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The School for Disrupters3.4: "Vulnerability"When is the last time you were truly vulnerable? And, how does vulnerability show up in your life both in what you share and what you receive? In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah sit down to talk about the (sometimes scary) world of vulnerability. They shoutout some great resources and learnings from the SFD community. Thank you for listening and being here!2022-12-0236 minThe School for Disrupters3.3: "Persistence"What does it mean to persist and find the courage to continue when it's hard? And, when should you hit the brakes and change directions? In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah break down the idea of "persistence." They share their own struggles with persisting and strategies for pivoting when, (as Kimberly says), "the math ain't mathin'" Listen to be encouraged and hear the disrupter sisters fumble their way through sports analogies. 2022-11-1828 minThe School for Disrupters3.2: "Optimism"Is optimism the same thing as hope? Is there such a thing as an optimistic disposition? In this episode of School for Disrupters, Kimberly and Sarah break down the word "optimism": as a way to ground ourselves in the future, as north star, and as a type of protest. They talk about strategies for dealing with toxic negativity and share their thoughts on grounding the future generation in realistic optimism. 2022-10-2035 min
The School for Disrupters3.1: "Intention"The Disrupter Sisters are BACK! In this first episode of season three, Kimberly and Sarah unpack the word "intention." What does it mean to start your day with specific intentions? How do you cultivate intentions and learn to let go when the future is unclear? They talk about Kimberly's recent career shift and the things that hold them back from living in line with their intentions. 2022-09-3036 min
The School for Disrupters2.13: "Love" Part IIIWhat does transformation have to do with love? How can you be anchored to another person while free to explore new versions of yourself? And, what do we do when love doesn't work out the way we planned? In this FINAL episode of season 2, Kimberly and Sarah dig into transformation as it connects with love. They dig deep into hard emotions and through laughter and some tears, connect over how to make bold choices to live and love. 2022-06-1030 minThe School for Disrupters2.12: "Love" Part IIIt's the second part of our three part series on love. In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah sit down to talk about love in the context of friendship. What can friendship love offer us? And, how do we know when it's time to let a friend go? They talk about the good, the beautiful, and the ugly of deep friendships. 2022-05-0632 minThe School for Disrupters2.11: "Love" Part IHow do you speak to yourself? How do you treat yourself? Today, we’re starting a three part series on “Love” and we’re starting with us. Listen in and learn why the term “self love” rubs Sarah the wrong way and how Kimberly reframes it to send a powerful message. If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of negative self talk or doubting your brilliance, this is a must listen.2022-03-2525 minThe School for Disrupters2.10: "Courage"What does it mean to be courageous? In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah unpack the word "courage" and how being courageous is a personal practice. Listen and learn how a trip on the El taught Sarah to be more courageous in loving vulnerable people. And, learn how Kimberly is aiming to have courage in her own life. This episode is thoughtful, tender and inspiring. 2022-02-2835 minThe School for Disrupters2.9: "Surrender"What does it mean to surrender? In this week's episode, Kimberly and Sarah unpack the word that sounds so easy but is incredibly difficult to embrace. They share their biggest struggles to surrender, reflect on "surrender wins" (while diving into body image), and spend time to pause and reflect. This episode is full of thoughtfulness, laughter, and joy. 2022-02-1134 minThe School for Disrupters2.8: "Crisis"In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah dive into the word, "crisis." They talk about the dual nature of crisis (the breaking and the blooming), and how we show up when people we love are in crisis. Kimberly talks about "green screening" our lives and Sarah digs into places we go to avoid crisis. Finally, they end with conversations for the kids about crisis. This is a heartfelt, must-listen episode. 2022-01-2833 minThe School for DisruptersEpisode 2.7: "PEACE"We are ending 2021 talking about a word we want to embrace as we move into a new year. In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah unpack the idea of peace and the common threats to our peace (like social media). They give practical advice for mining the past year to develop clarity and hopefully, peace! 2021-12-2333 minThe School for DisruptersEpisode 2.6: "Tribe"The idea of tribe is embedded in us as humans; we are people made for social connection. Who makes up your tribe? And, what actions are you taking to expand your tribe to center your own personal growth? In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah talk about their tribes and the incredible music they make. They discuss how to make friends as adults and how to make edits, too. 2021-12-1035 minThe School for DisruptersEpisode 2.5: "Generosity"In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah talk all about generosity. What does it mean to be a generous person? How do we receive generosity? And, they did into the idea of cultivating the beauty you want to see in the world through word and actions. This is a must listen for anyone wanting to pursue meaning in the midst of consumerism and societal pressure. 2021-12-0334 minThe School for DisruptersEpisode 2.4: "Milestone"We are BACK with a brand new SFD episode. After a long and much-needed hiatus from recording conversations, Kimberly and Sarah are celebrating a very special milestone together. In this episode, they talk about the pressure around milestones, their favorite birthday gifts, and what the kids should know about keeping track of goals and reflecting on their past histories. 2021-10-2736 minThe School for DisruptersEpisode 2.3: "Grief"Grief. What is grief and how do you move through it? In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah reflect on their past experiences with grief, the collective grief of 2020, and what it means to show up for people who are grieving. This conversation is raw and heartfelt. It ends with ideas for talking to kids about grief and being better at grieving and allowing for healing to happen. 2021-05-1236 minThe School for DisruptersEpisode 2.2: "Justice"What is justice? Is the justice system really a justice system? And, when we work on creating a more just society, where can we start? In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah discuss their thoughts on justice, the role of grace and restoration, and their personal experiences with unjust treatment. They share some ideas for creating more just spaces and doing the inner work needed to move forward. 2021-05-0541 minThe School for DisruptersEpisode 2.1: "Pleasure"What do you think of when you hear the word "pleasure"? What are the things that bring you pleasure? In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah dive into this topic and alllll of the things that go with it. From the simple pleasures of childhood to pursuing pleasure as an adult and re-calibrating their view of their bodies, they break down common thoughts around pleasure and how they're trying to embrace a pleasure-filled life. 2021-04-2838 minThe School for DisruptersEpisode 16: Reflections on Season 1In this final episode of Season 1, Kimberly and Sarah sit down to answer listeners' questions and reflect on the first season. They talk about their biggest takeaways, moments of learning, and favorite guests! And, listen for a sneak peek of what is to come in season 2. You won't want to miss it! 2021-03-0147 minThe School for DisruptersEpisode 15: "Teacher"What does it mean to be a teacher? In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah talk all about the art of teaching and how their separate journeys brought them to the classroom. They describe the wins, fails, and laughs that characterized their first few years as educators and what they think makes a teacher truly effective. Listen as they share their takeaways for the kids and all those listening in and thinking about the place and power of this profession. 2021-02-0148 minThe School for DisruptersEpisode 14: Meet the Disrupter: Dom MillerIn this episode, Kimberly and Sarah sit down with Dom Miller, chief of staff for Philadelphia Councilman Isaiah Thomas. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Dom believes that government can truly be for the people and of the people. She shares her thoughts on progress in Philly and what it's like to run a staff of folks that come from a variety of backgrounds. You can find out more about Dom and the incredible work she is doing via Instagram @_dommiller.2021-01-2543 minThe School for DisruptersEpisode 13: "America"In light of the events of recent weeks, Kimberly and Sarah tackle the idea of "America" and what it means to be American right now. They unpack leadership, reconciliation, and what it means to speak up when it feels uncomfortable to do so (Kimberly even coaches Sarah through saying what she really feels). In the end, they reflect on what we need to tell the kids about America and the responsibility of privilege. 2021-01-1747 min
The School for DisruptersEpisode 12: Meet the Disrupter: Rebecca Aronow of House Cat PresentsIn this installment of "Meet the Disrupter," Kimberly and Sarah sit down with Rebecca Aronow. Rebecca is the person behind "House Cat Presents," the inclusive and forward-thinking event promotion and production company. House Cat "aims to curate comfortable, safe, accessible events centered around community care and abolition." In this episode, they discuss Rebecca's path to starting their largest event series, "the Feminist Flea Market and Craft Fair," and the ways they are trying to disrupt the event promotion space. You can find out more about Rebecca's work at www.housecatpresents.com and www.feministflea.com. 2021-01-1036 minThe School for DisruptersEpisode 11: "Start"In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah unpack what it means to "start" something-- a passion project, a personal goal, a way of being. They delve into challenging others' expectations, connecting with community, and how incremental steps can lead to something big. Grab a cup of tea and a notebook and reflect on the year behind as you plan for all the things you want to start in 2021. 2021-01-0440 minThe School for DisruptersEpisode 10: "Rest"Rest: to cease work or movement to recover... What does it mean to rest? In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah discuss the importance of rest and tangible ways they are trying to pursue rest during the winter break and as we approach a new year. Both Kimberly and Sarah struggle to press pause but recognize the importance of play, hobbies, and yes, even some trashy television. 2020-12-2742 min
The School for DisruptersEpisode 9: Meet the Disrupter, Jean-Jacques GabrielIn this episode, Kimberly and Sarah sit down with Jean-Jacques (@heyjeanjacques) to talk about the ways he is bringing equity and access to his yoga community. As both practitioner and teacher, Jean-Jacques has spent years learning the practice of yoga and bringing it to people of all ages and abilities. This beautiful conversation centers on the notions of space, peace within our bodies, and inclusivity within the yoga industry. You can catch up with Jean-Jacques and his work at http://www.jeanjacquesgabriel.com/. 2020-12-2046 minThe School for DisruptersEpisode 8: "Failure"How do we define failure? How can past failures shape our future? In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah dig into the word that makes many of us cringe. In the end, they discover that failure is what you make of it and that comparison might be the key to unlocking the things we’re striving for.2020-12-1348 min
The School for DisruptersEpisode 7: Meet the Disrupter, Drew Alexander Forde of @thatviolakidIn our second installment of “meet the disrupter,” we sat down with Drew Alexander Forde (aka @thatviolakid) to talk about life as a classically trained violist. Drew is pushing boundaries as an entrepreneur, conscientious content creator, and incredibly gifted musician. Listen in to learn more about what makes this viola kid so special and what he would tell the kids about disruption.2020-12-0643 minThe School for DisruptersEpisode 6: "Success"When we talk about success, what are our metrics? And, can we be successful in one area but struggle in another? In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah breakdown the idea of success--in parenting, in running a business, and in life. The show ends with the ever-important, "What do we tell the kids about success?"
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The School for DisruptersEpisode 5: Meet the Disrupter, Tess Hart from Triple Bottom BrewingIn the inaugural episode of “Meet the Disrupter,” Sarah and Kimberly sit down with Tess Hart from Triple Bottom Brewing in Philadephia, PA. They discuss what it means to be a disrupter in the brewery space and how Tess’ childhood experiences propelled her towards issues of justice and equity.2020-11-1541 minThe School for DisruptersEpisode 4: "Strategy"What does it mean to strategize? In business? In life? In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah dig into strategy: how to say no, how to plan for the future, and what to tell the kids. 2020-11-0840 minThe School for DisruptersEpisode 3: "Endurance"What does it mean to endure? What's required for endurance? In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah unpack endurance during what feels like a hard time- politically, socially, and personally. They share their perspectives on endurance and what is needed for long-term wellness and hope for the future. 2020-11-0144 min
The School for DisruptersEpisode 2: "Identity"Let's get right down to it: Who gets to decide how we identify? Our parents? Our partners? Well hopefully, not forever. In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah tackle "identity" and some of the baggage that comes with nailing down a fixed identity (or choosing one that changes). They talk about faith, families, and the never-ending quest to evolve.2020-10-2640 min
The School for DisruptersEpisode 1: "Disruption"In this episode, Kimberly and Sarah define the word "disruption" and what it means in different places and spaces. They tackle race, parenting, identity, and more. The episode ends with "what do we tell the kids?", a segment on distilling hard topics and sharing them with young folks. 2020-10-2640 min