154 episodes
Madness Cafe Raquel Howard and Jennifer Bolanos
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- Society & Culture
A feminist current events/social commentary podcast where we discuss politics, health and wellness and women's rights issues.
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154. Entrepreneurs and Burnout: Information All of Us Can Use with guest Julie Bee
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...
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153. Songs from the Sky with guest Patrice Scott, Jr.
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...
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152. Erotica with guest Rachel Kramer Bussel
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:...
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151. One Woman's Story of Survival in Syria with guest Dr. Amani Ballour
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...
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150. White Women's Tears: The Danger, The Manipulation, The Lessons That Can Be Learned
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!In this week's episode, Raquel and Jennifer tackle the emotionally charged topic of white women's tears and their weaponization. It's a difficult, but necessary, conversation that needs to happen more often. Mentioned in, or consulted for, this episode:How White Women Use Tears as a Weapon | Awesomely LuvvieWhite Woman Tears: These Tears Taste Like Oppression | by Alexandria Bennett | MediumBlack Like Me: S3 Ep. 57: Whi...
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149. The Wise Crone with guest April Brenneman
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!In this week's episode, Raquel and Jennifer speak with guest April Brenneman about her transformation from evangelical Christianity to a wider, inclusive, and liberated spirituality. They also discuss April's work as a Somatic Spiritual Companion and her enthusiastic embrace of The Wise Crone.April Brenneman is a Somatic Spiritual Companion, a Hatha Yoga teacher, and an Embodied Spirituality Teacher. Her passion is for ...