A Better Pill To Swallow

Today’s episode features my fascinating conversation with Birdie Condon, Hudson Valley-based midwife and sex educator. We talk all about the history of childbirth including how and why it became industrialized, the differences between obstetrics and midwifery, and how certain medical interventions can stall labor. Birdie shares her non-dogmatic, highly nuanced perspective on the various ways women choose to give birth, born out of her 25-year practice, even touching on reproductive justice. Ultimately, Birdie delivers a powerful message on childbirth as an expression of empowerment, inspiring us into a new paradigm of how we view the female body and the role of compassionate care. 

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Today, I’m sitting down with ADHD coach, Steev Hodgson, to discuss his journey to an adult ADHD diagnosis and the wisdom he’s picked up along the way. We get into practical tips and tricks as well as the deeper impacts ADHD has on emotional regulation, self esteem, and intimate relationships. Steev is a wealth of accessible, easy to digest knowledge on this subject and a breath of fresh air for anyone struggling with the diagnosis, or dealing with someone with ADHD. Please be sure to like and share with anyone who might be interested! And if you’re into these types of conversations, a reminder to follow and subscribe so that you never miss an episode. 

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This week, I’m sharing my candid and irreverent conversation with my close friend, Mark Priceman. As fellow neurotic Jews who have wrestled with OCD tendencies, we compare notes on how partnership has evolved us in unexpected ways. We go deep into his journey to becoming a parent and how it has softened his need for control. We also discuss the art of wearing intrusive thoughts lightly and even touch on his surreal experience living through the LA fires. Make sure to like, subscribe, and share with anyone who might relate. 

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This week’s episode features my enriching conversation with spiritual alchemist, guide, and yoga/meditation teacher, Maya Kramer. We go deep into Maya’s beginnings as a model in NYC, exploring how the emptiness of that path led her to a spur-of-the-moment move to Tel-Aviv, where she experienced a spiritual awakening. Through our dynamic conversation, we explore what alchemy really means in a healing context, how struggle helps us grow, and what it takes to live as our most authentic selves. Make sure to like, subscribe, and share with anyone who might be interested!

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In part two of my conversation with sex educator Elizabeth Greenblatt, we're taking an abrupt turn from our conversation on sex, into a deep dive on grief. Elizabeth discusses the loss of one of her best friends in a tragic car accident in her early 20's, as I  share a bit more about my own experience losing my brother to mental illness. We have a raw and open conversation about how grief changes us, why society struggles to hold space for hard emotions, and how we can honor those we’ve lost in the way we live. Even if you haven't listened to part one, this episode stands alone and will resonate with anyone who has experienced grief firsthand.

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This week, I’m sharing my enlightening (not to mention fun) conversation with sex educator Elizabeth Greenblatt. We delve deep into her experiences as a high schooler volunteering at Planned Parenthood, all the way through to her current work teaching sex ed classes to kids and teens. Elizabeth shares her conviction that raising confident, informed kids requires more than abstinence-only education, as well as the challenges she faces in driving social change. We also touch on hot-button issues like porn, abortion, and conflicting sexual norms. The episode is available wherever you listen to podcasts! Please be sure to like, subscribe, and share with anyone who may be interested. 

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In the premiere of Season 2, I have an inspiring conversation with Rosey Rouhana, a licensed mental health counselor and registered play therapist. Rosey opens up about her journey in helping children and teens navigate through trauma, sharing insightful strategies and lessons from her practice. She also candidly discusses the personal mental health struggles she faced, including panic attacks and depression, and how her experience with therapy and short-term medication played a pivotal role in her healing. Join us as we explore the challenges and triumphs of Rosey’s career, and the profound impact of mental health care.

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In part two of my conversation with Emily Abramson, we look deeper at parenthood, grief, and the importance of “doing the work.” Emily shares how she models healthy body image and navigates intense emotions for her three daughters, and how wisdom and patience have grown with time. We touch on the importance of struggle and introspection in having a meaningful life and how winter plays a role in that. We also pick up our earlier discussion on education, as Emily offers new insights from her experiences teaching teens, illuminating the challenges and growth that come with guiding young people toward adulthood.

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On today’s episode, I’m sharing part one of my conversation with Emily Abramson. Emily is a foreign language teacher who speaks five languages, and PhD student on a mission to bring more depth and meaning to public education. She also happens to be my sister, one of my best friends, and a brilliant conversationalist with deep insight into our mental health landscape. Part one of our two-hour conversation explores Emily’s journey into the work she does today, how exploring other cultures can lead to a greater tolerance across the board, the importance of discomfort, as well as her personal experiences with depression and PMDD.

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On today’s episode, we’re thrilled to welcome the incredible singer-songwriter Jen Hirsh, aka Monogem. Jen opens up about her journey to discovering her authentic voice as an artist: from the lessons she learned from her time on American Idol to what it took to break free from the pressures of the industry. She also shares a deeply personal side of her story, discussing how motherhood has transformed her life and infused her art with new depth and inspiration. Join us for an inspiring conversation about growth, resilience, and creativity.

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