Marriage and Martinis

• Juneteenth and Celebrating Black Culture, With Bri Woodson

  Bri Woodson, descendant of Carter G. Woodson (also known as The Father of Black History), sat down with Danielle to discuss how we can each show up in this moment, as Black history is getting erased, racism is on the rise, and fear seems to be a main tactic of this administration. Bri talks about the intersection between racism and mental health, and how we need to change our understanding and treatment of that which is so deeply embedded in the soul of this country. Is it possible that racism changes the makeup of DNA and other physical aspects of human's genetic makeup? Will it even be possible to convince people, in this divisive climate, that racism is something we need to discuss and dismantle on such a more profound level? Bri also discusses how White women, and especially, parents, need to be that much more cognizant of how we are speaking to our kids, and how we are allowing others to speak and behave, just because they are "family." Why is it so important that we stop giving our friends and family a "pass" because they are people in our lives about whom we care? Additionally, she breaks down the real history and celebration behind Juneteenth, and why it is such an important aspects of Black history. This episode is filled with the truth, harsh realizations, and strategies to be better humans who show up for those in need right now, that so many of us need to hear and utilize.Follow Bri at The Controversial Blonde on Instagram and TikTok. Check out her amazing resources and substack here and then send her links to five friends, because we all need more education from Bri right now!!If you listen to Marriage and Martinis, you know what Adam and I went through after the election, and how disconnected we were. Where we are now feels worlds ahead, in a REALLY awesome way. Of course, we've been doing this communication thing publicly for a minute (ok, seven years to be exact), so we definitely have a leg up on what works. That's why I created (Re)Connecting Through The Chaos - The ONLY relationship guide for right now. Filled with activities, tons of conversation starters, and fresh ways to approach sensitive issues such as current events, boundaries with family members, and how we can better understand and show up for one another as partners. If you loved the Date Night Questions Experience, you will LOVE this guide. For podcast listeners only, use code, "RIGHTNOW" for 15% off! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Are You Smarter Than A Feminist?

  In this episode, Danielle challenges Adam to a Jeopardy-style game in which she asks him questions all about the history of Women's Rights, famous female badasses, and tons of miscellaneous knowledge concerning feminist topics.Looking to host a party, work event, or team-building experience? You have to check out Kabloom Events, and now is the perfect time and opportunity to support this LGBTQ+ inclusive company! They even donate 10% of their profits to LGBTQ+ non-profits. And make sure you mention Marriage and Martinis to get 15% off your event!It's almost the one-month anniversary of The 3AM Uprising! It has been so incredible to have a space in which like-minded, amazing women come together to uplift one another, feel safe venting and communicating, become better allies and activists, and get to have incredible experiences like workshops with experts and famous authors, and book and documentary clubs. For our one-month anniversary, I'm offering a FREE, one-week trial for our podcast listeners! Decide to stick around? It's only $29.99/month following! But the experience of being in a tight-knit community where EVERY SINGLE WOMAN supports and values the same issues as you? PRICELESS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Big Dreams, Small Business

  In this episode, Danielle and Adam discuss new ventures on which they've both recently embarked. Adam opening a new store, and the first that's just his, and Danielle launching her new Virtual Community. The two discuss taking risks and delving into unknown territory in their late 40s: their excitement, concerns, and how it's impacted their relationship. Some things they discuss:What made Adam finally take the leap and do something so major, and why now?What's it like starting a new small business right now? Tariffs, economic uncertainty, etc.How Danielle has realized that everyone has a "superpower," and how she's trying to use hers to meet this moment.How have they been impacted by weight of the world, on top of dealing with work, family stuff, etc.Will Danielle be involved in Adam's new business? If so, in what ways?Curious about being a part of Danielle's new community, The 3AM Uprising? Check it out!Sponsor: Me! Visit https://partyfair.shop/ use code: MNM20 for 20% Off your first order!Our famous Mother's Day Digital downloads are now available! Perfect for brunch, dinner, or just your next "mom's night out!" Use code "MNM15" for 15% off! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Walter English's Mission To Illuminate Black Ancestry

  Walter English has always loved history, but was always told that his family's history didn't exist. In 2021, a historian friend offered to help Walter fill in his family tree. Eventually with their help, Walter saw a slave census with his second great grandfather’s name on it. After that, everything changed for him.In this eye-opening, thought-provoking conversation, Danielle sat down with her friend Gina (who introduced her to The Blister English Project), and Walter English, a man on a mission to connect as many descendants of Chattel Slavery as possible with accurate family history. His mission is to uncover the stories and legacies that have been lost, burned, lied about or forgotten over time. And his stories and experiences are mesmerizing, gut-wrenching, and will hopefully make each of us better understand the ways in which we need to hold ourselves personally accountable to keep learning, listening, and doing our part to ensure that we progress as individuals and as a nation.Check out The Brister Project and if possible, please donate to this incredible endeavor. Follow Walter English on Instagram to stay up to date on the project and share his work far and wide!Follow Gina on Instagram for all things resistance, joy, and creativity.If you enjoyed this episode and learned something, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple and/or Spotify. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• What This Heroic Mom Wants You To Know, with Kari Rhinehart

  Admittedly, Danielle hasn't been very involved in the environmental lane of activism. We each have our lanes in which we feel most "qualified" and experienced to make an impact. And while this isn't one Danielle has concentrated on very deeply, members of her family have dedicated their life to this exact lane of activism. So when Danielle's incredible sister-in-law and her team at the Environmental Defense Fund, asked her to help disseminate crucial information that people (especially parents) may not otherwise acquire due to acts by the current administration, she of course knew she needed to use her platforms for this exact reason.Luckily, Kari Rhinehart, a mom from Indiana who has gone through the unimaginable, is beyond determined to retell her daughter's story to ensure we don't tune out and assume that just because we aren't hearing about "invisible" injustices and life-threatening exposures happening in our communities, that they aren't there. At 13-years-old, Kari's charismatic, passionate teen daughter, Emma, was diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer. Determined to find out the cause, Kari began researching, and led to the overwhelming evidence that it was caused by trichloroethylene (TCE), a carcinogen that contaminated groundwater in Franklin, Indiana. Within a decade, over 50 other local children would be diagnosed with rare forms of blood, brain, and bone cancer. Devastatingly, Emma died three months later. Kari has not stopped fighting since then. Her story is heartbreaking, brave, and a stark reminder that we live in a society in which the greatest dangers are often the ones about which we've never been informed, on purpose. This conversation is not meant to instill overwhelming fear, but is a call-to-action for each of us to be increasingly observant, alert, and to trust our gut. With the enormous federal cuts taking place in environmental protections, even the limited information we once had is greatly at risk. For the unforeseeable future, it will be up to each of us and all of us to share stories, search for truth, and fight for justice, just like Kari.One small act can help this fight! Fill out the petition telling congress to protect our communities from TCE!Want to find out if your community is at risk for Petrochemical Air Pollution? Check out this map.Passionate about Climate Action and Environmental protections? Learn more about the amazing work the EDF is doing, and donate to further support their impactful agenda.SOMETHING EXCITING IS HAPPENING! Sign up for emails to learn more about Danielle's new community for women, The 3AM Uprising! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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