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Embodied Writing Warrior: Food Freedom, Creativity & Spiritual Reclamation132. In Honor Of The Barbie Movie - How To Simultaneously Transform Your Body & Slay The Patriarchy“A culture fixated on female thinness is not an obsession about female beauty, but an obsession about female obedience. Dieting is the most potent political sedative in women’s history; a quietly mad population is a tractable one.” - Naomi WolfTo celebrate the release of The Barbie Movie last month, we are doing a special episode on how you can simultaneously transform your body and slay the patriarchy.In today's society, it sometimes feel likes there are two distinct camps:1. The weight loss and body transformation camp, which can keep women...
2023-08-1634 min
GenXtemporaneousEpisode 93: Don't Cross the Streams: Ghostbusters, Politics, and the Female GazeThis is one of those rare episodes when Marc and Kristina disagree, and it shows. We discuss the surprising political message in Ghostbusters, the reason why it may not be what it seems, and the way the film holds up from the perspective of the female gaze 38 year after its release. If you would like more content from us, please visit our patreon (www.patreon.com/genxtemporaneous). We have lots of new episodes for you to binge there.
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Robertson, Derek. n.d. “The Weirdly Political Legacy of ‘Ghostbusters.’” POLITICO. Accessed July 6, 2022. https://www.politico.com/news/ma...
2022-07-0854 min
Permission to HealPermission to Heal Episode #54 - A Conversation with Erika Schickel about Childhood Trauma & The Big Hurt"It's not enough to protect children from predators. It's that we need to acknowledge the inherent worth of girls, why they are worth protecting why they are as important and as full of potential. It's genuine regard for the humanity of children. Learning how to raise our boys so that they don't grow up to be predators a hundred percent. For every victim, there is a predator." – Ericka SchickelErika Schickel - is the author of the new memoir The Big Hurt (2021) and You’re Not the Boss of Me...
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[ETHNICALLY] SPEAKINGS2E1: Are women forcing monogamy on men?Ethnically Speaking is back for Season 2 and the ladies are finally all in one room! In this episode, Monah, Nushy Rose, and Sophie Hannah discuss whether women are forcing monogamous relationships on men. Are there different expectations for men and women when it comes to monogamy? What role does sex play and are men using polyamorous relationships as an excuse to sleep around? Does science say humans are meant to be monogamous or is having one partner at a time an outdated concept dreamed up by society? The ladies are exploring all angles in this episode of Ethnically Speaking...
2021-11-1133 min
Feminist UtopiaFeminist Utopia E 82: LuLaRich & MLM MisogynyThe new documentary LuLa Rich on Amazon talks about the rise and fall of LuLaRoe which is a multi-level marketing scheme focused on fashion...more specifically 'buttery soft leggings'. The stunning levels of misogyny were only surpassed by the blatant capitalist worship all wrapped up in leggings and Christian imagery. RESEARCH:https://www.forbes.com/sites/christinecomaford/2021/06/26/what-people-really-think-about-females-in-leadership-infographics/?sh=6eae118d6606https://resumelab.com/career-advice/female-bosshttps://fundacionprolongar.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/State-of-the-Global-Workplace_Gallup-Report.pdfhttps://dailynorthwestern.com/2021/05/06...
2021-10-1835 min
Let's Keep It RealThe Big Hurt: We Are Not the Stories People Tell About UsGuest: Erika Schickel
Erika Schickel is the author of "The Big Hurt" (Hachette Books, 2021) and "You’re Not the Boss of Me: Adventures of a Modern Mom" (Kensington Books, 2007). She has taught memoir and essay writing at UCLA and privately. Her work has appeared in The Los Angeles Times, LA Weekly, LA City Beat, Salon, Ravishly, Tin House, Bust Magazine, and The LA Review of Books, among others. She lives in Altadena, California with her boyfriend.
To learn more about Erika and to get her book “The Big Hurt”, check out the following links:
Erika’s Website (where you can also fin...
2021-10-111h 04
Food Psych Podcast with Christy Harrison[Repost] #226: Aging and Ageism, Pretty Privilege, and Being Fat and Beautiful with Kimberly Dark, Sociologist and AuthorSociology professor, writer, and performer Kimberly Dark returns to the podcast to discuss her latest book, Fat, Pretty, and Soon to be Old; why appearance is a form of privilege; how ageism intersects with other oppressions; how diet culture has influenced our ideas about self-improvement; why women are often penalized for not wearing makeup; and so much more. Plus, Christy answers a listener question about how alcohol consumption fits into intuitive eating. (This episode originally aired on February 10, 2020.) Kimberly Dark is a writer, professor and raconteur, working to reveal the hidden architecture of everyday life so that...
2021-08-231h 18
Post Political PodcastPost Political Podcast - Episode 021: Cathy ReisenwitzCathy Reisenwitz has been published in The Week, Newsweek, Forbes, the Daily Beast, VICE Motherboard, Reason magazine, Talking Points Memo, Ravishly, Kink and Code and other publications. She is the VP of Comms for San Francisco Sex-Positive Democratic Club and a regular contributor to Exponents Magazine.
We'll be diving into Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, SESTA and FOSTA, and how best to protect and decriminalize sex work in the US.
2021-03-1046 min
The Soft Serve PodcastChanel Dubofsky: The Child-Free Choice.Chanel Dubofsky is a freelance writer with regular contributions to major feminist and cultural websites. Her writing on gender, sexuality, religion, popular culture and reproductive justice has been published i n Cosmopolitan, Rewire, Lilith, Extra Crispy, Ravishly, The Toast, The Frisky, Previously TV, The Billfold, The Forward, and others.
Chanel is also the creator of the Marriage Project, an interview series about marriage in the media, experience and imagination. She has an MFA i n Fiction from the Vermont College of Fine Arts.
Chanel i s here to talk to us about women who are child...
2021-02-241h 33
Absurd Real History"Cunt" with Lucy HaasThis week Saoirse Siné is joined by real life Australian Lucy Haas to talk about the history of cunt and why it shouldn't be a swear word.absurdrealhistory@gmail.com for any inquiriesBrought to you by Scream for IrelandEpisode Source Materialhttps://medium.com/@minagreen/a-brief-history-of-the-cunt-f9d54e5b6a53A Curious History of Sex, Kate Listerhttps://www.thejournal.ie/c-u-next-tuesday-club-night-dublin-cunt-997597-Jul2013/https://www.polysyllabic.com/?q=node/77https://www.britannica.com...
2021-02-091h 03
Recovery BitesOut of the Pantry with Ronni RobinsonABOUT RONNI ROBINSON:Ronni Robinson is a writer and indoor cycling instructor residing in the suburbs of Eastern Pennsylvania, where she lives with her husband in their newly minted empty nest, as both kids are off to college. With a passion for helping others who are struggling with eating disorders, Ronni’s first book, “Out of the Pantry: A Disordered Eating Journey,” offers a brutally honest glimpse into the trials, pervasive thoughts, and heartbreak of a compulsive overeater, and the courage and strength Ronni gained to live a life of food freedom. You can find R...
2020-12-2157 min
NotBasicBlonde PodcastForbes Interior Design Expert Sharing The Secrets Of Decorating a Jaw-Dropping Home On Budget - Meet Amanda LaurenIn this episode my guest, Amanda Lauren is sharing so many great ideas!
Major talking key points:
how to pitch to Forbes
how to get published in Forbes
the latest interior design trends
how to upgrade your rental on budget
how to buy art for your home
the easiest way to redecorate your bedroom
the secrets of decorating a jaw-dropping home
the best holiday trends to elevate your home
how to make your place more Instagrammable
interior design trends that are going away in 2020
interior design trends for 2021
how to upgrade your closet with a Zoom...
2020-11-171h 01
Fat. So?I want to break freeToday, Ameya and Pallavi talk about two very important things: fatphobia and fat liberation. If you've ever felt that your very existence as a fatso made you... less, that you needed to apologise for it, to disappear, if you hate fat bodies and reject them even though you have one, you're dealing with fatphobia. Why do we hate fat bodies so much? And what can we do about it? Listen now to find out.In this episode we discuss:
https://www.npr.org/transcripts/893006538https://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/fat-phobiahttps://www.sofiehagen.com/fat https...
2020-10-1841 min
Pants on or off?Pants On or Off: Eric ShapiroEric Shapiro is a writer and filmmaker. Called "the next Philip K. Dick" by author Kealan Patrick Burke, Shapiro is the author of six critically acclaimed fiction books, among them the novella "It's Only Temporary" (2005), which appeared on Nightmare Magazine's list of the Top 100 Horror Books, and numerous short stories published in anthologies alongside work by H.P. Lovecraft, Ray Bradbury, Stephen King, Chuck Palahniuk, and many others. His nonfiction articles have been published on The Daily Dot, Ravishly, and The Good Men Project.
His first feature film, "Rule of 3" (2010), won awards at the Fantasia International Film Fes...
2020-10-1415 min
Because You Were HomeEp 8. Any cult leaders, hit Grace up. (CockBoy)This week Grace and Eimear look at horror in art and art in horror.
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https://www.britannica.com/biography/Salvador-Dali
https://www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-britain/exhibition/gothic-nightmares-fuseli-blake-and-romantic-imagination/gothic
https://www.moma.org/artists/3692
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saturn_Devouring_His_Son#:~:text=Saturn%20Devouring%20His%20Son%20is,each%20one%20upon%20their%20birth.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Last_Judgment_(Fra_Angelico,_Florence)
https://www.hansmemling.org/Hell-C.-1485.html
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2020-10-041h 13
Not A Tomboy | Raising a Trans SonPRIDE MONTH IS HERE! | A Chat With Advocate, Author, and Activist Amber LeventryAmber is not only a dear friend of mine but they are a fierce activist for the LGBTQ+ community. We break down so many things from Amber's writing, to their sobriety journey, to their coming out journey...so much learning and vulnerability in this episode.
Amber is a queer, nonbinary writer and advocate. They are a parent to three kids, one who happens to be transgender. Their writing appears on The Next Family, Sammiches & Psych Meds, Babble, Ravishly, Longreads, and The Washington Post. They are a staff writer for Scary Mommy. They also run Family...
2020-06-2859 min
The One Day At A Time Recovery PodcastErin Khar, Recovery Advocate and Author of Strung OutWebsite: https://www.erinkhar.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinKharAuthor/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ErinKhar/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinkhar/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Strung-Out-Erin-Khar/dp/0778309738 Advice Column: https://ravishly.com/ask-erin-0
2020-06-171h 12
Get an Adaatude PodcastLet's Chat About What It's Like to be a Freelancer Writer + TV Show Host with Amanda LaurenI am super stoked to get to talk to Amanda Lauren today! Amanda has her hands in so many different pots and does really well at all of it - a little interior design, a lot of writing, YouTube, her new course, and everything in between. This episode really packs a punch because Amanda shares so much with us. Girl, do not miss this! We Discuss: A little bit about Amanda’s new course with Jen Jaden about being your own publicist The importance of PR as an influencer Amanda’s line of art with Art Sugar...
2020-06-1059 min
Peach, Please! PLUS SIZE COMMUNITY I SELF LOVE I FAT POSITIVITY I SIZE ACCEPTANCEEp 13 Wanderplus with Annette RichmondI am so excited to welcome Annette Richmond to the Peach, Please! Podcast! A self-proclaimed Fat Girl, Annette is a staunch supporter of the Body Positive Movement. Traveling is her latest obsession and she has visited 19 countries in the last three years and doesn’t plan on stopping (except for a minor setback called COVID-19). After seeing a lack of diversity and inclusivity in travel marketing and media she created Fat Girls Traveling. The Instagram profile grew into a community of over 19K that has transformed into a movement and made Annette a voice for Fa...
2020-06-031h 07
The Ebonistas PodcastEpisode 2 "I'm a Token, You're a Token"Tokenism. Oh, how we loathe thee. The ladies discuss the media's love/hate relationship with singling out individuals based on race, interests, body types, etc. Let's all get offended!Episode Release: May 11, 2020Platforms: Apple Podcasts; Audible; Spotify; Google Podcasts; iHeartRadio, Pandora, StitcherSources: Accessed Feb. 28, 2020 - April 25, 2020; Tokenism.; Magical Negro.; Urban Dictionary: token.;South Park Archives: Token Black.; Not Another Teen Movie (2001) - Imdb.; A Love Letter To The ‘Token’ Black Women I Grew Up With. So Sunken: Black Folks Who Are Ride Or Die For Trump.; JOURNAL ARTICLE Black Women Talk About Work...
2020-05-1138 minThe Ebonistas PodcastEpisode 2 "I'm a Token, You're a Token" - TrailerTokenism. Oh, how we loathe thee. The ladies discuss the media's love/hate relationship with singling out individuals based on race, interests, body types, etc. Let's all get offended!Episode Release: May 11, 2020Platforms: Apple Podcasts; Audible; Spotify; Google Podcasts; iHeartRadio, Pandora, StitcherSources: Accessed Feb. 28, 2020 - April 25, 2020; Tokenism.; Magical Negro.; Urban Dictionary: token.;South Park Archives: Token Black.; Not Another Teen Movie (2001) - Imdb.; A Love Letter To The ‘Token’ Black Women I Grew Up With. So Sunken: Black Folks Who Are Ride Or Die For Trump.; JOURNAL ARTICLE Black Women Talk About Work...
2020-05-0900 min
The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat! The Original Beverly Hills 90210 Podcast148 Pallavi Yetur & Erin Khar – Alone at the TopThis episode was recorded back in September 2019, when Kat was joined on location by our NYC co-host, writer and mental health professional Pallavi Yetur. We were very excited to interview 90210 superfan, author Erin Khar, whose memoir Strung Out: One Last Hit and Other Lies That Nearly Killed Me, debuted recently to great acclaim. Check out her Ravishly advice column “Ask Erin,” and the article that first brought her to our attention: “I Learned Everything About Relationships From Watching Beverly Hills, 90210.” Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, St...
2020-04-271h 41
Rediscovering PlayAdjusting to Homeschool Realities... with Gina Rich (Good Housekeeping) // Parenting During COVID-19In this episode, we speak with journalist, Gina Rich. Gina is a writer and mother of two in Wisconsin. You can find her work in the Washington Post, Good Housekeeping, Ravishly, and other publications. She enjoys writing about parenthood, mental health, and community-centered stories, and you can find out more about her and her work at lovehopeandcoffee.com or on Instagram @lovehopeandcoffee.
Gina speaks to us about what it's been like for her and her family as they've been adjusting to homeschooling during these new times of sheltering-at-home, and relays some tips to us that she's learned fr...
2020-04-2131 min
Homesteady - Stories of Living off the LandMOTHER SPENT THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS to get CAMEL MILK... WHY?Christina would do anything she could to help her son. But this seemed crazy.... Could camel milk help him?BUY CAMEL CRAZY HERE Christina Adams is an award-winning writer.She grew up on a Virginia farm where her family grew tobacco and hay and raised cattle, chickens, pigs and the occasional bee. She was active in 4-H and still visits farms today. She is the author of Camel Crazy (New World Library) and A Real Boy (Penguin), and a medical journal article on camel milk treatment for...
2020-03-2336 min
situation / storySTRUNG OUT w/Erin KharBe a fly on the wall for my conversation with the brilliant Erin Khar as we dig deep into mental health, addiction, and why we do the things we do, through the lens of her beautiful & painful memoir STRUNG OUT: ONE LAST HIT AND OTHER LIES THAT NEARLY KILLED ME. Her book is out this coming Tuesday, 2/25, so if you don't want any spoilers, don't tune in until after you read!Erin is known for her writing on addiction, recovery, mental health, relationships, parenting, infertility, and self-care. Her weekly advice column, Ask Erin, is published on...
2020-02-2446 minFood Psych Podcast with Christy Harrison#226: Aging and Ageism, Pretty Privilege, and Being Fat and Beautiful with Kimberly Dark, Sociologist and AuthorSociology professor, writer, and performer Kimberly Dark returns to the podcast to discuss her latest book, Fat, Pretty, and Soon to be Old; why appearance is a form of privilege; how ageism intersects with other oppressions; how diet culture has influenced our ideas about self-improvement; why women are often penalized for not wearing makeup; and so much more. Plus, Christy answers a listener question about how alcohol consumption fits into intuitive eating. Kimberly Dark is a writer, professor and raconteur, working to reveal the hidden architecture of everyday life so that we can reclaim our power as...
2020-02-101h 17
Rare Bird RadioIn Conversation... Carla Sameth and Erin KharCarla Sameth’s debut memoir, 'One Day on the Gold Line' was published July 18, 2019. Her work on blended/unblended, queer, biracial and single parenting appears in a variety of literary journals and anthologies including: Collateral Journal; The Nervous Breakdown, Brevity Blog, Brain, Child Magazine, Narratively, Longreads, Mutha Magazine, Tikkun, Entropy, and Pasadena Weekly. Carla’s essay, “If This Is So, Why Am I?” was selected as a notable for the 2019 Best American Essays. She writes about addiction, trauma and resilience with a sense of humor and connection to her readers. Carla was selected to be one of the 2019 Pride Poets with the...
2020-01-0337 min
League of Badass Women PodcastEpisode 12: Badasses on Gender Identity and the Words We Use to Define OurselvesLeague of Badass Women's Valerie Orth talks with Leah Peterson, a writer and health and wellness mentor, on the myriad words we use to describe our gender, sexuality and everything in between. This is Part 1 of a 2-part series featuring Leah Peterson.
*RESOURCES*
LEAH PETERSON, writer, mentor, queer, fluid, happy: www.leahblooms.com
RAVISHLY, I’m Genderfluid And Here’s What I’d Like You To Know: https://www.ravishly.com/im-genderfluid
MINDBODYGREEN, The Mental Health Implications Of Denying Someone's Gender:
https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/denying-transgender-people-identity-health-risk
2019-11-0600 min
Something (rather than nothing)Joanna C. ValenteJoanna C. Valente is a ghost who lives in Brooklyn, New York. Joanna is the author of Sirs & Madams (Aldrich Press, 2014), The Gods Are Dead (Deadly Chaps Press, 2015) Marys of the Sea (The Operating System, 2017), Xenos (Agape Editions, 2016), Sexting Ghosts (Unknown Press, 2018), and No(body) (Madhouse Press, 2019). They are the editor of A Shadow Map: Writing By Survivors of Sexual Assault (CCM, 2017), and received a MFA in writing at Sarah Lawrence College. Joanna is also the founder of Yes, Poetry, as well as the senior managing editor for Luna Luna Magazine and an editor for Civil Coping Mechanisms.
2019-08-211h 06
Something (rather than nothing)Episode 6 - Joanna C. ValenteJoanna C. Valente is a ghost who lives in Brooklyn, New York. Joanna is the author of Sirs & Madams (Aldrich Press, 2014), The Gods Are Dead (Deadly Chaps Press, 2015) Marys of the Sea (The Operating System, 2017), Xenos (Agape Editions, 2016), Sexting Ghosts (Unknown Press, 2018), and No(body) (Madhouse Press, 2019). They are the editor of A Shadow Map: Writing By Survivors of Sexual Assault (CCM, 2017), and received a MFA in writing at Sarah Lawrence College. Joanna is also the founder of Yes, Poetry, as well as the senior managing editor for Luna Luna Magazine and an editor for Civil Coping Mechanisms. Joanna has be...
2019-08-211h 06
Show Do Tell: A Reading Series & Art ReviewShow Do Tell: Christine Kandic Torres, Stephanie Laterza & Kay GramThe August edition of the Show Do Tell Reading Series! Featuring:
Kay Gram is a writer and editor based in NYC. Her work has been named a 2017 Best of the Net finalist and as a semifinalist for both the Fourth Annual TAR Chapbook Series and the Gazing Grain Press 2018 All-Genre Chapbook Contest. She is currently at work on a memoir about mental and physical illness, family, and the balance between holding on and letting go. For fun, she also writes fiction. Find her online at http://kaygram.com.
Stephanie Laterza is a writer and attorney from Brooklyn, NY. Stephanie is...
2019-08-161h 06
Go Help Yourself: A Comedy Self-Help Podcast to Make Life Suck LessFed Up: Emotional Labor, Women, and the Way Forward by Gemma HartleyThis week, Misty and Lisa are losing their minds because AUTHOR Gemma Hartley joins GHY as a special guest to discuss her book Fed Up: Emotional Labor, Women, and the Way Forward! Gemma Hartley is a writer, reporter, and author of the viral Harper's Bazaar article Women Aren't Nags -- We're Just Fed Up. She specializes in the subject areas of feminism, pop-culture, health & wellness, finance, budgeting, and mindfulness writing. Her work has been featured in outlets including Harper’s Bazaar, Women’s Health, Glamour, The Washington Post, CNBC, Redbook, Cosmopolitan, Good Housekeeping, Teen Vogue, and The Huffi...
2019-08-021h 08
Best Forevers: A Podcast for Kindred SpiritsPeople Pleasers with Ashley from Make it ModernAll people pleasers unite! Add this episode to your three-page “To Do” list and get to listening! Ashley from the Make it Modernpodcast joins Alysa this week to discuss people pleasers and friendship. We take a people pleaser quiz, share friendship scenarios that can help or hurt your friendships, and advice for all of us people pleasers out there. Listen to Make it Modern Podcast! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-it-modern/id1434441101 Follow Make it Modern Podcast! Facebook= https://www.facebook.com/MakeItModernPodcast/ Instagram= www.instagram.com/mim_podca...
2019-06-2853 min
Breaking Free: Your Recovery. Your Way.007 Liv's StoryIn this episode Liv shares her story, the trauma she suffered, and how she found recovery. She also talks about her decision to move to the US and how her recovery really flourished once she did. Liv has dedicated much of her time in recovery to sharing her journey, through her writing as a journalist and on her popular site Liv’s Recovery Kitchen, so that others have the resources to thrive in their recovery. You can find her articles across the web on podcasts and addiction recovery websites including The Fix, Ravishly, Recovery Campus, The Phoenix Spirit, and ST...
2019-06-1140 min
Shameless SexBonus Episode: Sex For Curvy Folks With Laura DelaratoLaura Delarato is a writer, video maker, body image activist artist and sex educator based in NYC. Her art and essays have appeared in Travel + Leisure, Refinery29, NBC, BeautyCon, Men’s Health, Huffpost, Allure, Ravishly, Revelist, Salty Mag, The Horizontal, and Le Wand and she has spoken on the topics of body image and wellness at Decoded Future Summit, ProjectHEAL, Body Politic NYC, The Brooklyn Sex Expo, and Fusion Academy. Her work is deeply planted within body politics, fitness, sex education and plus size representation. Follow Laura on Instagram at @heylauraheyyy where she posts about body acceptance, erotic art, and wellnes...
2019-05-1835 min
Leading in Color with Sarah MorganDiversity 365 with Dr. Kimya Dennis - Part 2 (Leading In Color - S1, Ep7)Dr. Kimya N. Dennis is the guest for this Leading in Color episode. Dr. Dennis is an educator, researcher, consultant, and community advocate specializing in mental health, suicide and suicidal self-harm, law enforcement, criminal justice system, sexual health and freedom, and reproductive health and freedom. This captures contributing demographic and cultural factors, demographic and cultural identities, and legality and illegality. The general population is reached with emphasis on underserved and underrepresented individuals, communities, and cultures. This is Part 2 of 2 featuring the conclusion of the episode Dr. Dennis. Be sure to listen to both parts to...
2019-05-1453 min
writing class radioFrom Pitch to PublicationsToday on our show we’re talking about pitching to publications, what to include in a query letter and all the homework you need to do before you pitch to an editor. Writer Baylea Jones shares her pitch and her story.We speak with Ravishly editor Erin Khar about what it was like to receive Baylea’s pitch, as well as why she chose Baylea’s story. Erin will also discuss the basic how-to’s for submitting stories for Ravishly and elsewhere.Writing Class Radio is a podcast where you’ll hear true personal stories and learn...
2019-04-1026 min
#The100DayProject: Explore Your Creativity#The100DayProject with Writer + Activist Virgie TovarVirgie Tovar is an author, activist, and one of the nation's leading experts and lecturers on fat discrimination and body image. She is the founder of Babecamp, a 4-week online course designed to help women who are ready to break up with diet culture. She started the hashtag campaign #LoseHateNotWeight and in 2018 gave a TedX talk on the origins of the campaign. She is a contributor for Forbes and pens a weekly column called Take the Cake on Ravishly.com. Tovar edited the anthology Hot & Heavy: Fierce Fat Girls on Life, Love and Fashion...
2019-04-0635 min
The Unanonymous PodcastEpisode 9: #SoberBridesFind our resources here:
https://destinationido.com/sober-wedding-guest-tips
https://ravishly.com/2015/05/31/5-tips-being-and-staying-sober-weddings
2019-03-1936 min
writing class radioHow to Stop Procrastinating and Write Your StoryOn this episode, we talk about procrastination. We also talk about speaking directly to the reader from a place of experience. And giving advice, which is really hard in a story and in life. If you're willing to be vulnerable, you can do it. We’re starting with a story by Jenni Berrett called You Aren’t Lazy--You’re Just Terrified: On Paralysis and Perfectionism. Jenni is a columnist at Ravishly, an online magazine that celebrates the mess of being human. Her story is relevant to all of us messy humans, especially the messy writers among us. W...
2019-03-1316 min
Travelers on TravelTravelers on Travel: 100 Things in Oakland with Writer Jessie Fetterling
Travel writer, editor, and proud Oaklander Jessie Fetterling. Jessie is a contributor to Time.com, Mother Earth News, The Press Democrat, Sonoma Magazine, and Ravishly.com, among many others. She’s also author of 100 Things to Do in Oakland Before You Die. Jessie gives us a comprehensive crash course on the many reasons why crossing the Bay Bridge is wonderfully worthwhile, for locals and tourists alike.Audio:iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play | Blubrry | RSS
2019-03-0646 minFood Psych Podcast with Christy Harrison#184: Why Diet Culture Is a Form of Oppression with Virgie Tovar, Fat-Discrimination and Body-Image ExpertActivist and author Virgie Tovar returns! We discuss her newest book, You Have the Right to Remain Fat; the intersections between fatphobia, sexism, and diet culture; how dieting is a form of oppression and assimilation; the influence of American history on diet culture; body liberation as a collective movement; and so much more! Plus, Christy answers a listener question about how to navigate the dating pool while working to accept your body and maintain your feminist values. Virgie Tovar is the author of You Have the Right to Remain Fat and is one of the nation's leading...
2019-02-041h 29
The Mindful Rebel® Podcast: Your Refuge for Personal GrowthEpisode 064 | Courage Through the Lens of Community, Leadership, and Anger with TaLynn KelEpisode 064 | Courage Through the Lens of Community, Leadership, and Anger with TaLynn Kel
Website: Talynnkel.com
IG/Twitter: @Talynnkel
TaLynn Kel is a writer, cosplayer, and podcaster in Atlanta, Georgia. She writes about racism, cosplay, inter- racial relationships, and pop culture fandom through the lens of social justice. She conducts panels on these topics at fandom conventions both in and out of Georgia.
Her cosplay and essays have been featured by NBC, Safety Pin Box, Black Girl Nerds, Fabulize Magazine, Ravishly.com, Brit & Co, Huffington Post, and Punk Black. TaLynn has self-published two essay books, Breaking Normal and Still Breaking...
2018-11-191h 00
Recovering Church Girls *Carrie Saum: Untangling the Effects of the Purity Culture on Identity, Self-Worth, Love, and LifeCarrie Saum, like so many of us, is more than just any one thing, any one label. She’s an author, a recipe creator, a cultivator of community for her project, Our Stable Table. She’s also a mom, a wife, and a survivor of the Purity Movement that swept the nation decades ago, which unfortunately, is still going strong in many circles.
Carrie takes us right to the heart of the matter, her identity as a fellow “poster child” in the church, leading the way in the Purity Culture amongst her friends and community. From the body ima...
2018-09-3000 minFood Psych Podcast with Christy Harrison#167: Food, Sex, and Body Liberation with Kimberly Dark, Sociology Professor and Author of "The Daddies"Sociology professor, writer, and performer Kimberly Dark joins us to discuss the connections between our relationship with food and our relationship with sex, the harms of “medically supervised” diets, how to view diet culture through a critical lens, how food can help connect us with our inner wisdom, and so much more! Plus, Christy answers a listener question about how to stop calorie counting and worrying about weight gain when transitioning to intuitive eating. Kimberly Dark is a writer, professor and raconteur, working to reveal the hidden architecture of everyday life one clever essay, poem, and story at a...
2018-09-241h 24
Cheat Day PodcastCheat Day X Cesar CummingsFeatured in such digital publications as FabUplus and Ravishly. The name Cesar Cummings is quickly becoming synonymous with the three F’s, fabulous, fearless, and fierce. The self-proclaimed Fat-shion Designer always makes a colorful splash along with his partner in crime and life, Kalvin. If whimsy is the name of the game, then Cesar Cummings is more likely the winner. Cheat Day welcomes Cesar Cummings and Kalvin Wong this week.
2018-09-0900 min
Han and Matt Know It All#82: Han and Matt Proceed With CautionHan and Matt tackle questions entirely from listeners in this special episode, including: Listener The Blissful Nether Lich: "Where Do We Draw the Line for Throwing Out the Whole Historical Figure?" New York Times: "Prestigious Laura Ingalls Wilder Award Renamed Over Racial Insensitivity" Slate: "The Far Right’s Pedophilia Smear Campaign Is Working" Ravishly: "How To Love Something And Also Hold It Accountable, From My Favorite Murder's Biggest Fan" Wil Williams on Parasocial Relationships Listener The Awful Anaconda: "I Work With a Known Predator and No One Will Kick the Motherfucker Out" New York Times: "Catholic Priests Abused 1,000 Chi...
2018-08-221h 05
Body KindnessYou Have the Right to Remain Fat (and be a fat ally) with Virgie TovarThis week I’m talking to author and fat activist Virgie Tovar about her new book You Have the Right to Remain Fat. Tune in as Virgie shares her manifesto for standing up to diet culture. Virgie Tovar is an author, activist and one of the nation's leading experts and lecturers on fat discrimination and body image. She is the founder of Babecamp, a 4-week online course designed to help women who are ready to break up with diet culture, and started the hashtag campaign #LoseHateNotWeight. Virgie has been featured by the New York Times, Tech...
2018-08-201h 05
The Bedroom PlaylistEp 1.03: Talk Dirty/Nerdy to MeAndrew and Angeline discuss the laws of magic, whether dirty talk in the bedroom has outside ramifications, and building up to being verbal with a partner. Hear snippets of James Joyce's sultry love letters to his wife, Nora, and an oscar-worthy performance of a segment we like to call "Sexting Gone Wrong."
Resources discussed:
Sophie Saint Thomas for QG, "How to Talk Dirty Without Being a Bad Man" (https://www.gq.com/story/how-to-talk-dirty-without-being-a-bad-man).
Ravishly, "Confession: I'm a Feminist. But I Like to Be Called 'Whore'" (https://ravishly.com/2014/09/30/confession-im-feminist-i-be-called-whore).
Reddit Thread: Dirty Talk 101 - Talking Dirty to a Girl...
2018-07-1158 min
All Possibilities with Julie Chan054 – Erin Khar – Writing and Living the TruthAddiction, recovery, mental health, relationships, parenting, infertility, and self-care…
Erin Khar (Managing Editor at Ravishly and author of the popular weekly advice column Ask Erin) joins guest host Jessica Brodkin [Episode 11] in the MouthMedia Network studios powered by Sennheiser.In this episode:
Khar’s addiction to heroin for 15 years starting at 13 years old, and how she didn’t look like drug addic,t had straight As, lots of friends, no warning signs, etc.
How her love for child was stronger than her hatred of self
Learning how to take care of herself and walking through shame and depression that drove to use...
2018-04-0941 min
Sarah Fader The Podcast100 percent 100th Episode With Evan Morgenstern & Aura Bishop @EvanJm02 @AurainBrooklynIt's our 100th episode! Learn more about everything. But is it actually episode 100? Find out the truth about Planned Parenthood and Ravishly.com, our sponsor!
2018-04-0733 min
Sarah Fader The PodcastWeekender With Evan Morgenstern @EvanJm02Evan and I discuss being versions of ourselves and I wear depression pajamas. We are proudly sponsored by Ravishly.com an awesome feminist website where you can read about mental health, humor, parenting, cats, and dogs! You can also get advice from Erin Khar on life and love. #AskErin @ErinKhar. We love @joniboloney the editor in chief!
2018-03-1729 min
Sarah Fader The PodcastAaron Reynolds and @EffinBirds Are Fucking HereAaron Reynolds makes a lot of weird stuff on the internet, he's the writer of @EffinBirds and @swear_trek and the curator of @BatLabels. In his spare time between being hilarious on social media, he's a software instructor, which is where most of his Effin' inspiration comes from. We talk about Batman the Animated series, and Stupid Hamlet too! www.effinbirds.com
The Sarah Fader Podcast is sponsored by Ravishly.com Go to Ravishly where feminism, humor, and fun can be found! www.ravishly.com Follow them @ravishlydotcom
2018-03-091h 08
Les Mains dans la pop#5 - Toutes hystériques !NOUVEAU - Abonnez-vous à Nouvelles Écoutes + pour profiter du catalogue Nouvelles Écoutes en intégralité et en avant premières, sans publicité. Vous aurez accès à des enquêtes, documentaires, séries et fictions exclusives passionnantes, comme « Au Nom du fils », « Roulette russe à Béziers », ou encore « Oussama Le Magnifique ». 👉 https://m.audiomeans.fr/s/S-dLCvHKUz
Pour ce cinquième épisode de Quoi de meuf, Clémentine Gallot et Mélanie Wanga se penchent sur la santé mentale. Dépression, post-partum ou encore charge mentale, ces syndromes concernent de nombreuses femmes : elles sont deux fois plus touchées par ces affections psychiques...
2018-02-1845 min
Sarah Fader The PodcastAsk Erin About Love Shit - With Erin Khar @ErinKharI talked to Erin Khar, Editor & Columnist of Ravishly.com. She writes a killer advice column called #AskErin. Ask her for advice on anything.
"Hi, I'm Erin.
I write about things like addiction, recovery, mental health, relationships, parenting, infertility, self-care, and my undying love for Beverly Hills, 90210. My work has been featured many places, including Marie Claire, SELF, Esquire, Cosmopolitan, The Manifest-Station, and Cosmonauts Avenue. My weekly advice column, Ask Erin, can be read on Ravishly. My latest project is a forthcoming memoir that follows my recovery from a 15-year struggle with heroin addiction, as I learned to let go...
2018-02-141h 07
Sarah Fader The PodcastI Feel High But I'm Not - Joni Edelman @RavishlyDotComI had the pleasure of interviewing Joni Edelman. She is a beautiful person who I have written for at Ravishly.com. Joni and I talk about psych meds, the word "fuck," the weirdest love story you will ever hear in your life and exes. Ravishly is now proudly sponsoring my podcast. Evan and I are so thrilled. Follow Joni @JoniBoloney on Twitter. Follow Ravishly @RavishlyDotCom.
Awkward third person bio: Joni M. Edelman is a body-positive feminist, wife, mom of five, editor in chief at ravishly(dot)com, (sometimes) RN.
You can find her relevant, relatable writing around the Internet. Subject...
2018-02-1053 min
Showgirl Sunday DinnerSGSD Episode 8 - Showgirl Favorite ThingsSHOWGIRL SUNDAY DINNER
Episode #8 - Showgril Favorite Things!
0:25- Showgirl Intros
Buttah Love - California’s Chocolate Buttah Babe
Sepia Jewel - The Seductress of Slay
Twirlisha Devine - The Balck Gold Goddess
1:03 Intro Quote - “I deserve” -Momma Dee
1:44- Sparkle & Shine
Burlesque Brunch SD, Laurel Dickman and her llist of 16 Plus and Curvy Burlesque Dancers on Ravishly- https://ravishly.com/curvy-burlesque-dancers?utm_source=facebook
Sepia’s Slayspiration- Slay being your own inspiration!
6:54- Burly Biz
Pink Royalty -Party planner and sex toys for Naughty Girl birthday parties, bachelorette parties or just because parties!!
Facebook: https://ravishly.com/curvy-burlesque-dancers?utm_sour...
2017-12-1900 min
Every Body | Reclaiming Body TalkBody in Culture - Kimberly Dark Body in Culture Kimberly Dark is a writer, sociologist, and raconteur, working to reveal the hidden architecture of everyday life one clever essay, poem, and story at a time. She uses humor, surprise and intimacy to help audiences discover their influences, and reclaim their power as social creators. She teaches in the graduate program in Sociological Practice at Cal State San Marcos. Kimberly Dark has written award-winning plays, facilitated and performed for a wide range of audiences in various countries over the past two decades. Her essays appear in popular online publications such as Everyday Fe...
2017-11-2143 min
Things We're Too Lazy To Blog AboutAmy Dresner Gets Down And Dirty About Staying CleanAmy Dresner is our guest this week. A brilliant writer, her new book My Fair Junkie: A Memoir of Getting Dirty and Staying Clean hilariously chronicles what happens when a princess from Beverly Hills gets addicted to drugs, lands in jail and then is forced to do community labor aka picking up garage on the street (in a uniform—yes, she had gloves). Even if you’ve never overcome addiction, you will relate to her story. Don’t worry—this episode isn’t a downer. Amy is hilarious!
Buy Amy’s Book (We Know You We’re Planning On It)
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2017-10-021h 01
Perfectly Imperfect with Christine and Regina#27 - Procrastinating PerfectionEver feel the need to have and do everything as perfectly as possible? So no one will judge you? So you don't disappoint your parents? So you live up to your own expectations?
Because of your fear of failure, you never started that project you've always talked about or finished the ending to that script you've been working on for the past 6 months. Fear paralyzes us. We become terrified that the product isn't good enough or what we envisioned. It's that little voice in our head that constantly reminds us that we could have been more.
So how do you...
2017-08-2926 min
JAXA i ????????How to Monetize and InspireAli Levine & Amanda Lauren
Ali Levine is New York’s hot shot turned Hollywood “it girl” for fashion styling! Known for her “on set styling” for L.A.’s hottest television shows, she can also be found dressing the A-list stars heading to the biggest red carpet events. Some of her celebrities she works with include Lisa Vanderpump, Lisa Edelstein, Grace Vanderwaal, Scheana Shea, Jules Tucker, Jillian Rose Reed, Rita Wilson and the list goes on. Ali Levine is an influential fashion blogger, on-camera fashion expert, TV personality and has her own digital channel through Own Zones. Ali Levine also believes in of...
2017-08-0137 min
Secret Feminist AgendaEpisode 1.1 Eyeliner & Astrology with Xine YaoIt’s here! The first official episode! Join me as I talk cut-creases, deadlifting, and ill-advised teenage atheism with academic and podcaster Xine Yao. If you want more to read/listen to on these topics, here are some suggestions:
Check out Virgie Tovar’s Take the Cake column on Ravishly
Learn more about What We Mean When We Say Femme over on Autostraddle
Read Why Do Queers Love Astrology by Chani Nicholas
Listen to Xine’s podcast PhDivas!
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2017-07-1427 minSecret Feminist AgendaEpisode 1.1 Eyeliner & Astrology with Xine YaoIt’s here! The first official episode! Join me as I talk cut-creases, deadlifting, and ill-advised teenage atheism with academic and podcaster Xine Yao. If you want more to read/listen to on these topics, here are some suggestions:
Check out Virgie Tovar’s Take the Cake column on Ravishly
Learn more about What We Mean When We Say Femme over on Autostraddle
Read Why Do Queers Love Astrology by Chani Nicholas
Listen to Xine’s podcast PhDivas!
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2017-07-1400 minDr. Hannah McGregor – Secret Feminist AgendaEpisode 1.1 Eyeliner & Astrology with Xine YaoIt’s here! The first official episode! Join me as I talk cut-creases, deadlifting, and ill-advised teenage atheism with academic and podcaster Xine Yao. If you want more to read/listen to on these topics, here are some suggestions: Check out Virgie Tovar’s Take the Cake column on Ravishly Learn more about What We Mean When We … Continue reading Episode 1.1 Eyeliner & Astrology with Xine Yao
2017-07-1400 min
The Comedy Cellar: Live from the TableRachel Feinstein, Leonard Ouzts, and Gigi EngleRachel Feinstein is a prominent standup comedian who may frequently be seen performing at the Comedy Cellar. Leonard Ouzts is a prominent standup comedian and star of the new MTV show "Safeword." He may frequently be seen performing at the Comedy Cellar. Gigi Engle is a writer and sex educator. She writes for Teen Vogue, Marie Claire, Glamour, Bustle, and Ravishly. She is the author of the recent Teen Vogue article, "How to Masturbate If You Have a Vagina."
2017-07-1447 min
Liz on Biz® with Liz TheresaE12 – Sarah Vance – Shattering Self-Doubt & Writing with HonestySarah Vance is a body image coach who specializes in helping women banish body hate and get a handle on emotional eating. She is a contributing writer for Ravishly and FabUPlus Magazine as well as the sponsored athlete for SuperFit Hero, a size-inclusive athletic apparel line. Sarah has been interviewed in a variety of podcasts including Nia Shanks, Finding our Hunger, Rebooted Body Podcast, SexyFit Podcast, Real Health Radio, Fearless Rebelle Radio, among others.Sarah's websiteBreaking Boundaries, her programReclaiming You, her podcastShow notes:[2:01] A glimpse into what Sarah does[4:12] “A lot of individuals who start their...
2016-12-0735 min
Aufnerden - der steirische NerdpodcastS02E22: Ghostbusters & gender – cross the streams?Happy Halloween! Zugegeben, wir sind zwei Wochen zu spät dran, aber manchmal tut es auch gut wenn man sich Zeit lässt. Dies gilt vor allem für das Thema dieser Episode: den medialen Staub den das “all female” Ghostbusters-Remake dieses Jahr aufgewirbelt hatte wollten wir erst einmal aus sicherer Distanz beim Legen zusehen. Und so begeben wir uns mit frisch geladenen Pronomen, äh, Protonen-Packs beherzt aber bedacht in ein Gespräch rund um die komplexe Thematik “Gender” in Fakt, Fiktion und den (sozialen) Medien, die beides gerne mal vermischen. In “Wir müssen reden” haben wir u.a. die große Freude d...
2016-11-141h 28
CooperTalkAmanda Lauren - Episode 532Steve Cooper talks with writer Amanda Lauren. Amanda calls herself a “Jackie of All Trades, Marilyn of None” and has written about everything from sex to socks. Her articles have been featured on Mashable, LA Weekly, She Knows, After Party Magazine, Ravishly, Your Tango, The Gloss, Cheat Sheet, Xo Jane, Huff Po, No Tofu, Psychology Today (her therapist was so proud) and Salon among other sites. She has also been seen on Good Morning America, Fox and Friends and been heard on various podcasts across the internet.
2016-07-131h 00
Since Right Now16.16: Nancy Carr / Last Call“I didn't come crawling into an AA meeting thinking, ‘Oh, I've got to quit drinking.’”—Nancy on denials last gasp.
Inspired by writers she admired for their honesty and grit—Joyce Maynard, Augusten Burroughs, Anne Lamott and Kelly Corrigan—Nancy started writing more and more and by early 2005 had compiled a 250 page manuscript for her own memoir, Last Call: A Memoir.
On her blog, also Last Call, she blogs about recovery, alcoholism, addiction, family, love and her four-legged child, Lucy.
Nancy’s work has appeared on The Fix, The Real Edition, XO Jane and Ravishly, as well as numerous recovery and addiction we...
2016-04-271h 07
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview With Raquel Castro: Actress & Singer-SongwriterGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews Ben Affleck's adorable daughter, played by the even more adorable Raquel Castro, in Jersey Girl. Now 21 years old, this young lady has emerged from her childhood and teens as a mature, savvy entertainer.... both on-camera and in the recording studio. We spoke about her start in the business, experiences as a child actor working with J-Lo, and why she refuses to let anyone else dictate her identity as a musical artist.
2015-12-1601 min
New Human Living podcastSungazing with Holly FoxSend us a textPlease join us for this week's show, featuring Holly Fox on the ancient art and topic of Sungazing.Holly is a writer. She is also an editor for Ravishly.com. Holly consults on various media projects ranging from online, development, film production and television. Her articles have been published on Huffington Post, Yahoo!, The Glow, Ravishly and the Good Men Project.Holly is also the proud author of an e-book: Miracle Mindfulness: A Guide to A Course in Miracles Workbook For Students, Lessons 1-220. If you are a student studying ACIM this book is for...
2015-12-1000 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Sophie Donelson: Editor-In-Chief, House Beautiful MagazineGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews Sophie Donelson, the new Editor-in-Chief of House Beautiful Magazine, the nation's oldest and best-known interior design magazine. Since taking the role earlier this year, Sophie's artistic vision, stylistic sensibilities and passion for her job have taken House Beautiful to new heights.
2015-12-0318 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview With Zuri Hall: American TV Personality, E! News CorrespondentGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews Zuri Hall, the #ALPHABABE blogger, Emmy-award winner and E! News correspondent. We chatted it up about her road to success and exactly what it takes to make it in her world these days.
2015-11-2020 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview With Tess Henley: Soul Singer-SongwriterHow does a would-be songstress from Kent, Washington know that she's destined for greatness? Step 1: receive a lifetime of encouragement from a musical family. Step 2: Become an accomplished pianist starting at the age of 3. Step 3: Unleash your undeniable songwriting and performing talent unto the world, win high profile national competitions and earn opportunities to open for R&B icon Jill Scott and work with legendary producer Don Was. Now on our throughout the nation, we spoke to Henley about her soulful success thus far in her career.
2015-11-1319 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Barbie Blank: American Model, Former WWE WrestlerGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews 28-year old Barbie Blank (better known to wrestling fans as "Kelly Kelly"), an active youth who is living the life of stardom. From success as a fitness model to worldwide fame with World Wrestling Entertainment, Barbie's can-do attitude and natural charisma has made her a popular commodity, further evidenced by her reality-TV success on E!'s "WAGS". We chatted with her about her commitment to fitness, her transition away from wrestling, and her crazy career.
2015-11-0417 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Lilian Garcia: WWE Ring Announcer, SingerGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews WWE's most popular ring announcer, the always-smiling Lilian Garcia, who has been the welcoming link between the show and it's fans for all of these years; introducing us to our favorite stars, singing the National Anthem before many events and generally making the wild world of sports-entertainment a friendlier place. We chatted with Lilian about scoring the gig, facing her fears, and becoming the most well-rounded live performer on television today.
2015-09-1725 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview With Lea DeLaria: Actress, Musician, Broadway PerformerJoni Edelman of Ravishly.com interviews "Orange Is The New Black" star Lea DeLaria about everything from the show to body image to David Bowie's package. Tune in for some belly laughs and fun facts.
2015-08-2627 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Chanel Preston: Adult Film Star, Sex EducatorGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews Chanel Preston, the adult film star, and brains behind
the sex education-based web series, "Naked With Chanel." Covered by mainstream outlets like Cosmopolitan, the series examines how our society and upbringing influence ideas about sex. A veteran of Penthouse and multiple-time award winner, Preston has never had a shortage of things to discuss, and we held her to it in this fun convo.
2015-08-1318 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Casey Calvert: Jewish Porn StarGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews young award-winning porn star Casey Calvert. Who would have guessed her first major accomplishment in life was her Bat Mitzvah? Yup, this shy girl who went to synagogue every week with her conservative family found her way to fetish modeling and, eventually, adult film stardom. We spoke to her about stereotypes, breaking free from cultural restrictions, and being the girl that Jewish Men want to take home to mom.
2015-07-0921 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesLisa Jakub: Canadian-American Writer, Former Child ActressAs a prominent face in ever-popular 90's flicks like Mrs. Doubtfire and Independence Day, Lisa Jakub made an everlasting impression on us early in her acting career. Why then, after all of that exposure and potential for even greater big-screen success, did she decide to walk away from it all? In her new tell-all, "You Look Like That Girl", Lisa finally comes clean with the truth, the whole truth and, well, a whole lot more. We spoke to her about her incredible journey and decision to follow her true passion.
2015-07-0219 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Olivia D'abo: "The Wonder Years" actressGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews Olivia D'abo aka Karen Arnold, Fred Savage’s feisty big sister on “The Wonder Years." she’s also a UK native, a recording artist who once recorded with Jon Bon Jovi, and a former family friend of Elton John’s.
2015-06-1825 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Christine Lakin: "Step By Step" ActressGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews the uber-talented Christine Lakin, best known for seven successful seasons playing youngest daughter Alicia "Al" Lambert on ABC's hit family sitcom, "Step By Step". Now a successful TV host, actress and voiceover artist, Christine is busier and more in-demand than ever... but the journey certainly wasn't easy.
2015-06-1115 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Abbey MacDonald: Head of Digital Acquisitions at LAFF, ComedienneAs the Director of Digital Acquisitions at LAFF, a brand-new network that curates comedy with a female flair, Abbey MacDonald certainly understands the importance of satisfying a target audience with high-quality material. We discussed how this network came to be, where it’s going, and why you can just buy an antenna and throw away your cable boxes right now. And what the ladies are laughing at these days.
2015-06-0419 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Katie LinendollGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews Emmy-winning TV personality and tech expert Katie Linendoll. You can catch her everywhere from the Today Show to SiriusXM radio, chatting it up about the latest toys and gadgets that can actually affect your everyday life.
2015-05-2117 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Story Daniels: Adult Film Star, DirectorGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews Stormy Daniels, to talk about the business side of the industry. One of adult film's most influential people, both in front of and behind the camera, Stormy's directorial efforts have placed her front and center in the war against piracy that has affected every facet of the entertainment world.
2015-05-0722 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Nicole Bilderback: Korean-American ActressYou may now know the name, but you definitely know the face. Nicole Bilderback is remembered for roles in some of the most popular movies of the 90's ("Clueless", "Can't Hardly Wait", "Bring It On"). Now an accomplished young veteran of the big and small screens, Nicole and I hopped in the time machine and revisited the iconic period of teen comedy greatness, the 90's.
2015-04-3020 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Jennifer Cassetta: Self-Defense ExpertGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews self-defense expert Jennifer Cassetta who proves you don't have to sacrifice your sense of fashion to fend for yourself. In fact, her book - "Stilettos & Self-Defense" -is all about how to incorporate your style into your fighting techniques, using everyday items as weapons that can fend off attackers. A veteran of the "Today Show", "The Doctors" and countless other national outlets, Cassetta incorporates themes of fitness and nutrition to encourage a sense of empowerment in women to help alleviate their worst threat of all: fear.
2015-04-2319 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Lisa Loeb: American Singer, SongwriterGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews the fondly-remembered 90's icon, Lisa Loeb. She's a singer, songwriter, and much more than the sweet girl-next-door who launched "Stay" into the pop stratosphere. Listen in as we talk about her highs, lows and how to make a friggin' buck in music these days.
2015-04-1625 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas: American SingerGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews Rozonda Thomas, better known to fans of TLC as "Chilli" -- and at 44-years old, she’s still in better shape than most people 20 years her junior. As she prepares to embark on TLC’s first full tour in 15 years (alongside NKOTB), we chatted with Chill about changes in the music industry throughout her career, crazy times on the road, and her lifelong desire to wrestle men!
2015-04-0918 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Katrina Waters: Professional WrestlerGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews Katarina Waters aka Katie Lea Burchill (in the WWE) or Winter (in TNA) to get her opinion on the treatment of women on WWE TV. Walkers talks about this in addition to her memories of her time as both a WWE "Diva" and a TNA "Knockout" and opinions on the growing intergender wrestling trend.
2015-04-0219 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Nina Hartley: Adult Film Star, FeministGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews one of the most enduring and legendary adult film stars in the history of the game, but she's also an accomplished director, sex educator, sex-positive feminist, and author. We caught up with Nina to chat about "50 Shades of Gray", keeping sex alive in your relationship, and getting down and dirty.
2015-03-0524 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Laurel House: Dating Coach & AuthorGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews Laurel House, relationship expert, dating coach and MTV/internet personality. Her books, digital offerings and personalized services have helped millions rethink and refine their approach to relationships.
2015-02-2426 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Alexandra Paul: "Baywatch" Star and American ActressGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews Alexandra Paul, or as you may remember her, Lt. Stephanie Holden from “Baywatch." In real life, however, Alexandra Paul is much more than a one-piece bathing suit and a floatation device. Starring in over seventy films and TV shows, this 51-year old dynamo has managed to keep up a superhuman fitness lifestyle all while being a social activist, courageously railing against global overpopulation and animal cruelty.
2015-02-1922 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Jayden Jaymes: Porn StarGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews Jayden Jaymes, a world-famous adult film star still in her prime. Jayden's itinerary is about presentation and professionalism, not on-camera performance. Still, what types of lessons about career direction and decorum does Jaymes provide? Listen and learn...
2015-02-0419 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Tiffany: American SingerGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews the 80's singer that made us all dance...at malls, no less. How could we NOT have fallen in love with pop queen Tiffany? In 2015, the somewhat older & wiser star continues to make music and tour while embracing her pop roots and media-driven "feud" with grace and humor. We caught up with her and chatted about her love of country, her buddy Deborah, and surviving the age of excess.
2015-02-0417 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Alison Sweeney of "The Biggest Loser"Gerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews Alison Sweeney, the longtime fixture on "Days of our Lives", whose soap-opera struggles were nothing compared to her real-life battles with self-esteem, fitness and the superficial standards that come with being in front of the camera. Her healthful journey (and subsequent tell-all book) not only inspired the masses; it also led to her most well-known gig yet: hosting "The Biggest Loser", the reality weight-loss competition that wraps up it's current season with it's huge finale on Thursday, January 29th. Alison speaks about her insane schedule, the thought process that finally enabled her to make...
2015-01-2319 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Taryn Terrell: Wrestling Knockouts ChampionGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews the current KO champion, Teryn Terill, who is both gorgeous and capable... a fantastic ambassador for what women's wrestling can be. We speak to her about her path to the ring, earning respect from fans and peers, and being a mom.
2015-01-0721 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Denise Austin: American Fitness InstructorGerry Strauss interviews the superwoman who helped revolutionize fitness through our TV's, VCR's and DVD players... and now, she's gone digital. Denise Austin has worked out with everyone from the common man to the President, and her new 10-week plan brings her back into your life via your laptop, smartphone or other streaming devices... think of it as a healthier Hulu. We spoke to Denise about her amazing and enduring career, how she maintains her tremendous shape as she gets older, and why she still approaches all aspects of her life with a sense of moderation.
2015-01-0716 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Misty Stone: Porn StarGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews the smart, sassy, sexy Misty Stone. She's not some fly-by-night pop star or one of those brats from the Disney Channel... she's one of the most popular porn stars on the freakin' planet, and she has no reservations about the facts that she sells sex for a living. Admit it, she's kind of your hero, so take a listen and learn why this badass has thrived in the cutthroat world of adult films.
2014-12-2924 min
Ravishly.com's Podcast SeriesInterview with Molly Hagan: American ActressGerry Strauss of Ravishly.com interviews American Actress, Molly Hagan, known for her role in "Some Kind of Wonderful" and "Herman's Head" (and more). Molly shares stories about navigating a long and still-growing acting career, following her heart, and... yearning to be British?
2014-11-1937 min