Now more than ever we are turning to social media for connection, but often it leaves us feeling even more lonely and isolated. In today's episode Carmen and Serena talk about the irony of social media and how it has changed throughout our lives. They end the episode with a conversation on their experiences using dating apps and dating in a world of overwhelming choice.

Today, Serena and Carmen talk about their experiences of sexual harassment and assault. How have they navigated a world where they were taught, since a very young age, to fear men? What are the harmful misconceptions of sexual assault and how has that shaped their behaviours? How have they balanced speaking their boundaries to men without fearing repercussions? Tune in to hear their answers to these questions and more.

Trigger warning: SA

Video mentioned by Anna Akana: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nxCntTmdfJ8&list=LL&index=704

In today’s episode Carmen and Serena speak on their opinions on representation in the media and what it means for us as women of colour. Has representation changed throughout our lives, and if so, has that influenced our feelings about our identity? When does it become pandering? Join us as we discuss these questions and more.

Happy Earth Month everyone! In this episode, Serena and Carmen share some of their favorite "green" habits; from sustainability to anti-consumerism, we are all trying to do our part. 

Serena and Carmen are back with another episode. Today we talk about our insecurities growing up and our journey with our bodies.       

In the wake of the one-year anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic, Serena & Carmen discuss their experience with grief and loss throughout their lives.

For Carmen and Serena 2020 has been full of growing pains; changes that they had to get used to, conversations that had to be had. Join them in their season 1 finale where they delve into these growing pains, as well as look back on the holiday season and look forward to new year's resolutions!

In this episode, Serena and Carmen discuss the criticism that Cardi Bi and Megan thee Stallion’s WAP has been receiving over the past month, as well as female sexuality in mainstream culture. They then invite some friends to share their thoughts on the song

In today’s episode, Serena and Carmen explore the complexities of perfectionism and anxiety, including what it is and how it has played both an adaptive and maladaptive role in their personal lives.

Serena Williams' Comments About Perfectionism https://bit.ly/3laMzfy

Dr. Marton Antony TEDxRyersonU Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTbnBmwKuCI&t=1s

Smith, M. M., Sherry, S. B., Chen, S., Saklofske, D. H., Mushquash, C., Flett, G. L., & Hewitt, P. L. (2017). The perniciousness of perfectionism: A meta-analysic review of the perfectionism-suicide relationship. Journal of Personality, 86(3), 522-542. https://doi.org/10.1111/jopy.12333

In this episode, Serena and Carmen talk about the insidious nature of shame, and the role it plays in everyone’s lives. They talk about the important lessons they’ve learned through Dr. Brené Brown’s research and storytelling.

Brené Brown Videos

“Listening to Shame” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psN1DORYYV0

“The power of vulnerability” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iCvmsMzlF7o

Brené Brown Books:  Daring Greatly, I Thought It Was Just Me.