You were a wow with the audience. Nobody could stop talking about you. You are such a passionate and informed expert on the subject now.
Dorothy, President, Murray Edwards College Cambridge University
Kate Muir – Producer of Davina McCall: Sex, Myths and the Menopause films & Author of Everything You Need to Know About the Menopause
Kate Muir is a Scottish writer, filmmaker and leading women’s health campaigner who has played a major role in transforming public understanding of menopause, contraception and midlife. She began her career as a foreign correspondent in New York, Paris and Washington and later became Chief Film Critic at The Times, where she established herself as a bold cultural commentator. Kate is best known today for her powerful storytelling around women’s health. She created and produced groundbreaking Channel 4 documentaries such as “Davina McCall: Sex, Myths and the Menopause” and “Davina McCall: Pill Revolution,” which brought honest conversations about hormones and midlife into mainstream media. Alongside her filmmaking, she has written influential non-fiction books addressing the realities of menopause and the contraceptive pill, tackling topics long overlooked in healthcare and society. Through her campaigning, writing and media work, Kate Muir has encouraged more open dialogue, greater empathy and improved support for women’s health at every stage of life.
Speaking Topics:
- Rewriting the Menopause Narrative
- The Future of Women’s Hormonal Health
- Breaking Taboos: Honest Conversations About Midlife
- From Silence to Spotlight: How Media Can Transform Women’s Health
- The Truth About the Pill: What Every Woman Should Know
- Midlife Power: Thriving Through Hormonal Change
Credentials and Impact
Kate Muir’s credentials reflect a unique blend of investigative skill, cultural influence and a deep commitment to improving women’s lives through evidence-based communication. She has collaborated with medical specialists, charities and advocacy groups to ensure women receive clear, science-backed information about their health options. Her public engagement work includes speaking events, expert panels and contributions to national conversations about hormonal care and midlife wellbeing. Kate’s impact can be seen in increased awareness, policy discussions and wider access to support for millions of women. By empowering audiences with knowledge and challenging outdated narratives, she has helped redefine how society understands women’s health and ageing.
Publications and Media
Kate Muir has published a wide range of influential books spanning women’s health, contemporary culture and fiction. Her recent non-fiction titles include Everything You Need to Know About the Menopause (but were too afraid to ask), Everything You Need to Know About the Pill (but were too afraid to ask) and How to Have a Magnificent Midlife Crisis. These works combine medical insight with personal storytelling, helping women navigate hormonal health with confidence and clarity. In addition to her books, Kate has produced documentaries that have reshaped how broadcasters approach menopause and midlife wellbeing. She frequently contributes to media discussions through interviews, opinion features, podcast appearances and expert commentary, addressing gaps in public knowledge and challenging outdated assumptions. Her work has amplified hidden experiences, encouraged more open conversation and driven cultural change by ensuring women’s health receives the visibility and respect it deserves.
Why Hire Kate Muir?
Organisations should book Kate Muir as a keynote speaker because she delivers powerful, relatable insight into women’s health, wellbeing and workplace culture. Her talks help leaders understand the real impact menopause and hormonal health have on performance, retention and employee experience. With storytelling shaped by journalism and film, she engages audiences emotionally while delivering practical, science-backed guidance. Kate equips organisations with strategies to build supportive environments where women feel seen and valued, boosting morale and productivity. Her advocacy has already influenced national awareness and policy conversations, making her a compelling voice for businesses committed to diversity, inclusion and long-term workforce wellbeing.
To book Kate to speak at your event, call SpeakOut on +44 (0) 20 8914 8966. Alternatively, complete our contact form to begin your enquiry.
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