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Harvey Weinstein accused of sexual assault, heads to "rehab" In an explosive New Yorker story, journalist Ronan Farrow talks with multiple women who share horrific accounts of sexual abuse and harassment by powerful filmmaker, Harvey Weinstein. Now, countless actresses come forward to say "Me Too." Kim and Jackie discuss the backlash against some of the victims and why women stay silent, often never speaking up about assault. Plus, why do some men skate through allegations while others are...

Who ticked off more people this week: Kim Goldman, Cam Newton or pumpkin spice? People, people, people... if there was ever a story you need to hear, it's this one. Our dear Kim Goldman almost gave her friends a heart attack with a simple SOS text. How a 9-1-1 LAPD call and 45 minutes of sheer terror ended in a surprise twist. Seriously, she took ten years off our lives. You need to hear this story. Plus, Jackie was right... pumpkin spice is ruining the world. Hear how a school was...

When we invited Los Angeles Fire Department veteran, Steve Resnick, onto the show to discuss preparing ourselves for whatever may come, it was because there was so much happening in the news (Texas, Florida, Puerto Rico) that we thought it was important to get the word out and teach our listeners how to prepare in case of a disaster. We also knew some of that disaster preparedness would include information in case of an active shooter. In fact, it's Steve's very expertise. He's the go-to...

This week's trending topics people are chatting about. Is it the end of the world as we know it? Some say it's a matter of hours. (Watch out for Nibiru, peeps) How will you spend your last day on Earth? Kim and Jackie plan their perfect final hours. Plus, Nambia and dotards. What the what? And, Spicer at the Emmy Awards? Is show biz moving to Washington? More and more celebrities getting in on the debate. NEXT WEEK: Are you prepared when disaster strikes? An expert shares what we need to...

Parents sentenced for pranking their kids online. What's the line between a harmless prank and child abuse? Kim and Jackie cover broad topics of the week including: • The "hot cops" of Gainesville aren't everything they seem. One of the viral law enforcement officers is under fire for his hateful social media posts. • Celebrities getting political: Good for them or stop talking? Celebs like Ellen Pompeo and Don Cheadle are stepping on their soapboxes while stars like Mark Wahlberg think...

The broads kickoff season 4 with a brand spankin' new announcement! And a PSA on that pumpkin spice everything phenomenon (yuck!). Plus, we slap around some life-changing topics like: Are you a pumpkin spice on everything kind of person? We need to have a few words with you. Plus, breast milk lattes at Burning Man? What the what?! And, a school district offers free drug testing to kids as young as 12 years old. Are you all for it or all "hell naw"? Subscribe to Broadscast on iTunes, peeps!...

As we brace ourselves for the finale of American Ninja Warrior tonight, finalist Maggi Thorne makes a quick stop on the way to Mt Midoriyama to chat with Broadscast's Kim and Jackie. Related Episodes: American Ninja Warrior Jessie Graff American Ninja Warrior Natalie Duran About Maggi Thorne: Three time American Ninja Warrior Competitor, Team Ninja Warrior competitor and Two time NBC Spartan Ultimate Team Challenge Competitor Maggi Thorne was originally from San Diego, CA until receiving a...

Some of our favorite Ninja Warriors hit the course for the last time this week, marking an end of the road for them in season 9. Can we get a "waaaaah"? See full episode. But have no fear, 'cause the broads talk with Ninja Natalie Duran in a fun, revealing convo. Tune in to get the scoop behind this season's cast of characters. Natalie Duran, a 26 year old SoCal native with a Neuroscience degree turned American Ninja Warrior. Natalie began rock climbing her freshman year of college to stay...

We head over the pond for Part 3 of So You Wanna Be a Podcaster with entrepreneur Mark Asquith. Mark is a serial entrepreneur who has built globally successful design & marketing, SaaS and digital businesses since he quit his job in 2005. A passionate podcaster, perpetual learner and helpful bloke, Mark has a giant dog and an embarrassing beard. Related Episodes: Part 1 of So You Wanna Be a Podcaster with John Lee Dumas Part 2 of So You Wanna Be a Podcaster with Jessica Kupferman If you're...

How are hundreds of women finding girl power through stand up comedy? Kim and Jackie chat with Lisa Sundstedt, the Madame of Comedy and creator of Pretty Funny Women. Lisa Sundstedt is an accomplished stand up comic, writer, singer, actress and producer. Her first professional gig was singing and dancing at Tokyo Disneyland in Japan. She spent another few months singing on an Italian cruise ship, followed by four years on the road with the infamous 50's rock group "Sha Na Na". In 1995,...

If you find yourself asking the question, “Am I losing my mind?” more often than you’d like to admit, your short attention span or fuzziness may be your body’s way of telling you something is just not right. Staying focused and on task requires your brain to working off of a complex cocktail of neurotransmitters and hormones. But you may be surprised to learn what can actually derail that process and ultimately, your ability to keep things straight in your mind. Diana Bitner, MD, NCMP,...

What is mindfulness and why should you care? Learning how to be mindful can improve your health, well being and entire life. In this episode, learn how to incorporate mindfulness into your life in as little as 5 minutes a day. Guest: Leigh Koechner is a refreshingly unfiltered mother of 5. She is a writer, performer, and is the parenting expert for Deepak Chopra’s global wellbeing app Jiyo. You have seen her on Oprah Winfrey’s “Your Own Show”, The Comebacks, and her one-woman show “Miss...

Raise your hand if the end of the school year is kicking your ass? Author Jenna McCarthy joins the broads to talk the time of year she has declared "We are so done teaching your kids." WARNING: If you're looking for an episode you can listen to at work or around the kids, this ain't it. The broads talk: • Life as a room mom, why we do it and how it changes through the years. • Why Jenna doesn't like OPK (other people's kids) • How Kim made OPK cry • Who can seriously afford summer? The...

Let's face it, no matter how you spend your days - stay at home, work from home, work outside the home, whatevs - moms have a ridiculous amount of responsibility on our plates. Case in point: this podcast. We are very well aware our Mother's Day episode is posted a wee bit after Mother's Day actually happened. But it's our week, damnit, so leave us alone. (Wait, we get a day? A day? We bust our humps all year moving mountains and creating miracles and we get a day?) Okay then, enjoy the...

With two #1 Comedy Central specials to his credit, comedian and transformational speaker Kyle Cease is a keynote speaker, igniting audiences through his unique blend of comedy and personal evolution. He has been a guest speaker at colleges, summits, and Fortune 500 conferences, including Agape International, GATE, Revelations, the Sun Valley Wellness Festival, Sedona World Wisdom Days, and the Longevity Now Conference. In addition to leading his own live events, he has spoken with renowned...

In this part 2 of So You Wanna Be a Podcaster, Jessica Kupferman shares how to get out of your own way and embrace the hustle that is podcast life. Plus, how the heck can we make money doing what we love? Jess shares her experience and expertise helping others monetize their business. Missed part 1 of So You Wanna Be a Podcaster with the unstoppable John Lee Dumas? Check it out HERE. As the co-founder of She Podcasts, Jessica Kupferman is the guru for women in the podcast world. The vision...

Fidget Spinners are making parents and teachers ca-razy But are they the end of the world or just a fun, harmless way to pass the time? Come on, it's not like it's bottle flipping or anything. Trump to End "Let Girls Learn," a program championed by former FLOTUS Michelle Obama. From CNN: The "Let Girls Learn" program, which she and President Barack Obama started in 2015 to facilitate educational opportunities for adolescent girls in developing countries, will cease operation immediately,...

In Part 1 of So You Wanna Be a Podcaster, John Lee Dumas, entrepreneur, author, and host of EOFire, shares his personal tips and tricks to help you become the next podcast success story. JLD's tips aren't just for budding podcasters but anyone who wants to take that first (or next) step toward entrepreneurship and living that life you've always dreamed of. *Show notes below include affiliate links. These provide a commission to us at no extra cost to you and are only provided to products and...

How do smart women pivot and relaunch their careers? Wendy Sachs was working her tail off among younger, cheaper colleagues when she heard those dreaded words. “You’re great, smart, creative... but we're reorganizing." While she was doing that hustle trying to stay relevant, she found herself over 40 and fired, panicked by what the future held. I felt like I was dead woman walking, conscious to always stay positive. I tried to walk out with my head up, not be bitter. That's when Wendy, an...

We can promise you've never heard a money conversation quite like this! Badass author Jen Sincero joins the broads for a chat that will leave you feeling fired up and ready to kick some serious butt and make serious cash! Jen Sincero is a #1 NY Times Bestselling author, success coach, and motivational speaker who spent more than a decade traveling the world helping people transform their lives and their bank accounts via her public appearances, private sessions, coaching seminars, and books,...