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Send us Fan Mail In this thought-provoking and deeply personal episode, Siobhan and Lee dive into the power of understanding intentions behind actions, sparked by a heated debate Siobhan had at a bar—yes, even about something as extreme as becoming a Nazi. Lee emphasizes the importance of having difficult conversations to foster growth and deeper understanding, even when emotions run high. The con...

Send us Fan Mail The conversation continues on this episode of Ducking Realitea’s Touch of the Tism: Part Two, where host Siobhan and her guests Danielle and Holly are joined by another familiar voice, Donna. This time, they dive even deeper into the realities of bartending in the Bay Area, sharing the chaos, the comedy, and the unwritten rules that come with life behind the bar. From the do’s and...

Send us Fan Mail Siobhan is joined by Danielle from Danielle Will Still Choose the Bear and Holly from Hot Dogs with Holly as they break in the new podcast studio with a mix of wild personal stories, serious discussions, and unfiltered opinions. From a stalker story to a taco bar mishap with a questionable banner, this episode swings from hilarious mishaps to hard-hitting truths. The conversation...

Send us Fan Mail  Siobhan and Oliver share their powerful journeys through addiction, reflecting on the profound toll it took on their lives. Oliver, once a PhD candidate at UC Berkeley, became trapped in the cycle of addiction. His descent led to theft and a six-month jail sentence—a rock-bottom moment that ultimately became his turning point toward sobriety. Siobhan, meanwhile, was overmedicated...

Send us Fan Mail  Siobhan and Linda discuss their shared curiosity and the importance of community involvement. Linda, a retired community leader, recounts her journey of giving up her son for adoption at 17 and later reconnecting with him through Ancestry. They reflect on the societal pressures and stigmas faced by teenage mothers in the 1960s. Linda highlights the significance of community space...

Send us Fan Mail Siobhan and Danielle discuss the podcast, which has 30 episodes, and Siobhan's discomfort with self-promotion. Danielle shares her journey from the East Bay to Alameda, her career transition from bartending to wildlife conservation, and her volunteer work at the San Luis National Wildlife Refuge. They talk about the importance of spending time in nature, the impact of COVID-1...

Send us Fan Mail The conversation between Siobhan and Holly covers a range of topics, including past experiences, work dynamics, and personal preferences. Holly shares stories about their tech internship, musical aspirations, and family dynamics. They discuss the challenges of working in the service industry, including dealing with difficult customers and the impact of job expectations. The conver...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Siobhan speaks to Tom Skinner as he shares the pivotal moments that have shaped his journey across various industries. They delve into the early challenges of navigating the digital market, recounting life-altering experiences that underscore the importance of resilience, adaptability, and breaking new ground. Tom reflects on the invaluable lessons passed down fro...

Send us Fan Mail This week I speak to Leia, business coach and badass. Our discussion includes personal and business growth, cultural exchange, women's health, life challenges, and visualization abilities. We share our personal experiences and perspectives, emphasizing the importance of integrating personal and business growth, cultural exchange, and self-advocacy. We also delve into the intr...

Send us Fan Mail Siobhan and Gavin discuss various natural health and wellness practices, including Chaga mushroom, breathwork, and mindfulness. They emphasized the importance of prioritizing oneself through self-care practices for improved mental and physical well-being. They also discussed the role of intuition and inner voice in personal growth, and the significance of embracing one's uniq...

Send us Fan Mail Siobhan and Matt exchanged their experiences and perspectives on various topics, including the California DMV, Arizona gun laws, finding joy and meaning in life, and personal preferences. Matt shares his thoughts on ancient siege warfare and the validity of accounts of forgotten knowledge. Matt emphasized the value of learning and exploring new topics, with Siobhan highlighting th...

Send us Fan Mail Join me and my creative partner Ana for a chat and some laughs..  we share personal stories of immigration, identity formation, and cultural exchange. We discuss our experiences with creative writing, personal growth, and loss, highlighting the importance of empathy and mutual understanding. Siobhan and Ana also share our experiences with managing epilepsy, emphasizing the unique...

Send us Fan Mail Summary/Time Stamps  Boston upbringing and punk scene with artist Dave Sweeney. 0:06 Dave Sweeney discusses his experience in the Boston punk scene and his art with host Siobhan. Dave met Siobhan through mutual friends at a bar on the island. Unknown Speaker grew up in Cohasset, Massachusetts, a blue-blooded town with summer cottages for wealthy captains of industry. Speaker start...

Send us Fan Mail This week Rory Shields join us for episode 2 of An Evening with Rory.   Rory is never short of something to say, and this can be a safe place for him to get it off his chest. The last time we spoke, there was a little bit of a theme that was focused on how Rory got here and his experience From a young age he would read a lot of Sunday newspapers for content and was a sponge for in...

Send us Fan Mail Host of Ducking Realitea talks about why there have been a lack of episodes and what's to come.  Summary What's up to the decking reality world? 0:19 We are not alone when we go through hard things. 1:27 Finding our joy and asking for help. 2:57 Join us in the duck reality world every Tuesday when new episodes drop and look for the social media and Patreon to follow. Sup...

Send us Fan Mail This week I sit down with a Raymond Moore, musician and world traveler to talk about what it was like to move to Norway and raise a family. Our conversations covers the uncomfortable subject of racism and the difference between racisms in Norway compared to racism in the US. Raymond has continued to smile and spread love instead of hate. I hope this conversation helps inspire othe...

Send us Fan Mail Amos and I talk trees and he breaks down how we can help save our environment and ourselves by planting trees.  https://www.100ktrees4humanity.com/ Summary/Time Stamps:  How did you get involved in trees? 0:00 Welcome to the duckling reality world. Amos is passionate about trees. Sugar maple in columbus, ohio. The story of the first seedling. The story of the tornado tree. 3:08 Th...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Alandi and I talk energy, vibrations and finding your truth. Make an appointment or check her out online: https://www.chiropracticlifeforce.com  and follow her on social media @ dr.alandistec Summary/Time Stamps:  Intro to the episode. 0:01 Welcome back to the pod. Dr alain de stek is a chiropractor. Eric Rubin and his own curiosities. Christopher hareesh wallace, nissimharmon...

Send us Fan Mail This week my friend Mel and I have some champagne and talk about life growing up in a religious school, owning a restaurant and being in the booze business.  Summary/Time Stamps:  Getting used to the self-promotion stuff. 0:11 Getting used to self-promotion and putting yourself out there. Melanie's first podcast, her favorite podcast. My favorite podcast. 2:19 My favorite mur...

Send us Fan Mail This week I sit down with Raul and talk about myself. It isn’t the direction I thought the episode would go but it was the direction it needed. We recorded this just days after losing someone very close to me. I found him and had to explain to his family that he’s no longer with us, so we talk about grief and tragedy and a little bit more about my story and where I come from. So e...

Send us Fan Mail This week I’m on location! Home Connie and Michael and birthplace of The Menagerie. We talk about how and why they started The Menagerie and Connie shares just how close we were to loosing her. Lucky for all of us her badassery and the love of a good man has kept her healthy and thriving! This is a short one and both will be back for longer more in-depth convo about all things pec...

Send us Fan Mail Danny Lopez is in the house this week sharing his knowledge and teaching me the history of Alameda and all things Clampers! It was fun learning the history of our little island and what exactly a Clamper is. Can't wait to go to my first Clamper event this summer! Stay tuned for that but for now get educated with Danny and I.  Summary/Time Stamps:  Welcome to this week's...

Send us Fan Mail   Welcome to the first of what will turn into a series of evenings with Rory. Rory and I met on the island and quickly become friends and have had some amazingly deep and moving conversations as well as taking the piss out of each other. He was so excited to come on and share the first chapter of his life with us. We didn’t have a plan or agenda when we sat down our conversation s...

Send us Fan Mail  This week I talk to one of my favorite regulars. Chuck enjoys a good beer and share his life from our island to the big top. Enjoy me chuckling with Chuck!  Summary/Time Stamps:  Introduction to today’s episode. 0:09 The first elementary school on the island and clown college. 2:03 Was he auditioning for other things before deciding to go to clown college? 7:56 How he got involve...

Send us Fan Mail  Raul and I talk about healing from the past, giving yourself distance from the trauma of your life to curate and create your life and vibe.  Summary/Time Stamps:  Welcome to this week’s episode. 0:08 Mental health and depression. 9:49 What did you lean into to heal yourself after losing the baby? 17:37 “I feel like I needed to know what pain felt like physical and emotional pain...