The Sisterhood Podcast

Join Allyson and Tiffany in this week's episode as they discuss representation of women in Congress, their hopes for bringing together women from all over the faith spectrum, their wins from 2022, and as always, share a spotlight of an inspiring sister.   Current Event/News Story:  Record number of women in Congress At this rate, it will take 118 years for gender parity Inspiring Sister Spotlight: Barbara Walters 

Join Tiffany as she interviews Valerie Hamaker of Latter-day Struggles Podcast. Valerie and Tiffany talk about spiritual and psychological agency and how it coexists or contrasts with the framework of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  Valerie Hamaker 

In today's episode we will be talking about BYU making controversial headlines again, seeking nuance in the temple recommend interview and temple garments, travel compression bags, and as always, we will do a spotlight of an inspiring sister. Shownotes Main Topic 2019 Update to Interviews Church Handbook about Temple Recommend Interviews Sustain doesn't mean agree Favorite Things Etsy shops especially (The Holiday Porch and Craftylikeamonkey) Makeup remover cloths Travel Compression Bags (without needing a vacuum) Inspiring Sister Althea Gibson

Join Allyson and Tiffany in this week's episode as they discuss Utah parents accusing an athlete of being transgender, a way to reframe the temple experience, Buxom lip balm, and as always, share a spotlight of an insipiring sister.     Current Event/News Story:  Utah parents investigate whether girl is transgender   Main Topic:  Freemasonry and the LDS temple endowment ceremony from the church website  Connections between Freemasonry and LDS temple 1. Similarities between Egyptian and LDS temples 2. Similarities between Egyptian and LDS temples Favorite Things:  Tiffany 1. 2. 3. Allyson 1. Asian Cucumber sauces  2. Maya Angelou's classic, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings  3. Buxom lip balm    Inspiring Sister Spotlight:  Regina Jonas  

**Trigger Warning: Minutes 20-26.20 discuss rape and sexual assault.  In today's episode we will be talking about the shooting at the FBI building, various topics we can't stop thinking about, watermelon popsicles, and as always, we will do a spotlight of an inspiring sister. Main Topic The Woman They Could Not Silence by Kate Moore Favorite Things Suffragette Fly Sticky Strips Eye Mask Johnny Pops Watermelon  Olaplex Hair Perfector Where the Crawdads Sing movie

Welcome to The Sisterhood Podcast. In today's episode we will be talking about Pakistan confirming the first female supreme court judge, hurdles at church, basmati medley rice, and as always, we will do a spotlight of an inspiring sister.   News Story Pakistan confirms first female Supreme Court judge  Beyond Ukraine: Don't forget these other global humanitarian crises Favorite Things Blog posts on how to reconcile the violence in the OT Simplifi budgeting app by Quicken  Lemon Blueberry cake by Spun Sugar with lemon glaze  Jackie Joyner Kersee Quote Trader Joe's Basmati Rice Medley Trader Joe's Chicken Tikka Masala  Inspiring Sister Dawn Dimick, first woman to study military chaplaincy in BYU's graduate program

Join Allyson in a discussion on Ukraine with a Russian media expert. Benjamin Peters is the Hazel Rogers Associate Professor and chair of Media Studies, affiliated faculty with the score of Cyber Studies, and former Director of Russian Studies at the University of Tulsa as well as associated fellow at the Information Society Project at Yale Law School.   

Join Allyson and Tiffany in this week's episode as they discuss International Women's Day and the gender pay gap, women speaking up and speaking out, a "buy nothing" Facebook page, and as always, they will share a spotlight of an inspiring sister.   Current Event/News Story:  Bot tweeting gender pay gap disparity  Biden announces $2.6B request to promote gender equityon International Women's Day Favorite Things:  Tiffany 1. Bird's Eye Custard 2. Creative journaling 3. Buy nothing FB page Allyson 1. Greek yogurt parfait mini meal:          1/2 cup greek yogurt          1/2 cup frozen berries (thawed)          1/4 cup your choice granola           1 Tbsp. real maple syrup 2. Next in Fashion on Netflix 3. MIA or Minneapolis Institute of Art   Inspiring Sister Spotlight: Theresa Malkiel: The forgotten women behind International Women's Day 

Join Allyson and Tiffany in this week's episode as they discuss the outpouring of love for Charlie Bird, the eternal marriage lesson we all want to hear, a weighted blanket, and share a spotlight of an inspiring sister.   Current Event/News Story:  The outpouring of love for Charlie Bird   Main Topic:  February 27 lesson on Eternal Marriage "Unmasking the Abuser" TedX talk Signs of a toxic relationship Signs of an abusive relationship   Favorite Things:  Tiffany 1. NPR - How I built this podcast 2. Weighted blanket 3. Bloom app for self-therapy Allyson 1. Ally's Magical Morning playlist on Spotify 2. The Storyteller by Jodi Picoult 3. Forcing bulbs in the winter (paperwhite and amaryllis)    Inspiring Sister Spotlight: Jane Manning 

In today's episode we will be talking about Deseret Book pulling an anti-racism course, how not all who wander are lost, Crunchmaster crackers, and as always, we will do a spotlight of an inspiring sister News Story Deseret News pulls anti-racism course  Link to purchase the course Beyond the Block Podcast Main Topic Transformations of Faith Course with Thomas McConkie Come Follow Me and Other Discussions for Nuanced Mormons (Facebook Group) Favorite Things MudWater TruBill Queer Eye in Japan  Maid series on Netflix Bare Minerals Lipgloss  CrunchMaster Crackers Inspiring Sister  SistasinZion      

Join Tiffany and Allyson this week as they discuss Christian Nationalism, transgender women making history, Katie Couric's new book, and as always, a spotlight of an inspiring sister.   News Segment:  Golden Globe Winner – MJ Rodrigrez Jeopardy Player – Amy Schneider   Main Topic: Christian Nationalism How Americans can address Christian nationalism in their congregations and communities (Deseret News) Even after Capitol riot, violence isn't the only way Christian nationalism endangers democracy (Salt Lake Tribune) January 6th May Have Been Only the First Wave of Christian Nationalist Violence (Time)   Favorite Things:  Tiffany -  Gospel Meets Dharma-A Conversation with Thomas McConkie Katie Couric's book Going There First Aid Beauty ultra repair cream Allyson -  Old Friend Women's Hannah Slippers Coffeehouse stations on Spotify Dailygreatness Journal        

Welcome to The Sisterhood Podcast! In today's episode we will be talking about the January 6th anniversary, our 22 in 2022, and as always, we will do a spotlight of an inspiring sister   Inspiring Sister Betty White

In today's episode we will be talking about the relief efforts for tornado survivors, sharing memories before its too late, sausage rolls, and as always, we will do a spotlight of an inspiring sister News Story 3 ways to help tornado survivors in Kentucky Main Topic Sharing memories with others before its too late Favorite Things Sausage Rolls  I Heard The Bells with Ed Herrman  Christmas Eve dinner My parents' old christmas albums playing on a record player Soft gingersnaps with sweet orange cream cheese (scroll down for recipe) Christmas tree ornaments with pictures of my parents  Inspiring Sister Mary, the mother of Jesus (NYT article, “What Mary Can Teach Us About the Joy and Pain of Life”)

Join Allyson and Tiffany in this week's episode as they discuss Josh Duggar's guilty verdict, The Winter Solstice, and all natural face cream, and as always, share a spotlight of an inspiring sister.   Current Event/News Story:  Josh Duggar's guilty verdict   Main Topic: The Winter Solstice  Winter Solstice 2021 Celebrating the Winter Solstice with kids  Why is Christmas celebrated on December 25th?  Christmas traditions that are rooted in paganism  Ideas for celebrating the Winter Solstice Mood: Lanterns, candles, bonfire. Google a Winter Solstice playlist. Let your home darken with the setting sun and eat/read/celebrate by the light of candles, a fire, Christmas lights.  Food and drink: Wassail, yule log cakes, spiced cakes or cookies, and seasonal fruits are traditional, but you can use your imagination. Our family also made a simple charcuterie board for the main "meal" last year.  Crafts:  Research simple homemade Winter Solstice lanterns. Slice and dry orange circles (symbolic of the sun) with cinnamon and use for ornaments.  Make edible ornaments for animals and decorate a tree or bush outside with them.  Activities:  Read winter solstice stories with young children, or share winter solstice poetry with an older crowd.  Write down the things you want to let go of on a small piece of paper and throw it in the fire.  Plant a bulb or seeds and think about what you'd like to nurture in the coming year/spring.  Eat by candlelight.  Bundle up and go for a nighttime stroll either with flashlights or candles.    Favorite Things: Tiffany: Lifestyle tip: edit photos while waiting in line instead of scrolling "Science Vs" podcast on Spotify Face Melk (use code SISTERHOOD for 15% off) Allyson:  Blueberry lavender almond milk from TJ's Opal app Feeding the Soul by Tabitha Brown   Inspiring Sister Maria Montessori

In today's episode we will be talking about how tik tok saved a missing teen girl, being misunderstood, plump and prime serum, and as always, we will do a spotlight of an inspiring sister. News Story Teen girls rescued from kidnapper after using hand sign from viral Tik Tok video Main Topic Mixed Signals: Why People Misunderstand Each Other Misunderstood: Let go of the need to explain yourself Favorite Things Plump and Prime serum Digital meat thermometer Were you there on that Christmas Night? Trader Joe's Organic White Truffle Potato Chips  Vegetarian shepherds pie New home office Inspiring Sister 105-year-old competitive runner, Julie “Hurricane” Hawkins

Join Allyson and Tiffany in this week's episode as they discuss historical firsts in the most recent election, our obligation when we have been given much, a self-therapy app, and as always, share a spotlight of an inspiring sister.   News Story Historical firsts from recent election Main Topic The White House's “Build Back Better” plan  Pew Research article on how the U.S. compares to other countries in providing paid parental leave for its citizens If the minimum wage had increased with inflation The “Billionaires Tax” proposal  What's lost by not implementing the Billionaires Tax Comparing the U.S. inequality today to 1789 France  LDS Charities and Humanitarian Aid 2019 annual report (approaching 1 billion a year) Elder Clark Gilbert's Oct. 2021 General Conference talk, "Becoming More in Christ: The Parable of the Slope" President Eubanks' Oct. 2021 General Conference talk, "I Pray He'll Use Us"    Favorite Things: Tiffany: Goat lotion My Covid Journey account Steamer basket Allyson:       1. Bloom self-therapy app      2. Trader Joe's Autumnal Harvest Creamy Pasta Sauce       3. Harry Potter Study Music playlist on Spotify    Inspiring Sister Winifred Black/Annie Laurie

Welcome to The Sisterhood Podcast. In today's episode we will be talking about missing women and race, tithing settlement, a women-owned business shopping app, and as always, we will do a spotlight of an inspiring sister News Story Media attention for Gabby Petito vs. Indigenous women Main Topic Favorite Things West Tenth (app and IG page) BADgal Bang Benefit Mascara Why I Stay IG account Pioneer Woman's Apple Pie Bars Incense The Making of Biblical Womanhood Inspiring Sister

Join Allyson and Tiffany in this week's episode as they discuss the labor shortage, why American isn't happier, the book, A Year of Biblical Womanhood, and as always, a spotlight of an inspiring sister.   Current Event/News Story:  The Labor Shortage Main Topic: Why Isn't America Happier?  Atlantic article on the wrong lessons learned from happiest countries  Forbes article on World Happiness Report  CNBC article on work life balance lessons from happiest countries Anu Partenen's website, author of "The Nordic Theory of Everything" NYT article on Biden's "American Families Plan" The White House fact sheet on the "American Families Plan"  Favorite Things:  Tiffany 1. Lidyl 2. Zen Match app 3. A Year of Biblical Womanhood by Rachel Held Evans. Allyson 1. Revlon Hairdryer Brush  2. Perk Energy   3. Nutella crêpe cake    Inspiring Sister Spotlight:  Mary Harris “Mother” Jones

Welcome to The Sisterhood Podcast! Allyson and Tiffany reshare one of our most popular episodes with the same pressing question we are still asking 2 years later...Are we overly obedient?  

Join Allyson and Tiffany in this week's episode as they discuss (current event), (main topic), (favorite thing), and as always, share a spotlight of an inspiring sister.   Current Event/News Story:  France's Catholic Church Finding Favorite Things:  Tiffany 1. Nature's Twist Strawberry Lemonade 2. Butter Chicken Indian Curry from Trader Joes 3. Marionberry Jam Allyson 1. Sutera bath stone 2. Ted Lasso 3. CBD capsules or other CBD products   Inspiring Sister Spotlight:  President Camille Johnson

Join Allyson and Tiffany in this week's episode as they summarize the challenging current events we are all wading through together, and share their thoughts on their complicated faith lives followed by the 3 reasons they love the church and 3 reasons they love the gospel. Ultimately, it's a message of hope!  Link to Valerie Hudson's article "I am a Mormon because I am a Feminist." 

In today's episode we will talk about the Saturday evening session of General Conference, personalizing your faith, a car seat space blocker, and as always, we will spotlight an inspiring sister.   News Story Saturday Session of General Conference Main Topic Dr Julie Hanks IG "It's OK to be a cafeteria Mormon" IG post Favorite Things Red Rock TV Program Hand and Stone Massage Rook card game Car gap filler The Skimm IG account Plantain Chips Inspiring Sister Martha Stewart

 In today's episode we will talking about America's mental health moment,  It Isn't About Ordination: Women and the Priesthood, a counter top composter, and as always, we will spotlight an inspiring sister.   News Story Main Topic Articles of Faith The Power of Godliness A Response to Barbara Gardners Women and Priesthood Theology At Last She Said It Episode 39 “What Is The Church Up To?” At Last She Said It FB Post   Favorite Things Round Oral B Toothbrush Soma Nightgown/Sleepshirt Inspiring Sister

Join Allyson and Tiffany in this week's episode as they discuss a Lego gun, when "negativity" is a positive thing, the HBO miniseries "John Adams", and as always, share a spotlight of an inspiring sister.   Current Event/News Story:  Lego Gun Favorite Things:  Tiffany 1. Pillow Slides 2. My hammock 3. Bag Balm Allyson 1. HBO's award winning mini series "John Adams" 2. Homemade buttermilk ice cream with your choice of jam and chocolate sauce. 3. Paddleboard prayer and getting "pulled over" on the lake   Inspiring Sister Spotlight:  Tiffany's new sister-in-law, Theresa 

Welcome to The Sisterhood Podcast, episode 121. In today's episode we will be talking about billionaires going to space, does humanitarian aid do more harm than good? And reusable produce bags. News Story Billionaires going to space  Main Topic Favorite Things Republic of Tea Pineapple and Lychee herbal tea Netflix's “The World's Most Extraordinary Homes” Vinegar as fabric softener  Reusable produce bags Apple watch Caramel M&Ms

Join Allyson this week as she interviews Blair Ostler, author of "Queer Mormon Theology" and discusses her groundbreaking perspective that brings hope to the LDS Queer community.  Blaire Ostler  "Queer Mormon Theology" published by Common Consent   

Join Allyson and Tiffany in this week's episode as they discuss (current event), (main topic), (favorite thing), and as always, share a spotlight of an inspiring sister.   Current Event/News Story:  Britney Spears' conservatorship    Favorite Things:  Tiffany 1. @choosetobeaware IG account 2. Mamba Sticks 3. Pride film Allyson 1. @liftandloveorg IG account  2. Trader Joe's Caroline BBQ sauce and Grainless Granola 3. Dialogue Journal podcast episode on LDS Feminism    Inspiring Sister Spotlight: 3 inspiring female Olympic athletes

In today's episode we will talking about whether Jesus would fly a Pride flag, the LDS Charities opening a migrant center, the Language Matters Instagram account and as always, we will spotlight an inspiring sister.     News Story LDS Church opens facility to help migrants Favorite Things Albion swimsuit Hillbilly Elegy Allyson's blanket from Mexico Language Matters Instagram Ulta Hydrating balm Sweet Baby Ray's Hawaiian BBQ sauce Inspiring Sister Naomi Osaka

In today's episode Tiffany has a guest co-host Reva Cook, and will talk about a high school editing girls' yearbook photos, how and why LDS women should themselves, Etsy shops, and as always, we will spotlight an inspiring sister.  

Join Allyson and Tiffany in this week’s episode as they discuss mass shootings in the U.S., whether or not the word of wisdom will ever change, bamboo sheets, and as always, a spotlight of an inspiring sister.   Current Event/News Story:  Another mass shooting on Mother's Day Main Topic:  Will the Word of Wisdom Ever Change?  Favorite Things:  Allyson -  Caffeinated Sparkling Ice  Brother Tiger  'Searching for Sunday' by Rachel Held Evans Tiffany -  Seaspiracy (Is Netflix’s Seaspiracy film right about fishing?) Bamboo bedsheets Tiny dishes  Inspiring Sister Spotlight: Chelsea Haley, 29-year-old single mom who adopted her student and his little brother is finally debt free. 

Welcome to The Sisterhood Podcast. In today’s episode we will talking about Josh Duggar’s arrest, Environmentalism: our responsibility to each other and Mother Earth, Kristin Hannah’s new book, and as always, we will spotlight an inspiring sister.     News Story Josh Duggar arrested for child pornography  Main Topic Church Newsroom: Environmental Stewardship and Conservation  D&C 59:16-20 Y Religion podcast, episode 13 “Wildlife and the Word of Wisdom”  A Thoughtful Faith Podcast: The Spiritual Practice of Earth Care with Prof. George Handley Article from the Friend Magazine May 2021 Lynn White and Eco-Theology  A chart showing how the world’s land is used  The film Climate Refugees: The Human Face of Climate Change Anthropocene: The Human Epoch. How Humans Have Impacted the Planet  Plastic Wars Favorite Things   NatGeo’s “Before the Flood” documentary   Main takeaways from the documentary  Various eco-friendly home goods replacements:      Zip Top storage containers (Replace plastic tupperware and ziploc baggies.) Eco- friendly laundry detergents   Eco-friendly deodorants Eco-friendly shampoo bars  Eco-friendly reuasbale straws   Sun Basket (Plant  based, organic meals from sustainable sources.)    Citrus and Shine Glade candle The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah Quote/poem by Pastor Martin Niemoller Inspiring Sister Brandee Nadauld

Join Allyson this week in a jam packed discussion with LDS Historian, Lisa Olsen Tait, as she gives a brief overview of the evolving roles women have held in the church from the late 19th century through the 1950's from the perspective and context of the greater American culture.  

Welcome to The Sisterhood Podcast, episode 114, Identifying Your Privilege. In today’s episode we will be talking about an LDS sex therapist facing church discipline, identifying your privilege, Hot Wheels postage stamps, and as always, we will do a spotlight of an inspiring sister.     News Story LDS sex therapist, Natasha Helfer, faces church discipline  Main Topic Let Them Worship Types of Privilege Use Your Privilege to Help Others Favorite Things Sensory and Processing and how it affects behavior Episode by Fight Like a Mother  Variety of US Postal Service Stamps Childrens’ laughter BLM masks Minnesota songbird interactive illustration  Zero Sugar Dr. Pepper Cream Soda  Inspiring Sister Tsai Ing-Wen, Taiwan’s first female (and first single) president

Join Allyson and Tiffany in this week’s episode as they discuss 30-year-old fingernails, why doubters need a place in the church, Misfits Market, and as always, share a spotlight of an inspiring sister.   Current Event/News Story:  30-year-old fingernails   Favorite Things:  Tiffany 1. 2. 3. Allyson 1. Misfits Market 2. Hundred of waterfowl on the lake 3. The Chosen  (season 2 is now available!)   Inspiring Sister Spotlight:  Sharon Eubank 

In this bonus episode, Allyson and Tiffany share some heartfelt and personal thoughts about their faith and belief in Jesus Christ, and the promise of hope Easter brings.   Joseph B. Wirthlin: Sunday Will Come (written talk) Sunday Will Come (short video presentation)

News Stories:  U.S. gun violence deaths compared to other countries   Main Topic   Top 10 Recent Examples of Cancel Culture   Children’s Toys Parody   Cancel Culture Ted Talk   Words with Offensive Origins   Dr. Seuss has not be ‘canceled’   Favorite Things: Allyson -  Care/or or Persona for personalized vitamins and supplements Bark Box ‘Be Still’ sign from Tiffany is finally over my back door I use to head to my car everyday. :D  Garnier Brightening Serum Double Gloucester with Chives (cheese) Facetime with my niece   Welcome to The Sisterhood Podcast! In today’s episode we will be talking about gun violence in America, Replacing Cancel Culture with Compassion Culture, FaceTime with a four year old, and as always, we will do a spotlight of an inspiring sister.   News Stories U.S. gun violence deaths compared to other countries Main Topic Top 10 Recent Examples of Cancel Culture Children’s Toys Parody Cancel Culture Ted Talk Words with Offensive Origins Dr. Seuss has not been ‘canceled’ Favorite Things  Care/or or Persona for personalized vitamins and supplements Bark Box ‘Be Still’ sign from Tiffany is finally over my back door I go out to my car everyday. :D  Garnier Brightening Serum Double Gloucester with Chives (cheese) FaceTime with my niece   Inspiring Sister:  82-year-old Indian granny lifts in a saree Jacinda Ardern does it again: NZ parliament unanimous approves to give paid leave to parents after miscarriage  

Join Allyson and Tiffany in this week's episode as they discuss gender disparity in the NCAA, reveal their 21 in 2021, and as always, share a spotlight of an inspiring sister.     Current Event/News Story:  49th Anniversary of the passing of the Equal Rights Amendment Misogyny and racism in the shooting of the Asian women in Atlanta NCAA Apologizes And Unveils New Weight Room For Women's Tournament   Inspiring Sister Spotlight:  Sarah Thomas    

Welcome to The Sisterhood Podcast, Episode 110, Twelve Months of Lessons, Losses and Gains. In today’s episode we will be talking about three happy surprises in the LDS world, 12 months of lessons, losses and gains, Mooncakes in China Town, and as always, we will do a spotlight of an inspiring SISTER.     News Stories:  BYU’s “Y” lit up in rainbow colored lights 6 women called as international area organization advisors in Europe  A member of Elder Uchtdorf’s family made donations to Democrats and the Democrat party in his name in the 2020 election  Favorite Things: Mooncakes at Eastern Bakery in San Francisco’s Chinatown Stanley Tucci’s “Searching for Italy”  Amazon Grass green superfood powder  Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men Apple and Blackcurrant Squash Murder Among the Mormons Inspiring Sister:  Diana Trujillo: from poor Columbian immigrant to NASA’s flight director of ‘Mars Perseverance’

Join Allyson and Tiffany in today’s episode as they discuss a controversial breastfeeding commercial, why feminism is still a dirty word, a copacabana flavored soda, and as always, a spotlight of an inspiring SISTER.   Current Event:  Breastfeeding Commercial from Frida   Main Topic:  January 2020 New Era article on what feminism is: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/new-era/2020/01/q-a/what-is-the-churchs-stance-on-feminism?lang=eng Article with stats showing women even in U.S. are still not treated equally: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/actually-feminism-is-a-dirty-word_b_5884fb41e4b0111ea60b9769 What is rape culture?  https://www.marshall.edu/wcenter/sexual-assault/rape-culture/ Talk from Boyd K. Packer on the threat of homosexuals, feminists, and intellectuals: https://www.zionsbest.com/face.html NPR article on Feminism being a dirty world throughout various cultures around the world: https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2016/08/04/488521523/a-rallying-cry-a-dirty-word-people-around-the-world-define-feminism WHAT YOU CAN DO: Educate yourself. Read or listen to books and podcasts about feminism, and educate yourself about what feminism really is. A few recommendations include (secular and for church members):  Educate and encourage another person in your life. Women, men in your life (your father, husbands, and sons), to become feminists. As Tiffany addressed in last week’s episode, significant change for women will not happen until more men are willing to see and acknowledge the needed changes and become powerful advocates for change.  Take active steps toward fighting for feminist causes in your community whether that be speaking out for women in your church community, in the classroom or workplace, or on a political level.  Favorite Things (3-5 minutes) Tiffany Sealing Clips Sylvia Duckworth Cobacabana drink at Fiiz (hidden menu) Allyson Lady Gaga Oreos Wintering by Katherine May  Self Defense video for teen girls   Inspiring Sister Spotlight:  Marlene Dietrich  

News Story New Zealand provides menstrual products in all schools Main Topic Women at Church by Neylan McBaine Favorite Things Mad Minis ice cream sandwiches Clear American Pineapple Coconut sparkling water from Walmart  The book “CALM: 50 mindfulness and relaxation exercises to de-stress and unwind” Mexican Train Dominoes Centrum gummy vitamins for adults She Let Go poem Inspiring Sister Dorothy Height

Join Allyson and Tiffany in this week's episode where they will be talking about Ted Cruz's trip to Cancun, working women, child care and the church, the Breaking Down Patriarchy podcast, and as always, they will share a spotlight of an inspiring sister.   Current Event  Ted Cruz goes to Cancun Main Topic  NPR Series, "Enough Already: How The Pandemic is Breaking Women"  New York Times article where VP Kamala Harris calls the 2.5 million women who have left the workforce during the pandemic a "national emergency."  Best Countries for Raising Kids in 2020 (U.S. News and World Report) The Nuclear Family Was a Mistake (article in The Atlantic by David Brooks) Julie Hanks TEDx talk, "The Costs of Idealizing Motherhood" LDS Church opposed Equal Rights Amendment The Honored Place of Women WHAT YOU CAN DO Read the article “The Affordability Crisis Hits LDS Homes” by Natalie Brown. She has some really interesting thoughts on how the church can move forward to adapt to the changing world we are living in, including perhaps subsidizing quality child care the way they do education. Work on recognizing your own privilege if you have it, and seeing/validating/acknowledging the people who may not be able to achieve the same standard of living as you do, or have the same choices that you do. Think about ways you can support people who need it on a personal level without making your charity the focus. Google “white saviorism” and “white privilege.”   Advocate publicly and vocally for more women to be in more places of power where decisions are made that affect women and families.  Favorite Things  Tiffany Belif cleanser and moisturizer PIT game Glisten Dishwasher Cleaner Allyson Breaking Down Patriarchy podcast  WEI purifying mud mask Chocolate chip banana nut bread recipe (DM me on IG if you want the recipe!)  An Inspiring Sister  Barbara Smith Conrad

In today’s episode we will be talking about opting out of teaching about racism, modern day miracles, goat milk lip balm, and as always, we will do a spotlight of an inspiring SISTER.   News Story Miracles by Elder Dallin H. Oaks God’s Hand. Ellie’s Heart (Tiffany’s blog post) Ellie’s Mystery Injury (Tiffany’s blog post) Do Miracles Really Happen Has the day of miracles ceased? by Elder Hallstrom Miracles you may be overlooking Favorite Things Goat milk lip balm House dress alternative French Dip Sandwiches Face oil Conair fabric shaver Best Today guide by Shunta Grant Inspiring Woman Allyson Felix, most decorated female track and field athlete in U.S. History fighting for maternal protections  

Join Tiffany and Allyson for this week's episode as they talk about a man who set up a homeless shelter on his front lawn, "the least of these" among us, a fabulous berry pie recipe, and as always, they will share spotlight of an inspiring SISTER.     News:  Utah man invites homeless to set up camp on is front lawn Main Topic:  Resources to learn more about the perspectives of the marginalized in our church and the world in general:  LGBTQ community:  Listen, Learn and Love podcast Questions from the Closet podcast BYU Devotional by Eric Huntsman Women:  Neylan McBaine’s book “Women at Church” "Mormon Feminism: Essential Writings" by Joanna Brooks and Rachel Hunt Steenblik Sarah Bessey's "Jesus Feminist" Laurel Thatcher Ulrich's "A House Full of Females"  Dr. Julie Hanks IG account  Single Women:  Rosie Card's IG account  People of Color:  Exhaustive list provided by YoungMormonFeminists.org Immigrants and Refugees: Those with untraditional families: mixed race, mixed faith, divorced, step, adoption, disabilities:  Those who are going through a faith crisis/journey/transtion: Patrick Mason's "Planted" Thomas McConkie's "Navigating Mormon Faith Crisis"  Terryl and Fiona Givens' "Crucible of Doubt"  Progressives: What you can do:    Peruse the many resources linked here to listen and learn in order to love and understand.  Share our podcast episodes and IG posts about these groups and issues on your own social media feeds or with people in your circles who you would like to help understand these perspectives.    Be more vocal yourself. Standing up for the marginalized may be unpopular or uncomfortable in certain circles (which is crazy!!), but if we truly believe it is what Christ would do and DID do, we should be able to call on Him for courage and strength to    Favorite Things    Tiffany Kool-Aid mix-in Zebra mildliner pens Leather strap cable organizers Allyson 1. Rachel Parcell's triple berry pie recipe 2. Mrs. Meyers Clean Day dryer sheets 3. Sharonsaysso IG account and her monthly Government for Grownups class Inspiring Sister  Incredible Black women in history 

In today’s episode we will be talking about the first country to have two elected female leaders, patriarchy in everyday conversations and traditions, Universal Yums, and as always, we will spotlight an inspiring sister.   News Story Estonia becomes only country in the world run by two elected women  The Vileness of Marjorie Taylor Greene Main Topic Overcoming Patriarchal Cultures and Norms How Patriarchy and Capitalism Combine to Aggravate the Oppression of Women Favorite Things Universal Yums Ankle weights 80’s All Lined Up playlist on Spotify The Boy, The Horse, The Fox and The Mole by Charlie Mackesy Mint Cookies and Cream Ice cream Bullet journal Inspiring Sister Cicely Tyson

Join Tiffany and Allyson in this week's episode as they discuss protecting women from domestic violence in Iran, the best way to care for the poor (charitable donations or socialism?), spiral hair ties, and as always, they will spotlight an inspiring sister.     News Story:  Iran Passing Bill Protecting Women from Domestic Violence     Main Topic:  The New York Times article about the U.S. having the largest wealth gap (9/20) Wealth inequality trends in the U.S. (Pew Research) Elder Holland’s talk, “Are We Not All Beggars?”  The difference between a true socialist and a democratic socialis form of government  (article from Business Insider) Watchman on the Tower: Ezra Taft Benson and the Making of the Mormon Right Favorite Things:  Insight Timer -meditation app Spiral hair ties Strong like Sarah IG account Mom's One Line A Day 5-year journal New favorite night time eye mask Schitt's Creek      INSPIRING SISTER: Amanda Gorman

Welcome to The Sisterhood Podcast, episode 101: Efforts to Break Down Traditional Gender Roles in the Church. In today’s episode we will talking about Inauguration Day, breaking down traditional gender roles within the Church, chicken pot pie, and as always, we will spotlight an inspiring woman.   Main Topic Books: Women at Church by Neylan McBaine Pioneering the vote: The Untold Story of Suffragists in Utah and the West by Neylan McBaine A House Full of Females by Laurel Ulrich Jesus Feminist by Sarah Bessey Christianity and Womanhood by Wyatt Rogers Websites: Seeking Heavenly Mother Exponent II Favorite Things Chicken Pot Pie Resistance bands Microfiber hair towel wrap CC Beanie hats for winter Teecino Inspiring Sister Jill Biden

Join Tiffany and Allyson this week as they discuss the insurrection at the Capitol, why you should care about politics, Built protein bars, and of course, a spotlight of an inspiring sister!    Main Topic -  WHAT YOU CAN DO:  1) Follow Sharonsaysso on IG 2) Refer to Allsides.com and the Adfontes Media Bias Chart to check your sources of information.  3) Read a spectrum of headlines across political lines everyday.    Favorite Things:  Tiffany -  Amazon’s subscription service (paper towels, garbage bags) Broom and Dustpan set Beehive Meals Allyson -  IG account Sharonsaysso Built protein bars Dyson V8 Animal cordless vacuum    Inspiring Sister:  Eleanor Roosevelt

Welcome to The Sisterhood Podcast! In today’s episode we will talk about a 27 year-old embryo, 100 things you never needed to know about us, and as always we will spotlight an inspiring sister.    News Story Baby born from 27 year-old embryo Inspiring Sister 95 year-old woman earns high school diploma Main Topic Questions to Ask Yourself and/or Someone You Love

Join us this week as we discuss a nuanced perspective of abortion, the new direction we will be taking the podcast starting in January, a corn cookie mix, and as always, a spotlight of an inspiring sister! Favorite Things Tiffany:  Icons CNN First Ladies What is Who is Books   Allyson- Corn Cookie Mix (TJ) Ave Verum musical number Fall in Minnesota Inspiring Sister: Jackie Kennedy

Welcome to The Sisterhood Podcast, episode 98 - How Being Bold makes all the difference with Guest Jessica Frew.  In today’s episode we will talk about the passing of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, making a difference by being bold, power naps, and as always we will spotlight an inspiring sister.  Main Topic Husband In Law Podcast The Bold Logic Favorite Things Jessica: Nail Polish Tiffany:  Magelby’s buttermilk syrup Clothing Steamer A House full of females by Laurel Ulrich