Two Wives and A Spark

Rachel and Lia
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Two Wives and A Spark

We are Two Wives and A Spark. As new parents and as an interracial couple, we are on a mission to connect with others and explore how Race and Politics influence families like ours. We believe intentional conversations are vehicles for change, so we're committed to learning in public and having real talk every step of the way.

  1. Going Within

    2 DAYS AGO

    Going Within

    Welcome to Episode 8, our final episode of Two Wives and A SPARK Season 4!    Today we offer some thoughts and reflections on going inward as we navigate these complex times and prepare ourselves for this holiday season.    We invite you to listen in as we share: Our thoughts on this question from one of our wonderful listeners: “Two Wives and a Spark! Do you have Thanksgiving advice for everyone, I guess, but me specifically? I’m super down post-election and am not super excited about hosting people who voted for the felon…I am stressed about it.” Some food for thought on boundaries  And more    As we close out this season, we would truly love to hear from you. What would you like us to grapple with and explore in season 5? What questions are you sitting with? Anything else you wanna share?   Connect with us on Instagram or send us an email at twowivesandaspark@gmail.com. And check out our site: www.twowivesandaspark.com. If you’re curious, here’s more information on what we do at SPARK Equity In Action.   Resources referenced:  Brene Brown post hope despair  Andrea Gibson post/letter  Prentis Hemphill quote on embodiment   Dr. Maya Angelou quotes “Hate, it has caused a lot of problems in the world, but has not solved one yet.” “You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.” “Never make someone a priority when all you are to them is an option.” Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

    44 min
  2. Kindness Is Not Political

    NOV 13

    Kindness Is Not Political

    Welcome to Episode 7 of Two Wives and A SPARK Season 4!    Today's episode is being released one week after the 2024 Presidential Election. There is a lot on our hearts so we invite you to listen in as we share: A grounding exercise to give and share love How we are processing the results of the election Our call to action    We are all feeling the weight and uncertainty of our world, and we have so much work to do.   As we ponder on how we will close out this season, we would truly love to hear from you.    Connect with us on Instagram or send us an email at twowivesandaspark@gmail.com. And check out our site: www.twowivesandaspark.com.   If you’re curious, here’s more information on what we do at SPARK Equity In Action.    Resources referenced:  MLK Jr.’s words on nonviolent resistance James Baldwin quotes:  "You think your pains and your heartbreaks are unprecedented in the history of the world, but then you read. It was books that taught me that the things that tormented me most were the very things that connected me with all the people who were alive, or who have ever been alive."  “The great force of history comes from the fact that we carry it within us, are unconsciously controlled by it in many ways, and history is literally present in all that we do.” Kamala Harris quote “Let their determination be our charge. And I'll close with this. There's an adage a historian once called a law of history, true of every society across the ages. The adage is, only when it is dark enough can you see the stars. I know many people feel like we are entering a dark time, but for the benefit of us all, I hope that is not the case. But here's the thing, America, if it is, let us fill the sky with the light of a brilliant, brilliant billion of stars.” (full speech) We Can Do Hard Things Podcast - episode “Post-Election Family Meeting”  November 13th - Kindness Day

    39 min
  3. No Matter What Happens Today…

    NOV 5

    No Matter What Happens Today…

    Welcome to Episode 6 of Two Wives and A SPARK Season 4!   Today's episode is being released on Election Day, 2024.   Listen in as we share: What is top of mind for us Thoughts on how we can stay connected and in community  The importance of creating space to be  and more.   We cannot predict how the election will turn out, but we can choose how we show up and create spaces to honor our feelings. We can move forward with respect, authenticity, and love.   Thank you for listening! We would love to hear from you.    What did you think of this episode? What do you want to see more of?  Connect with us on Instagram or send us an email at twowivesandaspark@gmail.com. And check out our site: www.twowivesandaspark.com. If you’re curious, here’s more information on what we do at SPARK Equity In Action.    Resources referenced:  Inside Out 2 Hummingbird video  Prentis Hemphill quote on boundaries SPARK Acronym  Show up authentically  Pause and listen Ask with curiosity  Respect diversity  Kindly expect conflict

    38 min
  4. Micro-moments Have Macro-impacts

    OCT 29

    Micro-moments Have Macro-impacts

    Welcome to Season 4 Episode 5 of Two Wives and A SPARK!   Today's episode is all about the lasting impacts of micro-moments.   Listen in as we share: What is top of mind for us Thoughts on what it means to live your values The urgent need for connection in our world and how intentional dialogue can spark meaningful change How hope should always inspire action   Thank you for listening! We would love to hear from you! What did you think of this episode? What do you want to see more of?  Connect with us on Instagram or send us an email at twowivesandaspark@gmail.com. And check out our site: www.twowivesandaspark.com. If you’re curious, here’s more information on what we do at SPARK Equity In Action.    Resources referenced:  Revolutionary Love Compass  Harvey Milk quote - "Hope will never be silent."  Joshua Discourse (aka doss.discourse on IG)

    50 min
  5. The Discomfort That Comes With Harmony

    OCT 22

    The Discomfort That Comes With Harmony

    Welcome to Season 4 Episode 4 of Two Wives and A SPARK!    Today's episode grapples with the discomfort that comes with harmony.    Listen in as we share: What is top of mind for us Thoughts on authenticity and safe spaces How this election brings a need for more harmony to the forefront How we move through discomfort and growth for the sake of harmony and the greater good Thank you for listening! We would love to hear from you! What did you think of this episode? What do you want to see more of?  Connect with us on Instagram or send us an email at twowivesandaspark@gmail.com. And check out our site: www.twowivesandaspark.com. If you’re curious, here’s more information on what we do at SPARK Equity In Action.    Resources referenced:  The book Speak Up, by Miranda Paul, Illustrated by Ebony Glenn

    37 min
  6. Finding Balance: An Inward & Outward Journey

    OCT 15

    Finding Balance: An Inward & Outward Journey

    Welcome to Season 4 Episode 3 of Two Wives and A SPARK!   Today's episode is all about balance and what it takes to get to a place of harmony in our world while still honoring our differences.   Listen in as we share: What is top of mind for us Thoughts on balance and the complexity of this election year Thoughts in our sphere of influence and embracing the underestimated power of listening And more! Thank you for listening! We would love to hear from you! What did you think of this episode? What do you want to see more of? Connect with us on Instagram or send us an email at twowivesandaspark@gmail.com. And check out our site: www.twowivesandaspark.com. If you’re curious, here’s more information on what we do at SPARK Equity In Action.    Resources referenced:  Quote: “Listening creates a holy silence. When you listen generously to people, they can hear truth in themselves, often for the first time. And in the silence of listening, you can know yourself in everyone. Eventually, you may be able to hear, in everyone and beyond everyone, the unseen singing softly to itself and to you.” - Rachel Naomi Remen, MD Assembly Required With Stacey Abrams Podcast  (specific episode referenced)

    51 min
  7. It All Starts with Love

    OCT 8

    It All Starts with Love

    Welcome to Season 4 Episode 2 of Two Wives and A SPARK!    Listen in as we share: What is currently top of mind for each of us What we’re grappling with, especially with the 2024 presidential elections around the corner Questions about what it’ll take to spark meaningful dialogues with one another  Thoughts about how micro-moments have macro-impacts And more!   What did you think of this episode? What do you want to see more of this season?    Connect with us on Instagram or send us an email at twowivesandaspark@gmail.com. And check out our site: www.twowivesandaspark.com.   If you’re curious, here’s more information on what we do at SPARK Equity In Action.    Here are the resources mentioned:  India Arie song - Prayer for Humanity  Prentis Hemphill book S.P.A.R.K. card game  Tiffany Wright  2024 DNC Speeches Barack Obama  Michelle Obama Bill Clinton

    50 min
  8. Endings, Beginnings, & Embracing the Messy Middle

    OCT 1

    Endings, Beginnings, & Embracing the Messy Middle

    Welcome to Season 4 Episode 1 of Two Wives and A SPARK! In this episode, we are getting back into our groove. We reflect on all the LIFE that has happened and all the changes we’ve experienced since our last episode in season three. We talk about the endings and beginnings we have gone through, being in the messy middle, and so much more. A s always, thank you for listening and we would love to hear from you!   What did you think of this episode? What do you want to see next season? Connect with us on Instagram or send us an email at twowivesandaspark@gmail.com. And check out our site: www.twowivesandaspark.com.   If you’re curious, here’s more information on what we do at SPARK Equity In Action.    Resources referenced in this episode:  Simon Sinek clip about friendship  William Bridges’ Transition Model Prentis Hemphill podcast and book (specific episode referenced)

    44 min
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We are Two Wives and A Spark. As new parents and as an interracial couple, we are on a mission to connect with others and explore how Race and Politics influence families like ours. We believe intentional conversations are vehicles for change, so we're committed to learning in public and having real talk every step of the way.

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  • Creator
    Rachel and Lia
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    39
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