Hello, Hot Flash: Christian Menopause, Weight Loss, Hormones & Midlife Health

If you're a Christian woman navigating perimenopause or menopause — and you're exhausted, gaining weight, not sleeping, and not getting real answers from your doctor — you found the right place.
Hello, Hot Flash is a faith-informed, science-based menopause podcast hosted by Stephanie Shaw — a menopause advocate who saw 18 doctors, visited two world-renowned medical facilities, and spent $20,000 out of pocket before finally finding relief. She built this show so you don't have to go through what she did.
Each week, Stephanie talks with gynecologists, menopause specialists, hormone experts, functional medicine doctors, nutritionists, and real women who've been there — breaking down the most-searched menopause topics in plain language:
Menopause weight loss and belly fat · hot flashes and night sweats · sleep problems and 3AM wake-ups · HRT vs. BHRT vs. natural remedies · hormone health and estrogen · testosterone and libido · brain fog and focus · anxiety and depression · insulin resistance and metabolism after 40 · sugar cravings · heart health and bone density · hair loss, joint pain, and heart palpitations · vaginal dryness · irregular periods and frozen shoulder
Women who listen to Hello, Hot Flash get real answers to the questions that keep them up at night — and the faith to trust that God designed this body and this season with purpose:
- HRT vs. Bioidentical HRT vs. natural remedies — what's actually right for you?
- How to balance your hormones naturally and effectively.
- What really works for hot flashes and night sweats.
- How to sleep all night and finally beat insomnia.
- How to lose weight and keep it off after 40.
- How to reduce brain fog and sharpen your focus so you can show up fully — at work, at home, and in your calling.
- How menopause affects your sex drive and your relationships — and how Jesus meets you even there.
- The best foods and supplements for midlife health.
- How much protein you need, how much water you should drink, and what your body is actually asking for.
- How menopause impacts your bones, your heart, and your long-term health — and why the Holy Spirit is as much a part of your healing as any hormone panel.
This is a show where your faith and your health belong in the same conversation. Hello, Hot Flash is ranked in the Top 3% of Podcasts Worldwide (Listen Notes) and named one of Feedspot's Top 25 Best Menopause Podcasts of 2025.
Real questions. Real answers. No dismissals.
Subscribe now and join women around the world who are taking back this season — with clarity, confidence, and faith.
Show notes, resources, and bonuses at https://hellohotflash.com
If this show has helped you, please leave a review — no woman should have to navigate menopause alone.
If you're a Christian woman navigating perimenopause or menopause — and you're exhausted, gaining weight, not sleeping, and not getting real answers from your doctor — you found the right place.
Hello, Hot Flash is a faith-informed, science-based menopause podcast hosted by Stephanie Shaw — a menopause advocate who saw 18 doctors, visited two world-renowned medical facilities, and spent $20,000 out of pocket before finally finding relief. She built this show so you don't have to go through what she did.
Each week, Stephanie talks with gynecologists, menopause specialists, hormone experts, functional medicine doctors, nutritionists, and real women who've been there — breaking down the most-searched menopause topics in plain language:
Menopause weight loss and belly fat · hot flashes and night sweats · sleep problems and 3AM wake-ups · HRT vs. BHRT vs. natural remedies · hormone health and estrogen · testosterone and libido · brain fog and focus · anxiety and depression · insulin resistance and metabolism after 40 · sugar cravings · heart health and bone density · hair loss, joint pain, and heart palpitations · vaginal dryness · irregular periods and frozen shoulder
Women who listen to Hello, Hot Flash get real answers to the questions that keep them up at night — and the faith to trust that God designed this body and this season with purpose:
- HRT vs. Bioidentical HRT vs. natural remedies — what's actually right for you?
- How to balance your hormones naturally and effectively.
- What really works for hot flashes and night sweats.
- How to sleep all night and finally beat insomnia.
- How to lose weight and keep it off after 40.
- How to reduce brain fog and sharpen your focus so you can show up fully — at work, at home, and in your calling.
- How menopause affects your sex drive and your relationships — and how Jesus meets you even there.
- The best foods and supplements for midlife health.
- How much protein you need, how much water you should drink, and what your body is actually asking for.
- How menopause impacts your bones, your heart, and your long-term health — and why the Holy Spirit is as much a part of your healing as any hormone panel.
This is a show where your faith and your health belong in the same conversation. Hello, Hot Flash is ranked in the Top 3% of Podcasts Worldwide (Listen Notes) and named one of Feedspot's Top 25 Best Menopause Podcasts of 2025.
Real questions. Real answers. No dismissals.
Subscribe now and join women around the world who are taking back this season — with clarity, confidence, and faith.
Show notes, resources, and bonuses at https://hellohotflash.com
If this show has helped you, please leave a review — no woman should have to navigate menopause alone.
Episodes
Episodes



Aug 24, 2023
#093 - How Music Effects Menopausal Symptoms
Aug 24, 2023
Aug 24, 2023
45 min
On This Episode
Barry Goldstein, a Grammy award-winning music producer, shares his journey in music and how he found that sound and vibration can help manage anxiety, even for patients in hospice care. He calls himself a "Musitarian" because he's dedicated to using music, vibration, and sound to improve people's lives. Barry explains how music can be a therapeutic tool to change energy and mindset and how it connects the brain and heart for better health.
He also talks about his therapeutic music, composed at 60 beats per minute with smooth rhythms to target specific brainwave states for focus, relaxation, and creativity. Additionally, Barry shares a bedtime ritual that can help listeners achieve a delta brainwave state for better sleep. Throughout the episode, he offers practical techniques to transform lives, promote inner peace, and increase daily productivity with music.
Timestamps
[00:00:02] Award-winning music producer and his groundbreaking book
[00:04:15] The Healing Power of Music
[00:08:01] Music as a Tool for Healing
[00:12:10] The Benefits of Flow State and Music for Productivity
[00:16:21] The Power of Finding Inner Harmony through Music
[00:19:57] Health Benefits of Music
[00:23:48] The Power of Music for Transformation
[00:27:28] Boosting Productivity and Creativity with Music and Tools
[00:31:11] Incorporating music for daily energy and relaxation
[00:34:49] Understanding Children through their Music
[00:38:36] Morning Intention Setting with Music and Blessings
About Our Guest:
https://www.barrygoldsteinmusic.com/
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Aug 17, 2023
How Life Coaching Can Impact Your Mind And Body
Aug 17, 2023
Aug 17, 2023
29 min
In This Episode
Join me in this episode as I speak with Christine Semple, a holistic wellness coach, life coach, nutritionist, and personal trainer. She shares her inspiring journey of overcoming alcohol addiction and becoming a coach who empowers women to conquer self-defeating thoughts and reconnect with themselves. Christine emphasizes the importance of aligning personal values with work, setting achievable goals, and prioritizing personal growth while celebrating small successes.
Christine emphasizes that positive change can be initiated without hitting rock bottom. Working with a life coach can help shift thinking patterns and build good habits gradually. She also warns against numbing oneself with various activities and stresses the importance of recognizing when one is stuck. It is crucial to create intentions to move in a different direction.
Timestamps
[00:00:02] Overcoming Self-Defeating Thoughts and Behaviors
[00:04:15] Overcoming Adversity and Finding New Purpose
[00:08:38] Breaking down emotional walls
[00:12:58] Aligning personal values with work
[00:16:59] Overcoming Failure through Grace and Habit-Building
[00:20:35] Breaking Free from Phone Dependency
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Https://HelloHotFlash.com
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Aug 10, 2023
Aug 10, 2023
30 min
In This Episode
In this episode, Registered Dietician Jessika Brown from the Fuel Her Awesome Podcast joins as a guest to discuss how intuitive and empowered eating can help individuals break free from disordered eating habits and achieve a healthier relationship with food. She explains principles that reject traditional structures and highlights the fullness principle, which assists individuals in discovering satisfaction and balance in their eating habits. Jessika also emphasizes the importance of gut health and a healthy microbiome in improving overall health.
Moreover, Jessika discusses how women approaching menopause can counteract natural changes with adequate protein and micronutrient intake. She emphasizes the importance of fueling the body with carbohydrates and protein before and after a workout. Lastly, she encourages individuals to be kinder to themselves, adjust their expectations, and incorporate more gratitude towards their bodies.
Timestamps
[00:00:02] Intuitive and Empowered Eating Approached
[00:03:56] Benefits and principles of intuitive eating
[00:07:28] Benefits of Intuitive and Empowered Eating
[00:11:10] The Significance of Biofeedback in Nutrition
[00:14:41] Gut Health and Sports Nutrition for Aging
[00:18:11] Protein and Muscle Mass in Perimenopause
[00:21:41] Importance of pre and post-workout nutrition
[00:25:12] Empowering Yourself Through Intuitive Eating Habits
[00:29:03] Healthy Eating and Wellness Resources
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Aug 3, 2023
Aug 3, 2023
23 min
On This Episode
Join us in this episode as we hear from Dr. Setare Taabodi, a board-certified family nurse practitioner, natural medicine health consultant, and chronic health condition advocate. Dr. Setare shares her journey with chronic illness and her challenges with conventional medicine. She discovered the need to take control of her own healing.
Moreover, Dr. Setare explains Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), its symptoms, and the importance of getting a proper diagnosis. She emphasizes that conventional treatments may not work for everyone and suggests exploring non-conventional treatments, focusing on antiviral protocols and nutrition, and understanding the root cause.
Timestamps
[00:00:02] Revolutionizing Chronic Health with Dr. Setare Taabodi
[00:03:22] Healing Chronic Illness through Self-Responsibility
[00:06:27] The Power of a Low-Fat Plant-Based Diet
[00:09:47] Understanding POTS and its Misdiagnosis
[00:13:07] Conventional and Non-Conventional Treatments for POTS
[00:16:22] Healing Positive Dysautonomia with Nutrition and Herbs
[00:19:46] Hormone Imbalances and Adrenal Gland Support
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Jul 27, 2023
Jul 27, 2023
33 min
In This Episode
In this episode, meet Jenn Trepeck, an optimal health coach, podcaster, and business consultant who aims to educate people on the importance of nutrition. During the interview, we dive deep into epigenetics, how our lifestyle choices influence gene expression and the importance of making small daily choices to improve our health. Jenn emphasizes how young people often focus on aesthetics rather than health, but early attention to health can have significant long-term benefits.
She also explores the importance of habit-building and focusing on one task at a time to make lasting progress. Jenn discusses the connection between epigenetics and metabolism, emphasizing that quality nutrition creates optimal health-supporting genes, while obesity and lack of nutrition create a less health-supporting environment.
Timestamps
[00:00:02] Jen Trepeck's Journey to Wellness
[00:03:55] Epigenetics and Health Coaching
[00:08:06] Daily Choices Impact Our Health
[00:12:34] Managing Stress in the modern world
[00:16:41] Nutrigenomics and Metabolic Health
[00:21:05] Metabolic health and muscle building
[00:25:28] Fat Storage and Nutrition Guidelines
[00:29:36] Wellness Tips for Midlife Changes
Learn More About Our Guest
Jenn Trepeck has been described as a "force of nature" in the wellness space, has been recognized as one of Podcast Magazine’s 40 under 40, and was nominated for the 2022 International Women’s Podcast Award for Visionary Leadership. She is an Optimal Health Coach, Podcaster, and Business Consultant. Jenn grew up the skinny one in a family of dieters, which was awesome(!) until it went away. And so began her weight management saga. Ultimately though, Jenn learned the nutrition education we’re all supposed to know, but no one ever taught us. This completely changed her life and allowed her to say she “kicked her food issues.” From then, Jenn set out on a mission to pay it forward and help people help themselves. After over a decade of working with clients, Jenn started Salad with a Side of Fries podcast. Based on science, yet lighthearted, Jenn talks about living life while still making ourselves and our health a priority.
https://www.instagram.com/jenntrepeck/
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https://www.facebook.com/JenniferTrepeck/ https://www.facebook.com/Saladwithasideoffriespodcast/
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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSpWoxiacNuGbyUtWPNYRnw
https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/
Additional Resources
Take our FREE hormone quiz to uncover which hormone may be out of balance. It only takes 90 seconds - Hormone Quiz — Hello, Hot Flash
Complimentary Wellness Discovery Call
About Hello, Hot Flash
Hello, Hot Flash Podcast, where we discuss menopause, perimenopause, weight, sleep, stress, and all things impacting midlife women. Expert interviews, life-impacting topics, and the latest tips on living your best mid-life! Find us on Apple, Spotify, and Podbean.
Looking to get your product in front of women ages 35 and up? Why not become a sponsor? Contact me at Stephanie@StephanieLynnShaw.com for additional information.
You can learn more about our host by visiting HelloHotFlash.com.



Jul 20, 2023
Jul 20, 2023
27 min
In This Episode
Meet Dr. Stephanie Zgraggen, a chiropractor, clinical nutrition expert, and founder of Lime and Lotus. In this episode, Dr. Stephanie shares her mission to help women reclaim their hormonal health and feminine vitality naturally. She speaks about her journey into functional medicine and clinical nutrition after seeing women struggle with traditional doctors and being treated with antidepressants.
During the interview, Dr. Stephanie highlights the presence of hormones in skincare products, the role of gut health in hormone balance, and the importance of proper elimination through daily bowel movements. She also shares her favorite foods for hormone health.
Timestamps
[00:00:02] Reclaiming Hormonal Health Naturally with Dr. Stephanie Zgraggen
[00:03:21] Overcoming Hormonal Imbalances Naturally
[00:06:33] Promoting Regenerative Healing through Hormone Balance
[00:09:43] Hormonal Imbalance Caused by Skincare
[00:13:09] Importance of cortisol testing and self-care for women
[00:16:05] Conserving Energy for Hormonal Healing
[00:19:11] Link Between Gut Health and Hormones
[00:22:27] Preventing Burnout and Managing Health
Learn More About Our Guest
Dr. Stephanie is a chiropractor, certified clinical nutritionist, and the clinical director of Lime and Lotus, with offices in Charleston, South Carolina, and Atlanta, Georgia. Her expertise includes functionally evaluating thyroid, adrenals, male and female hormone imbalances, and digestion. She has written for national publications such as Chiropractic Economics, Natural Awakenings, and Nutrition Perspectives and has shared the stage at events with Elizabeth Gilbert and Marianne Williamson.
As a functional medicine practitioner and female hormone expert, Dr. Stephanie's mission is to help women reclaim their hormonal health and feminine vitality naturally. She wants you to feel sexy, vital, and balanced, which means getting your weight right where you want it, getting your energy and sex drive maximized, and doing it all naturally and safely. She knows what it's like not to feel your best, to have your hormones rule your world, and not to have the energy to be the best mom, spouse, or co-worker. She's been there and done that and is now here to teach you how to change it naturally and permanently. Today, she feels 100 times better in her 40s than in her 20s, and it's her mission to share that with you!
Learn more about her work in the following channels:
https://drzgraggen.com/
https://www.facebook.com/drzgraggen
https://www.instagram.com/Drzgraggen/
https://www.tiktok.com/@drzgraggen
https://twitter.com/drzgraggen
https://www.youtube.com/user/DrZgraggen
https://www.linkedin.com/in/Drzgraggen/
Additional Resources
Take our FREE hormone quiz to uncover which hormone may be out of balance. It only takes 90 seconds - Hormone Quiz — Hello, Hot Flash
28-Day Hormone Rest Program
About Hello, Hot Flash
Hello, Hot Flash Podcast, where we discuss menopause, perimenopause, weight, sleep, stress, and all things impacting midlife women. Expert interviews, life-impacting topics, and the latest tips on living your best mid-life! Find us on Apple, Spotify, and Podbean.
Looking to get your product in front of women ages 35 and up? Why not become a sponsor? Contact me at Stephanie@StephanieLynnShaw.com for additional information.
You can learn more about our host by visiting HelloHotFlash.com.



Jul 13, 2023
Jul 13, 2023
33 min
In This Episode
In this episode, Dr. Donese Worden, a physician, researcher, and global health educator, explores revolutionary new testing options for cancer and discusses the latest research on cancer-fighting supplements. With decades of experience, Dr. Worden is a true expert on staying healthy during menopause.
She explains the link between estrogen exposure and cancer risk and introduces the concept of liquid biopsy—a cutting-edge new test that can detect cancer cells with greater accuracy and speed. She also dives into the use of thermography, a heat-based method for detecting breast cancer, and discusses the importance of personalized care when selecting supplements to promote heart, mental, and bone health.
Timestamps
[00:00:02] Menopause and Pursuing Passion with Dr. Worden
[00:03:47] Cancer and Mitochondrial Damage
[00:07:56] New cancer detection methods
[00:11:35] Breast Cancer Imaging Techniques
[00:15:01] Liquid biopsy and early warning signs of cancer
[00:18:18] Challenges in Diagnosing Patients and Hormone Replacement Therapy
[00:21:53] Preventing Health Issues Through Specialty Testing and Supplements
[00:25:32] Individualized Cancer Treatment
[00:28:30] Integrative Medicine and Menopause Management
Learn More About Our Guest
Donese Worden, N.M.D., is an award-winning physician, researcher, and global health educator who expertly bridges the worlds of conventional and alternative medicine. Dr. Worden is distinguished for identifying and helping to bring unique healing modalities and therapies from abroad to the United States. Her passion is in helping people interpret medical science so they can take charge of their health and make informed decisions.
Dr. Worden’s unique skill set combines extensive experience in medical practice, research, academics, marketing, public speaking, and media, which sets her apart from other respected industry leaders.
She practices medicine in Arizona at her clinic that she owns and operates. She is board certified in clinical nutrition, acupuncture, spinal manipulation, botanical medicine, counseling, and homeopathy. Currently, she is collaborating on the first-of-its-kind integrative and metabolic treatment center and hospital. In addition, the project also includes an innovative clinical research center to enhance synergies among visionary researchers, clinicians, influencers, philanthropists, and business partners to support and expedite the development and implementation of novel therapies for cancer and neurodegenerative diseases.
Dr. Worden does extensive Continuing Medical Education (CME) lectures around the country to educate others and is sought-after for her lecturers, workshops, summits, and practice management consultanting. She also lectures for Hospitals, Universities, Corporations, and the general public. Featured on the cover of The National Speaker’s Association magazine as one of the top speakers in the nation, Dr. Worden has given keynote lectures for numerous medical societies and health organizations.
Dr. Worden has a Masters's Degree in communications and television broadcasting. She previously worked in the television industry as a news anchor and hosted two talk shows. She frequently appears on television news, radio, and in documentaries. Donese Worden, NMD, is the featured physician in several health documentaries, including the award-winning documentary Light in the Darkness.
Dr. Worden designs and conducts clinical trials for medical devices, the natural product industry, and protocols for leading-edge medicine. She has also formulated some of the top nutritional supplements in the industry.
Learn more about her work in the following channels:
https://drworden.com/
https://www.facebook.com/DrDoneseWordenNMD/
https://www.instagram.com/drdoneseworden/
https://twitter.com/DrDoneseWorden
https://www.linkedin.com/in/donesew/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtlD_RLI2fVNz1LJG_eGijw
Additional Resources
Take our FREE hormone quiz to uncover which hormone may be out of balance. It only takes 90 seconds - Hormone Quiz — Hello, Hot Flash
FREE B.I.G Workshop
About Hello, Hot Flash
Hello, Hot Flash Podcast, where we discuss menopause, perimenopause, weight, sleep, stress, and all things impacting midlife women. Expert interviews, life-impacting topics, and the latest tips on living your best mid-life! Find us on Apple, Spotify, and Podbean.
Looking to get your product in front of women ages 35 and up? Why not become a sponsor? Contact me at Stephanie@StephanieLynnShaw.com for additional information.
You can learn more about our host by visiting HelloHotFlash.com.



Jul 6, 2023
#086 - Why Alcohol and Menopause Don’t Mix
Jul 6, 2023
Jul 6, 2023
38 min
In This Episode
In this week’s episode, meet our guest, Vicky Midwood, also known as the "addiction eliminator." Vicki opens up about her journey through bulimia and alcohol addiction, which began when she was only 12 years old! She shares how jobs like being a fitness instructor or running a bar fueled her addiction. And how she developed her BLAST method for restoring the whole person's health, taking into account all aspects of addiction that need to be addressed for successful recovery.
Vicky shares the dangerous effects of alcohol and processed food on the body and their effect on people in perimenopause and menopause.
Timestamps
[00:00:02] Overcoming Cross Addictions
[00:04:00] The Blast Method for Holistic Addiction Recovery
[00:08:03] Alcohol, Enzymes, and Gut Health
[00:12:00] Alcohol's Impact on Menopause
[00:16:15] Alcohol's Impact on bone health
[00:20:20] Addictive Ultra-Processed Foods and Emotional Eating
[00:24:09] Overcoming Emotional Eating Habits
[00:27:37] Breaking Habits and Health Tips for Midlife Women
[00:31:08] Tips for Women in Midlife
[00:35:22] Support for addiction and mental health struggles
Learn More About Our Guest
Vicky Midwood - AKA: The Addictions Eliminator, is an integrative health, nutrition, and lifestyle coach and has been in the fitness and wellness world for over 30 years.
Creator of the BLAST method to create great health, reduce anxiety and eliminate the compulsion to self-sabotage with food, alcohol, or both.
Unlike Addiction Psychologists or Psychotherapists, she doesn’t just focus on the emotional and mental side of issues with food and alcohol but also on neurophysiology, biochemistry, and the gut-brain connection that is affected by the food and drink we consume, as well as the thoughts we think, day in day out.
She helps smart, successful business owners and professionals reconnect to themselves to be fully present in living a life they love.
Learn more about her work in the following channels:
https://vickymidwood.com/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtg0vQFDNP1hOTDkmpyyb5w
https://www.facebook.com/vicky.midwood/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vickymidwood/
https://www.instagram.com/vicky_gofigurecoaching/
Additional Resources
Take our FREE hormone quiz to uncover which hormone may be out of balance. It only takes 90 seconds - Hormone Quiz — Hello, Hot Flash
How Alcohol Use Impacts Menopause
About Hello, Hot Flash
Hello, Hot Flash Podcast, where we discuss menopause, perimenopause, weight, sleep, stress, and all things impacting midlife women. Expert interviews, life-impacting topics, and the latest tips on living your best mid-life! Find us on Apple, Spotify, and Podbean.
Looking to get your product in front of women ages 35 and up? Why not become a sponsor? Contact me at Stephanie@StephanieLynnShaw.com for additional information.
You can learn more about our host by visiting HelloHotFlash.com.
Hello, Hot Flash
A weekly interview-style podcast that is helping midlife women navigate wellness, relationships, and business. Learn from the experts how to control hot flashes, sleep better, increase your libido, and tackle anything midlife may throw at you.








