Two B's Pod

*TRIGGER WARNING* In this episode Claud and Bird discuss the Grey's Anatomy episode about the SART exam or rape kit. Claud gives a brief recap of the episode for Bird and then they discuss Hollywood versus real life, what is the SART process really like. Where are the advocates? In this second episode for sexual assault awareness month they break down what SART is, the process, and share some tips for survivors and their support people. TRIGGER WARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS INFORMATION ABOUT SEXUAL ASSAULT, AND THE SEXUAL ASSAULT FORENSIC EXAM, WHICH MAY BE TRIGGERING. YOU'RE WELCOME TO LISTEN, BUT YOU'RE ALSO INVITED TO TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF AND LISTEN WHEN YOU'RE READY IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW HAS BEEN THE VICTIM OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE YOU CAN REACH OUT TO RAINN.ORG ONLINE OR VIA PHONE AT 800-656-HOPE (673) YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

It has been a minute y'all but we are back -in this episode, STORY 17: BLUSHING B's, the B is for Brides! Yep that is right, we are both brides, one of us for the first time and the other it's her second go 'round, but we are chatting all about it. We have been consumed by weddings, we are either getting married or being a Maid of Honor, and so we wanted to chat all about it with you. Listen as ClaudBee shares about her second wedding, "second" marriage, and the beauty of recommitting to your relationship, meanwhile Bird is still making plans for her upcoming June wedding. It's been a busy month for both, so we sit down to chat about all the things going on in life. We get a little distracted as per usual, we are joined by some puppy ASMR, and as it is SAAM (Sexual Assault Awareness Month), we wrap it all up by chatting about Denim Day with an invitation to join us in sharing your own reason for wearing denim in support of survivors. Let's listen and join the TBP Denim Day Campaign! links: rainn.org denimdayinfo.org

We're coming atcha with just a little taste, just a bite, just a little baby b, a shorty if ya will. Really, we're just coming at ya with some good ol' chisme! Because we are complex beings with an array of interests, and one of them is MES-SI-NESS we have been slipping into each others DM's this past week with the latest Kardashian gossip - Oh the memes we've shared! And now we invite you into the convo, Stay Messy, My Friends!

In this story, ClaudBee and Bird are joined by their dear friend Lupe whom they've both known for years now, having worked together as advocates and case managers for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. Which is to say, Lupe knows them pretty well and it shows! For the past couple of years Lupe has been on a very intentional path to leading a happier more fulfilled and purposeful life, and that includes things like thinking and living positively, manifesting, and envisioning the life she wants via vision boarding. And she's coming on to teach us a little about each of these things! Basically, we asked her to give us a bit of a crash course on vision boarding for dummies, cuz we B's don't really know much about it. Lupe makes it all really easy to understand and to see that anyone can really implement these types of practices into their lives, you don't have to be any type of expert to do it. We are envisioning a great 2019, join us!

Part 2 with Aracely and Ebony is here! We are wrapping up this two part story with healers and trauma informed yoga instructors Aracely and Ebony.Aracely is a healer and trauma informed yoga instructor and Ebony is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a trauma informed yoga instructor. Through their own practices they have learned a lot about healing and they are here to share some of that knowledge with us. In this second part of Story 15, we discuss Mercury in retrograde (what is it even?!), indigenous and ancestral healing, and the consequences of the gentrification and commodification of those, crystals as computers, healing through your senses, the aesthetics of healing crystals, starter crystals, 3 quick things you can do to center yourself, and limpias, and then we wrap that all up with a fire limpia! It is literally lit! To connect with Aracely and Ebony: Aracely can be found on Instagram @hippiecely & Ebony can be found at www.rootwellnesshealing.com Music: “Breathin” by Ariana Grande

After a few weeks on a holiday and Winter cold hiatus, we are back! And appropriately we bring you a Story that’s all about healing. In this Story, Claud and Bird are joined by their friends, Aracely and Ebony. Aracely is a healer and trauma informed yoga instructor and Ebony is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a trauma informed yoga instructor. Through their own practices they have learned a lot about healing and they are here to share some of that knowledge with us. We discuss many forms of trauma informed healing modalities including talk therapy, yoga, meditation, healing your chakras, breathwork and even some brujeria. In this first part of a two part story, we discuss how trauma manifests and is held in the body, as well as things like Epigenetics, the ACES study, trauma and fertility and healing your sacral chakra. Part two of this story has a lot more in store, including crystals, stones, and limpias and you'll be able to listen to that in just two weeks.  To connect with Aracely and Ebony: Aracely can be found on Instagram @hippiecely & Ebony can be found at www.rootwellnesshealing.com Books mentioned:  “Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome," by Joy DeGruy “The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma," by Bessel van der Kolk Music: “Breathin” by Ariana Grande 

It's the Xmas Episode! This week Claud and Bird discuss why they're such Festive B's, what they like about the holiday season, food, music (we play some of our faves), festivities, and of course also discuss the difficulties this time of year can bring. There's also an animated Mariah Carey discussion cuz only one of us is a lamb, guess who. Music: Various artists singing your holiday favorites

This week ClaudBee and Bird sit down with their girl Mala for some Mimosas and Mess. Our Fairy Podmother is here! Nuestra Podmadre, the GOAT (not the GAT) of Latinx podcasting, Mala Muñoz! We talk about all of the things; Locatora Radio’s 2 year anniversary party, podcasting, partying as advocates, the internets, and of course dealing with these trash ass men. Mala breaks down the science of “men are trash” for anyone who needs further proof and explanation. Papas is also here, giving Angus major FOMO. Lots of tea being spilled as well as some champs. Music: "Thank U, Next" by Ariana Grande You can find Mala on instagram @mala_munoz and follow her podcast @locatora_radio

In this Story ClaudBee and Bird are joined by Virginia "Virgie" Garcia who is not only a survivor of domestic violence and an advocate as well, but she is also currently part of INK: STORIES ON SKIN, an art exhibit featured at Long Beach's Museum of Latin American Art on the history of tattoo's, tattooing, and the stories told by tattoo's. As part of the exhibit Virgie was recently tattooed live at MOLAA by the talented artist Kari Barba. She shares all about this experience, the process, and the connection between DV Survivors, tattooing and healing through this art form. Music selection from our guest: "Big Girls Don't Cry" by Fergie Trigger Warning: Topics of Domestic Violence and Sexual Harassment are discussed in this episode. If you or someone you know needs help, resources listed at the end of the episode.

This week ClaudBee and Bird catch up. It's been a while since we were together and there's so much that's gone on! ClaudBee is famous now and Bird has had a super busy and creative work month. While we've been working around podcasting we haven't been in front of a mic in weeks and we're delusional and getting into crazy "B" talk, with plans of things to come. Music: "Karma Chameleon" by Culture Club

*TRIGGER WARNING* ClaudBee and Bird talk about how the last few weeks have been especially triggering for survivors. An irresponsible tweet from a perpetrator in power about how the validity of a survivor's experience is based on whether or not a report was made, sparked the viral hashtag: #whyididntreport. As people who value the power of storytelling and as survivors, these two B's wanted to provide space for other survivors to share their experiences, specifically why they didn't report. Special thank you to the six survivors who so bravely and generously shared their personal stories with us so that we may share with you. Thank you Yvette, Nicole, Mala, Survivor 1, Survivor 2, and Survivor 3. You are so strong. - Claud and Bird *TRIGGER WARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS INFORMATION ABOUT SEXUAL ASSAULT AS WELL AS PERSONAL ACCOUNTS FROM SURVIVORS, WHICH MAY BE TRIGGERING. YOU'RE WELCOME TO LISTEN, BUT YOU'RE ALSO INVITED TO TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF AND LISTEN WHEN YOU'RE READY*

This week ClaudBee and Bird are joined by their friends April, Lilly, and Megan to talk about the tests, trials, and tribulations of dating as older millennials. We discuss dating apps, who pays for a date, are sheets important, safety while dating, and everything in between. Claud obviously has a new favorite cuss word this week, and Bird is excited to share #DatingAppsSoWhite. We also get into a conversation about men being trash and what that really means. Music: "Truth Hurts" by Lizzo

This week ClaudBee and Bird welcome their first guest! Gloria Figueroa of ¡Radio No Jodas! joins the Two B's to share candidly about her own personal life experiences in a way that she's never done before. Gloria shares candidly about love, life, mental health, and the woes of adulting as a young millennial. We also learn how Gloria finds the spots to take all those great pics for the Gram and where she gets the inspiration for her fly aesthetic. Music: "Come and Get Your Love" by Redbone

This week ClaudBee and Bird make a v important decision, Team Nicki or Team Bardi? ClaudBee is hangry, Bird doesn't take her seriously, and they get in a "fight." This leads to a discussion about food; what are our relationships with food, are they healthy, could they use help? And if so, why? Is it like everything else in our lives that can be explained by #cuztrauma? We're discussing overall wellness, body image, and what has led us here. Music: "Bartier Cardi" by Cardi B

This week ClaudBee and Bird talk about the importance of storytelling; sharing your personal experiences as a means of healing, helping others heal, and building community. Claud is sick and bummed out, Bird is awkward as usual, but she met Tarana Burke creator of #MeToo at a conference and shares her experience. Trigger Warning: Topics of sexual assault and miscarriage are discussed in this episode. If you or someone you know needs help, resources listed at the end of the episode. Music: "7/11" by Beyoncé

This week ClaudBee and Bird candidly discuss friendship, specifically their own, what makes it work and what things have they learned about one another, including each other's annoying quirks. They talk about how they TRY to put their communication skills to work in their friendships, and whether it's been a hit or miss. Music: "Clique" by Kanye West, Jay Z, Big Sean

From people pleasers to assertive B's (who are sometimes still people pleasers), this week ClaudBee and Bird discuss the importance of being assertive as women in these streets. Plus you'll never guess who the real life Mean Girl is... Music: "Bossy" by Kelis

All ClaudBee and Bird need is some understanding. This episode we talk about the importance of communication in all relationships and aspects of adult life; what are the important elements of it, how has it evolved for us with age, and why is it important for us as women. Music: "Understanding" by Xscape

ClaudBee and Bird recap Story 1, discuss Angus' future as a podcaster, as well as Mercury being in Reggaeton! We then get into the meat of it all by dishing on brunching as older Millennials and surviving as women in these streets. Trigger Warning: Topics of Domestic Violence and Sexual Harassment are discussed in this episode. If you or someone you know needs help, resources listed at the end of the episode.

ClaudBee and Bird share how they met seven years ago working at a sexual and domestic violence nonprofit. Listen to this podcast to get to know these two B's and giggle along with these two babblers. Fun Q&A at the end of the episode!

Intro to Two B's Pod, hosted by ClaudBee and Bird.