

The Hormone Genius Podcast
Teresa Kenney and Jamie Rathjen
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.
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.
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Mar 15, 2023 • 49min
S3 Ep. 20: Healing Autoimmunity, a Personal Journey with Risa Groux
We welcome to The Hormone Genius Podcast a woman who has experience with healing her own body through lifestyle and nutrition! When Risa Groux, CN was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease that caused chronic inflammation and a host of other health issues, she became determined to find the root cause so she could reverse it without medications. With the proper testing and subsequent dietary and supplement treatment, Risa successfully and naturally reversed her symptoms. This inspired Risa to obtain her certification as an autoimmune specialist in addition to her clinical nutrition certification. This enabled her to better help her clients focus on the root causes of their health concerns and treat them naturally through diet and supplementation.
Risa tought us so much about how we can help our thyroid health and optimal wellness for any all chronic health issues. She also has some fun things to share that made this interview a joy!
Check out her website here: https://www.risagrouxnutrition.com/
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Risa is offering our listeners a 10% off her RGN special detox by using the code HG10. Check out this link to use the code today until 6/15/2023~
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.

Mar 9, 2023 • 30min
S3 Ep. 19: Your Brain Runs the Show: How the Pituitary Gland Regulates Your Menstrual Cycle
When we think about the menstrual cycle, most of us think ovaries — but did you know your brain is actually the boss? In this enlightening episode of the Hormone Genius Podcast, Jamie and Teresa uncover the powerful role the pituitary gland plays in regulating your menstrual cycle, your hormones, and even your behavior.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone tracking their cycle or wanting to better understand the deep connection between the brain and reproductive system. You’ll gain a whole new appreciation for the pituitary gland — the true command center of your hormonal health.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why your brain, not your ovaries, is the primary driver of your menstrual cycle
The key pituitary hormones (like FSH and LH) that regulate ovulation and cycle patterns
How hormonal shifts influence your daily behavior, mood, and energy
Memorable analogies from Jamie that make complex science easy to understand
What the "fertility pacemaker" is — and what happens when it’s disrupted
A closer look at Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA): what it is, what causes it, and how it impacts cycle health
Jamie and Teresa also explain how these scientific insights show up in cycle tracking data, giving you tools to better understand your unique patterns and signals.
Whether you’re a seasoned charting pro or just starting to learn about your cycle, this episode will leave you with a deeper understanding of your body — and why hormonal balance begins in the brain.
Medical Disclaimer: The information shared on The Hormone Genius Podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for medical or mental health advice from a licensed professional.

Feb 22, 2023 • 34min
S3 Ep. 18: Real Solutions to Reproductive Health Problems with Nutritionist Rita Johnson
Rita Johnson, CFCP, NTP wants to help women find the answers to the real women's health problems that effect them on a daily basis. We know how important our gut health is to our overall wellness. We know that in conventional medicine it is hard to get to the root of our symptoms, and find solutions that are not just a "band-aid" or a quick pill fix. Rita is passionate about women being an advocate for their own health and she will share that passion with us on The Hormone Genius Podcast. Rita helps women with Reproductive health issues get Real Solutions. She is the founder of Divine Mercy Nutrition and she is ready to help you take charge of your health today!
linktr.ee/divinemercynutritionalcare
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.

Feb 15, 2023 • 49min
S3 Ep. 17: Jamie & Teresa's Birth Stories; Looking Back
In our last 2 episodes we discussed mental health awareness, and issues that women can suffer through, like trauma. One thing that unfortunately can occur is that birth doesn't always go the way we expect it too. If fact, for some women may be a traumatic experience and not a joyful one. We though it would be good for both of us to look back at our own birth experiences and share them with eachother. Jamie & Teresa have never shared this information with eachother before so it was all new, and fun to share and learn about how our birth stories went. We know how important it is for women to process these stories after birth and to realize we all have these individually unique experiences. Sharing allows for healing, and we hope you enjoy this podcast of just looking back and sharing our birth stories with eachother! We hope it inspires you to share your birth story whether it a friend, a family member, or even a professional, it is helpful, and birth is such a important and powerful experience in each woman's life.
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.

Feb 1, 2023 • 55min
S3 Ep. 16: Mental Health, Trauma & PTSD with Kitty Eisenbeil LMFT
Have you experienced mental illness around birth, post partum, or even your menstrual cycles? Do your know the difference between big T trauma, and little T trauma? Do you know steps you can take to help with past trauma? In this episode you will understand how your body, and your hormones are working to tell you what is going on both mentally and physically. If you feel like your doctor doesn't understand how hormones effect your mood and mental health, then you really want to listen to this amazing episode with Kitty Eisenbeil. She will empower you with information and allow you to take charge of your mental health! Kitty Eisenbeil, LIMHP, LMFT, earned a Master of Art Degree in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of St Thomas, St Paul MN and completed her training for licensure in Las Vegas, NV. As a military spouse, she has worked all over the country and maintains licensure in four states.
Kitty has over 12 years of experience in mental health facilities, working with the military, in private practice and with mental health agencies. Kitty has trained extensively in trauma therapy, utilizing EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Parts Psychology and military resilience training.
ttps://www.emdria.org/
https://acceleratedresolutiontherapy.com/
https://www.remedyhealth.net/
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 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; Take 2 with Dave Guetterman
Take 2 with Dave Guetterman: Why Men Should Understand the Female Cycle
What happens when a man takes the time to deeply understand the beauty and complexity of a woman’s hormonal cycle? Everything changes.
In this inspiring Take 2 episode of The Hormone Genius Podcast, Jamie and Teresa welcome back Dave Guetterman—a passionate advocate for fertility awareness and one of the few men who can speak firsthand about how understanding a woman’s cycle can transform relationships, marriages, and even families.
Dave shares:
His personal journey of learning the ins and outs of the female cycle
Why this knowledge has had a profound impact on his marriage and faith
How educating men on the hormonal cycle can lead to greater empathy, intimacy, and partnership
Why he believes this information has the power to change the world—one relationship at a time
This episode is a must-listen for men—whether you're dating, engaged, married, or raising daughters. And for women, it’s a powerful reminder that you deserve to be deeply understood and supported in your design.
🙏 Jamie and Teresa are honored by Dave’s honesty and passion, and we’re confident his story will inspire you to share this episode with every man in your life.
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Opinions and views expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Hormone Genius Podcast.
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended as a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.