https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-me--4954501
To learn more about Heather and engage in the conversation, visit www.HeatherStark.me Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/heather-stark4/support]]>enPersonal JournalsCopyright Heather Starkhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/11fd3f12a7ab1e68ecf2f5d99d6ccbe3.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-me--4954501Wed, 05 Apr 2023 09:38:02 +0000Heather StarkHeather Starkfeeds@spreaker.comThis Is Me explores the most stripped-down, authentic and unapologetic version of ourselves. It’s a space for women to tell their stories and connect over shared experiences. From the routine pressures of everyday life to the profound struggles only...
To learn more about Heather and engage in the conversation, visit www.HeatherStark.me Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/heather-stark4/support]]>true737c8c72-3ce8-5f9b-8d87-da0de0a85878episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stark-conversations-sexual-harassment-part-2--53210946https://anchor.fm/app]]>fff9cb73-4bec-433b-b0b2-9ff7f58740f1Wed, 15 Mar 2023 11:51:10 +0000Heather StarkHello Friends, In Part 2 of Sexual Harassment, I take you with me as I reclaim my walks on the beach. This episode is a series of recordings I took when I decided it was time for me to go back to where the harassment occurred. I attempted to be candid...https://anchor.fm/app]]>1557true59fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stark-conversations-sexual-harassment-part-1--53155728https://anchor.fm/app]]>b0925d54-6811-44fd-9713-26c9c0e07660Fri, 10 Mar 2023 07:11:35 +0000Heather StarkHello Friends, Trigger warning: this episode is about sexual harassment.  This episode is a two-parter and a bit different than the others. This is just me talking about an incident of sexual harassment that occurred not too long ago that has left me...https://anchor.fm/app]]>3310true58fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stark-conversations-with-z-raising-strong-daughters--53011465

What was something I got wrong? What did she need from me that I failed to give her?

What did I get right? What was the thing that I instilled in her that was most helpful?

In general, what do parents of girls need to keep in mind when raising strong confident daughters?

I think these conversations are important as we raise the next generation of feminists. When we can cross generational lines we become stronger advocates for one another. These talks keep us wise and grounded as we further the reach of feminism. Parents of littles, there will come a time when you look at your kids and think, who is this inspiring adult? How did I get so lucky? This convo is an example of how Z impresses me. I love the way she calls me to the carpet. These are important moments in the relationships of parent and child. As you listen, these conversations were released individually, please keep in mind these separate convos have been edited together for Stark Conversations. Energetic Indie Rock by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/rock-background-music/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app]]>fe072398-8749-4964-a741-696be42da36eThu, 23 Feb 2023 07:11:51 +0000Heather StarkHello Friends, Today I am re-releasing three conversations that I had two years ago with my daughter, Izzy. We recorded these conversations as a mini-podcast and released them on the Instagram account for my business Grace & Grit. However, I...

What was something I got wrong? What did she need from me that I failed to give her?

What did I get right? What was the thing that I instilled in her that was most helpful?

In general, what do parents of girls need to keep in mind when raising strong confident daughters?

I think these conversations are important as we raise the next generation of feminists. When we can cross generational lines we become stronger advocates for one another. These talks keep us wise and grounded as we further the reach of feminism. Parents of littles, there will come a time when you look at your kids and think, who is this inspiring adult? How did I get so lucky? This convo is an example of how Z impresses me. I love the way she calls me to the carpet. These are important moments in the relationships of parent and child. As you listen, these conversations were released individually, please keep in mind these separate convos have been edited together for Stark Conversations. Energetic Indie Rock by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/rock-background-music/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app]]>1375false57fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stark-conversations-with-maryam-montague-project-soar-morocco--53011120https://anchor.fm/app]]>4660dec7-565e-47b8-bacb-4045ea61cf95Thu, 16 Feb 2023 07:11:48 +0000Heather StarkHello friends and welcome back to another Stark Conversation. Today I am learning about a nonprofit in Morocco called Project Soar. It was founded by Maryam Montague. Maryam, a fierce feminist, shares with me how and why she started Project Soar. In...https://anchor.fm/app]]>2371false56fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stark-conversations-the-four-waves-of-feminism-with-dr-martha-rampton--53011535https://anchor.fm/app]]>43cd8e49-f021-4553-a638-6b82ba36c570Thu, 09 Feb 2023 07:11:03 +0000Heather StarkHello Friends,  Welcome back! This episode is Part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Martha Rampton. Today we are talking about waves 3 and 4 of Feminism. In particular, we discuss how the 3rd wave deconstructed the words slut and whore while reclaiming...https://anchor.fm/app]]>2496true55fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stark-conversations-with-dr-martha-rampton-the-four-waves-of-feminism-part-1--53011664https://anchor.fm/app]]>fc27910a-2c12-4290-9868-2825ccec0228Thu, 02 Feb 2023 07:11:52 +0000Heather StarkIf you are a history buff, then the next two episodes of Stark Conversations are for you. We are getting a lesson about the 4 waves of feminism with Dr. Martha Rampton! This episode is a two-parter because you simply can’t fit the history of feminism...https://anchor.fm/app]]>3547false54fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stark-conversations-with-dr-wendy-lucas-the-salem-witch-trials--53010855 The Salem Witch Trials.
 I wanted to include this topic on Stark Conversations because this is the apex of women being accused of nothing more than being women. 
Because there was no chanting, no curses cast, no brooms ridden. Instead, what we find are just people. Every day community members using their voices when wronged, dressing for themselves instead of society, breaking stereotypes, and challenging religious oppression. All topics that feminism embodies. All topics women are judged for in 2023.
The lessons we glean from the trials still resonate today. What are we actually doing when we judge others? Deem them as “weak souls,” decide they need Christianity and force testimony and religious doctrine on them? What damage are we inflicting when we make graceless assumptions instead of loving inquiries?
Although the Salem Witch Trials happened over 400 years ago, it feels as though humanity has only taken 10 steps forward. We are still judging women, dictating what they should and should not wear, demanding they yield to their husbands, telling them they are the “lesser” and “weaker” partner, and still telling them they are too much, too loud, and overreacting. 
Listen to my conversation with the energetic Dr. Wendy Lucas, Salem Witch Trial Extraordinaire, as she talks with me about this time in history. She answers all my questions and then some. We laugh in utter disbelief and empathize with those who were gaslit into believing they could be the devilish witch their neighbors accuse them of being. But most of all, we discuss the wisdom we can take from this confusing and painful time and use it to give humanity advocacy, equity, and healing.
Specifically, Dr. Lucas explains:  What circumstances led to accusations of witchcraft.  Why women were viewed as a necessary evil. If the afflicted girls were really having convulsions. The reasons why people, specifically women, were accused of witchcraft. Why gender roles and societal expectations are so crucial to Puritans. Moral Stewardship and how quickly it can get out of hand. The idea of a feminine soul How the trials ended. What amends were made to the accused? What lessons can we learn from this time in history?
Friends, I promise this is a good one. As always, if you enjoy it, please leave a review!  Energetic Indie Rock by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/rock-background-music/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app]]>e3d57343-e15e-4986-97f6-8bb9b3f0cc8fThu, 26 Jan 2023 07:11:01 +0000Heather StarkOh Friends,  This episode is a good one. It conjures up women dancing around bonfires, chanting, mixing positions, invoking curses and being gagged, bound, and hung.  The Salem Witch Trials.  I wanted to include this topic on Stark Conversations... The Salem Witch Trials.
 I wanted to include this topic on Stark Conversations because this is the apex of women being accused of nothing more than being women. 
Because there was no chanting, no curses cast, no brooms ridden. Instead, what we find are just people. Every day community members using their voices when wronged, dressing for themselves instead of society, breaking stereotypes, and challenging religious oppression. All topics that feminism embodies. All topics women are judged for in 2023.
The lessons we glean from the trials still resonate today. What are we actually doing when we judge others? Deem them as “weak souls,” decide they need Christianity and force testimony and religious doctrine on them? What damage are we inflicting when we make graceless assumptions instead of loving inquiries?
Although the Salem Witch Trials happened over 400 years ago, it feels as though humanity has only taken 10 steps forward. We are still judging women, dictating what they should and should not wear, demanding they yield to their husbands, telling them they are the “lesser” and “weaker” partner, and still telling them they are too much, too loud, and overreacting. 
Listen to my conversation with the energetic Dr. Wendy Lucas, Salem Witch Trial Extraordinaire, as she talks with me about this time in history. She answers all my questions and then some. We laugh in utter disbelief and empathize with those who were gaslit into believing they could be the devilish witch their neighbors accuse them of being. But most of all, we discuss the wisdom we can take from this confusing and painful time and use it to give humanity advocacy, equity, and healing.
Specifically, Dr. Lucas explains:  What circumstances led to accusations of witchcraft.  Why women were viewed as a necessary evil. If the afflicted girls were really having convulsions. The reasons why people, specifically women, were accused of witchcraft. Why gender roles and societal expectations are so crucial to Puritans. Moral Stewardship and how quickly it can get out of hand. The idea of a feminine soul How the trials ended. What amends were made to the accused? What lessons can we learn from this time in history?
Friends, I promise this is a good one. As always, if you enjoy it, please leave a review!  Energetic Indie Rock by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/rock-background-music/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app]]>4076false53fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-stark-conversation-on-feminist-theory-with-dr-analouise-keating--53011597 Friends,  This episode is one where we get to be students of Dr. AnaLouise Keating as she helps us understand the kaleidoscope of views that make up Feminist Theory. Dr. AnaLouise Keating is a wealth of intellect. She is one of those and/both spirits. She lives in the in-between, the gray spaces of life. Her work is proof of this.  I was drawn to her because of how she approaches feminism and its multiple layers. She observes how the paradoxes of feminism work or don't work together. Still, she is more interested in finding where they connect. Where the "like" experience is. She explains feminism and womanism and gives insight into the Intersectionality of Feminism with women of color and Queer Theory. She describes how we experience the world both from where we live and from inside our bodies. She beckons the communion and the divine of feminism while respecting the many viewpoints of it. Dr. Keating helps us understand how very layered true equality actually is.  She emphasizes to understand another's spirit, we must understand their lived experiences. This is a keystone value in the feminist way of life. Her ability to hold the paradoxes of humanity makes her a keystone feminist. 
Here are some timecodes to tune into: 4:49: Dr. Keating reminds us how feminism has many definitions. 6:06: We learn how feminism helps us look at the injustice in the world. 11:00: She helps us understand the differences and similarities between Womanist and/or Feminist. 14:12: She teaches us how to enter humanity's uncomfortable "border" spaces. 16:08: Dr. Keating explains Queer Theory and feminism. 18:18: We learn the advantage of living in the "In-between" or and/both areas of life. 20:36: We discuss how to resolve conflict from an and/both way of thinking as well as the pitfalls of defining ourselves by an "anti" or "not that" mentality. 24:43: Women are spiritual beings. YES, PLEASE! 31:37: We learn about Theory in the Flesh 33:15: Intersectionality of Feminism and why it needs understanding. 38:55 Dr. Keating tells us about her research on Indigenous People and feminism. She also discusses how Indigenous people living near Seneca Falls, NY, may have influenced our feminist foremothers during the suffrage movement.  This is an incredible conversation. Please pull up a chair and join us.
Energetic Indie Rock by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/rock-background-music/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app]]>a67b3df4-9424-4f04-8aa9-0304f5f3d811Wed, 18 Jan 2023 07:11:54 +0000Heather StarkFriends,  This episode is one where we get to be students of Dr. AnaLouise Keating as she helps us understand the kaleidoscope of views that make up Feminist Theory. Dr. AnaLouise Keating is a wealth of intellect. She is one of those and/both spirits.... Friends,  This episode is one where we get to be students of Dr. AnaLouise Keating as she helps us understand the kaleidoscope of views that make up Feminist Theory. Dr. AnaLouise Keating is a wealth of intellect. She is one of those and/both spirits. She lives in the in-between, the gray spaces of life. Her work is proof of this.  I was drawn to her because of how she approaches feminism and its multiple layers. She observes how the paradoxes of feminism work or don't work together. Still, she is more interested in finding where they connect. Where the "like" experience is. She explains feminism and womanism and gives insight into the Intersectionality of Feminism with women of color and Queer Theory. She describes how we experience the world both from where we live and from inside our bodies. She beckons the communion and the divine of feminism while respecting the many viewpoints of it. Dr. Keating helps us understand how very layered true equality actually is.  She emphasizes to understand another's spirit, we must understand their lived experiences. This is a keystone value in the feminist way of life. Her ability to hold the paradoxes of humanity makes her a keystone feminist. 
Here are some timecodes to tune into: 4:49: Dr. Keating reminds us how feminism has many definitions. 6:06: We learn how feminism helps us look at the injustice in the world. 11:00: She helps us understand the differences and similarities between Womanist and/or Feminist. 14:12: She teaches us how to enter humanity's uncomfortable "border" spaces. 16:08: Dr. Keating explains Queer Theory and feminism. 18:18: We learn the advantage of living in the "In-between" or and/both areas of life. 20:36: We discuss how to resolve conflict from an and/both way of thinking as well as the pitfalls of defining ourselves by an "anti" or "not that" mentality. 24:43: Women are spiritual beings. YES, PLEASE! 31:37: We learn about Theory in the Flesh 33:15: Intersectionality of Feminism and why it needs understanding. 38:55 Dr. Keating tells us about her research on Indigenous People and feminism. She also discusses how Indigenous people living near Seneca Falls, NY, may have influenced our feminist foremothers during the suffrage movement.  This is an incredible conversation. Please pull up a chair and join us.
Energetic Indie Rock by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/rock-background-music/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app]]>2745false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stark-conversations-with-jodi-bondi-norgaard-feminism-101--53012265https://anchor.fm/app]]>ab8d92f5-3cde-4945-98e5-3dcb7582959aWed, 11 Jan 2023 06:00:36 +0000Heather StarkYou know the moment when the vulnerability pays off? When you get the ask, and relief floods your system? That was the gift that Jodi Bondi Norgaard gave me. I have followed this feminist for years, quietly liking her posts, pursuing her website and...https://anchor.fm/app]]>3451false11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stark-conversations-trailer--53011990 Energetic Indie Rock by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/rock-background-music/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app]]>7bf62fb7-9293-4b6a-bd84-070cf7955336Sat, 31 Dec 2022 06:00:00 +0000Heather StarkHello Friends! We are changing things up here and going in a different direction. We are still amplifying women's voices but taking things a little deeper by exploring the very movement that has given women back their power so that they can tell their... Energetic Indie Rock by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/rock-background-music/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app]]>119falsetrailerhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beauty-conversations-with-bops-and-z-let-s-talk-fashion--53012226https://anchor.fm/app]]>1b8811b3-d412-4dff-9bdd-07d71656c95cWed, 21 Dec 2022 06:00:16 +0000Heather StarkThis is our last Beauty Conversations and, of course, we saved the best for last. In this episode, we discuss fashion, clothing sizes, and our bodies. Then at the end, I interview my sweet niece Maggie, who, although eight years old, maybe the wisest...https://anchor.fm/app]]>3713truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beauty-conversations-with-bops-and-z-lets-talk-hair--53012214https://anchor.fm/app]]>83063b18-68ec-4dba-986d-a411da19b6a4Wed, 14 Dec 2022 06:00:22 +0000Heather StarkWe are continuing our talk about beauty culture and my new book, Her Story: A Heartfelt and Hilarious Conversation About Why Beauty Milestones Should Be Options and Not Expectations.  Today we are talking about hair. Why we choose the styles we do,...https://anchor.fm/app]]>2671falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beauty-conversations-with-bops-and-z-makeup--53012061https://anchor.fm/app]]>c2599e68-e742-4592-9f2b-f1e4449a435aThu, 10 Nov 2022 12:00:59 +0000Heather StarkJoin the conversation as host Heather interviews her mother, Bops, and daughter, Z, about the beauty culture topics she writes about in her new book, Her Story- A Heartfelt and Hilarious Conversation About Why Beauty Milestones Are Options and Not...https://anchor.fm/app]]>1493falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-mini-podcast-series-beauty-conversations-with-bops-and-z-an-introduction-to-beauty-culture--53010876https://anchor.fm/app]]>32648bcf-0f34-46e3-b120-7c8f832fe572Thu, 03 Nov 2022 17:13:07 +0000Heather StarkHello! I am taking a break from my regular podcast to do a bit of book promotion. I wrote a book, and it comes out on Friday, November 4th. It's called Her Story: a Heartfelt and Hilarious Conversation About Why Beauty Milestones Are OPTIONS and Not...https://anchor.fm/app]]>1171falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-is-marci-nothing-is-forever--53011495https://anchor.fm/app]]>5f237dff-37c1-4342-a37c-4ae7bb44bd03Fri, 29 Jul 2022 03:38:29 +0000Heather StarkMeet Marcie Marie. A joyful, wise spirit whose honest stories and insights about her time in a Texas prison have taken TikTok by storm. Marci is blunt, authentic, and determined to use her story as a way to advocate for prison reform. Follow her...https://anchor.fm/app]]>3282false528fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jules-and-stace-a-salty-perseverance-part-2--53011635https://anchor.fm/app]]>e212975a-eace-450b-bdee-9c998b05c90dMon, 30 May 2022 05:00:48 +0000Heather StarkJules Weldon and Stace Pierce are the Co-Presidents of O.M.E. Gear, an innovative outdoor gear company. They have won multiple awards and competitions, but their story lies beyond the company—it's one filled with entrepreneur angst, hardships,...https://anchor.fm/app]]>1803false527fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jules-and-stace-a-salty-perseverance-part-1--53012200https://anchor.fm/app]]>8a444935-c7c9-4a18-90a8-55e78c8e5825Sun, 22 May 2022 05:00:45 +0000Heather StarkJules Weldon and Stace Pierce are the Co-Presidents of O.M.E. Gear, an innovative outdoor gear company. They have won multiple awards and competitions, but their story lies beyond the company—it's one filled with entrepreneur angst, hardships,...https://anchor.fm/app]]>2365false526fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-is-heather-on-the-other-side--53012220 Heather Loeb is a mental health advocate and creator of Unruly Neurons, a blog dedicated to eradicating the stigma attached to mental illness. Heather, who struggles with depression, anxiety and an eating disorder, lives in Corpus Christi with her husband, two children and five cats. She also has a mental health column in the Corpus Christi Caller-Times and is the Communications Manager for NAMI Greater Corpus Christi. Read more about Heather at www.unrulyneurons.com Heather speaks my language. After years of struggle with depression and anxiety, she found she could no longer be silent after the death of Kate Spade. Heather felt angry at the negative stigmas surrounding mental health and how it shames many into an unhealthy silence. Heather has unleashed her voice and speaks her truth. In this podcast, she shares her low points, her experience with Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), and how she made it through to the other side.
--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app]]>48992aab-f7ea-425c-b324-c29bfad3b2c1Thu, 12 May 2022 11:00:37 +0000Heather StarkMay is Mental Health Awareness Month. Trigger warming. This episode is about mental illness and we talk about suicide. If you or somebody you know needs help please call the suicide prevention hotline at 800-273-8255. Heather Loeb is a mental health... Heather Loeb is a mental health advocate and creator of Unruly Neurons, a blog dedicated to eradicating the stigma attached to mental illness. Heather, who struggles with depression, anxiety and an eating disorder, lives in Corpus Christi with her husband, two children and five cats. She also has a mental health column in the Corpus Christi Caller-Times and is the Communications Manager for NAMI Greater Corpus Christi. Read more about Heather at www.unrulyneurons.com Heather speaks my language. After years of struggle with depression and anxiety, she found she could no longer be silent after the death of Kate Spade. Heather felt angry at the negative stigmas surrounding mental health and how it shames many into an unhealthy silence. Heather has unleashed her voice and speaks her truth. In this podcast, she shares her low points, her experience with Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), and how she made it through to the other side.
--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app]]>1331false25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-is-esme-layers-of-a-mask--53012588https://anchor.fm/app]]>3a186dc2-0c48-45c2-b125-60dd49f873faThu, 05 May 2022 10:44:02 +0000Heather StarkTrigger Warning- this episode deals with depression and suicide. If you are struggling and need help, please call the suicide hotline at 800-273-8255. Esmé Spock is a married mother of one. She is an animal rescue advocate who loves makeup, painting...https://anchor.fm/app]]>2103false524fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-is-celina--530125284fd2db31-f789-4469-b264-be7c391c2595Fri, 19 Nov 2021 06:00:00 +0000Heather StarkCelina is the type of woman who fights for the rights of others. She openly accepts that everyone comes with a story, baggage, and the desire to be heard. Celina is a criminal defense attorney who believes that everyone deserves someone in their...2583false423fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-is-tina--53012622https://anchor.fm/app]]>6c81ce81-b48b-4bf7-9cbd-6476c731281cTue, 09 Nov 2021 06:00:00 +0000Heather StarkThis is Tina. She is a fun-spirited feminist that knows how to inspire and uplift. She is here is to change the conversation about victim-blaming and shaming, especially when women do it to each other!  Tina is a Podcaster, Interviewer, NLP...https://anchor.fm/app]]>2367false244fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anya-for-short--53011529https://anchor.fm/app]]>572766aa-1796-4b8d-aa27-b2f5e0e583baSun, 24 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000Heather StarkMeet Anastacia Olympia D Short, a drag queen and self-proclaimed goddess who desires to live her truth. Anastacia (aka Anya For Short) has autism and struggles with anxiety. She is bisexual, secretly dresses in drag, and still lives at home with very...https://anchor.fm/app]]>1741true924fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/for-me-deconstructing-beauty-part-2--53012049https://anchor.fm/app]]>2f42f9fe-da31-4347-9fcd-a0598dc8f5b9Sun, 17 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000Heather StarkWelcome back to Part 2 of For Me. Heather continues her conversation with Charli Roanhaus about how she has been deconstructing society's idea of beauty. Charli shares her definition of beauty and heads up- we talk briefly about shapewear and high...https://anchor.fm/app]]>1671false323fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/for-me-part-1-2--53010948https://anchor.fm/app]]>fb45b50f-dfae-4c5b-8609-9a2dc17d03b9Mon, 11 Oct 2021 10:35:07 +0000Heather StarkJoin host Heather as she interviews Charli Roanhaus, host of The Growing True podcast. For the past five years, Charli has been deconstructing society's idea of beauty. When she was younger, she chased others' definitions of beauty, which always left...https://anchor.fm/app]]>2286false222fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-stand-with-her--53011571https://anchor.fm/app]]>c53078ef-5442-4997-a63c-629bcbb973e2Wed, 06 Oct 2021 19:45:39 +0000Heather StarkI asked, and you answered. After Texas passed its Heartbeat Law, I asked people to share their stories about abortion. I felt as though no one had given space to the very people this law seemed to affect. I wanted to expose the arguments people give...https://anchor.fm/app]]>1011true322fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beauty-is-freedom--53010974 *Music- Dance Around the Campfire by Julias H --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app]]>c4cb27f3-11c4-46a2-acd3-253fc08df71aSun, 08 Aug 2021 13:50:50 +0000Heather StarkMeet Tristan, an energetic spirit who is on a quest to help women step into their own ideas of beauty. From an early age, Tristan believed that the definition of beautiful was thin, blonde, and boobs that would attract the boys, but there was a catch.... *Music- Dance Around the Campfire by Julias H --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app]]>3226true32fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-story-of-spirituality--53012260https://anchor.fm/app]]>44a198d6-4a20-4816-b63c-d83d05c8154cMon, 12 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0000Heather Stark"I wanted to be the best little Christian girl." This line makes many of us who grew up in the south wince. When you meet someone in the south, one of the first questions asked is, "Where do you go to church." Christianity is a lifestyle with heavy...https://anchor.fm/app]]>2391false317fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/season-2-episode-5-the-story-of-vulnerability-and-courage--45140442
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/heather-stark4/support]]>464d926b-a710-4652-a0f2-468f7c9d0712Thu, 29 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0000Heather StarkJulia Walsh shares her story of surviving sex trafficking. Trigger warning: topics in this episode include sex trafficking, adoption, family stressors, abuse, manipulation, and PTSD --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/heather-stark4/support
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/heather-stark4/support]]>06f66c1d-67f3-4078-bc3d-8f7e502afb9dThu, 15 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0000Heather StarkLearn how processing and metabolizing our stories is a powerful healer. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/heather-stark4/support
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/heather-stark4/support]]>acaf9437-4560-4969-a9cb-f5b39e7a09f8Wed, 14 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0000Heather StarkHeather briefly explains why she pushed pause on the podcast, how she has triumphed, and what is in store for Season 2 of This is Me. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/heather-stark4/support
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/heather-stark4/support]]>e908e79b-b4bd-4d2e-b6fa-51932fada583Tue, 31 Jul 2018 03:16:00 +0000Heather StarkSometimes the only way to move forward is to look back. I know this is contrary to what you've heard time and time again, but it's true. Looking back at our own stories helps us become aware of why we make certain choices and recognize coping habits...
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In this episode, my husband Lanham and I talk about how *my* story is actually *our* story. We've been married more than 20 years and he's seen me through my hardest and darkest times. He's the one that saw the potential in my struggles and encouraged me to turn them into a story of empowerment. Now, 3 businesses later, my story has turned a corner and it's all about impacting other women in a positive way. Listen as Lanham and I talk about how *we* got here.

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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/heather-stark4/support]]>a2c894ca-0a70-40e1-98e1-64daae16e470Tue, 05 Jun 2018 04:38:00 +0000Heather StarkFacing your own story can be difficult. Sometimes you need a solid supporter - the one that sees all the moments of your struggle, never judges, always encourages and helps pull you through to a better place. That person actually becomes part of your...
In this episode, my husband Lanham and I talk about how *my* story is actually *our* story. We've been married more than 20 years and he's seen me through my hardest and darkest times. He's the one that saw the potential in my struggles and encouraged me to turn them into a story of empowerment. Now, 3 businesses later, my story has turned a corner and it's all about impacting other women in a positive way. Listen as Lanham and I talk about how *we* got here.

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**Trigger warning:** I use some terms that could be problematic for those with any history with over-exercise, body dysmorphia or eating disorder.

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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/heather-stark4/support]]>39648544-8e25-4a28-b4ea-428983ecedc3Sun, 13 May 2018 15:00:00 +0000Heather StarkHave you ever hit a breaking point, a true rock-bottom moment when you knew things had to change? I’ve felt compelled to dive deeper into my experience with mental illness. In this podcast, I talk about my breaking point – the moment “broken” reached...
**Trigger warning:** I use some terms that could be problematic for those with any history with over-exercise, body dysmorphia or eating disorder.

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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/heather-stark4/support]]>42de016b-62c6-4603-b9c6-07b01c23b6c1Mon, 01 Jan 2018 17:57:00 +0000Heather StarkEvery woman has a unique story that guides her life, and every woman has a right to share theirs. When you own your story, it gives permission to the next generation to share theirs. Ladies, This is Me is a safe space and it is time to dive in. Grab...
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