Life In Jest

Luigi Mangione is back with a website and a message: send more cash! We discuss the latest on the alleged killer, who is beloved by so many. We also discuss Snoop Dogg’s abandonment of his beliefs and Kanye’s insanity. Then we get into Trump’s dark intentions and Musk’s son’s booger. You can’t make this stuff up—nor would you want to. Join our Facebook community for fun interaction, added content...

We open with the mysterious turning off of our recording in progress. Alas, there is no proper opening this episode, because Selene lacks competent editing skills. #dommage Selene and Pascale dissect the ABC primetime horror movie that scarred her at age 11, and major hilarious plot holes are unearthed. Somehow, a moral question emerges: Would they go back in time and kill Baby Hitler? And the &#3...

In this raw and personal episode, Selene and Pascale address the double inequity of the Ross Ulbricht Silk Road pardon and the death of Selene’s son, Casey. A tale of grief, corruption, and a mother’s pursuit of justice. Yes, we are generally amusing (and we still get a few laughs in here) but sometimes things need to get really serious, like in these Top Ten Most Serious Sitcom Episodes: 10. &#34...

We've all had "challenging" jobs. Did they teach us anything or just fu*k us up more? Selene and Pascale share their humorous, quirky and downright daunting employment experiences, and debate what they've learned. They also lament their fruitless search for a particular old vine zinfandel and declare their love for Snoop Dog. (Alas, he betrays us in the future-we discuss this in a...

Life is stranger than fiction—and way funnier, too. This week Selene and Pascale dive headfirst into the bizarre headlines you can’t believe are real: snakes slithering onto buses, a nun making a daring escape, and the infamous “potato grenade” incident that left everyone starchy-eyed. 🥔💥 But that’s not all. Selene confesses to being forever haunted by the Mrs. Columbo pilot, while Pascale revea...

In this engaging conversation, Selene Castrovilla & Pascale Laforest explore themes of personal style, true crime, and mental health. The discussion begins with a light-hearted take on fashion choices and the psychology behind them, transitioning into a detailed examination of a true crime case known as the Bugs Bunny defense. The conversation then delves into the complexities of Obsessive-Com...

It's a New Year, but Luigi Mangione continues to captivate, so Selene and Pascale update his story, in reality and on TikTok. Who threaded Luigi's eyebrows, and why? Did his formerly bushy eyebrows match those of the killer? All this and so much more are in a discussion that navigates through social media reactions, conspiracy theories, and poor spelling. Selene humorously addresses the mi...

In our 18th episode, we contemplate the return of the almighty McRib, and we pity Burger King employees who must greet customers by telling them, "You rule!" We debate the Star Wars franchise and contrasting TV shows we loved as kids. We play a random history trivia game with facts that will surprise, delight and repulse you. And we lambaste Dr. Death, Christopher Duntsch, a so-called neur...

We start off this episode by introducing Casey's Creature Kindness Day, a new annual celebration on January 13. But things get dark when we discuss the death of a 26-year-old whistleblower, & the alleged killer who has the country up in arms: Luigi Mangione. What does Michael Moore have to say about him? Cheers & thanks so much for supporting us! XOXOXO Advertising Inquiries: https://r...

We open with Pascale's horrific portrayal of a sandwich order gone horribly wrong; then, we discuss a real-life Fargo case. Which is the more significant transgression? You decide. Learn more about The Problem With Erik Podcast here: https://www.texasmonthly.com/podcasts/series/the-problem-with-erik/ Join out Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1027653901891552 Visit our Podcas...

Summary In this episode, Selene Castrovilla and Pascale Laforest discuss the transition to video format for their podcast, share personal anecdotes, and delve into the significance of Hanukkah. They explore the origins of the holiday, the miracle of the oil, and various traditions associated with Hanukkah, including fun facts and cultural practices. The conversation highlights the importance of un...

An extravaganza of festive conversation topics, including the slow deaths of live Christmas trees, Selene stabbing several Santa lawn inflatables, and Pascale's fervent desire for the local government to reprimand residents who let their holiday decorations linger. Thanks so much for your support! XOXOXO Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.c...

Selene and Pascale discuss facts about Thanksgiving we never learned in school: some funny, some tragic. Origins and oddities. Motives and misidentity. Wardrobes and war. We cover it all while drinking wine. Pour yourself a glass and get ready for truth and cool conversation starters! The facts in this episode were uncovered in Selene's research, using many sources. People are credited when qu...

Time for a lighter discussion! In Episode Twelve, we explore America's obsession with food delivery at seemingly any cost. What's the story from the delivery driver's perspective? In a bizarre history mini-segment, we explore The Dancing Plague. The minister in Footloose may have been right to ban dancing after all, lol. In a heartwarming history mini-segment, we embrace the story of W...

In episode eleven, we trade childhood mean-girl tales and ponder the psychology behind women tearing other women down. In dual WTAF mini segments, we explore the stunning true-crime podcast The Kill List and contrast the Menendez Brothers' relationship to a recent brutal family crime. Please follow our show to help us grow, and tell your family, friends, butcher, baker & candlestick maker...

In Episode Ten, Selene and Pascale discuss whether this podcast was named correctly, why bad things happen, and how to go on after the worst. How can we take life in jest? In a WTAF Mini Segment, Selene tells Pascale about a murder case where widespread sympathy was thrown toward the confessed killer, not the victim or her family. Please follow our show to help us grow. Also, tell your family, fri...

🎃 A Spooktacular Special: Ghosts, Poltergeists & Halloween Banter 👻 Get ready for chills, laughs, and a little mischief in Life in Jest’s Halloween episode! 🎶 With quirky Halloween music setting the mood, Selene and Pascale dive into the true ghost story that inspired the movie Poltergeist, proving that reality can be creepier than fiction. They also reveal why Holy Water might not be all i...

Selene and Pascale discuss disastrous online dating experiences, from getting catfished to encountering just plain ol' garden-variety crazies. Is it possible to find happiness and sanity on Bumble? They reactivate their accounts and trek through the "Bumble Jungle." Selene shares a new twist in the Amityville Horror mystery: What if it wasn't the house that attracted its alleged ev...

Selene and Pascale discuss their unique takes on recovery, and they wonder if anyone actually recovers. Selene spills what she was in recovery for. The besties also discuss the goo that rained down on a small Washington town and caused the livestock to die. Was it aliens, random jellyfish pieces or some sinister human-made concoction? Finally, they ask: Why did people hoard toilet paper during the...

We discuss striking aspects of our trip to London, including Freud's house--where we encountered objects that revealed clues to his psyche--and a "Ripper Vision" Tour, where we saw autopsy pictures of Jack the Ripper's victims and learned pretty solid evidence about his identity. We also share what we didn't like and why Pascale wanted to rip one tour guide's man bun off hi...

We're back from our UK journey with so much to discuss! In this episode, we share reflections about Edinburgh's dark history and how they proudly embrace it. We compare our reactions to Edinburgh's "tough on crime" philosophy (to put it mildly) and talk about the city's many, many steps and hills and steps within hills. What a city! What cheap prices on over-the-counter pai...

In this episode, we discuss why people who once apparently loved their partners make the startling and evil decisions to detach themselves from their relationships by murder rather than divorce.   We also marvel at RFK Jr.’s questionable judgment and ridicule the stupid trend of raw dogging.     Please join our Facebook group: The Life in Jest Podcast Community: https://tinyurl.com/mry3wwjk Every...

In this episode, we discuss red flag behavior in society and relationships. Selene shares the red flag behavior Benedict Arnold exhibits that should have tipped off George Washington. We also learn about three interesting places to visit in America and Selene vents about a popular term that enrages her.   Enjoy our four downloaded episodes, and comment on our Facebook group. You may also email us...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Life in Jest podcast! In "Attachment," we explore why women attach themselves to men to the point where they feel they can't live without them. We discuss the 20/20 episode "The Affair," a NYT letter to the ethicist, and Selene and Pascale's experiences. In our mini segment "WTAF," we discuss the government's deadly fertil...

In this episode, we discuss a different kind of attachment: hoarding. Selene grew up in a hoarder’s house and then fell in love with a hoarder. We discuss her experiences.   We also learn about the Pooseum and the latest definition of grooming in our mini segments.   Please join our Facebook group: The Life in Jest Podcast Community: https://tinyurl.com/mry3wwjk Every member is eligible to win a m...