Sounds Like A Cult

I wish half stars existed so I could give this a 3.5… it’s a decent show and the premise it started out with was great. Over time I’ve realized it’s pretty unpredictable based on the subject, guest, co host etc. (I can’t exactly remember but wasn’t the guest on the army wives episode one of the hosts dad? Random.) Anyway, it’s interesting still and having different co hosts coming in has me continuing to listen, for now.

I just listened to The Cult of Free Birthers. Language and medical trauma…look up certified child life specialists. There are professionals trained and hired to educate, support, and decrease the likelihood of medical trauma starting in the pediatrician’s office. Love this podcast and the fact that I’m a certified child life specialist who spent ten years making sure people know there are resources for them/their kids and help them understand that the words you use to describe healthcare experiences determine how you continue to feel about healthcare. I’ve also had an IUD placed and it was uncomfortable but the purpose was so much more important than the few minutes of being uncomfortable. I coached parents into describing procedures to kids afterwards focusing on the positive parts not on the “pinch” or “pressure” felt but on how they held so still. If we describe everything at the doctor as painful and scary it creates fear and stops people from getting potentially life-saving procedures.

SLAC used to be one of my favorite shows. Haven’t felt as connected to it as of late. I really like the hosts as women but do feel like Reese does a bit too much with acting out a scene instead of just holding a conversation. The past few episodes (Gilmore Girls, Horoscope Apps) I couldn’t get through. Will come back in a month to see if there’s any change ironing out the growing pains? It’s understandable the podcast is trying to find its new footing. Looking forward to giving it another shot soon.

Went down hill when second host left unfortunately…I wouldn’t waste my time with this one