Motherful: Powerful Moms, Powerful Topics

Men's Mental Health with Cam

Release Date: 1/20/2023

Duration: 45 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: Trigger Warning: Swearing, sexual abuse, suicide, depression Join Emi as she sits down with her husband, Cam, to talk about men's mental health. Cam is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse and was raised in a family of all women. Listen as he discusses his childhood trying to figure out how to "be a man" as he was raised without a father figure. Cam talks about how boys are raised different than girls and speculates on how we can change things for younger generations and boys growing up without such man based stigmas.

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Explicit: No

S2Ep2: Holiday Stress and Trauma

Release Date: 12/19/2022

Duration: 39 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: TW: swearing, adult topics, miscarriage, infertility, trauma, rape Join Emi and Alix as they b*tch, I mean, discuss their woes of the holidays. Both Emi and Alix don't have the greatest memories surrounding "the most wonderful time of the year". Emi's house was a land where everything had to be perfect, but never was. Alix had four siblings with different dads, so getting toted all around made it less relaxing.  Learn how the two are trying to change things for their own families and the different traditions they've created. Oh and F**k that Elf! Happy holidays everyone!

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Explicit: No

S2Ep1: Introducing Alix

Release Date: 12/19/2022

Duration: 13 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: Welcome to season two of Motherful! Kayla has stepped back from recording for now, so Emi will be introducing you to her new co-host, Alix. You'll get to hear a little about Alix, the things she's passionate about, and some upcoming topics for season two!

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Explicit: No

Emi's Reaction: Healing After Family Abuse

Release Date: 11/28/2022

Duration: 14 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: Trigger Warning: Swearing, sexual abuse, assault, rape, abortion, trauma, incest In this episode, Emi sits down with her friend Mike to discuss the episode that Emi recorded with Hecate from Finding OK. Mike and Emi have been friends for almost 10 years, and there were still things he found out in the episode that shocked him. Link bellow to the full episode on Finding OK that Emi guest appeared on! Healing After Family Abuse - Finding OK - Healing After Sexual Assault and Abuse | Podcast on Spotify

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Explicit: No

Healing Family Trauma

Release Date: 7/15/2022

Duration: 42 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: TW: rape, incest, abuse, self-harm, drugs, suicide, alcohol, death, murder In this episode, Emi sits down with her cousin to talk about their r*pist grandfather. This cousin was the first person Emi told in her family about her abuse, and the man he once saw as his hero, his idol, instantly became a monster. Emi was the one abused, but it effected her whole family and how they now interact with each other. See how Emi has healed herself, while also helping heal her family.

Is Closed Captioned: No

Explicit: No

Dissecting Anger w/ Stew

Release Date: 6/11/2022

Duration: 45 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: TW: Anger, swearing, emotions Join Emi to talk to Mark, the creator of the Stew Anger Management Journal app. They talk about how the app can help people in their everyday life dispel anger by journaling, listening to nature sounds, breathwork, and daily challenges. Mark details why he created the app, who can use it, and his goals for the future. Then Emi and Mark talk about dissecting anger and what anger looks like to each person. It may not be the rage and violence that so many people associate with it, sometimes it can be passive, self-abuse, or so many more. Learn how to identify your anger so that you can nurture your emotions to live a happier life.

Is Closed Captioned: No

Explicit: No

Mystery Topic: Abortions

Release Date: 5/13/2022

Duration: 31 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: TW: rape, abortions, incest, swearing, children screaming in the background In this episode, Kayla surprises Emi with her mystery topic: Abortions. Emi was very surprised by Kayla's choice in topics, as she didn't know where Kayla would lie on the topic. Kayla did a lot of scientific factual research and falls pro-choice but doesn't believe she would get an abortion for herself. Emi is pro-choice and shares a sensitive story that Kayla didn't know about.  This episode was recorded a long time ago, and Emi and Kayla decided to delay the episode for a while because of the controversy behind it. With everything going on with Roe v Wade, now felt like the right time to publish it. We do not discuss anything with religion. We both fall on the pro-choice side, however we have compassion for people who identify as pro-life, and we ask you to do the same for us if you fall on that side. Please do not bash us for our opinions.

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Explicit: No

PREVIEW: Abortions

Release Date: 5/6/2022

Duration: 3 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: Please listen to this preview before listening to our full episode on Abortions. We fall on the pro-choice side for different reasons, and if you feel strongly as a pro-life person, you may want to skip listening to this episode. We will not tolerate any hate or bashing of us for our opinions. 

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Explicit: No

Seth's Story: Surviving Mayhem, Thriving Anew PART ONE

Release Date: 4/7/2022

Duration: 51 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: TW: Swearing, drugs, suicide, near death experience, religion, religious persecution, bullying, abuse Join Emi to talk to her friend Seth to hear his story. Seth is a member of the LGBTQ community and was raised in a conservative Christian household. From a young age Seth knew he would need to leave his hometown, and this was further cemented after being diagnosed with bipolar 2 in college and a near death experience. See house Seth survived mayhem to thrive anew and created a new life for himself, one he genuinely loves surrounded by people who accept him for all of his being. Then don't forget to check out Part Two for a Q&A with Seth about his bipolar diagnosis and how he learned to love himself!

Is Closed Captioned: No

Explicit: No

Seth's Story Part Two

Release Date: 4/5/2022

Duration: 40 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: TW: bipolar, swearing, LGBTQ, suicide, drugs, depression, religion, religious persecution  In Part Two of Seth's Story, Emi and Kayla have a Q&A session. He talks about how his bipolar diagnosis changed him, how he copes with that diagnosis, and how someone can support a person with bipolar in their own lives. Seth also reflects on how early intervention could help future kids who have gone through similar upbringings as him. 

Is Closed Captioned: No

Explicit: No

Co-Parenting Bonus: Mike's Advice

Release Date: 3/7/2022

Duration: 17 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: Join Emi and her uncle Mike to talk about co-parenting from a bio dads point of view. Not only is Mike the dad of two sons, he raises those two sons in separate co-parenting relationships, TWENTY YEARS A PART. Mike certainly has his fair share of experience in the field and is here to share his advice he learned along the way. Mike gives tips on how to enter into new relationships, how to raise kids with their best interests in mind, and how to get along with other co-parents in the arena!  Stick around to the end to hear a bonus interview with Mike's son Ben, as well as some duets between the two! 

Is Closed Captioned: No

Explicit: No

Co-parenting

Release Date: 3/7/2022

Duration: 49 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: TW: swearing (probably) Join Emi and Kayla in this episode to talk about co-parenting, something Kayla has a lot of experience with as a bonus mom. In today's society, there are lots of kids being raised in co-parenting households. Join us to talk about tips and tricks that can help navigate these not always easy times. Books mentioned for reference: Skirts at War by Jennifer Newcomb Marine and Jenna Korf & No One’s the Bitch by Jennifer Newcomb Marine and Carol Marine Websites: WF-lawyers.com & verywellfamily.com

Is Closed Captioned: No

Explicit: No

TRAILER: Co-parenting

Release Date: 3/3/2022

Duration: 5 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: Take a sneak peek at what Kayla and Emi will be talking about in their main episode of co-parenting. Kayla, a proud bonus mom of two and bio mom of one, has been through some ups and downs in her coparenting relationship, and we're here to dip our toes in the water with what we will be talking about!

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Explicit: No

Toxic Relationships

Release Date: 2/21/2022

Duration: 48 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: *Trigger Warning: Possible swearing, infidelity, mention of drug use, abuse, family abuse* Everyone talks about toxic people, but what makes someone toxic? In this episode Kayla and Emi talk about their experiences with toxic people in relationships, friendships, and families. Know what red flags are in people in order to identify if you're in a toxic relationship. Being aware of the warning signs can help you resolve issues and possibly even escape that relationship. Everyone knows someone who is toxic, and it is okay not to give them access to your life. You are not alone, and you deserve to be happy. 

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Explicit: No

Love Languages

Release Date: 2/14/2022

Duration: 41 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: Trigger Warning: Children Shrieking and crying briefly in the background Want to know how to improve your relationships with your partner, your friends, or your family? Check out this episode with Emi and Kayla as they talk about the importance of knowing your own and the people around you's love languages! Do you like when your partner compliments your achievements but instead they just buy you presents? Do you need more quality time with your friends? This episode can help you evaluate your relationships and give you guidance on how to talk with the people you care about to (hopefully) become happier!  Not only is this a SURPRISE Valentine's Day episode, neither Emi or Kayla actually swore the entire episode, so we don't need to give it an explicit tag! References: 5LoveLanguages.com and Ted Talk by George Blair-West

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Explicit: No

Birth Stories: Planned & Unexpected PART TWO

Release Date: 2/6/2022

Duration: 36 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: *Trigger Warning: Adult Content, Depression, Anxiety, Eating Disorder, Post-Partum Depression, Adoption, Swearing* In PART TWO of Birth Stories, Kayla and Emi talk about their journeys to motherhood. Kayla talks about being pregnant and struggling with her eating disorder, as well as planning a wedding. Emi talks about mental health struggles from her SURPRISE pregnancy and finding a support system outside of her family, as well as contemplating adoption. Kayla's sister Alyssa is also with us this episode and we each give our advice and take aways from our individual experiences. Don't forget to check out Part One of Birth Stories to listen to Alyssa's birth story with her two boys and exploring the natural birth plan.

Is Closed Captioned: No

Explicit: No

Birth Stories: Planned & Unexpected PART ONE

Release Date: 2/6/2022

Duration: 36 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: Trigger Warning: Adult content, Swearing, Post-Partum Depression, Anxiety In Part One of Birthing Stories, Kayla and Emi sit down with Kayla's sister Alyssa to talk all things natural birthing. Alyssa tells her stories from her two pregnancies. She talks to us about birthing classes, doulas, natural birthing methods, and her struggles during delivery.  Then go listen to part two where Kayla and I talk about our birthing experiences. Each of us go through such different experiences, that it's a beautiful reminder how different everyone's journey to motherhood looks like.

Is Closed Captioned: No

Explicit: No

Aussie Chats: United States v. Australia

Release Date: 1/24/2022

Duration: 40 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: Do you love an accent? So do we! In this episode Emi got to sit down with her old AUSTRALIAN friend, Casey, who she met during a foreign exchange program in high school. Casey (in her marvelous Aussie accent) talks about her favorite U.S. memories, her least favorite parts of the U.S. and tells you about life DOWN UNDER.  We talk seafood, spiders, kangaroos, and much more!  This episode doesn't talk about a specific social cause, but we do compare and contrast the two countries and discuss mental health, education systems, and gun laws!

Is Closed Captioned: No

Explicit: No

Mystery Topic: Dog Breeding

Release Date: 1/9/2022

Duration: 45 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: **Trigger Warning: animal abuse, puppy mills, animal cruelty** In our first mystery topic, Emi surprised Kayla by discussing the pros and cons of dog breeding, specifically the unethical commonality of puppy mills. The pros of getting a new doggo? Companionship and all the luvins. The cons? You need to do your research in order to know where your new furry friend is coming from. (There are way more pros and cons, but I guess you'll need to listen to find out!)

Is Closed Captioned: No

Explicit: No

BONUS CLIP: Kayla's Story

Release Date: 1/2/2022

Duration: 10 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: *Trigger Warning- eating disorders, body dysmorphia, depression* During recording, there were a few missing things Emi wanted to address with Kayla about her eating disorder, so SURPRISE, you get a bonus clip!

Is Closed Captioned: No

Explicit: No

Kayla's Story: Divorcing ED

Release Date: 12/31/2021

Duration: 40 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: *Trigger Warning: Eating Disorder, Swearing, Depression* It’s not all about food: that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Just like any addiction, an eating disorder is fueled by the addiction to control, to the sense of power. Like a dark, unlit alley in the middle of the city, an eating disorder, or ED, will lure you down his dark path with no notion of return. Join Kayla as she discusses her battle with ED, detailing wins, losses and all of her efforts to finalize divorce papers with him.

Is Closed Captioned: No

Explicit: No

Emi's Story: Childhood Sexual Assault

Release Date: 11/14/2021

Duration: 33 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: *WARNING: This episode may contain some triggering topics and sensitive information. Please listen at your own discretion!* In this episode, we will discuss Emi's experience with sexual assault, her path to disclosure, her personal growth and her aspirations to help others. 

Is Closed Captioned: No

Explicit: No

Ep 1: Who We Are

Release Date: 10/14/2021

Duration: 26 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: In this episode, you will learn more about who we are both as mothers, friends and sisters from different misters and why we choose to come together to create this podcast. 

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Explicit: No

Motherful: Why a Podcast?

Release Date: 10/11/2021

Duration: 1 Mins

Authors: Kayla

Description: Why did we want to begin a podcast? Who are we? This is a little snipit of the who, what and why of Motherful. 

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Explicit: No