Listen, Here's the Thing

This week, we kick things off with graduation season recap,the caps, gowns, questionable venue, and the emotional rollercoaster of realizing your baby is really leaving the nest. Katie’s still spiraling about her soon-to-be empty house, while Meko is trying to get her a new hobby and travel itinerary.  

They  give their hot takes on Sirens on Netflix (Kevin Bacon bringing it) and finally catch up on the drama in Mobland. Katie’s officially on HRT and now sleeps like a sedated toddler, while Meko’s dream life is so out there, she may need a journal and a spiritual advisor. 

Then we dive into something we all care about: Longevity. From movement and meals that fuel you (not just shrink you), to supplements that actually do something, and friendships that keep you young, we’re breaking down some longevity pillars… in our signature, no-BS way. 

So grab your magnesium, pour your Tuesday wine, and let’s age like fine tequila: strong, smooth, and with a little salt. 

This week, Katie and Meko pour the wine and unpack all the feels around graduation season. With kids heading off into new chapters (and one adorable guest appearance from Meko’s daughter Evie fresh off her elementary school walkthrough), the moms are feeling some kind of way. 

They’re asking all the real questions: 

• Are we emotionally prepared for an empty nest… or just pretending we are? 

• What do we actually do with all this extra time? 

• Should we pick up a hobby, start journaling, or just celebrate that the house stays cleaner? 

Whether you’re planning a grad party or bracing yourself for the silence, this episode is your mix of heart, humor, and “holy crap, how did we get here?” 

Cheers to the next season of life—and maybe a little midweek day drinking while we figure it out. 

This week, Katie and Meko welcome their hilarious and dear friend Angeliquea Passaglia, author of Here Comes Menopause—to talk about the change with a lot less shame and a lot more sass. From Aunt Flow (or Aunt Rose?) to hot flashes, weight gain, and testosterone pellets, nothing is off limits. 

Angeliquea gets real about what actually helped, what was a total scam, and why she’s over giving her energy to people who haven’t earned it. Plus, her husband Mike wrote a chapter of the book—yes, from his perspective—and we get into how relationships survive when your hormones are throwing Molotov cocktails. 

Whether you're deep in it, on the edge of it, or just Googling weird symptoms at 2 a.m.—this episode will make you laugh, cry, and feel way less alone. 

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This week, Katie and Meko go from the first wine pour to tears. After a weekend of senior prom prep and pictures, charity events, and the current vote taking place in town, things take a more heartfelt turn as Meko reads a poem about motherhood that has both ladies crying into their wine glasses.  They might be sharing their birth stories.  

They’re also chatting about college kids moving home for the summer—and what it means when adult kids don’t move out. Is it cozy… or chaotic? 

In pop culture land, it’s all things Met Gala fashion, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry drama, and Tom Cruise’s Mission: Final Appearance. Katie’s already emotionally preparing for Wicked Part 2, and they deep dive into MobLand theories (is Maeve the real villain?!). 

No rapid-fire questions this week, just a breakdown of Grit vs. Talent. 

This week, Katie and Meko are pulling back the podcast curtain and introducing the secret sauce behind the scenes, our editor and producer, Kelsey Meyers (aka the person who cuts out the awkward pauses, edits the rants, and still somehow loves us). 

We talk all things:  What it’s really like editing Listen, Here’s the Thing 

It’s equal parts behind-the-scenes confessions, big laughs, and sentimental send-off energy as our beloved editor heads into a new life chapter. Whether you’re a longtime listener or just here to listen how many times we get the facts wrong, this one’s full of heart, humor, and a whole new appreciation for the magic behind the mic. 

This week, Katie and Meko talk turkey hunting, Easter, and existential questions about life after the kids move out.  

There is also your weekly dose of unimportant news, Blue Origin’s s all-female flight backlash, Bieber looking lost at Coachella and Blake & Justin are back in the news.  And it is not looking good for Blake 

New to the podcast, what wine are we drinking?  Is it a Tuesday wine and was it a “pour decision” 

Plus, Meko teases next week’s guest and Katie decides this might just be her “rebirth era.” Tune in for laughs, opinions you didn’t ask for, and a reminder that you’re not alone in the midlife circus. 

This week, Katie and Meko are coming in hot, or at least lukewarm, because Michigan weather is finally giving a spring vibe, and there’s plenty to catch up on. Meko recaps her East Coast girls' weekend, and Katie’s navigating the land of teenage promposals, senioritis, and grad party prep. 

• The ladies break down the Coachella drama that has the internet calling it the worst year ever. 
• Rory McIlroy’s big Masters win  
• The Blue Origin flight, less of a win for women in STEM and more of a rich person’s ability to get to space for a hot minute. 

Plus, it’s officially spring-cleaning season, but don’t worry, Katie and Meko aren’t here to shame your junk drawer. They’re just trying to share a couple of realistic tips, that they probably won’t do anyway. 

After a quick recap of their Mexico travels, Katie and Meko are joined by the genius behind the new wine and cocktail pairing app, Pairable.ai, that’s changing the way we drink and snack. Whether you're a “whatever’s open” kind of gal or someone who needs the perfect sip for your truffle popcorn, this episode has your taste buds covered. 

They chat with the app’s creator, Dave Asiala, and CMO, Melissa Schalk, about how this whole idea came to life, how the app actually works, and why yes, you can pair tequila with more than just tacos. 

If you’ve ever stared at your liquor shelf and muttered, “What goes with this?” this episode is for you.  You will want to download this app, ASAP! 

This week, Katie and Meko are podcasting LIVE from Mexico—with drinks in hand, monkeys in the trees, and chaos (as always) in the background. Between dolphin swims, Katie’s husband losing his phone, and attempting to record while everyone on the resort walks by, they somehow manage to cover everything from family vacations to cold plunging. 

They’re breaking down the difference between relaxing and doing all the excursions (guess who’s team “Let’s chill” and who’s on team “Let’s book it all”?). Plus, the reality of vacation fashion, supplements on-the-go, and how puffiness hits different in paradise, and yes, Chris makes a couple appearances with cocktails because he understood the assignment.  

It’s a sun-soaked, tequila-fueled episode filled with laughs, lounging, and a few lessons in vacation survival. Catch the vibes and get ready for the real talk about heading back to real life after a week in paradise. 

This week, Katie and Meko are catching up after a weekend of big city adventures and big couch energy. Meko hit the town in Detroit while Katie dove headfirst into a new Netflix series—spoiler: it’s binge-worthy. 

But the heart of the episode is all about your inner circle. The ladies dig into what it really means to surround yourself with people who lift you up, know your worth, and cheer you on—no judgment, no competition, just real deal support. Because after 40, you don’t need a crowd, you need a crew.  

Katie and Meko share their favorite takeaways on navigating setbacks, shifting perspective, and showing up for yourself like a boss. 

Come for the girl talk, stay for the growth.