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Hopoksia PodcastParenting A Psychopath (Part 1)A lot of folks have asked Summer what it's like to parent a psychopathic child so today Jessica, a clinician that has treated many psychopaths, joins us to discuss psychopathy & the stigma and misconceptions related to it.2023-01-1645 min
Hopoksia PodcastBringing in 2023Priya is back to help us review 2022 & gain some insight and guidance for 2023.2023-01-0232 min
Hopoksia PodcastWe Love YouThis time of year can be a struggle for a lot of people so we’re here with a quick message to let you know that you matter, we love you, and life can get better.2022-12-1904 min
Hopoksia PodcastMental Health AccessJosh joins us to talk about his personal experience with difficulty accessing Mental Health care and having to abruptly go off medications, as a result. Naturally, due to all of our experience growing up in Evangelicalism, we also discuss the intersection of our mental health and religious trauma.2022-11-2136 min
Hopoksia PodcastSelf Care & Mushroom WaterLet's talk about adulting, self-care, the importance of prioritizing rest, and mushroom water...wait! What? Just watch...2022-11-0729 min
Hopoksia PodcastHistory Is Made Every DayLeo reminds all of us that history is made every day, as we discuss recent historical events.2022-10-2448 min
Hopoksia Podcast1 YEARHappy Indigenous Peoples' Day & happy 1 year anniversary to Hopoksia Podcast! The hosts take a look at what the past year's experience has been like and look ahead to the next year. How has your life changed along this journey?2022-10-1029 min
Hopoksia PodcastHeretics LOVE Banned BooksToday we finish the conversation we started with our Apostates episode, discussing the pervasiveness of toxic theology in our everyday lives, including purity culture as foundational to rape culture; and we celebrate Banned Books Week. Read some banned books because FUCK FACSISM.
Join in the discussion. Tell us the ways that indoctrination affects your life and/or what you're reading right now.2022-09-2623 min
Hopoksia PodcastApostatesIt takes more than just leaving the church to de-xianify your life. Let's talk about it. What ways did you have to deprogram, that you never expected?
https://youtu.be/LALG1-7nEFc2022-09-1231 min
Hopoksia PodcastPlaying with ToysWe've seen entirely too much misinformation & negativity about sex toys, lately, so join us for a chat about adult toy play. We talk about our favorites and try to dispel lift the shroud of shame related to this topic. Feel free to share your favorite toy types in the comments, for others to learn about them, as well.2022-08-2928 min
Hopoksia PodcastDeconstructing JoshAfter viewing our Exvangelicals series, Josh contacted us to let us know how much he related to it and he joined us to share a little about his deconstruction journey. We love to hear other's experiences so we can all grow, together. Lots of strength going out to all who are putting in the hard work of shedding the chains of indoctrination and creating a healthy, happy self.2022-08-1545 min
Hopoksia PodcastWho's having sex in this economy?!?While chatting about dating, Priya wants to know "Who's having sex in this economy?!?" Join us for some light hearted conversation about apocalyptic dating.2022-08-0121 min
Hopoksia PodcastRepublic Of MisogynyWhite supremacy, restrictions on our healthcare, and domestic supply of infants for human trafficking. Let's talk about the most recent oppressions under this regime...2022-07-1824 min
Hopoksia PodcastHonest History: Pride ContinuesPride month may be over, but we're not done talking about it! Listen to the remainder of our conversation about Pride.2022-07-0427 minHopoksia PodcastHonest History: Pride MonthIt Pride Month! So let's talk about what Pride means and where it started.2022-06-2024 min
Hopoksia PodcastExvangelical Part 3This week we wrap up our series about our #exvangelical journeys, picking up where we left off in our discussion about purity culture and issues in compulsory monogamy. Joined by Mollie Murphy Tindle to discuss what it was like growing up in a "decentralized cult", how we deconstructed the conditioning, and where we are in the process of learning to love the perfectly imperfect humans that we are and find true happiness. #EndPurityCulture #EmptyThePews #NoShameMovement #Hopoksia
Exvangelicals Part 1: https://youtu.be/zy0wU9Mt4Q0
Exvangelicals Part 2: https://youtu.be/yooV0I-R8GA
For further discussion about toxic monogamy and...2022-06-0647 minHopoksia PodcastExvangelicals Part 2This week we continue our series about our #exvangelical journeys, picking up where we left off in our discussion about mental health and purity culture. Joined by Mollie Murphy Tindle to discuss what it was like growing up in a "decentralized cult", how we deconstructed the conditioning, and where we are in the process of learning to love the perfectly imperfect humans that we are and find true happiness. #EndPurityCulture #EmptyThePews #NoShameMovement #Hopoksia2022-05-2350 minHopoksia PodcastExvangelicals Part 1This week we begin a series about our #exvangelical journeys. Joined by Mollie Murphy Tindle to discuss what it was like growing up in a "decentralized cult", how we deconstructed the conditioning, and where we are in the process of learning to love the perfectly imperfect humans that we are and find true happiness. #EndPurityCulture #EmptyThePews #NoShameMovement #Hopoksia2022-05-0943 min
Hopoksia PodcastNot a Patriarchy PrincessLast episode, Summer promised to answer the audience question "what was it like to date a disciple of Kevin Samuels?"; so today she's going to do just that. The take away from her experience: you can't opt into patriarchy (or relationships with patriarchal men) & still hope to somehow be exempt from the harmful, negative effects, so don't ignore red flags. Choose healthy dynamics instead of spinning your wheels in the sand, because you'll only hurt yourself.2022-04-2531 min
Hopoksia PodcastAnswering Audience QuestionsToday, we answer questions from the audience. What else would you like to know? Leave a comment.2022-04-1157 min
Hopoksia PodcastLove & MarriageLet's talk about love & marriage...which are two entirely separate concepts that should not be confused or used interchangeably. Come discuss the conflation of these ideas and our belief that we should prioritize healthy relationships above legal contracts.2022-03-2844 min
Hopoksia PodcastEmotional ImmaturityA listener recommended that we read Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents. We learned a lot & are here to share some thoughts and insights with you.
For more information from the author, her website is http://www.drlindsaygibson.com/
We mention family roles, so here's a fun video from a YouTuber that we like, who is also a therapist, about the family dynamics depicted in Encanto: https://youtu.be/pTYonSTcIc82022-03-1439 min
Hopoksia PodcastHonest History: Black History Month Pt 2Part two of the conversation we had last episode about Black History Month and the importance of education. If you missed the last episode, make sure you listen to it, as well, and join us for this vital conversation.2022-02-2849 minHopoksia PodcastHonest History: Black History Month Part 1This Honest History, Leo discusses the contributions of children to the Civil Rights Movement, the background of Black History Month, finding joy and empowerment in the entirety of Black history, and much more. Join us for the first half of our discussion about Black History Month.2022-02-1423 min
Hopoksia PodcastOuttakes Mixed TapeJoin us for a little fun, today, with a behind the scenes look at the bloopers that didn't make the previous uploads. Laugh with us...& maybe at us, a bit...
For those interested in seeing the tweet thread about Summer's lips, here's the link: https://twitter.com/ChahtaSmmr/status/1240780305423892480?s=20
Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/ChrDq1UZd8g2022-01-3115 min
Hopoksia PodcastTrafficking Awareness Month: MMIWThis Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Frances Danger joins us for a discussion about MMIW, the child welfare system, and ongoing genocide.
This is a really tough topic, but it's so very important that everyone have an understanding.2022-01-1750 min
Hopoksia PodcastBoundaries & Self CareWe continually encourage people to set & maintain boundaries, so we're back for a moment of self-accountability about whether we were able to maintain our boundaries during family gatherings, as well as discussing self-care.2022-01-0331 min
Hopoksia PodcastBeloved WisdomHere's your chance to join us for our girls' night...and seeking wisdom from the universe to guide us into the new year.2021-12-2050 min
Hopoksia PodcastFamilies are FunFamily can be our biggest asset or our biggest stressor. We give you permission to set necessary boundaries.2021-12-0632 min
Hopoksia PodcastHonest History: ThanksgivingThe truth about Thankstaking and why we prefer to celebrate food & family. If you were taught the myth of "the first thanksgiving", listen to learn more about the lies your teachers told you.2021-11-2230 min
Hopoksia PodcastHave A Little FaithDr. Faith Harper joins us to help us understand a bit more about healthy sexuality and fetishes. No judgment. No shame. Just real talk.2021-11-0959 min
Hopoksia PodcastHonest History: ColumbusLeo Glazé joins us to discuss the truth about Columbus that your teachers probably never told you about.2021-10-2534 min
Hopoksia PodcastSex, Drugs, & Self ImprovementMeet the hosts who are here to help you examine & improve your life...& they're adorable af!2021-10-1139 min
The Vicious and Delicious PodcastEpisode 10: It's The Vicious and Delicious Podcast 10th Episode Spectacular Feat. Founder of Hopoksia LLC Summer Wesley.Its The Vicious and Delicious Podcasts 10th Episode Spectacular Feat. Summer Wesley!
Now that we've got a dime bag worth of episodes! This week The #FinesserProfessor and the #DancehallDerelict welcome Advocate of the Choctaw Nation, Public Speaker, Founder of "Hopoksia" LLC A company that provides educational presentations and diversity and inclusion training to organizations. Heretic, Motivational Speaker, Lawyer, Rabble Rouser, 2pac loyalist and #BigRob legal counsel: Summer Wesley!
They discuss:
The #EliteLeaf Old School Rap Battle over Memorial Day Weekend
The Lakers early exit from the NBA Playoffs
The Centennial of the Tulsa Race Massacre and the way the story h...2021-06-061h 49
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 66: New BeginningsThe closing of the Broke & Broken project is bittersweet, but we hope it brings about new beginnings for not only us (listen for the exciting announcements about what that entails), but also our entire Broke & Broken family. We want you all to continue pushing back against stigma & shame, every single day. Together, we can create a better, healthier world.2019-10-0240 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 65: Bring Aubrey HomeAubrey Dameron has been missing since March, but we refuse to let her be forgotten. Listen to her loved ones tell about Aubrey’s life, share to raise awareness, and PLEASE, if you have any information at all, contact authorities.
Delaware County Sheriff: 918-253-4521
OSBI: 800-522-8017
Cherokee Marshals: 918-207-3800
Aubrey’s family is raising funds for a reward for information leading to the whereabouts of Aubrey! Please donate, share, & support in whatever way you are able.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/aubrey-dameron-reward-fund?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&fbclid=IwAR3-CN70U9vx...2019-09-2530 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 64: Say Her Name - Aubrey DameronSay Her Name: Aubrey "Shorty" Dameron
The Life, Disappearance, and Investigation of an MMIW
Aubrey Dameron has been missing since March, but we refuse to let her be forgotten. Listen to her loved ones tell about Aubrey’s life, share to raise awareness, and PLEASE, if you have any information at all, contact authorities.
Delaware County Sheriff: 918-253-4521
OSBI: 800-522-8017
Cherokee Marshals: 918-207-38002019-09-1828 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 63: Signal BoostThis week we are signal boosting Lisa Landry's attempts to raise awareness for injustices found in family court, including in her own heartbreaking case.2019-09-111h 01
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 62: VisibilityThe incredible Cori Taber joins us to discuss her community work and the importance of trans visibility.2019-09-0429 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 61: Displacement, Reconnection, & ExpressionChristian discusses the experience of reconnecting to the cultures that his family was displaced from (Vietnamese French Polynesian Tahitian Indigenous Pasifika) and current projects as an author, comic book writer, screenwriter, spoken word poet, songwriter, orator, & storyteller.2019-08-2823 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 60: Smash PatriarchyThe title seems self explanatory…Priya & Summer rant about patriarchy and give a good demonstration of how it affects our lives on so many levels, from grave injustices to every day, seemingly mundane things. It’s time for women to stop upholding patriarchy & for men to start holding other men accountable.2019-08-2138 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 59: Attention, "Allies"!Attention, "Allies"! This episode is for you. Priya guest hosts to talk about some of the problematic patterns that arise with "allies". Listen, learn, and do better.2019-08-1428 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 58: Gilmore Girls Meets ShamelessRachel describes her relationship with her mom as “if Lorelai & Rory existed in the Shameless universe” and tells us about how her father’s addiction shaped who she is. Also, there is mention of zombies & we learn that true love is letting your cat eat your face. We can’t explain, just listen. And contact us with feedback or if you have your own story to tell.2019-08-0742 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 57: Rainbow FamilyLea tells us about her experiences with having a two-mom, multi-ethnic transracial adoptive family, as well as her weight loss journey.2019-07-3137 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 56: Celebrate Your SuccessesJust us for an update on Felina & Summers' lives and a discussion on how important it is to not give up during the struggles, and to celebrate your successes.2019-07-2435 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 55: Repeat OffenderSummer recently made her third appearance on Lisa Landry's "Womenace to Society", and she graciously gave us permission to share with you all. Listen as they chat about police brutality, qualified immunity, and Summer's penchant for offending people.2019-07-1730 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 54: My Journey with My MomFelina shares some of her journey of grieving the loss of her mom, including a recently discovered letter that her mom, Melody Lea Quinnett, left for her.
Felina,
I don’t want you to look back at your childhood with regrets that you didn’t live with the perfect family.
I want you to draw from the experience and build a successful life for yourself.
I live in fear that you will grow up to resent me for not being with you every step of growing up. I hope that you know that I have been growing up with you!
I’ve...2019-07-1021 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 53: Womenace to SocietyFelina was a recent guest on Lisa Landry's Womenace to Society. Please listen so you can get to know Felina even better, and check out Lisa's work.2019-07-0331 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 52: "You can't fix yourself with another human being"Desiree Abba talks to us about how her relationships have helped her grow and overcome codependence and find the independence and freedom to explore her own sexuality, as well as fun banter about building our empire and the truism when you’re “on a break”, you’re on a break—no matter what Rachel from Friends says.2019-06-2645 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 51: "My Prozac Was Hidden in the Radio"Kate joins us for a fun, meandering conversation about living, growing, and evolving. Life lessons are important, and learning to acknowledge our strengths & weaknesses, instead of running & hiding from our emotions, are key to learning.2019-06-1950 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 50: Broke & BrokenEpisode 50 seems like the perfect chance for a quick message about how Broke & Broken was created and how we hope to continue to serve the community. We hope out listeners continue to engage with us, and help spread our content so that it can have further impact. Together we can eliminate stigma and the shame that silences us, so that we can live our best lives and improve our mental health.2019-06-1205 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 49: Love Your BodyAnnie Slasher rejoins us for a chat about learning to love and value the bodies we're in. We talked about everything from learning to focus on our health, rather than external beauty standards, to how we try to help our kids create more healthy relationship with food than what we were taught.2019-06-0545 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 48: No Looking BackElly shares her story of leaving abuse behind & daring to create a life that is safe, happy, & loved, without concern for what others say it “should” look like.2019-05-2937 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 47: Live Without JudgementsThe incredible Carmen White Eagle talks to us about everything from sex work to shedding the weight of other people's judgements, and the importance of harm reduction. Listen & learn as she shares her experiences & wisdom.2019-05-2241 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 46: Putting On a Brave FaceA message from Felina: This is my brave face. No makeup, no filters, no bullshit. Because today I’m in an immense amount of pain due to a fibromyalgia flare up. If you look behind that smile, you’ll see dark, heavyset bags under my eyes, swollen cheeks, and a hint of pain in that smile. My evening consists of detox tea, massage machines, hot epsom salt baths, alternating hot packs and ice packs... in hopes of gaining some relief from painful, swollen joints, burning hot inflammation in my kidney’s, up my spine, the huge knots literally all over my bod...2019-05-1525 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 45: The Adventures of Bucky BoyPicklecicles, gas stations in Narnia, and sugar daddies—all things that came up during our amazing chat with listener, Buck. Talking to him was a lot of fun. Bucky Boy is the superhero we never knew we needed. Listen & laugh with us.2019-05-0851 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 44: #WOCtalksThe incredible Carmen recently had Summer on her show, Women of Color Talks, and has permitted us to repost it for the Broke & Broken family. Please listen to our conversation about sexualization & fetishization, and check out #WOCtalks!2019-05-011h 25
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 43: Music Is Miraculous (Pt 2)Our show is all about being vulnerable and open, so we were honored that some phenomenal women singer/songwriters were willing to share the miracle of music with us by performing songs that helped them heal or process vulnerable moments. (Part 2 of 2)2019-04-2429 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 42: Music is MiraculousOur show is all about being vulnerable and open, so we were honored that some phenomenal women singer/songwriters were willing to share the miracle of music with us by performing songs that helped them heal or process vulnerable moments. (Part 1 of 2)
Felina Rivera @Felinaandthefeels
Rachel Lynch @rachellynchmusic
Abbigale Dawn @abbigaledawn
Janice Francis-Smith @janicefrancissmith
Peggy Johnson
Desiree Abba @jabber.baby.wocky.art2019-04-1728 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 41: Life Is Not a Straight LineLife is not a straight line...& neither was our conversation. Allison Steinmeyer joined us to talk about her thesis-how traditional Native ceremonies help in healing-but we ended up covering so much more. Laugh with us & ponder how sometimes life is even better when things don't go as planned.2019-04-1045 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 40: #MMIW AwarenessJr. Miss Indian Oklahoma, Angelina Steinmeyer, joins us to talk about her platform, raising awareness for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, as well as her other goals and what it’s like to stand up for social justice issues as a teenager. Everyone should listen & learn from this phenomenal young woman!2019-04-0338 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 39: I'm NOT the InternListen in on a chat between our hosts, joined by Kelli Brooke, on the realities of being a woman: muli-tasking, mom-ing, & mansplaining, OH MY!2019-03-2728 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 38: Sometimes It Feels Like Everything Is a StruggleKendra Hollingsworth joins us to talk about how we all have struggles in life, the fact that poverty is NOT a moral failing, and how no one is ever truly alone in their challenges. Listen, learn, and connect with our community.2019-03-201h 02
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 37: Keep RollingSummer & Felina discuss life decisions they’ve made & how, even when you think you made the right choice, it’s not always possible to be certain. The best we can do is continually examine ourselves, keep rolling, and navigate consequences as they come.2019-03-1350 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 36: "Every Heart Has A Story""Every Heart Has A Story" and young entrepreneur and philanthropist, Calvin Dennis, joins us to tell his story of overcoming tragedy and creating his lifestyle brand, LiveBlackHeart, and the non-profit organization, Hope Connect, as well as the "Every Heart Has A Story" platform, which encourages people to tell their own stories in order to allow people to find common connections and unity.2019-03-0630 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 35: Being More PresentKelly Dwyer reminds us of the importance of self-reflection, being more present in our own lives, and creating our own happiness.2019-02-2756 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 34: Get InvolvedSaché Primeaux-Shaw joins us to talk about the work that she does in her community and why it's so important for people to be involved. Listen, learn, then take action.2019-02-2049 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 33: Lisa Landry Silenced by Sexual AssaultDid you hear the one about the comedian silenced by her sexual assault? Unfortunately, it's not joke. It's the reality that Lisa Landry has been living since 2017 but, today, she's coming out of her #metoo closet to talk about the assault and harassment she suffered by someone abusing his power.2019-02-1350 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 32: This is What Depression Looks LikeKeeping with the Broke & Broken mission, we're pushing back against the stigma related to mental health, using Summer's recent depressive episode as an example. Listen, learn, and share your own stories if you feel comfortable.2019-02-0652 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 31: Learning ExperiencesCorri joined us for a transatlantic fireside chat to tell us about some of the learning experiences from her life. From life in Germany, to learning as an adult that she had a younger brother who had been placed for adoption (& how she started a bar fight at his bachelor party), to the importance of learning from elders.2019-01-3057 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 30: Change is the Only Thing You Can Count OnVictoria shares her story of surviving domestic violence, building her life, and coping with change.2019-01-231h 14
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 29: Turning Colonialism & Imperialism on Its HeadThe incredible Alicia Smith talks with us about exploring identity & trauma through her art. The way her brilliant mind works is truly remarkable.2019-01-1654 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 28: Answers in the StarsKarie is back!! 2019 is the year of understanding ourselves & creating our own happiness. So, Karie dropped in to help us understand our place in the universe through our birth charts. Ever skeptical, as we are of everything, she surprised us with how incredibly accurate they are. Listen in, it's a lot of fun.2019-01-081h 01
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 27: Bring on 2019Share the changing of the calendar year with us. Some of your favorite 2018 guests drop in to share some words with you all. Special performances by Layers of Pink and Felina & the Feels.2019-01-0131 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 26: A Cult of Our SelfMackenzie, aka Magenta from Layers of Pink, sat down to talk to us about how her upbringing as a PK (preacher's kid) influences her music, the importance of eliminating purity culture, honoring our true selves, and so much more. Listen to what this wise young woman has to say. You'll be a better person for it.2018-12-261h 00
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 25: Teaching Authentic HistoryHistorian & seasoned teacher, Leo Glaze, shares his expertise on how the future can be improved through proper education, particularly teaching authentic history. Our team was amazed & impressed by his classroom strategies, as it is unlike anything we or our children have experienced. Listen, and learn why you should care more about this.2018-12-1951 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 24: Indigenizing Spaces & Empowering Women & ChildrenSarah Adams-Cornell joins us to talk about community advocacy & empowering women. She works with many movements, including Live Indigenous OK who recently secured a Mayoral Proclamation for Indigenous People’s Day in Oklahoma City (including a special shout out & praise for Mayor Holt). Learn about current projects she’s working on with Matriarch & Sovereign Community School, and much more.2018-12-1252 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 23: The KBH Takeover ShowEpisode 23: The KBH Takeover Show
Continuing the girl talk from Ep 22, with a twist: Kelli takes over! She interviews us, as no one else could. And, by popular demand, there's video. Check it out & let us know if you'd like us to do more videos and/or live feeds, in the future. BONUS: Felina performs a couple songs for us.2018-12-0548 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 22: Online Dating [is a weird form of social media where you can also get sex & free weed]Episode 22: Online Dating [is a weird form of social media where you can also get sex & free weed]
Priya Desai (Episode 2) & Kelli Brooke Haney sat down with us for some wine & honest conversation about dating & relationships...and, what straight men keep getting wrong. Listen & laugh with us.2018-11-281h 05
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 21: "I had a puppy that was on the DEA drug watch list...so that was a high point..."Rehab, ODs, & Felonies, oh my! Alex talks candidly about his struggle with addiction, mental health, & suicidal ideation. Listen to him tell his story with honesty & humor.2018-11-211h 01
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 20: Valuing Yourself & OthersWe set out to speak to the artist that creates & publishes as Dark Sky Lady about a variety of topics, ranging from racism & education, but walked away better understanding the importance of valuing authentic, creative selves, and others. We hope you do, too.
Broke & Broken is the podcast about living your best life by getting real. Real talk about real life.2018-11-141h 08
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 19: "Moving Forward As Light"Wise beyond her years, Alexis White tells her personal story of being forced out of the closet, living with HIV, transitioning, and how she's "moving forward as light" and giving back to her community.2018-11-0750 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 18: #DefendICWAJohnna James joins us to explain how her experience as an adoptee-lite (someone raised by one biological parent & one adoptive) led her to advocate for child rights & to #DefendICWA. Johnna co-founded Standing Our Ground for Children during the height of the #babyVeronica case & it continues to advocate for the rights & well being of children.2018-10-3153 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 17: Women Fixing the WorldEpisode 17: Women Fixing the World
Dr. Celia Williamson talks to us about human trafficking, #metoo, and how women seem to be the ones making strides to fix social problems. Learn more about what she does as Director of the Human Trafficking & Social Justice Institute at the University of Toledo.
Broke & Broken is the podcast about living your best life by getting real. Real talk about real life.2018-10-2452 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 16: When Your Personal History is a Lie...Episode 16: When Your Personal History is a Lie...
Jeff Hancock shares his story of being a late discovery adoptee--someone who doesn't find out they were adopted until adulthood. He shares how he was lied to, made the discovery, reunited with his bio family, and how it spurred him to advocate for adoption reform.
Broke & Broken is the podcast about living your best life by getting real. Real talk about real life.2018-10-171h 03
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 15: "I Totally Realize That I'm Making Up The Rules As I Go Along"Shelby Rowe is known across the United States for her work in suicide prevention and mental health advocacy, but we wanted to get down to what makes her soul smile. Shelby sat down to talk to us about a myriad of topics from her art to dating to Indigenous cooking. Join us for a chat with Shelby.
Broke & Broken is the podcast about living your best life by getting real. Real talk about real life.2018-10-101h 02
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 14: "You Are Enough."Episode 14: "You Are Enough."
Elecktra Stanislava shares her story of overcoming child abuse & rape to becoming an incredible, empathetic woman who impacts so many. Hear about the work she does in her community, and the message she has for those that struggle.
Broke & Broken is the podcast about living your best life by getting real. Real talk about real life.2018-10-031h 04
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 13: Pimpam & Other AdventuresIncredibly talented women, Pratibha Guatam & Lauren Thomas-Martin, tell us how the universe brought them together & how becoming part of the Oklahoma City art community led to projects like PIMPAM! and other adventures that they are pursuing.2018-09-261h 05
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 12: Brown Ball of FuryEpisode 12: Brown Ball of Fury
Meet Johnnie Jae, in all her Indiginerd brilliance. She a dedicated community advocate that works on issues ranging from suicide prevention to incarceration. Listen to some of what she had to say on these issues, and others, including marijuana legalization.
Broke & Broken is the podcast about living your best life by getting real. Real talk about real life.2018-09-191h 18
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 11: Introducing FelinaBroke & Broken has a new co-host, the incredible Felina!
Broke & Broken believes in getting down to naked honesty, and Felina bravely accepted that challenge. Learn more about the mulitalented artist/mother/angel/sexy superhero to find out why she's "a fucking catch", and what you have to look forward to when listening to her on future episodes of Broke & Broken. Special bonus: you get to listen to one of her new songs.
Broken & Broken is the podcast about living your best life by getting real. Real talk about real life.2018-09-1253 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 10: Some Unpopular Truths About Transracial Adoption & FosteringEpisode 10: Some Unpopular Truths About Transracial Adoption & Fostering
Jen Nickel stopped by for some #realtalk about #TransracialAdoption & #fostercare. Listen to what this experienced mother has to say. If you're considering adoption, this is one you definitely shouldn't miss.
Broke & Broken is the podcast about living your best life by getting real. Real talk about real life.2018-09-0554 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 9: "We are all fucked up. And that's ok."Episode 9: "We are all fucked up. And that's ok."
Kendra Wilson-Clements talks to us about "addiction & my ridiculous behavior & the things that happen" and why sometimes we just have to laugh about it. Listen to her insights about about life, love, and recovery.
Broke & Broken is the podcast about living your best life by getting real. Real talk about real life.2018-08-2956 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 8: Humans Invented the Dildo Before We Invented the WheelEpisode 8: Humans Invented the Dildo Before We Invented the Wheel
We've had lots of feedback on our conversations about sex, so we decided to consult an expert. Faith Harper, Sexologist, talks to us about healthy sexuality, shame, and even gives insight into why guys send dick pics.
Broke & Broken is the podcast about living your best life by getting real. Real talk about real life. No shame.2018-08-221h 06
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 7: Art, Expression, & BreakdownsEpisode 7: Art, Expression, & Breakdowns
Eric J Gates, artist & comedian, stopped by to talk to us about expression and mental health. We also learned why he says "fuck the movie Coco" & discussed why men are obsessed with their dicks.
Broke & Broken is the podcast about living your best life by getting real. Real talk about real life.2018-08-1559 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 6: Recovering PKEpisode 6: Recovering PK
Summer answers listener questions about her background, including her experiences as a survivor, growing up as a PK, & grappling with the question "who are you?".
Broke & Broken is the podcast about living your best life by getting real. Real talk about real life. No shame.2018-08-0853 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 5: Tentacle Porn, Micropenises, & BestialityEpisode 5: Tentacle Porn, Micropenises, & Bestiality
Karie is back!! Last week got a little serious, so we're lightening it up this episode with some open discussion about sex. Listen in on some girl talk & have some laughs.
Don't forget to check out Karie's art at Choose Happy Studios.
Broke & Broken is the podcast about living your best life by getting real. Real talk about real life. No shame.2018-07-3059 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 4: Addiction, Connection, & ParentingEpisode 4: Addiction, Connection, & Parenting
Annie Slasher, of Booked & Loaded, talks to us about the joys of parenting adolescents & misunderstandings related to addiction.
Broke & Broke is the podcast about living your best life by getting real. Real talk about real life. No Shame.2018-07-251h 08
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 3: Rainbows, Polyamory, & Converting MonogamistsEpisode 3: Rainbows, Polyamory, & Converting Monogamists
Valarie Lambert sat down with us for some real talk about non-monogamy & "gay christmas".
Broke & Broken is the podcast about living your best life by getting real. Real talk about real life. No shame.2018-07-1858 min
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 2: Women's Health, Sliding-Scale Racists, & A Special PSABroke & Broken Podcast Episode 2:
Priya Desai talks to us about women's health, sliding-scale racists, and the Kama Sutra, as well as giving a very special PSA that no one should miss.
Broke & Broken is the podcast about living your best life by getting real. Real talk about real life. No shame.2018-07-091h 02
Hopoksia PodcastEpisode 1: Mental Health, Online Dating, & Doing God's WorkBroke & Broken Podcast Episode 1:
Kari, of Choose Happy Studio, talks to us about mental health, online dating, and "doing god's work".
Broke & Broken is the podcast about living your best life by getting real. Real talk about real life. No shame.2018-07-0258 min