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In Episode 46, Aubree Summers from the Chick-Lit podcast joins Melissa on the mic to tell a boozy story about a woman shes admired since childhood! Melissa starts off by introducing Iris Apfel, the 99 year old woman fighting beauty standards and ageism in the fashion industry after signing a modeling contract at the raw age of 97! Next, Aubree tells the inspirational story of Selena Quintanilla, the Queen of Tejano music that continues to be a positive role model for Mexican Americans decades after her tragic murder. You can hear more from Aubree and her co-host Karyn on the Chick-Lit podcast, where two best friends get lit and talk about their favorite books from childhood, starting with Princess Diaries! IG: @chicklitpod www.mimosasisterhood.com IG: @mimosasisterhood Tw: @mimosahood hello@mimosasisterhood.com

The first episode of the "Everyday Woman" series launches today! Julie Bedard joins Melissa on the mic to tell a personal story of how she came to launch her air plant business, The Artie Party, in the midst of the covid-19 pandemic. After several years of dedicated employment, Julie was let go from her corporate job by a company that preached "We Are Family" but who's loyalty didn't run nearly as deep as Julie's did. She used this heartbreak and betrayal to fuel creativity and inspiration that steered her down a path to finding a new job with a perfect company... HER OWN!

Melissa is joined on the mic by Sasha Gold, for an amazing episode of endless giggling while discussing the lives of two incredible female figures in women's history. Melissa tells the life story of Princess Diana, often referred to as "the people's princess" due to her authentic, humble, and relatable persona while fighting for some of the most extreme humanitarian causes, regardless of all the harassment and pressure she endured during her experience as a royal. Sasha tells the story of Coretta Scott King, a fearless woman that made her presence known during a sexist civil rights movement, and continued to uphold the dreams and mission of her late husband's legacy. IG: @mimosasisterhood www.mimosasisterhood.com mimosasisterhood@gmail.com

Melissa is joined on the mic by Kara Michelle Liu, co-founder of the blog Sunday Dinner Publishing, which highlights the personal stories of people of color. Kara starts off by telling the incredible life story of Fannie Lou Hamer, a leader in the civil rights movement who fought relentlessly for the voting rights of black people in Mississippi in the 60's. Next, Melissa tells the story of Misty Copeland, a trailblazing ballerina who made history as the first black female Principle Dancer within the prestigious American Ballet Theater. Be sure to check our Kara's blog at www.sundaydinnerpublishing.com IG @sundaydinnerpub

Our very own Mimosa Sisterhood fan, Rikki Bell, joins Melissa on the mic to make their BFF friendship official and to tell the life story of her favorite woman ever! Melissa starts off by telling the story of Marsha P. Johnson, a drag queen and prominent figure in the 1969 Stonewall Riots who risked her life to fight for the Gay Liberation Movement. Next, Rikki tells the story of Dr. Maya Angelou, a writer, poet, and civil rights activist whose childhood trauma help shape and inspire the iconic woman we all know and love. IG @mimosasisterhood www.mimosasisterhood.com mimosasisterhood@gmail.com

Melissa is joined by friend and comedian, Paul Jordan, to celebrate the lives of two fierce, boss betch, iconic women that some might deem a tad controversial. Paul tells the life story of Joan Rivers, a sassy female comedian who paved the way for many others while shocking audiences with her radical humor. Melissa tells the story of Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes, the famous rapper of TLC who experienced a rocky ride through stardom, but ultimately found peace, healing, and serenity in the jungles of Honduras. IG @mimosasisterhood www.mimosasisterhood.com mimosasisterhood@gmail.com ************************************ The following link includes a list of fantastic resources to better educate yourself on being anti-racist and a better ally to the black community. bit.ly/ANTIRACISMRESOURCES

An episode dedicated to the countless black lives that have been lost at the hands of systematic racism and police brutality. The Mimosa Sisterhood stands with the black community by using our platform to protest. In addition, we've donated to the following organizations that help fight for the basic human rights of black people. Black Visions Collective https://www.blackvisionsmn.org/ The Color of Change https://colorofchange.org/ Black Lives Matter, Los Angeles Chapter https://www.blmla.org/ Marsha P. Johnson Institute https://marshap.org/

Kelsie McInnis joins Melissa back on the mic to discuss all things women and wine. They chat about virtual dating during corona virus, partying in Vegas days before lock down, ridiculous wine label descriptions, and two bad ass women who fought to protect the world and all its critters! Melissa gushes over Terri Irwin and all her impressive accomplishments before, during, and after her marriage to Steve Irwin. Kelsie introduces Melissa to Rachel Carson, the ecological genius who warned the public about the long term effects of misusing pesticides. Check us out below: Instagram @mimosasisterhood Twitter @mimosahood www.mimosasisterhood.com

Our next guest host is our first fellow podcaster! Jordan Redwine from A Novel Adaptation Podcast introduces Melissa to Mata Hari, an exotic dancer convicted of being a German spy during WWI. Melissa introduces Jordan to Wilma Mankiller, a Cherokee activist and the first woman to be elected to serve as Chief for the Cherokee Nation. Follow us on IG @mimosasisterhood and check out our website at www.mimosasisterhood.com

Our lovely guest host, Andee, tunes in from New Jersey to shoot the shit on Covid-19 and tell the story of Audrey Hepburn's childhood growing up during WWII. Melissa introduces Halima Aden, an up-and-coming fashion model who's life started in a refugee camp until she made her way to the US becoming the first Muslim woman to rock a hijab on international runways! Follow us on IG @mimosasisterhood and Twitter @mimosahood