C'mon Son!

What happens when 2 sisters get together and start talking about the shenanigans of life? It's the C'mon Son podcast.

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Long-Distance Love and Dating Abroad

The last time we talked about singleness and dating on this show was 3 years ago (Ep 19: What We've Learned From Being Single)! But new developments have emerged...

Daree hates long-distance relationships (LDRs), but she unexpectedly met someone special on her last trip... and he lives on another continent. (It feels like he's in another galaxy far, far, away lol.)

Whether you're in a LDR now, or considering it, listen in as she gets some advice from Daj (whose had her own LDRs). We discussed how to deal with the circumstances, being wary of your emotional and financial investment in the LDR, and more:

Daree explains how her LDR came about (in Colombia) 4:10
Daj's 3-year relationship that turned from local to LDR (in Italy) 6:18
Overextending yourself and things to think about for LDRs 15:21
Being used when you appear to affluent or unaware 19:18
Daj's 2-year LDR & engagement 21:18
How to evaluate "where this is going" and decide if a LDR is right for you 28:37

Have you ever been in an LDR? How did it turn out? Let us know:

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Background:

Daree's 2022 Colombia vlog

enFebruary 15, 2023

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The Best Music, Movies and Shows of 2022

We're giving you all our favorite movies & shows, as well as pop, R&B, hip hop, Dance, Afrobeats and Reggaeton songs released in 2022. What were your faves?

What we loved watching:

TV & Streaming
Movies (19:03)

Songs:

Pop (23:39)
R&B (29:03)
Afrobeats (33:23)
House (33:48)
Hip hop (34:46)
Techno/Electronica/Dance (36:22)
Latin/Reggaeton (40:34)

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enDecember 28, 2022

Fertility Journey

Sometimes you make choices in life that others don't understand, like, or support.

Daj thought she would never be able to have her own biological children, and recently made an intentional decision to pursue motherhood without a partner. She shares her fertility journey thus far in this episode. We also talked about societal expectations, why some men become gynecologists, and how she's preparing herself for the inevitable naysayers.

C'mon Son!

enDecember 14, 2022

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Summer Recap & Accessibility for All?

We're back for Season 4 of the C'mon Son podcast, and we did the most this summer! We've got some stories and updates for ya.

Summer recap (including first-class treatment) 2:04
Observations after mom got a scooter 14:38
A primer on accessibility, disability, and inclusion 22:34

Resources

The social model of disability (infographic)

Lakefront Brewery pics on Daree's Instagram

UX Content Collective Accessibility course - use the code uxwcadvanced25 for 25% off!

enSeptember 28, 2022

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Wegovy Weight Loss Update

Daj shares an update on her weight loss (92 pounds and counting!), and unexpected physical and practical things she's dealing with during this process.

This is an update from episode 51: https://thecmonsonpod.libsyn.com/we-gon-use-wegovy-for-weight-loss

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enJune 22, 2022

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National Streaming Day

Apparently May 21 was National Streaming Day. That's what Roku told us.

We decided to rant about the overwhelming streaming services (and piling fees) we encounter trying to keep with all the entertainment choices out there. The second half of the show is focused on Netflix, the one who started it all.

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enMay 25, 2022

Havana At Last

We FINALLY went to Havana, Cuba after a nearly 3-year wait. We're giving you our reflections about the Cuban culture and how life-changing it was to visit this island during the pandemic.

References:

Friendly Planet
Blog:

Vlog

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enMarch 30, 2022

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Barriers to Promotion for Women of Color in Tech

In this episode, we reviewed the recent 2021 TrustRadius report about women in tech from a DEI perspective. We talked about 5 findings about upward mobility for women of color (particularly those who want to be promoted at work, but have too many barriers). We also discussed our personal thoughts about being promoted to management, and what that means for the work we currently enjoy.

References:

TrustRadius report: https://www.trustradius.com/buyer-blog/women-in-tech-report
Productivity concerns working from home (3:40): https://thecmonsonpod.libsyn.com/return-to-work (episode 54)
Name shame (8:00): https://www.instagram.com/p/CG4uT-LBPUD/

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enMarch 23, 2022

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Return to Work?

Should employers dictate whether to go back to 100% f2f work or a hybrid model? Is it right/ethical to make people get vaxed in order to return to work? Are all those video meetings every day helping our productivity? Do companies actually implement feedback from those mandatory employee surveys?

We discussed all that, and more findings from this nice summary work-from-home report courtesy of HubSpot at https://www.hubspot.com/hubfs/HubSpot%202022%20Hybrid%20Work%20Report_FINAL.pdf

TechEquity Collaborative’s Contract Worker Disparity Project: https://contractwork.techequitycollaborative.org/

Resistance to masks and vaccines - 3:04
The case (and the data) for getting vaccinated - 6:20
Daree's remote interview experience (17 years remote) - 11:24
Remote-first companies and the case for remote/hybrid work - 17:22
HubSpot hybrid work report 19:40
Microaggressions against Black people & survey feedback about the workplace 22:58
The effect of multiple video meetings on productivity 31:52

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enFebruary 23, 2022

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What's Wrong with Me? 10th Anniversary

Daree talks about reaching the milestone of 10 years being a published author, and behind the scenes issues with self-publishing lessons learned. She also shares how to bounce back from the fallout from writing an honest memoir, and giving yourself permission to own your own experience regardless of how others feel about your written words.

Reference on where we talked about our 2022 goals: https://thecmonsonpod.libsyn.com/processing-2021-and-beyond

So What’s Your Story? http://bit.ly/writeyourmemoir (self-publishing e-course)
What Does Self-Love Look Like?: 10 Tell-tale Signs
Self-love worksheet
Book excerpt and book description
Original Book Trailer
Book launch video

Some of Daree's struggles with self-publishing on the Blogger to Author podcast http://bit.ly/2pSMbUQ

Daree talking about book launch parties and other things authors need to know on the Get Published podcast https://getpublishedpodcast.libsyn.com/website/daree-allen-hosting-book-launch-parties

Kickin' it with Daree podcast - http://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/10th-anniversary-books

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Voicemail: 757-204-5495

enFebruary 09, 2022

Birthday Freebies and Daj’s Bday Trip

Daj planned not 1, but 2 trips in January for her 40th birthday! To the same place!

In this episode, we talk about "Phase 1" of the group trip to Vegas, and then Daree breaks down some birthday freebies you can get at some stores or restaurants near you (12:53).

Missed the weight loss and Wegovy breakdown? We got you here: https://thecmonsonpod.libsyn.com/we-gon-use-wegovy-for-weight

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Voicemail: 757-204-5495

enJanuary 26, 2022

We Gon’ Use Wegovy for Weight Loss

Daj recounts her 2021 weight loss journey and success using Wegovy (available only by prescription). Daree is thinking about using it too! Listen to see why.

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enJanuary 12, 2022

Processing 2021 and Beyond

We're spending the last episode of this year being reflective about our hopes and dreams for 2022 and beyond, including the best decisions we've made, and ways we've grown in 2021.

Reflection Q1 - 2:19

Reflection Q2 - 16:41

Reflection Q3 - 27:39

What are your plans, goals and new decisions for 2022? Let us know:

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Voicemail: 757-204-5495

Also mentioned: Aaliyah tribute at https://thecmonsonpod.libsyn.com/tribute-to-aaliyah-and-others-whose-dancing-changed-our-lives

enDecember 29, 2021

The Best Songs, Movies and Shows in 2021

We're giving you all our favorite pop, R&B, hip hop, Christian, techno and LatinX songs, movies and shows released in 2021. We had so much fun doing it last year. Let us know your pics!

Songs:

Pop 2:18
R&B 5:35
Hip hop 10:10
Techno/Electronica/Dance 12:48
LatinX/Reggaeton 14:31
Christian 16:06

Movies (theater) 20:09

Shows:

TV 23:36
Streaming 27:47

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enDecember 08, 2021

Thanksgiving Plans and Mac and Cheese Blasphemy

We're talking about our Thanksgiving/Black Friday plans and predictions, complete with a rant about macaroni and cheese, and what to NOT put in it, and our declaration to avoid stores for the next 6 weeks.

We hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving with those you care about, and take advantage of the true meaning of this holiday.

enNovember 24, 2021

Colin in Black and White

We had a lot of feelings about Colin Kaepernick's new Netflix documentary. And--spoiler alert--we're sharing them.

CROWN Act: https://www.thecrownact.com/about

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enNovember 10, 2021

Memorable Teachers

In honor of Teacher's Day, we're sharing stories about our favorite and most memorable schoolteachers. Shouts out to all the talented, dedicated teachers who are making a positive impact on their students every year!

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Voicemail: 757-204-5495

enOctober 20, 2021