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Co-owner of Tulsi at The Market, Erin Dalton, and I talk career fits and starts, health and wellness, and of course, wild boars and woolly mammoths. We recorded at the bar where she used to work, so there's a bit of background noise.  Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. 

Kayla Young has so many jobs, not only is SHE exhausted, I think I needed a nap just listening to her. We talk social media trends, building a community online to empower women, and whether or not Yelp! is helpful.  Opening jingle by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "#Selfie" by The Chainsmokers (fair use) closes out the show. 

In addition to being a fantastic physician, Dr. Sydnee McElroy is the cohost of the podcasts Sawbones and Still Buffering, and is, according to me, the First Lady of the McElroy podcast empire. We also talk about how to fix the medical industrial complex.  Opening jingle by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "Family Affair" by Mary J. Blige (fair use) closes out the show. 

Jess Hurst a.k.a. DJ Feminasty and I talk about all the things I don’t know that make other people cool, like music.  We get mad at DJ Khaled (who apparently isn’t even a DJ? See? I don’t know things!), swear a bunch, and end the episode with her live mixing a track. opening jingle by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. 

Founder of Gro Huntington, Jeannie Harrison, and I talk about literally moving through trauma (bonus: bears!), imaginary friends, the failings of the DARE program, and getting text messages from God.  Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele. "Shake It Off!" by Taylor Swift (fair use, and yes, I'm as surprised as you are) closes out the show. 

 Candidate for West Virginia House of Delegates from the 65th district, Sammi Brown and I talked politics, shaking up your original dream, and why voting matters. REALLY matters.   Opening jingle by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer and Brian Tischler. “Free Your Mind by En Vogue (fair use) closes out the show. 

Candidate for West Virginia house of delegates from district 17 Jeanette Rowsey and I talk campaigning, pussy hats, which are the best shoes to wear while you canvass, and how the dumpster fire election of 2016 inspired her (and lots of other women) to run for political office for the first time. Opening jingle by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. “Fight Song” by Rachel Platten (fair use) closes out the show. 

Local artist Sassa Wilkes and I talk creativity, logging the hours, anxiety, and using art to be a better human. I reveal something generally embarrassing about myself, and I think at some point you can hear my head metaphorically explode.  Opening jingle by Sarah J Storer; design by Kristin J Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer and Brian Tischler one last time. “The Climb” by Miley Cyrus (fair use) closes the show. 

Emmy award winning, Oscar nominated documentary filmmaker Elaine McMillion Sheldon and I sat down in the lobby of Marshall's theater during a screening of her newest feature length film, Recovery Boys. Sure, we talk about the deep stuff, like the ethics of making a film about real people and the need for Appalachian storytellers. We also giggle about red carpet fashion, which celebrity she scared off during a pre-party, and whether she can make a better music video than Drake (yes). Her latest project to drop is linked below. You can find Recovery Boys and Heroin(e) on Netflix. Maybe you've heard of it?  Opening jingle by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer and Brian Tischler. "(If You Were) In My Movie" by Suzanne Vega (fair use) closes out the show. John Prine "Summer's End" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXbEFTv9zr0

Film director Tijah Bumgarner moved to LA because she wanted to be famous. Now she's back in WV making rad Appalachian films, like Meadow Bridge. We talk over the sound of the espresso machine at Taylor Books in Charleston, WV. Opening jingle by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "Country Roads" covered by Shelsey Jarvis (fair use) closes out the show.

Dancer, choreographer, and owner of 4th Avenue Arts--Huntington's premier performance space--Jessica Lynn Fox and I talk creativity, soul movement, and making a mess. I reveal to the world what my mom thinks of my ballet capabilities. Opening jingle by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "I Hope You Dance" by Lee Ann Womack (fair use) closes out the show. Check it all out here: https://www.4thavenuearts.org/  

Artist and owner of Full Circle Ceramics, Noelle Horsfield, and I talk the politics of clay (no, seriously), the ethics of art, and being self-taught. I, once again, fan girl about Rachel Maddow. Opening jingle by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "One Hundred Pounds of Clay" by The Shirelles (fair use) closes out the show.

Acclaimed novelist Rajia Hassib and I talk fiction, politics, the Arab Spring, and the plot of her new novel, which will be published in April 2019 with Viking (Penguin). Opening jingle by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; producation and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "Walk Like An Egyptian" by the Bangles (fair use) closes out the show.

Tattoo artist Kayleigh Phillips tells us what it's like to repeatedly stab someone with a needle full of ink all the while earning her "money bump."   Opening jingle by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; producation and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. Alix G.s' cover of "Rose Tattoo" (fair use) closes out the show.

What do fake news, The Little Mermaid, Veronica Corningstone, and a missing cat have in common? All topics (and then some) on today's episode with field reporter, Tiffney Lopez. Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. Robin Meade's cover of "Dirty Laundry" (fair use) closes out the show.

DUN DUN dundundundundunnnnnnn. Cue the Law and Order theme song, because this week's guest rides around with cops. Krishawna Harless does outreach work in the community and wellness work with the officers (and firefighters). We talk policy, stereotypes, and high speed chases. Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. Lucia Evan's cover of "Way Down in the Hole" (fair use) closes out the show.

Dawn is retired. JEALOUS MUCH? But she takes us through what it was like to grow up in an era when women like her mother didn't work after having children plus working in a male dominated field starting in 1982. (I was 3. I don't remind her of this.) Now she's living her best life. Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "9 to 5" by Dolly Parton (fair use) closes out the show.

In today's episode I call the midwife! And she comes to my house and we talk about how she deliveries babies in houses. Other people's houses, I probably don't need to explain. I go back to offending people, I'm sure of it. Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "Push It" by Salt N Pepa (fair use) closes out the show.

Shannon is a nuclear physicist. She tells me what the hell that is, and we talk about leaving and then coming home to Appalachia. Recorded December 29, 2017 Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "Science Genius Girl" by Freezepop (fair use) closes out the show.

Allison White owns two local bars. We sat down at one of them--sans drinks--to talk opening your own business, moving back home, and what women business owners bring to the table. I ask her The Dreaded Question. Recorded December, 2017 Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "Raise Your Glass" by Pink (fair use) closes out the show. http://www.sipwineandwhiskey.com/ https://tapsatheritage.com/

Owner and Creative Director of Brown Dog Yoga and Tailwind Cycling, Katrina Mailloux, and I talk the healing power of yoga, feminine connective energy, and the cultural capital of Fruit Roll-Ups. Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "Breathe (2 am)" by Anna Nalick (fair use) closes out the show. Now (well, soon) in TWO locations, Huntington and Barboursville: http://browndogyoga.com/    

Owner of Blind Eye Restoration--a historical preservation and conservation company--Lindsay Jones and I talk construction, tools, and making grout great again. Ok, that was just me, but still. Recorded April 2018 at the Columbus Metropolitan Library. Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "Hammer and Nail" by Indigo Girls (fair use) closes out the show. Check out Lindsay's business here: https://blindeyerestoration.com/  

Claire Coder is the CEO--that's not what you think it means--of Aunt Flow, and she is in town. Well, on this episode. We talk all things periods and curse a couple of times, because periods. Recorded two menstrual cycles ago on April 13, 2018. Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "Crimson  Wave" by Tacocat (fair use) closes out the show. Check out Aunt Flow here: http://www.auntflow.org/ Claire in Teen Vogue: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/aunt-flow-tampon-subscription-service Claire in Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/elainepofeldt/2016/12/27/this-startup-aims-to-make-periods-more-affordable-for-those-in-need/#36b8d35b27f5  

Chris Cozad is the Owner and President of Alternative Auto Repaire in Columbus, Ohio; she and I talk cars, car repair, and the answer to last week's puzzle...wait, nope. Wrong show about cars. Things that do come up: driving mistakes, which purchasing pitfalls to avoid, the importance of community service, and what it sounds like when I imitate a broken down car. Recorded April 16, 2018 Go see Chris and her all female staff with your car needs: https://alternativeautocare.com/  

Assistant Director of CONTACT Rape Crisis Center, Liz Deal, and I talk healing, victim blaming (QUIT IT), and the power of telling your own story. Recorded October 26, 2017 Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "Spectrum" by Florence + The Machine (fair use) closes out the show.

Self-identified "sister of size" Anduwyn Williams and I talk body image, body size, and the fact that once upon a time, she'd be a Lady of the Manor and I would be a lowly serf. Additionally, we talk about bodily agency and she tells us the story of being sexually assaulted. For those who want to skip that section, there's a very clear verbal cue for when that conversation begins. Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "Scars To Your Beautiful" by Alessia Cara (fair use) closes out the show.

Former Mrs. West Virginia Julie Warden and I talk pageantry, walking in heels, and "world peace." It is too bad I didn't release this episode on April 25th, which would have been the perfect date. SEE WHAT I DID THERE. Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "Pretty Girl Rock" by Keri Hilson (fair use) closes out the show.

Hairstylist extraordinaire Falon Tooley and I talk hair trends, emotional haircuts, celebrity dos (see what I did there) and don'ts, and everyone's favorite style: bubblebath spikes in the tub. Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "Whip My Hair" by Willow Smith (fair use) closes out the show. Book with Falon here: https://www.styleseat.com/m/book/v/falontooley  

Personal trainer and bodybuilder Dez Gibbs and I talk exercise, fitness, body shaming, and body confidence. I rant about cultural beauty standards and make it clear she could absolutely take me in a fight. Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "Confident" by Demi Lovato (fair use) closes out the show. Check out The Studio here: https://www.facebook.com/TheStudioExclusivePT/  

Debbi Jones talks to me about training to be an aesthetician, skin care mistakes, and awful facial trends while I just lay back and get a zillion needles shoved into my face. For beauty.  Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "Can't Feel My Face" by The Weeknd and covered by Megan Nicole (fair use) closes out the show.  

The Priest of St. John's Episcopal, Lisa Graves, and I talk marathons as metaphor--she tells a beautifully heartbreaking story that serves as the basis of her favorite sermon, I probably offend people. Again. Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. "The Christians and The Pagans" by Dar Williams (fair use) closes out the show.

Spiritual healer/intuitive/shaman/witch/priestess Heidi Howes takes us on a journey to the other realm. Our animal allies join us (obviously) as we talk about soul repair, de ja vu, and the law of attraction. You all find out precisely how weird I am. Seriously, pay a visit to Heidi: http://www.heidihowes.com/ Opening song by Sarah J. Storer; graphic design by Kristin J. Steele; production and technical assistance by Kelley Altizer. BelovedStar18's cover of"Witchy Woman" by The Eagles (fair use) closes out the show.