How to Deal When the Shit Gets Real Podcast

How to Deal When the Shit Gets Real Podcast

Two funny cousins talking about how to deal when the shit gets real. Heavy topics with real success stories. Shoot us an email if you want to be a guest.

Episodes

April 26, 2024 31 mins

Today we talk with Mandi about not only how she escaped a narcissistic and abusive marriage but what happened when the FBI knocked on her door! Mandi not only has her own podcast, she has written a book and is frequent speaker about domestic violence. You can find all the important links below!


Aware and Prepared Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0lwhX1fPDClJoD78cDGdW9


Mandi's book: https://www.amazon.com/Things-...

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Today we talk about Stitch Fix, our husbands and surviving dinosaurs. This episode really covers it all! *insert laughing emoji here*

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Today we talk to Brianna about all her traveling adventures. Her and her husband were mid travel when Covid hit and that wasn't that first thing to go wrong! Brianna also crotches the most adorable kitties including ones made from real kitty fur. If you would like to connect with Brianna or order one of her kitties you can do so at the links below!


Website: https://kittenkazoedle.weebly.com/


Instagram: https://www.ins...

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April 5, 2024 24 mins

Today we talk about if large family vacations are a good idea or not. We also discuss how cancer is affecting our family and friends and working during the holidays. Be sure to listen and give us all the tips on how to take care of/handle close loved ones with cancer.

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March 22, 2024 43 mins

Today we talk with Alexandra about all things travel and all things mental health. Alexandra has used her ability to travel to connect with others and create a mental health resource - ClearMind Keyboard. She also gives tips on how to work remotely and travel! You definitely don't want to miss this.

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March 15, 2024 17 mins

Today Connie and Rietta recover from being sick as Connie looks for answers on handling toddler nap time. Be sure to give her all the advice! They also touch on the Oscars and upcoming holidays. Come hang out with us!

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Today we talked with Stefan about his late-stage diagnosis of ADHD and how he spent some time homeless and living in his car. He gives great advice about how he handles his diagnosis and how he turned that into both a book and a successful podcast!


If you would like to check out Stefan's podcast or his book, follow the links below!

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-neurodivergence-with-stefan-glazer...

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February 16, 2024 24 mins

Today Connie and Rietta talk about Valentine's Day and try to choose what three things they would take on a deserted island out of a list of ten. Be sure to share with us what three things you would choose! The list can be found on our IG account. Also, be sure to wish our fabulous Rietta a Happy Birthday!

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February 9, 2024 60 mins

Today we talk with Stephany about how she escaped not one but two narcissist marriages. She provides red flags to look out for and other great tips to improve your outlook and your life. Be sure to listen in!

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February 2, 2024 33 mins

Today Connie and Rietta talk about movies, which TVs to avoid and Svengoolie! Do you know who Svengooglie is? Let us know in the comments! Don't worry we touch on other random things too. Come hang out with us. :)

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Today we talked with Dani about all her travels including hitchhiking on the west coast. Dani also opens up about an accident she was lucky to walk away from and how she healed and still handles having a TBI.

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January 19, 2024 26 mins

Today Connie and Rietta start 2024 by talking about aging, skin care, and upcoming plans for the year. If there are topics you want Connie and Rietta to cover, e-mail them. Happy 2024 everyone!

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January 12, 2024 71 mins

We start the new year with the wonderful Naomi. She talks about her sister being diagnosed with cancer, finding out she has the BRCA gene, and how she was able to restart her life with purpose and love!


If you are interested in getting involved with Naomi's non-profit, The Sassy Carmen Foundation, click the link below!

https://www.sassycarmen.org/

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November 17, 2023 15 mins

Today we wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! We talk about our plans, what we love about Thanksgiving and some of our fondest memories.

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November 10, 2023 51 mins

Today Jess is back to get real about motherhood. We hold nothing back when it comes to the good and the bad about being a mom. From not bonding, mom guilt and nightmarish difficulties of post partum to talk about it alllll. If you are a mom or soon to be mom this is dedicated to you!

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November 3, 2023 20 mins

Today we talk about when we decorate for Christmas and what kind of shoppers we are. We also discuss if we will be reading Britney Spear's memoir! Let us know your thoughts!

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November 2, 2023 20 mins

Today we talk Halloween, the struggles of finding a good nail tech and Connie pumps Rietta's newest book. Be sure to tune in and join in on the fun!


If you are interested in reading any of Rietta's books they are available on Amazon!


https://www.amazon.com/stores/Rietta-Boksha/author/B08BX7GZ3R?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

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October 27, 2023 37 mins

Today we talk with Jess about her journey to become a flight nurse and what ups and downs the job takes her on. She also discusses her own health journey that not only took her out of the sky but affected her ability to be a mom. This is one you don't want to miss and there may or may not be a part II.

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**Warning** This episode includes discussions of rape and drug addiction.


Today we talked to Krysten about growing up around addiction and how becoming pregnant at sixteen saved her. It wasn't an easy road but Krysten turned it into a beautiful one. Listen and be inspired!

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September 29, 2023 15 mins

Today we talk about random health scares and a time from Connie's childhood that still haunts her. Want to know what it is? Take a listen and find out!

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