We are revisiting Calvin's wisdom.

The Reverend Calvin Taylor Skinner joined us to give some much needed perspective on the current racial climate. He is a minister, community bridge builder, and truly wonderful human.

Recommended Reading:

“The History of White People” - Nell Irvin Painter

“Blacks in Appalachia” - William H. Turner

“They Were Her Property” - Stephanie E. Jones-Rogers

“Algorithms of Oppression: How Search Engines Reinforce Racism” - Safiya Noble

Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear.

Ever been told to look on the bright side or forced to adhere to “good vibes only”? Yeah, us too. This week we’re positively anti-toxic positivity.

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Are you a chatty Cathy? Or maybe a Gabby Gabriella? Society has long taken it for granted that women are more talkative than men, but is that backed up by science? This week we’re talking about this stereotype and if it does any damage. Also, what the hell does it have to do with holiday cards?

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We continue our chat with Commissioner Lundy about the issues in Knox County and talk about how these issues impact our culture on a larger scale.

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Our friend, Commissioner Dasha Lundy, is back to talk about some unfortunate goings-on in Knox County and Rynn and Katrina share their recent experience at the county commission meeting where things were heating up.

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You may have been walking around thinking that it’s “thick thirty,” a la Lizzo, but make no mistake, diet culture is trying its best to bring back the “heroin chic” look from the ‘90s. We’re chatting about why this is such a destructive move and wondering if we can all just mind our own body business.

For help with eating disorders, call or text (800) 931-2237.

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Trad Wives(Season 4, Episode 25)(12/15/22)

What are trad wives? It’s a movement to make the American wife great again. And we’re not into it.

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Ready to chat about purity culture? Here’s a better question, ready to listen to an episode that makes Katrina uncomfortable? Grab your purity rings ready and buckle up.

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The midterms are over! We’re chatting about the aftermath and how voters defied the media’s expectations.

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Have you heard of the Drag Queen Story Hour program? We’re here to tell you all about this program and the alt-right group trying (and failing) to come between this program and the families who want to attend.

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