Babbles Nonsense

Babbling About Ice Storms to Ice Shootings

#208: A winter storm might make us think about groceries, generators, and the warmth we take for granted—but the real shock lands when a life is taken on camera. We move from icy roads in the South to a deadly confrontation in Minnesota, where VA nurse Alex Peretti was shot while filming a protest. No music, no fluff, just a careful walk through what’s visible on multiple videos, what the law allows, and what ethics demand when power meets the public.We lay out the confirmed facts: legal concealed carry in a permit-friendly state, a licensed nurse who never drew his weapon, and a rapid escalation that ends with multiple shots fired into someone turned away with a phone in his hand. From there, we bring frontline experience into the conversation—hospital de-escalation training, the cues professionals are taught to read, and the higher standard we expect from officers trained to control risk without lethal force. The goal isn’t to inflame; it’s to clarify. When headlines muddy the picture with “wait for the facts,” we ask which facts actually matter and which talking points are designed to distract.This story doesn’t live in a vacuum. Communities of color have warned about similar encounters for years, often without the visibility that video brings. We connect the dots between policy and character, between what’s legal and what’s right, and between public outrage and the slow work of accountability. If you care about use of force, protest rights, ICE operations, VA standards, and what de-escalation should look like in practice, you’ll find a grounded, human-centered breakdown here.If the momentum after viral tragedies keeps fading, nothing changes. Listen, reflect, and bring your voice to the table. Subscribe, share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it, and leave a review with one action you’ll take to keep accountability alive.You can now send us a text to ask a question or review the show. We would love to hear from you! Support the showFollow me on social: https://www.instagram.com/babbles_nonsense/

Babbling about Adult ADHD, Burnout, And Big Decisions

#207: Ever feel like your brain is sprinting while your life asks for focus? That’s where we start—naming burnout, tracing the tiny clues of drifting attention, and sharing how therapy raised adult ADHD as a real possibility. I walk through a low-dose stimulant trial that did something unexpected: it slowed me down in the best way, made me more patient, and cut the constant urge to respond to every ping. Then came the catch—insomnia. We dig into immediate-release versus extended-release options, why bupropion is on the table, and the bigger question of whether multitasking actually helps or quietly drains you.From there, we shift to a decision I’ve wrestled with for years: breast implants. I lay out the full arc—saline first, silicone next, pain and displacement, and finally explant when my lifestyle and comfort mattered more than volume. Along the way, we separate breast implant illness concerns from my actual lab and hormone picture, talk through weight changes and training that reshaped how I feel in my body, and explore the tension between fitting clothes and choosing what truly fits me. No scare tactics, no clichés—just the real math of revisions, long-term risks, costs, and the reality that implants aren’t a one-time choice.If you’ve wrestled with looping thoughts, the stigma of controlled meds, or the pressure to alter your body to meet an external standard, this conversation is for you. We’re choosing clarity over chaos, function over performance, and decisions that serve today without forgetting tomorrow. Listen, share with a friend who needs it, and leave a review to tell me: where are you trading speed for peace—and is it worth it?You can now send us a text to ask a question or review the show. We would love to hear from you! Support the showFollow me on social: https://www.instagram.com/babbles_nonsense/

Swamped, Grateful, And Still Babbling

#206: Six years in and still rolling—today’s check-in is short, honest, and full of gratitude. After a week where work swallowed every break, I paused to celebrate the show’s milestone, admit the strain that almost kept me from recording, and share a story that made me laugh at the swirl of growing up and growing older.Between the milestone and the memories, I’m also naming what’s real—creative work needs rest. A past six-month hiatus taught me the cost of ignoring limits; this time, I’m choosing a quick breather so I can return with more intention. If you’re new, the back catalog is packed with favorites to explore. If you’ve been here for the long haul, thank you for every download, DM, and nudge to keep going. I want your fingerprints on what comes next: use the Q&A box in the show notes to send questions, topics, or episode ideas, and tell me which past conversations you want expanded.If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a nudge to try the “fancy” place anyway, and leave a review so more people can find us. Your notes shape what we make next—what should we dive into?You can now send us a text to ask a question or review the show. We would love to hear from you! Support the showFollow me on social: https://www.instagram.com/babbles_nonsense/

Babbling About Holiday Whirlwind And Cozy Upgrades

#205: The year starts with a swirl of twinkle lights, back roads, and choices about what comfort really looks like. We open up about juggling split holiday plans, laughing through Dirty Santa with Mal’s big-hearted family, and why a heated mattress pad seemed perfect until the fine print clashed with a Tempur-Pedic. That twist led to a smarter swap—a weighted blanket that actually helped insomnia—and a reminder to match products to how your body and your gear work.From a quiet New Year’s Eve that ended before midnight to a plate of black-eyed peas and greens with a friend and her newborn, the season became less about hype and more about rituals that stick. We talk about the strange whiplash of going from festive chaos to regular life, how to protect your energy after the rush, and why finishing the guest room and podcast studio still mattered even while a bigger house issue sits just offstage. Small upgrades, better lighting, chairs that fit the vibe—these choices make creative work and hosting easier right now.The heart of the episode belongs to Kricket, my twelve-year-old Chihuahua. We walk through her move from a grade two to a grade three heart murmur, what that means for small breeds, and how cardioprotective meds can delay congestive heart failure. We cover side effects to watch, what a post-play cough can signal, and how to balance caution with calm. If you’ve ever weighed the risks and rewards of pet care—or turned a gift fail into a life win—you’ll find practical takeaways and a lot of heart here.If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a cozy reset, and leave a quick review to help more listeners find us. Your notes and stories keep this community warm.You can now send us a text to ask a question or review the show. We would love to hear from you! Support the showFollow me on social: https://www.instagram.com/babbles_nonsense/

Babbling About Five Shifts For A Sustainable 2026 w/ Meenu

#204: Forget the January hype cycle. We’re building a year that actually works by changing how we decide, not how much we do. Together we unpack five practical shifts that outlast resolutions: setting value-based goals, self-regulating before outsourcing decisions, reflective journaling to track growth, taking messy action, and enforcing boundaries that protect energy. If you’re tired of starting strong and fading by February, this is your blueprint for consistency that feels human and sustainable.We start with the truth about why resolutions fail—dopamine drops, all-or-nothing plans, and goals that never fit your life. Then we pivot to identity: “Who am I becoming?” beats “What should I do?” That lens turns health into simple, repeatable behaviors you can mix and match—short walks, whole foods, hydration—without the shame loop. We address weight myths head-on, highlighting the role of mindset, hormones, and nutrition, and why chasing a number without inner work leaves you empty.From there, we get tactical. Learn how to sit with discomfort using tools like breathwork, tapping, or a brisk walk so you can hear yourself before polling friends. Try a monthly reflective journal to record wins, lessons, and next experiments; it’s a faster feedback loop than waiting for December to “audit” your year. And if perfection keeps you stuck, we show you how to lower the bar: two minutes of meditation, five minutes of movement, and simple first steps that build momentum. To protect that momentum, we rework boundaries—say no to what drains you, or if you’re a default no, practice brave yeses that stretch you without burning you out.You’ll leave with a clear, story-driven plan you can start today: identity-led goals, small consistent actions, and emotional skills that make progress inevitable. If you found this helpful, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a reset, and leave a quick review to help more listeners find us. Your best year gets built one aligned choice at a time—what’s your first small step?You can now send us a text to ask a question or review the show. We would love to hear from you! Follow me on social: https://www.instagram.com/babbles_nonsense/