Female friendships are not a bonus feature in life. They are the infrastructure. 🩷

In this episode of Vertically Unstable, Kelly and Christy unpack the science, the soul, and the straight up survival power of sisterhood. From the “tend and befriend” response to why your group chat doubles as emergency services, we explore why women are biologically wired for connection and how that bond literally impacts longevity.

We talk about widows building Golden Girls style futures, why loneliness can be as harmful as smoking, and how a tight circle of women can regulate your nervous system better than a meditation app. Add a dog to the equation and you’ve basically hacked your cortisol.

We also get honest about the warmth that lives in female friendship. The difference between being loved by your partner and being known by your friends. The role attachment plays in how we choose our inner circle. And how to tell if you have real friends or just proximity pals.

This one is a reminder to text the woman who carried you through something hard. To celebrate your friends without competition. To build the kind of sisterhood that outlives everything else.

Romance may be the headline. Sisterhood is the infrastructure. 💫

In this episode of Vertically Unstable, Kelly and Christy are riding the emotional bobsled that is February. From their sacred Thursday podcast ritual to family milestones and a surprisingly intense macaron adventure, nothing is off the table.

They dive headfirst into the drama and magic of the Winter Olympics, unpacking the sports they love, the ones they absolutely question, and the comeback story everyone is talking about, including Lindsey Vonn’s gutsy return that had the world holding its breath.

Along the way, they tackle the chaos of Valentine’s Day as parents, the real talk on health and hormone balance, and the cultural spectacle that is Super Bowl commercials. Add in a little Olympic fashion commentary and you’ve got an episode packed with laughs, heart, and just enough side-eye.

Strap on your skates. It’s a ride. 🎙️❄️

January lasted approximately 500 business days, the sun ghosted us, and suddenly everyone was crying over spilled coffee. Coincidence? Kelly and Christy don’t think so.

In this episode, the duo bundles up and dives headfirst into winter blues, emotional whiplash, chaotic travel stories, and the special endurance sport known as parenting during volleyball season.

They talk self-care that actually works, social media spirals we all pretend we don’t have, and why making your bed might be the most ambitious thing you do all day. Equal parts therapy, group chat, and laugh-snort fuel, this one is for anyone who has ever asked, “Is it just me… or is everything a lot right now?”

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What happens when the internet declares slow living and analog luxury the new status symbols… and you actually grew up that way?

Kelly and Christy dig into the trend of romanticizing unplugged, rural life and the idea that real luxury is time, simplicity, and doing things with your hands. They talk about knowledge work burnout, the appeal of cooking and tangible tasks, and why everyone suddenly wants lavender fields, baby goats in pajamas, and cows with bangs.

Then things take a turn.

A casual mention of homemade bread unlocks deeply buried childhood trauma, Christy spirals, tears threaten, and Kelly does what any great bestie would do: sits back and laughs uncontrollably.

It’s reflective, ridiculous, and painfully relatable.
Classic Vertically Unstable.

New year, same us — just a little wiser and maybe slightly less rested.

In this Season 2 kickoff, Kelly and Christy ease into the new year by reflecting on the holidays, the people who got them through it, and the quiet power of family and community when life feels full and messy all at once. From there, they dig into the annual pressure cooker known as New Year’s resolutions — questioning who they’re really for, why they so often fail, and how unrealistic expectations can suck the joy out of growth before it even starts.

With plenty of laughs and a healthy dose of honesty, the conversation reframes change as something incremental, imperfect, and deeply human. This episode is a reminder that progress doesn’t have to be loud, linear, or Instagram-worthy — and that sometimes the most powerful reset is choosing self-compassion over self-criticism.

Welcome to Season 2. We’re doing the new year our way. 🥂

Winter has officially entered the group chat, and so has the chaos. In this episode, Kelly and Christy unpack everything from cold-weather survival and family mayhem to the realities of parenting while trying to keep your sanity intact. Along the way, they call out a few marketing misfires, reflect on personal growth, and get real about why authenticity matters more than perfection - at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

The duo hits pause to celebrate how far Vertically Unstable has come, sharing honest lessons learned from a year of podcasting, showing up, and figuring it out as they go. As the New Year approaches, they talk resolutions (the realistic kind), fresh starts, and what it actually takes to build a life that feels fulfilling, not just impressive.

Warm, funny, and refreshingly honest. Just the way you like it.

Kelly (53) and Christy (46) are officially in their Give No Fucks era and honestly, it’s glorious. In this episode, they unpack the exhaustion, ambition, and unexpected growth that hits when you realize you’re too old for nonsense and too young to be this tired.

They get into how their communication styles have evolved (read: fewer apologies, more truth), the difference between being kind and being nice, and why saying no has become a lifestyle. Parenting, aging, boundaries, burnout — nothing is off the table.

With their signature mix of humor and honesty, Kelly and Christy share what it looks like to show up authentically in midlife… and how liberating it feels to finally stop caring about the wrong things.

It’s our Thanksgiving episode, and Kelly and Christy are finally back serving up sports rage, stuffing controversies, and all the emotional gymnastics required to host family without losing your mind. We dive into the traditions we love, the ones we pretend to love, and the ones we’d happily yeet straight into the garbage disposal.

From childhood memories (hello, knock-off CPK dolls) to current-day food preferences, we break down what really happens around the holiday table. We also unpack the annual Black Friday madness, because nothing says "gratitude" like fighting a stranger for a discounted air fryer.

Plus: the mental load of holiday hosting, trying to keep it all together, parenting during peak chaos season, and a few hosting hacks that’ll save your sanity. It’s equal parts cozy, chaotic, and cathartic—served with a side of real talk about gratitude and the tiny joys that actually make this season worth it.

Kelly and Christy are unmasking the madness of Hallowe'en — from slutty costumes and sugar highs to ancient rituals and modern mom etiquette.

They rank the candy hierarchy (justice for Candy Corn!), swap stories of chaotic family Hallowe'ens, and debate how this spooky free-for-all stacks up against other holidays.

Expect laughs, light scares, and a few surprisingly deep dives into what makes Hallowe'en the most delightfully unhinged celebration of them all.

This week, Kelly and Christy are spilling everything from what’s in their glasses to what’s on their minds — and yes, reality TV is ruining relationships, but we can’t stop watching. Somewhere between the cocktails and chaos, they unpack that sneaky feeling of becoming invisible as women get older (spoiler: we’re still very much here, just choosing better lighting).

From the identity crisis of motherhood to midlife fashion choices and “I-am-who-I-am” food moments, it’s a laugh-out-loud therapy session for anyone figuring out who they are when no one’s looking. Equal parts sass, honesty, and heart — because if life’s going to make us invisible, we might as well make some noise about it.