This week the Loud Women have a lot on their minds. Kids going back to school, a slow vaccine role out, and upcoming Valentine's Day. Plus our Loud Women of the week honors the late Cloris Leachman. 

Dr. Janja Lahlich is an expert on the sociology of cults. In fact, she once belonged to one. This week we examine why people join cults; and ask if those who stormed the Capitol in the name of Trump qualify as cult followers. 

This week we are joined by special guest, Dr. Jennifer Hartstein; a child, adolescent and family psychologist, and contributor to the Today Show and Dr. Oz. How do we talk to our children about this crazy and tumultuous time? Dr. Jen offers advice from helping small children label their emotions, to limiting exposure to news. 

Thank goodness for good old escapism! This week the Loud Women share their latest binge worthy obsession, Bridgerton. Spoilers galore. Go watch before listening. 

After President Trump incited a mob yesterday in DC, the Loud Women just needed to talk it out: the violence, the white privilege, the rage and embarrassment we feel as Americans. Sometimes you just need to let those F words fly.

Happy New Year from the Loud Women! This week we take a look back at the news we may or may not want to remember from 2020. 

There's so much to catch up on this week with the Loud Women. From the appropriately earned title of a PhD, to the right -wing violence in DC. It's a bit of everything because we have a lot on our minds. But don't worry, Mel rounds things out with a fun game and Beca brings us our Loud Woman in History. 

The Loud Women are joined this week by a special guest, Beca's sister. Claire is in recovery after battling a 22 year-long eating disorder. The women share their own experiences with toxic diets, health struggles, and depression. This is a very open and honest episode and may be triggering as we discuss eating disorders and suicide. If you find yourself in need of assistance please reach out to the National Eating Disorders Helpline at 1 800 931 2237.

Do you have a favorite made-for-TV holiday movie? Or does the genre make you cringe? The Loud Women share their favorite commercials and movies that are bound to set a mood this time of year. Plus we catch up on everyone's Thanksgiving and learn about another brilliant Loud Woman in history. 

The holiday season isn't always filled with joy. In a tumultuous year, many are suffering. The Loud Women look for silver linings from COVID, find hilarity in Thanksgiving traditions, pay tribute to Native American women, and come to grips with a sudden loss. **This episode deals with overdose and depression and could be triggering for some. For information on services 1-800-662-HELP**