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We've Got To TalkBridge Grades: The ‘Rotten Tomatoes’ Scorecard for CongressWe’re sitting down with Brad Porteous, the creator of Bridge Grades, to talk about the one thing American politics is starving for right now: real collaboration. If you are exhausted by tribal “pick a side” thinking, this conversation is a breath of fresh air, because it is not about who is right. It is about who can actually work with people they disagree with.Brad explains what Bridge Grades is and why he built it. Think of it as a report card for Congress, or like Rotten Tomatoes for politicians. Using objective third-party data, Bridge Grades scores...
2026-02-2558 min
We've Got To TalkThe Last Republican Documentary: Our ReviewWe just watched “The Last Republican,” Steve Pink’s new documentary about Adam Kinzinger - the Illinois Congressman who broke ranks with his party after the January 6th hearings, and let’s just say, it sparked a conversation. Actually, several. We’re Nicole (liberal) and Jolene (conservative), friends for nearly 40 years and living proof that you can tackle politics, religion, and money without ending up in a shouting match. In this episode, we give you our take on the film, the politics, and the very human messiness at the heart of it all.Despite our different political leanings...
2026-02-1850 min
Secrets of Powerful Women with Jill Conway76: Breaking Barriers in The GOLD Business with Nicole BrewsterWhat does it take for a woman to lead in one of the world’s most male-dominated industries?In this episode of Secrets of Powerful Women, host Jill Conway interviews Nicole Brewster, President and CEO of Renforth Resources, about her unconventional journey into the mining and exploration industry and how she built confidence, authority, and resilience along the way.Nicole shares what women need to know about stepping into leadership roles, navigating industries where women are underrepresented, and why minerals and natural resources are critical to today’s economy and future innovation. She also discusses the global...
2026-02-1548 min
We've Got To TalkTrump One Year Later: Reaction to Ezra Klein & Yuval Levin ConversationWe’re sharing our take on Ezra Klein’s interview with Yuval Levin and the question it raises about Trump’s presidency: has he achieved as much as it feels like he has, or are we confusing constant motion with durable progress? We talk about why this administration can feel like nonstop action, even when much of that action is not coming through Congress.A big idea from the Ezra Klein Show conversation is Levin’s framing that Trump governs “retail rather than wholesale.” In other words, prioritizing visible, immediate wins through executive power, pressure, and deal-making, instead of b...
2026-02-1141 min
We've Got To TalkICE Shooting in Minneapolis: Facts, Fear, and What We Owe Each OtherSome weeks, the news doesn’t just feel heavy, it feels combustible. In this episode, Nicole (liberal) and Jolene (conservative) talk through the latest ICE shooting in Minneapolis and why stories like this instantly become a loyalty test: pick your team, pick your narrative, pick your villain… and move on.We slow the conversation down on purpose. We talk about what we know, what we don’t know yet, and how quickly public reactions harden into certainty before investigations have a chance to breathe. Because once a tragedy becomes a symbol, people stop caring about details. They care a...
2026-02-041h 05
We've Got To TalkIs America buying Greenland or not?Some headlines don’t feel real and yet here we are. In this episode, we unpack Trump floating the idea of America buying Greenland (yes, Greenland) and why a story that sounds like satire is actually tied to serious geopolitics, Arctic security, and America’s relationship with allies like Denmark.We take a look at why Greenland matters: its strategic location between North America and Europe, growing importance in the Arctic, and the military and economic interests that come with it. Even if the delivery sounds unserious, the underlying interest isn’t automatically crazy and that’s what mak...
2026-01-2846 min
We've Got To TalkU.S. Surrogacy and Birthright Citizenship: When Money Writes the RulesSurrogacy can be a deeply meaningful path to parenthood and it can also be a billion-dollar industry. In this episode, we unpack what happens when “building a family” starts looking like a marketplace, and who actually gets protected when money, contracts, and power enter something as serious as pregnancy and birth.We talk about why the U.S. has become a major global destination for surrogacy, and how inconsistent, state-by-state rules can create a system where the wealthy get options and the vulnerable take on the risk. When an industry grows faster than the guardrails, it’s not ju...
2026-01-2151 min
We've Got To Talk2026 Is Already a Lot: Venezuela, ICE Shootings, Minnesota Fraud and Iran Uprising2026 didn’t ease in gently — it kicked the door in. In this episode, Nicole (liberal) and Jolene (conservative) unpack three headlines that are already shaping the year: the Trump administration’s high-stakes move in Venezuela, the immigration firestorm at home (including ICE shootings and the Minnesota fraud scandal), and the uprising in Iran unfolding through a media blackout.We talk about Venezuela as a foreign policy flashpoint; is this decisive strategy, reckless escalation, or something in between? And we keep coming back to the same question: what’s the plan after the headline? Because “shock and awe” isn’t a fore...
2026-01-141h 20
Super Professor's PodcastRenee Nicole Good 37 Holding Power To Account: ICE, Impunity, Trump and The Erosion Of RightsSend us a textStart here if you’ve felt the rules shifting under your feet. We dig into how immigration enforcement and executive power can expand beyond norms, why that escalation shows up as intimidation on the street, and what ordinary people can do today to protect truth, neighbors, and themselves. The conversation is frank, angry at times, and grounded in practical steps that turn fear into preparation.We pull apart the layers: legal maneuvers that widen agency reach, cultural rhetoric that paints dissent as threat, and on-the-ground tactics that transform routine stops into hi...
2026-01-1318 min
Super Professor's PodcastAccountability And Power: The Shooting Of Renee Nicole Good 37 a Mom! Why?Send us a textA mother is dead, and the official story keeps changing. We confront the killing of Renee Nicole Good with clear eyes, tracing how a street encounter turned fatal and why the rhetoric around “law and order” so often collides with the right to live, protest, and go home safe. From the rules on shooting at moving vehicles to what de-escalation actually looks like in the field, we unpack the policies, training gaps, and cultural cues that can turn routine stops into irreversible tragedies.We also widen the lens. When leaders praise domi...
2026-01-1218 min
We've Got To TalkDeath and Dying: How Faith and Spirituality Shape Our Views on the Afterlife⚠️ CONTENT WARNING ⚠️This episode contains discussion of suicide and grief related to suicide loss. We share personal stories about losing loved ones to suicide, which may be difficult or triggering for some listeners.If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please reach out for help:988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 (available 24/7 in the U.S.)Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741International Association for Suicide Prevention: https://www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres/You are not alone, and there is always help availabl...
2026-01-0754 min
We've Got To TalkReflecting on the year that wasWe can’t believe it’s been a year! In this special episode, Nicole (liberal) and Jolene (conservative) reflect on what it’s really like to launch a podcast across the political divide—sharing honest behind-the-scenes moments, favourite interviews, and the biggest surprises of our journey so far.From tackling tough topics like gun policy and abortion to finding unexpected common ground, we’ve learned that real conversation rooted in curiosity and respect, matters more than ever. Highlights include our powerful interview with Monica Guzman and the joy (and chaos) of producing nearly 50 episodes.Looking ahead to 2...
2025-12-3137 min
We've Got To TalkChristmas & Hanukkah: How We Celebrate the HolidaysThe holiday season is here, and we're talking about what Christmas and Hanukkah mean to us, how we navigate the pressure and expectations, and why the spirit of the season matters more than perfect decorations or expensive gifts.Jolene celebrates a traditional Christmas with stockings, a beautifully decorated tree, and all the festive cheer. I (Nicole) grew up celebrating both Christmas and Hanukkah, experiencing the magic of Christmas morning and the ritual of lighting the menorah for eight nights. We both agree on the beauty of holiday decorations - whether it's stars or angels, menorahs or nativity...
2025-12-2457 min
We've Got To Talk5 Pet Peeves & 5 Things That Bring Us JoyAfter spending months dissecting politics, gun control, and the collapse of American democracy, we desperately needed a break. So today we're talking about the stuff that occupies more of our mental space than we’d care to admit: our pet peeves from everyday life and the tiny moments of joy that remind us life isn’t all bad. Because honestly, sometimes the person who won't get out of the left lane feels more urgent than foreign policy.The mix of irritation and joy is what makes life entertaining. If everything was perfect, we'd have nothing to laugh abou...
2025-12-1756 min
Secrets of Powerful Women with Jill Conway67: From Pharma to Fashion : Coco on the Go with Nicole BowyerNicole Bowyer, founder of Coco On The Go, shares how she pivoted from pharmaceuticals to building a luxury athleisure brand inspired by the confidence of women she observed in Brazil. In this week's Secrets of Powerful Women conversation with Jill Conway, Nicole talks candidly about the early challenges of launching a company, why self-belief and family support matter, and how fashion can be a vehicle for women’s empowerment and confidence in everyday life. She also lays out her aspirations for the brand’s next stage of growth.You’ll learn:Practical steps for a career change into...
2025-12-1448 min
We've Got To TalkMonica Guzman: Why Talking Politics With Family Isn't Just Okay - It's EssentialWhat if the advice to avoid talking about politics is actually making everything worse? In our first-ever guest interview, we sit down with Monica Guzman - author of "I Never Thought of It That Way," and advisor at Braver Angels to talk about how to have fearlessly curious conversations in dangerously divided times.Monica doesn't sugarcoat it: America is fraying. Social media has made it easy to be incurious while feeling righteous, and "conflict entrepreneurs" are profiting off our division. But she believes the only way forward is to keep talking to each other, especially across disagreement.
2025-12-1045 min
We've Got To TalkWorking Full-Time But Still Poor: The 55 Million American Households We Need To Talk AboutThere's a massive group of Americans we don’t talk enough about; people who work full-time, pay their taxes, and still can't afford basic necessities. They earn too much to qualify for government assistance but too little to actually survive. They're called ALICE: Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. And they represent 38 million households (29% of America). Combined with those below the federal poverty line, that's 55 million households, or 42% of the entire country, struggling to make ends meet. I (Jolene) learned about ALICE through a friend who works for United Way, and honestly, it changed how I think about pove...
2025-12-0347 min
LevelUp Russellville"There's Enough Work for Everybody" — Jeremy & Nicole King of Olive Branch on Collaboration, Rest, and Redefining SuccessWhat happens when you sell everything, move your family across the country in seven days, and start over in a place you barely know?
In this episode of LevelUp Russellville, we sit down with Jeremy and Nicole King from Olive Branch, a landscaping company based in Conway, Arkansas. Originally from Northern California, they made the leap to Arkansas before their oldest started kindergarten—and they haven’t looked back.
But this isn’t just a story about changing zip codes. It’s about changing how you think about success, competition, and what it really means to build...
2025-11-2834 min
We've Got To TalkOur Thanksgiving Traditions: How Food and Family Unite Us Across Political LinesThanksgiving is supposed to be about gratitude, family, and great food - but with tensions running high in America, the holidays might feel more charged than usual. In this episode, we share how to actually enjoy Thanksgiving without avoiding meaningful conversation or ending up in a screaming match.Growing up, our Thanksgivings looked different but felt the same: togetherness, gratitude, and way too much food. Now as adults with our own traditions and chosen families, we've learned something crucial: curiosity beats judgment every single time.When someone says something you disagree with at the dinner...
2025-11-2653 min
We've Got To TalkPrayer vs Meditation: Your Brain Can't Tell the DifferenceWe're about to talk about religion, which means a good portion of you just got a little uncomfortable. But here's something wild that might make this conversation easier: science shows that prayer and meditation do essentially the same thing to your brain. Whether you're a Christian praying in a church or an atheist meditating in your living room, your brain is having a remarkably similar experience. Today we're taking a look at why these practices work, how they're more alike than different, and why maybe we should all stop arguing about whose version is "right."Whether you...
2025-11-1954 min
We've Got To TalkWhat Every Woman Needs to Know About Menopause and HRTMenopause is a natural life transition that half the population will experience, yet somehow it remains medicine's best-kept secret. I (Nicole) spent months getting shuffled between specialists, each one treating individual symptoms without connecting the obvious dots. Itchy skin? See a dermatologist. Mood changes? Try therapy. Bone loss? Take calcium supplements.Each doctor had a different diagnosis. None of them mentioned menopause.Then came the osteoporosis diagnosis, and suddenly everything clicked. But it shouldn't have taken a bone density scan to get answers about something as predictable as menopause. Today we're ta...
2025-11-1255 min
OCD Family PodcastS4E151: OCRD Series IV, Part I: BFRBs Explained: Lived Experience Meets Psychological Expertise to Benefit FamiliesIn this episode of our 4th Annual OCRD Series, we explore trichotillomania, skin picking, nail biting, and other BFRBs from two essential perspectives: someone living with these challenges and a treating psychologist specializing in OCD and related disorders.Whether you're a family member, partner, parent, or chosen family trying to understand BFRBs, or someone experiencing these behaviors yourself, this conversation offers real insights into what helps and what doesn't. Special guests, Jason Yu and Dr. Lisa Conway, discuss common struggles and goals while honoring the lived experience that statistics and clinical language can't capture. So join us...
2025-11-081h 42
We've Got To TalkGavin Newsom 2028: Can California's Governor Win a National Election? Liberal vs ConservativeCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom is everywhere right now - doing podcasts, engaging with conservative voices, and very obviously positioning himself for a 2028 presidential run. He's got the hair, the charisma, and the baggage that comes with governing California. Today we're talking about whether Newsom could actually win a national election, and whether the kid I (Nicole) knew from afar in high school, wearing blazers and slicked-back hair, could actually become president.I (Nicole) went to high school with Gavin Newsom. Even back then, he had this air of sophistication that set him apart. While the rest of...
2025-11-0544 min
We've Got To TalkTrump's White House Ballroom: Why Everyone's Fighting Over a Building ProjectPresident Trump is building a new ballroom at the White House, and predictably, everyone has lost their minds. Some people see it as a practical addition for official events. Others see it as an extravagant monument to Trump's ego being permanently installed in the people's house. Today, we're talking about why a ballroom has become yet another flashpoint in American politics, and whether maybe we're all just exhausted and looking for things to be angry about.I (Jolene) get why people are upset about this, but honestly, the ballroom doesn't bother me. Here's why: it's being funded...
2025-10-2954 min
The Journalism SaluteNicole Lewis, Engagement Editor, The Marshall ProjectOn this episode we're joined by Nicole Lewis. Nicole is the engagement editor for The Marshall Project, leading the organization’s strategic efforts to deepen reporting that reaches communities most affected by the criminal legal system. She also leads certain investigative reporting projects.The Marshall Project is a non-profit nonpartisan newsroom covering America's criminal justice system with the belief that the system is broken and needs reform.We talked to Nicole about both her purpose as a journalist and The Marshall Project's purpose as an organization. She provided examples of stories she's worked on, everything fr...
2025-10-2839 min
We've Got To TalkTrump Gets Hostages Home: The Middle East Peace Deal We Weren't ExpectingPresident Trump did something remarkable in the Middle East. I (Nicole) can barely believe I'm typing this, but credit where it's due - he got hostages home and negotiated a ceasefire in a conflict that's been bleeding for decades. Whether you love Trump or hate him, what happened this week deserves acknowledgment. And that's exactly what we're talking about today.We're not declaring Trump a hero or pretending this solves the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. We're also not ignoring what he accomplished because we disagree with his politics. We're doing what we should all do more often: recognizing when...
2025-10-2251 min
We've Got To TalkGovernment Shutdown 2025: Congress Gets Paid While Federal Workers StarveWe recorded this episode seven days into the government shutdown, and honestly, we were both furious. Not the performative outrage you see on cable news, though. Actual, bone-deep frustration at watching our government play chicken with people's livelihoods while collecting their own paychecks without interruption. TSA workers are showing up to keep us safe without knowing when they'll get paid. FAA controllers are managing air traffic on empty stomachs and maxed-out credit cards. And Congress? They're posting memes.The government shutdown isn't just about budget negotiations or policy disagreements. It's a symptom of a political system that's...
2025-10-1243 min
We've Got To TalkWhat IS the role of Government in America? Our personal takesWhen was the last time you had a real conversation about what government is actually supposed to do? Not a screaming match about specific policies, but a genuine discussion about the fundamental role of government in America? I (Nicole) and Jolene have been friends for almost 40 years despite living on opposite sides of the political spectrum, and recently we realized we'd never actually tackled this most basic question: What should our government be doing, and how much should it be involved in our daily lives?The answer, it turns out, is a lot more complicated than either...
2025-10-081h 03
We've Got To TalkJimmy Kimmel Censored: Is Free Speech Dead in America?Jimmy Kimmel got pulled off ABC after making comments about Charlie Kirk's assassination, and honestly, it's left us both feeling unsettled about where America is heading. Whether you thought his jokes were inappropriate or not, the speed at which he disappeared from television should concern everyone. Today we're talking about what this means for free speech, why comedy matters in a democracy, and whether we're crossing lines we can't uncross.The Kimmel situation isn't really about one comedian or one set of jokes. It's about whether we still believe in the principles that made America d...
2025-10-0157 min
We've Got To TalkGun Control: When Both Sides Are Right (And Wrong)Gun control debates usually end with people screaming past each other about the Second Amendment and dead children. But what happens when you actually sit down and try to understand why people feel so strongly on both sides? Today we're tackling America's most polarizing issue, and honestly, neither of us walked away feeling like we had all the answers. Maybe that's the point.The conversation about guns in America isn't going to end anytime soon. But maybe it could get more productive if we stopped assuming the worst about people who disagree with us and started looking...
2025-09-241h 06
We've Got To TalkThe Aftermath of the Assassination of Charlie KirkWhen Charlie Kirk was assassinated in Utah, the immediate response from both political parties revealed something deeply broken about American discourse. Instead of mourning a human life, social media exploded with celebrations, blame, and calls for revenge.We’re processing this tragedy as friends from opposite sides of the political spectrum, sharing their heartbreak over how quickly Americans turned a murder into political ammunition. This episode examines the cruel responses that followed, the systemic issues creating isolated and radicalized young people, and why political violence should terrify everyone regardless of party affiliation.A deeply personal co...
2025-09-1751 min
We've Got To TalkWhy Americans are So Mean to Each OtherEveryone's noticed it, but nobody wants to say it out loud: Americans have gotten meaner. Or at least, that’s what David Brooks believes. Today we're discussing an article that David wrote for The Atlantic, “How America Got Mean”. His explanation for our national cruelty crisis left Nicole feeling defeated, and Jolene a little more optimistic.Regardless of whether the article was perhaps a little over dramatic, both Nicole and Jolene agreed there is something very wrong with the way Americans are treating each other. And it seems to have gotten worse over the last 20 years. So ho...
2025-09-1046 min
We've Got To TalkTrump, Putin, and Zelensky Meetings: What Really Happened Behind Closed Doors?When Trump and Putin meet in Alaska, followed by Zelensky and European leaders rushing to D.C. to meet Trump 3 days later, you know something big is happening. But what exactly? The headlines give us locations and handshakes, but the real story is what we're not being told. Today we're diving into the kitchen-table conversations everyone's having but nobody wants to say out loud: What's really going on with this war, and who's actually calling the shots?I (Jolene) watched this Alaska meeting unfold with fascination. Here's Trump getting two of the world's most complicated leaders to...
2025-09-0353 min
We've Got To TalkWhat It's Really Like Being a Woman in 2025What does it mean to be a woman in 2025? We talked to women across generations - from 20-somethings navigating career ambitions to 80-year-olds who've watched the Republican party evolve around them. The answers surprised us. Despite decades of progress, some battles feel eerily familiar. We were given the task of interviewing some of the women in our social circles, to get their take on what it means to be a woman, and how they feel things have changed over time.I (Nicole) interviewed friends who've climbed corporate ladders while dealing with dress codes that still t...
2025-08-2753 min
We've Got To TalkMaking Friends as Adults - special episode live from the OzarksMaking friends as an adult is hard. While teenagers effortlessly form bonds over shared cafeteria tables, adults need to be more intentional about creating and maintaining connections. Recently, I (Nicole) and my husband Josh traveled to visit Jolene and her husband Jeff in the Ozarks for our very first in-person podcast recording. This was a rare treat that got us thinking about how friendship actually works and why it's worth the extra effort it takes as adults.Recording by the lake in the Ozarks with Jolene, our husbands Jeff and Josh joining us for parts of the...
2025-08-2035 min
We've Got To TalkClimate Change: When Liberals and Conservatives Actually AgreeClimate change discussions usually end in shouting matches about melting glaciers and coal jobs. But what happens when a liberal and a conservative actually sit down to talk through the science, the solutions, and the politics without trying to win? Today we're tackling the topic that's supposedly dividing America, and discovering we might have more common ground than cable news wants you to believe.Climate change doesn't care about your political party. Neither do rising energy costs, extreme weather events or global economic competition in clean technology sectors.Maybe we need to stop treating climate...
2025-08-1348 min
We've Got To TalkWe Swapped News Sources for 10 Days - Liberal vs Conservative MediaWhat happens when a liberal starts watching Fox News and a conservative dives into The New York Times? We decided to find out. For 10 days, we deliberately consumed each other's preferred media sources to see if we'd been living in completely different realities. I (Nicole) typically get my news from The New York Times, The Daily podcast, and Ezra Klein. Jolene gravitates toward Fox News, America's Newsroom, and The Free Press. For 10 days, we switched sides to see what we'd been missing - or avoiding.In a time when we're told that Americans have never b...
2025-08-0642 min
We've Got To TalkEpstein Files Conspiracy + Political Questions You're Afraid to AskSome conversations are too important to avoid just because they're uncomfortable. Toda, Jolene brought questions to the table that she's been wrestling with and wanted my (Nicole's) take on as a liberal Democrat: Can you love America without being racist? Should we forgive student loans or is that unfair to people who already paid? And what's really in those Epstein files? These are the discussions happening in your head that you're afraid to say out loud - so we're saying them for you.RESOURCES MENTIONED:The Joe Rogan Expe...
2025-07-3050 min
We've Got To TalkTrump's Meme Coin Made Millions While You Got PlayedA politician launches a meme coin and makes millions overnight while regular investors lose their shirts. Sound familiar? It should, because it's the same story that's been playing out for decades - just with different players and shinier packaging. Today we're taking a look at Trump's latest money grab and asking the question nobody in Washington wants to answer: Why do the rules seem different for the people making them?The solution might not be to elect different politicians - it could be changing the rules so that public service means actual service, not personal enrichment. Blind...
2025-07-2350 min
We've Got To TalkWhy Everything Is Political Now And How It's Breaking AmericaWhen did ordering coffee become a political statement? When did choosing a grocery store require checking their donation records? Everything in America has become a battlefield - immigration, crime, even due process. Today we tackle the exhausting reality of living in a country where literally everything gets filtered through red and blue lenses, and ask the question nobody wants to answer: How do we fix this mess?The truth is, most Americans want the same things: safe communities, economic opportunity, fair treatment under the law. We disagree on methods, not goals. But our political system profits from...
2025-07-1649 min
We've Got To TalkWhat does Mamdani's Primary win say about the future of the Democratic party?When a progressive candidate wins NYC's Democratic primary, Republicans immediately cry "socialism" while Democrats are optimistic about change. Nicole and Jolene examine whether expanding city services is actually radical or just what every other developed country already does.This episode explores the weaponization of political labels, why Democratic voters are choosing progressives over moderates, and whether America is ready for policies that prioritize people over profits. From free childcare to the fear of Venezuela comparisons, we tackle the real questions behind the headlines.Two friends proving that political opposites can have productive conversations about the...
2025-07-091h 04
We've Got To TalkBig Food Is Poisoning America - And The Government Is Helping Them Do ItAccording to a study performed by the Commonwealth Fund, Americans are sicker than ever while spending more on healthcare than any other country. Let that fact sink in for a moment. For a developed nation, we expect so much better for our country and we desperately want to see change.So why are Americans spending so much on healthcare, and still getting sicker? it seems that the answer isn't in your medicine cabinet - it's in your pantry. We’re taking a look into the dirty alliance between Big Food, Big Pharma, and the politicians who...
2025-07-0251 min
We've Got To TalkArmy Parades vs. Anti-Government Protests: When Patriotism Gets ComplicatedTwo massive events dominated the weekend: the Army's 250th anniversary parade and the No Kings March. One celebrated military might with millions in taxpayer dollars, the other protested government overreach with signs and chants. Both claimed to represent "real America." So which one actually does? We’re digging into the messy reality of modern patriotism and ask the uncomfortable question: Can you love your country while hating your government?Maybe the real issue isn't whether parades or protests are more patriotic. Maybe it's that we've forgotten how to disagree without demonizing. The Army parade and No Kings Ma...
2025-06-2535 min
We've Got To TalkWe Got DESTROYED on TikTok- The Social Media Backlash Nobody Warned Us AboutTwo friends. One TikTok account. Complete chaos.What started as an innocent attempt to share our conversations quickly turned into a masterclass in online brutality. From weird yelling videos in the DMs to comment sections that looked like digital war zones, we learned the hard way that TikTok doesn't play nice with nuanced political discussions.This episode shares some of the behind the scenes issues we’ve been dealing with on social media since launching our show. We're talking about the algorithm that rewards outrage, the trolls who live for destruction, and the mental health co...
2025-06-2208 min
We've Got To TalkPro-Life vs Pro-Choice: What Happens When Best Friends Disagree on AbortionAbortion. The word alone can end friendships, split families, and turn dinner parties into war zones. So what happens when a conservative Catholic woman and a liberal feminist sit down to discuss reproductive rights? Today's episode tackles the most divisive issue in America through the lens of a nearly four-decade friendship that's survived everything - including this.Here's what makes this conversation different from the “debates” on cable news: both women actually listen to each other. Jolene doesn't dismiss Nicole's concerns about women dying from back-alley abortions. Nicole doesn't mock Jolene's belief in the sanctity of life. They...
2025-06-1851 min
We've Got To TalkAssumption vs Reality: How Democrats and Republicans Misunderstand Each OtherEver catch yourself making snap judgments about someone based on their political views? That MAGA hat automatically equals racist? That Biden sticker means socialist? We're all guilty of it, and it's destroying our ability to have real conversations. Today's episode exposes the shocking truth about how wrong we are about each other - and why our assumptions are keeping us trapped in our own echo chambers.Our addiction to being right is costing us relationships, communities, and any chance of solving actual problems. While we're busy arguing with strawmen versions of each other, real issues go unaddressed...
2025-06-1133 min
We've Got To TalkFirst Kisses, Underage Sorority Parties and Our Deepest FearsEveryone has those stories. The ones that shaped us, scarred us, or made us laugh until we cried (and maybe peed a little bit). Today's episode strips away the serious topics to reveal the raw, ridiculous, and sometimes embarrassing moments that made Nicole and Jolene who they are. From childhood dreams of stardom to saving lives - these are the stories you’ve never heard.Today's reminder? Behind every heated debate, every strong opinion, every firm stance, there's a person shaped by their own collection of firsts, fears, and family recipes. Maybe that's the secret to having ha...
2025-06-0426 min
Feel Love FridayFeel Love Friday with Christian Woodyatt (and guest Paul Conway) | 23rd May 2025Christian Woodyatt presents the latest edition of Feel Love Friday (with special guest Paul Conway. You can catch the live broadcast every Friday on NDC Radio between 9 & 11pm (GMT).https://linktr.ee/christianwoodyattThis weeks playlist:FEEL LOVE FIRE (May's Record of the Month):The Reflex - Weekend (CW Ext Edit)Change, Tanya Michelle Smith - Got 2 Get Up (Micky More & Andy Tee Remix)Mirko & Meex - Ain't Right (Extended Mix)G...
2025-05-252h 00
We've Got To TalkBiden's Cancer Bombshell: Coincidence or Calculated?The White House has a new crisis on its hands, and it's not just medical. President Biden's aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis dropped like a bomb this week, leaving Americans with more questions than answers. Was this really breaking news to his medical team, or just to us? Today's episode digs into the suspicious timing, the convenient narrative shifts, and the uncomfortable question we’re all asking: How long have they been hiding this from the American people?As this story continues to unfold, we're left navigating a political landscape where truth seems optional and timing is everything. Th...
2025-05-2433 min
We've Got To TalkReligion, Identity & Social Media: Having IMPOSSIBLE Conversations in 2025Some topics feel impossible to discuss in 2025. They're too loaded, too painful, too complex. Today's episode tackles one of the most challenging: the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Through Nicole's personal journey as someone with Jewish heritage, we explore what happens when identity, politics, and humanity collide. No easy answers, just real conversation about issues that matter.For Nicole, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict isn't just headlines - it's personal. Growing up with a Jewish father and a Christian mother meant straddling two worlds, never quite belonging in either. Jewish enough to feel the sting of antisemitism, but not Jewish enough by...
2025-05-2130 min
We've Got To TalkIs Ozempic the wonder drug we need?Every woman knows that number. The one on the scale that determines if it's going to be a "good" day or a "bad" day. Today's episode strips away the Instagram filters and exposes the raw truth about weight obsession, body image, and the latest "miracle" drug everyone's talking about - Ozempic. From step aerobics in the 80s to modern-day weight loss shots, Nicole and Jolene confront the exhausting reality of living in a society obsessed with being thin.America's relationship with weight isn't just about health - it's about worth. It's about equating thinness with success, with...
2025-05-1438 min
We've Got To TalkWhy would a Christian woman vote for Trump? - your questions answeredEver wondered how a conservative Christian woman justifies voting for Donald Trump? Or how someone reconciles their faith with a leader whose behavior often raises eyebrows? Today, we're ripping off the band-aid and answering some of the questions that have been flooding our DMs. No sugar-coating, no dancing around the issues—just real talk about politics, faith, and those messy places where they collide.Here's the thing—whether you're nodding along or shaking your head, this conversation matters. We're peeling back the layers of assumptions that keep us divided and replacing them with something more valuable: understanding.
2025-05-0754 min