Marginalized people live many realities and fight many battles all at the same time. Our unfiltered words are often confined to break room whispers, living room rants, or raw heartfelt talks with members of our community. What if anyone could be a fly on the wall during these conversations? Oftentimes, we are pressured to “Count to 10,” or play it cool despite these realities. On The Count to Ten Podcast we will be amplifying real people, stories, and conversations to break this code of silence. Count to Ten is a weekly podcast hosted by Bri Hall who is an artist, motivational speaker, and social media creator who has amassed over 1.1 million followers on all her platforms. With a dedication to philanthropy and activism, The Count To Ten Podcast is another natural extension of her commitment to social justice and mental health.
EP #10: The Greedy Bisexual with Jen Winston
As a proud Bisexual woman myself, I am no stranger to the concept of biphobia. Biphobia is aversion toward bisexuality and bisexual people as individuals. It can take the form of denial that bisexuality is a genuine sexual orientation, or of negative stereotypes about people who are bisexual. It’s a common misconception that bisexuals are confused, greedy, promiscuous, must like and date both genders equally, it’s a phase, it’s the easy option, etc. In this episode, Bri and author and bisexual icon Jen Winston challenge these stereotypes and have candid conversations about being perceived as GREEDY in love and in life.Bri Hall SocialsInstagram @BriHallOfficialCount to Ten Instagram @counttotenpodcastTwitter @BriHallOfficialTiktok @iAmBriHallYouTube @ Bri HallJen Winston SocialsInstagram @jenerousTwitter @jenerousTikTok @jenerousBuy Jen's Book: www.greedy-bisexual.comSubscribe to the Bi-Monthly: thebimonthly.substack.com
3/22/2022 • 58 minutes, 36 seconds
EP #9: Show Dates: How DACA has Impacted Artists with MANNYWELLZ
In June 2012 President Barack Obama instated the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals commonly known as the DACA Program. DACA offers protection that allows undocumented persons who grew up in the US to work legally without threat of deportation and a chance to apply for citizenship. DACA recipients are extremely crucial not only to the economy, but a variety of fields including artistry. This episode, Bri talks to artist and friend MANNYWELLZ about how being Undocumented can impact the life trajectory, self image, and mental health of someone growing up in America and raise awareness about how DACA status impacts artistry.Bri Hall SocialsInstagram @BriHallOfficialCount to Ten Instagram @counttotenpodcastTwitter @BriHallOfficialTiktok @iAmBriHallYouTube @ Bri HallMANNYWELLZ SocialsInstagram @MANNYWELLZTwitter @ MANNYWELLZSoundcloud @ MANNYWELLZWebsite www.MANNYWELLZ.com
3/15/2022 • 38 minutes, 1 second
EP #8: Ableism in Fashion with Helya Mohammadian (Slick Chicks) and Marta Elena Cortez-Neaval (Abilitee)
On this show we speak a lot about marginalized groups, and more recently we’ve been covering marginalized bodies. In the world today we see the fashion industry slowly shifting and making strides to be more inclusive of different body shapes and sizes, however this construct for clothing erases an entire population of people with both visible and non-visible disabilities. Some zippers and buttons may be difficult for people with dexterity limitations. Some clothing closures may need different placements or openings for individuals that require access for tubes, machines, and other ritual resources in their daily life. Together with adaptive fashion entrepreneurs Helya Mohammadian of Slick Chicks and Marta Elena Cortez-Neavel of Abilitee Adaptive Wear, Bri explores how the fashion industry can be changed even further to include and empower communities with specific medical needs and disabilities.Bri Hall SocialsInstagram @BriHallOfficialCount to Ten Instagram @counttotenpodcastTwitter @BriHallOfficialTiktok @iAmBriHallYouTube @ Bri HallSlick Chicks SocialsInstagram @slickchicksonlineWebsite: www.slickchicksonline.com/Helya's Instagram: @helyamohammadianAbilitee Adaptive Wear SocialsInstagram: @abiliteeadaptivewearWebsite: www.abilitee.com/Elena's Instagram: @elenafromaustin
3/8/2022 • 58 minutes, 1 second
EP #7: Excluded? The Model Minority Myth with Charlotte Nguyên
The “Model Minority Myth,” is an identity rooted in stereotypes that assumes Asian American children are academically inclined by nature, perfect/polite in various environments/skill sets, and will pursue careers in the S.T.E.M. field. What is the problem with the Model Minority Myth? Some may be confused... isn’t the idea of being disciplined, polite, and intelligent a good thing? Well, like many stereotypes, this erases the diverse identities, intersectionalities, and experiences within a group of people. This myth emphasizes the, “pull yourself up by the bootstraps ideal,” which can also erase the systemic advantages and disadvantages that play a part in one’s own success.This week, join Bri as she dissects the outdated and problematic "myth" with Charlotte Nguyễn, a spiritual & transformational coach, speaker, activist and the pint-sized daughter of Vietnamese refugees.Bri Hall SocialsInstagram @BriHallOfficialCount to Ten Instagram @counttotenpodcastTwitter @BriHallOfficialTiktok @iAmBriHallYouTube @ Bri HallCharlotte Nguyễn SocialsInstagram @lotusinaseaoffireFacebook @ Get Free MeditationGet your free meditation with Charlotte: themindfulrevolutionsummit.com/guided-meditation/Website: www.getfreewithcharlotte.com
3/1/2022 • 48 minutes, 51 seconds
EP #5: Hex and the City with Aliza Kelly
In the era of WitchTok, younger generations are taking a renewed interest in astrology, supernatural abilities, and the occult. Today we will explore why large social shifts, similar to the 90s, re-energize spiritual exploration. What encouraged diverse groups of people to seek new understanding, identities, and daily practices? And how can unpacking star sign placements on your natal charts indicate deeper revelations of our future?Join Bri and astrologer Aliza Kelly on all things astrology and witness a powerful blind chart reading, live!Bri Hall SocialsInstagram @BriHallOfficialCount to Ten Instagram @counttotenpodcastTwitter @BriHallOfficialTiktok @iAmBriHallYouTube @ Bri HallAliza Kelly SocialsTwitter @alizakellyInstagram @alizakellyListen to Aliza's podcast: Stars Like UsCheck out Aliza's website: www.alizakelly.com
2/15/2022 • 45 minutes, 1 second
EP #4: Do the Write Thing with Darian Harvin
Many times when we think about intersectionality, we think about personal identity alone. Yet, our personal identity is shaped not only by our individual experiences, but how the world interacts with us. Often-times when we look deep into the beauty industry, the analysis stops at the surface. What if we really took time to see how beauty, pop culture, and politics intersect? How do Presidential Elections, Police Brutality, and Cultural Appropriation influence everything from shade ranges to corporate social media pages? This episode, Bri unpacks all of this with writer and beauty reporter Darian Symoné Harvin and so much more.Bri Hall SocialsInstagram @BriHallOfficialCount to Ten Instagram @counttotenpodcastTwitter @BriHallOfficialTiktok @iAmBriHallYouTube @ Bri HallDarian SocialsTwitter @dariansymoneInstagram @darianTikTok @studio.symoneSubscribe to Darian's Beauty IRL newsletter: darian.substack.com/Check out Darian's writing: dariansymone.com/writing
2/8/2022 • 53 minutes, 27 seconds
Launching January 18th, 2022!
Count To Ten’ is a statement of defiance against the notion of “staying calm”—something individuals in marginalized groups are told to undermine their experiences when facing complex issues around social and racial injustices, gender or identity inequality, mental health, and more.Taking ownership of the phrase “count to ten,” the podcast is Bri Hall’s way of breaking that silence and creating a safe, educational yet entertaining space where listeners can feel seen and heard. Throughout the podcast, Hall will tap a special guest to provide their unique insight and expertise on select themes.Upcoming guests in the first season include Keziah Dhamma (aka Swirly Curly), Brittany Lackey and Germani Manning (Black Bravado), Bukola Odeosun, Darian Harvin, Aliza Kelly, Kristopher Head, Charlotte Nguyen, Helya Mohammadian (Slick Chicks) and Marta Elena Cortez-Neaval (Abilitee), MANNYWELLZ, and Jen Winston (The Greedy Bisexual).Bri Hall SocialsInstagram @BriHallOfficialCount to Ten Instagram @counttotenpodcastTwitter @BriHallOfficialTiktok @iAmBriHallYouTube @ Bri Hall
