With over fifteen years of experience in sleep medicine, Dr. Wendy Troxel knows a thing or two about beauty sleep. From the difference between rest and sleep, to the needed systemic change for sleep equality, this episode explores the ins-and-outs of a topic we all love very much and don’t get enough of. Listen now. 

Comedian. Actor. Musician. Advocate. Margaret Cho is a proven jack of all trades, master of many. Born & raised in liberal San Francisco, she is known for her stand-up where she uses humor to critique and cope with social & political issues regarding race & sexuality. Join us for a hilarious discussion about the power of comedy and its effects on healing. 

When it comes to balance, Heather Crockett Oram has mastered it. As a mother of 5, a nurse practitioner, and a world traveler, she is redefining motherhood on her own terms. From infertility to adoption, join us as we chat about the many adversities Heather had to face in becoming the beautiful mother and woman she is today.

Cultural appropriation? Not OK. But appreciation? A beautiful thing! On this episode we sit down with Live Tinted founder, Deepica Mutyala and actor, Sarah Podemski on the many ways they’ve had to navigate their culture’s interpretation in a white dominated world. Join us for a judgment-free dialogue aimed to help us all understand the many nuances in appreciating cultures respectfully. 

Pleasure has the power to spark cultural change, a phenomenon that the founder of MakeLoveNotPorn, Cindy Gallop, greatly believes in. Through innovation and courage, Cindy has worked tirelessly to dismantle the falsities that porn has projected on society. Because for too long porn has only showcased one perspective of pleasure, but in the real world, there are so many more. Join us as we chat with Cindy Gallop about the many ways understanding the principles of pleasure can have a positive impact, not only on our society but our economy as a whole. 

Representation doesn’t end with the real world. That’s why founder of Black Girl Gamers, Jay-Ann Lopez has committed her career to broadening the scope of what can exist within the gaming world. Her dedication is strong and her passion runs deep, because in reality, the gaming space should be a reflection of the beauty in our everyday lives. Today, we chat with Jay-Ann about the many ways diversity can be implemented within the industry from both a micro and macro level, and explore the varying impact it can have on all of us. Listen now!

The limit doesn’t exist when it comes to Monique Coleman. From child star to multi-hyphenate creator, activist and speaker, she is the definition of defying it all — especially expectations associated with age. Now at 42, Monique is embarking on a new road towards self discovery. Today we chat about stepping into our power at any age and fully accepting our most authentic selves. Listen now!

Storytelling sits at the forefront of the human condition, and for Noor Tagouri, it’s her life’s work. At 28, Noor is an award-winning journalist, producer, and voice for many. She is especially skilled at communicating complicated stories and infusing them with the heart of humanity. Her talent broadens the perspectives of thousands. Join us as we discuss how stories can link us together and change the world. Listen now!

Get comfortable with being uncomfortable on this week's episode featuring activist, speaker, and author Michelle Mijung Kim. We’ll discuss Michelle's career as a change-maker and her journey to rewriting the narrative of what allyship can mean. Join us and learn how we can undo the harm performative activism has had. Listen now!

Get married or leave home. Those were the two options for 14-year-old Zarna Garg following her mother’s sudden death . . . so she left. Now, self-proclaimed “terrible lawyer” turned comedian, Zarna is making waves with her quick rise and unabashed take on humor. Her comedy centers motherhood and immigration in hilarious and nuanced ways, and her success proves bravery can bring beauty to our world. Listen now.