Send us a text What happens when kindness goes wrong? When James Francisco Bonilla was legally blind, well-meaning strangers pulled him into busy intersections, walked him into call boxes, and nearly guided him off cliffs – all while trying to "help." These harrowing yet illuminating experiences form just part of his remarkable journey from a visually impaired Puerto Rican child facing racial discrimination to becoming a nationally recognized social justice educator. Born with congenital cat...

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This week we spiral from why jeans are dead to cuffing season cravings, the invisible load of single women, and the idea that maybe we’re just… right. We pitch our referral-only dating app, imagine a husband stork, and roast the Home Depot parking lot like the wild frontier it is. Plus: cat energy vs. dog energy, being no one’s priority, and how to balance ambition with a desire to just rot on the couch.Girlhood is awesome, being a woman...requires strategy. For Strategy in fitness/wellness:

This year is going to be an emotional one. One of our kids is finishing their last year of high school before heading off to university—which means campus tours, big decisions, and all the feelings that come with it. Teenagehood looks so different now compared to when we were growing up. We were the generation of fun with endless parties, no check-ins, and parents who had no clue where we were most of the time. That secrecy was part of what made being a teen so exhilarating. But in today’s “Find My

I sit down with Cat & Nat—the unfiltered honest moms who share a social media account, a bank account (their husbands, both named Mark, have zero access!), and a mission to keep it real about motherhood. We talk newborn survival mode, navigating the messy world of parenting online, and why stepping away can actually make you a better mom. From mom ruts to tracking teens, from internet trolls to finding the fun in the chaos—these two show how honesty, humor, and a little rebellion can make

Ever struggled to unlearn people-pleasing or talk openly about sex, weed, or mental health? On this week’s BabyGay™ Podcast, host PJ Brescia (they/them) sits down at The Black Cat with comedian and That’s A Gay Ass Podcast creator Eric Williams (he/him) for a raw, hilarious, and deeply relatable conversation on queer identity, open relationships, OCD, and self-acceptance. Warning: this one gets a little spicy. ⚠️ Warning: this one gets a little spicy!Eric shares what it was like growing up gay with

As we watch so many of you pack your teens off for university we felt it was the perfect time to bring back this epside! As Dean at Stanford, Julie Lythcott-Haims witnessed firsthand the toll that overparenting takes—students who were anxious, depressed, and unprepared to handle life when things didn’t go their way. In this interview, she offers a powerful alternative: a path to raising kids who are truly self-sufficient. Julie is the New York Times bestselling author of How to Raise an Adult, the

What starts with a McDonald’s coffee catastrophe turns into an unexpected lesson on friendship, healing, and the kind of laughter that cleans the soul better than any janitorial spray ever could.This week, I share how blowing Barbie (yes, that’s really what happened) taught me that sometimes the messes in life are the moments that dry us off, lift us up, and show us we belong.

What if you’re not one “true self,” but a whole system of voices, impulses, and feelings? In this episode of The Unlearning Room, I explore Internal Family Systems (IFS) and the idea that multiplicity is the norm. We’ll talk about: – Everyday “parts” and how they shape our choices and relationships – The difference between empathy (which can drain us) and compassion (which sustains us) – How IFS reframes attachment styles as parts strategies – Why re-parenting ou...

First, the plaintiff claims her former landlords are withholding some of her security deposit for dirty rugs when they were soiled during a hurricane, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendants say the plaintiff is filthy, and there was cat litter, cat feces, urine, and vomit everywhere. The defendants are countersuing for additional cleaning expenses. Then, the plaintiff hired the defendant, an accountant, to incorporate the church he works for. The plaintiff claims the defendant didn’t do

Are you gazing at the vast beach of your life, or are you finally noticing the grains of sand beneath your feet?In this episode of Tracy Talks, Tracy invites you into a moment that seemed small—insignificant even—but ultimately revealed the emotional architecture of her past relationship. Through the story of a litter box, a late-night promise, and a cat named Oliver, she unpacks how the tiniest actions can echo the loudest truths.💬 What happens when someone says they'll do something... and

Today I'm joined by two wonderful providers we have at Best Life Behavioral Health: ⁠Paula Pate⁠ and ⁠Cat Roebuck⁠. We do a deep dive into a couples therapy modality they both use that I don't know much about, differentiation-based sex and marital therapy, aka the crucible approach! This is a great way to watch Cat and Paula in real time if you are considering working with either of them individually or as a couple. They are both smart and passionate about what they do. This conversation was a lot

Send us a text Pat and Porsha introduces themselves to the world, covers the Cowboys v Packers game, Tyreek Hill's Injury, Porsha denouncing the Cowboys and becoming an official Steelers Fan. In music, they discuss Cardi B & Nicki Minaj drama, Young Thug's album, Doja Cat's racy imagery and Freddie Gibbs Concert in Dallas. Love is the Ultimate Team Sport

Cat psychology today reveals a fascinating world much deeper than the old stereotype of the aloof or indifferent feline. According to Psychology Today, new research is uncovering how cats form complex social relationships—not only with their human companions, but also with other animals in their environment. Experts like Patricia Pendry from Washington State University highlight that certain cats exhibit high sociability and a willingness to engage with people, showing that social and emotionally

Send Corey and Christine a text! Episode 31 of "Good Morning Ferndale!" Gigantic Alligator Caught in Sherwood! Your New AI Controlled Pet Looks Like a Dead, Mutant Cat! Amazon is Pushing Old People Products at Us! Coffee Crisis: It’s Up Another 20% This Year! "The Great Corn Dog Recall" Jeopardizes All State Fairs! Sponsored by: Arkansas Filtration Solutions Check out Corey's other podcast: "The Best of the Corey and Jay Show Podcast. Email: coreydeitz@gmail.com Facebook: ...

What happens when a Russian teenager relocates to America and discovers the power of trial and error in both cultural adaptation and technological innovation? In this captivating episode, Igor Krasnykh takes us on his remarkable journey from a small Russian town to Silicon Valley entrepreneurship, revealing how life's pivotal moments shaped his approach to business, technology, and personal growth. Igor shares the fascinating story of arriving in California at 17 and experiencing culture shock—not

Artist: @m-o-n-r-o-e & KlaudieTitle: Make This Place Record Label: @distrikt-sound Cat.Number: DS010 -- Release Date: October 10th 2025 This EP comes courtesy of Klaudie, with two tracks that show off both range and restraint. One is a solo effort, the other a collaboration with m.O.N.R.O.E., and together they sketch out two sides of the same late-night vibe. "Make This Place" (Klaudie & m.O.N.R.O.E.) pulls from multiple corners of the house spectrum—UKG edges, raw tech grit, and a straight-up

Artist: @m-o-n-r-o-e & Klaudie Title: Make This Place Record Label: @distrikt-sound Cat.Number: DS010 -- Release Date: October 10th 2025 This EP comes courtesy of Klaudie, with two tracks that show off both range and restraint. One is a solo effort, the other a collaboration with m.O.N.R.O.E., and together they sketch out two sides of the same late-night vibe. "Make This Place" (Klaudie & m.O.N.R.O.E.) pulls from multiple corners of the house spectrum—UKG edges, raw tech grit, and a straight-up

In this raw and unfiltered episode I open up about something I don’t usually share: my struggle with period pain and the frustration of feeling let down by the system. From investing $450 a month in nutrition support to considering Dr. Joe Dispenza as a last resort, this is me being real about the messy side of healing, self-trust, and taking matters into my own hands. I close with a little unexpected inspo from my cat because watching him pursue what he wants with relentless persistence...

In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness month, I invited Jenn to join me via Zoom to discuss her journey as a survivor, her healing through movement and dance, and her commitment to stand by (as in for) herself (as much as she welcomes her community to stand by and with her). At the end of our conversation, we also discuss Jenn’s experience with relationships, dating and finding joy in her body as part of her healing. It is an honor to call Jenn a friend and to share with her a community of