I SHAKE MY HEAD

I SHAKE MY HEAD

Get ready to laugh out loud with I Shake My Head, the hilarious weekly podcast hosted by Lisa Gibson and Samantha Sperling—best friends for over 20 years. These two middle age women are tackling life with zero filters and a whole lot of humor! From menopausal rants and hot flash battles to nostalgic Gen X throwbacks, Lisa and Sam riff on everything from the absurdities of modern life and pop culture to the everyday frustrations that most people keep to themselves. With sharp wit, unapologetic honesty, and a dash of irreverence, they tackle it all, turning their conversations into pure comedy gold. Whether they're venting about life’s curveballs, celebrating their quirks, or laughing at the ridiculousness of it all, Lisa and Sam’s friendship shines through, making every episode feel like you're talking with your funniest, most relatable friends. Tune in to I Shake My Head for laughter-filled, no-holds-barred chats that prove life’s frustrations are way easier to handle when you’ve got a great friend and a sense of humor!

Episodes

December 26, 2025 62 mins
Should you scratch an itch in public, or are you with Lisa and Samantha in championing the “cross your legs and pray” maneuver? Are warning colors like Code Yellow and Code Orange making winter more dramatic than necessary, or would you rather just call it “cold” and move on? There are several heated discussions around breakfast stipulations, pizza toppings and the kiss cam fiasco. How does one survive the emotional minefield of ap...
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Is your texting thumb your own personal MVP and have you ever experienced the catastrophic downfall that comes with a microscopic sliver? Could it bench your whole hand for a day, forcing you to re-examine your double-thumb texting identity? Does Lisa have what it takes to follow through with new resolutions like giving up “unnecessary sugar,” judging coworkers’ lunches and being an “accidental jerk”? Have you ever wondered if Tayl...
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Is instant oatmeal Lisa's life-changing discovery or just her new excuse to eat more sugar before bed? Will Lisa’s newfound snack make it a whole ten days before she's onto the next food fad? Have you ever been called out for your controversial fashion choices, like DIY jeans or baggy pants that maybe shouldn’t leave the house? Should we build salami and cheese into gingerbread houses, or has charcuterie crafting officially crossed...
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Is fruitcake the culinary equivalent of emotional baggage heavier than your regrets and as dense as a gluten-free cake gone wrong?  Did your boomer relatives force-feed you candied fake fruit squares and call it “Christmas joy”. Is it time to let Christmas cakes retire for good? Are you feeling the tipping fatigue when restaurant receipts now suggest 22% as the minimum? Did you spend your childhood loving the 80s salad bar, complet...
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Ever wished your underwear could tell you what day it is? Lisa wants to bring back the days-of-the-week panties but for adults! Would inspirational messages on your undies help you through a blurry week, Have you mourned the fate of a homemade jean gone rogue, revealing two inches of blinding Canadian calf above your boot? Do you also panic when breakfast sausages squirt unexpectedly, questioning whether you truly need that kind of...
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November 21, 2025 73 mins
Is the true holy grail of after-work life comfy pants and no bra? Do you secretly judge folks who rock their “home” look in public, or are you one of the bold ones? Have you ever tried tracking down someone with a single sloppy Croc, risking a blurry hallway snap for the sake of podcast proof? Is couch napping the sweetest slumber you’ll ever find, or does it only lead to trouble and secret pillow betrayals? Is getting up in the mi...
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Is sitting on Santa’s lap a charming tradition or a dated, uncomfortable ritual in need of a Mrs. Claus chaperone? Are grilled cheese sandwiches truly capable of healing emotional wounds you never knew you had? Do you think heaven is serving up grilled cheese perfection? Did you also discover that bras can apparently relocate your “girls” to a whole new postal code and should Wonderbra be sponsoring this level of excitement? Is dri...
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Are Advent calendars actually a gateway to disappointment, or are they a legitimate excuse to eat twenty-four chocolates in one go and call it "practice"? Do you shop at messy stores and secretly judge everyone’s plaid pajama bottoms and slippers out in public? Is mediocre restaurant food ruining your World Series viewing parties, and should coffee ever cost more than a pancake? Has your life ever been ruined by a slippy black sock...
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Did you ever buy a childhood snack like Wagon Wheels only to discover they’ve shrunken and taste like waxy disappointment? Can you ever trust a bathroom shared with strangers after spotting mystery wipes and questionable hygiene practices? Is there a universal bathroom etiquette code, or are women secretly the worst offenders? Are you skeptical about messages from God and wondering if the universe has better things to say? Lisa get...
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Does news of thong underwear with a faux bush make you want to start a game show called “Grow That Bush!”? Would you too question breastfeeding a nine-year-old or do you just throw your hands up and back away beep-beep-beep style? Would you be willing to pay $12,000 for a Jays World Series ticket, and do you think real fans are being squeezed out by sky-high prices? Have you ever negotiated with your partner for chocolate milk prov...
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Are we shocked at the possibility of Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau’s yacht-side romance, or did you just wonder why JT was wearing blue jeans with no shirt? Are granola bars really the jazzed-up adult snack we deserve or just donuts hiding in oat-based disguises? Would you grant amnesty to an injured maple bug or reach for the vacuum? Do dogs secretly resent their winter jackets (and maybe their owners) while parading around in toq...
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Is pumpkin spice actually a flavor, or did it just launch a seasonal cult complete with emotional support lattes and invisible scarves? Does the humble oven mitt deserve your trust, especially if it comes from the dollar store, or are you a tea-towel renegade with Gen X trust issues? Is it better to serve Thanksgiving dinner on fancy china, or are Tupperware and Corelle the new tradition? Would you survive on Lisa’s “oatmeal diet,”...
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Remember the good old Gen X days with fruit cups and metal tins? Samantha admits to licking the fruit cup tin lids, while Lisa claims she was strictly warned by her mom not to. Did your mom have lid-licking rules? Are adult soothers too much, or the next weird wellness trend? Are you traumatized by childhood school photo days, forced smiles, gauchos, and matching turtlenecks? Have you ever tried to conquer a wrap with a plastic kni...
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September 26, 2025 75 mins
Is it finally time for Lisa and Samantha to get their own signature outfits? Are matching tracksuits truly the height of iconic duos, or just Lisa’s latest scheme to glitter and glow? That’s a hard no from Sam! Are you team chicken wing flats or drums, and why can't restaurants just let you choose? Is America really losing its mind, with Trumps political antics and wild claims of Tylenol causing autism? Are seasonal communication h...
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September 19, 2025 81 mins
Why does Lisa have to take her glasses off every time she sneezes? Is eight sneezes in a row a superpower or a family curse? Can sneezing be likened to an orgasm? Is it really possible to be an "unagitated agitator" or is Lisa just redefining what it means to push buttons? Are you using your shower curtain wrong and does your bathroom have more rods than a department store? Do men ever really take losing a game well, or do the excu...
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Is there a secret society of food testers deciding your milk's "best before" date, or is it all just a conspiracy? Ever wondered if pumpkin spice has taken over the world, infiltrating everything from lattes to your morning toast? Join Lisa and Sam as they explore these quirky questions and more! Discover the allure of a GPS voice that could rival any movie star, and reminisce about the glory days of Kentucky Fried Chicken's crispy...
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September 5, 2025 59 mins
Are online tarot readings just a money grab, or is Lisa truly doomed after pulling the Fool, the devil, and the Tower of Destruction? Will the "dark times" readings make Lisa paranoid or will she just roll her eyes? Can you actually fail an eye exam, or should you just trust the process? Are chair aerobics the pinnacle of fitness and if sitting was an exercise would Lisa take home the gold medal? Is Sam secretly a 70's housewife, o...
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Do beets make anything else "beet red" besides your salad? Lisa finds out and feels the need to share. TMI? Will Lisa survive not getting her blue slush puppy? Have you ever survived a sketchy crack-ho motel and lived to tell the tale? Should celebrity engagements come with CNN level drama? Lisa has strong opinions on this one! How should two besties handle a three day road trip in a compact car with drinks with no taste and too ma...
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Lisa and Sam survived their first ever live show but can anyone really survive a three-day, cross-Canada road trip - sketchy motels, epic snoring, questionable bathrooms and all, without losing their minds (or sense of humor)? Are you a nervous driver/ passenger like Lisa? Do you dislike the terrifying Ontario highway sign-falling rocks, moose or turtles? Did Sam break the rental car door or is it just fate playing a cruel joke? Di...
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August 15, 2025 61 mins
Can you really ration an individual sized bag of chips so you don't eat them all. Is Lisa's "chip roll-up" technique dieting genius or just plain laziness? Is delivering fancy food ruining our food experiences? What is the purpose of ants and have we entered our too tired era? Would you wear crocs for a free Krispy Kreme donut and a coveted specialty croc? Lisa wants to go scuba diving, is it her worst or best idea yet? Are you nos...
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