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Artwork for Messy Liberation: Feminist Conversations about Politics and Pop Culture

Messy Liberation: Feminist Conversations about Politics and Pop Culture

Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown
Feminism
Trash TV
Body Empowerment
Diet Culture
Reality Television
Body Neutrality
Gender Roles
Chappell Roan
Tipping Culture
Housewives Franchise
Lizzo
Kamala Harris
Donald Trump
HGTV
Sports
Fashion
Health
Personal Growth
Community
Capitalism

Join feminist coaches Taina Brown and Becky Mollenkamp for casual (and often deep) conversations about business, current events, politics, pop culture, and more. We’re not perfect activists or allies! These are our real-time, messy feminist perspectives on the world around us. This podcast is for you if you find yourself asking questions like: • Why is feminism important today? • What is intersect... more

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Artwork for Messy Liberation: Feminist Conversations about Politics and Pop Culture

Latest Episodes

Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dig into the U.S. military action in Venezuela, and why calling it “surprising” misses the point entirely. What’s happening in Venezuela isn’t new. What is new is how little the U.S. is pretending anymore.

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New year, same bullshit? In this first episode of the year, Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown tear into the pressure cooker that is “New Year, New You”—and why it’s a capitalist scam designed to make you feel broken so someone else can profit.

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Our friend Nicole just dropped the trailer for her new podcast Just Rest — and we're SOOO excited!

We’re both part of the Feminist Podcast Collective, and watching this show come to life has been such a joy. Just Rest is for people who care deeply,... more

As 2025 winds down, Becky and Taina sit with the mess—grief, burnout, political devastation, small joys, and the complicated work of staying human inside it all. This isn’t an episode about toxic optimism or shiny New Year’s resolutions. It’s about t... more

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Taina Brown
Former feminist scholar turned personal and professional development coach with over 15 years of experience.
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Portia Michele Osumaré
Client experience designer and entrepreneur
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Laura Thomas
Fitness coach focused on body liberation and strength training
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Episode: Your Body Isn’t the Problem: Divorce Diet Culture & Come Home to Your Body with Laura Thomas
Ariana (Arns)
Co-host of BRB Crying, a comedy podcast about crying
BRB Crying
Episode: Two podcasts walk Into a crying session (because feeling deeply is feminist as hell)
Angela (Nins)
Co-host of BRB Crying, a comedy podcast about crying
BRB Crying
Episode: Two podcasts walk Into a crying session (because feeling deeply is feminist as hell)
Nikki the Death Doula
A Death Doula and grief coach from Columbus, Ohio, who helps people navigate the end-of-life experience and cope with grief after the loss of a loved one.
Episode: Grief Doesn’t Have to Suck: Lessons from Nikki the Death Doula
Jordan Maney
The Radical Joy Coach, helping people center rest, joy, and care in their lives.
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Episode: Rest So You Can Rage with Jordan Maney
Tiana Dodson
Body liberation facilitator who helps people reconnect with their bodies and understand the systems of oppression regarding body image.
Episode: Body Liberation vs. Body Positivity: Tiana Dodson on Breaking Free from Shame
Frances Crusoe
Polyamorous and mother of two, Frances discusses her journey into polyamory and the importance of open communication.
Episode: Polyamory, Parenting & Faith: Breaking Myths About Ethical Non-Monogamy

Hosts

Becky Mollenkamp
Co-host of Messy Liberation, discussing feminism and personal growth.
Taina Brown
Co-host of Messy Liberation, discussing feminism and activism.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • In the words of Marie Kondo, I love mess!

    Love these raw and authentic convos between these two! Life is ~messy~ and it’s so refreshing to listen to two people who just get it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nins397
    United States3 months ago
  • Ladies On Point

    Love the topics of these two, and his its about building and learning more than just telling us what to do. These ladies are observing and applying and it makes me want to learn and apply new knowledge too

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Miss Graham
    United States5 months ago
  • The voices we need!

    I love this honest, authentic, raw approach. We’re taking off the gloves and pulling back the hood to see what’s really happening. The hosts are spectacular and the topics are always on point. Make this one a regular listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HLVP
    United States9 months ago
  • Love this show!

    I love how Taina and Becky talk honestly and the messiness of liberation and then naming the small steps we can all take toward big liberation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RevNMH
    United Statesa year ago
  • Proud of this show!

    These conversations with my amazing co-host Taina are everything! We are so grateful to everyone who listens.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beckymollenkamp
    United Statesa year ago

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Reviews highlight the show's focus on personal growth, social action, and the importance of collective engagement in addressing societal issues.
Many express gratitude for the honest discussions on difficult topics and how these provide validation in their own experiences.
The relationship between the hosts is celebrated, fostering a sense of community among listeners.
Listeners appreciate the raw and authentic conversations offered, feeling like they are engaging with old friends.

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Body Liberation vs. Body Positivity: Tiana Dodson on Breaking Free from Shame
Q: Where do you start with education on body liberation?
Education must start where you are, finding accessible texts and communities that resonate with your experience.
Body Liberation vs. Body Positivity: Tiana Dodson on Breaking Free from Shame
Q: How did you come across this work? What's the backstory?
I am my own first client and moved from being a mechanical engineer to a body liberation facilitator after realizing the limitations of the health coaching approach towards larger bodies.
Body Liberation vs. Body Positivity: Tiana Dodson on Breaking Free from Shame
Q: When you hear the term body liberation, how is that different and or the same as body positivity?
Body positivity is the mainstream version of body liberation, which tends to focus on aesthetic things rather than the politics of having a body that falls outside the ideal.
Body Liberation vs. Body Positivity: Tiana Dodson on Breaking Free from Shame
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about you?
I'm Tiana Dodson. I'm a body liberation facilitator, and I help people reconnect with their bodies and destigmatize fatness.
Your Body Isn’t the Problem: Divorce Diet Culture & Come Home to Your Body with Laura Thomas
Q: What do you think is the first step for someone looking to reconnect with their body?
Addressing the mental and emotional aspects of feeling safe in their body is crucial before engaging physically.

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Focused on intertwining feminist perspectives with contemporary issues, this series fosters engaging dialogues between two feminist coaches as they tackle themes of politics, pop culture, business, and sociocultural challenges. The hosts explore topics such as intersectional feminism, ethical capitalism, and the concept of liberation while questioning societal norms and advocating for collective action. Listeners can expect candid discussions reflecting the ongoing complexities and challenges faced by marginalized communities, alongside practical insights on navigating these contemporary dilemmas. Unique to this series are its authentic, often personal narratives that provide a relatable lens on serious discussions, making it suitable for t... more

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2. Portia Michele Osumaré
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