• 35. Human Bodies are Not Machines
    Nov 9 2021

    We’ve got another special lecture episode this week as Robyn talks to the class all about endurance - because be honest, yours has taken a hit over the past year too. Herein lies examples of physical and not so physical activity that can help us all can back a bit of our stamina.

    Books on sleep mentioned this episode: 

    • Sleep: Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker
    • Sleep: The Myth of 8 Hours, the Power of Naps, and the New Plan to Recharge Your Body and Mind by Nick Littlehales

    Stages of change infographic mentioned at the end of the episode:

    • https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fchoicesforchange.ca%2Fabout-us%2Fhow-we-work%2Fstages-of-change%2F&psig=AOvVaw21sYYrKb7sUlKQfSHiOOcH&ust=1636564627423000&source=images&cd=vfe&ved=0CAsQjRxqFwoTCJC__Lvki_QCFQAAAAAdAAAAABAD 

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  • 34. Conventions in the Time of COVID
    Oct 26 2021

    It’s a solo episode this week as Robyn goes over her experience at New York Comic Con earlier this month. She talks the good and the bad from the weekend, as well as the hopeful for what conventions (and convention goers) can continue to do to make geeky gatherings safe again.

    Links mentioned/used for reference in this episode

    • Heather’s instagram post of CosPositivity panel: https://www.instagram.com/p/CUxgts7FyqP/ 
    • https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/covid-19-diagnostic-test/about/pac-20488900
    • https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/coronavirus-covid-19-and-medical-devices/antibody-serology-testing-covid-19-information-patients-and-consumers

    Come to Robyn’s Radical Movement Dance Parties on 10/27 and 10/29 if you can! Check out the deets on the @geekgirlstrong socials! 

    To get unlimited access to every Knowable audiocourse right now, just download the Knowable app and use code healthygeek for an additional 20% off!

    Remember that you can get $5 off of HGA swag or any other Mischief Media merch when you shop at MischiefMerch.com. Just use code STRONG at checkout.

    Visit patreon.com/makingmischief to help support our podcast endeavors. We have tiers of all levels, simply select the one that’s right for you.

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    31 mins
  • 33. Be Gentle with Yourself
    Oct 12 2021

    For this week’s episode, long time Geek Girl Strong community member, and publicist extraordinaire, Kosi Harris is on the pod! She talks about how she married her love of fashion and fandom with her work in the broader world of PR, and how all of those things shape her continuing wellness journey. 

    • You can follow Kosi on twitter @kos27 or instagram @kosharris
    • For her PR work you can follow @kosi_harris_pr on instagram or check out her website https://www.kosiharris.com/ 

    For free shipping on orders of $100 or more, use our link bit.ly/healthygeekblue to shop sustainable over at United by Blue.

    Remember that you can get $5 off of HGA swag or any other Mischief Media merch when you shop at MischiefMerch.com. Just use code STRONG at checkout.

    Visit patreon.com/makingmischief to help support our podcast endeavors. We have tiers of all levels, simply select the one that’s right for you.

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    This show is produced and edited by Leah Cornish

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    Email us at healthygeekpod@gmail.com

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    39 mins
  • 32. I Have Anxiety But I Am Also Drawing!
    Sep 28 2021

    There’s a witchy vibe in the air as fall is upon us and comic creator Sweeney Boo joins the pod! Robyn and Sweeney Boo chat about what it’s like working through personal anxieties in your work, keeping a line between social media and real life, and how Coca-cola tastes different EVERYWHERE.

    • You can follow Sweeney Boo on twitter or instagram @sweeney_boo
    • You can check out her work on her linktree https://linktr.ee/SweeneyBoo or visit her website https://www.sweeneyboo.com

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    41 mins
  • 31. You Gotta Want to Get Better
    Sep 15 2021

    Producer note: there are some audio issues present from 5:43-17:06. Still listenable, but just wanted to give a heads up about it!

    This week y’all are lucky - Robyn sits down to chat with cartoonist, editor, professor, and all around badass human Steenz! Together with Robyn they discuss their work as a cartoonist, how skating became the best exercise-hobby over the pandemic, and about how occupational therapy can give you the tools you need to help yourself. 

    • You can follow Steenz on twitter or instagram @oheysteenz
    • Check out their first book Archival Quality in any bookstore: https://bookshop.org/books/archival-quality/9781620104705 
    • And read “Heart of the City” for free at GoComics: https://www.gocomics.com/heartofthecity 

    Self care for cartoonists book mentioned: https://bookshop.org/books/draw-stronger-self-care-for-cartoonists-and-other-visual-artists/9781941250235 

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  • 30. Checking in with the Class
    Aug 31 2021

    It’s time for a little check-in with your HGA teacher - nothing too intense. Just a nice chat with Robyn about some of the best suggestions she has now that we’re all past the midway point of 2021. Robyn stresses the importance of play - physically, mentally, and nutritionally - as well as making note of your own boundaries, and paying attention to what makes your body feel good.

    Check out the different coaching opportunities with Robyn by heading to geekgirlstrong.com

    For free shipping on orders of $100 or more, use our link bit.ly/healthygeekblue to shop sustainable over at United by Blue.

    Remember that you can get $5 off of HGA swag or any other Mischief Media merch when you shop at MischiefMerch.com. Just use code STRONG at checkout.

    Visit patreon.com/makingmischief to help support our podcast endeavors. We have tiers of all levels, simply select the one that’s right for you.

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    This show is produced and edited by Leah Cornish

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    Email us at healthygeekpod@gmail.com

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  • 29. "Welcome to your early 30s, Nerds!"
    Aug 17 2021

    This is a good one, y’all. Comics creator, illustrator, podcaster, dog mom, comic collector and MORE - Liana Kangas is here. Liana and Robyn talk about the fact that they are music soulmates and how they met at a con. Liana also discusses how she adapted after an injury, and the “fun” ways she has learned to move her body.

    You can check out Liana’s projects via her linktree here: https://linktr.ee/lianakangas or follow her on twitter or instagram @LianaKangas 

    Check out her super cool podcast, Comics Inebriated here: https://sptfy.com/6jho

    You can grab her newest Star Wars Adventures issue from Comixology as well: https://www.comixology.com/Star-Wars-Adventures-2020-8/digital-comic/917199 

    Check out the different coaching opportunities with Robyn by heading to geekgirlstrong.com

    Click here to head to LootCrate and use the code healthygeek at checkout for 15% off your first order of the best in geek and gaming merch.

    Remember that you can get $5 off of HGA swag or any other Mischief Media merch when you shop at MischiefMerch.com. Just use code STRONG at checkout.

    Visit patreon.com/makingmischief to help support our podcast endeavors. We have tiers of all levels, simply select the one that’s right for you.

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    This show is produced and edited by Leah Cornish

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    56 mins
  • 28. "Is it OCD or the CDC?"
    Aug 3 2021

    This week Robyn welcomes comic marketer extraordinaire and all-around amazing human Jazzlyn Stone to the classroom! The pair talk about working with different types of creators, how physical activity helps with anxiety while at home, and Jazzlyn’s super cool Typeform game: The Demon.

    You can follow Jazzlyn on twitter and instagram @jazzlynstone or check out her website www.jazzlynstone.com.

    Jazzlyn’s Typeform game can be played FOR FREE here: bit.ly/anxietygame

    If you want to join the Fangirl Walking Club this month head to this page before Saturday August 14th! http://geekgirlstrong.com/fgwcdanceparty

    Click here to head to LootCrate and use the code healthygeek at checkout for 15% off your first order of the best in geek and gaming merch.

    Visit patreon.com/makingmischief to help support our podcast endeavors. We have tiers of all levels, simply select the one that’s right for you.

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    This show is produced and edited by Leah Cornish

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    Email us at healthygeekpod@gmail.com

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    47 mins