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What Won't She Say

by Sonya Mastick

Sonya Mastick brings you around the table to meet some amazing women and hear their stories.

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Episodes

  1. The pandemic time warp, dreams, and a tambourine collection.

    Mary Ellen and I dig into how the pandemic gave us all a distorted sense of time. We also launch into whimsical dreams our younger selves had, one of the many unique skills Mary has, and so many other hilarious side stories.

  2. Resolutions, a dogs bagel tree, and dating in the social media age.

    We spent time in this episode discussing common new year resolutions, the infinite wisdom of Elyse Myers, the hilarious Tanara "Everybody's so creative" Mallory and Chef Reactions. Not to be left out, Sonya's hatred for trending kitchen sink recipes along with unpacking if it's possible to date...

  3. Fun holiday edition!

    Comedian Mary Ellen Kearney and I take a hilarious look at terrible holiday movies that we love, favorite traditions, family, and more!

  4. Lj Gamble - Life Coach

    In this episode I sat done with the passionate life coach, Lj Gamble. We discuss what it's like to be a coach, the election cycle, Kamala Harris, her fall group coaching course/book club, and so much more!

  5. The Night I Almost Died - Part 2

    We pick up from the last podcast where guest host Jackie Zimmerman is interviewing me about the night paramedics stopped my heart, twice. This is the conclusion to the harrowing tale. Trigger Warning!! We discuss things like Medical Trauma, Depression, and Suicidal Ideation.

  6. The Night I Almost Died - Part 1

    Welcome to season 6! In this episode, I am interviewed by Jackie Zimmerman (the feature of our 2023 summer series) about the night paramedics had to stop my heart.....while I was awake. It is a harrowing tale that you won't want to miss!

  7. Jackie Zimmerman Episode 11 - Elective surgery, new job, a break-up, and marriage.

    This is the final episode of the Jackie Zimmerman summer series! In this episode, Jackie talks about an elective surgery for a tummy tuck, a new corporate job, breaking up with the shady boyfriend, trauma bonding, marriage, and where her life is now.

  8. Jackie Zimmerman Episode 10 - Girls With Guts, burnout, and 1 last surgery.

    Now for an uplifting episode. Jackie starts Girls with Guts with a group of friends who also are IBD patients. She delves into the first retreat, highs and lows, complications, finding her people, immense pride, burnout, and the final surgery.

  9. Jackie Zimmerman Episode 9 - New surgeon, an easy surgery, Girls With Guts, and a shady boyfriend.

    New surgeon, the last surgery in the J pouch series, recovering, graduating from Grad school, starting Girls With Guts, and finding out that her boyfriend has been less than faithful. Does this finally fracture the relationship and end things? Listen to find out.

  10. Jackie Zimmerman Episode 8 - Suicidal ideation, new J pouch surgery, and patient advocacy.

    TW Suicide This episode is deeply vulnerable. Jackie was at a low point and actively planning her suicide. There's outreach, friends intervening, getting help, another J pouch surgery, and some body and mind healing. Life starts moving forward, and good things start happening, but all get…

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  11. Jackie Zimmerman 7 - Grad school, J-pouch surgery, and dark days.

    TW: Suicide, suicidal ideation. In this episode, life is on an upswing after leaving Camp Oasis. She has just been fired and cannot get another job because she has many surgeries ahead of her. She throws herself into Grad School to occupy her mind. MS relapse, an unsupportive boyfriend and...

  12. Jackie Zimmerman - Episode 6. Cleveland Clinic UC surgeries, ostomy, and Camp Oasis.

    In this episode, Jackie and her parents are preparing for a series of three UC surgeries at the Cleveland Clinic. She shares a ridiculous story of having to prep for colon surgery while sharing a hotel bathroom with her parents and gives details of her exact procedure. Jackie shares how the…

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  13. Jackie Zimmerman - Episode 5. Bankruptcy, benefit, all the feels, and facing a series of UC surgeries.

    In this episode, it's the end of 2009, and heart surgery is behind Jackie. She is still trying to maintain a full-time job while facing a series of major surgeries, trying to wrap her mind around how much her body was rapidly changing due to meds and illness, and worrying about how to pay the...

  14. Jackie Zimmerman - Episode 4. Heart surgery, malpractice, job complications and more!

    In this episode, fresh on the heels of her MS and UC diagnosis, Jackie suddenly faces heart surgery, and a family friend saves her life. During this time, she not only faces her own mortality but can see it in the faces of her friends and family. More boyfriend green flags that are actually red...

  15. Jackie Zimmerman - Episode 3. UC, exploding IVs, and another health crisis.

    In this episode, we talk about Jackie finally telling her family about her new diagnosis of IBD, struggling to understand the protocols and implications of UC, many hospitalizations, exploding IVs, and trying to become empowered at a young age to advocate for herself, all while being incredibly...

  16. Jackie Zimmerman - Episode 2

    In this episode, we talk about living with MS, a new boyfriend, highs, lows, a horrible roller coaster road trip, anxiety, and the ominous precursor of IBD.

  17. Jackie Zimmerman - MS and IBD patient and advocate.

    For this summer series we will be kicking off Disability Pride Month by focusing on the story of Jackie Zimmerman. In 2006 she was diagnosed with MS (Multiple Sclerosis) and in 2009 with UC (Ulcerative Colitis). She is now a patient advocate who has an captivating story to tell about her journey....

  18. Farah Jamani - The Holistic Pharmacist

    In this episode, Farah, also known as the Holistic Pharmacist, talks about women's overall health. We discuss the gut biome, the biology of burnout, difficulty with weight loss and the hormone connection, and the potential array of dysfunction in the body that is responsible for creating havoc…

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  19. Ted Lasso Season 3 Episode 12 So Long, Farewell Series Finale Recap

    Hang out with us as we wade through the SERIES FINALE of Ted Lasso. Who got closure and who was left hanging? Was it a satisfying ending? How did it compare to other other classic season finales? Stick around to find out!

  20. Ted Lasso Season 3 Episode 11 Mom City Recap - Beliving' N Biscuits

    UGH! This episode on so many levels was a tear jerker. A much needed standoff between Ted and his mom. Beard was a felon?!? Jamie goes "home" while Roy and Keely's worry about him might be bringing them together. Nate is welcomed back into the fold? There is so much to sort through with this…

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  21. Ted Lasso Season 3 Episode 10 International Break Recap

    This was a big episode with a lot of moving parts. Lets not fuss about and get right into it!

  22. Ted Lasso Season 3 Episode 9 La Locker Room Aux Folles Recap.

    This was one of our favorite episodes of the season! Music was more than ever front and center. So many witty one liners, and finally some sweet, sweet resolution to several story lines. Drop in and listen to our recap!

  23. Entrepreneur, musician, and world-traveler Dana Forrester

    T/W Suicide, Suicidal Ideation. In this episode with Dana Forrester we explore so many facets of life, death, the afterlife, and what it means to be alive. Dana is an entrepreneur, musician, and seasoned world-traveler. She discusses her early defiance as a Jewish girl turned rocker and tattoo…

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  24. Ted Lasso Season 3 Episode 8 "We'll Never Have Paris" recap.

    While last weeks episode had a lot of highs, this one has a lot of those possibilities dropping back down to reality. Is Ted's ex wife, Michelle, getting engaged? What exactly is going on with Keely and Jack...and Jamie for that matter?! Trent brings the wisdom while Nate tries to recreate the…

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  25. Ted Lasso Season 3 Episode 7 "Boxes" recap - Believin & Biscuits

    Listen as we unpack this powerhouse episode. We discuss Rebecca's warning of Jack love bombing Keely, Nate finally asks out Jade, and Trent finally getting Ted. Of course we launch the entire episode with lots of laughter surrounding the red string scene, the tender scenes with Sam and Ola along...

  26. Ted Lasso Season 3 Episode 6 Recap of Sunflowers

    This hour long episode was just full of goodness! Is Keely in love? Are Roy and Jamie really becoming friends? Is Ted finally opening up? Also, one of he last predictions from Rebecca's psychic visit comes true! Hang out and have fun listening to us breakdown the Sunflowers episode.

  27. Award Winning Singer Songwriter Jill Jack

    In this episode, we take an intimate deep-dive into Jill's personal life as she worked through life-threatening Covid complications and how she is now trying to find a new normal. Her story has so many twists and turns that you won't want to miss it!

  28. Ted Lasso Season 3 Episode 5 Recap - Believin & Biscuits.

    Signs might be a telling title for this episode. Where did Zava go? Is Rebecca's psychic right? Has Ted totally checked out? And what the hell is going on with Shandy? Find out in this recap episode of Believin & Biscuits.

  29. Ted Lasso Season 3 Episode 4 The Big Week Recap!

    Sarah and I look at this weeks, The Big Week, episode where Nate and Ted finally square off, Jamie and Roy form a kindship, and Keely is getting pushed ever closer to making big decisions in her personal/business life.

  30. Ted Lasso Season 3 Episode 3 Mini- Podcast Recap!

    Psychics, secret relationships, tragic endings, the era of Zava, alliances, and so much more! Listen to our recap of this long and compelling episode!

  31. Counselor and Spiritual Guide Julie Booksh

    On this episode, Counselor and Spiritual Guide Julie Booksh and I explore how toxic happiness is burying us in shame. For us to live a more fulfilled life, it's important to reconcile our inner world with our outer, how it can be harmful to label our feelings as good or bad, and ways to create...

  32. Ted Lasso Season 3 Episode 2 Recap

    Thematically it feels like an episode where so many characters are finding their strength and questioning their purpose. Listen for a full recap!

  33. Season 5 Episode 4 Musician, Comedian, and Endurance Athlete Mary Ellen Kearney

    The ultra-talented Mary Ellen Kearney talks about an impactful moment in her life that created a massive but positive change! We explore why so many artists feel they need to be depressed in order to create their best work. Her experience with running a half Iron Man, and how at the age of 40 she...

  34. Ted Lasso Season 3 Episode 1 Recap

    Ted struggles with negative press, while Rebecca takes it all personally. Are Roy and Keely still together? Has Coach Nate become a nice guy again or more of a supervillain? Listen for all the scoop along with our predicts of how the series might end.

  35. Mini Episode with Sarah Zimmerman - Believin' & Biscuits Episode #1 The Review

    Former WWSS co-host Sarah Zimmerman and I have decided to do a weekly mini podcast based around Ted Lasso. We will review each new episode the day after it airs. In this episode we recap seasons 1 and 2, along with placing our individual bets on how season 3 might turn out.

  36. Rachel May - Award Winning Musician

    In this episode, award-winning musician Rachel May shares fun stories about life on the road as a touring musician. We delve into our wild experiences as young musicians, her time playing in Grinder with Detroit Red Wing Darren McCarty, dating musicians, the loss of her mom, and the most...

  37. Angie Kaiser - Drummer and Associate Professor of Social Work

    In this episode, Angie and I discuss our awkward and bloody first-time meeting; what it feels like to have your life driven by the passion of playing music, along with teaching social policies during the era of Trump. Hope you enjoy! #spotify #itunes #whatwontshesay #angiekaiser #womenwhopodcast

  38. Season 5 Episode One - New Beginnings

    As you may have already noticed this is a short one but it's just a quick update on what to expect this season. I am looking forward to having more great conversations with you all this season. This season we have some really uplifting stories and some real nail biters!

  39. Is this our final episode....ever?!?!

    Are we consciously uncoupling? Is the podcast ending? Give it a listen to find out! Plus we discuss favorite pies, trust issues because of bad Halloween candy, and other random but hilarious nonsense.

  40. Hustle and Grind Culture

    This episode is about the toxic hustle and grind culture. Why rest is incredibly important both physically and mentally, with the reminder that we do not have to earn our rest. Enjoy!

  41. The pain of comparison.

    This episode we talk about Brene Brown and how comparison causes us to feel terrible and do ridiculous things like the trend of tanning your butthole and other weirdness.

  42. Trying Something New

    Why did Sarah end up doing an activity that she would normally find terrifying? Was it new found bravado? Was she tricked? Or did she have no idea what she was getting herself into? Listen to find out. This episode is a mini so it is under 11 minutes and is filled with fun, laughs, and dare I…

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  43. We Have a Name!

    In this episode we reveal the name for our mini podcast series and Sonya's exploration on creating new habits to complain less. We also talk a little about Brene Brown's Atlas of the Heart, naming our emotions, and the fundamental shifts that come with healing.

  44. Powerlifting legend Laura Phelps Stackhouse

    Laura Phelps Stackhouse is a legendary powerlifter defying the odds in a male-dominated sport. She has paved the way for women in the sport while securing her place in the record books as the strongest female powerlifter in HISTORY! This episode is a vast departure from most of her interviews. We...

  45. Mini Episode #2 - Pups, dark chocolate and breakthroughs.

    In this mini-episode we talk about how Sarah found self-forgiveness and had a psychological breakthrough after accidentally kinda, sorta trying to kill her dog with chocolate along with missing a writing deadline. However, the dog learned nothing from this experience. Listen now!

  46. **New** MINI-PODCASTS with Sarah and Sonya!

    Today we are launching a series of mini-podcasts. We haven't figure out a name yet and would love for you to give us some ideas! In this first episode we discuss the dreaded Trader Joe's parking lot, how electric cars are trying to murder us, and giving ourselves the grace to pivot when things...

  47. Jacki Smith of Coventry Creations

    Jacki is a dynamic entrepreneur and this episode is a must listen! She talks about how she grew her wholesale business from her kitchen to becoming an industry leader! Coventry supplies candles, oils, and other items to over 1000 businesses around the world. We take a deep dive in the how-to…

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  48. Cheryl Salinas-Tucker

    Today’s episode features Cheryl Salinas-Tucker, the co-founder and co-owner of ROUGE Makeup & Nail Studio and Eve Organics Beauty in Ferndale, MI. We discuss Cheryl’s years in the fashion and beauty industry and how she’s created an inclusive and safe place for healthy beauty. One of the amazing...

  49. Camp Casey Founder - Molly Reeser

    Yeehaw! On today's episode, Sonya and Sarah chat by the campfire with Molly Reeser, Founder and Executive Director of Camp Casey. Molly talks about the joy of combining her love for horses and passion for serving kids with cancer, and what it's like for a kid to open their front door to a horse…

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  50. We’re starting the year off joyfully with a chat with Tasha Skilllin!

    Tasha knows a thing or two about healing and loving on ourselves. She walks us through the devastating illness that confined her to bed for years, and the daily practices of healing and gentleness she still applies (and teaches!) today. Tasha is the co-founder of Rules & Rebellion, and the host…

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Sonya Mastick brings you around the table to meet some amazing women and hear their stories.

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