The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Using Comedy to Break the Silence with Holly Bridges
This is an engaging and spicy episode with Holly Bridges, a comedian, retired broadcast journalist, author, and a cherished longtime friend.
Our conversation spans a myriad of subjects, delving into the realms of women's health, menopause, humor, and reflections on life's diverse experiences – encompassing both the positive and challenging aspects - from our fulfilling careers to juggling the demands of womanhood in the transition in the workplace.
Throughout our exchange, we share personal anecdotes, including the unique story of how the Canadian Armed Forces played a pivotal role in bringing together both Holly and our respective spouses. Holly also imparts valuable insights from her research for the development of her book on topics such as fibroids, heavy periods, and the often-misunderstood truths surrounding hysterectomies, and why gynaecologists rely more on the scalpel.
Books mentioned
- Radical Self Love: How To Ignite Your Light Through Creativity Jessica Hughes & Christy Whitman.
- Charles Dickens’ A Tale of Two Cities to pay homage, if you will, to her family roots who were all working class British immigrants.
- And most importantly, Holly’s self published book, Flow Fighter: How I Kicked my Fibroids and Heavy Periods to the Curb, co-authored with Dr. Sony Singh.
Find Holly at on Instagram @hollybridges23 , on TikTok @hollybridges51, and on YouTube @hollybridges2241.
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Disclaimer: Information shared is for educational and entertainment purposes only and doesn’t replace medical advice. Always consult with the healthcare professional.