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Margo and Tashira check in on the status of their New Year's goals / resolutions as January comes to a close. What's working for them so far, and what isn'? We also take a moment to reflect on the recent resignation of Claudine Gay, former president of Harvard University, and discuss why we don't really believe it was a voluntary resignation. If you'd like to hear even more of our thoughts on the...

Do you have a scarcity mindset or an abundance mindset? What's the difference, and how do they affect us in our lives? We discuss the ways a scarcity mindset may have unintended consequences, and how we can begin taking steps towards shifting into a mentality and mindset of abundance. Sign up for our newsletter here If our conversation resonated with you, then consider continuing the conversation...

Happy New Year! Margo & Tashira reflect on what they learned in 2023, their goals for 2024 and what they are ready to leave behind, both in their personal lives and professionally. Tashira reflects on workaholism, and Margo shares insights about her surgeries from 2023 and regaining strength as we head into 2024. Sign up for our newsletter here If our conversation resonated with you, then consider...

Margo & Tashira discuss "ghosting" as it shows up in professional, personal, and romantic relationships. Have you ever ghosted someone? Have you ever been ghosted? Why do we sometimes ghost people rather than have difficult conversations? Or are some relationships simply doomed to end this way? And if we are ghosted, how do we go about processing the end of a relationship without the closure we ma...

Are you a people pleaser? Many of us struggle with balancing taking care of ourselves while feeling the need to take care of others. Margo and Tashira discuss how they have experienced the desire to engage in people pleasing in different ways throughout their lives, how this has affected them, and the strategies they are now using to better manage these traits and create an approach that is in mor...

Americans are consuming clothing at rapid rates compared to previous decades. Tune in as Margo and Tashira discuss the perils of fast fashion and how they're trying to consume more consciously. Sound off in the comments!   Resources mentioned:   1. Fashion Transparency Index:  https://www. fashionrevolution.org/about/ transparency/ 2. Sustainability Brand Rating Tool:  https://goodonyou.eco 3. The...

What's the best and worst advice you've been given throughout the years? Today, we're tackling this topic while also sharing thoughts on the recent Torey Lanez and Megan Thee Stallion documentary. If you liked this discussion, then let's keep the party going over in our NEW private community! Join here .   Many thanks to our sponsor Betterhelp! Find a therapist using our link and save 10% off your...

Welcome back! Moving forward we're dumping seasons and dropping episodes bi-weekly. Get ready for more justUS coming your way!  In this episode, we're responding to negative social media comments and exploring the rise of comment culture. How did it start? What's constructive feedback versus trolling? Why do we have the impulse to engage in content with which we disagree? Follow us on social media...

In the last episode of season three, Margo and Tashira discuss how Americans define luxury. They explore the nuances that impact this definition like race, class and access to wealth. Does luxury have to include material items? What's the difference between loud and quiet luxury? Join us in the private community to sound off! Watch Tashira's breaking down quiet luxury and old money versus new mone...

In this episode, Margo and Tashira speak with Amanda Hunter, Executive Director of the Barbara Lee Family Foundation, about the challenges women face in politics. They explore data behind women's electability, the power of local elections and rampant stereotypes across political parties. Overall, Amanda lays out a plan to get more women into elected office. __   If our conversation resonated with...

In late 2022, Season For Squeezin founder Julie Devaney Hogan discovered a small, barbell-shaped growth in her breast while putting on her bathing suit. A few short weeks later, Julie, mother of three and wife of ten years to the love of her life, Dave, was diagnosed with HER2+ invasive ductal carcinoma Stage 3 breast cancer.  We speak to Julie in today's episode to learn how she is turning traged...

Time is one of the only finite resources in our lives, and how we value it changes as we age. In this episode, Margo and Tashira discuss how they value time and make room for things that truly matter. As you listen, ask yourself: Am I holding space and time for what I love? Your answer may shock you. Many thanks to this episode's sponsor OSEA! Shop our Osea faves and use code JUSTUS10 to save 10%...

Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have been everywhere lately, but the weight loss industrial complex isn't new. In this episode, Margo and Tashira interrogate western society's fascination with thinness, standards of beauty, "acceptable" bodily modifications and celebrity culture. Overall, they encourage listeners to consult reputable physicians to make the best decisions for their bodies. Many thank...

In this episode, Tashira and Margo have an engaging and thoughtful discussion with Dr. Ruth Nemzoff , ranging from advice for connecting with parents through different phases of life, lasting marriages, abortion, and feminism throughout the years. This episode is for folks who want inspiration on being a BIG Big Age. Dr. Nemzoff is the author of "Don't Bite Your Tongue: How to Foster Rewarding Rel...

We are incredibly honored to have India Oxenberg as our guest for this episode. India is many things, Author, Producer, and Activist. India bravely shares her experiences of inadvertently joining the Nxivm cult, her harrowing experiences in it, how she got out, and how she is healing herself and thriving in real time.  India offers a detailed look into how seemingly legitimate businesses and commu...

Tune in as Margo and Tashira discuss sex work in all forms: commercial sex workers, sugar babies, heuxs and gold diggers just to name a few. Tashira is unapolgetically pro-heux while Margo has some hesitations around the exploitation that's seemingly embedded into the industry. In the end, they both stand on the side of making sex work legal, consensual and safe.  If you liked this discussion, the...

Welcome back friends! In the kickoff to season three, Margo and Tashira discuss a hot topic happening over on social media. Would you date a bus driver? Tune in for a discussion that digs deeper than career and ends at relationship non-negotiables. If you liked this discussion, then let's keep the party going over in our NEW private community! Join  here .    Many thanks to our sponsor Betterhelp!...

In this episode Margo and Tashira tackle one of the toughest subjects of the season: reparations. They set the stage historically for the harms done to the Black community starting with enslavement. Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Additional Resources on Reparations: The Case for Reparations by Ta-Nehisi Coates Why We Need Reparations for Black Americans by The Brookings Institute "I Se...

In this episode, Margo and Tashira pick apart what it means to dress ones age. They explore the "turning my mom into me" viral trend on Tiktok and use it to investigate the restricting values women face around age, body shape and sex appeal. In the end, they encourage the audience to determine their personal definition of great style at any age. Check out the TikTok videos: https://youtu.be/l8EGsL...

In this episode, Margo and Tashira speak with Ashley Mitchell of Black Girl Magic Mama, a fitness instructor whose work sits at the intersection of wellness and social justice. Tune into the discussion on the structural issues that prevent true wellness in the wellness industry and what we can do to make change. Check out Ashley's work on her website and Instagram . Follow us on Instagram: @justus...

Margo and Tashira share their evolution and experiences with work, often toxic. Work life balance is something that is often talked about but seldom modeled. How can you be dedicated and passionate about your profession while also taking care of yourself and your family? What about the disconnect between value and output? Does balance even exist?   Thank you OSEA for sponsoring this episode! Use c...

Public systems like criminal legal (criminal justice) and child welfare are failing. In this episode, Margo and Tashira discuss their expansive legal and policy backgrounds to identify systematic failures. How do we create a society where the most vulnerable are safe, healthy and whole? To read more on these topics from the hosts: 1. Beyond Non-Violent Offenses: Criminal Justice Reform and Intimat...

The first thing people often notice about Margo and Tashira are their differences. However, they have more in common than you may think. Tune into this episode to hear a raw take on cross-cultural friendships, white fragility and moving beyond social constructs to create genuine friendships. Many thanks to Winepress for sponsoring this episode!   Follow us on Instagram: @justus_pod @margo.lindauer...

In this episode about the Soft Life, Margo and Tashira discuss the complexities of creating a self-care community for Black women online. Does living the Soft Life require lots of disposable income? Is it exclusionary based upon socioeconomic status? How is white privilege inherently synonomous with living the Soft Life?  Many thanks to this episode's sponsor Osea. Use code JUSTUS10 to save 10% si...

In this episode, physician Dr. Heather Hirsch busts through myths surrounding menopause. Let's jump into this little discussed stage of life that often leaves us hot and bothered. Join us for a live taping on February 27, 2023 in Washington, D.C. Grab your tickets here !  Many thanks to BREATHE Cambridge for sponsoring this episode! Follow us on Instagram: @justus_pod @margo.lindauer @politicsandf...