Talking Shit About...

The Cool S, or S Thing. Where did it come from? Why do we love to draw it? How do you draw it? Elizabeth will answer these questions!Sources:"What the Hell was that 'S' Thing Everyone Drew in School?"The S Thing WebsiteSupport the showShow links and social media

Elizabeth is joined by therapist Ali Greco to talk about mental health, autism, and the importance of human connection. ParatheraSupport/Follow Talking Shit About...Talking Shit About... Patreon

Elizabeth is rejoined by Jack Violently (Ave Satanas Podcast) from episode 41 to perform her unbaptism!The Free Society SatanistsThe Ave Satanas PodcastFull Unbaptism EpisodeSupport the ShowShow links and social media

Elizabeth and Thumbs beat a dead horse to death by beating the dead horse- we're talking about Tuvix.Update since recording: I've been working at my new job for a couple months now and love it :)General NerderyWord BalloonsNewb IslandSupport/Follow Talking Shit About...Talking Shit About... Patreon

Elizabeth shares some tips for developing your own self-care plan!Note: None of these resources are affiliates of the podcast and the podcast gets no compensation for sharing these resources.Resources:University of Buffalo Self-Care Starter Kit211 - get connected to local resourcesFinch AppWritual Planner988 - national crisis helpline (call or text)Parathera - Virtual therapeutic sessions to vent, problem solve, gain confidence, or celebrate (use code FIRST-FREE for a free first session)Sources:The Guardian: "More than half of top 100 mental health TikToks contain misinformation, study finds"Support the ShowShow links and social media

Elizabeth is so very honored to invite author of "The Bipolar Game Changer," Andrea Grey, to the show to discuss their experiences with bipolar and mania.Content warning: mentions of suicideThe Bipolar Game ChangerMore BooksSubstackWeekly Zoom Meetup (begins July 20)More about Andrea's workSupport the ShowShow links and social media

HAPPY PRIDE MONTH!Ever heard "down with cis?" There's a story behind that! Join Elizabeth as she gives context to the Down With Cis bus and gives a dramatic reading of the infamous Tumblr post.Support the ShowShow links and social media

Surprise, it's a bonus episode! Sorta! This episode contains audio from episodes 18-21 (originally aired in 2022/2023), combined and cleaned up. Sorta.Want a feel-good story? Look elsewhere. Want a story that involves crimes committed by the federal government, white supremacy, murder, and robots with shotgun arms? You're in the right place.Content warning: gun death, child death, dog death, racism, anti-semitismSources:The Federal Siege at Ruby Ridge by Randy & Sara WeaverRuby Ridge: The Truth & Tragedy of the Randy Weaver Family by Jess Walter"Ruby Ridge" PBS American Experience"Vicki Weaver" Historica Wiki"The Ruby Ridge Trial" Professor Douglas O. Linder"Ruby Ridge - 158" Generation Why PodcastSupport the ShowShow links and social media

Elizabeth is joined by Pam and Amy (Canned: Conversations About Getting Fired) about job loss, the current job market, unions, and so much more!Canned WebsiteCanned Episode: Union OfficialSupport the ShowShow links and social media

Welcome to the very first Talking Shit About... microsode! Today's a special one, where Elizabeth tells you a bit about ASMR and shares some of her favorite sounds- all recorded for this episode.Support the ShowShow links and social mediaBackground music: "Drifting at 432 Hz" by Unicorn Heads

Join Elizabeth and Amanda Ferrat (Tillamook County Suicide Prevention Coalition Chair; QPR Trainer) as they talk about normalizing the conversation around suicide.Need help? Call or text 988 any timeList of Training Programs (QPR, ASIST, etc.)211 Info: Referrals for mental health, substance use, housing, and more (you can also call 211 from your phone)Suicide Warning Signs (video)Value Yourself CounselingGet in touch with Amanda/Tillamook County Suicide Prevention Coalition: tcspcinfo@gmail.comSupport the ShowShow links and social media

Eui returns to the pod to share their experience in the troubled teen industry.Content warning for suicide, self-harm. Call or text 988 if you need support.Faun Haus DesignsSupport the ShowShow links and social media

Escuche para aprender sobre las redatas de ICE.Este episodio del podcast fue traducido, grabado y editado por Citlali.Recursos:ICE Localizador de detenidosTarjetas RojasLíneas Directas de InmigraciónEjemplos de órdenes judicialesConozca Sus Derechos con ICEFuentes:“Defend Against ICE Raids and Community Arrests” Toolkit prepared by the Immigrant Defense Project and the Center for Constitutional RightsNational Homelessness Law Center: “ICE Raid Guidance for Homeless Service Providers:
What to do Before, During, and After a Raid” ACLU: Know Your Rights: Immigrants’ Rights Catholic Immigration Network Inc. “Harboring: An overview of the law” CAPLAW: “Tips for responding to ICE inquiries at your CAA” Oregon Department of Justice- Civil Rights Unit (CRU) Sanctuary Promise Toolkit TIME: “The ‘Abolish ICE’ Movement Is Growing. Here’s Why the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency Was Created” CBS Chicago: “Tracking administrative arrests by ICE through the Biden, Trump presidencies, in Chicago and nationwide” Support the ShowShow links and social media

No guest this month. Instead, Elizabeth will share information about ICE and ICE raids.ResourcesICE Detainee LocatorPrintable Red CardsList of Federal and State Immigration HotlinesWarrant ExamplesKnow Your Rights with ICESources“Defend Against ICE Raids and Community Arrests” Toolkit prepared by the Immigrant Defense Project and the Center for Constitutional RightsNational Homelessness Law Center: “ICE Raid Guidance for Homeless Service Providers:
What to do Before, During, and After a Raid” ACLU: Know Your Rights: Immigrants’ Rights Catholic Immigration Network Inc. “Harboring: An overview of the law” CAPLAW: “Tips for responding to ICE inquiries at your CAA” Oregon Department of Justice- Civil Rights Unit (CRU) Sanctuary Promise Toolkit TIME: “The ‘Abolish ICE’ Movement Is Growing. Here’s Why the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency Was Created” CBS Chicago: “Tracking administrative arrests by ICE through the Biden, Trump presidencies, in Chicago and nationwide” Support the ShowShow links and social media

Elizabeth is joined by Lulu to talk about the website Neopets.NeopetsJellyneoSupport the ShowShow links and social media

Fairy joins Elizabeth to talk about their experience in the Troubled Teen Industry (TTI).Content Warning: Mentions of suicide, self harm, child sexual abuse, sexual assaultIn crisis and need to talk? Call or text 988Survivors Unrestrained: Mission: "to provide healing, empowerment and stability to survivors of the troubled teen industry through education, advocacy, awareness and support"Kids Over Profits: Collaborative of TTI survivors whose mission is to "educate the public about the current and historical dangers of the TTI, in pursuit of the ultimate goal of keeping all children safe from abuse"Support the ShowShow links and social media

Co-founder of The Free Society Satanists and co-host of the Ave Satanas Podcast Jack Violently joins Elizabeth to talk about Satanism.The Free Society SatanistsAve Satanas Podcast (Spotify)Support the ShowShow links and social media

Elizabeth and Rachel, who works in harm reduction, talk about fentanyl.Topics covered:-What fentanyl is: myths and facts-What to do in an overdose-What harm reduction isSAMSHA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.Never Use Alone Hotline: 877-696-1996Toll-free national overdose prevention, detection, life-saving crisis response and medical intervention services for people who use drugs while alone. Never Use Alone’s peer operators are available 24-hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. No stigma. No judgment. Just love!Watch: How to Use NARCAN Nasal SprayUpdate: "American Citizens Smuggle More Fentanyl Into the US than Migrants" Support the ShowShow links and social media

Elizabeth is joined by her husband to talk about Project 2025.Sources:2025 Mandate for LeadershipProject 2025 Training Videos (ProPublica)"The 19th Explains: What you need to know about Project 2025""Gen Z's Guide to Project 2025" (Voters of Tomorrow)"What is Project 2025?" (BBC)Democracy Now! August 16 2024NPR 1A: "If You Can Keep It: The objectives of Project 2025""Project 2025 would be a disaster for veterans" (Rolling Stone)The Guardian- Paul DansWiki- The Heritage FoundationStraight White American Jesus "Weekly Roundup: Election Rigging and Project 2025"Fact checking warnings about Project 2025 (Politifact)Support the ShowShow links and social media

Join Elizabeth and returning guest Bry (New Old Future) to talk about CPTSD (Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder).New Old FutureBandcampSpotifyResourcesNational Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)In crisis? Call or text 988 any timeSupport the ShowShow links and social media