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Pink State

154 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratings

A podcast for fed up feminists everywhere; brought to you by post-evangelical millennial babes from deep red U.S.A.

Tune in every Monday to hear co-hosts, Mirena and Briana, try to make sense of their conservative upbringings and surroundings over several glasses of pink wine.

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Episodes

22: Break Ups

February 18, 2021 06:24 - 1 hour - 56 MB

Mirena and Briana get vulnerable and discuss breakups, and societal regard towards them.  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep22: Break Ups

February 18, 2021 06:24 - 1 hour - 56 MB

Mirena and Briana get vulnerable and discuss breakups, and societal regard towards them.  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

21: Welcoming 2021

January 21, 2021 22:51 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MB

Mirena and Briana return to discuss their hopes and dreams for 2021, as well as current events.  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep21: Welcoming 2021

January 21, 2021 22:51 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MB

Mirena and Briana return to discuss their hopes and dreams for 2021, as well as current events.  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

20: Women & Drinking

December 15, 2020 18:43 - 1 hour - 61.5 MB

Does drinking effect women differently than men? Is wine culture problematic? Tune in to hear Mirena and Briana discuss their drinking habits, and how their relationship with alcohol has developed over time.  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep20: Women & Drinking

December 15, 2020 18:43 - 1 hour - 61.5 MB

Does drinking effect women differently than men? Is wine culture problematic? Tune in to hear Mirena and Briana discuss their drinking habits, and how their relationship with alcohol has developed over time.  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep19: Is Self Help, REALLY Helpful?

December 09, 2020 21:14 - 1 hour - 60.5 MB

Mirena and Briana dive into the world of self help, and explore the benefits and dangers of the industry. Listen in to hear their thoughts on positivity, self help gurus, and more!  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

19: Is Self Help, REALLY Helpful?

December 09, 2020 21:14 - 1 hour - 60.5 MB

Mirena and Briana dive into the world of self help, and explore the benefits and dangers of the industry. Listen in to hear their thoughts on positivity, self help gurus, and more!  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep18: One is the Loneliest Number... Or is it?

November 30, 2020 11:15 - 1 hour - 74 MB

Mirena and Briana dive in to the pro's and cons of being single, common tropes about being alone, and how to support single friends. Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

18: One is the Loneliest Number... Or is it?

November 30, 2020 11:15 - 1 hour - 74 MB

Mirena and Briana dive in to the pro's and cons of being single, common tropes about being alone, and how to support single friends. Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep17: The Truth is Out There

November 23, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 66.3 MB

Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

17: The Truth is Out There

November 23, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 66.3 MB

Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

16: What Now?

November 16, 2020 11:06 - 1 hour - 59.2 MB

Mirena and Briana celebrate the announcement of President Elect Joe Biden, and discuss next steps in managing conversations with Trump supporters. They also give ideas and tips for political activism, and continuing to make change. Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep16: What Now?

November 16, 2020 11:06 - 1 hour - 59.2 MB

Mirena and Briana celebrate the announcement of President Elect Joe Biden, and discuss next steps in managing conversations with Trump supporters. They also give ideas and tips for political activism, and continuing to make change. Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep15: Election 2020

November 09, 2020 11:41 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB

Mirena and Briana decompress from the 2020 Election, and discuss the hope they feel for the country moving forward. NOTE: This episode was recorded prior to the official announcement of President Elect Biden.  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

15: Election 2020

November 09, 2020 11:41 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB

Mirena and Briana decompress from the 2020 Election, and discuss the hope they feel for the country moving forward. NOTE: This episode was recorded prior to the official announcement of President Elect Biden.  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep14: Conspiracy vs. Reality

November 02, 2020 15:50 - 1 hour - 79.9 MB

Reference Articles:  The psychology of conspiracy theories What is QAnon  Even pastors are raising alarm bells about this “alternative religion” taking hold in their churches.  Could American Evangelicals Spot the Anti-Christ? Here are the biblical predictions. Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: ...

14: Conspiracy vs. Reality

November 02, 2020 15:50 - 1 hour - 79.9 MB

Reference Articles:  The psychology of conspiracy theories What is QAnon  Even pastors are raising alarm bells about this “alternative religion” taking hold in their churches.  Could American Evangelicals Spot the Anti-Christ? Here are the biblical predictions. Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: ...

S2 Ep13: Ghost Stories

October 26, 2020 10:28 - 1 hour - 79.1 MB

Find out what haunts Mirena's apartment and hear about Briana's creepy sleep paralysis in this spooky re-released episode. Mirena and Briana freak each other out as they dive into the paranormal, discussing personal experiences and listener submissions. Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordett...

13: Ghost Stories

October 26, 2020 10:28 - 1 hour - 79.1 MB

Find out what haunts Mirena's apartment and hear about Briana's creepy sleep paralysis in this spooky re-released episode. Mirena and Briana freak each other out as they dive into the paranormal, discussing personal experiences and listener submissions. Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordett...

12: Talking to People we Disagree With

October 19, 2020 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MB

Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep12: Talking to People we Disagree With

October 19, 2020 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MB

Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

11: SAD

October 13, 2020 06:26 - 1 hour - 73.8 MB

In this week's episode, Mirena and Briana discuss Season Affective Disorder, and why it should be taken seriously. Listen to hear how they manage their mental health, and get tips on reducing your likelihood of experiencing SAD. TRIGGER WARNING: Anxiety, Depression discussed. Additional Resources: Suicide Hotline- 800-273-8255 https://www.seculartherapy.org/  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find ...

S2 Ep11: SAD

October 13, 2020 06:26 - 1 hour - 73.8 MB

In this week's episode, Mirena and Briana discuss Season Affective Disorder, and why it should be taken seriously. Listen to hear how they manage their mental health, and get tips on reducing your likelihood of experiencing SAD. TRIGGER WARNING: Anxiety, Depression discussed. Additional Resources: Suicide Hotline- 800-273-8255 https://www.seculartherapy.org/  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find ...

S2 Ep10: Is Social Media Ruining Our Lives?

October 05, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 70.5 MB

Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

10: Is Social Media Ruining Our Lives?

October 05, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 70.5 MB

Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep9: Remembering Ruth

September 29, 2020 02:10 - 1 hour - 68.5 MB

Mirena and Briana take a moment to remember the incredible life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. They discuss her early life, education, and memorable cases that defined her career. Rest in Peace Justice Ginsburg, you will be greatly missed. ♥ Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

9: Remembering Ruth

September 29, 2020 02:10 - 1 hour - 68.5 MB

Mirena and Briana take a moment to remember the incredible life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. They discuss her early life, education, and memorable cases that defined her career. Rest in Peace Justice Ginsburg, you will be greatly missed. ♥ Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep8: My Body, My Choice

September 21, 2020 07:20 - 1 hour - 83.9 MB

Resources:  Lies Pave the Way for Anti-Abortion Laws When a Mother is Jailed for Miscarriage  Abortion Access Fund Online Abortion Pill Report Card Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

8: My Body, My Choice

September 21, 2020 07:20 - 1 hour - 83.9 MB

Resources:  Lies Pave the Way for Anti-Abortion Laws When a Mother is Jailed for Miscarriage  Abortion Access Fund Online Abortion Pill Report Card Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep7: Under Fire, Over Fire, Everything is on Fire.

September 14, 2020 11:08 - 1 hour - 56 MB

Mirena and Briana are back this week to discuss current events. Including the fires plaguing the west coast, the Woodward Tapes, and the red state political climate.  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

7: Under Fire, Over Fire, Everything is on Fire.

September 14, 2020 11:08 - 1 hour - 56 MB

Mirena and Briana are back this week to discuss current events. Including the fires plaguing the west coast, the Woodward Tapes, and the red state political climate.  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep6: Much Ado About Voting

September 07, 2020 07:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MB

Further Reading: Facts About Mail in Voting The Hard Trump's False Claims are Doing Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

6: Much Ado About Voting

September 07, 2020 07:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MB

Further Reading: Facts About Mail in Voting The Hard Trump's False Claims are Doing Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

5: What the hell is going on in Portland?

August 31, 2020 12:27 - 1 hour - 61.8 MB

Mirena and Briana welcome Katie, who has been actively protesting in Portland Oregon. Tune in to hear them discuss the federal occupation of the city, "militia" activity, and the uplifting atmosphere that can occur within protests.  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep5: What the Hell is Going on in Portland? With guest Katie J.

August 31, 2020 12:27 - 1 hour - 61.8 MB

Support the Portland protestors by donating to the Portland Freedom Fund. Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

5: What the Hell is Going on in Portland? With guest Katie J.

August 31, 2020 12:27 - 1 hour - 61.8 MB

Support the Portland protestors by donating to the Portland Freedom Fund. Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

4: Defund the Police

August 24, 2020 07:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MB

Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep4: Defund the Police

August 24, 2020 07:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MB

Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep3: Wet A$$ P-Word

August 17, 2020 12:34 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MB

Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

3: Wet A$$ P-Word

August 17, 2020 12:34 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MB

Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep2: Me and White Supremacy

August 10, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 66.2 MB

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2: Me and White Supremacy

August 10, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 66.2 MB

Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes Update Description

1: We're Back!!

August 03, 2020 13:56 - 1 hour - 67.9 MB

Mirena and Briana return for season 2 of Pink State. They discuss what they've been doing the last few months, the Black Lives Matter Movement, and the reaction of their communities.  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S2 Ep1: We're Back!!

August 03, 2020 13:56 - 1 hour - 67.9 MB

Mirena and Briana return for season 2 of Pink State. They discuss what they've been doing the last few months, the Black Lives Matter Movement, and the reaction of their communities.  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

52: Our Stories: pt. 2 Briana's Story

May 25, 2020 12:43 - 1 hour - 79.1 MB

In Pink State's final episode of Season 1, Briana shares her story; and reflects on how she has evolved over time. Tune in to hear how she came to live in the Pacific Northwest, and how she believes marriage has changed her perspectives.  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

S1 Ep52: Our Stories: pt. 2 Briana's Story

May 25, 2020 12:43 - 1 hour - 79.1 MB

In Pink State's final episode of Season 1, Briana shares her story; and reflects on how she has evolved over time. Tune in to hear how she came to live in the Pacific Northwest, and how she believes marriage has changed her perspectives.  Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinkstatepod/ Music: The Chordettes

51: Our Stories: pt. 1 Mirena's story

May 18, 2020 10:09 - 1 hour - 93 MB

As they approach the one year anniversary of Pink State, Mirena reflects on her life and shares personal details about her upbringing. Listen to hear the how her life experiences have influenced her political and religious views. Further Reading: https://www.vox.com/culture/2018/4/3/17180138/gods-not-dead-light-darkness-evangelical-christian-persecution-race https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chromosome_2 Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Em...

S1 Ep51: Our Stories: pt. 1 Mirena's story

May 18, 2020 10:09 - 1 hour - 93 MB

As they approach the one year anniversary of Pink State, Mirena reflects on her life and shares personal details about her upbringing. Listen to hear the how her life experiences have influenced her political and religious views. Further Reading: https://www.vox.com/culture/2018/4/3/17180138/gods-not-dead-light-darkness-evangelical-christian-persecution-race https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chromosome_2 Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Em...

50: Fake News

May 11, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 80.8 MB

With finding accurate information being more important than ever, Mirena and Briana delve into the very real and often dangerous consequences of misinformation and polarized news media. Find out where they go to find trustworthy sources, and how they stay up to date on what's in the news. Don't forget to REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes! Have a story you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] Find us on social media: Instagram: @pink.state Facebook: https://www.facebook.c...

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