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The Highlife DropoutsBreast ReductionThis episode is about Staci's breast reduction journey. We talk breast size changes, how clothes fit now and how neck and back pain has gone away. This was recorded back in November, Staci is now 8 months post-op and is happy to share more about her experience if you reach out directly.
2025-04-2541 minThe Highlife DropoutsOversharingWe're back! We recorded this back in January, yes, January...In this episode we talk about oversharing, what we consider oversharing, the content we love and what we don't really enjoy. We also talk a little about our pre-pandemic lives because can you believe it's been 5 years! Happy listening!xoxoCrystal and Staci
2025-04-1844 minThe Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us for Luigi MangioneSurprise Dropouts! I know, we said we wouldn't be back till January but Robin Hoodie aka The Regulator aka Luigi brought us out of our winter hibernation.
Lets talk health insurance, CEO's, and the end of 2024.
2024-12-1651 minThe Highlife DropoutsThe Final UpdateBuckle Up!
In this episode we share updates on our content creation journey, highlighting the challenges and successes we face in content creation.
We conclude with future plans for the podcast and engagement, emphasizing the importance of consistency and connection with all of you, our loyal listeners.
xxo
2024-11-1927 min
Celebrating WomenWork From Home Inspiration with Staci RotelloSend us a textMandee chats with her friend, Staci Rotello, about working from home, success tips and more. They talk about the little things that make her successful as well as her morning routine and her dedication to family.Try the new premium Diamond Glow facial at Hand & Stone Massage & Facial Spa Tyler Book your appointment today! Have you ever wished for a protein drink that’s light, refreshing, and crystal clear? Want to be one of the first to try it? Order now - Subscribe and Save to snag...
2024-10-2235 minThe Highlife DropoutsThirst Traps - Post Em! | Spicy StanceSpicy Stances are back!
Lets talk about thirst traps and sexy photos. Do you post them online, and how thirsty does it get? Come quench our thirst besties :P
2024-09-3032 min
The Robert Lewis Podcast🔮The Radio Realtors Just Past Midyear Crystal Ball Housing Forecast🎱
Tune in to The Radio Realtors Podcast for a Magical Real Estate Journey!
Join Robert Lewis from California Real Estate Professionals and eXp Realty, for a show packed with mystical forecasts, expert interviews, exclusive listings, and master negotiation tips!
Here’s what we’ve got brewing for you this week:
The Radio Realtors Just Past Midyear Crystal Ball Housing Forecast - Our crystal ball isn't just for show! We’re peering into the future of the housing market to give you the insights you need. Will the market go up? Will it crome down? Tune i...
2024-09-0952 minThe Highlife DropoutsBig Books, Big BrainsIt’s a book episode! Lots of chisme and updates then we talk books. Have you joined our bookclub? ;)
2024-09-0356 minThe Highlife DropoutsLay Low, Layoffs Are Coming0:00 Chisme15:16 Game Time! Overrated, Underrated29:50 Layoffs48:45 John Update
2024-08-1957 minThe Highlife DropoutsHome Renos & Blood BathsI started my period in the middle of the damn race.
Welcome Back dropouts!
Today we talk about periods, diy projects, and home renovations.
2024-07-2458 minThe Highlife DropoutsB-Team FriendsHey Dropouts!
Are you an A-team friend or did you get benched? Staci and Crystal talk about merging friend groups and finding out you weren't invited. Staci also shares her latest creepy encounters.
00:00 Chisme and Life Updates
03:19 Staci's Creep Encounters
22:25 Are Staci and Crystal in sync?
28:33 Merging Friend Groups
46:03Dealing with Awkwardness in New Social Settings
57:20 Book Clubs and Smut
2024-07-161h 02The Highlife DropoutsWhat's Your Body Count?Hi Dropouts, we're back!
Girthy or long? Lets talk size and body counts.
Note this is a true car episode - so road noise is in the background. Generally our audio is not like this :P
2024-07-0956 min
Crystal's SpotOrganize to Scale with Staci Gray This week on Crystal's Spot, host Crystal Swearingen invites Staci Gray, the visionary founder behind Organize to Scale, for a transformative discussion on building a business that flourishes without consuming you. Organize to Scale has carved a niche in empowering content creators and real estate syndicators to execute strategies for profit and peace of mind, ensuring they don't lose themselves to operational chaos or compromise their relationships. In an episode of practical wisdom and actionable insights, Crystal and Staci delve into the philosophies and strategies underpinning a truly scalable business. They explore the delicate balance b...
2024-04-1523 minThe Highlife DropoutsWhat’s Your Sign? Lets Talk AstrologyBaby what’s your sign? Happy vernal equinox!
As the astrology year begins a new and heralds the beginning of longer days, we thought, lets talk about astrology. Cheryl joins us from New York to answer our questions and talk through sun, moon and rising signs.
2024-03-2040 minThe Highlife DropoutsBecoming Better PodcastersWELCOME BACK DROPOUTS!
In this episode, Staci and Crystal celebrate their one-year podcast anniversary and discuss their plans for season three. They share personal updates, including Crystal leaving her job and Staci’s house renovations. The hosts also talk about their book club, upcoming topics, and the importance of engaging with listeners on social media. They consider exploring spicy and controversial topics, navigating political conflicts, and discussing body image.
00:00 One Year Anniversary
01:30 Personal Updates
07:30 SII Plans
2024-03-0828 min
"Crystal Loves Texas" PodcastDo You REALLY Know Staci Childs? - "Crystal Loves Texas" PodcastDo You REALLY Know Her?Tonight on my “Crystal Loves Texas” Podcast...As the youngest member of Texas’ elected State Board of Education, Houston’s District 4 member, Attorney Staci Childs, from the outside looking in, appeared to have ALL the boxes checked!Career success, public adulation, beauty, talent, and brains, but something was still missing. An inner void that could not be filled no matter how hard she tried. But then something happened... Meet her up close and personal tonight!Please SHARE!
2024-02-1551 minThe Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us For Decolonizing Foods w/AmirahHappy Thanksgiving or Happy F*** Colonizers Day, which is what our special guest, Amirah Islam calls it.
Today, take time to learn all about Amirah, about her Bengali roots, her passion for cooking and her experience on winning Top Chef Amateurs. Don't forget to give credit where credit is due when it comes to trying new foods.
0:00 Intro
3:26 Getting to know Amirah
12:25 Top Chef Amateurs
19:30 Bengali flavors
27:50 The American food culture
42:35 What to order from a Bengali restaurant
2023-11-2347 minThe Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us for Celebrity MemoirsDropouts, we're back!
Today we chat about dating apps, Jada, Britney, and Taylor Swift.
0:00 Updates with Crystal and Staci
14:50 Taylor Swift
24:10 Jada Picket Smith
26:55 Britney
30:24 Book Club Launch ( https://tinyurl.com/HLDOBookClub )
34:46 Dating Apps
42:00 Celebrity Crushes
2023-11-1647 min
Dreamslayer Studios: RPG PodcastOZARK06 - Ozark Requiem Part 6 - Family Matters - An Everyday Heroes Horror RPG CampaignThe Protectors head to Crystal Cove to scout out the Bella Vista Estate that stands as a haven for a band of vampires using humans as cattle. But the Crystal Cove houses secrets of it's own. Join us for a special Halloween episode of Abaddon's Descent - An Ozark Requiem, where we pay homage to The Hills Have Eyes and Texas Chainsaw Massacre!Editor's Note: We added visuals from our Foundry Virtual Tabletop so you could follow along with the action, but there seems to have been some issues with the recording software - so if it...
2023-11-082h 10The Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us For Superstitions (Happy Halloween)Happy Halloween!!!
Are superstitions really superstitions or are they cultural norms? We know y'all believe in ghosting, but do you believe in ghosts, fairies and demons? Hear what we have to say and don't worry, it's not that spooky of an episode, but Staci does give off some ASMR vibes in this one ;)
Thanks for the support, have fun and be safe tonight!
xoxo
Crystal and Staci
2023-10-3149 minThe Highlife DropoutsBoo, I'm A Ghost (Ending Relationships)Ghosting, icing, simmering, call it what you want, but is it an appropirate way to end a relationship? Today's spicy stance is all about the ghost. All we can say is, boo - we're ghosts.
2023-10-1929 minThe Highlife DropoutsSoul Mates? (Spicy Stances Series)Do you believe in love at first sight? What about soul mates? Staci and Crystal talk love and destiny.
2023-10-1124 minThe Highlife DropoutsThey're Cheating, What Would You Do? (Spicy Stances Series)Would you tell a friends S/O they were being cheated on?
Staci and Crystal say....
0:00 Chisme with Crystal Marie and Staci D
8:50 To tell or not to tell? Spicy starts here
Wellllll, we really have different opinions, find out which one of us leans towards 'Yea bc no one deserves that!' and/or 'Look, snitches get stitches', the only way to learn is by listening!
We hope you love listening to these new segments as much as we love recording them. Follow us on instagram to see what hot topic we're covering next, and to take part in...
2023-10-0332 minThe Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us For Social Media Nostalgia w/LizThrowback Thursday drop!
Did you know that MySpace launched in 2003 and in 2006 it was the #1 website on the internet, valued at $12B? We knew it was hot but some of us deactivated before saving all of our pictures, OH WELL!
This episode is so much fun, we're all over the place *BUT* we talk paying for content, MySpace and Facebook albums, emails and screen names and we discuss what keeps us on the internet...news flash, mostly the comments ;)
Thanks for listening!
2023-09-1457 minThe Highlife DropoutsShould You Bring Your S/O on a Friends Only Trip? (Spicy Stances Series)Would you ever invite your S/O on a friends only trip? Staci and Crystal
say, "Hell, No!"
Hey Dropouts! Same us but a spicier format: Spicy Stances with Staci D and Crystal Marie
We hope you love listening to these new segments as much as we love recording them. Not to worry, we still have our regularly scheduled hour-long convos, but we thought we would give you some variety with these quick and fiery spicy stances. Follow us on instagram to see what hot topic we're covering next, and to take part in the conversation.
XO
SDD + CMM
2023-09-0618 minThe Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared us for Trad Wives ft. TrecaTraditional or modern, these days it seems your judged no matter where you land. We talk through the dichotomy between gender roles in relationships and whether enjoying being a traditional relationship makes you anti-feminist.
XO
SDD & CMM
2023-08-3058 minThe Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us for the Millennial Crisis ft LizThe Me Generation. Lets talk about it. In today's episode we take you through a timeline of events that shaped the Millennial generation and our outlook on life. From Rodney King to TikTok and everything in between.
This episode also features one of our favorite people, Liz! Here her perspective as a "cusper", on the cusp of genx and millennials.
0:00 Teaser
0:28 Chisme with Crystal, Liz and Staci
8:36 Gen Z slang
10:13 Threads & the Evolution of Social Media
15:47 Linkedin Influencers
18:18 "If...
2023-08-1657 minThe Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us for A Mid-Season UpdateWe missed y'all! But we're back and in today's episode there's lots of chisme AND we provide an update on what we have been cooking up for y'all. Literally, we have a cooking episode coming out soon.
Thanks for listening, we love y'all!
2023-08-0955 min
The Ringer Wrestling Show’Heels’ Season 2, Episode 2 ReviewDavid and Ben return as they recap the second episode of this season titled, ‘The Journey Is the Obstacle’ (03:25). They discuss Jack Spade’s continued struggles with balancing his wrestling career and personal life, the hope for Staci’s character to remain independent, where Crystal’s story line will go from here, and more. Also, they take a step behind the curtain as they are joined by the episode’s director, Peter Segal (42:38). They discuss how his past work in comedy contributes to the series, the wrestling lingo, the difficulties he faced while shooting the show, as well as the process...
2023-08-051h 11The Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us for an Identity Crisis ft KatyTrigger Warning: This episode does contain conversation around suicide.
If you need help or know someone who might need help, find resources here: Lifeline (988lifeline.org)
Three words to describe you at 19? Three words to describe you now? It was a huge difference for us too! This episode dives into changes in your identity and maintaining your individuality when you get into relationships.
2023-07-2727 minThe Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us For In-LawsHot take? We don't call our MIL's mom. Do you? Something we were not prepared for was our in-laws. Did we have a preconceived notion about what that relationship would look like? Yes? Did it come to fruition? No.
0:00 Chisme with Crystal and Staci D
6:12 The Awkwardness of In-Laws
17:17 Do you Call Your MIL Mom?
21:46 Priorities - Your Spouse or Your Parents
38:00 In-Law Advice
46:34 Vow Renewal
2023-07-1957 minThe Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us for College the Scam Ft. YasiMillenials know the rhetoric well - go to college or you'll never get anywhere. Our hot take? We were scammed. Hang out with us as we talk about being first gen college students, the pressure to go to college, and the things we wish we had known before embarking on our collegiate career.
Special thank to Yasi for spending this time with us. Find her on instagram - @yasimilani
0:00 It's Yasi Time
18:00 First Gen College Students
22:00 Barriers to Entry
26:20 The difference between affluent...
2023-07-121h 12
The Highlife DropoutsDear John, No One Prepared Us for Terrible BossesDear John, you were kind of the worst.
Anyone else have a John, or truly terrible boss? Let's talk about ridiculous corporate stories.
P.S We're back for season 2!
0:00 We're Back
3:21 JCP Photos
9:40 The Infamous Massage Story
2023-07-061h 05The Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us for Mothers DayHey Dropouts, celebrate Mothers Day with us!
Today we're celebrating our moms, and our very own Staci D, with a surprise guest --- Staci's Mom!
This is also available in video format on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=pZ2R3tmJzyE
Regular episodes will resume in July - stay wild!
XOXO
CMM & SDD
2023-05-181h 01The Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared us for a Season Finale!Wow - all we can say is wow. Eight episodes in eight weeks with about 100 listeners. I think we're speechless.
This was a passion project to help chase the rainy day grays away, and we got so much more than we bargained for in all of you. This is the last episode of this season, but don't worry, we will be back in July with more giggles and more guests.
Xo
SD & CC
2023-04-2041 minThe Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us For Body Image in the Age of Social MediaWhen we were teens there were no influencers. We just had celebrities trying to tell us how to dress. Now we get bombarded everywhere we go and its exhausting. One thing is for sure, our 20-year-old selves would never guess how we would feel about our bodies at 30.
00:00 Intro
00:49 Chisme with Staci and Crystal
05:05 Young Adult or Middle Aged?
07:36 Body Image Before 30
12:11 Story Time: Dirty Old Men are Always Around - Even in Your 30s
15:57 Does Social Media And Body Entitlement
19:04 Story...
2023-04-121h 03The Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us for Financial Emergencies - Finance Part 2Welcome back to part 2 of our finance episode! We get into the nitty gritty and talk about investments, budgeting and emergency funds.
0:00 Intro
0:38 Financial Advice from you
1:12 Investments
7:04 Budget
9:39 Emergency Funds
16:36 Our Financial Mix (Savings, Bills, Fun)
23:00 Frugality within Our Culture
25:46 Advice to our Younger Selves
2023-04-0829 minThe Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us For Finances - Part 1Paychecks, Investments and Budgets oh my! Such an intense topic we had to split it into two episodes.
Today we're talking finances and how things have shifted from our 20s to our 30s. Long since are the days we ate McDonalds on the regular and prayed we hadn't over drafted our bank accounts. However, the financial struggle is still real; it just looks different now.
0:00 Intro
0:59 Special Guest
2:59 Financial Demographics
13:30 Family History with Money
21:50 Money, Generosity & Friends
32:27 Pay Transparency at Work
40:45 Part 2
2023-04-0741 minThe Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us for Impostor SyndromeAnyone else feel like a fraud at work? Just us? Lets talk about it!
(0:00) Intro
(1:02) Chisme with Crystal and Staci
(9:46) Staci Story Time - Impostor Syndrome
(22:55) What is Impostor Syndrome
(24:12) Quiz Results
(38:51) Types of Impostor Syndrome
(46:37) Tips and Advice
2023-03-2955 min
The Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us for Adult FriendshipsHow do you make friends as an adult? You tell us!
Today we talk about making friends and breaking up with friends in your thirties.
2023-03-2249 minThe Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us For MarriageMarriage in your thirties? She looks a bit different than when we were in our twenties!
Today we talked about what it was like to get married young and what's changed in the decade since.
In this episode you'll find:
Ring Size - Does it matter?
Marital Finances - Separate, Combined & Prenups
Marriage Tips - Things we had to learn along the way so you don't have too!
2023-03-1550 minThe Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us For Tales of Corporate AmericaWelcome back dropouts - we have some juicy Tales from Corporate America for you today.
In today's episode we wanted to thank everyone that took the time to listen to our first episode last week, and for all the feedback. We really do appreciate it.
In the back half of today's episode, we drop two wild corporate experiences (which are actually quite tame compared to some other things we've experience).
Time Stamps to help you out:
The Storytelling Ground Rules (18:05)
Incident #1 - Lunar Calendars (20:52)
Incident # 2 - Tell me About Your Uterus (28:17)
And...
2023-03-0948 minThe Highlife DropoutsNo One Prepared Us for A PodcastHey dropouts, come hang out with us!
Follow along as we explore the world from a different lens - no longer chasing the high life we now have a vast amount of time on our hands.
After realizing that no one prepares you for the sudden realization that everything you've been told about success is a lie, season one of the Highlife Dropouts was born.
This season we focus on all the things we weren't prepared for, and spoiler, its A LOT.
In this "Get to Know Us" episode we talk about:
2023-03-0242 min
The Itty Bitty Belly CommitteeHow do we break up with the DIET MENTALITY cycle?!Buckle up for this week's episode- we're ranting and raving. Crystal and Staci dive into the idea of continuing to buy into the diet mentality lifestyle AFTER weight loss surgery. We discuss diets we tried before VSG and how we can create a healthier mindset post-op. Listen at your own risk!
Check us out at www.ittybittybelly.com or on IG: @ittybittybellycommittee @ibbc_staci @ibbc_crystal. Did you know you can leave us a voicemail and we'll maybe share it on an episode? Want to be on our podcast? We'd love to hear from yo...
2022-09-281h 04The Itty Bitty Belly CommitteeMoms with VSG- how the hell do you do it?!Are WLS moms the real superheroes of the world? This week Staci shares her experience watching her sister juggle being a mom of 3 littles all under 6 who are always hungry and we ponder how moms who have had weight loss surgery manage to take care of themselves AND their kids. We don't even feed our own husbands!
Check us out at www.ittybittybelly.com or on IG: @ittybittybellycommittee @ibbc_staci @ibbc_crystal. Did you know you can leave us a voicemail and we'll maybe share it on an episode? Want to...
2022-09-1329 minThe Itty Bitty Belly CommitteeSlipping and backsliding: when bad habits rear their ugly heads...Phew, this week is a doozy- we're talking bad habits and regressions that come back during this weight loss journey. Staci may or may not be a sugar junkie and Crystal's baby is calling the shots!
Check us out at www.ittybittybelly.com or on IG: @ittybittybellycommittee @ibbc_staci @ibbc_crystal. Did you know you can leave us a voicemail and we'll maybe share it on an episode? Want to be on our podcast? We'd love to hear from you. Please like, share and subscribe and leave a review!
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2022-09-0633 min
True Crime BroadsThe Daniel Underwood Case - Part Three - Interview with Daniel's Sister, StaciDaniel's sister, Staci Johnson, joins us today to describe the horrible events surrounding her brother's death.
2022-08-0121 minThe Itty Bitty Belly CommitteeInfertility, PCOS, and weight loss surgeryToday Crystal gets vulnerable (her favorite thing in the world) and shares her story about being diagnosed with PCOS at 14, her infertility journey and ultimately what weight loss surgery was able to do for her. (Spoiler alert) She's knocked up!
PCOS support: https://www.pcosaa.org/
Check us out at www.ittybittybelly.com or on IG: @ittybittybellycommittee @ibbc_staci @ibbc_crystal. Did you know you can leave us a voicemail and we'll maybe share it on an episode? Want to be on our podcast? We'd love to hear from you. Please like, s...
2022-07-1519 min
The Itty Bitty Belly CommitteeHacks! Staci is FULL of amazing cheats and hacks for post op.We're so happy to share Staci's trick tips and hacks for everything in the kitchen. Miss marshmallows or poptarts? We've got you!
Leave us YOUR favorite hack idea on IG with the hashtag: #ibbchacks
Check us out at www.ittybittybelly.com or on IG: @ittybittybellycommittee @ibbc_staci @ibbc_crystal. Did you know you can leave us a voicemail and we'll maybe share it on an episode? Want to be on our podcast? We'd love to hear from you. Please like, share and subscribe and leave a review!
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2022-06-1638 minThe Itty Bitty Belly CommitteeStaci's One Year Surgeversary Celebration!Our girl Staci has hit a huge milestone..... she just passed her one year surgery anniversary and we are SOOOO here for it! She shares her roses and thorns, her successes and her struggles, and how life is different now that she's taken back control of her life. Plus, she's posting bikini shots on her IG!! That is SOOO Petra of her.
Find her on IG @ibbc_staci and show her some love!
Check us out at www.ittybittybelly.com or on IG: @ittybittybellycommittee @ibbc_staci @ibbc_crystal. Did you know you ca...
2022-06-091h 07The Itty Bitty Belly CommitteeIs the bun in your oven gluten free?We’re back, baby!
Today we’re coming to you from the future, Staci is in Utah (one hour ahead from Crystal) and shes taking time out of her Vacay to chat! Crystal shares some big news and why she’s been slacking. We’re so happy to finally tell you what’s going on!
Check us out at www.ittybittybelly.com or on IG: @ittybittybellycommittee @ibbc_staci @ibbc_crystal.
Did you know you can leave us a voicemail and we'll maybe share it on an episode? Want to be...
2022-04-2158 min
Dem Black Mamas PodcastDBM Episode 42: Honoring Your Body, Creativity, and Embracing Motherhood on Your Own Terms featuring Staci Mitchell#DearMama, we’re about to embark on a meaningful conversation all about your body, creativity, and motherhood. And Staci Mitchell, a yogi, artist, and professor, helps us navigate this discussion all about the Black body, creativity, and Black motherhood. Staci is someone who embodies full power, joy, and energy, and we’re so excited to have her here today to share all about embracing motherhood on your own terms despite tradition, honoring your creativity and intention, and listening to your divine body. Church Announcements Thea: New Website: theamonyee.com Join Thea for Sacred Sundays by texting SACR...
2022-04-011h 02The Itty Bitty Belly CommitteeCrystal's One Year Surgeversary Celebration!Which COAST are you? Riveting questions and more like it are covered today! Crystal also shares her WHY for surgery, the big catalyst for making the decision to do it, and her current stats for her journey.
Check us out at www.ittybittybelly.com or on IG: @ittybittybellycommittee @ibbc_staci @ibbc_crystal.
Did you know you can leave us a voicemail and we'll maybe share it on an episode? Want to be on our podcast? We'd love to hear from you.
Please like, share and subscribe and lea...
2022-02-2346 minThe Itty Bitty Belly CommitteeEverything TECH with Jess!This week is so cool! We welcome special guest Jessica Darr, an amazing member of the Itty Bitty Belly Committee who shares ALL things tech to help with our VSG journeys. She also happens to be super plugged into the tech world and was so gracious to take the time to chat with us this week. You can find her on Instagram @jessdarr.
You can also find almost everything she mentions here, on Amazon, plus a few extra goodies!:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/27IGAYMSDKCTK?ref_=wl_s...
2022-01-271h 04The Itty Bitty Belly CommitteeBags Bags BagsToday we are sharing what we brought to the hospital for surgery! From socks to chapstick, we tell it all and then some. Connect with us on Instagram @ittybittybellycommittee and @ibbc_crystal @ibbc_staci.
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2021-12-2930 minThe Itty Bitty Belly CommitteeSo… what do YOU eat everyday?Our diets change drastically after surgery and we share what we eat! Please connect with us on Instagram @ibbc_crystal and @staci_sleeved.
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2021-12-2347 minThe Itty Bitty Belly CommitteeHabits- good ones and bad onesThis week we discuss our good habits and bad habits that we've developed post op!
Follow us in IG @ittybittybellycommitte or @ibbc_crystal @staci_sleeved
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2021-12-051h 04The Itty Bitty Belly CommitteeThanksgiving VSG styleStaci and Crystal share how their Thanksgiving holiday was celebrated, one of them ran and the other ate bacon.... guess which??
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2021-12-0137 min
The Infamous PodcastIt's a Shame About RebootsIf You Can’t Make it Better, Don’t Make it.
This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl are talking about the problem with all these reboots, the season 1 finale of Heels on Starz, and some pretty interesting News Bites.
Episode Index
Intro: 0:11
Heels: 5:38
Saga: 29:20
Dean Cain: 35:03
Dune Box Office: 48:3
Reboots: 58:32
Heels (Season 1 Episode 8)
Rating
Episode out of 5 Poo Stains on the Mat
Darryl: 3.5/5
Brian: 4/5
Season out of 10 Friday Night Light Knock-Offs
Darryl: 6.5/10
Brian: 7.5/10
Title: “Double Turn”
Directed by: Pete...
2021-10-1700 minThe Infamous PodcastIt's a Shame About RebootsIf You Can’t Make it Better, Don’t Make it.
This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl are talking about the problem with all these reboots, the season 1 finale of Heels on Starz, and some pretty interesting News Bites.
Episode Index
Intro: 0:11
Heels: 5:38
Saga: 29:20
Dean Cain: 35:03
Dune Box Office: 48:3
Reboots: 58:32
Heels (Season 1 Episode 8)
Rating
Episode out of 5 Poo Stains on the Mat
Darryl: 3.5/5
Brian: 4/5
Season out of 10 Friday Night Light Knock-Offs
Darryl: 6.5/10
Brian: 7.5/10
Title: “Double Turn”
Directed by: Pete...
2021-10-1700 min
PoisonranaTURNING HEELS: Ep. 8 ”Double Turn”John Siino & B Detroit are here with another installment of Turning Heels, discussing episode eight and the season finale of Heels, "Double Turn".
The culmination of all Jack's efforts finally pays off as the DWL is featured on the biggest stage in its history, but when outside-the-ring drama enters the squared circle, there's a lot more on the line than the championship belt.
In this episode, we finally get the big State Fair show as Jack Spade defends the DWL Championship in a triple threat ladder match against his brother Ace Spade and Wild Bill, bu...
2021-10-1254 min
Pod ClubhouseThe Duffy Wrestling Dirt Sheet: A Heels Podcast (Episode 108 with Special Guest, Alison Luff)Welcome to The Duffy Wrestling Dirt Sheet, your dedicated after-show podcast for Starz newest series, Heels!
This week, Caroline and Mike break down Episode 108, "Double Turn"!
Topics discussed include: The South Georgia State Fair has come and with it, brings maximum wrestling and Spade Brother drama; Jack and Staci have a long way to go before they can be back together; who has the Double Turn?; Wild Bill shits himself; Crystal finally breaks the glass ceiling of the DWL Dome; and So Much More!
Afterwards, stayed tuned for our exclusive Interview with Alison Luff ("Staci Spade"). Alison was our first...
2021-10-112h 15The Infamous PodcastWhat If... Trailers Were Heels?Did You Know What If…? Has a Missing Episode
This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl look back at Marvel What If…? season 1 and talk about the penultimate episodes of Heels season 1. Plus News Bites and a whole slew of new trailers that require your attention.
Episode Index
Intro: 0:11
Venom 2: 3:22
Lucasfilm Rumors: 13:45
Trailer Talk: 19:45
What If…?: 46:29
Heels: 01:03:20
What Are You Reading: 01:22:09
News Bites
‘Venom 2’ Sinks Its Teeth Into $90 Million Domestic Debut, Shattering Pandemic-Era Record; Bond Soars Overseas While Sopranos Gets Whacked At Home https://www.boxofficemojo.com/article/ed39836067...
2021-10-1000 minThe Infamous PodcastWhat If... Trailers Were Heels?Did You Know What If…? Has a Missing Episode
This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl look back at Marvel What If…? season 1 and talk about the penultimate episodes of Heels season 1. Plus News Bites and a whole slew of new trailers that require your attention.
Episode Index
Intro: 0:11
Venom 2: 3:22
Lucasfilm Rumors: 13:45
Trailer Talk: 19:45
What If…?: 46:29
Heels: 01:03:20
What Are You Reading: 01:22:09
News Bites
‘Venom 2’ Sinks Its Teeth Into $90 Million Domestic Debut, Shattering Pandemic-Era Record; Bond Soars Overseas While Sopranos Gets Whacked At Home https://www.boxofficemojo.com/article/ed39836067...
2021-10-1000 min
PoisonranaTURNING HEELS: Ep. 7 ”The Big Bad Fish Man”John Siino & B Detroit are here with another installment of Turning Heels, discussing episode seven, "The Big Bad Fish Man".
The South Georgia State Fair is only a couple of weeks away and Jack's doing all he can to keep his professional and personal lives intact. Staci has suspicions that Jack played a role in Ace's unexpected Heel-turn.
In this episode, we go deep into the world of Gully and his Florida Wrestling Dystopia and how it effects Ace Spade, Rooster and others, Staci gets suspicious with all the Kleenex laying around, Diego & Apocalypse talk ab...
2021-10-0558 minThe Infamous PodcastCopyright Laws MatterThe House of Ideas… Other People’s Ideas
This week on the podcast Brian and Darryl, have their requisite review of Heels on Starz, talk about the 2021 Cincinnati Comic Expo, and have a bunch of News Bites for you!
Episode Index
Intro: 0:11
Owen Hart: 2:12
Marcia Lucas: 9:07
Superhero Copyright: 23:17
Cincinnati Comic Expo: 31:58
Heels: 45:11
News Bites
AEW Partners With Owen Hart’s Family to Celebrate His Legacy https://www.si.com/wrestling/2021/09/20/aew-owen-hart-foundation-tournament
‘Star Wars’ Editor Marcia Lucas Slams Kathleen Kennedy, J.J. Abrams and Sequel Trilogy: ‘They Don’t Get It’ https://va...
2021-09-2700 minThe Infamous PodcastCopyright Laws MatterThe House of Ideas… Other People’s Ideas
This week on the podcast Brian and Darryl, have their requisite review of Heels on Starz, talk about the 2021 Cincinnati Comic Expo, and have a bunch of News Bites for you!
Episode Index
Intro: 0:11
Owen Hart: 2:12
Marcia Lucas: 9:07
Superhero Copyright: 23:17
Cincinnati Comic Expo: 31:58
Heels: 45:11
News Bites
AEW Partners With Owen Hart’s Family to Celebrate His Legacy https://www.si.com/wrestling/2021/09/20/aew-owen-hart-foundation-tournament
‘Star Wars’ Editor Marcia Lucas Slams Kathleen Kennedy, J.J. Abrams and Sequel Trilogy: ‘They Don’t Get It’ https://va...
2021-09-2700 min
PoisonranaTURNING HEELS: Ep. 6 ”House Show”John Siino & B Detroit are here with another installment of Turning Heels, discussing episode six, "House Show".
It's the day of Big Jim's baby's baptism and a new beginning for everyone in Duffy. Meanwhile, Jack's running around town prepping and promoting the upcoming match at the fair.
In this episode we get a cameo from Mick Foley as Dickie Valentine and his No Questions Barred podcast, we see Ace Spade trying to patch things up with Bobby and Crystal, Gully trying to recruit Rooster to come to Florida Wrestling Dystopia, Staci having enough of Jack an...
2021-09-2243 minThe Infamous PodcastY: the Last Comic Book Adaptation?If You Aren’t Going To Do It Right… Don’t Do It.
This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl, talk about the 5th episode of Heels on Starz, then review the first 3 episodes of Y: the Last Man on FX/Hulu.
Episode Index
Intro: 0:11
Heels: 6:29
Y: the Last Man: 33:55
Heels (Season 1 Episode 5)
Title: “Swerve”
Directed by: Peter Segal
Written by: Michael Waldron
Release Date: September 12, 2021
Summary
When chair members of the South Georgia State Fair show interest in featuring the DWL as this year’s mai...
2021-09-1900 minThe Infamous PodcastY: the Last Comic Book Adaptation?If You Aren’t Going To Do It Right… Don’t Do It.
This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl, talk about the 5th episode of Heels on Starz, then review the first 3 episodes of Y: the Last Man on FX/Hulu.
Episode Index
Intro: 0:11
Heels: 6:29
Y: the Last Man: 33:55
Heels (Season 1 Episode 5)
Title: “Swerve”
Directed by: Peter Segal
Written by: Michael Waldron
Release Date: September 12, 2021
Summary
When chair members of the South Georgia State Fair show interest in featuring the DWL as this year’s mai...
2021-09-1900 minThe Infamous PodcastPlayStation Showcase ResurrectionsNow We All Needs PS5s
This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl react to The Matrix Resurrections first trailer, talk PlayStation Showcase 2021, and review the latest episode of Heels on Starz! With maybe a small bit of AEW talk for good measure.
Episode Index
Intro: 0:11
AEW: 1:51
The Matrix Resurrections: 18:10
Playstation Showcase: 29:23
Heels: 49:00
News Bites
The Matrix Resurrections – Official Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ix7TUGVYIo
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 – PlayStation Showcase 2021: Reveal Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qIQ3xNqkVC4
Marvel’s Wolverine – PlayStation Showcase 2021: Announceme...
2021-09-1200 minThe Itty Bitty Belly CommitteeGeneral Life after VSGToday Staci and Crystal sit crooked and talk straight about life after surgery. From changes in how they eat to connecting sexually with their partners, VSG impacts every aspect of life. Get comfy and get ready for some real talk from the trenches!
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2021-09-051h 18
The Infamous PodcastNews, Heels, and More NewsThis week we play catch up on some of the best news this week
This week on the podcast Brian and Darryl take a break from the outrage to review Heels, Episode 3, and get caught up on some of the news they found interesting this week.
Episode Index
Intro: 0:11
Heels: 1:09
Al Ewing: 33:50
The Accountant: 48:21
Boba Fett: 56:58
Top Gun: 1:04:26
Dune: 1:19:27
Heels (Season 1 Episode 3)
Title: “Cheap Heat”
Directed by: Jessica Lowery
Written by: Bradley Paul
Release Date: August 29, 2021
Summary
As the wrestlers at the DWL worry about the...
2021-09-0500 minThe Infamous PodcastNews, Heels, and More NewsThis week we play catch up on some of the best news this week
This week on the podcast Brian and Darryl take a break from the outrage to review Heels, Episode 3, and get caught up on some of the news they found interesting this week.
Episode Index
Intro: 0:11
Heels: 1:09
Al Ewing: 33:50
The Accountant: 48:21
Boba Fett: 56:58
Top Gun: 1:04:26
Dune: 1:19:27
Heels (Season 1 Episode 3)
Title: “Cheap Heat”
Directed by: Jessica Lowery
Written by: Bradley Paul
Release Date: August 29, 2021
Summary
As the wrestlers at the DWL worry about the...
2021-09-0500 minThe Itty Bitty Belly CommitteeThe inaugural IBBC Podcast -- our first one!This is our very first Itty Bitty Belly Committee Podcast and we're so so excited to share it with you. Staci and Crystal dig into the idea of what IBBC is and what they're trying to create in this community and share a bit about their journey to weight loss surgery.
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2021-09-021h 00The Infamous PodcastSlowly Shutting the GateWho Keeps The Gates Open for the Gate Keepers
This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl at talking about some Ethan Hawke/Blumhouse news, reviewing Heels episode 2, and dig deep into why it seems like actors, writers, and artists think it is okay to bully fans, call them names, and then expect their support.
Episode Index
Intro: 0:11
News Bites: 1:00
Heels: 9:55
Creators Bullying Fans: 27:08
News Bite
Ethan Hawke Horror Film ‘The Black Phone,’ Poised as Next Blumhouse Smash, Traumatizes CinemaCon https://variety.com/2021/film/news/ethan-hawke-the-black-phone-blumhouse-1235049261
Heels (Seas...
2021-08-2900 minThe Infamous PodcastSlowly Shutting the GateWho Keeps The Gates Open for the Gate Keepers
This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl at talking about some Ethan Hawke/Blumhouse news, reviewing Heels episode 2, and dig deep into why it seems like actors, writers, and artists think it is okay to bully fans, call them names, and then expect their support.
Episode Index
Intro: 0:11
News Bites: 1:00
Heels: 9:55
Creators Bullying Fans: 27:08
News Bite
Ethan Hawke Horror Film ‘The Black Phone,’ Poised as Next Blumhouse Smash, Traumatizes CinemaCon https://variety.com/2021/film/news/ethan-hawke-the-black-phone-blumhouse-1235049261
Heels (Seas...
2021-08-2900 min
Stream On with Jim WilliamsMy guest is Executive Producer Mike O’Malley who talks about his new Starz original Heels. The best series about wresting ever made.My guest is the Executive Producer Mike O’Malley talks about his new Starz original Heels the best program about wresting ever made. The show has a great cast, good writing, outstanding producing and directing. Who are the people involved: Michael Waldron (“Loki,” the upcoming Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness) who is the writer and creator of the show.Heels team includes Written and created by Executive Producer Michael Waldron (“Loki,” the upcoming Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness) with Executive Producer Mike O’Malley (“Shameless,” “Survivor’s Remorse”) as showr...
2021-08-1320 min
Down And Nerdy PodcastHeels, Brand New Cherry Flavor & Awkwafina Is Nora From Queens InterviewsMaybe our most packed show ever! We'll start off by jumping into the ring with the new Starz series, Heels! Joining us to talk about the series are Michael Waldron (Exec. Producer/Creator), Mike O'Malley (Showrunner), Alison Luff (Staci Spade) and Kelli Berglund (Crystal Tyler). They'll talk about the show's roots in pro wrestling, the family drama behind it and how the women are very much at center stage in this story as well. WATCH HEELS BEGINNING SUNDAY AT 9PM ON STARZ!Next we turn our attention to hitting the big time with the Netflix limited series, Bran...
2021-08-131h 04
THT is DONE. SUBSCRIBE TO "HEALTH POWER" w/Lisa Davis, MPHWhat Makes a Marriage Work with Marlo Thomas & Phil DonahueLisa is joined by two of her idols, Marlo Thomas and Phil Donahue who chat about their book What Makes a Marriage Last: 40 Celebrated Couples Share with Us the Secrets to a Happy Life. Power couple Marlo Thomas and Phil Donahue have created a compelling and intimate collection of intriguing conversations with famous couples about their enduring marriages and how they have made them last through the challenges we all share.What makes a marriage last? Who doesn’t want to know the answer to that question? To unlock this mystery, iconic couple Marlo Thomas and Phil Donahue crisscrossed the countr...
2020-05-1411 min
Swoony Boys PodcastApril 2019 Hotties of the MonthHere are our picks for April's Hotties of the Month: Malachiasz from Wicked Saints by Emily A. Duncan Will Caruso from Follow by Tessa Bailey Joe Fontaine *bat*bat*bat* from The Sky Is Everywhere by Jandy Nelson Jamie from Prince in Disguise by Stephanie Kate Strohm Here's our list of Honorable Mentions: Callum (22) from Reboot by Amy Tintera Zan from Bloodleaf by Crystal Smith Aelyx from Alienated by Melissa Landers Josh from Arrange Me by Katy Regnery Tyler Jones and Kaliis Idraban Gilwraeth from Aurora Rising by Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff Silas Cecil-Coke from the...
2019-04-2500 min
AURA PERSONALITIESCRYSTAL & BLUE PERSONALITIES in a one on one mentoring session (ep.98)Like this episode?
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2018-06-1413 minAURA PERSONALITIESLAVENDER & MAGENTA-CRYSTAL Allowing yourself to see what you've developed (ep.80)Like this episode?
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2018-05-3036 minAURA PERSONALITIESConnecting spiritually to your child(AVENTURINE-CRYSTAL & GREEN-AMBER) (ep.79)Like this episode?
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2018-05-2907 minAURA PERSONALITIESVIOLET & MAGENTA-CRYSTAL AURA PERSONALITIES in a One-On-One Mentoring Session with Staci (ep.76)Like this episode?
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2018-05-2343 minAURA PERSONALITIESSensitive Systems (CRYSTAL) (ep.73)Like this episode?
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2018-05-1636 minAURA PERSONALITIESYELLOW & INDIGO-CRYSTAL AURA PERSONALITIES in a One-On-One Mentoring Session with Staci (ep.68)Like this episode?
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2018-05-0924 minAURA PERSONALITIESCRYSTAL & GREEN-AMBER AURA PERSONALITIES in a One-On-One Mentoring Session with Staci (ep.64)(Fixed Audio)
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2018-04-2018 minAURA PERSONALITIESMAGENTA-CRYSTAL & GREEN AURA PERSONALITIES in a One-On-One Mentoring Session with Staci (ep.53)Like this episode?
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2018-04-1141 minAURA PERSONALITIESLAVENDER & MAGENTA-CRYSTAL Allowing yourself to see what you've developed (EP.11)Like this episode?
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2018-04-0736 minAURA PERSONALITIESCRYSTAL/BLUE Disconnecting with myself (EP.12)Like this episode?
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2018-03-0732 minAURA PERSONALITIESYELLOW MAGENTA-CRYSTAL Managing EmotionsClip from Q&A Dec 8 17
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2018-02-2706 minAURA PERSONALITIESCRYSTAL AND ILLNESSClip from Q&A Dec 8 17
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2018-02-2208 minAURA PERSONALITIESCRYSTAL ACCEPTANCE OF BEING A VESSELClip from Q&A Feb 8
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2018-02-1907 min