This week, Bethany and Kait catch up on everything from upcoming vacations to senior dogs, difficult board-and-train cases, and Bethany's newest obsession... owning a golf cart.

They talk about planning beach trips, why Bethany suddenly understands the magic of beach chairs and umbrellas, and how a relaxing vacation completely changed the way she thinks about slowing down. The conversation also dives into caring for aging dogs, navigating routines that make them feel safe, and the emotional side of leaving pets while traveling.

They also chat about:

• Why chickens might actually be meaner than dogs
• Kait's newest board-and-train dogs (including an adorable beagle and a very vocal Catahoula)
• The mental side of being a dog trainer
• Helping owners versus talking about dog training theory
• Confidence that only comes with experience
• Selling the camper van after years of adventures
• Bethany's ever-growing list of hobbies—including bracelet making, knitting, and convincing herself she needs both a cat and a golf cart

As always, it's equal parts dog training, life updates, random tangents, and two friends laughing about whatever comes to mind. If you've ever planned your next vacation before the current one is over, started a hobby that lasted approximately one afternoon, or found yourself emotionally invested in chicken drama, this episode is for you.

This week, Bethany and Kait catch up after a much-needed vacation and quickly realize this episode is going to cover... just about everything.

Bethany shares stories from her family beach trip to Amelia Island—from discovering the joy of traveling with just one dog to navigating complicated family dynamics that unexpectedly brought up memories of her dad. The conversation turns into an honest discussion about people-pleasing, walking on eggshells around certain family members, and learning to enjoy your own vacation without feeling responsible for everyone else's experience.

They also talk about:

• Why life with one dog suddenly feels like a luxury
• Beach vacations, golf carts, and boogie boarding

• Teddy's hopeful adoption update

• Working with hounds, Catahoulas, and reactive dogs
• Why so many owners forget to use the training tools they already have
• Summer dog training when it's way too hot outside
• Vacation routines that actually leave you feeling refreshed

The second half of the episode takes an unexpected turn into weightlifting, nutrition, and building confidence in the gym. Bethany and Kait share how strength training completely changed the way they think about food, why progressive overload matters more than fancy workouts, and the advice they wish someone had given them when they first started lifting.

Whether you're here for the dog talk, the life conversations, or just enjoy listening to two friends wander from family vacations to protein, fiber, and gym confidence, this one's packed with the kind of honest conversations that make you feel like you're sitting at the kitchen table with friends.

This week we're talking about all the things that somehow end up connected: fake diamond rings, trainer guilt, beach vacations, aging dogs, fairy gardens, and why we both spend way too much time worrying about things that are probably fine.

We chat about the emotional side of dog training, the moments that stick with you after a successful go-home, and why the trainers who care the most are usually the ones questioning themselves the most. We also share updates on Roadie and Charlie, discuss what it means to make difficult decisions for the animals we love, and put out a call to help find a home for an adorable little dog named Teddy.

Plus: beach trip prep, lawn mowing in a bikini, million-dollar house shows, fairy garden dreams, and Bethany's surprising new obsession with a fake ring she can't stop wearing.

As usual, it's part dog training, part life update, and part conversation that somehow ends up somewhere neither of us expected.

This week we're talking about the gap between dog training theory and real life.

Kait shares an update on Hank, an English Lab who's proving that even dogs from carefully researched breeders don't always fit the stereotype. Meanwhile, Bethany talks about working with multiple board-and-train dogs, introducing new dogs safely, and how experience changes the way trainers view behavior, socialization, and confidence.

The conversation then shifts into a bigger discussion about e-collar stigma, owner support, and what happens when dog owners feel judged instead of helped. From frustrating vet visits to social media criticism, Bethany and Kait share why they're passionate about helping owners feel confident making decisions for the dog in front of them—not the dog someone on the internet thinks they should have.

Along the way they discuss reactive dogs, boundaries, socialization myths, why dogs don't need to love every experience, and the growing divide between online dog training opinions and real-world results.

Plus: sweet potatoes, Bee's Knees cocktails, and a confession involving wine and dog socialization that probably should have stayed off the podcast.

This week, Bethany and Kait catch up after a few technical difficulties and dive into one of those conversations that somehow covers health scares, old dogs, social media, tornado warnings, comfort TV shows, and childhood bus rides.Kait shares a positive update after her ultrasound and the two talk about being proactive with health, family history, and why having more information can sometimes feel empowering instead of scary.Bethany opens up about Charlie's recent procedure and the complicated emotions that come with loving an aging dog. From the little habits that quietly become part of daily life to the unexpected reminder of how much one dog changes the feeling of an entire house, it's an honest conversation about getting older alongside the animals we love.The conversation shifts into creativity and business, where they talk about making content that actually feels authentic, changing your mind about what you want, and why putting yourself out there matters even when the numbers don't immediately reflect it.Along the way they also discuss:

• Full body scans and preventative health
• Charlie's Batman-style recovery cone
• The thirty-day video challenge
• Why authentic content is worth creating
• Supporting other creators instead of just watching from the sidelines
• Their shared obsession with The Great British Bake Off and Clarkson's Farm
• Kait getting stuck in the back room of Trader Joe's during a severe storm
• Tyrone the owl and the backyard mouse problem
• Why Bethany might secretly make an excellent bus driver
• And the importance of looking for the good things, even during difficult seasons

It's one of those episodes that's less about having all the answers and more about appreciating the people, pets, and little moments that make up everyday life.

This week, Bethany and Kait catch up on everything from mysterious mood swings and abandoned cookie stand dreams to dog training controversies, fitness tracking, and the strange things that happen when you spend too much time reading Facebook comments.

Bethany shares her latest hyperfixation - briefly convincing herself she should start a neighborhood cookie stand before one underbaked cookie and a stomachache sent the entire business plan into retirement. The conversation turns into a surprisingly thoughtful discussion about creativity, chasing new ideas, and why some interests seem to show up again and again throughout our lives.

The two also talk about tracking macros, muscle gain, unexpected carb counts, and how paying attention to nutrition can actually help you eat more - not less.

Of course, they can't stay away from dog training for long. Kait shares a story about an owner who cancelled training after being told e-collars would cause "psychological damage," while Bethany vents about the never-ending parade of Facebook experts who seem determined to argue about training methods they don't understand.

Along the way they discuss:

• Why some dog-owner pairings are a better fit than others
• What they'd do differently with certain clients if they could go back
• How expectations shape success in dog training
• Gardening updates, flower obsessions, and mushroom compost
• Marriage, moods, and how partners affect each other's energy
• The Great American Baking Show
• Mosquito attacks
• And why Casey might be one of the funniest accidental comedians alive

A little dog training, a little life advice, a little emotional support gardening - basically a normal episode of You Know What I Mean.

This week on You Know What I Mean, Bethany and Kait catch up on everything from mysterious health scares and frustrating doctor appointments to marriage arguments in the pool, emotional support gardening, and the reality of figuring out whether or not you want kids.

Kait opens up about recent health anxiety after dealing with abdominal pain, night sweats, and the exhausting experience of trying to advocate for herself in the healthcare system - while Bethany shares how a simple Instagram post about not having children unexpectedly shifted the way she views her mom, marriage, and current life.

The conversation bounces between deep and ridiculous in the best way possible: raccoons named Two Smokes, public pool trauma, cats on harnesses, why dog trainers don’t actually obsess over dogs all day, and the oddly healing power of repotting flowers while emotionally spiraling.

They also talk about conflict in relationships, the emotional “messy middle” of life decisions, Louie’s personality glow-up, why four dogs somehow works in Bethany’s house, and the realization that maybe appreciating your own backyard pool is a metaphor for life.

Basically: part therapy session, part dog podcast, part gardening podcast, part existential crisis. Exactly how you’d expect.

This week on You Know What I Mean, Kait and Bethany catch up on life, wildlife, and dog training chaos. Kait shares the terrifying night she thought an intruder was breaking into the house while Casey was away… only to discover the real culprit was a raccoon with very strong opinions about bird feeders. Meanwhile, Bethany gives a front yard gardening update and talks about the unexpected emotional growth that comes with realizing your neighbors might actually like you after all.

The girls also answer a listener question about dogs losing their minds at the front door - covering place command, meaningful e-collar levels, practicing before the “big moment,” and why waiting until your dog is already spiraling usually makes everything harder.

This episode starts exactly how you’d expect from us - mid-conversation, laughing, and absolutely no formal intro energy. We talk glimmers (including sweet potatoes, butterflies, and bird sounds at sunrise), relationship therapy breakthroughs, growing together in marriage, and how differently families communicate.

Somewhere along the way:

• Bethany has to chase escaped chickens mid-recording
• Kait confesses to buying herself flowers at the roller rink and pretending they were from a crush
• We relive our high school soundtrack era featuring Britney Spears, Spice Girls, JoJo, and Limp Bizkit
• We talk about confidence, growing up insecure, and why feeling truly seen matters so much
• Plus: reactive dog boarding guilt, giving family members dog instructions, and why one bad weekend won’t ruin your dog’s training

Honestly? This episode feels like sitting at the kitchen table with friends while everyone talks over each other in the best possible way.

In this episode of You Know What I Mean, Bethany and Kait start with a simple idea — share three “glimmers” from the week — and somehow end up talking about everything from books and backyard ecosystems to irrational pet peeves and the lives they’re trying to build.

What begins as a light, feel-good exercise turns into something deeper. They talk about the small moments that bring joy (and how easy they are to overlook), the weird things that make them irrationally defensive, and the tension between where they are now and the lives they’re working toward.

There’s no real structure. No dog training deep dive. Just honest, unfiltered conversation — the kind that makes you feel like you’re sitting at the table with them.

And honestly? That’s kind of the point.

In this episode, we talk about:

• What “glimmers” actually are — and why noticing them matters
• The difference between big wins and small, everyday joy
• Kait’s unexpected reading streak and living in multiple “worlds” at once
• Bethany’s current obsession with gardening and backyard life
• The moment things took a turn… (yes, the chicken story)
• Comfort shows, book vibes, and why some things just hit differently
• The question: what feels unreachable right now?
• Building a life that blends ambition with ease
• Wanting more — while also being content with what you have
• The things that make us irrationally defensive (this gets honest)
• Family dynamics, boundaries, and unspoken tension
• Pet peeves, gym “icks,” and inside thoughts that should stay inside
• Why this podcast doesn’t feel like work — and why we love it