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FLAT is where it's atA Visit with Quiara EscobarQuiara Escobar is a poet, teacher, artist, and visionary. Here are some pics of Q and her art. And here is the QR code that will lead to AFC info. 2021-10-2953 min
FLAT is where it's atTalkin' with Rebecca Scollon-Butts I am re-releasing this episode, originally aired September 2019. As we continue to remember Rebecca, thought folks would like to hear from her again. ❤️ Despite the many physical challenges Rebecca deals with, she shares a plethora of photos that prove that flat does not equal less sexy. Here are just a few. And see below for a link to FUCK CANCER kick back and jam. Also, here is a link to the FUCK CANCER kick back and jam event.2021-10-151h 00
FLAT is where it's atA Visit with RocioRocio is a reiki master, healer, love of crystals, mother of 5, and flattie. If you have an old underwire bra you'd like to pass on to Rocio as a craft supply for her to use, contact me at flatiswhere@gmail.com or find Rocio del Pino Marin on fb and private message her for her address. Here is a pic of Rocio: And a look at her wonderful sense of humor: And here are some examples of her wonderful bra wire dream catchers. 2021-08-2056 min
FLAT is where it's atA Visit with Melissa EppardMelissa experienced BII and helps to spread the word about the harm implants can do. She is a coach, a blogger, a writer, a mom, and she can survive in the woods. (photo credit for her episode portrait: Charise Isis) You can find her blog here. And you can schedule a coaching session with her here. Here's a pic of her and her family. Here she is sharpening her survivalist skills. Here is a boudoir photo, courtesy of Charise Isis. And h...2021-08-0437 min
FLAT is where it's atHanging with Nikki "Tripp" TripplettTripp is the founder of @thecancerpreneur on Instagram. She sells wonderful t-shirts and mugs that promote breast cancer awareness and she is a very passionate community activist. Check her products out on Instagram. You can also find the cancerpreneur on Facebook. Here are some pics of Tripp and one lovely one of her and her partner. 2021-06-2345 min
FLAT is where it's atHangin' with Cynthia JordanCynthia Jordan is a breast cancer survivor and founder of LearnLookLocate, which you can find here. You can find @learnlooklocate on Instagram and also on Pintrest She spoke about how great Imerman Angels is at offering cancer support. You can find them here. Here's a pic of Cynthia: And here's the turtle I helped across the road.......I know, right?! 2021-05-2132 min
FLAT is where it's atHangin' with Rocki AdamsRocki Adams is a tic toker, Instagramer, visual artist, birder, and jewelry artisan. Oh, yeah, and she's also flat. Here she is birding with her husband, and that's one of her favorite birds, the American Kestrel. Here are some of her drawings. And some of her metal work which can be purchased at her etsy shop, here You can find her on Instagram @livingflatoutloud Tiktok- rocki.flatoutloud 2021-05-0126 min
FLAT is where it's atA visit with Tameika ReplogleTameika is a happily flat teaching assistant, singer, hiker, and all over giving soul. Here's a pic of her and her hubby at Thanksgiving. And with her girls at Thanksgiving. And here she is singing in church. Here she is on a hike with friends the day before her surgery. 2021-03-2928 min
FLAT is where it's atHangin' with Ms. Lita HallAs you listen to Lita's interview, yes, near the end you will hear a change in the audio. Technical glitch!! It won't interfere with your enjoyment of the episode. Just know it's in the recording, not your device. NOW, meet Lita Hall, a musician, artist, writer, performer, and survivor. Here are some pics of some of her clay work. And here's a pic of some of her jewelry. Here is some of her contact info. And here is the Black History zo...2021-03-0153 min
All-New Marvel CastWandaVision: Episode 6 - ”All-New Halloween Spooktacular!”“All-New Halloween Spooktacular!”
Disturbances on Halloween separate Wanda from Vision, who looks into anomalous activity in Westview.
Directed by: Matt Shakman
Written by: Chuck Hayward and Peter Cameron
Starring: Elizabeth Olsen, Paul Bettany, Kathryn Hahn, Teyonah Parris, Randall Park, Kat Dennings, Julian Hilliard, Jett Klyne, Josh Stamberg, David Payton, Alan Heckner, Selena Anduze, Sophia Gaidarova, Joshua Begelman, Stephanie Astalos-Jones, Adam Gold, Tristen Chen
Hosts:
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo
All-New Marvel Cast Credits:
Orig...2021-02-1231 min
FLAT is where it's atHangin' with Stephanie AlexandriaStephanie graduated from CSUCI with a bachelors in communication, emphasis in health. She enjoys singing and spreading the word that flat is a positive choice. You can pop over and say hey to her on Instagram @_steph_12 Here she is at graduation. Here she is in what she calls "those Halcyon days". And here's a lovely photo of her, scars and all, taken by isavisuals. 2021-01-2324 min
FLAT is where it's atHangin' with Mina YunMina is a financial counselor, salsa dancer, work out coach, and meditation enthusiast who lives in Toronto, Ontario. You can find her on Instagram @fitgirlrichgirl. Here she is enjoying one of her many fabulous dresses. And here she is on the beach in Mexico. And here is the link to the doctor/teacher Mina spoke about. 2021-01-1340 min
FLAT is where it's atVisiting with Courtney HaddockCourtney loves dogs, painting, and being a free spirit. Here is a pic of her at work. And here's a great shot of her chest. Here's another great shot of her. And here's one of her paintings. Now here are some links to some wonderful Qi Gong practices. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-jSBBwr8Ko&t=9s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3K-0JpiJu-o&t=45s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nmmNWj9YtAw 2020-12-0524 min
FLAT is where it's atA Re-visit with Dr. Yara RobertsonDr. Yara Robertson is half the team who performed my revision surgery. I will always be grateful to her for her part in my healing. She is making a big move, so I wanted to update everyone on where she is going. You now will find her in association with CARTI cancer institute in Little Rock, Arkansas. She cannot give out specifics of where she will be yet, but you can keep up with her on Instagram @dryararobertson. She has taken up running. Here's a pic of her in action. Dr. Y...2020-11-2237 min
FLAT is where it's atOur Little Show To Remember RebeccaThis is a little show, just to remember our dear sister. It gets a little sexually specific and to the point, because Rebecca was all about being honest, frank, and talking coochie health. It is with much love and an abundance of gratitude that I thank her for her energy and love and I thank those that contributed to putting this show together. Here are the pics she sent me when I did my interview with her. " And here is the illustration drawn by Marie-Claude Belzile. In French there i...2020-10-2521 min
FLAT is where it's atVisiting with Rocio RodriguezMeet Rocio Rodriguez, college credit analyzer, Mom, Covid-time home teacher, and flattie. Here are some lovely photos of her. Here she is with her darling daughter, Zoe. Here she is practicing her meditation in a beautiful spot that has now, tragically, been destroyed by the fire. And here's a gorgeous shot of her. 2020-09-2326 min
FLAT is where it's atThe Swedish SpecialAllow me to introduce the ladies to you. Here is Fia and the beautiful tattoo she spoke about. And here she is with her daughter and pony. Here is Matilda the day she allowed her children to help cut her hair off. And here she is with no hair. Still beautiful. And here is Maria. In her story, she tells how she got her first glimpse of her post-surgery self in the elevator. Here is that moment. And here sh...2020-09-161h 27
FLAT is where it's atTalking with Dara DunbarDara talks about her challenges in dealing with breast cancer and about the difference in black, brown, and non-brown ladies in treatment. She deals with lymphedema and practices a rigorous yoga and exercise routine. You can find her on Instagram @damnit_dara. Here are some pics of Dara. 2020-09-0735 min
FLAT is where it's atHangin' with Michelle Miyamoto-GalvanMichelle is also known on-line as Mitsuko Mi-Ga. She has a Masters in Psychology, runs an elder care center, draws, writes, and enjoys biking (or triking now) and, yes, is a flattie. You can find her masks here. And you can find her book about trans children here. Here is a pic of her on her trike. Here she is dressed for the luau they had at her senior center. Here are two pictures she illustrated. 2020-08-1746 min
FLAT is where it's atHangin' with Shemariah Pradia26:50 Shemariah Pradia is a Navy veteran, foodie, and flattie. You can find her on Instagram @shemmaljayash. Here are some pics. Here's her tattoo. And here's a delicious plate of fried snapper , white rice, and pickled onions she prepared. 2020-08-0926 min
FLAT is where it's atA visit with Tina MartelTina Martel is an artist, art professor, and flattie. She had a heck of a journey getting here. She and her husband collaborated to create a beautiful book about her first surgery and cancer experience which left her with a lumpectomy. You can find it here She is now working on a book about the second part of her journey which left her flat. You can follow her on Instagram @tina_martel and also @not_in_the_pink_ Here are some pics of Tina. Here's the infamous trash bag shot. 2020-08-0238 min
FLAT is where it's atVisiting Dr. Simran MalhotraDr. Simran Malhotra is a palliative care doctor, the daughter of a 2 time breast cancer survivor, enthusiastic healthy cuisine chef, mother of 2, and about to undergo a prophylactic mastectomy with aesthetic flat closure. You can follow her on Instagram @drsimran.malhotra and also @honestlywholistic . She is on FB as Simran Malhotra Gregoire and Honestly Wholistic. The books she recommended in the interview were How Not To Die by Dr. Michael Greger and Breasts: The Owner's Manual by Dr. Kristi Funk. Here are some pics. One of her, one of her and her Mom, one of one of her delicious d...2020-07-2652 min
FLAT is where it's atHangin' with Mika Bakker BurnsMika is a tenth grade English teacher in New York City. She has survived breast cancer and Covid 19. She lives with her wife, Tiff. Here are some lovely pics of Mika. Mika and Tiff Mika showing some of her cool fashion finds. And a cool triptych 2020-07-101h 15
FLAT is where it's atVisiting with Christy AvilaChristy Avila is one of the co-founders of International FLAT Day and she hosts the fb group Fierce, Flat, Forward. You can find International FLAT Day's website here. You can find an exceptional brochure there called Flat is Beautiful. It gives lots of great information and you can print one out for yourself there. You can also follow @fierceflatforward on Instagram. Here are some pics of Christy. Here she is on the first International FLAT Day. 2020-06-2447 min
FLAT is where it's atVisiting Dr. Alexea GaffneyDr. Alexea Gaffney is a triple-board certified Infectious Disease sub-specialist, Internist, and Pediatrician. You can learn more about her here. You can follow her on Instagram @dralexea. Here some pics of Dr. Alexea. 2020-06-091h 11
FLAT is where it's atChattin' with Leslie Howard HogueLeslie is just days out from her surgery. She says she wore this hat throughout her journey and considered her surgery "demoday". You can follow her video journal on Instagram @mbcjourney (Note: Leslie uses mbc to mean "my breast cancer" not metastatic breast cancer.) She says she finds peace in meditation and flowers (and looks like art, as well). Here she is in her hospital bed. And here she is with her husband. 2020-06-0144 min
FLAT is where it's atHangin' with Sharon BoastonSharon is a fifth grade teacher. She has two beautiful children (pictured below) and is a community activist. Here are a couple pics of Sharon. Yes, this is the one I took along to the conference last October. And here she is with her kids. 2020-05-2622 min
FLAT is where it's atHangin' with Renee RidgeleyYou can find Renee on Instagram at both @reneeridgeley and @lessthantwobreasts. She is on the board of the Dr. Susan Love Foundation and works tirelessly to promote informed consent and shared decision-making. Here are some fun pics of Renee. Here we are together at Regina Rosewater's F*ckCancer event in October. Another great pic from that night: And a great pic of her and her husband: 2020-05-1939 min
FLAT is where it's atVisiting with Suzie DeGrasseSuzie works hard to save and rehabilitate wildlife. You can learn more about her work at Primarily Possums on FB If you'd like to send her a little money to help pay for food and supplies, you can send money to paypal.me/degrasse Or you can write her at suzannedegrasse@gmail.com Nationwide, you can get emergency help for animals at ahnow.org Here are some pics of Suzie and her critters. Here is the little guy with a head injury. Here's a bunny she saved.2020-04-2430 min
FLAT is where it's atHangin' with Jessica CookeJessica was a delight to visit. You can find her blog here Here are some lovely pics of Jessica: And here is the video of where I recorded the opening segment. And a couple pics: 2020-04-0231 min
FLAT is where it's atChatting with Juliet FitzpatrickIf you've seen the Dove Body Wash commercial featuring a flattie, you've seen Juliet! That's her! She is a flat activist and advocate. To find the blog she spoke about, you can find it here To see an inspiring video about her appearance in the Dove commercial, you can find it here Here are some great pics of Juliet. Photos 1 and 2 are by Sue Lacey. The third is a selfie. 2020-03-2524 min
FLAT is where it's atVisiting with the amazing Shay SharpeShay's steamy video can be found here. Shay Sharpe, 41, was born and raised in Baltimore Maryland. Shay is a 2 time breast cancer survivor and Madame President of Shay Sharpe’s Pink Wishes (SSPW), a National 501(c)3 non-profit organization that advocates, befriends cancer patients, educates, restores hope, provides scholarships and grants final & Christmas wishes to young women and children who have been affected by breast cancer. Shay Sharpe’s Pink Wishes even has their very own Maryland license plate! Shay founded SSPW in 2011, after seeing firsthand the void in services for young women. Even though Shay had no family history...2020-03-1337 min
FLAT is where it's atHangin' with Sara Spriggs Sara is a happy uni who believes in the healing power of selfies. Sara wants all people facing a breast cancer diagnosis to have the option of flat closure and unbiased access to info about all surgical outcomes. You can find her on Instagram @sunshine.autonomy More about her work: The National Network of Abortion Funds builds power with members to remove financial and logistical barriers to abortion access by centering people who have abortions and organizing at the intersections of racial, economic, and reproductive justice. You can learn more here: https://abortionfunds.org/ You can find a Fund-a-Thon event to...2020-03-0533 min
FLAT is where it's atRe-visiting Kimberly BowlesKim talked about the private group on FB, Mepitel Film For Mastectomy- Support. You simply need to ask to join. She just wants to make sure you are not a provider. All folks interested in learning more about it are welcome. Much of what else Kim talked about can be found at her site Not Putting On A Shirt. She also specifically named Flat and Fabulous, Breastless and Beautiful, Fabulously Flat, and Fierce, Flat, Forward (for explanters). I'd also add Flatties Unite and My Flat Friends. Now, here are some lovely pics of K...2020-02-1935 min
FLAT is where it's atHanging with Melanie TestaMelanie Testa is an amazing artist, activist, and flat advocate. Here is a link to her website where you can see some of her beautiful art, buy her book, and get to know more about her. This is from a Play Out underwear ad. Photo credit: Nomi Ellenson This is the Grace Project nude Melly spoke about. Photo credit: Charise Isis Here's an article from the NY Post. Credit: Bethany Kandel This is from a high fashion photo shoot cal...2020-02-0538 min
FLAT is where it's atHangin' with Mz. MimiMimi founded Linkage Beauty Movment which you can explore here 2020-01-1930 min
FLAT is where it's atHangin' with Ruona MeyerBorn in Nigeria, living in Germany, investigative journalist Ruona Meyer chose to keep her cancer a secret while under-going treatment. Listen to the reasons for her secrecy and the joyous freedom that came after. 2019-12-131h 04
FLAT is where it's atA peek or two of Ms. Rosewater's *uck Cancer Kickback and JamHere is a collection of pics from the event. Before that, though, here is a little video tour of the event space. People were scurrying around, finishing up all the last minute details. C'mon, take a tour. Also, in the podcast I interview Ernie, the lady who makes the candles. Well, after we finished the recording, THEN she tells me she's Ms. Rosewater's Mama! First event of the day was Yoga with Steph. Then yours truly played 7 different characters. Here are 3 of them: Next, Mars Rodriguez knocked...2019-11-1727 min
FLAT is where it's atTalking with Amy Yurasek-YahleAmy has gone through her cancer journey as a single mom, facing chemo and tribulations alone. She adopted two children and has been there for them as she faced her many trials. Here are some pics of her and her family. Below is a link to Regina Rosewater's Fuck Cancer Kickback and Jam. Here is Amy. Here she is with her daughter, Libby, and her son, Christian, at his 8th grade graduation. Here is Libby with doggies Bella, Noel Marie, and Milk. And h...2019-11-061h 06
FLAT is where it's atTalkin' with Ellen McGregor KortanEllen and her husband travel the world. Her excellent Croatian surgeon was Prof. Dr. Zdenko Stanec in Zagreb. One thing we didn't discuss, but Ellen mentioned later, was that her drains were taken out the next day. Dr. Stanec believes Americans leave the drains in way too long and risk infection. Here she is in Cameron Highlands, Malaysia. And in Pai, Thailand, hanging with the elephants , In Pai Canyon, Pai, Thailand , And here she is in Hanoi,Vietnam on Train Street...2019-10-2544 min
FLAT is where it's atTalkin' with Davina GantzDavina had a gut feeling that guided her along her path and it's a good thing she listened. She is healthy and flat today and is a buyer for a scanner company. (Link to Fuck Cancer is below) And here's the link to Regina's Fuck Cancer Kick Back and Jam2019-10-1635 min
FLAT is where it's atTalkin' with Sondra PriceSondra Price is the creator of BS Breast Cancer on Twitter. She is also a web designer, painter, mother of 3, and one of the founders of Flat Closure Now. 2019-10-0938 min
FLAT is where it's atTalkin' to Chandra GnoixBorn in a refugee camp, surviving a childhood filled with domestic violence, and facing breast cancer has forged Chandra into one caring, sensitive, beautiful human being. And here is the link to Fuck Cancer Kickback and Jam 2019-09-251h 06
FLAT is where it's atTalking with Metro Surgical Associates(*EDIT: Since this episode was recorded, Dr. Robertson has moved to Arkansas to work with a cancer institute there. You can find her most recent interview here on November 22, 2020.) Recently Dr. Rogsbert Phillips-Reed was honored by the Southern Christian Leadership Conference as one of the "Women: Rising Up to Lift Up a New Generation". Fellow honorees were Hilary Clinton, U.S. Rep. Lucy McBath, Mary Liuzzo Lilleboe, and Rose Jackson Flenorl. Dr. Phillips-Reed is a prominent Atlanta breast surgeon and founder of Sisters by Choice, an organization which provides breast cancer services and resources for uninsured and underserved women. S...2019-09-1841 min
FLAT is where it's atTalkin' with Comeshia WilliamsComeshia Williams is an educator, mother, and breast cancer survivor. Here she is with her family. Willie lll, Comeshia, Gerald, and Willie. 2019-09-1132 min
FLAT is where it's atTalkin' with Shondi PughShondi is a hair stylist who had to deal with the surprise of finding out her hair would not return after she finished her chemo treatment. She has taken her share of surprises and has rolled with the punches, rising to the occasion, and finding her peace. You can find her on Instagram and FB as both hair_by_shondi and as sitting_with_shondi. You can also visit her website 2019-08-2136 min
FLAT is where it's atThe Anniversary ShowThis is a celebratory episode. I'm gonna add enough text here to bury the photos deep enough so maybe they won't be right out on top and freak anybody out. This episode marks the end to the first year of my journey. I had a LOT of fun creating an audio graphic novel (or novelette) for you. It's a love letter to you all, my sisters. Ok, maybe this is enough text for me to start showing pics. First one is the way I looked in the first week after surgery. WTF? I've not seen anyone with so much...2019-08-1419 min
FLAT is where it's atChattin' with Melissa JansenMelissa Jansen has many different projects rolling all at the same time. She was only free to reveal a few. Here is her website Here are some of her more explicit pics. 2019-08-0256 min
FLAT is where it's atTalkin' with Samantha ValeSamantha Vale is a dancer and choreographer who lives in London. You can check out her blog at boobless.org Her dynamic pics are taken by Amy Cassidy . You can see more of her work at her page Here are some pics of Sam. 2019-07-261h 04
FLAT is where it's atTalkin' with Regina RosewaterRegina Rosewater is the founder of a flat-friendly, fun celebration that will have its debut in L.A. on November 10th. For more info you can go to: thisismsrosewater.com You can see her video here 2019-07-1830 min
FLAT is where it's atHangin' with Evangelina B. Jones Here are a couple bras Evangelina altered. The animal print bra shows the flat side foam lining cut out & the jersey fabric sewed flat. You can pinch the fabric to be flat, then sew it up & trim the extra. The blue lace bra shows how you can use safety pins to make the cup flat; you can then sew it & trim the excess fabric or just leave safety pins in place. This photo shows Evangelina Bustamante, age 24, in 1970 at a Chicana conference-the topics addressed sexism within civil rights movements & ways to take l...2019-07-1057 min
FLAT is where it's atTalking with Beth MesslerBeth Messler does so much for so many. Here are some pics: Here is Beth. Here is Beth's tattoo. Beth and her wife, Nitza Here she is with her sister-in-law, Tricia. For some reason, the computer really wants this picture sideways!! Sorry! Beth and her granddaughter, Lyla. 2019-07-0330 min
FLAT is where it's atTalkin' With Marcia ConnollyI start this episode with an impassioned plea to my flat sisters. After that, we meet 22 year survivor and brilliant artist and my best pal, Marcia Connolly. Here is her picture, Spring. Here is Summer. Notice the birds on her lap and her shoulder. Here is Fall. See the songs coming out of the bird's beaks? There is one singing on the roof of the building in the background, too. And, Where She Steps, She Makes the Grass Grow A...2019-06-2830 min
FLAT is where it's atTalkin' with Christine KleinChristine Klein is a German ex-pat living in Ireland. She is an author, a social worker, and a single mom. She offers a different view of cancer. She has previously published a book called, "You've cat to be kitten me". Here's a link to how to get it. She is currently writing, "C-EIZE THE LIGHT, BREAST CANCER AND SPIRITUALITY- AN INNER JOURNEY." You can read more from her here. Here are pics of her and her lovely daughter. 2019-06-2437 min
FLAT is where it's atA visit with Catherine GuthrieTo quote from the back of her book, "The biggest triumph of Flat is how it carefully upends the breast cancer narrative in smart, surprising ways...Sharp, funny, and thought-provoking." Mike Scalise In this episode, we visit with the author of this sharp, funny book. A book you can find here. https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781510732919 2019-06-1740 min
FLAT is where it's atTalking with Katie P. FinkKatie P. Fink is an activist and flat advocate. She is one of the founders of flatclosurenow.org She runs Moon Studios Photography And here's what you've been waiting for.....pics of Katie! Googly eyes Freezing her ---- off.... And, of course, Elf on a Shelf! And one that says it all.... During the interview, Katie explained how Melanie Testa was the first woman she saw with a flat chest and that Melanie was happy and confident an...2019-06-051h 03
FLAT is where it's atThey said whaaaa?!The one BIG outrageous thing that is said to us that I did not re-visit in this episode is "I left a little in case you change your mind." That is the supreme insult many of us have received from our surgeons. Every day some woman is left with a misshapen, saggy, bumpy chest because some surgeon thinks he's doing her a favor by NOT listening to her request to be flat. Thanks for visiting! As always you can find me on instagram as flatiswhereitsat. I realized I didn't even say who I am in this episode...2019-05-2928 min
FLAT is where it's atTalkin' with 1st Lt. Zoe SchorrZoe made the decision to have a prophylactic mastectomy when faced with the genetic odds that breast cancer would eventually come to her. 2019-05-2433 min
FLAT is where it's atTalkin' with Jenny LundstromWe talk with Jenny Lundstrom who is a wonderful Special Ed teacher and a happy flattie. 2019-05-2134 min
FLAT is where it's atTalking with Denise SteinIn this episode we meet Denise Stein who went along with her doctors and tried implants, but found nothing but pain and illness.2019-05-1028 min
FLAT is where it's atTalking with Kimberly BowlesIn this episode, we talk to Kimberly Bowles about flat closure. More info can be found at flatclosurenow.org and www.notputtingonashirt.org 2019-04-1732 min
FLAT is where it's atLet's TalkThis episode explains the premise of the show and asks listeners for input for future topics and also offers listeners a chance to be interviewed. 2019-04-0918 min