This week's guest is Yuko Kudo! Yuko was born in Japan and immigrated to the United States in  2003. She's a multi-dimensional artist and creator, who uses art and storytelling to create community. Additionally, Yuko is the Founder and Artistic Director of the "I AM" Series Global, which showcases artists' talent within themes focusing on claiming one's various, complex identities and belonging.   Our conversation (recorded in May during quarantine) centers around community healing and starting that process within yourself. We discuss the impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on ..read more

Fiona Teng, a Hong Kong-born, Bay Area-made, and New York City-based fierce writer of color and Afro-Brazilian drummer,  joins us on Ladyparts this week! Our conversation centers around PCOS, IUDs, the "care" (or lack thereof) in the healthcare system, undoing the patriarchy, and investing in the wellness of young girls and women.  Be sure to show her some social media love on Instagram @fionayinghengteng. To dive deeper into some of the items we mentioned, check out @saifaemerges for intersex activism and reproductive justice posts. If you'd like to get in touch, emails us at hellol ..read more

This week we're diving into a fun conversation with Caprica Stanley (podcaster, photographer, and production manager). Our dialogue explores boundary setting, parenting your inner child, and how identity impacts advocacy. Caprica (aka Cappy) also dives into how generational conditioning shows up as we explore the (sometimes toxic) trope of the strong black woman.  Want to leave some feedback or hear yourself on a future episode? Send a voice message to anchor.fm/ladyparts and we might share your thoughts on the air! Or, you can drop us a line at helloladyparts@gmail.com! --- Send in a voi ..read more

In this episode, we explore what topics we'll explore on this season of the Ladyparts Podcast, how listeners can get make their voices heard, and our host, Neeka Deen, shares her unique journey with uterine fibroids. If you're joining us on launch day, Happy International Women's Day!  About Fibroids: According to The Center for Innovative GYN Care, seventy to eighty percent of American women will develop uterine fibroids by age 50. For African-American women that becomes a staggering 90%. Even with an already high rate of occurrence, African-American women are two to ..read more

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ladyparts/message ..read more

This week's episode is part of a special 3-part conversation with Doa Rahman. Doa (she/her/hers) is a yoga instructor, life coach for Muslim women, and a skilled writer (you can find her enriching offerings at @allthingsdoa on Instagram). Our conversation explores race, identity, and forging your own path while honoring the footsteps of those who came before you. The road to honoring our most authentic selves isn't always easy, but our values, beliefs, and individuality are always worth fighting for.  If you'd like to get in touch, email me at helloladyparts@gmail.com or find me on IG @la ..read more

This week's guest is Yuko Kudo! Yuko was born in Japan and immigrated to the United States in  2003. She's a multi-dimensional artist and creator, who uses art and storytelling to create community. Additionally, Yuko is the Founder and Artistic Director of the "I AM" Series Global, which showcases artists' talent within themes focusing on claiming one's various, complex identities and belonging.   Our conversation (recorded in May during quarantine) centers around community healing and starting that process within yourself. We discuss the impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on ..read more

Fiona Teng, a Hong Kong-born, Bay Area-made, and New York City-based fierce writer of color and Afro-Brazilian drummer,  joins us on Ladyparts this week! Our conversation centers around PCOS, IUDs, the "care" (or lack thereof) in the healthcare system, undoing the patriarchy, and investing in the wellness of young girls and women.  Be sure to show her some social media love on Instagram @fionayinghengteng. To dive deeper into some of the items we mentioned, check out @saifaemerges for intersex activism and reproductive justice posts. If you'd like to get in touch, emails us at hellol ..read more

This week we're diving into a fun conversation with Caprica Stanley (podcaster, photographer, and production manager). Our dialogue explores boundary setting, parenting your inner child, and how identity impacts advocacy. Caprica (aka Cappy) also dives into how generational conditioning shows up as we explore the (sometimes toxic) trope of the strong black woman.  Want to leave some feedback or hear yourself on a future episode? Send a voice message to anchor.fm/ladyparts and we might share your thoughts on the air! Or, you can drop us a line at helloladyparts@gmail.com! --- This episode ..read more

In this episode, we explore what topics we'll explore on this season of the Ladyparts Podcast, how listeners can get make their voices heard, and our host, Neeka Deen, shares her unique journey with uterine fibroids. If you're joining us on launch day, Happy International Women's Day!  About Fibroids: According to The Center for Innovative GYN Care, seventy to eighty percent of American women will develop uterine fibroids by age 50. For African-American women that becomes a staggering 90%. Even with an already high rate of occurrence, African-American women are two to ..read more