
The Hormone Genius Podcast
Welcome to The Hormone Genius Podcast! Co-hosts Jamie Rathjen and Teresa Kenney desire to be a voice of hope for women across the world. Their mission is to inspire a new generation of women who are educated and informed about the gift and beauty of the feminine design. This is a generation of women who deserve a holistic approach to women's healthcare. Jamie and Teresa want to inspire, inform, and empower their listeners, and to make women the genius of their own hormones!
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.
Latest episodes

Nov 17, 2021 • 34min
S2 Ep 12: Q & A College Girls Night Out
Jamie & Teresa head on the road to speak to a group of awesome young college women in Omaha, Nebraska. Listen to questions from college women who want to understand their hormone genius. Jamie & Teresa recorded it all, so that all of YOU can be empowered to learn more from these amazing young women and the most pertinent questions they had for The Hormone Genius Podcast.
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

Nov 10, 2021 • 38min
S2 Ep. 11: Discussing Marquette Postpartum Charting with Feminine Genius Bekah Knobeloch
Welcome Bekah Knobeloch of Feminine Genius Ministries to The Hormone Genius Podcast! Bekah is a Lincoln native, mama of four, and wife to a mountain man from Colorado. She is a registered nurse with a national certification in pediatrics. Currently, you can find her practicing nursing as a Marquette Model Natural Family Planning instructor at FeminineGeniusMinistries.com. She has an incredible amount of experience in Marquette Charting and we wanted to specifically pick her brain on charting in "cycle zero". When she isn’t homeschooling or teaching NFP, she loves to travel, write, and host dinner parties.
Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole.
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

Nov 3, 2021 • 39min
S2 Ep. 10: Balancing Hormones with the Gorgeous Esther Blum
Do you believe your health is worth fighting for? On this episode, Jamie and Teresa interview Esther Blum. Esther believes that not only is your health as a woman worth fighting for, but also that no matter what your starting point, fixing your health is an achievable goal. Before Esther built her highly successful practice, she was a girl that never lost that last 10 pounds, beat mercury and mold toxicity, battled Epstein-Barr Virus and suffered from debilitating insomnia. Now she’s passionate about helping others conquer the health struggles that just won’t seem to go away. Her training and expertise have enabled her to coach thousands of women to eliminate the need for medication, lose stubborn belly fat, and reverse chronic illness. Esther is a widely respected industry expert and the bestselling author of Cavewomen Don’t Get Fat, Eat, Drink and Be Gorgeous, Secrets of Gorgeous, and The Eat, Drink, and Be Gorgeous Project. Be educated, be empowered and finally take charge of your health with Esther Blum as your guide.
Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole.
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

Oct 25, 2021 • 31min
S2 Ep. 9: Everything You Need To Know About Your Vaginal Microbiome
As women, I think most of us can relate to the common and frustrating issues that can affect our VAG (very awesome girl-part). From vaginal infections to urinary tract infections, there truly is a balance that needs to be maintained in our VAG, and when the balance is off then trouble can occur. It is important to understand the difference between what is normal and abnormal for the VAG. In this episode, Jamie will be asking Teresa all sorts of questions about these issues, discussing tips on how you can prevent infections and keep the VAG happy and healthy. You definitely will want to listen to this important women's health information.
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

Oct 13, 2021 • 41min
S2 Ep. 8: Fertility Obsessed with Dr. Nora Pope and Dr. Jessica Liu
Dr. Nora Pope and Dr. Jessica Liu, both naturopathic physicians, are women with a passion for fertility, body literacy, and hormonal healing for their patients. They met at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2005 and have never looked back! Both women share a common commitment to educate other health care practitioners about cycle charting, body literacy, and healing infertility. Be sure to check their upcoming Fertility Symposium November 5, 2021 on restoring fertility! Jamie and Teresa will dive in with Nora and Jessica and learn how cycle charting can lead to finding the underlying root cause of disease and lead to restoration of hormonal health. Be sure to check out Nora and Jessica's website www.fertilityce.com.
Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole.
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

Oct 6, 2021 • 32min
S2 Ep. 7: Gut Health, Nutrition, and Getting to the Root Cause with Sophie Shepherd
Sophie Shepherd, founder of SHE Talks Health, is passionate about helping women find the root cause of their underlying health issues. Through her own journey of healing naturally from Hashimoto's thyroiditis, SIBO, Yeast overgrowth and hormone imbalance, Sophie learned how to restore and heal and decided to help others do the same. Her holistic journey back to optimal health inspired her to go back to school at The Institute for Integrative Nutrition, The C.H.E.K. Institute and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition. Now, with years of personal & professional experience in holistic health, Sophie helps women around the globe transform their menstrual and digestive health through a combination of root cause diagnostic testing, nutrition and lifestyle science. She and her team at SHE Talks Health help women go from hormonal chaos, gut issues and anxiety to feeling at peace in their bodies. Sophie’s mission is to educate and empower women so they can reclaim their health and get their lives back!
Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole.
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

Sep 29, 2021 • 30min
S2 Ep 6: Cramps, Acne, Irregular Cycles and More: What Jamie & Teresa Wish They Knew As Teens
This episode was shot in Des Moines, Iowa where Jamie & Teresa meet for just the third time in person to do a photo shoot and get to know each other better. We wanted to shoot a podcast in person together and we thought it would be fun to highlight important information that we wished we had known when we were younger gals. From acne to cramps to irregular periods and even dating, Jamie and Teresa will explore simple tips and education that could have a life changing impact on the young women in your life. If you want to share something that you wished you would have known about your body as a woman, your fertility, your feminine genius, email us at thehormonegenius@gmail.com.
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

Sep 20, 2021 • 35min
S2 Ep. 5: Unmasking Endocrine Disruptors: How Toxins Are Impacting Our Health & Hormones
Our world is saturated with chemicals — from plastics to pesticides to personal care products — and many of these substances have a hidden cost: they disrupt our endocrine system. In this eye-opening episode of the Hormone Genius Podcast, Jamie and Teresa take a deep dive into the world of endocrine disruptors, shedding light on how these environmental and synthetic chemicals are affecting not only our health, but the health of future generations.
Join us as we explore:
What endocrine disruptors are and where they’re commonly found in everyday life
The alarming connection between these chemicals and reproductive health issues, hormonal imbalances, and even chronic illness
How synthetic hormones — including those found in hormonal contraceptives — function as direct endocrine disruptors in the body
The ripple effect of these substances on our environment and how they make their way back into our food and water supply
While the information may feel overwhelming, Jamie and Teresa are here to start the conversation — not to create fear, but to empower you with awareness and practical steps.
The good news? You’re not powerless. In fact, we all have choices we can make to reduce our toxic load and protect our hormonal health, from the products we use on our skin to the food we put on our plates.
This episode is just the beginning of a larger, vital discussion — one that touches on the intersections of environmental health, women’s health, and informed choice. Whether you're just learning about endocrine disruptors or have been on this journey for a while, this is a crucial conversation you won’t want to miss.
Tune in to take the first step toward cleaner living, empowered decision-making, and protecting your body’s delicate hormonal balance.
Let’s raise awareness together — your body (and future generations) will thank you.
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

Sep 8, 2021 • 34min
S2 Ep. 4: Body Literacy Expert and Fertility Coach Melissa Buchan
We welcome Melissa Buchan, founder of Virtus Fertility Care, to The Hormone Genius Podcast. Melissa is a Fertility Coach and understands the connection between body literacy and a strong marital relationship. Fifteen years in the Fertility Awareness arena, her passion for coaching and advocating for women and couples paved the path to her new program Chart Your Cycle. Chart Your Cycle is an online coaching platform empowering women around the world to know their bodies, confidently practice NFP, and advocate for their own reproductive healthcare. Melissa is married to her best friend and biggest supporter, Kris. The couple’s journey into NFP is a story of physical and spiritual healing and a central aspect of their relationship. They truly believe that living a charting lifestyle is so much more than family planning. It is a prayer of their bodies.
Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole.
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

Sep 1, 2021 • 46min
S2 Ep. 3: Ellen Virginia Discovers the Heart of Healing
Ellen Virginia is a wife and mother of seven children (four on earth and three in heaven), and has been through much loss and incredible suffering. She's also been on a difficult health journey that led her to seek and find answers to mysterious and debilitating symptoms. Through her own journey of restoring hope and healing, she was inspired to help other women. As Ellen states, "After having four babies in four years with three miscarriages in between, the more women I talk to, the more I realize what a need there is for this validation, of sorts — that being open to life doesn’t mean 'having all the babies'. In fact it’s kind of limiting to think that the only way women can bear life is through physical birth". Through her journey she was inspired to launch a ministry supporting and encouraging women to advocate for themselves, not only on their family planning journeys, but also through career changes, and especially when seeking better healthcare.
Her website is www.yokedtothehealer.com
Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole.
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.