Sh!t You Don't Want to Talk About

Finding Purpose in Sobriety is Shit2TalkAbout S3 EP6

Senior Accessibility Engineer and Accessibility Advocate and former Head Chef, Todd Libby, joins us to talk about finding his purpose in recovery. Finding Purpose in Sobriety  is Shit2TalkAbout Episode Resources and Transcript Follow the Show on Instagram  Other ways to support Sh!t You Don’t Want to Talk About: LinkTree Where to find and support our Guests: Todd Libby on LinkedIn   Episode edited by Julia Washington  

The Journey to Recovery is Shit2TalkAbout S3 EP5

Senior Accessibility Engineer and Accessibility Advocate and former Head Chef, Todd Libby, joins us to talk about his journey to recovery.   The Journey to Recovery  is Shit2TalkAbout Episode Resources and Transcript Follow the Show on Instagram  Other ways to support Sh!t You Don’t Want to Talk About: LinkTree   Where to find and support our Guests: Todd Libby on LinkedIn   Episode edited by Julia Washington  

Alabama Laws is Shit2TalkAbout S3 E4

Embryo Advocate, Miki Habryn, joins us to talk about the new Alabama Laws around embryos and how this can affect the broader industry.  Find out more about the Poland Experience Alabama Embryo Laws is Shit2TalkAbout Episode Resources and Transcript Follow the Show on Instagram  Other ways to support Sh!t You Don’t Want to Talk About: LinkTree   Where to find and support our Guest: Yo Embryo Website Episode edited by Julia Washington

Donor Conception is Shit2TalkAbout S3 EP3

Embryo Advocate, Miki Habryn, joins us to talk about the importance of embryo donation and donor conception for people who have no other options. Donor Conception is Shit2TalkAbout Episode Resources and Transcript Follow the Show on Instagram  Other ways to support Sh!t You Don’t Want to Talk About: LinkTree Where to find and support our Guest: Yo Embryo Website   Episode edited by Julia Washington  

Diversity in Entertainment is Shit2TalkAbout S3 EP2

Host of Pop Culture Makes Me Jealous, Julia Washington, joins us to talk about diversity in entertainment and how to consider representation beyond the white male narrative. Audacity is Shit2TalkAbout Episode Resources and Transcript Follow the Show on Instagram  Other ways to support Sh!t You Don’t Want to Talk About: LinkTree Where to find and support our Guest: Julia’s Instagram Julia’s Website Pop Culture Makes Me Jealous Aladdin Episode    Episode edited by Julia Wa...

Audacity is Shit2TalkAbout S3 EP1

Sh!t You Don’t Want to Talk About is back with Shit2TalkAbout for Season 3. In this solo episode host Jenn Junod talks about audacity, why there was a big gap between seasons two and three, and what to expect with the new season. Audacity is Shit2TalkAbout Episode Resources and Transcript  Follow the Show on Instagram  Other ways to support Sh!t You Don’t Want to Talk About: LinkTree Episode edited by Julia Washington

S2 E5 Shit2TalkAbout Healing in Parenting with Evie Vieira

 Evie Vieira, a parent coach, shares her approach to fostering healthier parent-child relationships. She emphasizes the importance of understanding past patterns, learning stress management, and using the EVIE technique (Empathy, Validation, Imagination, Encouragement) for handling child tantrums. Vieira also discusses the impact of generational parenting trends and the necessity for parents to continuously learn and grow, including strategies for self-parenting and setting boundaries. ...

S2 Ep5 Shit2TalkAbout: Healing in Parenting

Shit2TalkAbout: Healing in Parenting Evie’s Shit2TalkAbout: I am a parent coach and positive discipline educator. So my passion is really to help families upcycle their dysfunction. So whatever we came into parenting with, I help them kind of shed all that shit and then learn new tools so they can transform their legacy, um, and not pass on dysfunction and, um, toxic behavior. So rad, and so to recap, it's like getting rid of the inherited habits that we don't like about our parents or a...

S2 Ep 4 Shit2TalkAbout: How tech relates to intersectionality between race and neurodiversity

Shit2TalkAbout: How tech relates to intersectionality between race and neurodiversity Gratitude: I'm grateful to you, Jenn, for giving me the space to talk about this and to, sharing your own story about like the impact that my words had on you and your journey that makes it feel very worth it to kind of, expose myself on a regular basis. About Wesley: Wesley Faulkner is a first-generation American, public speaker, and podcaster. He is a founding member of the government transparency g...

S2 E4 Shit2TalkAbout How Tech Relates To Intersectionality Between Race And Neurodiversity with Wesley Faulkner

Wesley Faulkner, a developer relations professional and former Dell employee, discusses his experiences with neurodiversity and work-related traumas. He emphasizes solutions like radical honesty, knowledge sharing, and productivity techniques including task breakdown, boundary setting, delegation, and using tools like the Kanban board. The episode highlights the importance of reframing task perceptions, recognizing personal struggles, and embracing self-acceptance. About Wesley Faulkner:...

S2 Ep3 Shit2TalkAbout: Nobody has ever done anything bad on beer... wait what?

I am sure you will join me in thanking Matt for sharing after listening to his motivating and enlightening interview. Matt speaks from a humble and transparent place as he walks us through his regrets, challenges and relationships that have helped shaped his recovery. You won't want to miss his story about his girlfriend and the "cider schedule." He talks us through what it took to get past that and to win the argument against his "addict brain." Matt tackles having to ask himself that famil...

S2 E3 Shit2TalkAbout Nobody has ever done anything bad on beer... wait what? with Matt Gardiner

Matt Gardiner discussing his battle with alcohol addiction, which began as a coping mechanism for shyness and his parents' divorce, leading to hospitalization due to pancreatitis. He shares his journey to sobriety at 37, highlighting the importance of addressing addiction's root causes. Matt introduces his "Recovery Road Map" sobriety coaching program and reflects on the positive aspects of his life, including his podcast "Beyond Recovery." About Matt Gardiner Matt Gardiner is a pa...

S2 E2 Shit2TalkAbout What the OCD? with Brianna Calderon

Mental health counselor Brianna Calderon discussing OCD misconceptions and the disorder's stigma. She explains 'magical thinking' in OCD, the need to differentiate between plausible and probable thoughts, and the importance of psychoeducation. Calderon highlights exposure and response prevention therapy, advises seeking specialized OCD assessments, and addresses insurance coverage for treatments. About Brianna Calderon Brianna’s work has included a diverse range of populations star...

S2 Ep2 Shit2TalkAbout: What the OCD?

After listening to Season 1 Ep 35 Shit2TalkAbout: Exploring Mental Health, you may want to dig deeper into anxiety, ocd, and related conditions. This is where you can do that! Brianna takes us through that deeper dive, the gold standard, evidence based treatment for ocd and anxiety which is exposure and response prevention. Brianna’s work has included a diverse range of populations starting with community mental health and residential treatment. Her current goal is to continue treating p...

S2 Ep1 Shit2TalkAbout: Happy 1st Birthday

So, hello beautiful humans. What is Sh!t You Don't Want to Talk About ? And that means I am reading this off the website cuz I worked really, really hard up for this. So this is what I'm reading together. We turn Sh!t You Don't Want to Talk About into Shit2TalkAbout. We stand to use the privilege we inherited to break the bullshit society has created to limit those who don't fit into a preconceived. We have witnessed discrimination and systemic issues. We stand to give a platform for those...

S2 E1 Shit2TalkAbout Happy 1st Birthday

This episode marks the first anniversary of 'Shit You Don't Want to Talk About,' hosted by Jenn Junod. The episode reflects on the podcast's journey, addressing challenging topics and personal traumas, and seeks community support for its continuation. Challenges like the loss of a marketing team and balancing a new program, 'Teach Jenn Tech,' are discussed. The host emphasizes the importance of sharing diverse experiences and requests assistance in managing and promoting the platform, aimin...

Shit2TalkAbout: Jenn Needs a Break

Hello beautiful Human! I am alive, thank you all for your love and support. There will not be an episode airing September 7 and September 14. I look forward to being with all of you again on September 21 byyyyye 😘😘😘

S1 E57 Shit2TalkAbout Strength and Struggles with Kathryn Bennett

Kathryn Bennett, a record-setting weightlifter, shares her story of overcoming alcohol addiction and personal challenges through discipline and gym training. She discusses the importance of discipline in achieving mental wellness and long-term goals, her experiences in strength sports, and the pressures women face in these areas. Bennett also introduces her book "Productive Pain: My Life as a Strong Woman," and her War Maiden Fitness movement, encouraging community support for the podcast. ...

Ep 57 Shit2TalkAbout: Strength and Struggles

As a world-record-holding strongwoman, personal growth expert Kathryn Bennett is an 40 under 40 award winner, celebrated speaker and advocate for developing mental toughness. With a background in change management and Lean Six Sigma process improvement, Kathryn's professional career spans industries including tech, healthcare, and engineering/construction. Kathryn used the mental fortitude and tenacity she learned in the gym to more than quintuple her income in a five-year span, working from...

S1 E56 Shit2TalkAbout Humans Only with Chenoa Daniels

Chenoa Daniels, a performance poet, business owner, book publicist, and former Peace Corps volunteer, discussing her transformative experience in South Africa. She talks about overcoming cultural shock, racial tensions, and language barriers while working on an HIV/AIDS health education program, and completing her Master of Public Health. Chenoa expresses her interest in the podcast industry and the importance of learning from new experiences, encouraging audience support for the podcast. ...

Ep 56 Shit2TalkAbout: Humans Only

Chenoa Murray Daniels is a Performance Poet, Author, and the Founder of Daniels Day Publishing & Consulting. While serving in the U.S. Peace Corps as an HIV/AIDS Health Volunteer in South Africa, Chenoa wrote her inaugural poetry book “Whites Only”. Her book was recently accepted by the Gauteng Department of Education to distribute in public school libraries in South Africa. A portion of the book proceeds benefit Limehill village, where she lived and worked for two years with the Zulu people...

Ep 55 Shit2TalkAbout: Our Diverse World

Our differences and our similarities converging together develops our unique blueprint. That right there is our superpower that no one else can replicate or duplicate. We should all be aware of it, talk about it and celebrate it. This is the premise of the work that I do. Children are the future of the world and with having conversations about our world, its diversity, and their role in it helps us all build a world that is truly inclusive and equitable.

S1 E55 Shit2TalkAbout Our Diverse World with Sushmita Kirkland

Children's book author and diversity expert Sushmita Kirkland. Residing in Amsterdam, she discusses promoting discussions on diversity, inclusion, and representation among children. Her book "Alphabets of the World," and upcoming titles feature her children as characters, reflecting diverse cultural influences. The conversation emphasizes early education in diversity, neurodiversity, LGBTQ+ rights, and race relations, critiques current educational systems, particularly for neurodivergent st...

Ep 54 Shit2TalkAbout: Planning on Your Funeral

Talking about death helps us process what happens. Jamie Sarche wants us to start talking about the hard stuff. When you're in the dark things are a lot scarier. More talking equals less fear. If we recognize that our life is finite we can live more fully and more meaningfully. Notorious tough-talker, Jamie Sarche, works hard to get people to put plans in place long before they need them. As the director of prearranged funeral planning, she helps them make educated decisions that are not clo...

S1 E54 Shit2TalkAbout Planning on Your Funeral with Jamie Sarche

Jamie Sara, a funeral planning director, discussing societal attitudes towards death and the importance of open conversations and planning. She talks about various body disposition methods like green burials and cremations, and the benefits of pre-planning and pre-paying for funeral arrangements, including logistics for moving out of state. The episode emphasizes support during hardship and breaks death-related taboos, encouraging listeners to share insights and support the podcast. About ...

Ep 53 Shit2TalkAbout: Transcending Fear

Native American Terri Kozlowski is a certified life coach, blogger, the author of "Raven Transcending Fear," and founder of Soul Solutions. She specializes in empowering women by teaching them to set personal boundaries, reframe the stories they tell themselves, overcome their fears, and push past their limiting beliefs. Part memoir, part self-help guide, Terri’s book is a raw and personal story of diving deep into childhood trauma, dealing with the terror before ultimately getting comfortab...

S1 E53 Shit2TalkAbout Transcending Fear with Terri Kozlowski

Terri Kozlowski discussing her memoir "Raven Transcending Fear," where she shares her journey of overcoming childhood sexual abuse and fear. She delves into the impact of past trauma on adult relationships and the importance of accountability, forgiveness, and authentic emotional expression for healing. The episode also covers societal views on expressing emotions like anger and sadness, the role of the "egoic mind" as a barrier, and the importance of self-worth, challenging societal pressu...

Ep 52 Shit2TalkAbout: Raised as a Lie

Dr. Naeema Olatunji is a mom of three beautiful children - Kamau, Sahkiya, and Kinan. She calls them her three hearts outside of her body. Dr. Naeema is a proud graduate of the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. She holds a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life University and is the owner of Elevate Family Chiropractic in Roswell, Georgia. She believes that what sets Elevate Family Chiropractic apart is providing exemplary service at an affordable price. Elevate Family Chiro...

S1 E52 Shit2TalkAbout Raised as a Lie with Dr. Naeema Olatunji

Dr. Naima, a chiropractor and author, discussing her book and experiences of growing up as a light-skinned black woman in a white family, believing she was white. She explores the complexities of her biracial heritage, family dynamics, and mental health, highlighting the importance of therapy and vulnerability. The episode promotes her memoir, "Raised as a Lie," which details her journey in discovering and accepting her racial identity. About Dr. Naeema Olatunji Dr. Naeema Olatunji is ...

Ep 51 Shit2TalkAbout: Repeatedly Dead

Fred Rutman, BA, CACE, MBA, Certified Marketing Specialist Intermittent Faster and Coach, Death and Brain Trauma Survivor Currently writing the medical trauma memoir "The Summer I Died Twenty Times" Currently living in Toronto. I was a marketing person and college prof (MBA, Marketing and Finance) for a number of years, until the summer of 2009 came crashing down on me and forced me onto permanent medical leave. Something was causing me to what we thought was pass out randomly, but it w...

S1 E51 Shit2TalkAbout Repeatedly Dead with Fred Rutman

Fred Rutman sharing his experiences with a rare heart condition that led to multiple clinical deaths, misdiagnoses, and numerous health challenges including concussions and memory loss. He discusses managing his health through self-advocacy, reversing Type 2 diabetes, and addressing neurological issues with intermittent fasting. Fred expresses gratitude for his community support and discusses his journey, emphasizing the importance of listener support for the show. About Fred: Fred Rut...

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Ep 50 Shit2TalkAbout: Dealing with Self Hatred

The Transfornation Goddess of Light, Audrye energizes you and raises your frequency. You can take her online Courses, such as ISM FREEDOM! Be Free of the Causes and Effects of Racism, Sexism, Other ISMs; be uplifted and dazzled by her Audrye OmArt: Art That Opens the Heart ❤️; have a private clairvoyant, healing, wellness or astrology consultation; and/or read one of her books, such as THE MOTHER'S MANUAL, A Spiritual and Practical Guide to Child Rearing and Motherhood. Audrye loves to dance...

S1 E50 Shit2TalkAbout Dealing with Self Hatred Audrye Arbe

Energy healer Audrye discussing her work in addressing societal issues like racism and sexism, and explaining genetic karmic patterning (GKP). She shares her life experiences, emphasizing the importance of accepting diverse identities and overcoming ingrained biases. Additionally, Audrey highlights the role of self-love, laughter in mental health, and wellness practices. About Audrye: The Transfornation Goddess of Light, Audrye energizes you and raises your frequency. You can take her o...

EP 49 Shit2TalkAbout: Solving Addiction

Dr. Joseph Volpicelli graduated from the University of Pennsylvania’s prestigious Medical Scientist Training Program. Through this program, he received both his doctorate of medicine and psychology. He also completed his medical residency at the University of Pennsylvania and a fellowship in Neuropsychopharmacology.   A world-renowned scientist-clinician, Dr. Volpicelli’s research has led to many important discoveries in addiction treatment. His research led to the discovery of naltre...

S1 E49 Shit2TalkAbout Solving Addiction with Dr. Joseph Volpicelli

Dr. Volpicelli, an expert in substance abuse, discussing the opioid crisis in the U.S. and criticizing current treatment approaches. He advocates for brain-based recovery methods, drawing from his research on trauma and substance abuse, and his personal experiences. Dr. Volpicelli emphasizes comprehensive treatments, holistic therapies, peer support, and stigma-free discussions about addiction, based on his work at the Volpicelli Center and the Institute of Addiction Medicine.   Abou...

S1 E48 Shit2TalkAbout Androphilia with G. Scott Graham

Author and career coach G. Scott Graham discussing his experiences as a gay man, the evolution of gay rights, and critiquing traditional condolence practices. A gay firefighter also shares his perspective on the LGBTQ+ community, comparing the AIDS and COVID-19 pandemics and critiquing the commercialization of Pride Month. The episode emphasizes individuality and authenticity, encouraging listener support and engagement with the podcast. About Scott: https://gscottgraham.com https://gscot...

Ep 48 Shit2TalkAbout: Androphilia

G. Scott Graham joins Sh!t You Don't Want to Talk About again to share his story of coming out in the 80s and his book "Androphile Pride". "...an alternative world view, then guides the reader through a process of creation and integration. Actively engage with the content and you will build a strong sense of self that does not hinge on following every single view espoused by supposed LGBTQIA+ leaders, the supposed Androphilia leaders, nor anyone else." How to reach Scott: https://gscottg...

Ep 47 Shit2TalkAbout: We Are All Human

JP Discusses His Coming out Journey and the bullying and harassment he received for being his true self. He discussed Gay Men sometimes crossing the line in friendships with women and how he supports his women friends. JP Addresses how to stay safe when coming out and the importance of allies. How to Reach JP Babes: IG: instagram.com/jprobberts/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@jprobberts Twitter: twitter.com/jprobberts Follow us on socials @shit2talkabout To subscribe, rate, and donate: http...

S1 E47 Shit2TalkAbout We Are All Human with JP Robberts

JP Robberts, a content creator and social media influencer, discussing his experiences with bullying over his sexuality, his education in Namibia, and his journey as a gay individual, including his coming-out story. He transitioned from runway modeling to online influencing, driven by personal values and overcoming industry rejections. JP talks about his long-term relationship, promotional work, and advocacy for genuine allyship in the LGBTQ+ community, with plans to share his experiences i...

Ep 46 Shit2TalkAbout: Choosing Your Gender

As humans, we try to fit one another in boxes to understand what's going on. What if that doesn't work? What if, the boxes don't fit you? This week, Konnor the Kween talks about "Choosing my own gender and making my story my own." How to Reach Konnor: IG: instagram.com/konnorthekween Follow us on socials @shit2talkabout To subscribe, rate, and donate: https://linktr.ee/shit2talkabout #LGBTQ #lgbtqia #Pride #pridemonth #LGBT #premiere #loveislove

S1 E46 Shit2TalkAbout Choosing Your Gender with Konnor; the kween

Konnor discussing their journey in understanding and expressing their gender identity. Konnor emphasizes the importance of authenticity and self-expression over traditional gender norms, sharing experiences from their upbringing in conservative Mississippi, undergoing conversion therapy, and the role of theater in their self-acceptance. They advocate for respect and support for diverse gender identities and the significance of embracing one's individuality. "Choosing my own gender and m...

Ep 45 Shit2TalkAbout: Gay & Proud

Tiffany, our Social Media Guru, joins us today and discusses how she identifies and stereotypes LGBTQ+ have in the community. She gives us her life story and how she learned she was a lesbian. Allies have some advice to learn in this video on being supportive. We loved talking with her and hope you love this video.

S1 E44 Shit2TalkAbout Pride Vibrations with VIBEbrations

Pynk Panther & Canade centers on their experiences as gay black men, emphasizing self-acceptance and the significance of language in gender identity. The duo discusses their project "VIBErations" and Pynk Panther's "Age of Aquarius," along with themes of authenticity, societal pressures, and allyship during Pride Month, How to Reach VIBEbrations: https://linktr.ee/vibebrations  https://instagram.com/vibebrations_2 https://instagram.com/pynkpanther https://instagram.com/iamcanade ...

Ep 44 Shit2TalkAbout: Pride Vibrations

Join us for a launching PRIDE MONTH. A deep dive into the incredible music group VIBEbrations and how to show up authentically for yourself and others.  How to Reach VIBEbrations: https://linktr.ee/vibebrations    https://instagram.com/vibebrations_2?igshid=NDA1YzNhOGU=   https://instagram.com/pynkpanther7?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= https://instagram.com/iamcanade?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow us on socials @shit2talkabout To subscribe, rate, and donate: https://linktr.ee/shit2talkabout...

S1 E43 Shit2TalkAbout Moving Abroad & Sex Tech with Monitrice Lashé

Monitrice Lashé discussing her experience moving to England for higher education, which broadened her global perspective. She talks about overcoming challenges, earning three degrees, and her involvement in the tech industry, focusing on promoting diversity. Monitrice also shares her coming-out journey and the importance of supportive social networks, underscoring the value of personal growth and self-acceptance About Monitrice: IG: monitricelashe ✨ Find out more about Sh!t You Don't ...

Ep 43 Shit2TalkAbout: Moving Abroad & Sex Tech

Monitrice joins us to talk about her experience leaving the US for London and how her life has improved since. Also, she explains Sex Tech to us and how she discovered it. How to Reach Monitrice: IG: monitricelashe Follow us on socials @shit2talkabout To subscribe, rate, and donate: https://linktr.ee/shit2talkabout

Ep 42 Shit2TalkAbout: Moving Abroad & Sex Tech

Rina joins us to talk about conversation and communication.  How to Reach Rina: https://linktr.ee/rinajd Follow us on socials @shit2talkabout To subscribe, rate, and donate: https://linktr.ee/shit2talkabout

S1 E42 Shit2TalkAbout Conversation & Communication with Rina JD

Rina JD discussing effective communication in personal and professional settings, emphasizing techniques like active listening and empathy. The episode focuses on overcoming communication barriers due to different backgrounds, the importance of feedback for self-improvement, maintaining individuality in relationships, and supporting women against systemic sexism. It also highlights the role of compassion, acceptance, and appreciating individual differences in successful relationships. Abo...

Ep 42 Shit2TalkAbout: Conversation & Communication

Rina joins us to talk about conversation and communication.  How to Reach Rina: https://linktr.ee/rinajd Follow us on socials @shit2talkabout To subscribe, rate, and donate: https://linktr.ee/shit2talkabout