We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women

He read our MINDS but actually, we read HIS mind! The Magic Mentalist, was AMAZING! You'll hear a bit of Michael Gutenplan's show at the beginning of the episode with our live guests. Sonni then chats with the third generation psychic, mentalist and magician about the REAL secret to mind reading and mentalism. Everything Michael does is REAL and you'll discover why Michael's show is actually about...

This week’s guest is holistic doctor Dr. Brooke Stuart and she is here to HEAL US, BABY. Did you know that your physical health directly correlates to our mental health? This week we are talking about shifting our perspective in order to heal, and Dr. Brooke has some amazing takeaways. From what to change in your diet and sleep routines, to simple breathing exercises that can help you ground yours...

Anyone else ready to say BUH BYE to 2020? Yeah, me too. But does 2021 have anything better in store? That's what I'm talking about today with Lumi , The Celestial Astrologer , today. What does the new year have in store for us? How do we need to prepare spiritually, energetically, even financially? We get into ALLLL of that and more, and we also talk about the science behind astrology. We promise...

You know those moments -- in the car for a drive or taking a long walk - and you have no CLUE what podcast to listen to next, after listening to We Gotta Talk of course? Is there an app for that? Yes, yes there is, enter Goodpods. Imagine getting a good podcast recommendation from Kim Kardashian West, Simon Sinek, Katie Couric or even your BFF. That's the social power behind this brilliant app. JJ...

Where do you actually get the news? Not opinion or panels or dare we say "fake news" but the basic facts, the 411 about what's actually going on? That question is what prompted former anchor of Fox News Channel, Jenna Lee to start SmartHER News which is fueled by facts. No political or personal bias. This week we ask Jenna for all the facts on the General Election 2020 why it matters, how it works...

Hi friends! This special BONUS episode is all about finding spirituality in these crazy times. My friend and psychotherapist, Niro Feliciano, interviewed me for her podcast, All Things Life, and the conversation was so great, I had to share it here too. We talk all about my search for spirituality beyond religion--including my recent meeting with a medium and my birth charting with an astrologer,...

You've seen it everywhere--a mom needing a glass of wine to survive parenting. The internet is rife with drunk moms in Facebook memes and in TikTok videos. Maybe you've experienced it in real life with a happy hour play date. Not all moms are drinkers though; in fact, there's an entire squad of Sober Moms, and the movement is only growing. This week we'll talk to Celeste Yvonne, a co-founded of th...

You've heard about saging your home, but how do you actually do it? How do you clear the energy in your space? Certified Medium, Gloria J. Warner walks you through all the steps, tells you what to say and shows you how to cleanse your space and life to create a deeper sense of calm. We learn how spirituality and religion can coexist and even hear messages from the other side!  Gloria also sha...

Do you pee when you sneeze? Or maybe when you do jumping jacks? How about when you have a coughing fit? Well sister, you are NOT ALONE! Pelvic floor health is one of the FIRST things to go as we age, and especially after we have kids, and it’s an often-ignored part of our overall wellness. We break down all the functions of our pelvic floor health, what it is really connected to, and how to make t...

Is pornography ruining relationships and our teenagers' ideas of what sex is? On this week's episode of We Gotta Talk, licensed therapist Sam Tielemans of Healing Couples Solution , who specializes in pornography addiction and its impact on relationships, is here to dig deep on this touchy topic: * How can you tell if there’s a problem in your relationship? * Is porn considered cheating? * How do...

She's hysterical, she's hot, she's HERE TO TALK!! In this episode of my talk show and podcast I talk with comedian (and high school friend!) JC Coccoli, whose comedy touches on everything from climate change to addiction, to losing teeth in the middle of having sex. (Not her teeth.) In this episode we talk life as a comedian, how Me Too hit the industry, what it's like to make it as a writer and c...

This is a GOOD ONE because I know so many of you, like me, want to know actionable things we can do to improve our health. Gone are the days when we see a doctor once a year and hope for the best in between appointments. Now, with a plethora of testing, supplementation and lifestyle options, we can take charge of our own health like never before. That's why this week's topic, PROACTIVE HEALTH, is...

I call them "second chapters." Reinventions. Pivots. Career changes or shifts. They're brought on by all sorts of life experiences, but the reason behind them is usually the same: Many of us experience life events that force us to reconsider how we earn our living, or funnel our passions. After stumbling across Ideamix online a few months back, I was struck by the ingenuity of a group dedicated to...

This week's episode is all about infidelity, with love coach Sandy Weiner from Last First Date. Boy oh boy, do we dig in. And YES, we answered YOUR questions you submitted too! Is it possible to stay with a cheater? What are the signs of an affair? Why do people cheat in the first place? What steps does she recommend for healing? Sandy is an internationally-known TEDx speaker, a woman's love and e...

We gotta talk... about how to find mom friends! It's not easy, but mom friends are crucial to surviving and thriving in parenthood. Ashley Hearon-Smith and Keri Setaro of the Momtourage Podcast, join Sonni Abatta to dig deep on the topic. Follow Sonni: https://www.wegottatalk.com/ IG @WeGottaTalkwithSonni Follow the Guests: https://www.momtouragepodcast.com/  IG @MomtouragePodcast

Well here we are! The last episode of 30 Something before this show transitions over to the new name, We Gotta Talk with Sonni, and it's AMAZING. Dana is a childhood friend and in this ep we go on a trip down memory lane of all things being 80s/90s kids, growing up in Pittsburgh, her work at Triller, her recent cross-country move with a kid during quarantine, and her journey as a mom to a toddler...

In this solo episode, I'm telling you for the first time about some BIG changes set to happen with 30 Something! We're EVOLVING, PEOPLE!!! New name, new mission, and even JUICIER topics are coming your way! Get your first listen here! Also, a roundup of how sending the kids back to school went (spoiler alert: LOTS OF TEARS... mainly all mine), and a quick roundup of Hollywood gossip because, why t...

Sweet Jesus do we need some LEVITY these days, am I right? This week’s episode is ready to deliver! Steve Helling is a the senior crime reporter at People Magazine, but he also covers the celebrity beat quite a bit, and this episode is all about unplugging, letting go of our worries and just going in hard on some old-fashioned GOSSIP. Are you ready?! I am! We talk SO much, but here are a few thing...

Are you ready to geek out on skin care talk?! 'Cause I AM!!! This week’s episode is with the founder of Bynacht skincare, Jessica Hoyer. Translated from German, “by nacht” means “by night,” and that’s the mantra behind this line, which features products that harness your skin’s own regenerative powers that peak while you’re sleeping. I’m not kidding when I say I COVER myself in their Perfect Night...

“Should I send my kids back to school?” How many times have you asked yourself that question in the past month? It feels like an IMPOSSIBLE decision to make for many parents, and today I’m here to help! I have educational psychologist Dr. Michelle Tichy on the show, weighing the pros and cons of sending kids back to school face-to-face, or going virtual. Whatever you choose, we see and support you...

Today’s episode is all about FEMALE FRIENDSHIPS. You know, the relationships that save your damn soul, and also can be the most challenging and complicated relationships ever. My fave, cognitive psychotherapist Niro Feliciano, is back, digging into this juicy topic with me, and we go deep on all things friendship. We talk: + Why female friendships are so important + Why they’re different from rela...

This episode is essential. And I don’t say that lightly. The first thing you need to know about Alicia Kozakiewicz—or Alicia Kozak—is that she’s a survivor. A badass. A woman who lived through a literal nightmare, who now uses her experience to educate and protect children everywhere. Alicia’s story is one of overcoming—overcoming the most intense trauma you can imagine. You’ll hear Alicia tell he...

Yeah yeah, you already know all about WHY probiotics are so important. But did you know that there is a specific time you should take them in relation to your meal, and what you should avoid eating right after? And that there is a difference between liquids and capsules? I'm so excited about this episode with Anjali Pati, founder and chief brain behind Kashaya Probiotics. Anjali used her education...

The conversation about race in America continues; you know why? Because it NEEDS to. To do better, it's important we talk... and talk some more. Although we will make mistakes again and again, we must keep the conversations and the questions going. On that note, this week's episode is all about having the tough talks that I hope will help propel us forward. Secily Wilson is a freelance journalist...

In this quick episode, Shanna Windle from Shine Wellness and I talk about how to master intuitive eating. Take this simple step to become more in tune with VISCERAL INTELLIGENCE, and learn how to feed your body with both what it wants and needs. More Shanna: IG @Shine_Wellness www.shinewellness.org More Me: IG @SonniAbatta www. Sonni.e