Life In Jest

You never know what you're gonna get when you show up to a potluck—and this episode is no different! Selene and Pascale each bring surprise topics to the table, serving up unexpected stories, spicy opinions, and sweet moments of laughter. From half-baked ideas to fully loaded tangents, it’s a buffet of banter where anything goes and everything’s on the menu. Come hungry—for humor, for heart, and for a heaping helping of the une...

In this searing special episode of Life In Jest, Selene and Pascale take the prosecution to task in the high-stakes Karen Read trial—where one crucial fact remains glaringly unproven: that a collision ever happened at all.

With sharp insight and no-nonsense analysis, they break down the mountain of reasonable doubt meticulously revealed by defense attorney Alan Jackson, whose methodical takedown of the state’s shaky narrative has le...

Selene and Pascale take a heartfelt trip down memory lane, sharing the TV shows that shaped their childhoods—and maybe yours. With laughs, personal stories, and cultural insights, they explore how television reflected (and molded) family life, identity, and humor. From classic sitcoms to reality TV, plus a shoutout to books and libraries, it’s a cozy, thoughtful dive into the screen stories that stayed with us.

Takeaway...

When bad songs happen to good people.

In this episode of Life In Jest, Selene and Pascale dive into the deep end of the musical pool—and promptly start flailing. Each brings a list of songs that make their inner peace pack a bag and leave. From screechy ballads to overplayed anthems that haunt supermarket aisles, no genre is safe.

They also take a detour down memory lane, sharing hilarious musical moments with their kids—specifically...

Selene's sweet mama-in-law was visiting...a perfect opportunity to discuss the trial! SO MUCH TO UNPACK! What is up with hot potato Michael Proctor? And that belligerent cop who suffers from "false memory" syndrome! (eyeroll) Innocents don't squirm on the stand! Selene gives the tea to Mama Barbara, who is philosophical about the whole thing, while Selene's blood continues to boil. Thanks to Mama Barbara for joi...

Buckle up for a tail-wagging, gavel-banging good time! In this delightfully fluffy episode, Selene Castrovilla and Pascale Laforest dish on everything from courtroom chaos to cuddly creatures. They kick things up with adorable pet stories, unexpected animal encounters (yes, Costa Rican pups make an appearance!), and some seriously fuzzy feelings about our four-legged friends.

But don’t let the fluff fool you—these two also sink thei...

This week, Selene and Pascale throw open the crypt of current events—dragging out everything from the Karen Read and P. Diddy trials to the silicone-stuffed nightmares of the sex robot revolution. Along the way, they resurrect The Stepford Wives to ask: was Ira Levin writing horror, satire… or a prophetic how-to manual for the patriarchy?

In this eerie blend of courtroom drama, cultural autopsy, and dystopian dating forecast, they e...

In this episode of Life in Jest, hosts Selene and Pascale engage in humorous banter, discuss bizarre news stories, and offer advice on navigating friendships and relationships. They explore themes of nationalism, identity, and the absurdities of life, all while maintaining a light-hearted tone. The conversation flows naturally from light-hearted introductions to deeper cultural commentary, culminating in a segment dedicated to list...

We are so enthralled by Karen Read's second trial that we had to bring you another pop-up episode! Does Jen McCabe think pretending to be dumb will make this all disappear? Does Lt.Gallagher think doubling down on the quality of red Solo cups as evidence receptacles will make his choice okay? WTF is up with the dog?

This plus taillight, battery temperature, group chats, and blood alcohol level talk.

Ringling Brothers & Barnum...

Selene and Pascale take online psych tests, but when they engage in an "Are You a Hoarder?" quiz, Selene's Mom, who passed away years ago and was a hoarder, gets offended and shuts it down before Pascale can ascertain if collecting her Funko Pops collection is getting out of control. This leads to a discussion about whether people in heaven are actually more evolved and forgiving, as previously thought.

Selene discusses ...

🎤 Welcome back to the Life in Jest Podcast! Join co-hosts Selene and Pascale as they dive into the wild world of politics and celebrity! 🌟

This week, we’re all about Bernie Sanders and Sean "Diddy" Combs! First up, we chat about Bernie making waves at Coachella and his Oligarchy Tour featuring the one and only AOC! Can our favorite mitten man raise enough awareness to save democracy? 🤔✨

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🎙️ Welcome to the hilarious world of Life In Jest! Join cousins and besties Selene and Pascale as they attempt to record a professional trailer for their society and culture podcast... and hilariously fail! 😂

In this blooper-packed outtake, witness the chaos as Selene and Pascale stumble over their words, crack each other up, and prove that sometimes, the journey to greatness is paved with laughter (and a fe...

🎙️ Welcome to the trailer of **Life In Jest**—the podcast where life is weird and people are weirder! 🤪 Join your favorite cousins and besties as they navigate the insanity of life without straightjackets—because how else would they enjoy their wine? 🍷

In **Life In Jest**, we tackle the strange, the dark, and the downright ridiculous with a healthy dose of sarcasm and whatever humor we can wring from t...

🎙️ Welcome back to *Life In Jest*! In this special pop-up episode, we break down the jaw-dropping moments from Karen Read's second trial! 🚨

The trial has kicked off, and the opening statements are nothing short of pivotal! The prosecutor has dropped some bombshells, claiming he has new evidence regarding John O'Keefe's last movements and even the temperature of his cell phone battery—wait, what?!...

In this episode, Selene and Pascale explore various themes, including personal experiences with OCD, the impact of vaccines on health, reflections on the movie Grease and its underlying themes of adolescence, and the complexity of growing up. They delve into the character of Rizzo, discussing her depth and the tragedy of adolescent experiences. The conversation also touches on creative aspirations, the writing journey, and cultural...

In this heartfelt episode, Selene Castrovilla reflects on Pope Francis's passing and discusses his legacy of love and compassion. She expresses concern over the future leadership of the Church and the ongoing struggles of humanity, particularly regarding violence and hate. She recognizes the irony and futility of the Pope spending some of his final moments with the unrepentant and unredeemable J.D. Vance. The conversation shift...

Surprise, surprise...Selene and Pascale find hope for humanity in a tiny North Dakota town called Leith--population 24. When a gnomy man named Craig Cobb moves in, the town welcomes #25. But they don't know his secret agenda.

Cobb is a flip-flop-wearing white supremacist who is buying up property so he and his hateful pals can take over the town government! But Cobb doesn't count on the white people not being down with his h...

This episode slips behind the curtains of power, crime, and public perception—where nothing is quite as it seems.

First up: Scores, the legendary Manhattan gentlemen’s club that gave us glitter, gossip, and—surprise!—the downfall of the Gambino crime family. That’s right. While the mob was making it rain, the feds were making recordings. Selene and Pascale break down how this den of debauchery turned into an unlikely hotspot for FBI...

In this episode, Selene and Pascale dive headfirst into a tale of a prescription renewal that went from "simple task" to "nightmare fuel," all wrapped up in a delightful mix of miscommunication, gaslighting, country codes, and existential dread. They also reveal the true cost of birthday party prep—spoiler: it’s laborious, stinky, and borderline traumatic. Oh, and if you’ve ever had a really awkward mother-son momen...