The Inner Rhythms Podcast

🐚 Topics covered Virgílio’s journey into music, DJing, and holding space for ecstatic dances, gatherings, and circles, is what fuels his passion for this field. A deep dive into what ecstatic dance is, including its history and the influence of Gabrielle Roth. The benefits of ecstatic dance and why Virgílio recommends people try it. How community, gatherings, and ecstatic dance can serve both wom...

🐚 Topics covered Adele's journey to specializing in women's health and ADHD The significant connection between hormonal fluctuations and ADHD traits in women How different phases of the menstrual cycle can affect neurodivergent women differently The impact of major hormonal transitions like pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause on ADHD Why neurodivergent women are at higher risk for...

🐚 Topics covered Introduction to Susana and her journey to becoming a Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Acupuncturist. Explanation of Glyphosate: What it is, where it can be found, and how we come into contact with it. Overview of everyday toxins and their common sources. Discussion on how people can recognize if they are being impacted by Glyphosate or everyday toxins, including common symptoms....

🐚 Topics covered Why I created the Holistic Hormone and Cycle Coaching Certification program What you'll learn inside my certification and what makes it different from other trainings The current gap in menstrual and hormone health education that my certification addresses Comprehensive breakdown of my program options including Self-Study and VIP upgrade paths How to determine if my training...

🐚 Content Warning: This episode discusses fertility challenges, pregnancy loss, and mental health topics including depression and suicidal thoughts. If you're currently on a fertility journey and struggling, please take care while listening and reach out for support if needed. Topics covered The impact of fertility on mental health. Why fertility has a profound effect on mental well-being. T...

🐚Topics covered Amy’s personal journey and experiences. How Amy decided to become a birth worker/educator and the pivotal moments that shaped their path. Gaps within the birth system for 2SLGBTQAI+ and disabled individuals. How Amy addresses these gaps through her work. What working with Amy looks like in practice. Amy’s wisdom and advice for individuals seeking birth support and/or education. Ab...

🐚 Topics covered Introduction to the guest and an overview of their work. Understanding fertility awareness and its benefits for users. Using the Fertility Awareness Method (FAM) with irregular cycles and during postpartum. Exploring the diversity of cervical fluid patterns, how these may differ from standard examples in books. Discussion on whether FAM practices are based predominantly on white...

🐚 Topics Covered: What is a sensorium Where and how I discovered this beautiful practice How it changed my life and how I relate to myself and others About the Host I’m Iris Josephina—functional hormone specialist, orthomolecular hormone coach, and entrepreneur. Through Cycle Seeds and The Inner Rhythms Podcast, I support people in reconnecting with their cyclical nature, deepening body literacy,...

🐚 Hey everyone! I wanted to take a moment to truly introduce myself and share some personal facts about who I am beyond just being your podcast host. In this episode, I opened up about everything from my childhood dreams to my current adventures. Topics Covered: My journey from anthropology student to menstrual health expert Life experiences across multiple countries and cultures My entrepreneuri...

🐚 Topics covered: Who is Amanda + why did she create her business? Amanda’s journey with ADHD and diagnosis How ADHD shows up in women show up and how it is different compared to men How is running a business with adhd different for neurodivergent folks compared to neurotypical folks?  What Amanda would say to anyone who suspects they have ADHD Learn from Amanda what to do when you have ADHD and...

🐚 Topics covered Introduction to Nicole and the work she is here to do. Nicole’s background and initiation into the Vodou lineage in Benin. The role of ancient wisdom in today’s world and its importance, as shared by Nicole. Key pillars of the ancestral healing model Nicole practices and feels comfortable sharing. Nicole’s insights on body cycles (menstrual cycles, etc.) and lifecycles (conceptio...

🐚 I have something truly special to share with you today! I took a break from the podcast to reflect on my values and my own cyclical journey and decided it’s time for a rebirth. The Planting Seeds podcast is transforming and will continue under the name of the Inner Rhythms podcast. On January 29th, three powerful launch episodes will drop where we'll explore everything from personal storie...

This is a special episode: a conversation with my co-guide Elisabet about our upcoming Wombs & Waters pilgrimage (March 17-23, 2025). You will learn: Who we are and why we're called to guide this pilgrimage The significance of Malta's temples and their connection to Sirius star Why the Vernal Equinox timing is crucial for this sacred journey What makes this pilgrimage unique & tr...

This is a little bit of a different podcast: a little peek into the why behind my Wombs & Waters pilgrimage taking place 17-23 March 2025. You will learn: Why Gozo & Malta? Why Wombs & Waters? Some magical experiences I had on the islands and what’s waiting there for you How to get access to the application page Interested to join the pilgrimage?? Send me a DM on Instagram that says PI...

In this episode Iris shares about her own menarche experience and takes you on a journey sharing her vision around first blood.  Topics covered Iris' own journey The journey of menarche Restoring menarche's place in our cyclical continuum Society vs menarche and our cycles Tips and tools  and so much more! About the Host I’m Iris Josephina—functional hormone specialist, orthomolecular ho...

In this episode Iris sits down with Kate Pope, who is a mom, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner as well as Certified GAPS Practitioner. This conversation sheds a light on the role of food both for moms and babies, and its impact on the microbiome of both. Get ready for amazing tips to support your health, and how to best start solids for your baby, and more.  Topics covered: Kate's background A...

In this episode Iris shares about her own preconception and fertility journey and gives you easy-to-implement tips for your journey. Topics covered Iris' own journey Charting your cycle and collecting direct fertility signs How, what and when you eat Transitioning to an animal-based diet How to robustly ovulate + how to support that Muscle building Family lineage + ancestry healing Therapy Pa...

In this episode Iris sits down with her friend Kyra de Vreeze. Kyra is a naturopath and Iris has always been impressed by how she grows her own food and built her regenerative life from scratch - in collaboration with the Earth. To honor Earth Day, we're sharing this episode this week. Hopefully this episode is as inspiring for you as it was for Iris during the interview! Topics covered Kyra&...

(This episode is in Dutch as it contains a Dutch research announcement for the Dutch audience) In deze aflevering stelt Renee een super vet project voor wat ze gaat doen, en waar ik he-le-maal achter sta. Ik zal eerlijk zijn: in het begin stond ik er een beetje sceptisch in maar na zelf aan de slag te gaan met frequenties ben ik he-le-maal om (je hoort mijn ervaring in de aflevering!). Ben jij: -i...

This is a very raw and vulnerable episode on my journey with ADHD and how I felt after I received my diagnosis. This is a personal story and my hope is that other people who have ADHD recognize themselves in this feels less alone in their journeys. This is by no means an episode that you can use to self-diagnose, rather, it is an encouragement to seek help if you feel you need it. My hope is that...

In this episode Iris sits down with Sarah Thompson, a certified functional medicine practitioner who has specialized in maternity care. Honestly - this whole episode will blow your mind! She shares with us why preconception is so crucial and how preconception time determines pregnancy and birth outcomes. Topics covered functional medicine in maternity care why a functional medicine approach is nee...

In this episode Iris sits down with Samantha - the founder of Oryx Desert salt, mother and entrepreneur. Samantha's story is wildly inspiring and she shared so much wisdom about salt and the importance for our bodies. Topics covered: -Samantha's inspiring journey and story -What we need to know about mainstream types of salt -What desert salt is and where it can be found -How desert salt...

In this episode Iris sits down with Sarah who is a Mother, Student Midwife, Birth Doula, and International Spirit Baby Intuitive. Have a listen to this beautiful conversation Which Is full of magic and wisdom. Topics covered: -Sarah's personal journey with birth -Sarah's journey with spirit baby reading -What spirit babies are -How to connect and communicate with spirit babies And much m...

In this episode Iris sits down with friend and fellow plant nerd Shinta Lempers. Shinta is the founder of Heal Mary - a high quality ethically sourced CBD brand. They dive into everything you have always wanted to know about the endocannabinoid system, CBD and the connection with women's/cyclical health and so much more! Topics covered: -Shinta's personal story with cannabis -The differe...

In this episode, Iris sits down with one of her mentors, Nicole Jardim. There is so much to cover when you put 2 hormonal health geeks in one room! We cover a wide range of topics but the most important thing about this conversation is the passion both carry for cyclical health across the lifespan. We cover the following topics: -Nicole's journey and how she started specializing in women&apos...