
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

Jan 23, 2023 • 37min
S3 Ep. 15: Tackling Mental Anxiety with Catherine Dinuzzo
Have you ever struggled with anxiety? Has anxiety caused your quality of life to suffer? Anxiety is real and affects so many people. Mental health is as important as physical health and so we want to dive deep into what causes anxiety, how it manifests physically and mentally in a person, and how it can be treated. Today on The Hormone Genius Podcast we had the honor of interviewing Catherine DiNuzzo. Catherine MA is a Licensed Professional Counselor in private practice, who also operates Sacred Heart Mental Wellness. She utilizes traditional cognitive-behavioral counseling practices all through a Christian/Catholic lens.
Catherine earned her Master's Degree in Counseling and Human Services from the University of Colorado-Colorado Springs. Prior to her private practice, Catherine worked for several years in both schools and in agency counseling, namely with Veterans and services such as Veterans Upward Bound and Vet Centers, working with PTSD. She specializes in helping clients to overcome anxiety and depression, as well as other concerns. She has spoken internationally on the topics of mental wellness, as well as for FOCUS, EWTN-Vatican, The Military Council of Catholic Women, and more.
Catherine and her husband, Dave, live in a small rural town in the middle of Kansas with their four amazing children. Find out more about her practice here: https://www.sacredheartmentalwellness.com/about
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.

Jan 11, 2023 • 28min
S3 Ep. 14: The Frustration of LUFsyndrome in Infertility; Q & A with Teresa and Jamie
This topic we are presenting today on The Hormone Genius is very specific, Lutenized Unruptured Follicle syndrome. It likely does not apply to most of you listening today, however, for those whom it does apply to, it is a very important topic. There are many types of ovarian cysts and this is just one type we are discussing today. Remember that every menstrual cycle your body makes a cyst on one ovary, called the follicle which grows to approximately 2.2 CM and then releases an egg in the natural process we call ovulation. So we all have an ovarian cyst every menstrual cycle. But, there are abnormal ovarian cysts as well and when this occurs they can disrupt the normal process of ovulation, cause pain, and even lead to a cycle that is infertile. An LUF is a cyst that fails to ovulate, goes through the process of lutenization, and grow larger than normal filling in with debris. Today we will take a deep dive on the issue of LUF cysts. A reminder that this is not medical advice and if you have concerns about your own individual health symptoms, you should speak to your doctor. Teresa and Jamie want to open this conversation up to give you a knowledge base of this particular issue and empower you with knowledge so you can advocate for the best medical care which is what you ALL deserve.
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.

Jan 5, 2023 • 38min
S3 Ep. 13: Menstrual Migraines Q & A with Teresa and Jamie
Do you suffer from Migraines? In particular, do you notice migraines that are associated more with your menstrual cycle? You are not alone! Of all persons who suffer with migraines up to 70% are women, and approximately 60 to 70% of those women claim their migraines are associated with their menstrual cycle. Jamie & Teresa will take a deep dive on this particular issue and give you answers to how you can manage menstrual migraines, migraines in general and other headaches as well. We are excited to share this information with you and even though this is not medical advice and we want you to seek help from a medical professional, we hope you can start making changes in your life today to help prevent, reduce, and treat migraine headaches. If you have been suffering we invite you to first take a listen, and then share this podcast with a friend.
Be sure to check out our very first mini-course! Its $20 now until the end of the year! Visit https://www.hormonegenius.com/courses/a-hormone-genius-mini-course
To purchase Teresa's book, The Happy Girl's Guide to Being Whole, visit www...
To inquire about Jamie's Hormone Coach Certification Program, visit www.fiatinstitute.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.

Dec 14, 2022 • 43min
S3 Ep. 12: Virtual Fertility Education with Vitae CME; Dr. Martin Owen and wife Theresa
We are happy to share some great information with you regarding your ability to learn more about natural fertility and holistic women's health. Dr. Martin Owen founder of VitaeCME would like to share his virtual learning based website and his passion with all of the world. Theresa has supported Martin through Medical school, residency, his family medical practice and his love for women’s health.
Together they have created a virtual fertility education platform and work with like minded organizations to expand their reach and impact. With God’s grace and an amazing chief technical officer, they continue their mission to improve access to certified medical education. Martin and Theresa Owen have been married 17 years and have 9 awesome children.
We appreciate The Owens time since they are moving recently all the way from Canada to Stuebenville, Ohio. Dr. Martin will be joining Trinity Health and providing holistic women's health and family practice care there soon!
Check out the website for VitaeCME here.
https://vitaecme.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.

Dec 7, 2022 • 33min
S3 Ep. 11: Every Man Should Hear this Episode; Take2 with Dave Guetterman
Take2 with Dave Guetterman. It is absolutely awesome, empowering, and insightful to hear from a man’s perspective, the value of understanding the hormonal cycle of a woman. If you have a man in your life who is in relationship, or is going to be in a relationship, marriage, or partnership with a woman, then having him listen to this episode could change his life. Through personal experience, Dave understands the woman’s cycle in great detail, and he has years of experience sharing this passion and education with other men on the importance of understanding the beauty and gifts of the woman’s feminine design. Jamie and Teresa are grateful to Dave for his honesty about his experience and his passion about how this information could change the world for a better place. You will want to share this with your friends and loved ones!
Be sure to check out our very first mini-course! Its $20 now until the end of the year! Visit https://www.hormonegenius.com/courses/a-hormone-genius-mini-course
To purchase Teresa's book, The Happy Girl's Guide to Being Whole, visit www...
To inquire about Jamie's Hormone Coach Certification Program, visit www.fiatinstitute.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.

Nov 28, 2022 • 32min
All About Estrogen Dominance
Instead of our usually scheduled podcast for this week and in honor of Thanksgiving 2022, Jamie & Teresa are releasing a sneak peak into our mini course! And because we are so grateful to all our listeners, we are giving you a special deal right now and offering our Hormone Genius mini course at more than 1/2 off the regular price of 47$ and until the end of 2022, it will be on sale at 20$. This mini course has 5 modules and a wealth of information, including educational PDF handouts for each module that you can print off and share. Thanks again for supporting our podcast, we are so grateful for all of you, and hope this information continues to empower you to be the genius of your own hormones.
Be sure to check out our very first mini-course! Its $20 now until the end of the year! Visit https://www.hormonegenius.com/courses/a-hormone-genius-mini-course
To purchase Teresa's book, The Happy Girl's Guide to Being Whole, visit www...
To inquire about Jamie's Hormone Coach Certification Program, visit www.fiatinstitute.com
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 16, 2022 • 41min
S3 Ep. 10: The Great Pause: Q & A on Menopause
You asked and we answered! Many of you asked us to do a Menopause focused Podcast and so here it is! Jamie asks Teresa the nitty gritty about what menopause is, what symptoms are typical, and what treatment options are available that work to help a women’s quality of life & health in this time of her life. She will talk in detail about bioidentical hormone replacement therapy so that you feel empowered to make the best decision for your health when you get to this point of your life.
We want to point you in the right direction for resources as well, so here are our favorites to be looking to deep dive further:
Estrogen Matters
by Avrum Bluming, Carol Tavris, et al.
The Hormone Fix: Burn Fat Naturally, Boost Energy, Sleep Better, and Stop Hot Flashes, the Keto-Green Way
by Anna Cabeca DO OBGYN FACOG, Anna Cabeca, et al.
Hormone Repair Manual: Every Woman's Guide to Healthy Hormones After 40 Paperback – February 16, 2021
by Lara Briden ND
The Hormone Cure: Reclaim Balance, Sleep and Sex Drive; Lose Weight; Feel Focused, Vital, and Energized
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 9, 2022 • 41min
S3 Ep. 9: Mold, Lyme, and the Power of Functional Medicine with Dr. Diane Mueller
On this episode of the Hormone Genius Podcast, we welcome a truly inspiring guest — Dr. Diane Mueller, author of Use Your Mind to Heal Your Mold and Lyme: A Survivor's Guide. As a survivor of mold illness, Lyme disease, and chronic IBS symptoms, Dr. Diane brings both personal experience and professional expertise to the conversation on healing and hope.
Dr. Diane is the Co-Founder of the Medicine With Heart Institute, a global Functional Medicine Training School that certifies practitioners in advanced functional testing. Alongside her husband, Dr. Miles Nichols, she has built a platform rooted in the mission of transforming lives through education, innovation, and evidence-based functional medicine.
With dual doctorates in Naturopathic Medicine and Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Dr. Diane is a respected leader in the holistic health space. She has been featured on Fox News, The Doctor Nandi Show, and has graced more than 100 stages and podcasts, sharing her story and the powerful tools that helped her reclaim her health.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
Dr. Diane’s personal journey through chronic illness and how it inspired her life's work
How trauma and mindset intersect with physical healing
The functional medicine approach to mold and Lyme recovery
Practical steps to begin supporting your body’s natural healing processes
Whether you or someone you love is facing chronic health challenges, or you’re simply curious about the mind-body connection in healing, this episode offers valuable insight and encouragement.
Please note: The opinions and views expressed by our interviewees are their own and may not fully reflect those of the Hormone Genius Podcast 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 26, 2022 • 35min
S3 Ep. 8: Taylor 2.0; A Hormone Genius Story Continues
You may remember Taylor Allmand from our 1st season of The Hormone Genius Podcast. If not check out this episode here: https://www.hormonegenius.com/podcast/2021/6/28/ep-33-a-hormone-genius-story-with-taylor-allmand/
Taylor's story relates to so many women because it is a common women's health story. A young woman who was put on birth control early in her life for severe menstrual cramps and irregular periods. With years of suffering and not having answers, she ended up finding hope and healing, and answers to her underlying health issues through cycle charting and NaproTechnology. Her story has continued to evolve since our first interview, and so we wanted give you the 2.0 of Taylor's journey and where her journey in becoming her own 'hormone genius' and how this has lead to follow her passions and help other women. Taylor resides in Omaha, nebraska with her awesome husband Rob and you can learn more about her at @livingwellwithtaylor
If you are searching for more purpose and guidance when it comes to your health and hormones, visit www.livingwellwithtaylor.com to learn more about her services!
Also, to learn more about becoming a hormone coach with Jamie's program, then reach out to Jamie at thehormonegenius@gmail.com or go to https://www.fiatliving.org/www-fiatinstitute-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 18, 2022 • 38min
S3 Ep. 7: FABM Mixdown; Overview of Natural Fertility Methods
Jamie & Teresa in this episode are doing an overview of the most common FABMs that we have a good understanding of the science. There are many, many ways to cycle track and we will review the most common methods including ovulation methods using cervical mucus, the sympto-thermal method, and urinary biomarkers. Jamie & Teresa will go through the very basics of how these systems work in tracking the fertile window. All of these systems have great science behind them and have been studied to avoid pregnancy with high effectiveness rates. Since we cannot go through all the data and details we want to make sure you have further resources to learn more! Check out these sites to take a deeper dive on the systems that we reviewed in this episode.
We truly want you to be empowered to take the step to learn the genius of your body & your hormones, so reach out to us with questions at thehormonegenius@gmail.com.
https://naturalwomanhood.org/find-a-fam-instructor/
https://www.managingyourfertility.com/
https://fabmbase.org/
https://www.mmnfp.com/marquettenfp
https://creightonmodel.com/
https://billings.life/en/
http://ccli.org/learn
https://symptopro.org/
https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/
https://femmhealth.org/
Study on cycle tracking apps on your phone:
https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/AppReviewSynopsis_FACTS.pdf
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.