The Cycle Codes (The PMDD Podcast)
Episodes
Perimenopause, Power & Radical Self-Honesty with Kat John
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Cycle Codes™ Podcast, I’m joined by the unapologetically real and wildly loved Kat John — speaker, coach, meditation teacher an...
When “You Can’t Get Pregnant” Isn’t the Full Story: Nik Toth on Fertility, Birth Trauma & Aware Parenting
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the podcast, I’m joined by Nik Toth from The Aware Family – nutrition therapist, Aware Parenting practitioner, and mum – for ...
PMDD Is Not Your Destiny: Roxanne Leigh on Self-Healing, Nervous System First, and Becoming the Expert of Your Body
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a lighthouse for anyone who’s been told “there’s nothing you can do.” Roxanne shares her raw, unfiltered journey—from heavy ...
Life After PMDD: Healing Beyond the Label with Briana Villegas
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if PMDD isn’t a life sentence — but an invitation to know yourself more deeply?In this powerful episode, I sit down with Brianna Viegas, PMDD...
Uncaging the Wild Woman Within — Cyclical Living, Intuition & Aliveness with Emily Bailey from Whole & Wild
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this soul-stirring episode, I’m joined by Emily from Whole & Wild, a professional coach helping women uncage their intuition and reclaim thei...
Womb Wisdom, Ancient Feminine Power & Healing the Disconnection with Sahara Valastro
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deep, soul-stirring conversation, I sit down with the incredible Sahara Valastro — naturopath, herbalist, and womb wisdom practitioner — t...
From Perimenopause Chaos to Post-Menopause Power with Tracy Minnoch-Nuku
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tracy Minnoch (fitness industry veteran and founder of Sexy Aging) takes us through the whirlwind from late-pregnancy at 42 to years of undiagnosed pe...
Why Menstrual Education for Girls Matters: A Conversation with Jane Bennett
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the way we talk (or don’t talk) about first periods could shape a girl’s confidence, health, and sense of self for decades to come?In this...
Mom Rediscovered: PMDD, Perimenopause & Quitting Wine-Mom Culture with Jen Butler
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Author and coach Jen Butler joins me to talk about the wild Venn diagram of midlife: perimenopause, PMDD, motherhood, and the courage to break up with...
Thriving Through Matrescence: Capacity, Cycles & the Modern Village with Samantha Feast
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we go deep on matrescence—the (often unnamed) rite of passage from maiden to mother—with maternal mentor and RN Samantha Feast (@themagicofm...
Perimenopause in the Trenches: Burnout, Inflammation & a Midlife Reframe with Sonja Courtis
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week I’m joined by Sonja Courtis—coach, educator, and straight-talker—who’s unfiltered about what really derails women in perimenopause a...
Redefining Menopause: Power, Privilege & The Sacred Pause with Shae Elise
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when menopause arrives earlier than expected?In this raw and insightful episode I sit down with Shae Elise, coach, writer, and founder of...
Cycle Wisdom & Self-Connection: Rediscovering Menstrual Wisdom with Casey McIntosh
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Cycle Codes, I sit down with Casey from Della Terra Wellness to explore menstrual cycle awareness, womb massage, and ancient he...
Money, Menstrual Cycles & Midlife: How Your Cycle Shapes Spending with Cathy Lemire
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Cycle Codes I’m joined by Cathy Lemire, The Menstrual Money Coach, to explore the surprising connection between our menstrual cycle...
Coming Off Contraception, Rediscovering Your Cycle & Redefining Health with Vanessa Leone
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Vanessa Leone joins The Cycle Codes to share her deeply personal journey of coming off hormonal contraception after more than 20...
You’re Not Lazy - You’re Luteal: Living Cyclically in a Linear World with Adriana Tantau
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a world that rewards constant hustle and output, living in tune with your menstrual cycle can feel like a radical act. But it’s not — it’s yo...
Hormones, HRT & The Power of the Pause with Tiffanee Cook
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this raw conversation, I sit down with the powerhouse that is Tiffanee Cook—former boxer, podcaster, speaker, and self-confessed human experiment...
Menstrual Cycle Awareness — Your Inner Power Source with Adriana Tantau
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode of The Cycle Codes, Adriana Tantau unpacks what menstrual cycle awareness really is — and why it’s not just about tracking yo...
Menstrual Wisdom, Trauma & Second Spring with Dr. Lara Owen
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m so honoured to share this conversation with Dr. Lara Owen, author of Her Blood Is Gold and a true pioneer in the menstrual space. Lara has spent...
Welcome to The Cycle Codes: The Evolution from PMDD to Menstrual Magic
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this raw and unscripted first episode of The Cycle Codes, I’m pulling back the curtain on why this podcast has evolved from The PMDD Podcast — ...
Trailer: The Cycle Codes
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Trailer – The Cycle CodesWelcome to The Cycle Codes — the podcast making menstrual magic mainstream.I’m your host, Adriana Tantau. In th...
Supporting Your Partner Through PMDD: A Conversation with Aaron Kinghorn, Author of Hope - A Guide to PMDD for Partners & Caregivers
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wish you could hand your partner a guidebook to help them get PMDD? Well... Aaron did exactly that. He’s the author of Hope - A Guide to PMDD f...
Rewire Your Mind for Radical Healing — with RTT Therapist Lucia Petrusova
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wish you could just highlight the mental clutter, hit backspace, and start fresh? You're in for a treat. Today I'm joined by the incredible Lucia...
Reclaiming Power Through Menstrual Cycle Awareness with Lisa de Jong
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is an episode not to be missed! Permission slip for 11am baths... yes please!I’m joined by Lisa de Jong — trauma-informed menstrual cycle coa...
Revolutionizing Hormonal Health with Victoria Schöffel of Belle Health
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, Adriana sits down with Dr. Victoria Schöffel, founder of Belle Health, a groundbreaking digital therapeutics platform redef...
Kasi Reid - Unlocking Your Power: Thriving with PMDD & Embracing Your Cycle
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The PMDD Podcast, I sit down with Kasi Reid, founder of Flo and Thrive, a menstrual cycle mentor, PMDD thriver, and fellow Menstrua...
Awfully Hilarious with Heather Hendrie – Breaking the Patriarchy, Relationships & Nature
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I sit down with Heather Hendrie, Canadian author of Awfully Hilarious, to dive into the raw, real, and often ridiculous truths of woma...
Heidi Hogarth - Devine Feminine, Witch Wound and the Moon
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, I sit down with naturopath and feminine health expert Heidi Hogarth to explore the deep connection between the divine femini...
Rachel Lynn Fox - From Cursed to Cured
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The PMDD Podcast, I’m joined by the incredible Rachel Lynn Fox, author of From Cursed to Cured: How to Treat & Cure PMDD Naturally....
How to Prepare for Doctor’s Appointments When You Have PMDD
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Navigating doctor’s appointments for PMDD can feel frustrating—whether it’s being dismissed, misdiagnosed, or not getting the support you need. ...
I’m Back! Life, Motherhood & What’s Next for The PMDD Podcast
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a much-needed break, I’m back—and so is The PMDD Podcast! In this episode, I’m sharing what’s been happening behind the scenes, from nav...
Madi Ross
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It was so great to have a fellow Aussie back on the podcast! Madi Ross shares her personal story with PMDD and the challenges that she struggled with ...
Katie Dickison
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Katies Dickieson has been disrupting the world since 1989 and there is no sign of her slowing down anytime soon. I loved recording this episode so muc...
Jes - Her Mood Mentor
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jes is an integrative menstrual health nutritionist, educator, coach & founder of Her Mood Mentor- a virtual premenstrual clinic. Jes works both 1...
Jennie Trousdell - Progesterone
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we feature a compelling episode with a UK woman, Jennie Trousdell, sharing her firsthand experience with PMDD. She discusses the chall...
Becci Smart - Menstrual Activist
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune into this episode as we dive into Becci Smart's inspiring journey as a menstrual activist from Wales. In this inspiring interview, Becci opens up...
Indra & Bram
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on a heartfelt journey with Indra and Bram, a dynamic couple sharing their experience with PMDD. Indra opens up about her personal struggles, ...
Chloe Jimenez-Peters: Rapid Transformational Therapy
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on a transformative journey with Chloe Jimenez-Peters, a Rapid Transformational Therapy Practitioner. This episode delves into understanding PM...
Amy Sergeant - Feminine Rhythm
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, join us for a transformative conversation with Amy Seargeant, a Health and Wellness Specialist, Tantric Yoga Teacher, and Yoga Therap...
Katrina Kinsella - The Seal
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I am just in awe of Katrina. Interviewing her for this podcast sent tingles throughout my body. All I wanted to do was hug her throughout the recordin...
Serena Habib - PMDD Canada
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The PMDD Podcast, Serena Habib, the founder of the organisation, PMDD Canada, shares her personal journey and insights into PMDD an...
EmilÄ— RadytÄ— - Samphire Neuroscience
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we have the pleasure of interviewing the brilliant EmilÄ— RadytÄ—, a leading expert from Samphire Neuroscience.Join us as we delve in...
Amy Viola - Hypnotherapy
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us in this episode of The PMDD Podcast as we dive into the world of hypnotherapy with a special guest, Amy Viola, a hypnotherapist from the Unite...
Kate Organ - Menopause & PMDD
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Exploring Menopause with Kate Organ from Menopause SpecialistsIn this insightful episode of The PMDD Podcast, I speak with Kate Organ, a renowned meno...
LeAnn - GeneSight DNA Test
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the personal experiences of LeAnne, who courageously shares her ongoing battle with PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder)...
Caitlyn & Elan - Love and Resilience
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt episode of The PMDD Podcast, we sit down with Caitlyn and Elan, a courageous couple who openly share their journey of love and resil...
Shalene Gupta - The Cycle: Confronting the Pain of PMDD and Periods
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the upcoming episode of The PMDD Podcast, we feature a remarkable woman from the US who penned the book "The Cycle: Confronting The Pain of PMDD an...
Zoe Hindle - Personal Story
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the upcoming episode of the PMDD podcast, we delve into the personal journey of a courageous young woman from the UK who bravely shares her PMDD st...
Dr Helena Tucker - The PMD Empowerment Program
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join me as we sit down with Dr. Helena Tucker, a renowned Clinical Psychologist and Specialist in Premenstrual Disorders (Premenstrual ...
Ros Mortimer - Lifelong Battle with PMDD
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this emotionally compelling episode of "The PMDD Podcast," I delve into the life of Ros Mortimer, a courageous woman who faced the relentless chall...
Clare Knox - PMDD and the Workplace
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the PMDD podcast, we interview Clare, a business psychologist and founder of See Her Thrive. Clare's amazing and much needed compan...
Rose Alkattan - PMDD Relationship Expert
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Navigating Relationships with PMDD: Chatting with Rose, the PMDD Relationship ExpertGet ready for an insightful episode on the PMDD podcast! In the fi...
Season Two!
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are back for season 2! Please remember to subscribe to the platform and follow us over at @the_pmddpodcast on Instagram. Look forward to sharing mo...
Briana Villegas - Cycle Syncing
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A fellow podcaster, Briana shares her journey with PMDD and how cycle syncing has not only helps her manage the symptoms but how she is now empowering...
Kathryn & Mandy - Client Story
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I had the pleasure of hosting Mandy Rother and her client Kathryn on this special episode. Mandy was a recent guest on episode 25 where she shared her...
Daphna Mavor - Alternative Medicine Woman
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Daphna Mavor is an energetic healer, spiritual medicine woman, speaker, complementary and alternative medicine practitioner. We had a beautiful c...
Louise Azzopardi - Changing work culture
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Louise is on a mission to change the culture of women in male dominated industries... and beyond! She shares how her new profession is helping women m...
Debra-Lee Bigar - IAMPD
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Debbie shares her journey with treatments and therapeutic work over the decades. She has been a member on the IAPMD board and written a book to help o...
Karoline Kristen - Breathwork
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Karoline is a breathwork facilitator who invites you to hold on to hope, even when it feels like there is no way out of PMDD. She shares her decades o...
Mandy Rother - Blood Work
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mandy is a functional registered dietitian that was diagnosed with PMDD 15 years ago and is on a mission to help her clients go beyond symptom relief ...
Dr Lara Briden - Women's Health Expert
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Lara Briden is a naturopathic doctor, women's activist and best selling author. Many listeners have specifically requested this amazing women's hea...
Melissa Sue - Yoga Therapy
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There is a lot more to yoga than most would think and it is helping those diagnosed with PMDD to manage their symptoms in a positive way. The lovely M...
Stevie Lang - Transitioning with PMDD
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Stevie was such a delight to have on the show! Currently in gender transition from female to male, Stevie shares his journey with PMDD and how it will...
Tina Williams - Woman in the basement
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we dive into treating PMDD symptoms with Psychedelics, a topic that I have wanted to find out more about for a long time. Tina Wi...
ANXIETY - Georgie Collinson
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Georgie Collinson is bachelor-degree qualified gut health expert, nutritionist and anxiety mindset coach. This was a very beautiful, genuine and open ...
SEX - Dr Jill McDevitt
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is the first episode where we dive into a specific subject and today... let's talk about sex! Dr Jill McDevitt a sexologist who also has been dia...
Sarah Locke - PMDD and Lupus
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sarah speaks about managing PMDD and Lupus, an autoimmune disease. She also speaks about her husband and how he has been an integral ...
Natalie Ryan Hebert - RTT and PMDD
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Natalie Ryan Hebert is a Rapid Transformational Therapist (RTT) and has helped thousands of women cure their PMDD in as little as one session. We talk...
Naomi Judge - Naturopath
23 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Personally, I learned a lot in this episode. Naomi Judge ,a Naturopath in Sydney, Australia, explains how alcohol affects our hormones and how ho...
Lexi Endter
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There was so much magic created recording this episode. Lexi shares her journey with PMDD and the effects of a medication going wrong. We beautifully ...
Dr. Ceylan Celen
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Ceylan Celen is a psychologist at Vida Psychology based in Melbourne and shares how DBT, a type of cognitive behavioural therapy, is helping her pa...
Caroline Church
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What a gift to have Caroline on the show. She has been an integral key member of creating PMDD awareness across the world including being a board memb...
Dr. Peter Mejia - Traditional Chinese Medicine
13 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is for everyone... not only those that have been diagnosed with PMDD. Dr Peter Mejia is a women's health expert through Chinese Medicine ...
Heidi Hogarth - PMDD and Naturopathy
08 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Heidi shares her journey with PMDD and her life’s work in Naturopathy helps those diagnosed with PMDD. We dive deep into how nutrition plays such a ...
Natalia Fernandez
01 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Natalia is the founder and CEO of period and shares not only her experience with PMDD but also how she has transformed her diagnosis into something tr...
Kate Madigan - Kinesiology
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My dear friend Kate Madigan comes on the show to share her experience with treating those that have been diagnosed with PMDD. To find Kate and he...
Monika Tantau - Sister
25 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My little sister comes onto the show to share her experience with living with someone diagnosed with PMDD... me!Thank you for tuning in! Dealing with ...
Update
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I share a few updates including the new instagram home for the podcast: @the_pmddpodcastThank you for tuning in! Dealing with PMDD doesn’t have to f...
Amanda EK - PMDD and Reiki
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Amanda shares her personal journey with PMDD and her unique way of managing her symptoms. It is not to be missed!If you would like to get in touc...
Carly Taylor - Acceptance Commitment Therapy
12 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Carly Taylor shares her personal journey with PMDD and Acceptance Commitment Therapy coaching. She has kindly shared a tip sheet filled with simple te...
Kate Smit - Fasting
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kate Smit shares her personal journey with PMDD. If you would like to get in touch with her please reach on instagram @katep.smit09Thank you for tunin...
Libby Charles - Personal Story
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Libby Charles shares her personal journey with PMDD.Thank you for tuning in! Dealing with PMDD doesn’t have to feel so overwhelming—you’re never...
Ally Strain - Personal Story
28 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ally Strain shares her personal journey with PMDD.Thank you for tuning in! Dealing with PMDD doesn’t have to feel so overwhelming—you’re never a...
Adriana Tantau - My personal journey with PMDD
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The host Adriana 'Fudge' Tantau shares her personal journey with PMDD. It is my hope and the purpose of this podcast to create awareness, connect othe...
The PMDD Podcast Introduction
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
PMDD is becoming more widely known. In this short episode we describe what PMDD is, the symptoms and why I am doing this podcast. It is my hope and th...