This episode explores vulnerability, social dynamics at events, and creative ways to reconnect with community.  One of us stole some money and has absolutely zero regrets!  

 

 

keywords

community, burnout, vulnerability, social events, mental health, connection, podcast

 

 

TICKETS TO LIVE PODCAST

Join Cynthia and Josie as they navigate personal stories, anxiety management, and parenting challenges, sharing practical tips and heartfelt insights.

Keywords

anxiety, parenting, mental health, mindfulness, family travel, coping strategies, podcast

Key Topics

Anxiety management techniques
Parenting children with disabilities
Travel planning and anxiety relief

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Departure Festival
02:51 Anxiety and Family Dynamics
06:03 Coping with Anxiety and Mindfulness Techniques
08:51 Challenges of Parenting a Child with Disabilities
12:01 Navigating Mental Health and Medication
14:38 Community and Support for Families
17:36 Exploring Spirituality and Anxiety
20:25 Finding Solutions and Resources
23:40 Conclusion and Call for Suggestions

Resources

Merlin Bird ID App - https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/

 

Join Cynthia and Josie as they share hilarious stories from their recent festival adventures, discuss the challenges of social media, and explore themes of confidence, vulnerability, and the nostalgia for the 90s. This episode is a candid look at life, love, and the importance of staying true to oneself.

 

 

Keywords:, comedy, life stories, confidence, social media, nostalgia, 90s, mental health, authenticity, 
Juno's

• Juno's and hangover experiences
• The impact of social media comments and online hate
• Women’s confidence and default humility
• Nostalgia for the 90s and cultural trends
• Balancing authenticity and privacy in sharing stories

 

Sound Bites

• "Guess which one of us is hungover"
• "People comment on how you look in those outfits"
• "Music was everything to me in the 90s"

 

 

 

DEPARTURE TICKETS: Our first live podcast!!!!!!

Departure Tickets

Dr. Jen Gunter- OB/Gyn and New York Times bestselling author of The Vagina Bible and The Menopause Manifesto - joins us to cut through the noise around midlife health.

From hormones and peptides to weight gain to desire and everything in between, we unpack what’s real, what’s hype, and what women actually need to know.

If you’ve been feeling confused (or quietly skeptical), this episode is your no-nonsense guide to midlife clarity.

Subscribe to Jen’s Substack, The Vajenda: https://vajenda.substack.com

 

We were too busy passing a cold back and forth to record, so this one’s arriving a little late. Sorry (not sorry).

This week: a shopping standoff when we both want the same thing (who gets dibs?), another instalment of Cynthia’s ongoing sauna saga, and your questions about meeting your heroes and screen time for kids.

 

It’s chaotic, it’s meandering, and it’s exactly where you want to be.

 

Hold Me Tight:====== 

HOLD ME TIGHT BOOK

Cynthia and Josie as they navigate personal stories, relationship dynamics, health journeys, and pop culture, offering insights and humour along the way.

 

key topics

• The impact of couples therapy on communication and understanding
• Parenting challenges and strategies for cooperation
• Health journeys and weight management insights
• Pop culture reflections and conspiracy theories
• Personal stories of growth, resilience, and humour

 

 

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro are everywhere, there in doctors’ offices, group chats, and comment sections. For some, they’re life-changing. For others, they raise uncomfortable questions about body image, privilege, and the pressure to be thin at any cost.
But what doesn’t get talked about enough is what happens when you stop.
In this episode, Brianne Cail opens up about her decision to start Ozempic and Mounjaro for health reasons and followed when she had to come off them. From the financial strain to the physical and emotional impact, we unpack the realities people don’t always share out loud.
Because the truth about weight, money, and medical choice? It’s more complicated than a before-and-after photo.

Ozempic, Monjaro, weight loss, body image, food noise, health, personal journey, societal standards, emotional impact, medication

THE KIT ARTICLE

 

 

 Cynthia and Jose catch up on their lives, discussing everything from Cynthia's new bangs to the challenges of parenting and anxiety. They reflect on the pressures of caregiving, the inevitability of grief, and the cultural perceptions of aging and desirability. The conversation takes a turn towards conspiracy theories, particularly focusing on the Epstein files, and raises concerns about AI and personal safety. They also share humorous anecdotes about home renovations and personal life, including a funny story about sex toys. The episode concludes with a call for listener engagement and questions.

 

parenting, anxiety, grief, aging, attraction, conspiracy theories, Epstein, AI, home renovations, sex toys

 

LINKS:

Josie Shoots A Gun 

Epstein Files: Making Sense Of The Conspiracy Theories

Have you ever heard  of mindfulness in the bedroom?  If your body is having sex your mind should come to the party as well.   

Dr. Lori Brotto is a researcher, psychologist and also the author of Better Sex Through Mindfulness: How Women Can Cultivate Desire.  Dr Brotto discusses how mindfulness practices can enhance sexual desire and arousal.

Links: BETTER SEX THROUGH MINDFULNESS

Mindfulness recordings:RECORDINGS

In this conversation, Cynthia and Josie talk to Dr. Corinne Low and explore the challenges women face in balancing work, family, and personal fulfillment. Dr. Low shares her personal journey of burnout and the systemic issues that contribute to gender inequality in the workplace and home. They discuss the importance of redefining success, the economic implications of traditional family structures, and the need for women to invest in their careers while navigating modern relationships. The conversation emphasizes the necessity of agency and strategic decision-making in achieving personal and professional goals

Takeaways

• Cynthia shares her story of burnout and transformation.
• Dr. Low discusses the gendered experience of work and home.
• Women often do more housework and childcare, even as breadwinners.
• Marriage may not be beneficial for successful women.
• Women need to be strategic about their careers and workplace contributions.
• The traditional family structure has not evolved with women's roles.
• Economic insecurity is a significant concern for women leaning out.
• Investing in education and career is crucial for financial independence.
• Redefining success is essential for personal fulfillment.
• The conversation around men's roles in relationships needs to shift.

 

• "Your job is never gonna love you back."
• "We need a partner, not just a paycheck."
• "I want to lie down, not lean in."