Do You Know What I Mean? (When I Say That)

Gary Chapman has 24 hours to respond... The five love languages walked, so nicknames could run. In this episode, we uncover the sacredness, community feeling, and downright love that comes along with nicknames - the 6th and long-lost love language. Because why call you your government name when we could call you anything from Mrs. World Tiny and Wolfgang Gypsy, to Rachel and Minky??? We reminisce...

Messy... competitive... deeply addictive. Welcome to our thesis on why reality TV IS a sport. Now read that again. Yes, this week we're making our cases for why watching Love Island and Survivor feels strangely similar to watching the Monday night game. What do a chaotic recoupling ceremony and a sudden-death overtime goal have in common? Exactly, everything. From alliance-building and backst...

This week on “Do You Know What I Mean (When I Say That)?”, we’re stepping up to the mic… and then immediately regretting it 🙃 Our bodies not knowing the difference between being chased by a lion and giving a simple presentation to our peers? It’s kind of our specialty at this point. Let us divulge into our most cringe-worthy podium moments, uncontrollable biological reactions and most importantly...

SOMEONE'S CALLING... AND IT'S SEASON 2... DO YOU KNOW WHAT WE MEAN WHEN WE SAY THAT??  No seriously... we're so happy to be back on screens worldwide to tackle perhaps the most important question of the summer: is the pregame actually better than the party? Is the main event what occurs... before you even leave the house?? Of course we don't stop at just sharing the 4 Commandme...

SEASON 1 FINALE. We're not crying, you're crying (totally kidding, of course we're crying). In our final episode, we're exploring the strange magic of coming back home for the holidays. It's when independence seems to fade, old habits resurface, and family dynamics kick into high gear. From cozy nostalgia to sibling squabbles, we're discussing how returning to the ol’...

Restart your engines: life edition In this episode, Jon announces his big move to NYC and Kellie shows off her pastel purple hairstyle! KIDDING (sorry to scare you, mom). But, in this episode we DO, in fact, crown Martha Stewart as our Rebranding Queen, and discuss a few ways in which we can reboot our lives and effectively "start over"... literally whenever we please. From making drasti...

We listen any we don't judge: Facilities Girls vs. Gross Girls Gross isn't bad; it's human - and maybe even a little freeing. This week, we're breaking down the divide between those who need a little bit of comfort and cleanliness to thrive (Facilities Girls) and those who don't mind getting a little down and dirty (Gross Girls). Expect laughs, tons of oversharing, and of...

Chaos…but like the good kind In this episode we go from point A (escape rooms) to point Z (healing our inner child), with a pit stop in “making up fake scenarios” land. We chat about childhood besties, discovering hobbies old & new, and of course give our exclusive Wicked film review. All aboard the escapism train… it’s another episode of Do You Know What I Mean? (When I Say That)!  Instagrams...

Sibling Wars: The Good, the Bad, and the Hilarious Siblings: your very first best friends or lifelong rivals? Perhaps a sprinkle of both? In this episode, we (along with the pod's VERY FIRST GUEST, Katie Sharpless) examine the beautifully complex dynamics of sibling relationships - what make us clash and, more importantly, what keeps us connected. Whether you're the golden child, trouble...

Self-Imposed Pressure: the call is coming from inside the house... It's Kellie's Birthday (episode), and she'll cry if she wants to. And hint: she did. In this episode, Kellie and Jon bond and mostly align over the people-pleasing notion of "Self-Imposed Birthday Pressure", and give impromptu tips and tricks to combat this incredibly self-inflicted problem year after year....

 What Could Have Been: The Lives We Didn’t Live (But Totally Could’ve) It's our baker's dozen episode so grab a cookie or perhaps an entire cake!!  In this episode, we dive into a topic that hits home for anyone who’s ever wondered about the “what ifs” of life. Inspired by Jon’s recent solo adventure through Rhode Island, we reflect on the many different lives we could have lived.  We’ll...

Small World, Big Dreams In this dozenth, rather chatty episode of " Do You Know What I Mean? (When I Say That)", we reflect on how small the world truly is. From running into old bosses in international airports, seeing your favorite elementary school teacher in the card section at Target, or finding out your childhood friends are coincidentally your new neighbors - we discover that ever...

Community: The Secret Sauce of Life 2 pod eps in 2 days?? Join us for our BONUS EPISODE 11 as we dive into the importance of community - whether it's the one you're born into, the one you find along the way, or the one you build yourself. We're talkin' about how being part of a community, no matter how big or small, can bring meaning and support to everyday life especially when...

What's your type...of fun?? In this week's episode of "Do You Know What I Mean? (When I Say That)", we sail through concrete facts (and educated guesses) of the three categories of fun! Join us to find out why Kellie will never embark on another ferry journey again, what Big Soda is up to these days, and our personal do's and dont's of current fashion trends - includi...

Sink or Swim: The UCSB Party Foul In this week's episode of " Do You Know What I Mean? (When I Say That) ", we take you back almost a decade to one of the most infamous nights in our college careers. Reminisce and laugh with us and through this unforgettable cautionary tale about party limits, plumbing nightmares and what happens when you learn your lesson the hard way. Buckle up an...

Hold on tightly to those Aperol spritzes and put down the pumpkin spice lattes! In this episode of "Do You Know What I Mean? (When I Say That)" , we tackle the burning question of: why can't we just let summer be summer? So, before you start hanging holiday lights or dusting off those fall sweaters, tune in for a lighthearted chat about appreciating the moment and soaking in the las...

Jon and Kellie spend this episode pouring their hearts out over those strangers they lock eyes with on a busy crosswalk, their suave physical therapists, celebrity love interests, favorite baristas - basically any and all of those minuscule (yet dramatic!) crushes that make life fun and whimsical! And, of course what would an episode be without some twists and turns, including but not limited to t...

In this week’s episode of "Do You Know What I Mean? (When I Say That)", Jon and Kellie are back from a much-needed week off, and they're diving head first into generational war. But is that war... even real? Grab a snack and listen in as they tackle the big question: Is being a Baby Boomer, Millennial, or Gen Z-er just a fabricated mindset? Or do you actually need to love craft beer...

Jon and Kellie spend this episode reflecting on and giving praise to the little moments in life that sometimes add up to...well, the big things. They talk about everything from the joy of perfect movie theater popcorn, the beauty in a daily ritual and a bit of everything in between. They also spend some time discussing the 2024 Olympics (duh), haircuts (also, duh), journaling and mindfulness (nama...

In this episode of " Do You Know What I Mean? (When I Say That)" , Jon and Kellie dive into the intriguing world of drama and theatrics. Join them as they explore the subtle yet significant differences between being dramatic and being theatrical. Are they just two sides of the same coin, or do they represent distinct ways of expressing ourselves? Tune in for a lively discussion filled wi...

Join Jon and Kellie in Episode 3 as they get a little Miley Cyrus with it and pose the question: is the view is worth the climb? They dive into the metaphorical, literal and (of course) philosophical meanings of the phrase and see where they align and…where they perhaps don’t! Pop in those air pods, fashionable wire headphones, or turn your car volume to full volume (and not 1.5 speed) because bel...

Join Jon and Kellie in Episode 2 as they delve into the world of niche fears - the unusual, the bizarre, and the downright peculiar phobias that lurk in the corners of their minds. From the fear of being consumed by whales to the fear of opening biscuit containers, listen as they explore these uncommon anxieties and uncover the fascinating stories and originals behind them. So, grab your headphone...

Do you know what I mean when I say one cruise ship could change your whole life? Join besties Jon and Kellie in their inaugural episode of "Do You Know What I Mean? (When I Say That)"! Listen along as two friends who lives on opposite coasts dive into a variety of random topics they're way too passionate about. Whether it's pop culture, science (totally kidding), travel, or eve...