Ele-A-Mental
67 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 9 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingSometimes, it's good to hear about the struggles and trials of others, especially if they've come through on the other side. This is such a podcast.
Host Ele Nichols (Artist/Writer/Gender Confusionist) will recount some of his own misadventures and how he made it (or is making it) through.
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Episodes
Ele-A-Mental Podcast No. 66: Love Is What Changes Us
July 26, 2015 00:00 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBIn this episode, I talk about the SCOTUS ruling and the rapidly changing world we're living in. I also talk about what's next on the horizon for the LGBTQIA community and how we can best face the next challenges.
Ele-A-Mental Podcast No. 65: Black Or White
June 22, 2015 00:00 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBOn this episode, I share my thoughts about the Rachel Dolezal story and the controversy and discussion that was spawned from it. No attacks, no judgments and no justifications.
Ele-A-Mental Podcast No. 64: Why Can't We Be Friends?
June 08, 2015 00:00 - 1 hour - 65.7 MBOn this episode, I talk about Caitlyn Jenner's grand debut to the world and the range of responses that news has garnered. I also talk about many Christians/Catholics slant against the LGBTQ community and how their mission doesn't reflect that of Jesus himself.
Ele-A-Mental Podcast No. 63: Traffic Jam When You're Already Late
May 28, 2015 00:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBOn this episode, I talk about an epiphany I had about traffic being a physical manifestation of a mental state and how this realization has changed me and chilled me out. I also talk about approaching heated conversations in level and effective way.
Ele-A-Mental Podcast No. 62: Judge Not
May 20, 2015 00:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBOn this episode, I talk about how we all are being judged on a daily basis and how to deal with it. I also talk about owning up to your flaws in order to be better people.
Ele-A-Mental Podcast No. 61: A Change Will Do You Good
May 15, 2015 00:00 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBOn this episode, I talk about a new venture that myself and my best fiend Megan St.Amand are undertaking called ReVamp Transformations and I share my story on how I received beauty help during a time in my life when I desperately needed it. Facebook.com/ReVampTransformations @ReVampTransform on Twitter & IG RevampTransformations.com
Ele-A-Mental Podcast No. 60: This Is Captain America Calling
May 05, 2015 00:00 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBOn this episode, I geek out and talk about my fandom of superhero movies, while focusing on the mentality of high expectations and preconceived notions.
Ele-A-Mental Podcast No. 59: From Hell They Came
May 04, 2015 00:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBOn this episode, I talk about how people misuse the word "maturity" and what it really means. I also get into why you must never give it to the pressure to conform.
Ele-A-Mental Podcast No. 58: Harder Better Faster Stronger
April 22, 2015 00:00 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBOn this episode, I go into what makes us extraordinary individuals and how to stay that way.
Ele-A-Mental Podcast No. 57: Damn I Wish I Was Your Lover
April 18, 2015 00:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBOn this episode, I talk about my best fiend (yes, fiend) and the various boundary crossing people (mostly men) that she has to fend off. I also talk about how pursuing a romantic interest has become more like stalking and also the importance of proper boundaries and enforcing them.
EleAMental Podcast No. 56: Enjoy The Silence
April 04, 2015 00:00 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBOn this episode, I talk about some recent drama that was stirred up in my life and how I'm dealing with it. I also talk about religion, faith and how the two are not mutually exclusive.
EleAMental Podcast No. 55: Very Superstitious
March 27, 2015 00:00 - 1 hour - 84.5 MBOn this episode, I talk a little about the documentary Going Clear: Scientology And The Prison Of Belief. Then, I revisit my past about being apart of a cult, how it affected my life and what I've learned since.
Ele-A-Mental Podcast No. 54: All He Wants To Do Is Dance
March 17, 2015 20:10 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBOn this episode, I talk about the trending topic #DancingMan and why sometimes the best intentions can have negative consequences.
EleAMental Podcast No. 53: Unless We Get A Little Crazy
March 12, 2015 00:00 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBOn this episode, I talk about the social evolution of the human race and unlimiting our ass-kicking potential to be extraordinary.
EleAMental Podcast No. 52: I'm Still Standing...Yeah, Yeah, Yeah!
March 07, 2015 00:00 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBOn this episode, I talk about how haters gonna hate...and ain'ters gonna ain't. To clear that up, it's about shaking off negativity, standing up for yourself and surrounding yourself with amazing people.
Ele-A-Mental Podcast No. 51: Shalalala
February 23, 2015 00:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBOn this episode, I talk about my family history and learning how to let go of the past to make the future better.
Ele-A-Mental Podcast No. 50: Push It To The Limit
February 17, 2015 00:00 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBOn this episode, I talk about how having limitations in my life have helped me understand and know my own strength and how I've grown as a result.
Ele-A-Mental Podcast No. 49: What's Love Got To Do With It
February 16, 2015 00:00 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBOn this week's episode, I talk about how I have personally redefined Valentine's Day and what I look for going into relationships. If you feel lonely this time of year, this is for you.
EleAMental Podcast No. 48: The Eye Of The Beholder
February 02, 2015 00:00 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBOn this episode, I talk about how we can only see beauty in the world, once we first see it in ourselves. I also discuss the future of the blog at www.elenichols.com and what direction I intend to take, to refine beauty standards and help individuals find their style.
EleAMental Podcast No. 46: New Years Revolution
January 27, 2015 00:00 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBOn this episode, I return after a very long hiatus and talk about the changes that have occurred in my life.
EleAMental Podcast No. 47: Dance Like Nobody's Watching
January 27, 2015 00:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBOn this episode, I talk about pushing yourself out of your comfort zone and being around the right people who help you grow as an individual.
No. 45: The Prodigal Son Returns
October 07, 2014 00:00 - 1 hour - 82.7 MBOn this episode, I finally return! I talk about where I have been the last few months and what I learned about myself. I also open up about some personal things that I have been holding back for quite a while.
No. 44: Til I Can Get My Satisfaction
July 22, 2014 17:07 - 33 minutes - 45.3 MBIn this episode, I follow up with some things I talked about in my last podcast and how I am proceeding into this new chapter of my life...awesomely of course ;)
No. 43: The Walls We Build
July 18, 2014 00:00 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MBIn this episode, I share a recent intense emotional struggle I went through and I how I somehow survived thanks to the support of my best friends (but they're more like family).
No. 42: Confessions Of A Bible College Drop-Out
June 27, 2014 00:00 - 2 hours - 188 MBIn this episode, I open up about my year in a fundamentalist/charismatic (and cult-like) Bible College when I was 18 years old and the absolute insanity that ensued during my time there. As Moss from the IT Crowd once said, "You better put seat belts on your ears, because I'm about to take them for the ride of their life."
No: 41: Daddy Issues Sans Tissues
June 22, 2014 00:00 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MBIn this episode, I talk about my biological father whom I've never meet, nor did I really ever care to, but I was curious and had certain questions that I needed answers to. This is how a simple series of Google searches would impact my life...just not in the obvious way you may think.
No. 40: I Prefer Novels Of The Graphic Variety
June 14, 2014 00:00 - 28 minutes - 39.4 MBIn this episode, I talk about working on my "Cohorts" Graphic Novel and learning to let go of certain things/ideas and embracing others.
No. 39: Reach Out And Touch Faith
June 04, 2014 00:00 - 1 hour - 83.6 MBSpecial Guest: Brock Vincion Sharp In this episode, we talk about various religious and political organizations, focusing on their questionable lack of accountability and other possible motivations.
No. 38: Transphobic Language For Beginners
May 28, 2014 00:00 - 40 minutes - 56.1 MBIn this episode, I talk about the recent controversy with RuPaul and transphobic speech. Plus, I explore the overall problem with such language and why some defend it's use, but why they shouldn't.
No. 37: Stop Art Scams
May 20, 2014 00:00 - 26 minutes - 36.1 MBIn this episode, I talk about my recent history with an art scammer, who was trying to play me like a fiddle. For more info: http://www.stopartscams.blogspot.com
No. 36: Trek Yo Self
May 13, 2014 00:00 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MBIn this episode, I geek out about Star Trek (mostly TNG) and a few things I've learned about the real world by watching the series.
No. 35: How Does That Make You Feel?
May 10, 2014 00:00 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBIn this episode, I talk about the benefits of therapy and why I've never seen a therapist.
No. 34: Lowered Expectations
April 29, 2014 00:00 - 45 minutes - 61.8 MBIn this episode, I talk about how society can have an affect on limiting our potential and what we can do to break through those blocks.
No. 33: To Boldly Go
April 22, 2014 00:00 - 54 minutes - 74.8 MBIn this episode, I talk about going into the new frontier of creating a graphic novel / comic book series. I also explain the reasons I was so hesitant for so long to create a comic book and breaking free from past methodologies that no longer work.
No. 32: Honey I Shrunk The Conversation
April 17, 2014 00:00 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MBIn this episode, I elaborate on the last episode and fill in a few details about why sometimes we need to focus on the little things.
No. 31: Free Your Mind
April 09, 2014 00:00 - 45 minutes - 63 MBIn this episode, I go back to 1999 when I first saw "The Matrix" and talk about some on the things that inspired to question the world around me.
No. 30: Choose Your Weapon
April 02, 2014 00:00 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MBIn this episode, I talk about you as a brand. I also talk about the power of your words.
No. 29: Fred, You Won't Be Missed
March 25, 2014 00:00 - 38 minutes - 52.9 MBIn this episode, I talk about the passing of Fred Phelps and dare to see if anything good came out of his actions, in spite of his best wicked efforts.
No. 28: Mirror Mirror
March 18, 2014 00:00 - 43 minutes - 60.2 MBIn this episode, I talk about doing the things you don't want to do. Ultimately, they end up being the things you need to do to move ahead with your life.
No. 27: Fake It 'Til You Make It
March 11, 2014 00:00 - 1 hour - 81 MBIn this episode, I finally talk about being a former Christian and what led me to ultimately walk away. This is not an anti-religion or anti-faith advocation. I simply share some of the experiences, or lack there of, that led me to living outside pursuing a faith-filled life.
No. 26: You Might Like It
March 04, 2014 00:00 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MBIn this episode, I talk about trying new things and convincing you to do so.
No. 25: Weights & Measurements
February 26, 2014 00:00 - 45 minutes - 26.9 MBIn this episode, I talk a little more about my weight loss and how I have gone about it. Also, I answer a few other questions and requests that I have been asked.
No. 24: 7 Year Stretch
February 20, 2014 00:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBIn this episode, I talk about my relationship history...which is more like my lack of history. It's kind of depressing...and embarrassing...and long...so you should get a pretty good laugh out of it ;)
No. 23: The Paper Gift Anniversary
February 18, 2014 00:00 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MBIn this episode, I celebrate the one year anniversary of this podcast. I talk about doing this podcast over the last year and some of the people in my life that help form me as a person.
No. 22: Black, White & Read All Over
February 11, 2014 00:00 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBIn this episode, I talk about the upcoming one year anniversary of this podcast and new plans about an online magazine.
No. 21: Pump Up The Value
February 04, 2014 00:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBIn this episode, I talk about knowing your value and why you are valuable.
No. 20: Six Months To Live
January 28, 2014 00:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBIn this episode, I talk about being twenty years old and the one question that would change my life.
No. 19: Shields Are Down Captain!
January 21, 2014 00:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBIn this episode, I talk about being vulnerable and why it's not only a good thing, but why it's essential for better living.
No. 18: Friendship Is Magic
January 16, 2014 00:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBIn this episode, I talk about old friends, good friends, bad friend, new friends and being a better friend. Lets get friendly everyone!
No. 17: Mental Gymnastics Compition
January 11, 2014 00:00 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBIn this episode, I talk about my personal life and some of the challenges that I am dealing with. It sounds depressing, but I assure you, it isn't too bad. ;)