Ingrid Dutton & Jessica Maerz

Another Situation

Society EN ↓ 97 episodes

Two sisters. Countless stories. All the feels. Join Ingrid Dutton and Jessica Maerz as they dive into personal tales, historical events, newsworthy headlines, and listener-submitted stories—sharing each one with heart, humor, and a touch of sisterly banter. From the hilarious to the harrowing, the unbelievable to the unforgettable, no story is off-limits. It’s honest, interactive, and above all, fun. A Point5Pinoy production.

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Ingrid Dutton & Jessica Maerz

Category

Society

Latest episode

Oct 28, 2025

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45-Stingy, Skinny Jack (origins of Halloween, All Saints, All Souls, & Dia de los Muertos) 01.11.2022

Halloween, All Saints Day, All Souls Day and Dia de los Muertos all have one thing in common: a belief that the barrier between this world and the next opens up. Join us as we cover the origins of each holiday and how best to celebrate them.  Support the show Contact Another Situation: Email us at A notherSituationPodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @AnotherSituationPodcast Check...

44-The Y-What-CA?? (the final anonymous domestic violence situation) 25.10.2022

Today is our final episode on domestic violence for this October. Jessica explains all the abbreviations which is followed by another anonymous submission. Lastly, we recognize breast cancer awareness month as Jessica shares some stats. Listener discretion: this episode contains explicit language as well as details of partner abuse. Please be aware this episode also details incidents of animal abu...

43-The Story of the High-Level Nurse Part 3 (another anonymous domestic violence situation) 20.10.2022

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we have the conclusion to this three part situation.  #every1knowssome1 She never thought it could happen to her, but the author found herself trapped in an abusive relationship filled with unpredictable rages, constant gaslighting, and emotional manipulation. In this powerful and emotional episode, she shares her personal journey and the red flags th...

43-The Story of the High-Level Nurse Part 2 (another anonymous domestic violence situation) 19.10.2022

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we have part two of this three part situation.   Have you ever found yourself trapped in a toxic and manipulative relationship, unable to see the red flags waving right in front of you? Join us in this eye-opening episode as we uncover the anonymous author's harrowing journey through emotional abuse, brainwashing, and the complex push-pull dynami...

43-The Story of the High-Level Nurse Part 1 (another anonymous domestic violence situation) 18.10.2022

Have you ever found yourself in a relationship where something just doesn't feel right, but you can't quite put your finger on it? This episode shares an eye-opening story of a woman who, after separating from her husband, entered into a new relationship with a man who was also going through a separation. We uncover the numerous red flags she overlooked as their relationship progressed,...

42-Brooklyn the Brave (Chrissy discusses ALL) 11.10.2022

Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) can affect any age, but the group at highest risk are children under the age of five years. Chrissy details how her daughter Brooklyn was diagnosed and treated. She gives an amazing account of how Brooklyn took on this diagnosis. Make sure to listen to the end for some exciting news! Also, Chrissy is planning a mission trip to the Dominican soon. If you have any ba...

40-Here's the Situation: Forty is the New Fifty 27.09.2022

This week Ingrid and Jessica cover what the upcoming months are going to look like.  October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month so expect some heavy situations. To counter that, please send us your acts of kindness!  Either acts you’ve done, someone did for you or ones you’ve seen. Also putting a call out for messages of things you’re thankful for.  Thank you for coming along with us to our 40th...

39-Skin to Skin (Michelle Harris discusses NICU) 20.09.2022

September is NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) awareness month. Michelle Harris, fellow podcaster and host of "The Conversing Nurse Podcast",  joins Ingrid in discussing her career as a NICU nurse. She also describes typical hurdles new parents of NICU babies experience. Her podcast is a collection of interviews with nurses of various backgrounds and is very interesting. Please check i...

38-Shine On Jewell (June discusses childhood cancer) 13.09.2022

September was declared National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month by President Obama in 2012. "Going Gold" is a way to show support and bring awareness to the leading disease related cause of death in children and adolescents. June Sweat shares her daughter Jewell’s battle with stomach cancer. She details disheartening statistics of childhood cancer and describes the beautiful light that...

37-Be a Freaking Sea Lion (suicide awareness situation) 06.09.2022

Suicide awareness month is a time dedicated to bring attention to a topic that is not discussed enough. This is recognized during the month of September in the United States. World Suicide Prevention Day is the 10th of September. According to the World Health Organization 703,000 people take their life each year worldwide.  For each suicide, approximately 20 attempts are made. The theme for World...

36-The Tuske-Bee-Gee Syphilis Study 30.08.2022

We have already learned of the shady history that happened in our "What the HeLa" episode. Ingrid now details the historical syphilis situation that happened at the Tuskegee Institute. Support the show Contact Another Situation: Email us at A notherSituationPodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @AnotherSituationPodcast Check out our website https://www. AnotherSituationPo...

35-Just Brew It (happiness happens and ayahuasca) 23.08.2022

Happiness is a choice!!! Celebrate Happiness Happens month by choosing to be happy. Or take ayahuasca?!? Make sure to catch the cameo at the end!! Support the show Contact Another Situation: Email us at A notherSituationPodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @AnotherSituationPodcast Check out our website https://www. AnotherSituationPodcast.com/ Thank you for listening and sharing!!...

34-What the HeLa?! (I thought we were talking about immunizations) 16.08.2022

Ingrid touches on the topic of immunization (August is immunization awareness month) by detailing the life of the woman whose cells changed the world of medicine forever--Henrietta Lacks. Information for this episode was obtained from the book, "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot,  the podcast, "This Podcast Will Kill You" Episode 70, and Wikipedia. Support...

33-Another Sister Situation 09.08.2022

Happy Sister's Day!! The sisterly bond is celebrated in the U.S. the first Sunday of every August. We decided to celebrate by having our cousin Kara on as a guest and ask all the questions. We give all the answers...maybe too many answers. Support the show Contact Another Situation: Email us at A notherSituationPodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @AnotherSituationPodcast Che...

32-I Cannot Do This By Myself (UFO sightings and abductions) 04.08.2022

Unidentified Flying Objects can mean a lot of things. However, to the majority of us UFOs are synonymous with aliens. This week, we explore the stellar possibilities of other life forms. Support the show Contact Another Situation: Email us at A notherSituationPodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @AnotherSituationPodcast Check out our website https://www. AnotherSituationPodcast.co...

31-How Did I Not Die Part 3 26.07.2022

It's back by popular demand!!! Listen as Ingrid and Jessica go over the amazing survival stories of Mauro Prosperi and Juliane Koepcke-Diller.  Spoiler alert...both stories involve bats. Support the show Contact Another Situation: Email us at A notherSituationPodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @AnotherSituationPodcast Check out our website https://www. AnotherSituationPodca...

30-Fifty Shades of Fables (folklore and fables) 19.07.2022

Happy 30th episode!! This podcast is based on sharing situations or stories. Today Ingrid and Jessica dive into fables and folklores. Some have been passed down in their family and others from different cultures. Cuddle up and get cozy for some sweet bedtimes stories. Support the show Contact Another Situation: Email us at A notherSituationPodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Ano...

29-Myster-E Part II (the Voynich Manuscript) 05.07.2022

Today Jessica and Ingrid explore the wonders of the Voynich Manuscript and all of its possibilities. Is it real? Is it a hoax? We'll let you decide. Support the show Contact Another Situation: Email us at A notherSituationPodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @AnotherSituationPodcast Check out our website https://www. AnotherSituationPodcast.com/ Thank you for listening and sh...

28-Myster-E Part I (Edith's mysterious situations request) 28.06.2022

Ingrid covers the kidnapping of Charley Ross.  Learn how this led to changes in the system and provided sage advice. Support the show Contact Another Situation: Email us at A notherSituationPodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @AnotherSituationPodcast Check out our website https://www. AnotherSituationPodcast.com/ Thank you for listening and sharing!! Music by Tim Crowe

27-Just Stop It (hate crimes against the LGBTQ+ community) 21.06.2022

It's back to just Ingrid and Jessica on this one! To continue celebrating Pride month, we chose four situations from the history of America's LGBTQ population.  Their struggles and tragedies should not be repeated and their sacrifices should not be in vain.  We discuss the Stonewall Uprising, the murders of Matthew Shepard and Jason Fox, and the mass shooting at Pulse in Orlando.  Love p...

26-Old Childhood Friends (Dawn’s situation with infertility) 14.06.2022

Today we talk with Dawn Running in honor of Worldwide Infertility Awareness Month.  She shares her journey of infertility and how it brought her to becoming a foster parent and eventually adoption.  Listen as she explains how her beautiful family came to be together. Support the show Contact Another Situation: Email us at A notherSituationPodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Anot...

25-We Are Family (a coming out situation) 07.06.2022

It's time to celebrate Pride!!! Join us as we talk with Richard and Nathan, two amazing entrepreneurs, who created the business Continuud.  The goal of Continuud is to help the HIV community gain access to medical care in a way that reduces barriers and streamlines the process.  We also talk with mother and son, Kara and Robbie, regarding their perspectives of coming out.  They also happen to...

24-Iron Sharpens Iron (Hedy's glioblastoma situation) 30.05.2022

This episode is dedicated to Hedy Vincent June 21, 1976-December 15, 2023. She will forever remain our hero in faith, strength, perseverance, kindness, humor, humility and love. While glioblastoma (GBM) typically affects Caucasian males with a median age of 64, it can be found in others.  Listen as Hedy shares the details of her diagnosis with GBM.  With the support of so many around her, she main...

23-Sleep With the TV On (a paranormal situation) 24.05.2022

Happy belated National Paranormal Day!  We are a few weeks late, but May 3rd is the day the United States observes all things paranormal.  Snuggle up with a blanket and turn all the lights on as Ingrid reads a compilation of paranormal experiences by one woman from Nashville. Support the show Contact Another Situation: Email us at A notherSituationPodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook and Instag...

22-Magandang Umaga Nancy (Asian American Pacific Islander heritage month) 17.05.2022

Today we have a very special guest...our Mom!!!  She shares what it was like growing up in the Philippines and her experiences immigrating to the United States.  Make sure you celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Month! Check out the Asian Pacific American Center at https://smithsonianapa.org/ Support the show Contact Another Situation: Email us at A notherSituationPodcast@gmail.com Follo...

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