Difficult Discussions

It's that time of month again!  Not the bad kind, but the good poetry kind!!  In his episode of Poet2Poet Vicki shares a new poem about mindfulness and trying not to get all caught up in the game of life.  Missy also shares a new poem related to our collective treatment of women as women and within society.  We hope you enjoy the show!!
 
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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast and on this website are those of the creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company.  Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of any entity other than the creators.  Since we are critically-thinking human beings, these views are always subject to change, revision, and rethinking at any time.  Please do not hold us to them in perpetuity.   

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Life is hard and sometimes we are hard on ourselves, making life even more difficult.  Join this week's Difficult Discussion where Missy & Vickie,  AND A SPECIAL NEW HOST, share their thoughts on self care and therapy in general.  Our newly joined host, Fred is an expert in this area being a licensed therapist, so he's able to share some of his expertise on how we can achieve some better self care and love.

If you have thoughts you'd like to share with us and others on your own journey or any other Discussion topic, please visit our website to drop us a line!  You can also reach us on your favorite Social Media platforms.

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It's time for Just the Tip talking about feminism and toxic masculinity.  What is so bad about feminism?  Is all masculinity toxic?  Join Missy & Vicki for some entertaining discussion!

Tip of the Day: "Achieving gender equality requires the engagement of women and men, boys and girls.  It's everyone's responsibility." ~ Ban Ki-Moon

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast and on this website are those of the creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company.  Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of any entity other than the creators.  Since we are critically-thinking human beings, these views are always subject to change, revision, and rethinking at any time.  Please do not hold us to them in perpetuity. 

Missy & Vickie are back at it in Just the Tip talking about 4-year colleges and trade/business schools and colleges.  They talk about their own experiences traversing higher education and balancing life at different ages.

Tip of the Day: "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." ~ Nelson Mandela

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast and on this website are those of the creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company.  Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of any entity other than the creators.  Since we are critically-thinking human beings, these views are always subject to change, revision, and rethinking at any time.  Please do not hold us to them in perpetuity. 

Welcome to the new year!!  In this month's Poet2Poet Missy shares a new poem about patriotism and Vickie's poem talks about single mothers and inept fathers.  We hope you enjoy the show!!
 
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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast and on this website are those of the creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company.  Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of any entity other than the creators.  Since we are critically-thinking human beings, these views are always subject to change, revision, and rethinking at any time.  Please do not hold us to them in perpetuity.   

In this week's Just the Tip, Missy & Vickie talk about grief and how their lives have been impacted by it.  Loss comes in many forms, some being easier to process than others.  Sometimes loss is what you need and sometimes, it's hard to see it that way.   

Tip of the Day: "How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard." ~ Winnie The Pooh

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast and on this website are those of the creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company.  Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of any entity other than the creators.  Since we are critically-thinking human beings, these views are always subject to change, revision, and rethinking at any time.  Please do not hold us to them in perpetuity. 

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Sometimes it's hard out here being a woman!  We spend our time competing with one another and viewing our fellow women as a threat.  Meanwhile, we're losing out on everything from self-love to money!  Some of us are waiting for a break in our workloads and it shows.  Some of us don't show the stress we're under, yet are living a life of anxiety and feeling incomplete.   

Join this week's Difficult Discussion where Missy & Vickie talk about their individual experiences and epiphanies in all aspects of life as women.  They share what got them through some dark days, as well as some current struggles that are ongoing from childhood.   

If you have thoughts you'd like to share with us and others on your own journey or any other Discussion topic, please visit our website to drop us a line!  You can also reach us on your favorite Social Media platforms.

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WE'RE BAAAAAACK!!  Missy & Vickie are changing it up this year so they can bring you better Discussions while still spreading love and sometimes having fun.  Our first Just the Tip in 2022 is all about breaking the ice and having a little fun to bring in the new year.  Tip of the Day: "I don't care what you think about me.  I don't think about you at all." ~ Coco Chanel

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast and on this website are those of the creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company.  Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of any entity other than the creators.  Since we are critically-thinking human beings, these views are always subject to change, revision, and rethinking at any time.  Please do not hold us to them in perpetuity. 

Hey hey!  It's time for Just the Tip with Missy & Vickie.  This week's gem is a discussion around the NHL Blackhawks sexual assault scandal.  Enjoy the tip!

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast and on this website are those of the creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company.  Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of any entity other than the creators.  Since we are critically-thinking human beings, these views are always subject to change, revision, and rethinking at any time.  Please do not hold us to them in perpetuity. 

Welcome back!!  This month's Poet2Poet is fun and starkly different.  Missy talks about being in love and Vickie talks about being financially successful.  Both are an interesting spin from their poetic norms.  Enjoy the show!!
 
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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast and on this website are those of the creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company.  Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of any entity other than the creators.  Since we are critically-thinking human beings, these views are always subject to change, revision, and rethinking at any time.  Please do not hold us to them in perpetuity.   

It's that time of month again!!  No...not what you're thinking!  It's time for Poet2Poet!  Missy & Vickie bring you a couple of works that talk about love and marriage and some things in between.  We hope you enjoy the show!!
 
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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast and on this website are those of the creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company.  Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of any entity other than the creators.  Since we are critically-thinking human beings, these views are always subject to change, revision, and rethinking at any time.  Please do not hold us to them in perpetuity.   

In today's world the term Cancel Culture is thrown around a lot.  Join Missy & Vickie in this week's Discussion where they talk through their interpretation of Cancel Culture and how it may blue lines when it comes to the 1st Amendment,  This was a learning experience for them and we hope it provides a little insight in your corner of the world as well.

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Missy & Vickie are back in this week's Just the Tip chatting about "abusing your intelligence".  What does it mean?  We don't know either but join us as we talk through what we think it means and how it might impact someone.

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast and on this website are those of the creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company.  Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of any entity other than the creators.  Since we are critically-thinking human beings, these views are always subject to change, revision, and rethinking at any time.  Please do not hold us to them in perpetuity. 

Your favorite soul sistahs got a little tip from a listener to chat about Taboo Jobs/Careers.  Join Missy & Vickie as they talk through a finance101.com article discussing taboo jobs and how the jobs are judged as taboo.

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast and on this website are those of the creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company.  Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of any entity other than the creators.  Since we are critically-thinking human beings, these views are always subject to change, revision, and rethinking at any time.  Please do not hold us to them in perpetuity. 

Missy & Vickie deliver another insightful Poet2Poet.  They share some vulnerable pieces and open the door to understanding each of their life experiences a little more.  Missy shares a poem relating to a sexual assault experience and Vickie's poem is a view into her life growing up into adulthood and even relationships.  The discussion following each poem may help enlighten those who have similar struggles.  Look for Poet2Poet on the last Wednesday of next month!
 
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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast and on this website are those of the creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company.  Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of any entity other than the creators.  Since we are critically-thinking human beings, these views are always subject to change, revision, and rethinking at any time.  Please do not hold us to them in perpetuity.   

Difficult Discussion Alert!  This week Missy & Vickie Discussion their understanding and thoughts on Critical Race Theory.  They learned some new perspectives that just may shape their daily "investments" going forward.  We hope you enjoy the journey through CRT with Missy & Vickie and that it helps enlighten you as well!

If you have thoughts you'd like to share with us on Critical Race Theory (CRT), please visit our website to drop us a line!  You can also reach us on your favorite Social Media platforms. 
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DISCLAIMER:
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast and on this website are those of the creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company.  Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of any entity other than the creators.  Since we are critically-thinking human beings, these views are always subject to change, revision, and rethinking at any time.  Please do not hold us to them in perpetuity.

Join your favorite soul sistas for a little "Never Have I Ever".  A fun game to help lighten up your Friday!  Partake in the fun along with us or just listen in on some funny stories.  We hope you enjoy!

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast and on this website are those of the creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company.  Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of any entity other than the creators.  Since we are critically-thinking human beings, these views are always subject to change, revision, and rethinking at any time.  Please do not hold us to them in perpetuity. 

We're back from vacation with a new Difficult Discussions Podcast!!

In this week's Discussion, we talk about vaccines, masks, drug use, abortion, etc. and how we feel about who has the right to choose what the do with their body. 

If you can help answer some of our questions or you have comments of your own, please visit our website to drop us a line!  You can also reach us on your favorite Social Media platforms.  BE the change you want to see in the REAL world.

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast and on this website are those of the creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company.  Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of any entity other than the creators.  Since we are critically-thinking human beings, these views are always subject to change, revision, and rethinking at any time.  Please do not hold us to them in perpetuity.

Poet2Poet is finally here!!!  Missy & Vickie deliver another great Poet2Poet discussion varying from inequalities for marginalized folks to New World Order.  Oh, and they also perform their poetry that fuels the conversation.  Bonus!  There's a little sneak peek into a topic for next month!  Look for us to deliver another P2P the last Wednesday of each month.

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast and on this website are those of the creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company.  Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of any entity other than the creators.  Since we are critically-thinking human beings, these views are always subject to change, revision, and rethinking at any time.  Please do not hold us to them in perpetuity.   

Our Difficult Discussion this week is about Black Lives Matter.  We navigate through the conversation of the organization and political propaganda versus, more importantly, the movement and motto that encompasses the true meaning of BLM.  We hope this conversation offers you some eye opening or mind blowing information and you use it to share your thoughts with others.  BE the change you want to see in the REAL world.

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast and on this website are those of the creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company.  Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of any entity other than the creators.  Since we are critically-thinking human beings, these views are always subject to change, revision, and rethinking at any time.  Please do not hold us to them in perpetuity.