Sisters Unashamed: Recent Episodes
Melonie Singleton
Melonie and Kristin discuss all things "shameful" with little to no shame and try to make people feel a little less alone. Check out this safe space to share your truth unashamed.
Melonie and Kristin say their "not goodbyes" and announce that they are taking a break from podcasting for now. It's been a wild ride and they wouldn't change a moment of it! But, they are tired, exhausted and busy little bees who need to take a breather. They hope that listeners know how much this experience has meant to them! Feel free to message @sistersunashamed on all social media platforms!
TRIGGER WARNING!!!! This episode is a HEAVY episode focused solely around child sexual abuse and how it impacted Melonie and Kristin as children. Please listen with care.
Part 2 of last week's episode - Misty shares the rest of her story. We could talk to her for days!
We are back! AND with a guest we are so excited to share with you - Misty! She is a childhood friend and grew up in a cult adjacent to our own. She shares her own CULTY background, how she first got involved and then how she ended up deconstructing from that cult just a couple of years ago at the age of 28. This episode is in two parts so come back next week for the rest of Misty's story!
Today we have our season finale - A Holiday Special with Special Guests - Ryan and Brittney! We keep this episode light and fun with some healthy holiday competition and general silliness. This episode is the last of the year and of season 1. We will return January 11th with the first episode of Season 2! We cannot wait and look forward to another season of being unashamed and unafraid. Stay safe out there and take care - much love!
TW: This episode mentions suicide attempts, anxiety, depression and OCD. Please listen with care.
This week, we welcome back a repeat-guest: Hannah! But this time, she comes with her sweet hubby, Nick. After playing "Get to Know Your Guests" they speak frankly about their own struggles with mental illness and how they navigate those struggles as a couple. We learn and gain some insight from them and have laughs along the way. We suspects that you'll enjoy their company as much as we did!
TRIGGER WARNING we do discuss rape and sexual assault in this episode.
In this Episode Melonie and Kristin try to keep it light with a few segments but then one decides to take over the talk of the pod. Listen in as we talk about the inappropriate ways some men approach women; and how our own experiences have made us uncomfortable around these types of men.
Melonie and Kristin jump right back in after a short holiday break. They start with an affirmation and journaling activity - join in! And then they open up about a family secret and how it impacted them each differently as children. They share their perspectives on learning about the secret and ways that the secret created feelings of shame. They end the episode with some helpful information on how to talk to kids about difficult topics in order to avoid creating an environment of secrecy and shame for their developing minds.
In this episode, Melonie and Kristin welcome their guest Sedi Thato - a confidence and mindset coach. Sedi posts inspirational and informative content on a her socials. Check her out @Sedi_Thato.S on Insta and Thato Sedi on FB.
TRIGGER WARNING: Topics related to eating disorders are discussed in this episode, including detials around restricting, binging and purging. Melonie and Kristin address a topic that they felt it was high time to talk about - "food trauma?" Listen as they discuss their unhealthy relationships with food and how it has changed and continues to change over the years.
Melonie and Kristin continue their conversation with Hannah in this second part of episode 8. They end the episode with some fun candy tasting - heads-up for those who may be ASMR averse.
This is part 1 of a 2 part episode. Part 2 will be released one week following the release of part 1.
In Episode 8, the sisters are joined by their friend Hannah. They tell a "spooooky" story and then talk about just how scary it really is. Listen in and let us know if you have any scary stories to share yourself.
Stay unashamed!
In this light and fun episode, Melonie and Kristin giggle their way through several segments - "unshaming" a variety of topics as they go. Don't miss out on funny church signs, outrageously audacious f*ck bois and so much more.
This is a "R" rated episode with plenty of profanity and "shameful" dialogue.
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses many sensitive topics such as suicide, depression, anxiety, bullying/hazing and trauma.
In episode 6, Melonie and Kristin welcome their guest, RJ! They discuss with RJ his perspective on mental health, relationships and more. They debate some controversial topics and still manage to laugh, have a good time and yes, remain friends in the end.
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode mentions self-harm and other topics related to anxiety that some may find triggering. In episode 5, Kristin and Melonie discuss the big A in their life: ANXIETY. But they aren't alone! Joining them is good friend, Brittney. She talks about her personal experience with anxiety and shares some incredible insight and wisdom. You're going to love her.
In Ep. 4 Melonie and Kristin share about their adventures and misadventures in finding love. They provide the backdrop for future episodes about love and relationships. Be on the look out for their "attachment styles" episode in which they delve deeper into the link between mental/emotional health and romantic relationships.
Disclaimer - This is a more "R-rated" episode - particularly in the last 10 minutes.
For episode 3, Melonie and Kristin interview their very first guest - their brother! They discuss with him his experiences of growing up as an adopted and biracial kid in a white family.
A little taste of the episode dropping on Wednesday: Melonie and Kristin thank their listeners for their support and positive feedback. Plus, get a sneak peek at their very first guest!
In this episode Melonie and Kristin discuss their experiences growing up in a cult, how to recognize a cult and then play a fun game they are calling "CULT or CULTURE?" Information for this episode was gathered based on personal experience and an article written by Leland Kent on their website Abandoned Southeast: Preserving the Past which can be found at abandonedsoutheast.com/2018/06/28/little-bethlehem/
In this first episode get to know Melonie and Kristin and their vision for the podcast. They'll discuss their plans for future episodes and get into a couple first time segments - The Audacity & Hashtag Relatable. Check back for weekly episodes. Next week they will not post an episode due to Labor Day.