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I mean... Can we discuss? I mean... Can we discuss?
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I mean… can we discuss is the podcast that brings topics that can be debated in different ways while also spotlights the underdogs, the creatives, the indie authors, the people who are finding their way in converting passion projects into a potential profitable business. Host Astrid Ferguson is the Founder of I mean… can we discuss, a podcasting and marketing agency that shines a light on untold narratives. Astrid has written two collections of poetry books & is all too aware of the hurdles indie authors must overcome. Born in Dominican Republic & raised in New York/PA, shares her journey. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/astrid-ferguson/support
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How I’m Learning to Relax and Remain Calm During COVID
In this episode you will listen to all the ways Astrid has been keeping busy while practicing stoicism. It’s easy to worry about all the things we should be doing. Only to be consumed by guilt, frustration, anger and even resentment towards our selves. So listen to how Astrid had the mental shift from should to doing by learning to be still. Understanding that rest is needed and should be had. Come join the Afergtale familia @ https://www.astridferguson.com/Podcast follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/imcwd.podcast
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What’s plaguing us? CYS Podcast, The Shades of Racism in Rape and Musturbation.
Today’s episode was all about the future and how we’re changing. Talks about the thoughts that keep us from taking action, the new changes to come, and remembering that we are still a badass. Listen to this episode to learn about the upcoming workshop The Shades of Racism in Rape; the upcoming Call Your Sister Podcast and how you could be musturbating yourself into doing things you don’t want to do. Go to Astrid Ferguson Instagram https://www.instagram.com/astrid_ferg to learn about the workshop, join the afergtaleville family at https://www.astridferguson.com and who knows? Maybe even volunteer on the thing you always wants to try out.
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What is CYS Nation, Buy Black Friday, and #FREETHEFAMILIES
So IMCWD Podcast is retiring the end of this year. I know that is hard to say but the good news is I am starting a new podcast called Call Your Sister Podcast alongside my sister Alexandra Hodge. Which is the beginning of CYS Nation. My sister and I are crowdfunding to begin our podcast CYS Nation formation. To help us visit bonfire and grab your CYS Nation T-shirt by going here https://www.bonfire.com/store/call-your-sister-merch
So about Buy Black Fridays-- visit my instagram https://www.instagram.com/astrid_ferg to learn more about Buy Black Fridays where I am sharing both what I purchase and black businesses to purchase from. To become better allies we need to amplify our black and brown communities. What better way than to support their black owned businesses?
Lastly, what is #FREETHEFAMILIES-- a movement to help place pressure on our congressmen to release the children and their families together from ICE detention centers. In this episode I tell you more about the complexities of immigration laws and policies. I also share my families experience coming to the United States.
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Why we need to help our black and brown communities NOW
This episode we discuss the importance of WHY it’s necessary to help our black and brown community. Not just because it’s a kind act and the right thing to do. Instead, because they are the nations future. We as black and brown people also have some work to do as a community. In this episode, we discuss the why and how. Become a better ally and while we also learn how to become more united against tolerating racism. We need to actively hold others accountable in remaining anti-racist. We need each other to break the cycle. So let’s continue the conversation to break the cycle. Podcast homepage https://www.astridferguson.com/podcast follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/imcwd.podcast
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Whatchu Say Poet Interview Experience with Host Astrid Ferguson and Jasmine Rose
Astrid Ferguson was recently on the JRose Experience which is a mini series. JRose sits with Poet, Author and Life Coach, Astrid Ferguson for a virtual chat about embracing her decision to become a certified life coach after working in the corporate world for many years. Check out how she’s been able to use her writing skills to change the lives of others. Astrid first met JRose aka Jasmine Rose while she travelled to NYC for open mics to perform spoken word poetry. So in this episode which is also available on Youtube you get a deeper more personal story as to what sparked Astrid to dap into her creative freelance journey. You get to hear her struggles and how much she had to overcome her fears of stage fright and uncertainty to find herself again. She shares how it has been a long journey of trial and error but mostly growth. After overcoming a frightening delivery and postpartum depression she decided to release her first book Molt. Youtube Interview: https://youtu.be/-QPW7xvPAco Host: JRose Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/my_crumbled_thoughts Visit Podcast main page @ https://www.astridferguson.com/podcast and become part of the Afergtaleville Familia
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BONUS Episode about Holding Space for Hard Truths
Holding Space for Hard Truths will be a free event being held via zoom on June 18 6pm-8pm et. Attendees must register. To register go to https://www.astridferguson.com/events or visit event brite. Hope to see you there and begin discussing individual and systemic oppression.
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Customer Reviews
Nia Mora Interview Gave Me Chills!
These women and the way they support and uplift other women is both informative and inspiring. They’re not afraid to get personal, ask the risky questions, or be vulnerable. I love their sense of humor and honesty. Get cozy, and listen to what these strong women have to say. You won’t regret it.