Sticky Note Conversations

In this episode of Sticky Note Conversations, host Erika Washington and guest Derek Washington delve into a variety of topics ranging from the importance of voting in the current political climate to the intricacies of capitalism and its impact on society. They also discuss personal finance challenges and critique the Democratic Party's strategies and shortcomings. The conversation transitions into lighter fare with an in-depth discussion of the final Downton Abbey movie, including character arcs, plot points, and the series' historical context. Don't miss this comprehensive and engaging episode packed with insights and reflections.
  • (00:00) - Introduction to Sticky Note Conversations
  • (01:20) - Financial Freedom and Credit Scores
  • (03:57) - Capitalism and Military Socialism
  • (08:36) - Sean Diddy Combs' Legal Troubles
  • (12:28) - Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Performance
  • (15:34) - Nicki Minaj vs. Cardi B Feud
  • (21:03) - Taylor Swift's Marriage Announcement
  • (26:18) - ICE Raids and Racial Injustice
  • (34:32) - Democratic Party and Political Disillusionment
  • (44:08) - Government Shutdown and Communication Issues
  • (45:39) - Government Agencies Under Attack
  • (46:11) - Democrats' Fear of Addressing Race
  • (46:25) - Project 2025 and Class Warfare
  • (48:27) - Billionaires and Economic Inequality
  • (48:49) - Celebrity Critique and Wealth
  • (49:23) - Transition to a Lighter Note
  • (49:34) - Downton Abbey Finale Experience
  • (50:52) - Theater Experience and Movie Review
  • (52:51) - Character Arcs and Storylines
  • (01:11:15) - Final Thoughts on Downton Abbey
  • (01:17:12) - Wrapping Up and Farewell

Creators and Guests

Producer
Erika Washington
SE
Editor
Simone Endress
WB
Composer
Wil Black

What is Sticky Note Conversations?

To keep my thoughts in order and my to-do lists remotely manageable I create arrays of sticky notes on my desk and wall. New idea? Stick note! Someone I want to meet with? Sticky Note! Need to remember to pay a parking ticket? Write it on a sticky note. Over the course of the last year, I have wanted to create a podcast that allowed me to dive deep into conversations with interesting people.. I wanted to have real conversations that were more than sound bites or regurgitated talking points about fluffy topics. My hope is that each episode feels like old friends catching up. Revealing great information but also humanity, struggle, victory, joy, grief, and possibly, a flicker of transcendence.

I hope you will enjoy these as much as I do creating them.
Join me here every Saturday as I pull a new sticky note off my desk.