The Introvert Sisters

Episode Summary:Are we getting older, are we becoming more introverted, or just more comfortable with our introversion? This week on The Introvert Sisters Podcast we discuss how our introversion has changed over the years, the experience of being introverted children, and more! Want to find out how being an introvert helps and hinders us at home and work? Grab a cozy blanket and get ready for another episode of The Introvert Sisters Podcast. The Introvert Sisters Podcast is sponsored by All Things Equitable Inc.: We make it Easy to be Equitable.The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click below.Previous Episode: Say No to RTOFind Us: Show Notes and add our podcast feed to your favorite player. | Transcript This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Episode Summary:On this week's episode of the Introvert Sisters we talk about returning to the office or as it's called, RTO! Is going into the office necessary? Dive into how office life harms us as Black, introverted, women, and why we love working from the comfort of home. Sorry workmates, we do NOT want to come to happy hour!The Introvert Sisters Podcast is sponsored by All Things Equitable Inc.: We make it Easy to be EquitableThe beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click below.Previous Episode: The Introvert Sisters Share Their Podcasting Secrets Find Us: Listen on Substack or add our podcast feed to your favorite player. | Transcript This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Episode Summary:Have you ever considered making a podcast? Are you a newbie podcaster? This episode is for you! This week the Introvert Sisters spill some of their tips on podcasting as well as some of the difficult realities of running a podcast. Not just anyone can pick up a mic and make a podcast… At least not one this good!The Introvert Sisters Podcast is sponsored by All Things Equitable Inc.: We make it Easy to be EquitableThe beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click below.Previous Episode: Shifting Mindsets on Sustainability with Stacey Alvarez de la CampaFind Us: Listen on Substack or add our podcast feed to your favorite player. | Transcript This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Episode Summary:Just in time for Earth day The Introvert Sisters sit down with Stacey Alvarez de la Campa, founder of Worldwide Sustainability Warriors. We talk all things sustainability, hope, and how climate change is specifically affecting our beloved Caribbean. We learned so much in the episode and hope you do too!The Introvert Sisters Podcast is sponsored by All Things Equitable Inc.: We make it Easy to be EquitableThe beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click below.Previous Episode: Introverts and Personality Tests: Why We Love ThemFind Us: Listen on Substack or add our podcast feed to your favorite player. | Transcript This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Have you ever taken a personality test? We have, and spoiler alert: we can't get enough! This week we talk about the ins and outs of taking personality tests. Are they reliable? Were they even built for people as complex and amazing as the Introvert Sisters? Dive into the world of INFJs, personality tests, and how they can be used for and against us, on this week's episode of your favorite podcast.The Introvert Sisters Podcast is sponsored by All Things Equitable Inc.: We make it Easy to be EquitableThe beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click below.Previous Episode: Exploring Colorism with Dr. Sarah WebbFind Us: Listen on Substack or add our podcast feed to your favorite player. | Transcript This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

It's Dr. Sarah L. Webb everyone!! The Introvert Sisters sit down with fellow introvert Dr. Webb and get into what it really means to start the journey of healing from colorism. She's the founder of Colorism Healing, so you know she has a lot of gems to drop! As always we get into the details and share our experiences as well as hear some truly moving stories from Dr. Webb herself. The Introvert Sisters Podcast is sponsored by All Things Equitable: We make it Easy to be Equitable. All Things Equitable Inc.The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click below.Previous Episode: Introverted, Caribbean, and BlackFind Us: Here | Transcript This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Episode Summary:Diaspora unite! Big tings a gwan!! In their second special-guest episode of the season, the sisters chat up a storm with Kimberley John-Morgan (aka “Salt”), and James Pogson (aka “Pepper”)! The four confirmed introverts unite separately to talk about their quiet personality type, their loud, well-seasoned writing, and how their Caribbean roots inform everything they do. Leh we go!The Introvert Sisters Podcast is sponsored by All Things Equitable: We make it Easy to be Equitable. For More:Previous Episode: Self-Healing Through Affirmations: Tips For ActivistsTranscriptRead the show notes This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Episode Summary:This activism journey can be HARD, y'all! And sometimes we need something to lift us up so we can keep doing the work. In a switch from the usual format, Sharon interviews Lisa about the role of affirmations in her life as an activist, and Lisa shares some tips about how to use affirmations the right way to become a manifestation queen - or king. The beauty is in the details. Click here for full show notes and transcript. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Where's My Book Deal?! | TIS E. 51Episode Summary:We're in the middle of Black History Month, and the sisters are heated!! Why are most of the book deals going to white writers? Why are so many of the bestselling books on racism written by white people? Why are white authors and educators dominating the speaker circuit? Why are big companies with big budgets so unwilling to pay BIPOC experts for their labor? Sharon and Lisa have questions, the most important of which is: “Where (the heck) is my book deal?!” Tune in to hear the sisters' frustrations, opinions, and solutions.The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Episode Summary:We're introverts, we're proud, and we outchea!! Introverts don't have an official mantra, but if they did, that should be it! Contrary to popular belief, introverts don't spend their time skulking in corners and avoiding people. They actually get out there and do hard things–excellently!! Join Sharon and Lisa as they share 12 things they've done while introverted that just might surprise you.The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here.Listen on Substack or add our podcast feed to your favorite player. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Season 4 is starting out hot! The sisters are joined by Stacey Alvarez de la Campa, who spills tea and snatches edges all episode long. To any Black woman who has ever been mansplained, condescended to, or moved from pet to threat: this show's for you. From low expectations, and subtle shade, to constant microaggressions, Sharon, Lisa, and Stacey share tales from the trenches of the corporate plantation, and provide tips on how to survive.The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Whew! It's been a year, y'all, and The Introvert Sisters are definitely feeling the need for some R&R. In their season 3 finale, the sisters explain some of the reasons why they're tired, how they've ALREADY started to claw back some time, how they're planning for introvert self-care during the upcoming holidays, and how you can connect with them until season 4 drops in January 2022.The beauty's in the details. Click here for show notes and a transcript. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

In this Zoom-filled universe that we're all now inhabiting, are you team #CamerasOn or team #CamerasOff? Both Sharon and Lisa have always been firmly on the #CamerasOff side...until now. Listen in to find out what has made these two confirmed introverts consider leaving their cameras on more frequently.The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Doing the work is important, but so is giving yourself some flowers for what you have accomplished. In this Off-Topic episode, the sisters celebrate each other's glow up, which has been all too real over the past year and a half. Plus, Sharon and Lisa have joined a new, black-owned social media platform called Linked Inclusion™, and they are loving it. Listen in to learn more about it, and to find out how you can join. The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

As anti-racism activists, the Introvert Sisters live by this John Lewis quote: “Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble." But making noise and getting into good trouble can take its toll. Join Sharon and Lisa in their latest Off-Topic episode, as they discuss their commitment to activism, and share how they cope with its downside. (FYI folks: there are a few seconds of dead air at some point, due to a technical glitch. Our apologies!) The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

In the ongoing struggle to be understood in a world that is built for extroverts, many introverts choose to become “textroverted.” What is textroversion? It's appearing extroverted (excited, happy, upbeat, peppy) in written communications like emails, texts, and DMs. The sisters discuss whether they are textroverted, and provide tips for how to weave textroversion into your communication style. Plus, in their “Introverts Unite Separately” segment, Sharon and Lisa chat about the second summer of Covid, whether they should both do a doctorate, and how to cope with the return to office. The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Interviews can be rough, especially for candidates of color. But they are a necessary part of the job search process. What a lot of candidates forget is that interviews are a two-way street: while the company is assessing you, you should also be evaluating them. That can be easier said than done, however. How *exactly* can candidates assess a potential company? Join Sharon and Lisa as they provide clarity around what red flags global majority job seekers should look out for, and what specific questions to ask when interviewing.The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Introverts just want to be understood—but somehow that keeps eluding them. That said, the sisters are determined to do their part in normalizing introversion, and making the world a more introvert-friendly place. With that in mind, Sharon and Lisa present to you The 12 Commandments of Introverts (taken from the TIS Version, lol). In this tongue-in-cheek episode, you'll discover what makes introverts tick, what makes them shut down, and how to successfully relate to the introverts in your circle. Tune in and enjoy!The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

As the world begins to open up more fully, many companies are tightening the screws and insisting that employees return to work. There are a few that are letting their employees choose, some that have embraced the WFH forever model (Twitter, Slack) but it seems that most (e.g. Goldman Sachs, Amazon, Apple) have decided that office is best. Here, Sharon and Lisa, the Introvert Sisters, discuss why they feel companies should not force introverts. Black women, or anybody that doesn't want to, to go back into the office.The beauty's in the details. Visit our website for the show notes and full transcript. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

The censorship and de-platforming of Black voices is unfortunately nothing new. From LinkedIn to Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, Black and brown content creators struggle to get their content seen, and often have their voices suppressed. Both of the sisters have experienced this personally, most recently when Lisa had one of her posts removed by LinkedIn. Tune in to this special Off-Topic episode as the sisters discuss this ongoing suppression issue, and the best ways to push back against algorithmic bias. The beauty's in the details. Read the show notes and transcript on our website. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

The sisters' convo with James Pogson was so good that it couldn't all fit into one episode! Ergo: here's part 2. In this follow-on, Sharon, Lisa, and James continued chatting up a storm (as West Indians do, lol), delving into racism, microaggressions, code switching, and working while Black. And, of course, sharing a few more jokes about West Indian parenting. The beauty is in the details. Read the show notes and transcript on our website. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

In this special episode, Sharon and Lisa welcome their very first guest!! James Pogson is a Black British narrative storyteller, writer, humorist, theatre producer, and LinkedIn's Poet Laureate!! As you can imagine, he's extremely entertaining people to talk to. Join the Introvert Sisters and James as they chat about their shared Caribbean roots, the joys of West indian parenting, writing as a career, and (of course) introversion. The beauty is in the details. Read the show notes and transcript on our website. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

As remote working has become more of the norm, more and more people have chosen to relocate to a country in which they have always dreamed of living. (Barbados, anyone?) These new expats not only have to adjust to their new home, but also find ways to fit in and not feel like outsiders. This tends to be easy for extroverts, but for introverts, not so much. In their latest Off-Topic episode, Sharon and Lisa share their experiences as lifelong expats, and strategies for how introverts can have an easier, more enjoyable expat journey.The beauty's in the details. Read the show notes and transcript on our website. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

What's more fun than meeting one anti-racism writer? Meeting two, of course. In this special co-production with Sharon's Anti-Racism Newsletter, Sharon and Lisa discuss how they got started in writing, and anti-racism writing; what's made most impact on their readers; and why doing their part to dismantle white supremacy is a lifelong quest. The beauty's in the details. Read the show notes and transcript on our website. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

“Why are you so quiet?” “Are you upset?” “You need to come out of your shell.” “You should speak up more.” Every introvert has heard phrases like these over and over, and to be honest, it gets irritating. It can be difficult moving through life knowing that just by dint of how you exist, people consider you to be deficient, and that you need to be “fixed.” In this episode, the sisters turn the tables. They flip these questions and statements that extroverts direct towards introverts, in the hope that some behavioral mirroring will show extroverts just how messed up, judgmental, unhelpful, and unnecessary these kinds of words can be. The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

On April 20th, almost a year after he murdered George Floyd, Derek Chauvin was found guilty on all counts. 30 minutes before the verdict was handed down, 16 year old Ma'Khia Bryant was fatally shot by a police officer. In this TIS Off-Topic episode, the sisters process the hollow triumph of the Chauvin verdict juxtaposed with the murder of Ma'Khia, and discuss a way forward from here.Full show notes, with links to resources, are available here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

**Spoiler alert** Details of the Netflix series Indian Matchmaking are discussed in this episode.The sisters are back with the continuation of their reaction to their favorite guilty-pleasure series, Indian Matchmaking. From Aparna's hatred of comedy and love of the Bolivian salt flats, to the stigma attached to Nadia being Guyanese-Indian, to super-rich Pradhyuman's refusal to compromise, Episode 2 is reality TV gold. Watch episode 2 on Netflix, and then Join Sharon and Lisa as they react to it. (For their reaction to the first episode of the series, listen to Episode 32!)The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

We're one year old today, and we couldn't be more excited! Celebrate with us as we look back at the ups and downs of turning our “pandemic project” into a bona fide show.Thanks to everyone for supporting us, following along, and listening to us on Apple and all the other platforms! We couldn't have done it without you. In this episode we share our top episodes, our successes and struggles, and talk about our goals for year 2! The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Right on cue, as soon as “The Interview” had aired, some of the racists that walk among us (we're looking at you, Piers Morgan) showed their entire underpinnings. Of course, once they were challenged, they proceeded to exhibit peak caucasity and flood the world in white tears. In this 3rd and final episode in our Meghan and Harry series, we examine white privilege, white fragility, racism, and why Black people are tired of dealing with all of it. Join us as we wrap up our conversation stemming from the interview of the year.The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

There was so much to unpack from “The Interview” to end all interviews that we had to do a part 2. In this episode, we take a deep dive into Meghan's mental health revelations, Harry's unwavering support for his spouse, and how (randomly?) Tyler Perry ended up saving the day. Why does this matter so much? Because so many people – and so many women of color – see Meghan's experiences reflected in their everyday lives. Because Meghan has reignited a much-needed conversation about mental health in general, and more specifically about how racism, bullying, and misogynoir all have serious adverse mental health effects. Join us as we continue the conversation.Trigger warning: suicidal ideation, depression, bulimia, and rape are mentioned.The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Trigger warning: suicidal ideation and depression are mentioned.Yes y'all, we are still talking about this interview. And so is the rest of the world. Why? Because so much tea was spilled! Like many other BIPOC, especially Black women, we felt triggered. If you take the titles out of the picture, Meghan was relatable, but for the saddest of reasons. The racism, misogynoir, and bullying that she endured echo what so many of us experience daily. And the mental health effects that result from that are disturbingly relatable too. Join us as we unpack “The Interview” to end all interviews. The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

It's been more than a year, and like Covid (alas), Zoom calls are still here. From the constant refrain of #YoureOnMute to the after hours video chats, it's just too much--especially for introverts. Join Sharon and Lisa as they explain why Zoom fatigue is a real thing, and how you can manage it.The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

The estates! The costumes! The sets! The Duke!! From the ballrooms of Bridgerton to the backstabbing Borgias, period dramas are just the ticket if you're in the mood for some delightfully decadent escapism. In this lighthearted episode, Sharon and Lisa share their favorite period series.The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Love is in the air! Valentine's Day is a few days away and the global marketing machine is in full swing. Retailers and advertisers are spending billions trying to convince people that all they need for an epic romance are some flowers, chocolates, and diamonds. And all that is nice, but...then there's reality. And reality in this case takes the form of the semi-controversial Netflix series Indian Matchmaking. It turns the much hyped Hollywood “meet cute” on its head in favor of discussions about arranged marriage, “biodata”, fair skin, family compatibility, and appropriate height (yes; somehow that's a thing). Join Sharon and Lisa as they react to episode 1 of the series.The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Inauguration 2021. Wow. Like the song says: It's a new dawn, it's a new day, it's a new life. At least that's how it feels. President Biden and Vice-President Harris were sworn in on January 20th, and already the country feels like a calmer, more civil, and more hopeful place. From Biden's and Kamala's speeches, to Amanda Gorman's poem, to the fabulous fashion, and yes, all those Bernie memes, Sharon and Lisa discuss all the details and drama around the Biden/Harris inauguration. The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Given what 2020 was, and how 2021 has already begun, are New Year's Resolutions still a thing? Is it hubris to even think that way? In their first episode of the year Sharon and Lisa discuss their...let's call them “hopes”...for what they would like to accomplish in 2021. Also: since life has been coming at them fast, the sisters are giving themselves some grace and reducing the episode frequency. From here on out, there'll be a new episode every other week, and TIS Off-Topic episodes when there's something really hot to discuss. (Case in point, check out our Off-Topic episode about the recent attempted coup in the U.S.) Thanks for tuning in, and welcome to the official start of Season 3!The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Six days into 2021, in a shocking but unsurprising turn of events, the United States experienced an attempted coup, incited by the Seditionist in Chief. Just...wow. There is much to unpack, from the possibility of the orange one being impeached again, to the spate of White House resignations, to the failure of law enforcement officials--and their possible complicity. Join us as we discuss these historic events. The beauty's in the details. Click through for show notes and transcript. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

2021 is barely a few days old, and it's already setting up to be “2020, The Sequel: More Virus, Less Logic.” And so, we're starting Season 3 with an Off-Topic episode to discuss Skylar Mack, one of the anti-masking quarantine breakers who ran afoul of the Cayman Islands authorities over the holiday season. In true COVID Karen style, Ms. Mack broke a 14-day quarantine period a mere 2 days into it. However, unlike many tourists who have acted similarly, she was made to pay the price. The sisters discuss the case, the protocols, the consequences of breaking quarantine, and why we all need to continue to wear our masks. The beauty is in the details - click here for the full show notes and transcript. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

This is the final episode of 2020, and...whew chile...we made it. The entire year felt touch and go from beginning to end. From the global pandemic and anti-racism protests, to the murder hornets and the never-ending election (and let's not forget The Great Toilet Paper Shortage), the sisters recap this most memorable of years, and explain why, in Sesame Street style, “Episode 2020” was brought to us by the letters W, T, and F.  The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

The holidays are the sisters' favorite time of year, and they're getting closer and closer! Thanksgiving is around the corner, which means that the day after is Black Friday—aka the start of Shopping Season. One thing the sisters LOVE is choosing the perfect gifts for the special people in their lives. Join Sharon and Lisa as they share their top picks for gifts to give to the introverts (or tbh, anyone really) on your list. The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Thanksgiving is almost upon us. And even in these Covid times, people will be hosting gatherings and parties, albeit on a smaller scale than usual. Introverts can probably already feel their stress levels rising as they think about all-day-long get-togethers, forced socializing, painful small talk, and people with no boundaries—not to mention no masks. Join Sharon and Lisa as they share their top tips for how introverts can actually have a happy Thanksgiving. The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Many are calling 2020 “The Year of the Introvert.” Avoiding people, avoiding crowded spaces, self-isolating, working from home...what's not to love, right? Sounds like introvert heaven, but...it's not quite so simple. Join Sharon and Lisa as they weigh the pros and cons of the corona-induced self-isolation lifestyle. The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

The U.S. election is done—but far from over. In an alarming repeat of the 2016 election, Biden won the popular vote (as Hillary had), but as we all now know, it's the electoral college votes that count towards actually securing the presidency. The race is distressingly close. Candidates need 270 electoral votes in order to win. As of this writing, Biden has 253, while the orange one has 213. In this TIS Off-Topic episode, the sisters discuss the still-pending election result, how we got here again, and exactly how racist is America, really? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

The U.S. election fever is building, and so is anxiety around what the outcome will be. In their third TIS Off-Topic episode, Sharon and Lisa discuss the orange one's regime, the ways in which he has harmed Americans, and why he must be voted out at all costs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Ask any introvert to describe their dream job, and they'll probably mention freelancing. No people? Check. No small talk? Check. No need to go into an office? Check, check, check. Join Sharon and Lisa as they discuss why freelancing, and especially freelance writing, could just be the ideal job for introverts. Plus: From Kamala “I'm speaking” Harris to Aisha Joseph, and so many more, Black women are fighting the good fight against racism, censorship, and the patriarchy. Tune in as the sisters discuss it all.The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

After more than 10 months at home, so much has changed—including the sisters' weight! Like so many others, they have accumulated the “quarantine 15,” (ok...maybe more than 15) and now it's time to shed the extra pounds. Tune in as Sharon and Lisa discuss effective home workouts that can help you get your weight back on track. Plus: Another aspect of life that 2020 has changed is hair care. Neither of the sisters is ready to go back to “normal” activities like getting their hair done. Even if their stylist is wearing a mask, they prefer not to be in such close proximity to anyone unless absolutely necessary. So: they both did their hair themselves for the first time ever. Listen in as they share what it was like being their own hair stylist. The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

One thing the sisters have been missing since Corona started is travel. Though they're not quite ready to hit the skies yet, they've already started thinking about where they should go. They plan to consult the ABC Travel Green Book, written specifically for travelers of color, to help them plan their next big trip. The new Green Book is written by Martinique Lewis, and is based on the original Negro Motorist Green Book Compendium created by Victor Hugo Green during the Jim Crow era. Also on deck: 2020 continues to be an interesting year (to say the least). Sharon and Lisa talk about Barbados becoming a republic, and why, in the wake of the murder of George Floyd, the word ‘racism' has been re-defined.The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

After 6 months, the Breonna Taylor case finally reached a resolution. In their second TIS Off-Topic episode, the sisters attempt to process the miscarriage of justice in the case, and discuss where we can all go from here. Full show notes with links to resources and educational content is available here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

So many introverts feel misunderstood; Sharon and Lisa are no different. Join them as they hilariously list 21 things that make introverts tick. Or not tick. Plus: Introversion is just a small part of what the sisters are about. Tune in as they discuss Sharon's anti-racism work, and how walking in her purpose helps her find the energy to do #allthethings. On a lighter note, Lisa shares what she's been binge-watching on Netflix. Join the Introvert Sisters for a fun-filled, lighthearted episode!The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

Chadwick Boseman's death sent people around the world into a tailspin of grief. Especially Black people. It feels as if OUR king was taken too soon. Tune in as Sharon and Lisa talk through their feelings about his untimely passing, explain why so many of us are grieving someone we never actually met, and discuss the legacy of the Black Panther. Plus: Rest is part of the revolution. The sisters have been doing A LOT, especially in the realm of anti-racism writing. It's energizing and fulfilling, but also exhausting. Listen in to hear what they've been up to, and why they're prioritizing rest and self-care. The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com

People spend a lot of time trying to encourage introverts to “get out there” and come out of their shell. The thing is, for most introverts, their shell is their happy place. Spending time alone - and enjoying it - is part of what makes introverts introverts. Listen in as Lisa and Sharon talk about why they value their alone time, and how they use it. Plus: Shadeism (aka colorism) is still a thing, along with its unfortunate companion, skin bleaching. The sisters discuss why skin bleaching and colorism are still so prevalent, and if this remnant of colonialism will ever change.The beauty is in the details. For full show notes and transcript click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theintrovertsisters.substack.com