In this tender and thought-provoking conversation, Julie and Derek explore the quiet wisdom of animals and the deep comfort they bring to our lives. From Esther's steady breathing to the mysterious presence of Bigfoot, they wander through stories that remind us of our shared connection to all living beings. Together, they reflect on how animals see our worth even when we forget it, the power of silence in understanding their communication, and what Jane Goodall's legacy continues to teach us about reverence, respect, and listening to the world around us.

In this very first episode of Mostly Functional, Derek and I talk about what it really means to be human. We laugh through a few tech mishaps, share how we first met, and explore the messy, tender, and funny parts of life that make us who we are and what it means to show up in the world as mostly functional. We delve into the question of "where are all the men in animal work" and come up with some hypothesis of our own! Join us for our premiere episode of where we prove over and over, we're all just.....mostly functional and doing the best we can!