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Hysteria

Crooked Media

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Political commentator and comedy writer Erin Ryan and former White House Deputy Chief of Staff Alyssa Mastromonaco are joined by a bicoastal squad of funny, opinionated women to talk through everything from reproductive rights to romcoms. They break down the political news of the week, plus the topics, trends, and cultural stories that affect women’s lives.
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Women Without Kids is a special podcast series created from research interviews for my book of the same title, which will be published in spring 2023. The conversations here are with the authors, philosophers, healers, activists, anthropologists, and social scientists, whose work has helped me make sense of everything it means to be a "woman without kids" today—whatever our reasons for this.
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✴️ Do you ever wonder what childfree life REALLY looks and feels like? Sure there are the party days and good times of your 20s and 30s (which we both crushed btw) but what about when things start to "slow down" at 50? Is fun still a priority? Does the worry about the elder years increase or decrease? Does regret set in or fade into oblivion? Do friendships change? Is building community with new childfree friends possible? We are a happy childfree couple living in Austin, TX who are here to ...
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Welcome to the Call Her Daring podcast with Kelley Daring. On this show we’ll be getting radically honest about the female experience. Along with experts and storytellers, I am here to inform, unite and support women across the globe and in all walks of life. Join me and Call Her Daring anywhere you listen to podcasts, plus enjoy behind the scenes content on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Send a DM or leave a comment on a topic you would like me to cover, or just say hi. I am so excited to ...
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You are about to discover how to embrace your life as a childless woman who wanted to have a family and never could. This is where we combine mindset shifting tools with practical tips so you can break free of outdated societal norms that condition us all to believe that women without kids don’t measure up to the moms. This is where we take action on processing grief and accelerating the healing journey so you can feel free. When childless women awaken their self-worth, they transform from h ...
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The 51%

FRANCE 24 English

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A program about women who are reshaping our world. Join us every Friday at 4:15pm Paris time and check out our Facebook page: FRANCE24.51percent.
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Hi friend! If you are a woman who does not have kids by chance, not by choice, this message is for you. If you had an inner desire to be a mother but never came to reality, this show is for you. If you got married at a later stage in your life, or if you are single and you never had the chance to even try, this is for you. If you were a mama at some point and suffered a loss, this is for you too. And if you want to feel like you are a part of a community alongside other women who have walked ...
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Katie Couric is back on the mic with a new season of intimate, urgent and unexpected conversations – this time with a new twist. Along with her signature in-depth one-on-one interviews, she’ll be joined by a number of special guest-hosts for a series of “Katie Plus One” episodes. Together they’ll get to know some of the world’s most interesting and influential people and explore the big ideas percolating in the zeitgeist--but with a focus on slowing down, diving deep, and connecting with eac ...
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Imagine a place where you, a childfree human, don't have to explain your decisions or choices. Being a childfree human is powerful, meaningful, fully unapologetic, and all that is worth celebrating. This podcast is a breath of judgment-free air where all the things in this childfree life are shared and discussed. And oh … I am Raphie (she/her), your host. I am a wife, an entrepreneur, an occupational therapist, and a bird mom to name a few. Let's continue getting to know each other over on I ...
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I am a Fertility Survivor. The kind you enter into treatments hoping you will never be... childless. After several rounds of IUI and IVF, at some of the leading Fertility Centers, I was told I was no longer a candidate for fertility treatment. It left me asking myself... So now what? For the years that followed, I tried to put myself back together and tell myself I would be OK, but I wasn't. I was shattered - I felt alone and failed by the whole process and especially, my body. I yearned for ...
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Maybe Someday

Sarah Dobson

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Maybe Someday is a podcast about deciding whether to have a child in a culture that makes motherhood seem mandatory. Host Sarah Dobson speaks with guests about the personal and political dimensions of motherhood as she comes to terms with deciding not to have kids.
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To have or not have kids is one of the biggest decisions we make in our lives, and yet how many of us know that we even have a choice about how we define and create our families? Beyond Pronatalism host Nandita Bajaj interviews women and men from diverse backgrounds who are courageously and creatively navigating pronatalism - the powerful pressures to have children - whether from family, friends, or the culture at large. Through intimate conversations, they discuss how they are forging uncon ...
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Unclassified Woman

Michelle Marie McGrath - Intuitive Guide, Writer, Self-love Mentor

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Unclassified Woman offers an inspiring stream of conversation with women around the globe, who are building lives beyond society’s expectations. Part myth busting, part inspirational story sharing, Michelle Marie McGrath interviews amazing childless or childfree women, including authors, film-makers, activists, entrepreneurs, priestesses, leaders, speakers and creative mavens, who share their experiences and insights, while questioning the expectations of women everywhere. Michelle shares in ...
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Over 40 & Childfree

Nicole Cowen & Tracy McDonald

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Welcome to our podcast, where the only thing hotter than our topics is our community of badass, childfree women over 40! If you're tired of feeling like you're the only one who hasn't settled down with a brood of screaming children, then you've come to the right place. We'll be discussing everything from life and love to hot topics related to being over 40 and childfree. Need some advice on how to deal with your well-meaning friends who keep setting you up on disastrous blind dates? We've go ...
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As Told By Childless Women with Jobi Tyson, shatters the often sidelined topic of female childlessness. Each weekly episode will be a thought provoking, curiosity-fueled one-on-one interview with a childless woman featuring defined terms and tackles a range of reasons that lead to childlessness by sharing real stories and stigmas of female childlessness and womanhood. Watch these interviews at www.AsToldByChildlessWomen.com
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Brazen is a weekly podcast that aims to help ambitious women question societal norms and make deliberate choices that support their success and fulfillment. Each episode will cover topics that will help you break free from the mindsets, thoughts, and behaviors holding you back in life and business and embrace your main character energy. The podcast also brings Calley and Valerie's unique perspectives to the table. Calley is a nurse practitioner, a mother, and runs a business with her husband ...
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Ladies Like Us

Linda Leising

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Who decides what a complete life looks like and how do we decide? Ladies Like Us is an exploration of the energy of Motherhood and what becomes of it when you don’t have a child. For the motherhood curious, childless, childfree, ambivalent or a self-defined mother of any kind. The mission of this podcast is to shift the paradigm of female experience away from binary poles of Motherhood and Otherhood and into an inclusive model reflecting the spectrum of experiences lived by real women- livin ...
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A podcast for women (and even men) with an honest voice about the realities of living without children. It is my mission to provide a platform for this global group, to create a supportive environment & community for the Childless and Childfree to share our stories and experiences.(un)Ripe is a vibrant, supportive community hosted by me, Jo Vraca. Each fortnight, I speak with women and men, counsellors, spinsters, hypnotherapists, journalists, authors, women who are in the middle of grief, o ...
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Jade Chiron explores the stories of women who have shown bravery & courage through times of love, loss, trail-blazing & triumph. In a world where there has never been a better time to use your power for good, Brave Girl podcast reminds women of the potential they have to stay courageous in the face of adversity. From relationships to illness, sex to business, if you have a brave story, it is welcome here.
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Support is Sexy

Elayne Fluker: Executive Coach, Author, Speaker

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With more than one million downloads and listeners around the world, the Support is Sexy podcast features inspiring conversations with over 500 diverse women leaders around the world who share how they started, when they struggled and how support played a role in their success. Join host Elayne Fluker -- a top executive coach for high-performing women and author of the book, Get Over "I Got It" (HarperCollins) -- as she facilitates dynamic conversations that will support you along YOUR journ ...
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Date Better

Yolanda Russell

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Hey Bestie! Welcome to the Date Better podcast. This a podcast for women ready to raise their standards, become the best version of themselves and stop settling in dating and relationships. Join me for dating tips and advice to level up your relationships. Hosted by Yolanda Russell, former ICU RN, on a mission to help women embrace living a life that is real, raw, and FREE AF. (Formerly Break Up Glow Up)
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People have been opting out of parenthood for a long time, yet being childfree still feels taboo. This podcast is devoted to sharing the stories of the childfree and breaking the stigma. As a life coach, I am passionate about helping women feel empowered and confident in their decision not to have kids. I'll share stories, tips, and ideas to help you live your best childfree life. You can connect with me on Instagram: @coachannaolson (https://www.instagram.com/coachannaolson/) Join our priva ...
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The Happy Vagina with host Mika Simmons is a podcast dedicated to celebrating those who have made a difference in women’s health, equality and relationships. Each week we chat to an inspiring human being as they explore the experiences that completely changed their outlook - promising not only to educate but also entertain and enlighten. Season 5 launched in August 2022 with the phenomenal Kate Walsh, Jennifer Grey, Caterina Scorsone, Salma El-Wardany, Judy Joo, Nell Hudson, Amanda Abbington ...
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Still Worthy

Sonjia "Lioness" Mackey

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Welcome to the Still Worthy podcast! The safe and empowering haven for people like you and me – single, childfree women looking to embrace our unique path; celebrate our freedom and independence; and live our best, happiest, most fearless, fulfilling, and kick-ass life! This isn’t just a podcast; it’s a sisterhood; a circle of strength, unity, and support; and a celebration of women living on their own terms. For my sisters desiring to strut in their singlehood and live that fabulous, childf ...
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Welcome to the Ex Good Girl Podcast! I’m Sara Bybee Fisk, the Stop People Pleasing Coach. If you feel exhausted from constant people pleasing and perfectionism, and you are ready to stop but you don’t know how, this podcast is for YOU! I will help you learn to stop making other people comfortable at your own expense. I can show you a roadmap you can use to train yourself to stop abandoning your own desires and let go of the fear of what others will think. If you are ready to stop pretending ...
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Sparkle Mind

Sabrina Nabila

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Sparkle Mind is a podcast channel owned by Sabrina Nabila. With hope as the expression platform of thoughts, ideas, narrations, experiences, and opinions. The podcast topics come from various things based on personal journals and all things about pop culture and art, whether movies, TV series, music, or any other medium. Sparkle Mind is available on six different platforms that can be accessed freely as well as Anchor.
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Crystal Ball, Clarity of it all podcast is all about gaining clarity, fostering self-discovery, and finding purpose. Each episode delves into different aspects of personal growth, such as understanding your values, setting goals, and taking control of your life. Our guests will share their personal stories and provide insights on how they have improved their mental health, found clarity and live a life they choose. Join us on this journey of self-discovery and learn how to live a more fulfil ...
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Inspire people. Support each others' growth. Create a meaningful life. Does this mission reflect your values? Welcome to the community! What is WHYLD about? Bringing together friends and strangers for conversations on topics that expand their horizons. Fostering the exchange of thoughts between people of diverse walks of life. Giving extraordinary people „from next door“ a voice to share their stories. Celebrating people’s authentic life choices. Why? So that YOU feel inspired to step into Y ...
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the second episode of my special series on Unconventional Choices. I am so grateful to my guests, Carla Moats and Paige Dempsey, for sharing their journeys to parenthood. In a society that often scrutinizes solo parents, Carla and Paige exemplify courage in making a choice that aligns with their values—the choice …
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Born and raised in densely-populated Hong Kong and having lived in different parts of the world, Vincie was always deeply concerned about the poor plight of children. She talks about wrestling with traditional family norms and gender roles within Asian culture and arriving at a more liberated decision to not have biological children. Today, Vincie …
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Welcome to this week's episode of The "So Now What?" Podcast! In this episode, we're diving into a subject that many women who are childless after infertility can relate to—managing emotions during back-to-school season when you weren’t able to have kids. This time of year can bring a mix of emotions—sadness, frustration, comparison, and even a dee…
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Text us your thoughts on this episode! In this compelling episode of Call Her Daring with host Kelley Daring, we delve into the 4B movement—a radical feminist movement originating in South Korea that is reshaping how women view relationships and societal expectations. The 4B movement rejects traditional gender roles by renouncing dating men, marria…
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In today's episode, we chat with Melissa Jones who along with her husband Erik, decided to embrace a child-free life after six years of struggling with infertility. Their journey included a traumatic medical experience where Erik faced a life-threatening situation due to an infertility-related surgery. Melissa continues to actively support the chil…
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In this episode, Kiki catches up with Jessie and Eleni from ANKOR at Reload Festival in Sulingen, Germany. They discuss the band's early morning set, overcoming technical difficulties, the importance of safe and respectful show environments for women, and the impact of social media on their music. They also touch on ANKOR's recent shows, including …
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Author, activist, and educator Rachel Cargle, talks about choosing to be childfree as a reflection of the kind of life she wants to live. In the episode we discuss: -How Rachel’s early childhood influences helped expand her vision for her life path -How her mother’s disability made her even more determined to go after what she wanted for herself -T…
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In news: Trump’s counterprogramming to the Democratic National Convention is a bust, and abortion’s rebrand to “reproductive freedom” is genius. Then, Michigan Sen. Mallory McMorrow and Julissa Arce join to discuss the party that is the DNC, from Chicago and the couch. Finally, Sani-Petty (JK Rowling has finally shut up, and white women can’t read …
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This episode is presented by Midi Health, a virtual care clinic dedicated to providing expert menopause and perimenopause care to women in midlife. Dr. Sanjay Gupta is a neuroscientist and in addition to his on-air work and a daily podcast (Coronavirus: Fact vs Fiction), Sanjay also found the time to write a book called “Keep Sharp: Building a Bett…
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Katie (a total Deborah) is joined by KCM producer Adriana Fazio (Katie’s Ava) to chat with the creative team behind the acclaimed show "Hacks"—Lucia Aniello, Jen Statsky, and Paul W. Downs. The trio opens up about how their own path to comedy writing, including their love for classic TV like "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" and time spent waiting tables…
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Send us a Text Message. I’m thrilled to kick off my “Unconventional Choices” series with an incredible lineup of guests and fellow coaches—Amber Taylor, Pauline Yan, Melissa G. Wirt, and Dr. Susie Castellanos Hansley—all of whom have chosen to remain child-free. Together, we challenge societal norms and our “good-girl” programming as we discuss the…
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Welcome and Personal Update Vacation Preparation: Lana discusses the anxiety she felt as she prepared for her first vacation since leaving her corporate job, and how this trip is a significant change from her previous work-focused vacations. Upcoming Free Coaching Class Free Webinar Announcement: Lana is hosting a free coaching class on September 1…
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Brita's story is a raw and honest exploration of one of the most challenging scenarios in relationships: the discovery that one partner wants a child, and the other doesn't. She and her ex-husband started their romance young, with the societal script of "happily ever after plus baby" playing in the background. But as time went on, that traditional …
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Today's conversation with Civilla is about her journey of trying to have a child as a single woman, specifically through adoption. This later led to her passion for providing a voice to the childless community, not by choice, through her podcast for about nine years now. Civilla is an Author, Blogger, and founder of the Childless not by Choice podc…
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Kiki and Pia delve into the intricate topic of motherhood through a feminist lens, particularly within the metal community. This episode offers a rich discussion on societal expectations, personal choices, and the evolving definitions of family and parenting. Kiki, who identifies as childfree by choice, and Pia, a mother of two, provide contrasting…
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Text us your thoughts on this episode! In this thought-provoking episode of the Call Her Daring Podcast with host Kelley Daring, we delve into the controversial world of Tradwives. We examine the tradwife lifestyle through three critical lenses: the performance aspect of tradwives running social media as businesses, the influence of fundamentalist …
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Send me a text and tell me what you're struggling with the most! This might be one of the most "triggering" remarks that parents make to people who don't have kids. If you wanted kids, you sure don't feel very lucky, right? In fact, you might feel pretty unlucky. Have you had this scenario come up before? I have and I'm going to walk through the st…
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Erin Ryan is BACK from maternity leave! She and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk about American Dad Tim Walz, creep JD Vance (and his drag history), and how Trump’s relevance is getting drowned out by Democrats’ joy. Then, Lt. Gov. of Minnesota Peggy Flanagan joins to discuss midwestern vibes, her longtime political relationship with the new Democratic VP …
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This episode is presented by Midi Health, a virtual care clinic dedicated to providing expert menopause and perimenopause care to women in midlife. On this episode, Katie explores the subject of happiness. Because as a culture, we seem to be obsessed with achieving it. Just look to higher ed. Some of the most elite universities tout courses on happ…
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Send us a Text Message. I am so grateful for my conversation with this week’s guest, Colleen Kachmann, where we tackle an important and often tricky topic: drinking. Tune in as we explore how drinking is tied to perfectionism and people pleasing and how, thanks to her own journey, Colleen is helping women rise above it. Colleen is a Certified Maste…
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Born and raised in Haiti, and now living in the US, Lili shares her story about her pronatalist upbringing in which having large families was the norm. After many years of dreading motherhood, she learned about the choice to not have children. Today, Lili is happily childfree and is using her spare time and resources to support others in her family…
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Introduction Welcome back, gorgeous! By the time you listen to this, I’ll be in Turek, Poland, celebrating a family wedding. As excited as I am about this trip, I want to share something equally important with you—how to let go of the disappointment that often follows unsuccessful IVF and infertility treatments. If you’re struggling with feelings o…
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Text us your thoughts on this episode! Host Kelley Daring interviews Orna Donath, who conducted a study on women who regret becoming mothers and wrote a book about it (Regretting Motherhood). Orna was inspired by her previous study on Jewish Israeli women and men who don't want to be parents and the idea of women being promised that they will regre…
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In this heartfelt conversation, Lisa shares her journey of living child-free after infertility, revealing the challenges and emotional toll of miscarriages and failed fertility treatments. She discusses her powerful transition from self-blame to self-validation, the significance of sharing one’s story, and finding joy beyond motherhood. Drawing fro…
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In an episode that has been long time in the making, Kiki and Pia discuss ways in which we can identify and rethink the patriarchal structures around us in the life as Metalheads and dismantle them to make the world a better, fairer place. The goal of Feminism is to have equanimity as a society so that everyone can live free of discrimination. Do y…
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Send me a text and tell me what you're struggling with the most! So many childless and childfree women hate this question. A simple "no" answer often leads to awkward silences or the other party trying to back track or fill the space. But what if you could answer this question with ease and grace and both you and the person asking the question coul…
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Samantha Bee is back to co-host with Alyssa one last time! They discuss Tim Walz joining the Harris 2024 campaign, Usha Vance’s response to her husband JD’s “childless cat lady” comment, and more in news. Then, in Sani-Petty, Sam and Alyssa ponder RFK Jr.’s dead bear in Central Park (the brain worm is real). Finally, Alyssa interviews epic down-the…
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This episode is presented by Midi Health, a virtual care clinic dedicated to providing expert menopause and perimenopause care to women in midlife. There have been some scary headlines going around about the climbing rates of alcohol use, particularly among women, during the pandemic. One study found that heavy drinking among women increased 41 per…
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Send us a Text Message. With everything happening in our world right now, especially politically here in the United States, we need to talk about the female double blind–the impossible double standards to which women are held that create no-win situations for us. So many examples of this show up in our everyday lives and are perpetuated by the medi…
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Hey there, lovely listeners! Did you know I have a YouTube channel? Yes, I do! You can watch the video version of this podcast, including some fun outtakes, on my YouTube channel at Lana Manikowski on YouTube. This week, I want to share something that hit me deeply: the parallels between the journey of Olympic athletes and women who undergo fertili…
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Text us your thoughts on this episode! Join regretful mom "Jennifer" (who has chosen to remain anonymous), a mother of five, as she shares her experience of motherhood and the feelings of regret she has encountered along the way. She discusses how her perspective on motherhood shifted from a negative view to excitement when she saw the heartbeats o…
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Today's episode is our first couple's edition, my first episode with my husband Victor Guss...and he did not disappoint! Stemming from something a family member said regarding our "by chance" choice, I had the intention of having a conversation with him on this podcast so we could illuminate the husband's or male partner's insight and perspective r…
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Join us for part two of the recap of our our unforgettable experiences at Tuska Festival in Helsinki! Again, we delve into the behind-the-scenes of making the TUSKA FORÜM by Bleeding Metal, including interviews with Jennifer Haben from BEYOND THE BLACK and the members of BURY TOMORROW. We also hope you enjoy our weird tangents, hot takes, and rants…
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Katie sits down with House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi for this special Next Question bonus episode. It’s an intimate, urgent conversation that leaves no issue off the table – from her thoughts on President Biden’s decision to end his campaign and what she believes Vice President Kamala Harris must do to win in November to the increasingly bitter …
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Send me a text and tell me what you're struggling with the most! If you are anything like me, you're probably tired of hearing about JD Vance and the comments he made publicly about childless women being miserable cat ladies and having no stake in America's future. I'm not even American, and yet angry reactions to this have been filling my feed the…
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Katie Couric joins Alyssa Mastromonaco on her podcast Hysteria for a chat about Kamala Harris fundraising (featuring white people on Zoom calls), the Veepstakes, and calling MAGA Republicans like JD Vance “weird.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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