The Women Are Plotting

Have you ever met someone famous—and completely lost your cool?

In this entertaining and nostalgic episode of The Women Are Plotting, Etienne Rose Olivier, Heidi Willis, and Jane Gari share their unforgettable celebrity encounters, from chance meetings and backstage adventures to surreal moments with some of their biggest heroes. The conversation includes stories involving Trent Reznor, Tim Roth, Perry Farrell, Steven Perkins, Adam Duritz, Tim Gunn, John Carpenter, Norman Lear, Moby, Steve from Blue's Clues, and more.

Along the way, the hosts discuss what it's really like to meet famous people, why some celebrities leave lasting impressions through simple acts of kindness, and how those brief encounters can become lifelong memories. They also reflect on growing up in the Gen X music scene, concert culture in the '90s, creative inspiration, fandom, and why sometimes the best celebrity interaction is simply treating someone like a fellow human being instead of asking for a selfie.

Filled with hilarious stories, unexpected backstage moments, rock-and-roll nostalgia, and heartfelt appreciation for the artists who shaped their lives, this episode is a celebration of the unforgettable moments that happen when ordinary people cross paths with extraordinary talent.

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What separates lifelong friendships from relationships that slowly fall apart? Sometimes, it's the willingness to have difficult conversations.

In this thoughtful and deeply personal episode of The Women Are Plotting, Etienne Rose Olivier, Heidi Willis, and Jane Gari explore the role of accountability in healthy friendships and relationships. The hosts discuss why honest feedback—even when it's uncomfortable—can strengthen trust, encourage personal growth, and help the people we love become the best versions of themselves.

Throughout the conversation, they share powerful personal stories about overcoming addiction, navigating depression, setting healthy boundaries, improving communication, and learning to accept difficult truths from trusted friends. They also examine the psychology behind accountability partners, why supportive friendships are linked to better mental and physical health, and how compassionate honesty can change the course of a person's life.

Whether you're trying to strengthen your friendships, improve your relationships, or become a better friend yourself, this episode is a heartfelt reminder that sometimes the greatest act of love is caring enough to tell someone what they need to hear.

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Are creatures like Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, Mothman, and other cryptids simply folklore—or could there be something real behind the legends?

In this fascinating episode of The Women Are Plotting, Etienne Rose Olivier, Heidi Willis, and Jane Gari dive deep into the mysterious world of cryptids. From Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster to Mothman, Not Deer, the Jersey Devil, Chupacabra, and regional legends from across the United States, the hosts explore the stories that have fascinated people for generations.

The conversation becomes especially compelling as Heidi shares her family's personal Bigfoot encounters, including an unforgettable childhood story that may have involved a Sasquatch nest and a recent expedition with Bigfoot researchers in Iowa. The hosts also discuss eyewitness accounts, scientific investigations, mysterious recordings, Native American traditions, unexplained sightings, UFOs, local cryptid legends, and why so many intelligent people continue searching for evidence of these elusive creatures.

Whether you're a skeptic, a believer, or simply love a great mystery, this episode is an entertaining exploration of folklore, eyewitness testimony, and the enduring question: what if we're not alone in the wilderness?

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What makes someone instantly swipe right—or immediately run the other way?

In this hilarious and surprisingly insightful episode of The Women Are Plotting, Etienne Rose Olivier, Heidi Willis, Jane Gari, and special guest Daisy dissect the wild world of online dating profiles. Using real dating profile photos and bios—including many from Etienne's own years of online dating—they share unforgettable stories about great dates, terrible dates, unexpected romances, and the profile pictures that revealed far more than their owners intended.

From bathroom mirror selfies and shirtless beach poses to bizarre bios, "Naked Elf on the Shelf," and some of the funniest dating profile mistakes imaginable, the conversation explores what attracts people, what sends them running, and why first impressions matter more than ever. Along the way, the hosts discuss dating app etiquette, profile photography, red flags, green flags, confidence versus narcissism, and the surprising disconnect between someone's online persona and who they really turn out to be.

Whether you're actively dating, happily partnered, or simply love outrageous real-life stories, this episode is packed with laughter, relationship insights, and practical advice that might just help you survive your next swipe.

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Sometimes the funniest stories are also the most embarrassing.

In this laugh-out-loud episode of The Women Are Plotting, Etienne Rose Olivier, Heidi Willis, and Jane Gari share the unforgettable sexual mishaps that still make them cringe years later. From awkward accidents and unexpected medical scares to dating disasters, bedroom blunders, and moments that could only happen in real life, nothing is off limits as the hosts prove that even the best intentions can lead to hilariously disastrous results.

Along the way, they discuss surprising facts about common sexual injuries, myths and realities surrounding sexual health, the importance of communication, consent, hygiene, and why sometimes the only thing you can do after an embarrassing experience is laugh about it. The conversation is equal parts educational, outrageous, and deeply relatable, reminding listeners that nobody has a perfect sex life—and that's probably a good thing.

If you've ever had an awkward intimate moment or simply enjoy candid conversations that mix humor with honesty, this episode is guaranteed to leave you laughing, gasping, and feeling a little better about your own embarrassing stories.

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Everyone has a roommate story—but some are stranger than fiction.

In this hilarious episode of The Women Are Plotting, Etienne Rose Olivier, Heidi Willis, and Jane Gari swap unforgettable stories about the best roommates, the worst roommates, and the bizarre situations that come from sharing your home with another human being. From creepy clown collections and surprise confessions to impossible living habits, military barracks, college dorms, and tiny apartments, the hosts revisit the roommates they still laugh—and occasionally shudder—about years later.

The conversation explores everything from cleanliness, boundaries, and communication to trust, compatibility, and the surprising ways living together reveals someone's true personality. Along the way, they share stories of manipulative roommates, unforgettable college experiences, lasting friendships, and the life lessons that came from navigating shared spaces with people they barely knew—and sometimes wished they'd never met.

Whether you've lived with lifelong friends, complete strangers, or a romantic partner, this episode is packed with laugh-out-loud moments, relatable frustrations, and plenty of reminders that choosing the right roommate can make all the difference.

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Why are so many women being told that "everything is normal" when they know something is wrong?

In this powerful episode of The Women Are Plotting, the hosts welcome special guest Daisy, who shares her frustrating two-and-a-half-year journey through unexplained symptoms, countless medical appointments, and repeated dismissals before finally finding doctors who recognized she was experiencing perimenopause. From insomnia, weight gain, hair loss, mood swings, skin problems, and brain fog to surprising symptoms like itchy ear canals and phantom smells, Daisy's story highlights just how difficult it can be for women to receive appropriate care.

The conversation also explores the latest research on hormone replacement therapy (HRT), the lingering impact of the controversial Women's Health Initiative study, and why many physicians are still relying on outdated information. Drawing from the book Estrogen Matters, the hosts discuss heart health, osteoporosis, cognitive decline, urinary and vaginal symptoms, vitamin D deficiency, thyroid function, and the importance of treating women based on their symptoms—not a single lab result.

Whether you're approaching perimenopause, already navigating menopause, or simply want to better understand women's health, this episode offers practical information, personal experiences, and an empowering reminder to trust your instincts, advocate for yourself, and keep searching until someone truly listens.

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What's the worst date you've ever been on?

In this laugh-out-loud episode of The Women Are Plotting, Etienne Rose Olivier, Heidi Willis, and Jane Gari share some of the most outrageous, awkward, and downright unbelievable dating stories they've experienced. From surprise blind dates and bizarre first impressions to pushy strangers, creepy behavior, dating app disasters, and unforgettable deal-breakers, the hosts swap stories that are equal parts hilarious and horrifying.

Along the way, they discuss modern dating culture, dating apps, red flags, personal boundaries, and why trusting your instincts can save you from a relationship that was doomed from the start. Whether it's a date who brought unexpected guests, someone who completely ignored boundaries, or habits so strange they instantly ended any chance of a second date, each story is a reminder that sometimes the best thing you can do is walk away—and laugh about it later.

If you've ever survived online dating, endured an unforgettable first date, or collected a few dating horror stories of your own, this episode will have you laughing, cringing, and wondering how anyone ever finds love in the modern dating world.

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How do writers actually write?

In this fascinating behind-the-scenes episode of The Women Are Plotting, Etienne Rose Olivier, Heidi Willis, and Jane Gari pull back the curtain on their individual writing processes—from the spark of an idea to the countless revisions that transform a rough draft into a finished manuscript. The conversation explores everything from outlining, character development, editing, and overcoming writer's block to finding inspiration through music, meditation, walks, and everyday life.

The hosts share the quirky rituals and routines that have shaped their own creative work, discuss the writing habits of legendary authors like Thomas Hardy, Jack Kerouac, Victor Hugo, Ernest Hemingway, and Anne Rice, and reflect on how every writer eventually discovers a process that's uniquely their own. They also offer practical advice about working with editors, handling feedback, cutting thousands of words from a manuscript, and learning that the first draft is only the beginning.

Whether you're an aspiring novelist, an experienced writer, or simply curious about how books come to life, this episode offers an honest, humorous, and encouraging look at the creative process—and a reminder that every finished story begins with a single imperfect page.

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What was it really like to babysit in the 1980s?

In this nostalgic, funny, and unexpectedly unsettling episode of The Women Are Plotting, Etienne Rose Olivier, Heidi Willis, and Jane Gari look back on the era when babysitting was practically a rite of passage for teenagers. From earning spending money and learning responsibility to staying up late watching cable TV and raiding someone else's snack cabinet, the hosts remember what made babysitting such a defining part of growing up.

But not every experience was picture-perfect. The conversation takes a surprising turn as each host shares unforgettable stories—from awkward first jobs and mischievous children to genuinely disturbing encounters with inappropriate adults and unsafe situations that would be unthinkable today. Along the way, they reflect on how parenting, trust, and childcare have changed over the decades, why teenage babysitters have become far less common, and what today's generation may have gained—and lost.

Equal parts hilarious, nostalgic, and thought-provoking, this episode is a candid look at growing up in the babysitting generation and the life lessons that came with it.

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