She's Just Cyclical: Women's Health and Menstrual Expert on How Hormones Affect Daily Life
Mon Feb 02 2026
On this week's episode of Gent's Talk, supported by Bulova Canada, Women's health educator Miranda Popen, known for translating menstrual science into practical guidance, discusses how women function entirely differently than men. The video highlights the challenge women face when trying to keep up with the male 24-hour clock, which can negatively affect their brains, relationships, hormones, performance, productivity, and health.Key topics include:- The idea that the menstrual cycle is seen as an "excuse" in society.- The menstrual cycle as a four-week-long cycle with phases that act and respond in different ways.- How the "mood swings" that women are often blamed for are often due to issues with cortisol, insulin, progesterone, or the immune system.- The importance of understanding ovulation, which Popen argues should make the cycle be called the "ovulatory cycle," as it determines how the period experience goes.- What men can do to support the women in their lives, starting with understanding their partner's needs.- The role of nutrition in hormonal health, particularly the impact of inflammation and the importance of protein.- The downstream effects of not fixing hormonal issues in one's 20s and 30s, which can lead to symptoms in perimenopause and menopause.- The impact of stress and overstimulation on the menstrual cycle.- Addressing the ego and pride that often prevent men from understanding and supporting women's hormones.👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations on mindset, men’s wellness, and modern resilience. 🔗 Connect with us: Subscribe ► /@gentstalkpodcast 🌐 Website: https://gentspost.com 📱 Instagram | TikTok | Facebook: @gentstalkpod 🎙️ Credits: Host/Producer: Samir Mourani Creative Director & Executive Producer: Steven Branco A STAMINA Group Production#womenshealth #menstrualhealth #menstrualcycle #mentalhealth #podcast #health
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On this week's episode of Gent's Talk, supported by Bulova Canada, Women's health educator Miranda Popen, known for translating menstrual science into practical guidance, discusses how women function entirely differently than men. The video highlights the challenge women face when trying to keep up with the male 24-hour clock, which can negatively affect their brains, relationships, hormones, performance, productivity, and health.Key topics include:- The idea that the menstrual cycle is seen as an "excuse" in society.- The menstrual cycle as a four-week-long cycle with phases that act and respond in different ways.- How the "mood swings" that women are often blamed for are often due to issues with cortisol, insulin, progesterone, or the immune system.- The importance of understanding ovulation, which Popen argues should make the cycle be called the "ovulatory cycle," as it determines how the period experience goes.- What men can do to support the women in their lives, starting with understanding their partner's needs.- The role of nutrition in hormonal health, particularly the impact of inflammation and the importance of protein.- The downstream effects of not fixing hormonal issues in one's 20s and 30s, which can lead to symptoms in perimenopause and menopause.- The impact of stress and overstimulation on the menstrual cycle.- Addressing the ego and pride that often prevent men from understanding and supporting women's hormones.👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations on mindset, men’s wellness, and modern resilience. 🔗 Connect with us: Subscribe ► /@gentstalkpodcast 🌐 Website: https://gentspost.com 📱 Instagram | TikTok | Facebook: @gentstalkpod 🎙️ Credits: Host/Producer: Samir Mourani Creative Director & Executive Producer: Steven Branco A STAMINA Group Production#womenshealth #menstrualhealth #menstrualcycle #mentalhealth #podcast #health