Souls at Sundown

Yes... The title is true! Thank you for an amazing 5 years of this show. You can find me @meghanhughes on all social media, YouTube, on https://www.twitch.tv/meghanhughes or https://www.patreon.com/meghanhughes. I love you! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

In this podcast episode, I discussed boundaries, what they are, why they're important & how they have helped me. I shared some of my boundaries along with a ton of yours! I hope this episode encourages all of you to honor the boundaries in your relationships & lives. ENJOY! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

In this episode, I updated you guys on what happened with iTunes removing my podcast & reinstating it finally. The bulk of this episode is a brief overview on how I was introduced to the power of positivity & what I wish I knew when I was younger about the power of PERSPECTIVE. I chatted about positivity as a privilege, staying positive in 2020, tips for living a happier life, & much more! ENJOY! I'M HAPPY TO BE BACK! Full, ad-free episodes at https://www.patreon.com/meghanhughes --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

In this episode, I did more of an announcement about how this podcast has been removed from Apple's platform. I explored my options a bit in this, discussed how & why I need to re-frame this podcast to be music free, & really just wanted to record this to let you guys know! Feel free to reach out to me on social media to share your thoughts moving forward, but for right now I'm just going to be brainstorming how to keep this pod alive in a new way! I love you! xo --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

In this episode, my sister & original co-host of this podcast, Lindsey Hughes joined me to discuss the struggle of making new friends in your 20's/post-grad. We chatted about our experiences trying to make new friends in our towns, suggestions on where to find said friends, & just related to you guys on this topic. Lindsey opened up about her experience making friends post-breakup & making friends in quarantine. We also chatted about social anxiety, making friends that align with your beliefs, & MUCH more! ENJOY! Tracklist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1vijKNSW8P0a0eAjdEqqpI?si=XPkI5m3aT1mrXNa2--myDg Lindsey's podcast "Unfiltered": https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unfiltered/id1498954335 Lindsey's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/lindseyhughes Lindsey's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livinlikelindsey/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

In this episode, I discussed the unrealistic beauty standards women are held to in our society. I chatted about my personal experiences growing up as a woman & feeling like I needed to shave, change the color of my hair, be tanner, taller, skinnier, etc. I shared a bunch of listener's input on the unrealistic beauty standards they're held to as well, circling back to the fact that we are ALL beautiful no matter who tells us we need to change. I hope everyone listening knows that. ENJOY! Tracklist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7wpva42sjEsbpzUfJokM6K?si=n1LAWugoR4ys3N3222_LgA --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

Hi friends! In this episode, I played only Black female artists, chatted about how to continue to support the Black Lives Matter movement in your communities as well as here in Portland where the feds have taken over our town. I chatted about my thoughts on federal officers in Portland, being frontline, & how to get involved otherwise. ENJOY! Tracklist: https://spoti.fi/2ZUOU5H Poppy's full playlist: https://spoti.fi/39pR1l4 Donate to PDX Defense Fund (bail outs): https://venmo.com/defensefundPDX Donate to Rosehip Medics (medical aid): https://venmo.com/Rosehip-Medics Donate to Riot Ribs (supplies & food): $riotribs on CashApp Donate to Anti-Racist organizations: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ab_mn?refcode=tweet Click to Tweet for justice for Breonna Taylor: https://ctt.ac/CE1U1 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

*TRIGGER WARNING* In this episode, I discussed the monsters of the music industry who hide behind their false image. I shared personal experiences with artists, discussed recent sexual abuse allegations coming out with artists I loved, & talked about how I would like accountability with music artists like I would any other abuser. ENJOY! Tracklist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6Tm67WLUnjs53xs9hxZrZa?si=TaQmxhHKThSm3RmXPMVN2w --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

In this episode, I discussed my issues with "woke culture" & why certain ways "woke" people think or act to others who are misinformed or disagree with them can be harmful. I discussed the importance of awareness, empathy & understanding over moral superiority. ENJOY! -Full "The Problem with Wokeness" talk: https://youtu.be/Sni7ghqHBJw -Maryam Hasnaa's course on "Waking Up From Being Woke": https://www.maryamhasnaa.com/store/p214/Waking_Up_From_Being_Woke_Set.html -Tracklist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/20mbJsXuyvDZu7oTfoiEFT?si=6_RNDPSZQ06itpl3ExsOOA --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

In this episode, I wanted to continue the #BlackLivesMatter conversation I started in episode 84. I chatted about the importance of keeping the momentum up with this movement, continuing to protest, call on your local officials for police reform, & keep having hard conversations in your home while educating yourself on how to be anti-racist. I shared stories of my experiences at Portland, OR protests & chatted about how to continue to show up for the #BlackLivesMatter movement. Tracklist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1J3LQp3GhxtHJe1OY0E6AC?si=hOKPRtaEQaOZ8v4nPYk4MA Nathan's video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bftJQ11f_XA "What has the uprising accomplished" post: https://www.instagram.com/p/CBDWk6GgLfx/ Portland city budget update as of 6/11/20: https://www.oregonlive.com/portland/2020/06/portland-city-council-fails-to-agree-on-police-spending-will-revote-on-budget-next-week.html --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

In this episode, I discussed my white privilege, how white people need to be educating themselves on black issues, holding their friends & family accountable, & acting as true allies for our black peers. All resources spoken about in this episode are in the replies of this thread: https://twitter.com/MeghanHughes/status/1266095227481124865 Tracklist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/09lmtQW2YIvtReYkQeUmKl?si=HZNDlmzKRXOOkPec0pZycA --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

In this episode, I did another music focused episode talking about why I stan The 1975 & why you should too! They are a pop rock band making easily digestible social & political anthems that are sonically woven into beautiful masterpieces. I went through their discography dating back to 2012 & played my favorite tunes for you. ENJOY! Tracklist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1RBHqFT09Lj4apDJIeg5kM?si=8h6p7B_eRFSqzJKfODlUwg --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

In this episode, I discussed the struggle to find motivation during quarantine & in life in general. I chatted about competition & comparison in friend groups as well as on social media. I also discussed how to get motivated to workout while fighting the urge to compare yourself to how you used to look. We chatted about a lot! ENJOY! Tracklist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3NSZ1k9VVZXdtmU8EbQnKb?si=ElFFk3ClT8GOp0lpQwDlSQ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

In this episode, I'm chatting about setting boundaries with family, dealing with unsupportive parents or parents who don't "get you", sibling drama, & how to connect more with your parents as you get older! ENJOY! Tracklist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4zuiqmKj5jDXFAkqnQg5YJ?si=vnpTJtqRTZ-QxPY6cWjnoA --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

*This is a NSFW episode folks* We REALLY got into it. In this podcast, I talked about why people who eat p*ssy go to heaven, chatted about period sex, anal accidents, sex at your parents house, first times, getting too in your head, partners not fulfilling you, & SO MUCH MORE! In my humble opinion, this was truly the best sex themed episode yet! ENJOY! Tracklist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2HGAcjjTpQIxHDQhSYZIMB?si=nWaxcEWzTeydJpKgTKnPsQ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

In this episode, I chatted about Coronavirus & its impact on mental health. I tried to lighten your mood a bit, while also touching on the severity of this global pandemic. I gave some suggestions for activities to do while social distancing, as well as dietary suggestions for maintaining a healthy immune system during this time. ENJOY! Tracklist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0nYLaDynt2THTQMHHiklTH?si=_macBXQhS-q1DwZrq8z2ug --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

In this episode, I discussed SZA & her entire discography. I chatted about my love for her, when it started, played some of her early music before her debut album CTRL, & I hope you enjoy! Tracklist (doesn't include Sobriety, Advil, or Ice.Moon as they're not on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3JvdzXc4T9LSjtEqRfhmOr?si=oJpyOQzcRb2Y9uyySwsTXA --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

In this episode, I discuss public shame, my experience with it, the affect it has on people, & the reasons why we should be more cautious with cancel culture. Tracklist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7GAgQjdJgKRm1fdsfWwW9z?si=3wDW2246QrmJ4ej9VjFtTw --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

In this podcast, I chatted about A LOT of sexual topics! From titty fucking to toys to fetishes to anal to sex post trauma! I covered all of your questions you sent in on instagram & shared my (maybe TMI) experiences & advice. ENJOY! Tracklist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/24ewqM1mersKbjebyZ1Wsg?si=5QgT2BsoSPOMviR3i9QkUA --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support

In this episode, I had an honest & vulnerable chat about how I realized I suffer from seasonal depression, how I feel when my partner is struggling with a spell of depression, the feelings of isolation or loneliness, & what to do to stay feeling stable when you're sad. ENJOY! Tracklist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1j01jTsAvT3oBK3g3VSRqy?si=cM8YGdbDRWy9aeKGy102WQ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meghan-hughes/support