Shit We Don't Talk About

Have you ever wondered what it takes to break free from the suffocating grip of corporate patriarchy and redefine your life's mission? Amber Simon did just that when she transitioned from being a high-ranking HR executive in the conservative financial sector to the fearless CEO of Quivr, a luxury adult sexual wellness brand. Amber's journey is nothing short of inspiring, as she courageously stepped away from an unfulfilling marriage and a toxic work environment to advocate for women's sexual empowerment.Amber's story is a poignant reminder of the societal neglect surrounding female pleasure and the dire need for comprehensive sexual education. Imagine realizing, after 17 years of marriage, that you have never experienced an orgasm. Amber opens up about this deeply personal epiphany and discusses the widespread misunderstandings about female anatomy—such as the difference between the vulva and the vagina. This part of the episode underscores the critical importance of women understanding their own bodies and advocating for their pleasure, free from shame or judgment.The challenges don't end there. Amber, a non-technical Black woman, faces formidable obstacles in securing venture capital for her innovative sexual wellness app. With Black women receiving less than 0.27% of venture funds, Amber's fight for equity is a testament to her determination and vision. This episode explores the societal conditioning that discourages women from taking bold steps in entrepreneurship and emphasizes the need to support initiatives that celebrate women's sexual wellness. Join us and be inspired by Amber's mission and learn how you can participate in this transformative journey.More about Amber:  Amber Joy, CEO and Founder of QUIVR, is a trailblazer in women's pleasure and intimacy education. A former Human Resources executive; Amber understood a “typical” corporate career was no longer bringing her joy and understood it was time for a pivot. Amber's journey reshaped her life's mission of bridging the gap between a comprehensive pleasure education and the need to do so in an empowering, woman-focused community. Under her leadership, QUIVR has become a sanctuary for those seeking to enrich their understanding of intimacy and pleasure, making education accessible and relatable for the busy woman seeking pleasure as a lifestyle.https://quivr.global/Quivr WaitlistFind Mia On Social Media ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Listen and subscribe to the podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Imagine sitting behind bars for a crime you didn't commit, feeling the weight of the world's indifference on your shoulders. This is the stark reality we confront alongside Osagie Okuruwa of ⁠The Innocent Convicts⁠, and ⁠Lynn Currier⁠ of Skweda Solutions, as they share their relentless pursuit of justice for the wrongfully imprisoned. We delve into the harrowing journeys of Jonas Francisque and David Yarde—two men entangled in a system reluctant to admit its errors. Their stories, marred by withheld evidence and retaliatory prison measures, are a sobering reminder of the significant work that lies ahead in the fight against wrongful convictions.Witness the intricate web of systemic issues contributing to these grave injustices, as our discussion broadens to uncover startling statistics and the profound impacts of racial disparities. You'll hear about the 'boys club' that shields the guilty, the power dynamics that undermine truth, and the courageous efforts to give the silenced a voice. We unravel the case of David, framed for a crime while the actual perpetrator, shielded by corrupt ties, walks free. The conversation extends to the psychological impacts of wrongful incarceration, emphasizing the dire need for legal representation and the often rocky road to reintegration.The final part of the episode reminds us that the pursuit of justice is as much about the heart as it is about the law. Through personal stories and heartfelt expressions, we see how cultural backgrounds shape the strategies used to combat injustice. From Lynn's vigorous advocacy to Osagie's composed, culturally rooted approach, we explore the multifaceted nature of activism and invite you to join the conversation. Your voice is crucial in the movement for a more equitable justice system, and we're here to tell you that every act of support brings us closer to that horizon.Find Mia On Social Media ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Listen and subscribe to the podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

In this episode, we dive into the importance of recognizing and embracing empathy in our personal AND business lives (which are, let's face it, one and the same for the most part. Guest Loren Sanders is the author of "Empathy Is Not A Weakness: And Other Stories from The Edge" "What makes a great leader? Often, it's our worst leaders and toxic leadership behaviors that teach us the most about creating better leadership experiences for others. In this enlightening book, Loren Sanders reveals the seven key practices essential for gaining empathy and motivating others. Companies in which people feel seen, heard, and supported tend to be far more successful than those whose employees are disengaged and constantly under stress." More about our guest: Loren is a professional synergist who focuses on building better teams and better outcomes. Her passion is focused on leveraging knowledge and connecting people to create solutions. She is motivational, inspirational, and intuitive. Her approach consists of identifying goals and talents, isolating opportunities for growth; guiding people to realizations, and helping people create action plans for change. She is on a mission to rid the world of toxic work environments and toxic leaders.   Loren365.com Find Mia On Social Media ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. Listen and subscribe to the podcast: ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Google Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠RadioPublic⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PocketCasts⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠⁠  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miavosslive/support

YOU KNOW who she is! Tune in for this lively chat with Siobhan Fallon Hogan about her upcoming independent film, Shelter in Solitude (in AMC & Regal theaters October 6), and just life in general, including her journey as a writer & producer, the production company Emerald Caz Productions that she started with her husband Peter and their son Peter Munson Hoban in 2019. Siobhan's background is epic - you can't not recognize her amazing presence! She's been featured in Forrest Gump, Men In Black, Seinfeld, SNL, and Dogville; the list is extensive. Shelter in Solitude Trailer And don't get your panties in a twist about this movie coming out during the current strike actors strike - it's an independent film, no studio - no backing: "Now with the strike going on, our movie is an example of what people need to get back to… Get back to the project, be fair to the people working on it, and not have it so unbalanced with the people on the top getting the motherload” Accessibility Transcript Shownotes ⁠ Find Mia On Social Media ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Listen and subscribe to the podcast: ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Google Podcasts⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠RadioPublic⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠PocketCasts⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miavosslive/support

Episode 80 Guest is Jameson Johnson / Ophelia Peaches. Jameson is and has always been Genderfluid. As young as four years old, they were wearing princess dresses and pirate costumes interchangeably without preference. Growing up in Colorado in a low-income, single-parent household as a Domestic Violence survivor, Jameson understands what it is like to be Queer and powerless. At the age of thirteen, Jameson began performing in Drag under the persona of Ophelia Peaches. As one of the first youth Drag artists of this generation, Jameson has found media attention and activism opportunities to uplift fellow Queer youth. Using their platform, Jameson and their mother created a 501c3 named Dragutante featured on a Discovery+ series during Pride Month 2022. Jameson has performed as Ophelia Peaches on Denver's Pride main stage since 2019 and is a public speaker and emcee. Having received numerous community awards for their activism, Jameson continues to fearlessly use their voice both on and off stage to fight for equity, inclusion, and diversity. Full Shownotes: ⁠https://miavoss.live/80 Find Mia On Social Media ⁠here⁠. Listen and subscribe to the podcast: ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ | ⁠Spotify⁠ | ⁠Google Podcasts⁠ | ⁠RadioPublic⁠ | ⁠PocketCasts⁠ | ⁠Anchor⁠  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miavosslive/support

Welcome to Episode 79 of Shit We Don't Talk About. My guest is Corbin Knight-Dixon, a sexuality educator, learning coach, and advocate. In this episode, we dive into the topic of Far Right Fairy Tales, the manufactured culture war on education, and many other things including trans rights, critical race theory, sex education, and more More about our guest: Corbin Knight-Dixon, MS, is an educator, trainer, and advocate in Upstate New York with 15+ years of experience in sexuality education, public health, sexual violence prevention, and healing justice. Currently, Corbin is the Director of the New York State Sexual Violence Prevention Training Center with CAI - Cicatelli Associates Inc.⁠ Full Shownotes: https://miavoss.live/79 Find Mia On Social Media here. Listen and subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | RadioPublic | PocketCasts | Anchor  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miavosslive/support

Hey, welcome to Episode 78 of Shit We Don't Talk About. My guest is Cindy Fossouo, CEO & Founder of Information Systems Builder a branding and marketing company for Tech Startups. In this episode, Cindy shares her journey of navigating the dating world as a young female CEO. More about our guest: Cindy Fossouo is the CEO of Information Systems Builder based in San Francisco. They help tech startups with their branding and marketing. She is also a deal partner at a venture capital which consist of her giving more than 100k of funding for startups. She earned her Bachelor and Masters at the private university Saint Mary's College of California.  Not only is she the CEO at Information Systems Builder but before she previously founded multiple startups. Full Shownotes: https://miavoss.live/78 Find Mia On Social Media here. Listen and subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | RadioPublic | PocketCasts | Anchor  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miavosslive/support

Welcome to Episode 77 of Shit We Don't Talk About. My guest is Kevin Hyer, CEO of The Hyer Calling Foundation, Inc., a Philadelphia based 501(c)(3) that destigmatizes the disease of addiction in the workplace. In this episode, Kevin shares his own personal story of addiction and how he now helps to tackle addiction stigma. More about Kevin: Kevin Hyer, Esq. is CEO of The Hyer Calling Foundation, Inc., a Philadelphia based 501(c)(3) that destigmatizes the disease of addiction in the workplace through helping people in recovery secure and maintain long term employment and educating organizations on the benefits of hiring people in recovery. A labor lawyer in recovery from meth addiction, Kevin earned his B.S. in Labor & HR from Penn State and J.D. with a labor/employment law focus from The University of Baltimore School of Law. Follow them on Facebook Full Shownotes: https://miavoss.live/77 Find Mia On Social Media here. Listen and subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | RadioPublic | PocketCasts | Anchor --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

Guest Colleen Hjort-Frederiksen is a Living Donor Support Manager with The National Kidney Foundation AND a Living Kidney Donor. Tune in to hear her personal story & also find out how to be a Living Organ Donor. Want to know more about living donation? Check out the NKF website: https://www.kidney.org/transplantation If you're currently testing to donate or are a kidney patient interested in a peer mentor OR if you've donated or are a kidney patient interested in being a peer mentor, they can check out the NKF PEERS webpage with link to register here: https://www.kidney.org/peers Reach out to Colleen directly! colleen.hjortfrederiksen@kidney.org Full Shownotes: https://miavoss.live/76 Find Mia On Social Media here. Listen and subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | RadioPublic | PocketCasts | Anchor --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

Ending the year right proper with a rousing super-long (that's what she said) episode featuring one of my favorites, Drew Linsalata of The Anxious Truth. The List of Grievances is extensive & topics include: Festivus For the Rest of Us The Pressure of the Holidays The Nap Ministry - Rest is Resistance (Mia's new mid-grade obsession) Strong People - Why is no one checking on us? Bullshitters: FTX, Sam Bankman Fried, Adam Neumann & WeWork, Anna Delvey Feats of Strength Things to incorporate for 2023 Full Shownotes: https://miavoss.live/75 Follow Drew here: https://theanxioustruth.com/ Find Mia On Social Media here. Listen and subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | RadioPublic | PocketCasts | Anchor --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

Guest Rebecca Bee Bromberg fills us in on what exactly IS Somatic Healing, why its a great complement and/or alternative to plant medicine, and details the 5 somatic modalities. More about our Guest: Rebecca Bromberg is a body-mind healing coach and recovering perfectionist. She helps professionals and entrepreneurs transform from running on fumes in survival mode to thriving with calm confidence. She is the founder of Finishing School, a thriving community of high-performing professionals learning to heal and rewire their unconscious minds so they can thrive on purpose. She is also the founder of Sole Clarity, where she has provided mindfulness-integrated programs for community nonprofits and community-minded for-profits. Rebecca is trained in Mindfulness-Based Somatic Healing and has had a steady mindfulness practice for over 20 years. www.rebeccabeecoaching Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebeccabeecoaching Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebeccabeecoaching/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-bee-bromberg-1b73741/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxYoeCHR8rYIJj2VCTH6l0A Tiktok www.tiktok.com/@rebeccabeecoaching Full show notes on this episode can be found here: https://miavoss.live/74 Find Mia On Social Media here. Listen and subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | RadioPublic | PocketCasts | Anchor --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

Getting organized may seem like it's talked about a lot but mainly it involves a lot of quick fixes & shame-based patterns. Tune in as Mia talks with Professional Organizer, JoAnn Krall - we dive into it! So take some notes because we definitely did. More about our Guest: JoAnn Krall is a Professional Organizer who works with people that struggle with organization in their homes, businesses, and life. She started her business, The Sensible Organizer, 16 years ago, but she has been organizing people her entire life. JoAnn combines her former experience as an accountant and direct sales consultant with her ability to organize to help people profit more and stress less. Follow JoAnn on all the socials: https://joannkrall.com https://www.facebook.com/The.Sensible.Organizer https://www.instagram.com/joannkrall https://www.twitter.com/joannkrall https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannkrall https://wwww.pinterest.com/joannkrall Full show notes on this episode can be found here: https://miavoss.live/73 Find Mia On Social Media here. Listen and subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | RadioPublic | PocketCasts | Anchor --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

Guest April Kelly discusses her motherhood journey including postpartum depression, restricted milk supply, medical gaslighting, doula birthing, and more. More about April and her journey: Just a few years ago, April Kelly and her family were celebrating one of the most joyous times of their lives, bringing home their new baby. Like most parents, she and her husband experienced the full range of emotions, happiness, excitement, a tinge of anxiety but most of all, the warm sensation of unyielding love. Shortly after returning home from the birth of their 3rd child, they were faced with a sudden change of events that ultimately led them to make the decision to supplement full-time. After battling postpartum depression, a restricted milk supply, and excruciating feedings, April decided to grasp onto the tidbit of sanity she had left, forgetting about the mommy guilt and diving headfirst into supplementing. "Like many moms, I felt ashamed, overwhelmed, and a bit guilty. What could I have done differently to avoid this outcome? I wasn't looking forward to the task of formula shopping or the potential of mom-shaming that sometimes comes along with formula feeding." After experiencing terrible side effects from a popular plant-based formula on the market, April and her husband decided to take matters into their own hands, committing to extensive research on formula ingredients and alternative options. Safe to say, a fire was lit that still burns today. "With the aid of pediatricians, industry experts, my husband, and all of my mom-friends, we've developed a special recipe that provides complete nutrition, quality, and convenience." As a woman, a mom of four, and a wife, April strives to create an inclusive family-friendly brand that empowers, educates, and equips parents to make the best decisions regarding the health and well-being of their children starting with their ready-made plant-based formula for infants, and toddlers Website: www.thesurecompany.com Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/thesurecompany Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Full show notes on this episode can be found here: https://miavoss.live/72 Find Mia On Social Media here. Listen and subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | RadioPublic | PocketCasts | Anchor --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

What a privilege to sit down with my friend Antonio (Tony) Harvey and discuss his experience of being a Black man in the news media machine for 30 years which is eye-opening & informative. Tony also shares stories of growing up in Illinois (we went to Champaign Central High School together - Class of '83 - Go Mighty Maroons!), tales of the Great Migration in his family history, and his own journey of discovery uncovering hidden (and not so hidden) racist practices and historical events around the US. There's also a shoutout to previous guest Dr. Rob Copeland - check out his episode here: Systemic Racism - Episode 10 Tony is a Reporter/Photojournalist/Author residing in Sacramento, California - you can learn more about him & follow him at these links: PublicityAgents.Org Facebook Instagram Twitter Full show notes on this episode can be found here: https://miavoss.live/71 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

This is shit we DEFINITELY don't talk about: Friendship Breakups. This is a messy and taboo subject for many and guest Aimée La Fountain dives deep into the nuanced layers of kicking a friendship to the curb. Pro-tip: This episode is an excellent follow-up and pairs nicely with Episodes 68 and 69 Aimée La Fountain is a Greater New York-based writer and marketing strategist. She currently serves as an arts columnist for Gannett and specializes in features. Her writing has appeared in YES!, SELF, The New York Times, and The Washington Post, among others. I wrote a piece for Yes! Magazine offering advice for recovering from the end of a friendship, based on what I've learned from a few breakup experiences with long-term (10+ years) friends.I believe there's a hunger to address the issue because despite it being a common (in a 2016 Finnish study, 70% of participants had ended friendships) and painful (a 2010 study found that social rejection can be as distressing as physical pain) experience, society tends to give it little attention. The end of a friendship can be as devastating as the end of a romantic relationship, yet we don't have friendship divorces or other established norms for how to go about it. While we also have expressions like "it's not you, it's me" for romantic relationships, there isn't a similarly established dialogue for friendship breakups. Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Aimée's article featured in YES Magazine Full show notes on this episode can be found here: https://miavoss.live/70 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

In this episode, Mia is joined by her two good friends Ashley & Layla to discuss their experiences in the dating world including dating apps and.. You guessed it ,,, dick pics! We had a lot to say so put your headphones in (because, as always, this podcast is not for delicate ears) and listen up! About The Guests: Ashley DePaulis is an embodied success expert whose unique brilliance is in understanding the mind-body-spirit relationship and brining that into the workplace to improve business. Connect with Ashley on her Instagram: @ashley.depaulis • Instagram photos and videos Layla is a #DigitalNomad, #FullTimeTraveler, #Foodie, #Housesitter, #FoodBlogger Connect with Layla LaLa (@laheelah_) • Instagram photos and videos Full show notes on this episode can be found here: https://miavoss.live/69 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

Hey, welcome to episode 68 of shit we don't talk about powered by helix interactive. The episode guest is Dave Glaser and the topic is Modern dating & Relationship Tips. We'll talk about Modern dating through the lens of attachment theory, enneagrams and masculine/feminine energy dynamics. That is a mouthful which means I need to also whisper “that's what she said” Guest Bio: Dave Glaser is a personal trainer and relationship coach teaching members to connect with their bodies and intuition through weekly challenge groups. Each week, members receive personalized challenges that will help them get out of their heads and into their bodies so they can begin to make better decisions for themselves in life, love, and relationships. Links: Daveglaser.com https://www.facebook.com/FitLifeChampions Instagram: @daveglaser_cscs Tiktok: dave.glaser For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/68 Find Mia online: https://miavoss.live/ https://linktr.ee/miavosslive --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

Today's topic is ayahuasca & other healing plant medicine modalities and I have two guests! Humberto Alcala(who is a shaman by the way) and Ruger Hebert - they have an ayahuasca retreat center called Finca el Pendulo in Jalisco Mexico. Tune in as we discuss all the amazing benefits and we do a deep dive into the background of ayahuasca as well as the experience itself. Humberto Alcala, is best described as a modern-day medicine man. Ten years ago, after several personal experiences with ayahuasca, the medicine led him away from his successful contracting business in California towards becoming a highly respected facilitator – and Shaman – of mental exploration and emotional healing through sacred medicines. The culmination of this path resulted in training with an experienced traditional Shipibo Shaman, while living amongst the indigenous tribes deep in the Peruvian jungle near Pucallpa Peru. Humberto's background combined with traditional shamanic training provides an effective bridge between the western psychology alongside the native South American medicines. Ruger Hebert is the creator and director of Mexisoul Retreats. His connection to plant medicine is a deeply personal one. In May of 2021, while living in Las Vegas, he crossed paths with Humberto in one of his ayahuasca ceremonies. For many years prior he struggled with depression and a general dissatisfaction with life. The experience was transformative, life changing, and culminated in a journey where he created and now directs ayahuasca retreats at a center called Finca el Pendulo in Jalisco Mexico. Their mission is to help our guests heal, find their purpose, and connect with their higher selves. https://mexisoulretreats.com/ For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/67 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

Debbie Adams of People Can Training joins Mia this week to talk about their experiences as women in fields traditionally dominated by men. Debbie is a forced entrepreneur, renaissance woman, and dark horse. She's got things to say about being a non-traditional woman. Don't worry, this isn't a male-bashing session, so grab a beverage and listen in. --- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/66 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

Rachel Geftakys McCumber joins Mia to talk about her experience growing up in a religious cult. This is part two of a two-part series. Trigger warnings abound in this episode which includes a discussion of spousal abuse, child abuse, and religion. --- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/65 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

Rachel Geftakys McCumber joins Mia to talk about her experience growing up in a religious cult. This is part one of a two-part series. Trigger warnings abound in this episode which includes a discussion of spousal abuse, child abuse, and religion. --- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/65 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

Today's topic is Kambo, a south American frog secretion healing ritual - or as Mia likes to call it, the unsexiest, most difficult thing she's ever done in my life. So far at least. Mia's guest is Ayla Luna Rae who dropped by to fill us in on its history and its amazing benefits. Trust me, this is something that this crazy world and everyone in it can benefit from right now. --- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/64 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

We've all heard about OCD but do you really know what it is? Hint: It's more than just counting repetitively or engaging in excessive handwashing. On episode 63 of Shit We Don't Talk About therapist and OCD/anxiety specialist Jenna Overbaugh is back to talk about the reality of OCD and some of the confusion when it comes to OCD and generalized anxiety disorder. --- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/63 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

We've all heard of emotional intelligence, but have you heard of toxic emotional intelligence? It's like toxic positivity. Except in this case, it's emotional intelligence getting warped, twisted, and misapplied. Drew Linsalata is back for episode 62 of Shit We Don't Talk About so grab a beverage and listen to Drew and Mia get into this. --- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/62 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

Billy Price of Billy Footwear joins Mia on episode 61 of Shit We Don't Talk About. Billy is here to talk about the difference between universal, adaptive, and inclusive design. There IS a difference, and by way of spoiler alerts ... you WANT universal design! --- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/61 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

Mindy Scheier - founder of Runway of Dreams - joins Mia on episode 60 of Shit We Don't Talk About. Mindy and Mia chat about the need to make the fashion and design industry more inclusive and in tune with the need for adaptive clothing design. Getting dressed independently can be a major challenge for people with disabilities. Mindy is on a mission to address this challenge and to make the fashion industry stand up, take notice, and take action in this arena. So far, Mindy is off to a rousing start! --- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/60 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

Brijana Prooker is a freelance journalist and the emotional support human for her dog. She joins Mia on this episode of Shit We Don't Talk About to talk about disabilities that we might not see, but are still real and impactful. For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/59 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

Stewart Tucker Lundy is a quadriplegic, activist, feminist, and general man about town. He joins Mia in episode 58 of Shit We Don't Talk About to give us an inside look at the life of a wheelchair boss. -- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/58 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

On episode 57 of Shit We Don't Talk About, Mia is joined by financial planner Josh Caucutt. Josh is here to share tips and tricks on … well … how to get your shit together! -- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/57 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

On episode 56 of Shit We Don't Talk About, Mia has a chat with Sarah Kerr of Sacred Deathcare. Sarah is here to talk about a new and different way to support dying and grieving people. The Centre for Sacred Deathcare was founded to help people meet death–and life–in ways that are more healing, more holy, and more whole. Sarah's work is dedicated to the health and well-being of our collective past, present, and future. -- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/56 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

On episode 55 of Shit We Don't Talk About, Mia is joined by executive coach and fundraising consultant Malory Erickson. Mia and Mallory dish on the hidden pitfalls of fundraising and money movement that … wait for it … we don't talk about! -- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/54 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

In episode 54 of Shit We Don't Talk About, Mia is joined again by Drew Linsalata to talk about the idea that the Universe has your back, that you can manifest the life you want, and that there is automatic abundance if you just open yourself up to it. Well really, we're talking about how those messages quickly veer into toxic and harmful places when you don't acknowledge the mental health, social, and economic reality of a world outside your own experience. So ... spoiler alert ... if you can't stand the idea of EVERYONE getting the abundance they desire, then your belief that the Universe has your back is a giant steaming pile of horse dung and you may want to re-think that position or at least be quiet about it. -- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/54 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

In episode 53 of Shit We Don't Talk About, Mia is joined by Elizabeth Meyer Karansky. Elizabeth is a thanatologist, a funeral director, and the Chief Strategy Officer of Farewelling. Elizabeth is on a mission to change the way we talk about death and dying AND the way we celebrate life when it comes to its inevitable close. Farewelling - a radical approach to funeral planning - was born out of Elizabeth's own experience with the passing of her father. Being entirely dissatisfied with the way funerals are handled in the US, she took her experience, finished school, and went to work in the funeral industry - ready to turn it on its ear. -- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/53 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

In episode 52 of Shit We Don't Talk About, Mia is joined by funeral educator Lauren Carroll and death doula Erin Merelli, AKA The Death Wives. The Death Wives is a female-founded collective working to widen the narrative around death and dying. Lauren and Erin teach others about the history and practices of death work and seek to honor sacred traditions, remove stigmas around death, empower collective grieving, and create a safe space for community, connection, and support. -- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/52 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

On this episode of Shit We Don't Talk About, the birth and death series continues with Kristi Dixon-Pride. Kristi is a birth doula that's also training as a death doula. Mia and Kristi cover all the topics when it comes to the beginning - and end - of life. Kristi's journey as a birth doula started with a traumatic birth experience in a military hospital in Okinawa. The experience was horrible, leading her to think that “there has to be a better way”. It looked nothing like the birth stories she was seeing idealized on romanticized on TV! -- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/51 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

On this episode of Shit We Don't Talk About, Mia chats with holistic birth doula Lauryn Clark. Is there a better topic than the process of bringing new life into the world? Mia and Lauryn talk about the differences between doulas and birth keepers, the role of a doula in the postpartum stage, the origins of birth work, and how the medicalizing of the birthing process has created a race-based care gap. -- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/50 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

On episode 49 of Shit We Don't Talk About, Mia flies solo with random musings about shame. -- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/49 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

On episode 48 of Shit We Don't Talk About, Mia is joined by Kara Valentine, founder of Threads Worldwide, a fair trade jewelry company that features artisans from around the world. Mia and Kara explored “when helping doesn't help”. Helping in times of need is a good thing, right? Well ... not always! Mia and Kara chat about how lack of planning, poor organization, or a lack of awareness can accidentally turn helping into something completely different. -- For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/48 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

In this episode of Shit We Don't Talk about, Mia chats with Rahaleh Nassri host of the Violent Femme podcast. What's the Violent Femme podcast? Glad you asked! Violent Femme is a narrative podcast about women in history who were brave, bold, and ingenious, yet are mostly remembered for their brutality or villainy, if at all. Each episode will resurrect one of history's brutally brave women whose image has been tarnished or even erased by men who fear such women but have long been entrusted with our history. Violent Femme will retell and sometimes reimagine history from the heroine's perspective. This is herstory. Talking about what women need is awesome, but talking about that in the context of women always being victims is not healthy or productive. Rahaleh started Violent Femme to tell the stories of women that history largely ignores. These are women that embody the flawed hero archetype normally reserved for men. Through their action, these powerful women redeemed themselves and moved beyond their flaws. These are stories worth telling. For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/47 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

On this episode of Sh!t We Don't Talk About, Mia is joined by frequent guest (and her podcast producer) Drew Linsalata. Mia and Drew talk about boundaries and how sometimes it's hard to set them, but even harder to keep them! Join us as we chat about COVID-19 boundaries in the context of the recent resurgence, personal boundaries and how to hold the line on them, and the relationship between boundaries and vulnerability. It's a great conversation! For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/46 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

On this episode of Sh!t We Don't Talk About, Mia is joined by Joe Ryan, creator and host of the It's Not You, It's Your Trauma podcast. Joe talks about how opening up about his past and his mental health struggles has been a bit part of his recovery and forward progress while also creating a healing space for others at the same time. Joe is a great example of how moving beyond blame and dragging shame out into the daylight are critical parts of the healing and recovery process so check it out! Joe Ryan Links - Website: https://joeryan.com - Instagram: https://instagram.com/joeryan For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/45 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

In this episode of Sh!t We Don't Talk About, Mia talks about incarceration with guest Amber Crowder, creator of the Been Down Project. Amber is courageously and transparently sharing her experience with federal incarceration and subsequent re-entry into society. Amber's story is an eye-opening look at the process of Federal investigation, prosecution, incarceration, and the real-life impact of that process. Spoiler alert: The mental image you have about criminals and prison inmates is a stereotype that often bears no resemblance to reality! Amber's Been Down Project is on a mission to educate, dismantle stigma, and help women as they work to re-enter society after incarceration. For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/44 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

On this episode of Sh!t We Don't Talk About, Mia welcomes guest Julie Flygare of Project Sleep to talk about narcolepsy and cataplexy, two conditions we definitely do NOT talk about enough! Narcolepsy is more than just randomly falling asleep. Narcolepsy is a life-impacting neurological disorder that rarely gets described accurately and does not get the attention it requires. --- For full show notes on this episode, visit https://miavoss.live/43 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

On this episode of Sh!t We Don't Talk About, Mia is joined by three-time Amazon bestselling author Drew Linsalata to discuss why teaching the fear center in your brain - that pesky lizard brain - to slow down is a good idea. Slowing down, even when stress and anxiety are demanding that you speed up, can go a long way toward achieving a calmer, less frantic life. Drew's latest book, Seven Percent Slower - A Simple Trick For Moving Past Anxiety And Stress, is available now at sevenpercentslower.com. ------- For full show notes on this episode visit https://miavoss.live/42 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

On the 41st episode of Shit We Don't Talk About, Mia flies solo once again to recount her recent cancer scare and to remind you of all the stuff you should be doing to stay on top of your health, but probably aren't. You don't want to hear this stuff, but it's important, so pull up a chair and get comfy. Wait. Colorectal health. Now THAT is shit we don't talk about! ;-) ------- For full show notes on this episode visit https://miavoss.live/41 Find Mia online here or here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

On the 40th episode of Shit We Don't Talk About, Mia is joined by ... Mia Voss! Tune in for a bit of a classic Mia rant about standing up online and how to go beyond copy and paste to include real action items that spark change and encourage productive discussion. For full show notes on this episode visit https://miavoss.live/40 ---- Find Mia online here or here. MUSIC CREDIT: Inspiring Experience by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5670-inspiring-experience- Inspirational Infinity Of Space by WinnieTheMoog Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6593-inspirational-infinity-of-space License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

On the 39th episode of Shit We Don't Talk About, Drew Linsalata is back for another Shit We Don't KNOW About. This time the discussion focuses on the current Andrew Cuomo situation and continued systemic sexism and harassment. NOTE: The Governor resigned less than 24 hours after this episode was recorded. So we have that going for us. Which is good. For full show notes on this episode visit https://miavoss.live/39 ---- Find Mia online here or here. MUSIC CREDIT: Inspiring Experience by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5670-inspiring-experience- Inspirational Infinity Of Space by WinnieTheMoog Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6593-inspirational-infinity-of-space License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

On the 38th episode of Shit We Don't Talk About, Mia has a chat with entrepreneur and podcaster Jillian Leslie. Jillian is here to talk about living with Multiple Sclerosis and the special challenges that creates in the time of a global pandemic that feels like it just won't go away. For full show notes on this episode visit https://miavoss.live/38 ---- Find Mia online here or here. MUSIC CREDIT: Inspiring Experience by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5670-inspiring-experience- Inspirational Infinity Of Space by WinnieTheMoog Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6593-inspirational-infinity-of-space License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

On the 37th episode of Shit We Don't Talk About, Mia has a chat with OCD sufferer, author, and advocate Chrissie Hodges. Chrissie has lived the “Pure-O” experience and still is. She's a wealth of knowledge and experience, so give this one a listen! For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/37 ---- Find Mia online here or here. MUSIC CREDIT: Inspiring Experience by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5670-inspiring-experience- Inspirational Infinity Of Space by WinnieTheMoog Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6593-inspirational-infinity-of-space License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

On the latest episode of Shit We Don't Talk About, Mia is joined again by Drew Linsalata, host of The Anxious Truth podcast (and full disclosure - producer of Shit We Don't Talk About). Mia and Drew discuss post-pandemic re-entry issues and anxieties as the world emerges from the long COVID shutdown. Lot's to go over in this one, so tune in! For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/36 ---- Find Mia online here or here. MUSIC CREDIT: Inspiring Experience by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5670-inspiring-experience- Inspirational Infinity Of Space by WinnieTheMoog Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6593-inspirational-infinity-of-space License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support

In this episode of Sh!t We Don't Talk About, educator, trainer, and advocate Corbin Knight-Dixon returns to talk about how men are great! Well, Corbin talks about how men CAN be great, by getting rid of toxic masculinity. Corbin has been active for over 15 years in the fields of sexuality education, public health, sexual violence prevention, and healing justice. It's a great conversation about a sometimes difficult and divisive topic. For full show notes on this episode: https://miavoss.live/35 ---- Find Mia online here or here. MUSIC CREDIT: Inspiring Experience by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5670-inspiring-experience- Inspirational Infinity Of Space by WinnieTheMoog Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6593-inspirational-infinity-of-space License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miavosslive/support