Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Welcome to the 1st installment of our Banned Books Series! In this episode, we discuss George M. Johnson's All Boys Aren't Blue: A Memoir-Manifesto. This is a beautiful and important book. Tune in to hear our reactions to and understanding of All Boys Aren't Blue. Afterwards, let us know your thoughts about the book.  George M. Johnson (they/them) is an Emmy nominated, award-winning, and bestselling Black nonbinary author and activist. They have written on race, gender, sex, and culture for Essence, the Advocate, BuzzFeed News, Teen Vogue, and more than forty other national publications. George has appeared on BuzzFeed’s AM2DM as well as on MSNBC. They are also a proud HBCU alum twice over and a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated. Their debut memoir, All Boys Aren’t Blue, was a New York Times bestseller and garnered many accolades. It was the second-most banned book of 2022 in the United States, according to the American Library Association. For their work fighting book bans and challenges, the National Coalition Against Censorship (NCAC) honored George with its Free Speech Defender Award, and TIME Magazine named them one of the “100 Next Most Influential People in the World.”Support the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Sometimes a poem or a piece of writing just speaks to you. In the first book of our Banned Book Series, All Boys Aren't Blue, George M. Johnson talks about Paul Laurence Dunbar's We Wear the Mask - a poem that has significant meaning for Raquel. Share with us a poem or piece of writing that has impacted you!Support the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Have you ever wondered why you react in certain ways or why you have particular feelings or aches and pains? It turns out that a lot of it is based in childhood. It's our subconscious blueprint. Although there are a number of helpful techniques to uncover our blueprint, one very helpful tool is rapid transformational therapy (RTT). Our guest this week, Chloe Jimenez-Peters, is a Transformational Hypnotherapist and Trauma Informed Coach who works with women worldwide to rapidly identify and transform the subconscious blueprint of PMDD and perimenopause symptoms so that they can expand into their full potential, thrive with purpose and have the fulfilling harmonious relationships they deserve. As a Narcissistic Abuse Specialist, Chloe also supports women in transforming the effects of toxic relationships, navigate the disentanglement and set them up for success. With a medical background and a deep understanding of the subconscious mind, Chloe helps clients uncover and heal root-cause traumas, freeing them from the painful manifestations and setting them up with the subconscious success blueprint for creating the abundant life of inner peace and purpose that is their birthright. Passionate about guiding women toward self-worth and fulfilment, Chloe works to rewire the mind and reshape the nervous system, paving the way for each client to experience the thriving, harmonious life their soul is calling them to expand into.Where to find Chloe Jimenez-Peters:Website: https://chloejimenezpeters.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chloejimenezpeters/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChloeJimenezPeters/Book a FREE 15-minute discovery call: https://calendly.com/chloejimenez/15minSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Regardless of whether you are tuned in to popular "news", chances are pretty good that you've heard something about the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni saga. We dive in with our opinions about this debacle in this minisode. What are your thoughts about all of this?Mentioned in this episode:Eve: How the Female Body Drove 200 Million Years of Human Evolution by Cat BohannonSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!In this week’s episode we’re telling y’all about one of the ways that we are striking back at Project 2025 - we’re doing  a banned book series in 2025! For each month of the coming year we’ll discuss a book that has been banned. In hopes that y’all will join us in this reading journey, the list of all of the books in the series below. January - All Boys Aren't Blue: A Memoir-Manifesto by George M. JohnsonFebruary - Oryx & Crake by Margaret AtwoodMarch - The Last White Man: A Novel by Mohsin HamidApril - The Poet X by Elizabeth AcevedoMay - Maus I and II by Art SpegelmanJune - Lawn Boy by Jonathan EvisonJuly - The Absolutely True Diary Of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman AlexieAugust - Monday's Not Coming by Tiffany D. JacksonSeptember - We Are the Ants by Shaun David HutchinsonOctober - Me and Earl and the Dying Girl by Jesse AndrewsNovember - Almost Perfect by Brian KatcherDecember - Dear Martin by Nic StoneSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!We're trying something a bit different here at Madness Cafe - minisodes! These are a chance for us to pop in from time to time when we feel the urge to chat a little about a timely topic in the zeitgeist. Our very first minisode is about Black trad wives. We have opinions! (Shocker!) What do you think about Black trad wives? DM us on Instagram (@madnesscafepodcast) or email us (madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com) and let us know!Support the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!What is ethical non-monogamy? Is it the same as polyamory? Are we talking about swinging? We're talking about all that and more with Lauren Hayes, a relationship coach specializing in supporting ethically non-monogamous (ENM) couples, including swingers and the ENM-curious. You might be surprised about what you learn in this episode.Lauren Hayes, trained in both life and relationship coaching, helps couples navigate and engage the swinging and non-monogamous community in the healthiest of ways. Her approach aims to help couples build their ideal relationship, regardless of whether or how many others it includes. She also brings personal experience to her coaching having been married for nearly 20 years and ENM (swingers) for the last 6 years. She offers coaching and practical advice grounded in her own life as well as professional training - she goes by Swinging Lifestyle Coach.Where to find Lauren Hayes:Website: https://www.swinginglifestylecoach.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinginglifestylecoachFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SwingingLifestyleCoachYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVZR-9HggJ51NaJnXCnq0EwThe Examined Lives of the Secret Wives Podcast: https://pod.link/1767688018Support the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!How much do we really know about our parents, grandparents, and our family history? How do they fit into the backdrop of history as a whole? Susan Servais' mother Kathe Mueller Slonim gave her family the gift of her story in the book Escape From Dachau: A True Story of Survival, Courage, and A Daring Escape in the Face of Unthinkable Evil. This book is a memoir couched in history that reads like a novel. Tune in to hear our conversation with Susan about her truly amazing family and what we can learn from their experience. Susan Servais is the retired CEO of  a non-profit, the Massachusetts Health Council and the daughter of Kathe Mueller Slonim, the author of Escape from Dachau.Support the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!In this week's episode, we discuss Varuni Sinha's memoir, Golden Handcuffs: An Immigrant's Pursuit of Happiness. Varuni, a New York-based writer and multimedia producer, describes her book as a story of love, strength, and resilience written with the intention of spreading peace and harmony. Golden Handcuffs is all that and so much more; it's the true story of what so many South Asian (and other immigrant) women endure in America - legal immigrants held down by 21st century laws that threaten their right to work, earn a living, contribute to their families, utilize their education and training, and live as fully actualized individuals. Where to find Varuni Sinha's work:Website: https://www.varunisinha.comSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Sexual abuse is objectively a difficult topic. Even more so when the predator is your father. Cindy Benezra knows this all too well; her predator was her father. In her memoir, Under the Orange Blossoms, Cindy shares her story, along with how she healed, in the hopes of helping others. Behind the accomplished author, speaker, entrepreneur, philanthropist and advocate is a sexual abuse victim that is passionate about bringing awareness to the impact of sexual trauma through meaningful conversations and system-changing discussions. Known for her strength and compassion, Cindy Benezra bravely faces the sensitive topic with courage and resilience, having a deep and personal understanding of how sexual abuse affects every aspect of a person’s life and a genuine care for those who have walked a similar path. She is well versed on and speaks to the many different avenues for healing from trauma since she put in years of therapy and uncovered countless self help techniques. Her charge is to break the chains of trauma while also breaking the cycle it can create. Her hope is to reveal the truth as well as the path to forgiveness, healing and freedom.Where to find Cindy:Website: https://www.cindytalks.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CindyBenezraInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cindybenezra/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cindy-benezra-932560158Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CindyBenezraAuthorSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Magic mushrooms, plant medicine, psilocybin - what came to mind when you read those words? If you grew up in the 80s, "just say no" probably popped up. But are all drugs bad? Can their powers be used for good? Sometimes, yes. Specifically, psilocybin. We talk about this (and so much more!) with guest Leslie Draffin, a trauma-trained somatic coach, psychedelic microdosing guide & breath and meditation teacher with a special focus on helping women learn the language of their body.  She helps midlife women & millennials get unstuck by showing them ways to build their mind-body connection, heal the wounds of unworthiness, get free from mental health challenges and build a life they love - using psilocybin microdosing protocols and various healing modalities.Curious? Listen to the episode, connect with Leslie, and let us know your thoughts.Where to connect with Leslie Draffin:IG: @LeslieDraffinWebsite: www.lesliedraffin.comCall: Book a free 1:1 Discovery CallMicrodosing Guide: Free Microdosing 101 GuideSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!After a few days of processing the results of the election, we talk through our feelings about what happened, what's to come, our fears and hopes, and our plans going forward. The conversation doesn't stop here, and it doesn't stop with us; after you listen, please share your thoughts and feelings. Community is going to help us through this. You're a part of this community and we want to hear from you.We're in for a long ride and we need all of you on this journey. So, as always, please protect your peace.We're in this together.Support the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!We read and discussed Stacey Abrams' Our Time Is Now before the results of the 2024 election were announced. We were excited and hopeful and wanted to share Stacey's message, information and talented wordsmithing with everyone. We're in a very different emotional space right now, but we still want everyone to read Our Time Is Now. We stand by our view that Stacey Abrams' book is vital and important. And necessary. The truth remains that we aren't taught everything about our system of government and elections, how they came to be, how they are manipulated, and how they can be fixed. Stacey Abrams' Our Time Is Now pulls back the curtain so we can see what we're dealing with while also providing solutions to make it all work for the greater good. This may be the guide we all need right now.Where to find Stacey Abrams:Assembly Required with Stacey Abrams | Crooked MediaFair CountFair Fight: Fighting Voter Suppression & Protecting Voting RightsSome of the organizations mentioned in Our Time Is Now - maybe they'll be a source of inspiration right now.Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under LawNew Georgia ProjectBrennan Center for JusticeAsian American Legal Advocacy CenterLeague of Women VotersBlack Voter ProjectFair FightFair Fight ActionFair CountAmerican Civil Liberties UnionNAACPNAACP Legal Defense and Educational FundVoto LatinoAsian Americans Advancing JusticeNational Association of Latino Elected and Appointed OfficialsBolder AdvocacySwing LeftSister DistrictLet America VoteIndivisiblePlanned Parenthood Action FundNational Abortion Rights Action LeagueMoms Demand ActionCongressional Black CaucusCongressional Hispanic CaucusCongressional Asian Pacific American CaucusBlack Leadership RoundtableNew Florida MajorityWay to WinVote.orgBlack Lives MatterBlack Voters MatterLeadership Conference on Civil and Human RightsSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Return guest Christina Reynolds, Senior Vice President of Communications and Content at EMILYs List, is back to talk about the book that she co-wrote with the President of EMILYs List Stephanie Schriock - Run to Win: Lessons in Leadership for Women Changing the World. Timely topic, no? But trust that the lessons in the book are for all women looking to lead and make change whether that's as a business owner, head of household, or future president of the United States. Listen to the conversation and learn how you can change the part of the world that speaks to you!Christina Reynolds joined EMILYs List after nearly two decades of experience as a communications and research strategist. A lifelong fighter for progressive causes, she has managed large-scale press operations from the campaign trail to the White House.A proud Tar Heel and Marine brat, Christina studied journalism and political science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is also the co-author, with EMILYs List former President Stephanie Schriock, of Run to Win: Lessons in Leadership for Women Changing the World.Where to find Christina Reynolds:Website: emilyslist.orgIG: @creynoldsncTwitter/X: @creynoldsncThreads: @creynoldsncSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!So many people walk through life wearing a mask, disconnected from themselves. How can we drop the mask and reconnect? According to this week's guest, Gao Motsemme, we have to get to the core of the issue and connect to source. That's how we get to the sexual and creative energy that the patriarchy is so afraid of. That's how we connect to the queen within and let her thrive!Gao Motsemme is a mother of three who emerged from the ashes of betrayal and emotional turmoil. For years, she hid behind a mask of strength, until life’s greatest challenges—divorce, judicial injustice, and separation from her children, stripped her down to her core. Through these adversities, she discovered her true power and gifts as a Freedom Illuminator, Human MRI, and Psychic Surgeon. Now she helps high achievers break free from generational trauma, embody emotional independence, and reclaim their spiritual and sexual sovereignty. Her work empowers individuals to thrive in the boardroom and ignite passion in their relationships. Where to find and connect with Gao Motsemme:Website: https://www.gaomotsemme.com/Facebook: www.facebook/gmotsemmeInstagram: @gaomotsemme.magneticconfidenceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gaomotsemmeBook a Call: https://www.awakeningconfidence.com/gaomotsemme/claritysessionSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Words matter. Words have power. Art is powerful. We explore just how powerful words, art, and poetry can be with guests Tara Bracco and Karla Jackson-Brewer. Tune in to hear some of that power as Karla reads a portion of one of her poems included in the book, Poetic People Power.For 20 years, the New York City-based spoken word group Poetic People Power has creatively explored social and political topics, offering insights and solutions to issues that affect our everyday lives and the world around us. This debut anthology invites readers to explore three of their shows about environmental heroes, women’s voices, and human rights abuses. Tara Bracco is the founder and producing artistic director of Poetic People Power. She has created, produced, and performed in 20 spoken word shows about social and political issues. She is a recognized leader in the field of art and social change and has been featured in O, The Oprah Magazine, Time Out New York, Brooklyn Rail, and HuffPost. As a journalist, her work has appeared in Cosmopolitan, American Theatre, Condé Nast Traveler, BUST, and Clamor. Karla Jackson-Brewer is a longtime member of Poetic People Power, Professor at Rutgers University, Senior Vajrayana Buddhist Teacher, and priest in the West African tradition of Ifa.Where to find out more about Poetic People Power:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/poeticpeoplepower/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poeticpeoplepower/ Website: https://www.poeticpeoplepower.com/Where to find Karla Jackson-Brewer:Facebook: www.facebook.com/karla.jacksonbrewer Instagram: @oduneyeSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Sensitive, empathic, overwhelmed? Can you relate? Do you know someone who can? How can you protect yourself? How can you manage overwhelm in this time of chaos? This week's guest, Abby Humphrey, talks to Raquel and Jennifer about what can help.Abby Humphrey has been practicing acupuncture in Ann Arbor since 1999. In 2001, she co-founded the Center for Sacred Living. She has lectured on Chinese Medicine at the University of Michigan School of Public Health and in the intensive Interflex program at the Medical School. Abby has facilitated workshops on Five Element Theory for many years and she recently developed the online course The Five Element Journey of the Empath.Where to find Abby:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_harmony_withinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_harmony_within/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/5-Elements-of-Self-Care/61554947776185/Course: https://www.abbyhumphreyacupuncture.com/limited-time-offerSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!One common belief is that our colleges and universities are safe spaces and, if we are subjected to sexual violence, our schools will protect us. Unfortunately, that is not true for so many people. In fact, victims are often retraumatized by the very people in authority who are supposed to help them. Why? What is happening? What isn't happening? What can be done? We delve into that with guest Nicole Bedera, PhD as we discuss her new book On the Wrong Side: How Universities Protect Perpetrators and Betray Survivors of Sexual Violence.Nicole Bedera, Ph.D. is a sociologist and author of the book On the Wrong Side: How Universities Protect Perpetrators and Betray Survivors of Sexual Violence. Her research broadly focuses on how our social structures contribute to survivors’ trauma and make sexual violence more likely to occur in the future. Her scholarship has influenced sexual violence prevention programming across the country, including for Planned Parenthood, and her work has been featured in many popular outlets, including The New York Times, NPR, Time Magazine, and Teen Vogue. Nicole puts her work into practice as an affiliated educator at the Center for Institutional Courage and as a co-founder of Beyond Compliance Consulting.Where to find Nicole Bedera, Ph.D.:Twitter: @NBederaPersonal Website: nicolebedera.comBeyond Compliance Website: beyond-compliance-consulting.comBook Order Link: https://bookshop.org/p/books/on-the-wrong-side-how-universities-protect-perpetrators-and-betray-survivors-of-sexual-violence-nicole-bedera/21312168?ean=9780520395893Mentioned in this episode:https://slate.com/human-interest/2020/03/daughter-advice-sexual-assault-college.html#DARVO #punishmentversusconsequences #titleix #protectwomen #believewomen #listentowomen #sexualviolence #onthewrongside #supportsurvivorsSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Is motherhood the default? Are people without children monsters? Is it ok to be childfree and happy? Raquel and Jennifer talk about all of this and more with this week's guest Therese Schechter.Therese Shechter is an award-winning filmmaker and the founder of the production company Trixie Films. Over the past 20 years, she has created a body of work that fuses humor, activism, and personal storytelling to explore a host of thorny questions around women’s roles and identities.Therese’s most recent film My So-Called Selfish Life, is a revolutionary documentary about one of our greatest social taboos: choosing not to become a mother. Released in 2022 to critical acclaim, it has reached audiences in over 35 countries, and has become a powerful tool for fostering conversations about reproductive autonomy in this post-Roe v Wade era. Where to find Therese and her work:Websites: https://trixiefilms.com/, https://myselfishlife.com/IG: @trixiefilms, @mysocalledselfishlifeFB: https://www.facebook.com/mysocalledselfishlife/Twitter/X: @trixiefilmsSupport the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!

Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!Project 2025 - it's all over the news and everyone's talking about it. Or they should be. What is it? Why should we care? To be fair, it's to be expected that a candidate for president will have a plan (not just a concept of a plan...) for how they will govern. But Project 2025 is more than that, it is The Heritage Foundation's plan which would have lasting negative, earthshattering consequences. In short, it's a plan to dismantle democracy. In this episode, Raquel and Jennifer discuss Project 2025 and their feelings about it. This is just the tip of the Project 2025 iceberg so don't stop here, do your research.Links to Project 2025 and a few resources to help you make sense of what it's effects would be:Project 2025 | Presidential Transition ProjectWhat is Project 2025? See full PDF summary document (19thnews.org)A Guide to Project 2025 - FactCheck.orgProject 2025 summary: What's in the blueprint for a second Trump term? (slate.com)Project 2025, Explained | American Civil Liberties Union (aclu.org)Support the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at madnesscafepodcast@gmail.com.Share the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!