Unfiltered Tales

This episode we interviewed Joy Alicia, author of the book SO Drunk A TOOTH’s Gotta GO (http://bit.ly/4nun2Oj)!!!! We explore her book, as we talk about the modern method of meeting potential romantic or sexual partners through websites, apps, or social media platforms. It typically begins with users creating profiles that showcase photos, bios, and personal interests, offering a curated digital first impression. Most apps use algorithms based on location, preferences, or behavior to suggest matches, streamlining the process of connection. Once matched, users enter a communication phase where messaging becomes a key tool for gauging compatibility. Online dating also carries symbolic language—emojis, profile photos, or even ghosting all convey unspoken messages about intent, interest, or rejection. This digital landscape has transformed how people form relationships, offering convenience and access while also introducing new challenges around authenticity, expectations, and emotional connection.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/unfiltered_tales/exclusive-content

Sex education gave us the basics—but it left out the parts that actually matter. In this episode, Mandy Hart unpack everything traditional sex education failed to teach: consent beyond “yes or no,” emotional safety, communication, pleasure, boundaries, and how culture, shame, and silence shape our intimate lives. From unlearning harmful myths to redefining what healthy, fulfilling intimacy really looks like, this conversation invites listeners to ask better questions and build more honest relationships. This is sex education for real life—grown, informed, and unapologetically honest.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/unfiltered_tales/exclusive-content

In this episode, we tackle a conversation that often goes unspoken: why men need support too. From the pressure to always be strong to the stigma around vulnerability, we explore how silence can become a burden and why asking for help is not a weakness but a necessity. Through honest dialogue and real-life perspectives, this episode highlights the importance of mental health, brotherhood, and creating safe spaces where men can be seen, heard, and supported. It’s a powerful reminder that strength isn’t about carrying everything alone—it’s about knowing when and how to reach out.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/unfiltered_tales/exclusive-content

In this powerful episode, we sit down with the first and only female firefighter Lynette Fritzshaw on the force to talk about courage, resilience, and breaking barriers in a profession where few women are represented. She shares what it’s really like to walk into spaces where no one looks like you, the pressure of carrying history on your shoulders, and the responsibility of paving the way for the next generation. This conversation goes beyond the firehouse—it’s about leadership, representation, and what it means to show up boldly even when the odds are stacked against you. An inspiring reminder that strength has no gender and that trailblazers change the future simply by refusing to quit.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/unfiltered_tales/exclusive-content

Overcoming depression with Cathelina Devert (https://cathelinaduvert.com/). Overcoming Depression has been a journey of strength, patience, and rediscovery. There were days when the weight felt unbearable, but I kept choosing to show up for myself, even in the smallest ways. I’ve learned that healing isn’t loud or sudden—it’s a series of quiet victories, moments of clarity, and the courage to keep moving forward. I’m no longer defined by what tried to break me; I’m defined by the resilience that carried me through. I’m still growing, still learning, and finally beginning to feel the light againSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/unfiltered_tales/exclusive-content