High-low therapy - what we're chasing, what keeps us up at night, being hangry, and how being a sheep is the Aries ram's worst fear
We’re back with another episode of what we like to call high-low therapy, where we let a deck of cards take us to places we never expected. On this episode, Kate is the dealer and Carinn is in the hot seat. We discuss what we're chasing, what keeps us up at night, being hangry, and how being a sheep is the Aries ram's worst fear.Get on the couch with us today!
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Your Friends and Neighbors recap episodes 7-9: it's not yours if you can't keep it
Your Friends and Neighbors recap episodes 7-9: it's not yours if you can't keep it
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Jessie Rosen & 'All The Signs': Complicated Conversations Series
In today’s Complicated Conversations we welcome back Jessie Rosen to discuss her new novel, All The Signs, which follows Leah Lockhart, a skeptical doctor who embarks on a journey of self-discovery through astrology. When Jessie first told us the idea for her second novel while chatting with us about her debut last year, The Heirloom, we just knew we would love it! All The Signs does not disappoint, nor did our discussion with Jessie. We chat with her about the personal inspiration for her sophomore novel, the complexities of family dynamics, confronting your past as a way to move forward, and astrology as a tool for self-understanding. Jessie also shares insights around the challenges of writing her second book, specifically how she learned to let go and trust the transformative power of the writing process. All The Stars is out now! Buy it, read it, share it, and listen to our spoiler-free chat wherever you get your podcasts!
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Saumya Dave & 'The Guilt Pill": Complicated Conversations Series
What if women could get rid of their guilt? On this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome Saumya Dave to discuss her new novel, The Guilt Pill, a taut psychological drama about a CEO on maternity leave who goes missing after she becomes addicted to an experimental, guilt-erasing pill.Saumya shares her insights as a psychiatrist and a mother, providing a nuanced perspective on the challenges of modern parenting and the impact of societal norms on mental health. We chat with Saumya about what “mom guilt” really is, the differences in experiences and social expectations between mothers and fathers, as well as the demands on female CEOs vs their male counterparts. Saumya also shares the evolution of her writing from family stories to this more speculative, psychological mystery.The Guilt Pill is out now!
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Kirthana Ramisetti & 'The Other Lata': Complicated Conversations Series
In this episode of Complicated Conversations, we welcome back Kirthana Ramisetti to discuss her third novel, The Other Lata, which explores themes of identity, self-discovery, and belonging through the story of Lata Murthy, an aspiring writer in New York City. We chat with Kirthana about the complexities of Lata's character, her journey of taking on another person's identity, and the dynamics of her relationships with family and friends. Kirthana reveals the personal inspiration behind the novel, the challenges of navigating adulthood, and what it was like to write the romantic elements of the novel. We loved hearing about how her writing is inspired by the rhythm of reality TV shows, particularly during the revision process.The Other Lata is out now!
In Pop Fiction Women we deep-dive into the complicated women of books, movies and TV shows, along with the women that bring them to life behind the scenes. Think Fleabag and Phoebe Waller Bridge, Normal People and Sally Rooney, and so much more. In each episode you can expect us to: * Break down the protagonist as we ask what makes her complicated? * Identify the best scenes, which can mean sweetest, funniest, or most badass. Anything we love. * Recount the cringiest scenes. The ones that make you squirm. Sometimes it’s self-sabotage, sometimes it’s growth, but it’s always part of the process of becoming our complicated selves. * Play arm-chair therapist in What’s Your Damage, Heather? An homage to the iconic line in Winona Ryder’s Heathers, we discuss how these characters got to be the way they are. * “What She Said” - the segment where we scour every essay and interview with the women behind the scenes and share some of our favorite first person quotes. Real life is as interesting as fiction here. * Look into our crystal ball and ponder where these characters are six months later and five years later. Typically, Kate gets very real and Carinn gets buck wild. * Provide a takeaway, aka that part in the podcast where we try to sound deep. We leave you with some parting wisdom, challenge each other with thought-provoking questions inspired by the work, and urge you to “stay complicated.”
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