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Inspiring women to overcome social stereotypes and share unique life experiences without fear of being defiantly different. Your Hosts Christopher and Heather - Let’s Talk, Shall We!
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March 22, 2026 • 39 mins
Rissa Miller is a folklorist, speaker, herbalist, public historian, diviner, and, as we learn in this episode, a passionate poet who brings wisdom, warmth, and a rebellious spirit that a Bitch will love. This raw, honest talk evolves from self-betrayal — the shrinking of ourselves to make others comfortable, the struggle between kindness toward others and loyalty to yourself, or wondering how to find sovereignty when your prioritie...
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March 15, 2026 • 37 mins
For this transformative conversation, we invited Executive Coach, Author, and lover of a juicy life, Sasha Cagen. Who’s not afraid to confront controversy, like the words "bitch" or “pussy,” that are often used to embarrass or punish women. Two words, when examined, hold the keys to women’s empowerment. Whether it’s breaking free from people-pleasing, harnessing authentic anger, or deploying a subtle pulse of erotic energy, this co...
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March 8, 2026 • 39 mins
Walker Kimberly Brandt is a Hollywood actress, model, bestselling author, and passionate advocate who shares her powerful journey through Betrayal, Identity, Trust, Change, and Healing, words that form the B.I.T.C.H acronym and are at the heart of VBB podcast’s 2026 mission. With vulnerability and authenticity, Walker explores deep generational wounds, the importance of facing inherited trauma, and the revolutionary act of choosing...
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March 1, 2026 • 33 mins
Barb Stone is a leadership development coach, trainer, bestselling author, and TEDx speaker who dives deep into the journey of self-discovery, tackling the themes of Betrayal, Identity, Trust, Change, and Healing, the five pillars that spell out B.I.T.C.H., and form the backbone of our Year of the BITCH series. Barb discusses the raw realities of perfectionism, the courage it takes to shed old identities, and the healing power of s...
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February 22, 2026 • 36 mins
Dianne Harris, certified life coach, author, and entrepreneur, adds to our conversation, exploring the powerful five-step path of B.I.T.C.H.: Betrayal, Identity, Trust, Change, and Healing. Dianne opens up a window into her personal journey through betrayal and transformation, the lasting wounds and growth that followed. The conversation gets real around heartbreak, owning your story, letting go of people-pleasing, and how “bitch” ...
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February 15, 2026 • 35 mins
Kristen Louise Duncombe is a Paris-based therapist, coach, and author who joins VBB for a candid and deeply personal conversation exploring the complex journey of women’s self-empowerment through the lens of identity, boundaries, and the impact of societal expectations.
Kristin shares her story of growing up as the child of a U.S. diplomat, constantly reinventing herself with each move, and navigating the lifelong effects of betray...
Kristin shares her story of growing up as the child of a U.S. diplomat, constantly reinventing herself with each move, and navigating the lifelong effects of betray...
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February 8, 2026 • 40 mins
Janice Selbie is a master practitioner of clinical counselling, a bestselling author, a host of the Divorcing Religion and Sex and Power podcasts, and a religious trauma recovery coach.
In this soul-stirring conversation, Janice courageously shares how she was once a devout cult participant and her journey through the complex intersections of sex and religion to personal liberation. From surviving religious indoctrination to reclai...
In this soul-stirring conversation, Janice courageously shares how she was once a devout cult participant and her journey through the complex intersections of sex and religion to personal liberation. From surviving religious indoctrination to reclai...
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February 1, 2026 • 27 mins
VBB welcomes back a friend, Christina Marlett, who describes herself as a recovering perfectionist, “spiritual ninja,” and self-care revolutionary. Christina is a top-flight self-care coach and the founder of Courageous Self Care, which supports high achievers in taking inspired action while practicing effective, strategic self-care. She’s an author, speaker, entrepreneur, and mother of two exceptional human beings.
In this conversa...
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January 26, 2026 • 39 mins
We dive into an inspiring and thoughtful conversation with Reverend Dr. Xenia Barnes, a social behavioural scientist and organizational healing expert.
We get right into our acronym, B.I.T.C.H., which stands for Betrayal, Identity, Trust, Change, and Healing. This episode explores how women have been challenged by stereotypes, societal expectations, and the burdens of roles imposed by others. Dr. Xenia Barnes brings a deep, global ...
We get right into our acronym, B.I.T.C.H., which stands for Betrayal, Identity, Trust, Change, and Healing. This episode explores how women have been challenged by stereotypes, societal expectations, and the burdens of roles imposed by others. Dr. Xenia Barnes brings a deep, global ...
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January 18, 2026 • 26 mins
If you’re ready to challenge a few stereotypes and discover yourself in the process, you’re tuned into the right frequency with Christopher and Heather kicking off "2026 as The Year of the ' B.I.T.C.H."
What you’ll hear is how a word used to punish women has been turned into an acronym that guides women into their power. In this conversation, we reveal what “B.I.T.C.H.” stands for as we move through each of the five steps: Betrayal...
What you’ll hear is how a word used to punish women has been turned into an acronym that guides women into their power. In this conversation, we reveal what “B.I.T.C.H.” stands for as we move through each of the five steps: Betrayal...
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January 11, 2026 • 24 mins
We (Christopher & Heather) have declared 2026 The Year Of The B.I.T.C.H., the evolution of a word that girls instinctively learn to avoid, and in fear of it, women inadvertently sacrifice their freedoms. Following eight years of talking with women who’ve shared their lived experiences with the word Bitch, we acknowledge the history of destruction it has brought to women's lives, but we have also discovered the strength some wom...
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December 28, 2025 • 46 mins
How will you remember 2025? In this deeply personal episode, titled "In Loving Memory of 2025," Heather sets the tone with this quote: “2025 was a year of sacred goodbyes and of release and surrender, healing of the past, closure, kind of trusting cycles, and completing cycles.”
Heather's honest and powerful account came after saying goodbye to her father in 20205. Her words demonstrate that loss is more than just an experience of ...
Heather's honest and powerful account came after saying goodbye to her father in 20205. Her words demonstrate that loss is more than just an experience of ...
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December 14, 2025 • 31 mins
This week, we overlook our pre-holiday wish list to focus on real-life issues shaping women's lives around the globe in 2025. It's a conversation that unpacks ongoing concerns, including political representation, bodily autonomy, and workplace equity, as well as technology, culture, and the growing influence of women in sports.
This episode explores the push and pull between power, resistance, and hope, how each shapes the reality o...
This episode explores the push and pull between power, resistance, and hope, how each shapes the reality o...
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December 7, 2025 • 43 mins
Peggy Sharr is a licensed clinical psychotherapist, author, and survivor whose remarkable life story forms the heart of her book, "Surviving the Family Kingdom." Raised in her mother's cult, a chaotic and abusive environment, Peggy endured years of trauma, spiritual manipulation, and family dysfunction. Despite facing immense adversity, including being denied a basic education, Peggy found the courage and strength to rebuild her li...
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November 30, 2025 • 38 mins
It’s the last place any woman anticipates ever landing, but far too often, a woman’s shelter is the only haven for mothers and children fleeing abuse at home. Linda Dröfn Gunnarsdóttir is the executive director of the Association for Women's Shelters in Iceland. Linda’s reputation as an innovator and leader landed her on the BBC 100 Women to Watch list — a listing reserved for women around the world making a difference for others. ...
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November 23, 2025 • 29 mins
Lauren Wellbank admits that she’s one of the lucky ones. She’s a survivor of a near-death experience at the hands of a violent partner. After escaping her abusive relationship and learning that 1 in 4 women live under similar circumstances, Lauren felt compelled to share her story in hopes it would help guide other women who remain lost in toxic love. Lauren’s story illustrates that there is life beyond current circumstances, and s...
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November 16, 2025 • 26 mins
Back in 2005, triggered by her own sexual abuse trauma, Blythe Hill learned about and began paying close attention to the issue of human trafficking. Even though she was overcome by a deep sense of urgency to help, she felt profoundly helpless. Blythe wasn't a lawyer, doctor, or social worker; her interests and talents were in fashion, trend analysis, and blogging. Blythe believed she had nothing much to offer to the fight against ...
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November 9, 2025 • 36 mins
Darlene Lancer is an author, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and expert in relationships and codependency. Her bestselling books include Dating, Loving, and Leaving a Narcissist, Conquering Shame and Codependency: 8 Steps to Freeing the True You, and Codependency for Dummies. Each reflects her deep understanding of relationships and codependency recovery. Her newest book, Dating, Loving, and Leaving a Narcissist: Essential ...
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November 2, 2025 • 27 mins
Aura Martinez is a self-discovery and empowerment coach who guides her people through common pitfalls in their pursuit of happiness. Aura shares her transformative journey from feeling lost and unfulfilled to becoming an empowered coach who helps women find daily fulfillment and certainty in their lives. Aura's personal journey was not without its challenges, and she speaks candidly about the obstacles many women like her face, inc...
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October 26, 2025 • 39 mins
The history of witches has ancient connections to women as the primary users of magic, which is revered by some and feared by many. The idea of the evil "witch" evolved over time, particularly with the medieval association of witchcraft with Devil worship, which fueled the widespread persecution of women. Today, the image of the witch has transformed. One woman, who is not intimidated or shamed by being called a witch, is Rissa Mil...
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