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April Diaz: Growing into your Gifts, Calling, and Purpose Jan 13, 2022

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April Diaz joins Melissa on the mic for our Everyday Woman Series. April grew up in a fundamentalist Christian family and was taught that a woman's place was in the home, caring for her husband and children. As a child, April identified as a leader with loads of ambition and vision and never quite fit the female stereotypes that were expected of her. At 16 years old, April experienced a calling from God asking to invest her life into the next generation. Today, April is the Founder and CEO of Ezer + Co., a coaching company that helps women live and lead with wholeness.

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SHOW NOTES

In this episode, we talk about:

Growing up in a fundamentalist Christian family
Not fitting the script of what a little girl was "suppose to be"
How racism, sexism and homophobia had defined the church
Moving out of state and becoming one of the first female pastors at her new church
Traveling internationally to learn from and serve marginalized communities
Adopting two children from Ethiopia
Launching Ezer + Co. to activate women to live and lead with wholeness
The many struggles of launching a business from scratch during a global pandemic
The meaning of Sisterhood

RESOURCES:

Check out the Ezer + Co. website
Follow Ezer + Co. on Instagram and Facebook
Learn more about the 6-Month Online Coaching Groups at Ezer + Co.
Join the Warrior Women Membership Community
Register for Ezer + Co. Wholeness Workshops
Subscribe to the Weekly Wholeness Newsletter
Read April's VoyageLA article HERE

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The Hyphy History of Christmas: Pagans, Libations, and Creepy Krampus Dec 24, 2021

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Our founding sister CJ, queen of the bottomless mimosas, is back on the mic for a super special Christmas themed episode! That's right folks, the band is back together again to chat about the witchy folklores of Christmas! Melissa kicks off the show with a Pagan history lesson, the evolution of "Christian" Christmas, and an overview of Christmas traditions we hijacked from the Pagans. CJ introduces Melissa to The Krampus, St. Nicholas' horned demonic assistant who scares misbehaved children.

SHOW NOTES

In this episode, we talk about:

CJ's Poinsettia Champagne Cocktail and Melissa's spiked Rum Egg Nog
CJ's life update + her Youtube Channel The Creepy & The Cozy
The history and evolution of Pagan and Christian Christmas
Winter Solstice, the festival of Saturnalia, Yule celebrations, and Odin
Christmas traditions we've adopted from the Pagans
The history of St. Nicholas and his horned demonic assistant, The Krampus
Perchta, the goddess of Christmas, and The Perchtenlauf
Zwarte Piet (Black Peter), St. Nicholas' controversial sidekick in the Netherland's
Melissa and CJ's favorite Christmas memories from childhood

RESOURCES:

Subscribe to CJ's Youtube channel The Creepy & The Cozy
Learn more about The Krampus in CJ's Youtube video Krampus: The History of Our Favorite Holiday Boogeyman
Bust a move to the greatest Christmas song of all time *NSYNC's Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays
Watch Krampus on Amazon Prime
Shop Mimosa Sisterhood's NEW pullover sweatshirt
Follow Mimosa Sisterhood on Instagram

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Tula B. Strong : No One Can Take Away Your Education, Faith, or Dance Dec 09, 2021

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Tula B. Strong, a Liberian-American performance artist, joins Melissa on the mic for our Everyday Woman Series. Tula was raised by a single mother who immigrated to the United States after fleeing Liberia during the midst of the Liberian Civil War. Tula's mother, a refugee woman who lost everything, raised her children to value education as one of the few things that could never be taken away from them. Tula took her mother's words to heart and went on to attend Princeton University, on a full-ride scholarship program, fresh out of high-school! While at Princeton, Tula discovered her love for dance and choreography. Today, Tula is working on one of the biggest projects of her life, a 3-day dance and music experience called TESTIMONY that centers around a community of Afro-Diasporic women and their journeys of trauma, healing, and faith.

SHOW NOTES

In this episode, we talk about:

Tula's mother and her experience of fleeing Liberia as a refugee
The importance of education in Tula's household
Growing up in a low income family and getting accepted into two of the best Ivy League schools on earth
Being a student of color at Princeton and not fitting in with the "mainstream"
Advocating for BIPOC people on campus
TESTIMONY, Tula's 3-day dance and music experience premiering during women's history month in 2022
Tula's relationship with God and how she intertwines spirituality with dance
Healing her relationship with religion after discovering a church community full of young creatives
The meaning of Sisterhood

RESOURCES:

Learn more about Tula B. Strong on her Website
RSVP to Tula's email list to stay in the loop on TESTIMONY premiering March 2022
Follow Tula B. Strong on Instagram
Read Tula's interview on Voyage LA
Check out the NEW Mimosa Sisterhood Sweatshirt
Check out the NEW 15 oz. Mug
Follow Mimosa Sisterhood on Instagram

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Hurrem Sultan & Kumander Liwayway: Beauty and Power in Absolute Chaos Nov 12, 2021

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Jordan Redwine is back on the mic to celebrate the lives of two influential women in history! Jordan kicks off the show by introducing Hurrem Sultan, a woman sold as a sex slave who later became the Queen of the Ottoman Empire during the 1500s. Melissa introduces Kumander Liwayway, a young Filipino peasant who joined the Huk Rebellion to avenger her father's death.

If you'd like to donate to the Mimosa Sisterhood podcast, check out my new support feature! In addition, you can now sponsor an alcohol beverage for Melissa to drink during a podcast recording and you'll receive an on-air shout out!

SHOW NOTES

In this episode, we talk about:

You, the psychological thriller book and television series
Stage combat, Jordan's new passion and hobby
Vodka Mai Tai and Beauty in Chaos red blend wine
The life of Hurrem Sultan, one of the most powerful and influential women in Ottoman history
The life of a concubine woman in the 1500s Ottoman Empire
Rising from sex slave to the Sultan's lawful wife
Historical hunchbacks and the common practice of fratricide
The life of Kumander Liwayway, from beauty queen to military commander of the Huk Rebellion
The Japanese invasion of the Philippines following the attack on Pearl Harbor
The Huk Rebellion, a communist resistance group made up of peasants
The few times in history where sexism paid off

RESOURCES:

Learn more about the era known as the Sultanate of Woman
Watch this Youtube video on Kumander Liwayway
Listen to Jordan's podcasts, A Novel Adaptation
Follow A Novel Adaptation on Instagram
Follow Mimosa Sisterhood on Instagram
Leave Mimosa Sisterhood a Podcast Review

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The Wild Life Story of Mary Shelley, Author of Frankenstein Oct 28, 2021

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Melissa hops on the mic for a Halloween themed episode featuring Mary Shelley, author of Frankenstein. Many believe that Mary depicted herself in the character of the monster as she'd lived the majority of her life ostracized by society, just like the monster in her story.

SHOW NOTES

In this episode, we talk about:

Extremely strict and conservative family values in England during the 1700-1800s
The backstory of Mary Shelley's infamous parents, radical philosopher William Godwin and feminist activist Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin
The scandalous love story between Mary and Percy Bysshe Shelley, aka the ultimate f*boy
The weird Sister Wives situation going on between Mary, Percy, and her stepsister Claire Clairmont
Switzerland and the inspiration behind writing the Gothic novel, Frankenstein
Mary's numerous pregnancies and the loss of her children
Tragic themes of death, depression, suicide, and trauma
Being ostracized from community and living a lonely life of solitude

RESOURCES

Read Mary Shelley's original 1818 version of Frankenstein
Watch the 1931 Frankenstein movie adaptation on Amazon Prime
Huge shout out to outofthebex YouTube Channel who provided so many scandalous fun facts about Mary's life
Follow Mimosa Sisterhood on Instagram
Check out our podcast merchandise
Check out our cool website

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Anastasia Romanov & Anna Anderson: The "Lost Duchess" and Her Imposter Oct 16, 2021

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Rachel and Leah from Hashtag History podcast join me on the mic for a super scandalous story full of conspiracy and corruption! Melissa tells the story of Grand Duchess Anastasia, the youngest daughter of the last Tsar and Tsarina of Russia who was rumored to have survived her family's execution in 1918. Leah and Rachel tell the fascinating story of Anna Anderson, an imposter that came forward in 1922 claiming to be the long lost Grand Duchess Anastasia.

SHOW NOTES

In this episode, we talk about:

White Russian cocktails
The history of the Romanov Family - the last imperial dynasty to rule Russia
Grand Duchess Anastasia's childhood living as a royal
The scandalous story of Grigori Rasputin, a holy Russian peasant who befriended the Romanov family
Tsar Nicholas II abdicating the throne in 1917 and putting an end to more than 300 years of Romanov rule
The Russian Revolution and the execution of the Tsar, Tsarina, and their three children
Anna Anderson, a Polish factory worker who claimed to be the Grand Duchess Anastasia for 40+ year
The insane amount of support Anna Anderson received from various members of European royalty
Anna Anderson's history with mental health issues
How were so many people fooled when Anna looked nothing like Anastasia and couldn't even speak Russian?

RESOURCES:

Listen to Hashtag History podcast
Follow Hashtag History on Instagram
Check out the Hashtag History website
Learn more about Grigori Rasputin and his enormous shlong
Follow Mimosa Sisterhood on Instagram
Check out Mimosa Sisterhood's podcast merchandise
Rate and review Mimosa Sisterhood podcast

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Kiera Doyle: Human Design & The Magic of Self Discovery Sep 30, 2021

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Kiera Doyle, host of Meeting Your Magic podcast, joins me on the mic for our Everyday Woman Series. For years, Kiera felt loads of shame over her non-linear lifestyle and felt pressured to "figured it all out" by her mid-20s. However, this narrative changed the moment she discovered Human Design, a holistic self-knowledge system that combines astrology, the I Ching, Kabbalah and Vedic philosophy. Human Design empowered Kiera to live authentically and to become her happiest and most successful self. Today, Kiera is a Human Design Reader and the host of Meeting Your Magic podcast, a show that uses Human Design as a blueprint to help listeners master their energy, eliminate resistance, and step into divine flow.

If you'd like to donate to the Mimosa Sisterhood podcast, check out my new support feature!

SHOW NOTES

In this episode, we talk about:

The origin and history of Human Design and how it compares to Astrology and the Chakra System
How Kiera discovered Human Design + the moment she learned she was a Manifesting Generator
Kiera's extremely non-linear career path and the pressure of "figuring it all out" by her mid-20s
Becoming an expert in Human Design readings and landing her first customers in Saudi Arabia
The concept of being comfortable in being small vs. the vulnerability in being loud and seen
An overview of each Human Design Type: Manifestor (41:07), Generator (47:50), Manifesting Generator (47:50), Projector (55:17), and Reflector (1:02:37)
An explanation of opened and closed (or undefined and defined) energy centers
An overview of Melissa's Body Graph + tips to living her best Projector life

RESOURCES

Look up your Human Design Body Graph so you can follow along with the podcast
Learn more about Human Design in Kiera's podcast Meeting Your Magic
Book a Human Design Reading with Kiera Doyle
Follow Kiera Doyle on Instagram
Follow Meeting Your Magic on Instagram
Follow Mimosa Sisterhood on Instagram
Check out Mimosa Sisterhood's Website
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Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz & Lorena Ramírez: Mexico's Feminist Nun & Light-Footed Woman Sep 16, 2021

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Andee Dominguez joins me on the mic to celebrate Mexican Independence Day! Melissa tells the story of Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz, a 17th century poet, scholar, and nun who's considered to be the first published feminist of the New World. Andee tells the fascinating story of Lorena Ramírez, the 26-year old "light-footed woman" who runs ultramarathons in her traditional Rarámuri skirt and huaraches sandals.

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SHOW NOTES

In this episode, we talk about:

The full scoop on Andee's solo adventures in Iceland
Andee's broken foot and her unexpected bout with covid
Melissa and Andee's experience of "not being Mexican enough" even though we're both Mexican
Apothic Red Blend, 19 Crimes Snoop Dogg Red Blend, and Wild Roots Marionberry Vodka
The life of Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz, Mexico's first feminist
Limited access to education for young girls in Mexico during the 17th century
Becoming a nun to avoid marriage, avoid work, and to live an independent life full of books, philosophy, and music
Getting censored by the church after challenging the patriarchy
The life of Lorena Ramírez, a history-making long distance marathon runner
Rarámuri or Tarahumara, a group of indigenous people living in Chihuahua, Mexico known to be physiologically equipped to walk and run long distances
Running 100K (62 miles) in sandals
Receiving huge media attention from Nike, Vogue Mexico, Netflix

RESOURCES:

Watch the Netflix documentary Lorena, Light-Footed Woman
Read Christopher McDougall's book, Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen
Watch this amazing Youtube video about Lorena Ramírez
Learn more about Icelandic Viking Horses
Listen's to Andee's last episode on Leona Vicario, the Godmother of Mexican Independence
Do yourself a favor and try the Wild Roots Marionberry Vodka on ice
Check out Mimosa Sisterhood's podcast merchandise
Follow Mimosa Sisterhood on Instagram and Twitter
Leave us a podcast review!

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Anna McDonnell Dowling: Make That Money Honey Sep 02, 2021

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Anna McDonnell Dowling, CEO & Co-founder of the f school, joins me on the mic for our Everyday Woman Series. Anna's online platform, the f school, teaches women and girls the skills that should be taught at school but aren't. Anna is the creator behind the f school's Salary Negotiation System, which helps women take control of their earning potential and leave self-doubt and self-sabotage at the door.

If you found this episode to be helpful and valuable, share it with one of your co-workers or your business bestie! If you'd like to support the podcast, buy Melissa an alcoholic beverage and receive an on-air shout out: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mimosahood

SHOW NOTES

In this episode, we talk about:

Immigrating to Canada from Ireland
Anna's online platform, the f school
Navigating salary as a woman in the corporate world
The gender pay gap
Imposter syndrome
Money mindset
The importance of doing research to determine the actual market value of a job
The steps to overcoming fear of negotiating salary + how to pull the trigger
Mistakes women can make when negotiating salary
The meaning of Sisterhood

RESOURCES:

Anna's FREE webinar on how to negotiate your salary: www.thefschool.com/salary
Follow the f school on Instagram: instagram.com/thefschool
Follow the f school on Facebook: facebook.com/thefschool
Check out the f school website: https://www.thefschool.com/
Join the Girlboss Community for great networking opportunities: https://community.girlboss.com/login
Follow Mimosa Sisterhood on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mimosasisterhood/
Subscribe to Mimosa Sisterhood's Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/bdf31d27e201/podcast-newsletter
Check out Mimosa Sisterhood's new podcast merchandise: https://www.mimosasisterhood.com/shop/

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King Christina of Sweden & Carlota and Fermina Lucumí: An Unconventional King & Two Rebel Leaders Aug 19, 2021

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Jordan Redwine, co-host of A Novel Adaptation podcast, is back on the mic for her second guest appearance on the pod! Melissa kicks off the show by introducing King Christina of Sweden, the 17th century troublemaking genderqueer king who helped put an end to the Thirty Years' War on religion. Jordan tells the story of Carlota and Fermina Lucumí, machete wielding rebels who led the 1843 slave rebellion in Matanzas, Cuba.

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SHOW NOTES

In this episode, we talk about:

The shit show of 2020 and beyond
Jordan's podcast, A Novel Adaptation
Melissa's favorite book of all time, The Silent Patient
Pinot Gris wine reviews
King Christina of Sweden's privileged upbringing + her wild family dynamics
PCOS, intersex, sexual fluidity, and more
Religion during the 1600s + Sweden's involvement in Thirty Years' War
Bankrupted and bougie, nervous breakdowns, and new beginnings
Carlota and Fermina Lucumí's life as kidnapped Africans sold into slavery
The harsh and brutal conditions working for Spanish plantation owners in Cuba
Plotting the rebellion and communicating to other slaves via coded messages in drum beats
The 1843 uprising at the Triunvirato sugar mill plantation in Cuba + the "Year of the Lashes"

RESOURCES:

Check out A Novel Adaptation podcast
Read Melissa's favorite book The Silent Patient
Read Jordan's recommendation The Book of Night Women
Follow Mimosa Sisterhood on Instagram
Check out our podcast merchandise!
Sign up for our Newsletter and receive a FREE postcard!

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