The Enthusiasm Enthusiast

Real American, Parenting, and Allyship: With Julie Lythcott-Haims

Release Date: 10/30/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Julie Lythcott-Haimsis a lot of things. She's a daughter. She's a mother. She's the former Dean of Freshman at Stanford University and a Ted Talk speaker. She holds several degrees including a Law Degree from Harvard. The identity that didn't come as easy to her was that of black woman. In her memoir, Real American, Julie gives us her evolution of how growing up in a mixed race household and in many all white settings meant learning about and loving herself as a black woman would take some time. In How To Raise An Adult, Julie turned her Stanford experience and her mind for research into a manifesto for modern parenting. It's interesting how 2 seemingly unconnected books intertwined beautifully as we talked about them both. We cover so much that this became one of my favorite episodes ever. We also hear from listners Bridget, Jackie, and Mike about the things they're enthusiastic about right now. We shout out previous guest Leslie Siuand hear about the new doc about Howard Ashman. We want to hear what YOU'RE really enthusiastic about right now. Send voice memos or emails to theenthusiasmenthusiast@gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter: @DeanJulie @katiefward

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Ain't No Party Like A Voting Party: With Angie Jean-Marie

Release Date: 10/16/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: The people at Vote Togetherhave spent the past couple of years studying ways to increase voter turnout. One way they've found to get people to the polls is to change the culture around voting. By making the experience more communal and celebratory, they're finding voter engagement improves. I spoke with Vote Together's Director Angie Jean-Mariewho shared with me why this cause became so important to her. When more of us vote, we get closer to the democracy upon which America was founded. Vote Together is non-partisan and non-profit. They'll help you find voting celebrations in your community or help you plan one of your own! They've even got party kits. It's time to use Election Day to connect with each other, and support one another moving forward. Thanks to listeners Emily and Amanda for sharing the things you're enthusiastic about. We want to hear from everyone! What are you really vibing on right now? Email theenthusiasmenthusiast@gmail.com. You can send a written email or voice memo! Follow us: @votetogether @katiefward

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Racism, Sexism, and Jar Jar Binks: With Ahmed Best

Release Date: 9/4/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Trigger Warning: Suicide In July, my friend Ahmed Best revealed that in his darkest days he contemplated taking his own life. The pendulum of his career has been nothing short of extraordinary. He got his big break performing in the cast of Stomp The Musical which led to an offer to play a first-of-its-kind character in the Star Wars prequels. His character, Jar Jar Binks, would lead the way for the development of motion capture technology in film, but he would also become the punching bag for everything fans didn't love about the movies. Ahmed was in the precarious position of being associated with a character who both was and wasn't him. He took the hit, but not the accolades, until a generation of Star Wars fans had kids who LOVE Jar Jar. The part no one seems to address is how racism played a huge role in the blowback. After years of trying to pivot away from discussing the toll it took on him, Ahmed is now developing a one man show to dig in to the dark and the light. You can follow this evolution here. We had such a great talk that I'm bringing you two episodes with Ahmed! If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please call 1-800-273-TALK. Our burst of enthusiasm comes from Laura Higgs. She's loving the book How To Raise An Adultby Julie Lythcott-Haims. Please tell me about the things igniting your enthusiasm. You can send emails or voice memos to theenthusiasmenthusiast@gmail.com. Follow us: @ahmedbest @katiefward

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Rise Up For Roe: With Lauren Duca, Cecile Richards, Alyssa Milano, Jess McIntosh, Meagan Hatcher-Mays, and Jess Morales Rocketto

Release Date: 8/22/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: When Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy announced his retirement, my heart dropped, and I wasn't alone. Millions of women who have marched, organized, and donated saw their civil rights being swept away from our current administration by the recommendation of Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Women's health is not the only issue in grave danger if Kavanaugh gets the seat. Immigration, LGTBQ rights, and almost every facet of American life will be affected. We're being told Kavanaugh is a foregone conclusion. What you will hear in this show is that IT IS NOT. But we need your help. Please listen to and share this episode featuring the Los Angeles stop on the Rise Up For Roe Tour. The arguments that this is the most important issue, and we can win are compelling. You'll hear from some incredible leaders and some of my personal heroes: @laurenduca @cecilerichards @alyssa_milano @jess_mc @importantmeagan @jesslivmo @naral Please share this episode on social media, and email me a voice memo with something YOU are enthusiastic about. I want to hear from you! Email theenthusiasmenthusiast@gmail.com. Find me on Twitterand Instagram@katiefward. Special thanks to Jen Edds from BrassyBroad.comfor helping with the audio on this episode.

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How To Travel For Next To Nothing: With Nina Manni

Release Date: 8/8/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: One of my favorite things is to see is when a friend keys into their passion. This has been the case with my friend and repeat guest, Nina Manni. She left her comedy career behind when she realized it wasn't making her happy. What DID make her happy was traveling all over the world for CHEAP, but doing it well. Once she figured out how to do it, she wanted to help others do it too. She's got some great tips for everyone! Here are some of the links to the other things we discuss: Nina's course to help you learn about miles/points. Shoutouts to HK Fitnessdoing the Snatched program created by Mark Fisher Fitness. Follow us on instagram! @get2thepointpod @katiefward Send me a voice memo of what YOU are really enthusiastic about right now! Email theenthusiasmenthusiast@gmail.com.

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Therapy Is For Everyone: With Matt Marr

Release Date: 7/23/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: If you have ever felt like therapy was not for you, this episode is for you. I wanted to open up a little about my experience with therapy, and eliminate some of the stigma around it. It was the perfect time to give you a talk with Matt Marr. Matt is a therapist, an actor, and hosts The Dear Mattie Show. We met after he killed the competition at the Podcast Movement. Within moments, we became fast friends. He's Southern, gay, and loves Wonder Woman. This is my trifecta! I hope you'll check out his work! And if you feel yourself getting overwhelmed by life and the world, please know there is no shame in seeking the help of a therapist. I promise, when you find the right fit, it can be life-changing. Don't forget to send me your voice memos telling me what YOU'RE enthusiastic about right now. Send them to theenthusiasmenthusiast@gmail.com. Follow us! Twitter - @themattmarr @katiefward Instagram - @themattmarr @katiefward

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Smaller Elections, Huge Impact: With Anna Eskamani

Release Date: 7/10/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Do you know who holds office for your district in the House of Representatives for your State? If you don't, you're not alone. With the country so hyper focused on national politics, it might seem tedious to focus on local government. However, no one is having a greater impact on your daily life than your locally elected officials. Not to mention, as we are all connected, we also need to know what's happening in cities and towns across the country. This is why I wanted to talk with Anna Eskamani. She's running for the 47th District State House seat in my hometown of Orlando, FL. She's not your typical candidate. Anna is the daughter of Iranian immigrants. Her dear mother passed away when Anna was only 13 years old. She was a Senior Director for Planned Parenthood. She holds multiple degrees from the University of Central Florida and is pursuing a doctorate as well. Anna has been on the front lines of community building from a very young age. She is the embodiment of the American dream including the most important part of the dream where those who succeed pay it forward. To donate to her campaign, go here! Follow us: @AnnaForFlorida @KatieFWard

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Escapism, Ibiza, and Housewives: With Lauryn Kahn

Release Date: 6/26/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Raise your hand if you need a mental health break. I know I do. If this is you too, I highly recommend checking out the Netflix film, Ibiza. It stars Gillian Jacobs (Community), Vanessa Bayer (SNL), Phoebe Robinson (2 Dope Queens), and Richard Madden (Game Of Thrones). I loved the movie so much, I asked screenwriter Lauryn Kahnto talk with me about her career, her fave rom coms, and why you can be a feminist andlove the Real Housewives. She also shared with me her feelings on how weed an empathy go hand in hand. If you want to check out the Women & Weed episodes we discuss, go here. She gives me the skinny on her long and winding road to Ibiza. Check out this profile on her from Glamour. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurynkahn/ https://www.instagram.com/katiefward/ And Twitter: @katiefward @youdonknowme  

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Authenticity As The Key To Success: With Jamie Grayson aka The Baby Guy NYC

Release Date: 6/12/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: It's Pride Month! I want to wish all of my LGTBQ+ listeners a joyful Pride! As part of the celebration, I wanted to talk with some of queer people in my life. On this episode, you'll hear from my dear friend and social media tycoon, Jamie Grayson aka The Baby Guy NYC. You may know Jamiefrom the Martha Stewart Show, The Today Show, and as New York Magazine's "Best Baby Gear Expert." Not only is he a childless gay man leading conversations about breastfeeding and baby wearing, but he's also built a rabid and devoted social media following of hundreds of thousands of people who tune in for his thoughts on cocktails and horror films. During our talk, he tells his coming out story, which really moved me. We also got into the theme of authenticity came up over and over as the stepping stones to his success. I'm so honored to be his friend and the first girl to buy his booze. Btw, here's the Lisa Loeb episode we reference. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebabyguynyc/ https://www.instagram.com/katiefward/

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Athletes As Activists: With Liz Loza, Celeste Bell, Scout Bassett, and Dr. Jen Welter

Release Date: 5/31/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: One of my favorite parts of the United State Of Women Summitwas attending the Athletes As Activists panel. It was organized by Dr. Kimberly Clay who created Play Like A Girl. It's a wonderful organization that supports girls in both sports and STEM. Dr. Clay and I quickly bonded over our love for Mississippi since she's from Batesville, and I went to Ole Miss a few miles down the road. The panel was informative, heartwarming, and filled me with determination to keep sports as a part of my daughter's life where I had let them go in my own. Liz Loza of Yahoo Fantasy Sports (and previous Enthusiasm Enthusiast guest on Feminism And Football) was a wonderful moderator. The panel featured some amazing women, and I'm honored they let me share it with you. You'll hear powerful stories from: Celeste Bell - MLB recruiter and 1st woman in the world to complete 8 marathons on 8 continents in 8 days @bellasbucket Scout Bassett - Track & Field Paralympian, Nike Athlete @scoutbassett Dr. Jen Welter - NFL's first female coach, author of Play Big @jwelter47 Liz Loza - Yahoo Sportsanalyst and cast member of Fantasy Football Live @lizloza_ff Follow me too: @katiefward on twitter and instagram The Panda Plannergiveaway ends today, so post an episode on your facebook page and tag The Enthusiasm Enthusiast or post a screen shot of the episode on instagram and tag @katiefward to enter to win! You can enter as many times as you want!

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More Intuitive Eating: With Jessi Haggerty and Elyse Resch

Release Date: 5/15/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: I was introduced to Intuitive Eating through listening to The BodyLove Project with Jessi Haggerty. It's been a formative influence on me, as it has been for so many others who listen to her show. I was honored when Jessi agreed to talk with me about her experience as a Registered Dietitian, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, Certified Personal Trainer, and Health At Every Size practitioner. Jessi not only helps her clients understand and love their bodies, but she teaches personal trainershow to motivate their clients without focusing on weight, shame, and judgement. I think you'll love hearing from her as much as I do. We share a love of dogs with people names and a love for shirts that say IDGAF ABOUT YOUR DIET SUSAN. Next, I wanted to include part of the conversation that didn't make it into the original Intuitive Eating episode. In this bonus content, the co-creator of Intuitive Eating, Elyse Resch, talks with me about her upcoming book for teenagers. She also talks about some simple steps every parent can do to help their kids create healthy relationships with food. The Panda Planner giveaway is still happening! To enter, you can either post a linkto an episode of The Enthusiasm Enthusiast on your facebook page and tag the show. Or you can post a screenshot of an episode to your instagram and tag me. You can enter as many times as you like until May 31, 2018. Winners will be chosen at random and will receive a Panda Planner because I am enthusiastic about organization as self care! Follow us on instagram: @jessihaggertyrd @katiefward @elyseresch

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Intuitive Eating: With Elyse Resch

Release Date: 5/1/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Some women are earth shakers, and on this show, I'm grateful to speak with lots of them. In this case, there was a magnitude 5.3 earthquake while I was interviewing registered dietician and author, Elyse Resch. I think it was a sign! The earth shattering news that we're sharing with you is that it's time to stop feeling guilty about what you eat. It's time to exercise because you love your body, not because you hate it. About a year ago, I started listening to We Are Still Hungryand The BodyLove Project With Jessi Haggerty. From these podcasts, I began to learn more about fat phobia, body positivity, and Intuitive Eating. Elyse co-authored Intuitive Eatingwith Evelyn Tribole, and they've trained certified counselors in the practice, all over the world. On this episode, we talk about how raise children who eat intuitively, how "clean eating" and 30 day restrictions are often coded forms of insidious diet culture, and the shame associated with certain foods can distort your perception of their healthfulness. Because I hope you'll share the show with your friends, I'm running a give away. The lovely people at Panda Plannerhave given me some of my favorite planners to give to my listeners. I legitimately love these planners and attribute them to me keeping myself together this year. To enter, just post your favorite episode of The Enthusiasm Enthusiast on facebook, and tag me. Or post a screen shot of the episode you're listening to on instagram and tag me. Winners will be chosen at random. Let's get you some free stuff, loves! Follow us on twitter: @elyseresch @katiefward

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How Women Navigate Legal Cannabis

Release Date: 4/17/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: If you missed Part 1 (Moms & Weed) and Part 2 (Women Running The Cannabis Industry) of my Women & Weed series, definitely check them out. In part 3, we get down to brass tacks. What's the difference between THC and CBD? How did William Randolph Hearst ruin the cannabis industry? What does it feel like to go from being a black market seller to one who is legit? Aliza Sherman has had many incarnations in her career. From pioneering the internet to pioneering legal cannabis, she's comfortable leading and supporting women. She's now co-founded Ellementa, a support system for women wanting to learn about and explore cannabis to improve their health. I attended an Ellementa gathering, and it was incredible to see such a group of very diverse women ready to support each other. Some were cannabis professionals who were happy to educate newbies. Some were women with long-term health concerns, looking for relief. It was a safe space for all. You'll hear my talk with Pam Chotiswadti, MPH. She served as the event's delightful host. She's also tackling cannabis from a public health standpoint which is revelatory. Please support Drug Policy Alliancewhich helps "reduce the role of criminalization in drug policy, so that people are no longer punished for what they put into their bodies, but only for crimes that hurt others." Follow us on twitter: @alizasherman @katiefward

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Women Running The Cannabis Industry: With Leslie Siu

Release Date: 4/3/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Millions of women experience the anguish of postpartum depression. For Leslie Siu, her burden became her inspiration. The antidote to her PPD was also the synchronistic moment she found her business. As the CEO and Co-Founder of Mother & Clone, Leslie and her team are bringing a new kind of cannabis product to the market. Their sublingual sprays are designed to be absorbed quickly in small doses to relieve, but not incapacitate, the user. The packaging is stylish and the sprays are child resistant which is wise given women, moms in particular, are their target demo. Knowing that women make the majority of household spending decisions and how stressed out today's moms can be, it's a forgone conclusion Mother & Clone is going to be in a LOT homes, purses, and diaper bags very soon. Meanwhile the company is "leaning in" to a family friendly corporate culture also keeping the environment in mind. Welcome the modern approach to selling weed. Follow Mother & Clone and me on instagram! Follow Cannabis should only be consumed in places where it is available legally, by adults only, and never while operating machinery or a vehicle.

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Moms & Weed: With Kim Griffin

Release Date: 3/20/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Is weed the new "wine" for moms? As cannabis products become widely legally available across the U.S., women are finding themselves exploring everything from edibles to vapes to sublingual sprays. They're using cannabis to address their physical and emotional well-being. Women are micro-dosing in lieu of using anti-depressants. They're using CBD to treat pain. There are even suppositories to help women handle period cramps and sexual dysfunction. How do moms come out from the shadows to discuss their cannabis use when it has been the source of crime, shame, and judgement for their entire lives? How do moms raise their kids to understand responsible, legal use? I spoke with actor, teacher, mom, and cannabis user, Kim Griffin, about the role weed plays in her health and well-being. You should also check out this incredible article from our buddy Lindsey Hunter Lopez on the topic of Marjuanna For Moms. Follow us on twitter: @kparkerg @katiefward

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Self Care In The Digital Age: With Callie Schweitzer

Release Date: 3/6/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Are you addicted to your phone? Do you want to sleep better? How much of your joy or pain is related to social media? These are the questions Thrive Global is aiming to help you navigate. Callie Schweitzer is the Chief Content Officer for Thrive Global, Arianna Huffington's new company. I loved hearing about the behind the scenes of a company that strives to improve our lives. I also wanted to hear about how a woman who is a CCO, an award-winning journalist, and has been included on multiple top 30 under 30 lists keeps herself organized. Spoiler alert: she makes lists! Callie even shares the area of her life that is still a work in progress. Here's the link to my Panda Planner. Use PANDAFAM for a 10% discount. Chat with us on twitter: @cschweitz @katiefward

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Sex, Orgasms, & How Not To Pee Your Pants

Release Date: 2/20/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: In the 3rd and final episode in our women's health series, Dr. Sherry answers your questions about the elusive G spot, the benefits of working with a primary care physician vs. an ob/gyn, pelvic floor exercises to help prevent incontinence, and the REAL DEAL with vaginal rejuvenation! The Mona Lisa isn't just a painting in the Louvre. It is a laser that might improve sex, help juice up your vagina (especially if you're a breast cancer survivor), and make your fear of sneezing in public a thing of the past. Dr. Sherry talks about her discussion with the ladies of Desi Outsiders. I long for days gone by in listening to Making Obama. We still have copies of She-Ology to give away, so contact me if you host a listening party. I want to get you this book! It covers all the things we couldn't get to discuss in these episodes. Thanks to everyone who sent us questions! Please share these episodes with people you love. The more you know! Follow us: @DrSherylRoss @katiefward

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Fertility, Pregnancy, & Postpartum: With Dr. Sherry Ross, M.D.

Release Date: 2/6/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: We still have copies of Dr. Sherry's book, She-Ology, to give away. If you'd like a signed copy of the book, please email TheEnthusiasmEnthusiast@gmail.com. We love seeing pictures of you listening to the show, so send those too! Dr. Sherry and I are back! If you missed Part 1 about periods, hormones, and perimenopause, definitely go back and give it a listen. This time, we're tackling fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum depression. Thank you so much to listeners from all over who have been submitting questions for us to discuss. We are so grateful for your honesty! We also talk about how pornography is changing the way people view their bodies and how children and teens are harmed by over-exposure to porn at a young age. Don't miss Dr. Sherry's article on Ending Sexual Assault In Medicine. Very important given everything we've seen with the U.S. Gymnastics athletes. Follow Dr. Sherry on twitter!

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Periods & Hormones: With Dr. Sherry Ross, M.D.

Release Date: 1/23/2018

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Dr. Sherry Ross, M.D. is an award-winning ob/gyn and author of she-ology: The Definitive Guide to Women's Intimate Health. Period. We've gotten together to answer listener questions about women's reproductive health in a 3-part series of episodes for The Enthusiasm Enthusiast. In the first episode, we answer questions about perimenopause, period fluctuations, menstrual cups, toxic shock syndrome, and so much more. We also talk about how the #metoo movement applies to women's health. A huge thank you to all the listeners who sent questions and those have agreed to host listening parties. If you'd like to ask Dr. Sherry a question for the upcoming episodes, or if you'd like to RSVP to host a listening party, email: theenthusiasmenthusiast@gmail.com. We're giving away copies of she-ology to at least 10 listeners who host their friends! Follow @drsherylross on Twitter Follow @drsherryr on Instagram

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The Curiosity Hour Podcast: With Katie Ward

Release Date: 12/12/2017

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Dan and Tommy from The Curiosity Hour Podcast were kind enough to invite me on their show! They asked me all about what inspires me (Beyoncé), the evolution of my religious beliefs, and so many deep things. If you haven't yet heard their show, I highly recommend it. Don't forget to send your women's health questions for Dr. Sherry Ross, M.D. to TheEnthusiasmEnthusiast@gmail.com. She'll be answering them in our 3 part series coming up in January. If you'd like to host a listening party to discuss Dr. Sherry on the show, email me! The first 10 RSVPs will get a free copy of Dr. Sherry's book. Here are some great podcasting resources: https://www.earbudspodcastcollective.org http://www.audiblefeast.com http://podcastbrunchclub.com Follow us on social media: @katiefward @Curiosity_Hour

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Talking Women's Health: With Dr. Sherry Ross, M.D.

Release Date: 11/28/2017

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Sheryl A. Ross, M.D., “Dr. Sherry,” is an award-winning OBGYN, entrepreneur, author and women’s health expert. She has been a practicing OB/GYN for 25 years in Santa Monica, California. The Hollywood Reporter named her as one of the best doctors in Los Angeles, Castle Connolly named her as a Top Doctor and Exceptional Women in the specialty of Obstetrics & Gynecology and was selected as a 2017/2018 Southern California Super Doctor. She is the author of the book, she-ology: The Definitive Guide to Women’s Intimate Health. Period. Dr. Sherry's mission is to change the narrative of how women talk and learn about their intimate health and overall well-being. Dr Sherry also co-founded the Heartlanta Bra which now allows women to wear a bra during stress echo-cardiogram testing.   Dr. Sherry's mission is to change the narrative of how women talk and learn about their intimate health and overall well-being. Dr. Sherry will be answering your questions, so please email them to theenthusiasmenthusiast@gmail.com or tweet me @katiefward. If you want to host one of our first ever book/podcast club crossovers, please email with the subject line: RSVP to theenthusisasmenthusiast@gmail.com. The first 10 people to contact us will receive a FREE copy of she-ology: The Definitive Guide to Women’s Intimate Health. Period. Details are in the episode below. Join our facebook group for special members-only perks: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheEnthusiasmEnthusiast/ Follow Dr. Sherry on social media too: Twitter @DrSherylRoss Instagram @drsherryr Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DrSherryR/

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#DisabledAndCute: With Keah Brown

Release Date: 11/15/2017

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Keah Brown is not here to inspire you. What she is intending to do is be a beacon of self love, professional success, and next level cuteness. She's also willing to call out people who don't respect the intersectional experience of disabled people of color. By starting the hashtag #DisabledAndCute on twitter, she's giving a platform for the disabled to celebrate themselves. The writer just released a delicious profile of feminist powerhouse Roxane Gay for Harper's Bazaar. She's trying to get the opportunity to dance on Ellen. Her movement is beautiful and inclusive. Get on board. Follow us on twitter: @Keah_Maria @katiefward

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Surviving Grief: With Kate Spencer

Release Date: 11/1/2017

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Authors: Katie Ward

Description: This episode is brought to you by Sudio Sweden's delicious new headphones! Use offer code ENTHUSIASM15 to get 15% off and free worldwide shipping! Click here!! Kate Spencer knows everyone cool, and everyone cool knows Kate Spencer. This is what I've come to realize after getting to know this woman. The writer and Upright Citizens Brigade alum is the kind of person who is both wildly clever and fiercely self-deprecating. The two of us recently teamed up on a bus full of women activists helmed by Jane Fonda (YES, THE JANE FONDA) to electrify voters who normally sit out of mid-term elections. Kate held the map and kept the ledger. I knocked on the doors and did most of the chatting. We stayed in our respective lanes and were a good team! After reading her book, I have a whole new respect for Kate. She's been on the front lines of grief after the death of her mom. She lays it all out in The Dead Moms Club. The book holds your hand yet respects your process. It gave me a fresh perspective on something about which I have little experience. Pre-order it today! Kate's recs - Big Mouth on Netflix and Earth Hates Me Find her on twitter: @katespencer

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Fighting Injustice: With Rabia Chaudry

Release Date: 10/17/2017

Duration: 56 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: This episode is brought to you by Sudio Sweden's delicious new headphones! Use offer code ENTHUSIASM15 to get 15% off and free worldwide shipping! Click here!! In 2014, when Serial debuted, it would change many lives. Not only would the most popular podcast of all-time change the course of Adnan Syed's legal path, but the show itself would bring podcasting into the mainstream media. One of the people who is directly and indirectly responsible for all of it is Rabia Chaudry. Without Rabia presenting Adnan's story to Sarah Koenig and the Serial team, none of it would've happened. Rabia has since launched her own podcasts, Undisclosed and The 45th. She's a NY Times Best-selling author of Adnan's Story. She continues to practice law, write, and bring the issues of immigrants and Muslims to the forefront of discussion. For all things Rabia, go to: http://www.rabiachaudry.com On twitter @rabiasquared @katiefward

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Lilith Fair 20 Years Later: With Lisa Loeb & Terry McBride

Release Date: 10/3/2017

Duration: 59 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: This episode is brought to you by Sudio Sweden's delicious new headphones! Use offer code ENTHUSIASM15 to get 15% off and free worldwide shipping! Click here!! If all of your favorite female musicians toured together, supported each other, and donated some of the proceeds from the concerts to charities that help other women, would you go? Because that DID happen. It was called Lilith Fair, and in 1997 it changed the musical landscape for the next three summers. Lilith began as a compromise between musician Sarah McLachlan and Terry McBride, the CEO of Nettwerk Music, McLachlan's label at the time. Terry was kind enough to talk with me about his version of the experience. I was also honored to speak with Lisa Loeb, one of the artists who played Lilith all 3 years. If you were a woman somewhere between the ages of 16-30 in '97, you likely spent many many hours singing along to Lisa's breakout platinum-selling Number 1 hit song “Stay (I Missed You)” from the film Reality Bites. With her cat eye glasses and babydoll dress, Lisa was not only the first pop musician to have a Number 1 single while not signed to a recording contract, she was an artist with a timeless style and a gorgeous voice. Lisa has transitioned beautifully into a versatile artist, making incredible music for kids. She tells me all about life during Lilith and what she's working on these days. You can find out more about the history of Lilith here. Find Lisa's music, eyewear, Camp Lisa, and tour dates here! You can check out Terry's yoga studios here. Follow us on twitter: @lisaloeb @terrymcbride @katiefward

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Millennial Journalism Is Giving Me Life: With Lily Herman

Release Date: 9/14/2017

Duration: 58 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: In 2016, a beautiful trend began. Some of the BEST journalism came from one of the most unexpected places, Teen Vogue. Lily Herman is one of the writers leading the charge. She also freelances for Glamour, Allure, and Refinery 29. In her spare time, she's volunteering her skills to women running for office. Love! It gives me great hope to see someone so attuned to the important issues of feminists doing this work at such a young age. There is hope! Hope for us all! Follow her: twitter @lkherman insta @lilykherman This episode is brought to you by Sudio Sweden's delicious new headphones! Use offer code ENTHUSIASM15 to get 15% off and free worldwide shipping! Click here!! Join our Facebook group The Enthusiasm Enthusiasts!

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Taylor Swift, Silicon Valley, & Fighting Sexual Harassment: With Tammy Cho

Release Date: 8/29/2017

Duration: 40 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: DONATE TO VICTIMS OF HURRICANE HARVEY: https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/hurricane-harvey-relief-fund/ JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheEnthusiasmEnthusiast/ This ep is about how people are combatting sexual harassment. I talk about Taylor Swift's recent legal victory: http://www.vulture.com/2017/08/taylor-swifts-best-comebacks-at-her-sexual-assault-trial.html. I also get into Tig Notaro addressing the Louis CK rumors: https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2017/08/tig-notaro-louis-ck-one-mississippi Read up on Ellen Pao's experience here: https://www.thecut.com/2017/08/ellen-pao-silicon-valley-sexism-reset-excerpt.html My guest is Tammy Cho of https://www.betterbrave.com. It's a free resource guide to help people targeted by or those who witness sexual harassment. Tammy and her co-creator, Grace Choi, were motivated by Susan Fowler's story: https://www.susanjfowler.com/blog/2017/2/19/reflecting-on-one-very-strange-year-at-uber Find us all on twitter: @betterbrave @tammywcho @gracechoi @katiefward

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What We Can Learn From Charlottesville: With Summer Martin

Release Date: 8/16/2017

Duration: 51 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: On Saturday, an acquaintance of mine posted in a private Facebook group of which we're both a part, that she was both angry and scared about the events in Charlottesville, VA. She's an African-American woman in a group where the majority of the other women are white. The rest of the group told her we heard her, we support her, and we were scared by all of it too. But that didn't feel good enough for me. I wanted to show her by more than words that I care for her family and all of those families being targeted by hate groups in America. So, I organized a vigil in our town. In about 4 hours, through the power of social media, we had about 100 people show up to the vigil. I was proud of the turn out, but I wanted to do more. I want to begin to heal the divide between white women and women of color, specifically black women of color. So, I invited Summer Martin of The Unconventional Woman Podcast to have a candid conversation with me about where white women have let her down and how we can help fix it. You can find Summer's show here: http://theunconventionalwoman.libsyn.com Instagram: @theunconventional_woman Twitter: @summergory https://www.facebook.com/unconventionalwoman/

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Moms In Film: With Heather Denton & Christy Lamb

Release Date: 8/2/2017

Duration: 70 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Heather Denton has worked with Jill Soloway, Quentin Tarantino, and many other filmmakers. She gives me the skinny on how she has managed motherhood with her career behind the camera. Here's her amazing resume: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0219831/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Christy Lamb is a producer and the Director Of Strategy & Development for http://momsinfilm.org. MIF was responsible for the Wee Wagon day care for attendees of the SXSW Film Festival. They also started the #MakeThemMoms campaign - https://www.buzzfeed.com/momsinfilm/what-if-there-were-more-movies-about-moms-2t0n1?utm_term=.qcwGLLO0K#.gxRKYYLm6. Check out this clip of Tiffany Haddish that Christy and I discuss: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C2PneBztZ3g Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast platform, and find me on social media: Twitter/IG: @katiefward https://www.facebook.com/TheEnthusiasmEnthusiast/ http://www.theenthusiasmenthusiast.com

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Representation In Storytelling: With Nicole Blades

Release Date: 7/19/2017

Duration: 54 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Nicole Blades is many things - journalist, author, podcaster, and mom. She's a bundle of talent and insight partnered with the gentle spirit we've come to expect from Canadians. Luckily for the U.S., she lives here now, and is coming out with her 3rd (!!!) novel this fall. I wanted to get her take on so many things, so we covered a lot in our talk. Black Panther, Wonder Woman, Game of Thrones, Hawaii 5-0, and Rachel Dolezal. Oh my! Also, please please please forgive me, Ijeoma Oluo, for not knowing the pronunciation of your name off the top of my head. Here's the article she wrote that we reference: http://www.thestranger.com/features/2017/04/19/25082450/the-heart-of-whiteness-ijeoma-oluo-interviews-rachel-dolezal-the-white-woman-who-identifies-as-black You can read a lot of Nicole's work & order her books here: https://www.nicoleblades.com Follow Nicole on social media: @nicoleblades @heysispodcast Find me too: @katiefward http://www.theenthusiasmenthusiast.com

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GLOW: With Kimmy Gatewood, Rebekka Johnson, & Britney Young

Release Date: 7/4/2017

Duration: 0 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Subscribe now via iTunes, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, TuneIn, or SiriusXM via the Spoke app. You can also get the show at http://www.rockettewomen.com. Check out that awesome site! The Netflix series GLOW is a delicious feminist masterpiece and a certified smash. Kimmy Gatewood and Rebekka Johnson play comedy duo Stacey and Dawn. Britney Young plays Carmen aka Machu Picchu. Each of them makes such a splash in these break out roles. Find us on social media: https://twitter.com/kimmygatewood https://www.instagram.com/kimmygatewood/?hl=en https://www.kimmygatewood.com https://twitter.com/HelloRebekka https://www.instagram.com/hellorebekka/ http://www.theapplesisters.com https://twitter.com/ItsBritneyYoung https://www.instagram.com/britneyyoung/ https://twitter.com/katiefward https://www.instagram.com/katiefward/ http://www.theenthusiasmenthusiast.com

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Making Art For A Living: With Jennie Palmer

Release Date: 6/21/2017

Duration: 53 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Find us now on I Heart Radio https://www.iheart.com/podcast/53-The-Enthusiasm-Enthu-28220539/, and send me feedback at http://www.theenthusiasmenthusiast.com. Jennie Palmer has been a sculptor, a muppet maker, a parade float designer, and is now an author/illustrator of a children's book coming August 15th. She managed to draw and write this book while raising 3 kids. Somewhere along the way, she also became one of my best friends. As a parent, we want to read books with our kids that come from a thoughtful, inclusive, and fun place. The Wompananny Witches Make One Mean Pizza does just that. Books make the best gifts! You can find Jennie and her work here:  http://www.jenniepalmer.com on Twitter @imjenniepalmer on Instagram @jenniepalmerstudio on Tumblr https://jenniepalmer.tumblr.com I'm on twitter and Instagram @katiefward

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First Family Of Drag: With Detox & Patty Sanderson

Release Date: 6/6/2017

Duration: 44 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: RuPaul's Drag Race changed both the landscape of television and mainstream gay culture. One of the biggest stars to come out of the show is Detox. One of my favorite moments in all the seasons of Drag Race was seeing Detox perform with her sister Heather, a friend of mine since we were kids. Not only did they win the challenge, they won the hearts of fans. The connection between the two of them was a wonderful example of what happens when families are truly built on unconditional love. Detox and her mama Patty took some time talk with me about work/life balance, getting her start at Orlando's Pulse Nightclub, and why family is everything. #OrlandoStrong Facebook/Twitter/Instagram: @TheOnlyDetox

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Well Adjusted Child Stars: With Christine Lakin

Release Date: 5/24/2017

Duration: 58 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Christine Lakin was the first child star I met as an adult. Like a lot of kids of the 90's, I spent every Friday watching ABC's TGIF lineup including Step By Step, the show that launched her career. When we first met about 15 years ago, I remember being surprised by how NOT crazy she was (and is). Christine is instantly likable and self-aware. She knows what you think of child stars, and she's happy to help you get over it. In her new show, Hollywood Darlings, she teams up with Jodie Sweetin (Full/Fuller House), and Beverley Mitchell (7th Heaven) to both mock and celebrate this season of their lives. The ladies are so funny, and there are some great cameos from your favorite 90's stars. Check it out! Follow: @yolakin @hollywooddarlings

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Treating Thyroid Cancer: With Dr. Naifa Busaidy

Release Date: 5/8/2017

Duration: 61 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: The cancer with the highest and fastest rise since 1970 is thyroid cancer. It is disproportionately affecting women. According to the American Cancer Society, about 56,870 new cases of thyroid cancer (42,470 in women, and 14,400 in men) are diagnosed each year. In 2010, I was one of those patients. The disease is a bit of a mystery, so, I spoke with Dr. Naifa Busaidy, an Associate Professor in the Department of Endocrine Neoplasia and Hormonal Disorders at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX. I became aware of her work through a great talk she gave for ThyCa (http://thyca.org/). Dr. Busaidy gave me some great info, which proves even 7 years into the disease, there are still things to learn. Share it with some who needs it. Dr. Busaidy's ThyCa presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljVS_c1wsuU

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Broadway Baby: With Ilana Levine

Release Date: 4/25/2017

Duration: 55 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: To my knowledge, Ilana Levine is the only actor who learned she could sing AFTER she was cast in a Broadway musical. Her path as a performer has been anything but typical, and in her latest incarnation as the host of her own podcast, Little Known Facts With Ilana Levine, she's doing things differently again. Guests Cynthia Nixon, John Slattery, Molly Ringwald, and the like give her the real tea. So, I wanted to hear from Ilana about her inspiration (Gloria Steinem!!), experiences on stage, and how we both ended up in the fraternity of actors who've performed You're A Good, Man Charlie Brown. Follow @ilanalevine on Twitter, @littleknownfactspodcast on Instagram, and http://www.littleknownfactspodcast.com/.

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Surrogacy: With Erica Schroepfer

Release Date: 4/11/2017

Duration: 49 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: People have so much judgement about parenting, from what to feed your kids to where they sleep. There's also incredible judgement about how people become parents. I was shocked to find out how controversial surrogacy is not only in people's minds, but in the laws of countries all across the world and even in certain States in the U.S. It never really occurred to me people would actively oppose surrogacy, but I guess that was naive given the incessant focus on controlling women's bodies especially with regard to fertility, birth, abortion, etc. Part of the reason I wholeheartedly support surrogacy is my relationship with Erica Schroepfer, a friend of mine who has successfully birthed twins as their surrogate. In this episode, Erica tells me all about her experience carrying children who aren't her own and how she's doing it again for a different family. If you'd like to continue to follow Erica's journey after our talk, check out https://www.facebook.com/groups/storkdiaries/.

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Pioneering Space & Motherhood: With Dr. Anna Fisher

Release Date: 3/28/2017

Duration: 48 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Dr. Anna Fisher gave birth to her first daughter on a Friday and was back at NASA for a work meeting on Monday. Let that sink in for a moment. Dr. Fisher is exceptional in so many ways. She was one of the only women in her medical school class at UCLA. She was in the first class of female astronauts at NASA. She also took 7 years in the middle of her career to stay home with her daughters. She's been a pioneer, mentor, and friend to all of the astronauts (and cosmonauts), but especially to the female ones. She's retiring next month, so it was a huge honor to speak with her before she goes on to the next chapter of her extraordinary life.

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Dining For Women: With Beth Ellen Holimon & Nancy Stern

Release Date: 3/14/2017

Duration: 52 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Dining For Women has blossomed into a non-profit organization with thousands of members nationwide. Local chapters of friends get together to eat and learn about the needs of women and girls in international communities. For member, Nancy Stern, it became much more. I spoke with both Nancy and President Beth Ellen Holimon about their experiences with DFW.

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Winning At Feminism: With Beth Newell

Release Date: 3/1/2017

Duration: 52 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: If you haven't already, spend some time perusing the Reductress website with headlines like "We Drew These Disney Princesses As Size 10s And Now They Are All Being Harassed On Twitter" or "4 Ways To Make Life Easier For Yourself, and Harder For Everyone Around You." This is the wonderful satirical world of women's magazines co-created by Beth Newell. Not only is she kicking ass on the website, but she's also helping with the Mouth Time podcast and co-authoring How To Win At Feminism: The Definitive Guide To Having It All - And Then Some! She's so busy she had to give birth in a Honda. No joke.

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Ambition Shifts: With Hana Schank & Elizabeth Wallace

Release Date: 2/15/2017

Duration: 54 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: What happens when that isn't how your career unfolds? What happens when your partner's career takes off and yours takes a hit as the supporting half of the duo? How do you maintain your ambition when biology and the unyielding schedules of young children require that you slow down? Hana Schank and Elizabeth Wallace explore these dilemmas in their series for The Atlantic, The Ambition Interviews. It's a great read, so, I asked Hana and Liz to discuss their work with me. I was touched not only by their friendship, but their candor.

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Micro Activism: With Joey Slamon

Release Date: 1/31/2017

Duration: 64 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Joey Slamon is a lot of things. She's a tv writer and producer (Arrested Development, Those Who Can't, I'm Sorry). She's a co-creator of the wildly successful live show Public School. She's one of my best friends. She's a Syrian-American. The recent Muslim ban and general climate toward refugees has both terrified and activated her. We got together to discuss our experiences at the Women's March in L.A., what we're doing to make good on the promises we made that day, and how we handle the stress of the current administration in VERY different ways.

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White Nonsense Roundup: With Terri Kempton

Release Date: 1/17/2017

Duration: 55 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: In high school, an Indian-American friend of mine came to school with her hands and feet covered in mehndi after wearing it for a family celebration. I thought it was so beautiful, and I asked if she could do it on my hands. She told me I was too white to pull it off. This was my first experience in learning about cultural appropriation. What a gift to be put in my place by someone who knew I didn't have bad intentions, but was kind enough to let me know I was waaaaaay off base. Twenty years later, there's still so much to learn about racism. To learn more about how to combat online racism, I spoke with Terri Kempton of White Nonsense Roundup. Terri, her bestie Layla Tromble, and their WNR community are putting out racist fires all over the internet.

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Autism Support: With J-Jaye Hurley

Release Date: 1/4/2017

Duration: 53 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: In 2014, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released new data on the prevalence of autism in the United States. This surveillance study identified 1 in 68 children (1 in 42 boys and 1 in 189 girls) as having autism spectrum disorder (ASD).* One of the first families in my life to deal with severe ASD and a host of other rare and challenging diseases are the Hurleys. They turned their own need for advocacy on behalf of their son, Jackson, into helping thousands of families via J-Jaye's work with Autism Speaks. You can read more about their day to day life, here. J-Jaye talks with me about the help that's available and her own journey as a mom and champion for families facing disabilities. For more than 20 years, she's been a hero to me, and you'll hear why.

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Healing Depression: With Janna Barber

Release Date: 12/20/2016

Duration: 43 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Janna Barber isn't your typical preacher's daughter from the South. She's a woman who got a tattoo to mark the loss of two pregnancies. She's an understated warrior who has battled depression off and on for almost 20 years. While she doesn't always have it all figured (hooray for telling the truth!), she's winning the war with compassion, humanity, therapy, medicine, and faith. To read some of Janna's writing, check out http://rainbowdull.blogspot.com/. This is the last episode of the year, but I'll be back in 2017 to deliver more enthusiasm!

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Guest Updates/Censored Women: With Paula Kweskin

Release Date: 12/13/2016

Duration: 36 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: This ep starts with updates on some of my most popular guests - Katie Von Till (Heartbreak Part 1), Kim Evey (Road To Adoption), and Lauren Koenig (Pregnancy Loss). Next, I talk with Paula Kweskin all about her documentary Honor Diaries and the Censored Women's Film Festival. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Qandeel Baloch.

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Trans Visibility: With D'Jamel Young

Release Date: 11/29/2016

Duration: 43 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: In a decade, how does one go from being a teenager with little to no options for the future to being an invited guest of the White House? This is the story of D'Jamel Young. He's a trans activist, model, and actor. He's also a former military intelligence officer for the Army. As someone who's learned from his mistakes and open about his experiences, he shares how he got to this place in his life which he describes as his best yet. Check out his community website: http://transl8tion.us/

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Real Women's Fantasies: With Angie Greenup & Julie Fishman

Release Date: 11/16/2016

Duration: 49 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: The super fun ladies of the First Timers podcast Angie Greenup and Julie Fishman are my guests for this go round. What happens when 3 straight married women hang out in a closet and talk about their fantasies? Well, none of these fantasies involved shoes. Or helicopter rides. Or food on our bodies. What do real women want? What do moms fantasize about? I'll give you a hint: it's not often reflected in media. (Also, they were kind enough to host me on their show, so look for episode #18 with special guest, me!)

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Refugee Aid: With Milana Vayntrub & Erin Gerber

Release Date: 10/27/2016

Duration: 66 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Milana Vayntrub and Erin Gerber aren't just talking about how to make the world a better place. They're doing it by supporting refugees and migrants. Milana's is a face you may recognize from tv, film, and commercials. She happens to be a refugee herself and the co-founder of CantDoNothing.org, a nonprofit organization and awareness campaign that supports Syrian refugees. Erin is a friend of mine since childhood. She was the inspiration for this episode since she's been working all around the world with refugees and displaced people for 7+ years. Erin shared with me the particular struggles faced by women and girls in these communities. I learned so much from her, and I know you will too.

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Birthdays: With Wendi McLendon-Covey

Release Date: 10/11/2016

Duration: 43 Mins

Authors: Katie Ward

Description: Actor Wendi McLendon-Covey is all heart and 0 effs. This special mix is why she's compelling as a person and a performer. She was about to abandon acting altogether when she booked the job (Reno 911) that would transform her career and life forever. She told me all about the joy of being in your 40s and gave me some great advice for my birthday.

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