The Bella Femme Podcast

The Bella Femme Podcast

By Amber Koehler & Emily KallickSociety & CulturePersonal Journals
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The Bella Femme Podcast episodes

  • Body Positivity in the 2024 Summer Olympics (Season Two Finale!)

    In this final episode of season two, we're loving the body positivity at the 2024 Summer Olympics! Amber and Emily chat about some of the inspiring stories of female athletes, from weightlifters to cyclists, to track and field athletes... these athletes have shattered stereotypes and paved the way for a more inclusive and accepting sporting culture.

    We'll share some of our favorite moments from the Games, highlighting the incredible achievements and powerful messages of these strong women.

    *Record Scratch*

    We also have to talk about the ongoing inequality in the perception towards female athletes, like the double standards they face.

    We hope you've enjoyed this season of our podcast! We'll be back with more episodes soon. In the meantime, please subscribe, rate, and review to help us reach even more listeners.

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    Ilona Maher Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ilonamaher/?hl=en⁠

    NPR's Embedded Season 20: 'Tested': ⁠https://www.npr.org/podcasts/819960140/tested⁠

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    25 min
  • Can We Overcome Burnout Together? Lessons from Our Community Gathering

    Our recent Bella Femme Picnic fundraiser brought people together, offering support, laughter, and a much-needed escape from everyday stresses.

    It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of life and forget to take care of ourselves. That’s why events like this are so important. They remind us to prioritize our mental health, connect with others, and find joy in the simple things.

    BUT

    There's no denying we're experiencing a little burnout. Would we be crazy if we wanted to go back to the slowness of life during lockdown? What can we do to remind ourselves to treat our community as precious *right now* instead of having it taken away and *then* missing it?


    How can we connect through small (and big!) ways to make life -- and achieving our dreams -- a little easier on everyone?

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    On the web: ⁠⁠https://www.twiceisniceshoppe.com/⁠⁠

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    27 min
  • Is Underconsumption Core Taking Off? How We Can Come Together To Teach More And Buy Less

    Amber and Emily get super pumped up about doing less... but maybe actually more?

    Under consumption is trending and we're here to talk about it all -- from mending your clothes to saving vegetable scraps!

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    Find Us

    On the web: ⁠⁠https://www.twiceisniceshoppe.com/⁠⁠

    On Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/twiceisniceshoppe?fbclid=IwAR1wrJJlQ9PoydVhf_45kt0KGdrnExpz2CQ4e6VMtmRcf74SknOafnAXb-I⁠⁠

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    36 min
  • What's Up With Swedish Death Cleaning? How To not F*ck Up After You're Gone

    Trigger warning: This episode deals with death and dying. Please take care.


    So, the other day Amber had an encounter with a woman who was cleaning out her Mother In Law's stuff. In the past few years she has had to deal with too many deaths in her family. Her advice for doing the right thing when facing grief?! "Get your shit together so this doesn't happen to you".


    Swedish Death Cleaning is on our minds and -as it turns out - we don't know squat about this process and our collective shit is absolutely NOT together.


    Join us on this wild ride where we talk about consumption, appreciation, and burden of all that STUFF.


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    Find Us

    On the web: ⁠⁠https://www.twiceisniceshoppe.com/⁠⁠

    On Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/twiceisniceshoppe?fbclid=IwAR1wrJJlQ9PoydVhf_45kt0KGdrnExpz2CQ4e6VMtmRcf74SknOafnAXb-I⁠⁠

    On Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/twiceisniceconsignmentboutique⁠⁠

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    On YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz4e11JwZAMk6Uykqupwpjg⁠

    30 min
  • What Is The Bella Femme Picnic? (Our Biggest Charity Event You'll Want To Invite Your Bestie To)

    PSST: Grab your tickets for the Second Annual Bella Femme Picnic at https://www.twiceisniceshoppe.com/event-details/bella-femme-picnic-2

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    Howdy! It's just Amber and Emily popping into your feed to talk about our FABULOUS plans for the Second Annual Bella Femme Picnic!


    Listen. Self care is hard to come by (so much so that Emily has to schedule it in). Don't drop the ball on yourself and come hang out with us for the goodest of causes - to support The Laurel Center, a women's shelter of Winchester Virginia.

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    Find Us

    On the web: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.twiceisniceshoppe.com/⁠⁠⁠

    On Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/twiceisniceshoppe?fbclid=IwAR1wrJJlQ9PoydVhf_45kt0KGdrnExpz2CQ4e6VMtmRcf74SknOafnAXb-I⁠⁠⁠

    On Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/twiceisniceconsignmentboutique⁠⁠⁠

    On TiKTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@twiceisniceshoppe⁠⁠⁠

    On YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz4e11JwZAMk6Uykqupwpjg⁠⁠

    21 min
  • Do Your Everyday Actions Make A Greener Future? Interview with Sustainability Matters

    Amber and Emily chat with Andrea McGimsey of Sustainability Matters on her journey, the mission of this incredible non-profit, the small eco-friendly changes that anyone can make, and the future of her work with Sustainability Matters!

    We laugh, become inspired, and give permission to fail. It's all good.


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    Find Us

    On the web: ⁠⁠https://www.twiceisniceshoppe.com/⁠⁠

    On Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/twiceisniceshoppe?fbclid=IwAR1wrJJlQ9PoydVhf_45kt0KGdrnExpz2CQ4e6VMtmRcf74SknOafnAXb-I⁠⁠

    On Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/twiceisniceconsignmentboutique⁠⁠

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    On YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz4e11JwZAMk6Uykqupwpjg⁠

    41 min
  • Summer of Creativity? Not Just For Kids - Cultivating a Summer of Creative Inspiration

    In this episode, Amber and Emily explore the ebb and flow of seasonal creativity, and how to cultivate those sparks of inspiration when they seem to fizzle.

    We chat about:

    • Unlocking Your Creative Cycle: Understanding your personal rhythm for maximum inspiration.
    • Summertime Inspiration Hacks: From nature walks to museum visits, how to find creativity fuel in your surroundings.
    • Embrace the Spark, No Matter the Medium: Learning from others' creativity, even if it's different from your own.
    • Taming the Ebb & Flow: Strategies for capturing fleeting moments of inspiration and reigniting the creative flame.
    • Bonus Tips:

      • Keep Your Tools Handy: Make inspiration a grab-and-go event!
      • Capture the Moment: Utilize notes, photos, or texts to remember fleeting creative ideas.
      • The Power of Inspiration: Embrace creative YouTube channels and social media reels.
      • Your Quiet Quail Moment is Essential: Just like Sarah in Episode 3, learn to set boundaries to protect your creative well-being.
      • Join us in this summer celebration of creativity! We encourage you to embrace everyday opportunities to create, no matter how small.

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        Find Us

        On the web: ⁠⁠https://www.twiceisniceshoppe.com/⁠⁠

        On Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/twiceisniceshoppe?fbclid=IwAR1wrJJlQ9PoydVhf_45kt0KGdrnExpz2CQ4e6VMtmRcf74SknOafnAXb-I⁠⁠

        On Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/twiceisniceconsignmentboutique⁠⁠

        On TiKTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@twiceisniceshoppe⁠⁠

        On YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz4e11JwZAMk6Uykqupwpjg⁠

        20 min
      • Can We Ditch the Hustle? The Modern Woman's Balancing Act

        Feeling the summer squeeze? In this episode of The Bella Femme Podcast, Amber and Emily chat about the pressures of Hustle Culture and wonder what ever happened to, "It Takes A Village"?! We explore the challenges of affording summer activities for kids, the rise of "quiet quitting," and the trade-offs between side hustles and self-care.


        So what's up with the clash of hustle culture and the dream of a supportive village? We explore the challenges modern women face:

        • Summer Expenses: Can you afford a comfortable summer with kids while "quiet quitting"?
        • Side Hustle vs. Second Job: Balancing work, self-care, and dreams of financial freedom.
        • Healthcare Hurdles: How healthcare costs force parents to choose between side hustles and family time.
        • The Side Hustle Conundrum: Is the constant hustle worth sacrificing personal well-being?
        • Is "Clocking Out" Possible? Exploring the entrepreneurial nature of side hustles and the pressure to always be "on."
        • Where's the Village? Discussing the shift from community support to the relentless pursuit of individual achievement.
        • Join us for a frank conversation about finding balance, prioritizing self-care, and reclaiming the "village" spirit in a world obsessed with hustle.

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          Find Us

          On the web: ⁠⁠https://www.twiceisniceshoppe.com/⁠⁠

          On Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/twiceisniceshoppe?fbclid=IwAR1wrJJlQ9PoydVhf_45kt0KGdrnExpz2CQ4e6VMtmRcf74SknOafnAXb-I⁠⁠

          On Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/twiceisniceconsignmentboutique⁠⁠

          On TiKTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@twiceisniceshoppe⁠⁠

          On YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz4e11JwZAMk6Uykqupwpjg⁠


          25 min
        • Skirts on Guys? Exploring Gendered Fashion, LGBTQ+ Fashion Wins & The Future of Inclusivity

          Join us for a vibrant discussion on fashion that breaks free from gender norms! We're delving into the world of gender-fluid fashion! Have you seen men rocking skirts and other traditionally "feminine" clothing? Is it a passing fad or a sign of a more inclusive fashion future?

          Fashion isn't just about clothes – it's about self-expression. Fashion's a rainbow, not a binary!

          We'll also celebrate iconic LGBTQ+ fashion moments that pushed boundaries and celebrate self-expression. From fabulous drag queens to the power suits of trailblazing women, we'll revisit some history-making style statements.

          Happy Pride + Happy Everything!

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          Find Us

          On the web: ⁠⁠https://www.twiceisniceshoppe.com/⁠⁠

          On Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/twiceisniceshoppe?fbclid=IwAR1wrJJlQ9PoydVhf_45kt0KGdrnExpz2CQ4e6VMtmRcf74SknOafnAXb-I⁠⁠

          On Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/twiceisniceconsignmentboutique⁠⁠

          On TiKTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@twiceisniceshoppe⁠⁠

          On YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz4e11JwZAMk6Uykqupwpjg⁠

          28 min
        • Beach Please? Sustainable Travel Hacks for the Slow Living Explorer

          Dreaming of a summer getaway but want to minimize your impact? This episode is for the slow living soul who craves adventure, not excess. Join us as we unpack 4 essential tips for sustainable and budget-friendly travel including how to pack, shop, eat, and explore local.

          Learn how to pack light, shop local, eat like a pro, and explore hidden gems, all without breaking the bank (or the planet)!

          Hit subscribe and get ready to wanderlust with a conscience!


          Watch Amber's travel vlog to Erie, PA to see the Eclipse on The Bella Femme YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/11yv6jh8ML0


          Artists mentioned in this episode: https://theartofseth.com/ : @antsarthouse


          Did you like this one? Please rate & review this podcast! It means so much to the very real gals behind it.

          We'd love you feedback and suggestions for the podcast! You can also drop us a line at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠

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          Find Us

          On the web: ⁠⁠https://www.twiceisniceshoppe.com/⁠⁠

          On Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/twiceisniceshoppe?fbclid=IwAR1wrJJlQ9PoydVhf_45kt0KGdrnExpz2CQ4e6VMtmRcf74SknOafnAXb-I⁠⁠

          On Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/twiceisniceconsignmentboutique⁠⁠

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          On YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz4e11JwZAMk6Uykqupwpjg⁠

          32 min

        About The Bella Femme Podcast

        From the publisher's feed

        Each episode is a chat about the things that join us together as women and humans on this earth and make you go “whoa, I thought I was the only one”, but then you find out you’re not the only one and you feel relieved.