Best Rita Phetmixay Podcasts (2024)

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E36: Sabaidee Fest Reflections (Part 2) ft. Somlit, Joy, and Susan 29:37

8M ago29:37

29:37

On this week's surprise episode of Healing Out Lao'd, we released PART 2 of the Sabaidee Fest Reflection Series!!! [Sabaidee Fest is the largest Southeast Asian music and cultural festival] Part 2 takes a deep dive and highlights the POV of 4 Lao-identified diaspora attendees of Sabaidee Fest: Somlit, Joy, and Susan!!! Individually and collectively…

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E35: Sabaidee Fest Reflections (Part 1) ft. Saengthong Douangdara 30:22

12M ago30:22

30:22

LONG TIME NO SPEAK P'NONG!!! On this week's surprise episode of Healing Out Lao'd, we are reflecting and reminiscing our experiences of the largest Southeast Asian music and cultural festival-- Sabaidee Fest!!! This episode is PART 1 of a 2 PART SABAIDEE FEST REFLECTION SERIES that is intentional in highlighting the POV of 2 Lao-identified diaspora…

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Broads in Progress (with Multi-Passionate Mastery & What the Finance) 19:44

1y ago19:44

19:44

Alexandra talks about Broads in Progress, her membership for women in podcasting, featuring two of her members, D'Ana Joi Spencer and Rachel Hanson. Come join the community! Read more about Broads in Progress: www.poddraland.com/join-the-community Join and use the code JUNEMEMBER15 for 15% off for three months. Listen to Multi-Passionate Mastery an…

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Renay Richardson of Broccoli Productions 1:02:55

1+ y ago1:02:55

1:02:55

Alexandra speaks with Renay Richardson, the CEO of Broccoli Productions and the creator of the Equality in Audio Pact. They also talk about Renay's time as a kid actor, how single women are viewed in society, what being uncomfortable means for her, and why being a CEO is kind of awful. Mentioned in this epsiode: Sign up for Podcasting by the Moon h…

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Introducing: Off the Grid 1:00:27

2y ago1:00:27

1:00:27

This week, Alexandra uses this episode to introduce another podcast she loves called Off the Grid. It is hosted by Amelia Hruby, a previous guest on The Pod Broads, and the founder of Softer Sounds, a feminist podcast studio for entrepreneurs and creatives. The episode featured here is titled “Cultivating energetic sovereignty & email as a love lan…

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RERUN: Mala Muñoz of Marijuanera and Locatora Radio 1:15:44

2+ y ago1:15:44

1:15:44

Happy 420! Plus, acknowledging Sexual Assault Awareness Month with a rerun of Mala Muñoz's episode of The Pod Broads. Listen to Mala's special 420 episode of Marijuanera: A Podcast for Potheads here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-420-eve-special-with-susie-greens/id1574580391?i=1000558114113. Follow POD.DRALAND for more: Website: https:…

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E34: Somlit Inthalangsy on returning to his Lao name + embodying dad's legacy of community organizing & finding home away from home in Laos Angeles 1:09:40

2+ y ago1:09:40

1:09:40

FINAL SZN 2.0 Episode 34 features a conversation between creator/host Rita Phetmixay and actor/co-host of Laos Angeles Deuan Sabaidee, Somlit Inthalangsy! During this episode, Somlit speaks on returning to his Lao name + embodying dad's legacy of community organizing & finding home away from home in Laos Angeles. As the co-host of the Laos Angeles …

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E33: Christy Innouvong-Thornton on experiences of growing up without her Lao Isan parents + moving beyond narratives of forced resilience & giving back through Southeast Asian foodways 1:06:46

2+ y ago1:06:46

1:06:46

Episode 33 features a conversation between creator/host Rita Phetmixay and founder of Courageous Kitchen & TukTuk Box enterprises, Christy Innouvong-Thornton! During this episode, Christy reflects on her painful experiences of growing up in a white household (w/o her Lao Isan parents) + moving beyond narratives of forced resilience & giving back th…

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E32: Andrew David Vilaythong on growing up with a parent suffering from mental illness + therapy as a tool for addressing conflict-avoidant behaviors & music as self-exploration 54:31

2+ y ago54:31

54:31

Episode 32 features a conversation between creator/host Rita Phetmixay and music maker/DJ/audio editor of HOL– Andrew David Vilaythong! During this episode, Andrew reflects on his experiences of growing up with a parent suffering from mental illness + therapy as a tool for addressing conflict-avoidant behaviors & making music as self-exploration. T…

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Happy One Year + RERUN of Rita Phetmixay, Healing Out Lao'd 1:07:50

2+ y ago1:07:50

1:07:50

Today, Alexandra reflects on the last year of The Pod Broads and revisits the first episode she ever recorded - with Rita Phetmixay of Healing Out Lao'd. (https://healingoutlaod.org/welcome). Follow POD.DRALAND for more: Website: https://www.poddraland.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pod.draland/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/poddral…

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Why we need the friends we’ve never met 34:09

2+ y ago34:09

34:09

Alexandra sits down with Laura Joyce Davis, the host and executive producer of Shelter in Place. They talk about 2021, their podcasts, and the reflections they are taking with them. The conversation part of this episode was edited and produced by Laura Joyce Davis. The introduction was recorded, edited, and produced by Alexandra Cohl. Podcasting by…

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E31: #HealingTheHealer-- Stephanie Franco on writing as resistance + cultivating mental health equity for BIPOC across cali & tapping into radical imagination 57:18

2+ y ago57:18

57:18

Episode 31 brings back the #HealingTheHealer series, which was first created in order to share the experiences of people in Rita’s lives that have empowered her healing process. In this first episode of 2022, Rita dives into a conversation with Stephanie Franco (aka “SPESH”), who is a creative writer, audio storyteller and sound designer/engineer b…

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Introducing: Shelter in Place 32:36

2+ y ago32:36

32:36

This week, Alexandra uses this episode to introduce another podcast she loves called Shelter in Place. It is hosted by Laura Joyce Davis and the episode featured here is titled "Stuck on the Staircase." Listen to Laura's interview episode of The Pod Broads here: https://thepodbroadspodcast.buzzsprout.com/1592776/8544922-laura-joyce-davis-on-shelter…

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Live at Starr Bar with Noor Tagouri, Tiffany Ashitey, and Bronwyn Isaac 1:27:43

2+ y ago1:27:43

1:27:43

This episode is from the first live recording of The Pod Broads with guests Noor Tagouri, Tiffany Ashitey, and Bronwyn Isaac. The live show took place on October 28, 2021 at Starr Bar in Brooklyn, NY. Follow POD.DRALAND for more: Website: https://www.poddraland.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pod.draland/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.co…

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Uncut with Berry Syk: Podcast audience engagement and social media 16:17

2+ y ago16:17

16:17

In this bonus episode, Alexandra shares a part of her conversation with Berry that didn't make their interview episode. They talk more in depth about live Twitter, Twitter spaces, and the importance of direct engagement for podcasters and their listeners. Alexandra also talks about her theory for where the industry may be moving as a means of effec…

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Berry Syk of Podcasts in Color 1:13:07

2+ y ago1:13:07

1:13:07

This week, Alexandra interviews Berry Syk, the creator of Podcasts in Color, the largest directory of podcasts made by people of color. They talk about Berry's first time listening to The Read, what started her idea for Podcasts in Color, the exploitation that can happen in the podcasting industry, and audience engagement. Plus, why she never goes …

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E30: Lina V Luangrath on overcoming domestic violence, finding inner liberation thru music, & meeting Lao ancestors for the first time 1:14:03

2+ y ago1:14:03

1:14:03

This episode features a conversation between creator/host Rita Phetmixay and the talented Lao American musician and family woman, Lina V Luangrath. During this episode, Lina reflects on her experiences of growing up in an impoverished Lao/BIPOC community in Rockford, Illinois + overcoming domestic violence + finding inner liberation thru music, & m…

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Misha Euceph of Dustlight and Hello, Nature 56:59

2+ y ago56:59

56:59

This week, Alexandra interviews Misha Euceph, the founder and CEO of Dustlight Productions, and most recently, the executive producer of Hello, Nature, a podcast by REI Co-Op Studios & Dustlight, presented by Subaru. The show tells the history and present day story of the American National Parks through BIPOC voices, asking the question, “Since the…

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Listen to Indigenous Women: Podcasts for Thanksgiving 16:27

2+ y ago16:27

16:27

Alexandra recommends five podcast episodes with Indigenous women to listen to this Thanksgiving. She also provides one bonus full podcast recommendation. You can find all the podcasts on the original list here: https://www.poddraland.com/the-podcast-list/five-must-listen-podcasts-with-or-hosted-by-indigenous-and-native-american-women Follow POD.DRA…

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Avery Trufelman of Nice Try! 1:02:42

2+ y ago1:02:42

1:02:42

This week, Alexandra interviews Avery Trufelman, podcast host and producer and the host of Nice Try! which just came out with season two in October 2021. They talk about Avery's foray into podcasting, her time at The Cut during the first wave of the pandemic, the new season of Nice Try! and more. Follow Avery: Twitter: https://twitter.com/trufelman…

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E29: Lao Womxn Healing Circle 1:16:46

2+ y ago1:16:46

1:16:46

Episode 29 features creator/host Rita Phetmixay with special guests Seraphina Lotkhamnga, Joy Ngaosivath, and Carole Chainon. Together, they dialogue and reflect on what it means to be daughters of Lao refugees who uniquely embody intergenerational ancestral strength. GUEST BIOs: Seraphina Lotkhamnga is Sr. Creative Manager of Sync at Nettwerk Musi…

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Lindsey Simcik and Krista Williams of Almost 30 1:10:31

2+ y ago1:10:31

1:10:31

This week, Alexandra interviews Lindsey Simcik and Krista Williams, co-hosts and co-founders of Almost 30, a podcast and community. They get deep in this episode and talk about intuition, boundaries, taking responsibility, and dealing with conflict. Lindsey and Krista also share about their relationship with each other, the evolution of Almost 30, …

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Special Announcement: The Pod Broads Live 6:01

3y ago6:01

6:01

Alexandra is holding her very first live recording and podcast party for The Pod Broads on October 28, 2021 in Brooklyn New York at 7:30 p.m. EST. The show is donation based with a suggested donation of $25.00 and 20% of the proceeds will be going to the New York Abortion Access Fund. Donations can be sent directly to @zandraland on Venmo. Get your…

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Nadya Okamoto of Tigress 57:02

3y ago57:02

57:02

This week, Alexandra interviews Nadya Okamoto about her podcast Tigress (as well as her crush on the character Tigress), her work as CEO and co-founder of August (a lifestyle period brand), her transition from a nonprofit to a for profit company, and what it's like being a young founder. Follow Nadya: Twitter: https://twitter.com/nadyaokamoto Insta…

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Jazmín Aguilera of The Cut 1:19:54

3y ago1:19:54

1:19:54

This week, Alexandra interviews Jazmín Aguilera, co-host and producer of The Cut. She has also worked on shows like Snap Judgment, The Daily, and In Vogue: The 1990s. They cover so much in this episode: Her experience growing up in Santa Cruz, how it shaped her work later on, the challenges in investigative journalism and the boundaries that need t…

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E28: Phetmixay Sibling Reunion on Rupture & Repair Mid-Pandemic 41:42

3y ago41:42

41:42

Episode 28 features three out of the four Phetmixay siblings: David, Rita, and Joseph Phetmixay, who come together to reflect on how this pandemic has impacted each individually and how family conflict & reconciliation have helped drive closer ties between each other. Together, they discuss ways on how to best support one another and make it throug…

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Daryn Carp and Liz Culley of Scissoring Isn't A Thing 1:04:43

3y ago1:04:43

1:04:43

This week, Alexandra interviews Daryn Carp (Andy Cohen's longtime assistant and the host of People's "Reality Check" and the true crime podcast Shaken and Disturbed) and Liz Culley (Entertainment Sales Executive at Condé Nast) about their podcast Scissoring Isn't A Thing, by Embassy Row. They talk about their work journeys into podcasting, the powe…

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Noor Tagouri of Podcast Noor 1:08:51

3y ago1:08:51

1:08:51

This week, Alexandra interviews award-winning journalist and producer Noor Tagouri. Noor shares about her love of animation, her inner child work, and her podcast titled Podcast Noor and its evolution. They also talk about trauma, its effect on the body, and healing. Noor shares about her new investigative project for which she is currently accepti…

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E27: Joseph Phetmixay on growing up as Lao GenZ in NC during era of Uprisings & COVID-19 49:46

3y ago49:46

49:46

E27 features Joseph Phetmixay, baby brother to Rita Phetmixay AND youngest sibling of the Phetmixay family! Not only is Joseph the youngest child, he’s also the youngest guest on HOL and here to rep all the Lao GEN Z folx out there!! Rita gets to interview Joseph and explore his personal experiences of growing up as a Lao American high school kid i…

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Nichole Perkins of This Is Good For You and Thirst Aid Kit 1:02:13

3y ago1:02:13

1:02:13

This week, Alexandra interviews writer and podcaster Nichole Perkins. They talk about Nichole's new memoir Sometimes I Trip On How Happy We Could Be (available here https://booksaremagic.net/item/1iqMaW6srnMEpCKOEdK9cQ) and her podcast This Is Good For You (https://thisisgoodpod.com/). They also discuss softness, being sensitive, pleasure, America’…

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The Pod Broads Season 2: More Dope Women 4:45

3y ago4:45

4:45

Welcome to season two of The Pod Broads. This trailer features host and producer Alexandra Cohl and the voices of upcoming guests Jazmín Aguilera, Nichole Perkins, Noor Tagouri, Daryn Carp, and Liz Culley. New interview episodes drop on Wednesday at 3 a.m. EST. Keep a look out for some new content this season beyond the interviews. Follow POD.DRALA…

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E26: "The Right to Heal: Southeast Asian American Mental Health in CA" [SEARAC report launch] 1:46:17

3y ago1:46:17

1:46:17

On behalf of the Laotian American National Alliance, creator/host Rita Phetmixay of Healing Out Lao’d was invited to be a part of a virtual launch event hosted by SEARAC + partners on March 25, 2021. This audio recording captured SEARAC’s debrief of their new report titled: "The Right to Heal: Southeast Asian American Mental Health in California,” …

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Introducing: Abortion, with love 1:17:34

3y ago1:17:34

1:17:34

This week, Alexandra uses this episode to introduce another podcast she loves called Abortion, with love. It is hosted by Camila Ochoa Mendoza and the episode featured here is titled "Listening to Abortion Stories, with Dr. Melissa Madera." Follow Abortion, with Love: Buy Her a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/abortionlove Twitter: https://twit…

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E25.2: Lao Sibling Reconciliation (Part 2) on saving face, vulnerability and building compassion 55:23

3y ago55:23

55:23

Healing Out Lao’d SZN 2.0 launches part two of the Lao Sibling Reconciliation episode, which explores the direct impact of saving face, vulnerability and building compassion. Facilitated by Wanda Pathomrit, this intimate conversation between HOL creator/host Rita and her older brother (Aiy David) further explores the questions of what it means to p…

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Alexandra Cohl: Turning 29 and other reflections 16:19

3y ago16:19

16:19

The host, Alexandra Cohl turns 29 today, and she's sharing this episode with a surprise for the listeners, a brief reflection on her last year and how turning 29 is impacting her career growth, and how she's hoping you'll celebrate with her. Submit listener responses to poddraland@gmail.com. Birthday gifts/tips to Venmo: zandraland Follow POD.DRALA…

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E25.1: Lao Sibling Reconciliation (Part 1) on gender roles, birth order, and parentification 1:01:30

3y ago1:01:30

1:01:30

HAPPY RELAUNCH DAY P’NONG/FAMILY!!! Healing Out Lao’d SZN 2.0 is finally here!!! In this first relaunch episode, creator/host Rita Phetmixay engages in a (part 1) in a deeply personal and heartfelt conversation with her big brother David, facilitated by big sis Wanda Pathomrit. Together, they dialogue on the impact of gender roles, birth order, and…

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Juleyka Lantigua: On Lantigua Williams & Co., storytelling and justice, parenting, and entrepreneurship 1:07:59

3y ago1:07:59

1:07:59

On this episode, Alexandra interviews Juleyka Lantigua, who is the founder and CEO of Lantigua Williams & Co. (now LWC Studios) since the episode aired), a film and audio production company. Juleyka shares about her past experience working in law, her many years throughout journalism and writing about topics central to people of color, her time at …

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Twila Dang: On Matriarch Digital Media, radio broadcasting, motherhood, and leadership 1:03:48

3y ago1:03:48

1:03:48

On this episode, Alexandra interviews Twila Dang, CEO and founder of Matriarch Digital Media. Twila shares about being bullied as a young girl and how that was formative in her storytelling and speaking skills. She talks about her background in radio broadcast media, what prompted her creation of Matriarch, and the need for more mentorship in podca…

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Amelia Hruby: On Fifty Feminist States, road trips & womanhood, and reconsidering the feminine 1:02:46

3y ago1:02:46

1:02:46

On this episode, Alexandra speaks with Amelia Hruby, PhD., who is a Feminist writer, educator, and the host and creator of the podcast Fifty Feminist States. She is also the author of the republished book Fifty Feminist Mantras. She shares about her love of traveling and unpacks the privilege she has traveling as a white woman in America. They talk…

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Ona Oghogho: On Blk Pod Collective, building community, boundary tips, and faith 1:03:49

3y ago1:03:49

1:03:49

On this episode, Alexandra speaks with Ona Oghogho, who is the founder and creative director of Blk Pod Collective, which is an organization focused on providing educational resources, increasing visibility and fostering a community for support for Black podcasters. She has also hosted their podcast, titled Blk Pod Collective: The Podcast, and is n…

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RERUN: Jessica Lanyadoo: On Ghost of A Podcast, astrology, counseling, anti-racism work, & setting boundaries 1:08:37

3y ago1:08:37

1:08:37

This episode originally aired on February 10, 2021. On this episode, Alexandra speaks with Jessica Lanyadoo about her podcast Ghost of a Podcast, how she began her journey as an astrologer and how that work helped her cultivate a format and approach to podcasting that worked for her, and how her relationship with her work shifted when Donald Trump …

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Theresa Avila: On Girlboss Radio, journalism, business growth, and pop culture 59:15

3y ago59:15

59:15

On this episode, Alexandra interviews Theresa Avila, an independent podcast producer and content strategist working out of Los Angeles. Theresa spent years working as a writer and editor at various digital media companies prior to rediscovering her passion for audio and podcasts while working at Girlboss. She led the successful reboot of Girlboss R…

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Laura Joyce Davis: On Shelter in Place, pandemic road trip, and finding home 1:06:01

3y ago1:06:01

1:06:01

On this episode, Alexandra speaks with Laura Joyce Davis, the host and creator of Shelter in Place, a podcast that is both memoir and a space for authentic conversations between many different folks. Laura shares about her journey first as a writer and how she found her voice in podcasting, the impact motherhood had on creative work, and how she an…

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Cindy Okereke: On Strong Black Lead, Therapy For Black Girls, and marketing with empathy 1:10:22

3y ago1:10:22

1:10:22

On this episode, Alexandra speaks with Cindy Okereke, who is the founder of Essence of Cin, a podcast marketing company. She shares about her journey from book publishing, to law school, to working with podcasts like Strong Black Lead and Therapy For Black Girls and more. They discuss what makes an NYC subway platform perfect for a personal -- and …

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Alexandra Cohl on Mental Health Awareness Month 8:48

3y ago8:48

8:48

This week, Alexandra is doing something a little different. She is taking a one week break from the normal interviews to drop in a say an important piece about taking a break when you need it, protecting your mental health, and learning how to prioritize (and how those priorities can shift). She is also recommending that you go and check out some o…

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Lauren Popish: On The Wave, public speaking anxiety, entrepreneurship, and failure 1:08:04

3+ y ago1:08:04

1:08:04

On this episode, Alexandra speaks with Lauren Popish, founder of The Wave, a company that teaches women that teaches women how to build successful podcasts so they can grow their audience, share their message, and get paid while doing it. Lauren shares about the moment that triggered her intense intense fear of public speaking, how she has learned …

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Diosa Femme: On Locatora Radio, survivor healing & sensuality, and workplace boundaries 1:06:18

3+ y ago1:06:18

1:06:18

On this episode, Alexandra speaks with Diosa Femme, co-host and co-producer of Locatora Radio. Diosa shares about her healing journey as a sexual assault survivor and the meaning behind her name. They discuss the importance of sensuality in healing, violence against women used in entertainment, and how Locatora radio serves as a place to combat thi…

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Mala Muñoz: On Locatora Radio, self-defense, podcast parties, and survivor-centered content 1:13:34

3+ y ago1:13:34

1:13:34

On this episode, Alexandra speaks with Mala Muñoz, co-host and co-producer of Locatora Radio, a radiophonic novella. Mala shares about the story behind her stage name and how it directly relates to her previous work as a rape crisis counselor and self-defense teacher. She explains how she and her co-host Diosa Femme ran survivor-centered podcast pa…

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Se'era Spragley Ricks: On PRX Wine Down, print media, imposter syndrome, and live podcast events 55:29

3+ y ago55:29

55:29

On this episode, Alexandra speaks with Se’era Spragley Ricks, who is the associate producer of PRX Remix, PRX’s SiriusXM 24/7 channel of audio stories and podcasts, hand-picked from independent creators. She also explains (on her website) that the focal point and catalyst of her goals is uplifting diverse, innovative, and misrepresented voices, spe…

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Siona Peterous: On OwnYourStories, the personal & political, intersectionality, and the fallacy of objectivity 1:15:57

3+ y ago1:15:57

1:15:57

On this episode, Alexandra speaks with Siona Peterous, freelance podcaster and co-host and co-creator of the podcast OwnYourStories which investigates the intersection of the personal and political through the stories we tell. Siona shares about how her family culture inspired her interest in politics and why her family's liberation story was centr…

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