Let Me Tell You Something

In this episode, I interview a trio of men to ask them if they have ever thought about some of the things that plague women's thoughts. We explore men's privilege, women's feelings of safety, and how men can help support women by holding each other accountable.   Support the show Thank you to the patrons that helped support the creation of this episode: Jenny Combs, Ashley Sarver, K...

On this episode,  Laura and I talk about women con artists. What makes us so fascinated with con artist and the con games they play?  How can we spot a con and what makes women more vulnerable to being victims of those with a charlatan nature?  This episode references the book, Confident Women: Swindlers, Grifters, and Shapeshifters of a Feminine Persuasion by Tori Telfer.   Support the show Thank...

In this episode,  Nicky and I talk about medical gaslighting and its impact on women. Nicky shares her story about childbirth and we discuss the intersection between medical gaslighting, childbirth, trauma and pain.  Content warning: This episode discusses graphic details around childbirth and mentions pregnancy loss.  Please take care while listening.  Support the show Thank you to the patrons th...

In this episode, my producer interviews me-- your host Nikki Ticknor.  We explore what made me decide to make a podcast,  what lead to my passion for discussing women's issues and combating gender-based violence, what it feels like to be an empath, and why the shoes one wears give me pause.  You also get a sampling of my infamous ear-busting loud laugh.  Thank you to my producer, Neil Bloom,...

Why is it better to be a real orchid vs. a fake orchid?  Find out as I talk with Kelsey about toxic wellness culture and how the wellness industry thrives on convincing us there is a right and a wrong way to be a well woman.  Support the show Thank you to the patrons that helped support the creation of this episode: Jenny Combs, Ashley Sarver, Kylie Csukor, Annie Roca, Katina Whinnery, and Laura Y...

In this episode, I talk with Whitney and Alicia about juggling motherhood with working outside of the home. We explore "mom guilt" and discuss how every mom is a working mom.  Support the show Thank you to the patrons that helped support the creation of this episode: Jenny Combs, Ashley Sarver, Kylie Csukor, Annie Roca, Katina Whinnery, and Laura Youngblut. To become a show patron visit...

In this episode, I talk with Erin and Elizabeth about the impact of purity culture on women.  We discuss the teachings of purity culture and the ways in which purity culture has created long-standing shame and trauma in women and girls.   This episodes discusses components of sexual abuse and spiritual abuse. Take care while listening. This episode references Pure: Inside the Evengelical Movement...

In this episode, I talk with Emma and Heather about women with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and why women are often not diagnosed with ADHD until adulthood.  We explore why ADHD often goes undiagnosed in girls and what living with ADHD as a woman feels like.  Support the show Thank you to the patrons that helped support the creation of this episode: Jenny Combs, Ashley Sarver, K...

In this episode, I talk with Kimmy and Rachel about disordered eating and eating disorders.  We explore the relationship with our bodies and food and the societal and generational messages that impact body image.   TW: This episode discusses eating disorders, body weight, and disordered eating behaviors.  Information provided in this episode should not be viewed as medical advice.  If you or someo...

What was high school like as a .÷ girl?  What do I wish I knew in high school? In this episode, my friend Whitney joins me to reminiscence on our high school days.  We explore the challenges teen girls experience and the role social media has played toward how life as a teenager has changed over time.  Thank you to our show patrons for making this episode and continued episodes of let me tell you...

In this episode, I talk with Sierra and Rachel about having a miscarriage. We explore what having a miscarriage feels like and how it can impact one's sense of self.  Please note this episode references pregnancy loss and suicidal ideation. Sierra's blog on miscarriage can be found at:  https://miscarriageinthemeantime.com/ To support future episodes of Let Me Tell You Something, become...

What is it like to be a woman without children?  In this episode, we discuss women who don't have children, whether they are "childfree by choice" or unable to be a mother.  Join guests Meredith and Ali as they discuss the common assumptions about women who don't have children and how society reacts to those who have failed to meet the expectations surrounding procreation.  We...

In this episode, we explore the world of online dating.  Our guests Michaela and Annie discuss their experiences as women dating online, share their ups and downs, and let us in on a few tips and tricks for the online dating world.  Support the show Thank you to the patrons that helped support the creation of this episode: Jenny Combs, Ashley Sarver, Kylie Csukor, Annie Roca, Katina Whinnery, and...