What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedThe Menopause Manifesto
Dr. Jen Gunter · Book · 2021
If you loved The Menopause Manifesto, start with Is It Hot In Here? Midlife Podcast — a podcast on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to The Menopause Manifesto across media.
What hooked you in The Menopause Manifesto was the empowering intersection of medical advocacy, evidence-based truth, and the bold reclamation of female bodily autonomy.
Films on the same thread
Hysteria
Tanya Wexler · Film · 2011
Explores: Feminist History, Medical History, Sexual Awakening.
Much like the mission of The Menopause Manifesto to dismantle medical ignorance, this film explores the historical absurdity of patriarchal control over female health and sexual wellness.
Children of Men
Alfonso Cuarón · Film · 2006
Explores: Infertility, Societal Collapse, Hope in Darkness.
While The Menopause Manifesto focuses on the biological reality of aging, this story mirrors that urgency by placing female reproductive capacity at the center of human survival and hope.
The Power of the Dog
Jane Campion · Film · 2021
Explores: Toxic Masculinity, Repressed Sexuality, Hidden Identity.
Fans of The Menopause Manifesto who appreciate the subversion of traditional narratives will find the deconstruction of toxic masculinity and hidden power structures in this film deeply compelling.
The Post
Film · 2017
Explores: Freedom of the press, Whistleblowing, Institutional corruption.
Dr. Jen Gunter’s fearless advocacy in The Menopause Manifesto is mirrored in the way this film highlights a woman fighting to assert truth against powerful, entrenched institutional corruption.
Series on the same thread
Call the Midwife
Heidi Thomas · Series · 2012
Explores: Women's Issues, Community, Social Issues.
This series captures the same spirit of community and medical education found in The Menopause Manifesto by focusing on the essential, often overlooked work of women’s health practitioners.
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Amy Sherman-Palladino · Series · 2017
Explores: Self-Discovery, Female Empowerment, Breaking Societal Norms.
If you valued the bold, myth-busting voice in The Menopause Manifesto, you will resonate with Midge’s journey as she defies societal expectations to reclaim her own narrative and voice.
The Mindy Project
Mindy Kaling · Series · 2012
Explores: Career Woman, Dating in the City, Friendship.
The Menopause Manifesto brings a refreshing, modern perspective to gynecological health, much like this show treats the professional and personal life of an OB/GYN with wit and honesty.
Grey's Anatomy
Shonda Rhimes · Series · 2005
Explores: Ensemble Cast, Romantic Relationships, Professional Growth.
Those who appreciate the clinical insight of The Menopause Manifesto will enjoy this long-running drama’s focus on the high-stakes environments and moral dilemmas faced by medical professionals daily.
Podcasts on the same thread
Is It Hot In Here? Midlife Podcast
Podcast
Shares a thread with The Menopause Manifesto: aging.
This podcast serves as a perfect audio companion to The Menopause Manifesto, continuing the vital, evidence-based conversation about hormonal changes and midlife health in an accessible, conversational format.
Maintenance Phase
Aubrey Gordon & Michael Hobbes · Podcast · 2026
Explores: scientific literacy, consumer protection, critical thinking.
The Menopause Manifesto excels at debunking wellness myths, and this podcast applies that same critical, scientific rigor to the broader landscape of health fads and medical misinformation.
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Common questions
Is The Menopause Manifesto a bestseller?
Yes, The Menopause Manifesto is an instant New York Times, Washington Post, USA Today, San Francisco Chronicle, and Publishers Weekly bestseller. It also reached the number one spot on the Canadian bestseller list and was recognized as a Next Avenue Influencer in Aging for 2021.
Who is the author of The Menopause Manifesto?
The Menopause Manifesto was written by Dr. Jen Gunter. She is known as the internet’s most fearless advocate for women’s health and previously authored the groundbreaking bestseller The Vagina Bible before releasing this work to counter myths surrounding the menopause experience.
What is the primary goal of The Menopause Manifesto?
The primary goal of The Menopause Manifesto is to provide empowerment through knowledge. Dr. Jen Gunter achieves this by systematically countering stubborn myths and common misunderstandings regarding menopause, building upon her previous work in women’s health advocacy to educate and inform her readers.
Should I read The Menopause Manifesto if I liked The Vagina Bible?
If you appreciated the approach taken in The Vagina Bible, you will likely find value in The Menopause Manifesto. Both books are written by Dr. Jen Gunter and focus on providing evidence-based information to help women navigate their health by debunking persistent myths and misconceptions.