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Local ThreadsAll you need is someone that believes in you! with Madison NilesStarting this season, I wanted to lean into gratitude for someone who was a catalyst in helping me get started as well as behind the scenes several on site events around MA. Madison Niles, aka the Side Quest Queen, is a model, actress, all around creative and soon to be nurse in the Boston area. Madison is someone who has major aura and you can’t help but shine in her presence. Thank you again Madison! Where to Find Our Guest-------------------------------------------------Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madsnls/Mentions----------------------------------------------------------Art Plug...
2026-05-0555 min
Breast Cancer Book ShelfSwearing is CaringThere are moments in life when words just… fail.
In this episode, I’m diving into a powerful idea from Kate Bowler: that in seasons of deep grief, the English language simply reaches its limit. She calls it “inarticulate sorrow”—that feeling when what you’re experiencing is so big, so disorienting, that nothing you say feels accurate.
That’s when swearing becomes caring.
2026-04-2704 min
flopcast (working title)WE’RE GETTING PLASTIC SURGERY | Flopcast ep.14Come say hi on our Patreon!!: https://www.patreon.com/Flopcastworkingtitle?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creatorThis week we cover Molly’s nightmare LA apartment hunt, Coachella Weekend 2 chaos, Addison Rae and Olivia Rodrigo being the “new it-girls”, AI plastic surgery scams, weird DM fetishes, Euphoria losing the plot, and the internet’s latest concerning side characters. Plus: why we never stopped “playing pretend,” Tyler Catastrophe, Ice Spice at McDonald’s, and why being delusional might actually propel us into stardom
2026-04-241h 05flopcast (working title)THE PROBLEM WITH COACHELLA | Flopcast ep.13Come say hi on our Patreon!!:https://www.patreon.com/Flopcastworkingtitle?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creatorThis episode we’re giving full boots-on-the-ground journalism after surviving the influencer Olympics (Coachella). From missing toenails and emotional breakdowns to the most chaotic sets of the weekend. We break down everything. Why a woman would lose their career if they gave s a performance like Justin Bieber’s headline set, the performers who actually ATE (hi Addison Rae + Ethel Cain), the reality of Coachella vs. what influencers post online, and why the “living in the moment” people might actually be winnin...
2026-04-181h 03Breast Cancer Book ShelfThe Rainbow of EmotionsWe can’t be honest with ourselves if we don’t feel all the feels!
2026-04-1407 minBreast Cancer Book ShelfSelf Reflecting on Our ConditioningIn this episode, we dive into that question—the one that feels both simple and wildly uncomfortable. The roles we’ve taken on, the expectations we’ve absorbed, the identities we’ve performed… and what happens when we start peeling them back.
This isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about remembering who you were before you learned to edit yourself.
2026-03-3008 min
2026-03-271h 23Breast Cancer Book ShelfIs toxic positivity a grey area?In this episode of Breast Cancer Book Shelf, we’re talking about a powerful idea from Kara Loewentheil’s Take Back Your Brain: forcing positivity doesn’t heal pain—it often makes it worse.
For cancer patients and survivors, “just stay positive” can create guilt, shame, and the feeling that difficult emotions are something to fix or avoid. This conversation explores why allowing fear, sadness, anger, and grief is not weakness—it’s part of healing. You don’t need to think your way out of trauma. You’re allowed to feel it without drowning in it.
2026-03-1811 min
Miracle Moment | Rae IrelanEP 153 | Stop Hustling in Fear—A Prayer for Real Freedom in BusinessRae Irelan opens this episode with a heartfelt prayer, setting the intention for listeners to discover new levels of freedom in their life and business. The conversation with former television reporter-turned Signature Story Strategist Molly Gomez promises to deliver blueprints for creating not just time, location, and financial freedom, but spiritual freedom within business and relationships.
About Molly Gomez
Molly Gomez is a former television reporter turned international speaker and Signature Story Strategist who helps leaders find their voice, own their authority, and build personal brands that stand out...
2026-03-0501 min
2026-03-051h 23
Miracle Moment | Rae IrelanEP 152 | From Jail Cell to 7 Figures: The Freedom Blueprint That WorkedRae Irelan had everything the world calls success: a nationally touring band, amphitheater stages, and recognition everywhere she went. But behind the spotlight, she felt like a slave in her own life. The night she drove her car off a cliff changed everything.
In this raw conversation, Ray shares the divine encounter that shifted her from suicidal despair to building a seven-figure business while living nomadically around the world. She reveals the three-step framework that transformed her identity crisis into unshakeable worthiness, and why vulnerability became her secret weapon for creating true freedom.
2026-03-0329 minMiracle Moment | Rae IrelanEP151 | Your Calling Needs Your Voice: Prayer for Courage and ClaritySometimes the most powerful moments happen before we even begin speaking. In this intimate prayer opening, Molly Gomez calls down a breakthrough for every listener struggling to find their authentic voice in a world full of noise and comparison.
This isn't just another prayer; it's a declaration over the voices that need to rise up right now. Molly speaks directly to the shame, the chains, and the fear that keep so many gifted people silent when the world desperately needs what they have to offer.
Key...
2026-02-2601 minBreast Cancer Book ShelfRelationship With BodyMore Than a Body: When Your Body Is Good—Even If You Don’t Like It
In this episode of Breast Cancer Book Shelf, we’re talking about a powerful reframe from More Than a Body by Lexie and Lindsay Kite: “Positive body image isn’t believing your body looks good, but knowing your body is good regardless of how it looks.”
For cancer patients and survivors, body image isn’t just about confidence—it’s about loss, change, discomfort, and learning how to live in a body that no longer feels familiar. This...
2026-02-2506 minMiracle Moment | Rae IrelanEP150 | Why Successful Women Still Hide: The “Authority Trap” ExplainedSuccess can become its own cage. Former TV reporter Molly Gomez thought she had found her voice behind the anchor desk until the industry fired her for refusing to dim her light. Now she helps high-achieving women break free from the performance trap that keeps them playing small, even at seven and eight-figure levels.
This conversation cuts deep into the difference between being a good communicator and being a truth teller. Molly reveals why delegation isn't just about time management, it's about identity management. She shares the viral moment that changed everything and why...
2026-02-2430 minBreast Cancer Book ShelfThoughts Are PowerfulWhat if your limiting beliefs are the soundtrack of your life?
Where did those beliefs come from? And more importantly — are they still serving you?
If you want to break through limiting beliefs and become who you were born to be, this episode is your invitation to start noticing the story you’re telling yourself.
2026-02-1107 minBreast Cancer Book ShelfCommunication HackIn this episode of Breast Cancer Book Shelf, I’m discussing a powerful moment from Jamie Kern Lima’s Worthy—the simple question that can change everything: “Do you need me to just listen, or would you like help finding solutions?”
For cancer patients and survivors, this distinction matters. So often we’re met with advice when we need empathy, or silence when we’re desperate to be heard. We’ll talk about venting vs. connecting, why our needs change, and how asking for the right kind of support isn’t a burden—it’s an act of self-worth.
2026-02-0410 minBreast Cancer Book ShelfCreate a Vision Without a Five Year PlanIn this episode of Breast Cancer Book Shelf, we dig into Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Be Useful and the idea that having a clear vision doesn’t mean having your entire future figured out. When you’ve lived through cancer, the future can feel fragile—or even off-limits to imagine. So what does “vision” look like then?
This conversation reframes vision as small, intentional steps rather than grand five-year plans. We explore personal responsibility without shame, the difference between excuses and compassion, and how choosing the next right step can rebuild trust in yourself after everything your body has...
2026-01-2909 minBreast Cancer Book ShelfYour Energy is Your SuperpowerIn the very first episode of Breast Cancer Bookshelf, we’re starting with a powerful reframe from Like She Owns the Place — the idea that beauty isn’t about how you look, but the energy you bring into a space.
After breast cancer, body image can feel complicated, charged, and exhausting. So what happens when we stop treating beauty like a project to manage and start seeing it as presence, confidence, and self-trust? In this episode, I reflect on how viewing beauty as energy shifts the way we move through survivorship, navigate a changed body, and tak...
2026-01-2310 min
The Sovereign Kitchen SocietyRadical Farm
Animals, Food and Our Future with with Abey Rae ScaglioneWhat does it actually mean to live a sovereign life?In this episode of The Sovereign Kitchen Society, Chef Molly Bravo speaks with Abey Rae Scaglione, farmer and author of Radical Farm, about how land, food, and responsibility shape identity.Abey raises livestock and farms at Ruckle Heritage Farm on Salt Spring Island, one of the oldest working heritage farms in British Columbia. Her work centers on regenerative agriculture, ethical animal husbandry, real food systems, and reconnecting modern families to land-based rhythms.This conversation explores:How the land becomes a te...
2025-12-2548 min
Local ThreadsEpisode 15: The Audeville Society, a local nonprofit centering performing arts with Thomas Drury-WangThis week, Thomas Drury-Wang, Founder and President of the Audeville Society, talks about how his nonprofit is centering performing arts in New England. The Audeville Society provides grants to those looking to build their portfolio and provides an accessible way to enrich the community through encouraging performers to follow their dreams. Each year the Audeville Society raises funds for these grants through the Revelry Ball, which is held on February 28th, 2026, at the Royale in Boston, MA. Ticket prices as well as additional donations are used to fund the grant programs, truly making it a by New E...
2025-12-051h 05
Local ThreadsEpisode 14: That one time ___ almost sued me with Oh_Pleeze designer Olivia HarveyThis week Olivia Harvey breaks down how her very niche upcycled sweatshirt designs almost got her sued by you know who, how she pivoted, and the unexpected commission she received in the wake of it all. We talk about her journey into fashion, her time at Emerson, and her one and only market she ever does Wicked Women Makers Market coming up on November 29th tickets available via the event page below.Follow Olivia's brand Oh_Pleeze on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oh_pleeze/?hl=enThe infamous substack article: https://substack.com/@ohpleeze/note...
2025-11-2148 min
Local ThreadsEpisode 13: Makerspace revival with Millforge owner William BrooksEpisode 13: Mill Forge Makerspace: Revival of the maker movement with owner William BrooksIn the heart of the maker movement, Mill Forge stands out as a hub for creativity, collaboration, and community engagement. Opened just two months ago, this innovative space is not only hosting classes and events but also actively participating in initiatives that promote sustainability and the right to repair. Join us as we explore the exciting projects and opportunities that Mill Forge is bringing to the community.Be sure to check out Mill Forge Makerspace here and check for upcoming events like...
2025-11-0755 min
Local ThreadsEpisode 13: Mill Forge Makerspace: Revival of the maker movement with owner William BrooksEpisode 13: Mill Forge Makerspace: Revival of the maker movement with owner William BrooksIn the heart of the maker movement, Mill Forge stands out as a hub for creativity, collaboration, and community engagement. Opened just two months ago, this innovative space is not only hosting classes and events but also actively participating in initiatives that promote sustainability and the right to repair. Join us as we explore the exciting projects and opportunities that Mill Forge is bringing to the community.Be sure to check out Mill Forge Makerspace here and check for upcoming events like...
2025-11-0755 min
Local ThreadsEpisode 12: The Goonies made me do it with Julian De La GarzaEpisode 12In this episode of Local Threads, Molly sits down with gothic jeweler and artist Julian the 2nd, whose darkly beautiful work blends brutalist architecture, mourning, and the occult into wearable art. Julian shares his journey from art school to running his own thriving brand rooted in the historic jewelry capital of Providence, Rhode Island.We talk about:Falling down stairs and starting chaotic morningsGrowing up with an opera singer dad and seamstress momHow brutalist architecture and grief shaped Julian’s gothic styleHis time working at Tiffany & Co. and what it taught himCreating jewelry th...
2025-10-2450 min
Kendall RaeMan Living a Double Life Murders Fiancée 2 Days Before Their Wedding__ The Murder of Molly Watson
2025-10-2239 min
Kendall RaeMan Living a Double Life Murders Fiancée 2 Days Before Their Wedding__ The Murder of Molly Watson
2025-10-1739 min
Local ThreadsEpisode 11: Diversity Consignment X Project Reworked Runway with Luis CepedaEpisode 11: Diversity Consignment X Project Reworked Runway with Luis CepedaGuest: Luis Cepeda, Assistant Manager at Diversity Consignment Host: Molly — Local Threads Podcast Location: Jamaica Plain, Boston MA🧵 SummaryIn this episode, Molly sits down with Luis Cepeda, the Assistant Manager at Diversity Consignment, one of Boston’s most beloved shopping spots for the secondhand and vintage markets. We talk about Project Rework Runway, the brand’s mission to challenge social norms and inspire creativity, and how a small team built a community hub rooted in sustainability, imagination, and style. There's a...
2025-10-1044 min
Local ThreadsEpisode 10: The Platinum Rebellion: Wear Cool Sh*t with Erin Odell Bradley🧵 Episode DescriptionWhat happens when you stop creating to sell and start making for the joy of it? In this episode, I sit down with my friend and creative soulmate Erin Odell Bradley AKA Platinum Rebellion. Erin is an artist, designer, photographer, vintage icon, and the person who helped inspire this podcast in the first place.We talk about growing up weird, going to FIT in the ‘80s, early fashion gigs, moving cross-country, and raising a family where everyone dresses like walking artistic expression. We also get into the magic of the Queer AF fashion show...
2025-09-2653 min
Tell Me MoreNavigating Body Image and Anxiety in Pregnancy with Jess KingThis week the amazing Jess Rae King shares her pregnancy journey thus far, as well as being honest about her ongoing anxiety and history of disordered eating. We also chat about relationships and her incredible partner, Liam (AKA Shirtless Bass).Follow Jess on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jessraekingProduced by Headon.agency
2025-09-2250 min
Local ThreadsEpisode 9: Glamour Possum: The Origin of a Shapeshifter with Lauren Carter Reilly🎭 Lauren Carter Riley (Glamour Possum) on Acting, Writing, TikTok, and Indie FilmmakingDescription: This week on Local Threads, Molly sits down with Lauren Carter Reilly, better known as Glamour Possum — actress, writer, content creator, and indie filmmaker.Lauren shares her journey from being a classically trained actress trying to break into New York, to rediscovering herself during the pandemic, moving to Salem, and creating a life on her own terms. We dive into:What it’s really like breaking into the acting worldHow COVID changed her career pathUsing TikTok to build community and grow an...
2025-09-121h 18
Local ThreadsEpisode 8: Unapologetically QueerAF with Love Your Labels founder Joshua CrokeGuest: Joshua Croke (they/them) — artist, designer, facilitator & founder of Love Your LabelsJoshua Croke is a queer urbanist and community-centered designer whose work sits at the intersection of equity, creative placemaking, and city life. They are the founder and president of Love Your Labels. "Love Your Labels builds project-based art, fashion, and design programs for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and creates affirming, loving space for young people to be themselves and find community. Love Your Labels offers a program called Threads. Threads is a fashion design and identity development program that em...
2025-08-291h 08
Local ThreadsEpisode 7: The Origin of Local ThreadsLocal Threads started as a sustainable fashion podcast in Boston but it’s grown into something much bigger: a creative community across New England that celebrates the arts, third-space curators, and the threads that connect us all.In this solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain to share the full story:Why I started Local ThreadsMy move to Boston and the search for communityHow mental health shaped my work and my new normalWhy this podcast keeps me accountable and groundedThe values that guide everything I do — sustainability, inclusivity, creativity, and collaborationIf you’ve ever fel...
2025-08-1508 min
Local ThreadsEpisode 6: The Creative Evolution of Pixel Palmer with Jeff PalmerIn this episode of Local Threads, Molly sits down with printmaker, filmmaker, and all-around creative force Jeff Palmer of Pixel Palmer. From his early days in New Hampshire working on America’s oldest family farm, to shooting music videos in California, and finally settling into New Bedford’s buzzing creative scene, Jeff shares a vibrant journey filled with pivots, paranormal stories, and powerful moments of creative clarity.We talk about:His transition from film to block printingThe mysterious story of a piano-playing cat and a favorite song at just the right momentMaking art in the face of p...
2025-08-011h 04
Local ThreadsEpisode 5: Philanthropy & sustainable fashion: An Interview with Amy Hebb of Second Serve ResalePhilanthropy through Sustainable Fashion: An Interview with Amy Hebb of Second Serve ResaleIn this episode of Local Threads, host Molly sits down with Amy Hebb, founder of Second Serve Resale, a nonprofit based in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Amy shares the origins and mission of Second Serve, which promotes resale over new clothing purchases to support the environment and raise funds for various nonprofits. The conversation covers the growth of Second Serve since its incorporation in 2020, their model of directing 85% of profits to charities chosen by customers, and the importance of community engagement through...
2025-07-221h 09
Local ThreadsEpisode 4: Amelia English: Swapping Style for Good with the SHARE Your Clothing App🎙️ Episode 4 — Amelia English: Swapping Style for Good with the SHARE Your Clothing AppIn this episode of Local Threads, host Molly sits down with Amelia English, founder of the SHARE Your Clothing app — a fresh take on fashion swapping that’s shaking up the secondhand scene. SHARE is a point-based clothing exchange app that makes it easier (and way more fun) to trade your closet with others.Amelia explains how the app works, why she built it, and how it’s solving the problem of clothing waste and resale burnout. We talk about the power of circular f...
2025-07-0447 min
Blurred Lines: Crime, Conspiracy & the Truth Behind the GossipThe Brick, the Bat, and the Lie: The Killing of Jason Corbett. Blurred Lines: Crime, Conspiracy and the truth behind the gossipWhen Irish businessman Jason Corbett hired American au pair Molly Martens to care for his two young children, it seemed like a second chance at happiness after the sudden death of his wife. But what began as a hopeful new chapter ended in a brutal killing that would raise disturbing questions, tear families apart, and ignite international headlines.In this episode of Blurred Lines, we unravel the chilling case at the heart of Netflix’s A Deadly American Marriage. Was Jason an abusive husband, or the victim of a carefully planned ambush? Did Molly and her ex-FBI fa...
2025-06-2733 min
Local ThreadsEpisode 3: Samantha Gottlich of No Rhyme or Reason – Healing Through Upcycled FashionSamantha Gottlich, designer and upcycler behind the wonderful world of No Rhyme or Reason, joins us to discuss the intersection of chronic illness, creativity, and sustainability, from living with lupus to launching a fashion brand rooted in nostalgia and emotional expression.We talk about:Using art as a therapeutic outletThe symbolism of yellow and finding hopeFamily, pop culture, and creative influenceThe complexities of body image and fashionWhy upcycling and sustainability are central to her missionThis is an inspiring conversation on resilience, identity, and the...
2025-06-2059 min
It Might Get Weird: Journeys in Veterinary MedicineS1 : E48 Special Collaboration with The Dr. Molly Says Podcast and the Questions with Crocker PodcastClick here to text us your questions & comments.I know we said we were taking a break for summer, but the opportunity came up to have Dr. Molly Brinkman, Dr. Tannetje Crocker and I record together to talk about our upcoming panel talk together at AVMA Convention this summer in Washington DC (Saturday July 19th at 4:00pm). Our talk is titled: "What I know now that I wish I knew then: Wisdom for students and early career veterinarians"The Dr. Molly Says PodcastQuestions with Crocker PodcastAVMA Convention 2025...
2025-06-1145 min
Local ThreadsEpisode 2: Melissa Woods – Trued Apparel🎙️ Local Threads – Episode 2: Melissa Woods – Trued Apparel Host: Molly Amatangelo Guest: Melissa Woods – Designer, Founder of Trued Apparel🔥 Episode Summary In this episode of Local Threads, Molly sits down with Melissa Woods, the creative force behind Trued Apparel. This slow fashion brand seamlessly blends intentional design with real-world functionality. We discuss her path from the arts to garment design and UX, and why slowing down is essential to doing things right. We also explore how Trued is creating with people and the planet in mind. 🧵 Topics CoveredIntersectionality of UX & Slow FashionGo...
2025-06-061h 00
Local ThreadsEpisode 1: Kelly Dempsey -What if the real currency is you??🎙️ Local Threads – Episode 1: Kelly Dempsey - What if the real currency is you?Host: Molly AmatangeloGuest: Kelly Dempsey – Designer, Season 14 Project Runway Finalist, Founder of Barterloo🔥 Episode Summary In the premiere episode of Local Threads, Molly sits down with Kelly Dempsey — best known as “Kelly from the Deli,” Boston’s first native Project Runway contestant and self-taught designer. From humble beginnings in a small Western Massachusetts town to national television and now launching the visionary barter-based platform Barterloo, Kelly’s story is all grit, growth, and wild inspiration....
2025-05-2350 min
Local ThreadsLocal Threads IntroWelcome to Local Threads, a Boston-based podcast spotlighting artists, designers, and ethical small businesses, stitching together a creative, conscious future right in your own backyard. I'm Molly, your host and resident Boston transplant. Each episode I sit down with local creatives and small business owners who are rethinking what it means to build community and reimagining how we consume Think slow fashion designers, vintage dealers, innovators, musicians, all the good stuff coming out of New England's indie scene, starting right here in Boston. You're in the right place if you care about connection, creativity, and community. This is Local...
2025-05-2000 min