Society talks endlessly about having kids — but no one really talks about not having them. This week, Kelly and Chip open up about what it’s like to live a child-free life in a world that still expects everyone to follow the same script.

They talk about the pressure to become parents, the guilt and judgment that comes with choosing a different path, the surprising joys of child-free life, and the emotional nuance that no one ever acknowledges. From identity and purpose to societal expectations and double standards, this is a real, honest conversation about a lifestyle that’s more common than people admit — but rarely discussed.

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What if fertility wasn’t just about reproduction — but a reflection of your entire body’s vitality?

In this episode, Kelly sits down with dietitian, researcher, and author Rachel Swanson, whose upcoming book Trying!: A Science-Backed Plan to Optimize Your Fertility is redefining how women think about reproductive health.

Rachel shares her groundbreaking “Fertility 2.0” framework — a whole-body approach that connects gut, oral, and vaginal health, metabolic balance, and even sleep to hormone harmony and long-term vitality. From how your partner’s microbiome might affect conception (yes, even kissing!) to the most common disruptors quietly impacting your hormones every day, this conversation offers science-backed insights and simple, empowering shifts every woman should know.

Whether you’re trying to conceive or simply trying to feel your best, this episode reframes fertility as a vital sign of overall health — one that reveals how well your body, energy, and emotions are truly aligned.

(Rachel’s book, Trying!, releases January 6, 2026.)

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Kelly and Chip unpack the idea that every relationship acts as a mirror—reflecting the patterns, wounds, and beliefs we carry inside. From dating to friendships to work dynamics, they explore how triggers can actually guide healing and self-growth when we stop blaming others and start looking inward. Expect real-life examples, humor, and the kind of self-awareness talk that makes you laugh while it hits deep.

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Kelly and astrologer Marvin Wilkerson dive into the transformative energy of the Scorpio New Moon — a time of truth-telling, emotional clarity, and reclaiming your personal power. This conversation explores what happens when life pushes you to face what’s been hidden, confront old stories, and finally see where you’ve been giving your power away.

Together, Kelly and Marv talk about how truth can feel uncomfortable but ultimately frees you, why control is often rooted in fear, and how this season is calling us to live with deeper integrity and courage.

This episode is about standing firm in who you are, breaking through limitations, and using life’s lessons as fuel to step fully into your own strength.

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Kelly and Chip pick up where Kelly’s conversation with relationship expert Thais Gibson left off — breaking down the six stages every healthy relationship goes through and why most of us get stuck along the way. From the “honeymoon high” to the power struggle (and everything after), they share their own experiences, what Love Is Blind gets wrong about modern love, and how Thais’ framework can help us move past the bumps toward something deeper and more real.

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We’ve all been told to chase the spark — but what happens when it fades? In this episode, Kelly sits down with psychologist and relationship expert Thais Gibson to unpack The 6 Stages of Relationships.They dive into what makes relationships thrive, where most couples get stuck, and how to move through conflict with more awareness and compassion. From the honeymoon phase to the power struggle and beyond, Thais shares the mindset shifts and subconscious healing that can transform how we love.

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Chip opens up about turning 50 — what it’s bringing up, what he’s ready to let go of, and how self-love looks different in every season. Kelly and Chip get real about aging, acceptance, and growth... with plenty of laughter (and a few karaoke confessions) from his birthday trip to Key West.

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Kelly speaks with Jon Slavet, Founder of Halftime with Jon (HTJ), the network for men at midlife. As an executive and entrepreneur in tech, Jon has led multiple consumer companies from start-up to scaled-up. Earlier in his career he worked at NPR, E!, and Wired. After his personal experience with Divorce at midlife, he was motivated to launch HTJ to support and inspire men going through life-changing experiences. He is happily remarried, and the proud dad of four kids. More about the podcast: With many men experiencing loneliness and disconnection, the need for positive advice and inspiration has never been greater. Halftime with Jon aims to bring expert perspective and insight to help men reconnect to themselves, and what matters most. Season One goes deep into the challenge of Separation and Divorce. With a combination of expert commentary and moments of levity, the podcast delivers the practical tools and emotional strength men need to successfully navigate one of the toughest experiences of their lives.

Kelly and Jon talk about what a "successful" divorce actually looks like, how and when to start dating and having sexual relationships after divorce, why divorce/separation can be more isolating for men and why a relationship isn't a failure just because it ended. 

Website: Halftime.network 
Socials: @halftimewithjon
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Kelly and Chip unpack Kelly’s recent convo with psychic medium John Edward and his new book Chasing Evil, where he helps the FBI solve real crimes. They share their own experiences with psychics, those uncanny intuitive gut hits, and dive into a bigger conversation about karma and soul lessons—what they actually believe, what they’re questioning, and how it all ties back to the idea that there might be more going on than meets the eye.

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His New Book: Chasing Evil

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Kelly sits down with world-renowned psychic medium John Edward to talk about his new book, Chasing Evil—a gripping look at where psychic ability meets criminal investigation. Before diving into the story, Kelly and John explore the foundations of psychic work—how intuitive gifts show up for all of us, why the topic sparks such strong reactions, and what it means to practice with ethics and responsibility.

They also discuss John’s surprising collaboration with the FBI, the transformation of skeptics into believers, and the moments that proved intuition can reveal what logic can’t. The conversation closes with reflections on spirituality, hardship, and letting go—why “letting go” doesn’t mean failure and how we can find meaning in life’s darker chapters.

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