Break the Cycle, is here to guide you on a transformative journey of self-discovery and empowerment.
Join hosts, Emily Palacios and Stephanie LoVerde for honest, thoughtful conversations that inspire you to break free from the chains of generational traumas, mental health challenges, societal pressures, women's health issues, toxic relationships, and more. Our mission is clear: to make our 15-year-old selves proud of the resilient, empowered individuals we've become.
Let's embark on this empowering journey together!
After 4 ½ years, countless conversations, and an unwavering commitment to making a difference, we’ve made the difficult decision to end our podcast.
This isn’t the episode we thought we’d be recording—but it’s the one we need to have.
Todays Topics:
- Why we’re stepping away from podcasting.
- The hard truths: feeling disappointed, under-appreciated, and undervalued in this space.
- The emotional toll of pouring your heart into something that doesn’t always give back.
- How this journey has shaped us—and what comes next.
- A heartfelt thank you to those who showed up, supported us, and believed in our mission.
We started this podcast to educate, empower, and create change. And while this chapter is closing, we hope the conversations we sparked continue to inspire, challenge, and push for better.
To everyone who listened, shared, and stood by us—thank you. Your support meant more than you’ll ever know.
We leave you with this: Stay safe. Stay strong. And never stop fighting for what matters.
For one last time—thank you for syncing up with us.
XOXO Emily + Stephanie
10 Feb 2025
Women’s Self-Defense & Safety: Expert Tips to Stay Aware, Set Boundaries & Protect Yourself with Self Defense Expert Nicole Snell
In this episode, we break the cycle of fear and empower women to take control of their safety with Nicole Snell, an award-winning international speaker, TEDx speaker, trainer, survivor, and self-defense expert. Nicole is the CEO of Girls Fight Back, Founder of Outdoor Defense, and a Credentialed Victim Advocate. She has trained every branch of the U.S. military, spoken at colleges, corporations, tribal nations, and global events, and is dedicated to ending gender-based violence through education and empowerment.
Today’s Topics:
-How have recent legal and societal shifts impacted women’s safety?
-The most effective self-defense techniques women can learn quickly.
-De-escalation strategies for potentially dangerous encounters.
-Using everyday objects as tools for self-defense.
-Setting boundaries assertively—and what to do when they’re ignored.
-The role of mindset in self-defense and how to build confidence.
-Situational awareness tips for parking lots, public transit, and walking alone.
-Overcoming the freeze response in dangerous situations.
We’ve been told to stay quiet. To shrink. To be afraid. Not anymore.
Self-defense is not just about fighting back—it’s about reclaiming power, setting boundaries, and moving through the world with confidence.
Tune in now and learn how to stay safe, stand strong, and never apologize for taking up space.
Sync up with Nicole:
Personal Instagram: @adventuresofnik
Business Instagram: @girlsfightback
TikTok: @nicolesnell_selfdefense
Website: www.nicolesnell.com
6 Jan 2025
Women’s Health Post-Election: Birth Control, Access to Care, and the Future of Reproductive Rights with Reproductive Rights Advocate Nikki Sapiro Vinckier
In this episode, we break the cycle of women’s healthcare with Nikki Sapiro Vinckier, PA-C. Nikki is a reproductive rights advocate, licensed Physician Assistant, and founder/CEO of Take Back Trust, a platform empowering individuals navigating reproductive healthcare. With over a decade of gynecological expertise, 60,000+ social media followers, and experience as a Progressive News Correspondent and abortion fund board member, Nikki combines innovation, advocacy, and education to expand access to equitable care and inspire change.
Today’s Topics:
What are the biggest concerns women face since recent election results?
Should you stock up on birth control or switch to long-term options like IUDs or implants?
How funding cuts to reproductive health programs may strip access to affordable routine care like pap smears and STI testing.
Addressing the growing gap in healthcare access for women across socioeconomic lines.
Will policies further limit family planning options, like IVF or egg freezing?
Preparing the next generation: How can we protect the rights of daughters, nieces, and mentees?
They called us hysterical when we warned about Roe. They said we were crazy when we fought to protect abortion rights. And yet, here we are.
We can’t afford to wait. We can’t afford to be silenced. When it comes to our bodies, our futures, and our freedom, our voices matter more than ever. Let’s turn “hysterical” into unstoppable.
Tune in now and join the fight for a future where healthcare is a right—not a privilege.
Sync up with Nikki:
Instagram: @nikkivinck
TikTok: @nikkivinck
Website: takebacktrust.com
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