Our Rude Awakening

You won't believe what happened to Shaun. Tune in to hear what happens when people stop being polite and start getting nosy (and handsy)!  Join the ORA community! Follow us on Instagram and Threads (@rudeawakeningpod) and X (@ourrudepod).  Let us know what you think about today's topic.  Want ORA to cover a subject in a future episode? Hit us up in DM or email us at contact@ourrudeawaken...

 It's Thanksgiving in America. It's the time of year when we get ready to fill our bellies and gird our loins against the inevitable onslaught of shady but well-intentioned advice, opinions about our life choices and discussions about all manner of topics that should be avoided. Well, fear not! This week, we've come armed with a host of do's and don'ts as well as some stra...

It's time to report on your unhappy list. Who wants to go first? This week, Myzie and Chan tackle a few items on their own unhappy lists and then dive head first into chapters 3 and 4 of the Mountain Is You. Whose up for a microshift? Tune in to learn more and jump in the comments to share your thoughts and questions.   Join the ORA community! Follow us on Instagram and Threads (@rudeawakenin...

This week Myzie and Chan take on a topic that is dividing the world: The Israeli-Hamas War. They talk through the history and have an honest conversation about the binary fallacy that is demanding that everyone choose a side. Is that the right approach? Can you condemn and also have compassion or must you pick a side? Can there ever be peace and what does peace actually mean? Tune in for a tough b...

Trick or Treat? Myzie's back at it with the spooky season trivia and ready to stump Shaun with some confectionary questions. Tune in and play along!  Join the ORA community! Follow us on Instagram and Threads (@rudeawakeningpod) and X (@ourrudepod).  Let us know what you think about today's topic.  Want ORA to cover a subject in a future episode? Hit us up in DM or email us at contact@ou...

We teased you last week, but now its time to dive in! We're kicking off the book club series. In our first discussion about The Mountain is You (Brianna Wiest), we're defining self-sabotage and talking about how you (and we) can start identifying and breaking the beliefs, habits and upbringing that led you down the path to self-sabotage in the first place.  Come for a listen. Leave with...

More and more, society seems to be alarmed by the age of our politicians. Mitch McConnell's freezing episodes. Donald Trump having to take an IQ test to prove mental capacity.  Joe Biden being perceived more as a sleepy/drunk uncle than a commanding leader.  You see it and you see everyone talking about it. IEnter the Hot Topic. We had to ask the questions: Should there be an age limit (maxim...

Let's try this again! The ORA read along is back. This time, we're reading The Mountain is You by Brianna Wiest and we will be a little more like a book club and less like a couple of shame-faced kids who aren't ready to turn in their book report.  Each week, we'll be checking in to discuss a few chapters and talk through some of the exercises encouraged in the book. You can ge...

Myzie is chasing freedom and Chan is figuring out how to thrive.  Tune in for an honest conversation about goals set, achieved and (sometimes) deferred. Then, chime in. The ORA community wants to know how you're doing with your 2022 goals and how your strategies for continuing to meet them are working.  Join the ORA community! Follow us on Instagram (@rudeawakeningpod) and Twitter (@ourrudepo...

Solange said, Don't Touch My Hair." India Arie said, "I am Not My Hair." Willow said, "I Whip My Hair." Myzie and Chan said, its time we talk about why the world is trying to police hair - particularly when it comes to natural styles worn by people of color. The latest headlines about hair discrimination have  led to a resurgence in the push to get the CROWN Act passe...

This week,  Myzie and Chan talk "tipflation."  Tipflation is a term used to describe the recent  expansion of gratuity to more industries, as opposed to its traditional place in  full-service restaurants.  It seems like everywhere you go, there's a revolving tablet asking you to sign and tip for service. What's that all about? When are we obligated to tip? When is ok to decline...

This week Myzie and Chan talk about bringing your authentic self to work. Join in for a deep dive deep into the world of psychological safety, its impact on the workplace and how it influences people to show up whole.  Join the ORA community! Follow us on Instagram (@rudeawakeningpod) and Twitter (@ourrudepod).  Let us know what you think about today's topic. Want ORA to cover a subject in a...

Saddle up! Myzie has a story to tell and we want to hear your thoughts. We know you'll be talking back to your phone like you're a member of the podcast. Get in the comments and weigh in!  Join the ORA community! Follow us on Instagram (@rudeawakeningpod) and Twitter (@ourrudepod).  Let us know what you think about today's topic. Want ORA to cover a subject in a future episode? Hit...

Special announcement! Myzie and Chan are doing a thing and want you to join.  ORA is starting a read along of sorts. It's not as formal as a book club but we are trying to do more reading in our little corner of the world. We're kicking things off with a book that teaches us how to make sense of the conspiracy theory culture that seems to dominate social outlets these days. Pick up or do...

Everything is a mess and people suck! At least, that is how Myzie and Chan feel this week. Join them to process events that were more than a little rude on a special venting episode of ALR.  Join the ORA community! Follow us on Instagram (@rudeawakeningpod) and Twitter (@ourrudepod).  Let us know what you think about today's topic. Want ORA to cover a subject in a future episode? Hit us up in...

On this week's ORA, Myzie and Chan discuss the importance of human contact on overall wellbeing. Get your favorite hug buddy, snuggle up and have a listen.  Join the ORA community! Follow us on Instagram (@rudeawakeningpod) and Twitter (@ourrudepod).  Let us know what you think about today's topic. Want ORA to cover a subject in a future episode? Hit us up in DM or email us at contact@ou...

It's time for another hot topic! This week Myzie and Chan discuss the backlash to Ciara's Vanity Fair afterparty dress and Jonathan Majors' Ebony cover.  What's really fueling the reactions? Is it pure trolling or is there a deeper current of misogyny, homophobia and judgment that needs to be outed and discussed? The hosts weigh in.  Join the ORA community! Follow us on Instagr...

"It's okay to be White". Do you agree or disagree?  Is this a benign statement or are you aware it's been used as a White supremacist dog whistle? If you do know this and say disagree, or are confused and say not sure, then you just might be racist. In today's episode Myzie and Chan discuss  the fallout from a Rasmussen poll that seems to say almost half of all Black peopl...

Join Myzie and Chan as they discuss changing language in an evolving society and try to find balance without imposing offense. Then join them by the virtual bonfire as they cast words and phrases that burn them up into the flames.  Join the ORA community! Follow us on Instagram (@rudeawakeningpod) and Twitter (@ourrudepod).  Let us know what you think about today's topic. Want ORA to cover a...

Join Myzie and Chan for a very special,  eco-conscious episosde of A Little Rude (ALR)- just kidding! Like most ALRs, this one doesn't dive too deep, but our hosts do talk about a small way you can make a big difference in your water consumption. It promises to be less work for you (and Chan) if Myzie can convince you to change your habits. Join the ORA community! Follow us on Instagram (@rud...

Join Chan and a special guest for a bonus episode about love. 'Tis the Valentine's season after all.   Join the ORA community! Follow us on Instagram (@rudeawakeningpod) and Twitter (@ourrudepod).  Let us know what you think about today's topic. Want ORA to cover a subject in a future episode? Hit us in DM or email us at contact@ourrudeawakening.com . 

This week, Myzie and Chan discuss the traditional wife or "tradwife" movement and whether it is all about aesthetics or if something more sinister is afoot.  Jump down the rabbit hole with them as they explore this trending topic and all it triggers for our hosts. Join the ORA community! Follow us on Instagram (@rudeawakeningpod) and Twitter (@ourrudepod).  Let us know what you think abo...

Myzie and Chan kick off 2023 by taking a look back at the top five episodes of 2022. They also reminisce of a few favorites of their own. Join in this week for a trip down ORA memory lane.  Join the ORA community! Follow us on Instagram (@rudeawakeningpod) and Twitter (@ourrudepod).  Let us know what you think about today's topic. Want ORA to cover a subject in a future episode? Hit us in DM...

This week, Myzie and Chan discuss anti-vax conspiracy theorists and their siege of Demar Hamlin's collapse to spread misinformation.  Join the ORA community! Follow us on Instagram (@rudeawakeningpod) and Twitter (@ourrudepod).  Let us know what you think about today's topic. Want ORA to cover a subject in a future episode? Hit us in DM or email us at contact@ourrudeawakening.com .   

Myzie and Chan kick off the year with a fun episode discussing a recent study about the intelligence of dogs. Chan's pup, Lola, makes a guest appearance.  Join the ORA community! Follow us on Instagram (@rudeawakeningpod) and Twitter (@ourrudepod).  Let us know what you think about today's topic. Want ORA to cover a subject in a future episode? Hit us in DM or email us at contact@ourrude...