We Should Talk About That

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This minisode is full of fun and surprises as The Two Jess(es) go through the long box of WeSTAT topic cards that you, the listeners, have provided. What do women REALLY want to talk about? Turns out their list is a mile long and they will never run out of topics! Menopause, the death of friendships, low points of motherhood...TTJ(es) can't wait to start the conversation!

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In episode 12 of WeSTAT, JessK shares a deeply uncomfortable moment from the archives: grappling with her daughter's Asperger’s Syndrome diagnosis and whether to share it, with whom to share it, and when. Throughout the 40 minutes of this recording, JessK starts at the very beginning of their journey and takes us down the emotional road she and her husband had to travel as they worked to get their daughter support, the angels they encountered along the way, and what it still means for her, for them.
Packed with statistics, useful information, and resources, above all, this episode is a love letter to her little girl. JessK shares her story as a tribute to those who hold the hands of children with special needs, and allows us to be a part of the emotional process of the retelling. She will leave you with a “moment of joy” as she highlights the work of the Eliza Hope Foundation (https://elizahope.org) and updates us on her daughter's amazing accomplishments thus far.

Show Notes:

Center for Disease Control: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/data.html

Reference for girls being mislabeled:

https://childmind.org/article/autistic-girls-overlooked-undiagnosed-autism/

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/autism-it-s-different-in-girls/

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In this week's WeSTAT mini, The Two Jess(es), inspired by a run in with a friend, ponder the things that they used to love doing, or rather, things they have completely forgotten they know how to do! This conversation will definitely get you thinking, and maybe lead you to explore the hobbies that life has forced you to forget! 

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Death. It's pretty much the only thing we can count on. Whether you want to think about it or not, it happens to us all. But why are we so scared of actually TALKING about it? In this episode, TTJ(es) invite two friends into the room, one who is having to face the reality of her own mortality much sooner than any of us would expect. Together, they tackle end of life planning, the logistics around how they would like their body handled after they die, and all the different options they didn't know existed.
If you are curious about the death positivity movement, need to pull the trigger (pun intended!) and write that will, or the idea of either being buried in a mushroom suit or having your ashes scattered at Disney World intrigues you, this episode will leave you with the resolve to go out and talk to your loved ones about what you want, as well as what THEY need.

Show Notes:

"Why Millennials are the Death Positive Generation."
https://www.vox.com/the-highlight/2020/1/15/21059189/death-millennials-funeral-planning-cremation-green-positive

Special Guests:

Elizabeth Bober (@bookbeealexandria)
Elizabeth Bober is the founder and Executive Director of Book Bee, a nonprofit dedicated to ensuring all children experience the joy of reading by collecting books from families who have outgrown them and delivering them to programs serving children in poverty. Elizabeth lives outside of Washington, DC, with her two children, husband, geriatric rabbit, and glow-in-the-dark-fish.

Diana Adkins
Diana Adkins is a daughter, sister, wife and momma of 3 crazy kids. She works full time as a marketer but more importantly loves spending time with family and friends, drinking tasty wine, dancing  and traveling the world. Conquering cancer since 2017; she’s still getting comfortable with being called a badass. 

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The Two Jess(es) get really honest about what they want for Valentine's Day, AND what they DON'T want!! A quick little laugh about their beliefs around the holiday as they describe their perfect evening with their respective partners. If you like bubbles, Thai food and stretchy pants, you will love this minisode!

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Have you ever suffered from imposter syndrome, felt like a fraud, convinced yourself that your story is not worth being told, because who cares what you have to say? If so, you are not alone! In this episdode, TTJ (The Two Jess(es) get really honest about their longstanding wrestling match with imposter syndrome as writers, podcasters and women. JessK introduces the concept of a 'Doubt Hole' and together, they outline a list of rungs that helps them build a ladder out of doubt, into the great wide openness of self- acceptance and pursuing one's dreams. 

Show Notes:
1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Impostor_syndrome
2. https://www.forbes.com/sites/taraswart/2019/08/08/why-you-need-to-understand-the-neuroscience-of-imposter-syndrome/#46eda13080e7

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***If the V word makes you uncomfortable, you're welcome! AND, you might want to listen to this one without your kids around!*** 

Everyone is talking about the 2020 Super Bowl Half Time show, and of course, The Two Jess(es) have something to say about it! In this minisode, JessK and JessB have a celebratory conversation about women over 40 rocking their bods on a pole, the over sexualization of women in America, and the importance of showing our daughters that we can still shake our money makers! This is definitely 13 minutes of fun!

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TTJ(es) (The Two Jess(es) share their personal experiences with grief. JessB lost her mother suddenly 10 years ago, and JessK lost her mother through illness four years ago. In this episode they tackle the process of grieving, anything, but especially grieving the one who brought them into the world. TTJ(es) take a look at the culture of grieving from a societal standpoint and how that differs from the experience of mourning, discuss the non-linear aspect of their sorrow and while there are a lot of tears in this one, there is a lot of laughter connecting them to the beauty of their memories, experiences, as well as reflections on the realization that grief is indeed, a gift.

Show Notes:

The Gift of Grief by Jessica Kidwell:
https://www.writebitchwrite.com/december/2020/1/3/personal-essay-jessica-kidwell

*Showcased at the end of this episode is an original song written by the following:

The song: The Wreckage Of Why, was written collaboratively by Lindsay Herring (vocal), Norman Salant (guitar), Tammy Shaw (vocal), and Andrea Tom, during a songwriting workshop in the fall of 2019.

The Wreckage of Why

The years stack up like old coffee cups
The kitchen’s so quiet
Should I just burn it down
I wish I could tell you once more how I love you
Oh I wish
But there’s no one around
 
I’m looking for answers in the wreckage of why
Wondering will I come back again
A sliver of honey in a fallen sky
Somehow a sweetness remains
 
I’m always half-right
I’m always half-blind
I’ve tilled all the memories at the end of the day
The pull of the past ain’t a reason for leaving
But a house ain’t a reason to stay
 
So I’m looking for answers in the wreckage of why
Wondering will I come back again
A sliver of honey in a fallen sky
Somehow a sweetness remains
 
I’m looking for answers in the wreckage of why
Wondering will I come back again
A sliver of honey in a fallen sky
Somehow the sweetness remains

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In this first WeSTAT Minisode, The Two Jess(es) outline their list of things they DON'T do. Inspired by the viral article written by Australian writer, Holly Wainwright. (https://www.mamamia.com.au/i-dont-list/). 

As is their style, they get a little deep and 'unpacky' with their "I DON'T List," but they also have a lot of fun, mostly at each other's expense! 

TTJ's invite you into their conversation, as they encourage every woman to write their own "I DON'T List." 

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Join JessK and JessB as they explore the definitions of authenticity and oversharing, and what it truly means to them. How does their pursuit for authenticity and true vulnerability affect others around them? And does it matter? Get ready for an honest and at times, uncomfortable, conversation centered around their own personal truths and the challenging of emotions that motivate us to share in the first place. How do we find safe people to share our vulnerable selves with? How do we decide if someone is worth our authentic time? The Two Jess(es) cover a lot of ground in this episode.

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