The Radical Female with Jami Crist

Welcome to The Radical Female podcast! Join us for an inspiring conversation with The Losses We Keep contributing author Katie Jamieson, as we explore themes of resilience, transformation, and finding purpose through life's challenges.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/voyage.la.vie/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-jamieson-cae/
Website: ​​https://www.katiejamieson.com/

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In this conversation, Jami introduces the contributing author from The Losses We Keep, Amanda Phoebus. Amanda dives into her journey of motherhood, infertility, and the emotional challenges that accompany this experience. They discuss the importance of sharing stories, the impact of childhood trauma on their desires to become mothers, and the struggles faced during the fertility journey. Amanda shares her experiences with medical professionals, the emotional toll of infertility, and the eventual decision to consider surrogacy. The conversation emphasizes the need for support and understanding among women facing similar challenges. She emphasizes the importance of emotional support, both for herself and her husband, and the need to trust one's own instincts throughout the process. Amanda discusses the value of community and shared experiences, highlighting how connecting with others who have faced similar challenges can provide comfort and insight. The conversation also delves into the practical steps of exploring surrogacy, building a relationship with a surrogate, and the profound sense of peace that comes with making such a significant decision. Ultimately, Amanda reflects on the journey to parenthood, expressing gratitude for the experiences that shaped her family's story.

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Meet the contributing author to The Losses We Keep, Samantha Bonizzi. In this conversation, Jami and Samantha discuss the emotional journey of experiencing miscarriage and pregnancy loss. They explore the importance of community, support, and sharing personal stories to navigate the challenges of fertility and motherhood. Samantha shares her experiences with loss, the impact of writing on her healing process, and her decision to contribute to a book that aims to help others in similar situations. Samantha talks about her experience through infertility and how her story and title is called, "If Nothing is Broken, How do We Fix It." Her title and story are something that many of us experience trying to have a baby. The conversation highlights the need for open dialogue about these experiences and the power of connection in overcoming grief.

You can connect with Samantha, on Instagram: @sam.bonizzi

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Sarah Goldsborough shares her journey as a hairstylist and her experience with pregnancy loss. She discusses how she used social media to attract the type of clients she wanted and how she opened up about her personal struggles, including pregnancy losses, on her platforms. Sarah talks about her chapter in the book 'Losses You Keep' titled 'Chasing Rainbows' and how she came to the realization that she was content with having one child. She also shares the importance of therapy, fitness, and finding support in healing from pregnancy loss. Sarah and Jami discuss their writing process for the book and the healing journey it provided. They talk about the importance of reliving their experiences and the therapeutic aspect of writing. They also discuss the power of sharing their stories and how it can resonate with others going through similar situations. They touch on the pressure to have more children and the societal expectations around family size. They also discuss the anthology format of the book and the importance of including diverse stories. They talk about the impact of the book and the hope that it will make other women feel seen and heard. They also discuss Sarah's fitness journey and her focus on health and strength rather than weight loss.

You can follow and connect with Sara, 

IG: @mommyyousidethefword & @sarahgoldsborough

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In this solo episode, Jami introduces a collection of stories from various authors, focusing on themes of resilience, healing, and community support. She emphasizes the importance of sharing personal journeys, particularly in the context of motherhood, pregnancy loss, and infertility. Jami expresses her hope that these stories will resonate with readers and provide a sense of hope and connection. She also discusses her commitment to continuing the conversation beyond the book launch, inviting community involvement and support.

• The Losses We Keep: Our Journey of Fertilty, Loss, and Never-Ending Hope goes live on Wed, October 23rd. Please purchase day of and leave a review. 
• Learn  about the book and authors here:https://jamicrist.com/the-losses-we-keep 
  • Instagram: JamiCrist
  • Substack: https://thelosseswekeep.substack.com/

Upcoming events: Join us for readings, signings, and meaningful conversations. Hear from contributing authors Sarah Goldsborough, Kate Rowe, Kyle Kassa, and Amanda Dolan Phoebus.

• Thursday, Oct 24, 6:30-9pm: Kneads Bakeshop (Open to public, tickets required)
• Saturday, Oct 26, 6-8pm: Hidden Water Farm with Thine (Intimate conversation and dinner)

For tickets and more info:

• Kneads Event: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../book-launch-gathering-for...
• Hidden Water Farm event: https://substack.com/home/post/p-149771659?source=queue

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I welcome my therapist, Mary Ann, onto the show because she is so wise and incredible in what she does. She works with many high-functioning women, high performers, and moms who are cut from the same cloth as we are as Radical Females. I call it her "collective". Mary Ann saved me about five years ago when we lost our first baby at 17 weeks. I thought I was going to talk to her about my pregnancy loss, but she unpacked so much more than that for me. She's helped me heal from a journey of a hard childhood with my mother, not feeling worthy, and so much more. 

I am excited to share her knowledge and healing ways with you all. In this episode, Mary Ann talks about her journey as a Radical Female and what led her approach to being a therapist for women. She also discusses some techniques she supports her clients with, what tools she recommends for women to tap into and a lesson on intuition. 

A little more about Mary Ann:
Mary Ann has been practicing psychotherapy for 30 years. She's a professor at Towson University and has taught for 30 years. Her therapeutic approach is different. She really relies on her intuition. Utilizes breathwork, Jungian analysis, and energy work to help her clients find their unconscious blocks that may hinder self-realization. Her office called the Zen Den, is where she helps her clients find peace in their darkest moments and helps them in their healing journey. She's been married for 35 years, has two grown children, John and Casey, and loves her dog Maizie. 

She's not big on social media, but you can meet her on her Instagram page: @jungsvisionary

 
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Hello Radical Female Listeners, I am back, and it feels really good. Life happened significantly for me, so I needed to focus on my health and family. I am excited to be back to start the second season of Radical Female. I wanted to talk about what's been happening personally and what's to come for the season ahead.

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In this episode, I sit down with a dear friend and a much-respected professional in the women’s health industry, Dr. Sam DuFlo, PT, DPT, PRPC, founder, owner, and Chief Medical Officer of Indigo Physiotherapy. Dr. Same is NOW an author with her new book, Pelvic Prep School—link below to purchase. Dr. Sam talks about her journey, which hasn’t always been the most linear path, but it led her to her business, indigo Physiotherapy, and her purpose. Another thing we discussed is how she has stood in her values and during the heavy and challenging moments of life. 

Key Takeaway / Points: 

• Your journey allows you to take parts of it and bring it to life - Dr. Sam shares her radical journey and how it’s helped her to cultivate the business she has today.
• A quote from a kids show Bluey and how the mantra has helped her along the way. 
• Her mentality as a mother and being an example to her daughter 
• The Why behind her book, Pelvic Prep School 

Follow Dr. Sam and Indingo  Physiotherapy 

Instagram: @IndigoPhysio

Instagram: @drsamduflo 

Website: https://indigophysio.com/clinical-services/

Pelvic Prep School Book, pre-sale 

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/pelvic-prep-school-dr-sam-duflo/1143643857 

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I am excited to share our second guest in partnership with The Scout Guide of Baltimore and the Radical Female; please meet Nelly Steele. She’s an assistant Professor at a local university in Baltimore, a Certified Lagree Instructor, and a Ph.D. candidate, and she is developing a coaching program as a Stress and Wellness Coach. I met Nelly through the Baltimore Fitness Community, and we worked together when I was Under Armour; she was a fitness model for a women’s campaign we did in the Fall of 2020. We stayed in touch, and I am so inspired by this woman’s energy that she shares with the world; also, how she is getting her doctorate, being a mom, and having a whole side hustle on the side and the impact she wants to make. 

We talked about what radical acts she’s taken in life to show up better for herself, the lessons she’s learned after 2020, and the changes she needed to make. We both realized an important lesson about healing before having our daughters. 

Connect with Nelly on her Instagram, instagram.com/nellynelle19/

Check out her secret blog (not so secret anymore): Resultswithnelly.com

Connect with me on Instagram, instagram.com/jamicrist/ and instagram.com/theradicalfemale/

Check out our partner with The Scout Guide: Baltimore 

Sponsors:
Vita Coco | Vita Coco offers 30% off your first purchase for all your coconut water needs. Go to https://vitacoco.com/JAMICRIST to receive your discount.

For the upcoming holiday of Giving Tuesday, please consider donating to &Mother. 

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We are kicking off our first interview in partnership with The Scout Guide of Baltimore’s Radical Female features, Kalma Touch owner Shelly Cheyne. I dive in with her about her radical journey in leaving her corporate job and taking the leap during the hard years of 2020-2022, creating her own business and building her community space in the heart of Baltimore. In this episode, she shares her experience in finding her true calling, how she pushed through the doubts, leaned into the support of her community and mentors, and why she pursued building her own business. 

Connect with Shelly on Instagram at instagram.com/kalma_touch_/ or instagram.com/babenwellness__/

For everything on Shelly’s new studio space called the Collective and book an appointment with her, https://www.kalmamtbodywork.com/ andinstagram.com/collectivestudiowellness/ 

Connect with me on Instagram, instagram.com/jamicrist/ and instagram.com/theradicalfemale/

Check out our partner with The Scout Guide: Baltimore 

Sponsors:
Vita Coco | Vita Coco offers 30% off your first purchase for all your coconut water needs. Go to https://vitacoco.com/JAMICRIST to receive your discount.

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