Hello lovely bees! This month's episode is about ~being perceived~ and how social media and the pandemic have impacted the way we view our bodies. Thanks for tuning in and keep on buzzing!

 We're back with Part 2 of our revisit of (500) Days of Summer. This time, guest Sophia and I discuss: how (and even if) the characters grow throughout the film  our thoughts on the film's take on love & rom-coms  the manic pixie dream girl   does Tom actually love Summer? the villainization of people who want casual relationships  the bench scene the ending ☀️☀️☀️ You can watch a video version of this podcast on YouTube. Sophia's YouTube: youtu.be/Hk9l7ta2hgY Sophia's plant IG & TikTok: @sophiasgreengarden We're on the 'gram too! @thevirginandthebeespodcast. Thanks for listening! Keep on buzzing 🐝

My childhood bestie Sophia and I revisit the thought-provoking movie (500) Days of Summer and discuss....    the roadblocks in Summer & Tom's relationship the problem with the "nice guy" trope & how toxic masculinity presents in Tom situations in which we reminded ourselves of Tom situations in which we felt like Summer rejection (and some of our experiences with it, on both sides) the best character of the whole film... Tom's little sister! ☀️☀️☀️ You can watch a video version of this podcast on YouTube (channel name: Zareena Evelina). Sophia's YouTube: youtu.be/Hk9l7ta2hgY Sophia's plant IG & TikTok: @sophiasgreengarden We're on the 'gram too! @thevirginandthebeespodcast. Thanks for listening! Keep on buzzing 🐝

LINKS/RESOURCES Letter to Congress template More info on the effects of overturning Roe v Wade Resources for those seeking abortion Donation Funds & Action Item Resources The Judiciary Act of 2021 More info on reasons for the impeachment of Clarence Thomas & more on the political history of Clarence and Ginni Thomas

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY! ❤️  Join us for a fun lil chat as guest Darcy and I reflect on Valentine's Day and share ideas of what to do if you're single, mindful reminders if you're in a relationship, and some of our previous Valentine's Day experiences. Find the podcast on IG: @thevirginandthebeespodcast RELATED EPISODES ❤️ Figuring Out Your Sexuality for Yourself (with the same guest: Darcy) A Look Into Hookup Culture (featuring multiple guests including Darcy) Navigating Online Dating (with guest Chelsea) People Pleasing in Dating, Sex and Relationships (with guest Carly)

2022 is just around the corner! So I thought I'd share some rituals for transitioning from the old year to the new <3 This is also my first solo episode! Let me know what your word is for 2022 — or if you have any rituals of your own! DM or comment on IG (@thevirginandthebeespodcast) or email [email protected] Happy New Year and keep on buzzing 🐝

Moving on is messy. Whether you've broken up with a longtime partner you co-owned a cat with or you're trying to get over someone you never even dated — both are painful and difficult in their own way — and we're here to talk about it and share what we've learned along the way. Thank you to Olivia for joining us today, and thank YOU for tuning in :) Keep on buzzing! Find the podcast on IG ❤️ @thevirginandthebeespodcast GETTING OVER SOMEONE PLAYLIST: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4nblICaAYnje5nW2XCbaJL?si=0c9cc67fe64948ba

I made a playlist curated with songs that fit the vibe of the podcast!  Available on Spotify here

In what ways can your body image shift when being intimate with different genders? What does it mean to "dress queer"? What are some pros and cons of labeling your sexual orientation? How can you respond to the question "who is the spoon and who is the fork?" when asked about a same-sex relationship? Tune in for a conversation exploring the intricate nature of these topics, as guest Bella and I dive into how our bisexuality has impacted our self perception and expression. Thank you to Bella for joining us on today's episode! You can find Bella on Instagram @bellafunt and Twitter @highkeybellac.  We're on IG too! @thevirginandthebeespodcast 📚 SOURCES 📚 Journal of BisexualityStudy discussedThe ‘Double Closet’: Why Some Bisexual People Struggle With Mental Health (NY Times article) 🎙️ RELATED CONTENT 🎙️ "Bisexual Struggles (and the complexities of labeling yourself)" with Lauren Van "Figuring Out Your Sexuality For Yourself" with Darcy Bate Thanks for listening! Keep on buzzing 🐝 P.S. Sorry the audio quality is subpar on my end…. my podcasting microphone broke shortly before recording this episode and I was waiting for a new one to ship under its covered warranty!

What are people's honest thoughts about hookups? I separately interviewed six guests to find out! Listen in to hear about their experiences and lessons learned in navigating hookup culture. 🌻QUESTIONS  Q1: What has your experience been like navigating hookup culture? (2:37) Q2: What have you learned about yourself? (13:33) Q3: What advice do you have for others? (28:24) Bonus Question: How has the pandemic affected dating for you and how have you handled it? (38:09) 🌸GUESTS (in order of appearance) - Lauren (IG & YouTube: @laurenvan_ | TikTok: @caliherdaddy)  - Austen  - Darcy (IG: @d__rcyb8)  - Dominika (Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/LMTtjTL35TTbL3Vk9)  - Michael (IG: @mikethesouthpole)  - Carly (IG: @carlytaco & @hottieswithapoddy)  *Check out Carly's podcast "Hotties With A Poddy"  🐝You can watch a video version of this podcast on YouTube (channel name: Zareena Evelina). We're also on IG & Pinterest @thevirginandthebeespodcast  Thanks for listening!