Phones Out!

Xochil Springer & Alyson Castonguay | Pop Culture & Women Empowerment
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Phones Out! Where you can have a little laugh, a little talk, be a little judgy, and ask the silly questions. Join two rural, politically active friends, Xochil and Alyson, as we talk about Feminism, Antiracism, Music, Pop Culture, Trauma Recovery, Work, Public Policy, Effective leadership in rural areas, Friendship, Food, Fun, and so much more. We're full of stories and our time together is always full of laughter. We're so glad you've joined us. So Phones Out! Let's talk! Xochil Springer - "Life changer supporting teens and adults in finding their voice and path." https://www.bigcartel.com/resources/blog/article/why-you-need-an-executive-board Alyson Castonguay - Audio Engineer, Community Organizer https://airmedia.org/talent/alyson-castonguay Write to us! phonesoutpodcast@gmail.com Find us on IG @phonesoutpodcast

  1. Phones Out 50th Episode! 📞

    5d ago

    Phones Out 50th Episode! 📞

    Phones Out! Where we can have a little laugh, a little talk, be a little judgy, and ask the silly questions. Come join two rural, politically active friends, Xochil and Alyson as we talk about Feminism, Antiracism, Music, Pop Culture, Trauma Recovery, Work, Public Policy, Effective leadership in rural areas, Friendship, Food, Fun, and so much more. We're full of stories and our time together is always full of laughter. We're so glad you've joined us. So Phones Out! Let's talk! Topics in this episode: EPISODE 50!  Pride update! Parenting - some people are stuck                  Melodrama at the Fair              4:44 on Solstice                                    Pride - only a few gross haters            Ribs are cookin'!                  Pride parade                             HR Burlesque                       Flash - the Maine Coon               Father's Day                     Katherine Needleman                Daisy Chain Fields Music Festival         Bats                               Sheriff Summer Scheyer - training holes in department            DV deaths - need cohesive consistent relationships between LE, advocates, and agencies   Believe victims                    Dead Dads Club                     Mosier Fest                        Ingrid Colvard's pos letter still echoing in Kevin Waters' divorce case Political signage - what are the rules?             We just don't want people to suffer        CORRECTION: The Fashion show was for the Bountiful Blessings Giving Closet! Here's a lovely article about them and they're just getting started. Happy One Year Open, Folks! It was a delight to hang out with you! Thanks for your impact and dedication. Thanks to Stan for our outro! Check out his podcast, Interviewers of the Universe! https://sites.libsyn.com/437709 We've lost our phone number! Stay tuned. We'll share out when we get a new one. Send us an email: Phonesoutpodcast@gmail.com

    40 min
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    5d ago ·  Bonus

    You Might Also Like: On Purpose with Jay Shetty

    Introducing Layla Taylor EXCLUSIVE: The Truth She's Finally Ready To Share from On Purpose with Jay Shetty. Follow the show: On Purpose with Jay Shetty In one of her most honest conversations yet, Layla Taylor reflects on the quiet journey of becoming herself. She opens up about coming out as bisexual, navigating faith, identity, single motherhood, and the weight of growing up feeling like she had to fit into everyone else's expectations. Rather than focusing on the hardships alone, this episode explores what happens when you stop living in survival mode and finally choose authenticity, self-worth, and the freedom to define your own life. In this episode you'll learn: How to Stop Living for Other People's Approval How to Finally Embrace Your Authentic Self How to Leave a Toxic Relationship Without Regret How to Find Yourself After Divorce and Heartbreak How to Be Comfortable Being Alone for the First Time How to Turn Your Hardest Experiences Into Strength The greatest freedom comes from embracing yourself with honesty, letting go of the expectations that no longer serve you, and trusting that growth often begins on the other side of fear. Your story doesn't have to be perfect to be meaningful, it just has to be yours. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:48 Coming Out for the First Time 02:45 Stop Living for Other People 03:48 Choosing to Be Yourself 06:33 Understanding Your Sexuality 07:56 Why We Need to Talk About Sex 10:08 Why I Became Mormon 12:50 The Need to Fit In 15:12 How My Kids Changed Me 16:53 Becoming a Mom at 19 18:15 Why I Chose Marriage 19:53 Inside a Toxic Relationship 21:04 Learning to Know Your Worth 23:24 Starting Over as a Single Mom 25:54 My Lowest Point 27:31 Learning to Date Again 29:05 Finding Yourself in Solitude 30:32 The Conversation Women Need to Have 33:08 Why Sex Education Matters 36:26 Letting Go of Perfection 36:59 Accepting Who You Are 38:51 Facing Your Biggest Fear 39:40 Dating Women for the First Time 41:07 The Reality of Parenting 43:00 Raising Mentally Healthy Kids 44:16 Healing Low Self-Worth 46:41 Using Your Platform for Good 47:58 Opening Your Heart Again 49:03 If You're Afraid to Come Out 52:30 Layla on Final Five  Episode Resources: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/laylaleannetaylor  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@laylaleannetaylor See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

  3. Domestic Violence Kills 💀💔

    May 26

    Domestic Violence Kills 💀💔

    Phones Out! Where we can have a little laugh, a little talk, be a little judgy, and ask the silly questions. Come join two rural, politically active friends, Xochil and Alyson as we talk about Feminism, Antiracism, Music, Pop Culture, Trauma Recovery, Work, Public Policy, Effective leadership in rural areas, Friendship, Food, Fun, and so much more. We're full of stories and our time together is always full of laughter. We're so glad you've joined us. So Phones Out! Let's talk!   Topics in this episode: Candice Malave - clip of her singing          New listeners in VA - hi! Alyson's idea for a fiction podcast                 Domestic Violence There's a person in our community...  Justice for Candice New court date - May 29th If you need a friend, reach out. Check on your friends!   Timestamp - memos - document the weirdness              People feel so alone                 Since the Epstein files          City of Stevenson                   Xochil nervous about city leadership becoming a closed-loop police state               City Admin candidate Too many local leaders can't take feedback  Memorial Day Piss off the Neighbors Party   PRIDE - June 13-14           Volunteer for Pride!!               Thanks to Stan for our outro! Check out his podcast, Interviewers of the Universe! https://sites.libsyn.com/437709 We've lost our phone number! Stay tuned. We'll share out when we get a new one. Send us an email: Phonesoutpodcast@gmail.com

    50 min
  4. Words Speak for Themselves

    May 4

    Words Speak for Themselves

    Phones Out! Where we can have a little laugh, a little talk, be a little judgy, and ask the silly questions. Come join two rural, politically active friends, Xochil and Alyson as we talk about Feminism, Antiracism, Music, Pop Culture, Trauma Recovery, Work, Public Policy, Effective leadership in rural areas, Friendship, Food, Fun, and so much more. We're full of stories and our time together is always full of laughter. We're so glad you've joined us. So Phones Out! Let's talk! Topics in this episode: SCSD Board meeting audio                 Alyson got her Food Handlers Permit  Mill A Spring Carnival   Welcome new listeners!   50 is not the new 30     Ted Talk, Jenna Steadman, End the Silence Around Sexual Abuse   Kevin Waters is a politician Why we be yappin'? Volunteer in your school!                      Adult Prom!    Lucy Lauser - next episode preview - Bloviate Devil Wears Prada 2 Project Hail Mary   Science is awesome   Colonoscopy   Diet Coke is still gross Astoria - Columbia River Symphony     Acoustics at the Schnitz Pride keeps happening! - Sign up to volunteer! Thanks to Stan for our outro! Check out his podcast, Interviewers of the Universe! https://sites.libsyn.com/437709 We've lost our phone number! Stay tuned. We'll share out when we get a new one. Send us an email: Phonesoutpodcast@gmail.com

    51 min
  5. People Telling on Themselves

    Apr 6

    People Telling on Themselves

    Phones Out! Where we can have a little laugh, a little talk, be a little judgy, and ask the silly questions. Come join two rural, politically active friends, Xochil and Alyson as we talk about Feminism, Antiracism, Music, Pop Culture, Trauma Recovery, Work, Public Policy, Effective leadership in rural areas, Friendship, Food, Fun, and so much more. We're full of stories and our time together is always full of laughter. We're so glad you've joined us. So Phones Out! Let's talk! Topics in this episode: WA Rep. Kevin Waters - court declaration  Trump Statue of Christopher Columbus Easter "Truth" Garden Dirt Lucy and her moral compass People always tell on themselves Make space for the kids Spring Carnival at Mill A Pride Talent Show Sunday at CASS - trophies London - Iran Xochil's Easter Story  Libraries - NO CENSORSHIP We have a podcast... County Commissioner Libraries are Sacred Third Spaces Lucy - City Council departure Thanks to Stan for our outro! Check out his podcast, Interviewers of the Universe! https://sites.libsyn.com/437709 We've lost our phone number! Stay tuned. We'll share out when we get a new one. Send us an email: Phonesoutpodcast@gmail.com

    45 min
  6. We're OK, BTW 😱

    Mar 9

    We're OK, BTW 😱

    Phones Out! Where we can have a little laugh, a little talk, be a little judgy, and ask the silly questions. Come join two rural, politically active friends, Xochil and Alyson as we talk about Feminism, Antiracism, Music, Pop Culture, Trauma Recovery, Work, Public Policy, Effective leadership in rural areas, Friendship, Food, Fun, and so much more. We're full of stories and our time together is always full of laughter. We're so glad you've joined us. So Phones Out! Let's talk! Topics in this episode: Choosing instruments  Spring is Early - no hibernation  JUICY GOSSIP   Fascism is exhausting SCSD levy passed! Lucy won!!!  Say my name      Stevenson City Council  Uplift Local      Listeners in the wild  Leading with Love - thanks Cindi! Thank you cards Executive dysfunction               Epstein files Social contract  All of our moms and dads love each other In line at the pharmacy MGP can't read a room   Fascism blows Spring is edging Thanks to Stan for our outro! Check out his podcast, Interviewers of the Universe! https://sites.libsyn.com/437709 Leave Phones Out! a voicemail: (971) 319-4258 Send us an email: Phonesoutpodcast@gmail.com

    47 min
  7. Lucy Lauser Part 4 - Woman, Life, Freedom ✊

    Jan 19

    Lucy Lauser Part 4 - Woman, Life, Freedom ✊

    Lucy Lauser Part 4 - Woman, Life, Freedom ✊ Part 4 in our series with Lucy Lauser, Stevenson City Council Member #3 Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 July 4th interview with Lucy and recording of conversation with the sheriff by Philip Watness: Watnews.ink (https://whatnews.ink/) Bodycam video: https://youtu.be/QJEavYvPwZE November 20 2025 city council meeting: https://www.youtube.com/live/fcmO5sr2Atg?si=o-5buAjJRjunR4n3 Trans Day of Remembrance report: https://www.transremembrance.org/insights-and-data Frederick Douglass 4th of July speech: https://loveman.sdsu.edu/docs/1852FrederickDouglass.pdf You can find Lucy's music, books, games and more at: http://lucylauser.com Original music composed and played by Lucy Lauser: youtube.com/@suntillikum?si=3yYuI-Lal9q1aRjk Talia Bhatt's website: https://taliabhatt.com/ Thanks to Stan for our outro! Check out his podcast, Interviewers of the Universe! https://sites.libsyn.com/437709 Leave Phones Out! a voicemail: (971) 319-4258 Send us an email: Phonesoutpodcast@gmail.com

    1h 9m
  8. Poop in the sand 💩

    Jan 12

    Poop in the sand 💩

    Phones Out! Where we can have a little laugh, a little talk, be a little judgy, and ask the silly questions. Come join two rural, politically active, 40-something friends, Xochil and Alyson (FOR THE LAST EPISODE - Alyson turns 50 this week!) as we talk about Feminism, Antiracism, Music, Pop Culture, Trauma Recovery, Work, Public Policy, Effective leadership in rural areas, Friendship, Food, Fun, and so much more. We're full of stories and our time together is always full of laughter. We're so glad you've joined us. So Phones Out! Let's talk! Topics in this episode: Local dentistry and art   Make friends! Local families        FOIA - non-profits vs LLCs :P Glasgow Total solar eclipse Xochil renews her resolutions Feral American travelers  San Francisco Z and Y Alcatraz and woke National Parks Rangers             Poop in the sand  What's body shaming? PARENTING WIN      Jen's pen pal in UK  Chill and good except for the world George Santos - left NYC-Venezeula bound      Equity, Living, and Fairness          We are not your messengers                    Hood River Valley ladies                         Chicken           skamaniapride.org                    Vote YES on the levy!  Thanks to Stan for our outro! Check out his podcast, Interviewers of the Universe! https://sites.libsyn.com/437709 Leave Phones Out! a voicemail: (971) 319-4258 Send us an email: Phonesoutpodcast@gmail.com

    48 min
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Phones Out! Where you can have a little laugh, a little talk, be a little judgy, and ask the silly questions. Join two rural, politically active friends, Xochil and Alyson, as we talk about Feminism, Antiracism, Music, Pop Culture, Trauma Recovery, Work, Public Policy, Effective leadership in rural areas, Friendship, Food, Fun, and so much more. We're full of stories and our time together is always full of laughter. We're so glad you've joined us. So Phones Out! Let's talk! Xochil Springer - "Life changer supporting teens and adults in finding their voice and path." https://www.bigcartel.com/resources/blog/article/why-you-need-an-executive-board Alyson Castonguay - Audio Engineer, Community Organizer https://airmedia.org/talent/alyson-castonguay Write to us! phonesoutpodcast@gmail.com Find us on IG @phonesoutpodcast

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  • Creator
    Xochil Springer & Alyson Castonguay | Pop Culture & Women Empowerment
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    51
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2023
  • Show Website
    Phones Out!