079 - Amanda Pickering

Amanda is an educator, wife, mother, and all around hipster. She discusses growing up with an emotionally abusive and unstable family, battling depression, and finding joy in independence and art. Amanda also talks about the struggles she had becoming a mother and how that subject is not discussed enough. Finally, Amanda talks about how she keeps her fingers near the pulse of new music. This episode is sponsored by Bravus Brewing. Check out their selection of non-alcoholic beers and save 10% when you use code FRIENDREQUEST at checkout at http://www.bravus.com