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AND This PodcastAND This Podcast22: Leading While Bleeding: Hidden Struggles of Building a Movement w/ Carmen JonesWhat happens when your dream business grows beyond your expectations—and people turn against you for it?In this episode, Carmen Jones, founder and CEO of Black Girls Social Club, shares her raw and unfiltered journey of building a thriving global community for Black women. She takes us through the highs and lows of leadership, from skyrocketing growth to facing personal losses, betrayals, and even rumors threatening her reputation.Carmen gets real about: ✅ Leading while grieving—building a business while navigating personal loss ✅ What she thought...2025-03-2632 minMs. Wanda\'s Full Circle RadioMs. Wanda's Full Circle RadioLearning about The Black Girl Social ClubSisterhood in Action! What an incredible conversation with Black Girl Social Club (BGSC) Sacramento Chapter President Christa Lee on Full Circle! We talked about the importance of authentic friendships, curated experiences, and a thriving community for Black women.BGSC is more than a social club—it’s a movement dedicated to fostering happiness, well-being, and empowerment. Learn how you can get involved!What was your favorite takeaway from today’s show? Drop it in the comments!Tag a friend who needs this sisterhood! 🖤 #FullCircle975 #BGSC #StrongerTogether2025-03-2540 minBrown Girl Self-CareBrown Girl Self-CareJoin BGSC on Monday (11/4/24) + (Rewind) Crease The Damn Page, Sis!Meet me on Zoom for "Gather and Be" on Monday, November 4th @ 5pm Pacific / 8pm Eastern. Link Here In this episode of the Brown Girl Self-Care Podcast, I'm talking about 'creasing the page' as a way to engage fully with life especially for those of us that are afraid to step out and be seen or make mistakes. I sill struggle with perfectionism, the fear of making mistakes, and in the past these fears have held me back from leaving my mark.I want to encourage you to embrace imperfection, show up authentically and take...2024-11-0428 minBrown Girl Self-CareBrown Girl Self-CareUnmasking Authenticity at Work: Dr. Ella Washington’s Approach for Black WomenIt is time for us to be centered in corporate spaces so that we can WIN. Today I'm speaking with Dr. Ella Washington, an organizational psychologist and founder of Elevate Solutions. Together we are tackling the challenges many of us face in corporate environments, including feelings of alienation, the necessity of navigating biases, and the importance of authentic self-presentation. In this conversation we touch on several themes including:Key Topics:Challenges in Corporate Spaces:Experiences of feeling like an outsider in corporate environments.Struggles with authenticity and masking one's true self to fit in.The emotional...2024-07-2950 minGiochi Sul Nostro PodcastGiochi Sul Nostro PodcastConosciamo Meglio Board Game Social Club! Oggi andiamo a conosce una nuova realtà ludica-associativa del mondo dei GDT e GDR: Board Game Social Club! Una piattaforma che in poco tempo è riuscita a riunire al tavolo tantissimi giocatori sparsi in tutta Italia, un successo made in Italy che ha vinto anche il premio Miglior Startup 2024 e che può fornire supporto e organizzazione a game master, giocatori, editori, autori e associazioni. Nostro ospite ai microfoni troveremo il fondatore di BGSC: Luca Petrucci!Se volete approfondire: https://boardgamesocial.club/Oppure scrivete a: info@boardgamesocial.club Potete visitate il gruppo Facebook di BSGC: https://www.facebook.com...2024-06-301h 07Brown Girl Self-CareBrown Girl Self-CareI Am Letting Go Of The "Noise" And Giving Myself Permission To Start Again w/ BGSCIn this episode of the Brown Girl Self Care Podcast, host Bre Mitchell takes a reflective journey into the concept of starting over. With the backdrop of a restorative and very lush park setting, Bre shares her raw thoughts and experiences, delving into the reasons behind her desire to reset and redefine Brown Girl Self Care. From shedding external influences to embracing authenticity and inner strength, Bre offers insights and inspiration for listeners navigating their own paths of growth and renewal.This episode touches on:Starting Over with Brown Girl Self-CareReleasing External InfluencesReevaluating PrioritiesPermission To Start...2024-04-2938 minBrown Girl Self-CareBrown Girl Self-CareIntermittent Fasting Is Healing My Body But There Is One Thing That I Kind Of Wasn't ExpectingHappy Monday!If you have never heard about the basic in's and out's of intermittent fasting or need encouragement while taking a break from sugar, tap in to todays episode. I'm sharing the basics of what IF looks like for me plus also sharing one thing that happened as a result of my body getting back on track.As noted in the episode this is not medical advice. Please speak with a medical professional if you are considering starting your own journey. ********I've FINALLY started the BGSC Youtube channel. Click here...2024-04-0850 minBluegrass Soccer CastBluegrass Soccer Cast#57: MLS Lockout shenanigans With Paul Terry 🎙️ Welcome to Bluegrass Soccer Cast 🎙️ Your ultimate destination for everything soccer in Kentucky and beyond! Dive deep into the heart of soccer with exclusive interviews, in-depth coverage, and passionate discussions about soccer teams across the region. #mls #lockout #USSoccer #Soccer #referee 👥 Meet Your Hosts Jimmie Martin: The co-founder and charismatic voice bringing you insightful soccer commentary and stories from the beautiful game. Jon Hunt: The dynamic co-host offering expert analysis and vibrant discussions on the latest in soccer. 🔗 Follow Jon Hunt's Insights Twitter:   / j_hunt1123   Instagram:   / j_hunt23   Blog: Jon's USL League One Thoughts 📰 Stay Updated with Our News Website Catch the latest socc...2024-03-071h 04Bluegrass Soccer CastBluegrass Soccer Cast#56: TV Deals and Kit Reveals 🎙️ Welcome to Bluegrass Soccer Cast 🎙️ Your ultimate destination for everything soccer in Kentucky and beyond! Dive deep into the heart of soccer with exclusive interviews, in-depth coverage, and passionate discussions about soccer teams across the region. 👥 Meet Your Hosts Jimmie Martin: The co-founder and charismatic voice bringing you insightful soccer commentary and stories from the beautiful game. Jon Hunt: The dynamic co-host offering expert analysis and vibrant discussions on the latest in soccer. 🔗 Follow Jon Hunt's Insights Twitter: https://twitter.com/J_hunt1123 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j_hunt23/ Blog: Jon's USL League One Thoughts 📰 Stay Updated with Our News Website Ca...2024-03-051h 02Brown Girl Self-CareBrown Girl Self-CareIs It Time To Pause The Podcast? Perhaps! Don't Be Afraid To REST/RESTORE Or Create White Space!Happy Monday!In today's episode I'm getting a little personal and sharing a small slice of my thoughts on the future of BGSC Podcast. After listening today I'd love it if you took some time to think about if you are intentionally releasing and making space in your life for not only rest but also for change.Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Wonderful Pistachios: https://WonderfulPistachios.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brown-girl-self-care/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/br...2024-03-0442 minBluegrass Soccer CastBluegrass Soccer Cast#55: With Andrew Minnis | SIFC Sporting Director 🎙️ Welcome to Bluegrass Soccer Cast 🎙️ Your ultimate destination for everything soccer in Kentucky and beyond! Dive deep into the heart of soccer with exclusive interviews, in-depth coverage, and passionate discussions about soccer teams across the region. 👥 Meet Your Hosts Jimmie Martin: The co-founder and charismatic voice bringing you insightful soccer commentary and stories from the beautiful game. Jon Hunt: The dynamic co-host offering expert analysis and vibrant discussions on the latest in soccer. 🔗 Follow Jon Hunt's Insights Twitter:   / j_hunt1123   Instagram:   / j_hunt23   Blog: Jon's USL League One Thoughts 📰 Stay Updated with Our News Website Catch the latest soccer news across professional, sem...2024-02-271h 11Brown Girl Self-CareBrown Girl Self-CareI Did It Y'all! Finally Releasing YT Content!Hey, hey! This week's episode is a little different! After saying for some time now that I'd be doing BGSC videos on Youtube, I've recorded my first real video. This process is absolutely not comfortable for me but I want to show you that it's possible to follow your purpose even when it feels scary to put yourself out there.In this weeks episode, which is audio from the YT video, I'm reintroducing myself, sharing my thoughts on how money does NOT motivate me as I walk in my purpose, and how there are times that even...2024-02-1943 minI Am The Cute OneI Am The Cute OneThe Family StoneHappy New Year, Cuties! This week, Donny and Chelsea are watching "The Family Stone," a movie that makes them both ugly cry and makes Donny... let's say feel the love. The two discuss the best movies to make your family watch after a grandparent passes, horror stories of BGSC and the ER, and a morning that left Dr. Bald SHOOK. Then, they participate in the most divisive debate of all time: Team Meredith or Team Stone Family? But if this episode is too much for you, watch "Junebug" instead.Subscribe to our Patreon for...2024-01-011h 01Brown Girl Self-CareBrown Girl Self-CareGentle Reminder: You Can't Control EverythingHey, hey!I'm sharing a gentle reminder with you today, one that I think we need to hear many times. We can't control everything and there are going to be times where you'll need to take a step back, lean into your faith, trust God and know that things will work out for your better good. You know I have a backstory for you, right? Listen to todays episode to find out what that is and how I am using this gentle reminder even though I may have to spend hundreds of dollars handling an...2023-12-1834 minVamos MoradosVamos MoradosEpisode 79: Mega Pod with Bluegrass Soccer CastWhat's better than 2? How about 4! In this week's episode, Jon Hunt and Jimmie Martin of the Bluegrass Soccer Cast join Benton and Zach to recap a disappointing weekend. First, the guys dive into what they are into off the pitch then they dive into Louisville City's big match to determine playoff s seeding & how they fells so short. Then, it's the end of the road for Racing Louisville. The guys react to another tough loss and quickly look ahead to the future Rate, Review, and Subscribe and you'll get a special patch on the jacket of Zach...2023-10-211h 26Brown Girl Self-CareBrown Girl Self-CareSurviving An Aneurysm Plus Knowing That God Didn't Put Me Here To Be Mediocre With Robin Robinson (BGSC Community Member)Hey Y'all!So I'm trying something new for this episode. Several weeks ago I sat down and had a virtual conversation with someone directly from the BGSC community. I did this because just like it's important to hear from people that may be a bit more mainstream on the show it's also important to hear from women just like me and you directly from our community.Robin is sort of a "Jill of all trades." She's done a ton in her life thus far including acting, writing, painting and even standup! Currently she's hosting her...2023-10-1658 minLet\'s Be Diverse: Solutions for HR Leaders, Managers and the WorkforceLet's Be Diverse: Solutions for HR Leaders, Managers and the WorkforceWomen in career transition and support                On this episode, Andrew chats with Meghan Pollard, an experienced Program Coordinator at BGSC about career transitions for women. Transitions are a normal part of life, and yet women don’t always get the support they need when making these transitions. You’ll learn common barriers to career shifts and strategies to navigate them successfully.2023-02-2825 minBrown Girl Self-CareBrown Girl Self-CareI Was Afraid I'd Let Black Women Down Last YearIn this weeks episode I'm getting real about how I was so afraid I'd let down the BGSC community last year plus three ways I'm releasing expectations of "Black Excellence" as I move forward.Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Wonderful Pistachios: https://WonderfulPistachios.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brown-girl-self-care/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2023-01-1640 minBrown Girl Self-CareBrown Girl Self-Care5 Things I Am Letting Go Of In 2022. You With Me?Hey, Hey Beautiful Black Woman!I'm sharing five things with you today that I/we want to consider releasing as we head in to a brand new year. Email me at connect@browngirlselfcare.com and let me know what I'm missing from the list.I'm so thankful for you. YES, YOU!! So glad that you are a part of the BGSC community whether you are a listener, hang out with me on social, support on Patreon or work with me privately. This healing and inner work we are doing is a tremendous way to honor...2022-12-0547 minBrown Girl Self-CareBrown Girl Self-CareShadow Work Talk + A Reminder That Our Time Here Is Not Endless So Prioritize Yourself NOWHey, hey! In this episode of the BGSC podcast I'm sharing a part of my shadow work process plus giving you a "tough love" reminder that our time here won't last forever, so prioritize yourself and live your life NOW.Have a self-care question that you'd like to see answered on the show? Email it to connect@browngirlselfcare.com.Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Wonderful Pistachios: https://WonderfulPistachios.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brown-girl-self-care/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://re...2022-11-2850 minBrown Girl Self-CareBrown Girl Self-CareNever Been Married. Over 40. Am I Lonely?Hey, hey! Welcome back to the BGSC podcast. In todays episode I want to get real with you about being a woman "of a certain age." Yes, i'm in my late 40's. Yes, I am single. Yep, I've never been married. You may be wondering a few things like...have I ever been engaged? How long have I been single? Do I get lonely? Would I ever date anything other than a Black man?Let's go ahead and talk about it! Grab your tea, settle in somewhere and let's get into it....2022-09-1938 minBrown Girl Self-CareBrown Girl Self-CareShift Away From Legalism And Fill Your Life With The Grace Black Women Are Worthy OfHello Beautiful Black Woman, Let's talk a smidge about legalism and how the pressure or influence to do everything by the book is what prevents you from allowing yourself grace. Write this quote down in your journal or stick it on your wall with a post-it:  "Allow grace - not legalism - to be the foundation for your practice (Peter Scazzero). If you are curious about the book I mentioned, view it here* -> Emotionally Healthy Spirituality . **************************** This episode has graciously been sponsored by Fitbeads a company that offers s...2022-08-0825 minBrown Girl Self-CareBrown Girl Self-Care4 Surprising Ways You May Have Not Be A Safe Space For Black WomenHello Beautiful Black Woman! Welcome back to the Brown Girl Self-Care Podcast.  In today's episode I'm sharing four surprising ways you may have not been a safe space for another Black woman.  This episode is not about judgement or blame but about awareness and reflection as we continue leaning into community care and support for one another. Patreon supporters of the BGSC podcast get exclusive access to BGSC self-care support group sessions.  Join today -> Patreon.com/browngirlselfcareOur Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Wonderful Pis...2022-07-1136 minMoney MakersMoney MakersTalking Trusts: Weekly Review with Simon Elliott (25 Jun 2022)Jonathan Davis, editor of the Investment Trusts Handbook, and Simon Elliott, head of investment trust research at Winterflood Securities, review the week and the main market movements in the latest edition of our weekly investment trust podcast. Trusts mentioned this week (with tickers) include: LXI REIT (LXI), Warehouse REIT (WHR), Downing Renewables and Infrastructure (DORE), Foresight Sustainable Forestry (FSF), Impact Healthcare REIT (IHR), BMO Global Smaller Companies Trust (BGSC) / The Global Smaller Companies Trust (GSCT), Monks Investment Trust (MNKS), Hansa Investment Company (HAN/HANA), Momentum Multi Asset Value Trust (MAVT), BlackRock Income and Growth Investment Trust (BRIG), Henderson Opportunities Trust...2022-06-2552 minBrown Girl Self-CareBrown Girl Self-CareReturning To My Roots With Earthing and Growing FoodHey, hey! Welcome back to the BGSC Podcast.  If you have been struggling to feel centered or recharged, this episode is for you because it may hold the missing key in your self-care practice.  In this episode I'm sharing a bit about earthing, the practice of connecting physically with the earth as well as growing my own food.  Yes, after 4 or 5 years I've finally moved forward on getting a balcony garden started.  Earthing (or grounding) as well as growing my own food are tools for my self-care kit that are both helping me to not only tap into...2022-05-3025 minBoard Game Social ClubBoard Game Social ClubEpisode 15 - HellapagosJust sit right back and You'll hear a tale, heck, you'll hear a couple. Join the guys as they mix it up a little and go off script on a new game; Hellapagos!  2022-04-261h 23Money MakersMoney MakersTalking Trusts: Weekly Review with Simon Elliott (18 December 2021)Jonathan Davis, editor of the Investment Trusts Handbook, and Simon Elliott, head of investment trust research at Winterflood Securities, review the week and the main market movements in the latest edition of our weekly investment trust podcast. Trusts mentioned this week (with tickers) include: GCP Student Living (DIGS), Greencoat Renewables (GRP), Greencoat UK Wind (UKW), Gresham House Strategic (GHS), Triple Point Social Housing REIT (SOHO), BH Macro (BHMG), Chrysalis Investments (CHRY), BMO Global Smaller Companies (BGSC), Majedie Investments (MAJE), Migo Opportunities Trust (MIGO), Securities Trust of Scotland (STS), Artemis Alpha (ATS), Finsbury Growth and Income (FGT), Oryx International Growth Fund...2021-12-181h 04CONKERS\' CORNERCONKERS' CORNERTWIN PETES INVESTING Podcast no.62: Are these current winning stocks also future winners? FORD, TESLA, RIVIAN, MARKS & SPENCER, ITV, CENTRICA, VOLKSWAGEN, ELECTRIC VEHICLES, DARKTRACE, RESTAURANT GROUP, FUNDS Ai, ML, INVESTING, TRADING, CHARITY & MoreThe topics, stocks and shares mentioned/discussed include: Are these current #winning stocks also future #winners? Marks & Spencer  MKS ITV Royal Dutch Shell  RDSA RDSB Centrica  CNA Direct Line  DLG Tesla $TSLA Rivian $RIVN Ford $F Volkswagen $VW Electric Vehicles EV EVs FTSE 100 Investing Vs Trading Investment Trusts Dividend Heroes BMO Global Smaller Companies IT  BGSC International Private Partnerships Ltd  INPP Bull crosses Market Resistance Santa Rally? Inflation Oil prices Low volume Market conviction Long term investing Vs Short term trading Wall of worry Darktrace  DARK Restaurant Group  RTN On The Beach  OTB Psychology Europe / Covid Cybersecurity Ai ML Season...2021-11-191h 18Board Game Social ClubBoard Game Social ClubHappy Hour 2Grab that Old Fashioned, Light your fire pit, and enjoy this Deck-side chat with the Guys and special guest Bob-O as they delve into another round with Risk Legacy. 2021-07-291h 06Board Game Social ClubBoard Game Social ClubEpisode 14 - Back to the FutureDoc, Are you telling me the Guys are making a podcast........ Out of a DeLorean?! Join the guys as they get fast and loose discussing things of the past, in the future.   Intro - 0:00:00 Welcome - 0:05:32 Game Description - 0:08:18 Favorite Parts - 0:23:26 Strategy - 0:32:47 Drinking or Not? - 0:41:37 Number of People - 0:44:15 Make a Rule! - 0:46:54 Ratings - 0:56:57 Scoreboard Update - 1:07:23 Closing - 1:10:32 2021-07-031h 18Money MakersMoney MakersTalking Trusts: Weekly Review with Simon Elliott (26 June 2021)Jonathan Davis, editor of the Investment Trusts Handbook, and Simon Elliott, head of investment trust research at Winterflood Securities, review the week and the main market movements in the latest edition of our weekly investment trust podcast. Trusts mentioned this week (with tickers) include: BH Macro (BHMG) / BH Global (BHGG), Crystal Amber (CRS), LXI REIT (LXI), Round Hill Music Royalty Fund (RHM), Bankers Investment Trust (BNKR), Scottish Investment Trust (SCIN), BMO Global Smaller Companies (BGSC), Hansa Investment Company (HAN), BlackRock Income and Growth (BRIG), Chelverton UK Dividend Trust (SDV), Schroder UK Mid Cap (SCP), Aberdeen Emerging Markets (AEMC), Utilico Emerging...2021-06-2653 minBoard Game Social ClubBoard Game Social ClubEpisode 13 - CarcassonneJoin the guys as they discuss the game with a million little expansions, Carcassonne!    Intro - 0:00:00 Welcome - 0:02:00 Game Description - 0:06:27 Favorite Parts - 0:18:34 Strategy - 0:30:09 Drinking or Not? - 0:43:01 Number of People - 0:48:11 Make a Rule! - 0:56:30 Ratings - 1:11:15 Scoreboard Update - 1:19:25 Closing - 1:20:08 2021-04-231h 25Confidence RestoredConfidence Restored39: How Carmen Jones, Founder and CEO of The Black Girl Social Club, is Promoting Black Girl Magic ALWAYSOn this episode of The CC: America Podcast host Tomeria Jordan is joined by Carmen Jones, Founder and CEO of The Black Girl Social Club (BGSC). This episode is chock full of Black Girl Magic. During this episode Carmen talks about: How life events have shaped the person that she is Lessons learned from her career journey Defining Black Girl Magic Founding The Black Girl Social Club Benefits of joining BGSC Being on the Advisory Board for The Birth Equity Advocacy Project (BEAP) birthequityap.org BEAP lobbies, advocates and raises awareness for racial equity in maternal care Goal...2021-04-1932 minBoard Game Social ClubBoard Game Social ClubEpisode 12 -VillainousWhat’s your favorite Disney movie?  Join the guys as they dive into a game that will be a favorite of fans of the house of mouse for years to come.  Which is pretty much everyone.  After all, what monster doesn’t love Disney?   Intro - 0:00:00 Welcome - 0:02:07 Game Description - 0:05:24 Favorite Parts - 0:16:30 Strategy - 0:32:47 Drinking or Not? - 0:47:25 Number of People - 0:49:57 Make a Rule! - 0:58:09 Other “Villainous” Worlds? - 1:05:55 Ratings - 1:18:10 Closing - 1:26:222021-01-151h 28Money MakersMoney MakersTalking Trusts: Weekly Review with Simon Elliott (19 December 2020)Jonathan Davis, editor of the Investment Trusts Handbook, and Simon Elliott, head of investment trust research at Winterflood Securities, review the week and the main market movements in the latest edition of our weekly investment trust podcast. Trusts mentioned this week (with tickers) include: Gulf Investment Fund (GIF), Ecofin US Renewables Infrastructure (RNEW), Gore Street Energy Storage (GSF), Round Hill Music Royalty (RHM), Schroder BSC Social Impact Trust (SBSI), BMO Global Smaller Companies (BGSC), The Scottish Investment Trust (SCIT), Aberdeen Diversified Income and Growth (ADIG), Finsbury Growth and Income (FGT), Miton UK Microcap (MINI), River and Mercantile UK Micro Cap...2020-12-1949 minBoard Game Social ClubBoard Game Social ClubEpisode 11 - Clans of CaledoniaBack and good as ever, join the guys as they talk stock markets, exports, and solidify the fact that sheep do in fact produce wool! Intro - 0:00:00 Welcome - 0:01:13 Game Description - 0:05:24 Favorite Parts - 0:19:48 Strategy - 0:32:58 Drinking or Not? - 0:51:44 Number of People - 0:56:47 Make a Rule! - 1:03:55 Ratings - 1:25:16 Closing - 1:34:29 2020-11-151h 39Black Women in WellnessBlack Women in WellnessTwo Black Girls Go to A FarmFor this interview, I sit down with friend and Black Girl Social Club -- Costa Rica Chapter President Celesté Lawson. We have a chit chat about a recent volunteer project we did at the Pro-Huerta Guanacaste Community Garden. Born in Queens, NY and bred in Columbia, South Carolina, Celesté is from the best of both worlds. Celesté served in the US Army for 4 years including a 1 year deployment in Operation Iraqi Freedom. She is a proud mother of one 17 year daughter who is a National High School Scholar, Varsity Volleyball player, and is currently being scouted by mul...2020-11-0823 minBoard Game Social ClubBoard Game Social ClubHappy Hour 1Cozy up with a happy hour beverage of your choice and join the guys for a "quick" hangout session to discuss a new legacy game! 2020-11-031h 13Board Game Social ClubBoard Game Social ClubEpisode 10 - ClueWhat do John Snow, Ron Weasley, Homer Simpson, and Colonel Mustard have in common?  They’re all cast members in the game Clue!  Join the guys on their 10th episode as they discuss this deceivingly complex game of murder and deduction.   Intro - 0:00:00 Welcome - 0:01:31 Game Description - 0:06:06 Themed Clue - 0:16:46 Favorite Parts - 0:22:33 Strategy - 0:30:14 Drinking or Not? - 0:50:04 Number of People - 0:53:28 Make a Rule! - 1:02:16 What’s your favorite BGSC game so far? - 1:12:44 ...2020-09-071h 35Ethan HeinEthan HeinThis Means Something (disquiet0453)An imaginary first contact message from aliens to Earth. The science fiction cliche is that they would send us the prime numbers. So I set up a MIDI clip of synths playing notes in bursts of the first eight primes. Then I thought, how would aliens help draw attention to it as something significant we should be paying attention to? Well, they'd be monitoring our TV and radio signals, and they would know about music, and we use it to organize and focus our attention. So they'd want a drum pattern underneath, something with enough symmetry to be clearly ordered...2020-09-0403 minBoard Game Social ClubBoard Game Social ClubEpisode 9 - Machi KoroAND WE'RE BACK! The guys have a lot to say after taking a little break.  In this episode the guys are talkin’ ‘bout all things dice! Join them as they nerd out over probability and talk about a simple little game where anyone can be the champion, even if probability isn’t your thing.     Welcome - 0:00:42 Game Description - 0:04:14 Expansion vs. Extension - 0:11:27 Favorite Parts - 0:12:58 A Few Critiques - 0:25:05 Strategy - 0:29:39 Drinking or Not? - 0:47:10 Number of People - 0:50:15 Does pr...2020-08-211h 42Board Game Social ClubBoard Game Social ClubEpisode 8 - Ticket to RideJoin the guys as they discuss a game that will become a favorite to be played for years to come.  They also get to the bottom of a smokey conundrum.   Get your copy of Ticket to Ride! https://www.amazon.com/s?k=ticket+to+ride&ref=nb_sb_noss   Welcome - 02:28 Game Description - 04:57 Favorite Parts - 21:09 Strategy - 31:36 Drinking or Not? - 48:39 Number of People - 56:33 Wild Card! - 01:02:20 Who would you recommend thi...2020-07-031h 34Board Game Social ClubBoard Game Social ClubEpisode 7 Part 2 - CatanJeremy, Vanessa, and the guys discuss the expansions of Catan, plus they answer a few critical questions in this seconed part to their discussion of Catan.   Get your copy of each game! Base game: https://amzn.to/3dZZKvU Base game extension: https://amzn.to/30AYoDH Seafarers: https://amzn.to/3fgdhzx Seafarers extension: https://amzn.to/2zwo75m Cities and Knights expansion and extension: https://amzn.to/2UE8dgp Traders and Barbarians: https://amzn.to/2UD7sV8 Traders and Barbarians extension: https://a...2020-06-201h 10Board Game Social ClubBoard Game Social ClubEpisode 7 Part 1 - CatanHelp the guys welcome their first guests, Jeremy and Vanessa, as they discuss the classic gateway strategy game Catan!    Get your copy of each game! Base game: https://amzn.to/3dZZKvU Base game extension: https://amzn.to/30AYoDH Seafarers: https://amzn.to/3fgdhzx Seafarers extension: https://amzn.to/2zwo75m Cities and Knights expansion and extension: https://amzn.to/2UE8dgp Traders and Barbarians: https://amzn.to/2UD7sV8 Traders and Barbarians extension: https://amzn.to/2zrBlAh Explorers and Pi...2020-06-121h 15Board Game Social ClubBoard Game Social ClubEpisode 6 - Secret HitlerJoin the guys as they discuss one of the most fun (and controversial?) party games they’ve played.  And speaking of party, AJ tells a fun little story to get the show started.    Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/2XeLKbG   Intro - 0:00 Music and Welcome - 1:36 Game Description - 3:27 Social! - 13:32 Favorite Part of the Game - 16:30 Strategy - 23:45 Drinking or Not? - 44:37 Number of People - 53:22 Fan Question! Rule modification - 56:58 Is it...2020-05-291h 31Board Game Social ClubBoard Game Social ClubEpisode 5 - JawsIn this episode, the guys analyze a game inspired by a movie that brought terror to the hearts of beach goers everywhere.  Meanwhile, AJ learns about beer-mosas!    Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/2ZvryUk   Welcome - 1:03 Game Description - 4:36 Favorite Part of the game - 27:34 Strategy - 38:04 The Rules vs Real Life - 58:08 Jaws the Movie - 1:02:52 Act 1 vs. Act 2 - 1:05:21 Drinking or Not - 1:06:22 Initial Impressions - 1:12:58 Did the Movie Give Away...2020-05-151h 27Board Game Social ClubBoard Game Social ClubEpisode 4 - CultIn this episode, Josh drives his point home while the guys discuss their most complicated game yet.   Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/2LX2u0q   Intro Music - 00:01:07 Welcome - 00:01:23 Game Description - 00:03:56 Favorite Thing - 00:18:20 Strategy - 00:24:02 Drinking or Not - 00:34:08 Number of Players - 00:37:30 Best Way to Learn - 00:44:25 Favorite Cult - 00:50:43 Least Favorite Thing - 01:00:13 Ratings - 01:04:19 Farewell - 01:11:51 2020-04-301h 14Board Game Social ClubBoard Game Social ClubEpisode 3 - PandemicTwo’s company, three’s a…..social club! The guys welcome a new co-host, Josh, as they take on a game that is almost too real right now.   Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/2A9XkeP 2020-04-161h 25Board Game Social ClubBoard Game Social ClubEpisode 2 - RiskIn this episode the guys take on the topic of world domination and reminisce about the past.  Also AJ teaches a new phrase that may or may not catch on.   Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/2WZVW7Q   2020-04-021h 12Board Game Social ClubBoard Game Social ClubEpisode 1 - SmallworldJoin the guys in their first podcast episode ever as they discuss the game Smallworld. 2020-03-221h 03Brown Girl Self-CareBrown Girl Self-Care9 Ways to "Win" During the Coronavirus PandemicSo here we are, sis.  The coronavirus is definitely a thing and we are doing our best to stay calm but ahead of the curve while new updates keep coming in and stressing us out. To maintain a sense of normalcy the BGSC podcast will be updated twice a week (instead of once) in the hopes of encouraging self-care while we wait to see what the effects will be over the next few weeks.  So with that said, today I'm giving you 9 ways to stay calm as well as keep moving forward while we are in this se...2020-03-1445 minBrown Girl Self-CareBrown Girl Self-CareHello? It's Me.Hello Beautiful Brown Girl.  I've been waiting for this day for a while now!  My name is Bre and I'm the Head Self-Care Pusher (HSP) behind the scenes of Brown Girl Self-Care Co.  I'm also right alongside you while we navigate this job that has been thrust upon us which is taking care of ourselves completely and doing so with love and forgiveness in an unapologetic way.     In today's episode I introduce myself and spend a few minutes telling you why I started BGSC.  If you have any questions or topics you'd like to see discuss...2019-03-3109 min