Originally released in January 2019*We're re-releasing this wonderful episode with Lola Van Ella in honor of Pride Month. We're highlighting the voices and stories of our LGBTQIA+ guests whom we've had the privilege and delight to get to know and call our friends.*********Join Emily and Michelle for a wonderful intimate conversation with the Queen of Burlesque, Lola Van Ella. They share a bottle of Via Del Cua while talking about Lola's beginnings from her childhood fascination with corsets and fishnets to her first burlesque gig. They discuss her importance in growing the burlesque community in St. Louis and how her relocation to New Orleans as part of her artistic growth. They talk about women's empowerment, agency, being shameless in who you are, and how vulnerability is a person's greatest strength.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT

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*Originally released in November 2019*We're re-releasing this wonderful episode with Ruby Topping in honor of Pride Month. We're highlighting the voices and stories of our LGBTQIA+ guests whom we've had the privilege and delight to get to know and call our friends. ****In honor of Transgender Awareness week Michelle and Emily share a bottle of Birichino by Malvasia Bianca with their special guest, Ruby Topping. Ruby is a remarkable transwoman who shares her pre-op transition story: the excitement, the pain, the questions, the acceptance, and the joy. Ruby's authenticity, honesty, and vulnerability allow Michelle and Emily to ask those questions you might have been curious about, too. The conversation weaves from explaining the differences between gender identity and sexual orientation to the incredible changes her body has undergone from the hormone treatment and the consideration of gender reassignment surgery. As Ruby eloquently stated, "being me, makes me happy,” she is a remarkable person that you will love as much as we do.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT

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Michelle and Emily welcome Brigitte Ranae - Professional Coach, Corporate Trainer, Course Creator, and Author of "The BS of Better and other Limiting Language" - to the podcast.Brigitte shares her perspective about how our society's constant need for self-improvement adds pressure to our lives. BS of Better program helps participants identify what some of limiting language there, where it comes from, and alternatives in language to use.The conversation goes deep into authenticity, perspective, and experiences and how those can shape our language. They discuss the challenges that comes when limiting language is the prevailing language used in conversations in our minds and with others.Brigitte's new book "The BS of Better and other Limiting Language" can be found here - https://brigitteranae.com/product/the-bs-of-better/From Brigitte's website: "Society is inundated with a need for self-improvement which leaves us feeling a constant burden to be better. Through years of research, Brigitte Ranae has identified pressure-induced mindsets, limiting language, and unhealthy behavioral patterns that keep us stressed.The BS of Better will walk you through exercises to end debilitating and destructive patterns that increase stress and leave you unsatisfied. You will learn to reduce life’s pressures by defining better and by processing thoughts, words, and behaviors that do not align with and promote your unique and authentic self."Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our YouTube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT

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For the March 2021 Time of the Month Live Show to celebrate Women's History Month, Michelle and Emily talk about several women who have been inspirations or they felt have been extremely influential. They know their list is by no means exhaustive but they are excited to share the stories with you.They share a delightful Brut Cava called The Diver from one of Emily's favorite neighborhood shops to frequent during her marathon walking sessions. Who doesn't agree with some bubbly to end a Saturday 10k?After discussing the famous women, Emily and Michelle talk about Online Romance Scams. Michelle was particularly inspired after watching the docuseries, Love Fraud, on Showtime. They have some special warnings for their midwest listeners! They talk about the red flags of online relationships which could indicate this person is scamming you. They also share a few "Tinder" experiences.In addition, their 100th episode is just around the corner. They are asking for you their listeners to send in emails, audio messages, video messages, social media posts about anything you have liked over the past 99 episodes so they can include your messages in the show.You can contact them via the links below.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT

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Michelle and Emily explore all aspects of marriage and relationships. They do a deep dive into different elements that make relationships. They discuss how marriage has evolved over the years from simply a survival tool to a relationship where we want to grow into our best person.They talk about whether marriage expectations help or hinder us. Does society's depiction of marriage interfere with our own relationship desires? They talk about how to withhold judgment of other's relationships based on our own perception of what "it should look like."Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our YouTube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT

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Michelle and Emily welcome Dr. Becky Lynn back to the podcast and as usual dive right in to a fascinating conversation about how Covid and isolation has affected our physical and mental health. Dr. Becky shares the effects she has seen on the patients in her practice and the advice she gives them to cope.One suggestion to combat the isolation is to call your friends on the phone to actually have a live conversation with someone can help both parties deal with the isolation. Don't make texting your only form of human contact.Another activity Dr Becky recommends is yoga. She also shares that the deep yoga breaths prevent the pelvic floor from contracting and if you suffer from painful sex, this practice can help alleviate the pain.We also learn that the brain is the biggest sex organ and you can give yourself an orgasm from breathing and focusing.We have a conversation about how people are 'dating' or finding new partners during this pandemic.The conversation diverges into a philosophical conversation about the long-term impacts of the pandemic on the individual and societal level and how we don't really know how it will manifest.They wrap up the episode talking about changing sleep patterns as you age, good sleep practices, and ways to relax your body enough to fall asleep easily. And one final piece of advice from Dr. Becky - orgasms are good for your mental health. Pandemic or not!Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT

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Emily and Michelle welcome Britt Tate - artist, teacher, activist, and mother - to the podcast. Britt was featured in December 2020 on the Humans of St. Louis Facebook page.(Note: Emily's uncle has been released from the hospital.)The conversation begins with a deep discussion on teaching art, challenges of disadvantaged schools, online and virtual learning, and Britt's Master's of Fine Art project of "Plus-Size Barbie" experience.They talk about how her art transformed after becoming a mother and her experience/journey with IVF.They end the episode talking about the SoundGarden/MakerSpace Britt created for the school on an abandoned lot across the street from it with opportunities for you to get involved as well.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT

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Michelle and Emily are joined on the podcast by friend Kathy Schweitzer. Michelle and Emily sip on a 2015 Chateau Bruni Bordeaux Superieure while Kathy sipped on her 2021 Corona. They learn why Kathy doesn't drink wine anymore - *hint, high school.Michelle asks Kathy to share her experience running for office and things people should think about if they are interested in getting involved. Fundraise! Talk to people! See the commonalities! They talk about local issues and learn that Emily pays for a street lamp on her electric bill!The conversation shifts to a lively discussion about Credit Unions and the creation of one to serve the economically-disadvantaged and traditionally "unbanked" and "underbanked" populations. They talk about how being poor costs money.The episode wraps up with a passionate discussion about not pumping your own gas, customer service, and artificial intelligence replacing our jobs. Michelle and Emily have competing views on self-checkout at grocery stores.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT

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Welcome to Season 6! Emily and Michelle are joined by Cassie Morgan, a fellow St. Louisan living in Malawi. Cassie is an epidemiologist from St. Louis whose been living in Africa for the last four years. She shares her journey from the St. Louis Public Schools to working on HIV & AIDS prevention in Africa.They learn about life in Malawi, the COVID situation there, what was it like to go to Africa and live there as a Person of Color; the lifestyle and how it differs from the American 'way of life.'Cassie talks about her work on HIV and AIDS prevention & the different initiatives and challenges. They discuss why condoms are so expensive. A pack of two can cost $3USD when people live on $1USD/day.Cassie talks about her experience of teaching English for a time in Rwanda and what we can learn from that country. They discuss the challenges to be gay in Malawi and the obstacles women face just because they are women.They wrap the conversation discussing Cassie's future plans and do they include any possibility of returning to the States to live.*This episode was recorded in late November 2020.*Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT

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Michelle and Emily welcome friend Jennifer Andrews to the podcast. Jennifer joins via Zoom and shares her first-hand account of her experience with COVID which put her in the hospital on oxygen and dealing with the long-term physical, emotional, and social effects.https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.htmlThank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastTwitter: @cliterallyspea1Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions.Be on the lookout for the launch of our live-streaming channel on Twitch, CliterallySpeakingPodTV. Our patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT

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