The menstrual cycle is a central topic across the provided podcast episodes, as it is a crucial aspect of women's health and has far-reaching implications for various areas of life, including physical, emotional, and relational well-being.

Several episodes delve deep into understanding the mechanics of the menstrual cycle, its hormonal influences, and the brain-ovary connection. For example, the episode 'Menstruation: Science, medicine and mythology' provides a comprehensive overview of the science behind the menstrual cycle, while 'What Men & Women NEED To Know About The Menstrual Cycle: Dr Mindy Pelz' offers insights into how partners can better understand and support women during the different phases of the cycle.

Other episodes address specific considerations for menstruating women, such as the impact of dietary choices, fasting, and hormonal contraception on the menstrual cycle. These include 'How to MAXIMIZE the Benefits of Intermittent Fasting | Dr. David Jockers' and 'What Washington Post Didn't Say About Birth Control + Reclaiming Health After Being Dismissed with Nicole Bendayan.'

The menstrual cycle is also discussed in the context of broader women's health topics, such as hormonal imbalances, body image, and the role of functional medicine, as seen in episodes like 'Addressing Root Causes of Hormone Imbalances Using Functional Medicine with Dr. Soyona Rafatjah' and 'reframing body image & building body confidence | fix your relationship with food and live as your healthiest self! [Carolina Salazar].'

Overall, the podcast episodes provide a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of the menstrual cycle, its impact on various aspects of women's health, and the importance of addressing this topic with empathy, education, and a holistic approach.