A feminist current events/social commentary podcast where we discuss politics, health and wellness and women's rights issues.
Nov 21, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Magic mushrooms, plant medicine, psilocybin - what came to mind when you read those words? If you grew up in the 80s, "just say no" probably popped up. But are all drugs bad? Can their powers be used for good? Sometimes, yes. Specifically, psilocybin. We talk about this (and so much more!) with guest Leslie Draffin, a trauma-trained somatic coach, psychedelic microdosing guide & breath and meditation teacher with a special focus on helping women learn the language of their body. She helps midlife women & millennials get unstuck by showing them ways to build their mind-body connection, heal the wounds of unworthiness, get free from mental health challenges and build a life they love - using psilocybin microdosing protocols and various healing modalities.Curious? Listen to the episode, connect with Leslie, and let us know your thoughts.Where to connect with Leslie Draffin:IG: @LeslieDraffinWebsite: www.lesliedraffin.comCall: Book a free 1:1 Discovery CallMicrodosing Guide: Free Microdosing 101 GuideSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
01:04:18
Nov 14, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!After a few days of processing the results of the election, we talk through our feelings about what happened, what's to come, our fears and hopes, and our plans going forward. The conversation doesn't stop here, and it doesn't stop with us; after you listen, please share your thoughts and feelings. Community is going to help us through this. You're a part of this community and we want to hear from you.We're in for a long ride and we need all of you on this journey. So, as always, please protect your peace.We're in this together.Support the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
01:00:00
Nov 07, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!We read and discussed Stacey Abrams' Our Time Is Now before the results of the 2024 election were announced. We were excited and hopeful and wanted to share Stacey's message, information and talented wordsmithing with everyone. We're in a very different emotional space right now, but we still want everyone to read Our Time Is Now. We stand by our view that Stacey Abrams' book is vital and important. And necessary. The truth remains that we aren't taught everything about our system of government and elections, how they came to be, how they are manipulated, and how they can be fixed. Stacey Abrams' Our Time Is Now pulls back the curtain so we can see what we're dealing with while also providing solutions to make it all work for the greater good. This may be the guide we all need right now.Where to find Stacey Abrams:Assembly Required with Stacey Abrams | Crooked MediaFair CountFair Fight: Fighting Voter Suppression & Protecting Voting RightsSome of the organizations mentioned in Our Time Is Now - maybe they'll be a source of inspiration right now.Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under LawNew Georgia ProjectBrennan Center for JusticeAsian American Legal Advocacy CenterLeague of Women VotersBlack Voter ProjectFair FightFair Fight ActionFair CountAmerican Civil Liberties UnionNAACPNAACP Legal Defense and Educational FundVoto LatinoAsian Americans Advancing JusticeNational Association of Latino Elected and Appointed OfficialsBolder AdvocacySwing LeftSister DistrictLet America VoteIndivisiblePlanned Parenthood Action FundNational Abortion Rights Action LeagueMoms Demand ActionCongressional Black CaucusCongressional Hispanic CaucusCongressional Asian Pacific American CaucusBlack Leadership RoundtableNew Florida MajorityWay to WinVote.orgBlack Lives MatterBlack Voters MatterLeadership Conference on Civil and Human RightsSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
01:02:13
Oct 31, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Return guest Christina Reynolds, Senior Vice President of Communications and Content at EMILYs List, is back to talk about the book that she co-wrote with the President of EMILYs List Stephanie Schriock - Run to Win: Lessons in Leadership for Women Changing the World. Timely topic, no? But trust that the lessons in the book are for all women looking to lead and make change whether that's as a business owner, head of household, or future president of the United States. Listen to the conversation and learn how you can change the part of the world that speaks to you!Christina Reynolds joined EMILYs List after nearly two decades of experience as a communications and research strategist. A lifelong fighter for progressive causes, she has managed large-scale press operations from the campaign trail to the White House.A proud Tar Heel and Marine brat, Christina studied journalism and political science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is also the co-author, with EMILYs List former President Stephanie Schriock, of Run to Win: Lessons in Leadership for Women Changing the World.Where to find Christina Reynolds:Website: emilyslist.orgIG: @creynoldsncTwitter/X: @creynoldsncThreads: @creynoldsncSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
00:56:22
Oct 24, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!So many people walk through life wearing a mask, disconnected from themselves. How can we drop the mask and reconnect? According to this week's guest, Gao Motsemme, we have to get to the core of the issue and connect to source. That's how we get to the sexual and creative energy that the patriarchy is so afraid of. That's how we connect to the queen within and let her thrive!Gao Motsemme is a mother of three who emerged from the ashes of betrayal and emotional turmoil. For years, she hid behind a mask of strength, until life’s greatest challenges—divorce, judicial injustice, and separation from her children, stripped her down to her core. Through these adversities, she discovered her true power and gifts as a Freedom Illuminator, Human MRI, and Psychic Surgeon. Now she helps high achievers break free from generational trauma, embody emotional independence, and reclaim their spiritual and sexual sovereignty. Her work empowers individuals to thrive in the boardroom and ignite passion in their relationships. Where to find and connect with Gao Motsemme:Website: https://www.gaomotsemme.com/Facebook: www.facebook/gmotsemmeInstagram: @gaomotsemme.magneticconfidenceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gaomotsemmeBook a Call: https://www.awakeningconfidence.com/gaomotsemme/claritysessionSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
00:59:57
Oct 17, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Words matter. Words have power. Art is powerful. We explore just how powerful words, art, and poetry can be with guests Tara Bracco and Karla Jackson-Brewer. Tune in to hear some of that power as Karla reads a portion of one of her poems included in the book, Poetic People Power.For 20 years, the New York City-based spoken word group Poetic People Power has creatively explored social and political topics, offering insights and solutions to issues that affect our everyday lives and the world around us. This debut anthology invites readers to explore three of their shows about environmental heroes, women’s voices, and human rights abuses. Tara Bracco is the founder and producing artistic director of Poetic People Power. She has created, produced, and performed in 20 spoken word shows about social and political issues. She is a recognized leader in the field of art and social change and has been featured in O, The Oprah Magazine, Time Out New York, Brooklyn Rail, and HuffPost. As a journalist, her work has appeared in Cosmopolitan, American Theatre, Condé Nast Traveler, BUST, and Clamor. Karla Jackson-Brewer is a longtime member of Poetic People Power, Professor at Rutgers University, Senior Vajrayana Buddhist Teacher, and priest in the West African tradition of Ifa.Where to find out more about Poetic People Power:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/poeticpeoplepower/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poeticpeoplepower/ Website: https://www.poeticpeoplepower.com/Where to find Karla Jackson-Brewer:Facebook: www.facebook.com/karla.jacksonbrewer Instagram: @oduneyeSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
00:58:39
Oct 10, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Sensitive, empathic, overwhelmed? Can you relate? Do you know someone who can? How can you protect yourself? How can you manage overwhelm in this time of chaos? This week's guest, Abby Humphrey, talks to Raquel and Jennifer about what can help.Abby Humphrey has been practicing acupuncture in Ann Arbor since 1999. In 2001, she co-founded the Center for Sacred Living. She has lectured on Chinese Medicine at the University of Michigan School of Public Health and in the intensive Interflex program at the Medical School. Abby has facilitated workshops on Five Element Theory for many years and she recently developed the online course The Five Element Journey of the Empath.Where to find Abby:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_harmony_withinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_harmony_within/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/5-Elements-of-Self-Care/61554947776185/Course: https://www.abbyhumphreyacupuncture.com/limited-time-offerSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
00:59:46
Oct 03, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!One common belief is that our colleges and universities are safe spaces and, if we are subjected to sexual violence, our schools will protect us. Unfortunately, that is not true for so many people. In fact, victims are often retraumatized by the very people in authority who are supposed to help them. Why? What is happening? What isn't happening? What can be done? We delve into that with guest Nicole Bedera, PhD as we discuss her new book On the Wrong Side: How Universities Protect Perpetrators and Betray Survivors of Sexual Violence.Nicole Bedera, Ph.D. is a sociologist and author of the book On the Wrong Side: How Universities Protect Perpetrators and Betray Survivors of Sexual Violence. Her research broadly focuses on how our social structures contribute to survivors’ trauma and make sexual violence more likely to occur in the future. Her scholarship has influenced sexual violence prevention programming across the country, including for Planned Parenthood, and her work has been featured in many popular outlets, including The New York Times, NPR, Time Magazine, and Teen Vogue. Nicole puts her work into practice as an affiliated educator at the Center for Institutional Courage and as a co-founder of Beyond Compliance Consulting.Where to find Nicole Bedera, Ph.D.:Twitter: @NBederaPersonal Website: nicolebedera.comBeyond Compliance Website: beyond-compliance-consulting.comBook Order Link: https://bookshop.org/p/books/on-the-wrong-side-how-universities-protect-perpetrators-and-betray-survivors-of-sexual-violence-nicole-bedera/21312168?ean=9780520395893Mentioned in this episode:https://slate.com/human-interest/2020/03/daughter-advice-sexual-assault-college.html#DARVO #punishmentversusconsequences #titleix #protectwomen #believewomen #listentowomen #sexualviolence #onthewrongside #supportsurvivorsSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
01:13:55
Sep 26, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Is motherhood the default? Are people without children monsters? Is it ok to be childfree and happy? Raquel and Jennifer talk about all of this and more with this week's guest Therese Schechter.Therese Shechter is an award-winning filmmaker and the founder of the production company Trixie Films. Over the past 20 years, she has created a body of work that fuses humor, activism, and personal storytelling to explore a host of thorny questions around women’s roles and identities.Therese’s most recent film My So-Called Selfish Life, is a revolutionary documentary about one of our greatest social taboos: choosing not to become a mother. Released in 2022 to critical acclaim, it has reached audiences in over 35 countries, and has become a powerful tool for fostering conversations about reproductive autonomy in this post-Roe v Wade era. Where to find Therese and her work:Websites: https://trixiefilms.com/, https://myselfishlife.com/IG: @trixiefilms, @mysocalledselfishlifeFB: https://www.facebook.com/mysocalledselfishlife/Twitter/X: @trixiefilmsSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
00:59:53
Sep 19, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Project 2025 - it's all over the news and everyone's talking about it. Or they should be. What is it? Why should we care? To be fair, it's to be expected that a candidate for president will have a plan (not just a concept of a plan...) for how they will govern. But Project 2025 is more than that, it is The Heritage Foundation's plan which would have lasting negative, earthshattering consequences. In short, it's a plan to dismantle democracy. In this episode, Raquel and Jennifer discuss Project 2025 and their feelings about it. This is just the tip of the Project 2025 iceberg so don't stop here, do your research.Links to Project 2025 and a few resources to help you make sense of what it's effects would be:Project 2025 | Presidential Transition ProjectWhat is Project 2025? See full PDF summary document (19thnews.org)A Guide to Project 2025 - FactCheck.orgProject 2025 summary: What's in the blueprint for a second Trump term? (slate.com)Project 2025, Explained | American Civil Liberties Union (aclu.org)Support the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
01:02:42
Sep 12, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Are boys destined to become incels, misogynists, and emotionally stunted? When it does happen is patriarchy to blame? Can parents do something to prevent toxic masculinity from ruining their sweet little angels? Can grown men reparent themselves to get back to who they were before society took control? In the wake of #MeToo, pregnant with her third son, this week's guest, Ruth Whippman, was thinking about all of this and much more. Have a seat and listen in to our conversation with Ruth about her new book, Boymom: Reimagining Boyhood in the Age of Impossible Masculinity, which explores the role (and toll) of toxic masculinity as little boys become men. Ruth Whippman is a British journalist and cultural critic. A former BBC documentary director, she has written for The New York Times, Time magazine, New York magazine, The Guardian, HuffPost, and other publications. Fortune described her as one of the “25 sharpest minds” of the decade. She is also the author of BoyMom: Reimagining Boyhood In the Age Of Impossible Masculinity. Where to find Ruth Whippnan:IG: @ruthwhippmanSubstack: I Blame SocietyWebsite: www.ruthwhippman.comSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
00:58:54
Sep 05, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!What do most of us really know about car insurance? Why is it necessary, besides that it might be legally required? What choices are best for me, for my family, for my new driver? We get into all of this (and more) with guest Caroline Monsewicz. If you have a question for Caroline, scroll down for her contact information. (Don't forget to ask her about add-on uninsured/underinsured motorist and bodily injury insurance!)Caroline Monsewicz is a trial attorney with Tobin Injury Law in Atlanta, GA where she focuses on helping injured people seek justice through some of the most difficult times in their lives. With over a decade of experience in law, her areas of practice include personal injury, wrongful death, catastrophic injuries, trucking collisions, motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, and legal malpractice. Caroline is a graduate of Marshall University in Huntington, WV, where she was a NCAA Division I goalkeeper for the Thundering Herd women's soccer team for four years. Determined to use her passion and commitment, Caroline attended and graduated from Emory University School of Law in Atlanta, GA, where she was recognized as a Graduating Woman of Excellence and Dean's Award recipient for her service and leadership. When Caroline is not advising clients of their rights and how best to navigate complex legal issues, she can be found watching professional wrestling with her husband, Justin and her two cats, cooking, or playing Dungeons & Dragons with her friends. Where to find Caroline Monsewicz:Tobin Injury Law: https://www.tobininjurylaw.com/caroline-h-monsewicz/, 404-JUSTICE (404-587-8423)Email: caroline@tobininjurylaw.comDirect Dial: (678) 941-0109Support the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
01:13:16
Aug 29, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!We are beyond excited about Vice President Kamala Harris as the 2024 Democratic presidential nominee! We share all of our feelings, hopes and dreams about the future of our country with Kamala Harris as our next president. Join the discussion and share your thoughts with us.Mentioned in this episode:YouTube: (1) Kamala Harris - YouTubeSupport the Show.Be part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
00:59:35
Aug 22, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!We are all in relationship - with ourselves, family, friends, society. With that comes great joy and, sometimes, pain. How can we handle that pain in a way that doesn't add to the pain? How can we handle that pain so that we can show up for our loved ones in a way that is helpful rather than harmful? We delve into all of this and more with guest Celia Landman as we discuss her book When the Whole World Tips: Parenting Through Crisis with Mindfulness and Balance. Celia Landman is a mindfulness educator offering support to teens and adults. She draws from her range of experience working with folks impacted by trauma, addiction, and anxiety to create customized meditations, visualizations, and trainings that reconnect us to our wholeness.Where to find Celia Landman: Website: https://celialandman.comInstagram: @celiasacctSupport the Show.Be part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
01:04:59
Aug 15, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!What happens when a racist goes to jail? In George Sedberry, Jr.'s case, he becomes vulnerable enough to listen and learn, and his life opens up. Then his mission to visit all 100+ HBCUs and tell the little-known history of Black Americans begins. After all, Black history is American history.Where to find The White George:TikTok: @whitegeorgeIG: @thewhitgeorge (no “e” on the whit)Apply to several HBCUs with only one application: https://commonblackcollegeapp.com/Support the Show.Be part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
01:12:05
Aug 08, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!The conversation around Christian patriarchy continues in this week's episode as Raquel and Jennifer discuss Tia Levings memoir A Well-Trained Wife: My Escape from Christian Patriarchy. Learn more about the movement that threatens to destroy our democracy and how Tia Levings escaped it and is now a shining example of how others can escape it as well.Where to find Tia Levings' work:Website: https://tialevings.comSubstack: @tialevings - The Anti-FundamentalistInstagram: @tialevingswriterSupport the Show.Be part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
00:51:48
Aug 01, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!In this week's episode, Raquel and Jennifer talk to guest A'magine Goddard about the intersection of medical training and consent. A’magine Goddard has been teaching and speaking about feminism and sexuality for over two decades. As a queer sexuality educator, she wanted to impact people who were entering the field of medicine about sexuality and gender. She earned her master’s in Human Sexuality Education at New York University and studied film at New School University. She worked as a Gynecological Teaching Associate for 10 years in New York City and At Your Cervix is her first feature film.Where to find A'magine Goddard:Instagram: @atyourcervixmovie, @sexualempowermentWebsite: www.atyourcervixmovie.comSupport the Show.Be part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
01:01:37
Jul 25, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Being a surrogate is a selfless and noble act but it's also complicated and emotional. Add in religious considerations pregnancy loss and everything is heightened almost beyond measure. In this week's episode, Raquel and Jennifer speak with guest Kelila Green Siciliano about her decision to become a surrogate and the journey that has grown from that decision. Kelila Green Siciliano is a mom, a surrogate, a pregnancy loss survivor, the founder of OursAndYRS: A Pregnancy Loss Survival Toolkit, a speaker, the host of the podcast, “Pushing Through Loss”, and a coach. Kelila speaks about her experience with surrogacy and pregnancy loss, creating her loss survival toolkit, and how she learned to use personal challenges to work with and not against her in order to help others feel empowered to activate their own inner strength warrior. Where to find Kelila:Website: https://www.kelilagreenspeaker.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oursandyrs/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelila.greenPodcast: Pushing Through LossSupport the Show.Be part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
00:57:35
Jul 18, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!We're talking about anger in this week's episode. Given the state of the world it's no wonder that anger is a repeat topic of conversation. Listen in as we speak with guest Bronwyn Schweigerdt about anger and what it might be trying to tell us. Browyn Schweigerdt may be the most evocative psychotherapist you’ve ever heard. Instead of fixing peoples’ messes, her goal is to elicit feelings you’re most ashamed to have, such as hatred and betrayal. She knows that even though feelings are invisible, they don’t evaporate, but store away in our bodies when they’re disowned.Where to find Bronwyn:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bronwyn-schweigerdt-3124857/Podcast: https://angryattherightthings.podbean.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555715646671, https://www.facebook.com/bronwyn.schweigerdtSupport the Show.Be part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
00:55:03
Jul 11, 2024
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!In this week's episode, Raquel and Jennifer speak with guest Cait West about her new book, Rift: A Memoir of Breaking Away from Christian Patriarchy, which chronicles her upbringing in the world of ultra-conservative, high control, patriarchal religion. The discussion touches on how things started to shift for Cait, how she left, what her life is like now, and how she's helping others looking to break away.Cait West is a writer and editor based in Grand Rapids, MI. Her work has been published in The Revealer, Religion Dispatches, Fourth Genre, and Hawai’i Pacific Review, among others. As a survivor of Christian patriarchy movement, she serves on the editorial board for Tears of Eden, a nonprofit providing resources for survivors of spiritual abuse. Cait also cohosts the podcast Survivors Discuss. Where to find Cait West:Website: https://www.caitwest.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caitwestwrites/Substack: https://caitwest.substack.com/X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/caitwestwritesSupport the Show.Be part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
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