I’m Fine, It’s Fine

This is it — the last episode of I’m Fine, It’s Fine . Amber and Melanie sit down to talk honestly about why they’re stepping away, what almost 4 years of building this show together has meant to them, and what’s next. To our loyal listeners and subscribers, THANK YOU! There are so many more fun projects and content on the way. Thanks for sticking with us and resonating with our content here on th...

This week it’s just the two of us! Amber & Melanie sit down for a long overdue catch-up episode. Amber has fans in the woods and is leaning into Transcendental Meditation. Melanie comes in fresh off vacation! Plus we get into relationships, mutual respect, and working for yourself without losing your mind. The rest of this conversation releases June 11 for our paywall subscribers community. Subscr...

This week we sat down with the incredible Heidi Clements — Instagram's favorite authentic voice. We talk about ketamine, imposter syndrome, how Heidi reframed her relationship to social media as simply journaling, the inner critic, aging with zero shame and more. Plus Heidi shares some big news she hasn’t made public yet 👀 Follow Heidi on Instagram The rest of this conversation releases June 11 f...

Psychic comedian and mentalist Peter Antoniou joins I’m Fine, It’s Fine and shares about what it actually means to read a room — and the people in it. He gets into where his gift came from, what touring does to a person, and how he built a show around consent, psychology, and trusting your own instincts. The conversation also touches on growing up anxious, autism, and how he sticks to what feels r...

Comedian Shelly Belly joins I’m Fine, It’s Fine to talk about growing up in a violent home, navigating family dynamics, and building a life on her own terms. She shares how she found her way into comedy later in life, what it looked like to raise kids while figuring things out herself, and the choices she made to break patterns in her family. The conversation also touches on forgiveness, self-wort...

Comedian Brittany Ross joins I’m Fine, It’s Fine for an honest conversation about family dynamics, sibling tension and setting boundaries with a parent—as a parent. Hosts comedian Amber Autry and trauma therapist Melanie Reese unpack the guilt, grief, and growth that come with choosing your peace. Want more? Get access to Brittany’s bonus episode, releasing Thursday, April 30. Subscribe for monthl...

Comedian Aaron Weber joins I’m Fine, It’s Fine for a thoughtful and surprisingly deep conversation about comedy, parenthood, and how life rarely goes according to plan. Aaron talks with hosts, comedian Amber Autry and licensed trauma therapist Melanie Reese about the pressure of comparing your life to your parents’, becoming a father, and how having a child can completely shift your perspective on...

Comedian and internet icon Chelcie Lynn joins I’m Fine, It’s Fine for an honest conversation about growing up in chaos - then building a completely different life. Chelcie opens up about her childhood, living with poverty, and realizing later in life that she never truly felt safe as a kid. Despite everything she experienced early on, she shares how optimism, perspective, and a conscious decision...

In this episode of I’m Fine, It’s Fine , Melanie and Amber break down five of the most overused and misunderstood therapy buzzwords online. Melanie explains the clinical definitions behind each term, how misuse can cause harm, and why watered-down language can minimize real experiences. Amber brings the internet perspective (and comedy green room examples), asking the questions most people are thi...

In this episode of I’m Fine, It’s Fine , we sit down with comedian Belly Button for a chat about change, identity, and what it really means to take responsibility for your own life. Join us as we explore choosing a different way forward in life and taking personal agency — without blowing everything up. Hosted by licensed trauma therapist Melanie Reese (LMFT) and comedian Amber Autry .Subscribe fo...

In this episode of I’m Fine, It’s Fine , we sit down with comedian, artist, and impressionist Melissa Villaseñor for a thoughtful, grounding conversation about healing through creativity, movement, and learning how to listen to your nervous system. We talk about how running became a form of regulation, how art and expression create safety, and what it looks like to untangle people-pleasing pattern...

In this episode of I’m Fine, It’s Fine , we sit down with medium Travis Holp to talk about spiritual signs, intuition, and the art of tuning into what shows up in your life. Travis shares how he channels messages, balances energy in live readings, and connects with both the living and the departed in ways that surprise even him. We talk about trusting your instincts, letting flow guide your creati...

Therapist Chas Bugge joins I’m Fine, It’s Fine for an honest, heartfelt conversation about chronic illness, cancer, grief, and healing complicated family relationships. Together, they talk medical trauma, anticipatory grief, spirituality, and what it really means to be a therapist and still be human. Hosted by licensed trauma therapist Melanie Reese (LMFT) and comedian Amber Autry. Subscribe for b...

In this episode of I’m Fine, It’s Fine, comedian Amber Autry and therapist Melanie Reese sit down with Piere Escargot for a raw, funny, and deeply human conversation about survival, identity, and transformation. Piere opens up about growing up in Oakland, street life, love that changed his trajectory, and reconnecting with his biological father decades later. From strip-club bans to corporate jobs...

In this week’s episode of I’m Fine, It’s Fine , Comedian Amber Autry and Trauma Therapist Melanie Reese sit down with Comedian Tamar Rubin for a honest, hilarious deep dive into the messy stuff we ALL deal with but rarely talk about. We cover ADHD medication , what happens when you get way too close to your therapist , navigating OCD spirals , and why “ the tortured artist ” narrative is total BS....

This week on I’m Fine, It’s Fine , comedian Amber Autry and trauma therapist Melanie Reese dive into the wild, confusing, and low-key hilarious moments when someone lies to you…and you’re left absolutely shook . We break down why being blindsided hits so hard, how to spot red flags faster, what these emotional plot twists teach us, and why your body often knows the truth before your brain catches...

This week on I’m Fine, It’s Fine , Comedian Amber Autry spills all the behind-the-scenes tea from her wedding and mini-honeymoon, while Trauma Therapist Melanie Reese takes us on her soulful, hilarious, and slightly chaotic journey through the mountains of Montana . We’re talking love, relationship lessons, burnout recovery, emotional growth, and the healing power of getting the hell out of town ....

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode, comedian Amber Autry opens up about the loss of her father and the profound impact it had on her life. From the raw moments of grief to the unexpected ways it shaped her path forward, Amber shares her journey with honesty, vulnerability, and—of course—humor. This isn't just a story about loss; it's about resilience, healing, and finding your footing wh...

Some conversations leave you buzzing long after they’re over, and this one with Derrek Phillips is exactly that. Derrek has spent his life behind the drums, from jazz clubs in New York to studio sessions with Mumford & Sons and Little Big Town, and now to creating from his own home studio in Nashville. But what makes this episode special isn’t just the music—it’s Derrek’s honesty about the struggl...

We loved this episode so much that we are re-releasing it for all of our listeners! You can access 16 episodes and counting just like this one by becoming a paid subscriber! In this deeply honest episode, Amber and Melanie crack open the complicated relationships we have with our moms. From laughing about cough-sneezing in public to exploring how childhood wounds show up in adulthood, this convers...

Lee Kimbrell is back, and he’s glowing. Not with sweat, but with impending fatherhood panic, marital bliss, and just the right amount of self-aware spiraling. In this episode, we talk about what it means to shift from main character energy to background dad vibes, how childhood friend wounds show up in green rooms, and why being a chill guy isn’t always chill on the inside. Lee shares stories abou...

In this episode, Amber and Melanie dig into the emotional dynamics of relationships, especially when one partner (usually a man) seems emotionally avoidant—or at least a little too chill for comfort. They explore how culture, family systems, gender norms, and trauma responses shape how we show up (or shut down) in relationships. With plenty of laughs, real-life stories, and therapist-backed insigh...

In this vulnerable and funny episode, Amber dives into the mess of beauty standards, insecurity, and being in the public eye. From teen wounds and goofy photos to nose bumps and laser hair removal, she gets real about the need to feel beautiful. and how complicated that can be. Melanie brings her trauma therapist wisdom to the table, exploring inner-child work, body image, and how to define beauty...

In this episode, we sit down with Shannon Ford Middleton, comedian, influencer, and soon-to-be mom, for a funny and brutally honest conversation about what it means to be seen. We talk about the emotional toll of online hate, navigating snark forums, the identity crisis of being “too much,” and why stand-up comedy feels more vulnerable than anything else. Shannon opens up about bombing in front of...