Shit We Don't Talk About

What happens when men realize the promises of traditional masculinity—power, wealth, dominance—are either unattainable or ultimately unsatisfying? This groundbreaking conversation with sex educators Dr. Karen Rayne and Corbin Knight-Dixon reveals the hidden grief process many men experience when confronting these realities. Twenty years into their work in sexuality education, our guests have witne...

What if we reimagined our relationship with power? What if God wasn't an all-powerful ruler but instead a midwife, standing alongside us through life's messiest moments? In this deeply moving conversation, returning guest Halley Kim introduces a revolutionary framework for understanding power dynamics in religion and politics. Drawing from her background in midwifery and her personal jou...

Watch on YouTube Deborah Burgess returns to discuss power dynamics, religion, and the politics of hate in these unprecedented times. We share insights on how hatred has been weaponized throughout history and is currently being employed in American politics to create division. • Frederick Douglass's prescient 1865 warning about societal oppression and its consequences • How late-stage capitali...

Watch on YouTube Deborah Burgess returns to discuss the evolution of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives from the 1960s to present day, exploring how what began with the Civil Rights movement has grown into a projected $24.4 billion global industry by 2030. • History of DEI from the 1960s with affirmative action to today's comprehensive approaches • Notable milestones including...

What happens when a lifetime of political loyalty no longer feels like enough? Deborah Burgess, scholar and education leader, takes us on a deeply personal journey from dedicated Democrat to politically unaffiliated voter during one of America's most turbulent political eras. Watch on YouTube The decision didn't come easily. After returning from six years in China where she helped build...

"Nobody listened to our ideas, so we decided to take over the market." That fearless approach is how Cecilia Lihv went from cleaning houses as an immigrant to owning a European men's professional football club. In this captivating conversation, Cecilia shares her extraordinary journey from the toxicity of Wall Street to becoming one of only five women in Europe who own professional...

From the dangerous realities of America's maternal healthcare system to the surprising origins of the anti-abortion movement, this episode with Halley Kim exposes truths about women's health that demand our attention. Halley brings a uniquely powerful perspective as a former evangelical pastor's wife, registered nurse, doula, and lactation consultant who has witnessed firsthand the...

What if the parts of your life you're most ashamed of are actually the foundation of your greatest strengths? Meet Sherry Lynne Williams, a woman who has walked an extraordinary path from drug addiction and prostitution to becoming a respected environmental scientist with government clearances. In this profound conversation, Sherry shares how she transformed societal shame into personal sover...

What happens when we finally break the silence about one of humanity's most natural yet stigmatized experiences? Periods affect half the world's population, yet remain shrouded in shame and misunderstanding. This candid conversation bridges generations and cultures as Mia and and her guest Urmi Hossain share their personal experiences with menstruation across different backgrounds. The s...

What if everything you've been told about menopause and metabolism has been fundamentally wrong? In this eye-opening conversation with Dr. Sam Graber, we challenge the "linear path" narrative that has been sold to women for generations and explore how our metabolic health forms the foundation for navigating menopause with greater ease. Dr. Sam doesn't pull any punches as she ex...

Part 1 of a 2 Part Series: The silence around menopause has persisted for too long. Dr. Sam Graber, host of the Unraveling Together podcast, joins Mia to shatter misconceptions and empower women navigating this powerful life transition. "To suffer is not to be female," Dr. Graber states emphatically, challenging generations of conditioning that has normalized women's discomfort. Thi...

Have you ever wondered what it takes to break free from the suffocating grip of corporate patriarchy and redefine your life's mission? Amber Simon did just that when she transitioned from being a high-ranking HR executive in the conservative financial sector to the fearless CEO of Quivr, a luxury adult sexual wellness brand. Amber's journey is nothing short of inspiring, as she courageou...

Imagine sitting behind bars for a crime you didn't commit, feeling the weight of the world's indifference on your shoulders. This is the stark reality we confront alongside Osagie Okuruwa of ⁠The Innocent Convicts⁠ , and ⁠Lynn Currier⁠ of Skweda Solutions, as they share their relentless pursuit of justice for the wrongfully imprisoned. We delve into the harrowing journeys of Jonas Franci...

In this episode, we dive into the importance of recognizing and embracing empathy in our personal AND business lives (which are, let's face it, one and the same for the most part. Guest Loren Sanders is the author of " Empathy Is Not A Weakness: And Other Stories from The Edge" "What makes a great leader? Often, it's our worst leaders and toxic leadership behaviors that te...

YOU KNOW who she is! Tune in for this lively chat with Siobhan Fallon Hogan about her upcoming independent film, Shelter in Solitude (in AMC & Regal theaters October 6), and just life in general, including her journey as a writer & producer, the production company Emerald Caz Productions that she started with her husband Peter and their son Peter Munson Hoban in 2019. Siobhan's backgr...

Episode 80 Guest is Jameson Johnson / Ophelia Peaches . Jameson is and has always been Genderfluid. As young as four years old, they were wearing princess dresses and pirate costumes interchangeably without preference. Growing up in Colorado in a low-income, single-parent household as a Domestic Violence survivor, Jameson understands what it is like to be Queer and powerless. At the age of thirtee...

Episode 79 guest is Corbin Knight-Dixon, a sexuality educator, learning coach, and advocate. In this episode, we dive into the topic of Far Right Fairy Tales, the manufactured culture war on education, and many other things including trans rights, critical race theory, sex education, and more. Corbin Knight-Dixon, MS, is an educator, trainer, and advocate in Upstate New York with 15+ years of expe...

Hey, welcome to Episode 78 of Shit We Don't Talk About. My guest is Cindy Fossouo, CEO & Founder of Information Systems Builder a branding and marketing company for Tech Startups. In this episode, Cindy shares her journey of navigating the dating world as a young female CEO. More about our guest: Cindy Fossouo is the CEO of Information Systems Builder based in San Francisco. They help tec...

Welcome to Episode 77 of Shit We Don’t Talk About. My guest is Kevin Hyer, CEO of The Hyer Calling Foundation , Inc., a Philadelphia based 501(c)(3) that destigmatizes the disease of addiction in the workplace. In this episode, Kevin shares his own personal story of addiction and how he now helps to tackle addiction stigma. More about Kevin: Kevin Hyer, Esq. is CEO of The Hyer Calling Foundation,...

The topic is Living Organ Donation and the guest is Colleen Hjort-Frederiksen is a Living Donor Support Manager with The National Kidney Foundation AND a Living Kidney Donor. Tune in to hear her personal story & also find out how to be a Living Organ Donor (and how surprisingly easy it can be to donate).  Want to know more about living donation? Check out the National Kidney Foundation website...

Ending the year right proper with a rousing super-long (that's what she said) episode featuring one of my favorites, Drew Linsalata of The Anxious Truth.  The List of Grievances is extensive & topics include: Festivus For the Rest of Us The Pressure of the Holidays The Nap Ministry - Rest is Resistance (Mia's new mid-grade obsession) Strong People - Why is no one checking on us? Bull...

Guest Rebecca Bee Bromberg fills us in on what exactly IS Somatic Healing, why its a great complement and/or alternative to plant medicine, and details the 5 somatic modalities.  More about our Guest: Rebecca Bromberg is a body-mind healing coach and recovering perfectionist. She helps professionals and entrepreneurs transform from running on fumes in survival mode to thriving with calm confidence...

Getting organized may seem like it's talked about a lot but that usually involves a lot of quick fixes & shame-based patterns. Tune in as Mia talks with Professional Organizer, JoAnn Krall - we dive into it! So take some notes because we definitely did. More about our Guest: JoAnn Krall is a Professional Organizer who works with people that struggle with organization in their homes, busin...

Guest April Kelly discusses her motherhood journey including postpartum depression, restricted milk supply, medical gaslighting, doula birthing, and more. More about April and her journey: Just a few years ago, April Kelly and her family were celebrating one of the most joyous times of their lives, bringing home their new baby. Like most parents, she and her husband experienced the full range of e...

What a privilege to sit down with my friend Antonio (Tony) Harvey and discuss his experience of being a Black man in the news media machine for 30 years which is eye-opening & informative. Tony also shares stories of growing up in Illinois (we went to Champaign Central High School together - Class of '83 - Go Mighty Maroons!), tales of the Great Migration in his family history, and his ow...