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The [un]phased unedited podcast is an unabashed deep dive into the complicated nature of who’s in and who’s out -- in every industry. Hosted by Dr. Shaunna Payne Gold and Dr. Lisa Ingarfield, the [un]phased unedited podcast sheds the glossy, sexy, high production delivery to get down to the messy, uncomfortable, and fundamental conversations affecting human beings in all places and spaces. Join us as we think aloud together!. [un]phased is unedited and unfiltered allowing listeners to journey with the co-hosts as they discuss difficult topics

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August 11, 2026Episode 25450 min

Incongruence

In this episode, Dr. Shaunna and Dr. Lisa begin by exploring how language and lifestyle branding shape women's identities and power. They start with the concept of semantic derogation -- the way words associated with women or marginalized groups acquire negative meanings over time. They then pivot to the rise of "trad wife" influencers, whose curated domesticity makes entrepreneurial empires built on submission.Later, they talk about the Georgia school sh**ting case where the father of Colt Gray was sentenced to 15 years for involuntary manslaughter after supplying the g*n. His mother has not been prosecuted.Mentioned in the episodeTycoon or Tradwife? The Woman Behind Ballerina Farm Makes Her Own Path - NYTCommentary: Why isn’t the tradwife bestseller ‘Yesteryear’ about Mormonism? – Salt Lake TribuneYesteryear by Caro Claire Burke - GoodReadsSusan Hyatt, Master Certified Life & Business CoachA school shooter’s mother helped him reach his ‘fans’ from prison. Here’s why she wasn’t charged. - CNNFather who gave gun to Apalachee High School shooter sentenced to 15 years in prison - PBSDistrict attorney: Behavior of Colt Gray's mom was 'disgusting,' but not criminal – 11 Alive

August 4, 2026Episode 25344 min

Hold Your Nose

In this episode, Dr. Lisa and Dr. Shaunna tackle intertwined themes shaping intimacy and connection today:  stealthing and the cost-of-living crisis that's rewriting the rules of dating. The topics reveal how power, consent, and economics intersect in our most personal spaces.They also explore voting patterns in support or against candidates accused of domestic violence, revealing partisan divides in moral tolerance. Listeners will be reminded that intimacy and justice are never separate conversations -- whether we're talking about consent, class, or culture, power always sets the terms of engagement.Mentioned in the showThe Cost of Living Crisis is Rewriting the Rules of Dating - TIMEDemocrats see a chance to flip a seat as focus on abuse claims mounts against Ohio Rep. Max Miller – PBSThe International Criminal Court puts its house in order – The EconomistInternational Criminal Court Prosecutor Karim Khan dismissed – The UNPoll: Trump’s MAGA voters would stick by a candidate through the most serious of scandals - Politico

July 28, 2026Episode 25249 min

Russian Dolls

In today’s episode, the Drs. unpack the layered concept of respectability politics—a survival strategy turned social constraint—and explore how it continues to shape institutional norms today. Using Tuskegee University’s updated dress code policy as a case study, they examine the intersection of professional preparation, cultural expression, and standards in historically Black spaces.Additionally, they discuss a grab bag of current events, including 45/47's mandate to mark Smithsonian exhibits with which he disagrees as "inaccuracies", his remarks about Kaitlin Collins at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, the Department of War's testosterone proposal, and Todd Blanche's Senate hearing "slip up".Mentioned in the showTuskegee University bans bonnets and du-rags for upcoming school year in updated dress code – al.comTuskegee University’s new dress code bans bonnets, du-rags and bedroom shoes in class – TheGrioTrump ramps up attacks against Smithsonian in executive action ordering new signage outside exhibits – ABC NewsAs Hegseth pursues a 'High-T' military, here's what to know about testosterone replacement – PBS NewsBlanche's slip-up on his Trump relationship: 'I'm his lawyer' – PoliticoTrump’s fresh mocking of CNN reporter renews calls to end correspondents’ dinner – The Washington Post

July 21, 2026Episode 25148 min

Raised Eyebrows

Given that we love language, Dr. Shaunna discusses "false cognates" —words that look or sound the same across languages but mean different things—and how they can cause awkward, harmful, or even offensive moments. Toronto Tempo Head Coach Sandy Brondello provides a recent example of this with problematic language about Atlanta Dream's Angel Reese. Later Dr. Lisa discusses new cultural lows in how character and integrity seem to matter less when assessing leaders. Are we at a new low? Or is our culture simply more transparent about chronic lows in character?Content note: This episode discusses offensive language and alleged public controversies. If you’re sensitive to those topics, listener discretion is advised.

July 14, 2026Episode 25048 min

Pitching the Smithsonian

Pick up what we're putting down with the double entendre! This week's 250th episode has little to do with the history of the country and everything to do with museums and football (soccer). We start with introducing a century-old term: "museum fatigue" which explains what we've all felt physically but never knew how to describe while appreciating art. Then, we move into The Men’s World Cup action and its inextricable connection to global relationships and politics. Finally, we discuss the White House's recent attack on the Smithsonian...and the Organization of American Historians who's not having any of it.Mentioned in the show It’s Not You, It’s the Museum: Combating Museum Fatigue - Princeton University Art MuseumCenter for Restorative History – The SmithsonianSmithsonian attacked over LGBTQ+ history exhibits - Advocate.comFederal Employees and Contractors Oral History Project

July 7, 2026Episode 24944 min

Generations and Accountability

In this week's episode, the Drs explore the idea of "sampling" original ideas but using them to make a point out of context. This can be used as a weapon or an effective political tool, and the ethics of intent continue to be queried.Next up, they discuss social media use as an accountability tool. This includes public callouts — cheaters, rac*sts, other -ists — white men’s provocation of Black men and white women’s policing of others.Finally, Dr. Lisa highlights a new-to-us Apple TV show, Widow’s Bay -- including the real-life push‑pull between old and new politics. Are wins and losses overblown? Must change be binary? Are wars between the old and new legitimate?Listen in and let us know what you think about sampling, social media accountability, or themes from Widow's Bay.

June 30, 2026Episode 24846 min

Sally & Asylum

This week, we discuss Suzan-Lori Park's play-within-a-play, “Sally & Tom” before we segue into the latest regarding SCOTUS decisions on immigration, asylum, and green card protections.We start with the Word of the Week, micro-boycotting, which is a great way to have agency when it feels that there are no options for you as a consumer. Then we move into the stage play that queries the complex relationship between the enslaved woman, Sally Hemings and Thomas Jefferson. We conclude with the Presidential authority to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian and Syrian nationals without a formal process, asylum and inspection obligations at the border outside the U.S., and implications for green card holders, due process, and re-entry protections.Mentioned in the showTruths not self-evident in ‘Sally & Tom’ at Round House - DC Theater ArtsThis Play Within a Play Confronts the Power Dynamic Between Sally Hemings and Thomas Jefferson – Smithsonian MagazineSuzan-Lori Parks: Sally & Tom — Rehearsed Reading - Schwarzman Centre for the HumanitiesIn a Forceful Dissent, Justice Elena Kagan Says the Supreme Court Ignored Evidence of Trump Administration’s Anti-Haitian Bias – Ms. MagazineSanitized and Unreviewable: Unpacking the Supreme Court’s Mullin v Doe on Ending Temporary Protected Status for 1.3m Noncitizens – Just SecurityAbandoning Principles: Unpacking the Supreme Court’s Mullin v. Al Otro Lado Denying Asylum to Arriving Migrants – Just SecurityMULLIN, SECRETARY, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, ET AL. v. DOE ET AL. – SCOTUS (TPS case)MULLIN, SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY, ET AL. v. AL OTRO LADO ET AL. – SCOTUS (Asylum at the border case)Blanche v Lau (2026) – SCOTUS (Green Card case)Supreme Court makes it easier for border agents to deport Green Card holders accused of crimes – ABC News

June 23, 2026Episode 24747 min

Reflections

In today’s episode, Shaunna and Lisa reflect on the weight of June anniversaries — Pulse Nightclub (6/12) and the Emanuel 9 (6/17) — as well as the meaning of Juneteenth (6/19) in a moment that also saw the opening of the Obama Presidential Center (OPC). Then, the green algae of the Reflecting Pool in Washington, DC is more than just a chemistry project gone wrong. They discuss the politics behind the no-bid contract which has become an expensive analogy for this entire Presidential Administration.Lastly, the Drs. reveled in laughter about Michelle Obama and President George W. Bush's Altoids exchange at the opening of the OPC, then wondered if we can ever find collegiality, kindness, and mutual respect like this in America again.Mentioned in the showAlgae turns reflecting pool green after repainting. Here's why - NPRResearchers identify harmless algae behind bloom at Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool – WUSA9George W. Bush and Michelle Obama Have Sweet Reunion, Complete With a Mint Moment – The Today ShowWith a Wink, Obama’s Tan Suit Is Back – The NYTObama moved to tears by wife Michelle's speech - BBCStar-studded opening for Obama library in Chicago delivers implied rebuke to Trump – The Guardian

June 16, 2026Episode 24647 min

Wildfire

The Drs. open this week's episode hot and unapologetic: a gender-reveal smoke bomb turned into a months-long inferno, a firefighter lost his life, and three companies suddenly write checks for more than $4 million. Then they pivot to the political tightrope -- authenticity vs. electability -- and ask whether moderates who vote with the sketchy are doing the right thing in the moment.Listen in for new language like "abromantic", the deeper implication of gender reveals around the globe, and the ethics of voting for a flawed candidate.Mentioned in the show:3 companies agree to over $4 million settlement after deadly California wildfire - CNNThe Democrats’ Platner Problem - Time'What else are we going to do?' Maine Democrats divided over Platner, some stick with him reluctantly – abc NewsYet More Damning Revelations About Graham Platner  - The AtlanticThe Graham Platner Dilemma  - The Powers That Be Daily Podcast

June 9, 2026Episode 24536 min

Adaptive Intelligence

In this episode, Dr. Shaunna and Dr. Lisa examine language in a new way. First, they look at Elsa Mehary's provocative Instagram reel regarding what it means to be a polymath—someone with a wide range of knowledge or learning—and ask a provocative question: Are you a polymath, or just Black? It's always a good time to examine what’s celebrated as “genius” in one space that may be dismissed as “survival” in another.Later, Shaunna and Lisa pivot to immigration policy, reflecting on Jonathan Blitzer’s Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here and his recent New Yorker piece on how executive actions are reshaping who gets to become -- AND STAY -- American. They connect the dots between adaptive intelligence and survival systems—whether in identity, migration, or belonging.Tune in for a layered conversation about pattern recognition, the politics of brilliance, and the powers that affect immigrants. Mentioned in the showFor the Nation's Birthday, Making it Harder to Become American – The New YorkerEveryone Who is Gone is Here – Jonathan Blitzer

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