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Decisions, Decisions

The Black Effect and iHeartPodcasts

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Welcome to "Decisions, Decisions," the podcast where boundaries are pushed, and conversations get candid! Join your favorite hosts, Mandii B and WeezyWTF, as they dive deep into the world of non-traditional relationships and explore the often-taboo topics surrounding dating, sex, and love. Every Monday, Mandii and Weezy invite you to unlearn the outdated narratives dictated by traditional patriarchal norms. With a blend of humor, vulnerability, and authenticity, they share their personal jou ...
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EdUp Provost

Association of Chief Academic Officers (ACAO)

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The EdUp Provost Podcast is a proud member of the EdUp Experience® podcast family, America’s leading higher education podcast network. Brought to you by the Association of Chief Academic Officers (ACAO), EdUp Provost offers a platform for sharing best practices, discussing current academic challenges, and promoting the educational and organizational interests of Chief Academic Officers. Each episode provides thought-provoking conversations with leaders in higher education, equipping CAOs wit ...
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Every relationship is as unique as you are. Relationship Diversity Podcast aims to celebrate, question, and explore all aspects of relationships and relationship structure diversity. Together, we’ll bust through societal programming to break open and dissect everything we thought we knew about relationships. We’ll ask challenging and transformational questions, like: Who am I? What do I really want in my relationships? Am I in this relationship structure because it’s all I know or is it real ...
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Unlearn The Crap & Level Up – Your Soul is Calling is the podcast for women who are done with limits and ready for full empowerment. We talk about everything that shapes a powerful, liberated life — health, wealth, relationships, business, mindset, trauma, sex, and more. Hosted by Kathy Baldwin, this show blends wisdom from trauma healing, nervous system regulation, and ancestral patterns with practical tools in leadership, business, money, and love. Each episode unpacks the hidden scripts t ...
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ellisconversations's podcast

Jamil Ellis and Ronald Ellis

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In this podcast, Jamil Ellis talks with his father, retired Federal Magistrate Judge Ronald Ellis, about the historical role of law in shaping the societal structures which act as barriers to attaining the American dream. They discuss why "legal" is not a synonym for "moral" and why law, a prime actor in creating the problems, can and should be a part of the solution. Join them as they talk about wealth, voting, education, criminal justice and other topics which divide the nation. https://el ...
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It was here in Oxford, in the 1600s, that great minds such as Hooke, Boyle, Willis and Wren laid the foundations of modern experimental science. Like their famous forebears, today's Oxford scientists continue to undertake world-leading research: making fundamental new discoveries and applying cutting-edge knowledge to the major societal and technological challenges of the day. The research happening right now in the Department of Chemistry is uniquely poised to have a major impact on everyth ...
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Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast Validate. Rebuild. Revolutionize (and Patriarchy Deconstruction) Discover a safe haven and a wellspring of insight with the Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast. In this candid, relevant, and eye-opening show, host Lynn, author and passionate recovery advocate, guides you through the landscape of toxic relationships and covert narcissistic abuse dynamics. With honesty, depth, and tough love, Lynn helps you recognize subtle manipulation tactics and offers pr ...
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In this new 10-part series, journalist Sasha Borissenko investigates the truth - and debunks the myths - about weight in Aotearoa. This is a podcast about fatness, but don't come here expecting any weight loss tips. The series will look at how society has conditioned us to feel about our weight, looking at everything from the messages we receive around food and dieting, to the societal structures in place influencing our decisions, with dozens of interviews with experts, government officials ...
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Scott Challen is an Australian entrepreneur, content creator, and ADF veteran. He is the founder of Smartkits Australia, a company specialising in DIY kit home structures, and has a strong online presence through YouTube and TikTok. Scott is also known for his controversial opinions and persona - Shallowchal, which explores conspiracy theories, political discourse, and controversial topics. Scott served in the Royal Australian Air Force and has been self employed for most of his adult life. ...
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The Bible isn’t just a religious text - it’s a time machine that transports us to the day-to-day lives of ordinary people who married, had kids, toiled the land, experienced seasons of bounty and hunger, and withstood years of warfare. Much like you and I, these biblical heroes loved, loathed, coveted, and knew the gut-wrenching pangs of heartbreak. The ”Biblical Times Podcast,” is your portal into the past. We aim to guide listeners on a journey back thousands of years, right into the era o ...
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The Evolved Podcast is a boundary-pushing show that explores the spiritual, psychological, and societal structures shaping modern life, and how they must be dismantled, reimagined, or transcended. Hosted by Aaron Scott, the show weaves together ancient wisdom, metaphysical insight, geopolitical awareness, and personal reflection to reveal the hidden patterns behind power, illusion, and awakening. Each episode confronts the manufactured narratives of our world, from the elevation of utility o ...
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The Equity Gap

Shahzia Noorally

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Uncovering inequity. Empowering change. Hosted by diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practitioner Shahzia Noorally, The Equity Gap is where bold conversations meet transformative action. Through candid interviews with leading experts and thought-provoking solo episodes, Shahzia explores the real-world impact of systemic inequity—centering the lived experiences of equity-deserving individuals and challenging power structures across workplaces and beyond. From race and gender to neurodiver ...
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Critical Theory in Context

Center for Humanities and Social Change in Berlin

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What are the crucial conflicts of our time? What hopes and wishes for a better future are expressed within these conflicts? The podcast Critical Theory in Context combines analysis of the present with perspectives on societal transformation. We host conversations with theorists and activists about social crises and the possibilities of their emancipatory overcoming.
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I'm passionate about discussing diet culture and fighting fatphobia so that all people in all bodies can step into their power. In this podcast, I speak with people whose expertise or lived experience has shaped my unlearning of weight stigma and rejection of diet culture. I hope this podcast helps you to explore your relationship with food, movement, body and self in a way that empowers you to feel that you are enough as you are and that, regardless of the societal messaging you've absorbed ...
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It was here in Oxford, in the 1600s, that great minds such as Hooke, Boyle, Willis and Wren laid the foundations of modern experimental science. Like their famous forebears, today's Oxford scientists continue to undertake world-leading research: making fundamental new discoveries and applying cutting-edge knowledge to the major societal and technological challenges of the day. The research happening right now in the Department of Chemistry is uniquely poised to have a major impact on everyth ...
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Welcome to Stuff You Didn’t Know, the podcast that dives into the mysteries, facts, and fascinating stories that you might have missed. From the intriguing history of cultural phenomena to the lesser-known stories that shaped society, Stuff You Didn’t Know brings a fresh perspective to the world around us.In each episode, Stuff You Didn’t Know explores various topics from different corners of society and culture. Whether it’s the hidden meanings behind traditions, the evolution of societal n ...
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All Indians Matter

Ideabrew Studios

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All Indians Matter is a digital home for conversations with and about India on the issues that truly matter. For most of our post-Independence years, this was done by the news media. However, in recent times, the media have been found wanting. As a result, the issues that should be highlighted are sidelined and the voices that should find a megaphone are muffled. This podcast is an effort to engage with everyone who cares about India, its Constitution, its liberal and secular values. All Ind ...
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Triangulation is one of the most disorienting tactics in toxic and narcissistic dynamics. It turns simple conversations into three-way dramas, pulls “invisible people” into your relationship, and leaves you defending yourself against stories you never heard. This episode breaks down how triangulation actually works, why manipulators rely on it, and…
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What happens when your body, your business, and your life feel out of sync? In this episode, Megan Dirks shares how living with PCOS and weight struggles shaped her journey, and how finding alignment in health and business completely transformed her path. As the founder of The Girl on the Left Project, Megan challenges women to step out of the shad…
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Send us a text Season 2 | Episode 1: Inner Healing and What’s Coming Next for Relationships In this return episode, I reflect on the transformative journey I undertook in 2025 after an intuitive call to clear my schedule for profound inner work. I discuss the importance of small acts of kindness, focusing on commonalities with others, and living in…
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Send us your questions [email protected] Follow the hosts on social media Weezy @Weezywtf & Mandii B @Fullcourtpumps and follow the Decisions Decisions pages Instagram @_decisionsdecisions “No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Link Don't forget to tag #decisionsdecisions or @ us to let us know what y…
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In this conversation with EdUp Provost host Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner, Dr. Joan F. Lorden discusses her chapter, “At the Pleasure of the President,” from The Chief Academic Officer’s Handbook: A Provost’s Guide to Visionary Leadership (Johns Hopkins University Press, 2025). She offers valuable insights into the provost’s relationship with the presiden…
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This week the ladies sit down with author and Curvy Curly Conscious movement leader Shelah Marie for a conversation packed with transparency, accountability, and a whole lot of softness. Shelah opens up about her new book “UnRuly,” the importance of emotional safety in relationships, and how healing isn’t always gentle but it is necessary. They get…
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Parenting from survival mode is not love, it's trauma reenactment. In this raw and hopeful episode, Emily Cleghorn, founder of Mamahood After Trauma and bestselling author, shares how she stopped parenting from reactivity, healed her nervous system, and began mothering from peace. We talk about how unprocessed trauma lives in the body, what overwhe…
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In this conversation with EdUp Provost host Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner, Tondra De and Dr. Chris Heavey discuss the chapter on visible and shadow structures they wrote for The Chief Academic Officer's Handbook: A Provost’s Guide to Visionary Leadership. They examine the significant distinctions between visible and shadow structures in higher education, …
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Send us your questions [email protected] Follow the hosts on social media Weezy @Weezywtf & Mandii B @Fullcourtpumps and follow the Decisions Decisions pages Instagram @_decisionsdecisions “No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Link Don't forget to tag #decisionsdecisions or @ us to let us know what y…
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What if fear in the water is the same fear that's holding you back in life? In this episode of Unlearn the Crap & Level Up: Your Soul is Calling, Kathy Baldwin sits down with Cori Myka, swim coach and transformation guide, to explore how learning to swim as an adult reveals the deeper conditioning we all carry. Cori shares why so many adults avoid …
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This week on Decisions & Decisions, Mandii and Weezy sit down with Kasha and Christopher for a deep dive into ethical non-monogamy, power dynamics, and what it really means to share control. From using submission for structure and rewards, to role-play stories (yes, including a wild nurse fantasy 👀), this episode blends humor, honesty, and insight …
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Why do diets fail and stress always seem to win? In this episode of Unlearn the Crap & Level Up: Your Soul is Calling, Kathy Baldwin sits down with Deepak Saini, longevity coach and health strategist, to unpack the myths that keep us stuck, inflamed, and aging faster than we should. Together, we dive into the hidden cost of "eat less, move more," t…
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Send us your questions [email protected] Follow the hosts on social media Weezy @Weezywtf & Mandii B @Fullcourtpumps and follow the Decisions Decisions pages Instagram @_decisionsdecisions “No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Link Don't forget to tag #decisionsdecisions or @ us to let us know what y…
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In this conversation with EdUp Provost host Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner, Dr. Kathy E. Johnson and Dr. Beth Ingram discuss their chapter “Seasons of a Provost” in The Chief Academic Officer's Handbook: A Provost’s Guide for Visionary Leadership (Johns Hopkins University Press, 2025). They explore the often-overlooked topic of provost career transitions, …
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We were told not to talk about money, sex, or politics but that rule kept us small. This episode cracks open sexual shame, emotional safety, and the truth about real intimacy. Former healthcare lawyer Xanet Pailet left a 26-year sexless marriage at 50 and rebuilt her life as a sex and intimacy educator. In this raw, liberating conversation, we unpa…
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This week ladies are SOLO in ATL with Mandii figuring out her next moving plans, Weezy getting into Cartography and the status of NYC real estate. After figuring out buying an apartment, the ladies break down the problem with the “American Dream”, women ruining their own dating expectations, and Weezy’s horrible journey finding a replacement braide…
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She thought pleasing everyone was love until it cost her health, identity, and voice. Eleanor MacDonald unlearned self-abandonment and rebuilt from truth. In this powerful episode, Kathy Baldwin sits down with Eleanor MacDonald, a transformational coach and trauma-informed healer who knows what it means to lose yourself while trying to keep everyon…
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In this conversation with EdUp Provost host Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner, Dr. Patricia E. Salkin discusses the evolving role of the provost in higher education, emphasizing the essential skills required for effective leadership, the impact of COVID-19 on academic expectations, and strategies for crisis management. She highlights the importance of buildin…
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Send us your questions [email protected] Follow the hosts on social media Weezy @Weezywtf & Mandii B @Fullcourtpumps and follow the Decisions Decisions pages Instagram @_decisionsdecisions “No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Link Don't forget to tag #decisionsdecisions or @ us to let us know what y…
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This week, the ladies are joined by actress, model, singer, and co-lead of Netflix’s Ruth & Boaz, Serayah! The ladies dive right into celebrity encounters—from Babyface sightings to Mandii catching Doja Cat live. Weezy shares a hilarious Thanksgiving moment involving Babyface, and Serayah opens up about recording with iconic figures and the grace t…
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In this episode of the EdUp Provost Podcast, host Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner and Dr. Kevin R. Carman discuss the chapter on fundraising they co-wrote for The Chief Academic Officer’s Handbook: A Provost’s Guide for Visionary Leadership (Johns Hopkins University Press, 2025). They delve into the evolving role of Chief Academic Officers (CAOs) in fundrai…
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Send us your questions [email protected] Follow the hosts on social media Weezy @Weezywtf & Mandii B @Fullcourtpumps and follow the Decisions Decisions pages Instagram @_decisionsdecisions “No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Link Don't forget to tag #decisionsdecisions or @ us to let us know what y…
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This week Mandii & Weezy are joined by comedian Dustin Ross of The Friend Zone podcast. From debating which city has the “best hoes” to reflecting on gratitude and truth-or-dare confessions about surprising turn-ons. The trio dives into hygiene talk — from back hair and toe polish debates to teaching men how to step up their grooming game. Things g…
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What if the patterns, trauma, and programming holding you back in business…aren't even yours? In this episode of Unlearn the Crap & Level UP, I sit down with Lori Ellen Miller (from All Me By Design) to excavate how ancestral conditioning, generational beliefs, and cultural stories sneak into your brain, body, and business decisions. Lori gets raw …
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The Myths of Healing: Why Unlearning is the Real Path to Empowerment Healing isn't a straight line—it's a messy, layered journey full of myths that keep us stuck. In this special Unlearning Curve segment of the Unlearn the Crap & Level UP Podcast, Kathy Baldwin dives deep into the cultural lies we've been fed about what it means to "heal." So many …
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This episode dives into Mahatma Gandhi’s powerful legacy, his vision of self-reliant villages, dignity of labour, and harmony through non-violence. As India evolves, his timeless ideals offer a compelling lens to rethink development, rural empowerment, and sustainable living. A reflection on how Gandhi’s blueprint still holds the potential to shape…
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In this conversation with EdUp Provost host Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner, Dr. Forrest Anderson discusses the chapter on “What Makes an Effective Provost?” from the perspective of a dean. Dr. Anderson stresses the fact that provosts need to balance vision with day-to-day operations, build trust with faculty, and emphasize the significance of kindness in l…
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Send us your questions [email protected] Follow the hosts on social media Weezy @Weezywtf & Mandii B @Fullcourtpumps and follow the Decisions Decisions pages Instagram @_decisionsdecisions “No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Link Don't forget to tag #decisionsdecisions or @ us to let us know what y…
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This series on the Mahatma delves into the relevance of Gandhi’s ideals in a divided and unequal India. Tushar explores rising religious tensions, caste pride, media trials, and economic disparity reflecting on how Gandhi might respond today. A powerful reflection on resistance, rural vision, and the erosion of democratic values. Learn more about y…
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In this episode, Mandii and the crew dive into the messy, hilarious, and sometimes raw realities of dating, podcast fame, and everything in between. They kick things off with the problems TikTok has created for younger audiences before jumping into those awkward moments at functions when someone you’ve slept with might be in the room. Deante opens …
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There’s a strong uptick in the number of CEO departures in recent times – both in India and abroad. Blame it on geopolitical turbulence, market volatility, massive technological and regulatory changes, greater board scrutiny, and a mismatch between talent and company expectations. When it comes to large or listed firms, CEO resignations in large nu…
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What if your body is holding the very answers you've been searching for? In this episode, Kathy Baldwin speaks with Hanna Kok, a medical intuitive from South Africa who has walked through the depths of suffering—including the tragic murder of her husband—and discovered the profound truth that our greatest power lies within us. Hanna shares how trau…
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Send us your questions [email protected] Follow the hosts on social media Weezy @Weezywtf & Mandii B @Fullcourtpumps and follow the Decisions Decisions pages Instagram @_decisionsdecisions “No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Link Don't forget to tag #decisionsdecisions or @ us to let us know what y…
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In this conversation with EdUp Provost host Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner, Dr. Jennifer E. Walsh discusses her chapter “Chief Academic Vision Caster,” which appeared in the newly released Chief Academic Officer’s Handbook: A Provost’s Guide to Visionary Leadership (Johns Hopkins University Press, 2025). Dr. Walsh explores the evolving role of provosts in …
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This week the ladies are joined by Rosy of the Say Less podcast! Rosy almost brought Kaz to the show, but instead we kick things off with a fun catch-up—including plans to see Chris Brown live. From relationship status updates to the perks (and pitfalls) of being single, we dive into expectations, emotional availability, and even the chaos of datin…
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The revision of school textbooks to erase Mughal influence on Indian history and culture is in keeping with the BJP-RSS effort to rewrite the past to justify its present and the future it wants to create. This future is saffron, a rejection of the secular ethos of India. Please listen to the latest episode of All Indians Mattter. Learn more about y…
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When most people think of sales, they picture pressure, quotas, and pushy tactics. But sales isn't just about business, it's about how we connect, serve, negotiate, and navigate conflict in every part of our lives. In this episode, Kathy Baldwin speaks with Kirstin Carey about redefining sales as service. Together, they blend the principles of Unle…
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Send us your questions [email protected] Follow the hosts on social media Weezy @Weezywtf & Mandii B @Fullcourtpumps and follow the Decisions Decisions pages Instagram @_decisionsdecisions “No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Link Don't forget to tag #decisionsdecisions or @ us to let us know what y…
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In this conversation with EdUp Provost host Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner, Dr. Anthony Laden discusses his book Networks of Trust: The Social Costs of College and What We Can Do About Them and explores the social costs of college education. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the networks of trust that students form, how these networks are trans…
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This week the ladies are joined by Persephanii & Patrick Cloud of the Thick Threads podcast! From joking about breasts and body positivity to Patrick’s funniest bedroom stories, it gets wild. The crew dives into awkward moments in the bedroom, BBW party stories, and our truth or dare that has the team perplexed. Persephanii shares what it’s like be…
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Study after study shows that women face serious challenges in accessing credit. The wide gender credit gap is holding back our progress — even though women are increasingly taking up entrepreneurship. Financial inclusion is vital for individual empowerment, and it fosters community and GDP growth. A 2024 World Bank report said countries with greate…
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Are you serving everyone but yourself? In this episode, Dr. Naleeni Partrap—an intuitive business coach and pharmacist—joins Kathy to unpack how inner system leadership (inspired by IFS principles) helps women entrepreneurs end burnout, set clean boundaries, and grow with ease. We break down the "good girl" myths that fuel over-giving, why tactics …
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Send us your questions [email protected] Follow the hosts on social media Weezy @Weezywtf & Mandii B @Fullcourtpumps and follow the Decisions Decisions pages Instagram @_decisionsdecisions “No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Link Don't forget to tag #decisionsdecisions or @ us to let us know what y…
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In this conversation with EdUp Provost host Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner, Dr. Naomi Zack discusses her book on rethinking affirmative action and DEI initiatives in higher education, advocating for a framework of multiplicity and belonging. She critiques the limitations of current approaches and emphasizes the importance of the humanities in fostering hum…
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While the Right to Education Act is in place, millions of underprivileged children remain out of school. For those in school, often quality education is out of reach. Poverty, it is clear, is keeping way too many young minds from reaching their full potential. Akash Tandon, an educator dedicated to transforming the lives of underprivileged children…
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This week, Mandii and Weezy sit down with AlexxMedia to catch up on Mandii’s LA trip, talk about relationships, ghosting, and when to keep it honest. They get into adding a “third,” why nobody was actually looking for a throuple, and a wild session of Truth or Dare. After that the crew gets into the Tea App leaks and how anonymous gossip can stir t…
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You thought it was just your toxic partner. You finally learned to recognize the gaslighting, the financial control, the manipulation that nearly destroyed your sanity. But then you started noticing something terrifying: the exact same tactics showing up everywhere else in your life. In this groundbreaking episode, we explore the shocking truth tha…
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Donald Trump’s unshakeable commitment to tariffs means that it no longer matters how much evidence there is against their effectiveness. He will use them because he believes in them. Never mind that they will shrink the US’ own competitiveness, are inflationary for Americans and will make many jobs disappear. Protectionism may be working politicall…
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Feeling tired, wired, and stuck, even when you're "doing everything right"? In this episode, Kathy sits down with hormone and thyroid expert Amanda Hinman to translate the body's signals into a clear plan. We unpack why calories in/calories out fails women with thyroid or stress dysregulation, how the gut–brain–hormone axis drives energy and weight…
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In this conversation with EdUp Provost host Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner, Dr. john a. powell discusses his book The Power of Bridging: How to Build a World Where We All Belong, focusing on the concepts of bridging and breaking in higher education. He highlights the role of provosts and academic leaders in creating environments that foster connection, bel…
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