slug":"the-menopause-and-cancer-podcast-5554044","podcast_index_feed_id":5554044,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-menopause-and-cancer-podcast-dani-binnington/","website_url":"https://menopauseandcancer.org/podcast/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/a9b40498-e7de-479b-b7ec-173b04853314/O9I4-MJpZOBCgwoGZlKZESh_.jpg","author":"Dani Binnington","episode_count":224,"summary":"Has cancer treatment led you to early menopause? Do you feel confused about your options? This podcast hosts conversations with cancer patients, survivors and medical professionals to learn about treatments available for women with a cancer diagnosis. I’m Dani Binnington, after breast cancer, surgery to remove my ovaries led me to early menopause, I had no idea what my treatment options were and who in my medical team could help me figure out what to do about my symptoms. I felt alone and unsupported. It took me so long to discover I had lots of options too. If only I’d known sooner! Everything I wish I’d known back then is inside these conversations - so you can make the right choices now. These episodes are a good place to start: 1. Rethinking Tamoxifen & Aromatase Inhibitors 2. Why I decided to take HRT after an oestrogen driven cancer 2. Alcohol & Me Menopause and cancer is also a thriving community online and in real life. Join the Facebook community to connect with women going through the same thing you are: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub","last_synced_at":"2026-06-24T12:17:43.584855+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-menopause-and-cancer-podcast-5554044"},"episode":{"title":"Episode 209 - Beyond the Pink - Anal Cancer, Menopause & Awareness Day","slug":"episode-209-beyond-the-pink-anal-cancer-menopause-awareness-day","published_at":"2026-03-18T01:30:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-menopause-and-cancer-podcast-5554044/episode-209-beyond-the-pink-anal-cancer-menopause-awareness-day","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-menopause-and-cancer-podcast-5554044","url":"https://menopauseandcancer.org/podcast/","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ea62d148-1a89-4979-9131-6eddaff4fbe5.mp3","summary":"On this episode of The Menopause and Cancer Podcast , we’re marking Anal Cancer Awareness Day (21 March) by shining a light on a cancer that is often misunderstood, stigmatised, and rarely talked about. Anal cancer is caused by HPV, just like cervical cancer, yet it doesn’t receive the same awareness or open conversation. It might not feel as “pink” or as socially comfortable to talk about as breast cancer. It’s not a cancer that gets glossy campaigns or big awareness drives. There’s often stigma. There’s embarrassment. There’s silence. And that silence can leave people feeling incredibly alone. I’m joined by Ali, who shares her honest experience of being diagnosed with anal cancer; what treatment involved, the physical and emotional impact, and how it affected her confidence, menopause and sexual wellbeing. We also explore an important question: can treatment for anal cancer induce menopause? Pelvic radiotherapy and chemotherapy can affect ovarian function, sometimes triggering sudden or early menopause. We discuss what that means, and whether HRT or local oestrogen may be options. This episode is about inclusion. It’s about making sure everyone — regardless of cancer type — feels seen in menopause conversations. If you’ve ever felt that your cancer isn’t the “right” kind to talk about, this episode is for you. Episode Highlights: 00:00 Introduction 04:33 Cancer Diagnosis: Fear and Isolation 12:15 \"Stage 3 Cancer Challenges\" 14:32 \"Breaking Stigma Around Cancer\" 23:22 \"Menopause, HRT, and Cancer Journey\" 27:07 Burnout, Anxiety, and Menopause Journey 30:36 \"Pelvic Radiotherapy: Long-Term Impacts\" 36:01 \"Barbie Butt: Finding Joy Amid Struggles\" 41:38 \"Menopause, Cancer, and Support Gaps\" About our guest Ali: Ali Stripling is a qualified Menopause Wellness Practitioner w…","meta_description":"On this episode of The Menopause and Cancer Podcast , we’re marking Anal Cancer Awareness Day (21 March) by shining a light on a cancer that is often misu…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2856,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-menopause-and-cancer-podcast-5554044/episodes/episode-209-beyond-the-pink-anal-cancer-menopause-awareness-day/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-menopause-and-cancer-podcast-5554044/episode-209-beyond-the-pink-anal-cancer-menopause-awareness-day.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}