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.

We meant to talk about Fall Girl Energy — you know, the cozy vibes, emotional shutdowns, and pumpkin-spice chaos that come with sweater season — but naturally, we went way off the rails.

Somewhere between football bets, Canadian vs. American Thanksgiving debates, and questionable Halloween costume choices, Kelly and Christy manage to unpack the emotional inflation of the season — and why “doing less” might just be our new religion.

Basically, it’s Hot Girl Summer’s introverted cousin who wears layers, sets boundaries, and wears fewer bras.

Grab your latte (or don’t — we’re not pumpkin spice people anyway) and dive in. 🍁

What do you want your obituary to say — and should it include your casserole recipe? In this episode, Kelly and Christy get hilariously off-topic (as usual) while tackling the surprisingly funny side of legacies, eulogies, and the chaos of parenting. From awkward lip-kissing confessions to kids calling out our parenting “favoritism,” nothing is off limits.

Expect stories about s’mores on burning couches, being carried out of restaurants by EMTs, family folklore that may or may not be true, and the ultimate test of parenthood: surviving a picky 10-year-old’s closet meltdown.

At the heart of it all? A reminder that people won’t remember your PowerPoint decks or LinkedIn profile. They’ll remember how you made them laugh, how you made them feel, and maybe whether you hugged them (or kissed them on the lips without consent).

Obituary goals, but make it funny.

Christy lives for football; Kelly (the Canadian) still can’t figure out the obsession. We tackle the quirks of U.S. vs. Canadian fandom, the NFL money machine vs. the CFL piggy bank, and throw in some trivia for good measure.

Along the way, we detour into cursed car rentals in Santa Fe, near-death mountain hikes, and the awkward-but-real conversations about s*x education with kids. It’s sports, mom life, and unexpected laughs served Vertically Unstable style.

From sideline snacks to sex talks with the kids, Kelly and Christy are keeping it very real about the rollercoaster of womanhood, parenting, and mental health. ⚽🍷

Between juggling sports mom life, work chaos, and that ever-elusive “me time,” they share the stories, slip-ups, and survival tactics that keep them (mostly) sane.

With equal parts humor and honesty, this convo dives into modern parenting dilemmas, the power of community, and why self-care isn’t optional—it’s survival.

Tune in for laughs, real talk, and a reminder that you’re not navigating the madness alone.