Bear Naked Podcast

Welcome to Bear Naked Podcasts first Coffee and Cigarettes of the season, where Eva and Kate take a deep dive into the fault lines shaping modern love. This episode confronts the emotional labor women still shoulder, the growing male-loneliness epidemic, and the global drop in birth rates that has everyone wondering what the future of relationships looks like.  We explore the disconnection between...

Welcome to Bear Naked Podcast.  In this episode we host Eva's sister Crystal and move beyond mom stories to raw, practical talk about starting and running a business. Crystal shares her layoff-to-entrepreneur journey in digital marketing, the importance of networking, contracts and taxes, managing setbacks, and how to protect and lift other women in business. Honest, emotional and full of hard-won...

Season 2 Premiere – Lungs by Sarah Doolittle Welcome to Season 2 of the Bear Naked Podcast! In this powerful premiere, host Kate sits down with artist and debut author Sarah Doolittle to discuss her evocative new poetry collection, Lungs (published July 1, 2024). Together, they dive into the fierce and tender journey of reclaiming one’s voice after childhood trauma, caregiving, and profound grief....

In this heartfelt season finale of Bear Naked Podcast, hosts Kate and Eva delve into the complexities of adult friendships and the necessity of setting boundaries. With a blend of honesty and humor, they explore the dynamics of connection, the evolution from survival mode to self-love, and the importance of integrating genuine human connections into our lives. As they reflect on their personal gro...

Welcome to Bear Naked Podcast, where your hosts Kate and Eva invite you into a deep and honest conversation with their guest Johnell, who shares her personal journey and insights into the experience of childbirth. This episode delves into the historical evolution of birthing practices, the power of midwifery, and the rising popularity of hypnobirthing. Johnell discusses the changes in societal vie...

Welcome to the Bear Naked Podcast, where personal stories become powerful connections. In this episode, hosts Kate and Eva introduce us to Bri, who courageously shares her turbulent journey with a bad mom.  Join us as Bri recounts her experiences of emotional abuse, resilience, and the role of supportive figures who helped her regain her strength. Bri's narrative is one of survival, from taking on...

Welcome to Bear Naked Podcast, where hosts Kate and Eva create a safe haven for women to connect through personal stories and experiences. In this episode of Coffee and Cigarettes, they discuss the power of storytelling and its transformative impact, not only for the listeners but also for those sharing their journeys, emphasizing the importance of women supporting each other. The episode highligh...

Welcome to the Bear Naked Podcast, where hosts Kate and Eva create a safe space for women to connect through personal experiences. In this episode, they engage in a deeply honest conversation about abortion, choice, and the external and internal pressures women face. Erin shares her powerful story of navigating an unexpected pregnancy and the emotional journey of making a choice that was right for...

Welcome to Bear Naked Podcast, where we work to create a safe space for women to share their personal experiences and stories. In this episode, we meet Diana, a woman who bravely recounts her journey from a challenging childhood filled with trauma to a place of inner peace and happiness. Through honesty and resilience, Diana shares how she overcame the brutality of her past, learned to forgive tho...

Welcome to Bear Naked Podcast.  Our long-awaited Sexual Assault episode is now available. In this deeply personal and powerful conversation, our guest shares his experience with sexual assault and takes us through his healing journey. He opens up about the challenges of navigating societal expectations of masculinity, and the how the SA impacted his relationships.  He acknowledges the benefit of t...

Welcome to the Bear Naked Podcast, where your hosts, Kate and Eva, create a space for women to connect through personal experiences and stories. In this special "Coffee and Cigarettes" segment we openly chat about the often-taboo topic of sex, exploring the intricate relationship between love, sexuality, intimacy, and trust. As Kate and Eva share their candid thoughts, they challenge societal norm...

Welcome to Bear Naked Podcast!  This week we have Joan as a guest, who shares her transformative experience as a mother- and the difficulties with doing it on your own.  Through her storytelling, we touch on the emotional highs and lows, the importance of communication, and finding strength and support in building your own community. Tune in as we unravel Joan's story, offering valuable insights a...

Welcome to Bear Naked Podcast!  As part of our mission to share personal stories, we are starting with our own. This week, it's Kate's turn to share her story.  Kate opens up about the realities of living with an addicted partner, revealing how a relationship that begins with love can quickly evolve into a co-dependent and toxic cycle of hardship. Please listen, share and connect with us at bearna...

Welcome to this week's episode of Bear Naked! Today, we're diving into a relationship concept that has helped us navigate boundaries more effectively within our cis-normative relationships. Tune in to get to know us a bit better and hear how identifying the terms of the relationship can help ensure both parties are fully supported. 

Welcome to Bear Naked Podcast! As part of our mission to share personal experiences and stories, we are sharing our own. In this episode, Eva shares her deeply personal experience regarding our health care system and the unique challenges women encounter when seeking help. Please listen, share, and connect with us at bearnakedstorytotell@gmail.com , instagram bear.n.aked, or check out our website...

The SECOND part of a women's birth story. Please enjoy. 

Welcome to Bear Naked Podcast, where our mission is to connect and strengthen women through our shared experiences and telling our stories.  Every mother has a birth story, but not all of them end with a baby. This is a TWO PART SERIES. Please listen to the FIRST half of one women's story of her first child that did not have a happy ending.  SECOND PART coming soon. Stay tuned.    Please listen sh...

The WHY episode, what brought us here and what we want to do!