A Pretty Normal Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Episode #59: Who Were The Madrigal 10? with Kathryn Boyd-Batstone Jul 20, 2020

Show notes

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, a show that re-imagines what society considers normal. Each week I interview different guests about the topics they’re most passionate about. This week I had the opportunity of interviewing Kathryn Boyd-Batstone, a Director, photo journalist and Cinematographer, she is the director and writer of, "For Rosa," a short film inspired by the Madrigal 10, an event where ten Mexican-American women from Los Angeles filed a lawsuit against the University of Southern California Medical Center alleging that medical personnel coerced them into submitting to sterilization. I had never heard of the Madrigal 10 case before coming across this short film. The events that happened and the judges ruling are something that we can all learn from and apply those lessons today as women's reproductive rights are still being threatened. So I encourage everyone to go read more about the case. As of this recording, the film, "For Rosa," is currently still not out, however, Kathryn hooked me up with the exclusive sneak peak preview link and it was fantastic. I dont want to reveal too much but she and the rest of the cast did an incredible job telling the story. So make sure you connect with Kathryn so you can get updated when the film drops. Connect with Kathryn on Instagram @kathrynboydbatFollow the film for updates on Instagram @forrosafilm Subscribe to the show and follow us on Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // YoutubeRemember to leave us a rating and review if you enjoy the content brought to you every week. Message us if you would like to come on the show or know anyone who you would like to see come on the show. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aprettynormal/support

Episode #58: The 2020 Census, DACA, Latinx Communities and More with Reyna Marquez Jul 13, 2020

Show notes

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, a show that re-imagines what society considers normal. Each week I interview different guests about the topics they’re most passionate about.This week I had the opportunity of interviewing Reyna Marquez, a community organizer and immigration activist from Arkansas. We had a great conversation about DACA, the importance of the 2020 census, Latinx communities and so much more. Shes also trying to get the word out about US House of Representative candidate Joyce Elliot who is currently running a campaign to challenge Representative French Hill in Arkansas second congressional district.So make sure you get informed about that race and stay politically active as we approach Novembers elections. The presidential election is obviously important but just as important are the house and senate races so make sure you stay informed!Connect with Reyna on Instagram @@reyna_m42Subscribe to the show and follow us on Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // YoutubeRemember to leave us a rating and review if you enjoy the content brought to you every week. Message us if you would like to come on the show or know anyone who you would like to see come on the show. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aprettynormal/support

Episode #57: Traveling the World as a Solo Female Backpacker with Adrien Behn Jul 06, 2020

Show notes

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, a show that reimagines what society considers normal. Each week I interview different guests about the topics they’re most passionate about.This week I had the opportunity of interviewing Adrien Behn, host of the Strangers Abroad Podcast, a narrative travel podcast about a solo female backpacker who interviews strangers she meets while backpacking. I always love interviewing digital nomads and travelers because they have amazing experiences to tell and while were all still daydreaming about the day when we can return to traveling and vacationing without fear of coronavirus why not live vicariously through their stories. So make sure you go check out the Strangers Abroad podcast, Adrien is an amazing story teller and the quality of her show is superb. You really feel like you're right there with her as she takes you around the world meeting new people. In this interview we speak about her experience as a solo female traveler, her episode titled worried where she describes her experience with sexual assault while abroad and she gives advice to other women who are considering travelling by themselves. Subscribe to the show and follow us on Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // YoutubeRemember to leave us a rating and review if you enjoy the content brought to you every week. Message us if you would like to come on the show or know anyone who you would like to see come on the show. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aprettynormal/support

Episode #56: The Aftermath of George Floyd's Murder, White Privilege, Stereotypes and Protesting in Mexico with SRV Jun 29, 2020

Show notes

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, a show that reimagines what society considers normal. Each week I interview different guests about the topics they’re most passionate about.This week I had the opportunity of interviewing my homie the one and only SRV. He was a guest on episode #05 of the show way back when. In that episode we discussed his travels as a digital nomad to South East Asia and Mexico so go make sure to check out that episode after you’re done with this one. Its always a great time chopping it up with him. We go back to Square One and SRV days making music and performing together and i'm honored to call him a friend.In this interview we speak about the aftermath of the George Floyd murder, white privilege, stereotypes people impulsively jump to, how he protested in Mexico and more. It was a great conversation that branched out in a bunch of different directions but i'm super excited to share it with yall. You can connect with Stephen Valenti on Instagram @srv_valentiSubscribe to the show and follow us on Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // YoutubeRemember to leave us a rating and review if you enjoy the content brought to you every week. Message us if you would like to come on the show or know anyone who you would like to see come on the show. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aprettynormal/support

Episode #55: Traveling the World and Relationship and Confidence Advice with Alexandra Streisand Jun 20, 2020

Show notes

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, a show that reimagines what society considers normal. Each week I interview different guests about the topics they’re most passionate about.This week I had the opportunity of interviewing Alexandra Streisand, a certified confidence and relationship coach whose goal is to create an open, honest, and judgment-free space so that you feel completely comfortable while exploring your mind to all of the opportunities that surround you. Alex graduated with a business and restaurant management degree, and used to work over 80 hours a week managing a restaurant in New York City. After a few years of doing what she initially thought was her dream job, she decided to leave the restaurant business and travel around the world.I had a blast speaking with her about her travels around the world, why she left the restaurant business, why she became a confidence and relationship coach and more. You can connect with Alexandra Streisand on Instagram @abundantly_freeand check out her website at www.alexandrastreisandcoaching.comSubscribe to the show and follow us on Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // YoutubeRemember to leave us a rating and review if you enjoy the content brought to you every week. Message us if you would like to come on the show or know anyone who you would like to see come on the show. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aprettynormal/support

Episode #54: Crazy Hiking Stories with Alec Santiago, Host of Trail Pope Confessions Jun 16, 2020

Show notes

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, a show that reimagines what society considers normal. Each week I interview different guests about the topics they’re most passionate about.We recently crossed the one year anniversary of the podcast and I put out an episode detailing the big plans and changes coming to the show. Go check out the one year anniversary episode to get informed on all of the dope news about A Pretty Normal Podcast. I’ve said thank you hundreds of times but I can never say it enough, thank you to everyone who listens and supports the show. Thank you to all the guests who share their stories with me, yall make the show what it is.This week I had the opportunity of interviewing Alec Santiago, the host of Trail Pope Confessions a show that follows Alec on his journeys as he hikes through the National Scenic Trail systemAlec was also my friend in College and I haven't seen him since we graduated back in 2015, its been a hot minute and every time I would see him pop up on my social media hiking these beautiful trails I knew I would always tell myself I gotta reach out and get him on the show! You can connect with Alec Santiago on Instagram @trail.popeand check out his podcast at www.anchor.fm/trail.popeSubscribe to the show and follow us on Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // YoutubeRemember to leave us a rating and review if you enjoy the content brought to you every week. Message us if you would like to come on the show or know anyone who you would like to see come on the show. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aprettynormal/support

One Year Anniversary! Jun 12, 2020

Show notes

Its officially been one year since I started A Pretty Normal Podcast and it has been an incredible year of growth and learning! I want to thank you all for tuning in every week to listen to the amazing stories our guests have shared with us.Thank you so much to everyone who has supported the show, thank you to everyone whose come on the show as a guest. I got big plans for this show and the more I do this the more pumped I get to keep putting out creative content.I will always keep putting out more podcast episodes but I want to release more than just podcasts. I wanna share more videos, create documentaries, share my collage art, and other random projects floating in my head.Thats why im excited to announce i've begun working on my next big project, Pretty Normal Productions,An umbrella brand home to A Pretty Normal Podcast, but also a platform where I can share more of my ideas with you all.Stay tuned for more updates as I go and subscribe to the show so you never miss out on new content! Subscribe to the show and follow us on Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // YoutubeRemember to leave us a rating and review if you enjoy the content brought to you every week. Message us if you would like to come on the show or know anyone who you would like to see come on the show. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aprettynormal/support

Episode #53: Personal Loss During Quarantine, Content Creation and the 2020 Election with Hendel Leiva Jun 01, 2020

Show notes

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, a show that reimagines what society considers normal. Each week I interview different guests about the topics they’re most passionate about. Before the interview starts I give a short moment of silence for George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor. Three people who were murdered and whose deaths have rightfully so sparked massive outrage and protests across the country. This is the smallest possible thing I can do, but even if it helps bring a tiny bit more awareness and keeps this in our conscious as we try to move forwar, then I will gladly use this podcast platform to help. This week I had the opportunity of interviewing Hendel Leiva, the host of Immigration MIC podcast, a show that takes you through the story of each guest, and the reasons they’re fighting for immigrants across the nationHendel was the guest on episode #27 and hes someone whose hustle and energy I really respect. I love getting a chance to talk to him and this will definitely not be the last you hear of him here on this show.You can connect with Hendel Leiva on Instagram @hendelonthemicand check out his podcast at www.immigrationmicpodcast.comSubscribe to the show and follow us on Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // YoutubeRemember to leave us a rating and review if you enjoy the content brought to you every week. Message us if you would like to come on the show or know anyone who you would like to see come on the show. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aprettynormal/support

Episode #52: Chicago Based South African Artist, Abena Motaboli May 24, 2020

Show notes

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, a show that re-imagines what society considers normal. Each week I interview different guests about the topics they’re most passionate about. This week I had the opportunity of interviewing Abena Motaboli, a Chicago based, South African educator, facilitator, project manager, writer and visual artist.Her art practice is performative, contemplative, and transformative. Known for her intricate plastic installations and meditative line-work found in her paintings, she is Influenced by her home country of Lesotho and Southern African culture. She uses a variety of ephemeral material such as plastic, tea, dirt, coffee, and charcoal to comment on displacement, past memories, and the culture of creating. You can connect with Abena Motaboli on Instagram @abenaartand check out her website at www.abenaart.com/Subscribe to the show and follow us on Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // YoutubeRemember to leave us a rating and review if you enjoy the content brought to you every week. Message us if you would like to come on the show or know anyone who you would like to see come on the show. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aprettynormal/support

A Pretty Normal Monologue: America Needs Therapy! May 21, 2020

Show notes

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, a show that re-imagines what society considers normal. Each week I interview different guests about the topics they’re most passionate about. As the deaths and hospitalizations continue to decline, NY Governor, Andrew Cuomo has said we are finally on the otherside of "the mountain" so I wanted to focus my monologue on the ugly truths of society this pandemic has revealed to us. Domestic violence reports are up, alcohol sales are up, counties are encouraging snitching on your neighbors and clout chasers are running amok. Now that we are on the otherside of the mountain, what have we learned about ourselves in our time of struggle and desperation? Citation:U.S. Alcohol Sales Increase 55 Percent in One Week Amid Coronavirus PandemicAmerica's Shopping List: Here's What We're Buying The MostSTRESS DRINKING: ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION INCREASES DURING COVID-19https://www.taxpolicycenter.org/briefing-book/what-are-major-federal-excise-taxes-and-how-much-money-do-they-raiseAfter ‘neighbor snitching’ complaints, Frisco removes coronavirus compliance feature from app'BBQ Becky,' White Woman Who Called Cops on Black BBQCoronavirus: How the pandemic is relaxing US drinking laws Thank you to everyone who supports the show and has shared the show with a friend or a loved one. Subscribe to the show and follow us on Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // YoutubeRemember to leave us a rating and review if you enjoy the content brought to you every week. Message us if you would like to come on the show or know anyone who you would like to see come on the show. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aprettynormal/support

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected