Podcasts about let's make art

In March of 1989, Mark Kilroy was headed to South Padre Island for what was supposed to be one of his last Spring Break experiences. What started out as a good time with great friends, quickly turned into a horrifying occult encounter when Mark was targeted by a cult after crossing the border into Mexico. Meg tells you about Mark's disappearance, the cult responsible, and the man at the head of cult; Los Narcosatanicos. Want to advertise on a podcast like ours? Head to: https://zen.ai/gruesome Thank you Better Help for sponsoring this episode! Head to betterhelp.com/GRUESOME for 10% off your first month. Thank you Magic Spoon for sponsoring this episode! Don't take our word for it, try it yourself. Head to http://magicspoon.com/gruesome and use promo code GRUESOME for $5 off. Thank you Let's Make Art for sponsoring this episode! Head to zen.ai/gruesomeart for 20% off your first order!

It's been 50 years since Jeannette DePalma was believed to have runaway. When when her body was discovered on the top of a 40 foot steep hill, theories began to run wild. Coni takes you through this puzzling case that has more theories than evidence. Thank you Let's Make Art for sponsoring this episode! Head to zen.ai/gruesomeart for 20% off your first order! Thank you Magic Spoon for sponsoring this episode! Don't take our word for it, try it yourself. Head to http://magicspoon.com/gruesome and use promo code GRUESOME for $5 off. Want to advertise on a podcast like ours? Head to: https://zen.ai/gruesome Visit https://zen.ai/gruesome2 today to learn more about locum tenens and see if it's right for you.

Lauren McCluskey was a senior at the University of Utah when she began dating a man who exhibited abusive behavior almost immediately. After learning the truth about his criminal past, Lauren left him and made many efforts to seek help from campus and local police. Despite these efforts, Lauren became a statistic. Meg talks about Lauren's heartbreaking story and how young women between the ages of 16 and 24 experience the highest rate of violence at the hands of an intimate partner. Thank you Let's Make Art for sponsoring this episode! Head to zen.ai/gruesomeart for 20% off your first order! Thank you Magic Spoon for sponsoring this episode! Don't take our word for it, try it yourself. Head to http://magicspoon.com/gruesome and use promo code GRUESOME for $5 off. Want to advertise on a podcast like ours? Head to: https://zen.ai/gruesome Visit https://zen.ai/gruesome2 today to learn more about locum tenens and see if it's right for you.

The story of Daniel LaPlante reads like an urban legend. Coni takes you through this week's episode because whatever you've heard -- he's actually much, much worse. Thank you Let's Make Art for sponsoring this episode! Head to zen.ai/gruesomeart for 20% off your first order! Thank you Magic Spoon for sponsoring this episode! Don't take our word for it, try it yourself. Head to http://magicspoon.com/gruesome and use promo code GRUESOME for $5 off. Want to advertise on a podcast like ours? Head to: https://zen.ai/gruesome Visit https://zen.ai/gruesome2 today to learn more about locum tenens and see if it's right for you.

On May 4th, 1982, a panicked 13 year old scrambled into his Australian home. Terry Ryan told his mother a horrific account that no parent should ever hear. Two people had forced Terry to sexually assault and torture his best friend, Peter and then those same two people had thrown Peter into a shallow grave and buried him alive. Meg recalls the horrific torture and murder of Peter Aston and how the criminals responsible for this horrific crime were swiftly captured. Thank you Let's Make Art for sponsoring this episode! Head to zen.ai/gruesomeart for 20% off your first order! Thank you Magic Spoon for sponsoring this episode! Don't take our word for it, try it yourself. Head to http://magicspoon.com/gruesome and use promo code GRUESOME for $5 off. Want to advertise on a podcast like ours? Head to: https://zen.ai/gruesome Visit https://zen.ai/gruesome2 today to learn more about locum tenens and see if it's right for you.

Today, the sister's have Monica Da Maren on from the Proctor Gallagher Institute. Such a powerful conversation surrounding the paradigms/limiting beliefs that we all have about ourselves, our self image and how Monica went from being a hairstylist to becoming an PGI Coach! Check Monica out on IG! This episode is brought to you by Let's Make Art. Let's make art simple - together! Check out Let's Make Art today by going to our link, zen.ai/girlisleptinmymakeup to get 20% off, activated at checkout!   

This week's episode is a little different. Bill and Dorothy lived in a house of horrors for 10 years. The torment started out of the blue, and nothing the couple did seemed to stop it. Coni takes you through the bizarre stalking case of Bill and Dorothy Wacker and theories about who or what was behind it. Use our special link https://zen.ai/gruesomeart to save 20% off your first order at Let's Make Art. Coupon is activated at checkout! Want to advertise on a podcast like ours? Head to: https://zen.ai/gruesome Gruesome: Horrific True Crime is a Zencastr sponsored podcast. If your resolution is starting a podcast, now is the time! With Zencastr's easy to you platform you will be releasing episodes in no time. Head to https://zen.ai/gruesomehorrifictruecrime for 30% off your first 3 months.

Adults posing as children or teenagers is a common theme that we've seen in movies, but when it happens in reality, the result is so much more disturbing that we could ever imagine. Meg tells the case of Barbora Skrlova and talks about the twists and turns that inspired the horror movie, Orphan. Use our special link https://zen.ai/gruesomeart to save 20% off your first order at Let's Make Art. Coupon is activated at checkout! Want to advertise on a podcast like ours? Head to: https://zen.ai/gruesome Gruesome: Horrific True Crime is a Zencastr sponsored podcast. If your resolution is starting a podcast, now is the time! With Zencastr's easy to you platform you will be releasing episodes in no time. Head to https://zen.ai/gruesomehorrifictruecrime for 30% off your first 3 months.

Join the sister's today for a sister chat about all the things, you won't wan to miss it! This episode is brought to you by Let's Make Art. Let's make art simple - together! Check out Let's Make Art today by going to our special link, zen.ai/girlisleptinmymakeup. That's zen.ai/girlisleptinmymakeup to get 20% off. Coupon code is activated at checkout!

In this episode, we talk with Rich Gibson, past president of the National Capital Dahlia Society, all about dahlias. The plant profile is on the Weigela and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events. BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support. Show Notes will be posted here on 5-17-22. National Dahlia Show: http://2022-national-dahlia-show.org/ Please review our podcast at Podchaser.com for #Reviews4Good at: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/gardendc-1137444 for each review posted Podchaser will donate 25-cents to World Central Kitchen + we'll match those donations! To access the Let's Make Art 20% Discount Offer, Use Code: zen.ai/gardendc If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to: ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 54: Flower Farming with Lisa Mason Ziegler https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-54-flower.html ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 19: Floral Design, Gardening by the Rules, and Black-eyed Susans https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-19-floral.html Recorded on 5-13-2022. And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite platform so other gardeners can find us too! Episode Credits: Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support

Welcome to the two hundred and fifth episode of the Heart + Hustle Podcast! Today's episode is sponsored by Let's Make Art! Visit zen.ai/hearthustlepod for 20% off your entire order today. 0:00 - 22:10 - We're sharing three summer bucket list items. 22:10 - 1:27:55 - Today we are talking to Bobby of Retro Recipes Kitchen. Bobby shares how he's honed in his craft, we talk about the simplification of the influencer, and Bobby shares how he takes prioritizes mental and physical well-being. You can find Bobby at retrorecipeskitchen.com or on Instagram at instagram.com/thisfellow. For show notes and a list of everything we talked about, visit www.heartandhustlepodcast.com.

In this episode, we talk with Blythe Yost, Co-Founder & CEO of Tilly, about weeding and mulching tips. The plant profile is on the Dwarf Crested Iris and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events. BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support. Show Notes are posted to: https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-103-mulching.html. Please review our podcast at Podchaser.com for #Reviews4Good at: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/gardendc-1137444 for each review posted Podchaser will donate 25-cents to World Central Kitchen + we'll match those donations! To access the Let's Make Art 20% Discount Offer, Use Code: zen.ai/gardendc If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to: ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 89: Working with a Landscape Designer https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-89-working.html And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite platform so other gardeners can find us too! Episode Credits: Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz Editing and Show Notes: Dorvall Bedford --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support

This week we break all the rules! And look at games in which it's a good thing to not follow the rules, either because they play better or because the rules are not that interesting.  *** Sponsor This Week: Let's Make Art! Let's make art simple- together! Check out Let's Make Art today by going to our special link, zen.ai/boardgamersanonymous. That's zen.ai/boardgamersanonymous to get 20% off. Coupon code is activated at checkout! *** First up, though, is our question of the week! What games do you play without certain rules or scoring? Acquisition Disorders: Oranienburger Kanal, Anunnaki: Dawn of the Gods At the Table: Ham's Sandwich Shop, Sleeping Gods (complete) If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

In this episode, we talk with Carrie Engel, Retail Greenhouse Manager at Valley View Farms in Cockeysville, MD, all about annual flower combinations. The plant profile is on the Summer Snowflake and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events. Show Notes will be posted here on May 3. >>> Meet Carrie and Kathy in person on Sunday, June 5, 2022, 2-3pm at Valley View Farms in Cockeysville/Hunt Valley (Baltimore), MD, for a "Q&A Book Party". Free to attend. More details: http://www.valleyviewfarms.com/ Please review our podcast at Podchaser.com for #Reviews4Good at: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/gardendc-1137444 for each review posted Podchaser will donate 25-cents to World Central Kitchen + we'll match those donations! To access the Let's Make Art 20% Discount Offer, Use Code: zen.ai/gardendc If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to: ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 65: Annuals A to Z https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-65-annuals-to-z.html ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 55: Container Gardening Basics https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-55-container.html ~ Next Level Container Gardens https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-56-next-level.html We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode. And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite platform so other gardeners can find us too! Episode Credits: Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz Editing and Show Notes: Dorvall Bedford --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support

This week we look at the game companies we're most excited about that are doing great things in the hobby right now. It's our top 10 hottest game companies.  *** Sponsor This Week: Let's Make Art! Let's make art simple- together! Check out Let's Make Art today by going to our special link, zen.ai/boardgamersanonymous. That's zen.ai/boardgamersanonymous to get 20% off. Coupon code is activated at checkout! *** First up, though, is our question of the week! What's an old game you'd like to see rethemed and brought back (something not in print right now)? Acquisition Disorders: Autobahn, Littlebox Journeys, Sleeping Gods: Distant Skies At the Table: Endangered, RWBY: Combat Ready If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

Show our sponsore some love and get 20% off at Let's Make Art! Click here to check them out. One of our favorite things to talk about with our friends and other fellow moms is the products and systems that make our lives easier! Today's episode is all about the essential products and organizational must-haves that simplify our homes and make mom-life easier. Bonnie's kitchen product blog post Bonnie command center Yoto player Cheap alarm clock Oxo spatula Audrey's Stihl vacuum Dryer balls Lava lamp Air purifier Beddy's bedding (get $50 off!)

Lan is all for having fun, being spontaneous and living life, but eventually, she has to roll things back in and fall into the routines that make her feel her best. In today's episode, she shares her best tips on how to get back into a routine that energizes and makes her feel good. Everything from getting back on track, eating well, sleeping enough, moving your body, meal prepping, and planning your workout routine! Enjoy xxThis episode is brought to you by Let's Make Art. Get 20% off your first purchase at www.zen.ai/morningraeThis episode is brought to you by Aveeno Canada. Find their new Daily Moisturizing for Face Line at food, drug, and mass merchandisers nationwide! Shop my Revolve favourites here: https://rvlv.me/XT3KTnSTAY UP TO DATE:@allanablumberg (IG)@morningraepodcast (IG)@allanablumberg (TikTok)Allana Blumberg (YouTube)For all business inquiries, email: lanibfit@gmail.comProduced by GreenFresh Media

In this episode, we talk with Paul Tukey, Director of Environmental Stewardship at Glenstone Museum in Potomac, MD The plant profile is on Epimedium and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events. Links mentioned in this episode: Shared Roots encourages District residents to grow food by connecting them to new food-growing opportunities while caring for and building community in the garden: https://osse.dc.gov/page/shared-roots-site-application-now-open Climate Victory Gardens (Montgomery County, MD) https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/climate-victory-gardens-in-montgomery-county-a-community-symposium/ Please review our podcast at Podchaser.com for #Reviews4Good at: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/gardendc-1137444 for each review posted Podchaser will donate 25-cents to World Central Kitchen + we'll match those donations! To access the Let's Make Art 20% Discount Offer, Use Code: zen.ai/gardendc If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to: ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 22: Fruit Trees, Crape Myrtle, and Low-Maintenance Lawn Alternatives https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-22-fruit-trees.html ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 23: Summer Cocktails, a Defense of the Lawn, and Tips for Growing Cucumbers https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-23-summer.html Be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite platform so other gardeners can find us too! Episode Credits: Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz Editing and Show Notes: Dorvall Bedford --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support

When it comes to life's difficulties, artists are expected to be in their element (“starving artist” trope, anyone?) But how do artists actually find the motivation, inspiration, and opportunity to create in the face of hardship?   This week, Phoebe is joined by Fernanda Martínez, an Oakland-based artist and founder of La Tinta Art, who reflects on the ways the COVID-19 pandemic shaped and shifted her journey as a muralist and fine artist. Tune in to hear Fernanda's story: Learn why she chose to work under a brand name; how she has found licensing opportunities with big retailers like Anthropologie; how the pandemic brought both blessings and burdens to her business; and how, through it all, she's found beauty and inspiration in her world. Noteworthy quotes: [37:44] You can't create every day, and that's okay. [40:07] There will be obstacles—always—even when you feel like you're doing great. Be open to learning from them.  SHOW NOTES RSVP to our upcoming spring craft fairs in Oakland, CA and Salem, MA. Shop our latest Girl Gang Craft Apparel items Check out Let's Make Art today

Social media can be a great platform to connect with your customers and promote your business. But it can also be difficult to know what content to share, especially if you're not used to posting videos. In this episode, I talk about some ideas for content that small business owners like you can share on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, whether it's photos, videos, or just ideas for posts. I also discuss how you can follow trends, but also share some content ideas that are more suited for businesses that aren't as outgoing or don't feel comfortable creating those types of videos. So if you're feeling stuck on what to post, or just need some inspiration, this episode is for you!This episode is sponsored by Let's Make Art. Whether you're learning a craft or taking up a new hobby, Let's Make Art has you covered from a monthly subscription to project kits and everything in between. Go to zen.ai/thedetaileddiarypod0, and you'll receive 20% off your first order!DETAILED DIARY SHOW NOTESDETAILED DIARY FB COMMUNITYDETAILED DIARY INSTAGRAM

This week we take a look at two hot games that had Kickstarters alongside each other back in 2020. Which game plays best and do we regret our backing decisions. It's Ankh vs. Kemet.  *** Sponsor This Week: Let's Make Art! Let's make art simple- together! Check out Let's Make Art today by going to our special link, zen.ai/boardgamersanonymous. That's zen.ai/boardgamersanonymous to get 20% off. Coupon code is activated at checkout! *** First up, though, is our question of the week! What board games do the best job of teaching you the rules (via rulebook, in game actions, or other)? Acquisition Disorders: Skymines, DC Deck Building Game: 10th Anniversary Edition At the Table: Free Ride, Sleeping Gods If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

Our relationship with ourselves is ever-changing. How we speak to and about yourselves, see ourselves, and feel in our own skin is so important. In this episode, Lan gets personal about her current relationship with herself and how she deals with comparison, the judgment of herself in photos, and coping with her insecurities. She even goes into how her relationship with food has grown and changed over the years as well as her relationship with fitness. Lan is on her journey of self-acceptance and self-love. Enjoy!! xx This episode is brought to you by Let's Make Art. Get 20% off your first purchase by clicking HERE This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens. To get 1 FREE year supply of vitamin D and 5 FREE travel packs click HERE This episode is brought to you by Aveeno Canada. Find their new Daily Moisturizing for Face Line at food, drug, and mass merchandisers nationwide! Shop my Revolve favourites here: https://rvlv.me/XT3KTn STAY UP TO DATE: @allanablumberg (IG) @morningraepodcast (IG) @allanablumberg (TikTok) Allana Blumberg (YouTube) For all business inquiries, email: lanibfit@gmail.com Produced by GreenFresh Media. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/morningrae/support

The most sustainable bra is one that fits you well, makes you feel your best, and gets a lot of wear and proper care. Sam Conover of Broad Lingerie,Toronto's D+ bra and swimwear shop. is here to help us on our own personal quest for the most sustainable bra, with stops along the way to discuss Rock of Love, corporate greed, and beige lingerie.Find Broad Lingerie on IG as @broadlingerie and on Twitter.Find this episode's transcript (and so much more) at clotheshorsepodcast.comStill not enough? Listen to Amanda on Conscious Style!Let's make art simple- together! Check out Let's Make Art today by going to my special link, zen.ai/clotheshorse to get 20% off. Coupon code is activated at checkout!If you're a maker who has been thinking about starting your own business using upcycled materials and you would like to turn it into a full time job that actually pays your bills, then check out the Rags to Riches Virtual Textile Upcycling Summit on April 20-22nd!Want to support Amanda's work on Clotheshorse? Learn more at patreon.com/clotheshorsepodcastClotheshorse is brought to you with support from the following sustainable brands:Gentle Vibes:  We are purveyors of polyester and psychedelic relics! We encourage experimentation and play not only in your wardrobe, but in your home, too. We have thousands of killer vintage pieces ready for their next adventure! Picnicwear:  a slow fashion brand, ethically made by hand from vintage and deadstock materials - most notably, vintage towels! Founder, Dani, has worked in the industry as a fashion designer for over 10 years, but started Picnicwear in response to her dissatisfaction with the industry's shortcomings. Picnicwear recently moved to rural North Carolina where all their clothing and accessories are now designed and cut, but the majority of their sewing is done by skilled garment workers in NYC. Their customers take comfort in knowing that all their sewists are paid well above NYC minimum wage. Picnicwear offers minimal waste and maximum authenticity: Future Vintage over future garbage.Shift Clothing, out of beautiful Astoria, Oregon, with a focus on natural fibers, simple hardworking designs, and putting fat people first.  Discover more at shiftwheeler.comBlank Cass, or Blanket Coats by Cass, is focused on restoring, renewing, and reviving the history held within vintage and heirloom textiles. By embodying and transferring the love, craft, and energy that is original to each vintage textile into a new garment, I hope we can reteach ourselves to care for and mend what we have and make it last. Blank Cass lives on Instagram @blank_cass and a website will be launched soon at blankcass.com.Caren Kinne Studio:  Located in Western Massachusetts, Caren specializes in handcrafted earrings from found, upcycled, and repurposed fabrics as well as other eco-friendly curios,  all with  a hint of nostalgia, a dollop of whimsy, a dash of color and 100% fun.  Caren is an artist/designer who believes the materials we use matter. See more on Instagram @carenkinnestudioSt. Evens is an NYC-based vintage shop that is dedicated to bringing you those special pieces you'll reach for again and again. More than just a store, St. Evens is dedicated to sharing the stories and history behind the garments. 10% of all sales are donated to a different charitable organization each month. For the month of April, St. Evens is supporting United Farm Worker's Foundation. New vintage is released every Thursday at wearStEvens.com, with previews of new pieces and more brought to you on Instagram at @wear_st.evens.Located in Whistler, Canada, Velvet Underground is a "velvet jungle" full of vintage and second-hand clothes, plants, a vegan cafe and lots of rad products from other small sustainable businesses. Our mission is to create a brand and community dedicated to promoting self-expression, as well as educating and inspiring a more sustainable and conscious lifestyle both for the people and the planet.Find us on Instagram @shop_velvetunderground or online at www.shopvelvetunderground.comCute Little Ruin is an online shop dedicated to providing quality vintage and secondhand clothing, vinyl, and home items in a wide range of styles and price points.  If it's ethical and legal, we try to find a new home for it!  Vintage style with progressive values.  Find us on Instagram at @CuteLittleRuin.Thumbprint is Detroit's only fair trade marketplace, located in the historic Eastern Market.  Our small business specializes in products handmade by empowered women in South Africa making a living wage creating things they love like hand painted candles and ceramics! We also carry a curated assortment of  sustainable/natural locally made goods. Thumbprint is a great gift destination for both the special people in your life and for yourself! Browse our online store at thumbprintdetroit.com and find us on instagram @thumbprintdetroit.Country Feedback is a mom & pop record shop in Tarboro, North Carolina. They specialize in used rock, country, and soul and offer affordable vintage clothing and housewares. Do you have used records you want to sell? Country Feedback wants to buy them! Find us on Instagram @countryfeedbackvintageandvinyl or head downeast and visit our brick and mortar. All are welcome at this inclusive and family-friendly record shop in the country!Selina Sanders, a social impact brand that specializes in up-cycled clothing, using only reclaimed, vintage or thrifted materials: from tea towels, linens, blankets and quilts.  Sustainably crafted in Los Angeles, each piece is designed to last in one's closet for generations to come.  Maximum Style; Minimal Carbon FootprintSalt Hats:  purveyors of truly sustainable hats. Hand blocked, sewn and embellished in Detroit, Michigan.Republica Unicornia Yarns: Hand-Dyed Yarn and notions for the color-obsessed. Made with love and some swearing in fabulous Atlanta, Georgia by Head Yarn Wench Kathleen. Get ready for rainbows with a side of Giving A Damn! Republica Unicornia is all about making your own magic using small-batch, responsibly sourced, hand-dyed yarns and thoughtfully made notions. Slow fashion all the way down and discover the joy of creating your very own beautiful hand knit, crocheted, or woven pieces. Find us on Instagram @republica_unicornia_yarns and at www.republicaunicornia.com.

In this very special episode, we share a profile host Kathy Jentz then we look back at the last 100 episodes, talk about how the podcast started, and share some of the behind-the-scenes production secrets. The plant profile is on Species Tulips and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events. Show Notes will be posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/ on 4/19/22. Join the Garden Podcasts Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gardenpodcasts Please review our podcast at Podchaser.com for #Reviews4Good at: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/gardendc-1137444 for each review posted Podchaser will donate 25-cents to World Central Kitchen + we'll match those donations! And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite platform so other gardeners can find us too! To access the Let's Make Art 20% Discount Offer, Use Code: zen.ai/gardendc If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to: ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 1: Debut with Marianne Willburn https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/03/gardendc-podcast-debut.html ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 93: Pruning Tips with Leslie Harris https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-93-pruning-tips.html ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 92: Universal Gardening Truths with Carol J. Michel https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-92-universal.html Episode Credits: Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz Editing and Show Notes: Dorvall Bedford --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support

In this episode, we discuss call-out culture on social media and whether it's effective in holding people accountable for their words and actions. We also tackle Black leaders, elitism among Black academics, tussling with Gen Z, and how to hold space for young people who are still learning. SPONSOR: Let's Make Art Let's Make Art is a crafting company that aims to help everyone channel their inner artist–whether 3 or 63! Let's make art simple- together! Check out Let's Make Art today by going to our special link, zen.ai/hoodooplantmamas to get 20% off. Coupon code is activated at checkout! Resources Raquel Willis tweet "Fred Hampton - On The Importance of Education Prior to Action" YouTube video Tea with Queen and J Podcast BE A PATRON! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hoodooplantmamas SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter: @hoodooplants Instagram: @hoodooplantmamas EMAIL & SPONSOR INQUIRIES hoodooplantmamas@gmail.com DONATE Paypal: paypal.me/hoodooplantmamas Cashapp: cash.me/$hoodooplantmamas This podcast was created, hosted, and produced by Dani & Leah. Our music was created by Tasha, and our artwork was designed by Bianca.

I'm excited to welcome Carley Zuercher, an Etsy seller, and business coach, to the show. In this episode, Carley and I discuss the challenges of running a business, the importance of staying organized, and an introduction to how her new app Canapy, can help entrepreneurs save time and energy. If you're looking for ways to streamline your business and free up your time, then this episode is for you!SponsorThis episode is sponsored by Let's Make Art. Whether you're learning a craft or taking up a new hobby, Let's Make Art has you covered from a monthly subscription to project kits and everything in between. Go to zen.ai/thedetaileddiarypod0, you'll receive 20% off your first order!Follow CarleyCarley Zuercher's InstagramCarley Zuercher's PodcastCanapy AppDETAILED DIARY SHOW NOTESDETAILED DIARY FB COMMUNITYDETAILED DIARY INSTAGRAM

This week we take a look at the hottest games on BGG for the month of April. There are a bunch of hot new games (some well respected gems), and more than a couple oddballs to dig through this month.  *** Sponsor This Week: Let's Make Art! Let's make art simple- together! Check out Let's Make Art today by going to our special link, zen.ai/boardgamersanonymous. That's zen.ai/boardgamersanonymous to get 20% off. Coupon code is activated at checkout! *** First up, though, is our question of the week! What is the most number of plays a game took before it clicked and you started enjoying it? Acquisition Disorders: Castles of Burgundy: Special Edition, Agricola 15 At the Table: Boonlake, Canvas Reflections: Deluxe Edition If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

Christina of Inchworm Crafts is here to explain all of the hard work that goes into creating and testing a pattern.  We'll talk about the classist undertones of the crafting community (especially when it comes to crochet), how activism is a relay race, and the need for more solidarity among crafters. Also: Amanda breaks down the "best" options when choosing fabrics.Find this episode's transcript (and so much more) at clotheshorsepodcast.com Still not enough? Listen to Amanda on Conscious Style!Let's make art simple- together! Check out Let's Make Art today by going to my special link,zen.ai/clotheshorse to get 20% off. Coupon code is activated at checkout!If you're a maker who has been thinking about starting your own business using upcycled materials and you would like to turn it into a full time job that actually pays your bills, then check out the Rags to Riches Virtual Textile Upcycling Summit on April 20-22nd!Clotheshorse is brought to you with support from the following sustainable brands:Blank Cass, or Blanket Coats by Cass, is focused on restoring, renewing, and reviving the history held within vintage and heirloom textiles. By embodying and transferring the love, craft, and energy that is original to each vintage textile into a new garment, I hope we can reteach ourselves to care for and mend what we have and make it last. Blank Cass lives on Instagram @blank_cass and a website will be launched soon at blankcass.com.Caren Kinne Studio:  Located in Western Massachusetts, Caren specializes in handcrafted earrings from found, upcycled, and repurposed fabrics as well as other eco-friendly curios,  all with  a hint of nostalgia, a dollop of whimsy, a dash of color and 100% fun.  Caren is an artist/designer who believes the materials we use matter. See more on Instagram @carenkinnestudioSt. Evens is an NYC-based vintage shop that is dedicated to bringing you those special pieces you'll reach for again and again. More than just a store, St. Evens is dedicated to sharing the stories and history behind the garments. 10% of all sales are donated to a different charitable organization each month. For the month of April, St. Evens is supporting United Farm Worker's Foundation. New vintage is released every Thursday at wearStEvens.com, with previews of new pieces and more brought to you on Instagram at @wear_st.evens.Located in Whistler, Canada, Velvet Underground is a "velvet jungle" full of vintage and second-hand clothes, plants, a vegan cafe and lots of rad products from other small sustainable businesses. Our mission is to create a brand and community dedicated to promoting self-expression, as well as educating and inspiring a more sustainable and conscious lifestyle both for the people and the planet.Find us on Instagram @shop_velvetunderground or online at www.shopvelvetunderground.comCute Little Ruin is an online shop dedicated to providing quality vintage and secondhand clothing, vinyl, and home items in a wide range of styles and price points.  If it's ethical and legal, we try to find a new home for it!  Vintage style with progressive values.  Find us on Instagram at @CuteLittleRuin.Thumbprint is Detroit's only fair trade marketplace, located in the historic Eastern Market.  Our small business specializes in products handmade by empowered women in South Africa making a living wage creating things they love like hand painted candles and ceramics! We also carry a curated assortment of  sustainable/natural locally made goods. Thumbprint is a great gift destination for both the special people in your life and for yourself! Browse our online store at thumbprintdetroit.com and find us on instagram @thumbprintdetroit.Country Feedback is a mom & pop record shop in Tarboro, North Carolina. They specialize in used rock, country, and soul and offer affordable vintage clothing and housewares. Do you have used records you want to sell? Country Feedback wants to buy them! Find us on Instagram @countryfeedbackvintageandvinyl or head downeast and visit our brick and mortar. All are welcome at this inclusive and family-friendly record shop in the country!Selina Sanders, a social impact brand that specializes in up-cycled clothing, using only reclaimed, vintage or thrifted materials: from tea towels, linens, blankets and quilts.  Sustainably crafted in Los Angeles, each piece is designed to last in one's closet for generations to come.  Maximum Style; Minimal Carbon FootprintSalt Hats:  purveyors of truly sustainable hats. Hand blocked, sewn and embellished in Detroit, Michigan.Republica Unicornia Yarns: Hand-Dyed Yarn and notions for the color-obsessed. Made with love and some swearing in fabulous Atlanta, Georgia by Head Yarn Wench Kathleen. Get ready for rainbows with a side of Giving A Damn! Republica Unicornia is all about making your own magic using small-batch, responsibly sourced, hand-dyed yarns and thoughtfully made notions. Slow fashion all the way down and discover the joy of creating your very own beautiful hand knit, crocheted, or woven pieces. Find us on Instagram @republica_unicornia_yarns and at www.republicaunicornia.com.Gentle Vibes:  We are purveyors of polyester and psychedelic relics! We encourage experimentation and play not only in your wardrobe, but in your home, too. We have thousands of killer vintage pieces ready for their next adventure! Picnicwear:  a slow fashion brand, ethically made by hand from vintage and deadstock materials - most notably, vintage towels! Founder, Dani, has worked in the industry as a fashion designer for over 10 years, but started Picnicwear in response to her dissatisfaction with the industry's shortcomings. Picnicwear recently moved to rural North Carolina where all their clothing and accessories are now designed and cut, but the majority of their sewing is done by skilled garment workers in NYC. Their customers take comfort in knowing that all their sewists are paid well above NYC minimum wage. Picnicwear offers minimal waste and maximum authenticity: Future Vintage over future garbage.Shift Clothing, out of beautiful Astoria, Oregon, with a focus on natural fibers, simple hardworking designs, and putting fat people first.  Discover more at shiftwheeler.comNo Flight Back Vintage:  bringing fun, new life to old things.  Always using recycled and secondhand materials to make dope ass shit for dope ass people.  See more on instagram @noflightbackvintageThe Pewter Thimble is a curated second hand shop, based out of Rome, Italy. Owner Desiree Marie Townley has a background in costuming and makeup for Dance and Opera, and focuses on dressing for the character you want to be in the world. Curated collections are dropped in a story sale and always have a specialized theme, like the color palette of Starry Night, the film classic Casablanca, and the children's novel The Secret Garden.  Desiree works with local artisans and pieces are rescued from markets and rehabilitated and resold with worldwide shipping. The Pewter Thimble is a collection of pieces that will have Eternal Style, from the Eternal City. Discover more on instagram @thepewterthimble.Late to the Party, creating one of a kind statement clothing from vintage, salvaged and thrifted textiles. They hope to tap into the dreamy memories we all hold: floral curtains, a childhood dress, the wallpaper in your best friend's rec room, all while creating modern sustainable garments that you'll love wearing and have for years to come. Late to the Party is passionate about celebrating and preserving textiles, the memories they hold, and the stories they have yet to tell. Check them out on Instagram!Vino Vintage, based just outside of LA.  We love the hunt of shopping secondhand because you never know what you might find! And catch us at flea markets around Southern California by following us on instagram @vino.vintage so you don't miss our next event! Gabriela Antonas is a visual Artist, an ethical trade fashion designer, but Gabriela Antonas is also a radical feminist micro-business.  She's the one woman band, trying to help you understand, why slow fashion is what the earth needs.  The one woman band, to help you build your brand ! She can take your fashion line from just a concept, and do your sketches, pattern making, grading, sourcing, cutting and sewing for you. Or the second option is  for those who aren't trying to start a business, and who just want ethical garments! Gabriela will create custom garments for you. Her goal is to help one person, of any size, at a time, including beyond size 40.   For inquiries about this serendipitous intersectional offering of either concept DM her on Instagram to book a consultation. Please follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Clubhouse at @gabrielaantonasDylan Paige is an online clothing and lifestyle brand based out of St. Louis, MO. Our products are chosen with intention for the conscious community. Everything we carry is animal friendly, ethically made, sustainably sourced, and cruelty free. Dylan Paige is for those who never stop questioning where something comes from. We know that personal experience dictates what's sustainable for you, and we are here to help guide and support you to make choices that fit your needs.  Check us out at dylanpaige.com and find us on instagram @dylanpaigelifeandstyle

In this episode, we talk Amy Highland, Mt. Cuba Center's director of collections and conservation lead, all about Trilliums. The plant profile is on Candytuft and I share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events. BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support. Show Notes will be posted on 4/12/2022. To access the Let's Make Art 20% Discount Offer, Use Code: zen.ai/gardendc If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to: ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 69: Garden Phlox https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-69-garden-phlox.html ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 98: Native Vines https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-98-native-vines.html ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 20: Native Plants, Diversity in the Garden, and Sunflowers https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-20-native.html ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 50: Deer-Resistant Native Plants https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-50-deer.html And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite platform so other gardeners can find us too! Episode Credits: Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz Editing and Show Notes: Dorvall Bedford --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support

Have you been thinking about taking your business full time? You've been working your business on the side, and you're finally ready to take it to the next level! But, how do you make the transition? And, what are some things you should think about before making the jump?In this episode, I break down the three steps you need to take to make the leap and set yourself up for success. We cover setting monetary goals, choosing an exact date to quit your job, and creating a backup plan. If you're thinking about taking your business from part-time to full-time, then this episode is a must-listen!This episode is sponsored by Let's Make Art. Whether you're learning a craft or taking up a new hobby, Let's Make Art has you covered from a monthly subscription to project kits and everything in between. Go to zen.ai/thedetaileddiarypod0, and you'll receive 20% off your first order!DETAILED DIARY SHOW NOTESDETAILED DIARY FB COMMUNITYDETAILED DIARY INSTAGRAM

Sema Martin is an aerospace engineer, artist, and author. She stopped by to hang with us to chat about her fascinating career journey, and it is very unique! Sema worked at NASA and eventually made a shift to follow her art passion and is now a full-time artist living in the French Riviera. Her story is incredible and inspiring. Check out Sema online: Website: artismycareer.com IG: @artismycareer Website: semamartin.com IG: @artistsemamartin ----------------------------------------------- Thanks to our sponsor! Let's Make Art: zen.ai/crafthangout for 20% off - coupon code activated at checkout!   -----------------------------------------------   Our snazzy theme song is by Scott Making Cents: https://m.soundcloud.com/scottmakingcents ———————————————————— www.crafthangout.com www.instagram.com/crafthangout https://www.facebook.com/crafthangout

It's time to come out of hibernation and feel your best self this spring and summer. Lan gets into how she is glowing up for spring and summer this year, and no, it has nothing to do with diet culture mentalities. Instead, she is choosing to focus on things that energize her and setting goals for the coming months. This episode is here to set you up for the warmer months mentally and physically. Enjoy!! xx Thank you Ritual for sponsoring today's episode! Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D + 5 travel packs here: athleticgreens.com/morningrae Thank you Let's Make Art for sponsoring today's episode. Get 20% off your first purchase here: zen.ai/morningrae Shop my Revolve favourites here: https://rvlv.me/XT3KTn STAY UP TO DATE: @allanablumberg (IG) @morningraepodcast (IG) @allanablumberg (TikTok) Allana Blumberg (YouTube) For all business inquiries, email: lanibfit@gmail.com Produced by GreenFresh Media. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/morningrae/support

In 2020, Julie had a thriving business selling fast fashion. But a mountain of plastic trash in her warehouse helped her realize that she wanted to do something most of the fashion industry deems unthinkable/impossible: she wanted to transform her business into a size inclusive, slow fashion brand. Also: support Etsy sellers' demand for better policies and accountability from the platform. Sign the petition here.Find and follow Julie here:@maryrose.boutique, @hope.continuesmaryrosenwboutique.comHoly cow, Amanda was interviewed by The Cut! Read it here!Ready to submit your audio essay? Send it to amanda@clotheshorse.world.Let's make art simple- together! Check out Let's Make Art today by going to my special link,zen.ai/clotheshorse to get 20% off. Coupon code is activated at checkout!If you're a maker who has been thinking about starting your own business using upcycled materials and you would like to turn it into a full time job that actually pays your bills, then check out the Rags to Riches Virtual Textile Upcycling Summit on April 20-22nd!Clotheshorse is brought to you with support from the following sustainable brands:Located in Whistler, Canada, Velvet Underground is a "velvet jungle" full of vintage and second-hand clothes, plants, a vegan cafe and lots of rad products from other small sustainable businesses. Our mission is to create a brand and community dedicated to promoting self-expression, as well as educating and inspiring a more sustainable and conscious lifestyle both for the people and the planet.Find us on Instagram @shop_velvetunderground or online at www.shopvelvetunderground.comCute Little Ruin is an online shop dedicated to providing quality vintage and secondhand clothing, vinyl, and home items in a wide range of styles and price points.  If it's ethical and legal, we try to find a new home for it!  Vintage style with progressive values.  Find us on Instagram at @CuteLittleRuin.Thumbprint is Detroit's only fair trade marketplace, located in the historic Eastern Market.  Our small business specializes in products handmade by empowered women in South Africa making a living wage creating things they love like hand painted candles and ceramics! We also carry a curated assortment of  sustainable/natural locally made goods. Thumbprint is a great gift destination for both the special people in your life and for yourself! Browse our online store at thumbprintdetroit.com and find us on instagram @thumbprintdetroit.Country Feedback is a mom & pop record shop in Tarboro, North Carolina. They specialize in used rock, country, and soul and offer affordable vintage clothing and housewares. Do you have used records you want to sell? Country Feedback wants to buy them! Find us on Instagram @countryfeedbackvintageandvinyl or head downeast and visit our brick and mortar. All are welcome at this inclusive and family-friendly record shop in the country!Selina Sanders, a social impact brand that specializes in up-cycled clothing, using only reclaimed, vintage or thrifted materials: from tea towels, linens, blankets and quilts.  Sustainably crafted in Los Angeles, each piece is designed to last in one's closet for generations to come.  Maximum Style; Minimal Carbon FootprintSalt Hats:  purveyors of truly sustainable hats. Hand blocked, sewn and embellished in Detroit, Michigan.Republica Unicornia Yarns: Hand-Dyed Yarn and notions for the color-obsessed. Made with love and some swearing in fabulous Atlanta, Georgia by Head Yarn Wench Kathleen. Get ready for rainbows with a side of Giving A Damn! Republica Unicornia is all about making your own magic using small-batch, responsibly sourced, hand-dyed yarns and thoughtfully made notions. Slow fashion all the way down and discover the joy of creating your very own beautiful hand knit, crocheted, or woven pieces. Find us on Instagram @republica_unicornia_yarns and at www.republicaunicornia.com.Gentle Vibes:  We are purveyors of polyester and psychedelic relics! We encourage experimentation and play not only in your wardrobe, but in your home, too. We have thousands of killer vintage pieces ready for their next adventure! Picnicwear:  a slow fashion brand, ethically made by hand from vintage and deadstock materials - most notably, vintage towels! Founder, Dani, has worked in the industry as a fashion designer for over 10 years, but started Picnicwear in response to her dissatisfaction with the industry's shortcomings. Picnicwear recently moved to rural North Carolina where all their clothing and accessories are now designed and cut, but the majority of their sewing is done by skilled garment workers in NYC. Their customers take comfort in knowing that all their sewists are paid well above NYC minimum wage. Picnicwear offers minimal waste and maximum authenticity: Future Vintage over future garbage.Shift Clothing, out of beautiful Astoria, Oregon, with a focus on natural fibers, simple hardworking designs, and putting fat people first.  Discover more at shiftwheeler.comNo Flight Back Vintage:  bringing fun, new life to old things.  Always using recycled and secondhand materials to make dope ass shit for dope ass people.  See more on instagram @noflightbackvintageThe Pewter Thimble is a curated second hand shop, based out of Rome, Italy. Owner Desiree Marie Townley has a background in costuming and makeup for Dance and Opera, and focuses on dressing for the character you want to be in the world. Curated collections are dropped in a story sale and always have a specialized theme, like the color palette of Starry Night, the film classic Casablanca, and the children's novel The Secret Garden.  Desiree works with local artisans and pieces are rescued from markets and rehabilitated and resold with worldwide shipping. The Pewter Thimble is a collection of pieces that will have Eternal Style, from the Eternal City. Discover more on instagram @thepewterthimble.Late to the Party, creating one of a kind statement clothing from vintage, salvaged and thrifted textiles. They hope to tap into the dreamy memories we all hold: floral curtains, a childhood dress, the wallpaper in your best friend's rec room, all while creating modern sustainable garments that you'll love wearing and have for years to come. Late to the Party is passionate about celebrating and preserving textiles, the memories they hold, and the stories they have yet to tell. Check them out on Instagram!Vino Vintage, based just outside of LA.  We love the hunt of shopping secondhand because you never know what you might find! And catch us at flea markets around Southern California by following us on instagram @vino.vintage so you don't miss our next event! Gabriela Antonas is a visual Artist, an ethical trade fashion designer, but Gabriela Antonas is also a radical feminist micro-business.  She's the one woman band, trying to help you understand, why slow fashion is what the earth needs.  The one woman band, to help you build your brand ! She can take your fashion line from just a concept, and do your sketches, pattern making, grading, sourcing, cutting and sewing for you. Or the second option is  for those who aren't trying to start a business, and who just want ethical garments! Gabriela will create custom garments for you. Her goal is to help one person, of any size, at a time, including beyond size 40.   For inquiries about this serendipitous intersectional offering of either concept DM her on Instagram to book a consultation. Please follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Clubhouse at @gabrielaantonasDylan Paige is an online clothing and lifestyle brand based out of St. Louis, MO. Our products are chosen with intention for the conscious community. Everything we carry is animal friendly, ethically made, sustainably sourced, and cruelty free. Dylan Paige is for those who never stop questioning where something comes from. We know that personal experience dictates what's sustainable for you, and we are here to help guide and support you to make choices that fit your needs.  Check us out at dylanpaige.com and find us on instagram @dylanpaigelifeandstyleBlank Cass, or Blanket Coats by Cass, is focused on restoring, renewing, and reviving the history held within vintage and heirloom textiles. By embodying and transferring the love, craft, and energy that is original to each vintage textile into a new garment, I hope we can reteach ourselves to care for and mend what we have and make it last. Blank Cass lives on Instagram @blank_cass and a website will be launched soon at blankcass.com.Caren Kinne Studio:  Located in Western Massachusetts, Caren specializes in handcrafted earrings from found, upcycled, and repurposed fabrics as well as other eco-friendly curios,  all with  a hint of nostalgia, a dollop of whimsy, a dash of color and 100% fun.  Caren is an artist/designer who believes the materials we use matter. See more on Instagram @carenkinnestudioSt. Evens is an NYC-based vintage shop that is dedicated to bringing you those special pieces you'll reach for again and again. More than just a store, St. Evens is dedicated to sharing the stories and history behind the garments. 10% of all sales are donated to a different charitable organization each month. For the month of April, St. Evens is supporting United Farm Worker's Foundation. New vintage is released every Thursday at wearStEvens.com, with previews of new pieces and more brought to you on Instagram at @wear_st.evens.

In this episode, we talk Nancy Bell, Garden Coach and Education Coordinator at Gateway Garden Center in Hockessin, DE, about native vines for the Mid-Atlantic US. The plant profile is on Lungwort and I share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events. BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support. Show Notes will be posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-98-native-vines.html. To access the Let's Make Art 20% Discount Offer, Use Code: zen.ai/gardendc If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to: ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 20: Native Plants, Diversity in the Garden, and Sunflowers https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-20-native.html ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 50: Deer-Resistant Native Plants https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-50-deer.html And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite platform so other gardeners can find us too! Recorded on 4-2-2022. Episode Credits: Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz Editing and Show Notes: Dorvall Bedford --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support

In the world we live in today, as Black women we need sisterhood and friendship. There is something divine about having other women who will champion you, celebrate you, show up when you need it, and call you on your shit when no one else will. Listen in as Terri and Dr. Dom are joined by Bethany Hawkins to discuss the tips to having genuine friendships in adulthood. Bethany is super funny and her life lessons are all super valuable. Lady, grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to laugh, shout, and take note of all the gems. Quote of the Day:"The success of every woman should be the inspiration to another. we should raise each other up. Make sure you're very courageous; be strong; be kind; and above all be humble."Serena Williams Where to find Bethany Hawkins:Crackers in SoupIG: @bcrackersinsoup Let's Make Art: zen.ai/herspace for 20% off - coupon code activated at checkout! Register here for the Vibrate Higher Empowerment Workshop!Wisdom Wednesdays with TerriCultivating H.E.R. Space SanctuaryResources:Dr. Dom's Therapy PracticeBranding with TerriMelanin and Mental HealthTherapy for Black Girls Psychology TodayTherapy for QPOCWhere to find us:Twitter: @HERspacepodcastInstagram: @herspacepodcastFacebook: @herspacepodcastWebsite: cultivatingherspace.com

TRIGGER WARNING // SUICIDE & SELF-HARM What do we do when therapy is not enough? We discuss our therapy journeys, which types of therapy we've done, as well as the success and limitations of therapy. We also get into some alternative forms of healing because help should be accessible to all of us. SPONSOR: Let's Make Art Let's Make Art is a crafting company that aims to help everyone channel their inner artist–whether 3 or 63! Let's make art simple- together! Check out Let's Make Art today by going to our special link, zen.ai/hoodooplantmamas to get 20% off. Coupon code is activated at checkout! Resources HappyLight Therapy Lamps & Boxes The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel Van der Kolk Black Walnut Bath Recipe "You're Healing , Now Are You Living?" A Little Juju Podcast BE A PATRON! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hoodooplantmamas SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter: @hoodooplants Instagram: @hoodooplantmamas EMAIL INQUIRIES hoodooplantmamas@gmail.com DONATE Paypal: paypal.me/hoodooplantmamas Cashapp: cash.me/$hoodooplantmamas This podcast was created, hosted, and produced by Dani & Leah. Our music was created by Tasha, and our artwork was designed by Bianca

Join the sisters today for an update on life, and a fun word game you will definitely want to play! Today's episode is brought to you by Let's Make Art: Let's make art simple- together! Check out Let's Make Art today by going to our special link, zen.ai/girlisleptinmymakeup. That's zen.ai/girlisleptinmymakeup to get 20% off. Coupon code is activated at checkout!

Get to know Leah of Seedling Vintage! Leah's journey to selling vintage is a long one that starts at a big fast fashion retailer, moves into experiential design, and ultimately finds meaning and comfort via vintage.  We're going to talk about so much, from "what the heck is experiential design" to debunking the myth that we are running out of secondhand clothing. Check out Leah's Etsy shop here.Let's make art simple- together! Check out Let's Make Art today by going to my special link, zen.ai/clotheshorse to get 20% off. Coupon code is activated at checkout!Clotheshorse is brought to you with support from the following sustainable brands:Thumbprint is Detroit's only fair trade marketplace, located in the historic Eastern Market.  Our small business specializes in products handmade by empowered women in South Africa making a living wage creating things they love like hand painted candles and ceramics! We also carry a curated assortment of  sustainable/natural locally made goods. Thumbprint is a great gift destination for both the special people in your life and for yourself! Browse our online store at thumbprintdetroit.com and find us on instagram @thumbprintdetroit.Country Feedback is a mom & pop record shop in Tarboro, North Carolina. They specialize in used rock, country, and soul and offer affordable vintage clothing and housewares. Do you have used records you want to sell? Country Feedback wants to buy them! Find us on Instagram @countryfeedbackvintageandvinyl or head downeast and visit our brick and mortar. All are welcome at this inclusive and family-friendly record shop in the country!Selina Sanders, a social impact brand that specializes in up-cycled clothing, using only reclaimed, vintage or thrifted materials: from tea towels, linens, blankets and quilts.  Sustainably crafted in Los Angeles, each piece is designed to last in one's closet for generations to come.  Maximum Style; Minimal Carbon FootprintSalt Hats:  purveyors of truly sustainable hats. Hand blocked, sewn and embellished in Detroit, Michigan.Republica Unicornia Yarns: Hand-Dyed Yarn and notions for the color-obsessed. Made with love and some swearing in fabulous Atlanta, Georgia by Head Yarn Wench Kathleen. Get ready for rainbows with a side of Giving A Damn! Republica Unicornia is all about making your own magic using small-batch, responsibly sourced, hand-dyed yarns and thoughtfully made notions. Slow fashion all the way down and discover the joy of creating your very own beautiful hand knit, crocheted, or woven pieces. Find us on Instagram @republica_unicornia_yarns and at www.republicaunicornia.com.Gentle Vibes:  We are purveyors of polyester and psychedelic relics! We encourage experimentation and play not only in your wardrobe, but in your home, too. We have thousands of killer vintage pieces ready for their next adventure! Picnicwear:  a slow fashion brand, ethically made by hand from vintage and deadstock materials - most notably, vintage towels! Founder, Dani, has worked in the industry as a fashion designer for over 10 years, but started Picnicwear in response to her dissatisfaction with the industry's shortcomings. Picnicwear recently moved to rural North Carolina where all their clothing and accessories are now designed and cut, but the majority of their sewing is done by skilled garment workers in NYC. Their customers take comfort in knowing that all their sewists are paid well above NYC minimum wage. Picnicwear offers minimal waste and maximum authenticity: Future Vintage over future garbage.Shift Clothing, out of beautiful Astoria, Oregon, with a focus on natural fibers, simple hardworking designs, and putting fat people first.  Discover more at shiftwheeler.comNo Flight Back Vintage:  bringing fun, new life to old things.  Always using recycled and secondhand materials to make dope ass shit for dope ass people.  See more on instagram @noflightbackvintageThe Pewter Thimble is a curated second hand shop, based out of Rome, Italy. Owner Desiree Marie Townley has a background in costuming and makeup for Dance and Opera, and focuses on dressing for the character you want to be in the world. Curated collections are dropped in a story sale and always have a specialized theme, like the color palette of Starry Night, the film classic Casablanca, and the children's novel The Secret Garden.  Desiree works with local artisans and pieces are rescued from markets and rehabilitated and resold with worldwide shipping. The Pewter Thimble is a collection of pieces that will have Eternal Style, from the Eternal City. Discover more on instagram @thepewterthimble.Late to the Party, creating one of a kind statement clothing from vintage, salvaged and thrifted textiles. They hope to tap into the dreamy memories we all hold: floral curtains, a childhood dress, the wallpaper in your best friend's rec room, all while creating modern sustainable garments that you'll love wearing and have for years to come. Late to the Party is passionate about celebrating and preserving textiles, the memories they hold, and the stories they have yet to tell. Check them out on Instagram!Vino Vintage, based just outside of LA.  We love the hunt of shopping secondhand because you never know what you might find! And catch us at flea markets around Southern California by following us on instagram @vino.vintage so you don't miss our next event! Gabriela Antonas is a visual Artist, an ethical trade fashion designer, but Gabriela Antonas is also a radical feminist micro-business.  She's the one woman band, trying to help you understand, why slow fashion is what the earth needs.  The one woman band, to help you build your brand ! She can take your fashion line from just a concept, and do your sketches, pattern making, grading, sourcing, cutting and sewing for you. Or the second option is  for those who aren't trying to start a business, and who just want ethical garments! Gabriela will create custom garments for you. Her goal is to help one person, of any size, at a time, including beyond size 40.   For inquiries about this serendipitous intersectional offering of either concept DM her on Instagram to book a consultation. Please follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Clubhouse at @gabrielaantonasDylan Paige is an online clothing and lifestyle brand based out of St. Louis, MO. Our products are chosen with intention for the conscious community. Everything we carry is animal friendly, ethically made, sustainably sourced, and cruelty free. Dylan Paige is for those who never stop questioning where something comes from. We know that personal experience dictates what's sustainable for you, and we are here to help guide and support you to make choices that fit your needs.  Check us out at dylanpaige.com and find us on instagram @dylanpaigelifeandstyleLocated in Whistler, Canada, Velvet Underground is a "velvet jungle" full of vintage and second-hand clothes, plants, a vegan cafe and lots of rad products from other small sustainable businesses. Our mission is to create a brand and community dedicated to promoting self-expression, as well as educating and inspiring a more sustainable and conscious lifestyle both for the people and the planet.Find us on Instagram @shop_velvetunderground or online at www.shopvelvetunderground.comCute Little Ruin is an online shop dedicated to providing quality vintage and secondhand clothing, vinyl, and home items in a wide range of styles and price points.  If it's ethical and legal, we try to find a new home for it!  Vintage style with progressive values.  Find us on Instagram at @CuteLittleRuin.Blank Cass, or Blanket Coats by Cass, is focused on restoring, renewing, and reviving the history held within vintage and heirloom textiles. By embodying and transferring the love, craft, and energy that is original to each vintage textile into a new garment, I hope we can reteach ourselves to care for and mend what we have and make it last. Blank Cass lives on Instagram @blank_cass and a website will be launched soon at blankcass.com.Caren Kinne Studio:  Located in Western Massachusetts, Caren specializes in handcrafted earrings from found, upcycled, and repurposed fabrics as well as other eco-friendly curios,  all with  a hint of nostalgia, a dollop of whimsy, a dash of color and 100% fun.  Caren is an artist/designer who believes the materials we use matter. See more on Instagram @carenkinnestudioSt. Evens is an NYC-based vintage shop that is dedicated to bringing you those special pieces you'll reach for again and again. More than just a store, St. Evens is dedicated to sharing the stories and history behind the garments. 10% of all sales are donated to a different charitable organization each month. For the month of March, St. Evens is supporting Heart of Dinner, a volunteer-powered organization on a mission to combat food insecurity and isolation within NYC's elderly Asian American community.  New vintage is released every Thursday at wearStEvens.com, with previews of new pieces and more brought to you on Instagram at @wear_st.evens.

Welcome to the two-hundred and third episode of the Heart + Hustle Podcast! Today's episode is sponsored by Let's Make Art! Visit zen.ai/hearthustlepod for 20% off your entire order today. We're sharing pivotal steps to take today if you're planning on leaving your day job. Whether for self-employment or a new opportunity, there are some things you can do to be prepared so that switching careers won't trap you in a tough situation. We share what you should be doing financially, how to get your mental health in order, and finding a community to help you during your big transition. Join us on Patreon: patreon.com/heartandhustlepodcast For show notes and a list of everything we talked about, visit www.heartandhustlepodcast.com. Meet the hosts: Angelica Yarde (twitter.com/studio404design) and Charisma O'Keefe (twitter.com/charismaokeefe) Follow along via Apple Podcasts (itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/heart…d1071624684?mt=2), and Amazon Music (music.amazon.com/podcasts/8cf7e3c…t-Hustle-Podcast). Follow us on Twitter twitter.com/hearthustlepod and Instagram instagram.com/heartandhustlepodcast!#

Have you ever wondered how birth order affects your personality or that of the children you parent? In this episode Bonnie & Audrey talk about you wanted to know about birth order (your position in the family!) Bonnie and Audrey not only demystify the concept of birth order, but explain how you can use it to your advantage for yourself or when parenting your children! Click here for 20% off at Let's Make Art! Mentioned in this episode: Fun article on birth order affects marriage Book - The Coddling of the American Mind TJ Therrien on Instagram Please support our podcast on Patreon!

Welcome to the two-hundredth episode of the Heart + Hustle Podcast! Today's episode is sponsored by Let's Make Art! Visit zen.ai/hearthustlepod for 20% off your entire order today. We're sharing five things you can do during your slow season to boost your sales including how to take advantage of SEO, creating practical upsells, and getting your referral strategy in order. Join us on Patreon: patreon.com/heartandhustlepodcast For show notes and a list of everything we talked about, visit www.heartandhustlepodcast.com. Meet the hosts: Angelica Yarde (twitter.com/studio404design) and Charisma O'Keefe (twitter.com/charismaokeefe) Follow along via Apple Podcasts (itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/heart…d1071624684?mt=2), and Amazon Music (music.amazon.com/podcasts/8cf7e3c…t-Hustle-Podcast). Follow us on Twitter twitter.com/hearthustlepod and Instagram instagram.com/heartandhustlepodcast!#

Show our sponsor Let's Make Art some love and get 20% off while you're at it! We love celebrating kids' birthdays but also want to keep our own sanity as parents! Showing our children that we love them and they're special to us is the goal, but it can quickly slip over the line to indulgence if we're not careful. Listen to us chat this week about walking that line and setting up realistic expectations while our children are young (and what to do if you'd like to make changes!) Episode 158 on entitlement Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE! Please support our podcast on Patreon!

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 214 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Full show notes with photos can be found on my website. Click here.  This week's segments included: Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins From the Armchair Crafty Adventures Knitting in Passing KAL News Events Contest, News & Notes Life in Focus On a Happy Note Quote of the Week Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins Gabriella's Velvet Bear Pattern: Velvet Valentine Crochet Bear by Sarah Zimmerman- available on Yarnspirations website. Yarn: Bernat Velvet in the  Misty Gray Colorway Hook: G (4.0 mm) My Ravelry Project Page 111.1 meters Summer Vibes Socks Yarn: Hypnotic Yarn Plush Sock in the Summer Vibes Colorway Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams Ravelry Project Page Check out my June Yarnable Unboxing & July Yarnable Unboxing Videos on YouTube. Yarnable will likely open again to new subscribers in August 2021. Considering subscribing? Please consider using my Affiliate Link. Get $5 off with coupon code BOSTONJEN. I love the Bomb Pop progress keeper from Clay Canon that came with the kit. 272 meters Millie Margaret (Worsted Version) Pattern: Millie Margaret Shawl by Jennifer Lassonde Yarn: Knit Picks Felici Worsted in the Chelsea Colorway & Knit Picks Twill in the Sea Salt Heather Colorway Needles: US 10 (6.0 mm) Knit Picks Affiliate Link Ravelry Project Page 489.8 meters Stash Dash total to date:  9,647 meters. Check out my Stash Dash 2021 Spreadsheet . You can also check out: Jasmin's Stash Dash 2021 Spreadsheet On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins Solid Granny Square Blanket 2021 Edition Yarn: fingering weight scraps Hook: D (3.25mm) Pattern: Solid Granny Square by Lullaby Melodia- Find this pattern on Ravelry or directly on the Lullaby Lodge website My Ravelry Project Page I ripped out the color squares I could salvage from last summer's blanket and made some new ones too. Imaginarium Socks Yarn: Legacy Fiber Artz Steel Toes in the Imaginarium Colorway Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Pattern: Non-Euclidian Heel by Sarah Jordan My Ravelry Project Page Magic Stripes Socks Yarn: Patons Kroy Stripes in the Magic Stripes colorway & Patons Kroy in the Coal colorway (black) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Pattern: omg Ravelry Project Page Wild Plum Merino Spin Fiber Addict Designs: 100% Merino, Commercial Combed Roving, 4 oz. Wild Plum Colorway Spinning on my Kromski Minstrel Spinning Wheel My Ravelry Page Chubby Elephant Pattern: Chubby Elephant by Spin a Yarn Crochet (free option or $2.50 US) Yarn: Bernat Velvet in Misty Gray & Bernat Crushed Velvet in Toasted Plums Hook: D (3.25 mm) Ravelry Project Page From the Armchair My Sister, The Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite Finished 7/28 Amazon Affiliate Link.  Bookshop Affiliate Link. Super Host by Kate Russo. Amazon Affiliate Link.  Bookshop Affiliate Link The Salt Path by Raynor Winn finished 8/8. Amazon Affiliate Link.  Bookshop Affiliate Link The Wild Silence by Raynor Winn. Amazon Affiliate Link.  Bookshop Affiliate Link Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases. Crafty Adventures I dabbled in watercolor using a kit from Let's Make Art, a gift from my bestie. I worked on the Holiday Wreath using this kit. I have a Giraffe kit but haven't started it just yet. Knitting in Passing I went to a yoga class with one of my favorite instructors, Heather, at Webbs Pro Fitness. After class she pulled me aside to tell me she'd taken up knitting to make some baby hats and had moved on to Christmas stockings! We had a lovely chat!  KAL News Splash Pad Winners Announced  Pigskin Party '21: Official Hashtag: #DCSPigskinParty21 Important Links: Official Rules (Google Doc) Register to Play! (Google Form) Points Tally Form (Google Form) Sponsor List (Google Doc)- keep checking back.  Questions: Ask in the Ravelry Thread or email Jen (downcellarstudio @ gmail.com) Prizes- see details in this Ravelry Thread Coupon Codes: find details in this Ravelry Thread or on my website (coming soon) Pro Shop Sponsor Exclusive Items: find details as they're posted in this Ravelry Thread or on my website (coming soon) Use the Points Tally form for official entry but celebrate with everyone in the End Zone Dance Ravelry Thread and using #DCSPigskinEndZoneDance Check out your standings (and others') on the Players Stats Sheet (Google Sheet- COMING SOON) Fumble your entry on the Points Tally form? Use this Support Form (Google Form) Pre-Game Chatter on Ravelry can be found in this Thread. Important Updates this episode: Pigskin Prep Come get Registered! Please review the Rules, even if you play every year. We've tweaked a few things. Check out the Sponsor list linked above. We are doing Teams again this year. The overwhelming feedback from last year is that you really enjoyed the smaller community found within those teams, so we're excited to bring those back. You will be assigned your team on September 1st (if you register before then), so we'd really like to get most folks signed up before then (if possible). So please spread the word. Finish those WIPs.  Considering joining the Down Cellar Studio Patreon! We'll be doing monthly Zooms during the Pigskin and have one scheduled for later in August that you can join if you get in at the $5/mo level.  Plus you'll have access to my private IG feed and so much more. Save the Dates- Sept 10+11 for Kick off fun!  Events Craft Cook Read Repeat Podcast with Monica and Cortney- Summer Bingo starts end of May. Check out their website #CCRRsummerbingo2021 Bingo card can be found saved to Stories Highlights in their Instagram account. Knit Girllls Stash Dash May 28-August 31. Check out their website for more details.   They will be hosting the event on Discord this year. Vogue Virtual Knitting Live– July 15-18. September 9-12, 2021. October 7-10, 2021. November 11-14, 2021 NY Sheep & Wool (AKA Rhinebeck): October 17 & 18, 2021 Indie Untangled Rhinebeck Contest, News & Notes Check out my new patterns- the Millie Margaret Shawl- available for fingering weight and worsted weight yarn. Fingering pattern- Ravelry link Worsted pattern- Ravelry link This pattern has been tech edited & test knit so you can knit on with confidence, but if you ever have any questions, don't hesitate to message me. Pattern also contains a link to a video tutorial that shows how to do the slipped stitch technique used in this pattern. Patterns will be available for $7 each. Email subscribers get the best discount so check your inbox if you want to get both of these patterns. Intro Deals: Get both patterns for $6 on Ravelry through 8/22 using code "millie." Want just 1 pattern? Get 40% off with code "niece," also good through 8/22. Get your pattern now. Let me know if you need help picking yarn. get your swatch done, then maybe wait until 9/9 to cast on for Pigskin?!! I'm a Pro Shop Sponsor, so you'll get lots of points! Life in Focus Visit to Cleenland in Cambridge, MA. Great selection of personal products and cleaning supplies. I brought my own jars with lids and the lovely shop keeper weighed everything when I arrived. This is what I got: clay mask [SallyeAnder rose for drier skin, emerald vegan for drier skin, or golden for oilier skin $5.23/oz] face lotion [Oneka unscented $3.98/oz] tooth tabs [Unpaste with or without fluoride pack of 125 for $8.50] Bamboo tooth brush dishwasher detergent [Azure Standard $0.29/oz = $0.15/load] dish soap [Puracy lemongrass or unscented $0.15/oz] bar dish soap [Meliora unscented or lemon $9.49/bar] recycled garbage bags [If You Care $4.99] toilet paper (100% recycled paper $1.07/roll or bamboo $1.15/roll)- Who gives a crap brand. Melora cleaning tabs- 3 in the pack On a Happy Note Gabriella's 1st birthday. Pics of her hugging the teddy I made her Will & Aila sleepover. Getting into hysterics as Dan, Dad, Mom and I all tried Will's new VR game system. Deer all around! We all just watched in fascination! My Knit Picks Felici order!!!!! I took my nephew, Garret, to Gillette Stadium for the first Patriot's Practice of the season.  Sleepover. Meeting up with Petrina and Ryan at Gather Here in Cambridge, MA Quote of the Week Longevity researcher Dan Buettner on the health benefits of friendship: "I argue that the most powerful thing you can do to add healthy years is to curate your immediate social network. In general, you want friends with whom you can have a meaningful conversation. You can call them on a bad day and they will care. Your group of friends are better than any drug or anti-aging supplement, and will do more for you than just about anything." Contact Information: Check out the Down Cellar Studio Patreon! Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Instagram: BostonJen1 YouTube: Down Cellar Studio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio Check out my Down Cellar Studio YouTube Channel Knit Picks Affiliate Link Bookshop Affiliate Link Music -"Soft Orange Glow" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/ Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.

Sarah is *still* on deadline (WE KNOW), but we're answering your questions about romance novels, publishing, writing and more. In this episode, we're talking about stand-alone romance series, heroes who do bad stuff, Jane Austen, cover reveals and more. Whether you're new to Fated Mates this month or have been with us for all three seasons, we adore you, and we're so grateful to have you. We hope you're reading the best books this week.Next week, it's Mary Balogh's A Matter Of Class — this is the truth. Get it for only $2.99 at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, Kobo or Google Books.Show NotesSarah and Eric, Sara and Derek! Jen recommends Let's Make Art if you're looking for something fun to power you through until we're all vaccinated. Check out Kelly's Romance Sticker of the Month Club.Next week, we'll be reading A Matter of Class by Mary Balogh. WE PROMISE. Why aren't there more Fantasy Romances? Later this spring, we're having an episode with Zoraida Cordova about fantasy romance. Until then, maybe you'll be interested A Court of Silver Flames, the newest release from Sarah J. Mass.When did Series becomes so Popular? We talked about this in our episode about romance families, so you might want to check that out for a longer discussion of this topic. Perhaps you are like Jen and want to know more about how to turn off the “popular highlights”series on your Kindle. Oh the 80s and 90s: Lovesepts series with the Delaneys, or Elizabeth Lowell's series with heroes named after states. What's the State of Publishing? What are the different Trim Sizes? One of the reasons mass market paperbacks (MMPB) are harder to get is because of a merger between printers, which explains the transition to Mass Market Max.All about stripped or remaindered books and what happens when a bookstore returns a book to the publisher. How Can You Afford Your Romance Habit? Kindle Unlimited, obviously. You should absolutely get the Libby app (managed by Overdrive) and use it to check books out of your local library. If your library system has Hoopla, you should check it out. Here's a quick primer on the differences between these apps.It's essential to subscribe to the BookBub daily email, you can choose from a number of categories. Also, you should follow The Book Queen on Twitter, who posts a daily thread of what's on sale. Finally, you should use eReaderIQ to track authors and specific books, and they will email you when the prices drop. Who do we want to write our Life Story? Kleypas and Kresley. What are the Best Romance Craft Books? OH-IO is what all the Ohioans say. And there's nothing more midwestern than “ope.” It's "Ope There Goes Gravity" and we will not be taking questions at this time. Sarah recommends the following craft books: Romancing the Beat, Save the Cat, and The Heroine's Journey. (And here's the Hero's Journey).Can a Hero by a Known Kidnapper? Ask St. Vincent, although he doesn't kidnap the heroine. It depends on the reason for the kidnapping--for example, his childhood home is part of her dowry, meaning A Rogue by Any Other Name or try Dark Mafia Prince. But these stories are less common in contemporaries, unless it's “dark romance.”Why aren't there more Vibrators? It's such a good question, and we are slowly seeing more of them. Check out Elia Winters' blog where she reviews sex toys. Other books to check out: It Happened One Summer, Happy Endings, and You Had Me at Hola. Why Are there so Many Dukes? Because people buy them.Why don't we have better names for different types of Illustrated Covers? Because we're readers and don't know enough art words? The word cartoon has a childish connotation, and so we think that's why we started using illustrated. Sometimes we hear the phrase "photo-realistic" to describe the previous illustrated style. Did Jane Austen write Contemporaries? Yes.Historical romance are set in the past, and an example of one set in the recent past is Loud is How I Love You by Mercy Brown.Why are Cover Reveals Important? Publicity, and if you want to see a great new cover, check out the new cover for The Kiss Quotient.Can You be a Casual Romance Reader? Yes! You can. Please just tell us to calm down, and maybe just start with our best of lists. Have fun! Where are the Curvy Heroes? It's so tricky, but we like Marie Liscomb's Champion's Heart series. There's a few from Jessa Kane. But body image issues are present even in children's toys. What does "Two Ps in V" mean? It's two penises, one vagina. Usually, one P waits its turn, but in The Architect by Nikki Sloan and also Ready and Willing by Cara McKenna, (which is no longer available) it's actually happening simultaneously. Romance really does have everything!