Monumental Podcast

Menopause and perimenopause can quietly affect marriage, intimacy, and family life. In this episode, Dr Louise Newson, The @menopause_doctor explains how hormonal change impacts mood, connection, and desire, why symptoms are often misunderstood, and how men can better support their partner.
We explore what is actually happening in the body when hormones change and why it can show up as personality shifts, anxiety, anger, brain fog, exhaustion, and loss of libido. We also look at why many men internalise this as rejection or failure, and what they can do to support their partner without judgement.
If your relationship feels different in midlife, this conversation offers clarity
Chapters
00:00 Why menopause is affecting marriage and family life
02:25 Louise Newson’s story and why she spoke out
06:00 What menopause and perimenopause really are
11:30 Why symptoms are missed and misunderstood
17:15 Emotional distance intimacy loss and relationship strain
23:03 Why sex touch and desire can disappear
29:15 Isolation stress and escapism for men
34:45 What men can do to support their partner
41:18 Testosterone decline and hormonal health in men
44:50 Final thoughts and why this conversation matters
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With 500 million views a month, Simon Squibb says we’re still missing the real reasons systems keep failing us.
Education, the student loan trap, AI-driven learning, home ownership, freedom and purpose…we discuss it all. ⁠
Simon Squibb is the founder of HelpBnk, has built and exited multiple businesses and partners with the likes of Sir Richard Branson and Mr Beast.
Chapters:
00:00 The Burden of Financial Choices
05:56 Rethinking Education in the Digital Age
11:40 The Role of Social Media in Mental Health
17:20 Challenging Traditional Career Paths
23:32 The Reality of Home Ownership and Debt
29:12 A Vision for the Future of England
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Sponsor
This episode is proudly supported by Burgess Mee, a family law firm helping individuals navigate the emotional and legal complexities of relationship breakdown with clarity and dignity. Learn more at https://burgessmee.com

Daniel Priestley explains why AI is likely to reshape work and careers faster than any previous technological shift.
I've known Dan for 7 years now and his wisdom is gold. Since we recorded this he has appeared on leading podcasts, including The Diary of a CEO and Modern Wisdom.
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Men often wear suffering as a badge of honour - but is that the same as resilience?
Pete Hunt and Dr Phil Hopley, Sports Phycologist to Lando Norris and the Mclaren F1 team explore the difference, unpacking stress, recovery, and what it really means to build resilience in modern life.
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In this episode of The Monumental Podcast, Pete Hunt talks with Sir Jeremy Hunt in a deeply human conversation about leadership, resilience, and the unseen cost of life at the top of British politics.
Sir Jeremy reflects on a career that has placed him at the centre of some of the most difficult decisions in modern public life, from leading the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games to serving as the UK’s longest-serving Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Foreign Secretary, and Chancellor of the Exchequer.
But this conversation goes far beyond titles.
Timestamps
00:00 Intro to Sir Jeremy Hunt: Resilience, Pressure, and Leadership
01:08 Subscribe and Monumental Network Intro
01:55 Charterhouse vs Oxford: Confidence, Bullying, and Resilience
03:28 Why Resilience Should Be Taught and the Importance of Friendships
05:20 Politics and Friendship: Why It's Harder Now
07:01 Family and Friendship Outside Politics: The Cost of Leadership
08:17 Early Business Failures and Lessons on Resilience
10:35 From Chancellor to Backbencher: Keeping Perspective
12:05 Handling Criticism and the "Ocean's 11" List of Achievements
14:01 Health Secretary Years: Facing Anger, Hate, and Pressure
15:50 Loneliness in Leadership and the Drive to Keep Going
17:43 Marriage Under Pressure: The "Third Person" in Politics
20:25 Children's Mental Health and Social Media Concerns
22:44 Doom Scrolling and Parenting in a Digital Age
24:03 Tech Transitions and Optimism About the Future
25:53 Future Ambitions: Family Focus and Public Service
28:29 Restoring Confidence in Britain and Closing Thoughts
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