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Bold Moves PodcastS1:E13 - From Heartbreak to Lemonade: How Desirae Kraus Transformed Personal Struggles into a Thriving BusinessCore Points:Desirae Kraus started her lemonade business, Easy Desert Squeeze, after addressing personal challenges and family health concerns.Her approach to lemonade is unique, offering a less sweet, natural product that aligns with health-conscious choices.A pivotal moment in Desirae’s life was her decision to leave an abusive relationship, leading her to prioritize mental health and self-love.Networking and community support through BNI have been instrumental in launching her business, leading to rapid growth and event bookings.Desirae aims to expand her business into catering and events, including obtaining a liquor license for future of...2025-05-2458 min
The Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 65 - Finding Confidence, Identity and Strength After Abuse with Clare DavyTRIGGER WARNING: This episode includes an in-depth conversation about traumatic experiences of mental, physical, sexual, and substance abuse. It is not suitable for young listeners or for people whom such topics may trigger. Please use your discretion and discernment when listening to this episode.
In today's episode, Clare Davy, a motivational speaker, Christian life coach, author, and founder of The Reconstructed Woman, bravely shares her miraculous account of a mental health breakdown that reawakened suppressed traumatic memories, the horrific truth of her family's history in the occult, her unexpected spiritual deliverance and ongoing healing journey. Clare also shares practical and...2024-02-1052 minThe Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 62 - How a Year of Social Media Detox Changed My LifeI spent several months to a year off Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok! The benefit was nothing short of amazing - it was life-changing! My social media detox has helped make 2023 the best year I've had in a long time! Come along and spend some time with me as I share my artistic life and experience with you.
📅 Detox Timelines ~ Instagram: 1 year off my art page and 9 months off my lifestyle page. Facebook: 1 month off my art business page, 6 months off my personal page, lifestyle page, and private group page. Tiktok: 10 months. Twitter: A few years
📧 To join my email family...2023-12-2215 minThe Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 61 - The Power of Space, Grace and Time for the Highly Sensitive Ambitious Woman with Coach Justina ButlerWith the fall/winter holidays and festivities upon us, I felt it was a great time to reshare Episode 41 - How to Manage Overwhelm as a Highly Sensitive Woman with Coach Justina Butler. Even if you do not identify as highly sensitive or an overachiever as discussed, this will give you some tips and insight on how to keep yourself emotionally in check, plus how to better understand the highly sensitive people in your life.
You can connect with Justina on Instagram at @freewoman.podcast and check out her podcast - Good Girl Free Woman: Healing Codependency & Emotio...2023-11-1840 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 90- Skeleton KeyIn this long-delayed episode, Amanda and Desirae discuss incenstuous dating shows, disasters to befall New Orleans, main character footwear, and the belovedness of the Getting Ready Montage. Plus! Pre-release thoughts on ‘Barbie’ (precious!), Amanda mispronounces Gena Rowlands one thousand times, and Criss Angel appreciation! (Recorded 06/26/23)AND! We have a special bonus episode out now: A Skeleton Key Watch Along! Kick back with Amanda, Desirae, their very patient spouses, and a mountain of snacks to watch the movie before listening to the episode- it’s just like being there, complete with TumTum making a racket! Find it wherever you fo...2023-11-081h 14The Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 60 - Judgy Christians How to Stop Being a Bully & Become a Blessing to the Kingdom Family of GodLET'S TALK ABOUT JUDGY CHRISTIANS! Some try to correct people from a well-meaning place, while others are just downright bullies and don't truly care about the HEART of a person. Today, I'm sharing three examples of witnessing others being judged, my experience being judged, and the recovery from being a judgy Christian myself. Let's learn together through the Word of God how best to help non-Christians, new Christians, and even the "Seasoned Saints" grow closer to God instead of running away from Him. Ready? Let's dive in!
To watch this episode visit me on YouTube at youtube.com/desiraeofori2023-11-0235 minThe Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 59 - My Not So Secret, Secrets for a Lifestyle of ContentmentContentment was the missing puzzle piece!! In Philippians 4:10-13, Paul writes about knowing how to live a life of contentment in any circumstance. However, what does that practically look like for a modern-day woman? Today, I'm sharing my journey to a lifestyle of contentment using three real-life examples as a stay-at-home mom/homemaker, business owner, and ministry wife. Whether or not you can relate to my personal examples, I pray you'll be able to take away gems that can be applied to your own life. Once God started to transform my mind and my heart, I discovered that contentment was...2023-10-1134 minThe Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 58 - Can You Be Content with Being a Hidden Gem?Question of the day - If you have big hopes and dreams to become well-known for your craft, profession, or business would you still do it even if you were to remain a hidden gem? Today, we're digging into this question and more to help you discover if there could be more to your calling and purpose than you knew. There's also the possibility that God has bigger and better plans for you, or that you're getting in God's way by self-sabotaging your destiny.
Mentioned Content:
The Blessing of Being a Hidden Gem, Episode 35:
https://www.bit.ly/TheBlessingofBeingaHiddenGem
LoveMichelleAna...2023-08-3135 minCherish or PerishJosie & The PussycatsOn this rockin’ episode, Amanda and Desirae take a whirlwind tour through audio vogueing, badvertising, what reality shows they would thrive on, and the unparalleled cringe of Facebook Memories. PLUS! Take the Evil Dead Rise Challenge: are you Team Desirae or Team Amanda? Movie chat starts at 15:002023-06-121h 15The Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 53 - The Truth About Deep Christians and Other Things We're Serious About**YouTube Video Episode** Do you know someone who's "too deep" as a Christian? Have you ever been accused of being this type of Christian? Someone who goes above and beyond what other people do, or reads "too much" into everyday life experiences and things common in culture. Are they doing the most? Do you ever think, is it really that serious? Maybe it is, maybe it's not - either way, let's talk about it.
**This episode is included in my Video Podcast playlist on the Desirae Ofori YouTube Channel. To watch the video and comment on it...2023-05-2222 minThe Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 52 - How Moms Can Build Faith and Promote Peace in the Home with Laura Hernandez of Mama SystemsIf you've ever struggled with confidence as a mom to build faith with your children, regardless of age, and to cultivate peace within your home in spite of the chaos in the world, then this episode is for you! Today we're joined by Mom Coach, Laura Hernandez of MamaSystems.net who helps mothers from diverse backgrounds to customize a routine, and cultivate peace and order within their homes specific to their family needs. She coaches and leads from experience as a mother of 10 children, biological, adopted, and with special needs ages 3-17! In this episode, we cover:
How...2023-05-1849 minCherish or PerishEpisode 88- Kill Bill Vol. I & IIOn this vengeance tale of an episode, Desirae and Amanda go deep on all the gossip, conjecture, and bloodshed of Quentin Tarantino's early aughts double header Kill Bill. Plus! Amanda is obsessed with Mamma Mia!, Desirae has some theories, and welcome back Spotify listeners!2023-05-121h 53
The Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 51 - Four Reasons Why Christian Women Struggle with Confidence and What to Do About It.Although it's not a surprise that many women struggle with self-confidence, it is surprising how many Christian women deal with the same battles regularly. We know we should find our validation and confidence in God, yet so many of us (whether we openly admit it or not) are challenged with low self-confidence. Why is that!? Well, Sis, let's talk about it! In today's episode, Desiraé lists four common reasons why Christian women struggle with confidence and what we can do about it - practically and spiritually.
HEY SIS!! My name is Desiraé Ofori, and I'm a wife, mother, Artist/Owner of...2023-05-0236 minThe Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 50 - Why I Started This Podcast and Where We're Going NextAfter four years we've made it to episode 50 and 14,000+ downloads!! It's been a journey to get here, but today I'm sharing why I started this podcast, what to expect moving forward, and the meaning behind our new tagline - Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian Women.
To connect with Desiraé Ofori across the web, join our monthly group devotionals, private Facebook group, and youtube channel visit: www.dekelisartstudio.com/connect
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The Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 49 - Christian Women it's Time to Stop Being Ambiguous with Your Faith!Christian women with platforms, businesses, and positions of influence, this episode is for you! The phrase "stop being ambiguous" has been playing in my mind and heart for the last few weeks, and once I finally looked up the definition of the word ambiguous, it was suddenly clear why. This is an issue I've struggled with over the past several years in my business, blog, this podcast, and especially social media. Today, I'm reading you a journal entry from last week where God spoke loud and clear about what I and other Christian women need to stop and start doing...2023-03-1627 min
The Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 48 - Managing Burnout, Social Media Detox and Being a Working Stay at Home Mom (Video Podcast)I'm back with a fresh wind and a fresh perspective on life! Today, I'll be talking about how I now choose to handle burnout before it strikes. I'm sharing an update on how my detox from Instagram and TikTok is going. I'll also cover some new revelations I've had in the past week about life as a working stay-at-home mom versus a career Mom. Spoiler alert: It all comes down to quality over quantity. Listen to this episode, and I'll break it down for you!
WELCOME!! My name is Desiraé Ofori, and I'm a married, stay-at-home mom o...2023-03-0836 min
The Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 47 - Secrets to a Happy and Healthy Marriage with Maxine ReyesAfter 25+ years of marriage, Maxine Reyes - a retired U.S. Army Combat Officer, Air Force Veteran, certified PreMarital Coach, and co-founder of Happily Joint - shares some valuable and practical tips on what it takes to have a happy and healthy marriage. Topics within this episode include - characteristics for singles to consider when choosing someone to marry, surviving marriage through military deployment and separation, mutual respect plus roles between husband and wife, advice for current couples struggling in their marriages, and more!
To connect with Maxine Reyes:
www.happilyjoint.com
Instagram.com/happilyjoint
Youtube.com/happilyjoint
Maxine's Music - App...2023-02-231h 03
The Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 46 - Doing Business God's Way + Social Media DetoxToday I'm sharing some of the revelations God has been giving me when it comes to running my business, online platforms, and social media presence. The biggest lesson I've learned this month, which has propelled me forward with everything else, is to do what God told me to do the first time. Life, business, marriage, motherhood, and everything else are so much sweeter in God's way, instead of in our own. Put down the idol of social media, self-idolization, and self-serving behaviors that lead you further away from God's plan for your life. Instead, learn to lean into servant...2023-02-1626 min
The Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 43 - Mental Health Therapy 101: Five Common Styles and Techniques with Misty Seybert, LMHC LPCDid you know that not all Therapists are the same? In Episode 39 "The Truth About Therapy" we talked about what to expect when going to Therapy. And now that you're ready to find your own Therapist, another question arises. How do you know which Therapist and Therapeutic technique best suits your needs? Today we're joined again by Licensed Mental Health Therapist and Professional Counselor Misty Seybert as she breaks down FIVE common Therapy styles. She explains what they are, who they are best suited for, plus the different ways they can be used together to help you reach optimal...2023-02-091h 05
Transcending Normal[INTERVIEW] Eating Intuitively, Living Holistically & Thriving with an Auto-Immune Disease with Holistic Nutritionist Georgia GreyIn next week's episode, I talk with Georgia Grey, who is a Holistic Nutritionist and owns Whole Body Healing Nutrition. Georgia works with people who do not feel well, specializing in Lyme Disease, autoimmune disease, and hormone imbalance.Georgia and I both have auto-immune diseases and talk about things we’ve learned along the way, ways we all can listen intuitively, eat mindfully and thrive holistically in our lives. If you have an auto-immune disease, it can feel like a long journey toward thriving. Listen in to learn ways to take your power and health back, living ho...2023-02-0651 min
The Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 41 - Managing the Overwhelm as a Highly Sensitive Person with Coach Justina ButlerAre you easily overwhelmed more times than you'd like? Do you consider yourself a sensitive person? Are you also highly ambitious or an overachiever? If you could say yes, or even maybe, to any of these questions, then this episode is for you. Today's podcast is an interview with Emotional Resilience Coach Justina Butler who is certified and trained to help free sensitive and ambitious women from blocks keeping them stuck in emotional overwhelm and self-sabotage. In this episode we talk about the following:
Handling overwhelm as a highly sensitive ambitious woman
Learning how to lead yourself through...2023-01-2651 minTranscending Normal[INTERVIEW] Healing Your Sexuality to create more Pleasure, & Intimacy with Sex, Love, & Relationship Coach Amanda TestaIn this week's episode, I talk with one of my dear friends Amanda Testa. Amanda is not only a Sex, Love, and Relationship coach but a trusted healer and guide who’s served hundreds of clients over the years with masterful skills in coaching, pleasure embodiment, and somatic trauma resolution. She helps her client tenderly heal their relationship with their sexuality, shamelessly embrace pleasure, own their sexy confidence, and cultivate deeply connected relationships with her fiercely loving support. Tune in as Amanda, and I talk about:Uprooting limiting beliefs we’re taught as wom...2023-01-231h 04Transcending Normal[SOLO] Embodying & Activating Your ConfidenceHey, hey, ladies! Today we’re going to talk about embodying your confidence, stopping negative self-talk in its tracks, and loving ourselves as we age. It’s an invitation to be in awe of our bodies and beauty and to love MORE of who you are. Creating a ripple in ourselves and our lives. Towards the end of the episode, we’ll do a 5-minute feminine embodiment exercise. Don’t worry if you’re running around as you’re listening to this; you can always come back to it later!In this episode:Why activating yo...2023-01-1636 minTranscending Normal[SOLO] We All Have the Power to Reinvent OurselvesIn this first episode:Who this podcast is for.Intro on me, DesiRae.DesiRae shares high-level in three parts; where she started, where she’s been, and how she got here today. From her upbringing, career, tragedy, entrepreneurship, and through the global pandemic to today.What you can expect from Transcending Normal.Take my hand as we're in this together.Embracing all parts of who we are as beautifully imperfect and complex Humans. We all have the power to reinvent ourselves.Who am I? My name is DesiRae. I’m a Highly Sensitive and I...2023-01-1148 minTranscending NormalTrailer“Transcending Normal” is a new podcast about uprooting the B.S. stories we've been taught to believe are “normal” so that we can transcend to our higher selves. This is for open-hearted, ambitious women wanting to leave the burnout culture behind to create mental, emotional, and spiritual wholeness. DesiRae Kraft is an entrepreneur, Highly Sensitive, and Intuitive alpha female who bridges spirit and logic while bringing a direct and deeply rooted sense of compassion. Through her training and lived experiences with Human Behavior, Psychology, Energy Work, Holistic Health, and Mindfulness, she helps guide others to create an...2022-12-2901 min
The Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 38 - Mental Health Journey and Faith with Sarah I. Fox"Your diagnosis does not define you... it is not the sum of who you are." - Sarah I. Fox. Today, Sarah from the Rough Edges Podcast and I are having a candid and vulnerable conversation about our mental health journey, diagnosis with Bipolar Disorder (Sarah) and Anxiety/Postpartum Depression (Desiraé), plus how they have helped to strengthen our faith in God. We share some helpful tips for those who are suffering in silence and are afraid to get help. We also share some advice on how to support family in friends in the midst of Mental Health challenges. This e...2022-11-0753 min
The Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 37 - How to Wait Well with Patience and Purpose. The Suddenly Season.Welcome to another Video Podcast episode! If you're in a season where you're wondering "when is it going to be my turn", or starting to doubt the dreams, goals, and promises God has shared with you, then this video is for you! This video is also for you if you feel like you're on the edge of a big breakthrough or you're walking in a "Suddenly Season" - but you're still waiting to see what God has in store for you. As I encourage myself and receive revelations from God about this suddenly season I feel I'm in, I want...2022-09-1621 min
The Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 36 - Overcoming Anxiety and Postpartum Depression + Christian Mental HealthWelcome back to a NEW episode and our first VIDEO PODCAST! You can now watch our Podcast via Spotify or my YouTube Channel - Desirae Ofori. Visit this link to watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/YJQXZDYRpoA
Chit-Chat with me as l talk about my personal summer goal to go face to face with my fears caused by Anxiety
and Postpartum Depression. I've had fears that l could never handle long-term parenting on my own, and fear about doing things alone like going on my solo getaway for my birthday. l also share three things God revealed to me
during...2022-07-3153 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 62-Airplane! & The BeastmasterIn this blissfully wedded episode, our hosts get into 2 movies picked by their beautiful (and patient) spouses: one is the MOST CHERISHED MOVIE in the history of the podcast...and the other is also a movie that is discussed! Plus: Amanda reveals the moment she realized she was straight, Desirae reveals her love of beaks, another horror movie poll, and is it getting HORNY in here?! Airplane chat starts at 5:00The Beastmaster chat starts at 27:002021-08-051h 20
Cherish or PerishEpisode 61 - Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure and Wayne's WorldOur last Summer Blockbuster episode is full of dumb dudes and good times. Amanda and Desirae continue discussing their love for Nicholas Cage, and they also consider making the podcast all about The ButterCream Gang.If you’d like to jump ahead to the movie talk, starting times are listed below.00:16:15 - Bill & Teds00:36:56 - Waynes World2021-07-301h 10
Cherish or PerishEpisode 60- SpeedOn this 50mph episode, Desirae and Amanda talk EVEN MORE Marvel garbage, decide that this is an ASMR podcast now, and celebrate Beth Grant: cinema’s greatest That Lady! PLUS! More movie polls, havoc on the subways, and death to romance!2021-07-2253 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 59 - The Fast & the Furious and Ocean's ElevenThis week we have a Summer Blockbuster DOUBLE FEATURE! Amanda discovers that she's obsessed with The Fast and Furious franchise, and for some reason, Desirae stands up for George Clooney in Ocean's Eleven.If you'd like to jump ahead to the movie talk, starting times are listed below.10:40 - The Fast and The Furious35:50 - Ocean's Eleven2021-07-151h 07
Cherish or PerishEpisode 58- Minority ReportIn this time crime of an episode, Desirae is calling out all the partiers, Amanda is advocating for Hot Vaxx Summer, everyone’s being irresponsible with eyeballs, and nihilists are popping up EVERYWHERE! Plus: Outsider vs. Outlander, bad security, and CONFUSION!Movie chat starts at 10:002021-07-061h 01
Cherish or PerishEpisode 57- Jurassic ParkWe’re kicking off our Summer Blockbusters theme this week with Dinosaur Fever! In this episode, Desirae and Amanda take a majestical trip to Jurassic Park and recall the childhood wonder of watching it for the first time.Jurassic Park talk starts at 00:05:502021-07-0144 min
Symptoms of SuburbiaI Am Not What I've Been Through with TaylorNo one can take the unique gifts placed within you. Taylor has definitely proven this. She refuses to view herself as a product of foster care. She accepts her past and moves confidently toward her future knowing that she is not what she’s been through.
Tune into this week’s episode by using the link in our bio. This episode is also available on Apple Podcast and Spotify.
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2021-06-2437 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 55- Big TroubleThis week we celebrate Desirae’s birthday by watching one of her favorites, Big Trouble. They talk about the sexiness of Rene Russo, get into the dangers of public water gun shootings, and are confused by the lack of Cuban’s in Miami. The movie introduction is at 00:09:372021-06-1751 minSymptoms of SuburbiaI Got a Lot of People Trying to Drain Me of My EnergyQuestion for you, are you a good steward of your energy?
Do you budget energy like you budget your finances?
If the answer was "no" to either question, we need to talk ASAP! Tune in so the answer to both of those questions can become a resounding yes.
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2021-06-1622 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 54- 500 Days of SummerIn this heartbreaking episode, Desirae can’t contain her excitement, Amanda deeply connects with a precocious child, and everyone wants you to get out of the damn HOV lane! Plus: roughing it, the parameters of a Romantic Comedy, being a Tom, and just send a card already!Movie chat starts around 13:302021-06-101h 01Symptoms of SuburbiaThe Feedback Code Podcast: Why You're Mindset MattersCheck out my interview with Steph, the host of The Feedback Code Podcast
This week, I'm diving into a great conversation with Desirae Hammonds on Why Your Mindset Matters. You'll laugh and pause to assess your own checkpoints on self-awareness, friendships and conflict in life. Dive in to think about your limiting beliefs about yourself, what's preventing you from getting what you want and how to get your mindset 'unstuck' along the way.
Symptoms of Suburbia Podcast
Let's Connect! thefeedbackcode@gmail.com IG: @thefeedbackcode thestephbarnes.com
2021-06-1050 minSymptoms of SuburbiaScared Money Don't Make No MoneyIf you're afraid to do something, I'ma be honest, that fear is probably never going to go away. So what are you going to do about it?
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2021-06-0223 minSymptoms of SuburbiaI Want Double C's And I Don't Mean ChanelChanel anything would be nice, but today we're talking about a different pair of C's...control and contentment.
Lemme ask you something, do you currently feel like you're content where you are and have control over your emotions?
I don't want to put words in your mouth, but I'm going to assume that the answer is no to both of those questions lol.
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2021-05-2634 minSymptoms of SuburbiaI'm At The End Of My RopeThe more I grow into who I'm suppose to be, the further I feel away. How that work? Tune in as I discuss what it's been like to be at the end of my rope and how I'm overcoming it. Life can be challenging sometimes, let it do what it do. Stop thinking things are suppose to be easy.
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2021-05-1927 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 50- Lost Highway Movie & MusicOn this dark and confusing episode, Desirae and Amanda discuss the film and soundtrack of David Lynch’s “Lost Highway”! Our intrepid hosts reveal the dangers of silk on silk, the origins of vibes, an obscure Rizzoli and Isles connection, and a general indifference to male sexual dysfunction. Plus JAZZ, BABY!Movie talk starts around 10:30Soundtrack talk starts around 42:002021-05-131h 17
Cherish or PerishEpisode 49- Reality Bites Movie & MusicWe’re kicking off Movies & Music month with a Generation X classic!! Amanda and Desirae express their deep dissatisfaction with Lelaina’s choice of Troy, then revisit their first movie soundtrack! Also, if you don’t love the new Mortal Kombat movie, you’re dumb.Reality Bites discussion starts at 14:202021-05-061h 23
Cherish or PerishEpisode 48- Overboard and Captain Ron w/ special guest Jess DunganIt’s our “Kurt Russell on Boats” episode! In this naughtily nautical spectacular, Amanda and Desirae welcome special guest Jess Dungan to discuss/emotionally process some childhood favorites. PLUS! Amanda needs a vacation, Desirae is Catfishing, Jess brings some fascinating trivia, and EVERYONE IS FIRED!Overboard discussion begins about 11:45Captain Ron discussion begins about 41:002021-04-291h 22The Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 34 - How to Support A Mom After the Loss of Her Baby + Bonus Tips for Moms to Be - Interview with Noelle Moore of The Finley ProjectFor many moms, the expectation of a new baby is a joyous and exciting season! However, for some moms that season is cut short, leaving her with a broken heart, uncertainty, and wondering what next? Then there are the family and friends who want to support, yet the knowledge on the best ways to support feels foreign. Well, that's why I'm so glad to bring to you this episode and I hope it sheds some light and hope for moms who are grieving and the ones who are there to support her.
Today's interview is with Noelle M...2021-04-2246 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 47- Dazed & Confused and The Big LebowskiIn the wake of 420, Amanda and Desirae revisit two stoner classics. They get into the absurdness of Maude wanting to have a baby with The Dude in The Big Lebowski and decide if Wooderson from Dazed & Confused is creepy enough.2021-04-221h 23
Cherish or PerishEpisode 46- SuperbadIn this episode, Amanda and Desirae reflect on classic films starring Joan Crawford and discuss one of the most disturbing conspiracy theories of our time before diving into Superbad and all the female objectification and toxic masculinity throughout it.Superbad discussion begins at 10:212021-04-1558 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 45- Empire RecordsIn this Dishwalla of an episode, Amanda and Desirae get nostalgic over white guy scatting, Toad the Wet Sprocket, and teen cruelty. Plus they reveal The Cardinal Rule of Drama and play a rousing game of “what’s the overhead of this small business?!” (Movie chat starts at about the 9:50 mark)2021-04-081h 11
Cherish or PerishEpisode 44- April Fool’s DayIn this foolish episode, the hosts talk good vs. bad pranks, grapple with problematic faves of the past, and discover the greatest song OF ALL TIME! Plus Desirae makes potions and Amanda wants everyone dead! If you want to get straight to the movie chat:April Fool’s Day ‘86: 09:30April Fool’s Day ‘08: 37:152021-04-011h 24
Cherish or PerishEpisode 43- Thelma and LouiseIn the final Women's History month episode, Amanda and Desirae discuss the relatability of both Thelma & Louise, especially when it comes to the bad decisions that they make. They also encourage you to swing your big vaccine energy and go ahead and take those COVID-19 vaccine selfies! Thelma & Louise begins at 00:09:20.2021-03-2555 minSymptoms of SuburbiaFind a Hobby Not a Hubby with DanicaJoin Danica and I as we talk grad school, dating, and life lessons.
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2021-03-2456 minThe Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 32 - How to Support and Boost Your Kids Learning at Home. Interview with Lisa Vivo, Ed. SWelcome to the first episode of the re-branded Desiraé Ofori Podcast, formerly the "Sincerely, Mrs. Mommy Podcast". In today's episode, I talk briefly about the name change and relaunch of my brand. However, more importantly, is our interview with Lisa Vivo, Ed. S a Licensed School Psychologist and Area Owner of the ClubZ In-Home and Online Tutoring of Hunters Creek. With over 10 years of experience in the field as a School Psychologist both in public school settings and private sectors, Lisa shares her expert advice on fun, practical, and helpful tips and tools parents can implement at home to help s...2021-03-2438 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 42- Heathers and Jawbreaker (w/ guest Michael Castillo)Our first guest, Michael Castillo, joins Desirae and Amanda as they get totally gagged with chainsaws! They get into it on Nicolas Cage’s remarriage, the bullshit that is the term “date rape”, hidden foot fetish content, and thick loafer energy! (note: we had some audio issues on this one particularly in the intro. We start talking Heathers at 9:35 and the issue is mostly resolved by 11:10)2021-03-181h 39
Cherish or PerishEpisode 41- Steel Magnolias and Fried Green TomatoesIn this rathuh suthuhn episode, Amanda and Desirae determine that HOAs suck, Investigation Discovery is shady, not everything is caused by hormones, and cannibalism is not the answer!2021-03-111h 33Symptoms of SuburbiaSOSTV: Adventures of Tinder Part 3Chile, people get comfortable around you and show they whole tail! Tune in to this episode of part 3 of the Adventures of Tinder series and see who I actually met up with off these apps.
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2021-03-1015 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 40- A League of Their OwnIn this All-American episode, Desirae and Amanda explore the cinematic universe of Glenn Danzig, are yet again are stymied by time, determine their dream roles, and make MANY surprising reveals!2021-03-041h 12Symptoms of SuburbiaSOSTV: The Adventures of Tinder Part 2I'm back y'all! This time we get to the nitty gritty. The things people say on these apps is ridiculous. What's the weirdest dating app profile you've ever come across?
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2021-03-0321 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 39- Shakespeare in Love and A Knight’s TaleIn this Olde Tymey episode Amanda and Desirae talk horses, hair, heartthrobs, and history! Plus a detailed guide on playing wingman, the cheapest place to drink in Orlando in 2004, and of course Nicolas Cage comes up because, duh?2021-02-251h 29Symptoms of SuburbiaSOSTV: The Adventures of Tinder Part 1Sooo...I've been on them dating apps honey. Trying to "intentionally" date on apps is interesting. I did a social experiment to learn more about myself and guys. This is part 1, check it out!
Head over to IG to watch the video, its much more entertaining
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2021-02-2411 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 38- High FidelityIn this episode, Desirae and Amanda battle technology, talk about body hair, take a trip through time, and welcome yet another John Cusack character into The Worst Dudes Hall of Fame!2021-02-181h 02Symptoms of SuburbiaAccepting RejectionAre there parts of yourself that you are rejecting? Maybe your healing and redemption lies in accepting what you're rejecting.
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2021-02-1825 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 37- AmélieIn this VERY FRONCH episode, Desirae goes rogue on the showbook, Amanda wants to know who that lusty skeleton is, a primer on mosh pit etiquette, and tips for culling your social herd. Sacré bleu!2021-02-111h 07
Cherish or PerishEpisode 36- Cry Baby and Down With LoveIt’s a very tear-soaked and chocolate-stained episode of Cherish or Perish! Desirae wants to know: where all the serial killers at? Amanda fails at feminism and dives into regrettable choices in kids’ room decor. And the debate rages on: Is Renee Zellweger any good?2021-02-041h 43Symptoms of SuburbiaLife as a multipotentialite with TraniceJoin Tranice and I as she shares how she started her skincare business and discusses what it means to be a multipotentialite.
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2021-02-0352 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 35- Face/OffIt’s the final week of Nicolas Cage Month 2021 and Amanda and Desirae take on listeners’ number one Cage Flick Pick: Face/Off! In this episode our intrepid hosts talk about how we talk about serial killers too much, the worst ways to deal with loss, complicated sibling relationships, and face touching (don’t do it!)2021-01-281h 12Symptoms of SuburbiaPatience is brutal, but it's fruit is sweetPatience is brutal, but it's fruit is sweet
- Aristotal
Patience is the antidote to suffering.
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2021-01-2716 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 34- Adaptation.It’s week 3 of Nicolas Cage Month 2021 and Desirae and Amanda get real deep on this one! They talk narcissism of self-loathing, breath control, narrative reality, and decide who’s real and who’s fake. Plus check out cherishorperishpod.com for a special treat for our cherished listeners!2021-01-211h 00Symptoms of SuburbiaStuck in quarantine with KirkJoin Kirk and I as we discuss travel stories, life in quarantine, and how to kill this thing called life.
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2021-01-2056 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 33- The Rock and National TreasureIt’s the second installment of Nicolas Cage Month 2021! In this episode, Amanda and Desirae talk fireworks, goo goo eyes, and big TVs; get a little lesson in UK geography; and make one thing absolutely clear: do not tell them to shut up!2021-01-141h 36Symptoms of SuburbiaSunk costs, what's gone, is gone!A sunk cost refers to money that has already been spent and which cannot be recovered. In business, the axiom that one has to "spend money to make money" is reflected in the phenomenon of the sunk cost. A sunk cost differs from future costs that a business may face, such as decisions about inventory purchase costs or product pricing. Sunk costs are excluded from future business decisions because the cost will remain the same regardless of the outcome of a decision.
- Investopedia
What sunk costs can you identify in your life?
F...2021-01-1319 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 32- Con AirCherish or Perish kicks off 2021 with Nicolas Cage Month! In this episode Desirae further enrages Christopher Nolan, and Amanda has disturbing urges. Plus the hosts uncover a wild country music controversy, reveal the secret to fame, determine what kind of man is your type of guy, and expose The Creator of the Heart of the Internet! 2021-01-071h 14Symptoms of SuburbiaThe path to purpose with MariaJoin Maria and I as we discuss how to navigate through past traumas and access the life you truly want.
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2021-01-061h 07
Cherish or PerishBonus Episode #1- 2020 Year End ReviewAmanda and Desirae take a look back at this ridiculous year and talk about their favorite episodes, movies, characters, and more from the first season of Cherish or Perish! Which movies did our intrepid hosts find the scariest, funniest, most surprising, and...horniest? Plus the winners of the Nicolas Cage Month 2021 poll and so much more in this bonus episode!2021-01-0158 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 30- A Christmas Story and National Lampoon's Christmas VacationMerry Christmas from Cherish or Perish! Warm yourself in the glow of these roasted Christmas classics- In this episode Desirae reveals the root of her weird relationship to hot sauce, Amanda puts her liberal arts degree to questionable use, it’s determined which ‘A Christmas Story’ cast member grew up to be hot (spoiler: it’s Farkus), and should we have started gift shopping already? (recorded 12/13/20)2020-12-241h 11
Cherish or PerishEpisode 29- Die Hard and The Long Kiss GoodnightIn this action-packed holiday episode, Amanda and Desirae declare death to Christmas, celebrate Alan Rickman, wish for amnesia-skills, and advocate for something wildly unexpected. Plus! Do you have the detonators? Because, TBH? We really need those detonators. (Recorded 12/06/20)2020-12-171h 32
Cherish or PerishEpisode 28- GremlinsIn this horrifyingly holiday-tastic episode, Desirae and Amanda ask: Who would get kicked off the island first in ‘Cherish or Perish Survivor’? What is the gestational cycle of Mogwais? At what point does Customer Service go too far? And what about the dog?!?! (recorded 12/3/20)2020-12-1048 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 27- Home AloneBreak out the twinkle lights and blowtorches, it’s Christmas Movie Season! Amanda and Desirae kick it off with a 90s fave and discuss Christmas Hair, Butt Attention, and Kevin McAllister as the original American Psycho. Plus! A shout out to Matthew Lillard's sister and should Quentin Tarantino be allowed to laugh? (Recorded 11/22/20)2020-12-031h 05
Cherish or PerishEpisode 26- VibesIt’s Amanda’s birthday! In this episode, Desirae and Amanda talk turkey, literally. Plus! They parse out comments from compliments, celebrate Peter Falk, share a fun holiday anecdote, and have the final word on “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”. Stay home and listen while gorging yourself on pie! (Recorded 11/15/20)2020-11-2653 min
Cherish or PerishEpisode 25- The Truman Show and Being John MalkovichIn this episode we have a new president and a GHOST! Amanda and Desirae ask the tough questions: are Kylie and Kendall living in the Matrix? What’s up with puppets? Who’s in all these old people bodies? And an exciting announcement for 2021! (recorded 11/08/20)2020-11-191h 26The Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 31 - How to Trust God with Action In Spite of the Pushback with Chantalle AdamsonIt's one thing to say you trust God, but it's a whole different thing when you have to show up and trust with action! Today special guest Chantalle Adamson of De'Zauree Beauty breaks it down on what it looks like to trust God with action in spite of internal and external pushback to choose the opposite of what God is leading you to do.
In this episode we talk about: 1. Trust versus her fear of pregnancy and birth. 2. Identity Issues and seeing yourself the way God sees you. 3. Overcoming strong family expectations (including growing up in a...2020-11-121h 12
Cherish or PerishEpisode 24- Dave and Wag the DogIn this patriotic episode Desirae and Amanda decide that Hitchcock is pretty good and Chelsea Peretti is definitely great, discuss the fantasy of morally competent politicians, and debate the best soundtrack for undermining global democracy. Plus! Why does evil have such bad hair? (recorded 11/01/20)2020-11-121h 28
Cherish or PerishEpisode 23- Jennifer's Body and The WitchIn the final episode of Halloween Horror Extravaganza 2020, Amanda and Desirae defend bad girls, get down with the Olde Tyme Religion, figure out what kind of witches they want to be, and deliver a message from Big Candy. (Recorded 10/18/20)Join the Cherish or Perish community at cherishorperishpod.com!2020-11-051h 46
Cherish or PerishEpisode 22- House on Haunted Hill and Stir of EchoesIt’s the penultimate episode of Halloween Horror Extravaganza 2020! Amanda continues to deny the horror of the leather scene, Desirae can spot a hairpiece from fifty yards, the rise of the Cheperish, nosy neighbors and their uses, PLUS the reveal of the final Halloween Horror Extravaganza movies! (Recorded 10/11/20)Join the Cherish or Perish community at cherishorperishpod.com!2020-10-291h 31
Cherish or PerishEpisode 21- The Witches and Hocus PocusIt’s week 6 of Halloween Horror Extravaganza! In this episode Amanda and Desirae get into late night internet research, the ironic terror instilled by ‘Stranger Danger’, inflatable cats, and of course Nicolas Cage. (recorded 10/4/20)Join the Cherish or Perish community at cherishorperishpod.com !2020-10-221h 47
Cherish or PerishEpisode 20- Final Destination and Paranormal ActivityIt’s week 5 of Halloween Horror Extravaganza! In this episode Amanda broadcasts from her bunker, Desirae finds logistical flaws in Death’s design, and time makes fools of us all. Plus, find out which celebrity looks like a Jeremy Renner Time Traveler! (Recorded 09/27/20)Join the Cherish or Perish Podcast community at cherishorperishpod.com2020-10-151h 11
Cherish or PerishEpisode 19- Flatliners and In the Mouth of MadnessIt’s week 4 of Halloween Horror Extravaganza! In this psychologically horrifying episode, Amanda and Desirae prove there is no afterlife, explore the allure of Sam Neill and garbage disposals, debate flaps and their uses, and discuss Kevin Bacon’s ‘Heart and Souls’ moment. It’s a callback! (Recorded 09/20/20)Join the Cherish or Perish community at cherishorperishpod.com2020-10-081h 22
Cherish or PerishEpisode 18- The Ring and The GrudgeIt’s week 3 of Cherish or Perish Halloween Horror Extravaganza 2020! In this episode the record is set straight on Seattle rain, Amanda gets very passionate about horse privacy, Desirae explains Lighthouse Town People, and what’s up with straight men calling their partners ‘kiddo’? PLUS BONUS HHE SECRET EPISODE ANNOUNCEMENT! (recorded 9/13/20)Join the Cherish or Perish community at cherishorperishpod.com2020-10-011h 22
Cherish or PerishEpisode 17- The Witches of Eastwick and Practical MagicIt’s week 2 of the Cherish or Perish Halloween Horror Extravaganza 2020! In this episode Amanda and Desirae play Would You Rather: vampires vs. witches, investigate the death of John Updike, and discuss two movies about women that still fail the Bechdel test. Plus, Amanda becomes obsessed and Desirae channels Cher! (recorded 9/6/20)Join the Cherish or Perish community at cherishorperishpod.com2020-09-241h 35
Cherish or PerishEpisode 16- Alien and Event HorizonIt’s the Cherish or Perish Halloween Horror Extravaganza 2020 kick off! We’re getting the party started with a pair of Space Horror classics! Plus, Desirae shares her opinions on hentai and pumpkin spice lattes, Amanda takes a trip in a rave maze, and A SPECIAL SPOOKY THEME SONG! We didn’t even know! (recorded 8/30/20)Join the Cherish or Perish community at cherishorperishpod.com - Comment on the episodes, send us movie suggestions, exclusive blog content, and more all for free!2020-09-171h 38
Cherish or PerishEpisode 13- Adventures in Babysitting and Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s DeadIn this episode Amanda and Desirae talk about Rizzoli and Isles (again), the scam that is college, Amanda has her mind blown by not-Paul Rudd, and Desirae has her mind blown by Keith Coogan (Recorded 08/09/20)Join the Cherish or Perish community at cherishorperishpod.com - Comment on the episodes, send us movie suggestions, exclusive blog content, and more all for free!2020-08-271h 48
Cherish or PerishEpisode 6- Splash and MannequinIn this episode Amanda and Desirae talk about gross men, the history of the PG-13 rating, Amanda’s internet still sucks, and Desirae’s computer EXPLODES WITH ANGER! Also a correction: the next episode (ep 7) movies will be What About Bob? and The Great Outdoors (recorded 6/14/20)Join the Cherish or Perish community at cherishorperishpod.com - Comment on the episodes, send us movie suggestions, exclusive blog content, and more all for free!2020-07-091h 08
Symptoms of SuburbiaAlthough we've come...to the end of the road!!You a real one if you sang the episode title, I was singing while writing it. Well folks this is the last episode of season 1. Don't worry though, I will be back! In this episode I share some of my favorite books I've read this year so far:
1. Untamed - Glennon Doyle
2. Understanding the Power and Purpose of Women
3. Understanding the Power and Purpose of Men
4. Break the Habit of Being Yourself
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2020-07-0505 minSymptoms of SuburbiaInterior Design, Life From the Inside OutWhew chile, I was the toxic one all along. It's always difficult accepting that you were the problem in your relationship/friendship. Acknowledgement is the first step to becoming a better version of yourself. Join me as I spill all the tea about the areas I struggle in.
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2020-06-2820 minSymptoms of SuburbiaEveryone's a Critic - How to Deal With itEpisode Takeaways:
- We dislike criticism because it confirms that belief that we are not enough
- We dislike criticism because it threatens our identify
- Criticism, although not always positive, can shed light on areas that we need to work on
- Marisa Peer Mindvalley Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lw3NyUMLh7Y
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2020-05-0318 minSymptoms of SuburbiaBreaking Bonds, the Foundation of RelationshipsEpisode Takeaways
- Identify what the byproduct is of the chemistry you have with someone. Is it life giving or life taking?
-Understanding your values and communicating them to your partner can reduce confusion and clarify if that person is in alignment with you.
-Integrity begins with you. Are your thoughts, actions, and behaviors in alignment with who you claim to be?
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2020-04-2612 minThe Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 15 - How Healing Myself Inspired the World with Faith Broussard Cade of Fleur De Lis SpeaksAfter experiencing a Traumatic Brain Injury as a result of a rear-ended car accident, Faith Broussard Cade candidly talks about the road to recovery. Faith is now well known for her #fleurdelisspeaks mini handwritten inspirational notes that encourage bold self-care, shifting mindsets, and taking charge of our lives in healthy ways. Visit SincerelyMrsMommy.com for links and all the ways to connect with Faith.
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To C...2019-06-2656 minThe Desiraé Ofori Podcast | Confidence and Bold Faith for Christian WomenEP 7 - How a Couple's Staycation Saved Our MarriageOn this episode "How a Couple's Staycation Saved My Marriage", I bring you in behind the scenes of our 24 hour LuGadO Couple's Staycation that we share with two other married couple's. This weekend was our 1 year LuGadO anniversary, so we took time to reflect on how the support of the staycations, and the relationships between the wives, the husbands and the group as a whole has helped each of us work towards healthier and more enjoyable marriages. Check out the blog for photos of all the special surprises that our house hosts prepared for the group. LuGadO is a combination...2019-03-0445 min