Hormones & Hot Takes

About Hormones & Hot Takes

Hormones & Hot Takes Podcast is your weekly reminder that you're not the only one wondering what the heck is going on. Join two women for honest, off-the-cuff conversations about hormones, motherhood, health, relationships, personal growth, aging, and the realities of modern womanhood. No experts. No perfection. Just real conversations, lots of laughs, and the hot takes we're all thinking.

Publisher

Carrie White and Lori Templeton

Category

education · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 Jul 2026

Latest episode

13 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

17 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   13 Oct 2026

   My Husband Admitted Years of Cheating. I Was 36 Weeks Pregnant.

   Imagine being 36 weeks pregnant and discovering that the person you've spent 20 years with has been hiding a devastating truth. In Part 1 of this deeply personal conversation on Hormones & Hot Takes, Lori shares a story she's kept private for nearly five years. Even Carrie, one of her closest friends, is hearing much of it for the first time. What begins as a conversation about life's hardest seasons becomes an honest discussion about marriage, infidelity, betrayal trauma, forgiveness, faith, and healing after heartbreak. While preparing to welcome her fourth child, Lori was also facing her mother's life-threatening illness and grieving the loss of a close friend. Then came the confession that changed the way she viewed her marriage and years of memories. But here's what surprised her most. She had already chosen forgiveness. So why was she still struggling with overwhelming emotions, broken trust, and unexpected triggers? In Part 1, we discuss: ❤️ Discovering infidelity after years of marriage 💔 Why betrayal can affect your trust, memories, and sense of security 🧠 The emotional and physical reactions that can follow traumatic experiences 🙏 The complicated relationship between faith, forgiveness, and healing 💬 Why counseling and honest conversations became part of Lori's journey 👩👧 What it looks like to navigate heartbreak while raising children and managing everyday responsibilities ✨ Why healing doesn't always look the way we expected This conversation isn't about telling women whether they should stay in a marriage or leave. Every relationship and healing journey is different. It's about sharing a real story, asking difficult questions, and reminding women that they don't have to pretend everything is okay while they're working through something painful. We'd love to hear from you: What's something you wish people understood about healing after betrayal? Please share only what you're comfortable sharing. 🔔 Subscribe to Hormones & Hot Takes for honest conversations about women's health, marriage, motherhood, relationships, faith, trauma, and personal growth. Topics in this episode: Marriage after infidelity • Betrayal trauma • Healing after cheating • Forgiveness • Rebuilding trust • Faith and marriage • Relationship trauma • Women's mental health • Emotional healing • Marriage counseling • Motherhood • Personal growth Until next time, keep asking questions, keep learning, and let's figure this whole womanhood thing out together. ⚠️ Fair warning: We have a tendency to chase rabbit trails. Somehow, they usually lead somewhere worth going. Content note: This episode includes discussion of infidelity, trauma, and past sexual abuse. #MarriageAfterInfidelity #BetrayalTrauma #HormonesAndHotTakes

2. 

   6 Oct 2026

   Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: Signs, Causes & What Actually Helps

   Think pelvic floor problems only happen after having a baby? Think again. In Part 2 of our conversation with pelvic floor physical therapist Angela Turnow, we're getting practical about pelvic floor health and breaking down some of the misconceptions women have been taught about their bodies. Can your pelvic floor be both tight AND weak? Are Kegels always the answer? Are squats enough? What do your nervous system, constipation, hydration, and even the way you move throughout the day have to do with your pelvic floor? We're talking about all of it. In this episode, we discuss: ✨ Signs of pelvic floor dysfunction women may overlook 💧 Why hydration matters for pelvic floor health 🚽 The connection between constipation and your pelvic floor 🧠 How your nervous system can affect your bladder, bowels, and pelvic floor 🏋️ Why working out and doing squats doesn't necessarily mean you're strengthening your pelvic floor correctly 🤰 Why pelvic floor dysfunction isn't only a pregnancy or postpartum issue 💪 The difference between a tight pelvic floor and a weak pelvic floor 🚶♀️ Why everyday movement matters ❤️ Why individualized pelvic floor therapy can make a difference 🗣️ Why women should keep asking questions when they're told symptoms are "just normal" And yes... Somewhere along the way, this becomes a conversation about poop. 😂 Because apparently pelvic floor health involves a lot more than Kegels. If you've experienced bladder leaks when coughing, sneezing, laughing, running, or exercising, pelvic heaviness, constipation, back or hip discomfort, or you've simply wondered whether your pelvic floor is functioning the way it should, this conversation may give you some new questions to ask. Our biggest takeaway? Common doesn't always mean something you simply have to live with. Ask questions. Pay attention to your body. And when something doesn't feel right, don't be afraid to seek individualized guidance from a qualified healthcare professional. 👇 JOIN THE CONVERSATION What's something about women's health that you were once told was "just normal"? Tell us in the comments. ☕ Grab your coffee, pull up a chair, and let's figure this whole womanhood thing out together. Subscribe to Hormones & Hot Takes for honest conversations about women's health, hormones, perimenopause, menopause, motherhood, relationships, faith, healing, and everything we wish someone had told us years ago. 🎙️ TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE Pelvic floor health • Pelvic floor dysfunction • Pelvic floor therapy • Women's health • Bladder leakage • Urinary incontinence • Pelvic floor exercises • Postpartum health • Constipation • Nervous system regulation • Women's wellness • Exercise for women • Healthy aging • Motherhood • Hormones & Hot Takes #PelvicFloor #PelvicFloorHealth #WomensHealth #PelvicFloorTherapy #PostpartumHealth #WomensWellness #HormonesAndHotTakes

3. 

   5 Oct 2026

   Why Kegels Aren't Enough: A Pelvic Floor Therapist Explains | Angela Turnow, Part 1

   Pee when you sneeze? Still wondering what happened to your core after having kids? If the only advice you've heard is "just do Kegels," this conversation is for you. In Part 1 of our two-part conversation, orthopedic and pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Angela Turnow joins Carrie and Lori to explain what the pelvic floor is and why she looks beyond one muscle group when someone comes to her for help. We talk about leaking, changes after pregnancy, the connection between your hips, abs, ribs, and pelvic floor, and why it's okay to ask more questions when the advice you've been given isn't helping. Angela also shares her own experience of feeling unfamiliar with her body after having children. It's an honest conversation about symptoms women often joke about, quietly put up with, or don't realize they can bring up with a professional. What pelvic floor advice have you heard most often? Tell us in the comments. And subscribe to Hormones & Hot Takes so you don't miss Part 2 with Angela. 00:00 Angela - Part 1: Why Kegels Aren't Enough 00:05 Introduction 01:09 Meet Angela 12:21 What Is the Pelvic Floor? 20:08 The Prolapse Conversation 25:33 The Emsella Chair Find Angela: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activemotherhood/ Website: https://activemotherhood.mvt.so/ Listen to Hormones & Hot Takes: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033R3AZI2eKDMHGbUVDmhs?si=bTBYIp5iQ92lhMHYYr7-2g Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hormones-hot-takes/id6788397484 This conversation is for education and discussion. If you're experiencing leaking, pelvic pain, or other symptoms, a qualified healthcare professional can help you understand your options.

4. 

   15 Sept 2026

   Nikki Burdine on Life After TV News, Hormones & Starting Over

   What happens when the career everyone recognizes no longer fits the life or health you want? Former television news anchor Nikki Burdine joins Carrie and Lori for an honest conversation about life after morning news, rebuilding after an unexpected career change, and becoming more present for the people who matter most. Nikki shares how years of waking up at 2:30 a.m., working inside a windowless newsroom, and reporting difficult stories affected her mood, inflammation, nervous system, and Tourette syndrome. She also opens up about her transition into content creation and why she has embraced building a career as an influencer. The conversation also gets refreshingly real about perimenopause, unexplained anger, changing skin, hormone replacement therapy, Botox, PRP treatments, aging, and the pressure women feel to hide what they do to look and feel their best. In this episode, we discuss: • Life after working in television news • How disrupted sleep can affect your physical and mental health • Nikki's experience living and working with Tourette syndrome • The connection between stress, anxiety, and the nervous system • Unexpected symptoms of perimenopause • Honest conversations about Botox, PRP, skincare, and aging • Why women should be able to make their own beauty choices without shame • Turning social media into an income stream • Reinventing yourself after losing a job • Why no woman should rely entirely on one source of income This conversation is candid, funny, and full of the kinds of things women often experience but do not always say out loud. What part of Nikki's story resonated with you most? Tell us in the comments. Subscribe to Hormones & Hot Takes for more honest conversations about women's health, hormones, relationships, motherhood, personal growth, and everything women are thinking but may be afraid to say. CONNECT WITH NIKKI: Follow Nikki on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/nikkiburdinetv) Follow Nikki on Instagram Not the News Podcast (https://www.youtube.com/@notthenewsnashville) Get to know Nikki here (https://www.nikkiburdine.com/) FOLLOW HORMONES & HOT TAKES: YouTube Facebook Instagram TikTok Disclaimer: This episode shares personal experiences and opinions for informational and entertainment purposes. It is not medical advice. Speak with a qualified healthcare professional about your individual health needs. #NikkiBurdine #Perimenopause #LifeAfterTV

5. 

   8 Sept 2026

   Has Modern Feminism Gone Too Far? Femininity, Dating & Marriage

   Has modern feminism empowered women, or has it created new pressures that leave women feeling disconnected from themselves, relationships, and traditional femininity? In this bold episode of Hormones & Hot Takes, Carrie and Lori explore modern feminism, gender roles, modesty, dating, marriage, and what it means to feel feminine in today's culture. They share two different perspectives, one from a longtime marriage and one from the modern dating world, while asking whether independence has truly made women happier or simply expected them to carry everything alone. In this episode: How modern feminism has affected women and the family The difference between women's rights and toxic feminism Why some women struggle to embrace softness and femininity Whether feminism has made traditional gender roles confusing What women really mean when they want a man to lead Why men may feel uncertain about dating, pursuit, and chivalry The importance of continuing to pursue your partner in marriage How love languages and relationship needs change over time Modesty, self-respect, and the pressure to sexualize women Why healthy relationships require communication and mutual effort This conversation is honest, personal, and guaranteed to spark debate. Carrie and Lori are not claiming to have every answer. They are opening the door to a larger conversation about womanhood, masculinity, relationships, faith, and the cultural messages shaping us all. What do you think? Has modern feminism gone too far, or is it still necessary for women's progress? Share your perspective respectfully in the comments. Subscribe to Hormones & Hot Takes for candid conversations about women's issues, relationships, motherhood, faith, hormones, mental health, and the topics people are often afraid to discuss. #ModernFeminism #FeminismDebate #TraditionalFemininity #GenderRoles #DatingAdvice #MarriageAdvice #WomenEmpowerment #HormonesAndHotTakes

6. 

   1 Sept 2026

   The Lindsay Clancy Case: Postpartum Psychosis or Criminal Responsibility?

   CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses the deaths of children, suicide, postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis, intrusive thoughts, and other potentially distressing mental-health topics. Listener discretion is strongly advised. The Lindsay Clancy case has captured national attention—but beyond the courtroom is a conversation about maternal mental health that desperately needs to happen. In this episode of Hormones & Hot Takes, Carrie and Lori examine the competing arguments surrounding the case and the question at the center of the trial: Was Lindsay Clancy able to understand the wrongfulness of her actions, or was she experiencing a severe postpartum psychiatric crisis? They discuss: The difference between postpartum depression and postpartum psychosis Warning signs families should understand Intrusive thoughts and why mothers may be afraid to speak up Sleep deprivation, hormones, anxiety, and the mental load of motherhood Clancy's reported treatment and medication history Whether fragmented maternal mental-health care is putting women at risk The difference between understanding mental illness and excusing harm Why supporting mothers must extend beyond telling them to "ask for help" This conversation is not about deciding guilt or innocence. It is about asking what we can learn—and what needs to change—so struggling mothers receive meaningful care before a crisis occurs. What do you believe the Lindsay Clancy case reveals about the way we treat postpartum mental health? Share your thoughts respectfully in the comments. 👍 Like this episode 💬 Join the conversation 🔔 Subscribe to Hormones & Hot Takes for honest conversations about women's health, hormones, motherhood, relationships, healing, faith, and the topics women are often afraid to discuss. MENTAL-HEALTH RESOURCES If you or someone you know may be experiencing postpartum psychosis, seek immediate professional help and do not leave the individual or children alone. National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: Call or text 1-833-852-6262 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 Postpartum Support International: postpartum.net Postpartum psychosis is a psychiatric emergency. These resources and recommendations are confirmed by Postpartum Support International and the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. DISCLAIMER: Carrie and Lori are sharing personal perspectives for discussion and educational purposes. They are not providing medical, psychiatric, or legal advice. Some claims surrounding this active legal case remain disputed. Seek guidance from qualified professionals for personal medical or mental-health concerns. #LindsayClancy #PostpartumPsychosis #PostpartumDepression #MaternalMentalHealth #WomensMentalHealth #HormonesAndHotTakes

7. 

   25 Aug 2026

   What No One Tells Women About Marriage, Motherhood & Confidence

   *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:0712c3e4-2ded-45ce-bdc3-2593d8537766-0" data-turn-id-container= "request-WEB:0712c3e4-2ded-45ce-bdc3-2593d8537766-0" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-turn="assistant"> What do you wish someone had told you about marriage, motherhood, friendship, and confidence? In this honest and unfiltered episode of Hormones & Hot Takes, Lori and Carrie unpack the lessons women often learn the hard way—from realizing that lasting love is a daily choice to navigating mom guilt, breaking generational cycles, and building friendships rooted in authenticity. They also explore how childhood experiences and unresolved trauma can affect adult relationships, why perfection isn't the goal in motherhood, and how genuine confidence grows when you trust yourself enough to take risks. In this episode: Why love and healthy relationships require intentional effort How your inner child can show up in marriage and parenting The truth about mom guilt, mistakes, and repairing with your children Why friendships naturally change through different seasons The difference between supportive friends and enabling friends How authenticity helps you find the right people Why self-trust is the foundation of real confidence The importance of remembering who you were before the world told you who to be If you've ever questioned whether you're doing marriage, motherhood, friendship, or life "right," this conversation will remind you that growth doesn't require perfection—it requires honesty, grace, and the courage to keep showing up. 💬 What do you wish someone had told you earlier in life? Share your answer in the comments. Subscribe to Hormones & Hot Takes for honest conversations about women's wellness, motherhood, relationships, emotional healing, faith, hormones, and becoming who you were created to be. #MarriageAdvice #Motherhood #WomensConfidence #FemaleFriendships #SelfTrust #GenerationalTrauma #EmotionalHealing #HormonesAndHotTakes _:empty]:hidden">

8. 

   18 Aug 2026

   What No One Tells Women About Hormones, Aging & Finding Yourself

   What do you wish someone had told you about being a woman? In this honest, unfiltered episode of Hormones & Hot Takes, we're talking about the realities of womanhood that too often go unspoken—from changing hormones and brain fog to aging, self-care, faith, identity, and the pressure to hold everything together. We explore: Why women feel guilty for prioritizing themselves How hormones can affect mood, sleep, energy, memory, weight, and confidence What it means to advocate for your own health The complicated messages women receive about femininity and independence Why aging doesn't mean losing yourself How every season can bring you closer to the woman you were created to be Our experiences with 75 Hard and finally prioritizing our health This is the conversation we wish we could have overheard years ago—real, raw, imperfect, and full of hot takes. 💬 What is one thing you wish someone had told you about womanhood, hormones, or aging? Share it in the comments. Subscribe to Hormones & Hot Takes for honest conversations about women's health, motherhood, faith, relationships, personal growth, and real life without the polished facade. This episode shares personal experiences and opinions and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional about your individual health needs. #HormonesAndHotTakes #WomensHealth #Perimenopause #WomenOver40 #HormoneHealth #HealthyAging #SelfCareForWomen #ChristianWomen

9. 

   11 Aug 2026

   Can God Rewire Your Brain? The Neuroscience of Trauma, Faith & Healing | Dr. Deb Gold

   What if healing your trauma isn't just emotional or spiritual—but neurological, too? In this powerful episode of Hormones and Hot Takes, we sit down with Dr. Deb Gold to explore the fascinating intersection of faith, neuroscience, trauma healing, neuroplasticity, identity, and biblical truth. Dr. Deb joins us to talk about her new book, Wired for Redemption: God Created Neuroscience to Heal Trauma and Restore Identity, and shares how understanding the way God designed the brain can change the way we think about healing, purpose, and becoming who we were created to be. And at 75 years old, Dr. Deb has a message every woman needs to hear: God is not finished with you. After losing her husband, Dr. Deb found herself facing the temptation to believe that this chapter of her life was over. Instead, she applied the neuroscience principles she teaches, shifted her mindset, stepped into a new season of purpose—and wrote a book. In this episode, we dig into: 🧠 How trauma can impact the brain, body, and identity ✝️ The connection between neuroscience and biblical principles 🔥 How Jesus' restoration of Peter offers a powerful picture of trauma reprocessing 💭 Neuroplasticity, renewing your mind, and taking thoughts captive 🌿 Healing generational trauma and breaking cycles for future generations 🙏 Prayer, fasting, stillness, and learning to recognize God's voice ❤️ Letting God—not your past, age, failures, or circumstances—define your identity ✨ Why it is NEVER too late to step into your God-given purpose Dr. Deb also walks us through the story of Peter's denial and restoration through the lens of neuroscience, explaining why the charcoal fire matters and how she sees Jesus replacing an association of failure and trauma with love, purpose, and a new commission. This conversation gets deep—and a little nerdy—in the best possible way. If you're a Christian woman navigating trauma recovery, hormone health, emotional healing, grief, mindset shifts, midlife, faith, identity, or finding your purpose in a new season, this episode is for you. Healing isn't only about what happened to you. It's also about who you're becoming. 🎙️ Subscribe to Hormones and Hot Takes for honest conversations about women's hormones, health, healing, faith, trauma, motherhood, womanhood, and the topics women deserve to be talking about. 💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: What part of this discussion challenged or encouraged you most? Drop it in the comments. And if you have a question you'd like us to ask Dr. Deb in a future episode, leave it below! 📖 FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Wired for Redemption: God Created Neuroscience to Heal Trauma and Restore Identity — Dr. Deb Gold 🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss future episodes of Hormones and Hot Takes. #HormonesAndHotTakes #WiredForRedemption #DrDebGold #TraumaHealing #Neuroscience #ChristianWomen #FaithAndScience #Neuroplasticity #RenewYourMind #GenerationalTrauma #ChristianPodcast #WomensHealth #HormoneHealth #FaithBasedPodcast #TraumaRecovery

10. 

    4 Aug 2026

    Your Brain Is Keeping You Stuck (And Most Women Don't Know Why) | Dr. Deborah Gold

    Your reactions aren't random...your brain may simply be repeating what it learned years ago. In this powerful conversation, Lori and Carrie sit down with psychologist Dr. Deborah Gold to uncover how trauma silently affects relationships, parenting, confidence, finances, identity, and even the way we think about ourselves. You'll discover: ✔ Why healing isn't just emotional—it's neurological ✔ Why you keep reacting the same way even after you've "moved on" ✔ How trauma shapes your self-talk ✔ The science behind "taking every thought captive" ✔ Practical techniques to calm your nervous system in minutes ✔ Why it's never too late to rewire your brain Whether you're healing from childhood wounds, betrayal, divorce, or simply wondering why you feel stuck, this episode offers hope, practical tools, and encouragement. ✨ Healing isn't about becoming someone new—it's about becoming who you were created to be. 👇 We'd love to hear from you: What is ONE truth you're choosing to believe about yourself today? Subscribe for more real conversations about hormones, healing, relationships, faith, motherhood, and women's wellness. 🎙️ Topics in this episode Women supporting women • Trauma Healing • Mental Health • Neuroplasticity • Self Worth • Healing Journey • Motherhood • Faith • Hormones and hot takes #TraumaHealing #MentalHealth #Neuroplasticity #SelfWorth #HealingJourney #Motherhood #Faith #WomenSupportingWomen #HormonesAndHotTakes Until next time... keep asking questions, keep learning, and let's figure this whole womanhood thing out together. ⚠️ Fair warning: We have a tendency to chase rabbit trails. Somehow... They usually lead somewhere worth going.

11. 

    28 Jul 2026

    The Cruelest Thing Women Do to Each Other... And It Has to Stop

    Have you ever felt judged by another woman? Maybe it was because of how you parent. How you feed your kids. How you look. How you work. Or maybe it was simply because you asked a question. We've all been there. In this episode, we're having an honest conversation about something that's quietly hurting women everywhere... Women judging other women. Lori shares the story of being publicly criticized by complete strangers while simply trying to survive a day at the zoo with her kids. That experience sparked a much bigger conversation about motherhood, comparison, compassion, and why we make assumptions about people whose stories we don't know. Along the way... because this is Hormones & Hot Takes... We also wander into conversations about: ❤️ Why compassion should always come before criticism 👩👧 The invisible weight so many moms are carrying 💭 How social media and Facebook groups can either build women up... or tear them down ✨ Why every woman's journey with health, motherhood, hormones, healing, and life looks different 🤝 How community becomes powerful when we stop competing and start encouraging 🥩 A few rabbit trails into nutrition, healthy aging, and why it's never too late to start taking care of yourself Our hope is that this episode reminds you of something simple... You never know what another woman is carrying. Before you judge... Choose kindness. Choose curiosity. Choose compassion. Because the woman standing in front of you may simply need someone to remind her... You've got this. So grab your coffee... Pull up a chair... And let's figure this whole womanhood thing out together. 🎙️ Topics in this episode Women supporting women • Mom guilt • Motherhood • Parenting • Women's mental health • Judgment • Compassion • Kindness • Personal growth • Women's community • Healthy aging • Women's health • Faith • Healing • Self-worth • Encouragement • Hormones & Hot Takes • Real conversations Until next time... keep asking questions, keep learning, and let's figure this whole womanhood thing out together. ⚠️ Fair warning: We have a tendency to chase rabbit trails. Somehow... They usually lead somewhere worth going.

12. 

    21 Jul 2026

    What If Every Thought You Have Isn't Telling You the Truth?

    Have you ever caught yourself thinking... "I'm not enough." "I'm a terrible mom." "I'm never going to get past this." "Everyone else has it figured out except me." But what if... Those thoughts aren't actually telling you the truth? In this episode, we continue one of the most meaningful conversations we've had so far as we unpack forgiveness, childhood wounds, healing, and one of the most practical tools that's changed both of our lives: Taking our thoughts captive. We talk about how our childhood experiences shape our expectations, why our parents often loved us with the tools they had, and how healing begins when we stop expecting broken people to give us what they never received themselves. Along the way (because... rabbit trails 🐇), we also dive into: ❤️ Why forgiveness doesn't excuse what happened... but it can set you free 🧠 The stories we tell ourselves after trauma and how they quietly shape our lives 👩👧 Parent relationships, unmet expectations, and learning to extend grace without ignoring truth ✨ Why you're only responsible for your side of the street 🙏 What it actually means to "take every thought captive" and why that one verse completely changed the way we see ourselves 💛 How asking better questions can help you break unhealthy thought patterns and begin healing One thing we hope you'll walk away with is this... Just because you've thought something about yourself for years... Doesn't mean it's true. Sometimes healing starts with one simple question: "Is this actually true... or have I just believed it for so long that it feels true?" We're not here because we've mastered this. We're here because we're still practicing it. Still growing. Still learning. Still catching ourselves when those old thought patterns creep back in. And we'd love for you to join us as we figure this whole womanhood thing out together. So grab your coffee... Pull up a chair... And let's have a conversation. 🎙️ Topics in this episode Taking thoughts captive • Negative thought patterns • Women's mental health • Emotional healing • Forgiveness • Childhood trauma • Parent relationships • Self-worth • Faith • Personal growth • Toxic relationships • Healthy mindset • Women's wellness • Healing journey • Hormones & Hot Takes • Real conversations One challenge we're leaving you with this week... The next time you catch yourself thinking something negative about yourself... Pause. Ask yourself... "Have I taken this thought captive?" It just might change everything. Until next time... keep asking questions, keep learning, and let's figure this whole womanhood thing out together. ⚠️ Fair warning: We have a tendency to chase rabbit trails. Somehow... They usually lead somewhere worth going.

13. 

    14 Jul 2026

    The Lies We Believe About Ourselves... And How They Quietly Shape Our Lives

    What if the biggest thing holding you back... ...isn't your past? What if it's the story you've been telling yourself about your past? In this episode, we dive into one of the most honest conversations we've had yet. From toxic relationships and heartbreak to trauma, healing, and motherhood, we're talking about how the thoughts we believe about ourselves quietly shape our identity, our relationships, and the decisions we make every single day. Because sometimes... The hardest person to convince isn't everyone else. It's ourselves. Along the way (because... rabbit trails 🐇), we also talk about: 💔 Why leaving a toxic relationship is only the beginning of healing 🧠 The unhealthy thought patterns we don't even realize we're repeating ❤️ Why you can grieve something that was never healthy to begin with 🤝 The difference between healing and simply surviving ✨ Why two things can be true at the same time 🙌 Learning to move forward without having everything figured out One of the biggest takeaways from this conversation? Just because you've believed something about yourself for years... Doesn't make it true. Healing begins when we're willing to slow down, ask better questions, challenge the stories we've accepted as truth, and replace them with something healthier. We're not therapists. We're not pretending to have all the answers. We're simply two women sharing our stories, what we've learned, where we've failed, what we're still figuring out, and inviting you into the conversation. Because maybe... The freedom you've been looking for starts with one new thought. So grab your coffee... Pull up a chair... And let's figure this whole womanhood thing out together. 🎙️ Topics in this episode Trauma healing • Toxic relationships • Emotional healing • Self-worth • Women's mental health • Mindset • Thought patterns • Healing after a toxic relationship • Personal growth • Motherhood • Faith • Women's wellness • Emotional resilience • Healthy relationships • Hormones & Hot Takes • Real conversations Next week, we're taking this conversation even deeper as we unpack parent relationships, forgiveness, and what it really means to take your thoughts captive. Trust us... you're not going to want to miss this one. Until next time... keep asking questions, keep learning, and let's figure this whole womanhood thing out together. ⚠️ Fair warning: We have a tendency to chase rabbit trails. Somehow... They usually lead somewhere worth going.

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    13 Jul 2026

    We Were Going to Talk About Makeup... Then We Accidentally Started a Podcast

    We honestly weren't planning to start a podcast that day. We jumped on a Zoom call to catch up, talk about life, and somehow ended up discussing makeup, hormones, nutrition, women's health... and about fifty other rabbit trails. About twenty minutes into the conversation, Lori said... "We should probably just hit record." So we did. And this is what happened. Welcome to Hormones & Hot Takes. This first episode is exactly what this podcast is all about. No script. No fancy studio. No pretending we've got it all figured out. Just two friends having the conversations we were already having anyway... and inviting you to pull up a chair and join us. Somewhere between laughing at ourselves and chasing rabbit trails, we found ourselves asking some pretty big questions about women's health, hormones, aging, nutrition, and all the things we wish someone had told us years ago. In this episode we chat about: ☕ How this podcast accidentally came to life 😂 Why a conversation about makeup turned into... well... everything 💪 Becoming more intentional about what we put in and on our bodies 🔥 Hormones, nutrition, inflammation, and healthy aging 🤔 Why "that's just part of getting older" might not be the whole story 🩸 Women's health topics nobody seems comfortable talking about 🙈 Why we think asking better questions is one of the healthiest things we can do And yes... There are a few conspiracy theories sprinkled in for good measure. We're not here because we have all the answers. We're here because we're curious. We're researching. We're learning. We're laughing through the process. And we'd love for you to come along as we figure this whole womanhood thing out together. So grab your coffee... Pull up a chair... And welcome to the conversation. 🎙️ Topics in this episode Women's health • Hormones • Perimenopause • Menopause • Healthy aging • Hormone balance • Nutrition • Inflammation • Natural wellness • Holistic health • Women's wellness • Midlife health • Faith • Motherhood • Wellness podcast • Hormones & Hot Takes Until next time... keep asking questions, keep learning, and let's figure this whole womanhood thing out together. ⚠️ Fair warning: We have a tendency to chase rabbit trails. Somehow... They usually lead somewhere worth going.

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    7 Jul 2026

    Welcome to Hormones & Hot Takes

    Welcome to Hormones & Hot Takes! We're Lori and Carrie. Two friends who realized we were already having the conversations women needed to hear... so we finally decided to hit record. Every week, you'll pull up a chair while we talk about all the things we wish someone would've told us years ago. Hormones. Perimenopause. Healthy aging. Marriage. Motherhood. Faith. Mindset. Nutrition. Business. Relationships. And all the rabbit trails in between. Some episodes we'll laugh until we cry. Some episodes will challenge the way you think. Some episodes we'll bring in incredible experts. And some days it'll simply feel like you're sitting around the kitchen table with two friends, a cup of coffee, and a conversation you didn't even know you needed. We're not trying to be perfect. We're recording this in real life. Lori has four kids, so don't be surprised if you hear little voices in the background every now and then. Life happens around here, and honestly... we wouldn't have it any other way. Our goal isn't to tell you what to think. It's to ask better questions. To challenge what we've always been told. To share what we're learning. To laugh a lot. And to invite you into the conversation. Because the truth is... We're just two ordinary women on a journey to learn how to become healthier physically, emotionally, and spiritually. And we'd love for you to come along with us as we figure this whole womanhood thing out together. So grab your coffee... Pull up a chair... And join us every Tuesday for honest conversations, practical wisdom, plenty of laughs, and probably a few hot takes. We're so glad you're here. Welcome to Hormones & Hot Takes. And one last thing... If you ever see us out in the wild because of this podcast, please come say hi. We would absolutely love to meet you. We'll see you in the first episode. ❤️

16. 

    7 Jul 2026

    Your Body Is Talking... Are You Listening?

    How many times have you told yourself... "I'm just getting older." "I'm probably just stressed." "This is just part of being a woman." What if your body has actually been trying to tell you something all along? In this episode, we continue our conversation about hormones, perimenopause, and healthy aging, but we go even deeper into something every woman needs to hear: Start paying attention to your body. We talk about why so many women ignore the warning signs, how we're learning to become our own health advocates, and why there isn't a one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to hormones, nutrition, exercise, or aging well. Along the way... because it's us... We also wander into conversations about: 💪 Why strength training changed Lori's body faster than she ever expected 🥩 High-protein nutrition, whole foods, and why calories aren't the whole story 🧠 The mental battle of perfectionism and why "all or nothing" keeps so many women stuck 🔥 Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), birth control, and learning to ask better questions 🚶♀️ Walking, consistency, and why small daily choices matter more than perfect plans ❤️ Why becoming healthier isn't about chasing a number on the scale... it's about creating a life where you actually feel good again. One thing you'll hear us say over and over... We're not here to tell you what you should do. We're here to remind you that you know your body better than anyone else. Ask questions. Do your research. Advocate for yourself. And don't settle for "that's just part of getting older" if you know something doesn't feel right. Because becoming healthier doesn't happen overnight. It happens one intentional decision at a time. So grab your coffee... Pull up a chair... And let's figure this whole womanhood thing out together. 🎙️ Topics in this episode Perimenopause • Women's health • Hormone health • Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) • Healthy aging • Midlife wellness • Brain fog • Inflammation • Women's wellness • Nutrition • High-protein diet • Strength training for women • Walking for health • Birth control • Hormones • Menopause • Mindset • Perfectionism • Holistic health • Hormones & Hot Takes Until next time... keep asking questions, keep learning, and let's figure this whole womanhood thing out together. ⚠️ Fair warning: We have a tendency to chase rabbit trails. Somehow... They usually lead somewhere worth going.

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    7 Jul 2026

    I Thought I Was Losing My Mind... It Was Perimenopause.

    Ever found yourself standing in the middle of the room wondering why you walked in there? Snapping at your kids for absolutely no reason? Feeling exhausted, anxious, achy... and wondering if you're just supposed to accept that because you're getting older? Yeah... Let's talk about that. In this episode, Carrie shares her personal journey through perimenopause and the symptoms that completely caught her off guard. From brain fog and anxiety to joint pain, irritability, and wondering if she was literally losing her mind, we dive into the things so many women experience but rarely talk about. Along the way, we also chase a few rabbit trails (because... us 🤷♀️), including: ☕ Lori's adventures in single mom mode while her husband is away 😂 The beautiful chaos of raising kids and why motherhood is the only job where success means working yourself out of a job 🧠 The symptoms of perimenopause that nobody warned us about 🔥 Brain fog, anxiety, joint pain, mood swings, body temperature changes, and why "you're just getting older" might not be the whole story 💊 Carrie's experience with hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and the difference it made 🤔 Why we're learning to ask better questions instead of simply accepting "that's normal." One thing you'll quickly learn about us... We're not here to tell you what to do. We're here to have honest conversations, share our experiences, bring in experts, and encourage you to become your own best advocate. Because if we've learned anything... It's that women deserve more than, "That's just part of getting older." We'd love for you to join us as we figure this whole womanhood thing out together. So grab your coffee... Pull up a chair... And let's talk about perimenopause. 🎙️ Topics in this episode Perimenopause • Women's hormones • Hormone health • Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) • Menopause • Brain fog • Anxiety • Joint pain • Healthy aging • Women's wellness • Midlife health • Motherhood • Women's health • Hormones & Hot Takes • Wellness podcast • Faith • Real conversations

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