Best Michelle Kohn Podcasts (2024)

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From Nursing to Quantum Healing: A Journey of Compassion and Technology with Saghi Togashi 56:22

5M ago56:22

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In this episode of EmpowHER, host Michelle Hipskind sits down with Saghi Togashi, a quantum energy and Reiki energy facilitator. Saghi shares her journey from nursing to computer science to holistic healing. After experiencing challenges in the nursing field due to empathy overload, Saghi transitioned to computer science but always harbored a desir…

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Empowering Homeownership: Navigating Mortgages and Market Trends with Tina Bennett 29:54

7M ago29:54

29:54

In this episode featuring special guest Tina Bennett from Hallmark Home Mortgage, they delve into the intricacies of mortgage debt, discussing factors like interest rates, refinancing, and the importance of seeking guidance from a mortgage professional. Through an insightful conversation and practical advice, this episode empowers people to make in…

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What you Should Know About the Messy Middle of Life Limiting Illnesses 31:29

8M ago31:29

31:29

We live longer but our capacity is diminishing and in practical care giving it’s not always clear who is making the decisions from day-to-day. As a financial advisor, I work with clients everyday who live in the gray space with their loved ones. This is the messy middle, where caring for those who are perfectly capable one day but then slowly dimin…

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Strategies for Protecting Your Family with Medicaid Featuring Lindsay Koler 48:53

11M ago48:53

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This podcast episode discusses Medicaid planning and how it can be used as an asset protection tool rather than just a last resort. Lindsay Koler, an elder law attorney, explains how Medicaid assessments and proper planning can help couples protect their homes and retirement accounts. She emphasizes getting powers of attorney updated and doing Medi…

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Ensuring Your Pets are Cared For After You're Gone 3:17

11M ago3:17

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In this quick but packed full of information episode, Michelle discusses the importance of including plans for your pets in your estate planning. Many households now have companion animals, so it is crucial to consider what will happen to dogs, cats, or other pets if their owners become unable to care for them or pass away. Michelle recommennds spe…

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Understanding Hidden Nuggets within the SECURE Act 2:36

12M ago2:36

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We have a quick tactical nugget for you on this latest episode of the EmpowHER podcast. In this episode, Michelle Hipskind focuses on dissecting the changes brought about by the 2019 SECURE Act, with particular emphasis on the elimination of the "stretch IRA," which imposes a 10-year limit for withdrawals for those inheriting IRA accounts. However,…

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Empowering Young Women in Sports: Life Lessons from Softball with Erin Ehler 40:22

1y ago40:22

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Meet Erin (Rethlake) Ehler, head coach of the Huntington University Women’s Softball program. Listen in while she and Michelle talk about the challenges facing young women today and how we can empower them to be independent, confident and successful individuals. Erin speaks with experience having played college softball for a Division 1 program and…

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Financial Wisdom Across Generations: Lessons Learned and Regrets Avoided with Rickie Kohne and Laura Murray 30:41

1y ago30:41

30:41

In this episode we have an energetic conversation across two generations. Michelle is joined by mother and daughter Rickie Kohne and Laura Murray as they take a look into their personal experiences and insights on financial management. Laura and Rickie share the valuable lessons they learned from their parents, emphasizing the importance of living …

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How Much Do I Need to Retire 11:20

1y ago11:20

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Michelle Hipskind, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and overseer of the Empower Women's Financial Education Program, discusses the question, "How much do I need to retire?" She emphasizes why there is no one-size-fits-all answer and that it depends on factors such as what the retiree wants their retirement to look like, what they can control, and what …

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Unlocking the Mystery of Nonprofit Finances: Your Donations' Impact on Operations Uncovered with Carrie Minnich 52:09

1y ago52:09

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Carrie Minnich is a Partner at DWD CPAs & Advisors and is in-charge of the Nonprofit Services Team. She earned both a Bachelors degree in Financial Accounting (Cum laude) and a Master of Accountancy from Manchester College. Carrie has been with the firm since 2004 and has been a Director since 2017. She specializes in audits, reviews and compilatio…

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Inheriting Financial Relationships 8:39

1+ y ago8:39

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Inheriting Financial Relationships In this episode of the EmpowHER Podcast, Michelle Hipskind, a certified financial planner, discusses the phenomenon of women inheriting investment portfolios and being dissatisfied with their financial advisors. She notes that 70% of women who inherit responsibilities for an investment portfolio want to switch to …

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Navigating the Nightmare of Probate: Understanding Tax Law and Estate Planning with Heidi Adair 40:19

1+ y ago40:19

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Navigating the Nightmare of Probate: Understanding Tax Law and Estate Planning with Heidi Adair Heidi Adair is a partner at Beers Mallers whose legal practice is focused in the areas of Estate Planning and Elder Law. She is certified as an Estate Planning & Administration Specialist by the Indiana State Bar Estate Planning and Administration Specia…

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Humperdincks and Longshoremen 1:01:22

1+ y ago1:01:22

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E139 – We originally recorded this January 9th, but are finally putting it out now because it’s a fun talk full of funny stories. Weens finishes her last final exam this week, then we’ll be back doing “live” recordings again. Hope you like this episode! Now, will you write in and answer some questions? mouseandweens@gmail.com Here you go: Is Mouse …

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EmpowHER Podcast Trailer 1:46

1+ y ago1:46

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Mom Talks With Her Carter Brothers 2:10:07

1+ y ago2:10:07

2:10:07

E138 – Please enjoy this walk down memory lane between siblings, as mom Joyce Carter and her big brothers Randy and Bill Carter reminisce about summers in Texas, growing up on snowy Mount Shasta, and their teen years in the hot desert of Tucson. Family history and whether we have a Native American ancestor is discussed. And grandpa’s time in WWII a…

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Elon Musk, Viral Bananas, Hammy Mammagrammy 53:06

1+ y ago53:06

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E137 – We catch up over Christmas break while Joelle’s in Idaho & Julianne’s in San Diego editing our documentary. Hear about snowy plans, Poway bandits, Red Riders & Home Alone. We made this year’s https://www.AwkwardFamilyPhotos.com calendar, talk crappy kids in photos & Mouse finally gives her London recap. See tourist recommendations from a Bri…

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Our Mom on Getting Older, Parenting Advice, Raising Us & Weens Dating 1:22:07

2y ago1:22:07

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E136 – Our mom visits & weighs in on topics including design, death, and parenting teenagers. Some great stories from our rebellious teen phases come out & mom learns a little too much about what we were up to. Who is her favorite? Who snuck a girl into their attic? Did she know when we became -ahem- active? We talk finding our tribes and feeling c…

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Jamie Grumet: TIME Cover Breastfeeding & Attachment Parenting 1:34:15

2y ago1:34:15

1:34:15

E135 – We have a wonderful conversation with Jamie Grumet, known for her controversial breastfeeding cover on TIME magazine, now at its 10-year anniversary. With a background in anthropology & theology, she is the author of Modern Attachment Parenting: The Comprehensive Guide to Raising a Secure Child, its introduction by Dr. Sears & foreword by Al…

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Weenie Weally Weady 1:06:15

2y ago1:06:15

1:06:15

E134 – Just like Wee Willie Winkie, Weenie is Weally Weady for love! Hear our fun talk about dating, dancing and… drugs?! Can psychoactives really save your marriage or mental health? Just say no, kids!* We list dating must-haves & deal-breakers & discuss how religion fits in. And how do you think Jo rates as a matchmaking yenta? We talk about how …

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I’m Not a Lesbian But My Girlfriend Is! PRIDE with Stephanie and Michele 1:18:00

2y ago1:18:00

1:18:00

E133 – Imagine realizing deep into your marriage, your typical husband-wife marriage with kids, that you are seeking a deeper connection. Imagine making that connection with someone who happens to be your same sex. Imagine falling in love. What would you do? How would you handle your feelings and the decisions you make? What’s next? Hear the story …

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Eat Carbs & Relax! Ab Fat, Stress & More with Health & Perimenopause Coach Anna Araujo 1:09:58

2y ago1:09:58

1:09:58

E132 – Ever wondered why you just can’t lose your chubby belly? Having bad sleep lately? Extra moody? You need to hear what surprising things our guest and friend, Anna Araujo, a health and perimenopause coach, has to say. With her master’s in nutrition and specialized sports and menopause research background, she has a sane plan – the FEMME Method…

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Johnny Depp, Jessica Chastain, Steve Pieters, Robert Morse 1:03:19

2+ y ago1:03:19

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E130 – We talk about the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard trial, Julianne’s memories on set with Johnny Depp on “Mortdecai” with Gwyneth Paltrow, her thoughts on the Alec Baldwin shooting, Rob Huebel’s and Paul Scheer’s thoughts on the trial, and the wacky psychology involved. What is your own psych diagnosis? Take the test, linked below! Weens updates …

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How To Say Hi 17:10

2+ y ago17:10

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E129 – Errands are not the most fun part of adulting. But, rather than rushing through them, why not try to make it a special part of your day…or someone else’s! We share some awkward and silly examples of how getting groceries, running to the Post Office, or filling up at the gas station can bring a little joy to those often-dreaded errands. In th…

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Raising Teens, Marriage Tune-up, Making a Documentary 58:52

2+ y ago58:52

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E128 – Raising teenagers is tough as they enter new phases and get into new predicaments. Driving, learning independence, sneaking around, getting caught! Hear a list of tips for parenting teens as Mouse shares the latest and wants advice. How do you parents feel when your kid starts driving? What do parents do when it comes to catching their kid u…

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Tahiti, Moorea, Prune Tips, Departure Songs 51:54

2+ y ago51:54

51:54

E127 – Recapping our recent amazing Tahiti and Moorea trip with mom, we talk tsunami from Tonga, the food forest pool boy, crazy drives in our mango jellybean car, a backwoods pig, chumming, and our favorite memories of the beautiful islands in French Polynesia. LISTEN TO THE END for the sweetest song we recorded at the airport going home. We were …

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Personal Space, Weens Covid, Dog High 1:07:59

2+ y ago1:07:59

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E126 – A single Hollywood woman moves into her sister’s busy San Diego household of five plus pets. That’s us! How are we handling it two weeks in? We talk about it all and go over an article, the Top 5 Ways to Protect Your Personal Space, hopefully to help others who are moving in together or changing a roommate situation. Then we move on to marri…

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Weens’ News 1:03:29

2+ y ago1:03:29

1:03:29

We catch up on some major events that have been going on and some big news! Music credits: Julianne Eggold http://www.julianneeggold.com Voice acting: Matt Thompson Promo: Cretin’s Guild Both of us are part of the Podfix Network Find all of our stuff on http://www.mouseandweens.com xoxoBy Julianne Eggold and Joelle Kohn

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She Podcasts Late 53:04

3y ago53:04

53:04

E124 – Coming in hot! It’s a sister fight over Mouse being late to record. But the schedule with family and the new job are hard to juggle, man! How do you feel about late people, rescheduling, and windows of time? Weigh in on how we plan to resolve it. Then hear about our trip to Scottsdale for the She Podcasts Live conference. Lots of takeaways –…

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Vikram Baliga of Planthropology: PodFix PodSix 47:33

3y ago47:33

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E123 – Meet Vikram Baliga, host of podcasts Planthropology and The Plant Prof, and fellow PodFix network pal and professor! This is a special re-airing of our PodFix Presents PodSix episode from January 2021, where we ask Vikram six questions. You will hear all about plant people, whether almond milk is bad, where he stands on the men are like waff…

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Homecoming, Creative Juices, Intimate Laundry 40:55

3y ago40:55

40:55

E122 – We talk old movie humor, Elon Musk in a tiny house “Martian” style, and Mouse’s kids with their embarrassing homecoming story. Then it’s back! Guess that Weenie Tune! Learn this song’s real origin and collaboration with guitarist Ishan Cooper, aka Coop DeVille of “Bat Funk Crazy” and George Clinton Parliament Funkadelic fame. Afterwards we g…

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Mentalist Jim Eggold, Psychic Mom Story

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E121 – “Think of a name. Write it down. Tear it up into little pieces.” Can he read minds? Is this magic? How does it work? Meet our Uncle Jim, a professional mentalist. Our dad’s brother gives us insight into his profession in entertainment mentalism, as we delve into the differences between this, a sixth sense, psychic abilities, and meditation. …

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Road Rage, White Lies, Sticky Barbies 47:14

3y ago47:14

47:14

E120 – We talk the why, what, and when of road rage at minute 20. Find out about anxiety and control as we talk about bad driving, bad drivers, and stories of our road rage moments! (Did someone say dangling side mirror?!) But first we catch up on figgy neighbors, types of podcasts, psychic phones, sticky Barbies, punk roots, and parental bucking t…

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Best Of: Coolsculpting Yanni 48:03

3y ago48:03

48:03

E119 – This one is a favorite! We’re back with some life updates and mustache talk. Weens describes her new gig on the set of the LA tv show The Rookie and her Fishbone concert, and Mouse talks about her family vacation in Puerta Vallarta, Mexico. Warning: if you’re squeamish about pool attack iguanas or ticks, skip this part. Mouse gets CoolSculpt…

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Bathturbating and Powaypalooza 38:50

3y ago38:50

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E118 – A fun train of thought episode as we talk Sandler the Love Guru, dog stew, bathturbating, vacations, living abroad, housesitting, gaydar, and a crazy 4th of July party. Hear the sounds of the Powaypalooza pop-up suburban Coachella that happened. Is your post-Covid (or are we even post-Covid?) social life picking up steam too and how do you f…

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Panic Attacks, I Need Compliments, Dream Incubation, Cat Talk 43:24

3y ago43:24

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E117 – Tooth holes and a Huck Finn breathing tube? Find out what Weens learned about Panic Attacks in her psychology course. We discuss Mouse’s oldest during the summer, the tiny house idea, tease upcoming professors, and compare Weens’ leg to Bob Odenkirk on silks. Then it’s our new segment Cat Talk! Who doesn’t love, or have, or would love to hav…

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Matty from Nooks and Crannies on UFOs, ESP, Botanicals, Bonobo Sex, Orgasm Boxes, Indigenous Groups, Racial Classification, Brains & CTE 1:27:17

3y ago1:27:17

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E116 – Hope your brain sponge is ready to soak up some fascinating knowledge! Matty, easily the smartest Nooks and Crannies podcaster besides co-host Evan, serves us up a verbal pu pu platter of stories and information as to why humans do the things and think the way we do. He has thoughts on ancient alien theory, having under his belt 17 years of …

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She Writes the Songs, Grape MTV, Mad About Pets 1:06:21

3y ago1:06:21

1:06:21

E115 – Feisty! What starts as a fun conversation about work and stay-at-home-mom life, turns a corner in this episode! First we play a guessing game while listening to one of Julianne’s rad original songs “Cave Girl” This inspires personality test chatter and we wonder: are you a storyteller or an archiver? Mouse gets called out on a personal chef …

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Summer Camp, Psychic Dreams, Ethnomusicology, and Jaja Ding Dongs 57:30

3+ y ago57:30

57:30

E114 – While catching up, we talk psychic abilities and manifesting your thoughts into reality. Do you believe in karma? Then we jump into what’s on mama Mouse’s mind: summer camps and plans for her 3 kids now that California is opening up. After reminiscing about our camp memories, including wheelchairs and Wildman, we talk about the safety of sum…

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Patrick Wilson, Black Widows, Cadaver Mouth, and Re-Entering Post-Pandemic Society 47:23

3+ y ago47:23

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E113 – The loins of Weens have been stirred! We wonder if her admiration of actor Patrick Wilson’s pecs is a result of the vaccine giving her a steroid boost, or is it the fact that the world is opening back up? We talk about re-entering society now that we’ve all become introverts. Are we just comfortable at home or is it agoraphobia? Hear the dif…

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Steve Pieters: Gay Pastor of Tammy Faye Fame on Queer Life & Near Death Lessons 1:21:48

3+ y ago1:21:48

1:21:48

E112 – He wasn’t supposed to live past 1985, yet here we are sitting down with Reverend Steve Pieters! Hear the incredible life story of this inspiring pastor and long-term survivor of AIDS. His interview with televangelist Tammy Faye Bakker in 1985 turned the Christian and LGBTQ communities both upside down, a storyline featured in the upcoming fi…

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Cabo Mexico Vacation 57:59

3+ y ago57:59

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E111 – Come escape to Baja California Mexico with us! Traveling with the family, Joelle recounts her recent Spring Break week in Cabo. She has some tips for parents who want to travel with kids, especially teens, and talks about timeshares Vidanta and Cabo Azul. Mouse recounts the things to do while vacationing in Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Ca…

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Easter Dog, Feckit, Paul Williams, and Microaggressions 42:10

3+ y ago42:10

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E110 – Easter afternoon we took the podcast for a walk on the dog trail. Are you into Jesus?! We talk traditions in our house, and the hunt for the golden egg brings up the trophy-for-all discussion. Hear Juls’ hot take on overconfident kids and practical parenting. We’re interrupted by dog fight drama, but Weens quickly channels her Cesar Milan-st…

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Akello Stone: Author, Podcaster, Sociologist 54:47

3+ y ago54:47

54:47

Meet Akello Stone and go deeper! He is an author, a podcaster, an actor, and host with a ton of heart. Hear about why he became a sociology professor, his thoughts on yoga and meditation, his appearances in documentaries, and his refreshing and unique perspective on masculinity. This youth mentor wrote the book Seeking Selfdom in an Age of Selfies …

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I Called My Ex and Have a Story 55:57

3+ y ago55:57

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E108 – Joelle fights fashion but wonders if she’s missing the shopping gene. Julianne reports on our NYC Screenwriting Challenge and explains her method for writing scripts. It’s been a fun collective effort with us, Derek and Keith of Pop Up Film Cast, and Phil Rood of The Picture Show with Austin and Phil Rood. There is some scolding about being …

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Exes, Breakups, and What We Can Learn 1:12:50

3+ y ago1:12:50

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E107 – Ex boyfriends, ex girlfriends, ex spouses. We get into the stories, complaints, and sorrows about ours and other listeners’ exes. Some are funny, some are just plain mean, and some we can all relate to! What are different types of breakups and how to deal with each? What are the types of ex boyfriends (or girlfriends) and what can we learn f…

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Anatomy Lesson 42:52

3+ y ago42:52

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E106 – Bras! One of the most important tools in every woman’s wardrobe is the brassiere to hold up the girls! We discuss what type we like, common problems, the cost of bras, and what it’s like being fitted in person versus online. Lingerie talk gets wacky, Weens gets sultry-nervous, and stressed by this after back-to-back family birthdays, Joelle …

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Lisa and Sam Shake Their Heads At Us 50:49

3+ y ago50:49

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E105 – A special crossover interview between I Shake My Head’s Lisa and Sam and us! We re-aired this PodFix Presents PodSix episode because it was such fun that we had to share! The six vague important questions that we were asked include (1) Is there any topic that the two of us won’t talk about? This brings up the sneaky listeners and sex talk ri…

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Dating During Covid, Ickrolled, Ellen, Gift Giving 50:03

3+ y ago50:03

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E104 – What’s the biggest meme that Weens will forever associate with quarantine? Find out and learn all about hydration with Mouse’s larger than life water bottle. Or should I say Walter bottle?! We get updates on Hollywood starting up filming and Julianne’s job situation, and then we dive in to another session of Joelle Bugging Julianne About Onl…

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Mental Health Checkup and Wrestling 58:43

3+ y ago58:43

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E103 – With the stress of being a busy mom of three, and the isolation of living solo especially during shutdown, we talk quite a bit about our anxiety and depression. This is a re-airing of a livestream event hosted by the Victims & Villains podcast. We were honored to be given an hour during the 24hr awareness-athon during which we talked about m…

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The Fun Episode 48:43

3+ y ago48:43

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E102 – We just let it flow in this one and laugh way too much! Subjects include the new verb ‘to wife’, honking practice, strategically placed jewelry, and Hollywood occult workouts with our past guest, good witch, psychic, and recent tv star Patti Negri. Joelle compares rocker ex-boyfriends to The Lost Boys and we segue into Covid-19 and checking …

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