Sorry, I’m on Break is a podcast dedicated to giving ourselves, and you, permission to take the breaks you need! We’re on break--and we hope you are too!
Who else is "so tired of being so tired?" Wake your spirit up with our first episode focused entirely on good news, acts of kindness, and reminders that hope is still alive (and thriving)! There's s…
An update on the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Org. case! Tune into the second part of this serious conversation about abortion from last season. Learn about the current state of abortion laws, mal…
Spend some "intentional protected time" with Sorry, I'm on Break hosts Lena and Carlie Jones! In this Season 4 opener you'll get caught up on how the hosts spent their break, what SIOB means, and whe…
Did bell hooks write and profess so Issa Rae could produce and direct? Let's pay tribute to the life of bell hooks, and analyze how Insecure (from HBO) wove hooks legacy into the series. Tune into a…
It's time to have a serious conversation about abortion. Listen to the herstory of women protecting their reproductive health, the evolution of a woman's right to choose, the current state of abortio…
Explore major I issues in the way our mass incarceration system interacts with minors, what reforms exist currently, and what we can do to support the effort to actually rehabilitate our youths and h…
What are the consequences of apathy and self-centeredness trending in the midst of a multi-year global pandemic? Labor and supply shortages! After discussing the current landscape for workers, we shi…
Lena and Carlie explore "the art of empathy," a concept from Markesha Tatum's debut self-published book The Detailz in Retail(2016), as it pertains to the service industry. Learn a bit about the evol…
Take a break with us to learn about protections for victims of child abuse in America, in this continued discussion on how American courts value empathy and emotional well-being. Learn about the rece…
Take a break with us as we dive into the current state of protections for victims of discrimination in America. Explore the boundaries of how American courts value empathy and emotional well-being, a…
We missed you! Learn how co-hosts Lena and Carlie were using their breaks, and why they think taking a break is so important. Listen to Lena and Carlie share life updates and go through a high-level …
Times of growth and self-discovery are painful. Change is constant, and time never fully stops - - not even in the wild. But, fuzzy socks from Target and sunshine breathing also exist. So, the journe…
We're reunited and it feels so good! Strap into another episode full of laughs, love, and light with the hosts of Sorry, I'm on Break, Lena and Carlie. Listen to these sisters talk about the unique r…
The founders of Sorry, I'm on Break are back! Laugh with Lena and Carlie as they unpack the strength behind sibling relationships. In part one of this two-part episode, Carlie and Lena explore changi…
Parenting is all about learning, listening, and growing. But, are the fundamentals of parenting the same for families that are distant from one another? Tune into Troy's perspective on fatherhood. He…
In a society that hyper-romanticizes substance use, how do you recognize when your usage has transformed into an addiction? What is a "slippery slope" and when is it time to ask for help? Listen to s…
Marriage is about sticking together through the good, the bad, and the ugly. It’s about growth! But what if you and your partner need time as individuals who can be happier and healthier as a result …
How do you define consent and ensure you’re having healthy, fun, and pleasurable sex? Prepare for #SAAM early! Tune in for our season one finale to learn about the sociopolitical underpinnings suppor…
How do different cultures treat the animals they see as food? Are there humane and sustainable ways to be an omnivore? What is the difference between inhumane animal captivity and raising rescue farm…
We're bringing your fur friend the treats they never knew they always wanted! On break today, you’ll get to meet Janet, founder of Finley & Friends vegan pet treats, and chill with us as we discuss a…