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S6E5 is here! Join us for our Holiday Bonzanza! Some games, some reflection, and a whole lot of intention for 2024. We talk about local fun, goals, and how we hope to vibe into the new year. We even have a positive political minute! [it's a holiday miracle!] ---- Features: Whatchya Readin', Noodle?: Atomic Habits by James Clear Political Minute: White House Initiative on Women's Health ---- Mentioned in this episode: -Bunches of recommendations for media  -Yearend fun at CandiPresents.com  -Submit a grab bag for 2024!  ---- How did 2023 treat you? Share your yearend thoughts and income year ideas with us at [email protected]!  ---- Follow the world with us on Instagram - @chacharonpodcast  ---- Happy Celebrating! 

S6E4 has arrived! We chat about the good and bad of traveling, how things have changed, and the plane/foot situation. Dream vacations, travel tips, and terrible journey reminiscing are all here. Hang out with us! ---- Features: Whatchya Readin’, Noodle? Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin Political Minute: Biden Impeachment and the Demockery ---- Mentioned in this episode: -Encino Parents Nursery School garage sale - contact us for details!- -the Rad Mag fall issue is coming soon! sign up for updates at CandiPresents.com ---- What are your travel tips? Share your stories with us here or email us at [email protected]!  

In this episode, Candi and Noodle talk all about stuff. How much stuff can humans have, can humans have stuff responsibility? Hang with us as we talk about filling the void, magical summer, and all the dusty crevices. **** Features: Whatchya Reading', Noodle?: Apples Never Fall by Liane Moriarty Political Minute: Taylor Swift Economy **** Mentioned in this episode: - the Rad Mag | Summer 2023 | Burn available now!  - LA Kid's Book Festival! 

In this episode, Candi and Noodle talk all about what, how, and why work life. Short jobs, big jobs, pain in the ass correspondence, unions - hot damn! Hang out with us for all that plus surprise appearances by breadsticks and funk. ---- Features: Whatchya Readin', Noodle?: Fledgling by Octavia Butler Political Minute: The Biden Soft Launch ---- Mentioned in this episode: the Rad Mag  WGA | Writer's Strike

In this episode, Candi and Noodle chat about taking care of ourselves, feeling better, balance, and bruises. There's passive vs active rest, thanking our bodies, and being okay with the sometimes suck. We're sucking in the vitamin D and wearing all the sunscreen.  Shout outs - Circus Liquor, 40 year old bruises, happy bees  **** Features: Whatchya Readin', Noodle? Fairy Tale by Stephen King Political Minute: Los Angeles Special Council Election  **** Mentioned in this episode: Encino Parent's Nursery School Annual Gala | Get tickets here!  the Rad Mag | 2023 Subscription  Send your grab bag thoughts to us at [email protected] or fill out a form at CandiPresents.com! 

In this episode, Candi and Noodle celebrate food and food celebrating! Big event ravioli, savory days,  sweet nights, and anxiety meals for one are here. And they brought snacks! Join us for a fun chat about food, friends, and the kind of warmth gathering brings. Big ups to the marshmallow game, bloomin’ onions, and dolls inside cakes. TW: This episode is entirely about food. We do not talk about negative relationships with food or food disorders. We do not discuss food disparity, shortage, or supply chain problems. We have shared some links below to ways you can help with food shortage this holiday season and always. We know there is privilege in talking about food in a celebratory way and recognize that this episode might not be for everyone.  **** Features: Whatchya Readin’, Noodle?: Bill Summers by Stephen King and Nevertheless, She Wore It by Ann Shen Political Minute: Election Day anxiety and the escapades of Twitter **** Mentioned in this episode: Sally’s Tomato by Henri Mancini | listen on Spotify @su

In this episode, Candi and Noodle jam on all things spooky! This grab bag is filled with decoration fun, ghost appreciation, and one bajillion costume ideas! Also, a pretty deep dive into the healthy relationship of Morticia and Gomez. Hang out with us for spooktacular fun! ---- Features: Whatchya Readin', Noodle?: Things My Son Should Know by Fredrick Bakman Political Minute: Iran and the non-televised revolution ---- Mentioned in this episode: The importance of learning about and sharing the protests in Iran. Some info and accounts to help amplify: 9 Ways to Help Women in Iran After Mahsa Jina Amini's Death @themeteor  @guardian @golfarahani VOTE! ✨ We can make the world a better place for all.

In this episode, Candi and Noodle host mini book club! We talk about checkin' in on ourselves and our space in the universe. Happiness, focus, and building your own base. Also, surprise creepy boob talk - we totally have it all! Grab a little nosh and join us for chats.    Mini Book Club: Be a Triangle by Lilly Singh ---- Features: Whatchya Readin’, Noodle?: The Oregon Experiment by Keith Scribner   Political Minute: The Queen ---- Mentioned in this episode: 20 Family Yard Sale in Lake Balboa for Noodle's preschool | Message us for details!   Unicorn Island Fund   Spooky Grab Bag | Submit your random spooky thoughts, questions, and general trivia or email us at [email protected]   ---- Correction - Lilly Singh hosted A Little Late with Lilly Singh on NBC, not E!.  

In this episode, Candi and Noodle are joined by Josh Burnell to talk about UNproblematic favorites! With pit stops at man nipples, sad music comfort, and the beauty of the library, there really is something for everyone. Join us on the recommendation slip and slide of unproblematic faves! ---- Features: Whatchya Readin', Noodle?: The Body Keeps Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk, M.D. Political Minute: Republicans against contraception ---- Mentioned in this episode: So many things are mentioned in this episode - it's a stuff bonanza! A few fun ones are listed here - listen for so many more books, sites, and super sweet story recommendations.  My tortilla looking besty on TikTok @BusyToddler Nonna's Empanadas | Glendale  ---- What are your unproblematic favorites? Share them with us here and at [email protected]!       

In this episode, Candi and Noodle give their old friend word association a jingle to help straighten out all those circular thoughts. Sure, there’s the doom and sometimes gloom, but also juice boxes and ramekin sized snacks.  Life is about balance. ---- Mentioned in this episode: Museum of Neon Art | Glendale, CA Free Little Libraries S1 E7: Everything You Love is Problematic S3 E3: Everything You Love is Problematic Vol. 2 The Rad Matt | Issue #6 | Summer 2022 | Energize ---- Share your thoughts with us! Email us at [email protected] and follow us on Instagram!

In this episode, Candi and Noodle chat all things do. We’ve got motivating tools, doing the things that bring you joy, and inspiration from CA State Senate candidate Caroline Menjivar! Things to do - talk. Every time we share, we learn what we can all do to make things better. And that’s beautiful as hell. Join us as we figure out how to enjoy the spin. ---- Features: Whatchya Readin', Noodle? A Burning by Megha Majumdar and The Insomniacs by Karina Wolf Political Minute: The formula shortage ---- Mentioned in this episode: Caroline Menjivar for CA State Senate! | https://www.carolinemenjivar.com | @joincarolinemenjivar Vote by mail ballot status | lavote.org CA Primaries - June 7, 2020! | CA Secretary of State Info Source ---- Do you have motivation tools you want to share? Send your sweet brain vibes to [email protected]!  

In this episode, Candi and Noodle catch up on 2022! We talk about exercise, snacks, and the tough time we’re having with time. Our mini grab bag covers a little anxiety, consumerism, boxing, and more with a side of cyclical horror. Share the chaos layers with us. ---- Features: Whatchya Readin', Noodle?: Sister Outsider by Audre Lorde and A Psalm for the Wild-Built y Becky Chambers Political Minute: Ukraine and the Modern Media War ---- Mentioned in this episode: Light Boxer Pineapple Swirl curl defining cream by Pacifica @booksandmybaby the Rad Mag | Spring 2022 available now!  ---- Share your resolutions and feelings with us at [email protected] or leave us a Grab Bag topic/question/thought burst!

In this episode, Candi and Noodle jump into the feelings chaos! True, none of us are fine and the December snooze is real, but we learned a lot. Like, it’s okay to be sad, it’s okay to be afraid, and it’s okay to let the surprise optimism in!  We also managed to work in a lot of giggles and made a boobie picture point.  Life is ishy AND beautiful.  Happy New Year! Take care of you. ❤️✨ ---- Features: Whatchya Readin', Noodle?: Just Like You by Nick Hornby Political Minute: Omicron - COVID Is Just That Into Us  ---- Mentioned in this episode: University of West Alabama “Our Basic Emotions” the Rad Mag | Issue #4 is here!!  For good feelings try |  Centaurworld on Netflix ---- Share your resolutions and feelings with us at [email protected] or leave us a Grab Bag topic/question/thought burst!

In this episode, Candi and Noodle chat about year end preparation and celebration! We've got holiday stories filled with adult themes, jammies, sad books, very many lists, and that old holiday favorite - to argue or not to argue? Come - enjoy judgement free hangs with us! Fact check: that Grammy/mall story didn't happen exactly as told. There was a fake scratchy and it was at the holidays, though not at the mall. Just one big pine scented fever memory. Holidays! ---- Features: Whatchya Readin', Noodle?: Turtles All the Way Down by John Green and Moonglow by Michael Chabon Political Minute: The Judicial System and The American Way ---- Mentioned in this episode: @magpiessoftserve | We just really, really love this ice cream pie Much small and local shopping!! >>> Handmade for All Holiday Gift Boutique Puff Puff Poms  Shout out to the artists doing really great things with boobies and peens, butts and v's |  Jocelyn Chantelle | @burntoutbroad  Sunset Comix  the Rad Mag | Winter Issue coming soon!

In this episode, Candi and Noodle are joined by Jennifer Lane to discuss horror stories! We've got dream book dates, gothic writers being beautifully strange, and accessible gore. Join us for spooky themed, book nerd fun! It's a waddle smacking good time.  Mini book club: Monster, She Wrote: The Women Who Pioneered Horror & Speculative Fiction by Lisa Kröger and Melanie R. Anderson. Illustrated by Natalya Balnova. ---- Features: Whatchya Readin', Noodle?: Bring Your Baggage and Don't Pack Light by Helen Ellis Political Minute: The complicated legacy of Colin Powell ---- Mentioned in this episode: jennibcreative.com the Rad Mag | Issue #3 is here!  Evil Temptress Designs ---- Happy Halloween, fellow humans!  Share your favorite spooky stories with us at [email protected]!  

In this episode, Candi and Noodle chat about natural disasters and how we can prepare. We talk expectations and anxiety, storm surfing, the ridiculous expense of the backpack, and so much more! Join us - we want to make sure you have enough flashlights. Happy October!  ---- Features: Whatchya Readin', Noodle?: Hood Feminism by Mikki Kendall and Our Revolution by Bernie Sanders Political Minute: IATSE Upset - We are aggressively pro union! ---- Mentioned in this episode: Bustle Article | What Should You Take In A Fire Evacuation Red Cross | Tools for making family preparedness plans, templates, and more!  Ready.gov @ia_stories the Rad Mag | Issue #3 Fall | pre-orders are open! Join us for mini book club this October!  ---- Got any great emergency tips? Share them with us at [email protected]!      

In this episode, Candi & Noodle chat about advice, why it's hard to take and why we love to give it. No-no rooms, bumper stickers, and ignoring stuff is all here - come laugh with us about things that are hard! Note: Chacharone Podcast does not endorse bringing cannabis into spaces where it is prohibited or breaking any rules because grown up reasons. ---- Features: Whatchya Readin', Noodle?: The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster Political Minute: Gavin Newsom Recall Election - September 14th! ---- Mentioned in this Episode: "Everybody's Free to Wear Sunscreen" | Essay | Spotify the Rad Mag by Candi Presents | Issue #2 | SUNSHINE Available now!  ---- Follow Chacharone on Instagram for updates, news, and general hilarity!   

In this episode, Candi and Noodle chat about being your own boss with absolute dream of a human, Chloe Bowman! Important points: passion + work, support systems, magic.  Reminder: time is bullshit. Thank you, Chloe!  ---- Features: Whatchya Readin', Noodle?: A Promised Land by Barack Obama and The Broken Earth Trilogy by N.K. Jemisin Political Minute: Liz Cheney and the Spectacular Ousting Final Lockin' the F Down Checkin: Aura Rubs and Suspicious Feelings ---- Mentioned in this Episode Chloe Bowman | Entre-Nous the Rad Mag | ✨ Step into the reality dream ✨ | @the_radmag   

In this episode, Candi and Noodle do a pandemic themed grab bag! It's filled with conversation starters like dream panic vs. reality panic, worrying about not worrying enough, and car pie! Mask sweat, general yiks, and bringing hope are just a few of the items we tackle on this good time episode.  Big points: Resocializing and Introspection Sweet motorcycle sounds: uneditable apparently ---- Features: Whatchya Readin', Noodle? : Professional Troublemaker by Luvvie Ajayi Jones and Roar by Cecilia Ahearn  Political Minute: Therapeutic Press Secretary Jen Psaki  ---- Mentioned in this episode: Sur L'Adour Soup | Local business for your dose #2 feelin' better needs Magpies Softserve | Local business because car pie Luvvie Ajayi Jones - TEDWomen 2017 Candi Presents | the Rad Mag in print!  ---- Send comments, questions, and share generate thought bursts with us at [email protected]!     

In this episode, Candi and Noodle catch up with each other and 2021. And time, like, in general. Fancy joggers, action items, and layers of information await you! Plus, a little word association - what are you looking forward to? Hang out with us. We're good times.  Happy season of love, listeners. Give it to yourself, shower it on the world. Get freaky with your bad ass. ❤️ ---- Features: Whatchya Readin', Noodle?: We Were Eight Years in Power by Ta-Nehisi Coates and You Are Your Child's First Teacher by Rahima Baldwin Dancy Political Minute: Ted Cruz continues to show his ass.  ---- Mentioned in this episode: Human story-sharing accounts we love | @blackforager, @stacey_plaskett  Noodle moderates Virtual Town Hall with Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA)! Candi Presents | the Rad Mag ---- How's your bubble? Check in with us at [email protected] or leave us a Grab Bag topic/question/thought burst!