Call Your Sister

Did I ghost you? yes but I am sorry. As a sorry for my disappearing act let me provide with updates to some topics we discussed last year:Ukraine vs Russia War by the way is still happeninglisten to original episode here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1253186/12491446 Donald Trump our favorite Cheeto. listen to original episode here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1253186/12491446 Florida / DeSantis Updates. listen to original episode here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1253186/12635331Titanic Expedition explorers may they rest in peace. listen to original episode here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1253186/13081258References: https://www.usnews.com/news/best-countries/slideshows/a-timeline-of-the-russia-ukraine-conflicthttps://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/16/nyregion/trump-civil-fraud-trial-ruling.htmlhttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/trumps-2024-trials-where-they-stand-and-what-to-expecthttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/supreme-court-trump-ballot-eligibility-colorado/https://eaglenews.org/29280/news/florida-house-bill-999-what-it-is-what-it-isnt-and-its-potential-impact-at-fgcu/https://www.aaastateofplay.com/which-us-states-ban-the-most-books/Support the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

Current Events discussion: Imagine paying 250k to go see the Titanic, which is approximately 13,000 ft underwater on a submarine that is sealed from the outside, and end up missing 1 hour and 44 minutes into the voyage. Prayers to the 5 victims on the vessel and their families. Resources:https://nypost.com/2023/06/19/inside-the-missing-submarine-that-explores-the-titanic/https://www.cnn.com/americas/live-news/titanic-submersible-missing-search-06-20-23/index.html Support the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

In this episode Lil Sis Alex and Cousin Sheera discuss Travis Rudolph and Dominique Jones case (trial still happening). This case is pretty nuts! What is loyalty to you? When does loyalty become stupid?  Cause man! What do you expect in return? Listen to how Alex and Sheera talk about Friendships, Social Media, Loyalty, B Simone, Caillou, Hair and the Canada Wildfire. Trigger Warning: this episode contains discussion regarding domestic violence. References:https://www.courttv.com/news/fl-v-travis-rudolph-ex-nfl-player-murder-trial/https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/who-travis-rudolph-s-ex-girlfriend-dominique-jones-all-need-know-former-nfl-wr-s-personal-lifeSupport the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

In this episode Lil Sis Alex and Cousin Sheera have a roundtable discussion on the controversial topic of gender identity.  Did you know there are 107 different gender identities currently listed for 2023!? Would you consider people whose gender identity does not match assigned sex at birth as having gender dysphoria? Do you believe in gender equally? Should there be a limit or restrictions to what activities transgender people can participate in? References:(Sister in the news article)https://nypost.com/2023/05/16/university-of-wyoming-sorority-sisters-say-they-live-in-fear-of-trans-member/(Help a sister out  question)https://www.reddit.com/r/AskReddit/comments/13j3u2/reddit_i_bought_a_car_from_my_sister_for_600_she/Mentioned on the show:https://www.sexualdiversity.org/edu/1111.phphttps://www.hrc.org/resources/sexual-orientation-and-gender-identity-terminology-and-definitionsSupport the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

Happy Late Mother's Day!   This week lil sis Alex shares her motherhood journey. Listen to Alex talk about becoming an autism mom.Check out our new segment "Help a Sister Out!" Min Mark (51:00)is this girl an asshole for not inviting her autistic sister to her art show? Support the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

This week Little Sis Alex, Cousins Sheera and Yassy have a roundtable conversation about Sexual Assault,  Abusers, Guns and D.A.R.E. Listening in to the cousins discuss: do you think there is real accountability for sexual assault crimes? How does race and generation play a part? What about men and their assaults? Survivors can never forget the abuse they endured. They live with it everyday, do you think the same applies to the abuser? Do you believe abusers can change? Why or why not?  Why do you think people are numb to abusers? Trey Songz for an example he is always on the news. What are your views on gun control?  What D.A.R.E song did you sing growing up? The cousins are all over the place this week!TG Warning: Sexual Assault References:https://wocninc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/SAFAQ-1.pdfhttps://www.nsvrc.org/statisticsSupport the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

This week join little sis Alex and her Bestie Elizabeth as they discuss Florida and Governor Ron DeSantis. DeSantis has super conservative views on race, gender and education. Currently in Florida law HB 5 prohibits an abortion after an unborn child has reached 15 weeks of gestation however Desantis stated he would sign an abortion ban outlawing the procedure once cardiac activity is detected — around the sixth week of pregnancy if the house proposed bill. Pronouns no longer allowed in schools in Florida. Alex and Elizabeth discuss Florida House Bill 999 eliminating diversity programs in colleges and Florida House bill 543 allows gun owners to carry a concealed firearm without a state permit. Whew it's alot! References:https://www.flgov.com/2022/04/14/governor-ron-desantis-signs-bill-to-protect-the-lives-of-floridas-most-vulnerable/https://19thnews.org/2023/03/ron-desantis-florida-abortion-laws-restrictions/https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/education/article273384410.html#storylink=mainstage_cardhttps://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/culture-war-bill-targets-higher-education-in-florida/2988894/https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/rankings/educationhttps://pen.org/florida-book-bans-not-a-hoax/https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/theres-confusion-over-book-bans-in-florida-schools-heres-why/2023/03https://apnews.com/article/desantis-diversity-race-gender-transgender-448eb22689828a016dc7582d72ae493ehttps://www.local10.com/news/local/2023/03/25/permitless-gun-carry-law-passes-florida-house/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organicDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.comSupport the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

This week little sis Alex and cousin Sheera are joined by special guest Lakshmi Rengarajan. Lakshmi is a connection expert working to expand the narrative around romance in the age of big tech. After spending several years working for Match.com and WeWork, Lakshmi felt called to address what dating apps are doing to our hearts. When it comes to dating-- meeting is easy, but connecting is harder. How can singles cultivate a genuine connection in the age of big tech? Listen in as Lakshmi explains  what the revival of Set-Up culture means for modern dating.  Give thought how to integrate these assisted-connections into your life. After all  just because you're in a relationship, doesn't mean you can't contribute to the dating scene (side eye not that way)-- but when you set up a friend, less is more. Watch how Lakshmi walks Sheera through an example using her friend Omar. (Hey Omar!) Consider, how can people give singles the best opportunities for relationship-success when making these introductions? Hint: It's not matchmaking! Laskhmi also dives into relationships in the workplace how she bought her experience with romantic relationships to help cultivate better workplace relationships. Listen to Lakshmi Rengarajan's Podcast Paired by The People:https://www.pairedbythepeople.com/Follow Lakshmi Rengarajan: Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/pairedbythepeople/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/pairedbythepplLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lakshmi-rengarajan-she-her-077b3aa?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2FShow our cousin some love! Sheera: https://www.instagram.com/quemascandleco/Support the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

This week little sis Alex calls her cousins Sheera, Owner of Quemas Candle Co, and Yassy, Owner of MissYassyBakes. Listen in as they discuss the horrific death of Shanquella Robinson. Imagine going on vacation with "friends" and 1 day into the trip everything turns south. Cousins Alex, Sheera and Yassy talk through what this case means to them. What new fears they now have with traveling with "friends" (Imagínate!) and when will any us see any movement on this case!?  Show our cousins some love! Sheera: https://www.instagram.com/quemascandleco/Yassy: https://www.instagram.com/missyassybakes/References:https://www.npr.org/2022/12/04/1140005725/mexican-authorities-are-investigating-shanquella-robinsons-death-as-a-femicidehttps://abcnews.go.com/US/rally-shanquella-robinson-american-tourist-died-mexico-held/story?id=94935009https://www.gofundme.com/f/shanquella-robinson-funeral-serviceshttps://www.instagram.com/thenorthcarolinabeat/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3DDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.comSupport the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

Welcome to Season 2! Short and Sweet welcome episode. Catch up with Host/ Little Sis Alex as she gives you updates on the Podcast and asks what the fuck is going on in the world? Listen in as Alex talks about her thoughts on the War on Ukraine, Donald Trump R. Kelly and banking in the US.  Don’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.comSupport the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

In this episode sisters Alex and Astrid return from vacation to discuss the Roe v Wade overturn and what that means for society. Sisters raise some questions and logistics that were not considered. This includes health complications, the rising healthcare cost, the formula shortage, amount of children in foster care currently homeless and much more. It is a difficult time for women and families alike. The power of choice is slowly being removed and America is blurring the lines between religion and state each day. Sisters are at a loss for words as to what to do next as it is highly dependent on the states. Do we want to go back in time when pro-lifers were blocking abortion clinic entrances? Do we want witness doctors being killed in cold blood because of their medical practices? Do we want absolve women of the power of choice for their healthcare needs? There is much at stake with the overturn of Roe v Wade and hopefully, the families who want to continue having choices on when and how to extend their families will find viable solutions during this unprecedented time.Sisters are open to hearing of possible solutions.Don’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.comSupport the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

In this episode sisters Alexandra Hodge and Astrid Ferguson discuss their recent mini-vacation at Chicago, IL. They had the whole experience of visiting the Navy Pier, seeing the Chicago bean, and Boystown. They got to experience the LGBTQ+ community in a whole new way and loved the community of Chicago. This made the Memorial Day weekend one to remember and an excuse to visit once more.If you have not visited Chicago we definitely recommend exploring the many lake fronts, beach settings, bike ride San Francisco vibe, and the many restaurants with great food. The sisters had the luxury of staying with some of their close friends while riding in their TESLA. Which the sisters had their own likes and dislikes about the TESLA to share in this episode. Life is meant to be lived and explored and that is exactly what sisters Alexandra Hodge and Astrid Ferguson share in this episode.Don’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cyspodcast)Support the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

In this episode sisters, Alexandra Hodge and Astrid Ferguson, discuss the top five characteristics of emotional intelligence and how the pandemic has caused a decline in social skills. Many of us have been noticing the over stimulation while in the office. We find the noise, small talk, and even the clock ticking as a distraction. This all has to deal with a decline in our social skills.It is only natural that after two years of socialization reduced to a mute button and a screen that most of us forgot to hold the door for each other as a sign of courtesy. Many have been watching the news of the Buffalo, NY racial hate crime to the Texas recent elementary school shooting while clinching our teeth. It is seriously scary out there. However, we can peel back the layers and discover underneath it all--an overlooked mental health condition. As sisters wrap up mental health awareness month, check out different ways you can raise your emotional intelligence. Being more emotionally intelligent helps us all become more aware of our emotions and foster more meaningful relationships with others. We cannot save or change everyone, but we can save each other some pain.Don’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cyspodcast)Support the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

After a couple of weeks of overcoming colds, company trips/engagements, and just life turning sisters Alexandra Hodge and Astrid Ferguson into  anti-social bums, they decided to come back for a little catch-up. As many are aware, Kevin Samuels passing along with more pressing matters like the supreme court voting on the case of Roe vs. Wade implications on women's bodies.While Kevin Samuels suggested that women who were over an 8 were the only women capable of catching a six-figure income earning man, he failed to highlight once again, that women bodies continue to be mans favorite topic of choice. Hence in the Roe vs. Wade leaning towards banning abortions claiming it is the "Christian" thing to do. While sisters do not necessarily believe in abortions they do believe that it should remain a woman's choice to have or not have children. Kevin Samuels passing is unfortunate. Sadly the women who he spoke about in a degrading manor, are neither moved nor concerned with his passing. That is something many are still unable to grapple with. So sisters simply say listen to your emotions and attend to them the best way you know how. Only you know what either of these important topics mean to you and strongly suggest you exercise your rights.Don’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cyspodcast)Support the showSupport the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

In this episode Astrid Ferguson and Alexandra Hodge circle back on childhood memories and define what feels safe in relationship. Astrid the older sister identifies loyalty and integrity as one of her core values. It is such a high value for her that when others don't reciprocate the gesture she begins to withdraw. Have you listener, ever felt like this?Alexandra identifies the need for safety and transparency. No one likes to be left in the dark but if it plays on the persons insecurities that person should ask themselves if that is a person worth keeping. As individuals sisters Astrid and Alex have found, that surrounding yourself with people that bring out the best in you is the best remedy. So listen to the humor and the deep introspective conversations involving relationships, blended families, and navigating the workplace post pandemic. Like what are we wearing does anyone know?Don’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cyspodcast)Support the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

In this episode sisters Alexandra hodge and Astrid Ferguson decide to weigh in on a clip from a fellow podcast that went viral. The aries and scorpio podcast shared a clip about a guest that stated "She would rather die on the side of the road than call her daughters father." Naturally, Alex and Astrid decided to share some of their own struggles with co-parenting and learn when to put egos aside for the best interest of their sons.Parenting is not easy for any parent. Hence, Alex shares the added layer of raising a an autistic child to the complexities and it makes it that much harder. Single moms are overwhelmed and should not have to do it all. The same can be said about single fathers. Although they are not highlighted as often. Co-parenting is harder to do when two parents are constantly competing and expectations on who should be doing what for the child exist. Ideally, both parents should be contributing to raise a child in a positive environment (in the same or different households). Even if both parents don't get along co-parenting can be achieved if the best interest of the child is prioritized.So listen and let us know what is getting in the way of your co-parenting.?Don’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.comSupport the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

In this episode sisters Alexandra Hodge and Astrid Ferguson discuss withdrawing from grief and it's after affects. It is not secret that grief has been the center at the demise of many of the characters we have witnessed in both real life and in our favorite stories (Bridgerton, Encanto, and even the Yeezy Netflix series to name a few). Grief is a tragic emotion most of us have or will experience in many different forms.However, why is it so much easier to drown grief with responsibilities, accomplishments and accolades? Most of us have probably been told that emotions are a sign of weakness. So in this episode Astrid Ferguson shares her experience with grief when she lost her father the same year she had her first born son. A candid conversation only two sisters can share.So please listen along and ask yourselves how do you deal with grief? How does this coping mechanism work for you?Don’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cyspodcast)Support the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

In this episode Alexandra Hodge and Astrid Ferguson discuss diversity and inclusion in the workplace, biases they didn’t realize they had, and the brown eye blue eye experiment by Jane Elliot. Most people think of diversity and inclusion as one of the same but in reality they are separate. In the workplace the main thing that is missing and spent the least amount of time is in, is training. Alexandra who worked in HR many years, particularly in the training department, shares how costly hiring a new person can easily become and human capital being the prime investment for organizations not fully utilized.Sisters Alexandra and Astrid challenge you to discover your own biases while also discovering the level of engagement provided by your organization for people of color. Hiring people of color just to meet a quota is not conducive and is the antiquated way of looking at diversity and inclusion. Listen to Astrid share what she has learned within the first week of courses of her certification in diversity and inclusion.Don’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.comSupport the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

In this episode sisters Alexandra and Astrid discuss what is the mom complex and how it compares to mom guilt. Hint: they are not discussing the mom complex referring to dating terms. Many know the mom complex when it refers to a guy dating females who mirror traits of his mother. We are talking about the mom complex as it relates to care vs. loving your children.Big sister, Astrid Ferguson discusses a conversation she was recently in and the shameful thoughts that came up for working moms who are also breadwinners. Some of these households also relate to stay at home dads. The unnatural conversation that transpire when mom's feel guilt when it relates to hiring others to fulfill mom duties many don't particular enjoy. The shaming guilt behind not budgeting for a nanny for instance as a mothers career progressive and how many of us confuse care for love.This is a very untraditional episode as the navigation of the very serious yet taboo topics surrounding mom complex also sometimes referred to as mom guilt.Don’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.comSupport the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com

In this episode, sisters Alexandra Hodge and Astrid Ferguson discuss experimentation with sexuality only to find out they are just extremely boring straight females! Alex genuinely wants to keep exploring and researching the topic of polyamory. So if you know someone who is poly or in a poly relationship send them our way. Besides the comical messy discussion on dating, the sisters tackle some current events that have hit the streets since their last episode.Prayers for Ukraine while they experience Russian invasion and refugees become increasingly desperate. Information is pretty scarce on Ukraines state so please help where possible. Brief discussions include Lynching finally becoming a federal hate crime in America and sleepy Biden asking Americans to return to the office. This is an action packed episode and as always, comical. Don’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.comSupport the showDon’t forget to follow us on our social media accounts:https://www.callyoursisterpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cys_podcast Facebook: Call Your Sister PodcastTwitter: @CYS_PodEmail: cysnation@gmail.com