Christine Kanalis and Sarah Leibhart

The Mental Funny Bone

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Welcome to "The Mental Funny Bone", hosted by hilarious siblings Chris and Sarah.   Our mission is to create a safe and entertaining space where listeners can explore mental health topics, find solace, and enjoy laughter. The podcast aims to destigmatize mental health discussions and empower individuals to approach their own well-being with humor and openness. The Mental Funny Bone is not your typical comedy podcast. It's packed with hilarious tales from the 80s and 90s, courtesy of two irreverent sisters, who dive deep into the wild world of mental health, sharing personal stories, insightful...

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Christine Kanalis and Sarah Leibhart

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Health

Latest episode

Mar 11, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 32: 90% Unhappier 08.11.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! In this episode of 'The Mental Funny Bone,' Sarah and Christine hilariously navigate through an array of topics. They kick off with humorous self-deprecation, reflecting on recent fan mail, and Christine's baby hairs by the air conditioner. Amid their endless chatter, they delve into their experiences from the 2000 election, complete with long lines and post-vot...

Episode 31: Blair Witch was Real 01.11.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! Join Sarah and Christine as they dive deep into their past with hilarious and nostalgic high school stories, discuss the Steelers football game, their love for meditation, and the possible idea of attending a meditation retreat. Along the journey, they touch on personal mental health struggles, the significance of specific songs for fans, and their endearing admiration for Bea...

Bare Bones Banter Episode 2: AFSP American Foundation for Suicide Prevention 27.10.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! Bare Bones Banter: From Tragedy to Hope - A Deep Dive into Mental Health Advocacy Join the Gaster Girls in this compelling episode of 'Bare Bones Banter' as they engage with Jesse Putkoski, the Area Director for the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). This episode weaves through personal stories of loss and healing,...

Episode 30: I Appreciate Your Porn Mustache 24.10.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! Join Sarah and Chris on 'The Mental Funny Bone' as they embark on a journey from hearty laughter to heartfelt moments. They share non-expert mishaps in psychology, amusing misadventures involving UK-English mix-ups, and fond high school memories. The podcast also touches on the hosts' mental health struggles, recounting personal experiences with eating disorders...

Episode 29: Ridiculous Menagerie of Bullshit 18.10.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! Join hosts Sarah and Christine in an episode filled with laughter, nostalgia, and insightful conversations. They share humorous tales of QR code adventures, their fascination with naked cats, and childhood mischief. The episode dives into the quirks of time management, colorful family dynamics, and adventures in cursive writing. Additionally, they explore practical meditation...

Episode 28: And We All Go To Raleigh 12.10.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! Join Sarah and Christine on 'Mental Funnybone' for a funny and chaotic episode as they navigate podcast recording blunders, humorously acknowledge their lack of qualifications, and share insights on recent fan interactions. They dive into family travel adventures, recalling humorous anecdotes from a trip to Raleigh with their parents and discussing missed Bob Seger c...

Episode 27: Conferences and Airplanes 04.10.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! In this lively episode of 'The Mental Funny Bone,' hosts Sarah and Christine blend comedy with candid discussions on mental health, reminding listeners they are not professionals but recommending legitimate resources. The duo shares hilarious anecdotes from their lives, such as attending a concert and an unexpected encounter with an acquaintance. They humorously navi...

Episode 26: Gamecocks or Fighting Squirrels 26.09.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! In this episode of Mental Funny Bone, hosts Sarah and Christine embark on a journey filled with humorous anecdotes and mental health insights. The duo delves into their experience with fan mail, detailing the anonymity and unexpected feedback they've received. They touch on the often overlooked show notes in podcasts and the amusing misinterpretations that ensue. Christin...

Episode 25: So Much Going On 20.09.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! In this episode, Sarah and Christine dive into their signature blend of humor and chaos as they introduce 'Mental Funny Bone: Becoming the Gaster Girls.' They humorously declare their lack of expertise in mental health, suggesting viewers call 988 for real help. They laugh about botox, eyelash removal, and quirky life moments, such as panhandling in Raleigh and comed...

Episode 24: Big Blue Balls 12.09.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! In this hilarious and heartfelt episode of 'The Mental Funny Bone,' Sarah and Christine navigate through a wide array of topics, from  chaotic events at soccer games, and reminisces about trips to Century III Mall and childhood experiences. They dive into the dynamics of dealing with irritating situations and conclude with quirky segments like the Amish friendship br...

Episode 23: Back to Life, Back to Reality 06.09.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! In this episode of 'The Mental Funny Bone,' hosts Sarah and Christine embark on a lively chat filled with humor and relatable anecdotes.  They manage to touch on deeper topics such as finding the right therapist and the significance of atomic habits. The duo also shares tips and experiences around maintaining household chores, handling the ups and downs of life, and...

Episode 22: Going Through It? Keep on Going. 29.08.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! In this episode of the 'Mental Funnybone Becoming the Gaster Girls,' Sarah and Christine provide an entertaining mix of personal stories and mental health insights. They clarify that they are not licensed professionals and encourage seeking professional help when necessary. The episode features their humorous encounters with poorly written emails, candid discussions...

Episode 21: The Recap: Why We Do This 22.08.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! In this slightly more organized solo episode, Christine from 'The Mental Funny Bone' provides updates on Sarah, who is out sick.  Christine shares heartfelt thanks for audience feedback and dives deep into both her and Sarah's mental health struggles, recounting significant personal stories such as panic attacks, therapy experiences, and the challenges of parent...

Bare Bones Banter: Interview 1 with Jacki and Ed Faircloth 16.08.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! It's new!  It's exciting!  It our first episode of Bare Bones Banter! I do not have the right words to thank Jacki and Ed Faircloth enough for talking to Sarah and me.  (And meeting us for dinner at that barbeque place where Puck Jones used to be.) These two have taken a personal tragedy and turned it into an opportunity to do really great things for others. Go to th...

Episode Twenty: The Endless Entertainment of Costume Jewelry 15.08.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! Join Sarah and Christine in this special 20th episode of the Mental Funny Bone podcast, where they share nostalgic memories of their youth, including childhood playtimes, family traditions, and humorous stories. They candidly discuss their ongoing mental health challenges, the ups and downs of maintaining healthy habits, and offer listener shoutouts. Get ready for an unfiltere...

Episode Nineteen: What The Actual Holy Hell Just Happened 10.08.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! In this episode, Sarah and Christine navigate the relentless technical hiccups during the recording, sharing everything from personal anecdotes about post-graduation struggles to attempts at building better habits inspired by 'Atomic Habits'. They highlight the importance of accommodations for college students with mental health concerns, recount hilarious and heartf...

Episode Eighteen: Chris is a D*ck 01.08.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! In this episode of the Mental Funny Bone, Sarah and Christine navigate through their chaotic but hilarious lives. They emphasize that while mental health is a big part of their podcast, they're not experts, advising listeners to seek professional help.  (Check out those links below.) The current episode meanders through discussions about the challenges of habit formation,...

Episode Seventeen: Kennywood Sweaters and Football Shorts 25.07.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! NOTE: Here we go again, Funny Boners!  Our Pittsburgh is showing! For those of you who don't live in Pittsburgh and don't know what Kennywood Park is or was.  A quick watch of this video may be required: An Actual Video of Everything We Talked about at Kennywood: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fHkbRSRCTI&list=PLVMtWrTuFNomu6UsHk02L7rLL5yl0f-m_&index=4 Hilar...

Episode Sixteen: Mailing It In 18.07.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! WARNING: It's a short episode this week.  It turns out that we are easily distracted by our families and didn't really leave enough time to do a very thoroughly researched and planned episode. This week, Chris and Sarah discuss their vacation and reminisce about past family trips. They talk about their camping adventures and how their vacations have evolved over the...

Episode Fifteen: It's Atomic 11.07.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! In the latest episode of The Mental Funny Bone, Chris and Sarah make a big announcement about new content in a new format! They introduce Bare Bones Banter with The Mental Funny Bone, a new segment featuring interviews with friends and fellow advocates for mental health awareness.  They express their gratitude for fan mail and share a heartwarming email they received. Chris ta...

Episode Fourteen: The End of F*cks 05.07.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! In this engaging episode of 'The Mental Funny Bone Becoming the Gaster Girls,' Sarah and Christine navigate a whirlwind conversation filled with laughter, mental health disclosures, and quirky personal stories.  The duo discusses the challenges of putting their podcast on LinkedIn. They  contemplate mental health in professional spaces, and reflect on positive and co...

Episode Thirteen: Candy Stores, Cigarettes and 50/50 Soda 27.06.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! In this episode of 'The Mental Funny Bone,' hosts Christine and Sarah reflect on their childhood memories including amusing vacation stories with their friends, the McGinnitys.  They nostalgically recount funny incidents involving Bill McGinnity's memorable barbecue experience and a golf cart mishap.  Christine and Sarah also dive deep into the penultimate chapt...

Episode Twelve: All the D*ck Jokes 20.06.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! WARNING:  We're not kidding about all the d*ck jokes...  they're all here along with some other spicy stuff.  We eventually get around to talking about serious stuff -- and Sarah cries, but there's a fair amount of inappropriateness first. Christine and Sarah kick off another riotous episode of 'The Mental Funny Bone' with a a story about eye ailments,...

Episode Eleven: Certainly It's About Uncertainty 13.06.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! In this episode, Sarah and Chris dive into the hilariously chaotic world of youth sports, recounting Sarah's epic saga of watching her son Owen's nail-biting soccer tryouts. Spoiler alert: there are more tears and triumphs than a reality TV finale. They laugh (and cry) about the emotional rollercoaster of youth sports, where the parents are more intense than the kids...

Episode Ten: Those Are Some Tight Pants 06.06.2024

Fan Mail Goes Here!! Welcome to the latest episode of The Mental Funny Bone Podcast with Sisters Chris and Sarah! The girls lighten it up this week, so get ready for an entertaining and insightful mix of humor and life lessons that will keep you engaged from start to finish. First, we kick things off with a hilariously relatable story about buying Imodium AD at the airport, and then take a hard le...

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