A Lil Something to Take The Edge Off

We talk about the pieces of art, words, and media we treat like modern scriptures—the things we return to for comfort, clarity, or direction. From poems to fashion shows, we unpack what grounds us.Leave us a voicemail and follow us on Instagram at @cryaboutit_pod.For general inquiries and advertising questions, email us at [email protected] cover art was designed by Jackie Rivera. Our music is Blem by Joey Hendrixx. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We chat about what community means in practice, what it takes to build strong community, and how to find yours.Relevant Links@bynthabiseng on Instagram“What Do We Owe Each Other?” Sylly Podcast Episode“Love on a Timeline with Esther Perel” What Now? with Trevor Noah Podcast EpisodeLeave us a voicemail and follow us on Instagram at @cryaboutit_pod.For general inquiries and advertising questions, email us at [email protected] cover art was designed by Jackie Rivera. Our music is Blem by Joey Hendrixx. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We talk about the pressure young women are facing to get (and stay) skinny, how thinness became politicized and how fascism preys on women's self-doubt to keep us in line.Further ReadingEliza McLamb, “It’s Never Over” Substack EssaySisipho Mbuli, “Fascism thrives on women's self-doubt” Substack Essay“Internet Thin Culture Is Back” by Michelle Santiago Cortés (The Cut)“How the far right is using thinness to radicalise women and teen girls” by Lois Shearling (openDemocracy)“We Still Suck at Talking About Celebrities’ Bodies” by Chantal Fernandez (The Cut)The paradox of online “body positivity” by Rebecca Jennings (Vox)“On keeping women skinny so they don’t get too powerful” Substack EssayLeave us a voicemail and follow us on Instagram at @cryaboutit_pod.For general inquiries and advertising questions, email us at [email protected] cover art was designed by Jackie Rivera. Our music is Blem by Joey Hendrixx. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re unpacking the experiences that shaped our inner child, how we’re healing her, and how we’re bringing our inner child joy as adults.Further ReadingTEDx Gloria Zhang | How Healing Your Inner Child Can Transform Your RelationshipsTime, Why Is Everyone Working on Their Inner Child? by Angela HauptSelf, How to Reparent Your Inner Child by Carol L. DoddLeave us a voicemail and follow us on Instagram at @cryaboutit_pod.For general inquiries and advertising questions, email us at [email protected] cover art was designed by Jackie Rivera. Our music is Blem by Joey Hendrixx. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We talk with creative entrepreneur and content creator Onose Ijewere (@highvibebyonose) about how to handle a career shift, trusting your intuition through big transitions, and get a sneak peak into the being a content creator. LinksOnose’s NewsletterFollow Onose on Instagram and TikTokOnose’s WebsiteThe Odyssey PlanWhat Now? with Trevor NoahWeight For ItLeave us a voicemail and follow us on Instagram at @cryaboutit_pod.For general inquiries and advertising questions, email us at [email protected] cover art was designed by Jackie Rivera. Our music is Blem by Joey Hendrixx. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We chat about navigating intense emotions, avoiding the "crash out" and the power of positive self-talk.Leave us a voicemail and follow us on Instagram at @cryaboutit_pod.For general inquiries and advertising questions, email us at [email protected] cover art was designed by Jackie Rivera. Our music is Blem by Joey Hendrixx. Outro music is Little Homies by Vince Staples. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We talk with Stephanie Yeboah about her solo-travel adventures, how exploring grew her self-confidence, and tricks to solo-travel safely. LinksFollow Stephanie on Instagram and TikTok Stephanie’s Website Pre-order Stephanie’s Book, “Chaotic Energy” ****Leave us a voicemail and follow us on Instagram at @cryaboutit_pod.For general inquiries and advertising questions, email us at [email protected] cover art was designed by Jackie Rivera. Our music is Blem by Joey Hendrixx. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're answering spicy questions from our Crybabies on all things dating, situationships, and sex.Dating Coach Anwar on InstagramDating Intentionally Podcast, "Ask A Sex Educator"Books MentionedBe Not Afraid of Love, Mimi ZhuEverything I Know About Love, Dolly AldertonAll About Love, bells hooksLeave us a voicemail and follow us on Instagram at @cryaboutit_pod.For general inquiries and advertising questions, email us at [email protected] cover art was designed by Jackie Rivera. Our music is Blem by Joey Hendrixx. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We chat about the tough transition from college to adulthood and how tapping into community can make all the difference.Further ReadingSteven Mintz, “The Tangled Transition to Adulthood”Reddit thread on the transition from college to adulthood The Whitney Museum, Edges of Ailey ExhibitionLeave us a voicemail and follow us on Instagram at @cryaboutit_pod.For general inquiries and advertising questions, email us at [email protected] cover art was designed by Jackie Rivera. Our music is Blem by Joey Hendrixx. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leave us a voicemail and follow us on Instagram at @cryaboutit_pod.For general inquiries and advertising questions, email us at [email protected] cover art was designed by Jackie Rivera. Our music is Blem by Joey Hendrixx.Further ReadingTime, “Why Gen Z Is Drinking Less”The Hill, “Why is Gen Z drinking less?”Ianthe Humphries “AT THIS POINT...am I in a toxic relationship?” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.