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Holy & Hormonal
by Kim Gargano
Holy & Hormonal is your new faith-based podcast where our host, Kim Gargano, kicks the door wide open on topics that are not typically spoken about in the Church, like how your period affects your faith. But seriously, can we talk about how hard it is to be holy when your hormones are raging?? From girl talk, to relationships and dating, to navigating life in your 20s, we are going to get real and vulnerable so you feel encouraged to step into your God-given calling and live freely in Jesus name!
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The Plastic Detox on Netflix & Microplastics
Pre-order Holy and Hormonal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310370345?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_A1SFF9A0MTFVT3YKNVR4_1&bestFormat=true
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The PCOS Episode
Let's dive into all things PCOS.Pre-order my book Holy and Hormonal!Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310370345/?bestFormat=true&k=holy%20and%20hormonal&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-bk-v2_k1_1_10_de&crid=1SPKO3CXT4UFM&sprefix=holy%20and%20hTarget: https://www.target.com/p/holy-and-hormonal-by-kim-gargano-paperback/-/A-1007263760Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/holy-and-hormonal-kim-gargano/1148674823?ean=9780310370345
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What the color of your period blood means
Red? Brown? Light pink? What does the color of your period blood mean for your health? Let's break it down. Pre-order my book Holy and Hormonal: https://hoo.be/holyandhormonal
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Holy Thursday / Life Update
It's Holy Week! We talk about Holy Thursday and break down Jesus as the Passover Lamb. We also talk about my latest trip to the GYN for a breast exam... and what they found. Pre-order my book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310370345/?bestFormat=true&k=holy%20and%20hormonal&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-bk-v2_k1_1_10_de&crid=1SPKO3CXT4UFM&sprefix=holy%20and%20h
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I have an announcement...
My book, Holy and Hormonal, is available for pre-order wherever you buy books!"PREORDER25" for 25% off Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/holy-and-hormonal-kim-gargano/1148674823Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310370345/?bestFormat=true&k=holy%20and%20hormonal&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-bk-v2_k1_1_10_de&crid=1SPKO3CXT4UFM&sprefix=holy%20and%20hTarget: https://www.target.com/p/holy-and-hormonal-by-kim-gargano-paperback/-/A-1007263760
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God's not done with you
Let's take a look at Acts 7 into the testimony of Stephen and Saul (aka Paul) involvement with his death. @holyandhormonal
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Stepping out of comfortable
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This is why you're anxious before your period
Let's try to understand progesterone in today's episode! She's supposed to be calming, but what happens if I feel the opposite in my luteal phase??? HELP. @holyandhormonal
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Listen to this when you need a reminder of God's love
I love you. Jesus loves you. <3 @holyandhormonal
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Are we losing reverence for God?
Comfort can replace reverence for God. In this episode, we’re talking about what happens when we lose our awe of God — and how to return to a posture of wonder, humility, and holy fear without losing intimacy.@holyandhormonal
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The Waiting Season
The waiting season can mess with your head a little — especially when it feels like everyone else is getting the things you’ve been praying for.This episode is just an honest conversation about jealousy, comparison, and learning how to stay grounded when life feels slow or uncertain.If you’ve been in that “why not me yet?” space… this one’s for you.@holyandhormonal
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Can you delay God's plans?
In this episode we're reading through the book of Jonah—a book that’s way more relatable than we often realize. Jonah isn’t just about a man and a whale; it’s about running from what God asks, choosing the “easier” path, and learning what obedience looks like when it feels uncomfortable. We’ll talk about why God allows detours, how resistance can lead to deeper growth, and what happens when we finally stop running and say yes.Book Club is happening! Head over to @holyandhormonal for more details.
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How Your Menstrual Cycle Works
Your menstrual cycle is so much more than “just your period”—it’s a monthly rhythm your body moves through with purpose. In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how the cycle works in a simple, easy-to-understand way: what’s happening in the follicular phase, why ovulation matters, how progesterone impacts your mood and PMS, and what your body is trying to tell you through symptoms like cramps, bloating, acne, and fatigue. If you’ve ever felt confused by your hormones or frustrated that nobody taught you this, consider this your big-sis guide to finally understanding your body and learning how to support it with confidence. @holyandhormonal
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The Idol of Feelings
In this episode, we’re talking about something most of us don’t even realize we’re doing—making an idol out of our feelings. When emotions become the loudest voice in our lives, they start calling the shots: what we believe, how we respond, and even how we see God. We’ll unpack the difference between honoring your emotions and being led by them, why feelings are real but not always true, and how to stay anchored in God’s truth when your inner world feels chaotic. If you’ve ever felt ruled by anxiety, overwhelmed by mood swings, or confused by your own heart, this one is for you.@holyandhormonal
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I Deleted TikTok and I've Never Been Happier
I finally deleted TikTok — and in today’s episode, I’m telling you exactly why. From doom-scrolling to comparison spirals, I realized it was costing me more than it was giving me. And now I’m sharing the surprising things I’ve gained since hitting “delete.”
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The Secret to Overcoming Anxiety
Hey girls, welcome back to the pod! I'm back from Italy and here to spill all the Jesus tea that I learned overseas. From learning to surrender to visiting Mamertime Prison where Paul and Peter were imprisoned...we have a lot to unpack. www.kimgargano.com @holyandhormonal
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S3 EP26. Anxiety
Hey guys, thanks so much for your patience as I took some time off to deal with things behind the scenes. This vid explains it all. @holyandhormonal
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S3 EP25. The Blood Sugar Episode
Hey gals, today we're walking through the book Glucose Revolution. We're going to understand why stable blood sugar matters, what glucose even is, and why it's so important for hormone health (specifically PCOS). Finally, we're going to journey into the author's tips and tricks for managing blood sugar. Let's do it!@holyandhormonal
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S3 EP24. Put the Phone Down (Fasting & Breakthrough)
This past week the Lord changed my life through prayer and fasting. And this is what He did. @holyandhormonal
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S3 EP23. Cellulite & Body Image
What if we were women that loved our bodies rather than ones that hate what they see in the mirror? What if we learned to surrender to God's design and accept who we are, where we are? I think there would be more freedom for God's daughters..Coaching: https://kimgargano.com/work-with-kim@holyandhormonal
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S3 EP22. What I've Been Learning in Therapy
Welcome to my therapy session. On the menu: demons, nightmares, agreements, strongholds. Enjoy!Hormone Revival Guide: https://kimgargano.com/shop-the-hormone-revival-guide
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S3 EP21. My Disability is Not my Identity with Nicole Flores
Today we're joined by my best friend, Nicole Flores, who has an incredible testimony and journey with Jesus. She's the founder of the real pause., a Christian brand focused on encouraging people to pause in His presence. I can't wait for you to hear her story. @therealpause@nicoleflowerr
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S3 EP20. Childhood trauma & PMDD with The PMDD Chick
Britney, known as "The PMDD Chick," is a dedicated Women's Health Coach specializing in Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). Drawing from her own experience overcoming severe PMDD, she has become a trusted source of support and knowledge for women facing this often misunderstood condition.As a qualified Women's Health Coach, Britney empowers women to identify and address factors that exacerbate PMDD symptoms. Empowering women to identify contributing factors that may exacerbate PMDD symptoms, Britney offers holistic, personalized solutions through her online PMDD programs, which provide practical strategies and insights to help women manage and alleviate their symptoms [email protected]
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S3 EP19. Anna the Prophetess | Luke 2
Anna the prophetess is the one and only woman named a prophet in Scripture. She was widowed and devoted her life to praying and fasting in the temple. Let's dive into her story and hear more about the birth of Jesus!
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S3 EP18. The 4 Phases of the Menstrual Cycle
We're diving back into the menstrual cycle: how it works, what the four phases are, and how to seek God in each phase. We're going to break down what hormones are, the endocrine system, and take a closer look at what's going on in your body in each phase. @holyandhormonalpodcast
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S3 EP17. The Story of Hannah | 1 Samuel
We're switching things up this week and going straight to the Bible to hear the redemptive story of Hannah. Hannah was married to a man who had another wife, Peninnah, who taunted her for not having children. But Hannah sought the Lord and cried out, "If you give me a son, I will give him back to you." And God answered that prayer. Let's jump into her story. @holyandhormonalpodcast
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S3 EP16. Hosting an NYC Pop-Up & Merch Available Now!!
WE HAVE MERCH!!! Shop using this link: https://kimgargano.com/shopNYC Pop-Up:July 13th 1-3:30 pmTickets here! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1376334175569?aff=oddtdtcreator
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S3 EP15. Can Faith and Science Speak the Same Language? with Ronnie Rose
Ronnie Rose is a research scientist and rising science communicator, sister in Christ, and a dear friend of mine! Ronnie has contributed to research at two of the world’s leading cancer hospitals and over the years, her work has contributed to studies on bladder, lung, prostate, and most recently, breast cancer. She’s also co-authored an educational textbook published by the American Society of Clinical Oncology, addressing the rising cost of cancer drugs and how it impacts patient access — a topic that speaks directly to her mission. Ronnie’s built a diverse background from lab work in neuroscience to ecology — experience that now helps her connect ideas across disciplines and fuels her bigger mission: to make science accessible to underrepresented communities think about their health, and empower them with [email protected] ronnierose.nyc
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S3 EP14. Being in a Healthy Relationship is Hard
Hey ladies. Today we're diving into relationships and dating, and how hard healthy relationships can be. Before I met the Lord and my husband I was in toxic relationships with men who made me feel insecure. So meeting my husband and learning to be in a safe relationship was harder than I anticipated. Let's dive into this convo. @holyandhormonalpodcast
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S3 EP13. Do You Have PCOS and Not Even Know it? | Dr. Sarah Dacarrett
Dr. Sarah Dacarrett is a leading hormone specialist and founder of Inner Balance—a groundbreaking platform transforming how women manage hormonal imbalances.Dr. Daccarett is passionate about ending the cycle of misdiagnosis and overlooked symptoms, offering natural, bioidentical hormone therapy tailored for younger women struggling with PCOS, endometriosis, and perimenopause—areas often ignored by traditional HRT.@holyandhormonalpodcast@sarahdacarrettmd
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S3 EP12. Acupuncture & Regulating My Cycle Post-Birth Control
Today's episode is a chatty health update. I talk about my journey with acupuncture as a Christian and how I regulated my cycle post birth control!! @holyandhormonalpodcast
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S3 EP11. Is Alcohol Worsening PMS?
Alcohol can affect PMS say whaaaaat? In this episode we're going to talk about my relationship with alcohol and why I stopped drinking, and the affects of alcohol on the liver, hormones, and brain. Let's get into itttttt.@holyandhormonalpodcast
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S3 EP10. Loving Difficult Co-workers and Finding Purpose in your 9 to 5 with Christian Corporate Girl
Carolina, a.k.a. Christian Corporate Girl, joins me today to chat about the workforce. How can you find purpose in a job you hate? How can I love difficult people? How can I have the confidence to say no to secular work activities? What about asking for a raise? Carolina answers all these questions and shares her healing testimony of how God healed her excruciating period pain. It's a good one, ya'll!!
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S3 EP9. My Favorite Hormone-Friendly Products
Today's episode is all about hormone friendly products! Here's a list of my favs :) SHOP THE PRODUCTS: https://amazon.com/shop/kimcaputo?utm_source=hoobe&utm_medium=social
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S3 EP8. How Minimalism Yields Maximum Joy with Julia Ubbenga
Does the clutter in your home stress you out? Do you feel like you can't let go of sentimental items that no longer serve you? Julia Ubbenga, founder of "Rich in What Matters" and author of Declutter Your Heart and Your Home, is here to talk about the benefits of minimalism on your health, hormones, finances, and so much more. Be sure to grab a copy of her book available everywhere you buy books! @holyandhormonalpodcast
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S3 EP7. The Effect of Prayer on Your Hormones & How to De-Stress
Did you know that prayer directly activates the parasympathetic nervous system? Or that there's spiritual practices you can adopt to train your body to calm down before reaching panic? Let's talk about it all and more! God is so cool!!! @holyandhormonalpodcast
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S3 EP6. Why Do I Become the Worst Version of Myself on my Period?
Mood swings, irrational anger, irritability, impatience, all of these are quite literally the opposite of the fruits of the Spirit, but why do we struggle with them so much when we're about to get our period? Let's take a deeper dive into the luteal phase, PMS, and talk about ways to manage symptoms and break through the chaos with spiritual practices. @holyandhormonalpodcastLink to the liver supplement: https://www.amazon.com/shop/kimcaputo/list/22GR95QMHFYS3?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_aipsflist_9MHZJZRNGTDMJK745C8B&language=en_US
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S3 EP5. Pregnancy Hormones & Running a Nonprofit with Hope Reagan Harris
Today we're joined by my bestie, Hope. She's a mom with another on the way, author, and founder of Purpose Doesn't Pause. We chat about pregnancy hormones, motherhood, navigating God's call and how to be a faithful steward when your circumstances are less than ideal. This episode was so fun to film, I'm still giggling!! Grab Hope's latest book, Now Over Next, on Amazon!
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S3 EP4. This is How Your Period Actually Works
We as women have periods right, but do you actually know how it works? The hormones involved? The glands and organs that communicate with each other? In this episode I'm going to bring you through the 8 endocrine glands/organs and explain each of their roles, and break down exactly how your menstrual cycle works. @holyandhormonalpodcast
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S3 EP3. 10 Things Every Woman Should Know About Her Hormones
In no particular order, let's go over the top 10 things every woman should know about her hormones. From caffeine to sugar, and blue light to exercise, here's a comprehensive list as to how your hormones play a role in your mental and physical health.
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S3 EP2. Why Were Women's Periods "Unclean" in the Old Testament?
You guys... this episode makes my heart feel like mush. Jesus is so so good. We're diving right into hard to read verses like Leviticus 15 that says women are unclean on their periods and need to be removed from the city for a period of time. Why? And where is God in all of that? Let's get into it.IG @holyandhormonalpodcast
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S3 EP1. My Cancer Scare, Birth Control & Walking by Faith
Welcome to season 3 chicas! I'm so excited to kick off this season with an update as to what I've been going through the past year behind the scenes. From my lymphoma scare, to coming off birth control, the Lord has been teaching me new things. IG: @holyandhormonalpodcast
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S2 EP10. Is it Spiritual Warfare or am I Just Getting my Period
This is our last episode in season 2! Let's end with a bang and talk about spiritual warfare vs our hormones. How can we tell the difference between the two when our periods can feel like we're going to war? What is spiritual warfare? And how can I fight the enemy back? I'll see you so soon for season 3! @holyandhormonalpodcast Jackie Hill Perry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13LpgaZlNos Vlad Savchuck: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cU3DdRi05co
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S2 EP9. 3 Methods to Study the Bible
Let's talk about 3 different methods to study the Bible and grow deeper in your relationship with Christ. Through S.O.A.R, R.I.P.P, and Meditation/Journaling, these methods will help sink your roots further in the Word. @holyandhormonalpodcast
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S1 EP7. Friendships (Letting People Go & How to Heal From Past Hurt)
How do you know when it's the right time to let someone go? How do you heal & move forward from a friend that caused you so much pain? How do you forgive? In this episode, Kim shares her experiences with friendships; The good, the bad, and the toxic. She brings us through her childhood friendships and explains how they shaped her into the toxic friend she was at one point in her life. Kim also shares 5 tips on how to forgive someone hurt you and how to forgive yourself. At the end of the day, Jesus commands us to forgive. So let's dive into this episode together! @holyandhormonalpodcast
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S2 EP8. Hormone-Friendly Products (Beauty, Clothing, Cleaning, & Foods)
From plastics to parabens and pesticides to phthalates, we can't seem to avoid toxins in our life. These xenoestrogens are in our foods, hair products, water bottles, and clothing. In this episode we'll break down what these toxins are, how to look out for them, and how to avoid them. We'll even look at great brand swaps you can make! To make your lives easier here are links to every product we spoke about in the episode: ⭐AMAZON STOREFRONT: https://www.amazon.com/shop/kimcaputo ⭐SHOPMY: https://shopmy.us/kimgargano
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S2 EP7. How A Works-Based Mindset and Chronic Stress Directly Impact Your Hormonal Health
Works-based mindsets. Doing, doing, doing. Chronic Stress. Worry, worry, worry. Surely these aren't good for our health, right? CORRECT. In this episode, I'm going to break down why a works-based mindset is unbiblical, why it leads to anxiety and worry, and directly leads to higher levels of stress. Secondly, we're going to look at chronic stress (cortisol & the HPA-axis) and learn how elevated levels directly impact our hormonal health and overall wellbeing.
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S2 EP6. Do Less, Rest More
Why is it so hard for us women to rest? Did you know that the word "rest" is used 275 times in the Bible? From Genesis to Revelation we see rhythms of rest and work. Why is it that when Jesus commands us to stop striving, to be still, and to be present with Him that we all of the sudden find every excuse not to? Why is it so important anyways... and the golden question, how does rest affect our hormones and overall health?
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S2 EP5. PMDD, PMS, & How it Affects our Faith
PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) is not nearly talked about enough. It affects so much of our daily life, and especially our walk with Jesus. So let's dive into symptoms, diagnoses, prevention, and how to seek Jesus through the mood swings. IG: @holyandhormonalpodcast
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S2 EP4. How Do I Know He's "The One"
Let's dive right into this hot take.. is there really "the one"? We're going to talk about idolatry, love being a choice, and how the Lord showed me that my husband was the man I should marry. IG: @holyandhormonalpodcast
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Holy & Hormonal is your new faith-based podcast where our host, Kim Gargano, kicks the door wide open on topics that are not typically spoken about in the Church, like how your period affects your faith. But seriously, can we talk about how hard it is to be holy when your hormones are raging?? From girl talk, to relationships and dating, to navigating life in your 20s, we are going to get real and vulnerable so you feel encouraged to step into your God-given calling and live freely in Jesus name!
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