Unapologetic Podcast

Healthy relationships? In MY media? Join Jackie and Nora as they talk positive, honest portrayals of relationships in our media and why it is so important to see those relationships on our televisions!

Does gender really make a difference when it comes to expressing love? Brian and Erika dive into a discussion on how society shapes us all in how we have come to learn relationship love.

Media tells our men and boys what it means to "be a man." Join Jackie and Nora as they discuss the expectations we put on men in our society, how the media reinforces those messages, and why those messages hurt everyone- men and women alike.

There is no mystery: It is easier to fall in love than it is to stay in love. Brain and Erika dive into a discussion on creating positive connections that last and stand the test of the mundane, burn-out, and resentment.

Media has been sending us messages about gender roles for decades. In this episode, Jackie and Nora question those gender roles, discuss how those messages affect our culture, and find some resources that help determine which movies and shows are doing it right!

It is inevitable…the internet will inundate you with all the “right” ways to find “the one.” Brian and Erika dive into a discussion about whether these articles are realistic, as well as other theories about true love.

Miss Media is back for a Summer of Love! Join Jackie and Nora as they reunite in the office once again and start by tackling one of the most famous movie tropes of all and question, "Is it love at first sight?"

Is love an action? Is it a mindset? Brian and Erika dive into their initial thoughts on love and the beliefs needed to define this complex emotion, then they are forced to reckon, "Are we subject matter experts here?"

Season's greetings! Join Griff and Nora for a special holiday episode of Miss Media, where they discuss the "holi-date" trope and new media that makes them jolly!

It's the season for gratitude! Join Griff, Nora, and Jackie as they give thanks to the media that represents us and shapes who we are.

Its our final spooky episode! Join Griff, Nora, and special guest Ana Sanchez-Brown as they travel into The Upside Down to discuss various spooky television shows and the impact they have on a generation's beliefs and ideals.

"Don't run up the stairs!" "Don't answer that phone!" "Why doesn't she run away or fight back?" If you're a fan of horror movies, you may have said these phrases a few times while watching. Join Griff, Nora, and Ana as they continue dissecting the role of women in horror and how its stereotypes can affect real life victims of violence.

The "final girl", the damsel in distress, the "ditzy" best friend... Horror is filled with such tropes and negative stereotypes about women. How do these tropes reflect our society and, in turn, affect our society? Join Griff, Nora, and special guest Ana-Sanchez Brown for a deep dive into the culture of horror as a genre and ask the question: What is REALLY scary?

“Mirror, mirror, on the wall. Who is the fairest one of all?” In our media, villainous men are often shown striving for money and power, while villainous women are motivated by jealousy and vanity. What does this trope reflect about our society? Join Griff, Nora, and Ana for a discussion on the role women play as villains in pop culture.

La Llorona, La Curandera, La Bruja... Many of us here in South Texas are familiar with these Hispanic icons. But what messages about gender are these tales sending to our society? Join Griff, Nora, and special guest Ana Sanchez-Brown for an in-depth look at the Hispanic folktales we grew up with- And how we can relay these tales to the upcoming generations.

Brian and Erika discuss and recap on today's damaging relationship attitudes and its tie back to a systematic competitive nature in our society. Is it time to let these competitive attitudes go? Yes, because the future is watching!

Exploring violence in context. Brian and Erika discuss the many defenses, justifications, and rationalizations people use when describing their use of violence. Is violence always necessary? Does it differ from men and women?

We are all a little guilty of binge watching bad reality TV from time to time, but what are we really taking away from these shows? This week on Miss Media, Griff, Nora and Brittany discuss the world of reality TV and how these shows may hurt the way that we look at relationships.

Relationship violence in junior high? Brian and Erika interview 14 year-old, Via, who discusses her experiences with relationships in junior high. Be prepared to hug your kiddos tonight, or better yet, give them the floor... and listen!

Brian and Erika discuss “manhood” and where young men first receive these messages. In this episode, we dive deep into discussion about why men are not “allowed” to cry and why there seems to be a consistent race to the top of proving “manhood.” Does this help or hurt young men?

Griff, Nora and Brittany discuss the sick and twisted way that Hollywood uses celebrity sex symbols to play serial killers to romanticize violence against women.

Just when we got used to hearing about 'rules' for dating, what about 'rules' on how to act "like a woman"? Brian and Erika interview Tori Foss, a graduate student and president of the Islander Feminists organization at Texas A&M University Corpus Christi. In this episode, we all dive down into hard discussions and finally throwing those 'rules' out of our vocabulary!

Did you know that about 95% of the films you've ever seen have been directed by men? Griff and Nora discuss the problematic portrayals of sexual violence in film, how it hurts survivors and society, and how we can make change.

Brian and Erika break down the belief wheel. We have an attitude, we have beliefs, and these get packed with us when we travel to the dating realm! So where did dating beliefs come from anyway? What are we still hanging onto?

Griff and Nora discuss the way women and girls are treated in Hollywood. From 18th birthday countdowns to women filmmakers, join us for a real conversation about celebrities and our society.

Brian and Erika try and troubleshoot the correct definition for “attitudes.” We all have them! Yes, even you! But how does this play out when we enter the dating realm?

The Netflix docuseries, Tiger King, is all the rave right now among the younger populations and Miss Media is here to break down the less discussed running theme in Tiger King: sexual abuse and domestic violence.

Brian and Erika discuss relationship conflict, everyone argues! And, we all get pissed when it happens! But do we all use abuse? We don't. So then where does it come from?

Brian and Erika discuss the rare and often overlooked conversation about toxic behaviors…what's the opposite of toxic? And, did we ever really learn it?

Brian and Erika tackle listener's feedback by breaking down rejection aggression, why the “nasty” come backs? Also, do expectations really destroy a relationship? And is it just better to self-partner?

Brian and Erika talk about troubling dating trends and why they're popping up now. Is it new, is it a 90's thing, or was Shakespeare a love bomber, too?

Brian and Erika discuss common family grievances and the best self-care practices.

Brian and Erika rummage through a bottomless archive of social media messages, responses and texts outlining today's major issues with web-based dating. Has it really changed the dating scene? Or is it the same old scene with a fancy makeover?

Going from “sorta been hangin' out” to defining the relationship….who'd rather grab a burger? Brian and Erika debate the whys' and hows' of giving that relationship a status. Is it worth it? Or would you rather just pick up food instead?

So why do people hook-up anyway? Is this a thing? Brian and Erika discuss different reasons people hook-up and how common it really is.

They've been together long enough to know… What is a happy ending in a relationship? And how does it go from bliss to trash? Brian and Erika break down the most popular relation”ship” sinkers in the history of time.

We've sorta been hangin' out Let's be clear….this is NOT a friend. This is an intimate partner who has not defined the relationship. Brian and Erika rummage through life's mysteries of why humans prolong the DTR

Are we friends, are we more? Oh, the most crappy thing to hear….”the friend zone.” But to who? Women, men, or society? Brian and Erika try and solve why this comes up as an issue in dating

What's the deal with hook-ups? Can you ever really just hook-up? Brian and Erika debate over the controversial “hook-up” narrative…is it wrong, is it fun, is it dangerous?

What's up with these “rules” for dating? Some call them “standards” others call them “qualities.” Brian and Erika debate which is correct.

What are relationships, really? Because, really…what are they and how do they start? Brian and Erika try and solve the dramatized mysteries of “how they met…is it romantic or a nightmare?”