Happily Opinionated Adam and Beth Kail

In this episode, Beth tells us the story of Gayle Newland of Manchester, UK. Without giving too much away, Gayle held an intimate relationship with someone while pretending to be someone else, and it all blew up (and resulted in her having charges brought against her). In this episode, we talk about all the moving parts in this story and some other interesting topics come to the surface around transgender rights and relationships.Love Happily Opinionated? Share us with a friend. The best way ...

This week we went through some of The 55 Most Thought-Provoking Questions to make you think from The Cut, and we got our title of this weeks' podcast from one of our answers. If that doesn't hook you enough to listen to this one, we don't know what will. After the heaviness of the previous few weeks, it was fun to have a lighter, still somewhat meaningful, discussion.We drank wine from Viansa. Check it out. Love Happily Opinionated? Share us with a friend. The best way for us to keep doi...

In this episode, we talk about the harmful effects of Purity Culture. Whatever the intentions were/ are, the movement has failed to recognize the harmful rhetoric it created and how it has hurt many people who grew up in this environment. And, they’re speaking out about it… in MASSES!Maybe you grew up in an evangelical environment that taught purity culture or maybe this entire topic sounds foreign to you. Either way, you are going to have thoughts and feelings on this episode. You’ll either ...

Would you believe me if I told you that the placement of the United States major highways was constructed to perpetuate racism and segregation? This week we talked about the racist nature of the interstate highway system in the United States, and how most all major cities used roads and highways to segregate our communities and disadvantage minorities. This was a truly mind-blowing podcast.Sources:The GothamistThis racist YAF tweetThe Washington PostLove Happily Opinionated? Share...

On April 20, 2021, a jury found Derek Chauvin Guilty on all three charges brought against him. David Podhaskie, who followed the case, joins us to talk about the case, the verdict, and what it means for America.Love Happily Opinionated? Share us with a friend. The best way for us to keep doing what we do is if more people can find us and we need your help. Thank you, friends. Follow Us and React: InstagramTwitterFacebook What's your opinion on today's episode? We'd love t...

In this episode, Adam and Beth talk through the painful reality of where America is today in race relations. Daunte Wright's tragic death and the continual harassment being perpetrated against the AAPI community can’t go unnoticed. Although these subjects are difficult and discouraging, it’s important we keep a spotlight on these issues and advocate for social justice for these marginalized communities. Our hope is that you are motivated to do your part as an ally. And if you are a person who...