Slim and Thick W.C. Podcast

In this episode, Slim and Thick discuss their recent international trip to Tokyo. They provide updates on their podcast and website, including the launch of their YouTube channel. They also share personal updates on their careers, with Thick transitioning to a new job and pursuing her LCSW, and Slim continuing to work at the same place. The conversation then focuses on their experiences in Tokyo, including their itinerary, the culture, the food, and the public transportation system. They recommend planning and organizing trips in advance and highlighting the importance of self-care and taking time off. Thick shares helpful tips and recommendations for traveling in Japan in this conversation. She discusses the convenience of shipping luggage, the benefits of packing cubes, and the amenities hotels provide. She also talks about the abundance of convenience stores and their variety of products. Thick highlights the importance of caring for your feet while traveling and suggests using insoles and soaking your feet in a bath. She also provides insights into using eSIM cards for internet access and navigating the public transportation system. Slim and Thick share their experiences at theme parks and recommendations for those long lines. She concludes by mentioning the resources on their website and social media platforms.

Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss their recent concert experience and meet and greet with artist Mahalia. They talk about the affordability of tickets and compare it to other concerts they have attended. They also share their thoughts on concert etiquette and the importance of being considerate to other attendees. The hosts highlight the organized meet and greet process and the personal interaction they had with Mahalia. They also mention the joy of connecting with other concertgoers who share a love for music. The conversation discusses the concert experience, including the opener Alicia Creti and the main event Mahalia. The hosts share their personal experiences and highlight the unique aspects of each performance. In this conversation, Shannon and Caryn discuss their experience attending a Mahalia concert in Phoenix, Arizona. They highlight the formation of a friend group and the positive and organic atmosphere at the concert. They also share their stress-free experience and the excellent vibes throughout the event. The conversation takes a humorous turn as they recount their expensive shopping spree at CVS and their struggles with the hotel's AC and Wi-Fi. They contrast their experience in Phoenix with their previous trips to Las Vegas and discuss the kindness of strangers they encountered. Overall, they express their satisfaction with the concert experience and invite the community to share their own concert experiences and suggestions for future topics. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Recent News 01:29 Review of Mahalia's Albums 06:11 Concert Etiquette 10:18 Affordability of Tickets 11:19 Small Venue Experience 19:03 Smooth Check-in Process 20:03 Personal Interaction with Mahalia 22:22 Connecting with Other Concertgoers 23:20 Concert Experience 29:19 Opener: Alicia Creti 39:58 Main Event: Mahalia 45:29 The Formation of a Friend Group 46:11 An Organic and Stress-Free Experience 47:09 The Best Concert Experience 48:02 The CVS Shopping Spree 49:14 The Hotel Experience 50:11 The Quest for Food 51:25 The AC and Wi-Fi Struggles 52:23 The Kindness of Strangers 55:21 The Contrast with Las Vegas 57:28 The Overall Experience 01:03:48 Engaging the Community 01:05:23 Inviting Suggestions for Future Topics 01:06:40 Closing Remarks

Check out the website for more resources and information! Please check out Love and Compromise the album on Spotify! Listen on Spotify: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/Tiky73WJ8Ab Follow and Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slimandthickpodcast Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slimandthickw.c.podcast/ Visit the website: https://www.slimandthickwcpodcast.com Chapters: Introduction Hide Out I Wished I Missed My Ex Simmer Feat. Burna Boy Good Company Feat. Terrance Martin Regular People Feat. Hamzaa and Lucky Daye Karma/He's Mine What You Did Feat. Ella Mai Do Not Disturb Richie Consistency Square 1 Artist Overview Singles Outro References COLORS. (2017, September 18). Mahalia - Sober | A COLORS SHOW [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QK7JQl9jNzM DIFFUS. (2019, December 16). Mahalia talks about her debut album “Love And Compromise” | DIFFUS [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoacFc1IGeA Mahalia. (2018, June 1). Mahalia - I Wish I Missed My Ex [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7kT52xL-7g Mahalia. (2019a, July 17). Mahalia - Simmer (feat. Burna Boy) [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxjpzUgZvbo Mahalia. (2019b, September 9). Mahalia - What You Did (feat. Ella Mai) [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azA0RJMUK0E Mahalia. (2021a, July 16). Mahalia - Whenever You’re Ready [Official Video] [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9C-7_y453WY Mahalia. (2021b, September 30). Mahalia - Roadside (Feat. AJ Tracey) [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vyro-LqQuEI Mahalia. (2022a, February 17). Mahalia - Letter To Ur Ex [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZErsP0zAGWQ Mahalia. (2022b, April 27). Mahalia - In The Club [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tktsJBWSJ2U Mahalia - Hide Out Lyrics | Musixmatch. (2023, April 2). musiXmatch. https://www.musixmatch.com/lyrics/Mahalia/Hide-Out Mahalia - I Wish I Missed My Ex Lyrics | Musixmatch. (2023, June 5). musiXmatch. https://www.musixmatch.com/lyrics/Mahalia/I-Wish-I-Missed-My-Ex Mahalia - Plastic Plants Lyrics | Musixmatch. (2023, June 5). musiXmatch. https://www.musixmatch.com/lyrics/Mahalia/Plastic-Plants Mahalia Burkmar. (n.d.). BOA | Imagine Everything. https://www.boa-academy.co.uk/page/?title=Mahalia+Burkmar&pid=43 Mahalia feat. Burna Boy - Simmer (feat. Burna Boy) Lyrics | Musixmatch. (2023, June 5). musiXmatch. https://www.musixmatch.com/lyrics/Mahalia-feat-Burna-Boy/Simmer Mahalia feat. Ella Mai - What You Did (feat. Ella Mai) Lyrics | Musixmatch. (2023, June 5). musiXmatch. https://www.musixmatch.com/lyrics/Mahalia/What-You-Did Mahalia feat. Rico Nasty - Jealous (feat. Rico Nasty) Lyrics | Musixmatch. (2023, June 10). musiXmatch. https://www.musixmatch.com/lyrics/Mahalia-Rico-Nasty/Jealous-Rico-Nasty MahaliaVEVO. (2023, April 28). Mahalia - Terms & Conditions (Live) - Vevo Studio Performance [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0ahERY9kb0 MTV News. (2019, October 16). Mahalia Performs “What You Did,” “Simmer” & More + EXCLUSIVE Interview About New Album | MTV News [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YPdqAFUB18 Neo Elite. (2019, November 26). Mahalia Interview | Millennials in Music [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=848FvDSkK1o Rose, O. (2019). [The singer was tipped for success on the BBC’s Sound of 2019 list] (M. Savage, Interviewer). In BBC. https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-47854958 take a leaf - film clips. (2020, April 30). “To Compromise? For What?!” - All by Myself: The Eartha Kitt Story (1982) - REMASTERED [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vyN3eBRYcDo

Music can do a many splendid things, it can heal and it can motivate. Slim and I LOVE our beats, but especially when we come across new music for us to enjoy. Sit down with your girls as we discuss this interesting musical experience and our personal reactions. Examining the artist Tove Love and her first independently released album, we review the synth-pop vibes mixed with lyrics that deal with subjects like dramatic love to self-doubt. Disclaimer: The views in this discussion are ours and we are reacting to the work at hand. The interpretation is biased because we are seeing it through our lens and our own personal experiences, but we do realize that everyone experiences music differently. This is us sharing our thoughts and views of experiencing this art, which we encourage others to do as well. Nobody should strive to be anything they are not, but we should all strive to open to challenging our own views or exploring why we hold them.  Chapters 1:00 Work is Work 11:00 Introduction to Tove Love 22:00 Criticism of Dirt Femme (Review by Peyton Thomas) 26:00 The Rebuttal 30:00 An Unanswered Question 33:00 No One Dies From Love 36:00 Suburbia 46:00 True Romance Check out the album here on Spotify Dirt Femme Songs Referenced No One Dies From Love Suburbia 2 Die 4 True Romance (True Romance Movie Synopsis) Grapefruit Pineapple Slice Support the Podcast! Listen on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/slimthickwcpodcast Follow and Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slimandthickpodcast Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slimandthickw.c.podcast/ Visit the website: https://www.slimandthickwcpodcast.com

The ladies sit down to get a bit tipsy and discuss some random topics. The ladies discuss community engagement, specifically the barriers that can be frustrating when you are trying to progressively engage in change in your community. The odds can seem to be stacked against you especially when it feels so overwhelming to have to overhaul your language, the way you spend your money, and who you support publicly. While these barriers are not an excuse not to try, the ladies also discuss why it is important to recognize those that are doing the work and trying. Also try to provide more means of addressing those barriers so that people can realistically engage without it putting them in a more vulnerable position. Slim and I try to allow ourselves some grace and we grow, so that we don't get too discouraged. We hope that others feel more encouraged and supported to make changes in this space as well.  Support the Podcast! Listen on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/slimthickwcpodcast Follow and Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slimandthickpodcast Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slimandthickw.c.podcast/ Visit the website: https://www.slimandthickwcpodcast.com

PLEASE VOTE, local elections are extremely important and determine a great deal of the legislation that goes into effect on the state level. Local elections also matter because it can shift the power in Congress and Nevada is a battleground state this year with Arizona and several other states who could determine the legislative agenda for the years to come. Now more than ever it is important to get involved and to exercise that right to vote, especially because others are having that right threatened. Sit down with us as we go through the ballot to discuss the different races, the positions up for election, and why voting in every race matters. Polling Stations and Locations: 2022 General Election - Early Voting Sites & Polling Locations For more information on voting please check out our website and the Political Engagement Resources. There is more information as well on our Local Government Page which explains the different duties of each branch of our state government.  Democratic Socialists of America - Las Vegas Chapter has a comprehensive Voting Guide to help with filling out your ballot. Battle Born Progress has a 2022 Voting Guide that explains the 3 Ballot Questions.  The Nevada Independent has a section dedicated to examining the judicial candidates on the ballot check it out here.  The Nevada Current has information on policies and candidates as well. 

The ladies are here to be messy!!! Join us as we sit down and talk about the "Try Guys's Situation" and the ramifications for everyone involved. Slim gets on her soap box to give us the 101 on her thoughts on cheating specifically, while Thick discusses how grief and loss and present itself in another form such as losing a friend. It's spooky season so grab your drinking challices and join the conversation! 0 minuetes - Professionals need Grace 20 minuetes - Try Guys Topic Introduction 21 minutes - Try Guys Summary 27 minuetes - Scandal Summary 30 minutes - Scandal Fallout 37 minutes - Nia Long Story 44 minutes - Cheating 101 according to Slim 54 minutes - Grief and Loss 101 according to Thick 1 hr 11 minutes - Jeffrey Dahmer Movie and True Crime Bad Movies and a Beat - Kennie J.D. Kimberly Foster Support the Podcast! Listen on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/slimthickwcpodcast Follow and Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slimandthickpodcast Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slimandthickw.c.podcast/ Visit the website: https://www.slimandthickwcpodcast.com

The Slim and Thick Podcast is a space for those in the community. Join two black femmes as they unapologetically take up space to provide knowledge, resources, and dialogue on current important topics. From politics to Tik Tok, two sisters provide an inclusive space for community organizers and marginalized populations to gather for a moment in a space made for them. It's a labor of love from us to the community that we love to serve. On the website, you can access more information about the podcast as well as the resources that are utilized to provide content on the show! Link to Website: slimthickpodcast.com Study And Relax by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5764-study-and-relax License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Sit down with the girls and talk about licensing exams.... the preparation, the test anxiety, and the relief of getting it over with. We share our tactics and strategies on how we passed our respective exams. We give a vote of confidence to those about to take their exams, with a couple of laughs of course.  Support the Podcast! Listen on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/slimthickwcpodcast Follow and Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slimandthickpodcast Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slimandthickw.c.podcast/ Visit the website: https://www.slimandthickwcpodcast.com

Mental Health is hard to work on and hard to maintain even after doing all the work to get on track. Join the girls as they discuss their own mental health journeys and how they have dealt with their own mental health needs. Slim discusses manifestation and how she sees herself being "in the present" which has helped open her up to positive experiences in her life. Thick discusses her recovery as a perfectionist and how she is dealing with trying to look inward for validation rather than from extrinsic sources.  Clarify: Thick is struggle bussing (we are not always at our best and that is okay), but she is basically saying that she feels that societal expectations put on young people to fit a certain mold or attain certain accomplishments from society has led to many people who are unsure of themselves if they do not attain those specific trappings of success. Parents feel pressure to make their children into these academic and child prodigies that if they do not fulfill those expectations then they end up slightly broken and unsure about what to do. Thick is not saying parents are bad or good, or how to parent but rather that what happens to the children who aren't doctors, lawyers, or nurses? Are these kids looked at the same or as having the same value as those other kids, if not then what is our society saying about our value as human beings. It's greatly wrapped up in these achievements and without them, what do we do with those that don't quite fit? Support the podcast! You can now subscribe or make donations, which helps us improve the podcast for you! Social Media Listen on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/slimthickwcpodcast Follow and Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slimandthickpodcast Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slimandthickw.c.podcast/ Visit the website: https://www.slimandthickwcpodcast.com

CW: Discussions about abortion and pregnancy, we understand that this is a sensitive topic and that it affects every femme person differently. There is no graphic language, but there is mention of sexual assault, rape, pregnancy, abortion, and death.  Sit down with the girls as they discuss the overturning of Roe V. Wade and the resulting implications for many marginalized groups so far. Also the girls cover how there is additionally new laws that target not only the people seeking the procedure, but also providers are being targeted by utilizing Mandatory Reporting Laws to come after their licenses. Just as Texas's Anti-Trans Bill utilized Reporting Laws to have professionals report on gender-affirming care treatment to the Department of Family Services, which resulted in many families suspected of allowing trans-children in the family to get gender-affirming care become separated by removing the child from the home pending an investigation of "abuse" in the home. These laws threaten to take away a providers license and ability to practice in their respected field, something that takes years to achieve and for some there are even more barriers than others. But we need providers with marginalized backgrounds and we shouldn't be threatening the ones doing this important work in our communities. The Slim and Thick WC Podcast strongly opposes the laws and practices being implemented which intend to intimidate and harass not only individuals seeking proper care, but also the providers of that care as well to the point that providers are now having to suspend specific services out of fear for their practice or license. Please join the conversation and thank you for the support from our listeners so far, without you there is no podcast and we truly appreciate all you do to make our community what it is. We actively look to provide more resources and information to help us further support those engaged in this fight.  References British Pregnancy Advisory Service. (2015). The Abortion Pill. https://www.bpas.org/abortion-care/abortion-treatments/the-abortion-pill/ Guttmacher Institute. (2022, July 27). An Overview of Abortion Laws. https://www.guttmacher.org/state-policy/explore/overview-abortion-laws# Totenberg, N., & McCammon, S. (2022, June 24). NPR Cookie Consent and Choices. NPR. https://choice.npr.org/index.html?origin=https://www.npr.org/2022/06/24/1102305878/supreme-court-abortion-roe-v-wade-decision-overturn Please Support the Podcast! Listen on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/slimthickwcpodcast Like and Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slimandthickpodcast Like and Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slimandthickw.c.podcast/ Visit our Website: https://www.slimandthickwcpodcast.com

What makes a type a degree valuable? What is considered a "marketable" skill? Who gets to determine these things? Sit down with your girls as we discuss these topics and catch you up on what's been going on in our lives. From Slim's recent "close encounter" at work and Thick's Discussion on the labor market.  Chapters Introduction Slim's Big News Thick's Mini Tangent The Labor Debate Trade School v University Slim's Very Bad Day Labor v. Value Thick Plays Devil's Advocate The Job Market Please Support the Podcast! Social Media Listen on Anchor Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Visit our Website

I know it's been a minute, but sit down and catch up with your girls on what's been going on in our professional lives. Slim has been upped her Nursing game and Thick is full on in Social Work Mode at her school. Plus also enjoy an injection of happy as we celebrate the ending of the school year and most of all you all. Yes, you all if anyone hasn't told you we see you and appreciate it all you do for the community. Sit back and relax as we discuss how far we've come, as well as give you permission to appreciate the fact that you are that THAT BITCH now and forever.  Social Media Website: slimandthickwcpodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slimandthickpodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slimandthickw.c.podcast/

"Florida's House of Representatives passed HB 1557, also known as the "Don't Say Gay" bill, on Thursday. The Republican-backed bill, which would restrict teachers and school districts from openly discussing gender identity and topics surrounding sexuality in the classroom, passed 69-47 and now moves to the Florida Senate for further debate (Zoe 2022). If passed, the legislation would go into effect for the 2022-2023 school year. As CBS Miami reports, HB 1557 prohibits instruction on sexual orientation or gender identity in kindergarten through third grade, and, in other grade levels, bars discussion that is not "age or developmentally appropriate." It would also allow parents to sue school districts that go against the law" (Zoe 2022). Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Gov. Greg Abbott have outlawed gender-affirming health care for trans minors. In the drafted opinion letter in favor of the policy, drafted by Governor Greg Abbott and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton they stated that: "As OAG Opinion No. KP-0401 makes clear, it is already against the law to subject Texas children to a wide variety of elective procedures for gender transitioning, including reassignment surgeries that can cause sterilization, mastectomies, removals of otherwise healthy body parts, and administration of puberty-blocking drugs or supraphysiologic doses of testosterone or estrogen. See TEX. FAM. CODE § 261.001(1)(A)–(D) (defining “abuse”). Texas law imposes reporting requirements upon all licensed professionals who have direct contact with children who may be subject to such abuse, including doctors, nurses, and teachers, and provides criminal penalties for failure to report such child abuse. See id. §§ 261.101(b), 261.109(a-1). There are similar reporting requirements and criminal penalties for members of the general public. See id. §§ 261.101(a), 261.109(a)." (Office of the Attorney General 2022) References BBC News. (2022, February 24). Florida House of Representatives passes “Don’t Say Gay” bill. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-60514226 Office of the Attorney General. (2022). Whether certain medical procedures performed on children constitute child abuse Letter (Opinion No. KP-0401). Texas House of Representatives. https://gov.texas.gov/uploads/files/press/O-MastersJaime202202221358.pdf Stern, M. J. (2022, February 23). Texas’ Trans Kids Are Targets in a Brutal GOP Culture War. Slate Magazine. https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2022/02/greg-abbott-transgender-children-health-care-ban.html Zoe, Z. (2022, February 25). Florida House passes controversial “Don’t Say Gay” bill. CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/florida-lgbtq-bill-controversy-dont-say-gay/

"The American Library Association said its Office for Intellectual Freedom reported 273 books were affected by censorship attempts in 2020, many with content that highlighted race, gender and sexuality. Since September alone, there have been at least 230 challenges, the organization said in an email."(Bellamy-Walker 2022). Happy Black History Month! To all our myelinated brothers and sisters, stay being awesome and to our nonmyelinated ones please pull up a seat so we can talk. Please join the conversation as your girls explore their perspectives on these book bans that are occurring in these school districts, these conversations are extremely important not just during Black History Month but just in general. You know your girls love a great book and representation matters so much, especially for kids in marginalized communities. From sexuality to gender to racial identity, our kids need us to ensure that the media they consume reflects them in some way. IT MATTERS to them and the future generations that will leave their own marks on the world.  References Bellamy-Walker, T. (2022, January 21). Book bans in schools are catching fire. Black authors say uproar isn’t about students. NBC News. https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/book-bans-schools-are-catching-fire-black-authors-say-uproar-isnt-stud-rcna10228

On Tuesday, January 18 in the Clark County School District "the school district said its nurses had contacted 1,409 employees during the pause and cleared 1,068 to return to work. They also contacted 4,057 parents and cleared 2,324 students to return" (Wootton-Greener, 2022). The following day on Wednesday, January 19, "more than 300,000 Clark County School District students and 40,000 employees returned to class after a five-day “pause,” but it was not clear how many didn’t attend, either because of COVID-19 or for some other reason" (Wootton-Greener, 2022). Oy vey! If you are struggling mentally, physically, spiritually, and emotionally with this pandemic we completely understand. Thick sits down with Slim to discuss her Holiday Blues and her feelings about ANOTHER year in this panorama.  Those that have lost loved ones and have had a difficult time during this pandemic, our hearts go out to you and we hope to provide care in the knowledge that we are here for those in our community here in Vegas and all over the world. Thank you for listening, but more importantly take care of yourselves and each other this year. You deserve it. Also so all the parents, staff, frontline workers, and other caregivers who are still struggling through it, we again want you to know that you're not alone. We see you and we want to hear you too.  References Wootton-Greener, J. (2022, January 20). Unclear whether CCSD’s staffing situation improved during 5-day ‘pause.’ Las Vegas Review-Journal. https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/education/unclear-whether-ccsds-staffing-situation-improved-during-5-day-pause-2515781/

Do you remember the time...sit down with Slim and Thick to reminisce about some of our favorite books from the past. It is a always a fun time and your girls are here to make it even more of an insightful conversation. Come join in on the fun.  The Slim and Thick Podcast is a space for those in the community. Join two black femmes as they unapologetically take up space to provide knowledge, resources, and dialogue on current important topics. From politics to Tik Tok, two sisters provide an inclusive space for community organizers and marginalized populations to gather for a moment in a space made for them. It's a labor of love from us to the community that we love to serve. On the website, you can access more information on the podcast and resources: slimandthickwcpodcast.com

Life is hard and the Holidays can be even harder. Your girls are back for a New Year, but same problems. Join us as we review our Holidays and how we survived another pandemic filled season. If you are out there tired and a little bit frustrated we understand, we are here for you, and most importantly we SEE you. From all those working 9 to 5 and advocating for workers' rights to those just trying to do your best to get your family through another holiday season safely. We appreciate you and your community is lucky to have you.  Website: slimandthickwcpodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slimandthickpodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slimandthickw.c.podcast/

"About one in five healthcare workers has left their job since the pandemic started." (Yong 2021). When Slim and I saw this, we knew that we HAD to talk about it because we both are in the helping profession. Our helpers are NOT FINE and we really need to stop long enough to talk about it. Nurses, Social Workers, Doctors, Therapists, and the like are all burning out faster than can be replaced. Especially those just entering the field deciding to leave altogether after only a few months. Our healthcare system has always been in a precarious position, but just like how PPE was a finite resource so is the available amount of professionals that we have to do the life-saving work that goes down everyday in communities all across the United States. From physical illness to mental illness, we are battling pandemics on multiple fronts not to mention social issues that advocates work on diligently everyday. All these jobs are mentally, emotionally, and physically taxing which isn't surprising to us that so many professionals involved in these fields from the very top down to the grassroots are burning out. But what is alarming is that it's happening rapidly and to young, brand new professionals who drop out of the helping field all together. Our healthcare system was not designed to operate at this capacity and as we head into another year of a pandemic with a rise in mental health issues as well as the social issues like housing getting harder to be addressed, we will need MORE professionals not less. So this time the helpers need help and we need to stop long enough come together as a community so we can have this discussion. Pull up a seat and lets start a discussion... Reference Yong, E. (2021, November 18). Why Health-Care Workers Are Quitting in Droves. The Atlantic. Retrieved December 17, 2021, from https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2021/11/the-mass-exodus-of-americas-health-care-workers/620713/

The Slim and Thick W.C. Podcast is a space for those in the community. Join two black femmes as they unapologetically take up space to provide knowledge, resources, and dialogue on current important topics. From politics to Tik Tok, two sisters provide an inclusive space for community organizers and marginalized populations to gather for a moment in a space made for them. It's a labor of love from us to the community that we love to serve. Nursing can be described as both an art and a science; a heart and a mind. At its heart, lies a fundamental respect for human dignity and an intuition for a patient's needs. This is supported by the mind, in the form of rigorous core learning. Due to the vast range of specialisms and complex skills in the nursing profession, each nurse will have specific strengths, passions, and expertise. Slim has been pursuing her Nursing Degree for awhile now and we finally had time to sit down and talk to her about her experience in school. This interview has been a long time in the works and we are so excited to share her perspective going through Nursing School. I wanted these types of sit downs since I started our Career Series where our Career Guides for students are housed. So check out the interview and the website for all the content!  WE appreciate and extend heartfelt gratitude for all the workers, professionals, and students in our community who have been working so hard through this time of the Pandemic. WE also hope to provide support and let you know that we see you as well as all the struggles that have gone on this past year. Be it student debt and day-to-day grind of just trying to motivate yourself to get through another anxiety filled class to the parents/caregivers who shoulder on at work while juggling their own financial and mental health needs. WE see you and we appreciate you, here's to hoping that more support is garnered for all who desperately need it. Until then we will try to do what we can on our end. Thank you again.  8 mins - Slim's Mental Health Episode 14 mins - The Story 22 mins - The Cost of an Education 27 mins - Workplace Violence 37 mins - We Eat Our Young Visit the Website for more information and resources: slimandthickwcpodcast.com Like and Follow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slimandthickpodcast/ Listen to us on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/slimthickwcpodcast

It’s that time of year again! The exams, the schedules, the notes, and the stress. Your girls are here to help impart some wisdom to hopefully help you survive another school year. As always we would love to hear from you! Visit Our Website: slimthickpodcast.com Like and Follow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slimandthickpodcast Join our Facebook Group: Slim and Thick Community Follow Us on Instagram: slimandthickw.c.podcast

Disclaimer: We here at the Slim and Thick Podcast are fully vaccinated as are most of our family members. We respect all individuals autonomy and you do not have to take to heart any of the perspectives given in this episode. We are as speaking from personal experience combined with information from other sources and concern for our community. As always viewer discretion is advised we are discussing sensitive topics like vaccination, mental health, and issues related to discrimination. It's that time of year again! Back to school and back to the grind of it all. Sit down with us as your girls cover the latest news in our usual bombastic way from Slim's Summer Class struggles to Thick's Pandemic Fatigue, is it 2022 yet? As always we would love to hear from you! Visit Our Website: slimthickpodcast.com Like and Follow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slimandthickpodcast Join our Facebook Group: Slim and Thick Community Follow Us on Instagram: slimandthickw.c.podcast

Slim and Thick are allies, this month is all about making space and giving the mic to the LGBTQIA+ community! We are so excited to have as our second guest on the show Christopher Brace who runs Prism Counseling, his own private practice that specializes in  LGBTQIA affirmative care. He’s smart, talented, and accepting new clients! We can’t wait to have you join the conversation with us. Thank you Christopher for all you do in the community! References Ronan, W. (2021, April 22). 2021 Slated to Become Worst Year for LGBTQ State Legislative Attacks as Unprecedented Number of States Poised to Enact Record-Shattering Number of Anti-LGBTQ Measures Into Law. HRC. https://www.hrc.org/press-releases/2021-slated-to-become-worst-year-for-lgbtq-state-legislative-attacks Rowan Ellis. (2019, August 21). Liberation vs Assimilation in Queer Cinema [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L2KvWP5_Q9k Tee Noir. (2021, June 14). Does the Media Have an Obsession With Queer Pain? [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CEfhxN2gQs Wamsley, L. (2021, June 2). NPR Cookie Consent and Choices. NPR. https://choice.npr.org/index.html?origin=https://www.npr.org/2021/06/02/996319297/gender-identity-pronouns-expression-guide-lgbtq Social Media Website: slimthickpodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slimandthickpodcast Facebook Group: Slim and Thick Community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slimandthickpodcast/ Christopher Brrayce's Private Practice: prismlgbtqcounseling.com/ Pivot Program: https://thecenterlv.org/article/pivot

What is Mental Healthcare and what does it look like? Sitting down with us is our first guest on the podcast, where Slim and Thick discuss many aspects of mental healthcare. We are so proud to have you join the conversation with Kaelyn Griffin, a graduate-level Psychology student at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.  Agenda Guest Introduction Defining Mental Health Social Determinants for Mental Health Barriers to Mental Healthcare Finding a Mental Health Provider and Challenges Therapist vs. Psychologist vs. Counselor Mental Health Literacy Self-Care for professionals  Equality vs. Equity Social Media Website: slimthickpodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slimandthickpodcast Facebook Group: Slim and Thick Community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slimandthickpodcast/ Career Guides: Slim and Thick Career Guides References Carroll, H. (2015, December). Overlooked in the Undercounted. Treatment Advocacy Center. https://www.treatmentadvocacycenter.org/overlooked-in-the-undercounted Dockray, H. (2019, May 30). Self-care isn’t enough. We need community care to thrive. Mashable. https://mashable.com/article/community-care-versus-self-care/?europe=true McConaghie Counseling. (2020, December 21). What is LCSW, APC, LPC, LAPC, LAMFT, LMSW, RPT, RPT/S, NCC, CPCS, MMFC? https://mcconaghiecounseling.com/what-is-lcsw-apc-lpc-rpt-rpts-ncc-cpcs/ MSM Chapter 400 - Mental Health and Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services. Nevada Department of Health and Human Services. (2021). Retrieved 11 April 2021, from http://dhcfp.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/dhcfpnvgov/content/Resources/AdminSupport/Manuals/MSM/C400/MSM_400_21_03_31.pdf. Parity. Medicaid.gov. (2021). Retrieved 11 April 2021, from https://www.medicaid.gov/medicaid/benefits/behavioral-health-services/parity/index.html. Quandt, K. R., & Jones, A. (2021, May 13). Research Roundup: Incarceration can cause lasting damage to mental health. Prison Policy Initiative. https://www.prisonpolicy.org/blog/2021/05/13/mentalhealthimpacts/ Saling, J. (2010, January 29). Guide to Psychiatry and Counseling. WebMD. https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/guide-to-psychiatry-and-counseling Wilson, S. (2021, March 3). Counselor vs. Therapist vs. Psychologist | Human Services Edu. Human Services Guide. https://www.humanservicesedu.org/counselor-vs-psych-vs-therapist/ World Health Organization. (2014). Social determinants of mental health. https://apps.who.int/iris/bitstream/handle/10665/112828/9789241506809_eng.pdf;jsessionid=9134336CACECBD61A15C0117321BF863?sequence=1

Content curation is the process of gathering information relevant to a particular topic or area of interest, usually with the intention of adding value through the process of selecting, organizing, and looking after the items in a collection or exhibition (“Toonami Wiki | Fandom,” 2009). Toonami was the curator of anime culture and content to an American audience, which was done in a tasteful and meaningful manner (kaptainkristian, 2017). Toonami is an animated programming block that formerly aired on Cartoon Network and currently airs on Adult Swim, the programming block is geared toward action animation, mostly consisting of American cartoons and Japanese anime. Toonami is notable mostly because of its Japanese anime content. The name is a combination of the words cartoon and tsunami, suggesting that the block is a "tidal wave" of animated shows (“Toonami Wiki | Fandom,” 2009). Sit down with us as we discuss the amazing history and lasting legacy that Toonami has had not only on the generation before, but currently as it was revived by a dedicated fanbase who are still thriving today having made a home for Japenese Anime Culture in the United States for young and older millennials alike.  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slimandthickpodcast Anchor Link: https://anchor.fm/slimthickpodcast Website: slimthickpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slimandthickpodcast/ References Bonsai Pop. (2020, March 7). Toonami’s Lasting Legacy [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4sNeFFkv0U Channel Awesome. (2019, May 1). Toonami - Nostalgia Critic [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLuFS4XRRQU Content curation. (2021, April 10). In Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Content_curation Richie Branson. (2012, May 27). @richiebranson - #ToonamisBackBitches [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29MIkOROI0M Get In The Robot. (2018, December 14). How Toonami Changed Anime Forever: Creating a New Generation of Anime Fans | Get In The Robot [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UnjfzQRCYWQ kaptainkristian. (2017, January 19). Toonami - A History of Broadcast Anime [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Et4vu4lpPI SlimD716. (2013, April 2). Toonami - Tom Introduction [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1Fp9ECthdY SuperSaiyanGokuTV. (2012, April 13). Toonami- Tom’s Farewell [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oz9ju0GmMGs Toonami Wiki | Fandom. (2009, November 8). In Toonami Wiki. https://toonami.fandom.com/wiki/Toonami_Wiki ToonamiHDTV. (2012, April 1). Toonami Returns (April 1st, 2012) [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AjoFj8LHDgc

The girls are back and we missed you all!  The Slim and Thick W.C. Podcast is a  space for those in the community. Join two black femmes as they unapologetically take up space to provide knowledge, resources, and dialogue on current important topics. From politics to Tik Tok, two sisters provide an inclusive space for community organizers and marginalized populations to gather for a moment in a space made for them. It's a labor of love from us to the community that we love to serve. Get ready for round two with COVID-19 updates, graduations, careers starting, new faces, interviews, and more things getting back to "normal". There is a lot to catch up on and talk about. So sit back, relax, and join the conversation with us... it's sure to be a good one.  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slimandthickpodcast Anchor Link: https://anchor.fm/slimthickpodcast Website: slimthickpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slimandthickpodcast/

The  Slim and Thick W.C. Podcast is a space for those in the community. Join two black femmes as they unapologetically take up space to provide knowledge, resources, and dialogue on current important topics. From politics to Tik Tok, two sisters provide an inclusive space for community organizers and marginalized populations to gather for a moment in a space made for them. It's a labor of love from us to the community that we love to serve. On the website, you can access more information about the podcast as well as the resources that are utilized to provide content on the show! Website: http://slimthickpodcast.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slimandthickpodcast Facebook Group: Slim and Thick Community (https://www.facebook.com/groups/941072310036391) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slimandthickpodcast/

You may write me down in history With your bitter, twisted lies, You may trod me in the very dirt But still, like dust, I’ll rise. Does my sassiness upset you? Why are you beset with gloom? ’Cause I walk like I’ve got oil wells Pumping in my living room. Just like moons and like suns, With the certainty of tides, Just like hopes springing high, Still, I’ll rise. - Maya Angelou (1928-2014), Still, I Rise The Slim and Thick Podcast is a space for those in the community. Join two black femmes as they unapologetically take up space to provide knowledge, resources, and dialogue on current important topics. From politics to Tik Tok, two sisters provide an inclusive space for community organizers and marginalized populations to gather for a moment in a space made for them. It's a labor of love from us to the community that we love to serve. On the website, you can access more information about the podcast as well as the resources that are utilized to provide content on the show! It's our season finale and we can't wait to get back to you all with newer content. Thank you so much for all your support and listening. We absolutely appreciate it so much!  We speak about burnout and mental health again, wrapping up our semester in school, and where we want to go with the show when we return for Season 2!

Activation Warning: Discussion includes Gender Violence, Assault, Racial Violence, Kidnapping The Article "What Sarah Everard’s Murder Illuminates—And Might Obscure" written by the author Kate Manne on The Atlantic's Website puts a spotlight on the tragic death of Britain's Sarah Everard, while also bringing up the said reality of violence against women and how so many actually go unseen. From the shootings in Atlanta to the Violence Against Women Act just getting passed in Congress, Women's History Month is shaping up to be somewhat disappointing and eye-opening to the fact that we have a long way to go when comes to protecting ALL women. Sit down with us as we have a talk about focusing on our most vulnerable populations and doing the work to protecting them. I hope we can help communities heal and do what we can to reach out to those that truly need it. Resources on the Website: slimthickpodcast.com UNLV CARE Advocates: UNLV Faculty, Staff, and Students Experiencing Violence Southern Nevada Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society: Serves all Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi American of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions (SOGI/E or LGBT*) in the Southern Nevada region. Stop AAPI Hate Asian Americans Advancing Justice Hate Is a Virus Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund If you need mental health support, the Asian Mental Health Collective has a directory of therapists to seek out. You can  also call the  Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration free helpline 24/7: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

Activation Warning: There is a discussion about poverty and financial insecurity due to specifically student loan debt.  Clip Credit: Khadija Mbowe's The woes of student loan debt  The Slim and Thick Podcast is a space for those in the community. Join two black femmes as they unapologetically take up space to provide knowledge, resources, and dialogue on current important topics. In a recent survey conducted by The Harris Poll it was found that "Americans rank borrowers as having the primary responsibility for fixing the student loan debt crisis, they also support the government passing a  range of potential reforms. Frequently recommended solutions, such as forgiveness of a flat amount of student debt (64%) and forgiveness of all student loan debt (55%), are supported by more than half the country. Additionally, nearly two-thirds of  Americans (63%) support forgiveness of all student loan debt for those  working in certain industries like health care, science & technology, or public service."  These findings are critical in our discussion about student loan debt because recently President Joe Biden has come out saying that he is not totally on board with major student loan forgiveness. Now is the time to have a serious discussion about what student loan debt is doing to Americans, what are the repercussions of not addressing it, and what are the concerns that people with this type of debt are facing. This will be an ongoing series. While Slim and I try to bring levity and humor to this serious situation, we recognize the severity of it and we firmly stand with ALL STUDENTS (from all walks of life that are truly struggling under the weight of this financial burden). We hear you and this is a space for you to be heard.

Cyborg, Bumblebee - Leading the Teen Titans to protect Earth is Robin, formerly  Batman's sidekick. He has no special powers, just a utility belt and his  mind to help solve problems. His team members, Starfire, Raven, Cyborg  and Beast Boy, live together in Titans Tower, situated in the West Coast  haven Jump City. Each of them possesses unique  abilities to help fight a new generation of villains ranging from  super-powered hooligans to would-be world conquerors. Garnet - Steven Universe is a coming-of-age story told from the  perspective of Steven, the youngest member of the Crystal Gems, a team  of magic guardians who protect the planet Earth. The animated series  was conceived as part of the "Shorts Development Initiative" at Cartoon  Network Studios, and is created by Emmy and Annie Award-nominated  writer and storyboard artist, Rebecca Sugar, Cartoon Network's first solo female show creator! Update: According to the Fan Wiki Page, Garnet's pronouns are She/Her. Her skin color is technically Magenta, but she is voiced by singer Estelle who is a black woman and the character's hair is described as "deep violet cube-shaped afro".  Craig - In Craig of the Creek, Craig and his two friends Kelsey and J.P. explore the wilderness of the creek. Episode Breakdown:  Introduction, Cyborg (2:46), Bumblebee (7:37), Children's Awareness (12:47), Garnet (21:05), Craig of the Creek (29:32). 

Activation Warning: Suicidal Ideation, Colorism, Racism is discussed in this episode.  On Sunday, March 7, 2021, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry sat down for their first formal interview since leaving the ranks of the British Monarchy. The interview was explosive and had people talking for days about racism and the British Monarchy's treatment of Megan Markle. Slim and Thick sit down to discuss the reactions and some other thoughts in this first installment of Quick Bites.  Episode Breakdown Introduction Colorism Issue Megan Markle The Royal Family Age and Racism The Diversity Process Piers Morgan Sharon Osborne

*Activation Warning: The discussion centers around COVID-19 and there is mention of what is happening in Texas. The Slim and Thick Podcast is a space for those in the community. Join two black femmes as they unapologetically take up space to provide knowledge, resources, and dialogue on current important topics. In a Las Vegas Review-Journal Article by Michael Scott Davidson (2020) titled "Nevadans want ‘normal life’ to return as COVID fatigue sets in" discusses the issues that residents are feeling as the COVID Pandemic has dragged on. "In Nevada and more than half of other U.S. states, COVID-19’s spread is regaining momentum. But after months of lockdowns, social isolation, and mask-wearing, Nevada officials are concerned about “COVID fatigue,” describing frustrated and restless residents who now choose to ignore recommended pandemic precautions. The largest growth in new cases in Nevada and the U.S. has been among college-age adults, UNLV epidemiologist Brian Labus said." Sit down with us as we explore the feelings of frustration and anxiety that many are feeling during this health crisis, and let's try and explore what we can do to adjust as a community. Check out the website for more resources and information: slimthickpodcast.com

*Activation Warning: Race, Systemic Racism, Cultural Appropriation are discussed. These definitions can be found on the Anti-Defamation League Website as well as any other organization if you are easily offended by such topics then skip this one.  The Slim and Thick Podcast is a space for those in the community. Join two black femmes as they unapologetically take up space to provide knowledge, resources, and dialogue on current important topics. The National Association of Social Workers released their "2021 Blueprint of Federal Social Policy Priorities", one of which is to eliminate racism. According to the NASW's Blueprint "Corrective action is essential to abate long-standing the inequities associated with systemic discriminatory practices. Our leaders (with support of the general public) must transform their understanding of the system of oppression and the factors that keep it in place and take actions that make our society more equitable and inclusive for all people." (NASW 2021 Blueprint of Federal Social Policy Priorities) Well in order to eliminate something, you must seek first to identify the problem. Sit down with Slim and Thick as they cover definitions and topics pertaining to racism, systemic racism, and cultural appropriation. What a way to kick of Black History Month! For more information and resources check out the website: slimthickpodcast.com

*Activation Warning: Discussion includes dialogue on mental health issues and suicidal ideation.  The Slim and Thick Podcast is a space for those in the community. Join two black femmes as they unapologetically take up space to provide knowledge, resources, and dialogue on current important topics. From politics to Tik Tok, two sisters provide an inclusive space for community organizers and marginalized populations to gather for a moment in a space made for them. It's a labor of love from us to the community that we love to serve. In this episode, we discuss Back to School Resources, the importance of making a mental health plan, responsibilities as a caregiver, and managing stress during another semester.  On the website, you can access more, information about the podcast as well as the resources that are utilized to provide content on the show: slimthickpodcast.com.