Struggling with intimacy in marriage? Wondering what the Bible really says about sex? Tired of carrying shame from purity culture? Welcome to the Rip It Off Podcast, where we have real, raw, and biblical conversations about sex, marriage, and intimacy—without guilt or fear. I’m Michelle Castro, your host, friend, and resident bandaid-ripper, ready to tackle the tough topics Christian women need to hear. Each week, I sit down with authors, counselors, and real women like you to break free from the lies, overcome shame, and discover the joy, pleasure, and connection God designed for marriage. We’ll cover everything from low sex drive to body confidence, keeping passion alive, and even spicing things up in a God-honoring way! New episodes drop every Thursday, so be sure to subscribe. And if you love these conversations, please leave a review wherever you listen—it helps more women step into the truth and freedom they deserve!
You love Jesus. You're doing "all the right things." But something feels... off. 😔 Could it be that in all the busyness, you’ve unintentionally quieted the very voice that’s meant to guide you?
In this quiet-time-inspired episode, Michelle shares a Holy-Spirit conviction straight from 1 Thessalonians 5:19 that stopped her in her tracks: “Do not quench the Spirit.” Friend, it’s not rebellion—it’s distraction. It’s noise. It’s exces...
Exhaustion isn’t always about doing too little—it’s often about carrying way too much. 😩 If you’re worn down, burned out, and secretly believing that if you don’t do it all, it’ll all fall apart… this episode is your wake-up call wrapped in grace.
It’s not your hormones. It’s not your planner. It’s not that you need another system. You need space. You need rest. And it starts by removing the excess that’s killing your intimacy, yo...
Tired of the "New Year, New You" hustle? 😤 If you're already feeling overwhelmed by planners, routines, and that pressure to do ALL the things… this episode is your holy permission slip to BREATHE. Let's kick off 2026 by trading the burnout for peace—and yes, you can do it in just 10 intentional minutes a day. 🙌💗
🎧 Episode Summary:In this honest, freeing, and refreshingly simple New Year episode, Michelle rips off the lie tha...
Desire didn’t die—you just got buried. Under the laundry, the trauma, the resentment, the kids, the hormones, and the weight of silence. This episode is for the woman who feels broken, disconnected, or afraid she’s just not "into it" anymore. You’re not broken. But there is something asking to be healed.
✨ EPISODE SUMMARY: In this raw and redemptive finale of the intimacy reboot series, Michelle speaks directly to the woman who’s ...
You can love your husband, have a “good” marriage, and still feel like something’s missing. Why? Because connection isn’t just spiritual or emotional—it’s physical, too. And when that piece goes quiet for too long, everything else starts to fray.
✨ EPISODE SUMMARY: In this honest and eye-opening episode, Michelle breaks down the real reason so many Christian marriages feel emotionally off—even when things look “fine” on the outsid...
Pleasure wasn’t Satan’s idea—and it sure as heck isn’t dirty. Christian women have been discipled into silence, fear, and shame when it comes to s*xual pleasure. But what if the very thing you’ve been trained to whisper about is something God blessed on purpose? It’s time to rip off the lie that pleasure is unholy and start reclaiming what God designed for your good.
✨ EPISODE SUMMARY: In this bold and biblically grounded episode,...
You're not broken. You're maxed out. If desire feels MIA—even though you love Jesus, love your husband, and want to want it—this episode is a holy reality check. Spoiler: it’s not your hormones. It’s your nervous system, and it’s begging for a reset.
✨ EPISODE SUMMARY: In this brutally honest episode, Michelle pulls the curtain back on one of the biggest intimacy killers in Christian marriages: stress. We’re talking spiritual exha...
Can we take a PAUSE and celebrate?! 🎉 10,000 downloads of the Rip It Off podcast—and it’s ALL because of you. Sis, whether you’ve been here since day one or just hit play for the first time, this moment is ours. But this isn’t just a numbers thing—this is kingdom work, and it’s only just beginning.
🎧 Episode Summary:In this deeply personal and joy-filled bonus episode, Michelle shares a behind-the-scenes look at the heart and h...
You’ve been blaming your body for a lack of desire like it’s defective. But what if your body is actually trying to help you? What if it’s not broken—it’s just overwhelmed? This episode flips the shame script and shows you how your biology is wired for connection… not dysfunction.
✨ EPISODE SUMMARY: In this fast and fiery 10-minute truth sesh, Michelle tackles the real reason your desire might feel MIA—and spoiler: it’s not becaus...
Somewhere along the line, Christian wives were sold the lie that s*x is just another task on the to-do list—like folding laundry or unloading the dishwasher. But girl, that’s not God’s design. You were made for connection, not performance. If you’ve ever felt more like a duty-doer than a desire-driven wife… this episode is for you.
✨ EPISODE SUMMARY: In this raw and straight-up 10-minute truth drop, Michelle dismantles the belief ...
I didn’t record this for the masses—I recorded it for you. The woman folding laundry, driving in silence, or scrolling at midnight wondering, “What did I do wrong?” You followed the rules, stayed pure, waited for the blessing... and still, it’s hard. This is the message I wish someone had whispered to me.
🎧 Episode Summary:Today, I’m getting real about something I know deep in my bones—good girl theology won’t save your marriage...
Ever felt like you're the only Christian mama barely holding it together while scrolling past picture-perfect posts? Guess what—you’re so not alone. In this first episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on motherhood, marriage, and ministry with zero filter, lots of laughs, and hearts wide open. This is the real conversation you’ve been craving.
🎧 EPISODE SUMMARY: Welcome to Christian Motherhood: The Real Conversation! In this ki...
Have you ever felt the Lord call you into something... and then just as clearly ask you to lay it down? 😮💨 You’re not alone, friend. This raw, heart-to-heart episode is a behind-the-scenes look at what it means to obey, pivot, and trust God—even when the road doesn’t make sense.
🎧 Episode Summary:This isn’t your typical Rip It Off episode, and that’s exactly the point.
In this powerful update, Michelle opens up about a season...
Ever feel like your past disqualifies you from a thriving, godly marriage? Or maybe you’ve believed the lie that your husband just doesn’t care because he loads the dishwasher the wrong way (again)? 😅 Sis, you are NOT alone — and today’s episode will absolutely blow your mind and bless your heart. 💖
In this soul-stirring and practical episode, Michelle sits down with Micaiah Gray, host of the United Christian Marriage Podcast, fo...
In this raw and deeply emotional episode, Michelle reflects on the heartbreaking loss of Charlie Kirk, a bold brother in Christ whose life was tragically cut short. Through tears and Scripture, Michelle doesn’t just grieve—she challenges. With the heart of a sister and the fire of a warrior, she calls Christian women, wives, and mamas to rise.
This isn't just a tribute—it’s a rally cry. Charlie’s torch didn’t go out. It was passed ...
You’ve felt it—that quiet voice telling you you're the only one. The only one whose marriage feels strained. The only one who feels distant from God. The only one holding it all together on the outside while falling apart inside. That voice? It's shame, and it's a straight-up lie. Let’s rip it off.
💥 Episode Summary: In the final episode of this shame series, Michelle Castro uncovers shame’s most insidious weapon: isolation. Throu...
Girl, if your past feels like a chain around your heart, whispering lies into your marriage and intimacy—this one's for you. Whether it's shame from what you've done, what was done to you, or what you were never taught… Jesus says, “That is not your landing place.” It’s time to let God rewrite the story.
💔 EPISODE SUMMARY: This week, Michelle gets real about the heavy baggage so many Christian wives drag into marriage—past sin, u...
You’re not crazy. You’re just tired. So tired, you stopped caring. But numb isn’t peace—and it’s not your destiny. If you’ve ever thought, “I’m not mad, I just don’t care anymore,” this episode is your wake-up call. Because apathy in marriage isn’t neutral—it’s spiritual warfare.
💖 Episode Summary: In this third installment of the summer shame series, Michelle dives deep into one of the most dangerous and misunderstood struggles ...
Girl, you were never meant to drag that heavy suitcase of shame into your marriage. It’s time to unzip it, unpack it, and let Jesus rewrite the lies you've believed for far too long. Your past may explain the pain—but it doesn’t get to decide your healing!
💖 Episode Summary: In week two of our Summer Series on Shame, Michelle pulls no punches as she dives into the emotional and spiritual baggage many women unknowingly bring into m...
What if the silence you thought was protecting you is actually imprisoning you? Friend, it’s time to rip off the muzzle and confront the shame that's been hiding in the quiet corners of your heart.
💬 Episode Summary: Welcome to part one of a powerful five-part summer series that’s digging deep into the silent struggles Christian wives face—especially around sex, desire, and intimacy. In this episode, Michelle breaks open the conve...
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