Earrings Off!
Earrings Off! is a podcast which seeks to provide information to listeners in an effort to improve lives. Earrings Off! will focus on lifestyle challenges which impact overall well-being and successful living. Earrings Off! Podcasts can be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.
Episodes
358 episodes
“Not a Joke: The Real Harm Behind WNBA Game Disruptions”
Sex toys thrown onto WNBA courts are not pranks; they’re acts of harassment that demean the athletes, disrupt the game, and send a dangerous message to young girls watching. In this week’s episode, Lou breaks down why these incidents matter, ho...
The Best Way Not to Get Left Behind
In this episode Teresa delivers the second entry in her AI series.AI is here, and I know a lot of everyday people are wondering:Am I going to be able to keep up?This episode is not about fear.It’s not about pre...
“When the Money Moves Faster Than Life: Real Talk for Real Families”
Money is moving faster than ever and families are feeling it. In this episode, Lou and Teresa get real about the economic pressure hitting Americans, especially Black communities. They break down the hard facts: rising unemployment, record high...
How to Improve Your Game Without Spending Hours Drilling
The Pickle Ball Queens are back with another episode!Love pickleball but don’t have hours to spend drilling? This episode is for you.In Episode 3 of our Pickleball Series, we’re talking about how recreational players can improve t...
“Coming Home Alive: Real Talk for Black Parents”
This follow up to our earlier Nolan Wells episode goes deeper into the conversations Black families are having behind closed doors, the ones shaped by fear, love, protection, and the reality of raising Black children in America. We’re breaking ...
After The Diagnosis...
In this episode of Earrings Off, Teresa and Lou talk about the emotional shock that comes after a diagnosis—and how quickly our minds can spiral into fear, Google searches, worst-case scenarios, and comparisons to other people’s storie...
"The Giraffe Principle: Why Risk, Compassion and Action Changes Everything"
This episode dives deep into what it truly means to stick your neck out for the common good. John Graham, leader of the Giraffe Heroes Project, shares powerful stories from dangerous places, hard decisions, and moments when doing nothing simply...
Stay Out of the ER: Pickleball Safety for Beginners
Pickleball is fun, social, and just a little addictive—but if you’re not careful, it can also send you straight to the sidelines. In this episode of Earrings Off, the Pickleball Queens are talking all things court safety with plenty of...
“When the Ground Never Stops Shaking: A Call for Truth for Nolan Wells”
Two African-American moms sit with grief, rage, and responsibility. This week we talk about the mysterious death of 18-year-old student-athlete Nolan Wells on Horn Island. This week’s episode asks a hard question: what do we owe the truth? If y...
Is AI Making Us Smarter...or Just More Efficient?
Is AI Making Us Smarter...or Just More Efficient?Artificial Intelligence is changing the way we work, create, and solve problems—but is it also changing the way we think?In this thought-provoking solo episode, I share my own journ...
“Full Heart, Quiet Day: A Tribute to Life’s Returning Light”
In this week’s episode Lou shares what it feels like when life finally gives you room to breathe again. About joy arriving after a long season of storms. About healing, gratitude, and the quiet moments that remind us we’re still here, still sta...
Headlines & Heartstrings: News That Made Us Think—and Smile
Sometimes the headlines leave us feeling overwhelmed. Other times, they remind us just how resilient, compassionate, and inspiring people can be. In this week's episode of Earrings Off, Lou and I each will bring: 📰 2 curren...
“Pickleball 101: Laughs, Lessons & Taking Up Space on the Court”
Two Black women over 60. One year of “I’m still learning and I lose a lot! (Lou)”. Four months of “I used to play tennis, so pickleball is my new jam! (Teresa)”. Together, we are The Pickleball Queens! In this debut episode, we’re announcing ou...
Sustainable Fashion Beyond Fabric: Designing for Longevity and Mindful Use
In this episode, we’re joined by Lacey Cadieux-McLean, founder and CEO of Rhubaia Ventures, to talk about sustainable fashion, hidden toxins in clothing, and how technology can help us make smarter wardrobe choices. From her journey as an IT pr...
“Unplugged & Unbothered: Stop Living in Digital Reaction Mode”
This week’s episode is one that’s been brewing for a while, partly because it’s common to most folks and partly because so many of us are quietly drowning in the same digital ocean. We are all in the same “storm.” A storm with constant notifica...
Wisdom and the Courage to Choose
In this episode...We’re joined by Stephanie Peirolo for a deeply moving conversation about:✨ trusting yourself✨ grief & healing✨ women’s intuition✨ honoring rest✨ making big life decisions“Sometimes healing...
It happened to Linda
Sexual Violence. There, we said it. Not a fun topic and one we would rather not discuss, even better if it didn’t exist. However, unfortunately it does exist and since the many victims of this horrific crime can’t ignore it, neither will we....
Real Talk with a Pediatrician: What You REALLY Need to Know
Parents—if you’ve ever spiraled after a late-night Google search or felt like you’re parenting without a village, this episode is for you. 🎧✨ This week on Earrings Off, we sit down with Dr. Tori Niemyns...
“Weathering Life’s Storms”
We would love to hear what you think of this week's episode. Please! Email us at info@earringsoff.com. This week on the show, we’re talking storms, not just the ones in the sky, but the ones that hit your life when y...
The Self-Care Solution: Conquering Muscle Aches Naturally
Ever feel tight, achy, or “stuck” after sitting all day—then wonder why stretching only helps for a minute? In this episode of Earrings Off, Lou and Teresa sit down with Julie Donnelly an internationally respected expert and sought-aft...
“Getting From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be”
This week’s guest, Stanley Bronstein is an attorney, CPA, life coach, and author. Stanley is living proof of what happens when you commit to the smallest steps with the biggest intention.Stanley lost over 200 pounds, not through shortcut...
From Headlines to Heart: What’s Been Sitting With Us Lately
Some stories you scroll past…And some stories stay with you.This week on Earrings Off, the hosts are talking about the ones that made them pause, reflect, and say… “let’s talk about it.”From what’s happening ...
“Single Parenting with Clarity, Confidence, and Community — with Pat Hankin”
This week Lou and Teresa are joined by Pat Hankin — business professional, parenting expert, and author of The Field Guide for Single Parents. With lived experience and insights shaped by an online community of over 470,000 p...
Finding Direction: Strategies for Growth and Self-Discovery
In this episode, we sit down with pathfinding coach and Bat Out of Hell founder, Hillary Spiritos—a woman who truly understands what it means to pivot with purpose. Hillary shares her journey from higher education and corporate life in...
"Joy is Medicine and We Are Your Prescription"
When we started Earrings Off! we committed to giving you what you need to feel better and be better. Call it intuition but we think you could use a good laugh. This week, we’re bringing pure joy, laughter, and ridiculousness. From wild news sto...
