Jana and Brian dive headfirst into TikTok withdrawals and Instagram Reels methadone. Brian recommits to finishing his stand-up hour after what he calls a “comedy sabbatical,” Jana productivity-maxes on antidepressants, and together they unpack algorithm slop bowls, Threads nostalgia, Land Back discourse, and why every app now feels like it was invented by a supervillain. In the advice segment, a soon-to-graduate listener wonders whether to pursue grad school, move home, or chase community and love elsewhere. This prompts a heartfelt (and chaotic) counsel about quitting jobs, moving to big cities, and refusing to let federal funding or avoidant Native men derail your dreams. It’s equal parts cultural commentary, career crisis hotline, and cold-brew-fueled delusion.

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Hosts: Jana Schmieding (@janaunplgd) and Brian Bahe (@brian_bahe)
Music: Steve Jenkins (@stevejenkins)
Producer: John Delviscio (@johndelviscio)

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