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Here's Where It Gets InterestingNavigating Media Bias with Vanessa OteroHow can you tell if your news source is reliable? In this episode, Sharon talks with Vanessa Otero, founder of Ad Fontes Media and creator of the Media Bias Chart, about how to better evaluate the reliability of your news. They explore the difference between fact-based journalism and misinformation, and why so much of our news falls somewhere in the middle.Credits:Host and Executive Producer: Sharon McMahonSupervising Producer: Melanie Buck ParksAudio Producer: Craig Thompson To learn more about listener...2025-04-2842 min
Kawsay. Conversando la VidaExperiencia huerta colectiva fundación Otero LiévanoEn este programa estaremos dialogando con la profesora Estefanía Gómez Montaño Licenciada en Biología docente orientadora del Área de Ciencias del programa Externado de la Fundación Otero Lievano de la localidad de Suba, cuyo objetivo principal se centra en brindar a niñas, adolescentes y jóvenes, en situación de vulnerabilidad, atención integral a través de programas que les proveen herramientas para ser gestoras de su proyecto de vida y agentes de transformación social, bajo una orientación en valores católicos.Lo mismo que con las niñas de la fundación, Gabr...2023-08-1548 min
Mental PleasureMoment with Mel, After the HiatusAfter a 2 week hiatus, I’m back with some valuable realizations and lessons. It’s a time in life where “things” are starting to finally feel just right. A few changes here and there but always, Mental Pleasure. Happy listening! Email: info@mymentalpleasure.com2023-06-1434 minMental PleasureFitness Guru Tyler Nation, What the Hell Is a Keto?Mental pleasure listeners, please welcome fitness guru, Tyler Nation, back to the stage as we discuss everything you need to know for not only starting the fitness journey you’ve been promising yourself for years now but also how to maintain and stay consistent; ideally turning your fitness/healthy habits into a lifestyle. Summer is right around the corner and you know as well as I do, this is the time for those half-assed, last minute routines and diets we try to discover and put together, ultimately leading into very unhealthy and toxic decisions that can affect your body in...2023-05-231h 27Mental PleasureMoment with MelA little update on life and a very relatable story that proves sh*t happens. Books mentioned: Meta Human by Deepak ChopraSeat of the Soul by Gary ZukavEmail:Info@mymentalpleasure.com2023-05-1635 minMental PleasureThe One with AidenMental Pleasure, help me welcome the living legend, my son, Aiden Vargas. Today is Aiden’s 10th birthday and I decided it would be a great idea to ask him a few questions. It makes for a great memento and will definitely be entertaining to listen to 10 years from now. Happy listening!2023-05-0936 minMental PleasureMoment with Mel - Kicking Ass & Taking NamesA little motivational push for all of us. Watch and Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCavzs61t7z9ILVdqcs4R_SAEmail: Info@MyMentalPleasure.comInstagram: @mymentalpleasure2023-05-0215 minMental PleasurePart 2 Addiction, Childhood Trauma and Race Cars with Austin MartinTRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses sexual abuse and drug use.We welcome back Austin Martin for the Part 2 of Addictions, Childhood Trauma and Race Cars. This time we discuss more about what comes after the trauma - the lessons, goals, purpose and most importantly dealing with life and all it brings. Therapy for anyone: https://www.betterhelp.com/rpc/96fd04ba313b60d4-1-11?utm_term=ref_v1_ddInstagram: @austinxandermartinAustin Martin: https://www.tiktok.com/@saustinmartin?_t=8baJt3kCQck&_r=1Email: Info@MyMentalPleasure.comInstagram: @mymentalpleasure2023-04-251h 08Mental PleasureAddiction, Childhood Trauma and Race Cars with Austin MartinTRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses sexual abuse and drug use. Mental Pleasure welcomes Austin Martin this week, as he bravely opens up about the sexual abuse he endured during his childhood and how the undealt trauma led to a substance addiction he struggles with to this day. With the help of therapy and the realization of a possible anger disorder, Austin decided it was finally time to face his undesirable behavior and numbed feelings he thought were normal for so long. Opening up about traumatic memories can be very tough to do because your body quite literally r...2023-04-181h 02Mental PleasureThe 6 Pieces of Advice I Needed A Long Time AgoComing back from a much needed, rest-filled, child-free vacation and your girl is feeling better than ever! I’m very excited to share some insight now that my neurological system has had a chance to compose itself or more like once I’ve given it a chance to rest. From letting your body rest hard to not claiming this healing journey as your identity, I give you 6 pieces of advice that will get you out of a rut and up running. Don’t wait for your moment to happen and happy listening! Albolene Skin Care: https://www.albolen...2023-04-1139 minMental PleasureA Beautiful Chaos with Mental PleasureJoin me this week as I’m featured on the debut episode for the podcast, A Beautiful Chaos with Stephen Vultaggio! We talk through everything from Mental Pleasure as a brand, my sobriety, and experience with therapy. I believe what truly makes this episode is its’ vulnerability and honesty throughout our entire conversation but you’ll have to listen for yourself. I’m so proud of Stephen and his leap of faith to contribute nothing but greatness to this life by bringing A Beautiful Chaos to our beautiful ears. Happy listening! http://youtube.com/@abeautiful...2023-04-041h 24Mental PleasureA Mental Health Break, Who Would've Thought?Of all the things you’d need a break from, who would’ve thought you’d need a little time out from working on your mental health? Unfortunately, I learned this lesson the hard way, as I do most lessons, but this one seems to be one of those that will stick around for a while. Though therapy has helped uncover and discover, it has left me feeling like an open vessel, at least temporarily. I discuss more of what I mean and go over my QEEG brain map and the extremely surprising results. Happy listening!Instagram: @myment...2023-03-2848 minMental PleasureMoment with Mel, We Made It!Congratulations, we officially made it to daylight savings time! Yes, one hour makes a significant difference between depression and complete happiness - at least it can really feel that way at times. A short & sweet moment for you, happy listening! This Moment with Mel is brought to you by happiness, don’t wait to get yours today!2023-03-1413 minMental PleasurePart 2 of Questions & Answers with Therapist, Ann GuzmanTRIGGER WARNING: Suicide and mental health are heavily discussed in this episode! Welcome to part 2 of Questions & Answers with Ann Guzman. This episode gets more into the meat of discussing depression, anxiety, obsessive thinking and the process of seeking outside help. Ann Guzman is a therapist that specializes in mental health specifically for those who are suicidal, at Lakeside DBT and Recovery DBT. In this two-part series, Ann discusses her role as a therapist, what DBT is and exactly how she helps others apply regulation/coping methods to their day to day...2023-03-071h 59
Mental PleasureQuestions & Answers with Therapist, Ann Guzman Pt. 1TRIGGER WARNING: Suicide and mental health are heavily discussed in this episode! Ann Guzman is a therapist that specializes in mental health specifically for those who are suicidal, at Lakeside DBT and Recovery DBT. In this two-part series, Ann discusses her role as a therapist, what DBT is and exactly how she helps others apply regulation/coping methods to their day to day mental health, especially in crisis scenarios. Ann answers questions I collected from listeners and those around me whom I asked, “What is a question you would ask a therapist?” I believe you take on...2023-02-282h 04Mental PleasureFan Favorite: On the Other Side of FearCan you ride a bike? Do you know how to swim? Have you ever gone back to an ex ? If you answered no or yes to these questions, this episode is for you! The truth is a hard pill to swallow and if you don’t know how to greet everyone when you walk into a home, you have some growing up to do. If this description sounded all over the place, it is. Take a listen and you’ll understand! 2023-02-2149 minMental PleasureA Moment With Mel on Self-LoveEmail:Info@mymentalpleasure.comInstagram:@mymentalpleasureTwitter:@mymentalplease2023-02-1406 minMental PleasureThe Human Condition with Luke FullerMental Pleasure welcomes Luke Fuller to episode 49, where he discusses his fascination in learning and his experienced perspective on the human condition. Luke leads a profession in the field of data science and engineering; his leadership role is specifically within advanced analytics. He studied business & mathematics at the University of Alabama and computer science at Georgia Tech.Like many of us, beyond schooling and what our degree may say, we have many interests, hobbies, thoughts, questions and ideas that go further than a piece of paper and what one is conditioned to believe. Which is is one of t...2023-02-071h 33Mental PleasureI Heard You’re Having Another Mental Health Episode, Can I Come Watch?This moment with Mel is brought to you by the big scarcity lie, choking on saliva in the middle of the night and finally scheduling your first, much needed appointment with a therapist. Happy listening! Daring Greatly - by Brene Brown Email: info@mymentalpleasure.comInstagram: @mymentalpleasure2023-01-3129 min