Andy Overthinks

Andy Overthinks

Honestly and humorously scrutinizing us all.

Episodes

Why Can’t We Soak It All In Pt. 2

October 27, 2022 • 84 mins
Part two of this season’s finale: Is there something wrong that we often can’t fully appreciate life? Time, life and childhood are fleeting, but we still have our eye on the clock. Guests: McKay Ward, 99 year old Aileen Alfano, and Annie and Alex Grow. andyoverthinks.com/soakitallin2 Tim Kreider’s books Tim Kreider’s Substack Jordan Peterson Interview […]
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Why Can’t We Soak It All In Pt. 1

October 27, 2022 • 48 mins
Even though death is inevitable, most days we don’t feel grateful to be alive. Even though childhood is fleeting, much of the time our kids drive us crazy. It’s hard to be fully present and appreciative. Is there a solution? Very special guest: My favorite essayist, Tim Kreider. andyoverthinks.com/soakitallin1 Tim Kreider’s books Tim Kreider’s Substack […]
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Overthinking Santa Lies

October 20, 2022 • 73 mins
Lying about Santa makes me a little uneasy. But is it sad to deprive kids of the chance to believe in something magical? Hear a variety of opinions from every side, including author of “The Myths That Stole Christmas,” Dr. David Kyle Johnson. andyoverthinks.com/SantaLies Dr. Johnson’s book “The Myths That Stole Christmas” Dr. Johnson’s academia.edu […]
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Unpopular Opinions

October 13, 2022 • 35 mins
In honor of our robust cancel culture, here are few opinions most people won’t agree with, and don’t want to hear. Listen now and troll us later. Co-hosted by Jessica Jensen. andyoverthinks.com/UnpopularOpinions
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Female Fantasies

October 6, 2022 • 54 mins
What are the strange and specific desires of a woman’s heart, and how is the Fictional Man so spot on? Listen as Andy and Stacey McEwan (romance author, Tik Tok and Bookstagram star) profile the perfect fictional lover and analyze the extremely fictional female fantasy. andyoverthinks.com/femalefantasies “Never Had a Man Like Me” Parody song lyrics: […]
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How many kids to have

September 29, 2022 • 75 mins
I began having kids at the end of Season One, but now how do I decide when to stop? What’s too many? What’s too few? And is there a number of children that’s just right? Hear from a panel of parents, researcher Dr. Nicholas Wolfinger, and therapist Ann Davidman. andyoverthinks.com/howmanykidstohave Dr. Wolfinger’s website Ann Davidman’s […]
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People who deserve more credit (again)

September 22, 2022 • 56 mins
Jessica Jensen and I are back for a second time to give credit where credit is due. Hear from egoless ghostwriter, Hilary Liftin, as well as a philanthropic Amazon reviewer, a heroic YouTube tutorialist, an altruistic clickbait spoiler, and an indentured Senior Class President. andyoverthinks.com/peoplewhodeservemorecreditagain Everyday Home Repairs YouTube channel Hilary Liftin’s website
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Thick Skin

September 15, 2022 • 68 mins
It seems the people most able to ignore trolls, critics and hecklers get the most victories, have the most fun, and live the most freely. But why do they have such thick skin? And how can the rest of us toughen up? First learn from door-to-door sales expert and entrepreneur, Sam Taggart. Then hear how […]
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The Burden of Beauty Pt. 2

September 8, 2022 • 78 mins
In part two of two, I get different perspectives on the pursuit of beauty, first from clever sister duo, Lauren and Chanler Bledsoe from the Pop Apologists podcast, who gracefully temper some of my ideas and frustration. And then we get to hear how one man feels about the impact of beauty obsession on the […]
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The Burden of Beauty Pt. 1

September 8, 2022 • 85 mins
Every woman is under pressure to be as beautiful as time, money, and energy can afford. But what’s the real cost? And is it worth it? Learn from Dr. Lexie Kite co-author of More Than a Body and co-founder Beauty Redefined. This episode also includes 90 year old Toos Ward’s perspective on aging and beauty. […]
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Things People Have Said To Me

September 1, 2022 • 75 mins
One friend insulted my shoes and inspired me forever. Another said two words, and ended seven years of indecision. A neighbor’s offhand comment now dictates my budget. And something my husband mentioned on our first date locked him in as the ultimate rebound and life partner. Guests: Alex Grow, Wade Alleman, Ryan Swapp, Annie Grow, […]
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Overthinking

August 25, 2022 • 78 mins
What would it be like to trust your gut, relax your brain, and generally calm down? I’m discussing the psychology of maximizers vs. satisficers with renowned researcher and author of The Paradox of Choice, Dr. Barry Schwartz. I’ll also chat with my dad, Kevin Seibert, about his chronic overthinking, and hear from John and Adrianne […]
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What We Want In The End

March 18, 2021 • 88 mins
In this Season Two finale I’m asking myself and guests The Big Question: When the end comes, and you’re on your deathbed, what do you need to have experienced or accomplished in your life to feel satisfied? Guests: Annie Grow, Kevin Seibert, Doug Lochner, Mike Thayer, Levi Ballstaedt, Alex Grow, Randi Blaser, Toos Ward, Jenn […]
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Narcissism (I bet you don’t think this show is about you)

March 11, 2021 • 38 mins
We’ve never been more narcissistic, nor more okay with it. How much farther can we fall in love with ourselves before we collectively fall? Guests: therapist Alex Lamoreaux, and researcher Dr. Chris Barry. Get your NPI score Alex Lamoreaux’s Therapy Insta Dr. Barry’s Research The Narcissism Epidemic: Living in the Age of Entitlement Selfie by […]
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Work-Life Balance

March 4, 2021 • 44 mins
It may be a tired topic, but is that because we are talking about it wrong? Hear from viral Ted talker and best-selling author, Nigel Marsh and several others about their definitions of a balanced life.  andyoverthinks.com/worklifebalance Nigel Marsh’s viral Ted Talk And his first book: Fat, Forty, and Fired: One Man’s Frank, Funny, and Inspiring […]
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Political Correctness

February 25, 2021 • 55 mins
Is political correctness keeping us from correcting anything? Learn from leftist Dr. Fredrik deBoer, Sherita Coffelt, and listen to excerpts from Stephen Fry and other famous comedians. AndyOverthinks.com/PoliticalCorrectness Shownotes: Stephen Fry in full Monk Debate Dr. Fredrik deBoer article Dr. Fredrik deBoer website John Cleese and Bill Maher Jerry Seinfeld on The Herd  Late Night […]
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Regrets

February 18, 2021 • 91 mins
What kinds of regret hurt the most? And what do we do about it? Does thinking about regret do us any good? Hear from Country Music Hall of Fame songwriter Bill Anderson, HGTV star Chrisi Hammer, top researcher Dr. Shai Davidai, and more. andyoverthinks.com/regrets Bill Anderon’s website including his latest single Whisperin Bill’s Instagram Kenny […]
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Personality Tests

February 11, 2021 • 39 mins
We all want to be perfectly understood and classified, and personality tests promise just that. Overthink the personality tests that overthink us overthinking ourselves. andyoverthinks.com/personalitytests Guests: Jessica Jensen, Doug Waggoner, Levi Ballstaedt Kimberly Lochner on Youtube Doug Waggoner’s company Resolution PI Discover your Myers-Briggs Learn your Enneagram Discover your Big Five Washington Post assessment of […]
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The Division of Household Labor

February 4, 2021 • 48 mins
Chore wars plague most marriages. Who is to blame, and what is the solution? Learn from renowned psychotherapist, Dr. Julie Hanks, and best-selling author and psychologist, Dr. Thomas Phelan. andyoverthinks.com/householdlabor Also featuring:  John Canepa, Annie and Alex Grow. Dr. Phelan‘s awesome book: The Manager Mom Epidemic Dr. Julie Hanks Website,  Podcast, Partnership Families Course, Instagram: @Drjuliehanks NBC […]
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Whether Men or Women Have it Better Part 2

January 27, 2021 • 34 mins
The debate continues. Who has been dealt the better hand- men or women? This episode argues women have it better while Part One argues in favor of men. Hear from academic and author, Dr. Martin van CreVeld. andyoverthinks.com/womenhaveiteasier Additional guests: Jenn Swapp and Annie Grow Martin Van CreVeld Website Martin Van CreVeld Book: The Privileged […]
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