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Break the Cycle
by Cycle Chats Network
Break the Cycle, is here to guide you on a transformative journey of self-discovery and empowerment.Join hosts, Emily Palacios and Stephanie LoVerde for honest, thoughtful conversations that inspire you to break free from the chains of generational traumas, mental health challenges, societal pressures, women's health issues, toxic relationships, and more. Our mission is clear: to make our 15-year-old selves proud of the resilient, empowered individuals we've become.Let's embark on this empowering journey together!
Episodes
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The End of an Era
After 4 ½ years, countless conversations, and an unwavering commitment to making a difference, we’ve made the difficult decision to end our podcast. This isn’t the episode we thought we’d be recording—but it’s the one we need to have. Todays Topics: - Why we’re stepping away from podcasting.…
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Women’s Self-Defense & Safety: Expert Tips to Stay Aware, Set Boundaries & Protect Yourself with Self Defense Expert Nicole Snell
In this episode, we break the cycle of fear and empower women to take control of their safety with Nicole Snell, an award-winning international speaker, TEDx speaker, trainer, survivor, and self-defense expert. Nicole is the CEO of Girls Fight Back, Founder of Outdoor Defense, and a Credentialed...
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Women’s Health Post-Election: Birth Control, Access to Care, and the Future of Reproductive Rights with Reproductive Rights Advocate Nikki Sapiro Vinckier
In this episode, we break the cycle of women’s healthcare with Nikki Sapiro Vinckier, PA-C. Nikki is a reproductive rights advocate, licensed Physician Assistant, and founder/CEO of Take Back Trust, a platform empowering individuals navigating reproductive healthcare. With over a decade of...
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Cycle Swaps featuring Break the Cycle and Reclaiming Pride: LGBT+ Survivors of Narcissistic Abuse Podcast
It’s time to stop the competition and start the collaboration! In this episode, we speak to Sally Leslie, host of Reclaiming Pride: LGBT+ Survivors of Narcissistic Abuse Podcast. We have been looking forward to recording with Sally since we met her at Podfest last year. And we can’t wait for you…
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Cycle Swaps featuring Break the Cycle and The Fab Fatties Podcast
It’s time to stop the competition and start the collaboration! In this episode, we speak to 1/3 of The Fab Fatties Podcast, Alyssa Theobalt. This episode was so special, and we can’t wait to start normalizing the conversation around people in bigger bodies; it's so unique; thank you to Alyssa for...
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Cycle Swaps featuring Break the Cycle and Talk Shit with P Podcast
It’s time to stop the competition and start the collaboration! In this episode we speak to the host of Talk Shit with P Podcast, Paula. In this episode, you will be able to immediately tell that we are all friends who enjoy vibrant colors, podcasting, and of course talking some shit. We laugh our...
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4 Years Down Forever to Go: Lessons, Frustrations, and Exciting Plans for 2025
In this special episode, we are reflecting on the past four years of podcasting and sharing our thoughts, feelings, and hopes for the future. We open up about our journey over the last four years, what this experience has meant to us, and how it has shaped our mission and vision. We discuss the...
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Redefining Friendship: Navigating Expectations, Boundaries, and Letting Go of Toxic Connections with Friendship Expert Shasta Nelson
In this episode we break the cycle of female friendship with Keynote Speaker, Author, and Friendship Expert, Shasta Nelson. We speak with her about expectations not being met, how to be proactive going into conversations, what to do about not having those needs met, and when it's time to let go…
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Progress, Setbacks, & the Fight Ahead for Women
In this special episode, we are sharing our thoughts, feelings, and opinions on the 2024 presidential outcome. Emily and Stephanie open up about their honest reactions to the election results, the thoughts that have been occupying their minds, and how they plan to use their platform to continue...
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Understanding OCD: Breaking Myths, Managing Cycles, and Finding Support with OCD Therapist Juliet Gustafson
In this episode, we are breaking the cycle of misinformation and mental health by speaking with LGBTQ+ OCD Therapist, Juliet Gustafson. We talk about what Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is, some of the common misconceptions people have about the disorder, the portrayal of the disorder within pop...
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Breaking Free from Career Limits: Finding Balance and Redefining Success with Career Coach Dr. Megan Daley
In this episode, we are breaking the cycle of unhealed mindsets as we sit down and speak with trauma and somatic-informed clinical educator, speaker, and mindset coach for women in male-dominated fields, podcast host for "Human On The Daley," and Author of the Rediscovering Your Best Self…
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The Journey to Sex Positivity: Embracing Empowerment and Pleasure with Sexual Health Educator Sabrina Baldini
In this episode, we are breaking the stigma of sexual health as we speak with Sabrina B., a self described "sex nerd" with an advanced degree in Sexual Health with a designation in Sex Therapy. Sabrina explains how she got into the field of sex and all the feel good pleasures that go along with...
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Age Your Way: Redefining Beauty, Grey Hair, and Self-Worth with Silver Liberation Vanessa Chamberlin
In this episode, we are breaking the cycle of societal pressures to achieve a certain beauty standard when it comes to aging by speaking to a woman who is liberating women one grey hair at a time...Vanessa Chamberlin. We talk about her AHA moment, what inspired her to embrace her natural grey…
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Rebuilding Yourself: Healing, Self-Awareness, and the Balance Between Magic and Science with Spiritual Psychotherapist Casey Stevens
In this episode, we are breaking the cycle of women's mental health with Casey Stevens (MS, LMFT, MCC, CCHt) who is blending Holistic Therapy with Practical Psychology Wisdom and Esoteric Energy Medicine. Casey explains how spiritual psychotherapy differs from traditional psychotherapy, some…
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Divorce Redefined: Reclaiming Life, Love, and Confidence After Heartbreak with Divorce Coach Lisa Miller
In this episode we are breaking the cycle of generational trauma and societal pressures with divorce coach, Lisa Miller. Lisa talks about what some of the first steps someone should take after deciding to get a divorce, what are some common emotional hurdles faced during a divorce, how to help...
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Healing Sexual Trauma with Hypnotherapy with Intuitive Hypnotherapist, Reiki Practitioner and Healer Natalie Hatjes
In this episode, we are speaking with Natalie Hatjes, MS, CHt is an Intuitive Hypnotherapist, Reiki practitioner and healer. Natalie talks about how she helps her clients through their sexual health concerns utilizing hypnotherapy and what sexual concerns can hypnotherapy help with. She also…
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How to Get a Good Nights Sleep with Neuroscientist and Sleep Expert Chelsie Rohrscheib
In this episode, we’re breaking the cycle of women's health with Neuroscientist and Sleep Expert Dr. Chelsie Rohrscheib! Chelsie goes over the basic questions like, How many hours of sleep a night should we be getting? Is it different for men and women? How about women on their periods? She...
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Women in STEM and the Academic Challenges with Scientist Chloe Kirk
In this episode, we break the cycle of societal pressures as we speak with scientist and STEMinist, Chloe Kirk! We chat about finding your place in STEM, choosing a grad school and a lab in grad school, non-traditional STEM careers, the importance of science communication to show everyone belongs...
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Overcoming Body Image Issues and Rewriting Beauty Standards with Advocate and Coach Lucie Vallée
In this episode, we break the cycle of societal pressures, women’s health, and women’s mental health as we speak with body image coach Lucie Vallée about what type of body image issues women are facing, where body image issues stem from, what strategies she suggest for managing social media and…
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The Power of Female Friendship with Authors and Artists Lily Williams and Karen Schneemann
In this episode, we break the cycle of women's health by speaking to creators of the graphic novel "Go With The Flow" and its sequel "Look On The Bright Side," authors Lily Williams and Karen Schneemann. Lily and Karen get very candid as they share their stories about their own personal "flows"…
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Slow Style Home with Designer Zandra Zuraw
In this episode, we break the cycle of societal pressures by slowing things down with Podcast Host, Coach, and Creator of the Slow Style Approach. The ever-fabulous Zandra Zuraw. Zandra educates us on how the Slow Style approach uses your home as a place for personal development and healing and…
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Sexual Revolution with the Intimacy Doc, Dr. Catalina Lawsin
In this episode, we break the cycle of women’s sexual health with licensed psychologist Dr. Catalina! We discuss how sex is related to psychology and how our sexual health affects our mental health. We also dive into the difference between sex and intimacy and answer the age-old question: Can we...
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Modesty and Purity Culture
Welcome to Chit Chats! A mostly unedited space where we break the cycle of what it means to be a woman...TOGETHER! Show it off or cover it up? It's time to settle the debate once and for all. We're pulling out all the stops (and the outfits) to finally decide...what IS shmexy? - - -...
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Haircut Horror Stories, Inner Monologues, and Our Go To Hair Products
Welcome to another episode of Curly and Confident! Join your hosts Emily Palacios and Salisha Thomas as we dive deep into the world of curly hair and self-confidence once again. In today's episode, we'll be chatting about the everyday experiences and challenges that come with rocking our natural...
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Your Dream Wedding with Wedding Planner Elisse Mills
In this episode, we break the cycle of societal pressures as we sit down to chat with Founder of Our Own Table Co (or OOTC for short) Elisse Mills. She walks us through what some of the biggest things brides freak out about for their weddings and how she helps them. Plus, how she makes sure that...
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How We Went VIRAL!
Welcome to Chit Chats! A mostly unedited space where we break the cycle of what it means to be a woman...TOGETHER! In this episode, we talk about how we went VIRAL! Woo hoo! The algorithm has blessed us. Let's talk about what this means. - - - #femalepodcasters #womeninpodcasting #viral...
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The Male and Female Brain with Psychotherapist Talia Bombola
In this episode, we break the cycle of women's mental health and toxic relationships as we sit down AGAIN with the ever-fabulous confidence and assertiveness specialist, Psychoanalytic LMFT, Talia Bombola. This time around, Talia is breaking down the differences between women and men when it…
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New apartment, Rachel's got anxiety, Underage drinking and HOW many hours of sleep?!
Welcome to Chit Chats! A mostly unedited space where we break the cycle of what it means to be a woman...TOGETHER! In this episode, we dive *right* in because Stephanie is on the verge of her breaking point and there is simply not a moment to spare! OKAY, GREAT. Now that we've gotten that out of...
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Breaking Norms, Embracing Curls: Our Personal Stories
Welcome to the first episode of Curly and Confident! Join hosts Emily Palacios and Salisha Thomas as we delve deep into our personal stories of curls and confidence, exploring our dreams for the podcast and the unique journeys that have shaped our curly-haired identities. In this episode, we talk...
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Navigating Womb Healing with Psychotherapist Ivania Guerrero
In this episode, we are breaking the cycle of women's mental and physical health as we speak with Ivania Guerrero, an experienced licensed psychotherapist specializing in helping women navigate the intricate challenges of fertility issues. Ivania guides us through her own journey of infertility…
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Healing Trauma through D&D with Dungeon Master Punk Rock Jenny
In this episode, we break the cycle of societal pressures and women’s mental health with Dungeon Master and all-around rad human being Punk Rock Jenny! Jenny talks about her journey through her own personal life campaign and how she got to the position of DM. She also speaks on how the game…
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How to Buy a House with Real Estate Agents Amy Schols and Jessica Randolph
In this episode, we break the cycle of societal pressures as Jessica and Amy tell the story of how they met and why they decided to create the How to Buy a House Class. They also speak about their business and explain what goes into buying a home, how they can help people who might be overwhelmed...
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How to Succeed at Work with ADHD with Dr. Janina Elbert Maschke
Welcome to Sync Ups with Cycle Chats! In Dr. Janina’s final episode of Sync Ups, she gives us the tools we need to succeed at work with ADHD. She breaks down the different ways ADHD can affect you at work, offers up some time management strategies, how you can ask for workplace accommodations…
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Moving On Moving Forward
Welcome to CHIT CHATS! A mostly unedited space where we break the cycle of what it means to be a woman...TOGETHER! Friend breakups are the actual worst. Some say, they may be worse than a romantic one. That's what we're talking about today. Moving on and moving forward. We apologize in advance…
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How ADHD and How it Affects Relationships with Dr. Janina Elbert Maschke
Welcome to Sync Ups with Cycle Chats! In Dr. Janina’s penultimate episode of Sync Ups, she absolutely hit the ball out of the park with her amazing conversation about how ADHD affects relationships. Dr. Janina breaks down not only the symptoms of ADHD that can impact a relationship but also gives...
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Vaginal Health with Vaginal Health Expert, The Vaguru, Nika Samples
In this episode, we break the cycle of women's health as we chat with the Vaguru herself, Miss Nika Samples. We discuss why women are neglected in healthcare, why women experience reoccurring health issues, what are the solutions are and the importance of feminine care. Listen to Today's Episode…
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Sync Up with Dr. Janina Elbert Maschke Episode 2: ADHD in Girls and Women
Welcome to Sync Ups with Cycle Chats! In Dr. Janina’s second episode of Sync Ups, she breaks down why women and girls are not getting diagnosed with ADHD and how that affects females all over the world. Dr. Janina explains why there is such a gender gap in the ADHD diagnosis, how women are…
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Sync Up with Dr. Janina Elbert Maschke Episode 1: What is ADHD
Welcome to Sync Ups with Cycle Chats! In Dr. Janina’s first episode of Sync Ups, she goes straight to the core information you need about ADHD. Starting with what it is, how to get diagnosed, and then some tips for how to live with it. Dr. Janina also reminds us that we have to remember the...
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The CSI Effect with Crime Scene Investigator Yalena Corton
In this episode, we break the cycle of societal pressures, mental health stigmas, and a woman's place with law enforcement with Crime Scene Technician/Investigator, Yalena Corton. She breaks down what the CSI Television shows get wrong and shares how she copes with the reality of collecting...
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Sync Up with Nicole Child Episode 4: 10 Tips to Help You Sleep Better
Welcome to Sync Ups with Cycle Chats! In Nicole’s final episode of Sync Ups she breaks down the importance of why you need to sleep. She helps you try to sleep better by offering you multiple tips on how to achieve the ultimate deep sleep, and what happens in our brain while you are sleeping. So,...
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CHIT CHATS EP 35 - He's Really Not That Into You
A mostly unedited space where we break the cycle of what it means to be a woman...TOGETHER! So he only calls you when he's drunk. huh? Gross. You deserve better, babe...and we're gonna tell you why. We talk about why it's so important to not cross your own boundaries when it comes to romantic or...
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Sync Up with Nicole Child Episode 3: How to Get Back to our Intellectual Brain
Welcome to Sync Ups with Cycle Chats! In Nicole’s penultimate episode of Sync Ups, she gives us all the delicious details on how our brain functions. Nicole breaks down how to get from our cave lady brain and steps back into our intellectual brain as she lovingly refers to it. Nicole explains the...
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Fertility Awareness Method with Certified FAM Educator and Health Coach Nina Boyce
In this episode, we break the cycle on women's health and generational issues with certified Fertility Awareness Educator and Health Coach, Nina Boyce. We discuss all things fertility awareness and the pros/cons on one's journey to discover what is possible through utilizing this method. So if...
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Sync Up with Nicole Child Episode 2: The Unconscious Reason for Procrastination
Welcome to Sync Ups with Cycle Chats! In Nicole’s second episode of Sync Ups, she hits it out of the park. Nicole goes through why we procrastinate, where procrastination comes from, the cave lady brain, and so much more. Nicole truly gives us a lightbulb moment when she links procrastination to...
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CHIT CHATS EP. 34 - We got CAUGHT!
Welcome to CHIT CHATS! A mostly unedited space where we break the cycle of what it means to be a woman...TOGETHER! Aw sh*t, we got CAUGHT! We're sharing stories of the time we got caught in the act. "Ummm...the act of what?" you may be asking. Watch and find out!...
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Sync Up with Nicole Child Episode 1: Procrastination Myths
Welcome to Sync Ups with Cycle Chats! In Nicole’s first episode of Sync Ups she starts off her 4 episodes series with a conversation around procrastination myths. Nicole debunks all the things we think we know about procrastination so that she CAN share how we can use procrastination to our...
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Women in Religion with Therapist Hannah Brents, Reverend Lexi Boudreaux, and Rabbinical Student Ashira Boxman
In this special episode, we break the cycle of religious trauma with Therapist Hanna Brents, Rabbinical Student Ashira Boxman, and Reverend Lexi Bourdreaux. This panel of women takes it all the way back to the old testament as they unveil how women were written in the spiritual texts and how it...
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Healing from Co-dependency and Anxious Attachment with Therapist and Somatic Healer Tana Espino
In this episode, we sit down and break the cycle of generational trauma and toxic relationships with Tana Espino. She breaks down anxious attachment and codependency, the difference between both, and how somatic work can heal and shift these into feeling more secure within. So get ready to be...
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Women in Government with Representative Michele Rayner
In this episode, we break the cycle of societal pressures with Representative Michele Rayner. They get political about their journey into government, family legacies, and their call to action to be better than the previous generations. This is a powerful talk with a powerful voice. So get ready…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Break the Cycle, is here to guide you on a transformative journey of self-discovery and empowerment.Join hosts, Emily Palacios and Stephanie LoVerde for honest, thoughtful conversations that inspire you to break free from the chains of generational traumas, mental health challenges, societal pressures, women's health issues, toxic relationships, and more. Our mission is clear: to make our 15-year-old selves proud of the resilient, empowered individuals we've become.Let's embark on this empowering journey together!
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