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9 // Nothing Is Too Hard for God: Rip Off Shame + Find Freedom in The Collective [solo rip]

Have you ever whispered to yourself, “This will never change…”—whether about your marriage, your past, or the aching silence where intimacy should be? Sis, you are NOT alone. And more importantly? That is a LIE straight from the pit. There is nothing—absolutely nothing—too hard for our God.
💬 Episode Summary:In this deeply honest and spirit-stirring episode, Michelle Castro gets real about what’s been wrecking her (in the best way): Jeremiah 32:27 and the unstoppable truth that God is never overwhelmed by your story. If shame, silence, or “stuckness” has made you feel like you’re limping through marriage and hiding from intimacy, Michelle has a word for you: God is not done with you, and He’s not afraid of your mess. You’ll also get the inside scoop on her brand-new voice-based community off social media—Rip It Off: The Collective—where women are finally finding freedom in truth, connection, and vulnerability.
🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why Jeremiah 32:27 just might become your new life verse
The subtle ways shame keeps Christian wives silent—and stuck
Why God’s healing is continual, not “one and done”
How the Rip It Off Collective is creating real conversations about sex, marriage, and shame—away from the scroll trap of social media
What real surrender looks like when you're desperate for change
Why you're never too late and never too far gone for God’s redemption
🙌 Call to Action:Sister, if this episode stirred something in you, don’t push it down. Let the Holy Spirit move. Join us in Rip It Off: The Collective—a private, off-social space where we speak truth, ask the hard questions, and walk this out together. You're not too broken. You're not too much. And you are definitely not alone.
👉 bit.ly/ripitoffcollective (all lowercase)
🔗 Connect with Michelle + Dive Deeper:📸 Instagram: @ripitoffpodcast🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/ripitoffpodcast🎧 Spotify: https://bit.ly/ripitoffspotify▶️ YouTube: Michelle Castro on YouTube💬 RIP IT OFF FB Community: Join the Group🌐 Website: itsmemichellecastro.com📩 Email: ripitoffpodcast@gmail.com⭐️ FREE RESOURCE — 13 Types of Intimacy: Get It Here☕️ Support the Show: buymeacoffee.com/itsmemichellecastro
 
🔑 Keywords:Christian marriage podcast, biblical intimacy, Christian wives and sex, shame and marriage, Jeremiah 32:27, Christian womanhood, healing and surrender, rip it off podcast, Michelle Castro, Christian community, Voxer group for wives

8 // Why Christian Wives Feel Disconnected (and What No One's Saying About Sex) [ft Elyse Rooney]

You love your husband. You love Jesus. So why do you feel so disconnected in your marriage? If you've ever rolled your eyes at the idea of intimacy because you're just too tired, too touched-out, or too overwhelmed—this episode is for YOU. The church may be silent on the subject, but we're not. It's time to pull back the curtain on what’s really going on behind closed doors—and why so many Christian wives are silently struggling.
💬 Episode Summary:In this raw and refreshing episode, Michelle Castro is joined by her Australian bestie and fellow faith-filled podcaster Elyse Rooney. Together, they unpack the emotional and spiritual distance so many Christian women feel in marriage—and how intimacy (or the lack of it) is often at the root. From navigating exhaustion and resentment to shifting your mindset from “I have to” to “I get to,” this is the conversation we all needed years ago.
The truth? You’re not broken—and your marriage isn’t doomed. There is hope, healing, and holy connection waiting for you... but it starts with ripping the bandaid off.
🎧 Connect with Elyse Rooney:
Podcast: Christian Motherhood Conversations – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/christian-motherhood-conversations/id1510207782
Instagram: @wholesomemumma
Website: https://wholesomemumma.com
Email: hello@wholesomemumma.com
💡 What You’ll Learn:
The real reason Christian wives feel distant from their husbands (it’s deeper than just being tired)
How the “chore mindset” around sex slowly chips away at connection
Why the church’s silence on sex and seasons is hurting marriages
How to shift from resentment to intentional intimacy
Simple, powerful ways to reconnect emotionally, spiritually, and physically—even in chaos
Why scheduling sex might save your marriage (no joke!)
The bold truth about your God-given role in affirming your husband’s masculinity
✨ Call to Action:Sis, don’t wait for your marriage to fall apart before you start fighting for it. This episode is your wake-up call—and your lifeline. Share it with a friend, talk about it with your husband, and come grab your FREE guide on the 13 types of intimacy to start rebuilding what matters most.
You are not alone, and this journey to connection is so, so worth it. 💪❤️
📱 Let’s keep the convo going:
Instagram: @ripitoffpodcast
Apple: https://bit.ly/ripitoffpodcast
Spotify: https://bit.ly/ripitoffspotify
YouTube: Michelle on YouTube
RIP IT OFF FB Community: Facebook Group
Website: itsmemichellecastro.com
Email: ripitoffpodcast@gmail.com
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7 // The Good Girl’s Guide to Reclaiming Sex, Desire & The *M* Word [ft. Carlie Palmer-Webb]

Feeling like the “good girl” who waited—but still struggling with sex in marriage? You’re not alone. This conversation is gonna blow the shame wide open and speak truth over your God-given design.
EPISODE SUMMARY:Y’all. This one has been a long time coming—and it’s worth every second. I finally got to sit down with the one and only Carlie Palmer-Webb (yes, the Christian Sex Educator!) and wow. We went there.
From why Christian women feel shut down around sex, to how purity culture missed the mark, to what the Bible really says (and doesn’t say) about things like masturbation and vibrators—we rip off the layers of shame and get real about reclaiming God's very good design.
We talk about why sex is not just for him, how to embrace your sexuality without compromising your values, and how spiritual intimacy and sexual pleasure were never meant to be separate. This one is for every woman who's wondered, "Is it just me?" (Spoiler alert: it's not.)
WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE:
Why Christian women often feel like something’s wrong with them sexually—and where that comes from
The HUGE difference between sexual desire and lust (and why that matters!)
Why shame-free sex ed for Christians is so needed
What embracing your sexuality actually looks like (hint: it’s not about flaunting it)
How to talk to your kids about their bodies without freaking out
A powerful take on vibrators, solo exploration, and what honors God in marriage
The truth about Satan’s attack on intimacy—and God’s power to redeem it ALL
LET’S STAY CONNECTED!💬 Share your biggest takeaway and tag us on IG!💛 If this blessed you, please leave a 5-star rating & review so we can keep the truth flowing!👇 Find all the resources and ways to connect below:
Instagram: @ripitoffpodcast🎧 Apple: bit.ly/ripitoffpodcast🎧 Spotify: bit.ly/ripitoffspotify📺 YouTube: @itsmemichellecastro👯‍♀️ FB Community: RIP IT OFF🌐 Website: itsmemichellecastro.com📩 Email: ripitoffpodcast@gmail.com⭐️ FREE RESOURCE: 13 Types of Intimacy☕ Support the show: buymeacoffee.com/itsmemichellecastro
 
 
KEYWORDS:Christian sex education, sexual shame, Christian marriage, intimacy, Christian women and sex, embracing sexuality, biblical view of sex, purity culture, masturbation and faith, healthy Christian sexuality, Carlie Palmer-Webb

6 // Lies Christian Wives Believe About S*x + God’s Design for Intimacy [ft. Alisha Michaelson]

Feeling disconnected, checked out, or like intimacy is just another box to check in your marriage? You're not alone—but you don't have to stay there.
This week on the Rip It Off podcast, Michelle sits down with her real-life friend Alicia Michaelson for a raw, hilarious, and Spirit-led conversation about biblical sex and intimacy in Christian marriage. From early marriage myths to the pressure of “always saying yes,” these two women rip off the lies and speak truth with boldness and love. If you’ve ever felt like intimacy was a duty, this episode will flip the script—and give you hope and freedom.
🎧 In This Episode:
The BIG lie about wifely “duty” and why it’s time to rip it off
What real intimacy looks like beyond just sex (yes, there’s more than one kind!)
Why connection in the bedroom strengthens spiritual connection too
How to talk with your spouse about sex (and why it doesn’t need to be awkward)
Why oneness is worth fighting for—and how to protect it
The mindset shift from “I have to” ➡ “I get to”
🙌 Let’s Stay Connected:
📲 Instagram: @ripitoffpodcast🍎 Listen on Apple: https://bit.ly/ripitoffpodcast🎧 Spotify: https://bit.ly/ripitoffspotify📺 YouTube: @itsmemichellecastro👭 FB Community: RIP IT OFF Facebook Group🌐 Website: itsmemichellecastro.com📩 Email: ripitoffpodcast@gmail.com
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5 // Breaking the Silence: S*x, Shame & Raising Brave Daughters // Solo

In this powerful solo “rip,” Michelle Castro dives into a topic every mama knows is necessary but often feels totally unprepared for: how to talk to your daughters about sex. With raw honesty, biblical wisdom, and her signature real-talk humor, Michelle walks us through why these conversations matter, how to start them early, and how to keep them going in a way that’s age-appropriate, truthful, and full of grace.
If you’ve ever broken into a cold sweat at the thought of “the talk,” this episode will equip and encourage you to open up meaningful, ongoing dialogues with your girls—without shame, fear, or weirdness.
🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
What is a “solo rip” and why Michelle’s flying solo today
The big, awkward topic: how to talk to your daughters about s*x
Why silence isn’t an option: the world is talking, whether we like it or not
Biblical foundation: sex is holy, good, and God’s idea
Teaching your kids about anatomy—why real names matter
A funny “teachable moment” with a dog named Riley
Start young, build layers, and don’t wait for “the talk”
How to stay calm when your kid drops a bombshell question
Proverbs 31:26 parenting—wise and warm words in tough moments
Not just a “don’t”—teaching the why behind God’s design for sex
Purity is about saying YES to God’s best, not just saying no
Song of Solomon and why pleasure is part of God's good design
Your daughter is holy ground—not a commodity
God chose you to be your daughter’s guide in this journey
Two prayers every mama should pray: for wisdom & discernment
Real-life moments, messy convos, and why starting is the win
Car talks: your new favorite place for “the talk”
Key Takeaways:
💬 Silence speaks volumes—don’t let the culture shape your daughter’s beliefs.
🧠 Start early and speak at their level. Use real terms and keep it simple.
🙏 Pray for wisdom and discernment. You don’t have to have all the answers—just be available and willing.
❤️ Create a safe space for questions, even the awkward ones.
📖 God’s design is intentional. Sex is not shameful—it’s sacred, powerful, and worth waiting for.
🚗 Hot tip: Have the hard convos in the car. Less eye contact = more honesty!
Resources & References:
Genesis 2:24–25
Proverbs 31:26
1 Corinthians 6:18–20
Song of Solomon (Michelle’s fave version? The New Living Translation!)
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👉 Join the convo in the 💬 RIP IT OFF Community!Real talk on sex, marriage & faith 💖 facebook.com/groups/ripitoffcommunity
Connect with Michelle:💌 Email: itsmemichellecastro@gmail.com📸 Instagram: @itsmemichellecastro | @ripitoffpodcast📺 YouTube: It’s Me Michelle Castro
🙌 If this episode encouraged you, don’t forget to leave a review and share it with your mama friends. Your words help others find the truth and freedom they need.
New episodes drop every Thursday. Until next time, rip off the lies, speak the truth in love, and raise those daughters like the warrior mama you are. 💪💖
Keywords: Christian parenting, biblical sexuality, mother-daughter talks, how to talk to kids about sex, purity culture, parenting girls, raising daughters, sex education, faith and family, Michelle Castro podcast

4 // Anxiety Is Killing Your Intimacy—Here’s How to Take It Back [ft. Shan Wright]

This episode is your permission slip to breathe, let go of unrealistic expectations, and finally talk about the real ways anxiety impacts your sex life. Michelle and Shan pull back the curtain on what it’s like to navigate marriage, intimacy, and mental health as Christian wives and moms. If you've ever felt too overwhelmed to connect with your spouse, this one's for you.
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
How anxiety, stress, and perfectionism quietly affect your connection with your spouse
Why “touched out” isn’t just a feeling—it’s a nervous system issue
Simple breath prayers that can help reset your mind and body before intimacy
The importance of recognizing different types of intimacy (and how to prioritize them)
How to communicate when you feel emotionally and physically overstimulated
Why managing your anxiety holistically can change your sex life
The role of essential oils and sensory cues in preparing your mind for intimacy
How perfectionism and purity culture create pressure that blocks connection
Encouragement for moms who feel disconnected or like they’ve “lost the spark”
Shan’s personal journey from burnout to balance—and how she’s helping other moms do the same
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Christian intimacy podcast, anxiety and marriage, touched out moms, Christian marriage advice, marriage after burnout, holistic stress management, Christian sex life, intimacy and mental health, intentional marriage, overwhelmed moms and intimacy
🌟 Connect with Shan Wright:
Podcast: Holistic Moms Podcast
Instagram: @theShanWright
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👉 Join the convo in the 💬 RIP IT OFF Community!Real talk on sex, marriage & faith 💖 facebook.com/groups/ripitoffcommunity
📲 Stay Connected with Michelle + Rip It Off Podcast:
Instagram: @ripitoffpodcast // @itsmemichellecastro
YouTube: @itsmemichellecastro
Podcast on Apple: Rip It Off Podcast
Email: ripitoffpodcast@gmail.com
Join the Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ripitoffcommunity
🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who needs it!Let’s rip off the shame and start building intimacy that’s honest, healthy, and holy. 💛

3 // Healing After Abortion: From Shame to Redemption [ft. Brittany Poppe]

Brittany Poppe shares her powerful story of healing after abortion, how it impacted her marriage, and how God redefined intimacy in her life. This conversation is raw, redemptive, and packed with grace. Whether you’ve faced abortion, shame, or silence—this episode reminds you: redemption is real.
Topics Covered:
The spiritual weight of abortion and how God meets us there
Navigating marriage and intimacy after deep pain
Rebuilding trust in yourself, your body, and God
Why your story matters—and you are not alone
 
✨ This episode is for you if you’ve ever wondered…
Can God really forgive me after abortion?
Why do I still struggle with intimacy, even in marriage?
Is it possible to overcome the shame purity culture left behind?
How can I talk to my kids about sex in a way that’s truthful AND grace-filled?
💛 Friend, this is the real stuff—the gritty, healing, Jesus-centered truth you didn’t know you needed. Press play and let’s rip it off.
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🎧 Loved this episode?Leave a quick review—it helps more women find the freedom and truth they’re craving! And let’s stay connected:
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🙌 Connect with Brittany Poppe:🌐 Website: brittanypoppe.com🎧 Podcast: Does God Forgive Abortion?📸 Instagram: @brittanypoppe🎧 Hear Brittany’s Full Story: Growth Against the Grain Podcast - Episode 318
 

2 // Purity Culture Wrecked My View of Sex—Here’s How God Rebuilt It [ ft Alana & Tiera from Kingdom Sexuality]

Let’s talk about the real damage purity culture left behind. In this episode, Michelle and guests Alana & Tiera (Kingdom Sexuality Podcast) share how they’re redefining intimacy, overcoming shame, and embracing God’s good design for sex in marriage.
You’ll Learn:
What purity culture got wrong (and what it didn’t)
How to start healing your beliefs around sex
Why intimacy is more than just sex
What it looks like to walk in wholeness and pleasure as a Christian wife
Sound Bites:
“We are allowed to talk about this.”
“God just opens the doors to where you need to go.”
“God created this. He wants this.”
“This is a way that you can actually just fully relax.”
“You need to communicate more to your husband.”
Resources:
Visit Kingdom Sexuality Ministry at kingdomsexualityministry.com for more resources, sex challenges, and their membership club.
Join the Kingdom Sexuality Podcast Community on Facebook to connect with others and dive into meaningful conversations.
Follow Kingdom Sexuality on Instagram for more content on Christian sexuality and marriage.
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Keywords: Kingdom Sexuality, Christian sexuality, intimacy, communication in marriage, pleasure, purity culture, women's health, sexual confidence, open conversations about sex, marriage advice, Christian marriage podcast, Christian marriage, redefining intimacy, sex shame, Kingdom Sexuality

1 // Ripping Off the Shame: A New Conversation on Sex, Marriage & Biblical Intimacy

In this premiere episode of Rip It Off, Michelle Castro—a wife, girl mom, and redeemed “good Christian girl”—gets real about the shame, confusion, and wrong theology so many Christian women carry into marriage when it comes to sex and intimacy. She shares her personal journey of breaking free, hearing God’s call, and launching a new conversation rooted in biblical truth. If you’ve ever felt stuck, ashamed, or disconnected in your marriage, this episode is your fresh start. Let’s rip off the shame and step into freedom—together.
✨ Topics Covered:
Growing up in the church with limited teaching on intimacy
Breaking free from shame and purity culture
God’s true design for sex and marriage
The lies the enemy uses to steal intimacy
Foundational scriptures for healing and hope
📖 Pillar Verses:
Genesis 2:24
John 10:10
Romans 8:1
Deuteronomy 31:8
Jeremiah 32:27
Song of Solomon 4:7
👉 Join the convo in the 💬 RIP IT OFF Community!Real talk on sex, marriage & faith 💛💖 facebook.com/groups/ripitoffcommunity
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📍 Tags / Keywords:Christian marriage, biblical intimacy, sex and marriage, Christian women, purity culture, marriage healing, Christian podcast, intimacy in marriage, freedom from shame, Michelle Castro, Christian sex podcast, sex in marriage, Christian wife healing

RIP IT OFF PODCAST TRAILER | BREAKING FREE & EMBRACING BIBLICAL INTIMACY

🎙 Welcome to the Rip It Off Podcast!
Hey friend! I’m Michelle Castro—wife, mom, and your resident bandaid ripper, ready to have the hard conversations about sex, marriage, and biblical intimacy.
For too long, Christian women have been weighed down by purity culture baggage, shame, and confusion when it comes to sex in marriage. But here’s the truth: God designed sex to be good, joyful, and a powerful connection in marriage. It’s time to break free from fear and step into the beauty of His design!
What You Can Expect from This Podcast:
💛 Biblical truth about sex, intimacy, and marriage🔥 Real, raw, and honest conversations—no more tiptoeing around the tough stuff!💬 Encouragement from experts—authors, counselors, and real women like you✨ Topics like: keeping passion alive, overcoming shame, rebuilding intimacy, body confidence, and yes… even spicing things up in a God-honoring way!
🚨 New episodes drop every Thursday! Subscribe now so you never miss an episode.
🙏 If this podcast blesses you, would you take a quick second to leave a review? Your support helps more women find truth, freedom, and joy in their marriage.
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📲 Let’s connect!📧 Email: itsmemichellecastro@gmail.com🎙 Podcast: 📺 YouTube: @itsmemichellecastro📸 Instagram: @itsmemichellecastro or @ripitoffpodcast
I can’t wait to rip off the lies and step into freedom, truth, and joy—together! 💛