Misfits & Mystics Podcast

We continue our relationships series talking about friendship, platonic connection, and relationship hierarchy and anarchy.  Shameless Plugs:  Follow Abra on Instagram @abramylesdance for exclusive updates on performances and projects. You can catch her dancing at The Witching Hour at The Bowery Vault on Thursday, October 24th at 7pm.  KEMET Mind Body Soul Clean Up Day | October 29t...

Continued from last week, Alicia continues to dive in with her friends and about love and sex.  Follow us on social media and keep the conversation going: Instagram @misfitsandmysticspod, Twitter @MisfitsMystics, and email misfitsandmysticspod@gmail.com

Alicia has some chill table conversation with her friends about sex and love. It got crazy and there was plenty  to discuss. Need to laugh? This is the episode for you. Mature content, so be mindful!   Shameless Plugs: Get your copy of Activist Theology by Dr. Robyn Henderson Espinoza w/ poetry by Ree Bell anywhere you get your books! The Withing Hour w/ Fimone every Thursday in October...

We are in a new series this month all about relationships! This week we discuss our experiences and perspectives on dating and being in relationship with others that hold some form of radical difference from us, whether it be someone of a difference race, faith tradition, political affiliation, etc.  Shameless Plug: Found Movement Group presents "Obsession" on October 3rd at Flamingo Cocktail Club...

This week we are talking about validation. Where does it come from? Why do we feel we need it? Can we be assured that love is available, even when we aren't feeling validated?  Shameless Plugs:  Activist Theology Book Launch- September 29th @6:30pm | White Avenue Studio- 2517 White Avenue Nashville, TN 37204 | https://www.eventbrite.com/e/activist-theology-book-launch-tickets-64918544113...

We’re back! This week we reflect on what we’ve been up to during our hiatus. We also examine where we are mentally/emotionally, physically, and spiritually and offer one another support through our process.  Shameless Plugs: Activist Theology Book Launch- September 29th @6:30pm | White Avenue Studio- 2517 White Avenue Nashville, TN 37204 | https://www.eventbrite.com/e/activist-theology-book-launch...

We are wrapping our Sex Series with special guest, Nomi. We dive into a fun and interesting conversation about the intersection of sex and spiritual practice and maintaining healthy dialogue about sex with kids.  We are taking a hiatus for the rest of this month. Stay tuned for new episodes in September! Follow us on social media to stay in touch. Instagram: @misfitsandmysticspod | Twitter: @...

We’re taking it up a notch this week with a conversation about kinks and BDSM, as we continue our series on sex! Shameless Plugs: This week we are including a list of resources to further your exploration on sex topics and highlighting folks that have more info than we do. Check them out!   Stevie Boebi- Youtuber, Sex Educator | https://www.youtube.com/user/SassiBoB  Sex Positive Families, LLC | ...

Mercury Retrograde is real, so the sound is a little wonky this week….BUT despite technical difficulties, we are still here to give you part 3 our sex series! This week we talk about orgasms with a very special guest, Nomalanga (stay tuned for her featured episode July 30th).    Continue the conversation with us! Instagram: @misfitsandmysticspod | Twitter: @MisfitsMystics | Facebook: www.facebook....

We continue our Sex Series, as we dive a little deeper into purity culture, virginity (and myths surrounding that), and sexual ethics that center celibacy and abstinence.    Shameless Plugs: Shout out to our new recurring co-host, Whitney! Be sure to follow her on Instagram @whxtnxcole and check out her photography @whxtpxcs.  Check out Dej Monae’s new album, Grownish on your streaming services. I...

This week we have our friend and new recurring guest co-host, Whitney, returning to the podcast to help kick off our new series for this month centered around SEX!    Shameless Plugs: Check out Kevin Garcia’s “Good Christian Sex” series and their Q Christian Conference Workshop: “Let’s Talk About Sex(ual) Ethics on YouTube! You can find Kevin on Instagram @thekevingarcia and Twitter @thekevingarci...

Is it possible that sometimes the art we create and express can go too far? Where do we draw the line of when the art we are presenting is traumatizing or re-traumatizing the audience/spectator or even the performer/participant? Shameless Plugs: Intimacy Directors International www.teamidi.org Follow Found Movement Group on Instagram @fmgdance for updates on open community classes in Nashville! Ab...

It's a bonus episode! We continue to celebrate Pride by featuring highlights from candid interviews with Abra and friends. Conversations include reflections and exploring nuance within gender, sexuality, coming out, dancing, and chosen family. Thank you Maura (they/them), Claire (she/her), Marah (she/her), and Whitney (she/her) for your willingness to be open and share your stories. Continue the c...

This week, we wrap up our Signs & Wonders series, as we talk about dreams and visions. We also continue to celebrate Pride and Juneteenth by shouting out some events and folks that are in the business of liberation and healing!   Shameless Plugs: We Remember Nashville: Week of Remembrance | June 18th-23rd | For details on events visit their website here: https://www.weremembernashville.org/events...

It’s Pride Month, so this episode is dedicated to spreading the gay agenda! Whitney Gaston joins us again to spread some queer joy and insight. We also dive into the history of Pride, its significance in the liberation of LGBTQ+ people, tips for celebrating (or not celebrating), and lots of shameless plugs centered around our favorite queer creators, artists, activists, and leaders.   Our Favorite...

Meagan Good doesn’t like going to church because some of us can’t mind our business. This sparks us to reflect on toxic church culture and how it causes people to cross the line between “correcting in love” vs violating boundaries. Our inclination to judge should never triumph over our calling to love. Shameless Plug: Check out Imaginarium bi-monthly gatherings in Nashville, TN. Follow them on soc...

Show Description:   This episode we are highlighting some of our favorite “atypical” artists such as painters, poets, designers, and even ASMR! We also have Joseph Clark join us for a special business spotlight. We promise he will be back on the show really soon! Until then, check out his new business, Momentum by visiting his website josephclarkandco.com and following him on Instagram & Twitter @...

On this week’s episode we talk about how the effects of one’s mental health can affect relationships. Whether it is a significant other, a sibling, or even a coworker we recognize our past situations that were affected when we were not our best. Shameless Plugs: Follow Maryam Hasnaa on Instagram and Twitter @maryamhasnaa and check out her work at her website: www.maryamhasnaa.com Follow Found Move...

On this episode, we are discussing why people can’t take a step back and mind their business! Our focus being on the consistent subject matter of abortion policies and recent subtopics like the #SexStrike. We share our thoughts, feelings, and concerns as well as others within the social media world leading to the conclusion that our bodies belong to us alone. Article references: https://www.nytime...

SURPRISE! It's a bonus episode! What happens when you have 3 PKs (preacher/pastor's kids) from 3 different denominations in one room?! Whitney Gaston joins us again in this impromptu conversation about the good, bad, hilarious, and sometimes traumatizing experiences of growing up in church as a PK. Our conversation got cut short, because we had to get ready for a concert...so I guess that means yo...

This episode was difficult. After an awkward introduction, we attempt to have a conversation about collective grief and how we process loss. We also celebrate the life and mourn the death of Rachel Held Evans. We are grateful for her life, work, and legacy. We pray for peace and comfort to her family and loved ones. You can tangibly support her family, as they will have to handle medical expenses,...

This week, we continue our conversation on signs and wonders, focusing on the Holy Spirit and some of the many charismatic gifts we have encountered in the church and our personal lives. Abra also announces the launch of her new movement class, Mystic Flow. Stay tuned for details! Shameless Plugs: Found Movement Group is proud to announce that we have our own space, located in the Wedgewood/Housto...

In this episode, we have a laugh reminiscing our experiences growing up in church and the good things (and not so good things) that exist specifically within the black church. Shameless Plugs: Evolving Faith Conference is October 4th & 5th in Denver, CO. Get your tickets here: www.evolvingfaithconference.com and you can follow the conference on most social media platforms! Please join us in liftin...

We kick off our series, Queering Dance, where we highlight different LGBTQ+ dance artists and how their identities and lived experiences are shaping their artistry. This week, Whitney Gaston sits down with Abra to unpack her coming out process and what it means to disrupt the spaces she occupies as a queer black woman. Follow her and her work on Instagram @whxnxcole and Twitter @ohsowhitit! Contin...

This week, we have recreation therapist, Kathy W. to share some knowledge and bring visibility to recreational therapy and its benefit to our mental health. Recreational Therapy Resources here: https://www.atra-online.com/ Follow us on social media and keep the conversation going! Instagram: @misfitsandmysticspod Twitter: @MisfitsMystics Like and share our Facebook page! Email: misfitsandmysticspo...