The Honest Uproar; a podcast for modern, childfree women

Dr. Fern Wickson is an Australian citizen who has been living and working in Norway for 15 years. With a PhD across natural and social sciences and a keen interest in how we think about, talk about, and enact the relationship between humanity and nature, Fern identifies as a transdisciplinary ecologist. Her work aims to advance sustainable and resilient futures for the whole community of life on Earth through understanding and facilitating interactions between science, ethics, and politics in environmental conservation and management. Fern is currently the Scientific Secretary of NAMMCO (the North Atlantic Marine Mammal Commission) - an intergovernmental organization that provides advice on the conservation and management of whales and seals. Previously, she has worked as a Research Professor of environmental governance, leading a group on the sustainable and responsible development of emerging technologies (i.e., biotechnologies and nanotechnologies). As a Lead Facilitator for Homeward Bound, a global leadership initiative for women in STEMM, Fern has participated in the largest all-female expedition to Antarctica, twice. She is also a yoga and meditation teacher running her own studio, The Peaceful Wild, in northern Norway. When she is not working, Fern enjoys hiking, snowboarding, kayaking, reading, and hanging out with her pets. You can find more information about Fern here: https://www.fernwickson.com/ And more about Homeward Bound here: https://homewardboundprojects.com.au/ Fuel that Fire!

Angie Cibis is a 41-year-old freelance graphic designer living in Los Angeles with her husband and rescue pup. A dedicated urbanite despite (or maybe because of) growing up in rural IL, she lives in the middle of Los Angeles by way of Chicago. She has a BA in Graphic Design and a MA in Psychology and credits being childfree for making it simpler to start her own business, be an activist, and travel internationally. And while Angie's gotten plenty of negative comments about being childfree, she's ever-grateful for a life not defined by parenthood. You can get in touch with Angie here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angiecibis/   https://www.instagram.com/angiecibisdesign/   https://www.instagram.com/the_flyingsquirrel/   https://angiecibis.com/   Fuel that Fire!

Nirupama grew up in India and lived there until last year when she moved to the UK. She has been a content writer by profession in the past, but this last year has made her slow down and realize that her interests lie somewhere else, mainly in writing and in learning new languages. She’s happily married for 9 years to a person she fell in love with 10 years ago. While they never sat down and decided to talk about children, the decision to be childfree was smooth and organic for the both of us. They love being with each other and don’t feel ‘incomplete’ without children. It wasn’t until a friend recently called her courageous and brave that she realized the decision to be childfree requires strength. Because she is choosing to stand up for herself, to question societal norms. She wishes everybody would prioritize themselves over anything else, especially when it comes to big life decisions. You can find Nirupama’s pieces on Medium here: https://nirupama-kondayya.medium.com/ And on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niruvaana/ Fuel that Fire!

Hanna was born in Australia, but right now you can find her in Berlin, or somewhere on the road with her campervan @_herbertthevan, her curly-haired husband, and their two dogs, Felix and Baloo.  She’s a yoga teacher, but don’t let that put you off! She keeps it real, and funny, and she started a YouTube channel called 'Real Yoga,' in order to promote a style of yoga that allows you to be yourself. For real. She practices what she preaches and encourages true authenticity both on and off the mat. She is a Disney-freak, a vegetarian, an ally and a moon-lover who only wears stretchy pants. You can find more about Hanna here: https://www.realyoga.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/_realyoga/ https://www.instagram.com/_herbertthevan/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsXOiV3I3uhsp2hiLvIheTw https://www.facebook.com/realyoga.com.au/   Fuel that Fire!

Christina and Nadine were born in NYC. They are both childfree by choice, and they also belong to the LGBTQ+ community. Their stories of coming out of the closet, and "coming out" as childfree, are a must-listen!  Christina is a 31-year-old, queer, vegan, traveler who realized she did not want kids after getting married to a cis-man at 19 and divorced at 22. After spending time traveling across the world alone, she began to embrace her freedom and believes we should take care of the people already on this planet, rather than continuing to overpopulate it. She recently went through a breakup after being with her partner for 5.5 years over the topic of children and is more vocal about her choice than ever. Now living in Denver with her twin sister and fur babies they are living fulfilling childfree lives. Nadine is a 31-year-old, lesbian and moto enthusiast living in Denver with her partner of 5 years. Nadine knew from a young age that she never wanted children due to her own complicated relationship with her mother. Having relied on her twin sister more for support, Nadine never felt the mother/daughter bond, nor the desire to have her own. Instead, Nadine chooses to embrace her financial freedom and independence, while pursuing a career in fashion. Fuel that Fire!

Nicola is a Certified Shamanic Practitioner who specializes in Shadow Work for Women who is passionate about exploring the hidden side of the female psyche and why women behave and believe, react and act, and live and relate the way they do. Through her work at The Feminine Principle, she supports professional women who are experiencing a mid-life identity crisis and are struggling with uncomfortable emotions and unhealthy patterns that trigger anxiety, stress, and discomforting memories. She helps them to break free from the ghosts of the past by helping them to know who they truly are beneath the surface beneath all the layers of their conditioned and wounded self so they can start to live a life full of power and freedom with a clear sense of purpose and inner confidence. Explore the Shadow Work for Women 9-Month Program and Book a Free Consultation with Nicola at https://thefeminineprinciple.com Fuel that Fire!

Dr. Angela L. Harris is the Creator of Harris 316 Consulting & Services, LLC, which houses both her mental health advocacy and childfree lifestyle brands. Dr. Harris is a Speaker, Author, Blogger, and Podcaster. As a Childfree Lifestyle Motivator, Dr. Harris is the Visionary and Founder of #NoBibsBurpsBottles, a supportive community for childfree African American women. Dr. Harris offers 1:1 coaching, an intimate group empowerment course, childfree pride merchandise, is the host of a popular podcast and blog about childfree living, and author of the book, “#NoBibsBurpsBottles: The Stories of African American Women without Children.” As a Mental Health and Wellness Advocate, Dr. Harris offers mental health and wellness workshops to Black churches and agencies that serve marginalized communities. She strives to help decrease the stigma of mental health, and promotes the intersection of spirituality, mental health and wellness. Dr. Harris received her doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio. She has over 20 years of experience working as a higher education administrator and is currently the Assistant Dean of Students at a small liberal arts college. Connect with Angela by clicking on these links: www.NoBibsBurpsBottles.com www.instagram.com/NoBibsBurpsBottles www.twitter.com/NoBibsBurpsBott www.facebook/com/DrAngelaLHarris   Fuel that Fire!  

Raised in Pensacola, Florida, and living throughout the Southeastern U.S., Eliza has grown up living in a conservative and religious society where girls are groomed to want to become mothers. Women who do not want to become a mother are seen as lesser than, and undesirable. Growing up Eliza did want a biological child like every other girl, not really thinking about what motherhood is actually about and just assuming something one would do one day since "you are a girl." It was not until her mid-20s that it dawned on her that she actually did not want children.   Between reading stories from online communities for the childfree, regretful parents and sitting down with herself to figure out what she wanted in life, having kids was not on the list. Slowing down and looking back on her younger years as she planned her future ahead, a child was never really part of her story. The desire was actually never really there. There comes a point in life where you have to stop living for others and live for yourself, regardless of the mindset of the people you grew up with and live around.   After getting out of a long-term relationship, Eliza has finally decided to put herself first and no longer waver to the desires and opinions of others. With a Bachelor's of Science in Agriculture, she has studied the impact of how human consumption and demand affect the environment in detrimental ways. She has done research papers on how the human population affects those demands and how the Agriculture industry is struggling to keep up with said demand due to land use tension between Animal Agriculture and space for humans to live. Eliza wishes to pursue a Master's in Marine Biology to study how Animal Agriculture, from animal waste to pesticides from water runoff affects the behavior of species in the ocean and in turn affects how these species interact with humans. As a Vegan and Environmentalist, Eliza wishes to shed light on how the human populace is an overwhelming parasite to the earth's ecosystem- something she doesn't want to contribute to. She believes not having a child is one of the most impactful ways to do this.   Fuel that Fire!

Genea spent her early childhood in Portland, Oregon where she suffered multiple childhood traumas. As a result, she started studying people, noticing and cataloging the subtlest changes in their behavior, tone, and body language. The ability to intuit what is hidden beneath the surface became an invaluable superpower in her life and her practice. In her mid-twenties, after a devastating heartbreak, Genea took her first conscious step towards healing. She chose for the first time in her life to feel her feelings. In the years to follow, she explored traditional talk therapy, hypnotherapy, bodywork, and transformational work. Her commitment to purpose, healing, and daily meditation practice keep her grounded, connected, and clear. As an Elevation Guide, Genea is committed to the elevation of humanity. She works with individuals and groups to create greater effectiveness and ease in their lives. By working directly with the subconscious mind, she is able to quickly and gently eliminate and neutralize self-sabotaging behavior, emotional triggers, unwanted patterns, and limiting beliefs. She increases self-esteem and self-worth by up to 80%, reduces excessive emotional reactions by 70% or more, and facilitates the cultivation of the foundational building blocks needed to achieve current and future goals. Connect with Genea here: Website: https://geneabarnes-elevate.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genea-barnes/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/geneabarneselevate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geneabarnes/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/geneabarnes/ Self-Sabotaging Sagas podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-sabotaging-sagas/id1558786918?fbclid=IwAR3D_Aibx_2VnBcec7D2G9S0OdRMwgqKvXr3J5oi3P-LAGkttKyOLJM4Ib8 Fuel that Fire!

Born and raised in Italy, she has been living in the United States and Canada for the past two decades. In her 20s and 30s, she thought she would dedicate her life to working for international NGOs supporting girls’ education and women’s rights around the world. Instead, due to health challenges, she had to reassess her career objectives, as well as her personal objective (having kids), and turn them into something manageable for her health. She decided to become a certified coach using her direct experiences from living and working internationally to support women with self-development, relocation, and their internal journey of re-defining themselves when life plans change due to unexpected turns. Because it took her years to find her self-worth independently from societal expectations, church expectations, or any other external expectations, she wants to share her story as a platform to support women who, similar to her situation, had to learn to be self-confident and unapologetic about who they are, and who they are not, with their family, in their communities, and society at large. You can find Lilly by clicking on these links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lilianavercellotti/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/2904737776479797   Fuel that Fire!

Hannah is a childfree wife who believes that kids are a choice, not a social obligation. She enjoys helping people feel confident in their childfree lifestyles. Hannah likes going on adventures with her husband, eating Toblerone, peace & quiet, staying fit, and reading a good book. Her YouTube channel, Wife Without Kids is a positive and supportive community for people that live the childfree life. Find Hannah on YouTube and Instagram by clicking on these links: https://www.youtube.com/c/WifeWithoutKids https://www.instagram.com/WifeWithoutKids/ Fuel that Fire!

Marianne is the author of Be A Free Range Human (translated in half a dozen languages, featured on BBC, Business Insider, The Guardian and more and gave the TEDx talk “The Hidden Power of Not (Always) Fitting In” (viewed half a million times). Her work helps people create a business + life that fits who they are (so they don’t have to leave a bit of themselves at the door to get paid).... and to find and use their unique 'superpowers' in what they do! Originally from Australia and the UK, today she lives in sunny California (but travels everywhere).   Visit her website: www.free-range-humans.com   Find out more about her book: beafreerangehuman.com Instagram: @freerangemarianne FB: facebook.com/mariannec   Click here to sign up for Marianne's Friday Love Letters!    Fuel that Fire!

Ashton Saldana is a writer and the founder of Soulace Seeker: a blog focused on relationships, travel, spirituality, and women empowerment. She has two published books, Words From the Soul which was released in October 2018, and The Parenthood Pendulum which was released in February 2021. She also is a Certified Reiki Practitioner and hosts intimate and immersive wellness workshops to learn tools to develop a deeper spirituality, radiate positivity and gratitude, and manifest abundance in your lives. You can visit Ashton's website here: https://www.soulaceseeker.com/ And if you'd like a copy of "The Parenthood Pendulum", use the code FIRECRACKER for 20% off! Fuel that Fire!

Shannon is a 28-year-old Californian who recently fell in love with chess and who has known she wanted to be childfree since her early 20’s. She has traveled to more places outside of the US than within, she worked at a sports and entertainment arena for over 3 years, and she watched and loved the “To Kid or Not To Kid” documentary. Shannon took her love for true crime shows and movies (a love we share!) and made it her career. In this interview, we talked about how most people don’t even think about taking their childhood dream or passion and make it their chosen career path. Fuel that Fire!

Sarah Dobson is the host of the Maybe Someday podcast, a show about what it’s like to be on the fence about becoming a mother. In this episode Sarah and I talk about what motivated her to start the Maybe Someday Podcast, figuring out how much of the reason to become a parent is social conditioning and how much is actual desire, and her journey from being on the fence until she decided to fully embrace the childfree lifestyle. Maybe Someday Podcast has been on a hiatus for a few months but you can still catch the episodes that aired since the beginning by visiting the website: https://www.maybesomedaypodcast.com/ Or just google “Maybe Someday Podcast” and find it on Apple Podcasts and other platforms.   Fuel that Fire!

There's a reason why former Financial Times travel writer Rahul Jacob says that she is the best Pilates teacher and personal trainer he has ever worked with. For over 30 years, her clients (including Donna Karan, Laurie Anderson, and Joe Walsh) have trusted her to help them get stronger and function better, with less pain. She has owned award-winning 6 and 7 figure Pilates studios, taught overseas at an A-list private island resort, and has done teacher training for both PhysicalMind Institute and Real Pilates. She is also a Reiki Master and certified MindMAP Success & Mindset Coach. Now she is a Master Teacher at Real Pilates, plus she teaches private clients online, offers continuing education for Pilates pros, and helps Pilates teachers simplify their businesses and create premium programs to serve their ideal clients - creating more impact & making more money. You can visit Lynda's website here: http://lyndalippin.com Follow her on Instagram - http://instagram.com/lyndalippin Follow her on Facebook - http://facebook.com/lyndalippinpilates Find her on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndalippin   Fuel that Fire!

Angie Saint-Yl is a food/travel blogger + travel mentor. She has been a solo traveler for the last five years and it has changed her life and her relationship with herself in more ways than she could have imagined! This amazing shift almost came close to not happening though because of the many mindset blocks/fears she had in regard to taking the leap to fulfill her dreams. Thankfully, there was a real fire stirred in her the last year to develop a resource to help women who may be in a similar position she was. Travel is such an amazing gift that everyone should be able to have access to if they so desire. So it's her mission to equip women with the tools to take their travel dreams from idea to reality so they too can receive great nourishment/enrichment in their lives! You can follow Angie here: www.instagram.com/theflexitariantravels www.instagram.com/eatswithangieee   Course website: https://theflexitariandigest.thinkific.com/ Official Website: theflexitariandigest.xyz   Fuel that Fire!

Sue Bowles is a sexual abuse survivor, she has overcome an eating disorder, and she struggled for a long time with showing her real self. She is also a published author, a Hope Coach, and she identifies as a Ragamuffin. Join us to hear Sue's inspiring story and how she has evolved into the childfree person that she is today. You can find out more about Sue here http://mystepahead.com/ and here http://suebowles.com/ You can follow Sue here:  https://www.instagram.com/MyStepAhead/ https://www.facebook.com/mystepahead https://www.facebook.com/suebowlescoaching/ https://twitter.com/mystepahead https://www.amazon.com/dp/1695541839/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_cEbTDb8XSD8Q0   Receive a weekly encouragement text by texting "next step" to 31996. Join "Hump Day Help"   Fuel that Fire!

Bitch Talk is a podcast that boldly highlights the ongoing need for BIPOC women representation in media, film, and the arts. The show features thoughtful and fun interviews of marginalized and indie voices working as performers, comedians, independent filmmakers, and activists. Bitch Talk co-hosts Erin Lim and Ange Tabora engage the audience through witty banter and unfiltered honesty. Founded by Erin Lim in 2013, the show has grown from dining room table recordings to partnerships with Reimagine End of Life, That’s What She Said, and the San Francisco Women’s March, as well as participation at the Sundance Film Festival. The podcast is produced by Charlene Goto of GoTo Productions. Erin, Ange, and Char are all childfree! You can find out more about them and the podcast here: https://www.bitchtalkpodcast.com/ Follow them on Instagram here: www.instagram.com/bitchtalkpod/ Fuel that Fire!

Sandra Dawes is a recovering control freak and excuse maker who works with clients struggling with similar issues. She holds an Honors BA, an MBA, and a certificate in Dispute Resolution. After the passing of her father and the circumstances that followed, she suffered from bouts of depression and sought the help of psychotherapists. Unwilling to seek pharmaceutical assistance to deal with her chronic unhappiness, she was lead on a journey of self-awareness and forgiveness that changed her life in deep and meaningful ways. Sandra enjoys spending time with friends and family and her husband Satnam. She published her first book Embrace Your Destiny: 12 Steps to Living the Life You Deserve in 2013. Sandra was added to the Wall of Role Models by the Diversity Advancement Network in July 2016. You can find more articles and learn more about Sandra and the programs and products she offers at www.embraceyourdestiny.ca You can also find Sandra in the following places: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EmbraceYourDestiny Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embraceurdestiny Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/mbraceurdestiny Fuel that Fire!