Best Laura Jimenez Podcasts (2025)

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Dreaming of Home with Author and Immigration Activist Cristina Jimenez 47:05

1d ago47:05

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Watching the news has been especially horrifying lately. We’re drowning in video of armed, masked ice agents charging into neighborhoods, refusing to identify themselves, snatching up our neighbors, and the next thing you know they’ve been deported to terrible prisons in other countries, deprived of due process, and at the mercy of a government tha…

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32 - What You’re Really Paying For When You Hire a Sleep Doula 10:50

8d ago10:50

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Send us a text In this powerful, no-fluff episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep, Doula Deb is pulling back the curtain on what really goes into a sleep consult—and spoiler alert: it’s not just nap tips and a “good luck” email. If you’ve ever wondered why working with a sleep doula feels like a big investment, this is y…

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Nicole Graev Lipson, author of Mothers and Other Fictional Characters 52:57

8d ago52:57

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The archetype of “mother” is a weight many women carry-but it’s certainly not our whole story, or necessarily an accurate one. In fact, the stories we are told about women, the complexities of womanhood, are often shackles that serve to keep us bound to a society that claims to value us but holds us back in so many ways. Nicole Graev Lipson’s new m…

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Andre Perry on Black Power Scorecard 51:50

15d ago51:50

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The early part of this decade seemed like it might signify a realignment of the social and cultural power of Black Americans. But the realities of that power–and how it translates into meaningful justice and social change–are less clear, and perhaps less optimistic. Especially now in the second Trump era, where everything which does not perpetuate …

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31 - How to Support Your Hormones in Postpartum Recovery and Beyond (Guest: Ashley Rocha, Herbalist and CEO of LadyWell) 33:09

15d ago33:09

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Send us a text In this powerful and refreshingly real episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep, Deb sits down with herbalist and hormone health expert Ashley Rocha, CEO and founder of Ladywell, to talk all things postpartum hormones—and wow, is it a ride. Ashley opens up about her own long, painful journey through PMDD, m…

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30 - Monthly Doula Check-Ins: Real Support for Real Life in the First Year 8:08

21d ago8:08

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Send us a text In this heartfelt and empowering episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep, Deb Jimenez—beloved doula, certified sleep coach, and postpartum ride-or-die—dives deep into one of the most underrated tools for new families: monthly doula calls. Deb pulls back the curtain on what these calls actually look like (s…

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Edge of the World: Alden Jones on Queer Travel Writing 45:10

22d ago45:10

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The Trump regime built much of its identity–and certainly campaigned around–its hatred of LGBTQ Americans. Unfortunately, the success of that campaign again revealed just how much anti-queer bias there is in the American populace. And while there may be no populated nation in the world that is truly free of anti-queer bias, there are places that ar…

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29 - Understanding Postpartum Mood Disorders (Dr. Angie Maxwell, PT, DPT, WCS and Laura Meader, LICSW) 1:04:34

28d ago1:04:34

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Send us a text In this powerful and affirming episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep, Deb sits down with two incredible experts—Dr. Angie Maxwell, pelvic floor physical therapist and founder of Madrona PT, and Laura Meader, licensed clinical social worker, therapist, and founder of Crescent Moon Therapy, for a deeply ne…

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Laura Packard on the Health Nightmare of the Second Trump Regime 47:12

29d ago47:12

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It’s hard to overstate the danger the Trump regime is posing to Americans. This is especially true for Americans who rely on our healthcare system for chronic diseases or conditions. From cuts to research funding, building registries for people with autism, attacks on women’s access to healthcare, and so much more, it’s truly horrifying what is in …

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28 - The Relational Transition to Parenthood (Guest: Angharad Hollingworth) 54:14

1M ago54:14

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Send us a text In this heart-opening episode, Deb sits down with Marriage and Family Therapist and birth worker Angharad Hollingworth to dive deep into the relational shifts that come with becoming a parent — the ones nobody really warns you about. Together, they explore the emotional, physical, and neurological changes that happen when a baby ente…

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Alia Dastagir, Author of To Those Who Have Confused You to Be a Person 47:09

1M ago47:09

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There is a rapist presiding over the United States. That rapist has directed his government to gut federal efforts to protect women from violence of all sorts. Health and Human Services fired nearly all of its staff at the Division of Violence Prevention. The office on violence against women has removed all funding opportunities from its website an…

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27 - Returning to Work After Baby: What Jamie Wishes She Knew (Guest: Jamie Blackall) 56:30

1M ago56:30

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Send us a text In this refreshingly honest episode of Doula Talk, Deb sits down with her own virtual assistant (and former teacher turned homeschool mama), Jamie Blackall. Together, they tackle the often-overwhelming experience of returning to work after having a baby—from the emotional upheaval to the logistical chaos and everything in between. Ja…

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Alyssa and Ben's News Roundup 47:51

1M ago47:51

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Most weeks, we bring a guest onto speak in depth on a single issue. But every once in a while, there’s so much going on that Alyssa and Ben take an episode to check in on...all of this nonsense. That’s what we’re doing this week. And we even start with some good news: It’s baseball season.

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26 - In Flow: Reclaiming Your Rhythm, Redefining Productivity (Guest: Kasia Stiggelbout from In Flow Planner) 1:03:06

2M ago1:03:06

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Send us a text In this powerful and affirming episode, Deb chats with Kasia Stiggelbout, founder of In Flow, about what it really means to live and work in sync with your cycle. Kasia shares her own journey from corporate burnout to building a wellness brand that centers cyclical living — and why women deserve more than a “just push through it” cul…

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Gianna Toboni- The Volunteer 48:06

2M ago48:06

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The United States executes more people than nearly any other country. In fact, in 2023, the only countries with more reported executions were Iran, Saudi Arabia, Somalia and Iraq. Inside the United States, courts are trying to navigate the legality of execution and methods of execution, and the various states have different rules and customs of thi…

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25 - Pelvic Floor Truths Every Pregnant Person Should Know (But Probably Wasn’t Told)(Guest: Dr. Mandi Murtaugh) 1:15:25

2M ago1:15:25

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Send us a text In this empowering episode of Doula Talk, Deb sits down with pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Mandi Murtaugh to unravel the mystery of the pelvic floor — what it is, what it does, and why it’s essential to understand before, during, and after pregnancy. Dr. Mandi shares her own journey into pelvic health, dispels common myths (spo…

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Writing as a Force for Good - Reporting from AWP25 35:54

2M ago35:54

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In late March, thousands of writers, publishers, students, and writing educators gathered in Los Angeles for the Association of Writers and Writing Programs annual conference. Since our own Ben Jackson is a writer and professor of composition, we thought it would be a great opportunity to hear how writing is changing the world for the better in a t…

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24 - Birth Stories from Hawaii - Deb & Beth Share Their Wildly Different (But Equally Beautiful) Journeys (Guest - Beth James & Ellie Jimenez) 38:47

2M ago38:47

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Send us a text In this heartfelt and often hilarious episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep, Doula Deb takes listeners on a powerful storytelling journey straight from sunny Oahu, where she’s joined by her best friend Beth—and a very special guest: her daughter Ellie. First, Deb shares the intimate story of Ellie’s home…

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Todd Wolfson of the American Association of University Professors 45:25

2M ago45:25

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In the two months since the Trump regime took power, it has worked feverishly to dismantle the higher educational apparatus in the United States. Grant money funding research in the billions of dollars has been stopped or held to use as leverage against researchers and institutions. At the same time, Trump and his cronies are working to suppress fr…

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23 - Tongue Ties, Feeding Struggles, and the Power of Myofunctional Therapy (Guest: Brittany Hageman from Coastal Myofunctional Speech Therapy) 1:03:52

2M ago1:03:52

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Send us a text In this eye-opening episode of Doula Talk, Doula Deb sits down with Brittany Hageman, a speech-language pathologist and certified orofacial myologist who specializes in myofunctional and oral motor therapy from infancy through adulthood. With over a decade of clinical experience—and personal experience navigating tongue ties with bot…

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Jesse Baum on the 1-800-MEDICARE workers fighting to unionize 42:03

2M ago42:03

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Right now, our government is making dramatic slashes to the federal workforce. Tens of thousands have already lost their jobs, and healthcare benefits are definitely on the chopping block. At the same time, the Trump regime is perhaps the most anti-union administration in our history, working to lessen the power of workers. In her recent article fo…

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22 - Holistic Approaches to Postpartum Recovery: Blending Traditional and Modern Practices 10:56

3M ago10:56

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Send us a text Are you really prepared for postpartum recovery? Or are you just hoping for the best? Because let me tell you—postpartum isn’t just about “bouncing back” (ugh, I hate that phrase). It’s about healing, support, and care—things many cultures around the world prioritize way better than we do. After years of working with families and stu…

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Sarah Jones, Author of "Disposable: America's Contempt for the Underclass" 36:21

3M ago36:21

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Donald Trump won a second term in part because of a disingenuous populist message that was intended to harness the anger of poor Americans at a system that does not serve them. Their anger is righteous–and while Trump is certainly not doing anything that will change this, his presidency is at least in part a symptom of our national contempt for the…

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21 - Postpartum Recovery in Four Easy Steps! 18:57

3M ago18:57

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Send us a text Why Postpartum Recovery Needs More Attention (And How to Do It Right!) Most new parents spend all their time preparing for birth, but what about after birth? The exhaustion, the physical recovery, the “why does my body feel like I ran a marathon while also being hit by a truck” phase—yeah, that part. In this episode of Doula Talk, De…

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Kris Brown of Brady on the State of Gun Violence in the New America 48:09

3M ago48:09

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Back in 2018, Ben and I started NoRA as we watched the Parkland school shooting unfold. In the work to reduce gun violence and the deadly influence of the gun lobby on our nation we discovered so many amazing people doing so much important work in this field. Kris Brown, president of Brady, is one of those people, and we’re happy to have her here w…

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20 - Tongue Ties Uncovered: What Every Parent Needs to Know (Guest: Renee Beebe, IBCLC) 1:00:56

3M ago1:00:56

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Send us a text Feeding a newborn is supposed to be natural, right? So why does it sometimes feel like an Olympic-level challenge? In this episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep, Doula Deb sits down with IBCLC and lactation expert Renee Beebe to unravel the mystery of tongue ties—one of the most misunderstood (and misdia…

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Make Good Trouble with Jamia Wilsom 55:16

3M ago55:16

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We’ve been talking a lot this year about effective resistance and the need for each of us to do something. That’s all well and good, but it can be hard to figure out exactly how to start. Jamia Wilson’s new book Make Good Trouble: Discover Movements that Sparked Change can help! Jamia is an award-winning feminist activist, writer, speaker, and podc…

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19 - Why Feeding Therapy and Holistic Support Matter for Your Baby and Your Peace of Mind (Guest: Carissa Guiley, M.S., CCC SLP, CLC) 49:32

3M ago49:32

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Send us a text In this eye-opening episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep, Doula Deb interviews Carissa Guiley, founder of Nourished Feeding Therapy, to pull back the curtain on the complex and often misunderstood world of infant feeding challenges. Carissa, a speech-language pathologist and certified lactation counselo…

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Money, Lies, and God: Katharine Stewart 45:23

3M ago45:23

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Can you believe it’s barely been one month? Trump’s regime has only been in power a few weeks, and it has already done so much damage to the basic tenets of our democracy that it’s hard to get our heads around it. And while Trump is moving quickly, this is not the product of quick and fast action. Rather, it's the result of a decades-long effort th…

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18 - Preparing for Postpartum – The Five Essentials Every Mom Needs 15:39

4M ago15:39

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Send us a text Every new parent dreams of a smooth, supported postpartum experience—but let’s be real, without a plan, it can feel like survival mode. In this episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep, Deb lays out the five absolute must-haves every parent needs to thrive in those early weeks. She’s not talking about fancy…

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Effective Activism 45:02

4M ago45:02

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In the first of our new live format, Alyssa and Ben dig into the evils and incompetence of the early Trump regime, and the need for focused, strategic, and effective activism. Tune in LIVE every Thursday at 5PM ET/2PM PT for new episodes!

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Thinking about Superman as a model for manhood with Dr. Brian Johnson 41:16

4M ago41:16

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Send us a text In this episode of Reading in the Gutter, Dani chats with Dr. Brian Johnson, a Dean of Student Formation, about his love of Superman. They discuss the history of Superman, considering the historical, religious, and mythological inspirations for the character. They also discuss the social justice implications of Superman in modern tim…

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17 - The Preparing for Parenthood Workbook – The Ultimate Guide to Building Your Support System 10:36

4M ago10:36

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Send us a text Support the show Thank you for listening! Tune in next time for more insights and support on your parenting journey. Contact Information: Doula Deb: www.DoulaDeb.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doula.deb/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/debdoula TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@doula.deb Twitter: https://twitter.com/doula_d…

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Valentine's Day 2025 34:42

4M ago34:42

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Yes, the world is a hot mess--but we're not ALWAYS about political or social issues. Ok, we're always about political or social issues. And sometimes, those issues include love and sex. This week, we've got both for you!

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