Renewed & Radiant

In this uplifting episode, educator and joy advocate Brandy Hawthorne shares how intentional gratitude, small victories, and community support can transform everyday life. With more than three decades in education, Brandy reveals practical strategies women can use to build healthier habits, strengthen self-discipline, and cultivate a mindset rooted in joy. Together, we explore the difference betwe...

In this episode of the Renewed and Radiant Podcast , Emotional Self-Love & Women’s Health: The Missing Link to Consistency , Elsa Martin unpacks why so many women struggle to maintain healthy habits — and why the real barrier isn’t knowledge or motivation, but emotional regulation . Elsa explains how emotional self-love transforms the way women respond to discomfort, setbacks, and self-critici...

In this powerful episode, certified Christian life coach and marriage coach Helen Faderin shares wisdom, encouragement, and practical guidance for women navigating unequally yoked marriages. If you’re experiencing spiritual differences in your relationship, this conversation offers hope, clarity, and faith-centered tools to strengthen your emotional health and marriage. Helen unpacks the unique ch...

In this episode of Renewed and Radiant , functional nutritionist and women’s hormone specialist Elsa Martin unpacks the powerful connection between self-love and physical health — especially for women over 40. Many women believe confidence will come after weight loss, but research and real-life results show the opposite: energy, mood, and self-trust can improve long before visible changes happen....

In this powerful episode of Renewed and Radiant , host Elsa Martin sits down with Kelsey Johnson for an honest, deeply reflective conversation about emotional health, self-awareness, and healing generational patterns. Kelsey shares how motherhood became a mirror—bringing unresolved emotions, shame, and unmet needs to the surface, and how that internal struggle began to affect her marriage and rela...

Comparison is everywhere—and it’s quietly sabotaging your confidence, discipline, and peace. In this episode of Renewed and Radiant, Elsa Martin unpacks how comparison, especially through social media, disconnects you from your own progress and erodes self-trust. What’s often sold as “motivation” actually creates urgency where patience is required, increases self-criticism, and keeps women—particu...

What if the key to a thriving marriage isn’t changing your partner—but changing how you show up? In this powerful episode, host Elsa Martin sits down with relationship coach Cristie to uncover the real secrets behind lasting love, respect, and connection in long-term relationships. Cristie shares her personal journey—from witnessing her parents’ divorce to becoming a passionate advocate for health...

Mid-January has a name—and it’s called Quitters Week . It’s the point when motivation fades, routines unravel, and many women quietly give up on their New Year’s goals. But what if quitting isn’t a character flaw… and it’s actually a strategy problem? In this episode of Renewed & Radiant , Elsa Martin breaks down why most resolutions fail—and why it has nothing to do with willpower or discipli...

Healing isn’t about fixing yourself—it’s about understanding, grace, and taking the next right step. In this episode of Renewed & Radiant , we sit down with Melanie Love , who shares her powerful journey from traditional counseling to creating a healing approach rooted in both faith and science . Through personal trauma, professional experience, and deep reflection, Melanie reveals why healing...

Winter Wellness: Keys to Flourish ❄️✨ In this episode of Renewed and Radiant , host Elsa Martin explores how winter impacts women’s mental, emotional, and physical health—especially for women over 40. Discover five simple, powerful strategies to support hormone balance, mental health, and emotional resilience during the darker months. From sunlight and movement to nourishment, self-care, and comm...

On this episode of Renewed and Radiant with host Elsa Martin, we sit down with Jessica Touchette, co-founder of A Beautiful Calling, an ethical boutique dedicated to women empowerment and supporting survivors of human trafficking. Jessica shares her journey from being a retail pharmacist to launching an ethical business that blends faith, family, and social impact. Learn how ethical shopping can t...

Are you ready to make 2026 the year of intentional living? In this episode of the Renewed & Radiant Podcast, weight loss practitioner Elsa Martin, who specializes in nutrition and hormones for women over 40, shares how to stop setting vague goals and start creating clear, achievable goals supported by sustainable habits. This episode focuses on goal setting for women over 40, habit building, p...

In Part 2 of this heartfelt conversation, host Elsa Martin continues her discussion with Marg Benci, a faithful Whole By Nutrition (WBN) community member, on navigating grief, loss, and emotional healing. Grief doesn’t follow a timeline, and healing looks different for everyone. Elsa and Marg explore how loss can surface in unexpected ways, the importance of connection and community, and why being...

As we step into a new season, reflection becomes one of the most powerful tools for growth. In this episode of Renewed and Radiant, Elsa Martin invites women over 40 to pause, look back, and honor what the past year has taught them. This isn’t about judging productivity or measuring success — it’s about gathering wisdom, releasing what no longer serves you, and moving forward with clarity and inte...

Join host Elsa Martin as she interviews Gerda Dalton, a single mom who transformed her life through weight loss, hormonal health, and stress management. Discover how self-love, confidence, and simple lifestyle changes empowered her personal growth. Perfect for anyone seeking wellness, empowerment, and lasting lifestyle transformation. Follow Elsa on IG and FB @wholebynutrition and @theelsamartin f...

In this heartfelt episode, Elsa Martin and Margaret Benci explore the reality of grief and loss—especially during the Christmas season. Marg shares her journey of losing her son and how faith, family, and community became anchors in her healing process. Together, they discuss navigating sorrow, finding joy in small moments, and learning to live alongside grief rather than trying to erase it. This...

In this episode, Elsa Martin shares her personal journey with hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and why understanding hormonal changes is critical for women’s health, especially during perimenopause and menopause. She discusses common signs of hormone decline, including low estrogen and progesterone, and explains how bioidentical hormones can support long-term health and vitality. Elsa dives into...

In this powerful episode of the Renewed & Radiant Podcast, we sit down with Kari Olson, business coach and mindset mentor for women, as she shares her inspiring journey from deep personal adversity to purpose-driven success. Kari opens up about walking through a cancer diagnosis, navigating divorce, and facing financial hardship while supporting her family. She shares the pivotal moment when s...

In this episode of Renewed & Radiant, Elsa breaks down the truth about hormones—especially estrogen—and how they impact mood, sleep, energy, skin, weight, and overall vitality. She explores hormone replacement therapy (HRT), the difference between synthetic and bioidentical hormones, and why personalized care is essential for women navigating hormonal changes or menopause. If you're ready to u...

In this heartfelt conversation, Elsa sits down with WBN member Raelynn Anderson to unpack her deeply personal health journey—one marked by vulnerability, courage, and the transformative power of faith. Raelynn opens up about the health crisis that became her wake-up call, forcing her to slow down, confront her own pride, and finally ask for help. What followed was a beautiful journey of healing—ph...

In this eye-opening episode, Elsa Martin breaks down the often-overlooked symptoms of low estrogen—from vaginal dryness and low libido to sleep disturbances, mood changes, and increased anxiety. Many women assume these struggles are “just part of aging,” but Elsa reminds us that hormonal decline, especially for women over 40, is not something we have to ignore or suffer through. Elsa shares the to...

If you or someone you know has difficulty connecting with others and/or God, this is a must listen! In today’s powerful conversation, Rachel Powell shares profound wisdom on how to build healthier relationships by becoming intentional about the spaces we enter, create, and sustain. She reminds us that connection isn’t something that “just happens”—it’s cultivated. And it begins with choice. Rachel...

The holidays are beautiful… but let’s be honest — they’re also a perfect storm of sugar, stress, late nights, skipped workouts, travel, emotional eating, disrupted routines, and pressure to “do it all.” For women over 40, this season can take an even bigger toll on physical health because of the way hormones impact metabolism, sleep, mood, cravings, inflammation, and energy. In this episode of Ren...

In this deeply moving conversation, Rachel Powell shares a message every woman needs to hear—especially the woman who feels lost, discouraged, or worn down by life’s unmet expectations. Rachel speaks directly to the heart, reminding us that even in seasons of despair, hope is not lost. With faith, honesty, and hard-won wisdom, she encourages listeners to believe that their story is still unfolding...

The holiday season can be equal parts magical and overwhelming — especially for high-achieving, faith-led women over 40 who are juggling emotional labor, family expectations, hormonal shifts, and the invisible pressure to create “the perfect holiday.” In today’s episode of Renewed & Radiant, we’re breaking the cycle of holiday burnout and giving you 4 powerful, science-backed, faith-rooted ste...