Don't Even Bother

Are we too connected for our own good?

In this episode, we talk about what it’s like to navigate adult life in a world of constant technology—where being online never really stops, and nostalgia for the past hits harder than expected.

From overstimulation to feeling disconnected despite always being connected, this conversation explores the tension between modern life and how it actually feels to live it.

00:00  Intro: Are We Too Conn...

What happens when curiosity crosses the line?

In this episode, we explore the questions people don’t like being asked—from flat earth reactions to dinosaur or dragon debates to the strange reality of animal evolution.

It’s not about having answers—it’s about why certain questions make people uncomfortable in the first place.

If you’ve ever been told “don’t ask that,” you’ll feel right at home here.

00:00  Intro: Let’s Ask the Questions...

Why do we overthink everything — conversations, decisions, texts, moments from years ago?

Today, we unpack overthinking: where it comes from, why our brains won’t shut up, and how modern life keeps us stuck in mental spirals.

We talk anxiety, decision fatigue, people-pleasing, and the pressure to constantly self-analyze — from replaying conversations to second-guessing choices and lying awake at night with a racing mind.

No toxic posi...

Are we vintage… or just emotionally attached to the past?

We're spiraling hard into nostalgia, revisiting the cartoons, movies, toys, and random childhood obsessions that shaped us in the ’90s and early 2000s.

From My Little Pony figures and Strawberry Shortcake stationery to truly unhinged collectibles (including George W. Bush playing cards), nothing is off-limits. We mourn the loss of Blockbuster nights, disposable cameras, a...

Who decided how time works — and why do so many people question it?

Today, we unpack calendar conspiracies, alternative timekeeping theories, and the history behind how modern calendars were created and standardized.

We explore why the calendar feels arbitrary, where conspiracy theories around time manipulation come from, and how religion, power, history, and control all intersect with the way we measure days, mon...

What are people actually experiencing when they talk about auras, intuition, or even psychic dreams?

In this episode, we sit down with Karyn Stuart to talk about "A Course In Miracles", energy, perception, and the kinds of experiences that don’t always have easy explanations.

From reading energy to intuitive awareness, we explore why these topics resonate with so many people — and why they can also be met with skepticism.

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When kids struggle emotionally, the whole family feels it.

We sit down with licensed clinical social worker Lindsey Cox, owner of Creating Family Harmony to talk about therapy for children, parenting challenges, and why supporting a child’s mental health often means working with the entire family.

We discuss how therapy helps kids process emotions, what parents should know about mental health support, and why communication, boundarie...

What makes a city worth visiting — and worth living in?

We sat down with Andrew Heidt, Vice President of Sales at Visit Boise, to break down how tourism, conventions, and city branding help drive economic growth in Boise.

Andrew explains how cities attract major events, conferences, and visitors — and why those decisions matter for local jobs, small businesses, and long-term economic development. We also dig into ...

What if the Titanic disaster wasn’t just a tragic accident — but a perfectly timed moment in history?

We are digging  into one of the most persistent historical conspiracy theories: the connection between the sinking of the Titanic and the creation of the Federal Reserve.

We break down what’s fact, what’s speculation, and why theories continue to resurface more than a century later. From powerful financiers to missing opponents of ce...

What if your symptoms aren’t the problem — they’re the signal?

This week, we're joined by Amber Warren, PA-C, IFMCP,  co-owner and provider at the Functional Medicine Institute in Idaho’s Treasure Valley, to talk about why so many people are frustrated with conventional healthcare — and what functional medicine does differently.

From chronic fatigue and hormone imbalance to gut issues, inflammation, and “norm...

We’re digging into the rise of virtue signaling, performative outrage, and why so many online opinions fall apart once context enters the conversation.

We talk about how blending personal politics with business often backfires, and how surface-level activism has replaced actual understanding.

We also get into federal law enforcement, ICE, and the realities of immigration enforcement that rarely make it past headli...

Why do adult friendships change so much — and why does choosing peace sometimes mean choosing a smaller circle?

We're talking about adult friendships, outgrowing people, and why quality matters more than chaos as life gets fuller and priorities shift.

From letting go of surface-level connections to navigating boundaries, distance, and mismatched energy, we unpack why friendships in adulthood require more inte...

Buying a home can feel exciting… until the inspection report drops and suddenly you’re spiraling.

We're lucky to be joined by Joey McPeek — “America’s Favorite Home Inspector” and owner of Peek Home Inspections —  to talk about what actually matters when it comes to home inspections, and what buyers, sellers, and homeowners often misunderstand.

From hidden structural issues and safety concerns to inspection myths, this conversat...

What does the “whiteness narrative” actually mean — and who benefits from how it’s being framed?
Carmen is back with us to unpack how conversations around whiteness, power, identity, and guilt have evolved in modern culture — and where nuance is often lost in the process.
We explore how broad narratives shape personal identity, social dynamics, media messaging, and public discourse, and ask whether these frameworks encourag...

What does government affairs actually look like beyond the headlines and hot takes?

We're joined by Travis Jones, a government affairs consultant, to break down how lobbying, policy work, and political decision-making really function behind the scenes.

Travis shares how a love of history landed him in Washington, D.C., the moments that made him realize “this place is wild,” and why he ultimately traded Beltway chaos for life in ...

Time to dive into a raw and personal journey of faith — from a New Age childhood to embracing Catholicism as an adult. We talk about spiritual warfare, the reality of holding onto faith in a chaotic world, and what it feels like to watch cultural values shift faster than we can keep up.

We get into the societal obsession of being “tolerant” of everything (ps: it’s gone too far!), the attacks on Christians, and the growing ...

Credit doesn’t have to be confusing — or terrifying.

We’re joined by mortgage expert Mike Campos of Origin Point Mortgage for the credit crash course most of us never got in school.

We break down what your credit score actually means, how to read your credit report without spiraling, and the realistic steps you can take to improve your FICO score over time. From car loans and interest rates to buying a home, we ex...

Christmas always comes with a mix of nostalgia, traditions, and a little bit of chaos.

Carmen is back this Christmas morning and we talk about the holiday moments that stick with us — the traditions we grew up with, the funny Christmas memories that never get old, and the chaotic energy that somehow shows up every year.

From viral Christmas moments to family traditions and everything in between, this conversation is a relatable dive ...

Grief changes you — but it doesn’t have to break you.

We're joined by our friend Carmen for a deeply honest conversation about love, loss, and resilience.

We talk about navigating grief, surviving life-altering loss, and the quiet strength it takes to keep going when life doesn’t look the way you imagined. Carmen shares personal insights on healing, emotional endurance, and how resilience is built — not overn...