Chat & Bother

What happens when the people who raised you are… legends? In this episode of Chat and Bother, Eva and Don discuss the pressure of growing up in the shadow of your parents' success — whether that success comes from family reputation, career expectations, or worldwide fame. They talk about how early we're labeled, how often we're pushed toward paths we didn't choose, and how hard it can be to figure...

In this episode of Chat and Bother, Don and Eva talk about the realization that a lot of the music they grew up loving does not age well when you actually listen to the lyrics as an adult. It is mind-blowing how popular music from the '80s, '90s, and early 2000s often normalized behavior that now feels creepy. Watch this episode with bonus video How did themes like objectification, stalking, cheat...

It's a SUPER EPISODE! Missed an episode or just discovering Chat and Bother? This Super Episode brings together Season 3, Episodes 1–4 in one binge-worthy hour, all centered on the biggest scandals and drama of the 1980s and 1990s. Press play, get caught up fast, and relive the headlines, chaos, and cultural moments that defined two unforgettable decades. Watch this episode WITH BONUS CONTENT on Y...

We wanted everything we saw in food commercials in the 1980s. In this episode of Chat and Bother, we're talking about the foods we begged for, tolerated, or absolutely hated—and the aggressive marketing that convinced us we needed them. From fake butter spreads to questionable "health foods," we break down which products actually lived up to the hype and which ones were straight-up lies sold to ou...

Remember when the news only came on at 6 and 11—and one scandal could completely dominate the country for months? In this episode, we take a deep (and sometimes hilarious) dive into the most unforgettable scandals of the 1980s and 1990s, back when tabloids ruled, celebrity justice looked very different, and America watched history unfold in real time. We talk about how news spread before 24-hour c...

If you were alive in the 90s, you  felt these moments — even if you didn't fully understand them at the time. In this episode of Chat and Bother , we revisit three explosive news stories that stopped classrooms, dominated dinner-table conversations, and reshaped how a generation consumed the news. We break down the Clinton impeachment hearings surrounding Monica Lewinsky, revisit the Clarence Thom...

This week on Chat and Bother, we're rewinding to a time when the news didn't just break—it spilled, fell apart, and in one case… got cut short. We're unpacking three of the most can-you-believe-this-was-real stories from the 80s and 90s: - the Exxon Valdez oil spill, when corporate responsibility ran aground and cleanup plans clearly weren't shipshape; - Milli Vanilli, who taught us that sometimes...

Do you remember the Tylenol Murders (now a Netflix movie!)? Where were you when the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded? What do you remember about the most famous 80s televangelists? Welcome to the season premiere of the Chat and Bother Podcast! We are kicking off this season with some of the news that Gen Xers remember. Back when news came on at 6 and 11, and the TV went off at the end of the day,...

Thirteen tapes for a penny from Columbia House? Win a million dollars if you order some magazines from Publisher's Clearing House? PART of a complete breakfast? Learning to break dance from Alfonso Ribero's BOOK? In the 80's they really went  all in on getting our attention—and our allowance money. Gen X grew up in an advertising wonderland, where every cartoon had a toy line, every cereal had a m...

For this special Q&A Sunday during Black History Month, we're discussing the unforgettable Black movies that shaped our childhoods and helped define a generation. From classics like  Coming to America ,  Friday , and  House Party , to deeper stories like  Boyz n the Hood  and  School Daze , we're celebrating the creativity, humor, love, and realness that Black filmmakers and actors brought to the...

This Black History Month, let's take it back to the Gen X era! In this special Q&A Sunday episode, Don and Eva answer questions about the impact of Black culture from the '70s through the early 2000s. From the music that shaped a generation to the TV shows, movies, and historical moments that defined our time, they're bringing nostalgia and knowledge.  Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watc...

This Q&A Sunday, we're talking about what it takes to have a successful marriage! From communication and trust to navigating challenges together, we're sharing our thoughts on making relationships last. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to join the conversation every Sunday! You can also check out our Q&A Sunday playlist on YouTube to see all the questions we've answered so far. Drop your though...

Did Baby Boomers create the perfect storm for Gen X anxiety? Or did they accidentally raise the most resilient (and hilariously unbothered) generation ever? In this episode, Eva and Don break down the chaos of growing up Gen X—where every game, playground, and news report felt like the apocalypse was just around the corner.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPL5EaqZeyc Watch on YouTube In this epis...

This week, we need you to tell us - Is she the a-hole? Here's the dilema. "I'm a 49-year-old woman dating a great 52-year-old man, but he has a massive figurine collection that I can't see myself living with. Would I be the a-hole for ending the relationship over this?"  Read the full story here - https://chatandbother.com/w/aita-for-thinking-a-grown-man-shouldnt-have-this-many-toys/  Watch on You...

  Did you ever dream of cruising the neighborhood on a Big Wheel , baking tiny cakes in an Easy-Bake Oven , or ruling over the ultimate Barbie Dream House ? In this episode of Chat and Bother , Don and Eva take a nostalgic trip back to the 80s, reminiscing about the toys they desperately wanted as Gen X kids—some they got, some they didn't, and some that still haunt them to this day. Watch on YouT...

This week, Don and Eva tackle a heated AITA post that's sparking plenty of opinions. A mother is thinking about taking her ex-husband to court to help pay for their child's private school tuition after discovering he's planning to pay tuition at the same school for his other child with his current wife. The twist? The ex might not be able to afford both, and tensions are running high as questions...

In this episode, Don and Eva respond to comedian Steve Brown's viral reel from the Smitty and Dee Podcast, where he goes off about people wearing pajamas, bonnets, and carrying pillows in the airport—and young guys rocking skinny jeans. Steve says it's a no-go. Don and Eva? Not so fast. Watch as they unpack the cultural judgment and why comfort and personal style shouldn't be up for debate. Is thi...

In this episode of Chat and Bother, Eva and Don discuss that time when gospel legend Marvin Sapp made headlines for telling ushers to lock the church doors until everyone gave $20. Was it bold faith or financial pressure? A holy hustle or just poor judgment? Don and Eva tell us their thoughts with their signature spin. Let's talk about the blurred lines between offering and obligation, shall we? T...

What would you do if you saw your friend's spouse on a dating app? In this episode, Eva and Don react to a viral AITA post where a recently divorced man spots his close friend's wife on a dating profile. Should he tell his friend and risk drama, or stay silent and let it play out? Let's talk about friendship, loyalty, and the messy reality of secrets in relationships. Would YOU speak up or stay ou...

In this episode of Chat and Bother , Don and Eva discuss  the lasting influence of high school coaches and the powerful impact they have on shaping our character and future. Whether you were an athlete, mathlete, academic decathlete, debater, mock trial member, or watched it all from the sidelines, coaches often play a pivotal role in our development—far beyond the field, court, or stage. Join us...

In this episode of Chat and Bother , Don and Eva discuss their recent experience of moving kids into their college dorms and how it's changed over the years. They'll compare the practical, no-frills dorm decorating of the 90s—milk crates and posters, anyone?—to the carefully coordinated, Pinterest-inspired setups of today - powered by parents. We'll also examine the shift in parenting styles, disc...

In this episode of Chat and Bother, Don and Eva discuss the evolution of college move-in day and how it has drastically changed from Generation X to Generation Z. From the days of landlines and Mapquest to the era of iPhones and Life360, we explore the key differences in how each generation tackled the big move and letting go. Were dorm setups, parental involvement, and the emotional rollercoaster...

What do you do when your spouse wakes you up and asks you to install the ESPN app on her iPad? You install it - no questions asked. Unless you don't want to watch a documentary at 5 am and discuss it. Then you ask as many questions as possible. On the episode, Don and Eva discuss the 30 for 30 Shorts documentary "Strike Team." As strategists by trade, they break down some of the possible holes in...

Richard Simmons, Shannen Doherty, Dr. Ruth Westheimer... and more celebrities from our youth passed away in the last few days. What does that say about us? Are we not long for this world?  In this episode, Don and Eva discuss how they feel  when a beloved or at least well-known celebrity from their formative years passes away. From the nostalgia of childhood memories to the sobering reality of the...

Don and Eva are live in New Orleans! In this episode, Don and Eva discuss the food they have had in New Orleans and debate the merits of having dessert for breakfast. They are in New Orleans to compete in the Essence Film Festival Podcast Competition. They were first named finalists, and then an official selection, meaning that they will present the show at a screening at Essence Fest. This episod...