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Berbacia joins Madge for a tell all.
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Yeast Radio Show Notes – Episode #1657
Host: Madge Weinstein
Special Guest: Berbacia Clemons
Episode Title: YR1647 No More Hugs
Episode Overview:
In this special episode, Madge Weinstein reflects on nearly two decades of podcasting with her longtime friend and recurring guest, Berbacia Clemons. Together, they dive into a variety of topics ranging from current events to personal struggles and the nature of creativity.
Highlights & Key Topics:
1. BBC Interview on Hamas (5:30-20:00)
• Madge shares and discusses segments from an October 3rd BBC interview with Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya. She addresses the complexities and controversies of giving platforms to political figures and delves into the issues of occupation, violence, and media representation.
2. Personal Reflections on Podcasting (20:01-32:00)
• Madge reflects on her 20-year podcasting journey, sharing her feelings of disconnection from the audience and questioning her future in the medium. She discusses the changes in audience engagement, the impact of social media, and her sense of disillusionment with the state of podcasting.
3. Chat with Berbacia Clemons (32:01-1:55:00)
• Berbacia joins the conversation, bringing humor and camaraderie to the discussion. Together, they talk about:
• TV and Film: From discussing the Empire TV show to breaking down what makes a good actor, Madge and Berbacia analyze various characters, actors, and the art of acting.
• Living with Cancer: Berbacia opens up about her diagnosis, her journey through the healthcare system, and the alternative therapies she has pursued. She discusses meditation, diet changes, and the power of mind-body healing practices.
• Physical Therapy & Recovery: Berbacia provides updates on her physical therapy journey and how she’s coping with paraplegia. She shares insights on her mental and physical resilience, revealing the challenges and successes she’s encountered.
• Future Projects: Berbacia mentions her interest in possibly sharing her story further, hinting at a TikTok journey to document her experiences with health, healing, and living authentically.
4. Social Commentary & Personal Struggles (1:55:01-End)
• The conversation takes a turn toward societal topics, including the current state of American politics, the power of social media, and Madge’s opinions on the importance of civic education. She calls out the challenges of finding authentic voices in an era of oversaturation and the frustrations of algorithms controlling reach and influence.
Noteworthy Quotes:
• “I feel like I’m just talking to myself sometimes.” – Madge on the evolution of podcasting and audience engagement.
• “There are spirits that are allowed to come in when we have negativity. That’s an opening for illness.” – Berbacia discussing the role of mind-body connection in healing.
• “I used to be able to spread my ideas. Now, I’m just a nobody.” – Madge on the impact of social media on individual voices.
Closing Remarks:
Madge ends the episode by contemplating the future of Yeast Radio. She expresses gratitude for her loyal listeners and leaves the door open for audience interaction, inviting feedback and engagement as she considers her next steps. The show concludes with a humorous yet heartfelt sign-off, reminding listeners of the deep bond shared between Madge and Berbacia.
Tune in to this episode for a mix of humor, reflection, and candid discussions on health, media, and the world at large.
15 replies on “YR1647 No More Hugs”
I would be sad if you stopped. All I ask is that if you do quit, please do one last show knowing you’re done. I don’t want to keep hoping something more is coming.
Listening since 2004. All the other shows I listened to from back then are gone. Would be sad to lose Yeast Radio, too.
The cancer diagnosis was heart breaking. Hopefully there will be a full recovery including the arthritis. If you do decide to stop please give us closure and not podfade. At least you went past 100 episodes, better than a certain troll.
Love listening to you maydge squish sound
I think you need to try more michael barbaro ACTIVE LISTENING noises in the middle of every sentence
I acuntually removed all the active listening words (there were almost 1000 in this grum) using Descript, but I should have left them in.
Want you to know that you’re heard and that you’re appreciated. I’ve been here since almost the beginning. I think the first episode I heard was recorded as you battled with dog turds and a carpet cleaner. I would assume there are many like me, lurking and listening. Thank you for all the hours of company.
Madge please don’t stop podcasting, those of us who still listen would miss you. The Berbacia interview on this show was infuriating however , I had to turn it off at some point and come back to it. Believing psychics over physicians is never a good idea. Most likely the reason his PSA came down is due to the radiation therapy, not mushrooms or meditations.
Check out Dr. Joe Dispenza on YouTube- 100s of full recovery testimonies.
Oh Madge, I still have the ipod shuffle that you gave me back in 2005. 🙂
that’s amazing. You won it right? for what?
Madge!
This was a strange and fascinating conversation! Also, I just saw your post that you’re going to talk to Auntie Vera Charles!! I cannot wait to listen! I hate to sound like an old person but I crave the characters you’ve included throughout the years and dream of reunion grums regularly! Also, prank calls are definitely still a thing! I can stop exclaiming!
Never retire, please! Make more remixes! Bring in your sound boards! Always to the left! In my twitter sheet! How did they fill you with feces?! More lezbeans!
Longtime listenturd,
YeastOnMePopcorn
Do you realize that this is work, right? Work that I don’t get compensated for and hardly get acknowledged for.
you do the lord god’s god work. never stop.
I still love you & yer grum u big dyke.
Keep grummin & I will grummarck for ya.