Join us for a powerful conversation with Miriam Vishniac on the hidden abuse, fear, and silence menstruators face in prisons and why real support systems are urgently needed.

In this episode, we sit down with Miriam Vishniac from the Prison Flow Project to uncover what really happens to women and those who menstruate behind bars. We talk honestly about abuse, humiliation, and the crushing fear that comes with simply asking for help. Together, we explore why so many incarcerated menstruators suffer in silence and how community expectations, punishment culture, and emotional burdens shape their experiences. This conversation gets personal, raw, and real as we reflect on what it takes to create safer, more compassionate support systems for people who are already deeply vulnerable.

Trigger warning : This episode content mentions SA and other violences made against women.

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Join us in a powerful conversation with Chrissy Cattle, CEO of iRise International, as we unpack menstrual justice, from dismantling stigma and systemic inequities to empowering grassroots movements around the world. Discover how the Scarlet Memorations report is reshaping global menstrual advocacy and why intersectionality and youth activism are key to achieving true menstrual equity.

In this inspiring episode of The M Talk, Annabelle sits down with Chrissy Cattle, CEO of iRise International, to explore what menstrual justice truly means in today’s world. Together, they dive deep into the systemic barriers behind period poverty, the intersection of menstruation with gender, class, and climate, and how grassroots and youth-led movements are driving global change.

From the findings of the Scarlet Memorations report to on the ground stories of advocacy, this episode sheds light on why menstrual health is a human right, not a privilege. Listeners will walk away with a deeper understanding of the menstrual justice framework, the role of intersectionality, and the urgent call for governments to listen to the voices of menstruators.

If you’ve ever wondered how activism, policy, and compassion intersect to create real-world change, this conversation is your invitation to learn, reflect, and take action.

Irise International and The Scarlet Murmuration Report

The puberty and menstruation app Ovecare

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Join our M Talk episode about FemTech Privacy Concerns, where Dr. Laura Shipp unpacks the booming industry, period tracking app risks, and why menstrual data security matters. From data misuse to the stigma that silences conversations, we explore how inclusivity, awareness, and user rights can shape a safer, more empowering future for menstrual health.

In this conversation, Dr. Laura Shipp discusses the intersection of FemTech, the foundations of data privacy, and the implications of data misuse in period tracking apps. She highlights the rapid growth of the FemTech industry, the risks associated with data collection, and the stigma surrounding menstruation. The discussion also addresses the challenges faced by non-binary and trans users, the importance of inclusivity in app design, and the balance between health benefits and privacy risks. Dr. Shipp emphasises the need for user awareness regarding data rights and the potential future of FemTech in promoting user empowerment.

Dr. Laura Shipp's research:

How private is your period?

Leaky bodies, leaking data

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Join Annabelle and Emily Fox from Period Org. as they dive into the fight against period poverty. From social media’s role in shaping stigma to youth-led advocacy and racial disparities in menstrual health, this episode explores how education and open dialogue can create lasting menstrual equity for all.

In this episode, Annabelle sits down with Emily Fox from Period Org., a youth-powered nonprofit dedicated to ending period poverty through advocacy and education. Together, they unpack the findings of the 2025 State of the Period Report, shedding light on the ongoing barriers to menstrual equity from limited product access to deep-rooted stigma.

They explore how social media both empowers and complicates conversations around menstruation, why fathers and male figures must be included in these dialogues, and how youth activism is reshaping menstrual health policies. The discussion also highlights racial disparities and the urgent need for inclusive, comprehensive education that supports everyone who menstruates.

Find Period.org's latest annual report here

Where to buy Reality Winner's book "I Am Not Your Enemy"

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Created and Hosted by: Annabelle Roberston

Produced by: Laura Siegler

Designed by: WaiYan Yau

Developed by: Katie Chapman

Music by: Francesco.Invadhertz

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M Talk is a much needed and timely period podcast where we interview the best and brightest working in multiple fields all with the same mission: to make the lives of those who menstruate that little bit easier.

As we delve further into the world of periods, we discover just how much they impact our every day life and every single aspect. From hormones to prison treatment, data privacy to policy and global movements we are asking all the important questions to help you understand your body that little bit better.

First episode: 7th November and fortnightly after that!