https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/listening-while-living--6076315 Listening While Living Podcast! Here we explore ourselves and the world around us through curious conversations, self-reflections, mindfulness, and a lot of laughs. This a podcast that encorauges you to tune in and actively listen while living!]]>enSelf-ImprovementCopyright ListeningWhileLivinghttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9bdcca853b212fc0384a9728a805efde.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/listening-while-living--6076315Tue, 25 Aug 2026 01:21:04 +0000ListeningWhileLivingListeningWhileLivinglwlpodcast17@gmail.comWelcome to the Listening While Living Podcast! Here we explore ourselves and the world around us through curious conversations, self-reflections, mindfulness, and a lot of laughs. This a podcast that encorauges you to tune in and actively listen while... Listening While Living Podcast! Here we explore ourselves and the world around us through curious conversations, self-reflections, mindfulness, and a lot of laughs. This a podcast that encorauges you to tune in and actively listen while living!]]>falseabc11a17-0606-5d1b-a7dd-35f08138561depisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/summer-shenanigans--74671579



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@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere







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@zenzen.wright

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74671579Tue, 25 Aug 2026 01:20:47 +0000ListeningWhileLivingA small summer update interrupted  by an unexpected lizard chase.  Connect w/ Shorty https://www.instagram.com/listeningwhileliving?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== https://www.instagram.com/shorty__ovathere/...



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@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere







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@zenzen.wright

]]>2305false216fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sharing-is-caring-ft-nhi-sha-way--73348281I want to die knowing I shared everything I was supposed to. The ability to share your gifts should never be taken lightly but  sometimes we let fear and uncertainty keep us from doing just that. Today Nhi'Sha and I get into growing more comfortable sharing ourselves with the world and everything that comes with it. 




Connect w/ Nhi'Sha
@theartofgodslove 

Listen to Nhi'Sha’s single ‘Golden’
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Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere


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@zenzen.wright]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73348281Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:58:33 +0000ListeningWhileLivingI want to die knowing I shared everything I was supposed to. The ability to share your gifts should never be taken lightly but  sometimes we let fear and uncertainty keep us from doing just that. Today Nhi'Sha and I get into growing more comfortable...I want to die knowing I shared everything I was supposed to. The ability to share your gifts should never be taken lightly but  sometimes we let fear and uncertainty keep us from doing just that. Today Nhi'Sha and I get into growing more comfortable sharing ourselves with the world and everything that comes with it. 




Connect w/ Nhi'Sha
@theartofgodslove 

Listen to Nhi'Sha’s single ‘Golden’
Click here 

Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere


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@zenzen.wright]]>3672false215fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/revenge-of-the-whimsical-blk-woman-ft-carmmonet--73017167Living authentically is a journey and there are times where you question if your natural state of being is "wrong". You’ll think that maybe giving up a part of yourself will grant you peace and safety.. but that's a lie. Eventually you realize it's a trap and giving up your light/ whimsy is THE LAST thing you should be doing. In fact, shining even BRIGHTER  is the best revenge towards anyone or anything that told you to be less! Today Carmen and I get into our journey’s saving & protecting our light. Grab a seat, get some tissue, and let's get into it!





Connect w/ Carmen
@carmmonet 

Carmen’s Youtube 

TikTok 


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@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

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@zenzen.wright]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73017167Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:13:14 +0000ListeningWhileLivingLiving authentically is a journey and there are times where you question if your natural state of being is "wrong". You’ll think that maybe giving up a part of yourself will grant you peace and safety.. but that's a lie. Eventually you realize it's a...Living authentically is a journey and there are times where you question if your natural state of being is "wrong". You’ll think that maybe giving up a part of yourself will grant you peace and safety.. but that's a lie. Eventually you realize it's a trap and giving up your light/ whimsy is THE LAST thing you should be doing. In fact, shining even BRIGHTER  is the best revenge towards anyone or anything that told you to be less! Today Carmen and I get into our journey’s saving & protecting our light. Grab a seat, get some tissue, and let's get into it!





Connect w/ Carmen
@carmmonet 

Carmen’s Youtube 

TikTok 


Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

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@zenzen.wright]]>4399false214fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shhhh-my-show-is-onn-ft-taylorbee--72839317Shhh!!! My show is onnnn! Today we are accompanied by Memphis multi-creative Taylor Bee! We get into our favorite shows/ movies and how they've inspired our lives & our art.



Movie Recommendation
 BlackTreeTv
Black Sister’s Revenge(Emma Mae)

Book Recommendation
 Love In Color

Connect w/ Taylor
@taylordbee
@buzzxbunny
@bee_discog
@bythebeeproductions 

 Click Here
Taylor’s Linktree



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@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

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@zenzen.wright]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72839317Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:56:51 +0000ListeningWhileLivingShhh!!! My show is onnnn! Today we are accompanied by Memphis multi-creative Taylor Bee! We get into our favorite shows/ movies and how they've inspired our lives & our art. Movie Recommendation...Shhh!!! My show is onnnn! Today we are accompanied by Memphis multi-creative Taylor Bee! We get into our favorite shows/ movies and how they've inspired our lives & our art.



Movie Recommendation
 BlackTreeTv
Black Sister’s Revenge(Emma Mae)

Book Recommendation
 Love In Color

Connect w/ Taylor
@taylordbee
@buzzxbunny
@bee_discog
@bythebeeproductions 

 Click Here
Taylor’s Linktree



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@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

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@zenzen.wright]]>3625false213fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-new-comes-in-old-comes-out--70207998
Sometimes newness can trigger oldness......that's not a word but you know what I mean. 





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@shorty__ovathere



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@zenzen.wright]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70207998Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:42:41 +0000ListeningWhileLivingSometimes newness can trigger oldness......that's not a word but you know what I mean.  Connect w/ Shorty https://www.instagram.com/listeningwhileliving?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==...
Sometimes newness can trigger oldness......that's not a word but you know what I mean. 





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@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere



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@zenzen.wright]]>1926false212fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-you-believe-in-magic--69867585
This isn't a how-to manual... it's a reminder.

Song Mentioned

Magic- Ariel J 



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@zenzen.wright]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69867585Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:51:56 +0000ListeningWhileLivingThis isn't a how-to manual... it's a reminder. Song Mentioned https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mr9eYeEwluY Connect w/ Shorty https://www.instagram.com/listeningwhileliving?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==...
This isn't a how-to manual... it's a reminder.

Song Mentioned

Magic- Ariel J 



Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere



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@zenzen.wright]]>521false211fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/junkdrawer-segment-showing-up-sick--69725872
Nothing screams dedication  like showing up sick right.........wassup ya'll lets chat .











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@shorty__ovathere

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 @zenzen.wright

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69725872Sun, 01 Feb 2026 21:53:32 +0000ListeningWhileLivingNothing screams dedication  like showing up sick right.........wassup ya'll lets chat . Connect w/ Shorty https://www.instagram.com/listeningwhileliving?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==...
Nothing screams dedication  like showing up sick right.........wassup ya'll lets chat .











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@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

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]]>1342false210fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/did-you-mean-what-you-said-ft-nalyk--68715506To be a real lover of words is to say what you mean & mean what you say. In today’s episode Nalyk and I are discussing the weight of our words and the responsibility that comes with knowing our words can shift people,places, & things. Plus we get into top 5 rapper discussions. 
P.S. I definitely have changed my picks…. But that’s for another episode.. another day 







Connect w/ Nalyk
 @nalyk__
@_kyyy.2x
@nalykeyephotography
@nalykmusic
@sacranome




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@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

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 @zenzen.wright

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68715506Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:27:54 +0000ListeningWhileLivingTo be a real lover of words is to say what you mean & mean what you say. In today’s episode Nalyk and I are discussing the weight of our words and the responsibility that comes with knowing our words can shift people,places, & things. Plus we...To be a real lover of words is to say what you mean & mean what you say. In today’s episode Nalyk and I are discussing the weight of our words and the responsibility that comes with knowing our words can shift people,places, & things. Plus we get into top 5 rapper discussions. 
P.S. I definitely have changed my picks…. But that’s for another episode.. another day 







Connect w/ Nalyk
 @nalyk__
@_kyyy.2x
@nalykeyephotography
@nalykmusic
@sacranome




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@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

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 @zenzen.wright

]]>3505false29fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-the-word-nerd-ft-gamersnationent--68486865 NAME 5 ANIME SHOWS!!! QUICK! 5 SECONDS!.....






Connect w/ GamersNation
IG   @gamersnationent
Tiktok   @gamersnationent

Join the Discord 
Click here --- Discord

Attention!!!!
When you join, head to the welcome section first — that’s where you’ll see all the info and rules.Then pop into the #introduce-yourself channel and tell us who you are, your gamer tag, and what games you’re into!



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@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere



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@zenzen.wright]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68486865Mon, 10 Nov 2025 09:20:26 +0000ListeningWhileLiving NAME 5 ANIME SHOWS!!! QUICK! 5 SECONDS!..... Connect w/ GamersNation IG   https://www.instagram.com/gamersnationent/ Tiktok  https://www.tiktok.com/@gamersnationent Join the Discord  Click here --- https://discord.com/invite/kVsugcuaYW... NAME 5 ANIME SHOWS!!! QUICK! 5 SECONDS!.....






Connect w/ GamersNation
IG   @gamersnationent
Tiktok   @gamersnationent

Join the Discord 
Click here --- Discord

Attention!!!!
When you join, head to the welcome section first — that’s where you’ll see all the info and rules.Then pop into the #introduce-yourself channel and tell us who you are, your gamer tag, and what games you’re into!



Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere



Music Intro:
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@zenzen.wright]]>3022false28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/has-the-world-made-you-weird--68005015 I refuse to let this world take me out of my element … in today’s episode I’m sharing my reflections on some of the  situations and enviroments that have almost driven me to be weird with them. I also share how keeping my heart open & receptive has lead me to some beautful experiences along with a few of the community events I’ve been participating in lately.






Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere




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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68005015Fri, 03 Oct 2025 22:08:55 +0000ListeningWhileLiving I refuse to let this world take me out of my element … in today’s episode I’m sharing my reflections on some of the  situations and enviroments that have almost driven me to be weird with them. I also share how keeping my heart open & receptive... I refuse to let this world take me out of my element … in today’s episode I’m sharing my reflections on some of the  situations and enviroments that have almost driven me to be weird with them. I also share how keeping my heart open & receptive has lead me to some beautful experiences along with a few of the community events I’ve been participating in lately.






Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere




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 @zenzen.wright
]]>1828false27fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dang-that-s-how-you-see-me--67607475 In today’s episode I talk about my views on being perceived and how I’ve handled having some boundaries that aren’t always taken well.





Connect w/ Shorty

@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere



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@zenzen.wright]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67607475Wed, 03 Sep 2025 03:10:29 +0000ListeningWhileLiving In today’s episode I talk about my views on being perceived and how I’ve handled having some boundaries that aren’t always taken well. Connect w/ Shorty... In today’s episode I talk about my views on being perceived and how I’ve handled having some boundaries that aren’t always taken well.





Connect w/ Shorty

@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere



Music Intro:
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@zenzen.wright]]>1516false26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/connecting-the-dots-ft-dante-hoskins--66596111We back with another one!   On the last episode Dante and I ironically spoke about some topics that would end up being in the movie Sinners. We didn’t know it at the time but we were definitely on similar wavelengths as the movie. Today we’re connecting the dots from the movie to real life. 

Connect w / Dante @froggieinahoodie

 Linktree---click here---

The Lilypad Porch Chat Podcast

Check out the latest chapter of  Eat Kings  on Patreon
Or check it out of Webtoons-----------click here------------




Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

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@zenzen.wright]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66596111Mon, 23 Jun 2025 06:15:05 +0000ListeningWhileLivingWe back with another one!   On the last episode Dante and I ironically spoke about some topics that would end up being in the movie Sinners. We didn’t know it at the time but we were definitely on similar wavelengths as the movie. Today we’re...We back with another one!   On the last episode Dante and I ironically spoke about some topics that would end up being in the movie Sinners. We didn’t know it at the time but we were definitely on similar wavelengths as the movie. Today we’re connecting the dots from the movie to real life. 

Connect w / Dante @froggieinahoodie

 Linktree---click here---

The Lilypad Porch Chat Podcast

Check out the latest chapter of  Eat Kings  on Patreon
Or check it out of Webtoons-----------click here------------




Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

Music Intro: 
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@zenzen.wright]]>2764false25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-first-time-i-woke-up-ft-dante-hoskins--65922963Now n’ days the word “woke” is seen in many  ways; some view it as a badge of honor while others have a stigma about it. Today Dante and I are giving our interpretation of the word along with experiences that drove us to be “woke” in the first place.



Connect w / Dante 
@froggieinahoodie

 Linktree---click here---

The Lilypad Porch Chat Podcast

Support and read the Eat Kings comics
-----------click here------------

Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

Music Intro:
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@zenzen.wright
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65922963Mon, 12 May 2025 09:36:04 +0000ListeningWhileLivingNow n’ days the word “woke” is seen in many  ways; some view it as a badge of honor while others have a stigma about it. Today Dante and I are giving our interpretation of the word along with experiences that drove us to be “woke” in the first place....Now n’ days the word “woke” is seen in many  ways; some view it as a badge of honor while others have a stigma about it. Today Dante and I are giving our interpretation of the word along with experiences that drove us to be “woke” in the first place.



Connect w / Dante 
@froggieinahoodie

 Linktree---click here---

The Lilypad Porch Chat Podcast

Support and read the Eat Kings comics
-----------click here------------

Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

Music Intro:
Click here ---Soundcloud 
@zenzen.wright
]]>3857false24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/junkdrawer-segment-the-most-cliche-be-the-realest--65786344In today’s episode  I’m sharing some things I’ve noticed going through my 20-somethings. Yess.. it’s cliche but it’s real. 






Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere



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 @zenzen.wright]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65786344Mon, 28 Apr 2025 23:36:33 +0000ListeningWhileLivingIn today’s episode  I’m sharing some things I’ve noticed going through my 20-somethings. Yess.. it’s cliche but it’s real.  Connect w/ Shorty...In today’s episode  I’m sharing some things I’ve noticed going through my 20-somethings. Yess.. it’s cliche but it’s real. 






Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere



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 @zenzen.wright]]>3153false23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/moving-with-intention-ft-sumotheartist--65385808What does speaking and colors have in common? Intention. And whether you realize it or not there is a meaning/motive to everything we do. In today's episode Sumo and I are diving into a few things we're intentional about. 

Host Info:
Connect w/ Sumo
@sumo.theartist
@thisisintentional
Linktree/Music---- Click Here ----


Poetry lover?Tap in w/ Keeping it P
@wekeepingitp
Linktree---- Click Here ----

Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

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@zenzen.wright
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65385808Mon, 14 Apr 2025 06:35:40 +0000ListeningWhileLivingWhat does speaking and colors have in common? Intention. And whether you realize it or not there is a meaning/motive to everything we do. In today's episode Sumo and I are diving into a few things we're intentional about.  Host Info: Connect w/ Sumo...What does speaking and colors have in common? Intention. And whether you realize it or not there is a meaning/motive to everything we do. In today's episode Sumo and I are diving into a few things we're intentional about. 

Host Info:
Connect w/ Sumo
@sumo.theartist
@thisisintentional
Linktree/Music---- Click Here ----


Poetry lover?Tap in w/ Keeping it P
@wekeepingitp
Linktree---- Click Here ----

Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

Music Intro:Click here ---Soundcloud 
@zenzen.wright
]]>3300false22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-season-means-new-season--65271651Springtime is here! We’re in a new season in more than one way. Let’s dust ourselves off & remember the mission! I missed yall lets get into it.  



Host Info:Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

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 @zenzen.wright

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65271651Tue, 01 Apr 2025 07:34:38 +0000ListeningWhileLivingSpringtime is here! We’re in a new season in more than one way. Let’s dust ourselves off & remember the mission! I missed yall lets get into it.   Host Info:Connect w/ Shorty...Springtime is here! We’re in a new season in more than one way. Let’s dust ourselves off & remember the mission! I missed yall lets get into it.  



Host Info:Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

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 @zenzen.wright

]]>1456false21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-year-old-lessons--63525546





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@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere




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@zenzen.wright]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63525546Tue, 31 Dec 2024 13:02:41 +0000ListeningWhileLiving I couldn't let the year end without a proper "see you later".  Host Info: Connect w/ Shorty https://www.instagram.com/listeningwhileliving?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==...





 Host Info:
Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere




Music Intro:
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@zenzen.wright]]>967false119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/junkdrawer-segment-2--62534761

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@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62534761Mon, 28 Oct 2024 22:28:50 +0000ListeningWhileLivingHey Yalllll let's uh.....let's get a lil transparent shall we.  Host Info: Connect w/ Shorty https://www.instagram.com/listeningwhileliving?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== https://www.instagram.com/shorty__ovathere/...

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@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

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]]>2127false118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rest-regroup-never-retreat--62095139






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@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

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@zenzen.wright]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62095139Mon, 30 Sep 2024 06:54:00 +0000ListeningWhileLivingToday's episode is more like a love letter. I created this poem for those times when the journey gets rough and we have those doubts. Don't take these words as you should never rest and you need to "keep grinding" til worn out... Please rest.. please...






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@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

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@zenzen.wright]]>161false117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-re-thinking-small-you-need-to-think-big-b-think-big-b--62029132 A healthy balance of delusion and romance is good for the soul. In today's episode I discuss why I believe that seeing beyond just sight can help us appreciate this life a little bit more. 












Videos on romance and delusion:

How Gen Z’s ‘delulu’ culture impacts their reality | Justine Danielle Reyes |

 TEDxADMUHISTORY OF IDEAS - Romanticism

Book Recommendation:
 The Spirit of Intimacy




  Find the questions we asked on the Instagram Page
 (@ListeningWhileLiving)


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@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

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@zenzen.wright
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62029132Thu, 19 Sep 2024 15:44:32 +0000ListeningWhileLiving A healthy balance of delusion and romance is good for the soul. In today's episode I discuss why I believe that seeing beyond just sight can help us appreciate this life a little bit more.  Videos on romance and delusion:... A healthy balance of delusion and romance is good for the soul. In today's episode I discuss why I believe that seeing beyond just sight can help us appreciate this life a little bit more. 












Videos on romance and delusion:

How Gen Z’s ‘delulu’ culture impacts their reality | Justine Danielle Reyes |

 TEDxADMUHISTORY OF IDEAS - Romanticism

Book Recommendation:
 The Spirit of Intimacy




  Find the questions we asked on the Instagram Page
 (@ListeningWhileLiving)


 Host Info:
Connect w/ Shorty
@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere

Music Intro:
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@zenzen.wright
]]>2307false116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-story-behind-the-style-ft-yaz--61209985No matter how hard you try you can’t buy personal style. From our clothes to our hair every style has a backstory. Today Yaz and I are getting into how we grew into our own and all the backlash that came with it.




  Find the Questions we asked on Instagram Page 
(@ListeningWhileLiving)


 Guest info:
Connect w/ Yaz
@nimsay.ss
@neptunesjkyd

Host Info:
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@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere


Music Intro:
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@zenzen.wright

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61209985Mon, 02 Sep 2024 05:53:08 +0000ListeningWhileLivingNo matter how hard you try you can’t buy personal style. From our clothes to our hair every style has a backstory. Today Yaz and I are getting into how we grew into our own and all the backlash that came with it.   Find the Questions we asked on...No matter how hard you try you can’t buy personal style. From our clothes to our hair every style has a backstory. Today Yaz and I are getting into how we grew into our own and all the backlash that came with it.




  Find the Questions we asked on Instagram Page 
(@ListeningWhileLiving)


 Guest info:
Connect w/ Yaz
@nimsay.ss
@neptunesjkyd

Host Info:
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@listeningwhileliving
@shorty__ovathere


Music Intro:
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@zenzen.wright

]]>4444false115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-yo-groove--61030952Keeping up with the Joneses will always have you out here chasing somebody else's dreams/desires and that’s never been sustainable..Let's discuss it. 








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@listeningwhileliving
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61030952Mon, 19 Aug 2024 18:59:14 +0000ListeningWhileLivingKeeping up with the Joneses will always have you out here chasing somebody else's dreams/desires and that’s never been sustainable..Let's discuss it.  Host Info: Connect w/...Keeping up with the Joneses will always have you out here chasing somebody else's dreams/desires and that’s never been sustainable..Let's discuss it. 








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]]>854false114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/junkdrawer-segment--60929774Wassup yall long time no hear.. definitely was not a part of the plan but WE BACK and I have a new segment I want to introduce to yall. Lets see how this goes cause this was not very Virgo rising of me but it is very Aries of me.. let's get into it.






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@zenzen.wright]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60929774Mon, 05 Aug 2024 21:57:08 +0000ListeningWhileLivingWassup yall long time no hear.. definitely was not a part of the plan but WE BACK and I have a new segment I want to introduce to yall. Lets see how this goes cause this was not very Virgo rising of me but it is very Aries of me.. let's get into it....Wassup yall long time no hear.. definitely was not a part of the plan but WE BACK and I have a new segment I want to introduce to yall. Lets see how this goes cause this was not very Virgo rising of me but it is very Aries of me.. let's get into it.






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@zenzen.wright]]>1161false113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rewire--60490440Hey ya"ll happy Monday so in today's episode we're keeping it short and sweet. I'm going to be reciting one of my poems. I hope you enjoy and try to stay cool it's been hotter than the devils booty crack outside! See ya'll next episode love ya!








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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60490440Mon, 24 Jun 2024 14:29:49 +0000ListeningWhileLivingHey ya"ll happy Monday so in today's episode we're keeping it short and sweet. I'm going to be reciting one of my poems. I hope you enjoy and try to stay cool it's been hotter than the devils booty crack outside! See ya'll next episode love ya!...Hey ya"ll happy Monday so in today's episode we're keeping it short and sweet. I'm going to be reciting one of my poems. I hope you enjoy and try to stay cool it's been hotter than the devils booty crack outside! See ya'll next episode love ya!








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]]>181false112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-age-really-just-a-number-ft-starpendent--60329378In today’s episode we’re talking numbers ... .specifically age and all the assumptions and expectations that can come with how old or young a person is. 


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 @zenzen.wright]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60329378Mon, 10 Jun 2024 19:42:28 +0000ListeningWhileLiving In today’s episode we’re talking numbers ... .specifically age and all the assumptions and expectations that can come with how old or young a person is.    Find the Questions we asked on Instagram Page ...In today’s episode we’re talking numbers ... .specifically age and all the assumptions and expectations that can come with how old or young a person is. 


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 @zenzen.wright]]>3696false111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-can-run-but-you-can-t-hide-from-yourself--60168097 You keep trying to run from yourself not even realizing your on a hamster wheel. In episode 10 we're going to have a little chat with the avoiders and procrastinators. So take a seat...rest ya feet and lets see where the conversation is gonna lead us today.


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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60168097Mon, 27 May 2024 05:01:45 +0000ListeningWhileLiving You keep trying to run from yourself not even realizing your on a hamster wheel. In episode 10 we're going to have a little chat with the avoiders and procrastinators. So take a seat...rest ya feet and lets see where the conversation is gonna lead us... You keep trying to run from yourself not even realizing your on a hamster wheel. In episode 10 we're going to have a little chat with the avoiders and procrastinators. So take a seat...rest ya feet and lets see where the conversation is gonna lead us today.


An Avoidant’s Lullaby ( Playlist I promised)
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]]>1845false110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ugh-those-feelz-ft-dopeassdejah--59952465Talking about emotions can be such a task for most people..and that’s exactly why guest host Dèja and I are digging deep into this topic. We discuss our relationship with our emotions, how we process those emotions, and some things we still have yet to address.



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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59952465Mon, 13 May 2024 13:29:10 +0000ListeningWhileLivingTalking about emotions can be such a task for most people..and that’s exactly why guest host Dèja and I are digging deep into this topic. We discuss our relationship with our emotions, how we process those emotions, and some things we still have yet...Talking about emotions can be such a task for most people..and that’s exactly why guest host Dèja and I are digging deep into this topic. We discuss our relationship with our emotions, how we process those emotions, and some things we still have yet to address.



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]]>2994false19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-in-your-toolbox-ft-kirbi-nicole--59688208Life is a series of lessons and tests that I believe we accumulate like tools in a toolbox. In today’s episode guest host Kirbi Nicole and I are searching through  our “toolbox” , seeing just what we’ve accumulated  so far at this point in our lives. 


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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59688208Mon, 29 Apr 2024 11:40:28 +0000ListeningWhileLivingLife is a series of lessons and tests that I believe we accumulate like tools in a toolbox. In today’s episode guest host Kirbi Nicole and I are searching through  our “toolbox” , seeing just what we’ve accumulated  so far at this point in our lives. ...Life is a series of lessons and tests that I believe we accumulate like tools in a toolbox. In today’s episode guest host Kirbi Nicole and I are searching through  our “toolbox” , seeing just what we’ve accumulated  so far at this point in our lives. 


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 @artbykirbinicole

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]]>4407false18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/to-speak-or-not-to-speak-pt-1-ft-starpendent--59469907What’s your relationship with your voice? Have you gone throughout life silencing yourself for the sake of “peace” or do you allow your voice to be heard? In today's episode Keyaira and I will be digging into our relationship with self-expression. 


Quote of the Day: Transformation of Silence into Language and Action by. Audre Lorde
Link-------  bowdoin_latin_silenceintoaction.pdf (harvard.edu)

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59469907Mon, 15 Apr 2024 14:01:51 +0000ListeningWhileLivingWhat’s your relationship with your voice? Have you gone throughout life silencing yourself for the sake of “peace” or do you allow your voice to be heard? In today's episode Keyaira and I will be digging into our relationship with self-expression. ...What’s your relationship with your voice? Have you gone throughout life silencing yourself for the sake of “peace” or do you allow your voice to be heard? In today's episode Keyaira and I will be digging into our relationship with self-expression. 


Quote of the Day: Transformation of Silence into Language and Action by. Audre Lorde
Link-------  bowdoin_latin_silenceintoaction.pdf (harvard.edu)

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]]>3491false17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-art-of-art-ft-drethesensei--59243006Today Dre the Sensei and I are conversing about our creative process and how we tap into our creative selves. The fun. The challenges .The growth 



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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59243006Mon, 01 Apr 2024 11:04:27 +0000ListeningWhileLivingCalling all artist this episode is for you!! Today Dre the Sensei and I are conversing about our creative process and how we tap into our creative selves. The fun. The challenges .The growth  Find the Questions we asked on Instagram Page ...Today Dre the Sensei and I are conversing about our creative process and how we tap into our creative selves. The fun. The challenges .The growth 



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]]>2346false16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-me-through-it-all--59151523


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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59151523Sun, 24 Mar 2024 03:05:41 +0000ListeningWhileLivingA little implusive surprise I hope ya'll enjoy.  Host Info: Connect w/Shorty- IG https://www.instagram.com/listeningwhileliving?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== https://www.instagram.com/shorty__ovathere/


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]]>219false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/show-up-for-yourself--59087291







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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59087291Mon, 18 Mar 2024 14:51:30 +0000ListeningWhileLiving Showing up for you and keeping your own promises isn't always easy. Today we're talking about the importance of having that inner knowing on something you're trying to accomplish. Not giving up on yourself or your aspirations. Cold Sore...







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]]>1155false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-do-you-wanna-be-when-you-grow-up-ft-shea-harris--58924275
We’ve all heard the question “What do you want to be when you grow up” but what happens when you have no clue or it was a challenge to choose just one path? In this episode Shea and I share how we discovered some of our interests .



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@thesheaharris

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IG @zenzen.wright]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58924275Mon, 04 Mar 2024 19:34:04 +0000ListeningWhileLivingWe’ve all heard the question “What do you want to be when you grow up” but what happens when you have no clue or it was a challenge to choose just one path? In this episode Shea and I share how we discovered some of our interests . Find the...
We’ve all heard the question “What do you want to be when you grow up” but what happens when you have no clue or it was a challenge to choose just one path? In this episode Shea and I share how we discovered some of our interests .



Find the Questions we asked on Instagram Page (@ListeningWhileLiving)



Guest Info:Connect w/Shea Harris- IG @t.s.s.p.h
@thesheaharris

The T.S.S.P.H Podcast/YT - @thesheashack9704



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IG @zenzen.wright]]>2354false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wth-is-going-on-maneuvering-through-transitions-ft-queensoulylocs--58589804
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IG @zenzen.wright]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58589804Tue, 06 Feb 2024 18:53:52 +0000ListeningWhileLivingIn this episode Keisha and I share our experiences on transitional phases in life. How we spot them, process them, and maneuver. Find the Questions we asked on Instagram Page...
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Photography Web- www.hashtagother.com

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IG @zenzen.wright]]>2697personalstories,selfhelp,selfreflection,transitonsfalse12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/once-an-introvert-speaks--58509511

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58509511Tue, 06 Feb 2024 17:10:10 +0000ListeningWhileLivingIn this episode I introduce myself to you all and go over what the podcast is about. Plus, I give a few words of encouragement to all the introverts out there. Host Info: IG: @listeningwhileliving @shorty__ovathere Music Info:...

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