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Whether you became a parent in your 20s or 40s, or made the choice to be child-free, women have all kinds of opinions on motherhood. From societal pressures to internet shaming, the Loud Women share their experiences grappling with having children. 

It's PRIDE month and the Loud Women are celebrating! This is an honest and frank discussion about what it means to be part of the LGBTQ community, and be a supportive ally. A shout out to  https://www.thetrevorproject.org which provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ young people under 25. 1-866-488-7386.

For centuries women have adorned their skin with cosmetics to alter their appearance.  Is it personal preference or societal pressures that cause us to layer on the products? Are we compelled to conform to beauty standards or are we empowered to reject the pressures to look a certain way?

If you hear someone say something racist....do you call them out on it? What if friend makes a sexist joke on social media? Or what if your boss is making wildly inappropriate comments? When is it the right time to say something? The Loud women talk about speaking out, and how sometimes that comes at a cost....a privilege not everyone can afford. 

The Loud Women prove that civil discourse is still possible when debating guns in America. We examine the nuances of gun regulation and legislation all while having differing opinions on gun ownership. Please note this episode touches on gun violence and suicide. The suicide prevention hotline is 800-273-8255. 

As we crawl our way out of a pandemic, many women are concerned about social re-entry. It's hard enough to navigate the world of adult friendships without the added pressures of technology, social media, and plain being out of practice. This week the Loud Women are joined by friendship coach Danielle Bayard Jackson who gives us insight on maintaining those important connections.

Cancel culture has permeated our society. From abandoning brands, boycotting sports, and notifying employers of abhorrent on-line behavior. It appears on both sides of the issues and is supported by our access to social media. Is it aggressive and combative? Or is it simply time to hold people accountable?

With COVID restrictions beginning to lift, many women are thinking about taking a trip. But would you take a vacation alone? From trekking cross country, to dining alone; the Loud Women talk about their comfort levels when it comes to solo travel. 

It's Mother's Day weekend and the Loud Women are talking about self-care. From reading a good book, receiving therapy, going to the gym or taking a trip to Target....self-care is self-defined, and even more important during a pandemic. 

On the heels of the Derek Chauvin trial, the Loud Women look back at the history of police reform, and contemplate what it would take to make a better future.