Author, essayist and journalist Meghan Daum has spent decades giving voice—and bringing nuance, humor and surprising perspectives—to things that lots of people are thinking but are afraid to say out loud. Now, she brings her observations to the realm of conversation. In candid, free-ranging interviews, Meghan talks with artists, entertainers, journalists, scientists, scholars, and anyone else who’s willing to do the “unspeakable” and question prevailing cultural and moral assumptions.
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Hi friend! If you are a woman who does not have kids by chance, not by choice, this message is for you. If you had an inner desire to be a mother but never came to reality, this show is for you. If you got married at a later stage in your life, or if you are single and you never had the chance to even try, this is for you. If you were a mama at some point and suffered a loss, this is for you too. And if you want to feel like you are a part of a community alongside other women who have walked ...
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A podcast for women (and even men) with an honest voice about the realities of living without children. It is my mission to provide a platform for this global group, to create a supportive environment & community for the Childless and Childfree to share our stories and experiences.(un)Ripe is a vibrant, supportive community hosted by me, Jo Vraca. Each fortnight, I speak with women and men, counsellors, spinsters, hypnotherapists, journalists, authors, women who are in the middle of grief, o ...
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This is a weekly podcast where a single, childless man and a married mother of one try to make one another laugh while discussing their interpretations of the world. If there's one thing they can agree on, it's that farts are funny.
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In today's episode, I am sharing with you the recent wave of grief that came over me, finding myself in that dark hole again, and the simple steps I took to get out of it. If you have ever felt this way, tune in to feel less alone in your childless by chance journey. Connect with Elizabeth: IG: @bychance.gathering Stay connected & up to date with a…
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19. Finding Life and Joy Again After A Traumatic Experience & Infertility With Melissa Jones
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In today's episode, we chat with Melissa Jones who along with her husband Erik, decided to embrace a child-free life after six years of struggling with infertility. Their journey included a traumatic medical experience where Erik faced a life-threatening situation due to an infertility-related surgery. Melissa continues to actively support the chil…
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Where We Go Next (Meghan interviewed!) - Podcaster Michael Callahan turns the tables on your host
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This week, something a little different: Meghan is the interview subject! In a special end-of-summer episode, The Unspeakable pairs up with Michael Callahan and his podcast Where We Go Next. In a conversation that Michael posted earlier this month, he and Meghan talk about how to avoid audience capture in the “heterodox space,” how the term “commun…
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18. From Loneliness to Community and The Power of Childless Not By Choice with Civilla Morgan
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Today's conversation with Civilla is about her journey of trying to have a child as a single woman, specifically through adoption. This later led to her passion for providing a voice to the childless community, not by choice, through her podcast for about nine years now. Civilla is an Author, Blogger, and founder of the Childless not by Choice podc…
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In the latest installment of Casual August, writer and educator Larissa Phillips joins the pod to respond to the August 2 interview with Vanessa Grigoriadis, who theorized that childless cat ladies were secretly happier than moms, especially moms raising young children while caring for aging parents. Larissa related to much of what Vanessa said, bu…
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In this heartfelt conversation, Lisa shares her journey of living child-free after infertility, revealing the challenges and emotional toll of miscarriages and failed fertility treatments. She discusses her powerful transition from self-blame to self-validation, the significance of sharing one’s story, and finding joy beyond motherhood. Drawing fro…
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“While some might argue that collaboration with fascists, TERFs, and racist edgelords does not constitute endorsement of violent and anti-liberation views, we disagree. There can be no innocent collaboration with such people.” That was the official statement from Hiding Press, the small, independent poetry press that was set to publish writer Emmal…
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16. My husband’s Perspective: Our infertility and Childless Journey with Victor Guss
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Today's episode is our first couple's edition, my first episode with my husband Victor Guss...and he did not disappoint! Stemming from something a family member said regarding our "by chance" choice, I had the intention of having a conversation with him on this podcast so we could illuminate the husband's or male partner's insight and perspective r…
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Do Childless Women Get The Last Laugh? Journalist Vanessa Grigoriadis speaks her unspeakable truth
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Meghan, a childless dog lady, had a whole other episode cued up for this week when her friend Vanessa Grigoriadis called her with a surprising observation. According to Vanessa, moms today are so stressed out (even miserable) that childless women are getting the last laugh. This is especially true for women in midlife who started families in their …
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In today's episode, I had a very profound conversation with Carrie, a freelance writer based in Northern California known for her vulnerable and authentic writing. We dive into Carrie's journey through infertility, the significant loss of her daughter Clementine, and the eventual embrace of a child-free life with her husband. They explore the emoti…
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This is a premium episode with Jamie Reed.This episode is available to paid listeners. To hear the entire conversation, become a paying subscriber here. Jamie will be in The Unspeakeasy as part of our Unspeakers Series on Aug. 7, 2024. Apply to join The Unspeakeasy now if you want the chance to meet her in a private, off-the-record hangout. “What i…
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In this episode, I'm talking about the importance of acknowledging and embracing all emotions, particularly for women living childfree not by choice. I reflect on my personal journey with infertility and adoption, because I've realized that sad stories do NOT define a sad life. We talk about the significance of processing emotions like sadness and …
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Who Was The Hollywood Con Queen? Scott Johnson on the most unbelievable true story ever told
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Between 2013 and 2020, hundreds of people who worked in the entertainment industry—from actors and writers to photographers, makeup artists, and security personnel—were targeted by brilliant and bizarre scammer who came to be known as the Con Queen of Hollywood. The Con Queen impersonated famous female studio executives and convinced many of her ma…
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In this heartfelt episode, my guest Dana shares her journey of getting married later in life and the emotional and physical aspects of entering midlife and perimenopause. The conversation delves into the challenges of infertility, the grief of childlessness, and the importance of finding joy and community. Listen in while she talks about the value …
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We hear all the time that children are resilient — and should be even more so! But do divorcing parents overestimate their kids’ resilience to justify their actions? Should “staying together for the children” come back into style? Returning guest Bridget Phetasy talks about her recent article for The Spectator about an aspect of divorce that rarely…
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In this episode, we chat with Elyse, a single woman navigating life without children or a partner. We discuss societal expectations, personal reflections, and the emotional journey of accepting one's path. Elise shares her experiences with therapy, coping mechanisms, and the importance of communication. She also emphasizes the significance of commu…
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Jennifer Sey has been an elite gymnast, a high level marketing executive at Levi’s, and an outspoken critic of protracted school closures during the Covid pandemic. That last role led her to become a prominent figure in the new free speech movement, and she fulfilled that role by writing a book and starting a Substack about her conscription into th…
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In this episode, we have a conversation with Amy as we dive into the significant life decisions influenced by her medical condition, including her choice not to have children. She also shares the personal journey that led her to start her podcast, Diaries of a Heart Warrior, which highlights stories of those living with similar heart conditions. Am…
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Has Gay Pride Shamed Itself? FAIR director Monica Harris on how a mighty movement lost the plot.
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Are you relieved that Gay Pride month is over? Monica Harris, an author, attorney, activist, and the executive director of the Foundation Against Intolerance and Racism (FAIR) fought for LGBT civil rights in the 1980s and 1990s. Today, she finds herself dismayed by the current state of that movement. In this conversation, Monica talks about how we …
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In today's episode, I'm sharing some of the major lessons I've learned over the past decade. Reflecting on my struggles with infertility, adoption, and personal growth, I offer three powerful insights: the importance of asking for help, the danger of losing oneself in single-minded pursuits, and the necessity of recognizing and exercising the power…
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Writer and podcaster Sarah Hepola returns to The Unspeakable to talk about love, sex, #MeToo, Harvey Weinstein’s overturned rape conviction, her new job at The Dallas Morning News, her book in progress, and why she thinks local reporting will lead the way out of the media abyss. GUEST BIO Sarah Hepola is a features staff writer at the Dallas Mornin…
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9. Finding Herself + Purpose As a Late Bloomer Amidst All Life Changing Moments with Rebecca Schlosser
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In today's episode, I have a heartfelt and inspirational conversation with Rebecca, a Kundalini yoga teacher, and breathwork facilitato. Rebecca opens up about her personal journey, including her late bloom into self-discovery and acceptance, and her choice to lead a childfree life. We explore topics of of self-love, healing, societal expectations,…
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Paid subscribers get full access to my interview with Andrew Boryga. The first portion of this episode is available to all listeners. To hear the entire conversation, become a paying subscriber here. Who says you can’t write a novel skewing social justice excesses? Andrew Boryga has done just that — to critical acclaim. His debut novel VICTIM tells…
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In today's episode, our guest Michelle shares her deeply personal journey through infertility and the emotional challenges of ending her adoption efforts. Michelle's vulnerability and honesty shine through as we discuss our similar experiences, touching on topics such as the impact of childlessness on mental health, the healing process, and the pow…
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7. Healing From Within and Embracing Purpose With Lihn James
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In today's episode, we sit down with my friend, yoga teacher, and mentor Linh. She shares her unique perspective on choosing to live without children, her journey of spiritual and emotional healing, and tactical ways to practice self-care. With a multifaceted background including a master's degree in spiritual psychology, Lin delves into her person…
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Is Working At Denny’s Better Than Going To College? William Deresiewicz on the zombie apocalypse of elite education.
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Is college pointless? Is an “elite education” more about networking than learning? Returning guest William Deresiewicz has been pondering these questions for more than a decade. They were the subject of his bestselling 2014 book Excellent Sheep: The Miseducation of the American Elite and the Way to a Meaningful Life. That book has just been reissue…
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6. Overcoming Grief and Finding Purpose with Amy Sullivan
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In this episode, we have a soulful conversation with my friend Amy, founder of Aspire Zen. We dive deep into Amy's personal journey and healing tools, discussing the challenges and liberating aspects of living a child-free life. We talk about the importance of community, morning routines, managing emotions, healthy eating habits and more! Amy is a …
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In this episode, I just want to express a heartfelt: I see you and I get it. We discuss the importance of community, validation and belonging. I want all women who listen to this show to find supper their journeys through the show, regardless of their past. We chat about empathy, vulnerability, and the ongoing conversation on personal growth, heali…
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Paid subscribers get full access to my interview with Nellie Bowles. The first half of this episode is available to all listeners. To hear the entire conversation, become a paying subscriber here. You may know Nellie Bowles from TGIF, her popular news roundup in The Free Press. Before that, she reported on Silicon Valley for The New York Times. Now…
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Trauma & Critical Care Surgeon Whole Body Optimism™ founder & CEO Beyond the operating room, she helps empower high-performing healthcare professionals to achieve holistic wellness through clean living, blending medical expertise with timeless wellness practices to foster physical vitality, mental clarity, and spiritual fulfillment. Connect wit…
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The Many Lives of Glenn Loury
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This week’s guest is economist and public intellectual Glenn Loury. Glenn is almost certainly no stranger to Unspeakable listeners, many of whom know him from his long-running podcast The Glenn Show. In addition to opining there about political and social issues, Glenn is a fellow at the Manhattan Institute and the Merton P. Stoltz Professor of the…
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In today's episode, we chat with Julia Christine, a podcast host and intuitive healer, to share her personal journey of transformation, healing, and how she came to terms with not having children. Julia opens up about her battle with body image, her significant weight loss journey, and how these experiences led her to choose herself over the societ…
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In today's episode, we have a deeply personal conversation with Brandi, a life coach and the co-owner of the Zero Proof Life community. We dive into Brandi's experiences with infertility, miscarriage, and her decision to quit alcohol, highlighting the complexities of dealing with societal expectations around motherhood. Brandi shares her profession…
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In this premiere episode, I share my personal journey and the motivation behind creating this podcast focused on women who don't have children by chance, not by choice. This show exists to foster conversations, offer support, and build a community for women who have experienced the longing or loss associated with not being a mother. Whether due to …
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This episode is with one of our guest speakers at The Unspeakeasy retreat in Chicago. If you’re interested in going, learn more here. This week Meghan welcomes returning guest Erec Smith. He is an academic whose area of scholarship is Rhetoric, but he also writes and speaks frequently about the state of race politics in America, particularly the pe…
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