Egg pan, yes we start with another short chat about the egg pans in our lives and whether WE should just "chill" more or others should raise the bar a bit. But don’t worry, we don’t stay scrambled for long. In true Thing Doers fashion, we veer off into everything from bizarre phobias and random personal trivia to cruise ships, porta-potties, and the best and worst jobs we’ve had. And what we’d say to our younger, dumber selves—because nothing says "therapy" like chatting with your inner child over an egg pan. Buckle up, it’s an episode as messy and delightful as breakfast at 2 p.m. Which again, in Thing Doers fashion we hadn’t eaten yet and never remember to schedule that into our ever busy days.

Episode 33: Careless Culture?

Are we all just getting... lazy? In this episode, Pam and Sam ask the hard-hitting question: Are we becoming (and raising) a Careless Culture? You know the type—leaving messes for someone else, living in a personal bubble of “not my problem,” and casually ignoring the ripple effects of our actions like it’s a competitive sport. But don’t worry, we don’t stay too deep for too long. We veer off into the questionable bathing habits of the Old West, dog poop and piano teachers. Oh, and of course we toss in a few tips, because we’re helpful like that—even if society isn’t.

In this episode of The Thing Doers, Sam and Pam take on the so-called "formula for a perfect day"—and promptly call nonsense on it. Along the way, they tackle They chat about everyone's favorite pit of despair: the DMV, ponder different types of clouds and get real about the examples we're setting when it comes to male and female roles for the next generation. As always, they wrap things up with a couple of practical tips to make your imperfect day a little bit better. So basically Perfect days are fake. DMV rage is real. And clouds are watching us.

Guess who’s back? That’s right—Sam and Pam have dusted off the mics, wrangled their thoughts (sort of), and are kicking off Season 2 of The Thing Doers with an episode that covers everything you never knew you needed.

They’re diving into the fine art of flipping someone off (yes, there are options), celebrating the magic of boredom (who knew doing nothing could be so profound?), and talking sleep—glorious, elusive sleep. Plus, they’re sharing what they’re loving right now, dropping a few tips and tricks, and throwing in some stuff and things because... why not?

If you've missed the sarcasm, the oversharing, and the wildly useful (or at least entertaining) advice, don’t worry—they're back and still doing the things. Welcome to Season 2, baby.

Pam surprises Sam with a blast from the past—way back to when The Thing Doers was a trio! That’s right, Richelle stops by to record with us today, and in the spirit of surprises, we dive into the ultimate debate: surprise parties—love them or loathe them? From there, we spiral into bridesmaids - who needs em, the mission to make sure mom’s stocking at Christmas isn’t just a flat sock, what we’re currently watching, and something to ponder — Is Taylor Swift actually a man? Plus, we circle back to reunions because, apparently, we’re still not over it. It’s a little nostalgic, a little chaotic, and 100% us.

In this episode, Sam and Pam kick things off mid-rant about cheapskates and people who insist on shrink-wrapping their entire existence (couch, lamps, car, soul—you name it). But eventually, they land on the real topic of this episode, their recent “read” “The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins and unpack how this little gem of a theory is messing with their deeply ingrained need for control. Anxiety? Stress? Oh, they’ve got thoughts. And because they can’t stay on topic, they wrap it all up with chats about cell phones, social media doom, football, and commercials. Just another day in the Thing Doers universe, give it a listen, or don’t, whatever.

Pam starts with a confession: she’s sometimes a total mess when it comes to recording these episodes—episode 20 almost didn’t happen! But today the ladies ponder the enigma of people who live without calendars, skip emails, and seem to have zero responsibilities, Pam and Sam dive into the clash of organized vs. chaotic living. And those red notification bubbles? They’re not just visual—they’re downright audible to these two. The debate gets real: who’s actually more stressed, the planner-obsessed or the free spirits? With a mix of laughs, relatable chaos, and a couple of life-easing tips, this episode is the perfect blend of snark and sanity.

Sam and Pam kick things off with their signature off-topic chatter, diving into mom intuition, baby monitors, and fitness trackers—because who doesn’t need even more information to stress over? Then it’s onto class reunions, body image, and the joys (ha!) of menopause. They’ll ask the big questions: Can we be real? Can we undo the damage social media and filters have done to how we see ourselves? Spoiler alert: It’s complicated. Join them for an honest, unfiltered (literally) chat about self-talk, aging, and keeping it real in a world that thrives on fake.

In this bite-sized follow-up to Are You Ready?, Pam is on her own and Sam is in the midst of a snowstorm headed their way and she IS ready. Pam zeroes in on the holy grail of emergency prep: the "go bag" (or "stay bag," depending on whether the universe wants you to run or hunker down). With signature Thing Doer practicality, we walk you through exactly what to pack—spoiler alert: it’s not just snacks and socks, but yes, snacks and socks are essential. In less 10 minutes, you’ll get a good list of must-haves to stay ready for tornadoes, wildfires, earthquakes, or any other random catastrophe that heads your way. Compact, and to the point—because you don’t have time to waste if the world is ending.

In this episode of The Thing Doers, titled "Are You Ready?" Sam and Pam are finally back to recording after a six-week break, catching up on the chaos of juggling life and the crazy degree of indecision that strikes when we actually get a moment to breathe. With a fresh start to the year, they share the words they’ve chosen to focus on in 2025, offering a glimpse into their goals and priorities—because who says it’s too late to get your act together?

From there, they dive into the main question: Are you ready? With wildfires, freeze warnings, and sudden evacuations hitting close to home, it’s time to talk about emergency preparedness. Whether it’s wild scenarios, practical plans, or their signature sarcastic take on getting through the unexpected, this episode kicks off a series on how to be (or at least try to be) ready for whatever life throws your way.