🎙️ Ep. 14 – “Can You Plan for Parenthood Without Losing Your Mind…or Coins??”

Welcome to part one of our three-part series on all things pregnancy, fertility, and family planning—baby making looks a lot different in 2025!

In this episode, Alyzza and Lorryn dive into the chaos and curiosity that comes with fertility journeys and the many options we now have to conceive. From IVF sticker shock, to discovering which path to parenthood is most aligned with your values and priorities, we’re breaking down the mess and magic of becoming a mother—or just thinking about it.

💥 Plus, we’re joined by special guest Monica Matta, founder of Conceivable Reproductive, who shares her own fertility journey and how she created an affordable path for women looking to freeze their eggs or seek IVF—without going broke. Sis said save 70% by going global and keep your peace.

🎧 Inside this episode:

– How TikTok lists of pregnancy horrors became our new sex ed

– The truth about egg freezing, IVF, and baby-making on your timeline

– Why curiosity and information are a form of self-care

– And the reality of pursuing parenthood while the world is… giving apocalypse 😩

✨ Whether you’re baby-curious, baby-ready, or baby-not today, this one’s for you.

👂🏾 Tap in, laugh with us, learn something new—and share with a friend who needs to hear it.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 - Welcome

6:16 - Glow & Grow

20:12 - Whew Girl, What is Going On?

37:45 - I LOVE MEN!

46:28 - Bridges & Breakdowns

1:35:26 - P.S.

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What does civic engagement look like today—and how do we show up without burning out?

In this episode, Alyzza and Lorryn are talking about what it means to be an active member of your community in 2025. From voting and volunteering to brunch PSAs and block cleanups, civic duty is getting a remix. Plus, we sit down with Councilman Miguel Jones to unpack the difference between gentrification and reinvestment, why local politics hits hardest, and how we all have a role to play—whether you're organizing town halls or just picking up trash on your block.

Also in the mix: – Our take on the NYC mayoral primary & Gen Z’s power at the polls – A PSA for the YNs doing too much on a Monday – And yes, a little Meg Thee Stallion praise session 🐎🔥

💬 What does showing up for your community look like in your life? Hit that subscribe button and tap in.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 - Welcome

3:57 - Glow & Grow

15:18 - Whew Girl, What is Going On?

31:20 - I LOVE MEN!

32:34 - Bridges & Breakdowns

1:39:35 - P.S.

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Email us at: bridgesNbreakdowns@gmail.com

🎙️ Episode 12: “What’s Love Got to Do with It?

Welcome back, B&B fam! This episode is an eeeeeemotional roller-coaster! *sung in the key of Vivian Green* Alyzza and Lorryn are breaking down what happens when power is abused, whether in love, law, or the public eye.

We’re talking about:

🚨 Abuse, coercion, and the courage to leave—featuring a powerful convo with a legal eagle specializing in gender-based violence

💔 How to protect yourself (and your peace) through breakups, custody issues, and knowing the signs of emotional, financial, and physical abuse

🧨 Messy headlines and power trips: F.A.N.s on trial and the terrifyingly unserious government

It’s funny. It’s raw. It’s unfiltered. And as always, we’re laughing through the pain —because we’re hard body and built for this!

Tap in with us as we discuss how to leave relationships that no longer serve you while ensuring that you remain whole, stay safe, and recognize the signs so you don’t have to repeat the same lessons over and over again.

🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts or watch the full episode on YouTube!

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Chapters

Welcome - 00:00

Glow & Grow - 2:26

Whew Girl, What is Going On? - 20:30

I LOVE MEN! -54:42

Bridges & Breakdowns - 59:46

PS - 2:05:08

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Email us at: bridgesNbreakdowns@gmail.com