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STFU: We Are Not Done Talking Yet

STFU: We Are Not Done Talking Yet

By Charla & Danielle

Two conversational mavens discuss current events, popular culture, writing, books, movies, and women’s lives. We are smart, funny and occasionally profane.
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STFU: We Are Not Done Talking YetMay 16, 2019

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Succession Obsession

Succession Obsession

The HBO series on its 3rd season is about greed and family back stabbing. Fun! Find out about the fictional billionaire Roy family that has no likable character.

Nov 25, 202134:39
Mermaids Among Us?

Mermaids Among Us?

Danielle fills Charla in on her trip to Mermaid Camp at Weeki-Wachee Springs State Park, FL. We learn how to transport a mermaid fin on a plane, what it’s like to swim with manatees, why a mermaid costume doesn’t work for Halloween, and much more!
Nov 03, 202135:46
Listening to Grief: A Chat with Tracie Clayton, Grief Recovery Specialist
Jul 13, 202149:22
Meg Weber, Author of A Year of Mr. Lucky

Meg Weber, Author of A Year of Mr. Lucky

Another author from Portland, Oregon joins us! Meg Weber wrote a book called A Year of Mr. Lucky, due out on February 8, 2021. In this debut memoir, she tells us about her exploration into BDSM (Bondage and Discipline, Dominance and Submission, Sadochism and Masochism) and other facets of her life during this time.
For more information, please visit: Meg Weber, Writer
Her book is available in digital format from Sincyr Publishing
Pre-order at Bookshop
Feb 05, 202150:38
The Joy of Skipping with Kim “Skipper” Corbin

The Joy of Skipping with Kim “Skipper” Corbin

A fun and free-wheeling conversation with our friend and free spirit Kim “Skipper” Corbin, proponent of adult skipping, veteran of 15 Burning Mans, and seeker of joy in all things. Recorded on Dec 18, 2020.
Jan 26, 202150:18
STFU Catch-up after 6 Months: Pandemic, Politics, and More

STFU Catch-up after 6 Months: Pandemic, Politics, and More

Your hosts discuss the Pandemic, California wildfires, and what we have been doing for six months.

Jan 05, 202123:29
Poet of the Mississippi: Laura Hansen

Poet of the Mississippi: Laura Hansen

Join us for a fun and wide-ranging conversation with Laura L Hansen, poet, librarian, former bookstore owner, and resident of Little Falls, Minnesota. Laura lives and works along the Mississippi River,  which is her muse. She also graces us with readings of her beautiful poems, some old and some brand new.  You can find out more about her and order her books at www.laurahansenbooks.com. 

Jun 13, 202050:23
Covid Life: The Millennial Masked Edition

Covid Life: The Millennial Masked Edition

In which Danielle and Charla talk to Danielle's daughter and her roommate about 20-something life during the time of coronavirus. What's it like to quarantine with roommates? Date during a pandemic? Are you still employed? What are your friends doing? Where did you get that cute mask? Yep, three out of four of us were wearing cloth masks!
Jun 04, 202055:41
Grief: Monica Welty Writes and Sings Her Story
May 30, 202001:09:51
The Wonderful World of Flower Essences with Ruth Toledo Altschuler
May 14, 202054:37
Buckminster Fuller, 20th Century Leonardo da Vinci

Buckminster Fuller, 20th Century Leonardo da Vinci

Join us on a voyage of discovery and learn all about Buckminster Fuller from one of his biggest fans, Patricia Ravasio. You know him as the creator of the geodesic dome, but he was much more than that. Steve Jobs called him the 20th-century Leonardo da Vinci. Patricia Ravasio has written a book called "The Girl from Spaceship Earth" (endorsed by environmentalist Bill McKibben) about her fascination with this American architect, systems theorist, author, designer, inventor, and futurist. In this episode, she tells us all about Bucky and why his words of wisdom matter today more than ever.
May 06, 202051:52
From the lost files: April 3rd Forgotten Pandemic Podcast
Apr 27, 202058:34
Talking about Beekeeping with Mike Stephanos, the Bees Knees

Talking about Beekeeping with Mike Stephanos, the Bees Knees

We call Mike Stephanos, Contra Costa County, California long-time beekeeper, about hobby and professional beekeeping. Danielle is a 5-year beekeeper (mostly) enjoying the Zen of Bees.

Apr 17, 202001:01:30
Author Samantha Dunn on Writing, Memoir, and Life During the Coronavirus

Author Samantha Dunn on Writing, Memoir, and Life During the Coronavirus

Our beloved writing teacher and brilliant writer Samantha Dunn chats finds time to chat with us while running a magazine, teaching writing, working on a new memoir, and home schooling her delightful son. She is funny, engaging, smart, and highly entertaining. Plus she reads from her work-in-progress, a treat you won't want to miss.
Samantha Dunn is the executive editor of Coast Magazine, and the author of several books including the novel Failing Paris and a bestselling memoir, Not By Accident: Reconstructing a Careless Life. Sam’s work is anthologized in a number of places, including the short story anthology, Women on the Edge: Writing from Los Angeles, which she co-edited. She is a member of the Writers Guild of America and teaches at Chapman University. She also directs Writers Camp at Esalen Institute in Big Sur.
#samdunn #samanthadunnauthor #memoir #esalen #esalenwriterscamp #womenwriters #samanthadunn
Apr 07, 202042:60
Pandemic Edition 2: Chat with Heather Atherton
Mar 31, 202057:24
Helter Skelter: Sheltering in Place and the Coronavirus
Mar 22, 202001:02:57
Sex After 50: An Interview with Rachael Cabreira, Certified Sexual Health Clinician
Mar 16, 202047:33
The Conundrum Edition
Feb 13, 202033:35
Seeking Refuge: An Interview with Refugee Expert Barbara Strack

Seeking Refuge: An Interview with Refugee Expert Barbara Strack

In this podcast, we talk to Barbara L Strack, a refugee expert who retired from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in January 2018. She tells us all about the global refugee crisis, the legal definition of a refugee, the history of refugee resettlement programs here and abroad, refugees vs. asylum seekers, and much more. Find out what you can do to help. 

Also check out her recent opinion piece in TIME Magazine about how the Trump administration is trying to mislead us about the refugee situation. https://time.com/author/barbara-strack/

This interview was recorded on January 21, 2020. The photo was taken at UN Headquarters in Geneva.


Feb 05, 202056:45
Make Your Dreams Come True! A Conversation with Laura Geduldig of Vitality Coaching

Make Your Dreams Come True! A Conversation with Laura Geduldig of Vitality Coaching

Join us for a discussion about how to set goals, reach your New Year's resolutions, and make your dreams come true. A twenty-year veteran of life coaching and master certified coach, Laura Geduldig, tells us how to do it. Check out her web site at: www.vitalitycoaching.life or email her at laura@vitalitycoaching.life. Laura is generously offering our listeners a complimentary 90-minute coaching session and a discount of 20% off a coaching package; this special offer expires February 15, 2020. 

#coaching #laurageduldig #nia #niatechnique #mastercoach #goals #goalsetting

Jan 26, 202040:08
The Next Generation: A 20-Something Gives Us the Scoop
Jan 16, 202051:20
Almond Joy: A Conversation With Author Steve Almond

Almond Joy: A Conversation With Author Steve Almond

Steve  Almond is an American short-story writer, essayist, and author of ten books, including Against Football, Bad Stories: What the Hell Just Happened to This Country, and William Stoner and the Battle for the Inner Life. Steve co-hosted the podcast Dear Sugars with Cheryl Strayed for four years. This podcast was recorded on December 12, 2019.

#dearsugars #stevealmond #stevealmondauthor #badstories #shortstories

Jan 08, 202001:02:13
Our Favorite Non-Profits and Worst/Best Gifts
Dec 27, 201951:31
In Search of Mr. Right: The Perils of Online Dating

In Search of Mr. Right: The Perils of Online Dating

Danielle's  friend Tonya tells us all about her recent adventures in online dating here in the SF Bay area. It's a jungle out there, people, but Tonya is our intrepid guide. She shares how she navigates the rules,  the weirdos, and the general craziness of searching for Mr. Right.

Dec 13, 201957:04
A Conversation with Heather Atherton
Dec 07, 201950:44
Talking Tattoos with Randy Miller, Part 2

Talking Tattoos with Randy Miller, Part 2

Danielle and Charla continue their conversation about tattoos with Randy Miller, dancer extraordinaire, who has adorned his beautiful body with tattoo art starting at age 18. 

Nov 21, 201945:21
Talking Tattoos with Randy Miller: Part 1

Talking Tattoos with Randy Miller: Part 1

Charla and Danielle interview the one and only Randy Miller, dancer extraordinaire, to discuss his lifelong fascination with tattoo art and his personal experiences of adorning his body with tattoos. The conversation continues in Part 2, which will be published next week.

#tattoos #tattoo #bodyart #piercing #adornment #nia #soulmotion

Nov 15, 201934:45
The Millennial Edition
Nov 06, 201949:56
Oh Canada!

Oh Canada!

In this episode, we speak with Anna and Sandy, who are Danielle's friends from Canada. Many important topics such as Drake and healthcare are discussed. Danielle takes a test to see if she can name 10 provinces. The Great White North does not disappoint.

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Nov 01, 201901:00:24
Facing Up to Facebook: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly

Facing Up to Facebook: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly

Danielle and Charla take a look at Facebook and discuss how they feel about its ubiquitous presence in our lives. 

Oct 24, 201954:01
Funny Stories about Our Moms

Funny Stories about Our Moms

In this amusing episode, Danielle and Charla regale each other with funny stories about their mothers. Guaranteed to make you laugh and think about your own mother....and cringe.

Oct 18, 201942:43
Climate Change
Oct 01, 201948:10
Pet Peeves (Things We Hate) and Things We Love
Sep 20, 201930:36
End of Summer Catch-up and Ketamine Update
Sep 13, 201932:31
Ketamine and Kats
Jun 13, 201941:35
Rhino in the Room by Jill Hedgecock
Jun 06, 201936:20
Interview with Maren Cooper, author of A Better Next: A Novel

Interview with Maren Cooper, author of A Better Next: A Novel

Author Maren Cooper talks about her first novel A Better Next, the story of a stressed dual-career couple with overlapping careers and a distressed marriage complicated by the sexism and duplicity of corporate politics. We also discuss her writing process and her experience using hybrid publisher She Writes Press to produce and market her book. Available on May 28, 2019. www.marencooper.com


May 29, 201928:28
Interview with NY Times Bestselling Author Julie Barton

Interview with NY Times Bestselling Author Julie Barton

In this episode, Charla and Danielle sit down with author Julie Barton at her dining table and talk about her best-selling memoir "Dog Medicine," her writing class called "Unleashed," her current book-in-progress, and other topics ranging from depression to vibrators. Yes, it's a classic episode of STFU: We are not done talking yet! Julie's memoir "Dog Medicine: How My Dog Saved Me from Myself" can be found wherever books are sold. Her author web site is byjuliebarton.com.

May 23, 201955:52
(Almost) Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Bladder Cancer!

(Almost) Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Bladder Cancer!

Did you know that May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month? In this episode we talk about how common bladder cancer is and the risk factors, symptoms, and treatment. Charla shares her own experience with non-invasive bladder cancer.
May 16, 201935:14
Mah Jongg teacher and evangelist, Toby Salk
May 09, 201930:53
Interview with Marilyn Bousquin, founder of Writing Women's Lives Academy
May 06, 201944:12
Weighty Matters

Weighty Matters

In this podcast, we discuss our weight as it relates to current cultural norms and societal expectations.

Apr 26, 201944:36
Interview with Debbie Rosas of The Nia Technique.
Apr 18, 201936:52
Find Your Deep Genius: Interview with Nancy Marmolejo
Apr 11, 201943:22
Pilot Episode of STFU: We are not done talking yet!

Pilot Episode of STFU: We are not done talking yet!

When we were green, more green than we are now. Enjoy listening.

Apr 04, 201912:12
Interview with Reema Zaman, critically acclaimed author of I Am Yours.

Interview with Reema Zaman, critically acclaimed author of I Am Yours.

We speak with Reema about her book and her life, and what she is doing about the systematic silencing of women.

Mar 31, 201933:07
Interview with Joanell Serra, author of The Vines We Planted
Mar 22, 201951:56
When Good Artists do Bad Things

When Good Artists do Bad Things

In this episode, Charla and Danielle discuss Michael Jackson and other artists who have been accused of sexual wrongdoings or other bad behavior. Should we boycott their work?

Mar 15, 201938:25
Women’s Silencing and Anger

Women’s Silencing and Anger

Your hosts talk about Reema Zaman’s book ‘I Am Yours’ and many topics regarding sexual abuse, trauma, and memoir writing.
Mar 07, 201921:45