DaBaddest Radio: Episode Summary – "New Year, New Baby!?!?"
Release Date: January 2, 2025
Host: Bretman Rock
Guests: Ms. K and Princess May
1. Welcoming the New Year and Celebrating a New Arrival
The episode kicks off with a vibrant New Year's celebration as Bretman Rock, Ms. K, and Princess May don outfits in the Pantone color of the year, mocha. This playful introduction sets the tone for an episode centered around fresh starts and new beginnings.
- Bretman Rock [00:24]: "Maligayang bagong ka araw. Happy 2025, everyone. As you guys can see, we are dressed as the pantone color of the year, which is mocha."
Amidst the festivities, Princess May shares her excitement about her upcoming baby, hinting at the joyous changes the new year will bring.
2. Segments and Conversations
a. Tea of the Week: Ms. Cafe’s New Creation
Ms. K introduces the "Tea of the Week" segment with a delightful twist, presenting a vegan mocha mousse created by Kat.
- Ms. K [02:48]: "The tea of the week is gonna be Ms. Cafe."
- Bretman Rock [03:20]: "An iced matcha. I feel like I need to get a better matcha tea."
The trio tastes the mocha mousse, praising its flavors and discussing the ingredients, highlighting coconut almond milk's role in enhancing the drink's island vibes.
b. Fertility Segment with Princess May
Princess May takes center stage to share her experiences and tips about pregnancy, offering invaluable advice to listeners navigating similar journeys.
- Princess May [08:05]: "When you're pushing, breathe. Breathe, bitch. Just keep breathing."
- Bretman Rock [08:13]: "Like breathing technique so we can do it with you."
She elaborates on breathing techniques and the importance of pacing oneself during labor, emphasizing the balance between breathing and pushing.
Additionally, the discussion delves into the often-overlooked aspect of delivering the placenta, demystifying the process for expectant parents.
- Princess May [10:07]: "After you give birth, you have to push out the placenta too."
- Bretman Rock [10:37]: "It's literally the baby's like life support."
3. New Year's Resolutions: History and Personal Insights
Bretman Rock explores the origins and evolution of New Year's resolutions, tracing them back to Ancient Babylon and Rome before highlighting their modern-day focus on self-improvement.
- Bretman Rock [23:56]: "New Year's resolution traced back to Ancient Babylon around 4,000 years ago, when people made promises to their gods for good fortune in the year ahead."
Ms. K and Princess May reflect on common resolutions and their challenges, sharing personal anecdotes about maintaining or struggling with these goals.
- Ms. K [13:24]: "I really needed to keep pushing myself, and I kind of got into that."
- Princess May [21:32]: "Me getting a boyfriend, me having boyfriends."
Bretman emphasizes the dual nature of resolutions by presenting the most commonly broken ones, such as exercising more and eating healthier, illustrating the universal struggle in maintaining them.
- Bretman Rock [24:51]: "The most commonly broken resolutions are the same as the most common ones."
4. Personal Resolutions and Goals
The hosts share their New Year's resolutions, providing a heartfelt glimpse into their personal growth aspirations.
- Ms. K [25:52]: "My New Year's resolution would have to be focusing on my being trans. I want to take my surgery, take my boobs, you know."
- Princess May [27:00]: "I want to be more prepared to a lot of things... believing in myself more."
Bretman vows to enhance his daily routines and emotional regulation, aiming to maintain his positivity and reduce outward displays of anger.
- Bretman Rock [31:31]: "Being more aware and taking my time when reacting to things... I don't need to blow up on things."
5. Product of the Week
Concluding the episode, the hosts highlight their favorite products, blending personal endorsements with practical recommendations.
a. Freedom Mom’s Postpartum Kit
Princess May showcases the Freedom Mom kit, a comprehensive postpartum package essential for new mothers.
- Princess May [33:02]: "I wish this existed when I was 16 because I didn't know what to pack for my hospital bag."
- Bretman Rock [33:52]: "It comes with everything from diapers to nursing gowns. It's a great deal."
b. TheraBreath Mouthwash
Bretman endorses TheraBreath mouthwash, praising its long-lasting freshness without the overwhelming minty taste.
- Bretman Rock [35:54]: "My favorite mouthwash is the TheraBreath one. It lasted all day without the super minty taste."
- Princess May [37:02]: "Yeah, I don't like it to have, like."
c. Ms. K’s Tiny Chain for Shirts
Ms. K introduces a handy accessory from TikTok Shop—a magnetic chain designed to hold up shirts or pants, showcasing its practicality.
- Ms. K [37:17]: "It's a magnet that goes in between the thing so it can hold it up. I like to pin my shirts up."
- Bretman Rock [38:28]: "Make sure you guys follow and subscribe to all of the baddest radio account."
6. Closing Remarks
As Princess May rushes off for her OB appointment, Bretman wraps up the episode with warm wishes and reminders to follow their social media channels.
- Bretman Rock [38:55]: "Happy New Year. Bye Beach. I'll see you next Thursday."
Key Takeaways
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Embracing New Beginnings: The episode intertwines the excitement of the new year with the anticipation of a new baby, symbolizing personal and familial growth.
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Practical Advice: From fertility tips to handling common New Year's resolutions, the hosts provide actionable insights and relatable experiences.
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Personal Growth: The hosts' candid discussions about their resolutions reflect a commitment to self-improvement and authenticity.
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Community and Support: By sharing product recommendations and personal stories, Bretman, Ms. K, and Princess May foster a sense of community and support among listeners.
Notable Quotes
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Bretman Rock [08:13]: "Like breathing technique so we can do it with you."
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Ms. K [25:52]: "Focusing on my being trans... to complete the person that I want to be."
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Princess May [27:00]: "Believing in myself more."
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