<![CDATA[Talking Shoppe with Deming-Rivers Social Club]]> https://www.drsocialclub.com/ The best ideas don’t happen in a high-pressure boardroom; they happen during the post-work exhale, over a scoop of ice cream, when you finally feel safe enough to say the truth.

Welcome to Talking Shoppe, the official podcast of the Deming-Rivers Social Club (DRSC). We’re Dr. Essence and Dr. Emily—licensed psychologists, wives, and organizational culture consultants. It didn't take us long in the clinical world before we recognized that a lot of what gets labeled as an individual “mental health” problem is actually a systemic culture problem. You shouldn’t need a year of therapy just to recover from your 9-to-5.

This is what happens when two psychologists stop talking shop and start Talking Shoppe.

At DRSC, we believe psychological safety shouldn't be seen as the "cherry on top" for an organization. It’s the base layer that keeps the whole system from melting. In each episode, we’re moving the conversation from the therapist’s couch to the ice cream shoppe to deconstruct the "messy middle" of human services. We’re diving into the systemic cost of burnout, the identity work that actually matters, and the reality TV drama of office politics.

We don’t do corporate filler or vague wellness talk. We provide grounded, unpolished, and sometimes slightly unhinged psychological insights for anyone holding up the community. Whether you’re a nonprofit executive facing the "Founder’s Trap," a manager stuck in the impossible middle, or just someone exhausted by being in survival mode, Talking Shoppe is your space to chill, chat, and finally exhale.

Pull up a chair, grab a scoop, and let’s talk some shoppe!

]]> RSS.com 2026.817.133114 Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:58:56 GMT en 3976c9de-6971-5b8c-b970-59e37d607410 https://media.rss.com/talking-shoppe-with-deming-rivers-social-club/20260402_110428_ae80e6e26685af18f485fe1da08f1fcf.png Talking Shoppe with Deming-Rivers Social Club https://www.drsocialclub.com/ yes Essence Deming-Rivers Deming-Rivers Social Club Deming-Rivers Social Club true episodic ff5b2a00-31f1-11f1-b072-25742b6a31ed podcast false <![CDATA[The Truth About What Your Organization Can Really Handle]]> Essence and Emily open the episode with their recurring game, Work Wife, Work Overlord, and Work Nemesis. They then shift into a thoughtful conversation about capacity, expectations, and how organizations often ask for more than their people can realistically give. The episode centers on a simple but important idea: sustainable work depends on understanding capacity honestly, whether that means personal energy, team workload, or the systems that support both. Spoon theory and the idea of a “personal battery” are used to make the conversation practical, with the hosts emphasizing that capacity changes from day to day and that curiosity is a better starting point than judgment when assessing what someone can do. The episode's main theme: the gap between ambition and actual capacity. Essence and Emily talk about how organizations frequently set goals that outpace the resources, attention, and infrastructure available to the people expected to carry them out. They distinguish between dreaming and logistics, arguing that both need space and that realistic planning requires more than just enthusiasm. A recurring point is that capacity should be understood at several levels at once: individual energy, team workload, and organizational support structures. They also stress that overextension is rarely about laziness. More often, it comes from care, responsibility, and the pressure to serve others well. Spoon theory becomes the episode’s clearest framework for talking about all of this. The hosts use it to explain how people allocate limited units of energy across a day, and why it is a mistake to assume anyone begins with a full tank. Sleep, chronic conditions, stress, stimulation, and life demands all affect how much someone actually has available. That idea carries into the organizational discussion, where they push back on the assumption that unmet goals mean people simply did not try hard enough. Instead, they argue for better systems, clearer expectations, automation where possible, and support layers that keep individuals from having to compensate for structural gaps. They close out their episode with their Weekly R.E.P.O.R.T.

00:00 - Getting ready, planning events, and launching the episode

03:01 - Choosing the Six wives for Work Wife, Work Overlord, Work Nemesis

11:24 - How the episode pivots into capacity and systems

15:15 - The core problem with ambition that outpaces capacity

18:38 - Why having two distinct meetings may be better than one

20:02 - Defining capacity with spoon theory

21:57 - What capacity means at the individual level

24:48 - Why capacity changes day to day

28:16 - Different ways of teaching self-assessment

30:28 - Understimulation and overstimulation both matter

32:53 - Why people assume work and home capacity separate cleanly

35:42 - The gap between organizational goals and real staff capacity

41:25 - Automations and workflows that reduce load

42:23 - Challenging the assumption that people are not trying hard enough

46:26 - First step advice for assessing capacity

48:48 - Personal battery and noticing what recharges you

49:40 - Why curiosity is the best starting point

50:09 - Weekly R.E.P.O.R.T.

53:32 - Byeeee

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/talking-shoppe-with-deming-rivers-social-club/3074811 c840e5ef-0667-4d09-916f-d6919441ee40 2919 full 15 15 Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:58:54 GMT false false Sarasota County, Florida, USA <![CDATA[Why the Best Systems Are Built on the Worst Day Possible]]> After a brief catch-up on their hiatus, coffee runs, and a very important dog-toy debate, Essence and Emily dig into what makes a system genuinely useful. Using their storm-day routine for helping Montie manage anxiety as a starting point, they explore why the best systems are collaborative, adaptable, and built around the people who actually have to use them. They unpack the difference between a process that merely looks organized and one that actually reduces stress and decision-making in the moment. From workplace handoffs and onboarding to ADHD-friendly planning and crisis protocols, the conversation centers on designing systems for real life—not an idealized version of it. They also make the case for involving the people closest to the work, keeping instructions clear without making them overwhelming, and regularly reviewing what is and isn’t working. Then, in their weekly R.E.P.O.R.T., they share recent reads, favorite food finds, a Disney day, screen-free downtime, community involvement, and a few ways they’re treating themselves this week.

Timestamps

  • 00:00— Welcome back: hiatus updates, busy season, and choosing quality over consistency for its own sake
  • 03:52— Work Wife, Work Nemesis, Work Overlord: New York Times games and Monty’s favorite toys
  • 09:26— Why thunderstorms led to a conversation about systems
  • 17:51— Why the routine matters
  • 26:27— Why one-size-fits-all planning systems often fail
  • 32:18— The two questions every system should answer
  • 36:37— Designing systems for the “worst version” of yourself
  • 42:34— The difference between being detailed and being unnecessarily complex
  • 47:26— Rolling out change with context, communication, and buy-in
  • 49:39— Weekly R.E.P.O.R.T. begins
  • 50:10— Reading
  • 54:47— Eating
  • 61:44— Playing
  • 64:27— Obsessing
  • 67:46— Recommending
  • 70:38— Treating themselves
]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/talking-shoppe-with-deming-rivers-social-club/3061660 73bf3637-e38c-4415-9ebf-6622212438af 4280 full 14 14 Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:23:23 GMT false false Sarasota County, Florida, USA <![CDATA[The Art of Giving Feedback People Actually Want to Listen to]]> In this lively episode, the hosts share their excitement about podcasting, discuss their recent engagement with the World Cup final , and reflect on community initiatives like the By Nothing project. They also celebrate National Ice Cream Day with a fun game where they assign ice cream flavors to roles in their work life, leading to humorous and insightful discussions about personal preferences and memories associated with ice cream trucks. In this conversation, the hosts explore various themes surrounding ice cream traditions, the dynamics of therapy conversations, and the complexities of relationships. They discuss the challenges of receiving and giving feedback, the role of shame in interpersonal conflicts, and the importance of creating a safe environment for open communication. The conversation emphasizes the need for emotional intelligence and self-awareness in navigating personal and professional relationships. This conversation delves into the complexities of feedback in various contexts, particularly in workplace settings. It explores the technical challenges faced during recording, the emotional weight of feedback within hierarchical structures, and the importance of understanding core beliefs when receiving feedback. The discussion emphasizes the need for constructive feedback that is clear and actionable, while also addressing the psychological safety required for effective communication. Additionally, it highlights the differences between divergent and convergent thinking styles in processing feedback. In this conversation, the speakers explore the complexities of feedback dynamics, emphasizing the importance of psychological safety and the need for effective communication in organizational settings. They discuss the differences between divergent and convergent thinking styles, the role of informal feedback, and the necessity of creating a culture where feedback can be given and received constructively. The conversation also touches on the themes of accountability, redemption, and civic responsibility, particularly in the context of voter education and engagement.

Time Stamps

  • 00:00 Podcast intro
  • 00:06 Welcome, World Cup, and community finds
  • 02:42 Work Wife, Work Overlord, Work Nemesis: Ice Cream Edition
  • 14:06 Why feedback can become defensive
  • 16:36 Shame, impulsivity, and accountability
  • 18:18 Using emotion and logic to receive feedback
  • 20:37 Creating a healthier feedback culture
  • 22:18 How to give feedback constructively
  • 28:18 Feedback preferences and the “manual of me”
  • 29:38 Building team trust before giving feedback
  • 31:16 Focus on behavior, not personal judgment
  • 38:41 Different thinking styles at work
  • 40:06 Peer feedback and workplace hierarchy
  • 43:35 Psychological safety as the foundation
  • 45:53 Weekly R.E.P.O.R.T
]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/talking-shoppe-with-deming-rivers-social-club/3010908 4af2c465-d912-4b1f-b427-0401fabce31b 3658 full 13 13 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 22:37:38 GMT true false Sarasota County, Florida, USA <![CDATA[What the World Cup Taught Us About Culture, Connection, and Community]]> Summary

In this episode of Talking Shop, hosts Emily and Essence engage in a lively discussion that begins with a fun game involving characters from Toy Story, exploring their roles as work archetypes. They then transition into a broader conversation about cultural observations stemming from the ongoing World Cup, highlighting the joy of cultural immersion and the complexities of navigating cultural differences in workplaces. The discussion delves into the impact of privilege on perception, the tension between efficiency and individuality in work systems, and the importance of feedback and community in fostering a positive work environment. In this conversation, Emily and Essence explore the themes of personal investment in work, the role of passion and feedback, the importance of disruptors in innovation, and the significance of understanding different motivations in relationships. They emphasize the need for open conversations and finding common ground to foster better connections in both personal and professional settings. The discussion also touches on the importance of treating oneself and enjoying life, culminating in a light-hearted weekly R.E.P.O.R.T.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Game Setup

02:55 Work Wife, Work Overlord, and Work Nemesis

06:00 Observations from the World Cup

08:53 Navigating Cultural Differences in Workplaces

11:59 The Impact of Privilege on Perception

14:49 Efficiency vs. Individuality in Work Systems

17:59 Feedback and Community in Work Environments

20:15 The Personal Investment in Work 23:02 The Role of Passion and Feedback

25:31 Disruptors and Innovation

27:23 Finding Common Ground

29:30 Understanding Different Whys

32:04 The Importance of Conversations

34:46 Weekly R.E.P.O.R.T.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/talking-shoppe-with-deming-rivers-social-club/2985745 95fd5163-7824-477c-8e64-b7386092e67b 2306 full 12 12 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:16:27 GMT false false Sarasota County, Florida, USA <![CDATA[The Hidden Barrier That Stops Organizations From Making Real Impact]]> In this episode, Emily and Essence explore the delicate balance between prevention and intervention in addressing complex social problems like homelessness. They discuss how organizations can shift from reactive support to proactive solutions, emphasizing the importance of diverse perspectives and systemic understanding.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro and Pride reflections

01:07 - Work Wife, Work Overlord, and Work Nemesis

09:00 - Discussing the focus on post-crisis support in community meetings

10:41 - Framing the problem around systemic solutions

13:05 - Systemic support versus preventative measures in addressing social issues

16:36 - Balancing immediate intervention with systemic prevention efforts

17:41 - The importance of addressing root causes before crisis occurs

19:10 - Strategies for understanding contributing factors to social problems

23:14 - The interconnectedness of social issues and comprehensive solutions

26:08 - The necessity of cross-sector communication and data sharing

27:34 - The danger of institutional inertia and resisting new research

28:15 - Leadership traits vital for supporting prevention and intervention efforts

30:55 - The importance of diversity of thought and psychological safety in teams

36:20 - How to integrate minority and marginalized voices in decision-making

37:17 - Navigating bureaucratic red tape through outside insights and systemic change

37:32 Wrap up and Weekly R.E.P.O.R.T

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/talking-shoppe-with-deming-rivers-social-club/2952674 ef97889f-c117-4c33-bfa3-1705470a031a 2917 full 11 11 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:30:22 GMT false false Sarasota County, Florida, USA <![CDATA[Context Matters!]]> Essence and Emily dive deep into the often misunderstood concepts of validation and emotional regulation, offering tangible ways to improve your relationships and self-awareness. They kick off the episode by breaking down the crucial differences between hearing, listening, and true validation, while calling out the common, superficial phrases that usually backfire. Together, they explore how validation acts as a bid for connection—not agreement—and explain how a little curiosity can completely change the dynamic of a conversation.

The hosts also tackle the concept of emotional literacy, introducing a "thermometer" model to help gauge emotional intensity and build distress tolerance. From navigating hyper-literal social media trends during identity-prioritizing months to managing household chaos, Essence and Emily share practical strategies for sitting with difficult feelings without escalating. They close out the episode with their Weekly R.E.P.O.R.T.

00:00 Introduction to Validation and Relevance During Pride Month

2:13 Work Wife, Work Overlord, and Work Nemesis

05:50 The Pitfalls of Superficial Validation

09:50 Connection vs. Agreement

14:05 Cultivating Curiosity and Avoiding Judgment

19:09 How Emotional Intensity Affects Responses

22:14 Distress Tolerance: Sitting With Your Feelings

24:45 Balancing Validation and Problem Solving

27:31 Recognizing and Responding to Bids for Validation

36:19 The Danger of Fake Consensus

43:40 External vs. Internal Validation

45:35 Navigating Challenging Conversations and Identity

46:25 Weekly R.E.P.O.R.T

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/talking-shoppe-with-deming-rivers-social-club/2920884 30c0c627-b92f-4f8b-b764-aff60186b156 3355 full 10 10 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:07:40 GMT false false Sarasota County, Florida, USA <![CDATA[Leadership Lessons from LGBTQ+ Icons]]> Essence and Emily continue to celebrate Pride and open episode nine with a “work wife, work overlord, work nemesis” game They then discuss research they conducted on queer icons. Essence shares facts about Marsha P. Johnson, including her “Pay It No Mind” middle initial, early gender expression, moving to New York at 18, Christian faith, activism connected to Stonewall, and co-founding STAR and STAR House with Sylvia Rivera to shelter unhoused trans youth. Emily focuses on James Obergefell and the events leading to Obergefell v. Hodges, describing how he and John Arthur sought marriage recognition in Ohio during Arthur’s ALS, their tarmac wedding in Maryland, the fight over the death certificate, and the 2015 Supreme Court decision. They reflect on bravery, education as resistance, and community. They close with their weekly R.E.P.O.R.T.

00:00 Welcome Back and Happy Pride

00:33 Work Wife, Work Overlord, and Work Nemesis

06:05 Weekend Recording Energy

06:46 Researching Queer Icons

08:50 Marsha P Johnson

18:06 James Obergefell

26:25 Lessons on Bravery and Visibility

32:06 Pride, Joy, and Education

36:12 Self Worth vs Selfishness

39:25 Creating Change Without Reward

41:38 Weekly R.E.P.O.R.T Segment

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/talking-shoppe-with-deming-rivers-social-club/2899242 2859bf05-81aa-4cc7-bda0-eae25506b3f4 2979 full 9 9 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:39:15 GMT false false Sarasota County, Florida, USA <![CDATA[Why Pride Month Matters]]> In episode eight of Talking Shoppe, psychologists and consultants Essence and Emily open by wishing everyone a happy Pride Month and playing “Work Wife, Work Overlord, and Work Nemesis”. They then discuss why Pride Month matters at work and in society, addressing polarization, corporate “rainbow washing,” and how celebrating marginalized identities can be misconstrued as taking space from others. They contrast equality and equity and argue that education about LGBTQ+ identities is not indoctrination. They reflect on vulnerability, the origins of Pride, the need for visibility and safe spaces, compulsory heterosexuality, and how many queer elders were lost. They close with their weekly R.E.P.O.R.T. and a June 1 tradition of Rita’s gelatis with rainbow sprinkles.

00:06 Welcome Back and Happy Pride

00:29 Podcast Purpose and Vibe

01:23 Work Wife, Work Overlord, and Work Nemesis

06:59 Pride Pushback and Rainbow Washing

10:18 Equity vs Equality Explained

14:03 Vulnerability and Connection

16:14 Why Pride Exists

20:01 Labels and Compulsory Heterosexuality

21:45 Pride Month Beyond Parades

24:37 Respecting Identity Differences

26:20 Curiosity Versus Bigotry

27:36 Vulnerability and Privilege

28:48 Why Pride Month Matters

33:30 Who Pride Is For

35:27 Weekly R.E.P.O.R.T.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/talking-shoppe-with-deming-rivers-social-club/2877334 cd0ea534-09f3-4aa0-8942-d830f2aed60f 2483 full 8 8 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 01:19:47 GMT false false Sarasota, Sarasota, Sarasota County, Florida, 34236, USA <![CDATA[When Education is Not Enough: Turning Knowledge into Action]]> In Episode 7 of Talking Shoppe, Essence and Emily discuss busy weeks, and do their “work wife, work overlord, and work nemesis” segment. For their last Mental Health Awareness Month episode, they focus on why awareness without accurate education and application falls short, noting there’s no formal channel for learning mental health outside training for becoming a therapist. They connect workplace functioning to mental health through executive functioning, explain how stress disrupts frontal-lobe processes, and outline executive functions. They propose curriculum topics. They close with their weekly R.E.P.O.R.T.

00:00 Welcome Back Episode Seven

00:36 Life Updates

02:14 Work Wife, Work Overlord, and Work Nemesis

05:35 Mental Health Awareness Month

06:31 Awareness Versus Education

12:26 Training Without Application

15:20 Why Mental Health Matters

18:48 Executive Function

25:48 Emotion-Based Policies

27:36 Auditing Mental Load

31:32 Making Education Culture

32:47 Self Advocacy at Work

38:52 Weekly R.E.P.O.R.T.

49:28 Wrap Up

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/talking-shoppe-with-deming-rivers-social-club/2857244 3b6843a6-13c0-4aed-bfd3-5563d90bc4e2 3103 full 7 7 Tue, 26 May 2026 00:22:01 GMT false false Sarasota County, Florida, USA <![CDATA[The Value of Community]]> In episode six of Talking Shoppe with Deming-Rivers Social Club, Essence and Emily open with their “work wife/work overlord/work nemesis” game. They continue their Mental Health Awareness Month revamp and focus on connection and community-building, prompted by a comment from a viewer. They discuss identity, values, code-switching, and how safety must be explicit, highlighting finding an affirming church that clearly welcomes LGBTQ+ people and helped them build community. They close with their weekly R.E.P.O.R.T.

00:00 Welcome Back Episode Six

00:53 Work Wife/Work Overlord/Work Nemesis

03:50 Revamping Mental Health Month Awareness Month

07:10 Why Connection Matters

09:04 Identity Values And Community

10:44 Code Switching And Reinvention

13:04 Finding Friends

20:59 Finding Harvest

22:49 Safety Builds Community

24:07 Beyond Awareness to Connection

26:42 Weekly R.E.P.O.R.T

37:39 Wrap Up and Thanks

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/talking-shoppe-with-deming-rivers-social-club/2848099 4ded4a72-cfd9-42f6-8b03-b687f606ef2e 2295 full 6 6 Fri, 22 May 2026 03:27:44 GMT false false Sarasota County, Florida, USA <![CDATA[The Problem with Mental Health Awareness Month]]> Emily and Essence return to Talking Shoppe noting that they skipped recording last week to protect their mental health during Mental Health Awareness Month. After a “work wife, work nemesis, or work overlord” game. They discuss how awareness months often stop at posts and slogans without creating foundational change. They debate whether “stigma” is overstated compared to lack of access, citing barriers like long waitlists, poor-quality care experiences, and insurance complexity that disproportionately impact marginalized groups, and argue the month should emphasize education, assessment, action, connection, advocacy, and system accountability. They share underrated and overrated mental health tools. They close with their weekly R.E.P.O.R.T. segment.

00:00 Welcome Back

01:31 Work Wife, Work Nemesis, or Work Overlord

06:11 Awareness Versus Action

08:02 Stigma Or Access Debate

17:09 Grassroots and Systemic Change

23:12 Underrated vs. Overrated Coping Skills

30:39 Choosing Coping Skills

31:50 Beyond Awareness Month

33:26 Mental Health Month Takeaways

34:58 Weekly R.E.P.O.R.T Segment

41:15 Wrap Up

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/talking-shoppe-with-deming-rivers-social-club/2820982 a879c617-ffe4-4724-9ee7-978cbe30d826 2591 full 5 5 Wed, 13 May 2026 20:57:45 GMT false false Sarasota County, Florida, USA <![CDATA[What Even is the Point of Self-care?]]> Emily and Essence are back for Episode Four of Talking Shoppe! After “Work wife, Work Nemesis, and Work Overlord” segment, they unpack the concept of self-care as well as the misconceptions of self-care. They discuss how hormone fluctuations can affect productivity and emotion regulation, critique workplaces offering “self-care” when people are already at a breaking point, and distinguish proactive self-care from reactive coping. They compare their different self-care frameworks, including neurodivergent prioritization, internal monologue differences, access and routines, and how chronic illness changes capacity. They close with their weekly R.E.P.O.R.T segment.

00:00 Welcome Back Chaos

01:33 Self Care Preview

01:53 Work Wife, Work Nemesis, Work Overlord

07:36 Hormones And Capacity

09:15 Self Care Vs Coping

15:12 Why Self Care Fails

19:24 Neurodiverse Needs

22:08 Task Vs Fuel

25:55 Connection vs Self Care

27:33 Chronic Illness Capacity

28:16 Quiet Minds Loud Minds

30:42 Lowering Care Barriers

31:41 Measuring Your Battery

37:40 Prescribed Self Care Problem

39:46 Top Self Care Rotations

43:49 What We Learned Today

45:51 The Weekly R.E.P.O.R.T

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/talking-shoppe-with-deming-rivers-social-club/2772938 2254f808-0a85-4bbd-8888-b6b2c891eccd 2987 full 4 4 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:27:15 GMT true false Sarasota County, Florida, USA <![CDATA[Trauma-Informed Care: Moving Beyond the Buzzword]]> Essence and Emily introduce their weekly “Talking Shop” podcast and a recurring segment choosing a work wife, work overlord, and work nemesis. They discuss trauma-informed care in organizations, highlighting that many workplaces stop at acknowledging trauma and struggle to build skills and systems as well as the psychological safety needed to support people under pressure. They define trauma and distinguish trauma from PTSD criteria, and noting overlooked “margin” traumas. They critique performative approaches like posters, certifications, rigid policies, KPIs over wellbeing, and individualizing protective factors, offering examples like flexible scheduling, role clarity, validation, follow-through, and designing to reduce barriers. They close as always with their weekly R.E.P.O.R.T.

00:00 Welcome to Talking Shoppe

00:36 Why We Started This

01:24 Work Wife, Work Overlord, Work Nemesis

06:25 Trauma Informed Care

08:32 What Trauma Really Means

12:55 Designing For The Margins

15:02 Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

19:15 Workplace Culture Gap

23:50 Certifications Versus Systems

27:53 Stop Adding Fuel

31:22 Behavior Function in Leadership

34:33 Connection and Follow Through

38:56 Self Awareness and Impact

40:27 People Over Policy

45:54 Trauma Informed as Mindset

48:32 Weekly R.E.P.O.R.T

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/talking-shoppe-with-deming-rivers-social-club/2751489 dd3584fe-70b0-4928-9ae6-d19506853961 3343 full 3 3 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 02:05:45 GMT false false Sarasota County, Florida, USA <![CDATA[What is Psychological Safety?]]> In episode two of Talking Shoppe, Essence and Emily talk about their interests, new discoveries, and the struggles of setting up audio equipment. They introduce a game segment, “Work Wife, Work Overlord or Work Nemesis,” using nostalgic TV shows, and briefly reflect on awkward coworker invitations. The main topic is psychological safety, defined (via Amy Edmondson) as the belief that one won’t be punished or humiliated for speaking up; they emphasize it’s a felt experience that can’t be declared, and distinguish supportive structure from harmful rigidity, using bowling bumpers, balloons, and dam metaphors. They describe consequences of low psychological safety—self-censorship, festering conflict, marginalization, and burnout—and connect it to Deming-Rivers Social Club and therapeutic work with groups and organizations. They close with their Weekly R.E.P.O.R.T.

00:00 Mic Check Banter

01:05 Podcast Habits

01:55 Tea Shop Shoutout

02:42 Episode Two Kickoff

03:00 Work Wife, Work Overlord, Work Nemesis

06:56 Coworker Invites Story

08:26 What Is Psychological Safety

11:32 Structure Versus Rigidity

16:28 Grounded Balloon Metaphor

18:23 Social Club Origins

20:55 Teaching Safety At Scale

22:30 Family Systems Safety

24:22 Leadership Safety Balancing

25:03 When Safety Breaks Down

27:27 Marginalization And Voice

29:06 Burnout And The Dam

30:57 Building Support Systems

31:36 Next Steps And Q&A

32:45 Weekly R.E.P.O.R.T

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/talking-shoppe-with-deming-rivers-social-club/2732491 6caa328f-57bc-489e-87f0-4acd78d50c44 2573 full 2 2 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:10:09 GMT false false <![CDATA[Get to Know Essence and Emily]]> Get to Know Essence and Emily: Why We’re Starting This Podcast

Essence and Emily, psychologist, wives, and organizational culture consultants behind Deming-Rivers Social Club, introduce their new podcast as a way to share the raw, unfiltered conversations that don’t fit in typical social media content. They describe their work split between therapy and consulting with nonprofits and human services organizations to build more sustainable, inclusive cultures and reduce burnout and turnover through practical, engaging, experiential training rather than overly simplistic wellness advice. They share their path from grad school through internship matching, their training at Palm Beach County Youth Services Department, and how a systemic focus shaped their approach and led them to identify gaps after moving to Sarasota. They outline podcast themes: organizational psychological safety, mental health, identity, current events, and reality TV—and close with a “weekly R.E.P.O.R.T” on what they’re reading, eating, playing, obsessing over, recommending, and treating themselves to.

00:00 Welcome to Talking Shoppe: Meet Essence and Emily

00:20 Why a Podcast

01:47 Who It’s For

02:55 Therapy Meets Culture

04:08 Grad School to Doctor

04:41 Internship Match Day

05:55 Palm Beach Training

07:03 Residential Program Life

07:52 Postdoc and Love Story

08:45 Systemic Lens Explained

10:24 Identity and Diversity

12:53 Burnout and Capacity Gap

14:15 Consulting Mission Values

15:00 Real Talk Trauma Care

16:16 Better Training Not Chair Yoga

17:21 Reality TV Style Workshops

18:04 Podcast Rough Draft Vibe

18:40 Where To Find Us

19:21 Weekly R.E.P.O.R.T

25:58 Wrap Up And Next Episodes

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/talking-shoppe-with-deming-rivers-social-club/2694017 3feef389-2e2a-4120-9fb9-2810849d9344 1623 full 1 1 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:24:26 GMT false false Sarasota County, Florida, USA