G-Chats With Giana Jarrah
G-Chats With Giana Jarrah
I’m Giana Jarrah, founder and CEO of With Meraki Co., and your biomedical engineering big sister, here to break barriers around vaginal health, reproductive wellness, and more. This podcast is a nod to "G": me, Giana; "girlhood," celebrating our journeys; and a throwback to my Lehigh days, where "G-chats" were monthly check-ins with dorm advisors. Join me for unfiltered conversations about understanding your body, reclaiming your health, and finding empowerment. Whether you’re curious about science or just want to hang out with G, this is your space. Let’s learn and grow together! 💖
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Jul 5, 2026
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Episodes
What I Eat in a Day Ep 22 06.06.2025 30:22
For years I thought my hormones were “normal” because I had regular periods. But my labs told a different story: elevated testosterone, low estrogen, and low cortisol… and yet, no formal diagnosis, just frustration. I finally stopped waiting for someone to tell me what to do and started building a hormone-supportive routine based on what my body was actually asking for.🌿 A morning adrenal mocktai...
Vabbing, Garlic, and Yoni Pearls?! Breaking Down TikTok’s Vaginal Health Trends Ep 21 30.05.2025 27:13
Let’s talk about the viral vaginal health trends taking over TikTok from vabbing to koochie juice, perineum sunning, Yoni pearls, and even garlic down there (yes, really). I’m reacting in real-time, so you’ll hear exactly what’s fact, what’s fiction, and what’s flat-out dangerous. This episode is spicy, unfiltered, and backed by real evidence.Let’s cut through the noise and get to the truth about...
Your Gut is Running the Show: Hormones, Immunity, and Vaginal Health Start Here Ep 20 23.05.2025 44:45
Think your gut just handles digestion? Think again. In this episode, we break down how your gut directly impacts your hormones, your immune response, and even your vaginal microbiome. From chronic infections to estrogen dominance, the gut is often the missing piece in women’s health and no one’s talking about it.🎧 Tune in to learn how gut health could be the reason behind your BV, UTIs, PCOS, or...
Hilarious Birthing Stories Ep 19 16.05.2025 12:26
This week’s episode is proof that childbirth is not just beautiful, but can have the most unexpected and hilarious turn. We’re spilling the hilarious birth stories you didn’t know you needed! 🎧 Tune in and join me in ‘The G-Spot’ for an unfiltered, heartfelt conversations every Friday!✨ Follow My Socials! ✨Stay connected and join the conversation! 💖📷 YouTube: @GChatsPodcast🍏 Apple Podcast: h...
Understanding Postpartum + Supporting Your Body Through the Hormone Shift 09.05.2025 36:06
You’ve heard “get your rest” and “drink water,” but what actually happens to your body after you give birth? In this episode, we unpack the real hormonal chaos that unfolds postpartum from the estrogen crash that tanks your serotonin, to why you feel overstimulated, disconnected, or just not like yourself. This isn’t just about baby blues or bouncing back. We dive into the unspoken science behind...
Living in Fear of Peeing: My 2-Year UTI Horror Story Ep 17 02.05.2025 40:57
For two years, I lived in fear of using the bathroom — burning, antibiotics, doctors dismissing me, and no real answers. This is my full story, what actually helped, and what I wish someone told me sooner. If you’ve ever felt alone in your UTI journey, this one’s for you!
Infertility & the Vaginal Microbiome: What No One’s Talking About Ep 16 25.04.2025 48:20
We’ve been told infertility is about hormones, egg quality, or age but there’s an emerging critical piece that’s been left out of the conversation: your vaginal microbiome. In this episode, I break down the science behind how the vagina prepares for pregnancy during ovulation, how sperm survive the journey to the egg, and what can go terribly wrong when the vaginal ecosystem is imbalanced. We’ll t...
Reacting to Reddit UTI Stories That Should Be Illegal Ep 15 18.04.2025 29:29
From a forgotten tampon for over a MONTH to being in an ICU with sepsis... These UTI horror stories from Reddit? I’m SHOOK. 😳💀 If you’ve ever had a UTI, this episode is a MUST. Let’s talk prevention, panic, and probiotics 🧠💊"🎙️ New G-Chats with Giana episode out now!👇 Comment your own horror story — or what saved you.#UTIawareness #vaginalhealth #redditstories #UTIprevention #sepsis #pro...
Your Most Googled Vaginal Health Questions Answered Ep 14 13.04.2025 38:29
From chronic BV to cytolytic vaginosis, vaginal probiotics, and lichen sclerosus, this episode is packed with real answers to real questions submitted by our community. I’m diving into everything you’ve been dying to ask but didn’t know who to trust:🌿 Are baby wipes messing with your pH?🦠 Is lichen sclerosus caused by bacteria?💊 Can probiotics be inserted vaginally?🛁 What’s up with getting BV...
Everything You Need To Know About Hormonal Birth Control Ep 13 06.04.2025 48:45
What actually happens in your body during a menstrual cycle when you’re not on birth control? In this episode, we’re going deep into the biology that was never properly explained because understanding your cycle is the foundation for making informed choices about birth control, fertility, and your overall health. Whether you're trying to conceive, avoid pregnancy, or just want to stop feeling...
Unpacking the Endo Myth: It’s Not Uterine Tissue Ep 11 03.04.2025 37:00
You’ve been told endometriosis is just “uterine lining growing where it doesn’t belong.” But what if I told you… that’s completely wrong? 👀 In honor of Endometriosis Awareness Month, we’re unpacking one of the most misunderstood chronic illnesses in women’s health. From the misleading name to the myths that keep people undiagnosed and untreated for years. Spoiler: the tissue isn’t even endometriu...
A Story of Exploitation, Legacy, and the Woman Behind the Science Ep 12 30.03.2025 48:07
You may not know her name, but her cells have touched every corner of modern medicine. From the polio vaccine to IVF to COVID-19 research, Henrietta Lacks’ cells, taken without her consent, changed the world. In this episode, I dive into the life of the woman behind the HeLa cell line. We explore who Henrietta was, how her cells became immortal, and the ethical, racial, and human cost of scientifi...
WTF Did I Just Read?! The Craziest OBGYN Stories from Reddit Ep 10 14.03.2025 41:58
Get ready for a wild ride, because in this episode, I’m diving into some of the most unbelievable, jaw-dropping, and downright horrifying OBGYN stories we found on Reddit! From medical gaslighting to insane misdiagnoses and doctors who clearly skipped empathy training, these stories will have you screaming, cringing, and maybe even questioning the entire field of gynecology. I’ll be reacting in re...
STOP Ignoring Your Pelvic Floor! Here’s What Every Woman Needs to Know Ep 9 07.03.2025 1:29:34
Your pelvic floor is more important than you think! If you’ve been struggling with recurring UTIs, BV, yeast infections, painful sex, or urinary issues, your pelvic floor might be the missing piece to your health puzzle. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Julia Smeltz, a pelvic floor therapist, to uncover what doctors don’t tell you about your pelvic health and how it impacts your vaginal microb...
It's Your Gut, NOT Your Hygiene: UTI 101 Ep 8 28.02.2025 30:46
🎧 Tune in and join me in ‘The G-Spot’ for an unfiltered, heartfelt conversations every Friday!✨ Follow My Socials! ✨Stay connected and join the conversation! 💖📷 YouTube: @GChatsPodcast🍏 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...🌸 Podcast Instagram: @gchatspodcast💞 Personal Instagram: @gianajarrah📱 TikTok: @gianamj💌 Website: https://www.shopwithmerakico.com/🔬 🚨 The UTI Trut...
PCOS: The Truth Your Doctor Won’t Tell You Ep 7 21.02.2025 1:01:42
PCOS isn’t just about cysts on your ovaries—it’s a full-body endocrine disorder that affects your metabolism, hormones, and overall health. In this episode of G-Chats with Giana Jarrah, we dive deep into what’s really happening inside the body with PCOS, why so many people go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed, and how to address it at the root cause. We break down the miscommunication between the brain...
How Your Vaginal Microbiome Works (and Why You Should Care!) Ep 6 14.02.2025 44:15
🎧 Tune in and join me in ‘The G-Spot’ for an unfiltered, heartfelt conversations every Friday!✨ Follow My Socials! ✨Stay connected and join the conversation! 💖📷 YouTube: @GChatsPodcast🍏 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...🌸 Podcast Instagram: @gchatspodcast💞 Personal Instagram: @gianajarrah📱 TikTok: @gianamj💌 Website: https://www.shopwithmerakico.com/🔬 Your Vaginal Mi...
The Vaginal Health Myths You NEED to Stop Believing Ep 5 07.02.2025 52:00
🎧 Tune in and join me in ‘The G-Spot’ for an unfiltered, heartfelt conversations every Friday! ✨ Follow My Socials! ✨ Stay connected and join the conversation! 💖 📷 YouTube: @GChatsPodcast 🍏 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 🌸 Podcast Instagram: @gchatspodcast 💞 Personal Instagram: @gianajarrah 📱 TikTok: @gianamj 💌 Website: https://www.shopwithmerakico.com/ You’ve he...
The Dark History of Women’s Reproductive Health: From Chainsaws to Eugenics Ep 4 03.02.2025 1:13:06
🎧 Tune in and join me in ‘The G-Spot’ for an unfiltered, heartfelt conversations every Friday! ✨ Follow My Socials! ✨ Stay connected and join the conversation! 💖 📷 YouTube: @GChatsPodcast 🍏 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 🌸 Podcast Instagram: @gchatspodcast 💞 Personal Instagram: @gianajarrah 📱 TikTok: @gianamj 💌 Website: https://www.shopwithmerakico.com/ For centu...
The Ultimate Q&A on Vaginal Health, Hormones, & Reproductive Wellness Ep 3 24.01.2025 1:26:46
🎧 Tune in and join me in ‘The G-Spot’ for an unfiltered, heartfelt conversations every Friday! ✨ Follow My Socials! ✨ Stay connected and join the conversation! 💖 ▶️ Youtube: https://youtu.be/YlM4ure17zc?si=EbvXA9P2Ln2sHK9j 🍏 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 🌸 Podcast Instagram: @gchatspodcast 💊 WMC Instagram: @withmerakico 💞 Personal Instagram: @gianajarrah 📱 TikTok...
Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) 101 Ep 2 17.01.2025 52:44
Did you know BV is the most common vaginal infection worldwide, affecting millions of women each year? In this episode, we’re diving deep into the what , why , and how of BV: what causes it, why it keeps coming back, and how you can break the frustrating cycle. 💡 From biofilms and antibiotic resistance to holistic solutions and practical prevention tips, this conversation is all about empowering...
Giana’s Journey to Redefine Vaginal Health Ep 1 14.01.2025 44:03
In the very first episode of G-Chats, I’m sharing my personal journey—from growing up as a first-generation Syrian-American to becoming a biomedical engineer and the founder of With Meraki Co. 💖 This is more than a story about me; it’s about why I’m so passionate about breaking the stigma around vaginal health and creating a space where science meets empowerment. I’ll take you through the pivotal...
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