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Send us Fan Mail We Hit Record… And Went Wherever the Conversation Took Us No plan. No script. No real idea where this conversation was going—we just hit record and started talking. 😂 From the economy and the cost of living to homelessness, polygamy, and all the random rabbit holes we somehow manage to fall into, this episode is truly a little bit of everything. It’s one of those conversations wh...

Send us Fan Mail Trina packed her bags, hopped on a plane, and headed to Albuquerque, New Mexico for Advocacy Con—and, of course, the trip came with plenty of adventures along the way! In this episode of Thanks, It’s The Trauma , Trina takes us along for the ride as she shares what it was like attending Advocacy Con, connecting with fellow advocates, learning from incredible speakers, and discover...

Send us Fan Mail You know those episodes where we hit record and have absolutely no idea where the conversation is going to go? Yeah… this is one of those. For this Off the Cuff , Krystal came with a topic she wanted to dive into—the Lindsey Clancy case—and, as usual, one conversation quickly turned into several. We talk about the case, our thoughts and reactions, and then somehow manage to wander...

Send us Fan Mail Who decided these were the rules of adulthood?! 😂 In this episode, we’re talking about the unwritten rules of being an adult —the things nobody actually teaches you but somehow expects you to know. From social etiquette and friendships to work, family, texting, and everyday life, we’re breaking down those random rules we all seem to follow without ever agreeing to them. Because a...

Send us Fan Mail At some point, you just have to admit it: we are too old for this shit. 😂 In this episode of Thanks! It’s the Trauma , we’re talking about the things we simply do not have the time, patience, energy, or fucks left to deal with. From unnecessary drama and ridiculous expectations to people who test the last remaining ounce of our sanity, we’re officially entering our “absolutely no...

Send us Fan Mail Sometimes you don’t need a reason. You just need to bitch. 😂 In this episode of Thanks It’s the Trauma , we’re letting it all out and talking about the people, situations, habits, inconveniences, and random things that really irk our shit . No deep dives, no life lessons, no trying to find the root of the problem—just a good old-fashioned bitch session. We’re talking petty compla...

Send us Fan Mail Sometimes you don’t need a deep topic, a plan, or even a reason—you just need to sit down and talk about whatever life is throwing at you! In this episode of Thanks It’s the Trauma , we’re doing exactly that. We’re talking about the good, the bad, the frustrating, the funny, and all the random moments that come with simply trying to make it through life. From everyday struggles an...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Birthday, America! 🇺🇸 This week on Thanks, It's the Trauma , we're celebrating America's birthday the only way we know how—with plenty of laughs and a healthy dose of "Wait...that's actually a law?!" Join us as we dive into some of the most ridiculous, bizarre, and downright hilarious laws from across the United States. From strange rules that s...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Thanks, It's the Trauma , we're diving into a conversation that doesn't happen nearly enough— men's mental health . Society often tells men to "man up," stay quiet, and push through, but what happens when those emotions never get a chance to be heard? We talk about the pressures men face, the stigma surrounding asking for help, how...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we're embracing our petty side and we're not even sorry about it. From irrational annoyances and tiny inconveniences that somehow live rent-free in our heads, to the random things people do that make us instantly roll our eyes, we're sharing all the things we find petty for absolutely no good reason. Of course, it wouldn't be Thanks It's the Tra...

Send us Fan Mail In this entertaining episode, Krystal and Trina take on a series of "Who's Most Likely To?" questions and put their friendship to the test. From everyday habits and personality quirks to completely random scenarios, they compare answers, share memories, and discover whether they see themselves—and each other—the same way. What starts as a simple game quickly turns i...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Katrina and Krystal take a trip down memory lane and confess some of the absolutely bizarre things they did as kids. From strange habits and questionable logic to the random things we thought made perfect sense at the time, we're putting it all out there. Did you have a favorite spoon that tasted better than all the others? Refuse to step on cracks? Create elaborat...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’re diving fork first into the comfort foods that got us through childhood trauma, hard seasons, and everything in between. From struggle meals and family recipes to the snacks that somehow made life feel safe for a moment, we talk about the emotional connection between food and survival. We unpack how certain meals became more than just food — they became comfo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’re unpacking all the things we thought were completely normal growing up… only to realize as adults that they were definitely not. 😅 From chaotic family habits and survival-mode behaviors to things we brushed off as “just how life was,” we’re diving into the moments that made us stop and go, “Wait… other people didn’t grow up like that?” With humor, honesty, a...

Send us Fan Mail Mother’s Day looks a little different these days. In this heartfelt episode, we’re talking about the beautiful, bittersweet evolution of motherhood — from the days of sleepless nights, sticky hands, and surviving in the chaos, to watching our children grow into independent people with lives of their own. We reflect on how Mother’s Day has changed over the years, the expectations w...

Send us Fan Mail In this deeply personal and heartfelt episode, Katrina opens up about the emotional journey she’s been on over the past few months—traveling back and forth to be with her family as her mother-in-law faced serious illness, and ultimately, the weight of saying goodbye. Through raw reflection and honest conversation, she shares what it’s like to navigate grief in real time while stil...

Send us Fan Mail Krystal returns to the mic to share the raw, emotional story of her second trip to Oregon to see her biological father. What was supposed to be another visit quickly became something much heavier—filled with reflection, unspoken feelings, and moments that challenged her in ways she didn’t expect. She opens up about what it’s like navigating a relationship that’s still new, yet roo...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and deeply honest episode, Katrina sits down with Pete D from Pete vs Anxiety for a raw conversation about mental health, healing, and the courage it takes to speak up. Pete opens up about his personal journey, including the lasting impact of abandonment at just 10 years old, and how those early experiences shaped his struggles with anxiety and self-worth. Rather...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Katrina opens up about recently experiencing a major life event that shifted her perspective on what it truly means to be prepared — not just for today, but for the unexpected moments that shape our lives. She welcomes Hollie back from Unbury the Burden for an honest, compassionate conversation about pre-life and post-life planning, and why...

Send us Fan Mail In this off the cuff episode of Thanks, It’s the Trauma , we’re getting honest about self-worth, comparison, and the quiet pressure to measure up in a world that never stops scrolling. Social media has a way of making everyone else’s life look polished, successful, and perfectly put together — while we’re sitting there questioning ourselves. But the truth is, we’re comparing our r...

Send us Fan Mail Part 2 dives into the raw, real, emotion of Krystal's NPE (Not Parent Expected) story. Join us as we go into the unexpected journey after learning her biological father isn’t who she thought—and the ripple effects that followed. 

Send us Fan Mail This week, we dive back into part 1 of Krystal's story of growing up under the shadow of a narcissistic, verbally abusive dad that left scars she never fully understood. Now, as she pieces together her identity she confronts the pain of her past as a means to beginning a journey toward healing, forgiveness, and self-discovery. 

Send us Fan Mail In this deeply honest and moving episode, we sit down with Candi, who shares her journey through unimaginable loss and betrayal. After losing her husband to COVID, Candi was faced with a second heartbreak—discovering after his passing that he had not been faithful during their marriage. In this conversation, she opens up about the complex grief of mourning someone while also recko...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and eye-opening episode, we sit down with social psychologist Jamie Hughes to explore how trauma doesn’t just live in our memories—it lives in our bodies. Together, we unpack the science behind how traumatic experiences can physically manifest through chronic stress, pain, illness, and emotional regulation, often long after the original event has passed. Jamie hel...

Send us Fan Mail We’re re-premiering a powerful conversation on Thanks It’s the Trauma with Hollie McEvoy, author of Unbury the Burden and creator of the upcoming Unbury the Burden workbook. Together, we talk about why it’s so important to start planning now—before crisis, loss, or the unexpected forces decisions to be made in moments of overwhelm. Hollie shares how her work helps individuals and...