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I'm baaaack!No links to share this week. Just a story about my experience living through a week of deep cold in Central Texas.You can contact me:Here, orHereSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)

The song I attempted to kazoohttps://youtu.be/Ek2NucwOOvsHistory stuffhttps://geneticliteracyproject.org/2018/02/12/mother-citrus-oranges-grapefruit-lemons-limes-descended-single-ancestor/https://www.thenibble.com/reviews/main/fruits/lemon-types.asphttps://dpi.wi.gov/sites/default/files/imce/school-nutrition/pdf/fact-sheet-lemon.pdfPractical useshttps://experthometips.com/uses-for-lemons-cleaning-beautyhttps://www.rd.com/article/34-reasons-to-load-up-on-lemons/https://www.almanac.com/content/household-uses-lemonshttps://dpi.wi.gov/sites/default/files/imce/school-nutrition/pdf/fact-sheet-lemon.pdfYou can contact me:Here, orHereSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)

Stuff I cover:No bananas on boardNo (clothed) women on boardNever start a voyage on a FridayChanging the boat's name is bad luckEarringsTattoosThe sources I checked out and more:Very Superstitious: 13 Sailor Superstitions - Boater ExamSailors Superstitionshttps://people.howstuffworks.com/why-is-it-bad-luck-to-change-name-ship.htmhttps://www.livescience.com/33099-why-did-pirates-wear-earrings-.htmlhttps://www.military.com/undertheradar/2016/07/here-are-the-meanings-behind-19-classic-sailor-tattoosYou can contact me:Here, orHereSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)

Stuff I cover:People are using "Napoleon on Elba" as a simile for what to do with Trump after he is no longer presidentWhy this is not a great ideaA quick summary of Napoleon and why he ended up exiled twiceThe sources I checked out and more:Shimmer SNL commercialhttps://www.britannica.com/place/CorsicaWhy Napoleon Probably Should Have Just Stayed in Exile the First TimeBooks: From the Pen of Nhttps://www.bloomlegal.com/blog/what-is-unique-about-louisiana-law/Napoleon Is Exiled to Elbahttps://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/napoleon-dies-in-exileYou can contact me:Here, orHereSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)

Season 2, Episode 5  - January 10, 2021A Current Event Spelling LessonStuff I cover:affect vs effectcompliment vs complementhome (in) vs honecapital vs capitol/CapitolI relied on the great Merriam Webster online dictionary to help explain word meaningsHow to send me a message:Here, orHereSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)

Here is the webpage I went through for today's episode:https://listverse.com/2016/12/19/10-everyday-things-with-totally-unexpected-origins/ How to send me a messageHere, or Here Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)

 January 4, 2021The song I was trying to kazoo (this version by one of my favorite groups):The High Kings - The Wild RoverStuff I cover:The problems that the Celts have had with the EnglishIn particular, the problem that was William III in the 17th centuryHow the wrong battle became the “don’t forget” rallying cry of the IrishThe sources I checked out and more:British History's Biggest Fibs With Lucy Worsley - Episode 2: The Glorious Revolution10 Facts About the Battle of the Boyne History Ireland The House of OrangeMy own information:Patreon pageHow to send me a message:Here, orHereSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)

Season 2, Episode 2 - January 1, 2021New Years in Times PastStuff I talk about:The Babylonians and their new year observanceDitto the EgyptiansThe Romans and how that matters to us todayPope Gregory and his fix-it calendarSome thoughts that fell out of my brain about all thisSources I used:https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/new-yearshttps://www.britannica.com/story/why-does-the-new-year-start-on-january-1https://www.history.com/news/5-ancient-new-years-celebrationsMy cerebrumEpisode note, aka "smack my head" moment:  Duh...October, November, December did NOT get set up after Julius and Augustus...they were in place in a 10-month calendar. Helloooo! Oct = 8, Nov = 9, Dec = 10.  It hit me listening to playback. Sorry about that!(and toward the end, I said "Christian New Year" when I meant "Chinese New  Year"...I suspect I'll have notes like this for every episode!)Here is the George Hahn Twitter video I promised: https://twitter.com/CapehartJ/status/1344738477150265363------------------This podcast is available on pretty much every pod platform out there, so please subscribe on whichever  one you choose.  (and leave a review when the mood strikes!)To chat with me directly about the pod (or, in certain cases, about pretty much anything), become a Patron of WTF. Information about patronizing me is below.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)

I'm baaaack!There's a format change to the pod, and the new name--Woman Talking Freely--might give you the hint.In this announcement, I'll tell you the why and the how of the format change. Next episode begins a whole new era of talking freely!This podcast is available on pretty much every pod platform out there, so please subscribe on whichever  one you choose. To chat with me directly about the pod (or, in certain cases, about pretty much anything), become a Patron of WTF. Information about patronizing me is at https://www.patreon.com/womantalkingfreely.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)

This episode of WTF features Sparrow Alden, my fellow classmate in the Signum University Masters Program and now my friend. She is, among other things, a poet, writing facilitator, and competitive knitter. Our conversation ranges over a lot of topics, starting with stepping into a new phase of life for Sparrow.My Word, my solo segment, taught me the meaning of term often used in Georgette Heyer’s Regency romance novels. My challenge to you: use the word at least once in writing or conversation and tell me about it (@trishlambertwriter on Facebook or direct to me at trish@trishlambert.com). I’ll share your stories (if it’s okay with you) in future episodes.Show notesThis conversation took place on June 19, 2020Check out WriterSpace at http://www.birchislandbooks.com/writerspace/Check out Sparrow's poetry at https://www.amazon.com/Sparrow-F-Alden/e/B07YD8TKPV?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1593624822&sr=8-1Credits and contact infoMusic is “Zendigi” written and sung by my wonderful friend Mahsheed RajaeeReach me through her website at https://trishlambert.com or via email at trish@trishlambert.comFollow me on Twitter @tolkienmavenBecome a patron of WTF! A mere $2 monthly subscription gives you access to the show chat channel on Discord so we can talk freely about the show or whatever. And $5 per month gets you a link to the full unedited conversation with show guests, all the ah, ums, and tangents. Go to the page at https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)

"There are more things in heaven and Earth, Horatio, / Than are dreamt of in your philosophy"That's the Shakespeare quote I was trying to remember in my introduction for this episode. Bridget Pilloud is, among many other interesting things, an animal communicator and the owner of Pets Are Talking. I first got to know her when my beloved schnoodle, Lucky, had a huge benign growth in his mouth that had grown back after surgery. It was a quality of life thing, and I didn't know what to do. I found Bridget and between the three of us, Lucky and I both found the courage to let him go. Since then, Bridget has helped me say goodbye to several animals whose time had come, to check in with my current menagerie of dogs, horses, parrot, and cat, and to prepare them for times when I would be away from home for an extended period of time. I've stopped wondering if this is some kind of trick or wishful thinking on my part and have come to accept Bridget's intuition and friendship as a great blessing in my life.We talked about a lot of things in this pre-COVID conversation at the beginning of 2020, but we didn't stray far from animals.SHOWNOTESYou can find Bridget at https://www.petsaretalking.com/Yes, I begged in this episode's ad. Please post a review for WTF...it will help others find out about it.WTF music is “Zendigi” written and sung by my wonderful friend Mahsheed RajaeeYou can reach me through my website at https://www.trishlambert.comBecome a patron of WTF! Find out how at  https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)

This episode of WTF features Marie Prosser, a friend acquired through mutual affinity for the works of JRR Tolkien. She is show runner for The Silmarillion Film Project, a podcast I co-host with Tolkien Professor Corey Olsen and my pal Dave Kale. "My Word," my solo segment, focuses on a fake Chinese curse that is relevant at the moment. Show Notes: This conversation took place on December 30, 2019 Credits and contact info:Music is “Zendigi” written and sung by my wonderful friend Mahsheed RajaeeReach Trish through her website at https://trishlambert.comFollow her on Twitter @tolkienmaven Become a patron of WTF! A mere $2 monthly subscription gives you access to the show chat channel on Discord so we can talk freely about the show or whatever. And $5 per month gets you a link to the full unedited conversation with show guests, all the ah, ums, and tangents. Go to the page at https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)

This episode of WTF features Laurie McMenamin, who has had “big earth momma energy” for the 20+ years that I’ve known her. We muse about the third phase of a woman’s life, the Crone Years, how that looks to each of us, and how we see that phase being reviled or revered in society as a whole.My Word, my solo segment, focuses on two words that involve facial features to describe a state of mind.Note: This conversation took place on December 30, 2019, Links for this episode:About Hellerwork, the wellness discipline that Laurie has practiced for over 30 years: https://hellerwork.com/ Credits and contact info:Music is “Zendigi” written and sung by my wonderful friend Mahsheed RajaeeReach Trish through her website at https://trishlambert.comFollow her on Twitter @tolkienmaven Become a patron of WTF! A mere $2 monthly subscription gives you access to the show chat channel on Discord so we can talk freely about the show or whatever. And $5 per month gets you a link to the full unedited conversation with show guests, all the ah, ums, and tangents. Go to the page at https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)

My guest in this episode of WTF is Kristy Swift, my honorary little sister and friend who consistently keeps me laughing and inspired. We range over a lot of topics that cross the Pacific (from her native Australia) and the Atlantic (from her current home in the UK), all within the context of giving your living space a light cleaning while listening to us talk freely. My Word, my solo segment, focuses on a word that prompted me to wax philosophical about the sine wave that is human civilization.  Show Notes:  Note: This conversation took place on December 26, 2019,  Links for this episode: The Patreon site: https://www.patreon.com  Credits and contact info: Music is “Zendigi” written and sung by my wonderful friend Mahsheed RajaeeReach Trish through her website at https://trishlambert.comFollow her on Twitter @tolkienmaven Become a patron of WTF! A mere $2 monthly subscription gives you access to the show chat channel on Discord so we can talk freely about the show or whatever. And $5 per month gets you a link to the full unedited conversation with show guests, all the ah, ums, and tangents. Go to the page at https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)

My guest in this episode of WTF is Karen Swim, a stellar business owner and all-around wonderful person. We talk about the status of women in the workplace, particularly women entrepreneurs, and then widen the topic to consider generational and gender contrasts.My Word, my solo segment, focuses on two words and the epidemic of improper usage that is DRIVING ME NUTS!Note: This conversation took place in December of 2019, Links for this episode:Karen’s PR/content business: https://wordsforhirellc.com/Solo PR Pro site: https://soloprpro.com/Freshbooks: https://www.freshbooks.com/Buzzsprout  https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=281066 Credits and contact info:Music is “Zendigi” written and sung by my wonderful friend Mahsheed RajaeeReach Trish through her website at https://trishlambert.comFollow her on Twitter @tolkienmaven Become a patron of WTF! A mere $2 monthly subscription gives you access to the show chat channel on Discord so we can talk freely about the show or whatever. And $5 per month gets you a link to the full unedited conversation with show guests, all the ah, ums, and tangents. Go to the page at https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)

My guest in this first fully official episode of WTF is Kay Hardiman, who is the most bloodthirsty hobbit of my acquaintance. Which is to say that we play The Lord of the Rings Online together, and that is where our friendship started. Kay is officially a Millennial and I’m officially a Boomer, and we talked about how to make a living and live independently through the lens of generations."My Word," my solo segment, focuses on the word mettle and how I associate that with the notion of the road less traveled.SHOW NOTESNote: This conversation took place in December of 2019, so the “holiday season” may come up here and there. | 1:56 | Guest Introduction | 3:49 | What’s on Kay’s mind? Money and generations | 8:00 | Kay sleuths a comparison to costs and income from 40 years ago | 23:30 | How computers have changed the way jobs get done and how Boomers may not appreciate the difference… and other Boomer misconceptions about computers | 27:48 | Kay confesses to a very “non-computer-y” childhood | 33.35 | Pondering how much the whole work environment has changed | 38:45 | The joy of video gaming | 44:34 | My Word: Trish takes on mettle and its relationship to the road less traveledEPISODE LINKSThe Lord of the Rings Online Article about unemployment Buzzsprout   CREDITS/CONTACT INFOMusic is “Zendigi” written and sung by my wonderful friend Mahsheed RajaeeReach Trish through her website at https://trishlambert.comFollow her on Twitter @tolkienmaven Become a patron of WTF! A mere $2 monthly subscription gives you access to the show chat channel on Discord so we can talk freely about the show or whatever. And $5 per month gets you a link to the full unedited conversation with show guests, all the ah, ums, and tangents. Go to the page at https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)

This is another pre-launch ditty...this time it's an apology for having been silent for so long and missing my commitment to a summer launch of the WTF podcast. I do offer an explanation that in no way excuses me but might shed a little light on the reason for the silence.I have made a new commitment--January 2020. New decade, new podcast series!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)

Here it is! The pilot episode of Women Talking Freely!Liz tees up communication as a topic on her mind.Frat brother storyOakland teacher storyTrish’s two centsBook club storyTrish takes overThe idea of an interview debriefMove on to the next opportunityTrish again!It’s a skill setFind what worksAdvice Liz gotLiz reactions to advicePerformance artMore confetti gun!Pragmatic datingWrap upNOTE: I've marked this as "explicit material," but it's pretty mild. I'm not quite sure where the line is on this one.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)

Attention!A new podcast is on the horizon! Women Talking Freely is about women sharing what's on their minds, no matter how big and serious or small and trivial. It's about the lives of women in all sorts of situations with diverse experiences, passions, and opinions. Your host, Trish Lambert, is a freely-talking woman who got frustrated with the female-led podcasts available to her, and decided to do something about it. There are no specific agendas here, no topics out of bounds, and flogging of books, products, and businesses is okay but not required. Don't miss this! Click on "subscribe" to make sure you'll get notified as soon as the podcast is officially launched. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womentalkingfreely)