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Find Your JoyEnergy ExchangeAli and Christine talk about how we are always exchanging energy.About the Guest:Christine Daer is a Certified Life Skills Coach, Angelic Reiki Master and Lightworker, Ageless Grace instructor and proud Mama of two gorgeous boys, Rio and Kai. She is a free-spirit, having spent many years travelling the world, surrounding herself with new people and cultures, as well as self discovery and development practices. She loved her earlier career as an Actress and TV Presenter, as well as working at sea on cruise ships, but now follows her heart working on her spiritual...2024-07-3138 min
Deadly Chaotic EnergyEP1: Alison Botha & Bobby Joe LongHello Crime Coven! We are revamping the show! This week, Amy takes on the case of Alison Botha, a little nod to our old episode, and Randy takes on the case of serial killer of Bobby Joe Long. Grab your favorite drink and sip along! Cheers!Follow us on our pages:Instagram: @deadlychaoticenergypodcastTwitter: @DCEPodcastTikTok: @deadlychaoticenergypodEmail us confessions, listener stories, or story recommendations at deadlychaoticenergypodcast@gmail.comAmy's IG: @theposhgeordieTwitter: @MedusaRantsTikTok: @medusarants2023-06-1439 min
Embodied and AwakeTrusting Your ProcessTrusting who we are and our unique process of life is an empowering and growth enhancing way of living. Yet, so many find themselves disconnected from that truth, turning outward for approval or validation, and comparing oneself to those around them. This short and sweet episode is a deep dive into these rocky waters, providing opportunity to self-reflect and tools to create new pathways around truly trusting one's uniquely beautiful and divinely timed process of life. PLEASE NOTE: Embodied and Awake will be on a short recording hiatus but will return early 2023 with more juicy and inspiring e...2022-10-0523 min
The GripeThe Gripe Remix Volume 11: I fought the Law(d)The Gripe Remix Volume 11: I fought the Law(d) by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2022-04-2959 min
Simply RealInterview with Alison Friedman-Wardrobe stylist/Fashion DesignerAlison Friedman is a wardrobe stylist and fashion designer based in New York. Her work is centered around visual presentation through her precise attention to detail, bold vision, and extensive knowledge of trends. For every project, she intricately pieces together clothing, accessories, and props while ensuring that her clients always feel comfortable. Alison's approach towards her work encompasses the idea of bringing creative vision to life by curating an image that tells a compelling story.
Known for her energetic personality, Alison provides a unique perspective to styling by experimenting with distinct combinations of color, shape, form, and texture. She perceives sty...2022-04-2640 minSimply RealInterview with Alison Friedman-Wardrobe stylist/Fashion DesignerAlison Friedman is a wardrobe stylist and fashion designer based in New York. Her work is centered around visual presentation through her precise attention to detail, bold vision, and extensive knowledge of trends. For every project, she intricately pieces together clothing, accessories, and props while ensuring that her clients always feel comfortable. Alison's approach towards her work encompasses the idea of bringing creative vision to life by curating an image that tells a compelling story.
Known for her energetic personality, Alison provides a unique perspective to styling by experimenting with distinct combinations of color, shape, form, and texture. She perceives sty...2022-04-2640 minSimply RealInterview with Alison Friedman-Wardrobe stylist/Fashion DesignerAlison Friedman is a wardrobe stylist and fashion designer based in New York. Her work is centered around visual presentation through her precise attention to detail, bold vision, and extensive knowledge of trends. For every project, she intricately pieces together clothing, accessories, and props while ensuring that her clients always feel comfortable. Alison's approach towards her work encompasses the idea of bringing creative vision to life by curating an image that tells a compelling story.
Known for her energetic personality, Alison provides a unique perspective to styling by experimenting with distinct combinations of color, shape, form, and texture. She perceives sty...2022-04-2640 minThe GripeThe Gripe Remix: Volume 10 How to be (or not be) a FriendThis week Kai and Alison break down friendships that have survived, endured or just flat out ended. See y'all there!2022-04-0758 minThe GripeThe Gripe Remix Volume 9: Gripe Worthy Seattle CelebsThe Gripe Remix Volume 9: Gripe Worthy Seattle Celebs by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2022-03-281h 14
Solid SixEpisode 86: Casshern (2004)Josh, Alison and Brady fight evil robots with Casshern - Kazuaki Kiriya's 2004 live action adaptation of the classic anime. Plus!Cranes Are Flying, Crossing Delancey, Muscle Beach Party, The Power of the Dog, Messiah of Evil, Cobra Kai, Archive 81, GetEven, Riders of Justice, The Gentlemen, Don’t Breathe Part 2, Those Who Wish Me Dead, and Wind River!Leave us a voicemail! We’ll play it on the show. Letterboxd: Alison, Josh, Brady, MattEmail us - podcast@solidsix.netFollow us on Instagram, Facebook, and TwitterLeave a review on Apple Podcasts!2022-01-311h 55The GripeThe Gripe Remix Volume 3: Words and PhrasesThe Gripe Remix Volume 3: Words and Phrases by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2022-01-2452 minThe GripeThe Gripe Remix: Volume 2: Cancel Cult-ureThis week, we gripe all things Cancel Culture and we start to wonder about Kai's obsession with Bon(e) Appetit. We have A LOT to say this week. See y'all there!2022-01-141h 00The GripeThe Gripe Remix: Volume 1: Omarosa - The Original VillainWhere have Alison and Kai been the past two years?! Who is "The Original Villain?" All this and more on today's episode of the Gripe.2022-01-0653 min
Embodied and AwakeEmbodying Life with Authenticity and AcceptanceEmbodiment has become an overused term in the world of wellness, movement, yoga, women's work, and even men's work. When we live a life of embodiment, we are choosing to live from a place of authenticity and acceptance. Life becomes our platform for growth and empowerment. No matter what has unfolded in our lives, what the current events are, we can choose to drop deeply into who we are and build that inner muscle of strength. We can choose to embody who we are from our truth and live life in alignment with that truth. Th...2021-02-0920 min
The Purple House PodcastEpisode 16: Cobra Kai, the Inauguration and FGLChris and Alison discuss Cobra Kai, the Inauguration, and a very special interview with FGL (Felix Grundy Lee).2021-01-2225 min
Sis & Tell Podcast"Kevin the Psychic Cockatiel"Alison and Amanda obsess about an outrageous obituary and compare notes on Crispin Glover and Cobra Kai. Sis & Tell, an award-winning weekly podcast recently featured on Forbes, is hosted by sisters Alison Goldstein Lebovitz from PBS' The A List and comedian Amanda Goldstein Marks.2020-09-0431 min
Embodied and AwakeKAI ROTHMAN-DAVIS With Words of Wisdom for AdultsMy guest today is a very special one, my 11-year old son, Kai. I invited Kai onto the podcast to have a chat about being a young person during this time of pandemic, his ways of taking care of himself, and any other words of wisdom that we, as adults, could hear around supporting our children in navigating these wildly uncertain times. Kai has been through a lot of transition, uncertainty, change, and upheaval in his young life and I have witnessed his incredible resilience, strength, kindness, compassion, and determination over and over and over again. For t...2020-07-2721 minThe GripeEpisode 99: Social Skills for AdultsEpisode 99: Social Skills for Adults by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2020-02-1055 minThe GripeEpisode 97: What even happened in the 2010's?Hey guys! We're back with Gripes on Gripes. We're having a littttttle technical difficulty and can't get the opening music correct, don't worry, we will gripe about it! In this week's episode we break down what even happened in the 2010's?! Who knows, it's still a blur. See y'all there!2020-01-251h 05
Not Another Mummy PodcastTom Cox on Being A Gay, Adoptive Dad (Live Episode with F&F at Tesco)Welcome back to a new season of Not Another Mummy Podcast and I've got a brilliant episode to kick things off. Along with his husband Daniel, my guest, Tom Cox, adopted his son Kai. Tom chats to me about everything from that moment he knew he wanted to be a dad, what made them choose adoption over surrogacy and how he felt when he first saw their son Kai's adoption profile and knew he was the one. He talks about the long process and how emotionally tough it was, being approved by different panels and hoping and praying that...2019-09-1035 minThe GripeEpisode 96: Ghosts of Friendships PastThis week on The Gripe, Kai and Alison discuss how to behave in the world with your "mortal enemy." (As Kai likes to describe them!) If you're a human being living on this planet, chances are, you have an ex-friend. How do you act when you see them again? Of course we don't agree on what is the best course of action! See y'all there!2019-07-2546 minThe GripeEpisode 95: N'ary a N'ary The Plastic Surgery EditionEpisode 95: N'ary a N'ary The Plastic Surgery Edition by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2019-07-1259 minThe GripeEpisode 94: What we choose to IgnoreThere are several small things throughout the ins and outs of our days that we choose to ignore. Behaviours, misbehaviours, etc. Today on The Gripe, Kai and Alison break down several of those small items that oft get ignored...and wonder, why are they ignored? And, should they be ignored? See y'all there!2019-06-271h 01The GripeEpisode 93: 90210h no you didn't!Episode 93: 90210h no you didn't! by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2019-06-1557 minThe GripeEpisode 92: Generation NeXtAre we "young Gen X'ers" or "Old Millennials?" We say "young Gen X'ers" all the way! The NY Times is obsessed with Gen X these days, so we gripe and groan about everything that made Gen X, who we are today.2019-05-301h 03The GripeEpisode 91: Gone Too SoonOn this week's pod, we discuss at length the artists and performers in our life that have been taken from us too soon. We go in depth on how these folks affected our lives and why we wished they were still around today. See y'all there!2019-05-1658 minThe GripeEpisode 90: If there's a problem, yo I'll solve itWhen people give advice, do they have good intentions or do they just want to show that they know something? That's what we dive into on this episode of The Gripe. We chat about the WORST advice that we were ever given and the repercussions of it all. See y'all there!2019-05-031h 03The GripeEpisode 89: Guests Gone WildEpisode 89: Guests Gone Wild by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2019-04-2059 minThe GripeEpisode 88: April, FoolsEpisode 88: April, Fools by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2019-04-0448 minThe GripeEpisode 87: The One Where We Say Everything is "Bizarre"This week, Kai and Alison are labeling everything as bizarre. I mean, these are truly weird times we are living in. ANYWAY! Our topic this week are our experiences in doctors offices, urgent cares, emergency rooms, etc. The good, the bad, the ugly, the bloody, the catheters. It's all here on The Gripe, see y'all there!2019-03-2953 minThe GripeEpisode 86: When you're Illin'It's no fun being sick, even though you are allowed to sit at home and watch all the tv you want...it still stinks. Today, we are talking about all of the lows and lows of catching that seasonal cold or allergies. Join us, see y'all there!2019-03-2251 minThe GripeEpisode 85: Throw a Party, Throw ShadeEver been to a party that was awkward AF because Ted from accounting wouldn't put his clothes back on? Or where the host put the appetizers out next to the cat's litter box? Or that was thrown for a guest of honor who was allergic to all the food? Annoying right? Our latest gripe all parties is right here for you!2019-03-1554 minThe GripeEpisode 84: Mr. and Mrs SmithWe back! Are you completely over hearing about Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper? We are, too. In fact, we didn't even watch their performance. However, that did spawn our topic today. Celebrity couples that have married AFTER they starred in a movie together. They just can't help themselves, you guys. Also, we paid homage to Luke Perry and gave you all a homework assignment. See y'all there!2019-03-0856 minThe GripeEpisode 83 : Airing our AirBnb GripesEpisode 83 : Airing our AirBnb Gripes by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2019-02-211h 02The GripeEpisode 82: S'No Joke!!Okay, y'all! We literally got dumped on in Seattle and it created all kinds of a mess for us. Both imagined and real. Are we the delicate snowflakes that people see us as or was the hysteria justified? Join us as we discuss Seattle's 2019 #snowpocalypse. See you there!2019-02-1453 minThe GripeEpisode 81: Blame it on the rainLast week was all about actors that needed to retire, and this week it's all about musicians that have had their MOMENT and now need to enjoy the good life. Oh and it's snowing in Seattle. We discuss that for a solid five minutes at the beginning of the pod. See y'all there!2019-02-0859 minThe GripeEpisode 80: Acting OutWe are taking the phrase "sparks joy" to a whole new level! This week we are talking about folks that maaaaaayyyyybbbbeeeeee need to take an early retirement. See y'all there!2019-01-3158 minThe GripeEpisode 79: 10 Things I Gripe about MeIn the spirit of January and "New Year, New Me", this week Kai and Alison are talking about the biggest gripes they have about themselves. Don't get it twisted, they aren't doing anything about these gripes because resolutions are so 2000 and late. And it's important to note that they still love themselves (like, a lot) but sometimes they get on their own nerves. Curious? See y'all there!2019-01-2458 minThe GripeEpisode 78: Why I hate my phoneDo we love our phones or do we hate our phones? Why is there a constant need to be so connected with everyone and everything at all times? That's what we're griping about this week. We have a lot of things to say about why we hate our phone this week, see y'all there!2019-01-1756 minThe GripeEpisode 77: Words and Phrases Part 3New Year, Same Us! We're still out here hating on annoying words and phrases that y'all insist on using. Warning: we're a little meaner than usual on this pod, see y'all there!2019-01-1155 minThe GripeEpisode 76: Who had the worst 2018?Spoiler Alert: It wasn't Alison or Kai, we had great years, thank you very much. BUT, a lot of people, places or things had TERRIBLE years and we're breaking it down for y'all. Some are expected and some are unexpected; see y'all there!2019-01-0357 min
Crunchy Cocktail HourBloopers!Join us as we share a behind the scenes look at the Crunchy Cocktail Hour including some of our favorites from 2018, a look at 2019 and bloopers from previous episodes. Happy New Year!
Links mentioned in this episode:
What we're drinking: Dogfish Head Liquid Truth Serum
Sound Production by: Yōkai Audio
Dream Guests:
Amy McCready from Positive Parenting Solutions
Susie from Busy Toddler
Rachel Hollis author of Girl Wash Your Face
Episodes mentioned:
The Myth of the Multi-Vitamin, Episode 38
Larisa Begs Alison to Stop Using Teflon & More, Episode 36
Things Seen on the Internet, Episode 21
Getting the Markle Sparkle, Episode 32
Skincare Rou...2018-12-2800 minThe GripeEpisode 75 Corny Christmas Movie LoveEpisode 75 Corny Christmas Movie Love by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2018-12-2159 minThe GripeEpisode 74: "Feliz Navi-dead"Included in today's Gripe: several Public Service Announcements regarding being self-aware, the new book club choice and the Annual Gripe Gift Guide. We cover it all from $2 lip balm to really expensive things because you never know which one of your friends are rich and want to blow some cash on their friends. See y'all there!2018-12-1357 minThe GripeEpisode 73 "I am the Joneses.""Comparison is the thief of joy"--someone smart. We know that we shouldn't compare our stuff to other people's stuff, but what is more American than competition? Especially with your friends, family, and neighbors? Today, we're talking about "Keeping up with the Joneses." We actually get a little bit deep. See y'all there!2018-12-0657 minThe GripeEpisode 72: Retail WoesChances are, you've experienced the woes of working in retail. And if you haven't, well we outline them all in today's Gripe. Today is all about that retail life, both from the perspective from the retail worker and the consumer. We got things to say. See y'all there!2018-11-3058 minThe GripeEpisode 71: Black Friday Horror StoriesHappy Thanksgiving, everyone!! We hope you're enjoying your holiday and eating too much and wearing soft pants and arguing with your relatives. If you need a break from all the Thanksgiving stimulation, here's our gift to you! Black Friday horror stories. We gathered up some of the best of the worst Black Friday tales around. It will make you feel sad about the state of humanity but good about yourself. Cheers!!2018-11-2255 minThe GripeEpisode 70: BirthgivingSo many celebrations in November! Alison's significant other has created a hybrid holiday, combining his birthday with Thanksgiving and has coined it "Birthgiving". We couldn't think of a title for this episode, so that won out because it sounds funny. Anyway! This week, we discuss Thanskgiving gripes as well as what we're thankful for this year. A little gripey, a little grateful. See y'all there!2018-11-1656 minThe GripeEpisode 69: Trains, Blames, and AutomobilesWe've griped about Planes and Traffic, but there's still so much more! On this episode, we chat about all things transportation. PLUS: Kai reveals a secret that he has been keeping from Alison for the past month and a half. THE HORRORS. P.S Yay for positive mid term results and yay for Alison's birthday! We will see y'all there!2018-11-0957 minThe GripeEpisode 68: "The Hate You Give" Special Book Club EditionEpisode 68: "The Hate You Give" Special Book Club Edition by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2018-11-021h 00The GripeEpisode 67: Boozers, Users, and LosersAnd.......we're back! After being off a week, Alison and Kai discuss the "why's" behind their absence from the airwaves. You'll have to tune into hear why. The meat of the Gripe today is, booze. We talk about it all from our first alcohol experience to the incessant "mommy needs wine" culture that is permeating society. See y'all there!2018-10-2556 minThe GripeEpisode 62: Policing PolitenessEff Politeness! Kai and Alison are here to tell y'all that you do not need to be polite to spare other folks feelings. We are entering a new day and age, y'all. Today on the 'cast, we chat about the difference between being polite and being kind. And do we have things to say! Also, topics covered today: the Florence situation, Elon smoking up, Kamm pants, and Tori Spelling. See y'all there!2018-09-1451 minThe GripeEpisode 61: The Bad Boss ClubIf we didn't have bad bosses, what would you bond over with your coworkers? This week's episode is allllll about bad bosses; not only have we had bad bosses, we've BEEN bad bosses. Oops! (I'm sure no one has Griped about Alison and Kai though.) Also on the 'cast this week; Elvin bagging coconut oil at Trader Joe's, MaryAnn trying to get into a home, Lindsay Lohan "living her best life," Colin Kap and Nike, and anonymous letters to the NY Times.2018-09-061h 05The GripeEpisode 60: Alison and Kai go to the Movies and other hilarityYou know crazy things ensue when Kai and Alison hit the streets and go out on the town. The "town" being a suburban restaurant and a movie theater, however, we make everything fun. Today on the 'cast we chat about Instagram content, dining and dashing, the come up dude: Andrew Gillum, racism, Sen. John McCain's passing, Janet Jackson and Christian Siriano. The meat of today's meal, (sorry vegans) is our thoughts surrounding film du jour: Black kkklansmen. Check it out! See y'all there.2018-08-3158 minThe GripeEpisode 59: Namastay the F*$k AwayGuys, if it sounds too good to be to true, it often is. This week we're talking about cults. Chances are, you probably know someone who has dipped their toe in some cult like lifestyles. (Both Kai and Alison have!) Interested? See y'all there!2018-08-231h 04The GripeEpisode 56- Putting the END in FRIENDBreaking up is hard to do. Before you get all worried, just know that Kai and Alison aren't breaking up. But, we have both definitely broken up with friends before. Are you responsible to let the other person know that you need a break from the friendship? Or do you ghost them? How do you feel in the aftermath? We talk about it all on this week's episode. See y'all there!2018-08-0259 minThe GripeEpisode 54: Excuse me, server??When Kai and Alison go out on the town, you know we're gonna see things that need to be Gripe'd about. Such is life. We went to dinner with a friend and all sort of crazy things happened, but most importantly, it gave us a new topic: The Service Industry. See y'all there!2018-07-2058 minThe GripeEpisode 53: Mind your P's and Q'sWe are living in strange times, folks. Where likes and followers matter more than real human connection. This episode is inspired by the full on personal crisis Alison had when someone she thought she was friendly with "unfollowed" her. What was the catalyst for hitting that button? The world will never know. This week on The Gripe, we are chatting about the rules for social media engagement. See y'all there!2018-07-1250 minThe GripeEpisode 50: So, no one told you life was going to be this way? (Clap, clap, clap, clap)Hiyeeeee, this week Alison and Kai discuss one of their favorite shows ever, "Friends." We discuss the highs and lows of Season 1, where we meet all of the Friends. Of course, one persons gripe is another persons hype. We tend to disagree. #teamjoey #teamrachel. See y'all there!2018-06-2346 minThe GripeEpisode 49: To Eat or Not to EatWell, this is it. This is the episode where Alison and Kai realize they have nothing in common. This week, we are talking about our most under and over rated foods and we could not disagree more with each other's choices. Care about food? Join us this week!2018-06-1549 minThe GripeEpisode 48: Gripe Book ClubOn our never ending quest to appear smart, this week Kai and Alison are discussing their second book in the Gripe Book Club: Erotic Stories of Punjabi Widows. (We start chatting about it at the 30 minute mark.)Among other things discussed, hate mail, dog attacks, Kate Spade and more! See y'all there.2018-06-081h 02The GripeEpisode 44: Age is (not) just a numberAhhhhh, the age old question...can you age gracefully? Alison and Kai are back this week griping about getting old. Are you PRO-tox or NO-tox? Why do women have it so much harder than men? Do you ever really grow up? It's all here, this week on The Gripe.2018-05-1759 minThe GripeEpisode 43: Knocked Up Part 2Alison and Kai are back this week with part 2 of our series on Motherhood. In part two, we discuss post pregnancy gripes. The child is here...now what?!? All of this plus, our favorite Met Gala looks, Childish Gambino's viral hit and the return of Alison's favorite radio station to the Seattle airwaves. See y'all there!2018-05-111h 00The GripeEpisode 40: Gripe LifeAfter being away from each other for three weeks, Alison and Kai spend this week's episode catching up with each other. They've saved all of their above board gossip for these 45 minutes. They cover everything from the Khloe Kardashian scandal to Alison's first experience at The Masters. See y'all there!2018-04-2047 minThe GripeEpisode 39 Words and Phrases Part TwoEpisode 39 Words and Phrases Part Two by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2018-04-1239 min
Trap Nation RadioTNR #020 – Welcoming Alison WonderlandThe one and only Alison Wonderland joins us for an exclusive guest mix on Episode 20! She just dropped an amazing album last week, performing at Coachella this weekend and the featured guest on Trap Nation Radio now - nothing can stop her!
Tweet your questions & comments at @AllTrapNation with #TrapNationRadio. Don’t forget to rate and review on all of your favorite podcast apps. Follow Trap Nation on YouTube - youtube.com/alltrapnation!
01. AObeats - No Fakin' [TRAP NATION EXCLUSIVE]
02. Charlie Puth - We Don't Talk Anymore feat. Selena Gomez (BOXINBOX & LIONSIZE Remix)
03. Yetep - A...2018-04-1259 min
Trap Nation RadioTNR #020 – Welcoming Alison WonderlandThe one and only Alison Wonderland joins us for an exclusive guest mix on Episode 20! She just dropped an amazing album last week, performing at Coachella this weekend and the featured guest on Trap Nation Radio now - nothing can stop her!
Tweet your questions & comments at @AllTrapNation with #TrapNationRadio. Don’t forget to rate and review on all of your favorite podcast apps. Follow Trap Nation on YouTube - youtube.com/alltrapnation!
01. AObeats - No Fakin' [TRAP NATION EXCLUSIVE]
02. Charlie Puth - We Don't Talk Anymore feat. Selena Gomez (BOXINBOX & LIONSIZE Remix)
03. Yetep - A...2018-04-1259 minThe GripeEpisode 38: Losing My ReligionWhy are the pews so uncomfortable and why do all the "young" churches have a rock band and a smoke machine? Alison and Kai delve into their own experiences with religion and chat about the good, bad and ugly of it. See y'all there!2018-04-0650 minThe GripeEpisode 37: Suns Out Gripes OutEpisode 37: Suns Out Gripes Out by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2018-03-3043 minThe GripeEpisode 33: Vacay GripesAlison and Kai are about to go on vacation, so they have decided to break down their full list of vacation gripes! From not being able to relax to not being able to poop; you heard it here first. See y'all there!2018-02-2844 minThe GripeEpisode 32: Special Book Club Edition: The GoldfinchJoin Alison and Kai as they embark on their inaugural book club special edition gripe. We are discussing Donna Tartt's, "Goldfinch." So, please listen and laugh along with us as two non literary snobs discuss some high brow fiction.2018-02-261h 02The GripeEpisode 30: XOXO, The GripeHappy Valentime's Day everyone! On this episode of The Gripe, Alison gets meta and Kai is just over it. We're talking all things February 14th today, so bring your chalky hearts and have a listen. See y'all there!2018-02-1433 minThe GripeEpisode 28: My Favorite Scandal: Tonya HardingMy Favorite Scandal Part II. On this episode of The Gripe, Alison and Kai break down everyone's favorite scandal: Tonya Harding and Nancy Kerrigan and the blown out knee. Did she know? Did she not know? Well, we don't know. But we have our suspicions. Tune in! We'll see y'all there!2018-02-0150 minThe GripeEpisode 27: Group XXX ClassesThis week on The Gripe, Kai and Alison break down all of their biggest gripes around group fitness classes. Don't get it twisted, we love to work out. We need it more than it needs us, but we're still gripers and we have to do what we do best. See y'all there!2018-01-2443 minThe GripeEpisode 26: Coffee Shop CultureGoing to get coffee has become an everyday habit, especially here in Seattle. And the more people do something, the more apt we are to gripe about it. On this episode of the Gripe, Alison and Kai break down our top gripes regarding coffee shops. See y'all there!2018-01-1744 minThe GripeEpisode 25: New phone, who dis?Is texting the lowest form of communication? Alison and Kai continue to grapple with the hard hitting topics of our world. This week on the podcast, we discuss all of our gripes with texting. Which of course, we commit some of these offenses ourselves. But, at least we are self aware. See y'all there!2018-01-1051 minThe GripeEpisode 24: New Year New GripeGuess who's back...back again?! It's Kai and Alison, surprise! Happy New Year to you and yours! We're setting up the year with good vibes and also talking about the things that annoy us in regards to New Years. See y'all there!2018-01-0338 minThe GripeEpisode 23: 2017 Top GripesCurious about what our biggest gripes are of 2017? Alison and Kai break down their biggest gripes and also their favorite episodes. We add a few more gripes in there that we forgot to talk about initially and also share more feedback from our listeners. See y'all there!2017-12-2048 minThe GripeEpisode 22: The Gripe Gift GuideDon't know what to get your niece or nephew this year? Tune in to this week's episode of The Gripe, and Kai and Alison will tell you alllllll about what's good. We will definitely tell you what NOT to buy. Are gift cards good or bad? We talk about it all, see y'all there!2017-12-1449 minThe GripeEpisode 21: My Favorite ScandalThis week, Kai and Alison talk about their favorite scandals. They love the drama but only from the outside looking in. This weeks episode contains mature content; if you're listening in the car with your kiddos you may want to save it for a later time.2017-12-0753 minThe GripeEmergency Gripe-isode!Emergency Gripe-isode! by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2017-12-0221 minThe GripeEpisode 20: Black Friday Horror StoriesHow far are you willing to go for that 1,000 inch LED plasma screen tv? Turns out, Kai and Alison are not willing to go that far. We are fine with our regular television sets. However, you can bet your bottom dollar we will laugh at your Black Friday horror stories. Tune in for this week's episode of The Gripe.2017-11-2948 minThe GripeEpisode 19: The Grateful IngratesOn this episode of The Gripe, Kai and Alison switch it up and chat about what they are thankful for this year. Now, before you get your tissues out, you know we add on our own humorous perspective to our list of items that we are thankful for. Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!2017-11-2245 minThe GripeEpisode 18: Pass the Turkey and AntacidsA day filled with food, drink, and family? What could possibly go wrong? On this week's episode of The Gripe, Kai and Alison share their biggest gripes of Kai's favorite holiday; Thanksgiving. We discuss whether it's called "dressing" or "stuffing" and a myriad of pressing topics such as this. See y'all there!2017-11-1543 minThe GripeEpisode 17: Fashion PoliceOn this episode of The Gripe, Kai, Alison, and special guest Kisha discuss fashion. Spoiler alert: Alison has gripes! We talk about everything from fashion in the streets to fashion in the sheets, just kidding! See y'all there!2017-11-0852 minThe GripeEpisode 16: School DazeEpisode 16: School Daze by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2017-11-0352 minThe GripeEpisode 15: Trick or Treat Yo'self!On this week's episode of The Gripe, Alison and Kai talk all things Halloween. As per usual, they give their opinion on everything from costumes to candy corn. This week they even throw in a little bit of current event chats, just to make themselves feel smart. See y'all there!2017-10-2547 minThe GripeEpisode 13: Food for ThotIt's so fun to go out to eat, except when it's not. Listen and learn to Kai and Alison break down what to do and not do while dining out.2017-10-1138 minThe GripeEpisode 10: Airport CultureEpisode 10: Airport Culture by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2017-09-2035 minThe GripeEpisode 9: Love thy Neighbor?Episode 9: Love thy Neighbor? by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2017-09-1329 minThe GripeEpisode 8: Rules of the RoadEpisode 8: Rules of the Road by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2017-09-0737 minThe GripeEpisode 7: Multi Level MarketingEpisode 7: Multi Level Marketing by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2017-08-3026 minThe GripeEpisode 6: Words & PhrasesEpisode 6: Words & Phrases by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2017-08-2328 minThe GripeEpisode 4: Life CoachesEpisode 4: Life Coaches by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2017-08-0219 minThe GripeEpisode 1: Hometown GripesMeet the hosts of The Gripe, Alison and Kai. They share where they're from and why they don't live there anymore! Just kidding, sort of. In this episode they talk about how their hometown has shaped them and the whole reason why they started The Gripe.2017-08-0225 minThe GripeEpisode 2: EtiquetteOur resident Southern Belle, Alison, has got some rules that everyone needs to abide by, starting yesterday. We cover it all in today's episode: wedding etiquette, the facebooks, texting etiquette and more!2017-08-0225 minThe GripeEpisode 3: Go Fund MeEpisode 3: Go Fund Me by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2017-08-0226 minThe GripeEpisode 5: The Cold ShoulderEpisode 5: The Cold Shoulder by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2017-08-0226 minThe GripePilotPilot by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)2017-06-1902 min
Ali on the Run ShowAlison Desir, Founder of Harlem RunAlison Desir is a runner, writer, and blogger, and is the founder of Harlem Run. She was the driving force behind the recent Run 4 All Women, a run from Harlem to Washington, D.C., that raised more than $100,000 for Planned Parenthood. Alison is also the creator of the Harlem One Miler, which is in its third year and will expand to Detroit, MI, later this year. Alison and I talked about how running helped her through a period of depression, how she created Harlem Run, which now boasts 250 people at its workouts, and what her plans and goals are for...2017-02-091h 03