Episodios

  • You’re Married to Your Money—Whether You Like It or Not

    You’re Married to Your Money—Whether You Like It or Not
    May 21 2025
    We’re continuing our Mindful May series with a deeper, more honest look at your relationship with money. Certified financial planner and Everyone’s Talkin’ Money podcast host Shannah Game is back, with powerful mindset shifts and unexpected stories. From giving your money shame a nickname (yep, it works) to recognizing how childhood experiences still influence your spending today, Shannah helps us unpack the emotional side of money management. She explains how guilt, anxiety, and societal expectations can trigger self-sabotaging habits—and what to do instead. You’ll learn: Why renaming your money shame helps take back control How to create healthy boundaries without restriction or guilt The surprising ways your inner child still shows up when you spend How to use “money dates” to transform financial stress into confidence Why fixing isn’t the goal—feeling is This episode is money therapy in the best way: no spreadsheets, no shame—just real talk and simple tools that help you rewrite your money story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 m
  • Why is Money a Dirty Word?

    Why is Money a Dirty Word?
    May 14 2025
    Let’s face it—most of us would rather talk about bed bugs, lice, or even what’s growing on our cutting boards before we’d dare bring up…money. So why is something that is a necessity so uncomfortable to talk about or discuss? This week on Oh Gross!, we get real about financial shame, anxiety, and the stress of just splitting a dinner bill. Our guest is Shannah Game, Certified Financial Planner™, award-winning Money Wellness expert, author, and host of the Everyone’s Talkin’ Money podcast. Shannah’s mission is to break the silence around money—and help you do the same. She shares judgment-free tips for untangling money drama, calming financial anxiety, and having honest conversations about cash without spiraling into shame. Because money isn’t gross—it’s just something we were never taught how to talk about. In this episode, we cover:– Why setting a weekly 15-minute “money date” (yes, just like a real date) can totally shift your financial stress– How to cancel old subscriptions, catch weird charges, and stop dodging your bank balance– Why clarity—not spreadsheets or guilt—is the real first step to feeling better about money This Mindful May episode is here to help you take your power back—one tiny money habit at a time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h y 5 m
  • Maycember Madness for Moms and finding Mindfulness in Moments

    Maycember Madness for Moms and finding Mindfulness in Moments
    May 8 2025
    It’s Maycember—because let’s be real, this month is a second December for moms. Field days, graduation parties, teacher gifts, final projects, and 87 unread school texts… all while pretending we still have snack duty under control. But amidst the chaos, it’s also Mental Health Awareness Month—a perfect reminder to stop and breathe. Kara (trained in MBSR and anger management facilitation) reminds us that mindfulness isn’t about doing more. It’s about noticing more. Defined simply, mindfulness is being present without judgment. In this episode, Jennie and Molly learn how to find calm in the middle of the madness. Through mini self-checks and quizzes from Kara, they have unexpected revelations. Molly realizes she doesn’t need to schedule every second to be present. Jennie uncovers what it really means to release judgment and let the process be what it is. From belting ballads in the car to stealing a moment alone in the shower (yes, it counts), they share how tiny, mindful moments can make all the difference. Because sometimes the calm isn’t out there—it’s already inside, waiting for a moment. You’ll laugh, relate, and maybe even give yourself a little grace. As Kara says, “Life is made of moments—and they fly by.” So here’s your official permission to slow down… even if it’s just for 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 m
  • Martinis, Miracles, and a Moment with an Angel

    Martinis, Miracles, and a Moment with an Angel
    Apr 30 2025
    Have you ever sensed a presence when no one was around, or heard a whisper in complete silence guiding you when you least expected it? We’ve talked a lot about healing on Oh Gross!—but never like this. In this captivating episode of Oh Gross, we delve into the mystical and often unspoken experiences that many are hesitant to share openly. Kara’s husband Brian opens up for the first time about his battle with colon cancer—and the moment he believes saved his life. It wasn’t a treatment, a drug, or a doctor. It was something else entirely. Something no one can quite explain. One night, alone in a hospital room, Brian had a visit. Not from a nurse. Not from a friend. From... something else. Call it an angel, a message, a miracle—whatever it was, it changed everything. This is the story they’ve never told. It’s personal, a little wild, and surprisingly funny at times. So pour yourself a martini (or a green juice), and get ready to get chills. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    50 m
  • Camp: Contraband, Crying & a Questionable Splinter

    Camp: Contraband, Crying & a Questionable Splinter
    Apr 23 2025
    We didn’t win the Webby—but being nominated just five months in? That’s a big deal, and we’re beyond grateful. Now on to summer camp… and the chaos that comes with it. In this episode, Kara, Molly and Jennie dive into the hilarious—and sometimes horrifying—realities of sending kids off to camp. From snacks hidden in stuffed animals to fake phones and unexpected first aid moments. The packing list alone can be dramatic, and stories you won’t hear in the brochure. BUT, Camp is still amazing and the best way for kids to do a digital detox and dig into some fun. Special guest Lori Waldman, owner of Camp Blue Ridge, returns with an unforgettable splinter tale. If you’ve ever packed a duffel bag or cried at drop-off, this one’s for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    24 m
  • Spring Cleaning, Microplastics & Carrot Juice Cures: A Conversation with Chris Beat Cancer (Chris Wark)

    Spring Cleaning, Microplastics & Carrot Juice Cures: A Conversation with Chris Beat Cancer (Chris Wark)
    Apr 17 2025
    We kick off this episode with a friendly reminder: Oh Gross! is nominated for a Webby Award—and we need your vote! Then, Kara and Jennie dive into a conversation sparked by Molly’s Instagram post last week: How often should you really wash things like...your bra? (Spoiler: some folks say every 2–3 weeks… and yes, we have thoughts.) From deodorant habits to jeans-washing debates, spring cleaning gets real. But then we shift gears. Kara sits down with Chris Wark, better known as Chris Beat Cancer, for a powerful talk about healing, health, and the rise of microplastics in our food, homes, and even our bodies. Chris and Kara first connected 15 years ago, when Brian (Kara’s husband) was diagnosed with the same cancer Chris had. Now, years later, they reunite to reflect on everything they’ve learned—including the infamous carrot juice phase that turned Brian orange. Brian joins the conversation to give us his POV. This episode gets into: Why microplastics are everywhere (yes, even your brain) Easy swaps to detox your kitchen and life The surprising power of walking barefoot And Chris’s top tips to take control of your health—without judgment It’s honest, helpful, and hilarious in all the ways Oh Gross! does best. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h y 16 m
  • A Spring Break to Remember: Webby Noms, Fishy Birthdays & the Great AC Debate

    A Spring Break to Remember: Webby Noms, Fishy Birthdays & the Great AC Debate
    Apr 9 2025
    After a spring break hiatus, Kara, Jennie, and Molly reunite to settle a heated debate: what’s the perfect sleeping temperature? They discuss the science—and the drama—behind a good night’s sleep. Kara shares some big news: Oh Gross! is officially nominated for a Webby Award for the episode L.A. Fires Crisis Mode: Avoiding Misinformation with Kerry Sanders! She also recounts a hilarious birthday dinner at Key Largo’s Fish House, where a surprise red snapper ritual left everyone laughing. Meanwhile, Jennie and Molly trade tales —including an unexpectedly splashy experience with a bidet. Help Oh Gross! take home the Webby People’s Voice Award by voting here: https://wbby.co/4c95NNx. Voting ends Thursday, April 17th! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 m
  • Myth or Mama Knew Best? The Truth About Colds—from Wet Hair to Weather

    Myth or Mama Knew Best? The Truth About Colds—from Wet Hair to Weather
    Mar 26 2025
    This episode of Oh Gross! is all about separating cold and flu facts from fiction! Kara and Jennie sit down with Dr. Steve to uncover the viral truth—literally. They put old wives' tales to the test: Can you actually catch a cold from going outside with wet hair? Do cold feet make you sick? Is a sudden drop in temperature an open invitation for germs? From snot-covered furniture to sharing beds post-illness, Dr. Steve brings the science (and the laughs) to bust some common myths and explain what really makes you achoo!—and what doesn’t. Then, in the second half of the episode, Molly is back and joins in for some spring break chatter and a sneak peek at what’s coming in April. The Oh Gross! team is shifting gears from what comes out of your colon to what goes into it! Kara is pumped for Jennie and Molly to meet Chris Wark (Chris Beat Cancer)—a colon cancer survivor,patient advocate, and author who will talk about the healing properties in our food. Jennie shares she has been investigating store bought foods under a microscope (literally) after Kara texted her one night that she fell down the rabbit hole of terrifying things found in our foods when magnified. So Jennie has been lugging her grocery hall into the clinics to see what organisms or objects could be lurking your beanie weenies. Molly, always up for a challenge, offers to help by taking the investigation to her favorite snack stop—gas stations, specifically those with questionable roller foods. And... the results are sure to blow your gross socks off. So, grab your hand sanitizer, roll up your sleeves, and get ready for another hilariously icky and informative episode of Oh Gross! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    41 m
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