a podcast for getting self-blame, messy family stuff, and internalized oppression out of the way so you can make the impact you’re here for
I’m back with an update on where I’ve been and what I’ve been learning on the campaign trail. Since December, I’ve been part of my friend Shannon Hoffman’s grassroots City Council campaign that’s now in a tough runoff race — and the outcome will have major consequences for working families, renters, and unhoused neighbors in Denver.
Read MoreIf you listen in on one of my calls with two of my dearest friends, Tristan Katz (they/he) and Brooke Monaghan (she/her), you’ll hear pretty much what’s in today’s episode: Amy-Sherman-Palladino-level fast-talking, lamenting the ups and downs of running a business on the internet while managing brain chemistry, and a looooot of back and forth about wtf we are each doing about Instagram.
Read MoreToday, I’m chatting with my friend and client Laneen Wells (she/they)! You might know Laneen on the internet as the Creative Strategist, Brand Designer, and Lover of Snacks behind Sublation ("SBLTN”) Studio, a design and discussion studio offering creative services focused on intersectionality, accessibility, and diversity through inclusive practices, education, and advocacy.
Read MoreIt’s our first guest episode! I’m so glad to have my friend, colleague, and fellow Democratic Socialist Hayley Banyai-Becker here to share her experience of unionizing her former workplace — one that professed “progressive” values but ultimately wasn’t down to practice them when it came to their workers.* Plus, you’ll hear why building people power is where it’s at if we want real change, as well as get some tips for organizing in your own workplace and community.
Read MoreIf we want different — for ourselves and the collective — we have to *be* different. Tune in to hear how I’m integrating this lesson for 2023, even as I dive back into the wild world of electoral politics for the first time in 8 years.
Read MoreI’m answering two common questions about leaving Instagram (or doing anything else counter to capitalism): What if I change my mind? How will I market my work? My answers might surprise you.
Read MoreWe’re getting into my (likely) plan to ghost Instagram in 2023 and alllll the reasons why. Plus, you’ll hear me in real time trying to talk myself into why I should stay. Ugh.
Read MoreToday I’m sharing a Tarot spread that reminds us to compost what we’re ready to let go of, plant seeds for what we’re creating, and trust divine timing as we prepare for harvest:
Read MoreI’m sharing 3 strategies for protecting your time and energy as the “holiday” season gets going. And no, I’m not just talking about skipping the party…but that’s probably a GREAT idea.
Read MoreTurns out that I wasn’t the problem in my relationship… my ex was a narcissist. Today I’m telling this story to remind you that just because you *can* deal with a tough situation doesn’t mean you *should*.
Read MoreSometimes, we have draw a hard line to take care of ourselves when a relationship becomes difficult — or just plain shitty. Today I’m sharing the story of a friendship that I recently ended and the boundaries script I used to stay level-headed and communicate clearly, even when I was upset.
Read MoreIf you’re like me and tend to feel drained by the work deadlines, family-related expectations and/or grief, and darker, shorter days as the end of the year approaches, I want to encourage you to think about your boundaries.
Read MoreWelcome to the very first episode of It's Not You, It's the System! This is a podcast from Lauren Kay Roberts, an anticapitalist, trauma-certified coach and recovering political staffer (that's me!).
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