A Boomer and GenXer Walk into a Bar

The moral boundaries we draw around music consumption reveal much about our values, and in this thought-provoking episode, we explore the complex question: Can we separate problematic artists from their art? Through passionate mother-daughter debate, we navigate the messy ethical territory of enjoying music made by people whose actions or beliefs we find objectionable.

We challenge the notion that misogyny and problematic ...

What exactly makes someone a "Karen" or "Kevin," and are they always in the wrong? Jane and Bobbi tackle this controversial topic with their signature mother-daughter banter and surprising perspectives that might challenge your assumptions.

The duo examines the stereotypical entitled behavior associated with these internet slang terms - from demanding to speak with managers to making outrageous threats ...

Do we really need to dress our age? That's the question sparking a lively mother-daughter debate in this episode where we explore society's unwritten fashion rules and whether they deserve to be followed—or gleefully broken.

Jane, representing the Boomer perspective, admits she still wears shorter skirts and hip-hugger bell bottoms in her 60s, while Bobbi questions whether certain styles should be retired after s...

When the lines between technological assistance and authentic human learning blur, what are we really teaching our children? In this thought-provoking conversation between a mother and daughter, we dive deep into the controversial world of artificial intelligence and its far-reaching implications across generations.

We explore the fascinating parallel between today's AI tools and yesterday's encyclopedias, questi...

What happens when laws don't align with common sense? In this spirited conversation, mother-daughter hosts Jane and Bobbi tackle the fascinating gray area between what's legally permitted and what logically should be.

The pair kicks off with one of Bobbi's top frustrations—the maddening inconsistency in women's clothing sizes. Wait, WHAT?

From there, they explore a range of head-scratching lega...

Ever wondered what strange hygiene habits people are hiding? Bobbi Joy and her mother Jane pull back the shower curtain on some of humanity's most questionable cleanliness practices in this eye-opening conversation.

The duo dives straight into the shocking confessions people make on social media about their personal hygiene—from those who believe soap "cascading" down their bodies cleans their feet to the su...

"You don't have to claim every clown that comes into your ring." With this colorful warning, mother-daughter duo Jane and Bobbi dive headfirst into the complex world of relationship boundaries in this refreshingly honest episode.

Drawing from their own romantic misadventures, the hosts distinguish between red flags (warning signs of potential problems) and deal breakers (non-negotiable issues that end relati...

From mouthwatering restaurant plates to homemade creations, food photography dominates our social media feeds—but why are we so obsessed with documenting every meal? This episode dives deep into our digital food culture with plenty of laughs along the way.

Bobbi and Jane explore the psychology behind food posting, revealing how these images create community connections, trigger dopamine releases, and even function as perso...

The COVID-19 pandemic upended our world in unprecedented ways, and in this raw, unfiltered conversation, mother-daughter duo Jane and Bobbi share their personal journey through those turbulent times.

When the world locked down, the world found itself navigating conflicting information, employer vaccine mandates, and bizarre societal responses like the great toilet paper shortage of 2020. They candidly discuss the "tra...

We all have them – those heart-pounding, palm-sweating moments when something triggers our deepest fears. But when does a healthy caution cross into phobia territory? That's exactly what we're unpacking in this revealing conversation.

Fear, as we discover, serves as our natural alarm system. It's that gut response alerting us to potential danger, helping us dodge threats before they strike. A phobia, however...

Ever wondered if belching at the dinner table could be considered art? Or whether saying "yes ma'am" might suddenly become politically incorrect? Our latest episode tackles the hilariously contentious world of manners and etiquette through the perfect lens – a mother-daughter duo from different generations.

Bobbi Joy (self-proclaimed graduate of "Belcherama University") and her mother Jane square o...

Remember when camping meant throwing a sleeping bag in a tent and roughing it for a weekend? Those days are long gone. In this candid conversation, mother-daughter duo Jane and Bobbi Joy pull back the curtain on modern camping culture—from $300,000 or several millions, luxury motorhomes to the secret world of campground social dynamics.

The pair share laugh-out-loud stories from their extensive camping experiences, includi...

What happens to our energy when we die? Does it simply disappear, or does it transform into something else—perhaps even something we might recognize as a ghost? Mother-daughter podcast hosts Jane and Bobbi Joy tackle these fascinating questions in this captivating exploration of the paranormal.

The conversation begins with some surprising statistics—a solid majority of Americans believe in at least one paranormal phenomeno...

Grab your paddles and head to the courts! We're diving into the addictive world of pickleball, America's fastest-growing sport, with special guest Saed Ibsais, a National Pickleball League player and Central Iowa district ambassador.

Contrary to popular belief, pickleball isn't new, nor is it "just for old people." Today's champions include teenagers and twenty-somethings, while tennis legends...

Step into the Rabbit Hole Studio where mother-daughter duo Jane and Bobbi Joy unravel the strange, confusing, and often hilariously misunderstood world of common sayings and phrases. Their generational perspectives create a perfect backdrop for exploring how language evolves, confuses, and connects us.

The conversation weaves through regional peculiarities (like Midwesterners giving directions based on restaurant locations...

What happens when the moral framework you carefully built for your children doesn't quite stick? And whose is right? In this thought-provoking episode, mother-daughter hosts Jane and Bobbi Joy dive deep into the fascinating reality that our children often develop values and principles that diverge significantly from our own.

The conversation unfolds through personal revelations as Bobbi challenges her mother's lo...

What does it really mean to succeed as a podcaster? While industry experts push for niche topics and clearly defined audiences, veteran podcaster Ed Halbach takes a refreshingly different approach. "I've always been a cowboy on my own," Ed shares, highlighting why authenticity trumps formulas when building a podcast that resonates.

This candid conversation explores how we've grown from podcast novices to hos...

What happened to the village that once raised our children? In this provocative mother-daughter conversation, we tackle the controversial reality of modern family support systems and why they've fundamentally changed across generations.

Growing up in the 60s and 70s, the traditional "village" meant grandparents who gladly stepped in after school, neighbors who watched out for each other's children, and ...

A boomer and a Gen Xer walk into a bar... and end up debating whether fur babies or human babies make more sense in today's world. Jane (the boomer) and her daughter Bobbi Joy bring their characteristic wit and occasional smart-assery to one of the most polarizing topics in modern family planning: pets versus kids.

Jane kicks things off by questioning the growing trend of "anthropomorphism" – people who trea...