We Should Talk About That
277 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 189 ratingsJoin host, Jessica Kidwell, as she attempts to unpack the uncomfortable topics that nobody is talking about, but definitely should. With intention to hold real, authentic, conversation about EVERYTHING, Jessica brings her humor and a healthy dose of self-deprecation to the table as she invites a weekly guest to unpack issues relating to parenthood, grief, imposter syndrome, body image, middle age, the plight of the working mom and more.
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We Should Talk About Women's Voices
April 15, 2024 09:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBDid you know that the six most common complaints about the sound of a women's voice are: Their voice is too high They sound like children They don't sound authoritative enough They have vocal fry They use too much upspeak Their voice is too low For a woman who wants to speak up publicly, it can start to feel like we are damned if we do, and damned if we don't. This week I had the opportunity to talk to Christine Adam, an international voice, accent and communication skills coach, ...
We Should Talk About Free and Fair Elections With Tate Fall, Director of Elections for Cobb County Georgia
April 08, 2024 09:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBI am a proud voting American. From local, national, primary, or general, I never miss my opportunity to participate in my civic duty and cherished right to vote. I love the process of going to my polling precinct and casting my ballot. I slap that sticker on my chest and walk around all day with pride, knowing that instead of choosing to do nothing, I chose to vote. And I believe, that my vote is counted. It may not win, but it is always counted. But I am aware that I may be in the min...
We Should Talk About Tik Tok with Pamela Wurst Vetrini
April 01, 2024 14:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBWe should talk about Tik Tok. As a Gen X-er, I cling to my Facebook and I feel fancy that I consistently use Instagram. But if I'm being honest, I know that this makes me basically an elderly user of social media apps. YouTube and Tik Tok are the social media apps where Gen Z and Gen Alpha are spending the majority of their time. So, what's an "Insta-Grandma" to do to try and stay au courant on the trends? Enter my guest, Pamela Wurst Vetrini. Pamela is a content creator, content curato...
WeSTAT Pop Culture
March 18, 2024 09:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBJoin Jessica and her pop culture guest of the week, Joey Klei, as they discuss the pop culture topics that are front of mind for them. Where is Princess Catherine? ***Big correction!! Jessica says MULTIPLE times that the timeline starts 12/23/23, but it really was 12/28/23. In her excitement, she got the date wrong, a lot. This is why she is not running for President. Joey reviews the Apple Vision Pro glasses We should talk about the Oscars Do YOU want to be a part of the next pop cul...
We Should Talk About Gender Diversity and God with Jamie Bruesehoff
March 11, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MB"If we understand there is a biblical basis, there is a theological basis for understanding that transgender people and gender expansive people are created in the image of God - just like all people- then it makes it easier to .... understand we don't have to choose between our faith and the people we love." Jamie Bruesehoff is an award-winning LGBTQ+ advocate, nationally known speaker, and mother of three, including a transgender child. She also has a master's degree from The Lutheran Th...
Chelsey Goodan On How We Consistently Underestimate Teenage Girls
March 04, 2024 10:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MB“I’ve personally witnessed how Chelsey changes the lives of teenage girls for the better. This book is exactly what we all need right now, for our families and for our future voices in the world." —Laura Dern, Academy Award-winning actress and New York Times bestselling author of Honey, Baby, Mine Teenage girls have a lot of assumptions made about them, and they’re not very positive. Things like, they’re dramatic, they’re mean, they’re overly emotional, and they don’t know really know wha...
We Should Talk About Vern Kidwell
February 12, 2024 10:00 - 13 minutes - 9.11 MBWe Should Talk About That is going on a break for a couple of weeks for a little refresh and re-tooling. But before I go, I want to take a minute to honor a man who has meant so very much to me, my father in law, Vernard Charles Kidwell, Jr. Vern passed away February 4th, 2024 at the ripe age of 98 and I am just back from a weekend of honoring him and his incredible life. A WWII veteran and celebrated jazz trumpet player, Vern lived many chapters and I wanted to do my small part in honor...
Jess Buchanan and Her Latest Anthology, Deserts to Mountaintops: Choosing Our Healing Through Radical Self Acceptance
February 05, 2024 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBThis week I welcome Jess Buchanan back on the show to talk about the release of her second anthology series, Deserts to Mountaintops: Choosing Our Healing Through Radical Self Acceptance. It was so great to catch up on what's been happening in her world and to discuss this project. In this episode: Find out why this topic was chosen for the anthology series Hear the process of putting an anthology project together with 18 other authors Talk about the fear that keeps women from telling...
Michelle Horton, author of, "Dear Sister: A Memoir of Secrets, Survival, and Unbreakable Bonds"
January 29, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBIn September 2017, after years of physical abuse and sexual torture, Nicole "Nikki" Addimando fatally shot her abusive partner in self-defense. And in February 2020, Nicole was sentenced to 19 years to life in prison for killing the perpetrator of her abuse, where she became part of the 97% of women in prison nationwide who have experienced physical or sexual abuse. Long time listeners of WeSTAT know that I have been personally following this case very closely. In 2021, I had the opportun...
Expert Advice: Using Cannabis to Find Menopause Relief
January 08, 2024 10:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBWhen women have good information, they make good choices. - Dr. Lauren Streicher Discover the surprising benefits of cannabis for menopause symptoms and beyond. Listen in as Ellen Scanlon shares her insights on using CBD and THC to alleviate pain, improve sleep, and support overall well-being. But what happens when the legal market for cannabis doesn't provide the support women need? Tune in to find out. In this episode, you will be able to: Discover how cannabis benefits menopause sympto...
Shifting the Conversation: The Role Men Play in Gender Equity with Kori Reed
December 18, 2023 10:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBThe business case for diversity is so strong, and unless we create a safe space for everyone to have a conversation, we can't move it forward. - Kori Reed Uncover the silent majority's role in gender equity as Kori Reed challenges men in the workplace to understand, support, and engage in the conversation. In this episode, you will be able to: Explore men's perspectives on gender equity for a fresh understanding of workplace dynamics. Understand the difference between equality and equity...
The Defenders: Highlighting Reproductive Rights in a Post Roe World with Gloria Riviera
December 11, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBIf you are in medical school in this country right now, it can be challenging to choose to be trained to provide safe abortions. It's scary out there. The laws are confusing. The medical profession is vast. Why choose abortion care? And I would just say anyone who has made that choice and who is seeking out a seasoned doctor who's done these procedures for longer than I've been alive to learn their craft, those are the heroes that we need more of. - Gloria Riviera If you're feeling frustrat...
We Should Talk About My 1st Guest Co-host, Gopi Pillai!
December 04, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBNormalizing conversations about our bodies and sexuality can lead to healthier relationships and a sense of empowerment. - Gopi Pillai I am thrilled to have Gopi Pillai join me this week as WeSTAT's very first guest co-host! And together, we are wondering, are you aware of how your body moves and holds itself? Join us as we dive into the importance of body awareness and why we should definitely be talking about our vaginas a lot more. We also cover a seldom-discussed topic: vaginismus in ...
Strength Training 101: How to Start and Succeed with Alyssa Ages
November 27, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBHave you ever doubted your own physical abilities? Believed that you were simply not cut out for sports or fitness? Well, let me share a story that will challenge your perceptions. Meet Alyssa, a woman who thought she lacked natural athletic talent, only to discover an unexpected twist that changed her life forever. This twist led her down a path of self-discovery, strength training, and ultimately, the realization that our bodies are capable of so much more than we could ever imagine. Curio...
Understanding Autism: A Teenager's Journey Towards Embracing Neurodivergence
November 20, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBHappy Thanksgiving! This week I'm doing a cross promotion with my other podcast, Neuroversity and featuring a very special episode. Join me as I have a conversation with the most important autistic voice you will ever hear on this podcast, my daughter Grace. This is not an inspirational story. This is not a sad story. This is Grace's story. How she remembers finding out she's autistic. How she sees herself as a neurodivergent teenager. How she feels about this podcast, and wha...
How Teens Are Falling Victim to Financial Sextortion
November 13, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MB***This episode briefly discusses suicide. If you or anyone you know needs support, Help is available 24 hours a day at the suicide and crisis lifeline by dialing 988 https://988lifeline.org/ Join journalist and professor Chris Moody as he shares his alarming findings on sextortion scams that are victimizing thousands of teenage boys. Chris does an exceptional job illuminating the grim reality of these scams, the platforms they're most prevalent on, and how governments are responding. Mos...
Asa Merritt: Breaking the Silence on Suicide and the Making of "Six Sermons"
November 06, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBThis episode of We Should Talk About That focuses on an important but difficult topic - suicide prevention and awareness. ***Help is available 24 hours a day at the suicide and crisis lifeline by dialing 988 https://988lifeline.org/ Jessica Kidwell interviews writer ASA Merritt about his audio fiction story, "Six Sermons", which explores a church community's response to their pastor's suicide. They have a thoughtful discussion about the complex reasons behind suicide, the desire to make...
Exploring Anti-Aging Options with Dr. Carolyn Chang
October 30, 2023 09:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBWould you like to age gracefully and understand the influences that societal judgment and cultural pressures have on beauty and cosmetics? In this episode of "We Should Talk About That," host Jessica Kidwell engages in a conversation about anti-aging and aging gracefully with Dr. Carolyn Chang, an aesthetic plastic surgeon and vice chairman of plastic surgery at California Pacific Medical Center. Dr. Chang shares her expertise and educates listeners on fighting the natural signs of aging w...
Author Ana Homayoun on her Latest Book, "Erasing the Finish Line: The New Blueprint for Success Beyond Grades and College Admission"
October 23, 2023 09:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBFeeling overwhelmed at the prospect of preparing your children for college applications? Join me and my guest, early career development expert Ana Homayoun, as we navigate this daunting journey. I share my own struggle with the pressure, and Ana provides me with invaluable insight and perspective on the fallacy of "finish lines". With Ana's guidance, we explore the importance of executive functioning skills, systems, connections, perspective, and acceptance in shaping our definition. It'...
How to be more like Abe Lincoln, with Jonathan Shapiro
October 16, 2023 09:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBThe key to living a legendary life is to strive to be more like Abe Lincoln. At least, that is what my guest this week, Jonathan Shapiro, says is the key. Join us for a conversation about the principles of the great Abraham Lincoln, and how following seven steps can help us all lead a more extraordinary life. We talk about stoicism, storytelling, humor, river raft rides, the heart of American culture, and the importance of love. All of which lead us to look at how Abraham Lincoln, perh...
A Critical Conversation on Campus Sexual Assault and Recovery
October 09, 2023 09:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MBDid you know: 1 in 5 women will be sexually assaulted while in college or graduate school 6% of men will be sexually assaulted while in college or graduate school 90% of sexual assaults on college campuses go unreported. More than 50% of college sexual assaults occur in either August, September, October, or November. This is called the "Red Zone" In the latest episode, I have a deeply personal and tough discussion with my brave guest, Anne, who unveils her own experience of sexual ass...
Turning Climate Fear into Action with Anya Kamenetz
October 02, 2023 09:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBDo you ever feel overwhelmed by the subject of climate change? Jessica does. With weather events and natural disasters getting more severe and seeming to creep closer and closer to her own backyard, Jessica feels overwhelmed, to the point of paralysis, by what one person could possibly do to effect change. Enter Anya Kamenetz, who writes the newsletter The Golden Hour about thriving, and raising thriving kids, on a changing planet. She covered education for many years including for NPR...
Embracing Evolution: The Start of Season Five
September 25, 2023 09:00 - 13 minutes - 8.98 MBJoin Jessica Kidwell as she embraces the messy, exciting, and continuous process of growth in the new season of "We Should Talk About That". She'll be sharing her own experiences and thoughts on starting this fresh chapter, her comfort in the transitional phases, and her intrigue with evolution - a process that beautifully mirrors the metamorphosis of the podcast, our lives, and the world at large. Here's a promise - this podcast is going to be interactive! The latter half of the episode is...
We Should Talk About What's Next
July 10, 2023 09:00 - 4 minutes - 2.78 MBIt's been a couple weeks since WeSTAT said "goodbye" to Jess Buchanan so Jessica Kidwell thought it might be time to talk about what could be next for We Should Talk About That. Bottom line up front: She needs YOU! You can be an integral part of shaping what's next for WeSTAT, so listen in and see how you can help! Support the show Keep up with all things WeSTAT on any (or ALL) of the social feeds: Instagram Threads : westatpod Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Have a topic or want to stay in ...
We Should Talk About Change, The Natural Evolution of Endings and Saying Goodbye to JessB
June 26, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBWhen Jess and Jess started this podcast in January 2020, there were a lot of unknowns. They had no idea how the podcast world would receive them, they had no idea that a global pandemic would shut down their studio recordings and they would have to learn how to podcast remotely, they had no idea how many interesting people they would get to interview, and they had no idea how long WeSTAT would go on. As this episode brings Season Four to a close, it also brings Jess B's part as a co-host t...
We Should Talk About Change, The Natural Evolution of Endings and Saying Goodbye
June 26, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBWhen Jess and Jess started this podcast in January 2020, there were a lot of unknowns. They had no idea how the podcast world would receive them, they had no idea that a global pandemic would shut down their studio recordings and they would have to learn how to podcast remotely, they had no idea how many interesting people they would get to interview, and they had no idea how long WeSTAT would go on. As this episode brings Season Four to a close, it also brings Jess B's part as a co-host t...
We Should Talk About Father's Day!
June 19, 2023 07:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBJess and Jess have dedicated multiple episodes to the sacred tradition of Mother's Day, but what about the dads? A quick check in on what each of The Two Jess(es) are doing to celebrate the men in their lives! Support the show Keep up with all things WeSTAT on any (or ALL) of the social feeds: Instagram Threads : westatpod Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Have a topic or want to stay in touch via e-mail on all upcoming news? https://www.westatpod.com/ Help monetarily support the podcast by subs...
We Should Talk About The Five Conversations That Will Transform Your Love Life with Sexpert Couple Vanessa and Xander Marin
June 12, 2023 07:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBYou heard them first with Glennon and Abby, but NOW, Jess and Jess get a chance to sit down and chat all things S-E-X with the adorable and incredibly knowledgeable "sexpert couple" Vanessa and Xander Marin! The authors of SEX TALKS: The 5 Conversations That Will Transform Your Love Life come on the show to talk about why it's so hard for couples to talk to each other about sex, and that most sex problems between couples usually boil down to something much less complicated than drive or com...
We Should Talk About Our Children's Privacy, the Internet, and Growing up in Public with Author, Devorah Heitner, PhD
June 05, 2023 07:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBFrom tiktok posts to pin locations, our kids every action is being monitored, recorded and available for the world to see. We employ apps to check their text messages and create fake social media accounts to see what they are doing and how they are doing it- our kids no longer have any privacy. For some of us, who are unwilling to give in to the social pressures of allowing our children to navigate these systems too early, we then have to deal with the impact of exclusion for our children in...
WeSTAT, Memorial Day, Patriotism and The Fight for America with President Obama's Speech Writer, Cody Keenan
May 29, 2023 07:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBJessK and JessB are taking the day off- but they do have a few reflections to share regarding patriotism, America, and the distinction between patriotism and politics. And this is just the intro! The rest of this episode shares a highlight interview with the incredibly intelligent and open, Cody Keenan who rose from a campaign intern in his hometown to become the chief speechwriter at the White House and Barack Obama’s post-presidential collaborator. We are sharing this conversation again, ...
We Should Talk About Those Buy Nothing Groups with Freelance Journalist Sonia Weiser
May 22, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBHow many of you out there are a member of the "Buy Nothing" groups? JessK has some experiences with the endeavor that she would like to discuss, and fortunately, she found freelance journalist, Sonia Weiser to have the conversation with! What ARE these groups for? Because, according to Sonia, they are more than just a friendly little group where you can offload your extra junk and feel good about helping out the planet. Why does the work of these groups inevitably fall on the shoulders of wo...
Hey Hun! We Should Talk About Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing with Author and Founder of Sober Mom Squad, Emily Lynn Paulson
May 15, 2023 07:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBWe've all been there- you see your Facebook messenger app light up and swipe up only to see a direct message from someone you haven't thought about since 5th grade...inevitably, it starts out "Hey Hun! I love seeing....." followed by a veiled question about your skincare routine, your weight loss goals, or hell, even your leggings! Emily Lynn Paulson is here to tell her own personal story as a "Hey Hunner" that quickly rose to the top of the pyramid- and she divulges all the mortifying truth...
We Should Talk About Medical Gaslighting with Author, Patient Advocacy Strategist and Influencer, Ilana Jacqueline
May 08, 2023 07:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBWhat IS medical gaslighting? Have you ever been forced to play "Doctor Hot Potato"? You know, when you go to your doctor and have a complaint about your body, but your doctor tells you its all in your head and passes you off to someone else? Yeah that. Or maybe you are being "comorted out of care"- assured there really IS nothing wrong (when there really is!) and before you know it you have been manipulated into gaslighting yourself. Ilana Jacqueline has been a victim of medical gaslightin...
We Should Talk About Hobbies. Do YOU Have Them and Why Are They Important?
May 01, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBJess K has big wonderings all the time, so it's no surprise that she wanted to go down the rabbit hole of hobbies, and why she doesn't have any. Jess B has some thoughts on hobbies and what she participates in on a regular basis in her free time. WeSTAT wants to know what hobbies you might have- leave us a comment on our Facebook page or our IG and let us know your thoughts on hobbies! Thanks to our sponsor: Lyssa Seward Support the show Keep up with all things WeSTAT on any (or ALL) of t...
We Should Talk About Late in Life Lesbians with The Period Whisperer, Bria Gadd
April 24, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBBria Gadd, AKA The Period Whisperer, has a theory. And that theory is based on her own experience of coming out to (and as) her true self, after being in a 17 year hetero marriage. Bria believes that among the hot flashes, the hormone fluctuations and mysterious weight gain, something also happens to peri-menopausal and menopausal women- they are no longer able and willing to deny who they are and what they want (or at least what they DON'T want) any longer. Bria believes there is a filter t...
We Should Talk About Human Design With The Unshakeable Entrepreneur, Nicole Laino
April 17, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBWhat if life came with a user manual? Turns out, maybe it does- and it's called Human Design! Nicole Laino, a peak performance coach and Human Design expert, breaks down the Human Design system and shows us how we can learn how we are intrinsically designed to best use our energy in our work, relationships and just life in general. Overall, Nicole explains to Jess and Jess, Human Design allows those who understand and apply the system, to fully accept themselves. An incredibly enlightening ...
We Should Talk About Ways to Navigate Your Spouse's Newfound Sobriety with Spark Discoverer and Life Coach, Dayna Del Val
April 10, 2023 13:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBThis episode is for those of you who are on the other side of sobriety- as in you do not necessarily have a problem with alcohol or addiction, but you are partnered with someone who is. Be it a personal relationship or a professional one, there is something in this conversation for those of you who are working through the muck of your own emotions in the aftermath of addiction, and need hope and strength to keep going. Discover Your Spark, a program designed by Dayna Del Val, is meant to he...
Is This Normal? A Conversation On Our Hormones, Sex Education and Keeping it Judgment Free with Dr. Jolene Brighten
April 03, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MBIn the United States, only 18 states provide medically accurate sex education, which leaves far too many of us in the dark about how our body works. In IS THIS NORMAL?, Dr. Brighten candidly shares what your sex-ed teacher should have said but didn’t. She answers all those “lady parts” questions you’ve always wondered but might not have felt comfortable asking, including topics as wide-ranging as the menstrual cycle, postpartum health, libido, acne, the orgasm gap, and vaginal discharges, an...
Gen X Women Navigating Their Aging Bodies Through Social Media with Pro-Aging Advocate, Skylar Liberty Rose
March 27, 2023 07:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBJess B bumped into Skylar Liberty Rose, a midlife coach for the introverted woman, on Instagram when she ran across her video calling out age and body shamers for their hypocrisy when Madonna was under fire for going back on tour well into her 60's. (https://www.instagram.com/p/CoFJ5rKP0Tn/) She immediately shared the video with JessK and here they are- and it is a GREAT conversation. Skylar has so much to offer her GenX sisters on the topic of anti-aging and body image as a women's empowerm...
We Should Talk About Why You Want to Lose Weight with Wellness Embodiment Coach and Nutritional Scientist, Rachel Katz
March 20, 2023 07:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBMiddle aged bodies, weight gain, self-loathing, weight loss, numbers on the scale, diets, embodiment, body self-talk, disordered eating....these are all just a few topics Jess and Jess discuss with nutritional scientist and wellness embodiment coach, Rachel Katz. WHY do we want to lose weight, when we decide to move in that direction, is something Rachel challenges Jess and Jess to examine during this conversation. Is it because we want to feel better and live longer? Or is it because we th...
We Should Talk About The Pain Gap: How Sexism and Racism in Healthcare Kill Women with Author, Anushay Hossain
March 13, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBWhen Anushay Hossain became pregnant in the US, she was so relieved. Growing up in Bangladesh in the 1980s, where the concept of women’s healthcare hardly existed, she understood how lucky she was to access the best in the world. But she couldn’t have been more wrong. Things started to go awry from the minute she stepped in the hospital, and after thirty hours of labor (two of which she spent pushing), Hossain’s epidural slipped. Her pain was so severe that she ran a fever of 104 degrees, an...
Advancing the Workforce and Women's Equality with Nest Founder, Rebecca van Bergen
March 06, 2023 08:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBIn celebration of Women's History Month, Jess and Jess sit down with founder, Rebecca van Bergen of Nest, which is a symbol of assurance letting consumers know that the items they shop, from fashion to furniture, have been ethically handcrafted in a home or small workshop. Through partnerships with companies like Target, West Elm, Patagonia, Eileen Fisher, Mara Hoffman, PVH, Dell, Nest is working to protect and uplift members of the global handworker economy. Rebecca's non-profit partners ...
We Should Talk About Women's Obsession with True Crime with Podcaster and Author, Andrea Dunlop, and Why She Reports on Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy
February 27, 2023 08:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MBThey have talked about it before, and they are bringing it up again. Jess and Jess pellet podcast host of Nobody Should Believe Me and author of Women are the Fiercest Creatures about her experiences reporting on Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy, and how it relates to her on a personal level. In this episode, Andrea shares her experience with her estranged sister who is suspected to have been diagnosed with Munchausen by Proxy, and how that painful experience for her family, led her to explore...
We Should Talk About Why More Women Are Having Affairs with "She Wants More" Podcast Host, Jo Piazza
February 20, 2023 09:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBAre more women having extamarital affairs? Or are more women just willing to talk about them? Jo Piazza, acclaimed author and podcast host wondered, and so she recorded eight episodes with women who anonymously recount their experiences around their own affairs. This one is rollercoaster of judgments. The Two Jess(es) start off feeling a bit differently than where they land, after talking with Jo. Why do women have affairs? And why do they decide to stay in their marriages? Why have men alw...
We Should Talk About Women and Their Money, Their Spending and Taking Charge of Their Investments with the Fiscal Firecrackers
February 13, 2023 08:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBLet's talk about your money! How much do you spend on Amazon?? JessB halfway divulges that Alexa outed her Amazon yearly total spending during dinner one night. And she nearly choked to death on the total. JessK has all sorts of questions about investing- and how to get started...and seriously, how do we make more money? This week's episode is chock full of fun and information from the co-hosts of the "Fiscal Firecrackers" a weekly podcast centered around female empowerment, promoting the fa...
Growing Through Betrayal: A Story of Coming Out, Co-Parenting, and Reclaiming Our True Identity with Podcast Co-Host "Husband In Law" Jessica Frew
February 06, 2023 08:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBPodcast co-host and betrayal coach, Jessica Frew, met her love in college, and they were married within a few months. Everything was easy breezy until two years into their wedded bliss, her husband came out as gay. They attempted valiantly to uphold their vows in a mixed orientation relationship, but it all came to a crescendo when Jessica learned her that her then husband had finally given in and had an affair with a man. This set them both off on a course they never thought they would tra...
How Humor Disarms and Creates Belonging with Standup Comedian, Yasmin Elhady
January 30, 2023 13:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBThis episode is FUN. Jess and Jess talk with Yasmin Elhady about what her life has been like as an Egyptian Libyan refugee growing up in Alabama. Yasmin was the recipient of much school bullying and used her interest in Saturday Night Live sketches to arm herself at school- and it worked! Yasmin shares candidly about her experiences on her childhood, white privilege, the overwhelm of motherhood, and how she works out what is happening in her life on stage as a stand up comedian. Meet Yasm...
Deserts to Mountaintops: Eleven Years of Freedom and the Journey to Finding Her Voice with Jess B
January 23, 2023 08:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBJanuary 25th marks the eleven year anniversary of Jess B's rescue from captivity (she was held hostage by Somali pirates for 93 days for a 45 million dollar ransom demand- check season 1, episode 2 for the full story!) and she is commemorating this very important anniversary with the publication of her first anthology Deserts to Mountaintops: Our Collective Journey to (re) Claiming Our Voice , also the first book from her publishing imprint Soul Speak Press. In this episode, Jess K inter...
We Should Talk About How Women Are Over Leaning In and What is Next for Them in the Workplace with Author, Melanie Ho
January 16, 2023 08:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBAs Sheryl Sandberg departs Meta many are re-examining the impact of her bestselling book Leaning In and how it fits into today's workplace. Jess and Jess sit down for a captivating conversation with author and speaker, Melanie Ho about her book and the concept of “leaning in” and the challenges that women face in the workplace. “Leaning in and acting more like men” ignores the stereotypical feminine traits needed for modern leadership, and leaves the workplace vulnerable overall, and shortc...
We Should Talk About Belonging: The Science of Creating Connection and Bridging Divides with Stanford Professor Geoffrey Cohen
January 09, 2023 08:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MBWhat does it really mean to belong? And why is it one of the most challenging topics of discussion and feeling to embody? In this episode, Jess and Jess sit down with Professor Geoffrey Cohen, and author of Belonging, for a raw conversation about their own experiences that have informed their understanding and shaped their expectations of belonging. Professor Cohen brings research and science to the conversation, and helps The Two Jess(es) understand that by putting themselves out their wit...