Being the Black Sheep
Summary:
Being the Black Sheep is a bold, unapologetic podcast hosted by Janine Stella—self-proclaimed misfit and truth-teller—created for those who’ve always felt like outsiders. It’s a space for fellow black sheep to share the wild, awkward, and unfiltered stories that come from living life on your own terms. With humor, heart, and a little swagger, Janine dives into family drama, questionable choices, and what it really means to embrace your “difficult” personality. Featuring real stories and expert insights, this show is for anyone who’s ever felt misunderstood. If you've been the topic of conversation more than part of it—welcome home. Let’s ruffle some feathers.
Episodes
10 episodes
Ep. 9 - Silence of the Lambs: When the Black Sheep Finally Speaks Up!
Let’s be real — speaking up for yourself shouldn’t feel like a crime scene, but somehow it does. One minute you’re calm, cool, and collected, and the next minute you’re “too much,” “aggressive,” or “not a team player.” But here’s the truth: sil...
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9:44
Ep. 8 - Sheep Are Gay Too — Raised by a Rainbow Flock with Expensive Habits
Growing up in a rainbow household meant my family looked nothing like anyone else’s — I had a lesbian mom, a bisexual (okay, mostly gay) dad, and a childhood that could’ve been its own sitcom. The PTA wasn’t ready for us, and neither was my ban...
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18:25
Ep . 7- Baa-d Boundaries: Why the Herd Hates When You Say No
Newsflash: the minute a Black Sheep stops playing nice, the flock starts bleating. This episode dives into why boundaries are the ultimate rebellion, how to say no without guilt, and why your fleece pajamas and peace of mind are worth more than...
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11:03
Ep. 6 - Dating as a Black Sheep: Flock Around and Find Out
Dating as a Black Sheep isn’t romantic—it’s survival with cocktails. One minute you think you’ve met “the one,” the next you realize you’ve trauma-bonded with a walking red flag in skinny jeans. The herd calls it chaos. We call it Tuesday.<...
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16:01
Ep. 5 - Flocked Up Families: When the Black Sheep Burns the Pasture!
Family isn’t always warm hugs and Sunday dinners. Sometimes it’s blame, favoritism, or that aunt with boxed wine breath telling you you’ll “never measure up.” In this raw episode of Being the Black Sheep, Janine Stella teams up with tr...
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31:12
Ep. 4 - Baaa-dass Rebels: History’s Favorite Trouble-Makers
Some sheep follow the herd… and then there are the ones who set the pasture on fire. In this episode of Being the Black Sheep, Janine Stella dives into the rebels who flipped history on its head—mythical misfits like Prometheus and Lok...
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11:14
Ep. 3 - Holy Baaa-nishment: Breaking From the Flock
What happens when your faith decides you’re no longer fit for the flock? In this episode of Being the Black Sheep, Janine Stella unpacks the wild, heartbreaking, and often absurd ways religious communities have given the ultimate cold ...
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23:32
Ep. 2 - Sheep Don’t Drink Chardonnay
Ever been the one in the office who doesn’t fake-laugh at the CEO’s lame jokes or join in the gossip just to fit in? Welcome to the club. In this episode of Being the Black Sheep, I share my own wild ride through corporate hell—...
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19:34