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Messy Liberation: Feminist Conversations about Politics and Pop Culture
Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown
Join feminist coaches Taina Brown and Becky Mollenkamp for casual (and often deep) conversations about business, current events, politics, pop culture, and more. We’re not perfect activists or allies! These are our real-time, messy feminist perspectives on the world around us. This podcast is for you if you find yourself asking questions like: • Why is feminism important today? • What is intersectional feminism? • Can capitalism be ethical? • What does liberation mean? • Equity vs. equality ...
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Beyond Charity: Wealth Redistribution and Social Justice
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In this episode of Messy Liberation, Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dig deep into the complicated and often problematic world of philanthropy and charitable giving. From the systemic failures that make nonprofits necessary to the capitalist underpinnings of modern-day charity, this conversation unpacks why "giving back" often does more to maintai…
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Rethinking Social Media: Balancing the Attention Economy with Entrepreneurial Success
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In this episode of Messy Liberation, Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown discuss the complexities of balancing business growth and personal well-being in the digital age. They dive into strategies for embracing digital minimalism, reflecting on how social media impacts mental health, energy, and productivity. Becky shares her journey toward reducing h…
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Decolonizing Thanksgiving: Ethical Celebrations and Indigenous Rights
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In this candid and thought-provoking episode, Becky and Taina tackle the complexities of Thanksgiving—a holiday deeply rooted in colonialism and one that many now see as a day of mourning for Indigenous peoples. From exploring the history of the Land Back movement to dissecting the capitalist takeover of the holiday season, this episode is full of …
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Collective Resistance and Community Building in Times of Crisis
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In this episode, Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive into strategies for building resilience, creating community, and thriving amidst social and political upheaval. They discuss creative resistance tactics, managing privilege in allyship, and ways to support mutual aid efforts at local and national levels. From anti-capitalist holiday shopping to…
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A Feminist Lens on AI: Navigating the Complex Landscape of AI Tools in Business
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In this episode, Becky and Taina discuss the ethical and environmental concerns surrounding artificial intelligence. Reflecting on the impact of AI on content creation and business, they dig into the unsettling future AI could bring if unchecked. From Google's Notebook LM to ChatGPT, they explore the role of ethics, climate change, and mindful usag…
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Post-Election Healing: Grounding Meditation and Social Justice Reflections
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In this special post-election episode, Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive into the emotional impact of the recent election, exploring how communities can heal and find resilience amidst political trauma. Joined by pleasure activist Goddess Erica, the episode includes a powerful grounding meditation for self-care and stress relief. This practice …
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Sex Work and Capitalism: Ethical Porn and Empowerment
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In this thought-provoking episode, Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive deep into the nuances of ethical porn and sex work, exploring how intersecting issues of capitalism, shame, and the male gaze impact these industries. With a feminist perspective, they question whether ethical consumption of porn is possible within our current capitalist syste…
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Finding Liberation in Business: How Core Values Guide Ethical Choices
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In this episode of Messy Liberation, Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive deep into the complexities of values alignment in business. They discuss how to navigate ethical decision-making when faced with murky opportunities, using the Chief networking group as a focal point. Becky and Taina explore the nuances of white feminism, power dynamics, and…
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Aging and Self-Worth: Tyra Banks, Body Image, and Redefining Beauty
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In this episode, Becky and Taina dive into a thought-provoking conversation about aging, beauty standards, and the lasting impacts of media on body image. They reflect on the recent Victoria's Secret fashion show featuring Tyra Banks and unpack the mixed messages around body positivity, age inclusivity, and harmful beauty stereotypes. The discussio…
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Breaking Relationship Myths: Queer Dynamics, Separate Bedrooms, and Parenting Conflicts
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In this episode, Becky Mollenkamp and guest Taina Brown dive into the complexities of relationships, discussing everything from managing conflict to the dynamics between queer and heteronormative couples. Becky opens up about the ongoing, light-hearted "conflict" she has with her husband about sleeping in separate bedrooms, especially now that peri…
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White Women, Feminism, and Voting: Breaking Down Political Misogyny
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In this episode of Messy Liberation, Becky, Taina, and guest Dee Frayne dive deep into the complexities behind white women's voting patterns, particularly the significant number who have supported Donald Trump. The conversation explores the role of patriarchy, internalized misogyny, and white supremacy in shaping these decisions, while also examini…
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Take a moment to learn about Empowered & Embodied, another show in the Feminist Podcasters Collective. If you love Messy Liberation, you'll probably love this awesome show, too. (And, Becky Mollenkamp will be a guest on Empowered & Embodied soon.) Listen on this pod app or on YouTube.Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown による
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VP Debate Breakdown: Racism, Abortion Lies, and Gun Control Hypocrisy
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In this episode of Messy Liberation, Becky and Taina dive into the VP debate aftermath, tackling the key moments that had them cheering, cringing, and downright furious. They break down JD Vance’s slippery rhetoric on abortion, illegal immigration, and school shootings, while giving a shoutout to Tim Walz’s quieter, but solid points on gun control …
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State-Sanctioned Violence: Marcellus Williams and the Death Penalty in America
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In this important episode of Messy Liberation, Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown discuss the devastating case of Marcellus Williams, a Black man executed in Missouri despite strong evidence of his innocence. They explore the racial inequities embedded in the U.S. legal system, focusing on the death penalty, the prison industrial complex, and the con…
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Intersectional Feminism and Liberation for Beginners: It’s Time to Move Beyond White Feminism
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In this episode, Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive deep into what it means to begin and sustain the journey of liberation. This rich conversation covers topics such as intersectional feminism, transformative justice, Afrofuturism, and fat liberation. Becky and Taina discuss the complexities of dismantling harmful systems like capitalism and pat…
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Messy Conversations on Parenting and Social Justice (plus, an 8-Year-Old’s Take)
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In this special episode of Messy Liberation, Becky Mollenkamp’s eight-year-old son, Gus, makes his podcast debut! Gus joins Becky and co-host Taina Brown to discuss what it’s like being a young person in today’s world. Gus shares his thoughts on racism, LGBTQ+ rights, guns, and even a few of his business ideas. Later, Becky and Taina debrief on the…
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Abortion, Immigration, and Dog Whistles: Dissecting the Harris-Trump Debate
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In this special bonus episode, Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown get messy while unpacking last night’s presidential debate. With raw honesty, humor, and some well-placed zingers, they break down Kamala Harris’ debate performance, Donald Trump’s unraveling, and what it all means for the upcoming election. While Kamala wiped the floor with her oppone…
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Problematic Faves (art vs. artist), Billionaire Ethics, and Navigating White Feminism
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In this episode of Messy Liberation, hosts Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive headfirst into the murky waters of problematic favorites. From Kamala Harris' centrist policies to Taylor Swift's status as a billionaire, they explore how these public figures—who were once celebrated—raise ethical questions. Key Discussion Points: Problematic Faves: …
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Chappell Roan, Body Empowerment, and the Fight Against Diet Culture
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Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive deep into the complex and often challenging journey of body liberation, body neutrality, and body positivity. They discuss their personal experiences with body image, health struggles, and how society's ever-changing beauty standards impact our relationships with our bodies. From the challenges of dealing with …
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From Ghosting to Growing: The Messy Side of Adult Friendships
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In this episode of Messy Liberation, Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive into the complex world of adult friendships. From navigating the awkwardness of making new friends to understanding the dynamics of friendship breakups, they explore the challenges that come with forming and maintaining relationships as adults. Drawing on personal experience…
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Community, Catastrophe, and Coping: An Unfiltered Talk/Therapy Session 🤣
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In this raw and honest episode of Messy Liberation, Becky and Taina dive deep into the emotional rollercoaster that can be triggered by a simple email. Becky opens up about how one small rejection can lead to a spiral of catastrophic thinking, touching on themes of abandonment, core wounds, and the difficulty of separating personal feelings from bu…
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From Olympics to Elections: How Power and Racism Shape Our World
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From Olympics to Elections: How Power and Racism Shape Our World In this episode of Messy Liberation, co-hosts Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive into the controversies surrounding the 2024 Olympics, including the Imane Khelif controversy and the drama between Mykayla Skinner and Simone Biles. The discussion explores the intersections of race, g…
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Guilty Pleasures and Gender Roles: The Hidden Depths of Trash TV
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Summary: In this episode of Messy Liberation, co-hosts Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive deep into the world of reality TV and its societal implications. From the allure of guilty pleasures to the entrenched gender roles and societal expectations, Becky and Taina unpack the complexities behind what many dismiss as "trash TV." They discuss how t…
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In this episode of Messy Liberation, co-hosts Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive into the complexities and frustrations of tipping culture in America. Becky shares a recent spa experience that highlights the manipulative practices tied to tipping and product sales. The conversation evolves into a broader critique of the capitalist structures tha…
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Politics & Values: Tenacious D, Usha Vance, and Sticker Mule
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Summary: Feminist coaches Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive into the political and cultural turbulence of the past week. The discussion touches on the backlash against Tenacious D, Usha Vance's complex positioning, and the controversial Sticker Mule email supporting Trump. With their signature no-nonsense approach, Becky and Taina explore the i…
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Sick Days and Self-Care: Navigating Forced Rest as a Business Owner
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In this episode of Messy Liberation, co-hosts Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive deep into the complex emotions and societal pressures that come with forced rest. Becky shares her recent experience with a debilitating illness that left her bedridden and riddled with guilt, despite being an advocate for rest and self-care. Taina reflects on her e…
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Summary: In this episode of Messy Liberation, feminist coaches Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive into the recent Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity and its profound implications for democracy. They share their raw emotions and discuss how this decision feels like a monumental shift in the nation's trajectory. From the disassociation …
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Divestment, Intersectional Feminism, and Imperfect Activism
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In this premiere episode of "Messy Liberation," feminist coaches Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown introduce their new podcast, aiming to tackle the complexities of living as intersectional feminists. They discuss the messy realities of divestment from capitalism while still operating within it, the balance between individual and collective responsi…
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Introducing Messy Liberation with Taina and Becky
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The journey toward liberation is messy AF, and Taina Brown and Becky Mollenkamp are here for it! 💥 Join them for the Messy Liberation, a podcast about current events, politics, pop culture, and business through an intersectional feminist lens. Taina and Becky aren’t perfect activists or allies, so don’t expect polished and perfectly formulated conv…
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When I was in the California State Assembly, I was Vice Chair of the Education Committee and the book Free to Learn by Peter Gray had a profound influence on how I view teaching and education policy today. In this podcast I introduce you to this book and it's concepts.Brian Nestande による
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Guests: Marc Troast and Paulette Brown Hinds | Introducing politicalmatchup.com
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Marc Troast and I talk national politics and breakdown US Senate races as well some local news and then introduce a new website, politicalmatchup.comMarc, Paulette Brown Hinds and I create odds for the local elections.We hope you enjoy.Brian Nestande による
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In this episode, I give my impeachment predictions and talk about how personality traits determine our politics. What happens when both sides declare the presidential election invalid?Brian Nestande による
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