Woman Being

Special guest Ashlie Lancaster joins the Woman Beings to talk about her career as a woman in government, and over 20 years of working across partisan lines. Once a bra-burning, hippie-skirt-wearing political activist, Ashlie shares her story of how she ended up working for the South Carolina state government and how she found ways to enact change from the inside. She talks about serving as a woman in government, the importance of creating space for more female and minority leaders, and how to stay true to yourself in the pursuit of a career. Also, spoilers, Ashlie is Emma's MOM.

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Bible teacher and women's advocate Bernie Ooley joins the Woman Beings to talk about the theological backing for women in leadership and her own experiences as one of the few women in leadership in her church ministry. She breaks down several key scriptures that have long been misinterpreted to oppress women, and provides resources on how to read the bible within the cultural context it was written. She shares personal stories of growing the female presence in her church and championing other women, and talks about the importance of self care in the midst of fighting the good fight.

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Every person is creative in their own way, and many have big dreams about someday actualizing their creativity in some way. While big dreams are beautiful, they unfortunately have a downside... pretty much just a lot of work. The Woman Beings discuss the creative "grind," what it took to make the podcast a reality, and how they carve out space for their own creative pursuits.  

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Hannah Kelch joins the Woman Beings this episode to share her story of going through a miscarriage, her grieving process, and why it's important to talk about it. Miscarriage is a topic not often discussed or acknowledged for many women, which can result in women feeling even more alone and isolated in their grief. Hannah talks about the pain of losing a child, the dangers and misconceptions about miscarriage, and how she navigated her grief while also being a mother to her oldest child. She shares about her faith journey throughout the process, how to comfort someone who is grieving, and why it can be so powerful for women to have a space to share their story with others.  

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The Woman Beings review and discuss "The Way Down," an HBO Max docuseries focused on cult leader Gwen Shamblin and the Christian weight loss program that brought her to prominence. The three-part docuseries covers Shamblin's rise in career that led her to start Remnant Fellowship, a controversial church in Brentwood, Tennessee. The church and its tight-knit community are known for their weight-loss workshops, peppy attitudes, and elaborate events, but the series reveals a dark underbelly of abuse and exploitation.

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It's that time of the month when Aunt Flow drops by for a visit, it's shark week, it's the crimson tide, it's your period. The Woman Beings discuss the most famous phase of your beloved cycle (like the John Lennon of the Beatles): menstruation. Periods are undoubtedly America's least favorite topic, next to how bad bacon really is for you and California's homeless problem. Truth be told, there's no need to be afraid of periods, other than the fact that it involves copious amounts of blood, painful cramping, and monster-like tendencies. Periods affect almost all women, some men, and some people in between, a huge percentage of the population, yet society continues on from day to day as if it's a huge secret. Not today, Satan. This episode is here to talk about periods, loud and proud. So, get your period underwear on, grab a heating pad, and snuggle up for a real kick in the uterus.

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Don't you think that red lipstick is a bit too... adult? That eyeliner gives you raccoon eyes. Aren't you a little young to be wearing makeup? I think girls are pretty without it.  You should wear it more often! Everyone has different views of makeup, what it represents, who ought to wear it, and where it belongs. The Woman Beings sit down to discuss experiences with makeup growing up, and how it shows up differently in adulthood.

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The Woman Beings tackle another listener-recommended subject: seeking purpose outside of a romantic relationship. Whether married, in a relationship, single, or 'it's complicated,' few escape the tension in finding oneself while also finding 'the one.'  The Woman Beings talk about how to prioritize their careers, families, and personal dreams, and what it really means to have it all. 

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As if dating in general wasn't hard enough, online dating comes with its own set of pre-conceptions and stigmas, and for many, it can be daunting. In this week's episode, Emma spills all the tea about navigating the dating world using Hinge, and what it's like to 'put yourself out there' in today's society. She talks about her insecurities, failures and triumphs, and what it's like for a woman to self-advocate in 2021. This episode is for all the single ladies (and the men too), and anyone who is thinking about getting back into the game. 

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It's Not Your Mom's Book Club, whiskey edition. The Woman Beings discuss and review Pure by Linda Kay Klein. The book is a collection of interviews that will take you inside the evangelical movement known as "purity culture," which is characterized by a strict set of rules about dating, sex, and modesty. The Woman Beings review the book and discuss their own experiences growing up in purity culture and the ways in which it has affected their lives, faith, marriages, dating experiences, and views of self. In other words, this is a whiskey-worthy type of book, so get out your bourbon and join the club!  

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