Madness Cafe Raquel Howard and Jennifer Bolanos

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Women are woefully underrepresented in politics in the United States. (https://www.statista.com/topics/10417/women-in-politics-in-the-us/#topicOverview) But there's one organization dedicated to changing that - EMILYs List, the nation's largest resource for women in politics.EMILYs List works to elect Democratic pro-choice women up and down the ballot and across the country with a goal of fighting for our rights and com...

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!This week Raquel and Jennifer speak with guest Afarin Ordubadi Bellisario about her novel Silenced Whispers which tells the story of a young Iranian woman's fight for freedom and love amid the struggle between tradition and modernity at the beginning of the 20th century. Historical fiction that holds lessons for today's society. Where to find Afarin Ordubadi Bellisario:Afarin's Website: www.afarin.netBook website: www.s...

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!This week, Raquel and Jennifer speak with Julie Bee - an award-winning entrepreneur who’s been dubbed the “small business fixer” by her clients and peers. With over 15 years in the entrepreneurial field, Julie has solidified her reputation as a dynamic consultant, a riveting speaker, and a leader who sheds light on the darker side of business ownership. Having been celebrated by Fast Company and Forbes, Julie’s insights...

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!In this week's episode, Raquel and Jennifer speak with Patrice Scott, Jr., recent graduate in Film and Video Production at Grand Valley State University, about the collaborative journey of creating his short film Songs from the Sky, his college journey, and how art can bring people together. Ways to connect with Patrice:Website: Patrice ScottEmail: contact@patricescott.artInstagram: @patricesroomSupport the Show.Be part...

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!What comes to mind when you hear the word "erotica"? This week's conversation with guest erotica author Rachel Kramer Bussel may change your mind. Or maybe it won't, but why not listen to the episode and see what comes up. Raquel and Jennifer talk to Rachel about her new book, Lap Dance Lust: A Collection of Erotic Stories, as well as the joys and benefits of erotica.Where to find Rachel Kramer Bussel:Newsletter: https:...

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!In this episode, Raquel and Jennifer talk to Dr. Amani Ballour about her experience of survival during Syria's civil war. Dr. Ballour is a distinguished Syrian pediatrician, activist and author. Her memoir, The Cave: A Secret Underground Hospital and One Woman’s Story of Survival in Syria depicts her experience running an underground hospital during the Syrian conflict, facing chemical attacks and her eventual displacem...