It’s For The Table

As women, experiencing sexism is frustrating, especially in 2021. But what's worse, is experiencing it in everyday scenarios, like trying to buy a car at a dealership. This week the ladies of IFTT talk about stories where they've experienced sexism. Disclaimer: Fuck Dave

As our lives take different directions, it can be tough to know how to maintain an old friendship or even entertain a new friendship. This week the women of IFTT talk about their personal struggles with maintaining friendships and realizing that sometimes not every friendship is worth keeping.

It's no surprise that things are moving fast and opening back up due to the increase of vaccinations and new guidelines for Covid-19. But is it too fast? This week the ladies of IFTT talk about the social anxiety and stress they've had that comes with adapting to normal life again. 

In today's episode, we have a special guest, Isabella from Isa Media Inc. This young and talented businesswoman joins the ladies of IFTT to talk about her journey from breaking tradition by leaving her 9-5 corporate job and tackling social media full time. So what does a gen-z, social media guru do on a daily? Listen to find out!

Have you ever googled "Why am I so tired?" or "Why isn't there enough time in the day?" Well, we can definitely relate to this one. We are feeling gassed out, exhausted, stressed, and...well, strange. Now that things are getting back to normal with the pandemic it seems we just can't adapt back to our old schedule. So we're taking this episode to vent about how hard it's been, and hoping our listeners can relate as well.

This week's episode is all about home decor and the ladies of IFTT will be sharing all their tips and tricks. We believe that decorating your space is important because it can affect everything from our self-perception to our confidence and even our productivity. It's time to say goodbye to the mundane and give your home a personality that's a reflection of you.

For this week's episode, it's all about chasing your passion and dreams. And what better way to talk about this than with a special guest, Danielle Dinote. She is a choreographer, dance director, entrepreneur, teacher, artist, and so much more.  Enjoy this episode as we talk to Danielle about chasing her own dreams and having the confidence to build a life and future for herself.

This week's episode is a follow-up to Alyssa's law school journey. Alyssa has been very transparent on the podcast about her journey with law school. Listen to her talk about being vulnerable through this process, hardships that come with applying, student loans, and preparing for three years of studying. If you haven't yet, make sure you catch up on Episode 15! 

Sometimes it's hard to forget that the body we have is beautiful and a blessing. Especially with today's society. But in recent times body positivity has become more acceptable and is talked about with confidence. Today's episode the women of IFTT talk about their body loving journey, where they are at today with their body and what they hope for the future. 

Why is it that women have to be afraid of so much? Even something as simple as a compliment from a stranger. Catcalling to women is degrading, uncomfortable, and scary- so it's time for women to reclaim it. Women need to be seen as equals and men need to listen up and support the movement. This episode is dedicated to all the strong women out there, we got this.

There is no rule in the book of life that tells you to keep the same daily routine in your life. We believe when change comes your way, the best thing to do is let the universe take the wheel and embrace it. This week the ladies of IFTT talk about a drastic change in their hairstyles and compare it to big picture life moments.

Whether you've experienced toxcity in relationships, friendships, or in your everyday environments - we all have common ground in the fact that regardless of how or when, we have experienced it. Toxicity doesn't discriminate. Some are better at spotting it than others but luckily for our listeners the IFTT ladies were NOT good at avoiding toxic people and environments at first so we have some a lot of stories and tips on how to manuveur through the toxic shit. But also luckily for you (and us) we have learned and grown from our past and we are excited to share those lessons with you as well! ⠀ ----more----   We are not experts and everyone's experience is different. If you are experiencing toxicity in any form, please know you're not alone. Here are some hotlines that are available: relationship advice hotline (855) 760-7890⠀ domestic violence support hotline (800) 621-4673⠀ day one defining abusive relationships hotline (866) 223-1111⠀  loveisrespect (866) 331-9474 national alliance on mental illness (800) 950-6264

Confidence is something we feel in our bodies. It can be hard to find, but it’s a feeling we have inside. But not feeling good enough is the biggest struggle that stops us from following our dreams, making changes in our lives, and contributing our ideas to the world. This week we talk about where we get our confidence from and why everyone should feel confident about everything they do, no matter what.

Nowadays it seems like crime stories seem more popular than ever. But why are we obsessed with them? This week the IFTT ladies breakdown some facts and information on why specifically women are so intrigued by true crime. We also want to bring awareness of the importance of highlighting victims of these horrible cases versus glorifying the storyline. Content Warnings: General discussions of violence, murder, and rape. Please listen with caution.   #saytheirname Jennie Vincow Maria Hernandez Dayle Yoshie Okazaki Tsai-Lian "Veronica" Yu Vincent and Maxine Zazzara Bill and Lillian Doi Mabel "Ma" Bell and Florence "Nettie" Lang Carol Kyle and her 11-year old son Mary Louise Cannon Whitney Bennett Joyce Nelson Sophie Dickman Lela and Maxon Kneiding Chainarong and Somkid Khovananth, and their 8-year old son Chris and Virginia Peterson Sakina and Elyas Abowath, and their two children Peter and Barbara Pan James Romero Jr. and family Bill Carns and Inez Erickson Mai Leung Anastia Hrondas, a 6-year old girl, a 9-year old boy, a 8-year old girl Patty Higgins Lorraine and John Rodriguez Christina and Mary Caldwell Anne Marie Burr Lonnie Trumbell Joni Lenz Lynda Healy Donna Gail Manson Susan Elaine Rancourt Brenda Baker Roberta Kathleen Parks Brenda Carol Ball Georgeann Hawkins Janice Ott Denise Naslund Caryn Campbell Julie Cunningham Denis Lynn Oliverson Melanie Cooley Shelly Robertson Nancy Wilcox Melissa Smith Laura Aime Debby Kent Carol DaRonch Nancy Baird Sue Curtis Debbie Smith Rita Loraine Jolly Vicki Lynn Hollar Karen Chandler Kathy Kleiner Lisa Levy Margaret Bowman Cheryl Thomas Kimberly Leach Lynette Culver Rita Curran Nina Jo Schmale Patricia Ann Matusek Pamela Lee Wilkening Mary Ann Jordan Suzanne Bridget Farris Valentina Pasion Merlita Gargullo Gloria Jean Davy        

The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly disrupted and affected education systems across the country and around the world. It has changed the way we see classrooms and is now constantly shifting, with the health of students, teachers, and their families. Our special guest this week is Nikki Petersen, a teacher from the Philadelphia area who joined us on the podcast to talk about her journey through the pandemic as a teacher and human being just trying to get through the new normal.

Britney Spears hasn’t been able to fully live her own life for 13 years, stuck in a court-sanctioned conservatorship. And it wasn't until now that people were made aware of the dark reality of her life until a recent documentary. But the hyper-focus on the downfall of women in the limelight didn't start with Britney. In this week's episode, the ladies of IFTT talk about all things Britney but also how tired we are of women having to apologize and explain themselves for how they’re living their lives.   ***content warning: rape, rape culture, sexual assault***

Why is it that we put so much pressure on ourselves when we turn 30? In this week's episode, Gabby talks about turning 30 and what that means to her. The ladies of IFTT are taking back the true meaning of entering a new decade in your life and remembering that age is just a number.

So, what's the big difference? Loneliness is marked by a sense of isolation, of lack, like something's missing—it's a negative vibe all around. Whereas alone is about being in solitude—without feeling lonely, while absolutely enjoying your own company. But how can we tell what we need to complete the emptiness? The ladies of IFTT talk about whether they're feeling lonely or are trying to get over the amount of time they have to spend alone.

Another year, another Valentine's Day. The ladies of IFTT are talking all things love, roses, and societal norms for the day of February 14th. But what better way to talk about cupid's holiday than with a male. Gabby's husband, Jeff, joins this week to reveal his perspective on the lovey-dovey holiday.

What's the best way to get out of a funk? You talk through it! It's no surprise that this past year has been a rollercoaster for everyone. But what can you do to help get you out of that mood? The ladies of IFTT talk about their worst funk habits and their favorite remedies to get the funk out of one.

Do you know that little voice in your head that helps you decide whether something or someone is a good decision for you or not? Well, that's our intuition telling us to see the red flags in front of us. But why do we ignore them so often? This week the ladies of IFTT breakdown red flags and name a few of their own when it comes to relationships, friendships, and work environments. *Small audio distraction*

New year, same me. Nope, not on our watch. This week the ladies of IFTT chat all things resiliency and how changing your mindset can transform your quality of life. And what better time to talk about this than during the celebration of Martin Luther King day and our newest president's inauguration. 

Now that the year 2020 is over, it's time to start learning how to say no to others and say yes to what you want. This week the ladies of IFTT talk about putting their insecurities to the side and striving for what they want to better themselves. Listen and check out the 5 tips they give for learning how to put our needs before others. Sometimes it pays off to be a little selfish...

Love at first sight: Does it exist? Do people really meet and in moments simply know they're meant to be? Lys and Gab take on a new short segment of IFTT and breakdown whether they think it is possible or not.

The pandemic has created chaos and uncertainty for many people around the world, especially those who have created their business from the ground up. But what happens when that business is in the entertainment industry?DJ Jason Weiss joins the ladies of IFTT to tell us all about where he thinks the future of the entertainment industry lives, how to manage the emotional and financial baggage through this pandemic, and how he learns every day to be the best version of himself to his family.

Why is female masturbation still taboo? Masturbation can relieve anxiety, help you sleep better, boosts your libido, and above all things- makes you feel empowered. This week the ladies of IFTT break down this stigma, share their own masturbation stories, and reveal their favorite vibrators...just in time for the holidays.

Mean girls are great if we’re talking about the movie. But in real life, the lack of women empowerment and women supporting women isn’t as normalized as it should be. This week the IFTT ladies discuss the concept of 'mean girls' and why it affects women. 

Don't you wish you could tell your younger self what you know now? We do. In this episode, the IFTT ladies list the ten things they wish they could've told their younger self. 2020 is at its final stretch so we're breaking down what we wish we knew in preparation for making our new year's resolution count!

Every 73 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted. And every 9 minutes, that victim is a child. Meanwhile, only 5 out of every 1,000 perpetrators will end up in prison. We see it on the news, we see it on social media, we see it happen to our loved ones.  And we feel like it’s important to talk about it. We hope us talking about it brings you awareness and if you’ve gone through it, just know you’re not alone.*listener discretion is advised*   

Everyone has traditions handed down to them by family, culture, and society. But why do we follow them without question? This week the IFTT ladies break down their personal traditions but also dive into the origins of some rituals and traditions we've all heard of or experienced. 

I guess Adele said it best, “I can’t help feeling, we could have had it all.”We've all experienced the pain of heartbreak and losing someone, but how do you get over that? Join the IFTT ladies this week as they relive their past heartbreaks and talk about what they did to get over them and move on. 

We all do it, but why? Join Alyssa and Gabby this week as they break down the reasons why people lie. You'll get to hear the girls talk about their biggest lies and their most embarrassing lies. IFTT ladies are covering all small white lies to a trail of made-up stories that could get you in trouble. 

Join the IFTT ladies for a special Halloween episode where Alyssa and Gabby talk all things spooky and explore the world of spells rituals and incantations. Spooky Szn is among us so make sure you listen and enjoy the journey of how the IFTT ladies take specific spells into their own hands. 

Join this week as the IFTT ladies invite a special guest and long-time friend, Barry VanDoren as he helps unlock all the secrets of online dating, ghosting, and waiting for the right person. We've talked about the dating would between just us, so now it's time to get a different perspective on the subject! 

With every episode and every week, IFTT is growing in our personal lives and within our Podcast. So this is an update to what the cohosts of IFTT, Lys and Gabby, want to fill you in on since the start of their podcast journey over the last eight months. Enjoy this refresher on the passion behind IFTT and the beginning of a new journey for the duo.

This epsiode wasn't easy to record for the women of IFTT as we address the shift and future of the podcast as well as giving an update to our personal mental health and the process of therapy. Enjoy this honest and open episode about being vulnerable and letting go of what serves you in life. 

It’s safe to say that 2020 has been an absolute dumpster fire and it doesn’t seem to be slowing down any time soon. We're experiencing an incredible amount of chaos in the world. From a global pandemic, climate issues, racial injustice and of course, the upcoming 2020 presidential election. Enjoy this very honest and informative episode where we share with you not only our views but explaining the importance of voicing your right to vote.

Honestly, most days during the covid-19 pandemic we've forgotten to wash our face, forget what day of the week it is or the purpose of our life.  But, today is as good a day as any to try and turn over a new leaf. This week's episode we have a special guest, Ahlora Thomas-Lyons, a great friend of the ladies of IFTT that took quarantine by the horns and changed her life for the better.    

To think that we spent at least 13 years and about 24,000 hours in school and allowing the educational system to determine what we need to know for our adult lives is kind of...ridiculous? Especially when what we did learn has proven to be quite useless (sorry in advance to all the math teachers). We comically dive into the lessons we learned but wish we didn't and what we wish we knew sooner! Side bar: How lit would an IFTT University be though?

Toxicity doesn't just affect the personal relationships in your life. Your relationship with your work, or the company you work for, can be toxic too! We have ALL been there in some way or another so of course we’re here to talk about it. At a time when the nature of work is changing for almost everyone in the face of the pandemic, we wanted to talk about identifying signs of an unhealthy environment and making positive change! 

Everybody has a family - whether they’re born into it, or find it along their way.  But what happens when the people you love the most are also the most challenging humans in your life? This week, we bring our family matters to the table! As always, we get silly and real and maybe a lil tipsy. We know family can be complicated and we hope this helps you realize you’re not alone in the crazy.

We are back and wetter than ever! This week, the ladies of IFTT talk about what it's like to be a woman in a man's world. We can’t thank Cardi enough for dropping this song this year! So get your boots and your coat for this wet ass episode!***Content warning: rape and sexual assault***

Meet Will Stangler,  the man behind the magic. Will is our fabulous producer, and podcast spirit guide without whom IFTT simply would not be. He’s witty, creative, motivated and ready to make shit happen. This week we talk finding your passion and making it your reality. If you’re looking for the nudge you need to take the next step on that passion project, you’re welcome. Plus, we have some awesome news about IFTT’s future! Tune in to find out more!

We know how hard it is to talk about something that didn't go the way you planned, especially when it's something you really want! This episode explores our very own Lys’s story of rejection and redirection - because talking about the hard stuff is what we do at the table. But her story isn’t over and neither is yours! Always remember to grow through what you go through! ⠀

We know a lot of our content caters to the ladies out there and we figured it was about time we put together something for the men out there too! The ladies of IFTT thought that everyone deserved a little crash course in some topics we wish guys knew more about... #themoreyouknow

For us, there’s nothing like talking sex, vibrators, and dick pics with the girls, but just because we are open and honest about our sex life and sexuality doesn't mean that everyone else is! It wasn't always easy for us. We felt the effects of sex shaming and still kinda do... so here we are to try and normalize this ‘taboo’ topic! Pro Tip: if you want to turn it into a fun drinking game (alone or with friends) take a sip whenever Alyssa says "masturbating" and/or “vagina”

This week the IFTT gals get vulnerable with each other - and you! - as we discuss our insecurities both big and small. We all know that overcoming our insecurities can be a huge challenge, and sometimes it really helps when you talk them out! So get ready to get real and Mark F. better watch his fucking back.

This week on It’s For The Table we discuss our [mis]adventures with dating apps, thirst trapping, and how one lucky lady even found true love. Whether you’re happily married, playing the field or dodging simps in your dms, we know you’ll all relate. Get ready for some weirdness and a lot of laughing, while we take on one of our most mystifying topics yet - Dating!

Here we are with Episode 7 and our very first special guest — Lizandra Luber! Liz is a long time friend of the IFTT gals, and a talent acquisition specialist! In this week’s episode, Liz brings not only her amazing energy and nonstop laughs to the table, but tons of practical advice for preparing your resume, marketing yourself and knowing your worth!We’re so excited to have our first guest on the pod and we know you will love Liz just as much as we do. Get your notebooks out as well as your champagne and get ready to pimp your LinkedIn! 

Alexa, play My Type by Saweetie please! Join us this week and get to know the IFTT girls’ a little bit better ... a lot better really. It’s a whole new side to us and it’s so much fun to share! We talk Hollywood crushes, kinks, cartoon hotties, and everything in between. If you’re wondering what our thoughts are on Margot Robbie, wikifeet, elf ears, and Johnny Bravo, you’re gonna wanna give this episode a listen!

Join us this week as we dive into our relationships with the beautiful bodies that keep us alive! No matter what your relationship with your body is like, we’re sure these last few weeks have complicated it - they certainly have for us. So grab a snack and get comfy... or grab some sneakers and take us with you on that run. Because every body is a quarantine body and they all deserve a little extra love in these unprecedented times!