This Virgo Life
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
A Virgo Reacts to Her Favorite Albums of All Time
25 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This Virgo’s life has been lifing, so this week we have a laid back episode of This Virgo Life. This is a fun episode where we take a trip down memo...
Social Work for Introverts, Taking Care of Someone with Mental Illness, Teacher’s Braids Controversy
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are covering a lot this week! We are talking oversharing coworkers, being an introverted social worker, more thoughts on the teacher who was fired ...
Can White People Comment on Hip Hop?
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of This Virgo Life, I ask the hard questions…Can White People Comment on Hip Hop. I have a special guest who tackles this question w...
A Virgo Reacts to Motherhood, Being Called Racial Slurs, and I listened to Taylor Swift’s New Album
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we delve into the tumultuous world of raising strong-willed children and the STRUGGLE that ensues. I share a Story from the ED in whic...
Triggered by Trump, Does Trump support Diversity Efforts, and My Random Thoughts of the Week.
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncover the truth behind Donald Trump's DEI contradictions, explore why seeing people support Trump is triggering, and delve into the paradox of low m...
I’m Back! Too Much vs. Too Little and Tips for Those Considering Going Back to School
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve been gone a long time, but I’m back! In this episode I will catch you up on where I’ve been. You will hear my reaction and thoughts to Aman...
The Struggle of Being an Introverted, Enneagram 5, Virgo Mom
28 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode I take a dive into more personal topics. I discuss the challenges of being a mom who requires more me-time than most. Being an introve...
Graduation Update and The Need for Community Care
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm officially a social worker! This week we discuss my hooding ceremony, graduation, and my much-needed hiatus from social media. I'm possibl...
Transgender Rights and Gender-Affirming Care
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
New Name, Who Dis? Yes, the podcast formerly known as Aspiring Black Social Worker has a new name. We are now This Virgo Life, and I give a brief expl...
The Mental Health Fallout of Police Brutality Videos: An Urgent Discussion
29 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of the Aspiring Black Social Worker podcast, we address the pressing issue of police brutality and its impact on the mental h...
Internalized Misogyny, Internalized Racism, and Internalized White Supremacy
02 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this impactful episode of the Aspiring Black Social Worker podcast, we tackle the complex and often ignored issue of internalized oppression. Our h...
Finale: Ashley’s Story of an Abusive Supervisor
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is the last episode in the three part miniseries where I am discussing abusive supervisors and toxic work environments. You will hear from Ashley...
Part 2: Abusive Supervisor Interview: Melissa’s Story
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In Part 2 of the miniseries on abusive supervisors you will hear my very first podcast interview! I interview a social worker about her experiences wi...
Part 1: Toxic Workplaces and Abusive Supervisors
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the special edition episode of the ABSW podcast, we are taking a true deep dive into toxic workplaces and abusive supervisors. We are looking at ab...
Stop Using The Bible to Mask Homophobia
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I have some things to get off of my chest. I take a slight deep-dive into the Bible and discuss my views on homosexuality.
I quit my toxic internship, self-reflection on Kanye
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this must-listen episode of the Aspiring Black Social Worker podcast, we tackle the timely issue of quitting a toxic work environment and the power...
Does Music Impact Our Behaviors and Strengthening the Therapeutic Relationship
02 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we ask the hard-hitting questions, like if you could only pick 5 albums to listen to for the rest of your life what would you choose? ...
Weed Addiction, Internalized Racism, and Social Work Exams
07 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I discuss the rising addiction rates to marijuana and how to know if someone is addicted to weed. I also discuss Black people othering...
Sexual Harassment and Abortion Send the Same Message
31 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we take a deep dive into teenage sexual harassment and how common it is. We also take a look at how the overturning of Roe v Wade send...
Black People Bathe
24 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I dive into some research around the cleanliness of Black people and possible reasons Black people taking cleanliness seriously. I als...
Stop Pushing Folks Out of the Community
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I discuss the constant correction the Black community gives its members who don’t necessarily subscribe to what is considered the no...
Is it our language that’s keeping us oppressed?
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I discuss the possibility that the words we use to describe various communities be the reason we are still striving for equality. I al...
Social Construction and Code Switching
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This aspiring social worker is tired of people this week! I am discussing how the social construction of professionalism manifests as code switching. ...
Mental Health, Antonio Brown, and Mass Shooters
23 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I ponder why our society uses mental health as an excuse when people do things we don’t understand or have bad behavior. I also talk...
Is Self-Determination Always the Best Course of Action?
16 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is the introductory episode of Aspiring Black Social Worker. In this episode I do a brief introduction of myself and then we jump right into it. ...