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BiCureanNot Dinner Conversations: Gender Affirming CareNot Dinner Conversations with G and Aicila covers the topics considered too impolite for the family dinner table. This week, the episode covers "Gender Affirming Care." G and Aicila dive into the broader implications and misconceptions surrounding gender affirming care, discussing how it is often misunderstood and only associated with the transgender community. They highlight that gender affirming behaviors extend to actions many engage in, such as wearing makeup or receiving cosmetic procedures, and stress the necessity of empathy and education on this topic. They also explore societal perceptions of gender, discussing personal anecdotes and broader implications for both...
2025-02-201h 14
BiCureanA New DirectionBiCurean takes typically combative topics and teaches them to play nice.Our view is the mainstream reactionary rhetoric divides us and only helps those invested in the status quo.Join host Aicila as she digs into topics ranging from social and political to geeky and fun. Aicila is looking for the "BiCurean Moment"- the point where contradictions meet or are embraced.Episode Overview: Season 5.0 Intro BiCureanIn this season opener, host Aicila delves into the return of BiCurean, explaining her renewed passion for the podcast and her plans m...
2025-02-1908 min
Business as UNusualPodcast Power with Tom SchwabAicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence. In this episode of Business as UNusual, host Aicila talks with Tom Schwab, the CEO and founder of Interview Valet. They delve into the power of leveraging other people's platforms, the importance of meaningful connections, and innovating in existing spaces. Tom shares insights on podcast interview marketing, building trust through authentic interactions, and the future advantages for introverts in content creation. L...
2024-09-0936 min
Business as UNusualSupporting Others Through Stories of Survival and Love featuring River KaiAicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.In this episode of Business as UNusual, host Aicila sits down with inspiring LGBTQ+ author and artist River Kai. They discuss River's unique journey from webcomics to novels and the unconventional methods that drive his creative process. River shares insights into finding inspiration in difficult times, the importance of representation, and how storytelling has been a vital tool in his healing...
2024-08-1935 min
Business as UNusualAlign and Thrive with AicilaIn this episode of Business as UNusual, Carmell and Aicila explore Aicila's transformative approach in the business world. By aligning business with personal beliefs and emphasizing community and connection, Aicila shares her vision for a positive impact. Discover how self-reflection, embracing contradictions, and fostering emotional and inspirational returns can reshape successful business practices. Whether you're an entrepreneur or a thought leader, this episode is packed with insights on sustainable growth and integrity. Topics discussed in this episode:- Aligning Business with Personal Beliefs and Impact [01:34]- Embracing Contradictions to Drive Success [09:21]
2024-07-2248 min
Business as UNusualAuthors for PalestineAicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.In this episode of Business as UNusual, host Aicila sits down with authors Merlina, Katy, Claudie, and River Kai from the initiative Authors for Palestine. They discuss their efforts to support three Palestinian families facing displacement and hardships. The guests share personal motivations, their contributions to the cause, and read excerpts from their work to help listeners connect with the families’ st...
2024-06-1743 min
Business as UNusualCultivating Self-Trust: Carmell Clark Discusses Women's Empowerment in BusinessAicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.In this groundbreaking episode, Carmell Clark, founder of the Center For Transformational Influence, joins host Aicila to dissect the systemic barriers that women face in leadership roles and how to navigate them. Dive deep into Carmell's principles of dignity, creativity, and maintaining self-trust amidst societal challenges, combined with the real-world application of her leadership programs aimed at empowering women.Topics...
2024-05-2059 min
Business as UNusualUnleashing the Cast Magic: Redefining Podcast Success with Greg Wasserman 🎙✨Aicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.In this transformative talk, join Aicila and Greg as we delve into the enchanting world of Cast Magic where podcasting meets repurposing content seamlessly.Greg Wasserman, our feartured guest and a true connoisseur of media innovation, shares valuable insights on leveraging podcasts beyond downloads, utilizing technology to build relationships, and the growth of Cast Magic's bustling community.
2024-04-1528 min
Business as UNusualUnmasking Success with Kevin NealBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Kevin Neal Building Bridges 2 Better.Kevin is a Doctoral Candidate, ordained minister who holds a B.A. in Pastoral Ministry Bethany Divinity College and Seminary, an M.A. in Ministry from Mercer University and also a B.S. in Information Systems. He has served in several leadership positions in the faith based community. He has also held leadership and engineering positions for over 30 years in the...
2023-11-0732 min
Business as UNusualChoosing the Jump or the Slide with Genevieve PiturroBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. In this episode of "Business as UNusual," we hear from Genevieve Piturro, a former television marketing executive in New York City, who found her purpose in an unexpected way.Piturro left a successful, twenty year career when a little girl’s question (“What are pajamas?”) changed the course of her life forever. At that pivotal moment, Genevieve decided to jump off the corporate ladder and began delivering pajamas and books to children in she...
2023-10-2425 min
Business as UNusualThe Power of Ethics in Business with Dror YaronBusiness as UNusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Dror Yaron the Ethics Coach.Dror is an ethics coach who helps people navigate the shortcomings of the current system. They understand the struggle of starting a business and the importance of aligning it with one's values. Recognizing the need for collaboration, Dror reached out to other coaching practices from the beginning and believes that there is more to gain from working together rather than competing...
2023-10-1726 min
Business as UNusualThere's Money in Your Mouth with Jesse CarrollBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Jesse Carroll, Voice Over Actor and Coach.Jesse Carroll is a highly successful voice actor and the founder of Jesse Carroll Coaching. Over the past seven years, Jesse has achieved tremendous success in the voice acting industry, going from knowing nothing about the craft to consistently earning a six-figure income every year for the past six years.Having faced numerous inquiries about how...
2023-10-1030 min
Business as UNusualNavigating Nonprofit Success with Lori StanleyBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Lori Stanley, a nonprofit strategic consultant.Lori Stanley is a certified scuba diver who finds calm and beauty underwater, despite her claustrophobia. She has a deep passion for community involvement, which started in her childhood and led her to a career in nonprofit and consulting work. She enjoys making an impact and helping other organizations achieve their goals. Her business, Lori Stanley Nonprofit Consulting, focuses on...
2023-10-0327 min
Business as UNusualUnlocking Financial Wellness with Rachel DuncanBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Rachel Duncan the founder of Rachel Duncan Therapy and the Money Healing Club. Rachel is a financial therapist with a unique background in both mental health and finance. She has always had a passion for business and money, even from a young age. Rachel's natural inclination towards understanding finances and analyzing businesses led her to pursue a degree in small business management before eventually entering the field o...
2023-09-1938 min
Business as UNusualFrom Frustration to Founding with Nora DiNuzzoBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Nora DiNuzzo, CEO of Pitcher. Growing up, one thing Ms. DiNuzzo never aspired to be was an entrepreneur.Running your own company was for the incredibly wealthy (Mr. Burns) or the incredibly innovative (Doc Brown). She was neither (according to her, we at BiCurean disagree - we experience her as quite innovative!)The past few years she's learned a secret a...
2023-08-2334 min
The Bin PodcastAll's FairThis Binsday we were joined by some dear friends: Chaos, Jenni Morgan, and Aicila of the Bicurean Podcast. https://twitter.com/aicilalewishttps://twitter.com/Chaos_Snakehttps://twitter.com/BonzoixofMN-----------------------------------------------Follow us on Twitter @BinPodcastWanna drop us a line or send us a message?TheBinPodcast@gmail.comConsider joining our Patreon for even more content!https://www.patreon.com/thebinpodcastWanna hear the audio version of the...
2022-03-262h 04
BiCurean4.9 Facing Facts About Health with Student Doctor BenMy name is Ben and I'm a transgender medical student offering up some information about science as it relates to gender and sex. My channel covers the subjects of embryology, endocrinology, genetics, and pharmacology to provide a foundation of knowledge with which to approach discussion related to the transgender community. ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-12-131h 08
BiCurean4.13 An Atheism PrimerRandolf has a YouTube channel and is the founding President of the Canadian atheists, which aims to normalize atheism in Canadian society (and hopefully the world), and to present atheism in the best possible ways. He occasionally post videos, primarily where atheism is the subject matter, although he also cover other topics from time-to-time. If you'd like to discuss atheism or religion, or some other topic of interest, please feel free to contact him as I'd be happy to engage with you in a conversation or interview, or participate in a live debate.Talking about how "people ar...
2021-11-231h 22
BiCurean4.12 DecivilizingOrnella Matta-Figueroa is certified coach, working on a Ph.D in Mind-Body Medicine. Ornella was called to the healing path 5 years ago. Intuitive body and energy worker she has a calling to create spaces for healing, expression, connection, counsel, and integration. She is a collaborative and servant leader. Certified in Dancing Mindfulness and co-creator of Sacred Raves, Ornella has been supporting individuals as they address trauma in their bodies through movement and return to inner guidance. She finds most joy in creating containers for healing, using a mixture of spirit and research. She also sings and enjoys creating, sharing...
2021-11-051h 00
BiCurean4.11 Supreme JusticeLorena Garcia ran a powerful people centered campaign for US Senate in Colorado. Garcia has been working on the frontlines leading non-profit social justice policy advocacy organizations for the last fifteen years, fighting for equity, dignity, and justice for everyone, especially those who have been pushed to the margins. Being on the ground working directly with communities is her calling. As a veteran organizer, women’s rights activist and nonprofit administrator, she has worked in the interest of the public good throughout her career. As a 7th generation Coloradan on her father’s side and first generation on her mothe...
2021-10-261h 01
BiCurean4.10 Colorful Colorado LifeMiguel is a Commissioner at Colorado State Fair, Board Member at Coalition Against Global Genocide and On-Air Personality / Producer at Latin Life Denver. He has served on Dolores Huerta Foundation and Mi Casa Resource Center. He is an active participant in elections and has been in law enforcement and worked as a journalist. Miguel's Facebook Page | https://www.facebook.com/MiguelBacaBarragan/aboutLatinlife Denver | https://www.latinlifedenver.com/Become an Elecation Judge | https://www.denvergov.org/Government/Agencies-Departments-Offices/Office-of-the-Clerk-and-Recorder/Elections-Division/become-an-election-judgeCOAGG | https://www.coagg.o ★ Support this podcast ★ Host...
2021-10-191h 13
BiCurean4.8 DisInformation SocietyDesiree, co-founder of Grinding Stone Collective and producer of the First Foods Podcast, is a Miwok multimedia journalist, and a live-media event producer. You can see lots of her documentary photography now in the New Mexico Museum of Indian Arts and Culture in Santa Fe, NM at the Beyond Standing Rock exhibit. Some of her recent notable work is speaking at Princeton University in April 2019 and again in November 2020. With the Firestarter Films crew as an Associate Producer, Camera Operator and Investigative Journalist on the feature-length documentary film Akicita: The Battle of Standing Rock, our project premiered a...
2021-10-011h 08
BiCurean4.7 Developing Media LiteracyVanessa Otero is the creator of the Media Bias Chart, and the Founder and CEO of Ad Fontes Media A licensed patent attorney in the Denver, Colorado area, Vanessa holds a B.A. in English from UCLA and a J.D. from the University of Denver. Vanessa’s formal education and professional career has centered on analytical reading, writing and reasoning, creating an ideal background for her to create a content analysis methodology for evaluating text. Alarmed by the unhealthy state of the media ecosystem, Vanessa used her expertise in content analysis to create...
2021-07-2156 min
BiCurean4.6 Empathy & ConsiderationSelys Rivera considers herself to be a God-loving and social justice-obsessed chica originally from Puerto Rico. She has an undergraduate degree in English Writing and a graduate degree in Social Work. Her main goal is to write to inspire others, give a voice to issues she's passionate about, and help others along the way. She's currently the author of An Unconscious Mestiza: A Collection of Memoir Stories, Rise in Love: A Poetry Chapbook, and Social Justice Advocacy 101: How to Become a Social Justice Advocate from A to Z. She's also a recipient of an Honorable Mention Award...
2021-04-011h 07
BiCurean4.5 At Your CervixAt Your Cervix is a soon-to-be released documentary that exposes the unethical ways of teaching pelvic exams & the revolutionary method to make them respectful and pain-free.Our guest, A'Magine, is Director, Co-Writer, & Producer of At Your Cervix. Amy Jo worked as a Gynecological Teaching Associate in NYC for 10 years, because as a sexual empowerment educator she wanted to impact people who were entering the field of medicine about sexuality. She was host of CherryBomb.com’s web stream program Fresh Advice, developing, researching, writing and performing over 60 episodes on women’s sexuality. She co-wrote and produced the sold...
2021-03-1850 min
BiCurean4.4 Zoned OutSarah Wells is an enthusiastic connector and advocate for stronger community. A resident of Denver since 2006, Sarah spent her early career working with sustainability-focused businesses, and then in nonprofits working focused on supporting locally owned businesses. Sarah began her foray into real estate in 2015, when she co-founded the Queen City Cooperative, a limited equity cooperative in Capitol Hill. A leader in cooperative housing both locally and nationally, Sarah also serves as board President for the Boulder Housing Coalition and on the board for NASCO Development Services, a national housing group focused on creating more cooperative housing. Sarah is passionate...
2021-03-0441 min
BiCurean4.3 Rediscovering My BodyTara Galeano, founder of Rediscovering My Body and Boulder Sex Therapy, is an Author, Retreat Host, Speaker, and Sex Therapist who has worked with women for over two decades to get their sexy back.She knows that there is pleasure in the body, beyond our wildest dreams, and every woman can access it. In “Rediscovering My Body”, Tara teaches women how to show up for pleasure in their lives. She rediscovered her own body after leaving her twenty-five-year marriage. Realizing that she had given so much of herself away, she knew that she needed to come back to th...
2021-02-1838 min
BiCurean4.2 $GMEAlex Hollingsworth is a banker by day, podcaster by night. We appreciated him taking the time to explain the Gamestop and r/Wallstreetbets to us. The founder of Crossover Media, Alex is working to bring independent and minority voices to the forefront of podcasting. r/Wallstreetbets | https://bit.ly/2O7K7dHGameStop Mania Reveals Power Shift on Wall Street—and the Pros Are Reeling - WSJ | https://on.wsj.com/2MbZilsTwitter Thread Explaining Wallstreetbets | https://bit.ly/2N34mZgCrossover Media | https://crossoverpodcast.com/ ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See aca...
2021-02-0955 min
BiCurean4.1 TrespassingJoin us as we talk about Facebook, empire building, being a video game, and finding the strength to live life fully. From living under a plastic sheet in the rain outside a nuclear arms base to teaching college students, Oak shares her refreshing perspective on modern life with us. Oak Chezar is a radical dyke, a performance artist, a profession of Women's Studies, a psychotherapist, scholar, writer, and semi-retired barbarian. Excessive quantities of higher education prepared her to take great notes. Excessive quantities of love and rage keep her going. Performing standup comedy as Vampyra, her alter...
2021-01-2852 min
BiCurean3.16 The New Normal?More in Common’s mission is to understand the forces driving us apart, to find common ground and help to bring people together to tackle our shared challenges. Drawing from groundbreaking research to test and find solutions, they work with partners that have the capacity to make a real difference at scale. And they help build the larger field of efforts to strengthen democratic societies against the threats of polarization and division.Director of Researcher, Stephen Hawkins, joined us to talk about their most recent 7 country study, their election study results and touched on the American Fabric pr...
2020-11-0348 min
BiCurean3.18 Decision 2020How are you handling the embodiment of Murphy's Law that 2020 has become? We talked about the election, fatigue, hope, and more in this highly random and yet somehow entertaining show. The School Shooting Generation Has Had Enough | https://bit.ly/37xc5aiA Little Political Hope | https://bit.ly/3nygSxVCritical Thinking Tools | https://bit.ly/3omsvIPRepublican Senator from Texas Compares His Relationship with Trump to a Bad Marriage: 'He Is Who He Is' | https://bit.ly/35obMf9 ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-10-2243 min
BiCurean3.17 Making Democracy Fair & FunctionalRCV for Colorado is a non-partisan advocate of giving voters more voice through ranked choice voting.Better Elections are easy as 1-2-3 when voters get to rank their choices. You won't have to choose between the lesser of two evils - if your favorite candidate can't mathematically win, your vote is transferred to your second choice. Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) is a real option to improve our democracy. Other countries use RCV - Australia has been using it for over 100 years! The Colorado Secretary of State has guideline for local and county administrators. RCV for Colorado...
2020-10-0833 min
BiCurean3.15 Put People FirstLaunching her campaign in Nov 2018, Lorena Garcia ran a powerful people centered campaign for US Senate in Colorado. Garcia has been working on the frontlines leading non-profit social justice policy advocacy organizations for the last fifteen years, fighting for equity, dignity, and justice for everyone, especially those who have been pushed to the margins. Being on the ground working directly with communities is her calling. As a veteran organizer, women’s rights activist and nonprofit administrator, she has worked in the interest of the public good throughout her career. As a 7th generation Coloradan on her father’s side and f...
2020-08-2756 min
BiCurean3.14 In The RunningMs. Harris first took the national stage as a candidate for the 2020 Presidential election. ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-08-1321 min
BiCurean3.13 More in CommonWe were honored to have the Director of Research of More in Common, Stephen Hawkins, take some time to share about their history, goals, and discoveries.More in Common was founded in 2016 to address division in society and find ways for us to focus on what we have in common. While there are similar forces threatening democratic societies, they have established separate national teams with their own national strategies, because they believe strategies to strengthen resilience against the forces of division must build on each society’s unique national and regional characteristics.In their work, th...
2020-07-3040 min
BiCurean3.12 2020 Half LifeCOVID19 has created a world in which news that would normally be headlines and stay front and center have been de-prioritized and forgotten. 2020 was already winding up to be a newsworthy year with the frenetic election cycle, Trump's impeachment, and the assassination of Iranian General Soleimani. Also, we discovered that if we close all the schools in the US, we won't have any school shootings for an entire month. First 100 days of 2020 | https://bit.ly/2Zy9zfvCollusion and Quid Pro Quo | https://bit.ly/2WrSbayPromo: https://twitter.com/jockandnerdcastMember: BigHeadsMedia...
2020-07-1651 min
The Delvin Cox ExperienceEpisode 158 Feat The Bicurean PodcastThis week on the Podcast I have on the Bicurean Podcast. We are having having a conversation about race in America as well the Protest.
2020-07-0249 min
BiCurean3.11 Truth and ConciliationDr. Stephany Rose Spaulding is a Founder of the Truth and Conciliation commission, an activist, public commentator, pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Colorado Springs and associate professor of Women's and Ethnic Studies at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. She holds a B.A. in English from Clark Atlanta University, as well as a M.A. in American Literature and a Ph. D. in American Studies both from Purdue University. Rev. Dr. Rose is the author of Recovering From Racism: A Guidebook to Beginning Conversations (2015) and Abolishing White Masculinity from Mark Twain to Hiphop: Crisis in Whiteness (2014).
2020-07-0236 min
BiCurean3.10 Parenting 2.0Many of us, children and parents, view 18 as a magical time when we are suddenly no longer in the same relationship we have been in since our children were born. However, that transition takes time, attention, and thought. Avery Russell coaches parents on how to bridge that transition and will talk about some of the things she teaches her clients and what motivated her to take this mantle up.Service, mentoring, and leading are the core values Avery lives by. She is the founder and CEO of Stellamaris Coaching, and creator of Parenting 2.0 - "The Grief, The...
2020-06-1845 min
BiCurean3.09 #podcastblackoutErik and I stand with the protesters and activists who are calling for broad sweeping changes in our communities to end state sanctioned harassment and murder of black people. This episode is exactly 8 minutes and 46 seconds long. This is the amount of time George Floyd was slowly choked to death while a crowd of onlookers pleaded for his murderer to cease this brutal behavior. We ask you to take the rest of this episode, which will be silence, to honor George Floyd’s memory, as well as the hundreds, if not thousands, of bruta...
2020-06-0408 min
BiCurean3.08 Capitalism's Bloody JawsWe need each other. We need liberty and we need personal responsibility. Patriot Act https://www.theregister.co.uk/2020/05/13/us_spying_laws/ ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-05-2240 min
BiCureanS3B5 Artists in CaptivityDavid Grey didn't know he was starting a 4 day festival when he and some friends decided to create the first ever Darkstream Festival, running May 29- 31, 2020. Billed as 'an online festival of the shadow arts, with music, literature, and art' it's the first of its kind as artists across the globe grapple with the impact of quarantine- and their fans are looking for ways to get engaged with their favorite performers and creators. Learn how it came about and how one of our favorite German bands, Oberer Totpunkt are managing through the COVID19 crisis. Ob...
2020-05-1240 min
BiCurean3.07 Connecting During Social DistanceGaleano had dreams of becoming an educator as a child— literally dreams. She would explain the etymology of the English language and teach Shakespeare, before she'd even read his work. After graduating from college, she taught Beowulf and Macbeth to adult education students working on their high school diplomas. They were grandmas who wanted to proudly tell their grandchildren that they too had completed their high school education. Teens who needed to work during the day to support their families. Girls who were pregnant and waiting to give birth. She found that the content of the classes got...
2020-05-0734 min
BiCurean3.06 COVID19 Day 28We decided it was time to pause and talk about what we are experiencing and witnessing. One thing this the virus is highlighting how much we need each other. Paramedic in New York https://bbc.in/2Y0yVCkHow the Black Death Radically Changed History https://bit.ly/2x3nSgR ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-04-2336 min
BiCureanS3B4 Eternal VigilanceMatt Mooney was respecting social distance protocols and local emergency measures while, with his wife, taking his 6 year old daughter out for a much needed excursion on April 5. He didn't expect his Sunday afternoon breath of fresh air to become a national flash point for the current debate about governmental overreach. We appreciate his candor and his sensible approach to looking for the balance of public safety and personal liberty. Articles:Man handcuffed in front of daughter at Brighton park for allegedly violating social distancing, April 6 | https://bit.ly/34BwXJXNYPD’S AGGRESSIVE POLICING RISKS SP...
2020-04-2242 min
BiCureanS3B3 Change the Subject: COVID19Futurist Chet Sisk shared his experience of COVID19, the silver lining of cultural shift that is possible with the current crisis, and what we can do to be part of creating a better future together. His new book, Future Foresite, written in partnership with Dr. Mohammed Buheji, this book is a scientific and observational blueprint on how to transform where you live into an abundant, empowered, climate strong, people-first community, will be available May 2020. Chet's Website: https://bit.ly/2ViJDT4Fauci Video: https://bit.ly/3akeIdeNetflix Pandemic Series: https://bit.ly/34LTS5...
2020-04-1846 min
BiCurean3.05 Traversing GenderOur conversation with Lee covered his work as a sexuality educator and how he is finding creative ways to deliver his work through the challenges we are facing with COVID19. Promo: Small Town SecretsTwitter: @STScastLee social Media links: Facebook, Twitter2 Day Intensive in Colorado | https://bit.ly/2vS8BilLee's website | http://Passionandsoul.com/Lee's Podcast | https://apple.co/2WNnlds ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-04-0943 min
BiCureanS3B2 Hijacking Gene ReplicatorsWe asked our friend to Steve to tell us about being on the front lines of the COVID19 battle. We especially wanted someone to give us some straight information in the noise of you know, everything. The Thalidomide Tragedy: https://bit.ly/2wR37Fb ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-04-0340 min
BiCurean3.04 We Did the FeminismPrincess Weekes Princess (she/her-bisexual) is a Brooklyn born Megan Fox truther, who loves Sailor Moon, mythology, and diversity within sci-fi/fantasy. Still lives in Brooklyn with her over 500 Pokémon that she has Eevee trained into a mighty army. Team Zutara forever. Erik and Aicila caught up with her and talked about how to have better conversations about feminism and how weird it can be online. Promo: The Haunted RideFiguring out How to Talk About Female Characters You Don’t Like When You’re Feminist | http://bit.ly/39vfoNCIt's Lit ...
2020-03-2644 min
BiCureanS3Bonus: Connection in CrisisDr. Nita Mosby-Tyler is the Chief Catalyst and Founder of The Equity Project, LLC – an organization designed to support organizations and communities in building diversity, equity and inclusion strategies. A powerful speaker and presenter, Mosby-Tyler creates 'Spaces of Grace' to foster growth and connection to create stronger communities and organizations. Joey Neill Is a stagehand and live audio engineer in NY. They also do a lot of work with the Off-Off Broadway community. Links:White people really love salad- book link | https://amzn.to/33zGCQMEp 1.16 Do white people really love salad? | http://bi...
2020-03-2034 min
BiCurean3.03 Hollywood Her-storyJill S. Tietjen, P.E. is an author, speaker, and electrical engineer. She is the co-author of Her Story: A Timeline of the Women Who Changed America, which received the Daughters of the American Revolution History Award Medal. Jill has conducted research into historical women around the world for the past thirty years and speaks around the country about women’s contributions to history. Learn more about her work and her co-author, Barbara Bridges, at their website- Hollywood Her Story | http://bit.ly/3cfHCxpPromo: Faves of Our LivesMember: Big Heads Media NetworkOs...
2020-03-1246 min
BiCurean3.02 Thank You Carter G. WoodsonErik and Aicila hope you will be inspired to dive into the rich cultural landscape that is Black History. Since 1976, every American president has designated February as Black History Month and endorsed a specific theme. The Black History Month 2020 theme, “African Americans and the Vote,” is in honor of the centennial anniversary of the Nineteenth Amendment (1920) granting women’s suffrage and the sesquicentennial of the Fifteenth Amendment (1870) giving black men the right to vote.Promo: Time Sensitive: http://bit.ly/2TqrTDjMember Big Heads Media NetworkThe undefeated 44 | http://bit.ly/2tUlGXjWikipedia Black...
2020-02-2738 min
BiCurean3.01 Shame and ConsequenceAicila & Erik are excited to share their conversation with Theo Wilson. A founding member of the Denver Slam Nuba team, who won the National Poetry Slam in 2011, Theo began his speaking career in the N.A.A.C.P. at the age of 15. He published his first book in 2017, “The Law of Action.” The book addresses some of the misconceptions about the law of attraction, and the role direct action plays into manifestation. It can be found on Amazon.com, or his website. In 2017, his TED Talk entitled, “A Black Man Goes Undercover in the Alt Right,” was seen world wi...
2020-02-1347 min
BiCurean2.26 Authentically ChristianRev Roger Wolsey spent some time talking with us about his efforts to meet people who come from different perspectives and get to know them. He identifies as a liberal man who wants to reach across the aisle and get to know the men he has spent time judging. We loved his article, Tough Guys Need Friends, and Cancel Cancel Culture (both are linked below). His wisdom, humor, and dedication to a better world were inspirational. We hope you enjoy this conversation and please reach out and let us (and him) know what you think! Roger's Site h...
2020-01-3046 min
BiCurean2.25 #BeTheChange"Lots of people want to change the world, few of us are willing to change ourselves." Join us in a year long experiment! We are excited to unveil our newest program, #BeTheChange for 2020. Inspired by a saying from Tolstoy, we at BiCurean are inviting you to join us in a year long experiment in how to Be the Change you seek to create in the world. We will release a tip, idea, or thought every Thursday for you to try on for a week. (Erik and I will be doing it too!) Every Tuesday we will have Twitter c...
2020-01-1635 min
BiCurean2.24 Financial EquityThis episode explores the question, how does race impact the financial inequities of modern America? We spoke with Alex Hollingsworth of the Off the Record Podcast about the Racial Wealth Gap, roots in slavery, possible solutions, including reparations, and how that benefits our country.What Reparations for Slavery Might Look Like in 2019 | https://nyti.ms/38kQBvrRacial Wealth Gap | https://yhoo.it/2YyjPm0The math on reparations: total cost of $51 trillion and a tripling of the national debt | https://on.mktw.net/2YCyLzxHidden Brain: Zipcode Destiny | https://n.pr/2t5NiYQGermany...
2020-01-0247 min
BiCurean2.23 A Little Holiday CheerErik & Aicila decided to be festively serious and look into the history of Christmas. It was a fun romp through Roman month long parties called Saturnalia and medieval attempts at economic justice with a Lord of Misrule leading peasants in tormenting the wealthy if they refused to share their abundance. Whatever you believe or however you celebrate, it's a time of year that has been about more than the traditions of modern America. We hope you enjoy this exploration of past to better understand the present. And we very much hope you have a holly jolly holiday, this year. ★ Sup...
2019-12-1933 min
BiCurean2.22 The Parties are the ProblemErik and Aicila spent some time talking with Steve about his view of the ways in which we are being convinced to work against our best interests. Our conversation ranged from politics to the Denver Broncos to George Carlin. We loved hearing Steve's perspective. He challenged our assumptions in a thoughtful way. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording! Steve Cox http://bit.ly/2pqgatcGeorge Carlin The Public Sucks http://bit.ly/2Xvg5RQ2.11 Perception Gap http://bit.ly/2FS3aSh ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Ac...
2019-12-0551 min
BiCurean2.21 Just PeachyWe figured since we are kind of nerdy and into this stuff and we have been massively confused about what impeachment is and why it mostly looks like an adolescent popularity contest (turns out that's how it's designed), we thought we would dig into it and share what we discovered in case any of you are having similar confusion. First a HUGE thank you to Jessica and the BodyCountPod Crew! She put together this fabulously helpful and engaging overview of impeachment history- http://bit.ly/2KBCM1iWe reference a few news articles and the...
2019-11-2136 min
BiCurean2.20 Brazilian Jiu-JuliaHistory of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu http://www.shenwu.com/bjjhistory.htmlTags: BiCurean, podcast, jiu jitsu, women, sports, MMA ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-11-0737 min
BiCurean2.19 Cats and DogsDogs versus cats: Scientists reveal which one is smarter https://fxn.ws/2kS9yBL23 Tweets That Sum Up The Difference Between Cat People And Dog People _ HuffPost Life, Sept 16, 2019 http://bit.ly/2lt3yzFBiCurean MomentTrump Critics Ridicule Him For Vaping Ban After Six Deaths, Say Guns Have Killed More http://bit.ly/2mpJSg8Tags: BiCurean, Podcast, Dogs, Cats, Vape, Bans ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-10-2434 min
BiCurean2.18 Coming OutHistory of Coming Out https://medium.com/lambdalegal/30-years-in-national-coming-out-day-is-as-important-than-ever-7739863220a4Tags: BiCurean, Podcast, coming_out, Queer, gay ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-10-1034 min
BiCurean2.17 Her StoryAn author, national speaker, and an electrical engineer, Tietjen is one of the top historians in the country on scientific and technical women. She nominates women of achievement for professional and national awards. Tietjen has been inducted into the Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame.Erik and Aicila had the privilege of conversing with Jill and learning about some of the discoveries she made over the years. We are already planning our second show with her!Find out more about Tietjen's work and books here: http://www.herstoryatimeline.com/ ★ Support this...
2019-09-2651 min
BiCurean2.16 Foxes and HedgehogsErik & Aicila did a deep dive into the below article outlining the benefits of being open-minded. Learn what skills you want to develop to improve your open-mindedness- and why you even want to be open-minded.https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/chances-are-youre-not-as-open-minded-as-you-think/2019/07/20/0319d308-aa4f-11e9-9214-246e594de5d5_story.html?noredirect=onTags: open_minded, bicurean, podcast, curiosity, bias, confirmation_bias, expertise, predictions, science_curiosity ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-09-1240 min
BiCurean2.15 Exploring the Terry-verseErik and I wanted to know how he balances that so well. And since we were lucky enough to sit down with Terry, we asked him questions about his music career; other comics; possible new genre options for Strangers in Paradise; and other interesting tidbits. Terry was an amazing guest who offered us a peek under the ink. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording! Strangers in Paradise has won 2 GLAAD Media Awards and Terry has been nominated more than any other comic book author for GLAAD Media Awards an...
2019-08-2941 min
BiCurean2.14 Single Issue HatersAccountability is an antidote to the blame that is inflaming our political discourse. Tags: bicurean, podcast, politics, OneMoviePunch, left, right, accountability ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-08-1639 min
BiCurean2.13 Bi the WayRanging from entertaining to serious, this conversation explored the intersection between queer and straight cultural expectations of women and how being bi and "femme" challenges those expectations in both communities. (Quotes around femme explained in the episode ;p)Read more about Gail, Robyn and Aicila by checking out their websites and social media (links below). We also included a few of the articles we referenced in the show for your reading enjoyment.Being Queer and Femme Means Constantly Coming Out http://bit.ly/30y3Ow3Gail Carriger Website https://gailcarriger.com/
2019-08-0158 min
BiCurean2.12 A Real AmericanA Blaring Message in Republicans’ Muted Criticism_ It’s Trump’s Party - The New York Times, July 15, 2019 https://nyti.ms/2Llm7RPBehind Trump’s ‘go back’ demand_ A long history of rejecting ‘different’ Americans - The Washington Post https://wapo.st/2xRijPc ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-07-1834 min
BiCurean2.11 Perception GapWe talk about the gap and some of its impact and how it is widening.Items and articles we referenced:The Perception Gap http://bit.ly/2xiOEhJAmericans Strongly Dislike PC Culture, Oct 10, 2018 http://bit.ly/2xiNnXZRepublicans and Democrats Don't Understand Each Other - The Atlantic, Jun 23, 2019 http://bit.ly/2RGRW7XTags: democrats, republicans, politics, perception_ gap, bicurean, podcast, polarization ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-07-0436 min
BiCurean2.10 Giggity GigAccording to the Techtarget: A gig economy is a free market system in which temporary positions are common and organizations contract with independent workers for short-term engagements. The gig economy is part of a shifting cultural and business environment that also includes the sharing economy, the gift economy and the barter economy.California AB5_ State Assembly passes employee misclassification bill - Vox, May 30, 2019 http://bit.ly/2WaWPGPWhat Are Workers' Rights_ _ United States Department of Labor http://bit.ly/2wI0T72The History of Unions in the United States, Apr 2, 2019 http://bit...
2019-06-2038 min
BiCurean2.09 Pound of CureItems we referenced for the show:Vaccines_ Vac-Gen_Why Are Childhood Vaccines So Important_ http://bit.ly/2HPJSNsUnderstanding Thimerosal, Mercury, and Vaccine Safety http://bit.ly/2WYsfl6Parents _ Making the Vaccine Decision _ CDC http://bit.ly/2wpcSGNWashington state limits exemptions for measles vaccine http://bit.ly/2VY7hGpTuskegee Experiment_ The Infamous Syphilis Study - HISTORY http://bit.ly/2EqmqWc‘Monkey, Rat and Pig DNA’_ How Misinformation Is Driving the Measles Outbreak Among Ultra-Orthodox Jews - The New York Times https://nyti.ms/2VKsMFGIm...
2019-06-0635 min
BiCurean2.08 Prohibition 2.0Whether you are for or against abortion as a personal choice, it is concerning to see a move to take our laws back 40 years.Further Reading:New abortion law_ Abortion will automatically be illegal in these six states -- Arkansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Dakota and South Dakota -- if Roe v. Wade is overturned - CBS News, April 22, 2019https://cbsn.ws/2wiuJyIGeorgia Becomes Latest State to Enact Heartbeat Bill, May 2019http://bit.ly/2Hz6HWXWith Abortion in Spotlight, States Seek...
2019-05-2346 min
BiCurean2.07 Masculi-nationWe have a few links for you below.India Rape Culture http://bit.ly/2H8Px0UThe Good Wife's Guide http://bit.ly/2VrkSG7Singer Sewing Machine Manual http://bit.ly/2VZvPOJTags: cultural, masculinity, mainstream, mexican, african, white, american, compassion, fathers, dad, dads, male, role, model, grandfather, abuelito, sexism, strong, women, mother, family, council, black, immigrant, slavery, jim, crow, emasculate, feminists, feminism, 1950s, choice ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-05-091h 10
BiCurean2.06 The Future is NowCheck out Chet's website, LEAD Global at http://bit.ly/2DwM2QJAnd his upcoming television special series, Change: The Subject! on CBS starting May 2019: http://bit.ly/2UTcA9KTags: futurist, bicurean, podcast, humanity, systems, equity, equality, inequity, income, universal, basic, income, resources, global, technology, change, future, morals, ethics ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-04-2559 min
BiCurean2.05 Wandering RootsShe recently got tired of the sort of stereotypical travel Instagram photos and the plethora of travel listicles out there, so she started my own newsletter, Delve. This is where she shares meaningful travel stories. These are quite often more personal or have a more artistic feel to them so they're harder things to sell to magazines. It's basically a chance for people to peek into her travel diary or find out something a little deeper about a destination she visits.Tags: travel, writing, freelance, home, family ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acas...
2019-04-1240 min
BiCurean2.04 Back Page, FrontlineOur conversation with Kelley covered that and the impact of the laws as well as some other interesting topics. See more of Bennet Kelley's writing on HuffPost or check out the Internet Law Center. ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-03-2851 min
BiCurean2.03 Comical ConversationCheck out our awesome guest, Matt the Pharaoh Wizard's YouTube offerings: http://bit.ly/2TAifk9And our first promo- One Movie Punch http://bit.ly/2F9OVZ9Transcript here: http://bit.ly/2EYn10MArticles and items we referenced during the show:Glass the Movie http://bit.ly/2JbyGyMEverything You Need to Know About Captain Marvel http://bit.ly/2XVKKHFBiCurean MomentDenver may legalize magic mushrooms: https://cnn.it/2TQGWImCould MDMA Treat PTSD Patients and Cognitive...
2019-03-1444 min
BiCurean2.02 To Serve, Protect, & UpliftTranscript here: http://bit.ly/2EhCrhqJoin our mailing list at http://bit.ly/BiCur to get episodes and podcasts conveniently emailed to you on a Bi-weekly basis.Articles and Items We Referenced:Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo - HISTORY http://bit.ly/2Irp6r1Latin Life http://bit.ly/2TgQmwO_It’s going to be La Raza Park until I die_ - Denverite, the Denver site!, Jul 21, 2016 http://bit.ly/2EkIUqTHighlands Ranch Community Association https://hrcaonline.org/Our Lady Guadalupe Antonito, CO...
2019-02-2852 min
BiCurean2.01 A Year in the Life of BiCureanCelebrating one year of doing the podcast together. Aicila and Erik talk about the surprises and challenges and discoveries they had doing this project. Join our mailing list - bit.ly/BiCurTranscript here: http://bit.ly/2DtLbzpItems we referenced:The Price of Loyalty _ PBS NewsHour https://to.pbs.org/2UAtVj41.17 Fair Trade Immigration http://bit.ly/2TvWA8J1.18 Pragmatic Progressive http://bit.ly/2REoPjGTags: bicurean, podcast, year, anniversary, guests, microphone use, skills, overcoming fear, organizing thoughts, polarization, mission ★ Support this po...
2019-02-1432 min
BiCurean1.26 Identity Politics Arms RaceWe were excited to interview Tyler after reading this article about Identity Politics and how to counter it. Given that is our core message, it was exciting to see someone else articulate position so similar to our philosophy. And the ways in which he dug into the history of identity politics and current research was incredibly educational. We hope you enjoy our conversation as much as we did. You can find more of Tyler's writing on Medium @TebbaVonMathenstien. That is also his Twitter handle.Transcript for this episode here: http://bit.ly/2RgQG9s
2019-01-3144 min
BiCurean1.25 Something to HideWith all the recent data breaches being reported, we wanted to get dig into why we care about privacy. Yu was amazingly informed and taught us about data ethics, the complicated history of GDPR, and why we care about privacy.Join our mailing list: bit.ly/BiCurTranscript here: http://bit.ly/2MgVAm7Articles and Items Referenced During the Episode:Why We Care about Privacy - Markkula Center for Applied Ethics http://bit.ly/2TSYy2HGDPR—Disturbing History Behind the EU's New Data Privacy La...
2019-01-1744 min
BiCurean1.24 Snake OilCheck out her podcast at: http://bit.ly/2AaLHBsArticles and items we referenced for this podcast:Watch your step_ why the 10,000 daily goal is built on bad science _ Life and style _ The Guardian, Sep 3, 2018 http://bit.ly/2EBCuW6Coconut oil is 'pure poison', says Harvard professor _ Food _ The Guardian, Aug 22, 2018 http://bit.ly/2BBN3p7BiCurean MomentPlanned Parenthood Is Accused of Mistreating Pregnant Employees - The New York Times, Dec 20, 2018 https://nyti.ms/2QP0dcRLondon Gatwick drone sighting again shuts airport, Dec 21, 2018...
2019-01-0337 min
BiCurean1.23 Happy HolidaysOne of the founding principles of our country is the pursuit of happiness. And yet it is often elusive. What do happy people do differently? Erik and Aicila discuss some of the habits happy people have as presented by psychologists.Transcript here: http://bit.ly/BiCur123Further reading: How Should Psychology Define Happiness_ _ Psychology Today, May 03, 2014 http://bit.ly/BiCur123psychWhat Happy People Do Differently _ Psychology Today, Jul 02,2013 http://bit.ly/123HHarticleDeclaration of Independence http://bit.ly/2A89KRDSweet Cases _ Family Team B...
2018-12-2029 min
BiCurean1.22 Nutritious NewsListen to our podcast to get more understanding of her methods, what inspired her, and her next steps.Transcript here: http://bit.ly/BiCurNN122Further reading:Junk Food and Junk News_ The Case for “Information Fitness” - ad fontes media: http://bit.ly/2rjjSm0Deep Fake_ Videos Created By AI Just Got Even More Terrifying _ IFLScience, Jun 7, 2018: http://bit.ly/2Rx3cCGBiCurean Moment:Read Senator-elect Kyrsten Sinema's victory speech, Nov 12, 2018: http://bit.ly/2FUs324Unite and Conquer: https://amzn.to/2rhiDnh
2018-12-0635 min
BiCurean1.21 Freedom to CommitNon traditional relationships are becoming more common and yet are at odds with a lot of societal norms. We asked Magenta, as someone who hosts workshops and coaches people, what do they say makes it worth it?Transcript here: http://bit.ly/2QJlGiVArticles and items we referenced:Magenta's Coaching Sitehttps://www.polycoach.org/Magenta on Facebookfacebook.com/@polyamorycoachingIs Serial Monogamy Worth Pursuing, Psychology Today, Oct 31, 2008http://bit.ly/2PhY3RSMaslow's Hierarchy of Needshttps://simplypsychology.org/maslow.htmlEthical Slut...
2018-11-2240 min
BiCurean1.20 Civil Discourse Over DinnerTranscript here: http://bit.ly/120CivilArticles and items we referenced:How to talk politics at your family holiday meal - CNN, Nov 22, 2017https://cnn.it/2qjAMjGHow the night before Thanksgiving became the 'biggest drinking day of year' - StarTribune.com, Nov 22, 2017http://strib.mn/2ACy4vEWhy Families Fight During Holidays - The Atlantic, Dec 23, 2013 http://bit.ly/2EUvVjjNon Violent Communicationhttp://www.cnvc.org/Christians and the Paganshttps://binged.it/2CVi0HIRomeo and Juliet in Kigalihttps://n.pr/2Q7...
2018-11-0840 min
BiCurean1.19 Voting Your HopesIs there a way to make elections more fair and get voters excited? Can we create a system that encourages us to talk about the issues?Find RCV for Colorado on social media at facebook.com/@rcvforcolorado or at their website below to learn more.Transcript here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSheLVsiXYYwm4VFLuhY7B-L--7-YV0H2wkLecHHAW4ds1p2xhH1J0AfpjORt05UN62uAzFkwhnNw-8/pubArticles and items we referenced:Ranked Choice Voting for Colorado: https://rcvforcolorado.org/...
2018-10-2539 min
BiCurean1.18 The Pragmatic ProgressiveHow does one balance ones ideals against the need to move forward towards a better future? Politicians are people doing a job and yet the modern approach to politics creates 2 dimensional versions of these people.Transcript here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vQpeJIpu4-B7es6ULSxImOHu1ntVH-Y_jTZh08JtX45UD6mv-eDIwpHPEDBC3_lXuXwAcl7TzuNnwOC/pubArticles and items we referenced:Polis for Coloradohttps://polisforcolorado.com/Out Boulder outboulder.orgRegister to Vote https://www.vote.org/register-to-vote/colorado/Traffic...
2018-10-1129 min
BiCurean1.16 Do White People Really Love Salad?About Dr. Nita Mosby TylerShe is the Chief Catalyst and Founder of The Equity Project, LLC – an organization designed to support organizations and communities in building diversity, equity and inclusion strategies. In her work, Dr. Mosby-Tyler specializes in the development and delivery of leadership, equity, diversity, cultural responsiveness and inclusiveness training programs and strategies.Transcript available here: https://goo.gl/Wf3N8JArticles and items referenced in this episode:The Equity ProjectThe HR ShopWhite People Really Love Salad...
2018-09-1338 min
BiCurean1.14 Just a NumberTranscript available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vS6UY1EtpADgTpW4koZC7tVHwoMehiQacvDhqmsTH5TJIbWrYOYeak28KG74bl0q78iCEOrWJSmh1Cu/pubArticles and other items we references for this episode:Attitudes about Aging_ A Global Perspective _ Pew Research Center, Jan 13, 2014Discrimination and negative attitudes about ageing are bad for your health, Sept 28, 2016Improving Attitudes Regarding the Elderly Population _ The Gerontologist _ Oxford Academic, Aug 2001Thinking Differently About Aging_ Changing Attitudes Through the Humanities _ The Gerontologist _ Oxford Academic, Aug 2015American Attitudes Toward the Elderly, from Life...
2018-08-1646 min
BiCurean1.12 Watch Your PhraseologyTranscript: Click Herehttps://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vQsPt2qZtfa5tGVFxf3y_dUh2KzLxJD-lgMOTGn7D3CqoapS_b3ct1gUb-amxZfAsdTgUEdNz-3v8UN/pubArticles and books we referenced for this episode:Is It Racist To 'Call A Spade A Spade'_ _ Code Switch _ NPR, Sep 23, 2013The Racial History Of The 'Grandfather Clause' _ Code Switch _ NPR, Oct 23, 2013'Bite the bullet' - the meaning and origin of this phraseThe Secret History of _Eeny Meeny Miny Mo_, Apr 16, 2015'Break the ice' - the meaning and...
2018-07-1935 min
BiCurean1.10 Politicizing Human RightsTranscript: Click here!Articles and Books we referenced for this episode:DHS head Nielsen says immigration crisis 'is not new,' product of legislative loopholes _ Fox News, Jun 06, 2018The Facts on Immigration Today_ 2017 Edition - Center for American Progress, Apr 20, 2017The Facts About Donald Trump's Family Separation Policy _ Time, Jun 18, 2018What You Need to Know_ Immigrant Family Detention _ Bipartisan Policy Center, Aug 27, 2015FACT CHECK_ Was the 'Law to Separate Families' Passed in 1997 or 'by Democrats'_ Jun 2018Myths and Facts About Immigrants and Immigration
2018-06-2136 min
BiCurean1.09 What's With Millennials?Transcript link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sGpYxoOUFD7vTxbgl5Nisi4vSeJLC6iGgiJxPPwhYgE/edit?usp=sharing"The world is passing through troublous times. The young people oftoday think of nothing but themselves. They have no reverence forparents or old age. They are impatient of all restraint. They talk asif they knew everything, and what passes for wisdom with us isfoolishness with them. As for the girls, they are forward, immodestand unladylike in speech, behavior and dress."Who wrote...
2018-06-0735 min
BiCurean1.07 He is Having a BabyCorrection: Aicila referred to Scott Barker as the subject of the Guardian Article and it is Jason Barker the story is about. Sources and articles we referenced: Gender Binary Wikipedia When Did Girls Start Wearing Pink_ _ Arts & Culture _ Smithsonian April 7, 2011 The story of one man’s pregnancy_ ‘It felt joyous, amazing and brilliant’ _ Life and style _ The Guardian Mar 22, 2018BiCurean Moment: Eugenia BoneNew Orleans Thanksgiving Racetrack ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-05-1027 min
BiCurean1.06 Sex TechSex work is stigmatized and seen in a negative light. However, the people who engage in sex work have a different story to tell. Erik and Aicila dig a little into their story and the impact of recent legislation. Correction: Aicila said counties with populations fewer than 170,000 were allowed to create brothels in Nevada. It is actually fewer than 700,000. Sources we reference:Sex Trafficking Experts Say SESTA Is the Wrong Solution, Oct 3, 2017 How Congress Censored the Internet, Mar 21, 2018 FOSTA: The NewAnti-Sex-Trafficking Legislation May Not End the Internet, But It’s Not Good...
2018-04-2636 min
BiCurean1.05 Hopefully YoursAccording to Merriam Webster, hope is an optimistic state of mind that is based on an expectation of positive outcomes with respect to events and circumstances in one's life or the world at large.Correction: Aicila said about 20% of the population voted in the 2016 election, it was actually closer to 36% of the population, 54% of eligible voters. “Those who face gun violence on a level that we have only just glimpsed from our gated communities have never had their voices heard in their entire lives the way that we have in these few weeks alone,” González tweeted. She co...
2018-04-1234 min
BiCurean1.04 Up In Arms About GunsThings we referenced for this show:Correction: Aicila said about 20% of the population voted in the 2016 election, it was actually closer to 36% of the population, 54% of eligible voters. What I Want Liberals to Know https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wFqfk814JBih82OQ7iDZr-cKUjuFUKkT/view?usp=sharing Fact-Check: Did the NRA support gun control when the Black Panthers advocated that minorities arm themselves? Nov 13, 2013 https://blog.uwgb.edu/alltherage/fact-check-did-the-nra-supported-gun-control-when-the-black-panthers-advocated-that-minorities-arm-themselves/ Here’s a Timeline of the Major Gun Control Laws in America, Feb 22, 2018 http://time.com/5169210/us-gun-control-laws-history-timeline/ Weapon Shops of Isher, AE van Vogt ★ Suppo...
2018-03-2930 min
BiCurean1.03 Question of Consent#MeToo has brought attention to a long time problem that gets swept under the rug. In this episode we explored some of the current conversation as well as explore the concept of consent. Links to things we referenced: Unwanted Sex, Stephen J. Schulhofer https://www.amazon.com/Unwanted-Sex-Culture-Intimidation-Failure/dp/0674002032 « Nous défendons une liberté d’importuner, indispensable à la liberté sexuelle » Jan 13, 2018 http://www.lemonde.fr/idees/article/2018/01/09/nous-defendons-une-liberte-d-importuner-indispensable-a-la-liberte-sexuelle_5239134_3232.html 50 Shades of Grey http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2322441/ Weinstein Company Sale https://www.nytimes.com/2018/03/06/business/me...
2018-03-1527 min
BiCurean1.02 Philandering FeministFor your reference- articles and books we drew from for our podcast:Every Day Feminism Sex PositivityWashington Post Morning MixKai Cole's Article on the WrapPsychological Distress from CheatingWikipedia Joss Whedon Feminism2017 March Vanity Fair Whedon Woke2015 April The Guardian Joss Whedon Criticizes Jurassic Park2017 06 The Atlantic How Buffy Came to Symbolize 3rd Wave FeminismJoss Whedon Equality Now Speech YOU TUBEDefinition of Feminism Merriam Webster2017 12 New Yorker In Defense of AdulteryEsther Perel Ted Talk Rethinking Infidelity2017 09 New York Times Male Feminists Joss WhedonAnd our BiCurean moments reference these topics:Insurance https://qz.com/1192731/amazons-push-into-healthcare-just-cost-the-industry-30-billion-in-market-cap/ Black...
2018-02-2626 min
BiCurean1.01 Meet BiCureanMeet BiCurean is Aicila and Erik's first episode in which they talk about what BiCurean is and why they are doing this. ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-02-1525 min