Wellness, Wine & WTF

In this episode, I sit down with the brilliant Lea Wood, nurse practitioner and regenerative medicine expert, to talk about the one topic most people avoid but everyone’s curious about - sexual wellness. 

We explore how sex impacts physical and emotional health, why hormones matter more than you think, and how treatments like the O Shot and P Shot are changing lives (and relationships). 

From hormone myths to hilarious WTF moments, this chat is informative, candid, and refreshingly real. Grab your Limoncello and get ready to rethink what it means to feel truly well - bo...

Today’s episode is thought provoking. 

I’m chatting with Dr Jeff Farrah - a chiropractor and nurse practitioner who’s spent nearly two decades helping people feel their best through hormone optimization, medical weight loss and longevity. 

We talk about what it really means to live well for longer - from diet and exercise to recovery, brain health and peptides. 

Expect honest insights, a few lightbulb moments, and maybe a rethink about how you approach your own wellness routine.

Highlights:

(04:32) Creatine isn’t just for muscles, it’s for brain hea...

Ever wondered if your supplement stash is actually helping or just making your pee expensive?

In this episode, I’m cutting through the confusion about vitamins and supplements, sharing what really works, what’s worth your money, and what’s just hype.

From magnesium and creatine to fish oil and B12, I break down the real science behind the bottles — all while sharing a few laugh-out-loud “WTF” supplement moments. If you’ve ever stood in the vitamin aisle feeling completely lost, this episode will help you feel confident about what your body actually needs and what to le...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr Carlo Reyes to explore how spiritual longevity medicine, preventative health, and hormone therapy can completely change the way we age. 

We talk about why perimenopause is the most overlooked stage in women’s health, how BHRT works beyond just easing symptoms, and why addressing the root cause matters more than masking it. This isn’t just about hormones, it’s about building a foundation for energy, clarity, and joy well into the future.

We also get real about the myths that keep women from seeking treatment, how menopau...

Let’s get real about something so many women quietly deal with but rarely talk about, even with their partners or doctors - painful sex. 

In this episode, I share why changes during perimenopause and menopause can lead to discomfort, UTIs, and low desire, and what we can actually do about it. 

From probiotics to hormone therapy, and my go-to choice of pellet therapy, I break down the options, share what works, and even sprinkle in some hilarious, unforgettable wisdom from my mom. 

This conversation is equal parts practical, honest, and just a littl...

On today’s episode, we’re talking about Crohn’s disease with someone very close to me, Elizabeth Sciarra

I’ve known her since she was five, and she’s sharing her story of being diagnosed as a teenager, the challenges she faced, and how she’s managed to build such a full, happy life while living with an autoimmune condition. 

It’s honest, eye-opening, and at times even funny - the kind of chat that reminds us why it’s so important to advocate for our own health.

Highlights:

(05:12) What Crohn’s really is...

Dating over 50, menopause, low energy, high anxiety… we went there.

In this episode, Melissa sits down with her friend Dolvett Quince for an honest chat about hormones, libido, self-care, and what really changes in your body and relationships as you age. From BHRT to breathing techniques, they share what works, what doesn’t, and why laughter still belongs at the table.

It’s personal, it’s refreshing, and it’s full of advice that women (and men) over 50 need but rarely hear. Expect talk about dating apps, energy fixes, intimacy, and why gratitude and “forcing happy” can s...

Melissa and her daughter Alexandra mix up their signature mojitos while getting real about women’s health at every stage of life.

From teenage cramps that knock you sideways, to fertility struggles, PCOS, PMDD, and the rollercoaster of menopause, nothing is off the table. They share honest experiences, what’s helped, and why conversations about hormones matter just as much as the cocktail in your glass.

Expect laughs, a few eye-openers, and practical tips, along with a big reminder that women deserve better education, support, and solutions when it comes to their health.

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EPISODE ONE SHOWNOTES

In this first episode of Wellness, Wine and WTF, Melissa sets the tone for the kind of podcast that feels more like a chat with your wisest, funniest friend.

She shares her story - from Sicilian roots and pesto recipes to leading in the health and hormone space for over 25 years. You’ll hear why wellness isn’t just green juice and gym memberships, and how this show is about honest conversations that help you feel more in control of your health and happiness.

Expect a little sass, a lot of s...

What if the things you’ve been told about weight, stress, and hormones are only part of the story? In this episode, Melissa is joined by Dr. Renee Young, a naturopathic doctor who doesn’t sugar-coat the science or shame women for how they manage their health. They get into GLP-1 meds, PCOS, stress, and why your body isn’t "failing" you.

Whether you’re on medication, thinking about it, or sick of the judgement, this chat will leave you feeling informed, empowered, and a little less alone. Oh, and yes, Sour Patch Kids are part of the conv...

Aging gracefully? Overrated.

This show is about doing life with audacity, laughter, and the kind of honesty you usually save for your closest friends. I’m Melissa Vinci, CEO of Pelicome, mother, partner, and a woman navigating hormones, wellness, and all the WTF moments midlife throws at us. Each week, you’ll hear experts share wisdom on health, longevity, and resilience, alongside real women’s stories about intimacy, reinvention, and everything we’re told to keep quiet about.

This isn’t just a podcast, it’s a community for women of every age who want to live stro...