Do Good Feel Good

Welcome to the special COVID-19 series, where we bring you tips for feeling good in these strange times and action you can take from your couch!

So on this episode of the podcast we feature a former lawyer turned yoga instructor, Chris Parkison. Chris Parkison also happens to be a yoga teacher trainer - leading Lauren and about 20 other students in their journey to becoming yoga instructors. But that's not all! Chris is also the host of his own podcast, the DC yoga Podcast - check it out!

Disclaimer: This episode references addiction. If you live with a substance addiction or know someone who does, you are not alone. To find help or guidance please look into SAMSHA. SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.

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This is a throw back episode from February 2020 and it is live! This episode will accompany a full-length recording soon to be released!

In partnership with, StreetWise Partners we dove into some very important and frequently asked questions like.. what should I spritz my resume with, what font should I use, etc.. 

While Washington D.C. has seen steady job growth over the past few years, this growth has been disproportionate. For those from overlooked communities, unemployment sits near recession levels. Individuals from these communities rarely have access to soft and professional skills training critical for job success, creating an opportunity gap that exacerbates inequality. StreetWise Partners is here to help!

Didn't get that job offer you were hoping for? Chris has created a template rejection of a rejection letter.

Dear StreetWise Partners,

After much consideration, I regret to inform you that I will not be able to accept your rejection at this time. I will see you Monday morning, ready to be trained on whatever it is I’ll be doing with your company. I wish you the best of luck with your future rejections.

Sincerely,

Chris 

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After a brief hiatus, we are BACK bb!

This is a throw back episode from January 2020 and it is live! This episode accompanies our off-stage doozie with Dana Fleitman from Sparc. We dove into the nitty gritty on Stalking Awareness Month 2020! And although that month is over, stalkers still live on and we need to learn how to identify traits of stalking so we spread awareness and advocate on behalf of victims.

SPARC is a project of AEquitas and is funded by the Office of Violence Against Women. The views in this podcast are those of the interviewee.

This episode also features the one and only FRANQI FRENCH and she speaks to her own experience with stalking and how she overcame the experience to become the bad ass woman she is today! This was one of her last shows in DC before heading over to the West Coast baby where she is making all her new fans laugh! Franqi is a winner of the 16th Annual StandUp NBC competition! Booyakasha!

Sad thing to note, my beautiful poem about stalking was cut off. I have posted it below for your enjoyment.

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Little loo hoo 

Sat on her chair

Scouring instagram

With such delicate care

She could not tap hard

She could not tap twice

She could not like a photo

That she thought was nice

“Am I a stalker,

Because I watch him all day?”

Silly little loo hoo 

What a funny thing to say!

This is not stalking,

Your ex dont know you are there.  

You’re not dressed up like Mrs. Doubtire 

Braiding his hair

You’re simply waiting for updates

And watching his life 

Fantasizing about when

You will be his wife. 

We once called this stalking

But now we know best

We can watch our crushes

Instagram, snapchat - the rest

As long as they dont know

They can’t be afraid 

Time to get that 

Free data upgrade.. So you can watch them more

We are no longer creepy!  

If he had only knew..

Here we are some more

Not-stalking things you can do:

You can watch their stories, 

from fake accounts too

You can get your friends to 

Send them pictures of you 

You can find a girl in his post

Then go to her facebook

You can spend a few hours there

Just a little quick look

You can then find her ex

From 98 - yesteryear,

They went hunting together

Once they shot a deer 

But this isn’t stalking

This causes no fear.

So go on your way now

Look at all the folks

Look at the pages 

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This episode is a wee bit of a wild card!

We do not feature any organization. Instead, we hear the **abridged** (Lauren edited 12 minutes of this out) history of  Grassroots Comedy DC with co-founder, Matt Dundas. For he is bidding farewell to the city beautiful, Washington DC. to live in New England with his charming family! We also welcome to the couch, Mark on the strings.

It is a super entertaining episode and we will be back with our regularly scheduled programming next week.

Also, be forewarned, the last 7 minutes of this show are actually a thank you song.. sooo be prepared for that.

Our next show is on February 14th, that's right baby, VALENTINES DAY! We will have more details very soon!

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WELCOME TO THE FIRST EPISODE OF THE NEW DECADE!

And welcome to Stalking Awareness Month 2020! This is the month you've all been waiting for and it's finally here! Let's learn about it..

So on this episode of the podcast we feature a brilliant comedian and educator, THE Dana Fleitman. She makes us laugh and gets down to the nitty gritty about her work with SPARC.

SPARC is a project of AEquitas and is funded by the Office of Violence Against Women. The views in this podcast are those of the interviewee.

SPARC

The Stalking Prevention, Awareness, and Resource Center (SPARC) ensures first responders and other allied professionals have the specialized knowledge to identify and respond to the crime of stalking.

As a comprehensive national resource center, SPARC provides a multi-faceted approach to programming. SPARC assists multi-disciplinary

professionals with information, resources, and policy and protocol development through our technical assistance endeavors. SPARC also provides local, regional, statewide, and national trainings to U.S. Department of Justice Office on Violence Against Women, (OVW) grantees and potential grantees.

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This episode is a double whammy! The first 3 quarters are the classic format, seats on couch in studio. Stay tuned after our convo to hear clips from our last live show of 2019!

Rise Against Hunger is an international hunger relief organization that distributes food and life-changing aid to the world’s most vulnerable, mobilizing the necessary resources to end hunger by 2030.

"Get Involved to End World Hunger! Regardless of your location on the map, age, schedule or resources, we believe you can make a positive difference in the fight against hunger. Even seemingly small contributions can add up to a BIG impact. We’d like to invite you to take action, donate and join our growing movement to end hunger worldwide by 2030."

Stuff referenced in the ep:

• The 2020 elections are upon us, make your decisions wisely by reviewing the COMFORT FOODS OF THE DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES
• Be sure to get tickets to our next show on January 10th at Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe with SPARC!
• Do you want to date someone you've heard on the show?! Stay tuned and travel to DC to bid on a date with one of us, while supporting the nonprofit of your dreams! Info on the Data Comic Auction (date - a - comic) comin atcha real soon..

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real talk. this episode provides real stories about the abortion experience and how you can talk about it in a respectful way, to people with diverse and opposing opinions. but also this is one of the BEST EPISODES YET! it is funny and includes real segments and actual real information and stats!

Abortion Access Force - DC

AAF DC is the DC Chapter of Abortion Access Force (formerly Lady Parts Justice), the first #NSFW, rapid response reproductive rights messaging hub that uses comedy, culture and digital media to sound an alarm about the terrifying erosion of reproductive access so people will get off their asses and reclaim their rights. We are #AbortionAF.

Stuff referenced in the ep:

• Jesus and Jollof
• John Legend and Kelly Clarkson's new take on Baby its Cold Outside.
• The Shaderoom
• Luvvie
• Sperm is actually referenced in the bible! "9 But Onan knew that the child would not be his; so whenever he slept with his brother’s wife, he spilled his semen on the ground to keep from providing offspring for his brother."

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Do Good: This show benefited Ayuda. We interviewed the amazing, knowledgeable, and dedicated LAWYER AND ATTORNEY (still dont know the difference) Colleen Normile,

Mission and Vision: Ayuda advocates for low-income immigrants through direct legal, social and language services, training and outreach in the Washington DC metropolitan area. Ayuda envisions a community where all immigrants succeed and thrive in the United States.

Their 2018 legal service stats, BEHOLD:

• 4,243 matters resolved
• 3,473  clients served
• 969 legal consultations provided
• 17 Special Immigrant Juvenile Status petitions for abandoned, abused, or neglected children approved
• 24 visas for survivors of human trafficking approved
• 34 visas for victims of crime approved
• 60 individuals represented in DACA renewals
• 112 individuals represented TPS re-registrations

Wanna help?? You heard Colleen and you heard Cardi B. Give them MONEY!

Feel Good: We introduced the MILK CHALLENGE! Be sure to tell us your favorite milk by commenting on any of our social medial platforms using the hashtag #milkmilkmilk

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Do Good: This show benefited Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response Fund. We interviewed the amazing, knowledgeable, and dedicated Erin Goodyear.

Through Habitat’s Disaster Risk Reduction and Response program, Habitat provides shelter assistance, education, training and partnerships to the affected individuals who find themselves in unthinkable situations.When a disaster strikes, the loss of a home can leave you at your most vulnerable. Habitat works to rebuild communities in these circumstances, moving them from ruin to recovery.

In the face of disaster, Habitat for Humanity International provides:

• Housing needs arising from natural disasters and emergency conflicts, including sustainable shelter and housing solutions.
• Education, training and partnership solutions to those in need of our relief services.
• Expertise in technical information, program design and implementation, and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures.
• Preventative support and information for disaster-prone areas.
• Year-round preparedness efforts to ensure we are ready when something happens.

The most basic needs become both scarce and dire in the event of an emergency: health, water, shelter, sanitation, livelihoods, safety and education, among others. Habitat believe that safe, reliable shelter provides the foundation from which all of these things can begin to reemerge during the relief and rebuilding process.

• Read about current and past disaster response.
• Learn about the preventative measures Habitat takes to reduce vulnerabilities and build community resilience.
• Explore the various volunteer opportunities within our Disaster Risk Reduction and Response program.
• Donate to the Disaster Risk Reduction and Response program.

Feel Good: I tried stand up for the first time and thought that felt pretty good!

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