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Shit We Don't Talk About

109 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago -

Shit We Don’t Talk About is the podcast that takes on topics we should be talking about more often and openly. Guests and topics will be incredibly diverse, sometimes painful, sometimes joyful but all things we need to talk about candidly to keep us all informed and connected. Shit we don’t talk about is for everyone It’s time we speak up because we can’t begin to change shit if we don’t talk about it. 

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Voices for the Voiceless: Championing the Wrongfully Imprisoned

January 22, 2024 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MB

Imagine sitting behind bars for a crime you didn't commit, feeling the weight of the world's indifference on your shoulders. This is the stark reality we confront alongside Osagie Okuruwa of ⁠The Innocent Convicts⁠, and ⁠Lynn Currier⁠ of Skweda Solutions, as they share their relentless pursuit of justice for the wrongfully imprisoned. We delve into the harrowing journeys of Jonas Francisque and David Yarde—two men entangled in a system reluctant to admit its errors. Their stories, marred by ...

Ep 82 - Empathy is not a weakness

October 18, 2023 16:25 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB

In this episode, we dive into the importance of recognizing and embracing empathy in our personal AND business lives (which are, let's face it, one and the same for the most part. Guest Loren Sanders is the author of "Empathy Is Not A Weakness: And Other Stories from The Edge" "What makes a great leader? Often, it's our worst leaders and toxic leadership behaviors that teach us the most about creating better leadership experiences for others. In this enlightening book, Loren Sanders reveal...

Ep 81 - Siobhan Fallon Hogan

September 27, 2023 04:02 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MB

YOU KNOW who she is! Tune in for this lively chat with Siobhan Fallon Hogan about her upcoming independent film, Shelter in Solitude (in AMC & Regal theaters October 6), and just life in general, including her journey as a writer & producer, the production company Emerald Caz Productions that she started with her husband Peter and their son Peter Munson Hoban in 2019. Siobhan's background is epic - you can't not recognize her amazing presence! She's been featured in Forrest Gump, Men In B...

Ep 80 - Gender Fluidity, Drag Queens and Queer Youth

July 16, 2023 23:37 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MB

Episode 80 Guest is Jameson Johnson / Ophelia Peaches. Jameson is and has always been Genderfluid. As young as four years old, they were wearing princess dresses and pirate costumes interchangeably without preference. Growing up in Colorado in a low-income, single-parent household as a Domestic Violence survivor, Jameson understands what it is like to be Queer and powerless. At the age of thirteen, Jameson began performing in Drag under the persona of Ophelia Peaches. As one of the first you...

Ep 79 - Far Right Fairy Tales

April 11, 2023 03:49 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MB

Episode 79 guest is Corbin Knight-Dixon, a sexuality educator, learning coach, and advocate. In this episode, we dive into the topic of Far Right Fairy Tales, the manufactured culture war on education, and many other things including trans rights, critical race theory, sex education, and more. Corbin Knight-Dixon, MS, is an educator, trainer, and advocate in Upstate New York with 15+ years of experience in sexuality education, public health, sexual violence prevention, and healing justice. ...

Ep 78 - Dating as a Female Founder

March 28, 2023 00:36 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

Hey, welcome to Episode 78 of Shit We Don't Talk About. My guest is Cindy Fossouo, CEO & Founder of Information Systems Builder a branding and marketing company for Tech Startups. In this episode, Cindy shares her journey of navigating the dating world as a young female CEO. More about our guest: Cindy Fossouo is the CEO of Information Systems Builder based in San Francisco. They help tech startups with their branding and marketing. She is also a deal partner at a venture capital which con...

Ep 77 - Addiction Stigma

February 23, 2023 17:24 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

Welcome to Episode 77 of Shit We Don’t Talk About. My guest is Kevin Hyer, CEO of The Hyer Calling Foundation, Inc., a Philadelphia based 501(c)(3) that destigmatizes the disease of addiction in the workplace. In this episode, Kevin shares his own personal story of addiction and how he now helps to tackle addiction stigma. More about Kevin: Kevin Hyer, Esq. is CEO of The Hyer Calling Foundation, Inc., a Philadelphia based 501(c)(3) that destigmatizes the disease of addiction in the workpla...

Ep 77 - Addiction Stigma

February 23, 2023 17:24 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MB

Welcome to Episode 77 of Shit We Don’t Talk About. My guest is Kevin Hyer, CEO of The Hyer Calling Foundation, Inc., a Philadelphia based 501(c)(3) that destigmatizes the disease of addiction in the workplace. In this episode, Kevin shares his own personal story of addiction and how he now helps to tackle addiction stigma. More about Kevin: Kevin Hyer, Esq. is CEO of The Hyer Calling Foundation, Inc., a Philadelphia based 501(c)(3) that destigmatizes the disease of addiction in the workpla...

Ep 76 - How to be a living organ donor

January 25, 2023 05:31 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

The topic is Living Organ Donation and the guest is Colleen Hjort-Frederiksen is a Living Donor Support Manager with The National Kidney Foundation AND a Living Kidney Donor. Tune in to hear her personal story & also find out how to be a Living Organ Donor (and how surprisingly easy it can be to donate).  Want to know more about living donation? Check out the National Kidney Foundation website: https://www.kidney.org/transplantation If you're currently testing to donate or are a kidney pat...

Ep 75 - Festivus - Airing of The Grievances for 2022

December 23, 2022 17:04 - 1 hour - 41.6 MB

Ending the year right proper with a rousing super-long (that's what she said) episode featuring one of my favorites, Drew Linsalata of The Anxious Truth.  The List of Grievances is extensive & topics include: Festivus For the Rest of Us The Pressure of the Holidays The Nap Ministry - Rest is Resistance (Mia's new mid-grade obsession) Strong People - Why is no one checking on us? Bullshitters: FTX, Sam Bankman Fried, Adam Neumann & WeWork, Anna Delvey  Feats of Strength Thi...

Ep 74 - Somatic Healing

December 03, 2022 06:42 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

Guest Rebecca Bee Bromberg fills us in on what exactly IS Somatic Healing, why its a great complement and/or alternative to plant medicine, and details the 5 somatic modalities.  More about our Guest: Rebecca Bromberg is a body-mind healing coach and recovering perfectionist. She helps professionals and entrepreneurs transform from running on fumes in survival mode to thriving with calm confidence. She is the founder of Finishing School, a thriving community of high-performing professional...

Ep. 73 - Get Your Shit Together and Get Organized

December 03, 2022 06:22 - 43 minutes - 30 MB

Getting organized may seem like it's talked about a lot but that usually involves a lot of quick fixes & shame-based patterns. Tune in as Mia talks with Professional Organizer, JoAnn Krall - we dive into it! So take some notes because we definitely did. More about our Guest: JoAnn Krall is a Professional Organizer who works with people that struggle with organization in their homes, businesses, and life. She started her business, The Sensible Organizer, 16 years ago, but she has been organ...

Ep 72 - Postpartum Depression & Modern Mom Myths

November 04, 2022 16:30 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB

Guest April Kelly discusses her motherhood journey including postpartum depression, restricted milk supply, medical gaslighting, doula birthing, and more. More about April and her journey: Just a few years ago, April Kelly and her family were celebrating one of the most joyous times of their lives, bringing home their new baby. Like most parents, she and her husband experienced the full range of emotions, happiness, excitement, a tinge of anxiety but most of all, the warm sensation of unyi...

Ep. 71 - Black Media Experience

November 04, 2022 16:08 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MB

What a privilege to sit down with my friend Antonio (Tony) Harvey and discuss his experience of being a Black man in the news media machine for 30 years which is eye-opening & informative. Tony also shares stories of growing up in Illinois (we went to Champaign Central High School together - Class of '83 - Go Mighty Maroons!), tales of the Great Migration in his family history, and his own journey of discovery uncovering hidden (and not so hidden) racist practices and historical events aroun...

Ep 070 - Friendship Breakups

October 28, 2022 21:55 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB

This is shit we DEFINITELY don't talk about: Friendship Breakups. This is a messy and taboo subject for many and guest Aimée La Fountain dives deep into the nuanced layers of kicking a friendship to the curb. Pro-tip: This episode is an excellent follow-up and pairs nicely with Episodes 68 and 69 Aimée La Fountain is a Greater New York-based writer and marketing strategist. She currently serves as an arts columnist for Gannett and specializes in features. Her writing has appeared in YES!, ...

Ep 070 - Friendship Breakups

October 28, 2022 21:55 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

This is shit we DEFINITELY don't talk about: Friendship Breakups. This is a messy and taboo subject for many and guest Aimée La Fountain dives deep into the nuanced layers of kicking a friendship to the curb. Pro-tip: This episode is an excellent follow-up and pairs nicely with Episodes 68 and 69 Aimée La Fountain is a Greater New York-based writer and marketing strategist. She currently serves as an arts columnist for Gannett and specializes in features. Her writing has appeared in YES!, ...

Ep 69 - Dating Tips and Dick Pics

October 21, 2022 00:33 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

In this episode, Mia is joined by her two good friends Ashley & Layla to discuss their experiences in the dating world including dating apps and.. You guessed it ,,, dick pics! We had a lot to say so put your headphones in (because, as always, this podcast is not for delicate ears) and listen up! About The Guests: Ashley DePaulis is an embodied success expert whose unique brilliance is in understanding the mind-body-spirit relationship and brining that into the workplace to improve busines...

Ep 69 - Dating What Not To Do's and Dick Pics

October 21, 2022 00:33 - 43 minutes - 79.5 MB

In this episode, Mia is joined by her two good friends Ashley & Layla to discuss their experiences in the dating world including dating apps and.. You guessed it ,,, dick pics! We had a lot to say so put your headphones in (because, as always, this podcast is not for delicate ears) and listen up! About The Guests: Ashley DePaulis is an embodied success expert whose unique brilliance is in understanding the mind-body-spirit relationship and brining that into the workplace to improve busines...

Ep. 68 - Modern Dating & Relationship Tips

October 07, 2022 13:00 - 46 minutes - 84.3 MB

Hey, welcome to episode 68 of shit we don't talk about powered by helix interactive. The episode guest is Dave Glaser and the topic is Modern dating & Relationship Tips. We’ll talk about Modern dating through the lens of attachment theory, enneagrams and masculine/feminine energy dynamics. That is a mouthful which means I need to also whisper “that’s what she said” Guest Bio: Dave Glaser is a personal trainer and relationship coach teaching members to connect with their bodies and intuitio...

Ep. 68 - Modern Dating & Relationship Tips

October 07, 2022 13:00 - 46 minutes - 31.6 MB

Hey, welcome to episode 68 of shit we don't talk about powered by helix interactive. The episode guest is Dave Glaser and the topic is Modern dating & Relationship Tips. We’ll talk about Modern dating through the lens of attachment theory, enneagrams and masculine/feminine energy dynamics. That is a mouthful which means I need to also whisper “that’s what she said” Guest Bio: Dave Glaser is a personal trainer and relationship coach teaching members to connect with their bodies and intuitio...

Ep 067 - Ayahuasca & other plant medicines

September 09, 2022 13:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

 Today’s topic is ayahuasca & other healing plant medicine modalities and I have two guests! Humberto Alcala(who is a shaman by the way) and Ruger Hebert - they have an ayahuasca retreat center called Finca el Pendulo in Jalisco Mexico. Tune in as we discuss all the amazing benefits and we do a deep dive into the background of ayahuasca as well as the experience itself. Humberto Alcala, is best described as a modern-day medicine man. Ten years ago, after several personal experiences with ay...

Ep 066 - Tales of Non Traditional Women

August 04, 2022 14:09 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MB

Debbie Adams of People Can Training joins Mia this week to talk about their experiences as women in fields traditionally dominated by men.  Debbie is a forced entrepreneur, renaissance woman, and dark horse.  She's got things to say about being a non-traditional woman.  Don't worry, this isn't a male-bashing session, so grab a beverage and listen in. --- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/66 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcaster...

EP 065A - Growing Up In A Cult - Part 2

July 29, 2022 15:30 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MB

Rachel Geftakys McCumber joins Mia to talk about her experience growing up in a religious cult. This is part two of a two-part series. Trigger warnings abound in this episode which includes a discussion of spousal abuse, child abuse, and religion. --- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/65 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miavosslive/support

EP 065 - Growing Up In A Cult - Part 1

July 22, 2022 13:14 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

Rachel Geftakys McCumber joins Mia to talk about her experience growing up in a religious cult. This is part one of a two-part series. Trigger warnings abound in this episode which includes a discussion of spousal abuse, child abuse, and religion.  --- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/65 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miavosslive/support

EP 064 - Kambo - Amazing Frog Medicine

July 14, 2022 23:27 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB

Today’s topic is Kambo, a south American frog secretion healing ritual - or as Mia likes to call it, the unsexiest, most difficult thing she's ever done in my life. So far at least. Mia's guest is Ayla Luna Rae who dropped by to fill us in on its history and its amazing benefits. Trust me, this is something that this crazy world and everyone in it can benefit from right now. --- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/64 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this po...

EP 63 - OCD and Generalized Anxiety Disorder

June 30, 2022 19:55 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MB

We've all heard about OCD but do you really know what it is? Hint: It's more than just counting repetitively or engaging in excessive handwashing. On episode 63 of Shit We Don't Talk About therapist and OCD/anxiety specialist Jenna Overbaugh is back to talk about the reality of OCD and some of the confusion when it comes to OCD and generalized anxiety disorder. --- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/63 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https:...

EP 062 - Toxic Emotional Intelligence

June 24, 2022 01:08 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MB

We've all heard of emotional intelligence, but have you heard of toxic emotional intelligence? It's like toxic positivity. Except in this case, it's emotional intelligence getting warped, twisted, and misapplied. Drew Linsalata is back for episode 62 of Shit We Don't Talk About so grab a beverage and listen to Drew and Mia get into this. --- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/62 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com...

EP 061 - Universal & Inclusive Design

June 16, 2022 20:56 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MB

Billy Price of Billy Footwear joins Mia on episode 61 of Shit We Don’t Talk About. Billy is here to talk about the difference between universal, adaptive, and inclusive design. There IS a difference, and by way of spoiler alerts ... you WANT universal design! --- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/61 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miavosslive/support

EP 060 - Inclusive And Adaptive Fashion and Design w/Mindy Scheier, CEO of Runway of Dreams Foundation

June 01, 2022 19:38 - 33 minutes - 23 MB

Mindy Scheier - founder of Runway of Dreams - joins Mia on episode 60 of Shit We Don’t Talk About.  Mindy and Mia chat about the need to make the fashion and design industry more inclusive and in tune with the need for adaptive clothing design. Getting dressed independently can be a major challenge for people with disabilities. Mindy is on a mission to address this challenge and to make the fashion industry stand up, take notice, and take action in this arena.  So far, Mindy is off to a rou...

EP 059 - Invisible Disabilities

May 26, 2022 18:43 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

Brijana Prooker is a freelance journalist and the emotional support human for her dog. She joins Mia on this episode of Shit We Don't Talk About to talk about disabilities that we might not see, but are still real and impactful. For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/59 Find Mia online here or here.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miavosslive/support

EP 058 - Wheelchair Boss Life

May 04, 2022 21:49 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MB

Stewart Tucker Lundy is a quadriplegic, activist, feminist, and general man about town. He joins Mia in episode 58 of Shit We Don’t Talk About to give us an inside look at the life of a wheelchair boss. -- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/58 Find Mia online here or here.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miavosslive/support

EP 057 - Planning To Plan

April 20, 2022 19:25 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MB

On episode 57 of Shit We Don’t Talk About, Mia is joined by financial planner Josh Caucutt. Josh is here to share tips and tricks on … well … how to get your shit together! -- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/57 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miavosslive/support

EP 056 - Death Doula and Ritual Healing

April 06, 2022 22:59 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

On episode 56 of Shit We Don’t Talk About, Mia has a chat with Sarah Kerr of Sacred Deathcare. Sarah is here to talk about a new and different way to support dying and grieving people. The Centre for Sacred Deathcare was founded to help people meet death–and life–in ways that are more healing, more holy, and more whole.  Sarah's work is dedicated to the health and well-being of our collective past, present, and future.  -- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/56 Find...

EP 055 - Fundraising

March 25, 2022 13:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

On episode 55 of Shit We Don’t Talk About, Mia is joined by executive coach and fundraising consultant Malory Erickson. Mia and Mallory dish on the hidden pitfalls of fundraising and money movement that … wait for it … we don’t talk about!  -- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/54 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miavosslive/support

EP 054 - The Universe Does Not Have Your Back

March 17, 2022 20:01 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

In episode 54 of Shit We Don’t Talk About, Mia is joined again by Drew Linsalata to talk about the idea that the Universe has your back, that you can manifest the life you want, and that there is automatic abundance if you just open yourself up to it.  Well really, we're talking about how those messages quickly veer into toxic and harmful places when you don't acknowledge the mental health, social, and economic reality of a world outside your own experience. So ... spoiler alert ... if you ...

EP 053 - Farewelling

March 09, 2022 23:37 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

In episode 53 of Shit We Don’t Talk About, Mia is joined by Elizabeth Meyer Karansky. Elizabeth is a thanatologist, a funeral director, and the Chief Strategy Officer of Farewelling. Elizabeth is on a mission to change the way we talk about death and dying AND the way we celebrate life when it comes to its inevitable close. Farewelling - a radical approach to funeral planning - was born out of Elizabeth’s own experience with the passing of her father. Being entirely dissatisfied with the wa...

EP 052 - Death Wives

February 25, 2022 00:32 - 43 minutes - 30 MB

In episode 52 of Shit We Don’t Talk About, Mia is joined by funeral educator Lauren Carroll and death doula Erin Merelli, AKA The Death Wives.  The Death Wives is a female-founded collective working to widen the narrative around death and dying. Lauren and Erin teach others about the history and practices of death work and seek to honor sacred traditions, remove stigmas around death, empower collective grieving, and create a safe space for community, connection, and support.  -- For full s...

EP 051 - Birth Doula - Part 2

February 18, 2022 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MB

On this episode of Shit We Don’t Talk About, the birth and death series continues with Kristi Dixon-Pride. Kristi is a birth doula that’s also training as a death doula. Mia and Kristi cover all the topics when it comes to the beginning - and end - of life. Kristi’s journey as a birth doula started with a traumatic birth experience in a military hospital in Okinawa. The experience was horrible, leading her to think that “there has to be a better way”. It looked nothing like the birth storie...

EP 050 - What Is A Birth Doula?

February 03, 2022 04:40 - 39 minutes - 27 MB

On this episode of Shit We Don’t Talk About, Mia chats with holistic birth doula Lauryn Clark. Is there a better topic than the process of bringing new life into the world? Mia and Lauryn talk about the differences between doulas and birth keepers, the role of a doula in the postpartum stage, the origins of birth work, and how the medicalizing of the birthing process has created a race-based care gap. -- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/50 Find Mia online here o...

EP 049 - Shame Game

January 28, 2022 19:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

On episode 49 of Shit We Don't Talk About, Mia flies solo with random musings about shame. -- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/49 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miavosslive/support

EP 048 - When Helping Doesn't Help

January 25, 2022 16:11 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

On episode 48 of Shit We Don’t Talk About, Mia is joined by Kara Valentine, founder of Threads Worldwide, a fair trade jewelry company that features artisans from around the world. Mia and Kara explored “when helping doesn’t help”. Helping in times of need is a good thing, right?  Well ... not always!  Mia and Kara chat about how lack of planning, poor organization, or a lack of awareness can accidentally turn helping into something completely different. -- For full show notes on this epi...

EP 047 - Violent Femmes of History

January 13, 2022 16:25 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MB

In this episode of Shit We Don’t Talk about, Mia chats with Rahaleh Nassri host of the Violent Femme podcast. What’s the Violent Femme podcast? Glad you asked! Violent Femme is a narrative podcast about women in history who were brave, bold, and ingenious, yet are mostly remembered for their brutality or villainy, if at all. Each episode will resurrect one of history’s brutally brave women whose image has been tarnished or even erased by men who fear such women but have long been entrusted ...

EP 046 - Boundaries: Get Some!

December 30, 2021 17:11 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB

On this episode of Sh!t We Don't Talk About, Mia is joined by frequent guest (and her podcast producer) Drew Linsalata. Mia and Drew talk about boundaries and how sometimes it's hard to set them, but even harder to keep them!  Join us as we chat about COVID-19 boundaries in the context of the recent resurgence, personal boundaries and how to hold the line on them, and the relationship between boundaries and vulnerability.  It's a great conversation! For full show notes on this episode: ht...

EP 045 - Trauma, PTSD and Anxiety with Joe Ryan

November 11, 2021 16:17 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MB

On this episode of Sh!t We Don't Talk About, Mia is joined by Joe Ryan, creator and host of the It's Not You, It's Your Trauma podcast.  Joe talks about how opening up about his past and his mental health struggles has been a bit part of his recovery and forward progress while also creating a healing space for others at the same time. Joe is a great example of how moving beyond blame and dragging shame out into the daylight are critical parts of the healing and recovery process so check it ...

EP 044 - Incarceration

November 02, 2021 18:05 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MB

In this episode of Sh!t We Don't Talk About, Mia talks about incarceration with guest Amber Crowder, creator of the Been Down Project.  Amber is courageously and transparently sharing her experience with federal incarceration and subsequent re-entry into society. Amber's story is an eye-opening look at the process of Federal investigation, prosecution, incarceration, and the real-life impact of that process.  Spoiler alert: The mental image you have about criminals and prison inmates is a s...

EP 043 - Narcolepsy

October 07, 2021 18:21 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MB

On this episode of Sh!t We Don't Talk About, Mia welcomes guest Julie Flygare of Project Sleep to talk about narcolepsy and cataplexy, two conditions we definitely do NOT talk about enough!  Narcolepsy is more than just randomly falling asleep.  Narcolepsy is a life-impacting neurological disorder that rarely gets described accurately and does not get the attention it requires. --- For full show notes on this episode, visit https://miavoss.live/43 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support...

EP 042 - Lizard Brain Top Tips

September 23, 2021 14:07 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MB

On this episode of Sh!t We Don't Talk About, Mia is joined by three-time Amazon bestselling author Drew Linsalata to discuss why teaching the fear center in your brain - that pesky lizard brain - to slow down is a good idea.  Slowing down, even when stress and anxiety are demanding that you speed up, can go a long way toward achieving a calmer, less frantic life.  Drew's latest book, Seven Percent Slower - A Simple Trick For Moving Past Anxiety And Stress, is available now at sevenpercentslo...

EP 041 - Colonoscopy Booty Call

September 17, 2021 03:09 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

On the 41st episode of Shit We Don't Talk About, Mia flies solo once again to recount her recent cancer scare and to remind you of all the stuff you should be doing to stay on top of your health, but probably aren't.  You don't want to hear this stuff, but it's important, so pull up a chair and get comfy.  Wait.  Colorectal health.  Now THAT is shit we don't talk about! ;-) ------- For full show notes on this episode visit https://miavoss.live/41 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support...

EP 040 - Standing Up Online

September 11, 2021 14:02 - 17 minutes - 12.4 MB

On the 40th episode of Shit We Don't Talk About, Mia is joined by ... Mia Voss!  Tune in for a bit of a classic Mia rant about standing up online and how to go beyond copy and paste to include real action items that spark change and encourage productive discussion. For full show notes on this episode visit https://miavoss.live/40 ---- Find Mia online here or here. MUSIC CREDIT: Inspiring Experience  by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5670-inspiring-experience- Inspirationa...

EP 039 - Andrew Cuomo, Systemic Sexism and Harassment - Sh!t We Don't KNOW About W/ Drew Linsalata

August 13, 2021 16:26 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MB

On the 39th episode of Shit We Don't Talk About, Drew Linsalata is back for another Shit We Don't KNOW About.  This time the discussion focuses on the current Andrew Cuomo situation and continued systemic sexism and harassment. NOTE: The Governor resigned less than 24 hours after this episode was recorded.  So we have that going for us.  Which is good. For full show notes on this episode visit https://miavoss.live/39 ---- Find Mia online here or here. MUSIC CREDIT: Inspiring Experience...

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