Feeling Called

The Matrix is Gaslighting You

You know that feeling when you realize the “rules” you’ve been following… might not actually be the rules? Yeah. That’s the Matrix talking.

This week, Lauren + Gina are pulling the curtain back on the systems we’ve all been swimming in — from the “sit still, raise your hand” education model to the corporate culture that hands out shiny awards while quietly draining your soul.

We get into:
🌀 Why the Matrix isn’t just a sci-fi movie (and how it shows up in your work and life)
📚 How school conditioned us for compliance, not creativity
🚫 The subtle toxic phrases that make corporate environments feel unsafe
🎤 Public speaking, authenticity, and why “polished” isn’t always powerful
🏆 The truth about awards, recognition, and who decides you’re “worthy”
🧠 How AI is shifting critical thinking (and how to keep your brain yours)
✨ Choosing work, clients, and opportunities that feel actually aligned

BONUS: LinkedIn cringe, you won't want to miss this.

It’s part call-out, part pep talk, and a reminder that the most productive thing you can do sometimes… is to unplug and think for yourself.

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Two Girls, One Mic, Brand Doula Edition

New set, better sound - let's talk birthing brands.

Ever feel like building your dream business is basically birthing a whole human… but with more emails and less epidural? Girl, same.

This week, we’re talking about the real (and sometimes messy) journey of entrepreneurship — the late nights, the family pep talks, the moments you think “uh… what am I even doing?” and the big exhale that happens when you finally slow down enough to hear yourself think.

We spill on:
🍼 Why we call ourselves brand doulas (and how we hold space through every stage of the “business baby” process)
🌀 The role intuition plays when strategy just isn’t cutting it
💼 How toxic work environments can actually push you toward your most aligned work
💡 The creative magic that happens when you stop forcing and start flowing
💬 Mindset shifts that make the whole ride less… survival mode

It’s raw, it’s relatable, and it’s basically the behind-the-scenes therapy session you didn’t know you needed.

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This one’s got everything: a runaway cat, remote viewing, spell-casting, and the moment two future biz besties realized they were… well, feeling called.

In this episode, Gina shares the chaotic, mystical, and very real story of losing (and finding) her cat, Bear — a saga that involved animal communicators, backyard stakeouts, and the unexpected beginning of her pet detective era. What started as a search for a missing cat led to a cosmic breadcrumb trail that connected Gina and Lauren in a way neither of them saw coming.

🧙‍♀️From casting literal spells to tracking energy fields, this convo is a wild mix of intuition, synchronicity, and the kind of magic that kicks in when you finally stop forcing and start listening.

Takeaways:
🐈 Gina is officially a pet detective now (add it to the résumé)
🌀 Remote viewing isn’t just for CIA experiments
🧙‍♀️ Spell-casting: surprisingly effective when you're desperate
✨ Some friendships are written in the stars — or in lost cat flyers
🧭 Your gut knows when you’re off track (and who can help you find your way back)
🏠 Environment matters — energetically and emotionally
💫 The weirdest moments often mark the beginning of the most aligned chapters

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In this episode, Lauren and Gina dive into a wild mix of science, intuition, and straight-up mystery — from seltzer natural flavor marketing to Lauren’s continued eye issues that cracked open a whole new level of intuitive clarity.

They break down the practice of remote viewing (yes, that’s a real thing), how your body can become your wisest guide, and why energetic consent actually matters when tuning into someone else’s field.

💫 Inside this episode:
• The remote viewing rabbit hole and how it works
• What Lauren’s eye issue revealed about intuition
• The wisdom your body’s trying to share
• Mindful ways to handle health anxiety
• The importance of energy hygiene and consent
• Plus: seltzer science, weird flavor facts, and the usual laughs

If you’ve ever felt like your body is trying to tell you something - or wondered if someone’s been peeking into your energy without asking - this one’s got your name on it.

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🎙 Feeling Called: The Podcast
With Gina Torres + Lauren Tatro
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This episode of Feeling Called is lovingly dedicated to Gina’s grandmother, Carol Herbert, who passed on July 3, 2025 — the very same day Gina’s nephew entered the world. A sacred intersection of endings and beginnings, this moment holds the heart of today’s conversation.

Cozy up and join Lauren and Gina as they explore the emotional terrain of life’s most profound transitions. From the weight of caregiving to the signs that appear when we’re paying attention, this is a space to honor the full range of the human experience — grief, rebirth, and the magic in between.

✨ We open up about the synchronicities that find us in times of loss, the strength it takes to advocate for our loved ones, and the quiet invitations to trust what we feel, even when the path ahead feels uncertain.

💫 Whether you're navigating your own season of transition or simply feeling the deep pulse of change, this episode offers warmth, insight, and a reminder that you're not alone.

Takeaways from this episode:

🌱 Rebirth is a natural and necessary cycle
🔥 Destruction often clears the way for new growth
🩺 Caregiving is a sacred and heavy responsibility
📣 Advocacy in healthcare matters deeply
🧭 Intuition can guide us when logic cannot
💔 Grief is layered, and signs are real
🌟 Everyday moments are filled with quiet magic
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Support systems ground us during transitions
🕊️ Vulnerability creates space for healing
🔄 Life and death often walk hand in hand

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Are You a Gleeker?
We kick this episode off the only way we know how: testing out Gina’s new juicer and discovering that ginger juice… activates some things. (Spoiler: the gleeks are out.)

But between the laughs and cheers, we dive into the real stuff:

🌪️ Emotional Whiplash
Why you can feel so grounded one moment and like you’re unraveling the next — and how to ride the wave.

🧬 Generational Healing
What it really takes to shift family patterns (especially when you’re the one who sees them first).

🌿 Nature = Nervous System Reset
Yes, crying in the woods is valid. And we’re talking about it.

🤝 The Black Sheep Role
Why being the one who doesn’t “fit” often means you’re the one breaking generational cycles.

💫 Presence Over Performance
Letting go of the need to have it all figured out and just showing up — messy, curious, and true.

This one’s part therapy sesh, part soul snack, and part chaotic juice cleanse — in other words, a classic Lauren + Gina convo.

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Doing the Work: A Conversation About Awakening, Identity, and Creating What You Wish Existed

This episode is the much-awaited continuation of our first convo, originally teased as parts two and three of our mini-sode series, now rolled into one big, soul-stretching conversation on what it really means to follow the call.

Lauren and Gina dive into the kind of work that doesn’t come with a certificate or corner office but might leave you sweating, sobbing, and soul-searching (sometimes all at once).

💭 From chasing gold stars to finally figuring out what you think and feel, we explore the shift from external validation to internal alignment.

👀 We talk about the awkward magic of being the new kid in spiritual spaces, the mental gymnastics of self-doubt, and how curiosity is basically your soul’s GPS.

💃 In part two of the convo, Gina shares what it was like to slay the runway for the first time, and how that full-body yes moment became a metaphor for showing up fully. (Spoiler: Lauren fan-girled so hard she stayed out late. Unheard of.)

🤯 We also unpack inner saboteurs, why representation matters, and the power of creating what you wish existed.

Plus: legacy talk, identity shifts, and why radical accountability might be the most powerful part of the healing process.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re “too much,” “not enough,” or somehow both, this one’s for you.

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Are you a Flat Earther?? 🌍🧠

In our very first episode of Feeling Called, we get curious, unhinged, and grounded in some real wisdom. From flat earth theories and big-headed baseball caps, to pelvic floors and purpose, somehow it all connects.

👮‍♀️ Learn how Gina has always been quick to dip from anything that didn’t fit, and how she kept moving forward chasing the vision she couldn’t shake.
💡 Lauren shares practical wisdom on how to normalize that restless inner pressure that makes you feel like you should be further along by now.
Oh, and this is just part one of a three-part mini-sode series. Buckle up for spiritual awakenings and full-on fangirl fashion shows in parts two and three.

Don’t forget to vote in our poll. It’s a very important data point for our highly scientific research. (No scientists were harmed in the making of this episode.)

If you’re craving change, clarity, or just a damn good convo, start here:

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✨ Soul-Led • Slightly Unhinged • Always Real✨

Ex-cop + Corporate duo gone soul-led.

Feeling Called is the podcast where real talk, weird humor, and deep purpose collide. Hosted by Gina Torres and Lauren Tatro, we explore life pivots, brand evolution, spiritual nudges, and the guts it takes to answer your inner call.

Expect hot takes, honest convos, and guests who are showing up in their gifts and doing things differently. Plus, our signature riffs, integrated tips, and unexpected turns that’ll keep you thinking, laughing, and wondering what’s coming next.New episodes drop every Monday 🎧 Subscribe + come hang.www.feelingcalled.com

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