Cliterally Speaking the Podcast

Hi All!Michelle and Emily were joined by artist, scholar, and all-around fascinating human Patricia Olynyk for what was supposed to be a conversation over a bottle of wine.As it turns out, one bottle wasn't nearly enough.In this episode of Bodies, Bones, and Bordeaux, they talk art. They talk science. They talk friendship. They talk about the strange little coincidences that make you wonder if there's something more going on in the universe than we're meant to understand.Michelle shares updates on Girlfriend Medicine and the growing community that is taking shape around friendship and connection. Emily talks weddings, new beginnings, and the wisdom that comes with embracing life's next chapter.Together with Patricia, they wander into conversations about medical humanities, body modification, forgotten women in history, museums filled with human remains, the ethics of scientific discovery, and why some stories deserve to be told long after the people themselves have been forgotten.They talk about how history has shaped the way we see our bodies and each other. They talk about stigma, healing, archives, and the importance of asking uncomfortable questions.They also talk about ghosts.And witches.And whether good summer panties might actually qualify as a public service.The first bottle of the afternoon was a 2024 Brondelle Bordeaux Rosé—light, peachy, and apparently the perfect pairing for conversations about personhood, plague, ghosts, and whether spirits might still be hanging around old churches.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast.Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastPlease call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our YouTube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for behind-the-scenes moments from our recording sessions.Our Patreon site is up and running:http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

⚠️ Content Note: This episode includes discussion of sexual violence and online exploitation. Please take care while listening—and reading. Step away if you need to. We’ll be here when you get back.Hi All!Michelle and Emily start this episode the way all good things begin—catching up, sipping wine, and easing back into their rhythm together. There’s talk of tornadoes, travel, Emily's wedding (!!), and the continued excitement around Girlfriend Medicine (the world premiere SOLD OUT! But there's a second performance on May 30th, tickets on sale now!).The wine of the show?Seven Springs Pinot Noir (Oregon)—and let’s just say… she’s bold, she’s earthy, she’s got a little edge to her, and she absolutely kept up with this conversation.And then… the conversation turns.What starts light gets real—because there are some things happening right now that we can’t just scroll past.Michelle and Emily talk through the SAVE Act, what it could mean for voting access, and why something that sounds simple on paper (just “show your documents”) isn’t actually simple at all—especially for women. Name changes, life transitions, missing paperwork… it adds up quickly.They also get into the bigger picture—what happens when access to everyday systems (like voting… or even banking) starts requiring more and more proof.And because apparently we weren’t done being unsettled… they dive into a CNN investigation exposing online communities where violence against women isn’t just happening—it’s being taught, shared, and normalized.Yeah. That part.It’s not an easy conversation—but it’s an important one.They talk about fear.They talk about silence.They talk about why it feels harder than ever to just… talk about things.And they ask the question we’re all sitting with:What are we actually going to do about it?As always—thank you for being here, for listening, and for being part of this conversation.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastWatch our YouTube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind-the-scenes discussions during our recording sessions. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On May 16, 2025, St. Louis was hit by an F3 tornado that left 4,500 households without shelter. It's been 7 months since the tornado hit, and still, so much is left to be done to get people back into their homes. Emily and Michelle welcome Ali Rand, the guiding force behind the St. Louis Street Angels, and one of her volunteers (and Michelle's son), Will Ratcliff. Ali was a stay-at-home mom of 5, living in the Central West End neighborhood of St. Louis, MO, enjoying that beautiful Friday afternoon before the tornado hit St Louis, including her own home. She has started Street Angels, a grassroots volunteer movement born of devastation but motivated by a love for her adopted hometown of St. Louis, Missouri.They talk about the effects of their continued efforts to rebuild, how to stay motivated in the face of adversity, the beautiful friendships made, and the stronger sense of community that is being created daily. They still need our help. The families and the neighborhoods still need our help. Do what you can, please share. Every little bit helps.Jeio Prosecco graced their glasses.Follow Ali on Instagram @alirand Listen to her on another podcast about her efforts.https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/house-of-lou/episode-22/Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastWatch our YouTube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind-the-scenes discussions during our recording sessions. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hi All! Emily and Michelle were enjoying a Saturday afternoon of wine tasting and catching up when, after one bottle of champagne, they were inspired to open another and record an episode. This is that episode!They talk art. They talk about connection. They talk about the changes in their lives since the last episode. Emily shares how much the loss of her dear Iggy Pup impacted her and how she has worked through her grief and recreated her four-legged family, growing it to THREE!!! Michelle revealed a new project she has been working on, Girlfriend Medicine, which will premiere in March of 2026.The delicious second bottle they are drinking is Champagne Godmé Sabine - Blanc de Blanc.They talk about Emily's upcoming 'big birthday' and how much our perspectives change as we get older. They mourn the loss of Diane Keaton. They talk about reshaping feminism. They talk about how we have been conditioned to assign value to our lives and ourselves. They laugh about reaching the age when "no one wants you." They muse on how to increase the frequency of good sex over bad sex. They laugh and celebrate all that is wonderful about being together and how much they appreciate the opportunity to share with you, their dedicated listeners.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can you believe we're on Season 10?!?!We have been feeling all the feelings with what has been going on in the world right now. We share our thoughts while enjoying a lovely bottle of Domaine Moutard Brut Blanc de Blancs. We talk about the challenges facing us as women, as businesspeople, as compassionate and empathetic members of society, and how we are trying to keep some hope in our lives. Our conversation is real and authentic as always. We're so glad to be back in front of the microphones because we need to be connected with each other as well as with you our listeners. We talk about celebrating the small wins in our lives as a form of self-care and hope you will do the same. Drop us a note, tell us how you're doing. Thank you for listening, subscribing, and supporting us and each other!Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastWatch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Re-releasing in honor of International Orgasm Day on July 31! (Originally published in 2021). Emily and Michelle are joined by Dr. Donna Marshaye-White. While drinking a delightful bottle of Elocuenta Cava Brut, their discussion runs the gamut from sex toys, multiple orgasms, authentic orgasms, faking it or not, Self-Love, Practice makes Perfect and Zodiac Sex Positions! This episode will definitely get you prepared for the International Orgasm Day! Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.com Facebook: @cspeakpodcast Instagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcast Twitter: @cliterallyspea1 Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794 Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions. Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June is Lipedema Awareness Month! So we thought we'd share this episode again - originally released in February 2020 - to do our part in raising awareness for this progressive fat disorder disease. Feel free to share this episode with anyone you think would benefit from learning about and knowing more about Lipedema: The Disease they call FAT!*********Michelle and Emily share a decadent bottle of Emmolo wine while learning about Lipedema with their guest Dr. Catherine Seo, founder of Lipedema Simplified.They learn the difference between Lipedema and Lymphedema (listen to Season 1, Episode 24 "The Beauty Queen with the Big Leg" to learn about Amy Rivera's battle with Lymphedema.) From www.Lipedema-Simplified.org: Lipedema is a relatively common fat disorder that is often mistaken for simple obesity. Its clinical diagnosis is an adipose tissue disorder or a lipid metabolism disorder. A typical lipedema patient is a woman who struggles with large hips and legs, usually out of proportion to the rest of her body. Lipedema also appears in the upper arms. One of the hallmarks of the disease is that lipedema fat is relatively unresponsive to diet and exercise. These measures may lead to weight loss in other areas, but the size of the hips and legs remains disproportionately large.Lipedema affects over 17 million women in the United States. However, 98% don't know, instead they think they're to blame. They discuss fat shaming, society's fat bias, and the medical community's ignorance of Lipedema. They discuss early signs (family history - genetic link), therapies (nutrition, movement, decongestive therapy, manual lymphatic drainage massage, compression pumps), prevention (nutrition, movement, lifestyle changes, awareness). Dr. Seo's organization, Lipedema-Simplified, focus on five factors needed to have a full life while managing Lipedema: physical, mental, psychological, emotional, and social.Dr. Seo's documentary called: "Lipedema - The Disease they call Fat" is available for free on Facebook or for purchase on Amazon.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle and Emily laugh their way through the aftermath of Michelle's relationship break-up. They share a bottle of Costco chablis (you must listen to hear their review, (no spoilers here) and explore the nuances of the on-again/off-again relationship, how it ended, how Michelle has processed its ending, and the way they both look for the bright side of life. As they say, sometimes the universe clears the unwanted debris from our lives and that's okay.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle and Emily welcome award-winning mixologist and Drink Masters reality TV show contestant Meredith Barry to the podcast. They learn about the amazing journey Meredith has been on, from starting at a country club her dad managed to competing in Netflix's TV series to owning her restaurants while sharing a delicious bottle of Pinot Nero from Antonutti. Meredith shares her insights on lessons learned and applied as she overcame various challenges within the industry. She's just getting started! To learn more about Meredith, visit her website https://www.meredithbarry.com Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle and Emily welcome Maria Alyokhina (Masha) of Pussy Riot to the podcast. Pussy Riot was visiting St. Louis for a concert through a special arrangement with Barrett Barrera Projects. Listen to this intimate, informative, and powerful conversation with Masha as she tells the story of Pussy Riot, her time in the Russian penal colony, life after incarceration, and the challenges of speaking out and making art under a dictatorship. Masha remains hopeful for the world, taking inspiration from the suffragettes and feminist activists around the world. "The world needs feminism""Art Can Change the World""Without the fight, it will all disappear..."Masha AlyokhinaIf you haven't listened to the episode right before this (Part One - Riot Days) where Michelle & Emily talk about the impact of meeting Pussy Riot and the subsequent conversations, we highly recommend that you do. You can follow Pussy Riot on Instagram @pussyriot and YouTube @wearepussyriotYou can get Masha's book Riot Days on Amazon. Here's the description from Amazon."A Pussy Rioter’s riveting, hallucinatory account of her years in Russia’s criminal system and of finding power in the most powerless of situationsIn February 2012, after smuggling an electric guitar into Moscow’s iconic central cathedral, Maria Alyokhina and other members of the radical collective Pussy Riot performed a provocative “Punk Prayer,” taking on the Orthodox Church and its support for Vladimir Putin’s authoritarian regime.For this, they were charged with “organized hooliganism” and were tried while confined in a cage and guarded by Rottweilers. That trial and Alyokhina’s subsequent imprisonment became an international cause. For Alyokhina, her two-year sentence launched a bitter struggle against the Russian prison system and an iron-willed refusal to be deprived of her humanity. Teeming with protests and police, witnesses and cellmates, informers and interrogators, Riot Days gives voice to Alyokhina’s insistence on the right to say no, whether to a prison guard or to the president. Ultimately, this insistence delivers unprecedented victories for prisoners’ rights.Evocative, wry, laser-sharp, and laconically funny, Alyokhina’s account is studded with song lyrics, legal transcripts, and excerpts from her jail diary―dispatches from a young woman who has faced tyranny and returned with the proof that against all odds even one person can force its retreat."Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emily and Michelle share a bottle of Chateau Petit-Freylon - a delightful red Bordeaux while reflecting upon their experience meeting and talking with Pussy Riot. It was important to Michelle and Emily that they share their thoughts and feelings with you before you listen to the episode with Maria Alyokhina. They also want to hear from you. How have you been impacted? What are your takeaways? Feel free to share your thoughts and feelings - email [email protected] you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Originally released in December 2021 - we had such fun making it then, we wanted to share it again with y'all! New episodes coming in the new year!!!Have some holiday fun with Michelle and Emily as they do a dramatic reading of the Christmas Classic - "Twas the Night Before Christmas" intermingled with holiday trivia and their own philosophical musings on this classic poem. You'll never look at Santa or mistletoe the same way again!!! Michelle and Emily wish all their listeners a wonderful holiday season and a joyous, prosperous, and peaceful new year! Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.com Facebook: @cspeakpodcast Instagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcast Twitter: @cliterallyspea1 Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794 Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions. Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded in early spring so please excuse the references to the time of the year.Michelle and Emily welcome friend Laura Dwyer to the podcast. Laura had approached Emily about discussing the generational differences in the #MeToo movement. Over a lovely bottle of white wine - Chateau de Corcelles Beaujolais Blanc - the three of them do a deep dive into how much things have changed and how much things haven't changed.Laura asked Emily and Michelle: What would you do differently if there were no men in the world? They had very interesting responses. How would you answer that question? Let us know by emailing us at [email protected] or call us and leave a voicemail at 812-727-0794.They also discussed and recommended reading the book "The Gift of Fear" by Gavin de Becker.Interested in the Emsella chair that Emily and Michelle reviewed at the start of the episode and you live in St. Louis, call Dr. Becky Lynn at https://evorawomen.com/ otherwise an internet search will reveal who near you has an Emsella chair!Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle and Emily welcome their good friend Nikki Jauer back to the podcast to discuss when friendships turn toxic or traumatic. They identify red flags in friendships and give practical advice on setting boundaries, verbalizing needs, and coping mechanisms when leaving friendships that have turned toxic and/or traumatic. Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emily and Michelle welcome entrepreneur, author, and former wine shop owner Jeff Bender to the podcast. Jeff had been in hospitality and wine for several years before he switched careers creating gender neutral clothing for children as a response to his daughter's needs.Jeff speaks openly about navigating society and how to protect his trans child in today's hyper-charged political environment.They have a spirited discussion about the state of politics in the state of Missouri under its super-majority Republican rule for over 20 years. Jeff talks about how his clothing line, the Lion and the Owl, was started. He wanted to be able to buy leggings for his trans child and it has blossomed from there. He wrote two books "Apparel has no Gender" and "Oh I Just Didn't Know. (11 thoughtful conversations for grandparents and grandchildren)."They talk about how the fashion industry is shifting in sizing, clothing styles, and more to reflect gender fluidity in society. Jeff talks about their efforts in a new fashion category called "All Kids Plus".Jeff closes out the discussion with this gem - "Shop for their personality and not their gender."You can get connected with Jeff, his mission, and order his great books here - https://thelionandtheowl.com/Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle and Emily welcome two-time Emmy award-winning news producer and filmmaker, Hollie Brubaker, to the podcast. After a brief discussion on what exactly is Lychee, they jump into a fascinating and engaging discussion about Hollie's short film, "But You'd Be a Great Mom!". Hollie shares her intimate, personal journey through fertility treatments to trying to become a foster parent, to accepting and embracing her life without children. They talk about how society perception of women as only being true, whole women when they have children.They explore the pitfalls of medical science in infertility treatment and how people feel they HAVE to do it because it is available. Hollie shares a list of physical and emotional pains that people often experience during treatment and the pressure of it's all worth it because you have to do everything to have a baby. They talk about the expectations society puts on women regarding having children and how scary it is to walk the path that differs from the expectations.As Hollie says, "There is so much beauty in the world, that we get to be a part of in life and how dare we look at others and say I want that instead of looking at our own lives and relishing in what is beautiful about our lives."They wrap the episode taking stock of what is beautiful in their lives. Send us an email of what you find beautiful in your life! [email protected] can find Hollie here - IG @holliewood801 Screening of the "But You'd Be a Great Mom" at the Ethical Society in St. Louis on August 6th, 2023.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded in January, Michelle and Emily welcome Dr. Becky Lynn back to the podcast while sharing a bottle of Felciaio - (although it looks like it, it isn't "fellatio" in Italy) - a beautiful golden flowery white wine on the nose with warm summer fruits on the palate. The discussion focuses on sex and the fact that you're never too old for great sex. Too many people think great sex is reserved only for the young. Dr. Becky Lynn debunks that myth and more in a humorous, non-judgmental, and approachable way. One of the many reasons we love having her on the podcast. Some highlights include: Vaginal Estrogen cream and supplementation, bladder health, medical biases and shaming, post menopausal sexual changes, the Emsella Chair, ways to exercise the vagina without requiring sexual penetration and so much moreDr. Becky Lynn's medical practice is a boutique healthcare practice in St. Louis, Evora Women’s Health brings medical, wellness, and self-care experts together in one supportive space. https://evorawomen.com/Great resources for your sexual journey no matter your age! https://www.isswsh.org/https://menopause.org/Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emily and Michelle welcome Theresa Carrington, CEO of Ten by Three® - https://www.tenbythree.org/ - a not for profit organization reducing poverty in developing countries by using their unique Prosperity Wages® model to pay for artisan products. This exclusive patent pending financial model creates a cycle of entrepreneur driven growth resulting in permanent financial independence for the artisan.Over a lovely bottle of Soir de Paris Emily and Michelle learn about Theresa's 20-year journey from leaving a very successful and lucrative career as an investigative journalist (she has over 10 Emmys!) to helping more than 8,000 artisan women in Africa graduate out of extreme poverty and start over 42,000 businesses. They talk about Conscious Capitalism, prosperity wages, the basket mafia, and supporting entrepreneurship around the world.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our YouTube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Raw-thentic with Deanna Danger Michelle and Emily welcome Deanna Danger - The Artistic Mystic Formerly known as Danger - to the podcast. They share a wonderful bottle of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc from Clos Henri Vineyard while discussing mindfulness, meditation, burlesque, empowerment, body positivity, how trauma informs our interactions in the world, patience, activism, divine rage, letting go, and agency. Deanna shares what it means to be an “Art Witch”. The discussion continues about choices, accepting mistakes, moving forward, and offering yourself grace. You can find out more about Deanna by visiting their website - https://www.deannadanger.com/ They offer weekly mindfulness sessions online and in-person. Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.com Facebook: @cspeakpodcast Instagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcast Twitter: @cliterallyspea1 Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794 Watch our YouTube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a joy to be back in the studio after a several months-long hiatus. Listen to what we've been up to as we share another delightful bottle of wine Chateau Guillot 2015 (a Craig Baker selection from our friends at the Wine Merchant). We call it "Sweater Weather Wine". We talk about endings and beginnings. We talk about making fresh starts and crafting our lives to match what we hold in our hearts. We talk about loss (have some tissues handy) and love and hope.We're so glad to be back having in-depth intimate conversations helped along with our fantastic bottles of wine. We wish all our American listeners a happy Thanksgiving!Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.com Facebook: @cspeakpodcast Instagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcast Twitter: @cliterallyspea1 Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794 Watch our YouTube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Special Announcement - We are back in the studio recording episodes and drinking great wine! Look for a full episode in November and more to come in December! Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.com Facebook: @cspeakpodcast Instagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcast Twitter: @cliterallyspea1 Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794 Watch our YouTube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Emily and Michelle as they welcome Dr. Donna Marshaye-White back to the podcast. Listen, learn, and laugh along as they drink two bottles of wine! They enjoy a delicious red blend from California called Phantom and a Chilean Red made from the Carmenere grape called Amigo Perro.They discuss the many facets of pillow talk. What makes for good pillow talk? Are there different types depending on the stage of intimacy or who your partner is? They give examples of good and bad pillow talk. They also blame John Hughes movies for setting them up for unrealistic expectations regarding relationships. One of them is still waiting for their Jake Ryan to show up outside the church. Can you guess who?Their conversation winds through to the topics of dating in your 40s and 50s and they ask the lifelong question "is it worth getting dressed up when I could just stay home to Netflix and chill?"Another fun, captivating episode you'll be sure to enjoy!Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our YouTube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle welcomes Christy Ferguson, professor at and founder of The Mensi Project at Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville to the podcast. It's an episode dedicated to Periods (and not the punctuation ones)! They talk about how Christy's grassroots project at SIU-E served as a catalyst for the state of Illinois making it a requirement that all public universities provide menstrual products in all bathrooms on campus. They talk about period poverty, period education, period access, period mis-information and more!If you want to get more involved in Christy's effort you can email her at [email protected] or drop by their facebook page The Mensi Project. If you are inspired to start something like this in your own community, please share with us how it's going and what you're doing.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle and Emily take some time from their busy lives to catch up on what has been happening for the both of them. Emily shares some exciting news regarding her fashion ventures and initiatives and Michelle gives an update on the latest developments in her home invasion and burglary case.And so much more!You can follow Emily's adventures on instagram @emilytristalane and @insprny and @starsdesigngroup.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle welcomes Shelley Craig, Program Director for Faith and Grief Ministries in Dallas Texas to the podcast for an intimate and insightful conversation about grief. In this episode, you will learn about the different types of grief, the stages of grief, how to be a good friend or loved one to a grieving person, and how to cut yourself some slack as you grieve. They talk about Compassionate Curiosity and making space in our hearts and our physical world for the grieving and to grieve. As Shelley says in the episode, "We don't grieve what we don't love."This episode is dedicated to our friends and loved ones who are experiencing loss and grief. We see you; we love you; we're here for you. For more info on Faith and Grief Ministries visit www.faithandgrief.orgThank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.com
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Join Emily and Michelle as they discuss the emotion Shame and all its effects on a person. They record this episode at the home of Dr. Linda Weiner and sip on a bottle of Beaujolais Nouveau that gets high marks.Everyone has battled or battles with shame of some sort. Learn how to release yourself from the crippling effects shame (long-held and new shame) can wreak upon your emotional, physical, and spiritual self.As always, Michelle and Emily along with their guests share their own experiences. Trigger Warning: Although not in graphic detail, the conversation deals some with the after effects of sexual assault. For those needing help - https://www.rainn.org/ - or 800-656-HOPE.To reach Dr. Linda Weiner - https://www.sextherapiststlouis.comThank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Thanksgiving in the U.S. and before Michelle and Emily get caught up in the preparations of the day, they want to spend some time sharing with you what they are especially grateful for this year. They wish everyone no matter where they are in the world a wonderful day filled with love and gratitude for the many blessings in their lives.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Support us on Patreon - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle welcomes friends of the podcast - Megan and Julie - to the show while Emily is working long, long hours launching new fashion lines in NYC.In the spirit of Halloween, the three share their all-time favorite Halloween/scary movies and make recommendations for movies that may be new to you!The heart of the conversation is a deep dive into the use of pronouns, what do they mean, and how should they be used. They discuss gender and sexuality. What is binary? Non-binary? Cis? Trans? And how to make sense of it all. Here's a great resource for more information: https://www.parents.com/kids/how-to-talk-to-kids-about-gender/Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our YouTube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emily and Michelle talk with one of Nashville’s premiere chefs, Sam Nawrocki of The 404 Kitchen, about the changes in the restaurant industry has been forced to make due to the pandemic. They talk about the inequities between men and women in the industry; the difficulties in getting workers to come back to the industry; the supply chain challenges and continued rising prices of not only labor but the commodities and food. They discuss the creative ways restaurants have had to employ to remain viable.This is an episode you won't want to miss!Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.com
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Michelle and Emily celebrate their 100th episode! They've moved studios, popped open a bottle of CH Chardonnay and talk about what the heck has been going on these last few months! There's been A LOT of transitions and changes these two have been through. They discuss the excitement and challenges they are experiencing in their new living situations and some of the fun times they've had and are looking forward to. This episode is special for a number of reasons but especially because of the warm congratulations wishes that some of their listeners sent in.This is an episode you won't want to miss!Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our YouTube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brand New Episode! As part of preparing for International Orgasm Day on July 31st, Michelle and Emily wanted to get a male perspective on orgasms. Michelle reached out to a friend of hers and they dug deep on the male brain before and after orgasms, on relationships, on first times, on communication, on sexual education and much more.If you've ever wondered what goes on in the male brain this episode is for you!Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Originally released in September 2019* We're re-releasing this episode with Liz VanWinkle in honor of Pride Month. We're highlighting the voices and stories of our LGBTQIA+ guests whom we've had the privilege and light to get to know and to call our friends.*****Michelle & Emily welcome Liz VanWinkle, creator of Venus & Furs, to the podcast. They share a delicious bottle of Constant Disruption while talking about BDSM, the kink scene in St. Louis, what it means to be tokenized/fetishized, and the need for safe spaces for women to engage in play. Many terms associated with BDSM are defined, explained, and debunked. They talk about Sex Positivity, how to establish boundaries, sex slaves, golden showers, and sex positive dungeons. Liz offers suggestions on where someone who's interested could start exploring the kink world and what red flags to look for. This episode will definitely push your boundaries and make you laugh out loud at the same time.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Originally released in January 2019*We're re-releasing this wonderful episode with Lola Van Ella in honor of Pride Month. We're highlighting the voices and stories of our LGBTQIA+ guests whom we've had the privilege and delight to get to know and call our friends.*********Join Emily and Michelle for a wonderful intimate conversation with the Queen of Burlesque, Lola Van Ella. They share a bottle of Via Del Cua while talking about Lola's beginnings from her childhood fascination with corsets and fishnets to her first burlesque gig. They discuss her importance in growing the burlesque community in St. Louis and how her relocation to New Orleans as part of her artistic growth. They talk about women's empowerment, agency, being shameless in who you are, and how vulnerability is a person's greatest strength.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*Originally released in November 2019*We're re-releasing this wonderful episode with Ruby Topping in honor of Pride Month. We're highlighting the voices and stories of our LGBTQIA+ guests whom we've had the privilege and delight to get to know and call our friends. ****In honor of Transgender Awareness week Michelle and Emily share a bottle of Birichino by Malvasia Bianca with their special guest, Ruby Topping. Ruby is a remarkable transwoman who shares her pre-op transition story: the excitement, the pain, the questions, the acceptance, and the joy. Ruby's authenticity, honesty, and vulnerability allow Michelle and Emily to ask those questions you might have been curious about, too. The conversation weaves from explaining the differences between gender identity and sexual orientation to the incredible changes her body has undergone from the hormone treatment and the consideration of gender reassignment surgery. As Ruby eloquently stated, "being me, makes me happy,” she is a remarkable person that you will love as much as we do.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle and Emily welcome Brigitte Ranae - Professional Coach, Corporate Trainer, Course Creator, and Author of "The BS of Better and other Limiting Language" - to the podcast.Brigitte shares her perspective about how our society's constant need for self-improvement adds pressure to our lives. BS of Better program helps participants identify what some of limiting language there, where it comes from, and alternatives in language to use.The conversation goes deep into authenticity, perspective, and experiences and how those can shape our language. They discuss the challenges that comes when limiting language is the prevailing language used in conversations in our minds and with others.Brigitte's new book "The BS of Better and other Limiting Language" can be found here - https://brigitteranae.com/product/the-bs-of-better/From Brigitte's website: "Society is inundated with a need for self-improvement which leaves us feeling a constant burden to be better. Through years of research, Brigitte Ranae has identified pressure-induced mindsets, limiting language, and unhealthy behavioral patterns that keep us stressed.The BS of Better will walk you through exercises to end debilitating and destructive patterns that increase stress and leave you unsatisfied. You will learn to reduce life’s pressures by defining better and by processing thoughts, words, and behaviors that do not align with and promote your unique and authentic self."Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our YouTube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For the March 2021 Time of the Month Live Show to celebrate Women's History Month, Michelle and Emily talk about several women who have been inspirations or they felt have been extremely influential. They know their list is by no means exhaustive but they are excited to share the stories with you.They share a delightful Brut Cava called The Diver from one of Emily's favorite neighborhood shops to frequent during her marathon walking sessions. Who doesn't agree with some bubbly to end a Saturday 10k?After discussing the famous women, Emily and Michelle talk about Online Romance Scams. Michelle was particularly inspired after watching the docuseries, Love Fraud, on Showtime. They have some special warnings for their midwest listeners! They talk about the red flags of online relationships which could indicate this person is scamming you. They also share a few "Tinder" experiences.In addition, their 100th episode is just around the corner. They are asking for you their listeners to send in emails, audio messages, video messages, social media posts about anything you have liked over the past 99 episodes so they can include your messages in the show.You can contact them via the links below.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle and Emily explore all aspects of marriage and relationships. They do a deep dive into different elements that make relationships. They discuss how marriage has evolved over the years from simply a survival tool to a relationship where we want to grow into our best person.They talk about whether marriage expectations help or hinder us. Does society's depiction of marriage interfere with our own relationship desires? They talk about how to withhold judgment of other's relationships based on our own perception of what "it should look like."Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our YouTube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle and Emily welcome Dr. Becky Lynn back to the podcast and as usual dive right in to a fascinating conversation about how Covid and isolation has affected our physical and mental health. Dr. Becky shares the effects she has seen on the patients in her practice and the advice she gives them to cope.One suggestion to combat the isolation is to call your friends on the phone to actually have a live conversation with someone can help both parties deal with the isolation. Don't make texting your only form of human contact.Another activity Dr Becky recommends is yoga. She also shares that the deep yoga breaths prevent the pelvic floor from contracting and if you suffer from painful sex, this practice can help alleviate the pain.We also learn that the brain is the biggest sex organ and you can give yourself an orgasm from breathing and focusing.We have a conversation about how people are 'dating' or finding new partners during this pandemic.The conversation diverges into a philosophical conversation about the long-term impacts of the pandemic on the individual and societal level and how we don't really know how it will manifest.They wrap up the episode talking about changing sleep patterns as you age, good sleep practices, and ways to relax your body enough to fall asleep easily. And one final piece of advice from Dr. Becky - orgasms are good for your mental health. Pandemic or not!Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emily and Michelle welcome Britt Tate - artist, teacher, activist, and mother - to the podcast. Britt was featured in December 2020 on the Humans of St. Louis Facebook page.(Note: Emily's uncle has been released from the hospital.)The conversation begins with a deep discussion on teaching art, challenges of disadvantaged schools, online and virtual learning, and Britt's Master's of Fine Art project of "Plus-Size Barbie" experience.They talk about how her art transformed after becoming a mother and her experience/journey with IVF.They end the episode talking about the SoundGarden/MakerSpace Britt created for the school on an abandoned lot across the street from it with opportunities for you to get involved as well.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle and Emily are joined on the podcast by friend Kathy Schweitzer. Michelle and Emily sip on a 2015 Chateau Bruni Bordeaux Superieure while Kathy sipped on her 2021 Corona. They learn why Kathy doesn't drink wine anymore - *hint, high school.Michelle asks Kathy to share her experience running for office and things people should think about if they are interested in getting involved. Fundraise! Talk to people! See the commonalities! They talk about local issues and learn that Emily pays for a street lamp on her electric bill!The conversation shifts to a lively discussion about Credit Unions and the creation of one to serve the economically-disadvantaged and traditionally "unbanked" and "underbanked" populations. They talk about how being poor costs money.The episode wraps up with a passionate discussion about not pumping your own gas, customer service, and artificial intelligence replacing our jobs. Michelle and Emily have competing views on self-checkout at grocery stores.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Season 6! Emily and Michelle are joined by Cassie Morgan, a fellow St. Louisan living in Malawi. Cassie is an epidemiologist from St. Louis whose been living in Africa for the last four years. She shares her journey from the St. Louis Public Schools to working on HIV & AIDS prevention in Africa.They learn about life in Malawi, the COVID situation there, what was it like to go to Africa and live there as a Person of Color; the lifestyle and how it differs from the American 'way of life.'Cassie talks about her work on HIV and AIDS prevention & the different initiatives and challenges. They discuss why condoms are so expensive. A pack of two can cost $3USD when people live on $1USD/day.Cassie talks about her experience of teaching English for a time in Rwanda and what we can learn from that country. They discuss the challenges to be gay in Malawi and the obstacles women face just because they are women.They wrap the conversation discussing Cassie's future plans and do they include any possibility of returning to the States to live.*This episode was recorded in late November 2020.*Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle and Emily welcome friend Jennifer Andrews to the podcast. Jennifer joins via Zoom and shares her first-hand account of her experience with COVID which put her in the hospital on oxygen and dealing with the long-term physical, emotional, and social effects.https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.htmlThank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another Bonus replay while we're preparing Season 6! *Originally released December 20, 2019*Before Bob Baker became a YouTube sensation and mindfulness guru, we sat down with him for the very first B-Side conversation for the podcast. We hope you enjoy revisiting this conversation with one of our favorite people.***Michelle, Emily and Bob share a delightful Julienas from Laurent Perrachon while discussing Transiberian Orchestra (Emily played cello on their recent concerts in Kansas and Missouri) and Dublin (Michelle's next European trip.)They talk about the magic of Christmas and the little things their parents did to make it special even when they didn't have a lot of money to spend. Bob shares what it was like growing up as an only child of a single mom and the sacrifices she made for them both. Bob talks about how the arts helped keep him occupied from elementary school and on to the present day.They talk improv and share how they met and became friends. They talk about Bob's various ventures from starting the paper "Spotlight Magazine" to reaching 100,000+ subscribers on his YouTube channel. They have a lively and insightful discussion on the difference between men and women when it comes to creating and growing businesses, especially arts-related businesses.Bob Baker has been an avid supporter of Cliterally Speaking the Podcast from the very beginning and is thrilled to be the first conversation on the B-side.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're revisiting and re-releasing some of our favorite conversations while working on Season 6. This wonderful conversation was originally released on July 26, 2019. Well worth listening again. Cheers!****Michelle and Emily welcome Francesca Passanise to the podcast. they share a delightful Argetinian Cabernet Franc, La Madrid. They have an enlightening conversation as they cover so many topics.Francesca shares her reactions to and perceptions of Puerto Rico after a recent visit there. They talk about Francesca's husband's style of art and when asked about her own artistic style, Francesca reveals she is a writer. She talks about being discouraged from pursuing writing as her career because she was always told she needed to do something that would support her. She chose to study business and marketing and has managed to marry her love of writing with her passion for effecting change in our world. She embraces her 'hopey-changey' part of her personality.The conversation flows naturally into a discussion about leadership differences between men and women, how women have a tendency to undervalue ourselves and our work, and equity vs equality.Francesca talks about her personal efforts to expand the cultural literacy in her children's school by reading to her daughters' class during story time during Black History Month and Women's History Month. She's been doing it for four years. She shares several books that everyone should read. Links to them are on our website http://cliterallyspeakingpodcast.com/season-2-43-flipping-the-script/Let's Talk About Race by Julius Lester (a St. Louisan)Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls Vol 1 & 2 by Francesca Cavallo & Elena FavilliOne Crazy Summer by Rita Williams-Garcia.They talk about how we hide behind the idea that we are a "polite society" and this irrational fear of making strife isn't helping our country with having open and honest discussions.Francesca shared an incredibly touching story about one afternoon during their reading of One Crazy Summer when a student asked if the book somehow would show them how or give them advice on what to do when you can tell someone is judging you. This leads to a rich discussion on privilege and removing the 'otherness' we apply to people.Francesca recommends working with St. Louis organization, WeStories, to develop tools to help create change in our community. She points to two artists who are creating particularly powerful pieces about racism and "other"ing that we should be watching:  Myloan Dinh & Myra Eastman.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.And Subscribe, Like, Share our podcast with EVERYONE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle and Emily welcome back to the podcast their friend, journalist, and life coach, Jill Farmer.They have an in-depth conversation on coping strategies for adjusting to new work dynamics due to COVID. Have you heard about contaminated time? Have you experienced a turbo boost of exhaustion and wonder why? They talk about setting boundaries, changing paradigms within workplaces, changing expectations for our lives. They talk about the different generational approaches to work/life balance.They talk about productivity versus busy-ness. Jill shares three mindset shifts to help manage the emotional and physical rollercoaster of these COVID times.1) Acknowledge your feelings & Learn to process your emotions;2) Accept what is in your control and what is not in your control; 3) Reframe perspectives to bring more meaningful outcomes.Jill talks about how we can spend days spinning ourselves into an elevated state of anxiety. She says to ask yourself "Is my future self going to be happy with how I'm reacting right now?" and to ask yourself "Is this thought helpful?"The conversation wraps with a great discussion on how to build connections, how to have civil but honest conversations with those in your relationship circles who have differing views.For more information and to connect with Jill visit her website: www.JillFarmer.comWe'll be back with Season 6 in January 2021!Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emily and Michelle celebrate the results of the presidential election and the emotional and physical after effects while sharing a bottle of Saldo.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another bonus episode as Michelle gets over her cold. Here is the recording from their October 2020 Time of the Month show where they talk about spooky stories - supernatural and in real life. Learn who is dealing with a stalker and who lived in a house where the magnets would fly off the refrigerator and butcher knives would stand up on the point unassisted.Another great Time of the Month show! You can join them every month on the last Wednesday (except for November 2020, it will be Nov 18, 2020) from 8-9 pm Central on Facebook Live. They love interacting with the viewers and listeners.Don't forget to VOTE!Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*Originally released Nov 16, 2018*Unfortunately, this week Michelle came down with a cold. Don’t worry, Just a regular cold, not COVID, thankfully. In addition their guest wasn’t feeling well. So, out of an abundance of caution, they rescheduled and decided to focus on getting healthy and forgo recording a new episode this week.However, Emily’s birthday is October 24th. And they wanted to celebrate it on an episode, but with 2 of the 3 people being sick, they couldn't. So, instead, they're re-releasing Emily’s birthday episode from 2018! (I guess this means Emily is also now two years younger!) There’s no pandemic talk, great wine; they laugh and get serious. They celebrate the podcast and you their listeners. It feels as if it’s from another dimension. Hopefully, it’s a welcome break and a warm memory for you, too.They'd love to have your help in celebrating Emily’s birthday, Feel free to post a note on the Facebook page or instagram. Send her an email at [email protected] or send her a birthday voicemail at 812-727-0794. She’ll love hearing from you!A reminder that their October Time of the Month show is on Wednesday October 28 live on Facebook from 8-9 pm central time. Hope you can join them!And one final note before the episode begins…As everyone knows we’re in the homestretch leading up to the November 3rd presidential election. Please vote. Make your plan to vote. If you can, vote early or vote absentee. It’s so important to have your voice heard. Vote like our lives depend on it.Thank you for your friendship and for listening.Originally released on November 16, 2018We celebrate Emily’s "??" Birthday while splurging on 3 Cellier, Chateauneuf du Pape. After cheerful celebrations, Michelle and Emily have an honest conversation about the gray areas of consent. They invite their audio engineer, Sam Maul, to join the conversation and share his perspective about 'consent' and what it means to his generation of men. Emily and Michelle invite their listeners to participate in the discussion by first listening to Radio Lab's podcast three related episodes called "in the No" and then calling the listener comment line - 812-727-0794 or emailing [email protected] with their reactions for discussion in a future episode.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle & Emily welcome artist Karen Ann Jones to the podcast. They crack open two bottles of a 2012 Balverne Cabernet from Chalk Hill which explains why this is one of their longer episodes. There was so much to talk about one bottle wasn't enough. Sound familiar? From KarenAnnJones.com:"Karen Ann Jones is a painter and clothing designer. She and her husband have a five story warehouse in downtown St. Louis, Missouri in the USA where they live with their little dog Gisele. Her painting studio, gallery and design company are all their building making her love where she lives. She is an oil painter, painting mostly figurative works and commissioned portraits. Through her art she empowers people to celebrate their uniqueness to feel strong and beautiful. She has also designed a clothing line featuring her artwork that she sells online and in different boutiques nation wide.My goal in my work is to express my optimistic, happy, in love with life, quirky, deep, intimate and passionate perspective of life.I choose my painting by recreating a visual of the feelings I am having at that moment. I get to spend personal time with that passionate feeling that I long to experience. This is probably why I don’t paint a painting in one day. I want to linger in that relationship."The conversation "wines" its way through a myriad of topics: how Karen views her calling to paint as being a "Life Cheerleader" even during these COVID times; how it's affecting her desire to create and what she's drawn to painting; to how the law of attraction works; to a fun conversation about orgasms and how if everyone in the world had more orgasms it would put more positive energy out into the universe and the world would be happier!! (Finally, homework you'll LOVE!)Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emily and Michelle are celebrating! Cliterally Speaking the Podcast is TWO years old! They have a "sparkling" conversation that "wines" its way through reflections on the past two years to their hopes and dreams for the future.They discuss American exceptionalism, the American Dream, and how the world views the United States. They take a deep dive into the concept of empathy and why all humans should be treated with dignity.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_Declaration_of_Human_Rights#/media/File:The_universal_declaration_of_human_rights_10_December_1948.jpgThey talk about the episode IN PRAISE OF SHAME from MADNESS: THE PODCAST and soooo much more!Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.