Episode 1: Welcome to Books, Bullets and Babies

Episode 1: Welcome to Books, Bullets and Babies 🎙️

Host: Dr. Sagashus Levingston
Podcast Title: Books, Bullets, and Babies 
Episode Title: "Welcome to the Books, Bullets and Babies"

Episode Overview
In this inaugural episode, Dr. Sagashus introduces listeners to the story behind Books, Bullets, and Babies and the mission of the podcast. She dives into the challenges of balancing motherhood, education, and life’s tough circumstances while building a legacy of wealth and empowerment. From gratitude for key sponsors to reflections on courage in the face of fear, this episode sets the tone for a season filled with bold conversations and transformative insights.

Key Topics

• The Origins of the Title: How Books, Bullets, and Babies was inspired by Dr. Sagashus’s graduate school personal statement, reflecting the complexities of juggling motherhood, academia, and resilience.
• What to Expect from the Podcast:
  • Humanizing Wealth-Building: Relatable stories, strategies, and resources to make financial empowerment accessible.
  • Community and Connection: Celebrating sisterhood and resilience in wealth-building journeys often overlooked by traditional narratives.
  • Practical Knowledge: Tips, interviews, and tools—including insights from the Books, Bullets, and Babies card game.
• Acknowledgments & Gratitude:
  • Major sponsors: American Families Institute for Corporate and Social Impact, TruStage (formerly CUNA Mutual Group Foundation), UW Health, and Morgridge Family Foundation.
  • Creative partners: Kristin Mitchell Design for visual branding and B. Brown Productions for production support.

Don’t Miss These Moments

• Disrespectful Tidbit: Dr. Sagashus shares a personal story about confronting fear while stepping into new spaces, reminding listeners that courage doesn’t mean fearlessness—it means showing up despite it.
• Reflection Question: When fear arises before something important, who will you rely on to help you show up?

Take Action: Join the Movement

Dive deeper into the unapologetic journey through these opportunities:

1. Pre-Order A Pot to P*ss In: This memoir isn’t just a book—it’s a blueprint for resilience and rewriting the rules. Sagashus Levingston’s story of chasing the impossible inspires us to aim higher and demand more. Pre-order your copy and join the movement transforming lives and cities through the Without Apology Tour. Purchase it here: A Pot to P*ss In).

2. Subscribe to Books, Bullets, and Babies Podcast: Ready to balance motherhood, entrepreneurship, and legacy-building? This podcast is your personal guide to audacious growth, unapologetic living, and inspiring success stories. Season 1 dives into the question: “Can women we call Infamous Mothers become millionaires?” Listen to Books, Bullets, and Babies on all major podcast platforms—Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you stream your favorites. 

3. Order the Books, Bullets, and Babies Card Game: More than a card game, it’s a way to connect, reflect, and reclaim your value. Perfect for solo moments of clarity or group sessions filled with laughter, healing, and bold conversations. Order your deck and start using play as a tool for transformation. To do so, visit our website at Books, Bullets and Babies Card Game.

4. Join the Collective Now: The Without Apology Tour is activating a global sisterhood through workshops, panels, and community connections fueled by A Pot to Pss In*. Together, we’re rewriting the narrative and breaking every rule that says we can’t. Join the collective and bring the tour to your city—your participation decides where we go next. To join, go to the "Without Apology Tour Collective" on Facebook and request access. Be sure to answer the group questions to complete your membership. 

Special Thanks
A heartfelt thank-you to the major sponsors and creative partners who made this podcast possible.

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