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This week on Ducking Realitea, we’re diving into the raw, unfiltered terrain of grief with someone incredibly special. Stacia isn’t just a seasoned therapist in this space, she’s also the person who sat with Siobhan through some of her darkest disorienting moments, making this conversation tender, honest, and deeply human.

Together, they explore what grief actually looks and feels like beyond the clichés and movie scripts, the shock, the identity shift, the emotional whiplash, the friendships that change, and the moments of unexpected humor that somehow sneak in. Stacia shares how her own life was reshaped by sudden loss, and how it led her from birth doula work to grief counseling, helping others alchemize pain into purpose.

They unpack why accepting a “new normal” isn’t about being okay with what happened, but about learning to carry love forward in a new form. You’ll walk away with language, tools, and perspective for navigating your own grief or supporting someone you care about, and maybe feel a little less weird the next time grief shows up at your door.

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In this raw and riveting episode, Siobhan sits down with Erik, a man who’s stared down addiction, homelessness, and trauma, and somehow turned it all into purpose. From sleeping on the streets of San Francisco to finding love and stability, Erik’s story is a masterclass in resilience and radical self-reinvention.

With unflinching honesty, he opens up about multiple marriages, substance abuse, a near-fatal stabbing, and the unconventional paths that helped him heal, from psychedelic therapy and ketamine treatments to shamanic practices and hard-won self-compassion.

There’s a psychedelic twist, a lesson in empathy, and a reminder that healing isn’t about perfection, it’s about honesty. By the end, Erik proves that telling the truth out loud won’t rewrite your past, but it might just change your future.

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Erik shows up unfiltered, and that’s exactly why this conversation hits. From leaving the South for the Bay in ’95 to surviving a 12-year spiral and sleeping off-grid in San Francisco, Erik’s story is one of grit, growth, and radical honesty. He shares the unexpected kindness that pulled him back, the pie that sparked love, and the moment anger finally loosened its grip.

Together, we dig into consent, kink, and sexual wellness, including real talk on PrEP, Doxy-PEP, and harm reduction, not as theory, but as lived experience. There’s a psychedelic twist, a lesson in empathy, and a reminder that healing isn’t about perfection, it’s about honesty.

By the end, Erik proves that telling the truth out loud won’t rewrite your past, but it might just change your future.

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In this milestone 50th episode, Siobhan welcomes back one of her very first guests — the radiant and real Carrie, for a raw, full-circle conversation about transformation, independence, and authenticity. Three years after leaving her marriage and corporate life, Carrie reflects on how her daughter’s courage inspired her to finally stand up for herself and start over.

Together, they explore the lessons of letting go, from physical possessions to emotional baggage — and how mindfulness, gratitude, and even body oiling became acts of healing. The duo dives deep into the power of awareness, the tenderness of mother-daughter bonds, and the messy beauty of rediscovering joy after heartbreak.

This episode celebrates not just personal growth, but the art of reclaiming your voice, your body, and your joy. It’s equal parts therapy session, friendship manifesto, and gentle reminder that you’re never too old, too late, or too lost to begin again.

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This episode is equal parts howl-laugh funny and gut-honest. Tara grew up on the move, addiction, violence, VA psych-ward parents, and a cross-country “escape” to North Dakota, then found stability with her grandmother and, eventually, herself. She talks teen pregnancy and an open adoption, choosing partners who felt “protective” until it slid into control, and the thief-in-the-night breakups that followed.

Through it all: art as medicine, code-switching as survival, and therapy as the slow, steady re-parenting she didn’t know she needed. Today, with grown kids, a good man, and a creative community, Tara’s practicing the soft skills, slowing down, self-talk that isn’t savage, and letting joy be ordinary. If you’ve ever restarted from scratch (or wanted to), this one will land.

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Tracie Reams, Siobhan’s very first guest, returns to Ducking Realitea for a raw, heartfelt catch-up on life’s twists and turns. After leaving her role as Clinical Director due to surgeries and health setbacks, Tracie found herself unexpectedly terminated, just a week before a crucial doctor’s appointment. As her own healing journey unfolded, she also stepped into the role of caregiver for her father, who’s now battling dementia after a series of falls.

Between managing disability, navigating pain management, and recovering from a recent TIA, Tracie has leaned even deeper into her greatest medicine: music. She shares how songwriting became both therapy and creative fire, and how performing again helps her stay connected to joy, even through uncertainty.

Siobhan and Tracie dive into the messy middle of it all, health, finances, relationships, non-monogamy, bisexuality, and the power of radical honesty. Through it all, Tracie remains grounded in gratitude for her community, her creativity, and the stubborn spark that keeps her singing when life gets loud.

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A brief update on what's happening in the Ducking world, and why there isn't an episode out this week along with an introduction to the Squirrel Gurls. 

Curious, quirky, and completely unfiltered podcast with host Siobhan and Ana. 

Two funny and inquisitive girls interview various guests in a stream-of-consciousness style. While they try to stay focused, they take the audience on a wild ride through their lively, playful, and spontaneous thoughts and deep-dive questions to explore a wide range of topics.
 

Tracy from Black Widow Botttles. 

Under the dappled shade of the trees, the Squirrel Gurls engaged in a thought-provoking conversation with the talented Tracy Cheri Jones. A passionate taxidermist, Tracy specializes in the mesmerizing art of wet specimens, transforming her unique vision into heartfelt creations. With meticulous care, she curates an array of delicate treasures, including piglet embryos, kittens, snakes, and other remarkable animals, each one ethically sourced and treated with the utmost reverence and honor.

Tracy’s craftsmanship is deeply rooted in love and a desire to educate others about the beauty of the natural world. Her dedication breathes life into her work, inviting observers to contemplate the mysteries of existence. How often does one get the chance to witness the intricate beauty of a piglet embryo? Tune in to this captivating interview and immerse yourself in the inspiration that flows from Tracy’s remarkable journey.
You can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcast, and your other favorite streaming services. Be sure to like and subscribe to our Facebook and Instagram pages! Thanks for climbing into the tree with us!

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Former ICE agent Karen Beckels returns to Ducking Realitea for an unflinching conversation about power, conflict, and transformation. From her days on the inside facing moral dilemmas to watching today’s ICE controversies unfold, Karen shares what it feels like to carry those experiences and why she ultimately chose a new path. Honest, raw, and surprisingly hopeful, this episode shines a light on the human cost of enforcement work, and the resilience it takes to move beyond it.

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This week on Ducking Realitea, we stitched together three mini-episodes with Gavin, founder of The Chaga Company and the Onesie King.

Gavin shares the vision behind opening what might be the first dedicated onesie store in the world at One Market Plaza (aka One Marketplace) in San Francisco, a hybrid retail + wellness space with classes (mushroom-dyeing, essential oils, stamp making), EMA body workouts, and community events including the Offical After party for Mushroom Days Masquerade Ball (Oct 2). Across the three chats, he also reveals brand-new products: Myco Salt (a Chaga/Reishi/Turkey Tail/Lion’s Mane infused truffle salt) and his “sexy” Chaga Chocolate (with a women’s blend featuring blue lotus), plus coming soon a Filipino Bao! 

It’s a candid, joyful catch-up about building something weird, welcoming, and wildly communal in downtown SF. If you missed his first appearance (Episode 27),  go listen and come back to this update on all thing Gavin! 

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 Honest, unfiltered, and just the right touch of Tism. 

 The trio is back! Siobhan, Holly, and Danielle sit down for another unapologetic round of Touch of the Tism. From barroom creeps to disability struggles, from friendships gone sour to the art of matching creep energy with chaos — nothing is off-limits. Expect sharp honesty, wild stories (yes, pelicans, porn sites, and fart defense strategies make an appearance), and a reminder that community, accountability, and laughter matter most. Pour a drink, lean in, and prepare for some serious ducking real talk. 

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