Best Jacqueline Trumbull and Kibby McMahon Podcasts (2025)

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Sex After Trauma: How PTSD Affects Sexual Intimacy 57:18

3d ago57:18

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) The invisible connection between trauma and sexual intimacy affects countless relationships, yet remains largely hidden in silence and shame. In this episode, we dive deep into why PTSD creates significant barriers to healthy sexual function—even when the original trauma had nothing to do with sex.…

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Interview with Dr. Jordan Quaglia: The Science of We-Care beyond Self-Care 1:11:59

10d ago1:11:59

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Do we always have to choose between caring for ourselves vs. caring for others? Nope! Dr. Jordan Quaglia, associate professor at Naropa University, introduces us to "We-Care" – a revolutionary approach to caring that blends self-care and caring for others into an integrated practice where they mutu…

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Triangulation: How Loved Ones Get Stuck in Toxic Relationship Dynamics 58:16

17d ago58:16

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Have you ever noticed a never-ending cycle of drama amongst your family or friend group? In this episode, we talk about how the Drama Triangle might be the hidden pattern keeping your relationships stuck in painful cycles. Whether you're supporting a loved one with mental illness or navigating diff…

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Interview with Paula Croxson: An Insider Look into Polyamory 1:10:47

24d ago1:10:47

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) What if we've been thinking about love all wrong? What if the idea that we must choose just one person to love deeply is simply a cultural construct rather than an inherent truth about human relationships? In this episode, we discuss with Paula Croxson, our friend and practicing polyamorist how we …

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Interview with Madison Errichiello: Love is Blind, Loss, and Healing through Trauma 1:01:51

1M ago1:01:51

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Madison Errichiello steps out of the "Love is Blind" pods and into a raw, illuminating conversation about healing from trauma and finding strength in vulnerability. Known for her openness about mental health on the show, Madison joins us to reveal the deeper layers behind what viewers saw – and how…

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Self-Pity: The Social Costs of Wallowing In Your Troubles 59:30

1M ago59:30

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Ever found yourself wanting to scream when someone launches into their hundredth "woe is me" monologue? Yep, we've been there. In this episode, we talk about one of the more isolating coping mechanisms: self-pity. We break down exactly what makes self-pity so aggravating for loved ones—that toxic c…

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MySpace Top Eight: How We're Haunted By Our Teenage Popularity 1:00:24

1M ago1:00:24

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) The wounds of high school popularity - or lack thereof - run surprisingly deep. In this episode, we explore how our teenage and adolescent social status continues to shape our self-concept decades later, informing how we navigate relationships, perceive our value, and approach social hierarchies. W…

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Long-Distance Love: Making It Work When Miles Apart 1:00:45

2M ago1:00:45

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Distance makes the heart grow fonder—or does it? In this episode, we explore long-distance relationships and what the research actually shows about couples who love across miles. We share our own varied experiences with long-distance love—from casual dating situations to serious commitments. Differ…

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Your Brain on Extremes: How All-or-Nothing Thinking Affects Mental Health 1:13:15

2M ago1:13:15

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) We all know those moments—when everything feels either perfect or disastrous, when someone is either completely trustworthy or utterly toxic. "All-or-nothing," "black-and-white," or dichotomous thinking, shapes our relationships, political views, and self-perception in profound ways. But where does…

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Arrested Development: The Generational Trauma of Emotionally Immature Parents 1:02:47

2M ago1:02:47

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Are your parents bad at dealing with difficult emotions? Do they fall apart, ignore, criticize or withdraw when you need them the most? Emotional immaturity in parents causes profound ripple effects through generations, creating patterns many of us don't recognize until we're deep into adulthood. B…

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Why Are They Acting Like a Child? Understanding Emotional Immaturity 1:01:55

2M ago1:01:55

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) When your dating a guy who isn't ready to settle down or your friend whines for not getting what she wants, you roll your eyes and think "they're so immature." But what does being "mature" mean, exactly? In this episode, we nerd out over the concept of emotional immaturity, the developmental aspect…

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Interview with Dr. Blaise Aguirre: Confronting the Shadows of Self-Hatred 1:00:28

3M ago1:00:28

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Do you hate yourself or know someone who does? We delve into the painful reality of people who loathe themselves with Dr. Blaise Aguirre, a distinguished expert in child and adolescent psychiatry at McLean Hospital. We navigate the often-overlooked dimensions of self-loathing, delving into how it m…

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Transforming Defensiveness: From Conflict to Connection in Relationships 1:11:40

3M ago1:11:40

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) If defending yourself is important for protecting your self-respect in relationships, then why is "defensiveness" so bad? In this episode, we discuss "acceptable" and "not acceptable" defensiveness and cover strategies to transform those knee-jerk defensive reactions into opportunities for growth a…

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Navigating the Complex Family Dynamics of a New Marriage 59:00

3M ago59:00

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Can a new marriage really shake the foundation of a once harmonious family? Maybe if the newcomer is, ahem, emotionally challenging. In today's episode, we respond to a listener who asked for tips on dealing with the toxic behavior of a new family member. "Emma," a Little Helper, sent us a message …

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Exploring Ethical Non-Monogamy: Redefining Commitment and Navigating Open Relationships 1:12:19

3M ago1:12:19

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Is ethical non-monogamy simply a radical departure from tradition, or a return to our more natural relational roots? In this episode, we respond to one of our fans' questions about how to have an open relationship (thank you, fan from Columbia, Missouri!). We share stories and observations from div…

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Interview with Dr. Marina Rosenthal: Unlocking the Secrets of Sexual Health and Intimacy through Sex Therapy 1:05:03

4M ago1:05:03

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Sex shouldn't feel like a chore...unless that's something you're into! In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Marina Rosenthal to talk about sex therapy. Dr. Rosenthal discusses how sex therapy addresses various issues, from erectile dysfunction and pain during sex to navigating non-monogamy and infi…

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Plastic Surgery: Navigating Self-Love, Societal Pressure, and Body Image 57:36

4M ago57:36

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Is plastic surgery a sign of self-improvement or a lack of self-love? In this episode, we reflect on this question after both of our (first?) major plastic surgery procedures: Kibby's double mastectomy for breast cancer treatment and Jacqueline’s decision to undergo liposuction. We question societa…

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Situationships, friends with benefits, and other fancy names for sex without commitment 1:04:26

4M ago1:04:26

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) What happens when you have sex with someone you like, get along with, and trust, but don't want to call it a "serious relationship"? In this episode, we explore the types of casual relationships such as friends with benefits and situationships, where the lines between friendship, passion, and intim…

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Navigating Boundaries and Grief: Dr. Caitlin Fang's Journey Through Family Mental Health Challenges 1:10:53

5M ago1:10:53

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) When faced with the heart-wrenching decision to set boundaries with a loved one battling mental health issues, the choice is never easy. Many of us choose to estrange ourselves and cut off contact with difficult parents for our own wellbeing, but we also risk losing them forever. In this special ep…

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Breaking Free from Narcissistic Parents: Healing, Self-Worth, and Healthier Relationships 1:04:54

5M ago1:04:54

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) When you grow up in a household where love feels conditional, and your sense of self-worth hinges on meeting impossibly high standards. In this episode, we discuss the challenges faced by those who have navigated life with narcissistic parents. We explore the emotional scars left by such upbringing…

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Surviving the Holidays: Tips for maintaining sanity through family dysfunction 43:42

6M ago43:42

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Tis the season to be overwhelmed by family dysfunction! The holidays often unravel unresolved family dynamics and we often have to balance time with loved ones and our own sanity. In this episode, we delve into the emotional triggers that resurface during festive gatherings, like feeling like a chi…

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Digesting the Election: Understanding the Support and Criticism of Trump 59:24

6M ago59:24

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Well, the results are in: Donald Trump is the president of the United States. Again. This election came with a ton of emotions on either side of the political divide. In a world where differing political views often lead to divisive conflicts, how can we bridge the gap and maintain our relationship…

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Interview with Dr. Marina Rosenthal: Strategies for high conflict couples 56:15

7M ago56:15

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Every couple fights sometimes, but what if conflict is the norm in your relationship? High conflict couples tend to fight, shut down, yell, and sometimes even get violent too often. In this episode, we talk to couples therapist and relationship mindset expert Dr. Marina Rosenthal about how high con…

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Unveiling the Dark Side: Exploring Sex Trafficking, Power Imbalances, and Abuse in the Celebrity World 54:04

7M ago54:04

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) How well do you really understand the grim reality of sex trafficking? We challenge some of the most deeply-held misconceptions, revealing its unsettling proximity to our everyday lives. We confront the recent allegations against music mogul Diddy, exploring how power and abuse intertwine in comple…

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Estrangement: The rising trend of cutting off toxic family members 1:12:41

8M ago1:12:41

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Welcome back to the first episode of our fifth season! Whether it's a temporary break or a permanent distance, many of us have cut off contact with a family member when the relationship has gotten too difficult. Estrangement is on the rise as more people are deciding to cut off contact with their p…

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Season 4 Wrap up: From feeling lost to...a little less lost 49:15

9M ago49:15

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Well, this year has been trying, to say the least. From losing a beloved pet, coping with cancer, and career transitions, we open up about the challenges we've had to overcome throughout season 4. In this episode, we recap the season and reflect on the strategies we used to rebuild our resilience a…

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Interview with Dr. Erin Berenz: Navigating sexual assault, trauma, and healing 56:45

10M ago56:45

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) The #MeToo movement raised awareness of just how common sexual assault really is. Unwanted sexual contact can have devastating consequences on the victim's life through trauma symptoms that show up at work, at home, and in love. In this episode, Dr. Erin Berenz (associate professor at University of…

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Interview with Dr. Marcus Rodriguez: Expert strategies for strengthening parent-teen relationships 1:11:51

10M ago1:11:51

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) These days, the only thing harder than being a teen is parenting one. How do we even raise healthy adolescents and teens when they have the world literally at their fingertips and vapes look like harmless toys?? For this episode, we welcome back Dr. Marcus Rodriguez, a leading specialist in youth a…

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Entitlement: Its Impact on Narcissism, Careers, and Relationships 1:07:47

11M ago1:07:47

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) You deserve to have your dreams come true, to get what you want out of life, to always be treated like a queen!...or do you? In this episode, we talk about entitlement, the tendency to think you will get special treatment or resources no matter what. We discuss the pros and cons of entitlement, why…

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Dating Borderline Personality Disorder 1:03:27

11M ago1:03:27

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Love can feel "dysregulated" even in the best relationships with intense infatuation, disappointments, intimacy, and heartbreak. However, dating someone with borderline personality disorder (BPD) means these ups and downs can get extreme. In this episode, we talk about what it's like to be in a rom…

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To Parent or Not to Parent? Exploring the Child-free Life 49:39

12M ago49:39

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Choosing to become a parent is one of the most important and impactful decisions one could make. But how on earth do we make such an important decision without really knowing how it'll turn out? In this episode, we discuss what the pros and cons of a child-free life. We also talk about the decision…

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Interview with Dr. Matt Scult: How to Master Stress 57:45

12M ago57:45

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) When did saying "I'm so stressed" become the norm? Stress seems to be a given for anyone out there adulting so it's hard to know when it becomes a problem and what to do about it. In this episode, we talk about stress with Dr. Matt Scult, VP of Clinical Science at Scenario, licensed psychologist, a…

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Parasocial Relationships: Connecting to the Stars 58:30

1y ago58:30

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) When our levels of Netflix binges get so intense, we end up spending more time with our favorite characters or celebrities than anyone else in our lives. The connections we have to these stars is called parasocial relationships. In this episode, we delve into parasocial relationships, why we need t…

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Escaping the Trap: Unveiling the Reality of Narcissistic Abuse 1:02:03

1y ago1:02:03

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Relationships with narcissists can be thrilling, consuming, and completely devastating. Narcissists try to fill the void of their own insecurities by controlling or exploiting their loved ones, creating patterns of narcissistic abuse. In this episode, we talk about how people can tell if they're a …

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Living with Multiple Personalities: Meet the Parts! 1:35:39

1y ago1:35:39

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) For this second episode on dissociative identity disorder (DID; commonly known as "multiple personality disorder"), we welcome back patient Molly to meet some of her other personalities! In our last episode, Molly and her therapist Dr. Caitlin Fang described what it's like to live with 13 other sep…

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Living with Multiple Personalities: A Story of Dissociative Identity Disorder 1:18:04

1y ago1:18:04

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Ever wonder what it's like to live with multiple personalities? Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) is a rare condition that involves having at least two separate identities (also called "alters" or "parts") that can think and feel independently. In this very special episode, Dr. Caitlin Fang and …

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Interview with Evan Katz: Dating tips for smart, strong, successful women 1:09:07

1+ y ago1:09:07

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) "I have everything but the guy" is a common struggle for successful women these days. As we've discussed in previous episodes, dating is already difficult and can be even more so for strong, independent women. In this episode, the expert dating coach Evan Katz shares his insights on the challenges …

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The Big C: Living and Loving with Cancer 1:10:56

1+ y ago1:10:56

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Kibby has some unfortunate news to share: She has just been diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer. As much of a shock as it is, cancer rates are on the rise in younger adults and no one knows why. Such a devastating illness can turn someone's life upside down in an instant- for the people diagnosed …

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Letting go of beliefs that hold you back 1:04:25

1+ y ago1:04:25

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) A new year, new you. For the start of 2024, many people want to leave behind unwanted parts of ourselves. Some beliefs can haunt us and hold us back, like "I'm not good enough", "I don't deserve love," or "there is no way I can quit eating these chocolates" (or so we've heard). However, anyone who'…

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Loving and Losing Pets 1:06:01

1+ y ago1:06:01

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Famously considered "man's best friend," our pets can be one of our most important sources of emotional support and companionship. From cats and dogs to hamsters and goldfish, pets become part of our family and losing them can come with a deep grieving process that isn't well acknowledged in our so…

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Interview with Marcus Rodriguez: Recovering from chronic invalidation 1:11:57

1+ y ago1:11:57

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) One of the biggest puzzles is why some people carry so much anger, pain, depression, or anxiety even though they haven't experienced a "real trauma." This might be a sign of chronic invalidation, when someone received consistent messages that their emotions aren't valid when they're growing up. Chr…

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For Richer or Poorer: Fixing the Business Partner Relationship 53:04

1+ y ago53:04

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) It's an exciting time when entrepreneurs find the perfect business partner to co-found a new company. However, many don't realize that a staggering 65% of startups fail because of cofounder conflicts. Entrepreneurs who overlook the importance of their business partner relationships are at high risk…

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Failing Successfully 1:07:59

1+ y ago1:07:59

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) This is our 100th episode of "A Little Help For Our Friends"! Of course, we celebrate this exciting milestone by reflecting on our successful failures. In this era, people are too afraid to put themselves out there and risk failure. However, we have always encouraged taking risks, trying new skills…

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Season 3 Wrap Up 51:27

1+ y ago51:27

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) We wrap up season 3 reflecting on this doozy of a year. Around a year ago, Jacqueline and Kibby were coming back from Portugal where Jacqueline was breaking off an engagement and Kibby was gestating a huge baby. We talk about the lessons learned during these major life changes, which inspired our e…

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Interview with Jared Glenn: How to make men better! 1:14:41

1+ y ago1:14:41

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) In our last episode, we talked about how men are struggling these days with shifting gender roles, identity, and mental health. Now what? How can we help these men and, of course, the women who love them? Jared Glenn is our first returning guest to our podcast and has some answers. In this episode,…

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The Fall of Man: Are Men...Getting Worse? 59:18

2y ago59:18

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) "Men are trash." "Why are all men such babies." "Ken in the new Barbie movie is insufferable...but also lowkey the best part of the movie." If you've said one one of the former statements, there's a reason for that. Men of this generation are experiencing a crisis of identity, purpose and mental he…

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Interview with Emily Calandrelli: Encouraging women in STEM fields 50:20

2y ago50:20

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Careers in STEM fields are notoriously challenging for women. Female engineers and scientists often struggle with imposter syndrome, self-doubt and burnout as a result of trying to make it in these male-dominated fields. Emily Calandrelli shatters this glass ceiling as a former MIT engineer, scienc…

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Laziness! 1:02:06

2y ago1:02:06

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Whether it's an occasional Netflix binge or one of the Seven Deadly Sins, laziness is often a poorly regarded quality. But what is it, anyway? In this episode, we search for a definition of laziness and explanations for why someone would be considered lazy. Based on the research on motivation in th…

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Interview with Akili Interactive: Can we treat mental health with video games? 59:45

2y ago59:45

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) As helpful as traditional therapy can be, there simply aren't enough affordable therapists for everyone who needs mental health care. To address this growing problem, companies like Akili Interactive use technology to create innovative, accessible solutions for treating psychological disorders. In …

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Interview with Kendall Long: Bullying 1:02:43

2y ago1:02:43

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Send us a text! (add your email to get a response) Bullying is a widespread problem that can have a devastating, psychological impact on victims. With the explosion of social media and the internet, bullying can now happen both in public spaces and at our fingertips. Kendall Long is a fan favorite from ABC's Bachelor franchise and co-host of podcas…

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