Having A Moment

In which we discuss far off places, daring sword fights, a prince in disguise! Listen as Tals and Shawty complete a 30 day Disney challenge in the span of a single hour, discussing their favourite things, along with some of their least favourite Disney moments! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/havingamomentpodcast/message

In which we swoon over the Dramione pairing from Harry Potter Fanfics! We want to expand our understanding of reading, and what better way to do so than with some good ol' pulp fiction? Fanfics mentioned: Amateur Cartography: https://archiveofourown.org/works/242815#main Dépaysement: https://archiveofourown.org/works/13240686/chapters/30286914#workskin Apple Pie and Other Amends: https://archiveofourown.org/works/8156101/chapters/18691246 Other things mentioned: They Both Die In The End:https://www.bookdepository.com/They-Both-Die-at-the-End/9781471166204/ Beastars: available on Netflix --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/havingamomentpodcast/message

In which we complete a 30 day Harry Potter challenge in less than an hour. Our beautiful collaborators:  Tynisha at Luna Supplies: @luna_supplies GÜJA: @oneguja Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone - Wizarding World: Daniel Radcliffe reading Chapter 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Zc9giy2shsUAdjdXU0AbP?si=IIyUD2LxSlig1G1aWp8CHw Noma Dumezweni reading Chapter 2: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0UZWyFc0JDVNH51raQiL3X?si=I41yTPOKSne-TIa-sRdKOQ  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/havingamomentpodcast/message

In which we discuss Sally Rooney's debut novel "Conversations with Friends." Listen along as Tals and Shawty discuss their wildly different opinions of the novel and what they took away from it! We also reveal next month's read, which takes an unusual twist. Link: https://www.bookdepository.com/Conversations-with-Friends-Sally-Rooney/9780571333134?ref=grid-view&qid=1588493306274&sr=1-1 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/havingamomentpodcast/message

In which we discuss what "reading" means to each of us, and unpack the kinds of readers we are. We also try to deal with a massive lag in Tals' audio - but it's iso-life folks! We work with what we have! Takeaway Message: Everyone can read, and your opinion is valid. Just As Long As Your Eyes Are Blue - Banjo Patterson: http://www.wallisandmatilda.com.au/as-long-as-your-eyes-are-blue.shtml Sing To It - Amy Hempel: https://lithub.com/sing-to-it/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/havingamomentpodcast/message

In which we discuss our book club choice for this month; Ocean Vuong's "On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous." Book Depository Link: https://www.bookdepository.com/On-Earth-We-re-Briefly-Gorgeous/9781787331501  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/havingamomentpodcast/message

In which Shawty and Tals let their hair down and play Song Association and Would You Rather? Follow on instagram @havingamomentpodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/havingamomentpodcast/message

In which Tals takes us on a wholesome little journey as she cooks a Dahl inspired by the incomparable Tan France. In amongst the spices and scents she talks books, tv shows and puppies as she potters around the kitchen hoping to bring a little peace to people.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/havingamomentpodcast/message

In which we dive into how truly terrifying society is. Links mentioned: The Take: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQgmcQwbJew Emilija's Instagram: la_petite_costumiere --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/havingamomentpodcast/message

In which we discuss the prevalence of burnout and why fixing it should be one of our priorities.  Articles referenced in this episode: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/about-deloitte/articles/burnout-survey.html https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20190610-how-to-tell-if-youve-got-pre-burnout https://amp.abc.net.au/article/11174404 https://mobile.abc.net.au/news/2019-01-23/millennial-burn-out/10737016?pfmredir=sm https://www.who.int/mental_health/evidence/burn-out/en/ https://au.reachout.com/articles/burnout-and-chronic-stress Lifeline: 13 11 14 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/havingamomentpodcast/message

In which Alice joins us for our first ever book club episode! Novel: "Stardust" by Neil Gaiman --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/havingamomentpodcast/message

In which Tals asks some empowering questions that force Shawty to be vulnerable in a (semi-)public sphere. Tals' link to Thought Provoking Questions: https://www.mantelligence.com/deep-questions-to-ask/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/havingamomentpodcast/message

In which we get to know our resident Aquarius mermaid goddess Tals! Reflex The Game: https://flexfactory.store/products/reflex-critical-thinking-conversation-cards Instagram: @flex.mami The School of Life - 100 Questions (Original Edition/Conversations Starters): https://www.theschooloflife.com/shop/100-questions-original-edition/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/havingamomentpodcast/message

In which we discuss our first weeks back at school and how positivity has a dark side that can keep us silenced and in shame. Whitney Hawkins Goodman: @sitwithit Links to articles referenced on Toxic Positivity: https://themighty.com/2019/02/toxic-positivity-support/ https://thepsychologygroup.com/toxic-positivity-the-dark-side-of-positive-vibes/ https://medium.com/the-post-grad-survival-guide/the-terror-of-toxic-positivity-95abb8d08f9 https://www.refinery29.com/en-gb/what-is-toxic-positivity https://advice.shinetext.com/articles/4-ways-to-avoid-toxic-positivity-and-lean-into-emotional-acceptance/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/au/blog/the-man-cave/201908/toxic-positivity-dont-always-look-the-bright-side --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/havingamomentpodcast/message

In which Shawty discusses her "No Buy Year" as a shopaholic and Tals treats us to some tips and tricks about how to maintain one's wellbeing in the office! Link to website for Tals' PD here: https://www.rachaelrobertson.com.au/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/havingamomentpodcast/message

In which we talk about some of our big ideas that we have been developing over the last year and want to take with us into 2020. Join us for a fun twist on an old classic at the end. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/havingamomentpodcast/message

In which we look back on our favourite (and not so favourite) things of 2019, including books, bars and bangers! Show notes: Tals: Books I Loved: The 'Winternight Trilogy' - Katherine Arden 'Homegoing' - Yaa Gyasi 'East of Croydon' - Sue Perkins A Book I Hated: 'The Secret River' - Kate Grenville What I'm Currently Reading: 'Girl, Woman, Other' - Bernadine Evaristo Songs: 'God Help the Outcasts' - Heidi Mollenhauer 'Water Me' - Lizzo 'All the Pretty Girls' - Kaleo Album: 'Tell Me Why' - Archie Roach Podcast: All Aussie Mystery Hour – Melissa Mason & Josie Rozenberg-Clarke - Pedestrian TV Restaurant: Gemma’s – Elgin Street, Carlton Bar: Carlton Yacht Club - Lygon Street, Carlton Meal to cook for myself: Pappa al Pomodoro Someone I'm Stanning: Elliana Allon – Birth Photographer - @elliana_allon Ericka Hart – Sex educator, writer, model, all round awesome human being - @ihartericka Shawty: Books I Loved: Homegoing - Yaa Gyasi Old Boy (Manga Series - 19 books) Mouthful of Birds - Samanta Schweblin A Book I Hated: The People in the Trees - Hanya Yanagihara What I'm Currently Reading: Damascus - Christos Tsiolkas Songs: Fancy -Twice Motivation - Normani A Whole New World - Lea Salonga & Brad Kane Album: Feel Special - Twice ('Rainbow' is my favourite song on the album!) Podcast: Philosophize This - Stephen West Restaurant: Hankki - Kooyong Road, Carnegie Bar: Cafe Carpenter - Waverley Road, Chadstone Meal to cook for myself: Short grain rice, kimchi and seaweed Someone I'm Stanning: Lizzo - Singer, Dancer, Outstanding Performer, All round Goddess @lizzobeeating --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/havingamomentpodcast/message

In which we introduce ourselves, discuss self-growth, dating and small talk, and the dynamic duo of Parris Goebel and Rihanna! Welcome to Having A Moment with Shawty and Tals! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/havingamomentpodcast/message