Episodes

  • Long-Distance Love and Dating Abroad

    Long-Distance Love and Dating Abroad
    Feb 15 2023
    The last time we talked about singleness and dating on this show was 3 years ago (Ep 19: What We've Learned From Being Single)! But new developments have emerged...   Daree hates long-distance relationships (LDRs), but she unexpectedly met someone special on her last trip... and he lives on another continent. (It feels like he's in another galaxy far, far, away lol.)   Whether you're in a LDR now, or considering it, listen in as she gets some advice from Daj (whose had her own LDRs). We discussed how to deal with the circumstances, being wary of your emotional and financial investment in the LDR, and more:  
    • Daree explains how her LDR came about (in Colombia) 4:10
    • Daj's 3-year relationship that turned from local to LDR (in Italy) 6:18
    • Overextending yourself and things to think about for LDRs 15:21
    • Being used when you appear to affluent or unaware 19:18
    • Daj's 2-year LDR & engagement  21:18
    • How to evaluate "where this is going" and decide if a LDR is right for you 28:37
      Have you ever been in an LDR? How did it turn out? Let us know:   @thecmonsonpod thecmonsonpodcast@gmail.com Voicemail: 757-204-5495     Background: Daree's 2022 Colombia vlog
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    38 mins
  • The Best Music, Movies and Shows of 2022

    The Best Music, Movies and Shows of 2022
    Dec 28 2022
    We're giving you all our favorite movies & shows, as well as pop, R&B, hip hop, Dance, Afrobeats and Reggaeton songs released in 2022. What were your faves?   What we loved watching:
    • TV & Streaming
    • Movies (19:03)
      Songs:
    • Pop (23:39)
    • R&B (29:03)
    • Afrobeats (33:23)
    • House (33:48)
    • Hip hop (34:46)
    • Techno/Electronica/Dance (36:22)
    • Latin/Reggaeton (40:34)
      @thecmonsonpod thecmonsonpodcast@gmail.com   Voicemail: 757-204-5495
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    44 mins
  • Fertility Journey

    Fertility Journey
    Dec 14 2022
    Sometimes you make choices in life that others don't understand, like, or support.   Daj thought she would never be able to have her own biological children, and recently made an intentional decision to pursue motherhood without a partner. She shares her fertility journey thus far in this episode. We also talked about societal expectations, why some men become gynecologists, and how she's preparing herself for the inevitable naysayers.
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    34 mins
  • Summer Recap & Accessibility for All?

    Summer Recap & Accessibility for All?
    Sep 28 2022
    We're back for Season 4 of the C'mon Son podcast, and we did the most this summer! We've got some stories and updates for ya.  
    • Summer recap (including first-class treatment) 2:04
    • Observations after mom got a scooter 14:38
    • A primer on accessibility, disability, and inclusion 22:34
        Resources The social model of disability (infographic) Lakefront Brewery pics on Daree's Instagram UX Content Collective Accessibility course - use the code uxwcadvanced25 for 25% off!
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    37 mins
  • Wegovy Weight Loss Update

    Wegovy Weight Loss Update
    Jun 22 2022
    Daj shares an update on her weight loss (92 pounds and counting!), and unexpected physical and practical things she's dealing with during this process.   This is an update from episode 51: https://thecmonsonpod.libsyn.com/we-gon-use-wegovy-for-weight-loss     Reach out at: @thecmonsonpod thecmonsonpodcast@gmail.com Voicemail: 757-204-5495
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    18 mins
  • National Streaming Day

    National Streaming Day
    May 25 2022
    Apparently May 21 was National Streaming Day. That's what Roku told us.   We decided to rant about the overwhelming streaming services (and piling fees) we encounter trying to keep with all the entertainment choices out there. The second half of the show is focused on Netflix, the one who started it all.       Reach out at: @thecmonsonpod thecmonsonpodcast@gmail.com Voicemail: 757-204-5495  
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    22 mins
  • Havana At Last

    Havana At Last
    Mar 30 2022
    We FINALLY went to Havana, Cuba after a nearly 3-year wait. We're giving you our reflections about the Cuban culture and how life-changing it was to visit this island during the pandemic.     References:
    • Friendly Planet
    • Blog:
      • Part 1
      • Part 2
      • Part 3
    • Vlog
        Reach out at: @thecmonsonpod thecmonsonpodcast@gmail.com Voicemail: 757-204-5495
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    21 mins
  • Barriers to Promotion for Women of Color in Tech

    Barriers to Promotion for Women of Color in Tech
    Mar 23 2022
    In this episode, we reviewed the recent 2021 TrustRadius report about women in tech from a DEI perspective. We talked about 5 findings about upward mobility for women of color (particularly those who want to be promoted at work, but have too many barriers). We also discussed our personal thoughts about being promoted to management, and what that means for the work we currently enjoy.   References:
    • TrustRadius report: https://www.trustradius.com/buyer-blog/women-in-tech-report 
    • Productivity concerns working from home (3:40): https://thecmonsonpod.libsyn.com/return-to-work (episode 54)
    • Name shame (8:00): https://www.instagram.com/p/CG4uT-LBPUD/
          Reach out at: @thecmonsonpod thecmonsonpodcast@gmail.com Voicemail: 757-204-5495
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    22 mins