Episodes

Menopause is a natural stage of life caused by declining reproductive hormones, usually occurring in the 40s–50s, but every woman’s experience is unique. In this episode, Dr Baljit Rana shares a compassionate and practical guide for men who want to better understand what their partner may be experiencing, emotionally, physically, and psychologically. This conversation focuses on awareness, empathy, communication, and support strategies that can help couples navigate menopause together. Connec...

Many people are living in chronic stress mode without realising it. They feel tired but wired, their sleep becomes disrupted, digestion becomes sensitive, and small stresses start to feel overwhelming. But often these symptoms are not random. They are signals from the nervous system that the body has been in survival mode for too long. In this episode of the SIX Hats Podcast, integrative GP Dr Shami explores 10 common signs that your body may be stuck in stress mode, and explains why recogni...

ADHD affects both children and adults, yet many people feel they’re still not getting the full picture, especially when it comes to root causes and long-term brain health. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Ali Ajaz, a UK-based psychiatrist with specialist interests in Nutritional Psychiatry, Gut–Brain Health, and Functional Medicine. A graduate of Guy's, King's and St Thomas' School of Medicine, Dr Ajaz has over a decade of NHS experience in forensic psychiatry, alongside a strong academic back...

In this episode of SIX Hats, Dr Amy Behimer, PharmD, health coach, and person living with Multiple Sclerosis, joins us to unpack what thriving really means when you live with a chronic condition. Amy shares her personal journey — from clinical mindset to intuitive wisdom — and helps listeners see where most approaches to chronic health fall short. We explore how shifting perspective, prioritising energy, and stepping into new "hats" of health leadership can transform overwhelm into confidence. I...

In this episode of SIX Hats, Dr Shami is joined by neuroscientist Cameron Allen, founder of Neuroprogeny, to explore why nervous system regulation may be the missing link in healing — especially for people who feel they’ve “tried everything.” Together, they unpack: What nervous system regulation actually means (beyond breathwork and mindset) Why chronic stress and survival states are so common in modern life How learning safety in the body can unlock physical, emotional, and cognitive healin...

Today I’m joined by the incredible Rajes Harper — an Educational and Developmental Psychologist whose career spans more than two decades of supporting children, families, schools, and communities. Rajes holds a Doctor of Philosophy and a Master of Psychology in Educational and Developmental Psychology from Monash University. Since 2009, she has been a Trainer for Triple P International, teaching health, allied health, and educational professionals around the world how to deliver the Triple P — ...

In this episode of Six Hats, Dr. Shami sits down with Dr. Brian Ang—ophthalmologist, nutritional medicine advocate, and founder of Nutravision. Through his clinical work, he began connecting the dots between vision, inflammation, ageing, micronutrient status, and the brain—and discovered how profoundly nutrition shapes long-term eye and systemic health. Today, Dr. Ang shares the story behind Nutravision, why he believes targeted supplementation is the next frontier for protecting the eyes, and...

Today on The Six Hats, we’re joined by Dr Melissa Beitner, bariatric surgeon and obesity medicine specialist here in Melbourne. Dr Melissa Beitner is the founder of 360 Surgery, a comprehensive weight-management clinic based in Windsor with locations across Victoria. She is a bariatric surgeon and obesity medicine specialist who leads a multidisciplinary team of dietitians, psychologists, exercise physiologists, and physicians to provide a truly 360-degree approach to health. Dr Beitner is deep...

In this episode of SIX HATS, Dr Shami sits down with Michelle Campbell—founder of the social-impact nonprofit #Stability and author of Bluebird: A Memoir of Trauma, Heartbreak and Divine Beauty in the Struggle—to explore the emotional and systemic roots of financial illiteracy. From personal trauma to financial empowerment, Michelle shares how understanding money became her pathway to healing and how she’s now helping others escape cycles of economic instability. Together, we unpack the psychol...

In this intimate episode, Steph Sta Maria, writer and mother of two, invites us into the quiet, unspoken corners of becoming a mother later in life. Drawing from her own journey of two pregnancies at 44 and 47, and conversations with other women walking the same path, Steph explores the unique challenges and strengths of motherhood in midlife. You’ll hear about: The physical, mental and emotional changes unique to motherhood in your 40s How being high-performing makes motherhood more challengin...

Scapegoating at work is one of the most subtle—and damaging—forms of workplace abuse. Unlike bullying, which is overt and direct, scapegoating often hides in plain sight: an individual is unfairly blamed, excluded, or sacrificed to protect the image of a team or leader. In this episode, Dr. Nathalie Martinek, author of The Scapegoating Playbook at Work, unpacks the predictable stages of scapegoating and how they unfold in professional settings. You’ll learn: Why scapegoating isn’t the same as ...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Romey Granek, a Melbourne-based general surgeon who graduated from Monash University in 2014. With a career spanning acute general surgery, trauma, Aboriginal health, and surgical education, Dr. Granek brings a thoughtful, systems-focused approach to patient care. We explore: Why gallbladder issues are the most common cause of abdominal pain in women How women often present differently with abdominal symptoms—and what that means for diagnosis What to expec...