Gals Who Give A Shit

CONTENT WARNING: Discussions of gun violence and school shootings.  Wow. Yet again, it happens just like before. Violence against children- both in policy and in the physical. Children in America seem to have a war waged against them, all forced by our government’s hand. There is an absence of gun control policies, but a plethora of those policing gender expression, books, and so much more.  We’ve gotta keep talking about these things. And on GWGAS, we will.

Phew, we’re exhausted but also feeling called to action- aren’t you? Listen to this week’s episode all about climate change and how we as a society can work to do better and hold the big guys accountable. Let’s save our mama!

Lexi is back… and unfortunately, we have a lot to catch up on. From anti-trans bills to environmental tragedies, to student loans and gun violence- we have to address that its only March, and this is where we are.

Join Lexi in celebrating GWGAS’s first birthday with a full-year recap of all 21 episodes that were released in it’s first year during 2022! A full, busy, and proud year full of ups and downs- but it can’t be traded. Thanks for being a part of it, give-a-shitter!

**CONTENT WARNING: DISCUSSIONS OF VIOLENCE AND HATE AGAINST LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY. PLEASE LISTEN WITH CAUTION. Y’all- we must protect every single LGBTQ+ person at all costs! kids and adults alike. This week, Lexi analyzes the recent rise in anti-trans bills, goals of ending legal gay marriage, hate crimes, and how the unloving, uber judgmental, and not-so-christian christians/conservatives play the biggest role. Listen wherever you get your favorite pods!

It happened, and thank God it's over. Now, let's recap! In this episode, Lexi goes over the highs, the lows, and a bit in between. Listen now wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!

It is officially midterm (and spooky) szn! These races are heated, and we’ve got a lot to cover. In this episode, Lexi touches on some races she thinks are important, and some of her favs in the Kentucky elections. Just a side note: don’t forget to vote on November 8th!

You read that right- SCOTUS is back, just in time for spooky season! Grab your alcoholic beverage of choice and curl up because the doom isn’t over yet. In this episode, Lexi breaks down the basics of some cases she feels you need to know about. Buckle up!

This week on GWGAS, we discuss the new little mermaid debacle more in-depth, and talk about why the racist comments need to be addressed and put to rest, for obvious and less obvious reasons. Listen wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!

Lexi is back! In this short (and kind of random) episode of GWGAS, Lexi explains why she’s been gone, updates you about her recent adventures, and also the most important stuff: what’s happening in our own back yards.

**CONTENT WARNING: DEPICTIONS AND SOUNDS OF INTENSE VIOLENCE. January 6th, 2021. A date in recent history that is definitely one for the books... but not in a good way. But what really happened in those several hours? In this episode, Lexi breaks it down by summarizing each congressional hearing up to this point. Prepare for a wild ride, friends.

In this short and sweet episode, Lexi takes a break from chatting about what's going on in the world and shifts to a discussion about applying for jobs and how infuriating the process can be. But don't give up hope friends, let's have a pep talk!

**CONTENT WARNING: SLIGHT DISCUSSION OF RAPE/INCESTIN REGARD TO ABORTION CARE, POLICE BRUTALITY, AND HARM AGAINST NATIVE PEOPLES.

In this episode, GWGAS host Lexi speaks with special guest Gigi Karaya about their passions of mental health, alternative healing, and how these thing have helped shape their life journey. Gigi also explains her advice for what we as give-a-shitters can do to balance caring for the world while taking care of yourself in tandem.

TRIGGER WARNING: DISCUSSIONS OF MASS MURDER AND GUN VIOLENCE. Desensitized. Selfishness. Heartbreaking. These are just a few words to describe the phenomena of gun violence in America. From Uvalde, to Buffalo, to Tulsa; America has endured so much recently. But will anything change? Can anything change? This week’s episode will explore those questions, and examine the stubbornness of America’s gun lovers- including politicians.

**TRIGGER WARNING: MILD TALK OF RAPE/INCEST IN TERMS OF ABORTION.** Living in America right now is not only exhausting, but scary. we have abortion access and other reproductive rights dangling in front of us, but Shootings and shortages have us in chokeholds. In this episode, Lexi explains what’s happening and offers some suggestions on what we do from here.

Climate change continues to get worse, and in honor of this year’s Earth Day, we’re gonna talk about it. From billionaires, to corporate schemes in the form of greenwashing, and capitalism- it all plays a part. Let’s chat about it!

The world of work is continuously changing. Workers are beginning to see their worth and demanding changes, hustle and grind culture is being condemned, and the pandemic has highlighted numerous workplace issues. However, there is heavy corporate resistance against unionizations, and older generations are claiming that no one wants to work- what’s the truth?

**CONTENT WARNING: MILD TALK OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE. In the final part of our series, The Vagina Monologues, Emma and Lexi chat about all things female pleasure; from the taboo of it itself, to masturbation, to the male gaze, and more. If sexual shame has ever left you feeling weird or abnormal- this one is for you. You’re not alone in this! Check out the show notes on our website this week for our GWGAS sex-positive playlist!

In this episode, Lexi and Emma chat about the part of ourselves that all people with uteruses hate: our periods. Yay bloody vaginas! We'll explore the scientific understanding of a person's period, the vast selection of menstrual products to choose from, and how hormones have a say in all that our body does- including how our delightfully bloody cousin visits each month.