I am reviewing Rachel Hollis’ New York Times #1 Bestselling book Girl, Stop Apologizing (hint: I loved it); discussing the need to live in gratitude everyday, especially during hard seasons; and discussing Michelle Obama’s Becoming Book Tour! I hope you enjoy it!

Ep. 11 - Where I’ve Been and Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. How and why I have dropped off the face of the earth, and what to expect from KaliDesautelsReads(WritesAndRants) going forward, as I navigate my family’s current needs.

Today’s episode discusses re-immersing into activities and languages that you love. I spent a week listening to audible in French and am excited by the results. We review Justin Trudeau’s book Terrain D’Enteint/Common Ground - spoiler - I loved it. The episode ends with a call to action regarding your local Lean In Chapter and how you can get involved in empowering women and networking with women in your area! Seriously, you guys! You need to listen!!

Interviewing Dean Duperron, Chevalier, Fellow, Métis Leader, President and CEO of The Duperron Group. Dean provides advice and wisdom to young entrepreneurs and executives, books to read for success, personal mottos, philosophy, and acts of courage.

This episode is a review of Reni Eddo-Lodge’s book Why I Am No Longer Talking To White People About Race. I am discussing why it is important for white people to sit with our discomfort and to learn to appreciate our privilege for what it is, to stop defending ourselves and to just listen.

Reviewing Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s Book In My Own Words, discussing the new Doctor Who Episode “Rosa” and interviewing a single mum who embodies everyday courage.

Reviewing Mel Robbins’ book The 5 Second Rule and discussing balance. Is there such a thing? Is it possible? #success #balance #doctorwho #melrobbins

Reviewing Laura Vanderkam’s Time Management Book - I Know How She Does It: How Successful Women Make The Most of Their Time; DOCTOR WHO!!!!! Seriously- Who can watch anything else right now????; How looking for the positive moments can dramatically change your day and your perspective.

Discussing Katharine Graham, the first female publisher of The Washington Post; The Winner of the New Binge Poll; and Why Quotes Appeal to Us in the Social Media Age

Welcome to Episode 2!! Thanks for checking us out! Today we are discussing Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert, The Staircase on Netflix and what to binge next - Lost or Man In The High Castle, and finally a rant about self care. C’mon and join us!!