Where is the Line

With so much misinformation floating around online, it's time to separate fact from fiction when it comes to supplements, vitamins, and probiotics . Are they really necessary? Which ones actually work? And how much of the booming supplement industry is just clever marketing? In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Laura Gearman , a Clinical Dietitian and Nutrition Manager , to help us break it...

Dating today can feel like a minefield—commitment seems elusive, and swiping through endless options can leave you drained. In this episode of Where Is the Line , we dive deep into the modern dating landscape with Emily Becker , who shares her personal experiences, crazy dating stories, and insights on navigating this complex world. We explore: What hookup culture looks like today and why it's so...

On this deeply personal episode, we tackle a topic that's often brushed under the rug: job loss. Inspired by the incredible listener response to Episode 13 on career vs identity, we decided it was time to share our own stories of being laid off—and everything that came with it. We dive into the raw emotions, from shock and denial to acceptance and rebuilding, and explore how layoffs challenge our...

In this episode of Where is the Line , we sit down with Nicci Bosco , a single mom by choice to explore her remarkable journey into solo parenthood. From the early desire to have children to navigating fears, societal stigma, and the practicalities of sperm donors and IVF, she opens up about the highs and lows of motherhood on her own terms. We dive into questions like: What drove her decision to...

In this episode we dive deep with former IBM executive  Ed Brill who traded corporate security for the freedom of freelancing. We explore the challenges and rewards of moving from a W2 to being on a 1099, including financial implications, work-life balance, the concept of permission, and the emotional journey of leaving a prestigious title.  Did you know in the US, the number of freelancers has be...

Well, if this Election taught us anything is that our nation is more divided than ever. This week we are bringing to you a topic that doesn't get talked about enough and we hope it will connect people in these trying times.  We have the great pleasure of sitting down with Kevin Cao, who opens up about  mental health in men , and addresses the stigmas associated with male vulnerability and how they...

Losing weight and dieting are sensitive topics for so many of us! Today we are getting into all things functional nutrition , gut health, weight loss, diet culture, fads, … what solutions are actually sustainable? We are honored to have an actual specialist with us, Katie Strack, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (MS, RDN, IFNCP) to help unpack it all! What shines through in the episode, Katie is...

Welcome back to "Where is the Line" Season 4, where we continue to explore the grey areas of life! We are back with a new season filled with spicy topics, more exciting guests and another level of vulnerability, candor and authenticity!  Join us as we cover:  Spooky Season is upon us so we are kicking things off with: Jane & Sabrina's take on Halloween Candy - favorites and least favorites What ar...

Where is the Line: Season 3 Finale - how are we here already? After so many incredibly intimate & informative conversations with phenomenal guests, we thought to close out with some silly topic debates - tune into 30 mins of "would you rather" and other rapid fire questions - you'll definitely get to know your hosts a little bit more :D We had so much fun with this one, we hope you enjoy! Here is...

Did you know that ~1 in 5 couples struggle with infertility? IVF treatments are slowly becoming more accessible but what all does it entail and what can you expect? Our guest  Sarah Freese Zigman has gone through quite the rollercoaster of a journey and is here to share it all, from the ups and downs of the process to a happy ending of welcoming their beautiful son Wyatt.   Email us at: whereisthe...

Career pivots - they can be daunting! Have you ever contemplated switching careers, or joining a new industry? Not sure where to begin?  We have the utmost pleasure to sit down with  Katie Seeger , former Olympic bobsledder (‼️‼️) who made the transition from athlete at the highest level to Make-A-Wish Coordinator to now Sr. Program Manager at LinkedIn. We learn from Katie on how she navigated thi...

Have you ever felt trapped in a relationship that's more harm than harmony? Toxic relationships sadly occur way too often but how do you know you're in one and when is it time to leave? How do you separate love bombing from more "normal" signs of affection? How to differentiate between toxicity and the normal ups and downs of any relationship? Can a toxic relationship be transformed into a healthy...

Wellness - a hot buzzword but where is the line? We are getting into it solo this week by unpacking myths vs hacks surrounding wellness: what is healthy vs when does wellness turn into suffering how to set habits that actually stick and the concept of temptation bundling how to turn losses into perspective how to live a life with no regrets This episode is inspired by Liz Moody's best selling book...

Have you ever been part of a toxic work environment? It can happen more often than we think! Toxicity comes on a spectrum and it doesn't always have to be extreme. How do you recognize toxic behaviors and what is the opportunity cost? When is it time to leave? In this episode we have the honor to hear from product leader, startup advisor and career coach  Kristin Chen , who has over a decade of ex...

Being a mom, wife, business woman, friend, caring daughter & sister: how to juggle it all without losing yourself? How to navigate the feelings of external judgment and not being enough? How to have productive conversations with your partner when you don't have a lot of energy left?  How to cultivate friendships and let go of what no longer serves you? We have the pleasure to dive in with Arya Ram...

Ayahuasca - a hoax or actually effective? Is it just another psychedelic? Despite drawing some controversy, Ayahuasca has been used by indigenous people for centuries to help treat depression, PTSD, anxiety, addiction… but what is it exactly and what to expect… if you've ever been curious, this episode will blow your mind!  We have the pleasure to sit down with Natacha Martin ( @retro_motion) , wh...

The Return-to-office debate is real! While some employers continue to provide flexibility post-pandemic, others impose stringent mandates without meeting employees where they are. Today we sit down with Joie Karcher , CEO, business owner and over 20 years of experience in Big Tech who advises on how to best navigate the post-COVID working world. We touch on: The role of purpose in RTO conversation...

This week we are talking all things mental health! How can one differentiate between burnout vs just "a bad week"? What if therapy alone isn't effective enough and you continue to battle a feeling of anxiety & depression?  We are so honored to have the beautiful Katherine Morse Wiora (Kat) with us to share for the first time publicly about her incredibly personal story of joining an out-patient pr...

This week we are talking all things relationships and dating with two phenomenal guests, who don't hold back - you do not want to miss Paige McKibbon and Ben Mezzenga !  Where is the line between healthy boundaries and control?  We are thrilled to have both the male AND the female perspective in one joint (virtual) setting for the first time in the pod's history, discussing topics like: being frie...

Welcome back to "Where is the Line" Season 3, where we continue to explore the grey areas of life! We are back with a new season filled with spicy topics, more exciting guests AND you can now watch on YouTube ! In the opener, the two co-hosts Jane Liu and Sabrina Fruehauf hope our audience can get to know us a bit better with a bit of fun:  What's In & Out for us in 2024 In lieu of new years resol...

Where is the Line: Season 2 Finale - are you ready?  After so many incredibly intimate & informative conversations with phenomenal guests, we thought to close out on a funny, silly note - tune in to our own version of Reddit's "Am I the Ahole", where we give our take on four spicy scenarios and how we would approach it...  We had so much fun with this one, we hope you enjoy! Here is a sneak peek i...

AI & Ethics - Where is the Line? When should we be concerned?  We are honored to sit down with Software Engineer Maung Aung who is extremely knowledgeable in the space and doesn't hold back in unpacking the ethical dimensions of artificial intelligence ; from the 'reasoning' gap to critical issues of privacy and control, to bias in AI, Maung covers it all, including the benefits as well as limitat...

Managing in a remote world- how to build effective leadership virtually. We are thrilled to have engineering manager Dmitrii Pokhil with us who is working on an incredibly inspiring mission, to help end the organ transplant waiting list. Dmitrii shares openly about his journey as a manager, how to create a culture of trust and transparency, and owning up to sometimes not getting it right. He share...

Are your parents empty nesters? How do you navigate the changing relationship with them? How can you redefine the parent-child dynamic in a healthy way? And what is empty nester syndrome really?  Join us for an exciting conversation with  Matthew Newton on how to manage this new dynamic, how to set boundaries and the importance of finding dual purpose outside of parenting. We hope you enjoy and as...

Your job vs. your identity - we spend 1/3 of our lives at work yet it is important to remember that we are not our jobs.  Today we hope to inspire you to take a closer look at who you are outside of your career.  There is no better person than Shaliza Kassam who shares openly about her journey after getting laid off and how that marked a pivotal turning point to rediscover herself and find new sou...