In this episode, we sit with the weight of gun violence, reflect on the legacy of an iconic figure in film, and explore what it means to connect with strangers when grief feels especially close during the holidays. Through quiet moments, unexpected conversations, and shared humanity, this episode asks who we become when the world feels heavy and how compassion can still find its way through.

The Rich Spinster addresses the controversies surrounding this administration, poses questions for parents, explores the trend of going no contact with one's family, and expresses her love of an amazing new snack!

From the Epstein files to Mamdani at the White House, the world is chaotic, and the Rich Spinster has much to say about it.

RELEASE THE FILES!

If you remember nothing else from this podcast, remember this: turkey is BS.

Thoughts on the political shellacking that happened last night.

This week, Alexis addresses the alarming reality that millions of people in this country are at risk of losing their public assistance. This situation raises important questions about how our society values individuals who are living in poverty. A wage of $7.25 may reflect a person's earnings, but it does not define their value. As a nation, we must strive to do better for one another, America.

Alexis was inspired by the recent protests over the weekend, moved by a recent interview about mental health, and completely fried by her niece.

This week, Alexis marvels at Kamala's clapbacks, discusses the loss of her aunt, and lightens the mood by reminiscing about 90s Black cinema.

After taking a break last week, Alexis is catching up on current events, Twitter feuds, Kamala Harris' book, the power of words, and her plans to cosplay as a Boriqua during the Super Bowl Halftime Show.

This has been a challenging time for me, and I know I’m not alone in feeling this way. With the current political climate and having to cancel my Disney+ subscription, I’ve been exhausted lately. However, there have also been moments of joy and gratitude.

Today is Alexis's birthday, and she is radiating strong Virgo energy. To celebrate, she has put together a list of 50 things she plans to experience before her next birthday. It’s going to be quite a journey! Come along for the ride!

Alexis delves into the complexities of forging relationships with other Black women, the importance of these relationships, and the need for Black women to receive love and support from one another.

In this episode, Alexis discusses the defunding of PBS and the impact of its programming on those of her generation. Alexis attributes everything she embodies to collard greens, cornbread and Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.

Alexis reflects on the powerful influence of The Golden Girls, and how the show helped to shape her outlook on aging.

Alexis doesn't believe that she has irrational fears, because to her they are in fact, rational. In this week's episode, she discusses the things that scare her.

Alexis talks about the value and role of intuition in her life and the spiritual nonpractice of forgiveness.

This week, Alexis shares how the music of Bruno Mars carries her through flights, her love for Barbra Streisand, the struggle of misophonia, thoughts on public tantrums , and other musings.

Losing Malcolm-Jamal Warner has led me to reflect on the fragility of life and the importance of living it fully. 

I may not be nice, but I am kind.