Actual* Experts

WTF is... the Pelvic Floor?! Ft. The Vagina Whisperer, Dr. Sara Reardon

In this episode of Actual* Experts, Lundie and Caitlin sit down with Dr. Sara Reardon - pelvic floor physical therapist, founder of The Vagina Whisperer, and author of Floored - to finally understand WTF the pelvic floor actually is, what it does, and why nobody taught us about it sooner. We get into everything from peeing when you laugh and painful sex to pregnancy, postpartum recovery, constipation, core strength, and the surprising everyday habits that could be making pelvic floor dysfunction worse. We cover: * What the pelvic floor actually is (in plain English) * Why leaking pee is common but not normal * The difference between a weak pelvic floor vs. a tense pelvic floor * What Kegels actually are - and why most people are doing them wrong * Painful sex, constipation, hemorrhoids & chronic UTIs 👀 * Pregnancy, birth prep & postpartum recovery * The daily bathroom habits that could be weakening your pelvic floor * How to properly pee and poop (yes really 😅) * Why pelvic floor therapy should be standard care for women Dr. Sara also shares why women are so often dismissed when it comes to pelvic pain and dysfunction, how we can start advocating for ourselves sooner, and the one thing she wishes every woman learned about her body growing up. Get more info on Sara's app HERE [https://thevagwhisperer.com/v-hive-mobile-app-preview/] 🎧 Listen, save, and send to the group chat - especially the friend who thinks peeing when she sneezes is “just part of being a woman.”

WTF is...Political Polarisation?! Ft. Dame Louise Richardson, Political Scientist & President of the Carnegie Corporation

WTF Is… Political Polarisation?! It feels like the world is more divided than ever - but is it actually? And what are you supposed to do about it in your real life? This week, we sit down with political scientist, Dame Louise Richardson (President of Carnegie Corporation, former Vice Chancellor of Oxford and St Andrews University) to break down: * What political polarisation actually is * Why it’s gotten so intense * How social media + misinformation are fuelling it * Where free speech ends and extremism begins * And how to handle people you fundamentally disagree with This isn’t a political episode, it’s about the emotional experience of living in a polarised world. If you’ve ever: * Avoided a conversation to “keep the peace” * Felt rage at someone else’s views * Wondered how to stay informed without losing your mind This one’s for you.

WTF is Breastfeeding?! Ft. Lactation Consultant and Newborn Care Specialist, Brandi Jordan

Did you know your body can customise breast milk in real time based on your baby’s needs? Neither did we, until now. This week, Caitlin and Lundie sit down with Brandi Jordan, board-certified lactation consultant and postpartum expert, to answer the question: What actually is breastfeeding? In this episode, we answer: * What is actually happening in your body when you breastfeed? * When does milk production start, and what is colostrum? * How do you know if your baby is getting enough milk? * Why do babies feed so often, and is that normal? * What are the biggest myths that set women up to fail? * Can you breastfeed if you’ve had a boob job or nipple piercings? * What is mastitis, and how do you know if you have it? * Do you really need to “pump and dump” after drinking * How do you balance breastfeeding with going back to work? * What is combo feeding, and when should you introduce a bottle? * When should you ask for help, and who do you call? We also learn why most breastfeeding issues happen in the first 48 hours, why pain is not something you should just push through, and why “not enough milk” is often misunderstood. And Brandi makes the case for something we’ve now heard again and again: you don’t have to be a hero, ask for help sooner than you think. This one is for anyone who’s ever thought breastfeeding just “comes naturally”… or worried it might not. Knowledge is power. Support is everything. Let’s get both.

WTF is…A Tax Deduction?! Ft. Bookkeeper and Founder, Diana Gleason

Did you know your hair appointment might be a tax write-off? Neither did we, until now. This week, Caitlin and Lundie sit down with Diana Gleason, founder of DG Accounting Agency and professional bookkeeper to over 150 clients, to answer the question: What actually is a tax deduction, and how do we use one? In this episode, we answer: * What even is a tax deduction, and how does it actually lower your bill? * What's the difference between a hobby and a side hustle in the eyes of the IRS? * Do you need to register an LLC to start writing off expenses? * What counts as "ordinary and necessary" and can you really write off your hair?* What's the difference between a W2 employee and a 1099 contractor, and how does tax work for each? * Should you file your taxes jointly or separately if you're married? * What's the biggest mistake people make when it comes to deductions? * When do you actually need a bookkeeper, and is it worth the cost? * Why should your tax strategy change depending on your life goals? * How far back can you go if you've missed deductions in previous years? We also learn why your tax strategy shouldn't always be "pay as little as possible" because your future mortgage might disagree. And Diana makes the case, both practical and personal, for why every woman needs to understand her own finances. This one is for every freelancer, contractor, side hustler, and creative who has ever panic-filed in April and wondered if the IRS is coming for them. (Less than 1% audit rate. Breathe.) Knowledge is power. Money is also power. Let's get both. Connect with Diana at dianagleason.com

WTF is... Inflation and the Fed?! Ft. Chief Market Strategist & Economist Lauren Goodwin

In this episode of Actual* Experts, Caitlin and Lundie sit down with Lauren Goodwin - Chief Market Strategist at New York Life Investments - to break down what inflation actually* is, how the Federal Reserve works, and why these invisible forces shape nearly every financial decision we make. From rising egg prices to mortgage rates and the value of your savings account, inflation is constantly in the news - yet most of us were never taught what it actually means or who controls it. Lauren explains the basics of the global economy in plain English: why inflation exists, how central banks influence it through interest rates, and why the Fed can’t actually control prices directly.... Without all the panic. Keywords: inflation explained, what is inflation, Federal Reserve explained, what the Fed does, central banks explained, interest rates explained, macroeconomics basics, global economy podcast, women and money podcast, financial literacy for women, investing during inflation, inflation and investing, personal finance basics, why prices go up, economic education, millennial women money, how inflation affects savings, understanding interest rates, economics explained simply, finance podcast for women