Better Out Loud

We’re back for 2020 with a special friend and Abi’s dad, Chris Rhoden, Sr. He shares on fatherhood, monthly Christmas dinners, and his take on how all of the love languages are just covers for quality time. Find out for yourself! Two Flounders Blog Two Flounders: Christmas - February 2018 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-out-loud/support

We made it to the winter finale, fam! There’s no better way to end it than with one of my closest colleagues turned forever friends, Dr. Michelle Allen (@fiyaangelou). Generous with her openness and honesty during an actively painful time, Michelle talks about loving and losing her mother this year and what it’s been like navigating relationships through it all.  In loving memory of Mrs. JoAnn Henderson, one of the brightest lights that we were blessed to have on Earth. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-out-loud/support

This week I am joined by Lauryn Adams (@laurynadams32), a wonderful friend and the one and only president of the original Pizza Club in Virginia Beach! We talk about making your people feel special because they deserve it, how it’s not too late in life to start your own club, and how to be in a relationship with yourself (crucial!!). We discuss the importance of connection through humor - and don't worry - there's a whole lotta laughin'. Finally, Lauryn shares not one but TWO wonderful letters out loud and leaves listeners with inspiration to recenter themselves (introverts and extroverts alike). P.S. Don't forget to look up your celebrity birthday twins. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-out-loud/support

On the one year anniversary since we both lost the most important person in our lives, I’m joined by my dear friend John Mayer (@john.s.mayer aka the REAL John Mayer) to reflect on the past year of grief, healing, community, and everything else in the middle. Get ready to feel re-centered and grounded beyond belief as you listen to John authentically share his reflections on the last few years and particularly the past year after losing his wife, saying yes to as much as possible, and soaking up the good that remains in the world. In loving memory of Abi Pereira Mayer (December 28, 1990-December 4, 2018). You can visit our website for show notes as well as visit Two Flounders to learn more about Abi's personal story. In honor of this day, you can also read more in Abi's Eulogy. P.S. If you're just jumping in, I recommend starting from Episode 01 when you can to get an even deeper picture of this project! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-out-loud/support

As folks gear up to gather with family, friends, or yourself in gratitude, I brought you a treat you didn't even know you were hoping to receive: my ate (ah-tay) or big sister, C.C. Stamm. She is my opposite in many ways but very much part of my soul in every way possible. Listen to her discuss the three guiding principles of living and relationships through the lens of someone who is more analytical, yet still approaches relationships with just as much intention.  Yes, we also discuss my desperate attempt to make more "pies" with my time. Let me know which team you're on.  P.S. November is Native American Heritage Month and I live on land that belongs to Piscataway folks as well as others over time, I'm sure. Find out who's land you're on by doing thoughtful research, and here's a helpful start from community members who are working on it: https://native-land.ca/.  The U.S. history behind Thanksgiving is tied to a horrific past to the Native American community; being in community with Native and indigenous folks over time has taught me to gather and center in gratitude to those who came before us this time of year and to those who I am in community with now. BASICALLY this is my extra reminder to support the Native American and indigenous members of your community always and especially this time of year because I just can't help myself! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-out-loud/support

This week we are joined by Nick Geer (@wiley_geers) to talk about intentionality around the table, the tale of how he met his sweet fiance and their purposeful engagement day, and some challenges in navigating the heavy with our people. It’s a mixed bag of fun, thoughtfulness, and authentic, active work. Ultimately, I did not choose to link the video referenced in this episode, however you still have the autonomy to google search on your own time. P.S. Michelle Obama was in APO. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-out-loud/support

This week, we are joined by the remarkable Brandi Blake (@brandi.beee), my roommate AND coworker who gets real about family, nurturing from a distance, showing love to your people the way they want to receive it, and taking ownership of our faults in all the very real complexities of life. Funny, thought-provoking, and vulnerable as ever - it’s an episode you don’t want to miss, a letter out loud that will leave you in reflection, and overall will make you want to give roses to your people while they’re here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-out-loud/support

Joined by the hosts of The Spotlight Radio Show at GMU (@ultradog2004), Aaron Escobar and Sarah Mae Dizon share gems from their relationship with each other, with music, and being purposeful in loving others through intentional expression. We decided that food is a love language to add to the list and we never remember to mention how we know each other... but we'll leave that a mystery just for fun. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-out-loud/support

This week we are joined by special guest Lauren Frager (@limabeanlauren) to talk about what it means to be intentional in relationships with ourselves and others, take a deep plunge into the 5 Love Languages, and explore the raw beauty of vulnerability. And yes, Brene Brown does get a shout out! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-out-loud/support

Dive right in to learn the origin story behind the host, Kylie, and her late best friend Abi, the day that inspired the creation of Better Out Loud, and mostly to hear all about how to love... intentionally, purposefully, and as BIG as possible. Vulnerability knows no limits here and cancer doesn't get the last word. This episode is dedicated to Abigail Pereira Mayer. Read the full "Dear Kylie" letter Read Kylie's full recap titled "Milestones on Our Own Timeline" --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-out-loud/support

Purposefully released on November 7, the anniversary of Kylie Day, Better Out Loud, is the podcast that gives voice to stories of the world’s most intentional relationships (or at least my whole world).  Through Better Out Loud, I have the privilege of sharing with all of you real stories about real people who foster intentional relationships with their humans. My hope is simple: that you get tangible examples of how to thoughtfully nourish and strengthen the relationships in your own life! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-out-loud/support