Could Barbie Get Elected? Challenges Women Face in Politics

Moving Through a Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Quiet Versus Loud Luxury: Who Gets to Decide?

In the last episode of season three, Margo and Tashira discuss how Americans define luxury. They explore the nuances that impact this definition like race, class and access to wealth. Does luxury have to include material items? What's the difference between loud and quiet luxury? Join us in the private community to sound off!

The Value of Time at a Big Age

In this episode, Margo and Tashira discuss how they value time and make room for things that truly matter. As you listen, ask yourself: Am I holding space and time for what I love? Your answer may shock you.

The Weight Loss Industrial Complex: Ozempic, Beauty Standards and Celebrity Culture

Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have been everywhere lately, but the weight loss industrial complex isn't new. In this episode, Margo and Tashira interrogate western society's fascination with thinness, standards of beauty, "acceptable" bodily modifications and celebrity culture. Overall, they encourage listeners to consult reputable physicians to make the best decisions for their bodies.

When Aging Parents Are Bad A$$ Elders

In this episode, Tashira and Margo have an engaging and thoughtful discussion with Dr. Ruth Nemzoff, ranging from advice for connecting with parents through different phases of life, lasting marriages, abortion, and feminism throughout the years.

Surviving a Cult - with India Oxenberg

India bravely shares her experiences of inadvertently joining the Nxivm cult, her harrowing experiences in it, how she got out, and how she is healing herself and thriving in real time. India offers a detailed look into how seemingly legitimate businesses and communities can seduce unsuspecting folx into joining a cult without realizing it. She also speaks candidly and from a place of strength about her healing journey since escaping the cult and her current efforts to help others through their trauma.Immeasurable thanks to India for sharing her story with the justUS community

Our Resident THOTician Breaks Down Sex Work

Tune in as Margo and Tashira discuss sex work in all forms: commercial sex workers, sugar babies, heuxs and gold diggers just to name a few. Tashira is unapolgetically pro-heux while Margo has some hesitations around the exploitation that's seemingly embedded into the industry. In the end, they both stand on the side of making sex work legal, consensual and safe.

I'm in Love with a Bus Driver?

In the kickoff to season three, Margo and Tashira discuss a hot topic happening over on social media. Would you date a bus driver? Tune in for a discussion that digs deeper than career and ends at relationship non-negotiables.

Real Life Reparations: How and Why the US Should Be Accountable for Its Harms

In this episode Margo and Tashira tackle one of the toughest subjects of the season: reparations. They set the stage historically for the harms done to the Black community starting with enslavement. Let us know your thoughts in the comments!

Should Women Dress Their Age? Reflections on Aging and Style

In this episode, Margo and Tashira pick apart what it means to dress ones age. They explore the "turning my mom into me" viral trend on Tiktok and use it to investigate the restricting values women face around age, body shape and sex appeal. In the end, they encourage the audience to determine their personal definition of great style at any age.

Why is the Wellness Industry So Unwell? Unpacking Wealth and Whiteness in the Wellness Industry

In this episode, Margo and Tashira speak with Ashley Mitchell of Black Girl Magic Mama, a fitness instructor whose work sits at the intersection of wellness and social justice. Tune into the discussion on the structural issues that prevent true wellness in the wellness industry and what we can do to make change.

Our Professional Breakups

Margo and Tashira share their evolution and experiences with work, often toxic. Work life balance is something that is often talked about but seldom modeled.

Our Public Systems Are Failing

Public systems like criminal legal (criminal justice) and child welfare are failing. In this episode, Margo and Tashira discuss their expansive legal and policy backgrounds to identify systematic failures. How do we create a society where the most vulnerable are safe, healthy and whole?

Advice on Creating Cross Cultural Relationships

The first thing people often notice about Margo and Tashira are their differences. However, they have more in common than you may think. Tune into this episode to hear a raw take on cross-cultural friendships, white fragility and moving beyond social constructs to create genuine friendships.

The Soft Life: Predatory, Liberating or Both?

In this episode about the Soft Life, Margo and Tashira discuss the complexities of creating a self-care community for Black women online. Does living the Soft Life require lots of disposable income? Is it exclusionary based upon socioeconomic status? How is white privilege inherently synonomous with living the Soft Life?

Hot and Bothered: What You Need to Know about Menopause

In this episode, physician Dr. Heather Hirsch busts through myths surrounding menopause. Let's jump into this little discussed stage of life that often leaves us hot and bothered.

We're Baaaack! What's Happening in Season Two

And just like that we're back with season two! In this episode, Margo and Tashira are answering all your burning questions.

Letter To Our Former Selves

In the last episode of the first season, Margo and Tashira share letters to themselves throughout the decades. They explore self-esteem, healing, joy, struggles with anxiety and more. Their moments of self-reflection demonstrate their continued commitment to growth. Write yourself a letter and share your thoughts in a review or on YouTube! *Warning - This episode shares details of sexual abuse.

Holding Space for Both Joy and Grief at a Big Age

In this episode, Margo and Tashira explore the dualities of joy and grief. How can life be so great and challenging simultaneously? The hosts discuss discovering how to hold space for both at a Big age.

What We've Learned from Friendship Breakups at a Big Age

Relationships coming to an end is a normal part of life. However, women often possess a cliche idea of friendships and cliques. In this episode, Margo and Tashira discuss the natural evolution of relationships including friendship breakups. This conversation is for folks who are embracing development, growth, and self-life at a Big age.

Navigating Breast Cancer in Our 40s

Margo and Tashira sit down with two friends, Judith and Vera, both impacted by breast cancer at a young age. This episode explores myths about cancer, multiple forms of healing and will hopefully inspire listeners to champion their own health.

Voting is Under Attack: A Conversation on Mid-Term Elections

In this episode, Margo and Tashira discuss the ongoing attacks on voting, the current era of disinformation, and power of local elections

What Happens When Men Do Bad Things? Abuse, Power and Accountability

In this episode, Margo and Tashira discuss what happens when men do bad things. How does the abuse of power include a lack of accountability? How can we develop a restorative and community-based response?

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SEX AND DATING IN OUR 40S

Tashira spills the tea on dating and being newly single at 40, and Margo clutches her proverbial pearls (while of course holding space as a newly minted kink ally)