Call Your Sister

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Call Your Sister is a podcast for related and unrelated sisters or CYS everywhere co-hosted by Alexandra Hodge and Astrid Ferguson. Every week, Alex and Astrid call each other to discuss the complexities of motherhood, sisterhood, identity struggles, dating as a single mother, sex and much more. We’re real Latinx sisters who are fiercely opinionated, and not afraid to realtalk each other about everything from (men)strual cycles and body shaming to the Platanos versus Yuccas debates and current identity life drama. We highlight women who are both trying to keep it together and got it all figured out. We also care deeply about the lived experiences of BIPOC and Lantinx women who are just trying to get through the week. We’re here for every facet of women’s humanity because we are a community, a nation of CYS everywhere.

  1. 28 JAN

    End of The Month Tea

    Send us a text In this End of the Month Tea call, Lexy breaks down major current events, celebrity mess, toxic relationships, closure, communication issues, and personal growth. A funny, honest sister talk about choosing peace, setting boundaries, and not arguing your feelings just to be heard. Support the show Stream Call Your Sister wherever you get your podcasts. Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share—it helps more sisters find us! Follow us on our social media accounts: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister Podcast Twitter: @CYS_Pod Email: cysnation@gmail.com

    47 min

  2. 21 JAN

    Life Is Lifing But We’re Here

    Send us a text This week on Call Your Sister, Lexy covers major current events in Iran, Venezuela, and U.S. immigration, checks in on New Year resolutions, and talks honestly about solo parenting and self growth. Real talk, no pressure, just intention and community. Support the show Stream Call Your Sister wherever you get your podcasts. Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share—it helps more sisters find us! Follow us on our social media accounts: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister Podcast Twitter: @CYS_Pod Email: cysnation@gmail.com

    23 min

  3. 7 JAN

    Trust Your Icks!

    Send us a text Happy New Year, mi gente. In this episode we return after a holiday pause to unpack the idea of “the ick” and why it is more than a petty dating moment. What starts as humor evolves into a deeper conversation about intuition, ignored warning signs, relationship red flags, and community accountability. This episode explores how small feelings of discomfort can escalate when they are dismissed, whether in dating, long term relationships, friendships, or within our own communities. Topics covered in this episode include How attraction flips can be intuition, not overreactionWhen charm, speed, and intensity should be questionedWhy ignoring early discomfort often leads to bigger consequencesCommunity grief, safety, and responsibilityDon’t Date BrandonA documentary that follows multiple women who experienced similar emotional manipulation patterns with the same man. The episode discusses how Brandon initially presented as charming, attentive, and emotionally validating, and how early discomfort was dismissed before harmful patterns became clear. Unknown Number: The High School CatfishA Netflix documentary that follows a Michigan high school couple who begin receiving escalating anonymous text messages from an unknown number. What starts as confusing and uncomfortable turns into emotional harassment and community disruption. The episode focuses on how early unease was minimized before the situation became severe.The Danish Deception storyA widely discussed relationship story that circulated on TikTok involving rapid emotional attachment, grand gestures, inconsistent stories, and financial deception. The episode examines how love bombing and emotional intensity can feel flattering at first but often signal deeper manipulation when intuition is ignored.Community reflectionThis episode includes a respectful reflection on the loss of Travelle Martin, a young man from the Reading and Berks County area. Confirmed details referencedTravelle Martin was reported missing in early January 2025Human remains were found on December 28, 2025The remains were discovered near a golf cart path in the Flying Hills area of Cumru Township, Berks CountyAuthorities continue to investigate and work toward providing closure for family and loved onesThe episode emphasizes that this discussion is not about speculation or blame, but about community care, awareness, and learning to take concerns seriously before tragedy occurs.Streaming references Don’t Date Brandon is available on Paramount+Unknown Number The High School Catfish is available on NetflixDanish Deception on TikTok Local reporting reference WFMZ 69 NewsListener note This episode contains discussion of emotional manipulation, harassment, and community loss. Listener discretion is advised. Thank you for listening to Call Your Sister. If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone you trust, and remember to listen to your intuition. Support the show Stream Call Your Sister wherever you get your podcasts. Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share—it helps more sisters find us! Follow us on our social media accounts: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister Podcast Twitter: @CYS_Pod Email: cysnation@gmail.com

    30 min

  4. 06/11/2025

    America,You Good Sis!?

    Send us a text This week’s episode is a reality check and a catch up rolled into one. America just wrapped up another election cycle, bills are still climbing, and open enrollment season is testing everyone’s patience. We’re breaking down what’s actually happening right now and what it means for real people just trying to make it through the month. We’re keeping it factual, calm, and grounded. no panic, no politics, just perspective and connection. What you’ll hear in this episode: updates from the november 2025 elections and what they mean for everyday americansabigail spanberger elected governor in virginia, the first woman to hold that officezohran mamdani becomes new york city’s first muslim and youngest mayor in more than a centurypennsylvania voters retained justices christine donohue, kevin dougherty, and david wecht, keeping the court’s 5-2 democratic majorityhow these results could shape programs like snap, healthcare funding, and local economic policieswhat snap is, who it helps, and how millions of households are feeling the strain as benefits face ongoing delaysfood prices that remain about 17 percent higher than in 2021 and what that looks like for families and communitieswhy the cost of staying healthy keeps rising, with health insurance premiums up again and open enrollment confusion everywherehow financial stress is shaping dating, friendships, and connection in 2025what to expect next as congress debates funding extensions, healthcare subsidies, and inflation controlsimple ways to stay ready and take care of yourself—checking benefits, reviewing plans, finding community help, and protecting your peace references and sources mentioned: ap news, november 5 2025 – virginia and new york city election coveragethe guardian, november 4 2025 – pennsylvania supreme court retention results and national contextbusiness insider, november 2025 – snap payment delays in texas, pennsylvania, and oklahomathe guardian, november 2025 – food insecurity and food bank responseusda, october 2025 – grocery inflation datafeeding america, november 2025 – food bank demand increaseskaiser family foundation (kff), 2025 – health insurance premium statisticswashington post, october 2025 – marketplace plan cost projectionsreuters, september 2025 – employer insurance and cost-sharing trendsnpr, november 2025 – community responses and human impact storiesfederal reserve statement, november 2025 – comments on household debt and interest ratesamerican psychological association, november 2025 – study on social isolation and burnoutAmerica’s trying, but she’s tired. and so are we. The goal isn’t perfection, it’s persistence. this episode is a reminder to plan what you can, rest when you need to, and look out for each other. Listen wherever you stream podcasts and share this episode with someone who needs a calm, honest update this week. Support the show Stream Call Your Sister wherever you get your podcasts. Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share—it helps more sisters find us! Follow us on our social media accounts: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister Podcast Twitter: @CYS_Pod Email: cysnation@gmail.com

    33 min

  5. 22/10/2025

    Stop Making Me Carry the Conversation!!

    Send us a text Dímelo mi gente 💋 it’s your favorite little sis, Lexy and today we’re talking about something that hits too close to home: Why do women always end up carrying conversations with men?  Why does emotional connection sometimes feel like a full-time job? In this episode, we unpack what it really means to communicate, to listen, and to show up even when it’s uncomfortable.  From TikTok social experiments to therapy trends and real-life moments of vulnerability, we’re breaking down why it’s so hard for people to stay present when things get real… and how we can all get better at it. I’m sharing a personal story a moment where I tried to open up to someone I cared about and wasn’t met with the same depth and what it taught me about emotional reciprocity, boundaries, and peace. We’re also diving into current events that show the world is finally catching up: 🧠 California’s new push for men’s mental health, 💚 the rise of “Therapy Bro Summer,” and 💬 Eve Rodsky’s mission to help couples balance emotional labor. So whether you’re the one doing the talking, the one learning to listen, or the one trying to rebuild trust — grab your cafecito, breathe deep, and come sit with me. Because vulnerability isn’t weakness.  It’s how we remind the world — and ourselves — that we’re still human. References Mentioned TikTok creator @alixeggs  — “Tinder Experiment: Controversial Opinions” (2025)University of Arizona (2023) — Study on Gendered Emotional CommunicationPsychology Today (2024) — Why Men Struggle with Emotional IntimacyLove Is Blind, Season 6 (Netflix, 2024)bell hooks — All About Love: New Visions (2000)AP News (2025) — California’s Executive Order on Men’s Mental HealthNew York Post (2025) — “Therapy Bro Summer” Trend on Men’s Mental HealthLe Monde (2025) — Eve Rodsky: The American Helping Couples Balance the Mental LoadSupport the show Stream Call Your Sister wherever you get your podcasts. Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share—it helps more sisters find us! Follow us on our social media accounts: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister Podcast Twitter: @CYS_Pod Email: cysnation@gmail.com

    28 min

  6. 15/10/2025

    From Lip Gloss to Soft Life: Redefining Luxury

    Send us a text Dímelo mi gente—it’s your favorite little sis, Lexy (or Alex… or Ale, depends where you know me from). Before “soft life” became a whole movement, we had our own version of luxury; body sprays, glossy lips, Baby Phat jeans, and Red Lobster dinners. This week, we’re taking a nostalgic trip back to the things we used to think were luxury… and unpacking how the “Soft Girl Era” redefined what that means today. Because real talk... softness doesn’t have to be expensive. Sometimes luxury looks like silence, peace, or just breathing without guilt. In This Episode: Nostalgic luxuries that defined our teenage yearsHow the “Soft Girl” aesthetic took over social mediaThe tension between aspirational luxury and real-life softnessRedefining what luxury and ease look like for us nowFinding softness in simplicity, community, and joy✨ Luxury isn’t about price tags—it’s about peace.  ✨ We’ve always been soft girls; we just called it self-care on a budget. ✨ You can redefine luxury on your own terms—messy bun, dollar-store candle and all. 💌 Question for You: What’s one “luxury” from your younger days that still makes you smile? DM me or send a voice note for a chance to be featured next episode! References: Wikipedia: “Soft Girl” Aesthetic – overview of the trend’s origins and evolution. → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soft_girl Glamour Magazine: “Welcome to the Soft Girl Revolution” – how women are rejecting hustle culture for rest and vulnerability. → https://www.glamour.com/story/welcome-to-the-soft-girl-revolution Thrift & Tangles: “The Legacy of Black Women Claiming the Soft Girl Aesthetic” – reflections on softness, identity, and race. → https://www.thriftsandtangles.com/the-legacy-of-black-women-claiming-the-soft-girl-aesthetic Reddit Thread: “My Thoughts on the Soft Girl Era Trend” – community discussion about the pros, cons, and realities of living the “soft life.” → https://www.reddit.com/r/blackladies/comments/11s44uf/my_thoughts_on_the_soft_girl_era_trendSupport the show Stream Call Your Sister wherever you get your podcasts. Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share—it helps more sisters find us! Follow us on our social media accounts: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister Podcast Twitter: @CYS_Pod Email: cysnation@gmail.com

    26 min

  7. 08/10/2025

    Healing Ain’t Pretty Sis

    Send us a text Dímelo mi gente it’s your favorite little sis, Lexy (or Alex… or Ale, depends where you know me from). After más de un año away, Call Your Sister is back! 💕 In this episode, I get real about what it’s been like stepping away from the mic, why the break was part of my own healing, and how healing is so much more than candles, journals, and IG vibes. The truth? Healing is messy. It’s ugly crying in the car, setting boundaries with people you love, starting over again (and again), and realizing growth doesn’t always look cute. We’re unpacking: Why healing isn’t linear, aesthetic, or something you can do aloneMy own story of hitting pause and finding my way backHow messy healing is still healing🎧 Tune in for honesty, laughter, and maybe even a tear or two—because sis, you don’t have to be perfect to be growing. 💌 Question for you: What’s one part of your healing journey that nobody prepared you for? DM me or send a voice note—I’d love to feature your stories in future episodes. Support the show Stream Call Your Sister wherever you get your podcasts. Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share—it helps more sisters find us! Follow us on our social media accounts: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister Podcast Twitter: @CYS_Pod Email: cysnation@gmail.com

    30 min

  8. 13/03/2024

    2023 Recap (Ukraine vs Russia, Donald Trump, Florida and the Titanic expedition updates)

    Send us a text Did I ghost you? yes but I am sorry. As a sorry for my disappearing act let me provide with updates to some topics we discussed last year: Ukraine vs Russia War by the way is still happeninglisten to original episode here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1253186/12491446 Donald Trump our favorite Cheeto. listen to original episode here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1253186/12491446 Florida / DeSantis Updates. listen to original episode here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1253186/12635331Titanic Expedition explorers may they rest in peace. listen to original episode here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1253186/13081258References:  https://www.usnews.com/news/best-countries/slideshows/a-timeline-of-the-russia-ukraine-conflicthttps://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/16/nyregion/trump-civil-fraud-trial-ruling.htmlhttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/trumps-2024-trials-where-they-stand-and-what-to-expecthttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/supreme-court-trump-ballot-eligibility-colorado/https://eaglenews.org/29280/news/florida-house-bill-999-what-it-is-what-it-isnt-and-its-potential-impact-at-fgcu/https://www.aaastateofplay.com/which-us-states-ban-the-most-books/Support the show Stream Call Your Sister wherever you get your podcasts. Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share—it helps more sisters find us! Follow us on our social media accounts: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister Podcast Twitter: @CYS_Pod Email: cysnation@gmail.com

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Call Your Sister is a podcast for related and unrelated sisters or CYS everywhere co-hosted by Alexandra Hodge and Astrid Ferguson. Every week, Alex and Astrid call each other to discuss the complexities of motherhood, sisterhood, identity struggles, dating as a single mother, sex and much more. We’re real Latinx sisters who are fiercely opinionated, and not afraid to realtalk each other about everything from (men)strual cycles and body shaming to the Platanos versus Yuccas debates and current identity life drama. We highlight women who are both trying to keep it together and got it all figured out. We also care deeply about the lived experiences of BIPOC and Lantinx women who are just trying to get through the week. We’re here for every facet of women’s humanity because we are a community, a nation of CYS everywhere.

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  • Creator
    Alex
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Call Your Sister
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