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Calibama Talking with Chef Lorious

Welcome to Calibama Talking with Chef Lorious. Calibama Talking is a weekly podcast hosted by Chef Lorious (everybody’s auntie) and her mom, Mama VJ (the community grandma). Born in California and raised by a close-knit family anchored in southern tradition from Alabama, this “Calibama” girl learned very early that food cooked with love has the power to inspire and heal. Food opens the door to conversation and that’s exactly what Chef Lorious and Mama VJ do best...talk about everything. No subject is off limits, from favorite foods and table talk, to the latest family antics. The ladies also have guests and talk about the stuff that makes life interesting, like getting past hurts, making major life decisions, figuring out who you are and what you believe (not what your mama believes), and how to break-up with a friend (or whatever)! And in case you’re wondering, these ladies don’t see eye to eye on a lot of things. Come on into the Love Lab (Chef Lorious’s kitchen), for real talk and honest discussions about food, family and this thing called life.

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I Can't Imagine How That Feels: Empathizing Without Owning

October 13, 2020 • Chef Lorious • Season 1 • Episode 9

We all want to be heard. We all want to be understood. Sometimes, however, despite our best intentions, we just don't quite get it when we hear about the plight or experiences of others. We all have different backgrounds and experiences. To empathize with someone is to feel for them, but it doesn't mean you have to own their feelings. Empathizing also doesn't mean that you're guilty. It just means you see someone in pain and you care. In this day and age, empathy is hard to come by. Mama VJ and I talk about it today in a real heart to heart discussion. Enjoy!

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