Misfits & Mystics Podcast

Alicia interviews creative/erotic writer, Nesstalgicc. She talks about how she founded dazeinnesstalgia and her podcast, Hot Toddy, as well as how her writing has impacted her life. Donate to her cash app: $vanity04 and find her on Instagram and Twitter @Nesstalgicc and her website dazeinnesstalgia.com.  Continue the conversation with us! Instagram: @misfitsandmysticspod Twitter: @misfitsmyst...

Abra continues her conversation with Z, Ra, and Jabari about pride, intersecting racial justice, the impact of COVID-19, and proclaiming ourselves as the perfect kind of queer.  Continue the conversation! Instagram- @misfitsandmysticspod Twitter- @misfitsmystics Facebook- www.facebook.com/misfitsandmysticspod Email- misfitsandmysticspod@gmail.com 

Abra sits down with  Z Shane Zaldivar and his two partners, Ra & Jabari for a candid discussion about the various perspectives people have about Pride. We revisit the history of pride, the current state of our world and its impact on how and why celebrate (or choose not to), and the future of LGBTQIA+ folks.  Continue the conversation!  Instagram- @misfitsandmysticspod Twitter-...

Alicia and friends have a conversation from a multi generational lens on how tradition makes us feel, when it helps or hurts us, and when it needs to change.  Song of the Week: "Keep Yo Cool" by aikodaria  Continue the conversation with us! Instagram- @misfitsandmysticspod Twitter- @MisfitsMystics Facebook- www.facebook.com/misfitsandmysticspod Email- misfitsandmysticspod@gmail.com 

We wrap up our healing series discussing how forgiveness is a major key for growth and moving on. (NOTE: This episode was recorded before protests, riots, and other forms of uprising began to take place in our cities. We support any and all efforts to stand up for justice led by black leadership. We do not condone white people infiltrating movements that center black folks and using violence and l...

As we continue in our healing series, Abra is joined by friend, Chloe Rebecca, to discuss how the broader spiritual community is responding to COVID-19 and the invitation for us as humanity to heal and grow. Follow Chloe and learn more about her business here: Instagram- @mysticvisionsatx mysticvisionsatx.com Continue the conversation!  Instagram- @misfitsandmysticspod Twitter- @misfitsmystic...

Alicia and friends discuss their personal healing journeys and ways they cope and find closure from past hurts or traumas.  Continue the conversation!  Instagram- @misfitsandmysticspod Twitter- @MisfitsMystics Facebook- www.facebook.com/misfitsandmysticspod Email- misfitsandmysticspod@gmail.com 

**TRIGGER WARNING** This episode discusses weight loss, diets/diet culture, eating disorders, and body image issues. Please take care as you listen. We invite you to stop, pause, or fast forward at any time.** Abra is joined by co-worker/friend, Jess to discuss what happens when diet culture meets toxic religion, specifically in the manifestation of the infamous Weigh Down Diet/Remnant Church in B...

Abra is joined by Rachell Peace for the third installment of our Healing Series. Rachell shares her journey and process of healing holistically through various practices such as Reiki, massage and body work, and movement. We also dive into how healing internally can lead to healing collectively, which has led Rachell to start a new class, Radicle Resiliency for Black/African American people, offer...

Your favorite co-hosts are finally back together again! We discuss how our tendency to set expectations on other people's healing timeline based on our comfort, rather than honoring their needs and growth journey. We also update each other on how the pandemic is impacting us. Listen with care and enjoy! Continue the conversation! Instagram-@misfitsandmysticspod Twitter-@MisfitsMystics Facebook-www...

We are kicking off a new series, discussing all things healing! This week, Claire Roberts shares her story of recovering from back surgery and how her injury led to expand her understanding of healing, as well as discovering new passions and creative endeavors. Claire is a dancer, choreographer, teacher, and weaver based in Nashville, TN. You can find out more about her tapestry business, Nashty T...

Alicia sits down with a friend, Christina E. Fontenelle, to discuss her journey and impact as an artist. To connect with Christina go to FontenelleArt.com.  Continue the conversation with us! Instagram-@misfitsandmysticspod Twitter-@MisfitsMystics Facebook-www.facebook.com/misfitsandmysticspod Email- misfitsandmysticspod@gmail.com

Alicia takes a moment to share some AITA ("Am I the Asshole") stories just to bring a more  lighthearted minisode during this stress filled pandemic we’re all  experiencing. Listen, laugh, and enjoy. Twitter mentioned: aita_reddit Continue the conversation! Instagram-@misfitsandmysticspod, Twitter-@MisfitsMystics, Facebook-www.facebook.com/misfitsandmysticspod, or Email-misfitsandmystics...

Abra and Alicia are finally reunited, sticking together through these uncertain times. We share what we've been up to since physical distancing has become a mandate, tips on how we are adjusting, and share a few laughs along the way.  Resources for COVID-19/Physical Distancing: www.cdc.gov www.who.int https://drive.google.com/open?id=1htY4q6Aq2cg1OU7p2Q6i9x8EZy-aOxgLooUp6kgxZzw (Resources for Free...

Abra's back! This time she's solo, sharing her thoughts on diet culture, living life to the fullest, and reflections on the devastation from the tornadoes in Nashville, TN. **Trigger warning: this episode discusses grief/loss, trauma from natural disasters, eating disorders, food, dieting, and weight.** Song featured: "Better in the Morning" by Dorise. You can purchase her music on CD Baby and iTu...

Alicia and friends discuss the uncommonly spoken, but frequently lived experience of memory loss by way of depression. In addition to sharing their stories, they also share advice and encouragement on moving forward. Thank you to our special guests, Marcell (@MarSale_), Reggie (@Reggie_SoDope), Rachel, and Torie.  Continue the conversation with us!  Instagram-@misfitsandmysticspod Twitte...

Alicia and friends have a candid conversation about preferences, grief, and a little ASMR session.  Continue the conversation with us! Follow us on social media: Instagram @misfitsandmysticspod, Twitter @MisfitsMystics, and Facebook www.facebook.com/misfitsandmysticspod. You can follow Abra on Instagram @abramylesdance and Twitter @abesthedancer. 

This episode is about 3 weeks late, but better late than never! As you listen, you'll notice we recorded this a long time ago and some things have changed since then, but one thing remains the same: WE LOVE YOU, LISTENERS AND WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT. Alicia and Abra reflect on the year and hopes for 2020. New episodes will resume in February!  Continue the conversation! Follow us...

Originally we were supposed to release a bonus episode last week, wrapping up 2019 and sharing our hopes for the new year before going on hiatus. Then, life happened and here we are with a special and vulnerable mini episode. Abra shares some thoughts and does a special motivational for this holiday season. Whatever and however you celebrate (or if you choose not to), we hope that you find peace a...

In this episode, we share a candid conversation with Alicia and her friends breaking down stigmas of being free in our sexuality and experiences of modesty culture in the church.  Continue the conversation with us! Follow us on Instagram @misiftisandmysticspod, Twitter @MisfitsMystics, like our Facebook page www.facebook.com/misfitsandmysticspod or send us an email at misfitsandmysticspod@gma...

Kashif Andrew Graham graces us with a lively and fruitful discussion on finding happiness after coming out, the importance of libraries and having access to information to dismantle supremacy and oppression, and how we can move beyond apologetics and into applicable resources to help us thrive. ******************************************** Kashif Andrew Graham (he/him/his) is Outreach Librarian for...

It's the most wonderful time of year to dismantle myths about the holidays and share in good cheer. Plus, Alicia reminds us that tears are great! 

Abra and Whitney discuss the evolution of the internet and social media and how that is impacting our relationships and connections.  Shameless Plugs: Follow Whitney on Instagram @whxtnxcole and Twitter @ohsowhitit for updates on her classes and performances. Found Youth Movement Ensemble presents "Tame" under direction of Claire Roberts. December 20th at 7pm and December 21st at 2pm and 7pm....

This week we talk about dismantling heteronormativity, polyamory, non monogamy, and clarifying some basic definitions within LGBTQIA+ identities. We also celebrate big changes at the end! Shameless Plugs: Found Movement Group presents Obsession. Thursday, Nov. 7th at 9:30pm and Friday, Nov. 8th at 8:00pm at Flamingo Cocktail Club. Tickets can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/day-1-obses...

Alicia sits down with licensed social worker, Tonia Renee, to talk about abuse in relationships. **TRIGGER WARNING: some of the content discussed may be upsetting to those who have a history with this topic.**  Follow Tonia and learn more about the Kimmy G Foundation  on Instagram @mstoniarenee/@kgwellness_tonia. You can also like her Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Kimmy-G-Founda...