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Women Who Sarcast - we are here to change the misconception of sarcasm.
Host: Kathy Barron

[Don't let the length of this podcast be daunting. You won't want to miss any of it!]Kathy talks with Joana P.R. Neves, writer, visual arts curator, and host of Exhibitionistas podcast, about the art of sarcasm and how sarcasm is portrayed through art. They dive deep into their own sarcastic nature - why and when they are sarcastic, how others are affected by sarcasm, and the difference between irony and sarcasm. Joana shares how she unknowingly experienced British sarcasm and educates Kathy on what the word polymath means. Tune in and learn how sarcasm is social activism, people who are sarcastic don't emote much, and how sarcastic people are comfortable being in discomfort.The conversation goes from sarcasm as art to art being sarcastic. Kathy and Joana discuss whether art needs to be understood and what the saying "steal like an artist" means to them. Be sure to listen to the end of the episode to learn how Joana is going to become an influencer because of a word she created during the conversation!This is one conversation you don't want to miss (and you may want to take water breaks throughout to stay hydrated from laughing so much)!Listen to Exhibitionistas and follow Joana P.R. Neves on Instagram.Follow Women Who Sarcast podcast on IG @womenwhosarcast and Women Who Podcast magazine @womenwhopodcastmagazine. Get the current issue of Women Who Podcast magazine at womenwhopodcastmag.com.Show music provided by Drrrakhan.All content © 2026 Women Who Sarcast and WWS Productions.

Did you know there's a Mayor of Broadway? Kathy talks with Jennifer Lyn, host of At This performance podcast, about how she got started working on Broadway, what she likes and dislikes about NYC (being a native), and how stalking Broadway actors has expanded her network of friends.Tune in and learn about how to be a good theatre goer, how Jen's friendship with Jeremy Jordan developed, and the books she's thinking of writing. Kathy and Jen also play a game of "Name That Broadway Show!" Listen to At this Performance and follow Jennifer on Instagram.Follow Women Who Sarcast podcast on IG @womenwhosarcast and Women Who Podcast magazine @womenwhopodcastmagazine. Get the current issue of Women Who Podcast magazine at womenwhopodcastmag.com.Show music provided by Drrrakhan.All content © 2026 Women Who Sarcast and WWS Productions.

What do you get when two Gen X lesbian Scorpios get behind the microphone from opposite ends of California?You'll have to listen to find out!Kathy talks with Quincy Tessaverne, host of Cocoon After Dark podcast, queer mom, and entrepreneur, about how awesome Scorpios are (duh), her unique coming out story, and how dating has changed as she's gotten older.Tune in and learn about how Quincy is not all about "new year, new me" but more about going deeper, how losing friendships in 2025 has shaped her outlook for the new year, and her biggest kink. Quincy also shares what inspired her to launch her podcast and the many honest conversations she has with her teenager daughter about love and relationships. Listen to Cocoon After Dark and follow Quincy and the show on Instagram.Follow Women Who Sarcast podcast on IG @womenwhosarcast and Women Who Podcast magazine @womenwhopodcastmagazine. Get the current issue of Women Who Podcast magazine at womenwhopodcastmag.com.Show music provided by Drrrakhan.All content © 2026 Women Who Sarcast and WWS Productions.

Horror, hip hop, poetry, and spoken word - those are just a few things that Gaby Moreno (aka 7 Octoberz) enjoys and creates in her life.Kathy and Gaby talk about how horror films have many subgenres - comedy, dramas, psychological, slasher/splatter, and family-friendly - and how there's always a message behind the blood and guts. Gaby shares her expertise on how hip hop and horror films converged, her favorite directors, and why horror films are empowering for women. Tune in and hear Gaby read from her poetry book The Anxious Poeta, the EP she is currently working on in the studio, and the horror movie that she would love to produce.Follow Gaby on Instagram @7octoberz, and listen to her podcast, Nightmare on Sedgwick Avenue, on her website.Follow Women Who Sarcast podcast on IG @womenwhosarcast and Women Who Podcast magazine @womenwhopodcastmagazine. Get the current issue of Women Who Podcast magazine at womenwhopodcastmag.com.Show music provided by Drrrakhan.All content © 2026 Women Who Sarcast and WWS Productions.

Is grief overwhelming you? Are you tuned into your muse? Do you believe that grief and creativity are connected?Nina Rodriguez, host of Grief and Light podcast, writer, seasoned speaker, and grief-informed guide, joins Kathy in talking about how grief changed her life and creativity after the passing of her brother, Yosef.Tune in and learn how there can be a lighter side to grief, why we tend to look for signs or messages from loved ones after they have died, and how creativity can lessen grief and grief can be the spark of creativity. "Grief can breakdown your excuses, imposter syndrome...if you lean into grief it dissolves all of that." ~Nina RodriguezListen to Grief and Light podcast and follow Nina on IG @griefandlight.Follow Women Who Sarcast podcast on IG @womenwhosarcast and Women Who Podcast magazine @womenwhopodcastmagazine. Get the current issue of Women Who Podcast magazine at womenwhopodcastmag.com.Show music provided by Drrrakhan.All content © 2026 Women Who Sarcast and WWS Productions.

In this episode, Kathy receives an awesome birthday gift from pro tarot reader and divination teacher, Jenn Congilaro.Jenn shares what inspired her to learn and create a tarot practice. She describes what tarot is and isn't and how astrology can work hand and hand with tarot.Tune in and learn the deep dark secrets of Kathy's astrological chart and Jenn's tarot reading for 2026. If you've always wanted to know Kathy better, this is your opportunity! If you'd like a tarot reading or want to learn more about tarot, follow Jenn on IG @notsomysticaltarot and visit her website.Follow Women Who Sarcast podcast on IG @womenwhosarcast and Women Who Podcast magazine @womenwhopodcastmagazine. Get the current issue of Women Who Podcast magazine at womenwhopodcastmag.com.This episode was recorded on November 1, 2025.All content © 2025 Women Who Sarcast and WWS Productions.

In celebration of Coming Out Day on October 11th, Kathy chats with Lalita Dee to share their coming out stories.Lalita Dee is an out and proud LGBTQ comedian and mom who hails from the Netherlands (she's Dutch...duh). She's made her way to Silicon Valley via London and Wisconsin. With her quirky observations and infectious energy, she has audiences in stitches with her unique take on everything from politics to mom jokes. When she's not on stage, she's probably practicing her pickleball serve or warming up the mic for her podcast We Heart Mom Jokes. Tune in and learn about Lalita Dee's coming out story, what shocked her the most when she moved to the U.S., how she coped living in Madison, Wisconsin (spoiler alert: cheese curds were involved), and how she would like the future to look like for LGBTQ comedians. Kathy and Lalita Dee also talk about her standup comedy, freedom of speech, and how being part of the comedy industry has affected her personally.Follow Lalita Dee on IG @lalitadeecomedy and on TikTok. Listen to We Heart Mom Jokes wherever you listen to podcasts or if you're a lazy American, go here. Follow us on IG @womenwhosarcast and @womenwhopodcastmagazine.Get the current issue of Women Who Podcast magazine at womenwhopodcastmag.com.All content © 2025 Women Who Sarcast and WWS Productions.

Have you been feeling a bit off balance and not sure what to do regarding the current U.S. administration?You are not alone.Ashley and Sara, hosts of United SHE Stands podcast, political activists, educators, and change makers, chatted it up with Kathy about what gets them riled up about the current administration (aka Voldemorts). Tune in and learn why mainstream media is doing all of us a disservice, the impact DOGE has on the U.S. and the world, why we love Gavin Newsom's social media team, and the $64,000 question: Why isn't America ready for a woman president?Kathy also threw in a quick game called "Say Whaaaat?!" and Ashley and Sara gave some great ideas on how we can balance being informed, keeping our sanity, and taking action. Bonus: Ashley's favorite quote is "Action is the antidote to despair" by activist and songwriter, Joan Baez.For more of United SHE Stands podcast, follow them on IG @united.she.stands and their website.To get more involved in your community, check out these resources:IndivisibleVote.orgACLUFollow us on IG @womenwhosarcast and @womenwhopodcastmagazine.Get the current issue of Women Who Podcast magazine at womenwhopodcastmag.com.All content © 2025 Women Who Sarcast and WWS Productions.

Congratulations to Laurie Seymour for publishing her new book Unconditional Remembrance - Your Connection to Source!Laurie Seymour is the creator of the Quantum Connection Process, founder of the Baca Institute, host of Wisdom Talk Radio podcast, and international speaker.Kathy talks with Laurie about what inspired her to write the book, how can someone who feels separate and is suffering come back to connection, and what she hopes readers will take from the chapter reflections.Tune in and learn the story behind Laurie's experience of writing and completing the book, why we need to look within (instead of externally) especially in the world we are currently living in, and that one thing we are all seeking (could it be love?).To learn more about and to purchase Unconditional Remembrance - Your Connection to Source, visit Barnes and Noble or Amazon. Visit The Baca Institute to learn more about Laurie and the Quantum Connection Process. Follow us on IG @womenwhosarcast and @womenwhopodcastmagazine.Get the current issue of Women Who Podcast magazine at womenwhopodcastmag.com.All content © 2025 Women Who Sarcast and WWS Productions.

Are you comfortable speaking to strangers? Have you ever thought about being a TEDx speaker? Punam Saxena, who has 20+ years of professional and advocacy experience, and a current doctoral student, sat down with Kathy to talk about her journey to the TEDx stage.Tune in to learn why Punam was interested in becoming a speaker, how her journey to the stage began, and why you should consider doing it. Watch Punam's TEDx talk and reach out to her if you're interested in taking the leap.Follow us on IG @womenwhosarcast and @womenwhopodcastmagazine.Get the current issue of Women Who Podcast magazine at womenwhopodcastmag.com.All content © 2025 Women Who Sarcast and WWS Productions.