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A Sex Therapist Answers Our Most UNHINGED Questions (Feat. Dr. Kate Balestrieri)

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign are joined by psychologist and certified sex therapist Dr. Kate Balestrieri for a conversation about what sex can look like after decentering men. From attachment styles and emotional regulation to celibacy, sexual freedom, solo exploration, and the lingering effects of purity culture, Dr. Kate answers some of the hosts’ most unhinged questions about women, sex, desire, and relationships. They unpack why women can struggle to take up space sexually, how patriarchal conditioning shapes our ideas about pleasure, and why understanding your own body can be one of the most empowering things you can do. But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign discuss the tragic death of actress Hayden Panettiere, react to Karoline Leavitt announcing her departure as White House Press Secretary, and cringe at Andrew Tate supporters doing push-ups outside his jail in an attempt to show their loyalty to their dork king. Later, they open the mailbag to help a 25-year-old listener who was love bombed at 19, manipulated into abandoning her engineering degree, and is now trapped in an abusive marriage with a man who tells her no one else will ever want her. She wants to know whether she should secretly return to school or focus on saving money to build a way out. 🎧 This episode explores what sex, pleasure, and relationships can look like when women stop centering men's needs and start reclaiming their own desires, boundaries, and autonomy. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • Decentering men and prioritizing yourself in relationships and sex • Attachment styles, emotional regulation, and "good girl" conditioning • Celibacy, sexual freedom, and solo sexual exploration • Purity culture and the myths surrounding women's sexuality • Consent, sexual autonomy, and how consent can be weaponized • Pornography, feminism, and reclaiming women's sexual agency ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: Hayden Panettiere, Actress Known for Heroes, Remember the Titans and More, Dies at 36 https://people.com/hayden-panettiere-dies-at-36-12061075 Hayden Panettiere's death sparks renewed backlash against Neutrogena https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2026/08/18/hayden-panettiere-neutrogena-backlash/91347226007/ White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will leave at the month's end https://apnews.com/live/trump-news-midterms-primaries-updates-08-12-2026 "I've Never Been More Dry": Andrew Tate Supporters Doing Push-Ups To Protest Has Unlocked A New Level Of Ick https://www.buzzfeed.com/beccamonaghan/andrew-tate-push-up-protest-miami 📚 This Week's Recommendation: Follow Dr. Kate! https://linkinbio.mymodernintimacy.com/bio What Happened to My Sex Life? A Sex Therapist's Guide to Reclaiming Lost Desire, Connection, and Pleasure by Dr. Kate Balestrieri https://theexperimentpublishing.com/catalogs/winter-2025/what-happened-to-my-sex-life/ Come As You Are: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life by Emily Nagoski https://www.bookmoonbooks.com/item/rPCoGQ_-yAW7UjERLZaHhw 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with "The Audaci-Tea" in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon and become a Tea VIP for perks like: • Early access to every episode (and the show notes!) • Ad-free listening or viewing • Our weekly bonus unhinged and uncensored Crumpets after show • Priority mailbag + topic submissions, and voting power on future topics • Access to our private women only community, and chat channels just for you 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 02:54 RIP Hayden Panettiere 07:20 Karoline Leavitt Leaves the White House 12:41 Andrew Tate Supporters 19:07 Welcome Dr. Kate! 22:52 What Does It Mean to Decenter Men? 25:45 Prioritizing Yourself in Sexual Relationships 30:11 Good Girl Conditioning, Attachment Styles and Emotional Regulation 39:43 Celibacy, Sexual Freedom and Solo Exploration 51:11 Purity Culture and Women's Sexuality 01:01:45 Consent and Sexual Autonomy 01:15:41 Feminism, Sex and Reclaiming Your Agency 01:23:40 Mailbag: Building a Relationship Exit Strategy 01:39:55 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For business, press, or advertising inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

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Have Men ALWAYS Been Bad In Bed??

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign are asking a question women have been wondering for generations: Have men ALWAYS been bad in bed? From the rise of pornography and increasingly extreme sexual expectations to erectile dysfunction among younger men, they dig into why so many men seem to struggle with sexual communication, performance, and prioritizing women's pleasure. They also examine the orgasm gap, household labor inequality, and the ways patriarchal ideas about masculinity can make sex worse for everyone. Together, they explore why so many men approach sex as a performance or conquest instead of a shared experience, how porn can distort expectations, and why women shouldn't have to settle for disappointing sex. But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign unpack new court records surrounding the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni lawsuit, react to a viral video of a man condemning gay people only to accidentally reveal that he's bisexual, and discuss Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's plan to recruit gamers without college degrees as air traffic controllers. Later, in Tea Or Trash, they discuss women openly expressing regret about motherhood, the science behind cycle syncing, and the impossible expectations placed on women to become the "do-it-all" woman. 🎧 This episode explores the orgasm gap, male sexual dysfunction, pornography, communication, and the patriarchal expectations that can make sex worse for both men and women. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • Why men may be so bad at sex and whether it has always been this way • The orgasm gap, communication, and prioritizing women's pleasure • Pornography, sexual expectations, and rising erectile dysfunction • How patriarchy and household inequality affect sexual desire • Male sexual entitlement, aggression, and the consequences for women • Motherhood regret, cycle syncing, and the impossible "do-it-all" woman ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: Court Record Shows New York Times Story About Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni Was a Lie https://morewithmj.substack.com/p/for-two-years-we-were-told-the-new Trump officials want to recruit gamers without college degrees to be air traffic controllers https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-officials-want-recruit-gamers-air-traffic-controllers-atc-2026-4 Only 65% Of Women Orgasm During Sexual Encounters With Men, vs 95% of Men With Women https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28213723/ MEN ARE BAD AT SEX BECAUSE THEY ARE BAD AT COMMUNICATION!! https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30777780/ MEN ARE BAD AT SEX WHEN THEY SUBSCRIBE TO PATRIARCHAL THINKING https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24558985/ Gender Inequalities In Household Leads To Lower Sexual Desirability https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36112330/ Erectile Dysfunction Rates Rising Among Young Men https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40809937/ 9/10 Porn Scenes Depict Physical Aggression https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20980228/ Hostile Masculinity Correlated To Sexual Violence https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34227432/ Men are slowly losing their Y chromosome https://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2022/opinion/men-are-slowly-losing-their-y-chromosome Women suffer worse pregnancy and post birth effects with sons over daughters https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7216628/ 📚 This Week’s Recommendation: Come As You Are: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life by Emily Nagoski https://a.co/d/08dZRFsJ 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with "The Audaci-Tea" in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon and become a Tea VIP for perks like: • Early access to every episode (and the show notes!) • Ad-free listening or viewing • Our weekly bonus unhinged and uncensored Crumpets after show • Priority mailbag + topic submissions, and voting power on future topics • Access to our private women only community, and chat channels just for you 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 02:16 The Latest on the Justin Baldoni Lawsuit 08:05 Homophobe Accidentally Comes Out as Bi 15:12 Uneducated Gamers Become Air Traffic Controllers 21:30 Have Men ALWAYS Been Bad in Bed? 32:16 The Orgasm Gap 42:04 Men Are Bad at Communicating 50:01 Patriarchy and Household Inequality 57:34 Erectile Dysfunction and Pornography 01:04:37 Empowerment and Self-Defense for Women 01:08:12 Decentering Male Pleasure 01:10:46 Tea Or Trash: Motherhood Regret 01:22:59 Tea Or Trash: Cycle Syncing 01:26:32 Tea Or Trash: The "Do-It-All" Woman 01:33:58 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For business, press, or advertising inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

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Are Men Getting UGLIER? Beauty Standards Men Would HATE

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign are turning beauty standards back around on men. From skincare and body hair to fashion, fitness, height, aging, and grooming, they ask a simple question: what would happen if men were judged by the same impossible standards women have been expected to meet for decades? Together, they explore the growing gap between the amount of time, money, and effort women are expected to invest in their appearance compared to men, why beauty standards have become increasingly one-sided, and how many of the criticisms women receive would sound absurd if they were applied equally. But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign react to LinkedIn introducing a new tool to report AI-generated content, discuss a clip from the Pink Pill RX podcast examining why young girls often emerge as natural collaborators, and unpack Nara Smith's latest comments asking people to stop calling her a tradwife. Later, they answer a mailbag question from a listener whose ex moved away, left her with the mortgage, the house, and their child, and is now trying to claim a share of the home's equity through his father, leaving her wondering how hard she should fight in court while still preparing to co-parent for the next 15 years. 🎧 This episode explores the impossible beauty standards women have lived under for generations, why men are rarely expected to meet the same expectations, and what happens when the script is finally flipped. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • The double standards behind men's and women's beauty expectations • Grooming, fashion, fitness, and the unequal burden of attractiveness • Why beauty standards keep women chasing impossible ideals • Confidence, attraction, and rejecting validation from men • Nara Smith, authenticity, and the tradwife conversation • Co-parenting, divorce, and protecting your financial future ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: EVERYONE who signs up to our giveaway wins a FREE spicy toy or gift card for toys! https://www.bboutique.co/vibe/theaudacitea-pod #bbpartner LinkedIn adds a "Seems Like AI Slop" button after blocking billions of automated comments https://fortune.com/2026/07/31/linkedin-seems-like-ai-slop-button-billions-automated-comments-attempts/ The Pink Pill RX Podcast https://www.instagram.com/pinkpillrx Nara Smith Says "Stop Calling Me a Tradwife!" https://youtu.be/pjHzLMfsf3w?si=P9YVnLzWxA7p35uC 📚 This Week's Recommendation: Ride or Die (Streaming on Amazon Prime) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt30494226/ 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with "The Audaci-Tea" in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon and become a Tea VIP for perks like: • Early access to every episode (and the show notes!) • Ad-free listening or viewing • Our weekly bonus unhinged and uncensored Crumpets after show • Priority mailbag + topic submissions, and voting power on future topics • Access to our private women only community, and chat channels just for you 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audaci-tea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 02:42 Women in Leadership and Collaboration 11:05 AI Slop Comes to LinkedIn 14:48 Nara Smith and the Tradwife Label 28:22 Are Men Getting Uglier? Beauty Standards Men Would Hate 35:10 The Double Standards of Body Image 42:01 Men's Beauty Standards 52:52 Why Women's Beauty Standards Keep Escalating 58:23 The Pain Behind Looking "Beautiful" 01:03:58 Attraction, Validation, and Impossible Expectations 01:07:58 Beauty Standards and Modern Dating 01:16:04 Mailbag: Fighting Over the House 01:31:28 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For business, press, or advertising inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

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Things Women Should STOP Apologizing For

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign are calling on women everywhere to stop apologizing for existing. Whether it's having boundaries, changing your mind, aging, taking up space, speaking confidently, choosing not to have children, or simply refusing to make yourself smaller to keep other people comfortable, they argue that women have spent far too long apologizing for things men rarely think twice about. Together, they explore the social conditioning that teaches women to soften their opinions, minimize their needs, and constantly seek permission to exist authentically. They discuss why reclaiming your voice often begins by removing one simple word from your vocabulary: "sorry." But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign discuss the latest data showing women over 40 are now giving birth more often than teenagers for the first time, unpack influencer Jen Hamilton's heartbreaking divorce after discovering her husband's alleged double life, and react to a hilarious conversation between Keke Palmer and Sharon Stone about what rights men should actually have. Later, they dive into a viral Reddit relationship dilemma after a husband devours an entire week's worth of his wife's specialized meal prep, gets sick, and leaves her wondering whether she's wrong for making him replace every last meal. 🎧 This episode explores why women apologize far more than they should, how that habit is reinforced by society, and why letting go of unnecessary guilt may be one of the most empowering things a woman can do. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • Why women need to stop apologizing for simply existing • Boundaries, confidence, and taking up space without guilt • Body image, aging, child-free choices, and rejecting impossible expectations • Speaking up, changing your mind, and embracing imperfection • Exposing abusive behavior while protecting your own safety • Emotional labor, relationship fairness, and reclaiming your voice ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: EVERYONE who signs up to our giveaway wins a FREE spicy toy or gift card for toys! https://www.bboutique.co/vibe/theaudacitea-pod #bbpartner The Number of People Over 40 Giving Birth Surpasses Teens for the First Time https://www.parents.com/the-number-of-people-over-40-giving-birth-surpasses-teens-for-the-first-time-11703814 Jen Hamilton Exposes Ex-Husband's 'Double Life' https://parade.com/news/jen-hamilton-exposes-estranged-husbands-double-life-i-do-not-know-this-person Keke Palmer & Sharon Stone | Actors on Actors https://youtu.be/qQzP89qhx38?si=v3cvvKOdi9sANjHQ Influencer Sara Gilson Killed by Husband 2 Weeks After Accusing Him of Pedophilia on TikTok https://people.com/man-allegedly-killed-estranged-wife-after-she-accused-him-of-pedophilia-then-killed-himself-12026927 📚 This Week's Recommendation: Send Help https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8036976/ 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with "The Audaci-Tea" in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon and become a Tea VIP for perks like: • Early access to every episode (and the show notes!) • Ad-free listening or viewing • Our weekly bonus unhinged and uncensored Crumpets after show • Priority mailbag + topic submissions, and voting power on future topics • Access to our private women only community, and chat channels just for you 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 02:07 Women Over 40 Give Birth More Than Teens 08:42 Jen Hamilton's Divorce and Double Life 15:58 Keke Palmer & Sharon Stone on Men's Rights 23:20 Things Women Should Stop Apologizing For 37:17 Women Can Have Body Hair 38:48 The Power of Being a "Bitch" 41:29 Child-Free Choices and the Right to Say No 45:41 Women Shouldn't Apologize for Being Competitive 49:35 Changing Your Mind Is Okay 58:43 Aging, Confidence, and Taking Up Space 01:08:42 Chronic Illness and Women's Health 01:10:32 The Risks of Exposing Abusive Men 01:19:17 Relationship Dilemma: He Ate All Her Meal Prep 01:36:21 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For business, press, or advertising inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

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Are Men And Women Given Different Dating Advice?

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign take a hard look at the wildly different dating advice men and women receive and ask one simple question: Who does it actually benefit? While men are often encouraged to make more money, build muscle, project confidence, and pursue as many women as possible, women are taught to be softer, prettier, more accommodating, and endlessly patient while waiting for the "right man." But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign react to a viral TikTok from Semaj in Focus advertising a service that claims to expose cheating partners, laugh at Donald Trump's awkward World Cup appearance, and discuss the arrest of Andrew Tate while sporting perhaps the most absurd outfit imaginable. Later, they open the mailbag to help a listener whose date suddenly decided she'd have to split the cost of a getaway trip he invited her on after telling her she'd only be "worth paying for" if she proved herself. 🎧 This episode explores why men and women are often taught completely different relationship strategies, how much of that advice serves men's interests rather than women's, and why learning to value yourself is the best dating advice of all. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • Why men and women receive completely different dating advice • Manipulative dating culture and the rise of "alpha male" coaching • Self-worth, boundaries, and recognizing relationship red flags • Emotional labor, fairness, and modern relationship expectations • Why more women are choosing independence over unhealthy relationships • Vetting partners instead of trying to change them ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: EVERYONE who signs up to our giveaway wins a FREE spicy toy or gift card for toys! https://www.bboutique.co/vibe/theaudacitea-pod #bbpartner "Is He Cheating? LLC" - Semaj in Focus https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8t6mqr1/ 'Beyond pathetic': Donald Trump sparks outrage for World Cup appearance https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/beyond-pathetic-donald-trump-sparks-153733635.html Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami on rape and sex trafficking charges https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/andrew-and-tristan-tate-arrested-in-miami-on-rape-and-sex-trafficking-charges-heres-what-to-know 📚 This Week's Recommendation: Obsession https://www.imdb.com/title/tt37287335/ 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with "The Audaci-Tea" in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon and become a Tea VIP for perks like: • Early access to every episode (and the show notes!) • Ad-free listening or viewing • Our weekly bonus unhinged and uncensored Crumpets after show • Priority mailbag + topic submissions, and voting power on future topics • Access to our private women only community, and chat channels just for you 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 03:12 Video React: The Cheating Test 09:25 Trump's Embarrassing World Cup Appearance 14:28 Andrew Tate's Arrest and Outfit 21:28 Are Men and Women Given Different Dating Advice? 26:17 Men: Go to the Gym 29:47 Confidence, Rejection, and Dating Advice 32:15 Sexual Double Standards 40:01 How Dating Advice Objectifies Women 48:49 Why More Women Are Choosing Themselves 52:30 Independence and Self-Worth 01:01:11 Challenging Relationship Myths 01:08:53 Red Flags and Relationship Safety 01:18:18 Mailbag: Should She Go 50/50? 01:31:56 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For business, press, or advertising inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

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Why Men ACTUALLY Resent Women

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign unpack one of the most uncomfortable questions at the center of modern dating and gender dynamics: Why do so many men seem to resent women? From women's financial independence and reproductive autonomy to dating standards, beauty, confidence, and success, they explore the many ways resentment manifests and why so much of it appears rooted in insecurity rather than women's actions. Together, they examine the contradictory expectations women are expected to navigate, why some men punish women for the very qualities they claim to admire, and why refusing to shrink yourself is often the healthiest response. The conversation also dives into the cultural narratives that encourage women to make themselves smaller to preserve men's egos, how confidence and self-sufficiency are often treated as threats rather than strengths, and why women should stop accepting responsibility for insecurities that were never theirs to fix. This is a conversation about resentment, power, self-worth, and why women deserve relationships built on admiration rather than intimidation. But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign discuss the death of Senator Lindsey Graham and the complicated legacy he leaves behind, react to an unsettling voice memo from a man demanding sex before a second date, and enjoy a little schadenfreude as Conor McGregor's latest professional setback follows his highly publicized civil sexual assault case. Later, they break down the alarming ways AI is increasingly being weaponized against women, why current legal protections continue to lag behind rapidly advancing technology, and what that means for women's safety going forward. 🎧 This episode explores why resentment toward women often stems from insecurity rather than reality, how that resentment shapes modern relationships, and why women should never feel obligated to diminish themselves to make others comfortable. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • Why some men resent women's independence, standards, and success • Dating, attraction, and the insecurities behind modern relationship dynamics • Sexual double standards, boundaries, and women's autonomy • Confidence, self-worth, and refusing to make yourself smaller • AI-generated abuse, digital consent, and women's safety • Why women should stop carrying responsibility for men's insecurities ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: EVERYONE who signs up to our giveaway wins a FREE spicy toy or gift card for toys! https://www.bboutique.co/vibe/theaudacitea-pod #bbpartner Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 71 https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/sen-lindsey-graham-dies-71-brief-sudden-illness-rcna552722 Lindsey Graham may have lived deep in the closet. He made others suffer for it https://www.advocate.com/opinion/lindsey-graham-gay-rumors-death#toggle-gdpr MMA fighter Conor McGregor loses appeal in civil rape case https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd6n04xjj1qo Only one state representative voted 'no' on banning the use of AI to generate nude images of children https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/only-one-state-representative-voted-220000424.html Senate pulls AI regulatory ban from GOP bill after complaints from states https://www.pbs.org/newshour/amp/politics/senate-pulls-ai-regulatory-ban-from-gop-bill-after-complaints-from-states 📚 This Week's Recommendation: Two Can Play That Game https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0269341 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with "The Audaci-Tea" in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon and become a Tea VIP for perks like: • Early access to every episode (and the show notes!) • Ad-free listening or viewing • Our weekly bonus unhinged and uncensored Crumpets after show • Priority mailbag + topic submissions, and voting power on future topics • Access to our private women only community, and chat channels just for you 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 03:29 Lindsey Graham's Controversial Legacy 09:28 The Creepy Voice Memo Incident 20:46 Conor McGregor's Latest Downfall 26:40 Why Men Actually Resent Women 27:40 Sexual Market Value 32:15 Motherhood, Abortion, and Reproductive Power 34:01 Celebrity Relationships and Male Insecurity 39:08 Religion, Power, and Women's Autonomy 44:39 Why Men Resent Independent Women 50:08 Attraction, Confidence, and Insecurity 01:05:51 High Standards and Self-Worth 01:12:34 AI, Consent, and Women's Safety 01:38:45 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For business, press, or advertising inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

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Things Men Should NOT Be Allowed To Do

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign are breaking down all the things men should NOT be allowed to do. From financial expectations and domestic labor to dating, sex, marriage, and emotional responsibility, they unpack the standards society places on women and argue that perhaps it's time men were held to a higher standard instead. The conversation explores why equality doesn't always mean identical expectations, how historical inequalities continue to shape modern relationships, and why women shouldn't feel guilty for expecting more from the people they date. Together, they discuss the motherhood penalty, the fatherhood bonus, financial independence, leadership, monogamy, sexual double standards, household labor, and why protecting your peace is often more important than protecting men's feelings. They also examine how traditional relationship expectations continue to benefit men while asking women to sacrifice far more in return. But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign react to a viral video from The Modern Dream Girl explaining why many men confuse basic consideration with compromise, then break down Taylor Swift's reported wedding and prenup while discussing why women should take protecting their financial futures far more seriously. Later, in Therapy or the Void, they revisit the iconic film Waiting to Exhale to decide which characters deserve compassion, healing... and which should be launched into the void. 🎧 This episode explores the relationship double standards women should stop apologizing for, why expectations matter, and how redefining fairness may actually create healthier relationships for everyone. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • Why some relationship double standards benefit women • The motherhood penalty, fatherhood bonus, and financial inequality • Dating expectations, marriage, and protecting women's assets • Housework, emotional labor, and redefining traditional roles • Sexual double standards, pleasure, and relationship expectations • Waiting to Exhale and what it still teaches women today ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: EVERYONE who signs up to our giveaway wins a FREE spicy toy or gift card for toys! https://www.bboutique.co/vibe/theaudacitea-pod #bbpartner Follow Chloe! The Modern Dream Girl https://www.tiktok.com/@themoderndreamgirl Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Married https://people.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-all-the-details-fairy-tale-wedding-exclusive-12013138 Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Donated $26 Million to Charities Ahead of Wedding https://variety.com/2026/music/news/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-donate-26-million-charity-wedding-1236800905/ The Motherhood Pay Gap: Why Women's Earnings Decline After Having Children https://theconversation.com/the-motherhood-pay-gap-why-womens-earnings-decline-after-having-children-220207 Dads Get Paid More When They Have Kids. Moms Earn Less. https://19thnews.org/2023/03/parenthood-stereotypes-gender-pay-gap/ 📚 This Week's Recommendation: Waiting to Exhale https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0114885/ 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with "The Audaci-Tea" in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon and become a Tea VIP for perks like: • Early access to every episode (and the show notes!) • Ad-free listening or viewing • Our weekly bonus unhinged and uncensored Crumpets after show • Priority mailbag + topic submissions, and voting power on future topics • Access to our private women only community, and chat channels just for you 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 03:06 Men's Perception of Compromise 11:33 Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Wedding 23:00 Things Men Should NOT Be Allowed To Do 23:53 The Motherhood Penalty vs. Fatherhood Bonus 29:54 Women in Leadership 33:18 Power Dynamics, Strength, and Finances 40:38 The Optional Orgasm 48:49 Judging Sexual Experience and Body Count 55:12 The Biological Clock 01:01:35 Saturdays Should Be for the Girls 01:10:31 Therapy or the Void: Waiting to Exhale 01:29:26 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For business, press, or advertising inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

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Escaping The Mormon Tradwife Life (feat. Jennie Gage)

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign are joined by special guest Jennie Gage, also known online as LifeTakeTwo, to unpack one of the most romanticized lifestyles on social media and the devastating reality that can exist behind it: The Mormon tradwife dream. Jennie shares her powerful story of growing up in the Mormon Church, being pressured to marry the man who assaulted her after knowing him for only six weeks, and giving up her education, career ambitions, and independence in pursuit of the life she was taught would make her a "good woman." Together, they explore how religious authority, purity culture, and rigid gender roles can groom women into accepting harmful relationships while convincing them they are fulfilling God's plan. They discuss spiritual manipulation, the dangers of idealizing traditional family values, and why financial independence, community, and education are often some of the greatest protections women can have. The conversation also examines how childhood conditioning shapes identity, why so many women struggle to separate themselves from the expectations they were raised with, and how sharing stories like Jennie's can help others recognize patterns of control before they become trapped themselves. This is a conversation about reclaiming autonomy, challenging deeply rooted beliefs, and what it means to build a life on your own terms after escaping a system designed to make your choices for you. But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign discuss a new United Nations report warning that women's rights are regressing around the world, react to a disturbing speech from the Turning Point USA conference encouraging women to have more children than they can afford, and break down the latest news that Taylor Frankie Paul's previously shelved season of The Bachelorette is finally headed to ABC. Later, they open the mailbag to hear from a listener who realized that every "feminine energy" tip she'd been following wasn't helping her become a better partner. It was simply teaching her to become smaller. 🎧 This episode exposes the hidden dangers behind the tradwife movement, explores how religious systems can shape women's lives through fear and obedience, and highlights the power of reclaiming your voice after years of conditioning. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • Life inside the Mormon Church and the tradwife lifestyle • Religious authority, purity culture, and spiritual manipulation • Financial independence and why women's autonomy matters • Escaping harmful belief systems and rebuilding identity • Feminine energy, authenticity, and healthy relationships • Why sharing women's stories creates lasting change ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: Women's Rights Are Regressing Worldwide https://news.un.org/en/story/2026/03/1167081 A Disorienting Weekend With the Women of Turning Point https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/2026/06/turning-point-usa-erika-kirk/687486/ Taylor Frankie Paul's Bachelorette Season Is Back On https://www.tmz.com/2026/06/24/taylor-frankie-pauls-season-of-the-bachelorette-airing-on-abc/ Conor McGregor's Jimmy Fallon Interview Sends the Wrong Message to Survivors https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/life/conor-mcgregor-jimmy-fallon-sexual-violence-opinion 📚 This Week’s Recommendation: Follow Jennie! https://linktr.ee/lifetaketwo Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke https://a.co/d/0aQ815By 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with "The Audaci-Tea" in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon and become a Tea VIP for perks like: • Early access to every episode (and the show notes!) • Ad-free listening or viewing • Our weekly bonus unhinged and uncensored Crumpets after show • Priority mailbag + topic submissions, and voting power on future topics • Access to our private women only community, and chat channels just for you 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 02:34 UN Warning on Women's Rights Regressing 08:52 Reaction to Conservative Women's Conference 16:42 The Return of Problematic Women in Media 22:18 Welcome Jennie Gage! 37:00 The Influence of Religious Authority on Personal Choices 46:02 The Illusion of Safety in Religious Marriages 51:34 The Dangers of Traditional Family Values 57:59 Empowering Women Through Shared Stories 01:04:14 The Role of Women in Political Engagement 01:15:41 The Insidious Nature of the Tradwife Lifestyle 01:21:51 Listening to Your Inner Child and Finding Community 01:31:18 Mailbag: Feminine Energy vs Authenticity 01:43:05 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For business, press, or advertising inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

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Men vs Accountability

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign tackle a frustrating pattern women know all too well: Men are absolutely allergic to accountability. Together, they unpack why so many women are expected to absorb the consequences of men's behavior while men are shielded from the discomfort of accountability. From victim blaming and relationship double standards to emotional labor and personal responsibility, they explore the ways society often teaches women to manage men's actions instead of expecting men to manage themselves. The conversation dives into the excuses commonly used to avoid accountability, why consequences matter, and how women can better protect themselves from unhealthy relationship dynamics. They also discuss raising standards, settling in relationships, self-sufficiency, and why accountability is one of the most important traits women should be looking for in a partner. This is a conversation about responsibility, consequences, and why women deserve relationships that don't require them to carry someone else's emotional baggage. But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign react to a viral video of a husband praying over his wife's menstrual cycle while accidentally revealing far more than intended, discuss a man publicly pleading with women not to hate men, and break down a graphic from Big Kat on TikTok addressing men's mental health and emotional responsibility. Later, in Tea or Trash, they debate whether current conversations around child custody, princess treatment, and self-sufficiency are helping women move forward or simply repackaging old ideas in new packaging. 🎧 This episode explores why accountability is essential for healthy relationships, how women are often blamed for men's behavior, and what it looks like to stop carrying responsibility that was never yours to begin with. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • Men's accountability and relationship dynamics • Victim blaming and shifting responsibility onto women • Raising standards and avoiding relationship settling • Consequences, boundaries, and personal responsibility • Child custody, motherhood, and societal expectations • Self-sufficiency, empowerment, and healthy partnerships ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: Big Kat on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@cameraonamazonk Racial Justice Statistics https://www.prisonpolicy.org/racialjustice.html What Were You Wearing Exhibit https://sbaproject.org/what-were-you-wearing/ Sexual Assault by Police Is a Systemic Problem That Demands a Systemic Remedy https://nwlc.org/sexual-assault-by-police-is-a-systemic-problem-that-demands-a-systemic-remedy/ 📚 This Week’s Recommendation: Boomerang https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0103859/ Outlast The Jungle https://www.imdb.com/title/tt43507442 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with “The Audaci-Tea” in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon and become a Tea VIP for perks like: • Early access to every episode (and the show notes!) • Ad-free listening or viewing • Our weekly bonus unhinged and uncensored Crumpets after show • Priority mailbag + topic submissions, and voting power on future topics • Access to our private women only community, and chat channels just for you 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 03:25 Video React: Man Prays Over Wife's Period 11:16 Video React: Man Cries For Women's Help 18:57 Men's Mental Health Fixes 24:08 Men vs Accountability 33:48 Victim Blaming 49:58 Accountability and Excuses in Relationships 01:09:01 Raising Standards and Relationship Settling 01:12:13 Instructions for Women: The Blame Game 01:18:05 Tea Or Trash? 01:21:21 Custody Battles and Control 01:24:12 Motherhood Regrets and Societal Expectations 01:29:02 The Truth About Child-Free Choices 01:33:08 Princess Treatment and Self-Sufficiency 01:38:33 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For business, press or advertising inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

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An Ex-Pastor Exposes The Church’s Blueprint For Controlling Women (feat. Brian Recker)

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign are joined by former evangelical pastor turned author and advocate Brian Recker to unpack a question many women who grew up in religious spaces have been asking: Was the church designed to control women? Together, they explore how evangelical teachings around gender, marriage, sexuality, and obedience can reinforce patriarchal power structures and shape the way women understand themselves, their relationships, and their place in the world. Brian shares his own journey of deconstructing his faith, the loss of community that often comes with questioning long-held beliefs, and why he ultimately became an outspoken advocate for women and LGBTQ+ rights. The conversation dives into the ways scripture has been weaponized against women, the realities of coercion and consent within Christian marriage, and how fear, shame, and rigid gender expectations can keep people trapped in harmful systems. They also examine Christian nationalism, the historical ties between religion and supremacy, and whether spirituality can exist without oppression. This is a conversation about power, belonging, faith, and what happens when people begin asking difficult questions they were never supposed to ask. But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign react to The Wizard Liz's latest custody update, discuss a disturbing new study examining how often men admit to using sexual force against women, and break down a viral video reminding parents that children should never have to change themselves to accommodate unsafe adults. Later, they open the mailbag to hear from a listener whose male business partner's wife keeps undermining and embarrassing her professionally, leaving her wondering whether she's missing warning signs everyone else already sees. 🎧 This episode exposes the ways religion has been used to reinforce patriarchy, explores what deconstructing faith actually looks like, and examines why liberation often begins with questioning the stories we've been taught. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • Deconstructing faith and leaving evangelicalism • How religion reinforces patriarchal gender roles • Scripture, coercion, and consent within Christian marriage • Christian nationalism and the roots of supremacy • Community, belonging, and life after deconstruction • Why men's feminism matters in dismantling oppression ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: Did Wizard Liz Leave Her Son Behind In The US? Here Is What We Know https://www.missmalini.com/did-wizard-liz-leave-her-son-behind-in-us-what-we-know-details-landon-nickerson High Rates of Sexual Force Against Women Are Reported When Young Men Given Anonymous Surveys https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08862605261432630 Sexual Force Survey Highlights https://www.reddit.com/r/Feminism/s/IOvcPcJuES The Clergy Project https://clergyproject.org Understanding Why Women Seek Abortions in the US https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3729671/ The Expanded Child Tax Credit Briefly Slashed Child Poverty. Here's What Else It Did https://www.npr.org/2022/01/27/1075299510/the-expanded-child-tax-credit-briefly-slashed-child-poverty-heres-what-else-it-d 📚 This Week’s Recommendation: Follow Brian! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/berecker/ Buy Hell Bent: How the Fear of Hell Holds Christians Back from a Spirituality of Love https://www.amazon.com/Hell-Bent-Holds-Christians-Spirituality/dp/0593853199 The Unpunishable Woman ft. Ashanti Podcast | Coffee No Cream Ep. 58 https://youtu.be/jsopUk0eDjg?is=pgh5UqXt9iCPlhQq 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with “The Audaci-Tea” in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon and become a Tea VIP for perks like: • Early access to every episode (and the show notes!) • Ad-free listening or viewing • Our weekly bonus unhinged and uncensored Crumpets after show • Priority mailbag + topic submissions, and voting power on future topics • Access to our private women only community, and chat channels just for you 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 03:21 Wizard Liz Custody Update 10:43 Sexual Force and Coercion Study 14:53 Video React: Kids' Clothes and Unsafe Adults 17:51 Welcome Brian Recker! 28:53 The Church's Control Over Women 35:14 The Trappings of Pastoral Institutions 45:44 Escapism and Religion 50:05 Weaponizing Scripture Against Women 01:00:01 Christian Nationalism and Supremacy 01:13:18 Consent and Sexual Obligation in Marriage 01:16:35 Community and Belonging After Deconstruction 01:23:10 Mailbag: Professional Relationships as a Woman 01:38:34 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For business, press or advertising inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

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How Men Are Weaponizing Therapy Against Women

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign unpack a growing trend many women have started noticing in modern dating and relationships: Men are using therapy language to manipulate women. Together, they break down how words like boundaries, triggers, healing, intimacy, and radical honesty can sometimes be used less as tools for growth and more as shields against accountability. They explore the difference between genuine emotional intelligence and performative self-awareness, and why therapy speak can become dangerous when it is used to control, confuse, or silence women. The conversation dives into common manipulation tactics, relationship red flags, and the ways some men co-opt the language of personal growth while refusing to do the actual work. They also discuss insecurity, projection, deflection, soft-launching breakups, and why women are becoming increasingly skilled at recognizing emotional manipulation in real time. But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign react to Megan Thee Stallion's latest music teaser, discuss proposed legislation that would provide paid leave for reproductive health needs, and break down a viral video translating what men often really mean when they speak. Later, in “This You?”, they react to a Reddit post from a pregnant woman who banned her husband from attending newborn preparation classes after repeated immature and disruptive behavior. 🎧 This episode exposes how therapy language can be misused in relationships, the warning signs women should watch for, and how to distinguish genuine growth from manipulation. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • Weaponized therapy speak and emotional manipulation • Boundaries, triggers, and accountability in relationships • Projection, deflection, and insecurity tactics • Dating red flags disguised as self-improvement • Emotional intelligence vs performative healing • Recognizing manipulation before it escalates ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: Megan Thee Stallion Raps ‘All That Wifey Sh*t Is Dead’ in New Song Teaser https://www.complex.com/music/a/alex-ocho/megan-thee-stallion-new-song-teaser Democrats introduce bill to give 12 days of paid leave for reproductive health https://www.brut.media/us/videos/us/politics/democrats-introduce-bill-to-give-12-days-of-paid-leave-for-reproductive-health Sharon Stone Reveals Ex-Husband’s “Furious" Reaction to Breast Removal Ended Their Marriage https://www.eonline.com/news/1432670/sharon-stone-ended-marriage-over-husbands-reaction-to-breast-removal Jonah Hill’s Ex Sarah Brady Just Shared A Load More Screenshots Of Their Alleged Text Exchanges After He Was Accused Of Being “Emotionally Abusive” And Weaponizing “Therapy Talk” https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/stephaniesoteriou/jonah-hill-ex-sarah-brady-more-alleged-text-screenshots 📚 This Week’s Recommendation: Why Does He Do That? by Lundy Bancroft https://www.amazon.com/Why-Does-He-That-Controlling/dp/0425191656/ Free PDF Version https://dn790007.ca.archive.org/0/items/LundyWhyDoesHeDoThat/Lundy_Why-does-he-do-that.pdf 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with “The Audaci-Tea” in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon and become a Tea VIP for perks like: • Early access to every episode (and the show notes!) • Ad-free listening or viewing • Our weekly bonus unhinged and uncensored Crumpets after show • Priority mailbag + topic submissions, and voting power on future topics • Access to our private women only community, and chat channels just for you 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 02:38 Megan Thee Stallion New Track 09:04 New Reproductive Health Legislation 17:17 Video React: Translating Guy Language 24:08 Men's Weaponized Therapy Speak 34:46 Insecurity and Projection in Relationships 37:24 Radical Honesty vs. Negging 40:18 The Illusion of Self-Care Journeys 45:23 Soft Launching Breakups 56:04 Deflection Tactics in Arguments 01:00:30 Non-Traditional Expectations in Relationships 01:12:35 Boundaries: Misuse and Manipulation 01:17:30 Understanding Intimacy: Beyond Just Sex 01:24:06 This You? Newborn Classes 01:43:12 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For business, press or advertising inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

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Why Is Unity So Hard For Women?? (feat. Priscilla Davies)

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign are joined by comedian, podcaster, and content creator Priscilla Davies (PrisTheGoddess) to tackle a question that sits at the center of modern feminist conversations: Why is solidarity among women so difficult to achieve? Together, they unpack how race, culture, class, and lived experience shape the way women experience the world, and why conversations about feminism often become complicated when women are treated as a monolith. From intersectionality and beauty standards to power, privilege, and representation, they explore why unity requires understanding differences rather than ignoring them. The conversation dives into the unique challenges faced by women of color, the ways patriarchy benefits from dividing women against one another, and why meaningful solidarity begins with listening instead of assuming everyone's experience is the same. They also discuss cultural appropriation, stereotypes, femininity, and how race influences perceptions of womanhood. This is a conversation about understanding why women's experiences are different and how those differences can strengthen feminist movements rather than weaken them. But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign check in on several high-profile conservative women including Tulsi Gabbard and Pam Bondi, react to a viral video imagining what it would sound like if men spoke to their bosses the way they speak to their girlfriends, and read some listener feedback surrounding The Wizard Liz situation. Later, they open the mailbag to hear from a listener recovering from an abusive relationship and struggling with the social fallout after finally leaving. 🎧 This episode explores why intersectionality matters, how race and gender shape women's lives in different ways, and what real solidarity among women could look like. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • Intersectionality and modern feminism • Race, gender, and differing experiences of womanhood • Beauty standards and cultural perceptions of femininity • Why patriarchy benefits from dividing women • Cultural appropriation and representation • Solidarity, allyship, and feminist coalition building ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: Tulsi Gabbard resigns as national intelligence director https://apnews.com/live/trump-administration-updates-05-22-2026 Former US Attorney General Pam Bondi diagnosed with cancer https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c93x299vwgdo Ancient women were hunters — and grandmas were the most skilled ones, study suggests https://www.npr.org/2023/06/28/1184894580/ancient-women-were-hunters-and-grandmas-were-the-most-skilled-ones-study-suggest White Women Allegedly Coach Each Other on Targeting Black Male Athletes https://emeraldbook.org/news/may-1326-3/ 📚 This Week’s Recommendation: Follow Priscilla Davies! TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@priscilla_davies Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pristhegoddess/ Emma Grede’s Work Advice and the Problem Intersectionality Was Built to Catch https://youtu.be/DDoauc0nWNI?si=GWx3zMUM9VQH6sTM 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with “The Audaci-Tea” in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon and become a Tea VIP for perks like: • Early access to every episode (and the show notes!) • Ad-free listening or viewing • Our weekly bonus unhinged and uncensored Crumpets after show • Priority mailbag + topic submissions, and voting power on future topics • Access to our private women only community, and chat channels just for you 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 03:05 Checking In On MAGA Women 08:19 Video React: Men Talk To Bosses 14:16 Wizard Liz Follow Up 21:44 Welcome Priscilla Davies! 28:30 The Performance Of Femininity 35:06 The Ideal Woman: Race And Power Dynamics 45:49 Experiencing Womanhood Through Different Lenses 57:50 Black Women's Resilience 01:09:57 Intersectionality And Feminism 01:25:40 Mailbag: Healing From An Abusive Relationship 01:46:08 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For business, press or advertising inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

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Men Should Submit To Women

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign are here to make a bold proclamation: Men should SUBMIT to women. Together, they unpack the assumptions people make around leadership, power, and submission, and explore why traditional ideas around male dominance continue to shape modern relationships. They challenge the expectation that leadership must always be tied to control and discuss whether society might function differently if women held more positions of influence and authority. They explore emotional labor, leadership styles, social responsibility, and why many women already carry the invisible burden of managing homes, relationships, and communities. The conversation also looks at why male identity is often tied to dominance, and whether different models of leadership could create healthier dynamics for everyone. This is not about replacing one hierarchy with another, but questioning who we trust to lead and why. But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign break down Jeff Bezos’ latest comments about taxes and economic inequality, react to a viral story about a man transforming a Barbie car into a commuter vehicle to save money, and discuss the latest developments surrounding dating influencer The Wizard Liz. Later, they revisit the film Hitch, as voted on by Patreon members, and decide which characters deserve therapy... and which ones deserve to be launched directly into the void. 🎧 This episode challenges traditional ideas about leadership, relationships, and power, while asking whether society has been looking in the wrong direction all along. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • Leadership, power, and traditional gender roles • Emotional labor and invisible responsibilities • Why dominance is tied to male identity • Women and transformational leadership styles • Relationship dynamics and changing expectations • Imagining alternatives to patriarchal systems ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: Jeff Bezos says bottom half of earners should pay zero in income taxes https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/20/jeff-bezos-income-taxes.html Georgia man transforms Barbie car into a gas-powered vehicle to help save money https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/video/georgia-man-transforms-barbie-car-into-a-gas-powered-vehicle-to-help-save-money/ The Wizard Liz breaks down as Landon Nickerson files restraining order https://poprant.indiatimes.com/trending/the-wizard-liz-breaks-down-as-landon-nickerson-files-restraining-order-to-separate-her-from-their-son-amid-visa-related-issues-youtuber-fires-back-with-manipulation-claims/articleshow/131292328.html MacKenzie Scott Donated More Money Last Year Than Some Billionaires Have Given Away In Their Lifetime https://people.com/mackenzie-scott-donated-more-money-last-year-than-some-billionaires-have-ever-given-away-11908077 📚 This Week’s Recommendation: Waiting To Exhale https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0114885/ Ladies First https://www.imdb.com/title/tt34611082/ 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with “The Audaci-Tea” in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon and become a Tea VIP for perks like: • Early access to every episode (and the show notes!) • Ad-free listening or viewing • Our weekly bonus unhinged and uncensored Crumpets after show • Priority mailbag + topic submissions, and voting power on future topics • Access to our private women only community, and chat channels just for you 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 03:12 Jeff Bezos and the Bottom 50% 10:36 Video React: Barbie Car 18:19 The Wizard Liz Situation 27:32 Men Should Submit To Women 37:09 Submission and Leadership Dynamics 46:50 Women's Happiness and Social Outcomes 52:40 Emotional Expression and Masculinity 01:00:00 Imagining a Woman Led Society 01:15:26 Philanthropy and Leadership 01:23:13 Therapy Or The Void: Hitch 01:45:29 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For business, press or advertising inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

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Things Men Say When They Secretly Hate Women

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign tackle a question many women are increasingly asking in modern dating and relationships: How do you find out if a man actually respects women? Together, they break down the subtle behaviors, coded language, and red flags that often reveal underlying misogynistic beliefs long before they become obvious. From dating apps and first dates to long term relationships, they unpack the difference between performative progressivism and genuine respect, and why many women are learning to pay closer attention to actions instead of words. They explore how misogynistic attitudes often hide behind seemingly harmless phrases, why some men adapt their language to avoid being exposed, and how conversations around gender, relationships, and autonomy can reveal much more than people realize. But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign react to a viral video highlighting the growing affordability crisis in America, discuss Elsie Hewitt opening up after her split from Pete Davidson, and react to a video of men standing in line for fast food because "no women will cook for them." Later, they open the mailbag to hear from a 21 year old listener questioning whether healthy and equal relationships actually exist after dating an Andrew Tate supporter. 🎧 This episode breaks down the difference between genuine respect and hidden misogyny, and why asking the right questions can save women from a lot of future pain. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • How misogyny can hide behind subtle language and behaviors • Dating red flags and questions women should ask early • Performative allyship vs genuine respect for women • Cultural narratives around masculinity and relationships • Equality, emotional intelligence, and healthy partnerships • Why women are raising their standards ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: “You’ll Own Nothing And Be Happy” https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/You%27ll_own_nothing_and_be_happy Gas Prices Surge https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/high-gas-prices-spur-americans-improvise-bus-rides-toy-cars-2026-05-19/ Elsie Hewitt 'on my own' after birth of daughter with Pete Davidson https://www.usatoday.com/videos/entertainment/celebrities/2026/05/18/elsie-hewitt-on-my-own-after-pete-davidson-breakup-baby/90139962007/ 📚 This Week’s Recommendation: This fake "being healed" trend is about to take off! Get ready for it ladies!!! https://youtu.be/8vnTUKj_RGg 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with “The Audaci-Tea” in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon and become a Tea VIP for perks like: • Early access to every episode (and the show notes!) • Ad-free listening or viewing • Our weekly bonus unhinged and uncensored Crumpets after show • Priority mailbag + topic submissions, and voting power on future topics • Access to our private women only community, and chat channels just for you 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 03:41 We Can't Afford Anything Anymore 11:18 Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt Split 19:59 Men Can't Cook For Themselves? 28:51 How To Tell If A Man Respects Women 37:08 Cultural Narratives About Women 46:48 Women's Roles In Relationships 50:00 Questions To Ask Men 01:03:05 Healthy vs Misogynistic Mindsets 01:13:29 How He Talks About Others 01:25:46 Mailbag: Do Good Men Exist? 01:45:18 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For business, press or advertising or inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

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Did Feminism Really Ruin Society?

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign take on one of the internet’s favorite anti feminist talking points: “Did feminism ruin society?” Together, they break down why the answer is no, and how feminism is often blamed for problems it did not create. From rising living costs to changing relationship dynamics, they unpack the real systemic issues shaping modern life and why women gaining autonomy is treated as the problem instead of the solution. They explore the history of women’s rights, the mythologized version of the “perfect” nuclear family, and why men’s frustration with changing gender roles is frequently redirected toward feminism instead of the economic and social systems actually responsible. The conversation also dives into women’s growing independence, dual income households, emotional labor, and why equality benefits society as a whole. This is not about feminism destroying society. It is about patriarchy losing control over women. But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign recap Mother’s Day and the frustrations many mothers expressed this year, react to New York lawmakers fighting to protect abortion pill access, and discuss the broader attacks on reproductive autonomy. Later, in Tea Or Trash, they debate controversial feminist takes including gatekeeping feminism, terms like “girl boss” and “momtrepreneur,” and whether these labels actually undermine women. 🎧 This episode is a full breakdown of the backlash against feminism and why women’s freedom is not the reason society is struggling. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • Why feminism is blamed for systemic societal problems • Women’s independence and changing gender dynamics • The myth of the “perfect” traditional family • Emotional labor, dual income households, and economic realities • How patriarchy harms both women and men • Why gender equality improves societies overall ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: Some NYS lawmakers push for passage of mifepristone bill https://westfaironline.com/courts/some-nys-lawmakers-push-for-passage-of-mifepristone-bill/ I do... for now. UK Muslims revive temporary marriages https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-22354201 Marriage is meant to last a lifetime. But what if it were only for a temporary? https://www.ums.ac.id/en/news/research/the-snare-of-contract-marriage-in-java Marital Rape and Domestic Violence https://www.thehotline.org/resources/marital-rape-and-domestic-violence/ Automatic military draft registration takes effect in December https://www.cnn.com/2026/04/09/politics/us-military-draft-registration-2026 Gender equality and economic growth https://www.oecd.org/en/publications/gender-equality-and-economic-growth_fb0a0a93-en.html Conflict, aid cuts and equality backlash causing ‘stagnation and regression’ of women’s rights https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2025/sep/15/global-progress-gender-equality-womens-rights-sdg--un Educating girls and women drives employment and reduces poverty https://www.worldbank.org/ext/en/topic/education/girls-education Girls’ education, gender equality, and the role of civil society https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/education/girls-education-gender-equality-and-role-civil-society The response of female labour force participation to the evolution of labour markets and policies supporting the reconciliation of work and family life https://www.researchgate.net/publication/241685091_Drivers_of_female_labour_force_participation_in_the_OECD 📚 This Week’s Recommendation: Buy The Ambition Penalty https://a.co/d/0b0VwgU1 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with “The Audaci-Tea” in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon and become a Tea VIP for perks like: • Early access to every episode (and the show notes!) • Ad-free listening or viewing • Our weekly bonus unhinged and uncensored Crumpets after show • Priority mailbag + topic submissions, and voting power on future topics • Access to our private women only community, and chat channels just for you 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 03:15 Mother’s Day Roundup 16:01 Erik Bottcher on Abortion Pill Access 22:22 Did Feminism Ruin Society? 30:00 What Actually Ruined Society? 39:12 Why Dual Income Households Became Necessary 47:54 Men Blaming Women for Wanting Autonomy 56:05 How Feminism Improved Society 01:07:50 Gender Equality Helps Everyone 01:15:37 Debunking Anti Feminist Myths 01:16:03 Tea Or Trash? Gatekeeping Feminism 01:26:36 Tea Or Trash? “Girl Boss” and “Momtrepreneur” 01:34:33 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For advertising or business inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

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Are Ambitious Women Being Punished? (feat. Stefani O'Connell)

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign are joined by journalist and author Stefanie O’Connell to ask a question more women are starting to confront head on: Are ambitious women being punished for doing everything “right”? Drawing from her book The Ambition Penalty, Stefanie breaks down how corporate culture encourages women to lean in, speak up, and achieve more, only to penalize them once they do. Together, they unpack the systemic barriers that persist in the workplace, the double standards women are forced to navigate, and why ambition in women is still treated as a threat instead of an asset. Together they explore the reality behind the gender pay gap, the role of capitalism in reinforcing inequality, and how narratives around “fixing women” distract from the systems that are actually broken. The conversation also dives into parenting, “mom guilt,” and why women are expected to carry both professional success and moral responsibility without structural support. This is not about individual choices. It is about a system that punishes women no matter which path they take. But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign discuss the Supreme Court’s latest emergency voting rights ruling, react to a viral video of a high school girl trapped in an elevator with a group of boys, and break down a clip of a female chess streamer being berated after beating a man. Later, they open the mailbag to hear from a 19 year old listener navigating the tension between her feminist values and her religious identity. 🎧 This episode is a clear-eyed breakdown of the ambition penalty and why success alone will not protect women from systemic bias. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • The ambition penalty and workplace double standards • Why women are encouraged to succeed and then penalized for it • The gender pay gap and stalled progress • Capitalism, corporate culture, and structural inequality • “Mom guilt,” parenting norms, and invisible labor • Collective change vs individual responsibility ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: Supreme Court Voting Rights Ruling https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2026/05/04/supreme-court-voting-rights-act-ruling-louisiana/89879693007/ Spirit Airlines Shutdown https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/spirit-airlines-apologizes-shock-shutdown-thank-sorry-american-people-rcna343714 Abortion Pill Ruling https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/04/supreme-court-mifepristone-ruling-00904892 Texas Basketball Shooting Case https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/texas-man-charged-murder-fatal-shooting-woman-21-beat-basketball-polic-rcna53369 📚 This Week’s Recommendation: Buy The Ambition Penalty https://a.co/d/0b0VwgU1 Follow Stefanie https://www.instagram.com/stefanieoconnell/ 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with “The Audaci-Tea” in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon and become a Tea VIP for perks like: • Early access to every episode (and the show notes!) • Ad-free listening or viewing • Our weekly bonus unhinged and uncensored Crumpets after show • Priority mailbag + topic submissions, and voting power on future topics • Access to our private women only community, and chat channels just for you 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 03:25 Voting Rights Ruling 12:44 Video Reaction: Girl Stuck In Elevator 16:39 Video Reaction: Chess Freakout 24:02 Welcome Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez 32:52 What Is The Ambition Penalty? 42:45 Collective Action vs Individualism 47:49 The Impact of Capitalism 54:05 Reimagining Work Culture 01:09:50 Wellbeing and Diversification 01:11:17 Empowering Women’s Choices 01:18:59 Community Support and Resilience 01:25:38 Mailbag: Feminist or Catholic? 01:37:36 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For advertising or inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

Misandry Is NOT REAL

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign take on one of men’s new favorite new buzzwords. “Misandry.” Is it real, or is it just another way to silence women? Together, they break down why misandry does not exist as a systemic force, and how the term is routinely misused to dismiss women’s lived experiences. They unpack the difference between individual feelings and institutional power, why women’s responses to harm are mislabeled as hatred, and how the conversation is often redirected to center male discomfort instead of female safety. This is not about whether women can dislike men. It is about whether that dislike carries the same weight, consequences, or structural backing as misogyny. The answer is no, and this episode explains exactly why. But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign discuss the Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson breakup and what it reveals about gender dynamics, as well as reactions to MAGA men using or abandoning their wives during a violent incident at the White House Correspondents Dinner. Later, they open the mailbag for a chaotic “Am I The Asshole” story involving a father, a toilet, and a level of petty escalation that raises deeper questions about accountability in everyday life. 🎧 This episode reframes the conversation around “misandry” and makes one thing clear: discomfort is not oppression. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • Why misandry is not comparable to misogyny • The difference between systemic power and individual bias • How women’s reactions to harm are mislabeled and dismissed • Male victim narratives and online discourse • Gender dynamics in relationships and infidelity • Accountability and everyday behavior in patriarchal systems ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson Breakup https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2026/04/25/megan-thee-stallion-and-klay-thompson-break-up-cheating/89798419007/ Dread Game Emotional Abuse https://medium.com/@crackedeggtrivia/dread-game-an-emotional-abuse-tactic-everyone-should-be-aware-of-4cd4b394f91a Why Some Rescue Dogs Are Afraid of Men https://www.rescuechocolate.com/why-some-rescue-dogs-are-afraid-of-men/ 📚 This Week’s Recommendation: Imperfect Women https://www.imdb.com/title/tt31937954/ Margo's Got Money Troubles https://www.imdb.com/title/tt31137273/ 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with “The Audaci-Tea” in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon and become a Tea VIP for perks like: • Early access to every episode (and the show notes!) • Ad-free listening or viewing • Our weekly bonus unhinged and uncensored Crumpets after show • Priority mailbag + topic submissions, and voting power on future topics • Access to our private women only community, and chat channels just for you 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 03:45 Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson Split 20:52 MAGA Men Don’t Care About Their Wives 30:41 Debunking Misandry 41:10 Misandry vs Misogyny 50:31 Women’s Lived Experiences 58:50 Male Victim Narratives 01:12:58 If Misandry Were Real 01:16:42 Patriarchy and Its Impact on Men 01:24:53 Mailbag: The Toilet Situation 01:38:03 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For advertising or inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

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How To Be A Horrible, Mean, Bad Woman (feat. Horrible Mean Bad Woman)

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign are joined by returning guest Sarah, also known as Horrible Mean Bad Woman, to ask the question men desperately don’t want you to: What if being a “good woman” is the problem? Together, they break down how women are socially conditioned into constant niceness, emotional labor, and moral responsibility, all while men are never held to the same standards. Sarah unpacks the power of embracing the “horrible, mean, bad woman” identity as a rejection of impossible expectations designed to keep women compliant. Together they explore how male behavior is excused while women are expected to absorb harm gracefully, how agreeing with men’s negative stereotypes can expose the absurdity of their logic, and why redefining your identity outside of patriarchy is a necessary step toward real autonomy. But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign discuss the shocking murder case involving singer D4vd, the reality behind churches requiring sexual misconduct insurance, Nikki Glaser’s comments about non-monogamy on the Call Her Daddy podcast, and the internet’s reaction to influencer MJ Gray’s engagement. Later, they open the mailbag for one of the wildest listener stories yet, covering a journey from trad marriage to dominatrix to taking down her pedophile father. 🎧 This episode is an unapologetic look at how to embrace your full potential to become the most horrible, mean, bad woman you can be! 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • The pressure on women to be “good” and endlessly accommodating • Emotional labor, morality, and unequal standards between men and women • Reclaiming identity outside patriarchal expectations • Using humor and “agree and amplify” to expose male logic • Why women are not responsible for fixing men or dismantling patriarchy • Embracing autonomy, boundaries, and self definition ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: Singer D4vd charged with murder https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2026-04-20/d4vd-murder-charge-slaying-celeste-rivas-hernandez The Clergy Abuse Crisis Has Cost The Catholic Church $3 Billion https://www.npr.org/2018/08/18/639698062/the-clergy-abuse-crisis-has-cost-the-catholic-church-3-billion Exposing A Global ‘Rape Academy’ https://www.cnn.com/interactive/2026/03/world/expose-rape-assault-online-vis-intl/index.html Gisèle Pelicot case https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c89xde5qzvgo Woman sets man on fire case https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-08/corbie-walpole-sentenced-burning-jake-loader-howlong-sentence/105265038 📚 This Week’s Recommendation: Follow Sarah https://linktr.ee/HorribleMeanBadWoman 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with “The Audaci-Tea” in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon and become a Tea VIP for perks like: •Early access to every episode (and the show notes!) •Ad-free listening or viewing •Our weekly bonus unhinged and uncensored Crumpets after show •Priority mailbag + topic submissions, and voting power on future topics •Access to our private women only community, and chat channels just for you 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 04:31 D4vd Charged With Murder 09:01 Church Sexual Misconduct Insurance 12:28 Misandry and Double Standards 14:36 Nikki Glaser and Non Monogamy 21:26 MJ Gray Engagement Reaction 30:08 Welcome Back Sarah! 37:24 The Burden of Female Morality 44:39 Embracing the “Horrible Woman” Mentality 51:27 The Absurdity Of Male Arguments 01:01:06 The Illusion of Female Moral Responsibility 01:16:56 Embracing the 'Worst Woman' Persona 01:25:30 Mailbag: A Listeners Journey Away From Trad-Wifery 01:47:28 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For advertising or inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates.

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Yes, It IS ALL Men

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign take on one of the most predictable deflections in modern gender discourse. “It’s not all men.” According to who? Together, they break down why this argument falls apart under even the slightest scrutiny, examining the full spectrum of male behavior from overt violence to passive complicity. The hosts explore how even “good men” benefit from, uphold, or ignore systems that consistently harm women, and why minimizing that reality only protects the problem. They unpack the social conditioning that allows harmful behavior to persist, the role of male defensiveness in shutting down accountability, and why women are forced to navigate a world where safety is never guaranteed. This conversation is not about individual exceptions. It is about patterns, systems, and the lived reality women are responding to. But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign discuss a disturbing trend in Brazil involving men training for violent responses to rejection, react to the rise of AI replacing human workers in fast food, break down the implications of the automatic U.S. military draft taking effect this year, and cover reactions to Justin Bieber’s Coachella performance and Aubrey Plaza’s pregnancy news. Later, in Therapy Or The Void, they review the men featured in Louis Theroux’s Manosphere documentary and decide exactly where they belong. 🎧 This episode is a direct confrontation with the systems and behaviors that shape women’s daily reality and why dismissing them only makes things worse. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: • “Not all men” and the spectrum of male behavior • Violence, safety, and women’s lived experiences • Male complicity and passive participation in misogyny • Defensive reactions and the avoidance of accountability • Social conditioning, patriarchy, and normalized harm • Why systemic issues require collective responsibility ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: Stabbed For Saying No: Is Online Misogyny Fueling Violence In Brazil? https://www.barrons.com/news/stabbed-for-saying-no-is-online-misogyny-fueling-violence-in-brazil-98c7955f Women are being abandoned by their partners on hiking trails. What’s behind ‘alpine divorce’? https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/ng-interactive/2026/mar/17/alpine-divorce-abandoned-hiking-trail Robots Cook Your Burger? https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTkUdsFvv/ OpenAI closes Sora video-making app and cancels $1bn Disney deal https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3w3e467ewqo Automatic military draft registration takes effect in December https://www.cnn.com/2026/04/09/politics/us-military-draft-registration-2026 Justin Bieber’s Coachella Performance https://slate.com/culture/2026/04/justin-bieber-coachella-2026-performance-set.html?pay=1776196715975&support_journalism=please Aubrey Plaza Speaks Out About Her Pregnancy for the First Time https://people.com/aubrey-plaza-speaks-out-about-her-pregnancy-for-the-first-time-11948450 Women Did Just Fine Doing “Men’s” Work https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8gDJydY/ 📚 This Week’s Recommendation: The power to dismantle patriarchy starts with NO https://www.tiktok.com/@kristen1942/video/7625690305525763342 It’s Not “All Men” https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8gCBNRn/ 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with “The Audaci-Tea” in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon community https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time 03:56 Violence Trend in Brazil 11:40 AI Replacing Fast Food Workers 21:11 The US Military Draft 24:34 Justin Bieber Coachella Performance 26:59 Aubrey Plaza Pregnancy Reaction 31:08 It Is All Men 40:21 Women’s Safety and Reporting 52:53 Why Men Get Defensive 01:01:55 Patriarchy and Social Consequences 01:12:50 Escalation of Harmful Mindsets 01:20:20 Addressing Misconceptions 01:27:30 Therapy Or The Void 01:44:30 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For advertising or inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the hosts and guests, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates.

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10 Things A Man Will NEVER Admit

In this week’s episode of The Audaci-Tea Podcast, hosts Lisa and Sovereign are back with another episode men will not want you to hear. What are the things a man will never admit out loud? Together, they break down more than 10 unhinged dark truths about how men actually think, move, and operate in relationships and in society. From the way they lie to gain access, to why they stay out of convenience instead of love, to how they use confusion as a weapon, the hosts pull back the curtain on the psychology most men will take to their graves. This is not about bashing men for sport. It is about giving women the information they need to see clearly, protect themselves, and stop absorbing consequences that were never theirs to carry. They also break down why men speak almost entirely in projection, why "jealousy equals love" is one of the oldest scams running, and why a man who nags you about something you are good at is not doubting you. He is afraid of you. But first, in Tea Time, Lisa and Sovereign cover the firing of Pam Bondi and what it reveals about conservative women who sign up to be the patriarchy's bullet bag. They discuss the Kristi Noem husband situation and what the "bimbofication" phenomenon actually says about how these men view women. And they cover the heartbreaking case of Coral Springs Vice Mayor Nancy Bowen, with a candid conversation about why successful women are most at risk. They also react to a clip of Leslie Jones comparing marriage to legalized slavery and explain why she did not tell a single lie. Later, they open up the mailbag and read a message from a listener who went from dating a younger man with a Viagra habit and a choking problem, to a guy who trauma-dumped his entire childhood on a phone call before calling HER weird. 🎧 This episode is a field guide to male nature that no one handed you. Consider it required listening. 🎙️ Topics Discussed: Why men don't fear losing you, they fear losing control of how you see them Men, Peter Pan syndrome, and why withholding does not work The difference between being a resource and being an investment Why men stay in relationships out of convenience, not love How men knowingly waste your time while keeping you emotionally hooked Breadcrumbing, negging, and deliberate confusion as tools of control Why men change faster for male approval than for the women they hurt Men, projection, and how to decode what they actually mean The jealousy equals love scam Subtle intimidation tactics and how to recognize them The Universe 25 experiment and what it tells us about the patriarchy crumbling ✨ Links and Resources Mentioned: Pam Bondi Fired https://www.cnn.com/2026/04/04/politics/how-pam-bondi-lost-her-job Kristi Noem Responds to Husband's Bimbofication Fetish Photos https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/kristi-noem-husband-bimbofication-fetish-photos-1235539805/ Kat Blaque: Byron Noem Is Not A Closet Case https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTkB8TJJP/ Coral Springs Vice Mayor Found Dead Inside Her Home, Husband in Custody https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/coral-springs-vice-mayor-death-investigation/ 📚 This Week's Recommendation: The power to dismantle patriarchy starts with NO https://www.tiktok.com/@kristen1942/video/7625690305525763342 💌 Join the Conversation: Got questions or wild stories to share? Email us at mailbag@sirensound.co with "The Audaci-Tea" in the subject line. ☕✨ Support the Show: Join our Patreon community. Sign up for free or become a Tea VIP for exclusive perks like: Bonus Crumpets segment, completely unhinged and uncensored Early access to episodes Voice memo mailbag access Ad free listening A private community just for women 👉 https://www.patreon.com/audacitea 🛍️ Shop The Audaci-Tea Merch Store https://audaci-tea-shop.fourthwall.com ▶️ Subscribe and watch full episodes on YouTube and become a member for Crumpets after show: https://youtube.com/@theaudaci-teapodcast 📱 Follow Us Online: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the_audacitea0 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_audaci-tea_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585115231509 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qfGGpJ0aS626IGBGwLtdU Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audaci-tea/id1779370788 🕰️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Tea Time! 04:26 Pam Bondi Fired 07:03 Kristi Noem and the Bimbofication of Her Husband 13:12 Nancy Bowen: Rest in Power 17:50 Video React: Leslie Jones on Marriage and Slavery 24:58 Introduction to 10 Things A Man Will Never Admit 25:52 Truth 1: Men Don't Fear Losing You, They Fear Losing Control 30:28 Truth 2: Men Refuse to Grow Up 37:02 Truth 3: Men Are Transactional 39:35 Truth 4: Men Stay Out of Convenience 45:42 Truth 5: Men Knowingly Waste Your Time 47:06 Truth 6: Men Neg and Humble Women on Purpose 55:24 Truth 7: Men Respect Other Men More Than Women 57:27 Truth 8: Men Deliberately Keep You Confused 59:15 Truth 9: Men Don't Want You to Grow 1:04:38 Truth 10: Men Speak in Projection 1:15:39 What to Do With This Information 1:17:12 Mailbag: Viagra, Choking, and Trauma Dumping 1:40:05 Poll Results 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound, executively produced by Lisa Carr and The Sovereign Woman. Music, audio, video, and show production by Ryan Marth and Siren Sound. 📩 For advertising, business, or general inquiries: info@sirensound.co 💡 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Siren Sound or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.