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Americans are consuming clothing at rapid rates compared to previous decades. Tune in as Margo and Tashira discuss the perils of fast fashion and how they're trying to consume more consciously. Sound off in the comments! Resources mentioned: 1. Fashion Transparency Index: https://www.fashionrevolution.org/about/transparency/ 2. Sustainability Brand Rating Tool: https://goodonyou.eco 3. The Psychology of Fast Fashion If our conversation resonated with you, then consider continuing the conversation in our NEW private community! Join the justUS League here. Get your justUS swag here! Shop our Osea faves and use code JUSTUS10 to save 10% Get convenient and affordable therapy with Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/justuspodcast __ Follow Us on Instagram: @justus_pod @margo.lindauer @politicsandfshn

What's the best and worst advice you've been given throughout the years? Today, we're tackling this topic while also sharing thoughts on the recent Torey Lanez and Megan Thee Stallion documentary.

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Welcome back! Moving forward we're dumping seasons and dropping episodes bi-weekly. Get ready for more justUS coming your way!

In this episode, we're responding to negative social media comments and exploring the rise of comment culture. How did it start? What's constructive feedback versus trolling? Why do we have the impulse to engage in content with which we disagree? Follow us on social media to share your thoughts!

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In the last episode of season three, Margo and Tashira discuss how Americans define luxury. They explore the nuances that impact this definition like race, class and access to wealth. Does luxury have to include material items? What's the difference between loud and quiet luxury? Join us in the private community to sound off!

Watch Tashira's breaking down quiet luxury and old money versus new money here.

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In this episode, Margo and Tashira speak with Amanda Hunter, Executive Director of the Barbara Lee Family Foundation, about the challenges women face in politics. They explore data behind women's electability, the power of local elections and rampant stereotypes across political parties. Overall, Amanda lays out a plan to get more women into elected office.

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In late 2022, Season For Squeezin founder Julie Devaney Hogan discovered a small, barbell-shaped growth in her breast while putting on her bathing suit. A few short weeks later, Julie, mother of three and wife of ten years to the love of her life, Dave, was diagnosed with HER2+ invasive ductal carcinoma Stage 3 breast cancer.

We speak to Julie in today's episode to learn how she is turning tragedy into triumph by defining her breast cancer journey on her own terms. Check out Julie's rapidly growing organization Season for Squeezin to learn more about the importance of early detection.

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Time is one of the only finite resources in our lives, and how we value it changes as we age. In this episode, Margo and Tashira discuss how they value time and make room for things that truly matter. As you listen, ask yourself: Am I holding space and time for what I love? Your answer may shock you.

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Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have been everywhere lately, but the weight loss industrial complex isn't new. In this episode, Margo and Tashira interrogate western society's fascination with thinness, standards of beauty, "acceptable" bodily modifications and celebrity culture. Overall, they encourage listeners to consult reputable physicians to make the best decisions for their bodies.

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In this episode, Tashira and Margo have an engaging and thoughtful discussion with Dr. Ruth Nemzoff, ranging from advice for connecting with parents through different phases of life, lasting marriages, abortion, and feminism throughout the years. This episode is for folks who want inspiration on being a BIG Big Age. Dr. Nemzoff is the author of "Don't Bite Your Tongue: How to Foster Rewarding Relationships with Your Adult Children" and "Don't Roll Your Eyes: Making In-Laws into Family" and is a resident scholar at Brandeis Women's Studies Research Center. ​ Currently, she is an advice columnist for the American Israelite, as well as a frequent blogger for The Huffington Post and Betterafter50. She serves on the boards of Interfaith Family and Brandeis Women's Studies Research Center. __ If our conversation resonated with you, then consider continuing the conversation in our NEW private community! Join the justUS League here. __ Get your justUS swag here! Shop our Osea faves and use code JUSTUS10 to save 10% __ Follow Us on Instagram: @justus_pod @margo.lindauer @politicsandfshn

We are incredibly honored to have India Oxenberg as our guest for this episode. India is many things, Author, Producer, and Activist. India bravely shares her experiences of inadvertently joining the Nxivm cult, her harrowing experiences in it, how she got out, and how she is healing herself and thriving in real time. India offers a detailed look into how seemingly legitimate businesses and communities can seduce unsuspecting folx into joining a cult without realizing it. She also speaks candidly and from a place of strength about her healing journey since escaping the cult and her current efforts to help others through their trauma. Immeasurable thanks to India for sharing her story with the justUS community.

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