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Episode 45: "For the Love of" Our Sacred Medicines Join us in finishing out our “For the Love of” series with a show centered around our Sacred Medicines! Each week, the Aunties have been highlighting the things they love. We are holding on tight to love in 2026 and focusing on relationships and healing. Today, we will be talking with Robin Wall Kimmerer, award winning author, citizen of the Potawatomi Nation, mother, scholar, scientist, and a giver of knowledge. The Aunties will dive into deep conversation with Robin, highlighting the love and abundance mother earth provides, so please sit back and take in the lessons that Robin is so talented in sharing!   Wabanaki Words Used: Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) - https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc   Topics Discussed:   Robin Wall Kimmerer - https://www.robinwallkimmerer.com/ “Braiding Sweetgrass” by Robin Wall Kimmerer - https://bookshop.org/p/books/braiding-sweetgrass-indigenous-wisdom-scientific-knowledge-and-the-teachings-of-plants-robin-wall-kimmerer/6fa4d296293d20e8?ean=9781571313560&next=t Carlisle Indian School - https://www.npca.org/parks/carlisle-federal-indian-boarding-school-national-monument “The Serviceberry” by Robin Wall Kimmerer - https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-serviceberry-abundance-and-reciprocity-in-the-natural-world-robin-wall-kimmerer/11103aae5b752d02?aid=86677&ean=9781668072240&listref=robin-wall-kimmerer&next=t “The First Blade of Sweetgrass” by Suzanne Greenlaw and Gabriel Frey - https://www.amazon.com/First-Blade-Sweetgrass-Suzanne-Greenlaw/dp/0884487601 Monique Smith - https://wordfest.com/artist/monique-gray-smith/ “Bud Finds Her Gift” by Robin Wall Kimmerer - https://bookshop.org/p/books/bud-finds-her-gift-robin-wall-kimmerer/615a02894e9290a1?aid=86677&ean=9780063324428&listref=robin-wall-kimmerer&next=t The Briar Patch - https://briarpatchbooks.square.site/ Plant Baby Plant - https://plantbabyplant.com/   Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi'kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine   Special Thanks/Woliwon:  Guest: Robin Wall Kimmerer Producer: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders

Your favourite Aunties, Ak, Farrah and Nana are back with another packed episode.AUNTYVENTION

Just a great catch up with your favorite Aunties! Add To Cart: dry February, big juicy butts, shopping your own closet and all the myriad of ways we are getting our rest in. Which brings us to you…how are you guys finding “rest”? Turning off social media, saying no to late dinners, meditating…we want to hear it all!We have a website! Sign up to find out what's happening next with the Aunties at ADDTOCART.WORLD.Su:Everlane The Way-High Curve Jean The Man With No ButtKu:Adidas Satin Wide Leg Track PantsNestig The Wave Kids BedWrangler World Wide JeanHigh waisted Champion sweats Pottery Barn Kids Storybook Friends Duvet Cover & ShamsStrawberry Pillow See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this Agony Aunties episode, Julia, Emily and Sophie respond to a listener's thoughtful question about how to gently introduce the idea that movement can “move the mind” to the people who may resist it most: teenagers and elderly family members. They explore why forcing exercise can backfire (especially with teens), and instead recommend modelling movement, keeping encouragement low-key, and making activity feel incidental and social rather than a “lesson.” For older relatives, they discuss practical, confidence-building entry points like finding the right trainer, starting small with habit-stacking (tiny movements built into everyday routines), and using approachable online classes to reduce the barrier to entry. The takeaway is compassionate and relationship-led: focus on connection, meet people where they are, and when needed, share your concerns as care rather than control. If Only If create beautifully made nightwear that feels thoughtful, timeless, and deeply comforting at the end of the day. Their pieces are designed to support women through every stage of life and are made from natural fabrics in small batches. If you'd like to explore their collection, you can visit ifonlyif.co.uk and use the code JULIA15 for 15% off.  More from Therapy Works: Subscribe to the Therapy Works Substack for guidance on everyday struggles and access to Julia's monthly live webinar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://juliasamuel.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Julia on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@juliasamuelmbe⁠⁠⁠⁠ for tips, tools, and conversations about navigating life's challenges. If you enjoy this episode, please consider rating, reviewing, and subscribing — it makes a big difference and helps others discover these conversations.If you need help finding a therapist, visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Samuel Therapy Practice⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Engagement season is beautiful… and complicated.This week, the Aunties talk about the other side of the ring — the part people don't always say out loud. Nia checks in on Sham as they get honest about what it feels like when your best friend receives the very blessing you've been praying for yourself.From joy and celebration to comparison, insecurity, and emotional growth, we unpack how to hold space for your friend while also holding space for your own heart.We also get real about what happens after “yes.”The pressure, the planning, the expectations, the financial conversations, and the moment it hits — oh wow… I'm actually about to get married.If you've ever been single around married friends, engaged around single friends, or navigating changing friendship dynamics during a new life season, this conversation is for you.Because love doesn't just change relationships… it changes friendships too.

Episode 43: "For the Love of" Our WaterwaysThe Aunties have said this before- the creativity and brilliance of indigenous people must be seen by all. The lack of visibility of Native people in our country has been detrimental to all of us. Indigenous food, health, education, and environmental systems are ones of balance and healing for all, including Mother Earth. The Aunties welcome a returning guest to the studio, indigenous food extraordinaire, Chef Joe Robbins. We will talk food, fun, and the new adventures Joe is traveling today. The Aunties want to warn their listeners, please do not listen to this pod episode hungry! Grab a snack and cozy in for a fun-filled episode with Chef Joe! Wabanaki Words Used:Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) - https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc Topics Discussed:  UMass Amherst - https://www.umass.edu/UMass Amherst Food Science Program - https://www.umass.edu/food-science/curriculumCollege of the Atlantic - https://www.coa.edu/San Diego State Univeristy - https://www.sdsu.edu/Pineland Farms - https://pinelandfarms.org/Green Meadow Farms - https://greenmeadowfarmme.com/Brewer, Maine - https://brewermaine.gov/Oakhurst - https://www.oakhurstdairy.com/Marsh Island Kitchen - https://marshislandbrewing.com/Marsh Island Brewery - https://marshislandbrewing.com/OronoOwamni by The Sioux Chef - https://owamni.com/Maine Coastline Fisherman's Association - https://www.mainecoastfishermen.org/ Wabanaki Tribal Nations:Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net)Mi'kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov)Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati MotahkomikukPassamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com)Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guest: Joe RobbinsProducer: Gavin AllenPodcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders

Your favourite Aunties, Ak, Farrah and Nana are back with another packed episode.AUNTYVENTION

Welcome to the 509 Experience episode exploring Haitian family culture, where close community ties and the saying “it takes a village” shape how children are raised. Joel describes why many people are called “uncle” or “auntie” even when not blood relatives, and how this practice creates support and respect within the community. The episode also offers a caution for parents to be mindful about who they bring into their family circle, while celebrating Haitian food, music, art, language, and the warmth of extended community bonds.

This week we revisit an episode made for the season of love. We're showering our Galentines with presents the Lauren Lapkus way. Whether your bestie is on the go or unwinding at home, there's something in Lauren's cart for her. Plus, the Aunties and Lauren share their takes on the infamous Stanley Cups, how much talking is too much at Trader Joe's, and beta blockers. This is what true female friendships are made of. We have a website! Sign up to find out what's happening next with the Aunties at ADDTOCART.WORLD.Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below. This Uniqlo shoulder bag comes in the cutest colors (and it's only 20 bucks!)The Clare V. coin purse is perfect for all your miscellaneous gift cardsKu got the iconic Grande Fanny from Clare V. for Christmas Lauren recommends this and this style of gorgeous candle warmersThe Casaluna Mattress Pad makes Lauren's bed heavenly Shoutout to Peacock for The Traitors, Lauren's latest must-watchSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this Agony Aunties episode, Emily and Sophie take the reins while Julia continues her recovery, diving into a thoughtful listener question about accepting children with SEN and learning difficulties as academic parents. Together they explore the often unspoken grief that can arise when parenting looks different from what we imagined, the importance of making space for complex emotions without guilt, and the delicate balance between acceptance and adjustment. The conversation gently unpacks parental expectations, fear of judgment, and how compassion for both yourself and your child can shift the experience, while highlighting the value of support networks, school partnerships, and recognising that a meaningful, fulfilling life is not defined by academic success alone. • Email your questions: jsamuelpod@gmail.com • DM Julia on Instagram: @juliasamuelmbe If Only If create beautifully made nightwear that feels thoughtful, timeless, and deeply comforting at the end of the day. Their pieces are designed to support women through every stage of life and are made from natural fabrics in small batches. If you'd like to explore their collection, you can visit ifonlyif.co.uk and use the code JULIA15 for 15% off.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, your favourite Aunties are joined by Ms Banks as she steps into a major new chapter.They talk her first ever tour, the release of her debut album South LDN Lover Girl, and her journey as a rapper coming out of South London. Ms Banks opens up about growth, confidence and the realities of relationships, knowing when to walk away and when something is worth fighting for.

Our Aunties of Agony: Norma Sheahan and Sophie White, answer all your romance-related questions, scruples, and dilemmas.

Episode 43: "For the Love of" Our WaterwaysAs we know, love heals. When we love and receive love, every cell in our bodies benefit. We are celebrating all of the things we are grateful for and love. Mother Earth offers us abundance and all the things we need to be well. Today, we are celebrating our waterways. Water is life. Over the past several years we have prioritized profit over the wellness of our waterways. Today, we are going to talk to Keyana Pardilla, a water warrior, an indigenous scholar and water protector. Keyana will share her research and passion for respecting and protecting our waterways. Please lean in with us as we deepen our understanding and our connections to water.Wabanaki Words Used:Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) - https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc Topics Discussed:  Museum of Beadwork - https://www.museumofbeadwork.org/Indian Island - https://www.penobscotnation.org/Sipayak - https://wabanaki.com/about-us/University of Maine - https://umaine.edu/Project Venture - https://wabanakiphw.org/departments/wabanaki-public-health/our-next-generation/experiential-learning-programs/project-venture/PFAS - https://erefdn.org/pfas/Bigelow Labs - https://www.bigelow.org/Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - https://www.mainegardens.org/Data Governance - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Data_governanceWaYS - https://www.wabanakiyouthinscience.org/Darren Ranco - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darren_RancoTony Sutton - https://umaine.edu/mitchellcenter/people/anthony-sutton/Antiques Roadshow - https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/roadshow/events/2025/boothbay-me/ Wabanaki Tribal Nations:Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net)Mi'kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov)Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati MotahkomikukPassamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com)Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guest: Keyana PardillaProducer: Gavin AllenPodcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders

This week, your favourite Aunties, Ak, Farrah and Nana are back with another packed episode.They stage a powerful AUNTYVENTION, unpacking why reproductive coercion should be recognised as abuse, sparked by Liv Nervo's experience with her child's father and the wider implications for women's autonomy and safety.In WELCOME TO THE FAMILY, the Aunties give flowers to British Grammy winners Olivia Dean, FKA twigs, Cynthia Erivo and RAYE, with a special nod to Kendrick Lamar for becoming the most Grammy awarded rapper in history. They also offer controversial welcomes to Marjorie Taylor Greene and Candace Owens after their very public turn against MAGA.In ENEMIES OF PROGRESS, Donald Trump lands back in the bin for racist attacks targeting the Obamas, a UK to Jamaica flight descends into chaos after hours of nonstop religious chanting, and the Aunties break down the Epstein files, with a clear reminder that being named does not equal guilt.Expect real talk with nuance and receipts, flowers when they are due, and messy dilemmas with no nonsense solutions.YouTube. Apple Podcasts. Spotify.www.yourauntiescouldnever.com

We're charging into Fire Horse 2026, legs astride, skin to skin & bareback! Take a look below at all the links we talked about to support communities fighting back ICE. Plus we get into Su's existential chore crisis, her doctor's increasing worries about body slime index and the one thing giving light to Ku's Q1…Broadway baby!We have a website! Sign up to find out what's happening next with the Aunties at ADDTOCART.WORLD.Please consider clicking on these links to support the movement against ICE violence:Stand With MinnesotaWomen's Foundation of MinnesotaTending the SoilBryant Neighborhood FamiliesHamline Midway Diaper, Formula, Hygiene, & Medical Supply HubMinneapolis Rapid Response Emergency Defense Fund5 CallsBroadway highlights:Simon Rich's All OutChessThe 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling BeeRagtimeSu ATC:Dr. Becky on Jay Shetty podcastThe deep dive on lead w/ The Lead Lady & Lumetallix kitPoplin laundrySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this Agony Aunties episode, Sophie and Emily return to answer a deeply thoughtful listener question about feeling second best to a partner's late spouse. Together, they reflect on communication within relationships, the role of the inner critic, and how comparison often reveals the stories we tell ourselves rather than the truth of how we are seen. The conversation offers gentle reframes, practical ways to step out of self-punishing thought loops, and reassurance that entering a family touched by grief isn't about replacement but about bringing your own, distinct presence into the system. • Email your questions: jsamuelpod@gmail.com • DM Julia on Instagram: @juliasamuelmbe If Only If create beautifully made nightwear that feels thoughtful, timeless, and deeply comforting at the end of the day. Their pieces are designed to support women through every stage of life and are made from natural fabrics in small batches. If you'd like to explore their collection, you can visit ifonlyif.co.uk and use the code JULIA15 for 15% off.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Extra Aunties, your favourite Aunties AK, Farrah and Nana discuss relationship boundaries... Can your man get a massage without asking for permission, and is a whine with a stranger harmless or a red flag?

Episode 42: "For the Love of" Our Mother EarthAs we know, love heals. When we love and receive love, our bodies and relationships benefit. We are celebrating all things we are grateful for and love. Mother Earth offers us abundance and connects. Today we are celebrating her. Mother Earth and all her abundance must be both respected and protected. Today, we are going to talk to Dr. Tony Sutton, an indigenous scholar committed to improving the health of the Mother we all share. Tony will share his work and passion for respecting and protecting our environment. Please lean in with us as we deepen our understanding and our connections to Mother Earth. Wabanaki Words Used:Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) - https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc Topics Discussed:  Tony Sutton - https://umaine.edu/mitchellcenter/people/anthony-sutton/Suzanne Greenlaw - https://schoodicinstitute.org/team/suzanne-greenlaw/Caroline Sullivan article - https://www.sdsu.edu/news/2025/12/a-bridge-to-a-cultureUniversity of San Diego - https://www.sdsu.edu/Museum of Beadwork - https://www.museumofbeadwork.org/Food Sovereignty - https://usfoodsovereigntyalliance.org/what-is-food-sovereignty/Quahog (clams) - https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/species/northern-quahogSea Run Report and Audiobook - https://www.mitsc.org/library/sea-run?ref=quoddytides.comSipayik - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Passamaquoddy_Pleasant_Point_ReservationGluskabe - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GlooscapGeo Neptune - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geo_Soctomah_NeptuneUniversity of Maine - https://umaine.edu/Robin Wall Kimmerer - https://www.robinwallkimmerer.com/First Light Learning Journey - https://peterforbes.org/facilitating/first-light-learning-journey“Molly Molasses and Me” by Ssipsis - https://books.google.com/books/about/Molly_Molasses_Me.html?id=QnkaAQAAIAAJWabanaki Youth in Science (WaYS) - https://www.wabanakiyouthinscience.org/Western Oregon University - https://wou.edu/WPHW Mobile Food Pantry - https://wabanakiphw.org/departments/wabanaki-public-health/community-land-wellness/mobile-food-pantry/Mi'kmaq Farms - https://www.facebook.com/MicmacFarms/Niweskok - https://www.niweskok.org/Roger Paul - https://umaine.edu/nativeamericanprograms/people/rogerpaul/ Wabanaki Tribal Nations:Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net)Mi'kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov)Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati MotahkomikukPassamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com)Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guest: Tony SuttonProducer: Gavin AllenPodcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders

This week your favourite Aunties, Ak, Farrah, and Nana discuss whether it's okay to speak ill of the dead.They welcome Vic Mensa to the family and put Nicki Minaj, I Show Speed haters and Suella Braverman in the Enemies of Progress bin.

While Julia recovers from shoulder surgery, Sophie and Emily step in to respond to a painful and familiar dilemma, wanting another child when your partner doesn't. They explore the emotional deadlock that can arise when a decision feels completely binary, and how the absence of compromise can intensify grief, fear, and resentment on both sides of a relationship.Together, they reflect on how meaningful listening, really hearing what having or not having a baby represents to each person, can soften polarisation and protect connection, even when there is no easy answer. They talk about guilt, longing, fear of resentment, and the importance of staying emotionally connected through difference. This episode offers compassionate guidance for navigating unbearable uncertainty, honouring grief, and finding ways to continue, with yourself and with each other, when life doesn't unfold as hoped. Julia and Helen Fielding will be recording live at The Tabernacle in Notting Hill on March 3rd at 7pm. If you'd like to be there, tickets are available via this link HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/therapy-works-live-with-helen-fielding-love-loss-and-the-messy-business-tickets-1981420678588?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl We hope to see you there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your favourite Aunties Ak, Farrah and Nana are back with a little bit extra.

This episode is about the Greatest Love Story Ever Told and Also Not The Greatest Love Story Ever Told But Still Fine. Auntie Su has finally after decades of pulling up her salmon lids with her back, done something about it and in true form, it was chaos. Travel with us in our janky time machine with Ku at the helm to see how the surgery went and what it feels like one year later. (Please note that if for some reason any of you think we are medical professionals we just want to shake you into consciousness that we are only two Aunties with strong and often wrong opinions. Take our opinions with extreme caution and with actual medical advice from real professionals.) **Also PS: we are sorry for mixing up Kip's name in that horny Heated Rivalry scene! It is not Chip…but brain fog is a real medical condition so please excuse our error. We have a website! Sign up to find out what's happening next with the Aunties at ADDTOCART.WORLD.Listen to our infamous Bridgerton Episode for context.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 41: The Power of Storytelling: Language, Community, and Wabanaki HeritageAs the Aunties mention in our previous episode, we are replaying Uncle Roger Paul from Season 1, "For the love of Storytelling."  Uncle Roger Paul is a Passamaquoddy citizen, dynamic storyteller, educator, elder, fluent Passamaquoddy language speaker and so much more. Whether this is your first or your second time listening to Uncle Roger, we know you will enjoy his charismatic storytelling and the way he engages with his stories.Wabanaki Words Used:Ckuwapon (dawn) - ckuwapon | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language PortalEspotewset (sun) - espotewset | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal'koselomal (He or she like or loves) - 'koselomal | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language PortalMuhsumsol (grandfather) - muhsumsol | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language PortalPihce (long ago) - pihce | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language PortalPokuhulakon (drum) - pokuhulakon, pokhulakon | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language PortalSkinuhsis (boy) - skinuhsis | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language PortalSkitkomiq (earth) - skitkomiq | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal'tatatol (dad) - 'tatatol | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language PortalTupqan (dirt) - tupqan | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language PortalUhkomossol (grandmother) - uhkomossol | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language PortalWaponahkiyik (Wabanaki people) - Waponahkiyik | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language PortalApc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) - https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc***More words were used in this episode, check out the Language Portal - Welcome to the Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal Topics Discussed:  Roger Paul - https://umaine.edu/nativeamericanprograms/people/rogerpaul/George's Bank - https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georges_BankSeven Generational Thinking - https://www.ictinc.ca/blog/seventh-generation-principle#:~:text=The%20Seventh%20Generation%20Principle%20is,seven%20generations%20into%20the%20future.Small Pox - https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/SmallpoxGordon's Island - https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/jun/04/native-american-tribe-maine-buys-back-pine-islandBounties for Scalps - https://theconversation.com/indigenous-peoples-day-offers-a-reminder-of-native-american-history-including-the-scalping-they-endured-at-the-hands-of-colonists-214433 Wabanaki Tribal Nations:Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net)Mi'kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov)Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati MotahkomikukPassamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com)Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guest: Roger PaulProducer: Gavin AllenPodcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders

Happy New Year your favourite aunties Ak, Farrah and Nana are back with a brand new episode.This week's Auntyvention goes to the Beckham's. The Aunties offer advice to David & Victoria and Brooklyn on how to just get along.Welcome to the family includes Sinners for its record rreaking 16 Oscar nominations, I Show Speed for his brilliant tour of Africa.Enemies of Progress - Donald Trump for his continuing War Lord antics, Morrocco for their unsportsmanly behaviour towards Senegal's AFCON win and Romanian tennis player Sorana Cîrstea for her Karen antics toward Tennis champ Naomi Osaka

In this Agony Aunties episode, Julia, Sophie and Emily respond to a brave listener who admits she loves her two adult daughters deeply but often struggles to like them. With one daughter feeling unmotivated and the other frequently hurtful or unpredictable, she asks how to navigate disappointment, set boundaries, and understand what is reasonable to expect from adult children.Together, they explore the unspoken guilt many parents feel, the shift from parent–child to adult–adult relationships, and how old hurts layer into current dynamics. They offer gentle guidance on letting go of control, maintaining connection, managing expectations and finding compassion for yourself as well as your children. A validating, honest conversation for anyone facing complicated family relationships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Demi heads to Houston and New Orleans; Amy DuBois Barnett Rules the World; Don Lemon “on notice” for a protest he didn't lead; chaos at New Birth; Don Lemon vs Nicki Minaj; The Nobel Peace Prize drama; World Leaders are acting like Real Housewives. Thanks to my sponsor: Sign up and get 10% off at https://www.betterhelp.com/RATCHET. ABOUT ME: ⁠http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/⁠ STAY CONNECTED:  IG: ⁠@demetriallucas⁠ Twitter: ⁠demetriallucas⁠ FB: ⁠demetriallucas⁠ YouTube:⁠ demetriallucas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special Agony Aunties episode, we pause our usual listener questions so Julia can share something personal as she prepares for a reverse shoulder replacement after years of complications from Ramsay Hunt syndrome and a serious injury. With Emily and Sophie beside her, she speaks openly about the dread of facing another major operation, the loss of trust in her body, the somatic shock that surfaced when she made the decision, and the uncomfortable confrontation with ageing, vulnerability, and past medical memories. They explore how coping strategies like denial and busyness can feel protective, how therapy can be both helpful and challenging, and how support from others makes an enormous difference even when some parts of the journey are inevitably solitary. It is an honest, tender conversation about fear, resilience, and the deeply human work of accepting help and allowing the body to heal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aunties on Air: The Power of Storytelling: Connecting You to Culture, Learning & LoveThe power of storytelling is clear. It can transport us to different places and times, introduce us to cultures that are not our own, and bring us together for connection and learning. We will have two shows during these cold winter months, our storytelling season. Today, we have Aunties Lisa and Nancy in the studio, and they are joined by a friend and colleague, Auntie Becky Bailey. The three Aunties will lean into the power of storytelling, sharing stories, music and love. Please join us for this heart-filling episode that kicks off our month of storytelling.Wabanaki Words Used:Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-ocTopics Discussed:Millinocket Marathon - https://www.crowathletics.com/millinocket-race-overviewChris Newell - https://www.freeporthistoricalsociety.org/chris-newell-bio/Morgan Talty - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Morgan_TaltyThe Weavers - https://www.wmpg.org/show/tue1130/?srsltid=AfmBOorVGLc2HjeivAj3pLzcBBppsWP7VzEjufyToEzZ6DDOnec2BJJK“The First Blade of Sweetgrass” by Suzanne Greenlaw and Gabriel Frey - https://www.farnsworthmuseum.org/product/the-first-blade-of-sweetgrass/Sweetgrass - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hierochloe_odorataMt. Katahdin - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Katahdin“Hinkley Township; Or Grand Lake Stream Plantation” by Minnie Atkinson book - https://www.amazon.com/Hinckley-Township-Grand-Stream-Plantation/dp/1596413786“Autumn Pellitier, Water Warrior” by Carole Lindstrom - https://www.amazon.com/Autumn-Peltier-Warrior-Carole-Lindstrom/dp/1250795273Anishinaabe tribe - https://thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/anishinaabe“An Upriver Passamaquoddy” by Allen Sockabasin - https://www.amazon.com/Upriver-Passamaquoddy-Allen-Sockabasin/dp/0884482936Briar Patch bookstore - https://briarpatchbooks.square.site/Tobique - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tobique_First_NationSt. John River - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_John_River_(Bay_of_Fundy)Roger Paul - https://umaine.edu/nativeamericanprograms/people/rogerpaul/Dwayne Tomah - https://www.kennedy-center.org/artists/t/to-tz/dwayne-tomah/ Wabanaki Tribal Nations:Houlton Band of Maliseet  Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net)Mi'kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov)Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township  Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati MotahkomikukPassamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik  Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com)Penobscot Nation  Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine Special Thanks/Woliwon: Producer: Gavin AllenPodcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Downs

First the Aunties coincidentally end up with the same realization about the Holidays and what's to come in 2026. Hint: it will be the “Na'vi Way”. All this even before getting to the heart of the episode about the worst gifts we ever did receive. This Even Looser Era is looking pretty good so far!We have a website! Sign up to find out what's happening next with the Aunties at ADDTOCART.WORLD.To add to cart any of the things we talked about below:The best podcast of 2026 so far and will probably be of all year: Beth's DeadElizabeth Laime on Add To Cart: Vaginal Financial Rejuvenation@mlpadman@ElizabethLaime@nobodyslisteningright@doctorrosenrosenWe have a website! Sign up to find out what's happening next with the Aunties at ADDTOCART.WORLD.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aunties on Air: Honoring Where We Have Been And Where We Are GoingAs 2025 comes to a close, we are honoring our accomplishments and our struggles. Each year offers us the opportunity for learning, connecting, and serving each other and Mother Earth. We will reflect on all things and begin to discuss the year we are entering. The Aunties are excited to be with listeners as we ring in the new year together.Wabanaki Words Used:Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc Topics Discussed:WMPG, The Weavers - https://www.wmpg.org/show/tue1130/?srsltid=AfmBOooAWuxbnOBwOX6VUpSaxjOgy8HnhwgwEpEmHPgMx7Qc_zKdyCgODowntown Bangor Ball Drop - https://downtownbangor.com/events/downtown-countdown-2025/ Wabanaki Tribal Nations:Houlton Band of Maliseet  Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net)Mi'kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov)Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township  Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati MotahkomikukPassamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik  Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com)Penobscot Nation  Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine Special Thanks/Woliwon: Producer: Gavin AllenPodcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Downs

Happy Holidays to All! It's hard to believe that the Aunties weren't planning on recording this tradition, but the mics were already set up for something else and they needed a pick me up STAT. We have a website! Sign up to find out what's happening next with the Aunties at ADDTOCART.WORLD.To add to cart any of the products, see below.Su's Gifts To Ku: Ku had to look this up before opening the John Derian Sticker Book II and The John Derian Wrapping Paper & Gift Tags BookSeaVees Womens Marin Mule is a perfect Deep Autumn's door shoe! Ku's Gifts To Su: A beautiful apron for Wendywelovejam 4 pack gift box – eat the jam, reuse the jar! PICK A COLOR by Souvankham Thammavongsa is a book about Susans, perfect for Susan Park Judy Doll 3D Curling Eyelash Iron Mascara and Judy Doll Mascara Remover Sarah Creal Eyes Up Creamy Kajal LongwearSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

YOUR AUNTIES COULD NEVER CHRISTMAS SPECIALThis week your favourite Aunties Ak, Farrah and Nana are joined by Temi Alchemy and VP from the 90s Baby Podcast for the final show of the year.It is the Christmas episode and the Aunties are closing out 2025 by revisiting the biggest Enemies of Progress and handing out a final round of Aunty Ventions.

In this episode, the Agony Aunties respond to a deeply moving question from a widowed father facing his first Christmas after the death of his wife. Six months into grief, he is trying to support three adult children while barely holding himself together, worried he's failing them and watching one daughter take on too much responsibility as the family adjusts to an unfillable absence. With compassion and clarity, Sophie and Emily explore why trying to replace the person who has died can leave everyone exhausted, how grief reshapes family roles, and why acknowledging the presence of absence can be more healing than trying to make things “normal.” They offer gentle, practical guidance on talking openly about grief, supporting adult children who are grieving in different ways, approaching Christmas with flexibility, creating or changing rituals, and drawing in support rather than doing it all alone 0 reminding us that grief isn't something to solve, but something to be carried together. Resources: Grief Works App: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/grief-works-self-care-love/id1558867513 Cruse: https://www.cruse.org.uk/ Child Bereavement UK: https://www.childbereavementuk.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Agony Aunties episode of Therapy Works, Julia, Emily and Sophie respond to a deeply moving letter from a listener questioning whether her long, emotionally disconnected marriage can be saved. They explore the complex layers of love, duty, financial dependence, neurodivergence, resentment, and midlife awakening - offering thoughtful reflections on grief, desire, the cost of staying, and the cost of leaving. With compassion and clarity, they discuss how therapy, imagining possible futures, practical planning, and understanding neurodivergent dynamics can help illuminate a way forward. They also share book and podcast recommendations, discuss the emotional impact on both partners, and remind listeners that meaningful change - whatever form it takes - doesn't have to be rushed. Links & Resources Mentioned • Email your questions: jsamuelpod@gmail.com • DM Julia on Instagram: @juliasamuelmbe • The Honesty Box by Lucy Brazier • Therapy Works episode with Lucy Brazier • The Four Minds by Miranda July (book referenced in the discussion) is called All Fours: https://mirandajuly.com/all-fours/ • Esther Perel x Miranda July conversation (podcast interview) • Unhitched: The Essential Divorce Guide for Women by Oona Metz (guest mentioned as upcoming interview) If you need help finding a therapist, visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Samuel Therapy Practice⁠⁠⁠ This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/therapyworks and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Aunties play a fun (and slightly messy

Aunties on Air: We've Been Keeping a Storytelling Secret... The Road to RadioOn this episode of Aunties on Air, Auntie Lisa and Auntie Nancy share their thrilling journey into the world of live radio. You'll hear their stories about the adrenaline rush of being on air and how stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to some truly incredible growth. Enjoy a selection of songs by Allen Sockabasin as they discuss his impact and artistry on The Weavers, our Aunties' new show on WMPG! This episode promises to be a delightful blend of storytelling and music that you won't want to miss. Make sure to also tune in to WMPG on the first Tuesday of every month for more conversations as well as musical treasures! Wabanaki Words Used:Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc Topics Discussed:The Weavers Radio Show - https://www.wmpg.org/show/tue1130/?srsltid=AfmBOoondwZtGA7QZnhbB5fwyEAO1pg3KFGcGVvuWf-UPv4OSKCTS-p4WMPG - https://www.wmpg.org/Allen Sockabasin - https://goodminds.com/collections/allen-sockabasin-collection?srsltid=AfmBOorKdYQ-OWxnEfeOYRBh6FyTDyCuPYRTEI3Qm57PiPS5UuLysKYLPassamaquoddy language - https://pmportal.org/ Wabanaki Tribal Nations:Houlton Band of Maliseet  Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net)Mi'kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov)Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township  Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati MotahkomikukPassamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik  Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com)Penobscot Nation  Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine Special Thanks/Woliwon: Producer: Gavin AllenPodcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders

This week, we're sharing unpopular Desi opinions that might stir the family group chat… from Indian food myths to wedding expectations, parents, and mental health.So settle in, get cozy, and grab your chai.

It is the time of year, where both aunties get high on their own supply, where they both re-animate and re-hydrate for Christmas! There are less than 20 days left of #treetime, #villagetime and #christmasmusictime. So get out your John Derian mushrooms, fire up the twinkle lights and let's get carting!We have a website! Sign up to find out what's happening next with the Aunties at ADDTOCART.WORLD.To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below.Ku's ListPick a Color by Souvankham ThammavongsaFUN EMBROIDERED LANDSCAPED SWEATERS from Yitai Jewelry like this or this Eme gifts: dress up, hair accessory, farts, snoopy light Su's ListAunu beautyAbby Arad picksSilk scarf, bucket hat, mugsApron, shoes, cord coverNew Christmas Village Lemax pieceSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this Agony Aunties episode, Emily, Sophie and Julia respond to a powerful letter from a listener in her fifties who is still grieving the sudden loss of her mother during COVID, while also supporting a teenage daughter who adored her grandmother and coping with a painful fallout with her sister. Together, they explore how trauma can fracture families, why unresolved love has nowhere to go, and how small, gentle rituals can help create meaning when goodbyes were denied. They offer compassionate guidance on rebuilding connection, supporting a grieving teen, and finding personal stability amidst multiple layers of loss - reminding us that healing often begins with tiny steps, openness, and shared humanity. More from Therapy Works: Subscribe to the Therapy Works Substack for guidance on everyday struggles and access to Julia's monthly live webinar: ⁠⁠⁠https://juliasamuel.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠ Follow Julia on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@juliasamuelmbe⁠⁠⁠ for tips, tools, and conversations about navigating life's challenges. If you enjoy this episode, please consider rating, reviewing, and subscribing - it makes a big difference and helps others discover these conversations. If you need help finding a therapist, visit: ⁠⁠⁠The Samuel Therapy Practice⁠⁠ This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/therapyworks and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your Favorite Aunties dive deep into the real emotions that come with the holiday season from joy and excitement to grief, loneliness, and seasonal depression. We're holding space for those navigating their first holiday without someone they love, big life transitions, or just trying to push through mentally.We discuss:• The truth about seasonal depression during the holidays• How to embrace joy even when you're grieving• Faith, therapy & medication and removing the shame• Managing expectations and protecting your peace• How to show up for people who are strugglingWhether this time of year fills your heart or feels heavy you belong here. ❤️ ✨ Want Auntie Merch?Shop now: YFAShop.com

Su is scavenging her way through Italy and trying to enjoy the view from time to time. But does she know what's in those bags? Can she get out of her hotel before noon? Does she see world class art? If you've been here for a while, you know the answers to these questions. Meanwhile, Ku is backing up that Holiday truck and the halls are decked! And if you're not already enjoying #treetime by this episode, you're already too late. We have a website! Sign up to find out what's happening next with the Aunties at ADDTOCART.WORLD.To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below.World's oldest pharmacySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week's Agony Aunties episode, Julia, Sophie and Emily answer a painfully relatable listener question about being unable to stop checking an ex's Instagram — even from a secret second account. They explore why scrolling an ex feels so addictive (spoiler: it's part heartbreak, part habit, part magical thinking), how it keeps us stuck in the past, and the practical behavioural tools that genuinely help break the cycle. From deleting apps temporarily, to “just for today” thinking, to catching the urge and offering yourself compassion before acting, they unpack why this pattern is so common — and how to gently free yourself from it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode of Your Favorite Aunties Podcast, TT Sham and TT Nia are diving into gratitude, growth, and getting through the holidays. With Thanksgiving tomorrow, the Aunties get real about what they're thankful for this season relationships, lessons, blessings, and the quiet ways God shows up.But we're also keeping it honest: the holidays aren't joyful for everyone. We talk openly about seasonal depression, loneliness, emotional overwhelm, and how to protect your peace when life is life-ing. From faith to boundaries to giving yourself grace, the Aunties share real tools for navigating the holiday season, staying grounded, and finding joy even in hard moments.If you've been feeling grateful and a little heavy at the same time, this episode is for you. Grab your plate early, tap in, and let the Aunties walk you into Thanksgiving with love, laughter, and perspective.✨ Want Auntie Merch?Shop now: YFAShop.com

We talk about an unexpected trip on this week's Toppings! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Forgiveness is one of the hardest parts of healing and one of the most necessary. In this week's episode of Your Favorite Aunties Podcast, TT Sham and TT Nia get real about what forgiveness actually looks like in real life. From forgiving people who hurt you, to owning the moments when we needed forgiveness, the Aunties break down the emotional, spiritual, and practical sides of letting go.We talk about✨ What forgiveness is (and what it isn't)✨ How to forgive someone when the apology never comes✨ The difference between reconciliation and release✨ The role of self-accountability and grace✨ Why forgiveness is a choice, a process, and sometimes… a struggle✨ Our own stories the ones we've never shared beforeIf you've been holding on to anger, navigating a broken relationship, or just trying to free your heart again, this episode will remind you that forgiveness doesn't make you weak it makes you whole.Come heal, laugh, learn, and get free with the Aunties. Tap in and join the conversation.

Inner Peace vs Retail Rage - How do shops design our experience to remove our decisions and make us to FOMO into all sorts of weird situations? This episode peels back the slick banners and countdown timers to show the tiny psychological tricks that turn shoppers into hunters. Scarcity, anchoring, and anticipation aren't marketing buzzwords — they're brain hacks. Retailers riff off ancient instincts: spot a rare fruit, grab it. Online, those instincts run on caffeine and fast clicks. The result? We chase status, reassurance, and an imagined better life via objects. Three actionable takeaways: Pause 24 hours before you buy to let impulse die. Flag “true needs” vs “story purchases” in a list. Reframe purchases as stories you'll tell later. SPONSORS

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This week, the Aunties are getting real about guilt, shame, and conviction and what it truly means to be set free. From personal stories to honest reflections, they unpack the difference between guilt, shame, condemnation, and conviction, and how God's love gently corrects without condemning.Whether you've ever felt stuck in regret or struggled to forgive yourself, this episode is your reminder that you're not defined by your mistakes you're refined by grace. Tap in for a healing conversation on letting go, walking in freedom, and trusting God to do the convicting, not the condemning.✨ Want Auntie Merch?Shop now: YFAShop.com

We're back. What that means is up to you. But let this be a lesson to all of us, just cherish the moments, the present, because it can all just go away in an instant. That's not a threat, that's the only thing we can promise! Also, we're dishing out hot crushes for the Aunties. Who knew at this stage in life, things could still be juicy?!We have a website! Sign up to find out what's happening next with the Aunties at ADDTOCART.WORLD.To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below.Ku's list:MoisturizerMascaraSu's list:Lip glossCleansing balm@aestura_us@judydoll_official @violette_fr@goodlight.world@seoulcialiteSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.