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Eyewitness News
19 hours ago
- Health
- Eyewitness News
The M Factor: Groundbreaking US doccie on menopause to be screened in Cape Town
Top American filmmakers have produced a powerful menopause documentary which has been touring the US to ignite the conversation on menopause. Now, what's been described as a groundbreaking doccie, is going to be screened in Cape Town on 28 June. The M Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause explores the hidden impact of menopause on women's lives The producers describe this as a neglected crisis in the US, and say their film 'challenges societal and medical shortcomings and advocates for a revolutionary approach to women's health'. The go-getters who managed to get the rights for a local screening are Nikki Jacobs, co-owner of Skylar Projects, and media personality Saskia Falken. The two professionals are the driving force behind The Woman Entrepreneur, an initiative they started a year ago to empower women in this space in South Africa. After reading about 'The M Factor', their anecdotal research revealed that mid-life women are driving entrepreneurship globally, and that about 57% of women in South Africa are entrepreneurs.
Yahoo
29-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Here's the Roundup for the Week Ending March 28
Happiest of Fridays to all who celebrate! In this week's edition of stories we didn't write up for one reason or another, we see that an Oregon station explains away a missed forecast while a local anchor lives my dream and sings some Les Miz on air. Shop Talk: KOIN in Portland, Oregon tells viewers why its forecast was wrong. Severe weather was expected to bring historic hail, gusty winds, and a few possible tornadoes to the Pacific Northwest on Wednesday. But that's not what happened. Click here for more. After ejecting its ABC affiliation, WPLG has announced what it calls a 'massive news expansion' this summer. Beginning Aug. 4, 2025, WPLG-TV, a Berkshire Hathaway owned television station, will go from producing 56 hours of live news and sports programming to a massive 93 hours each week, making Local 10 South Florida's undisputed dominant news provider. Click here for more. When Iowa news anchor Jodi Huisentruit vanished in 1995, theories ranged from a stalker to police corruption to a professional hit. Years later, a billboard about her disappearance was vandalized with an incriminating message. Click here for that. Tamsen Fadal sits down with California Live Correspondent, Lisa Breckenridge, to talk about her new book "How to Menopause" and her documentary "The M Factor." Find out what she's doing to empower women and change the way the healthcare industry addresses the emotional, mental, and physical impact of menopause on women. Click here for the story. A community Channel shuts down. It's been a while since TV8 has been on local channel 8. The channel, now on channel 92 on the Comcast cable system, will end operations March 28. Station general manager Danielle Turner said the station's owner, based in Park City, has decided not to continue operations after the station's current studio lease in Avon's Seasons building ends. Click here for the story. A local anchor flashes his singing skills with a taste of Les Miserables. Click here for the fun. Revolving Door: Beloved TV weatherman Larry Sprinkle will celebrate 40 years as a full-time staff member at WCNC in Charlotte by doing two things that will be a big change for him. One, he'll get to start sleeping in a little. And two: He'll be - gasp! - stepping away from forecasting the weather. Here's that story. Bruce Smith has been promoted to news director at FOX 4 KDFW Dallas-Fort Worth, following an 18-year tenure as assistant news director. Here's more from Mike McGuff.
Associated Press
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
DAME DocuFest to premiere ‘The M Factor' in Historic Sanford
Celebrating Independent Documentary Filmmaking and Amplifying Untold Stories SANFORD, FL, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2025 / / -- DAME Media, in partnership with Fairvilla, presents ' DAME DocuFest ' on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at The Ritz Theater, in Historic Sanford, FL. This special event will feature an extraordinary lineup of several powerful documentaries, each amplifying untold stories that challenge, inspire, and ignite change. Our feature presentation is ' The M Factor: Shredding The Silence on Menopause', a groundbreaking documentary that exposes the hidden struggles surrounding menopause and advocates for a much-needed revolution in women's healthcare. Our emcee Jo Badger of Fairvilla University, will be hosting the panel discussion for our Q&A following our feature presentation. Since 2014, Jo Badger has helped individuals, teams, and communities rediscover joy through speaking, teaching, and mentoring. A career strategist and holistic wellness coach, she specializes in guiding women through life transitions. Now leading marketing for Fairvilla Stores, Fairvilla University, and Fairvilla Garage, Jo is on a mission to destigmatize sexual wellness while keeping the experience fun and inviting. Event Details: Date: Sunday, April 6, 2025 Time: 12:00 PM - 6:30 PM Location: The Ritz Theater, 201 Magnolia Avenue, Sanford, FL 32771 Admission: FREE with RSVP Featured Films: The M Factor - Shredding The Silence on Menopause A first-of-its-kind documentary challenging the silence surrounding menopause and advocating for change in women's healthcare. Website: Slatersville: Americas First Mill Village An Emmy and Telly Award-winning documentary uncovering the untold story of America's first mill village—where innovation, industry, and injustice shaped a nation. Website: Discovering Catharine A powerful story about Catharine Waugh McCulloch, a legal pioneer who fought for women's rights and justice for all. Website: The Divide Within After a lifetime of silence, Tom decides to reveal his transgender identity to his family, leading to a powerful exploration of gender and family dynamics. Website: Khsara Emmy-nominated and award-winning, this documentary follows humanitarian workers on the frontlines in Gaza, showcasing their courage and resilience in the fight to save lives. Website: Embracing the Silence A moving documentary chronicling Daniel Mione's journey through deafness and his embrace of a silent world. IMDb: Embracing the Silence No Leg Power Follow the inspiring story of cross-fit athlete CJ Bellamy, who turns a life-altering tragedy into a new purpose. Website: The Forgotten Prisoner A powerful exploration of the hidden struggles faced by children with incarcerated parents, revealing their stories of resilience and the fight for justice. Website: Captain Jack and His Rocket Powered Go Kart A thrilling documentary about 97-year-old daredevil Captain Jack McClure, who defies age and limits to race a rocket-powered go-kart. Website: The Guardian A selfless middle-aged man who has served his community for twenty years as a firefighter, finds his purpose again as a school guardian Website: Arlene Lagos +1 508-530-8875 Other Legal Disclaimer:
