Two Talking Fools

7-OH Addiction: A Paramedic's Story | Tom's Journey Through Addiction and Recovery In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Two Talking Fools, Kate sits down with Tom, a 26-year-old paramedic who shares his firsthand experience with addiction to 7-OH (7-hydroxymitragynine), a potent opioid-like compound derived from the kratom plant. As someone who spends his career helping others in their...

Kate sits down with Jon for another important conversation in Two Talking Fools’ ongoing series on 7-OH (7-hydroxymitragynine), dependence, withdrawal and recovery. Jon shares his firsthand experience with 7-OH—how it entered his life, how quickly his tolerance increased, and how something that was readily available quickly became something he felt he could no longer simply stop taking. He speaks...

Kate sits down with Jett, a father of three who was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer and turned an unimaginable diagnosis into a reason to share his story. Through his TikTok series, “Dad, Tell Me Your Life Story,” Jett records stories, memories, lessons and pieces of his life for his children—while also using his platform to bring awareness to colon cancer symptoms and the importance of early...

Grief is something none of us escape—but it doesn’t always look the way we think it does. Kate sits down with grief expert, licensed therapist and author Edy Nathan for an honest conversation about what we carry after loss—and how those experiences can shape who we become. They talk about the big losses and the small ones, the emotional armor we build to protect ourselves, why grief is anything bu...

Matt Corey, candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Connecticut, joins Two Talking Fools for an open and wide-ranging conversation about the challenges facing the state—and what he believes it will take to move Connecticut forward. A U.S. Navy veteran and longtime small-business owner, Matt brings a perspective shaped by years of running businesses, creating jobs, meeting payroll, and experiencing fi...

This is the second episode in our Two Talking Fools series exploring 7-OH, kratom, addiction, withdrawal and recovery—because the more we learn about these products, the more we believe people need to be talking about them. In this solo episode, Kate sits down with Eric, who shares how taking a free sample of 7-OH eventually led to escalating daily use, multiple attempts to quit, dangerous relapse...

Kate and Shaba kick things off the way only Two Talking Fools can—with personal stories, plenty of laughs, random life updates, and the kind of conversation that somehow goes completely off the rails before finding its way back. Then the episode shifts into a much bigger and more complicated conversation surrounding Sophie Cunningham, transgender athletes, and the ongoing debate over participation...

Exploring Remote Viewing with Craig Signals Can your mind perceive information beyond your five senses? Is remote viewing a real, learnable skill—or something else entirely? In this episode of Two Talking Fools, we sit down with Craig Signals to explore the fascinating world of remote viewing. Craig shares how he discovered the practice, explains how remote viewing works, discusses the training pr...

I Took One 7-OH Pill. It Changed Everything. | A Survivor's Story In this powerful episode of Two Talking Fools, Kate sits down with "Renee" (an alias used to protect her identity) as she shares the deeply personal story of how a single 7-OH (7-hydroxymitragynine) pill spiraled into a life-changing addiction. Renee explains how what seemed like an over-the-counter product quickly became something...

In this episode of the Two Talking Fools Podcast, Kate and Shaba sit down with veteran infrastructure project manager Jack Smith to tackle one of the biggest questions facing communities today: What exactly are data centers, and why are they suddenly being built everywhere? With more than 20 years of experience in technology infrastructure, cybersecurity, networking, and large-scale IT projects, J...

In this heartfelt episode, the hosts reconnect after one of the biggest milestones a parent can experience—the graduation of their children from high school. With emotions still fresh, they open up about the pride, nostalgia, excitement, and unexpected sadness that comes with closing such an important chapter of family life. From memories of kindergarten and school events to the realization of how...

  In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the Two Talking Fools Podcast, Kate and SHABA sit down with John Peffer for an honest conversation about living with ALS, the emotional realities that come with the diagnosis, and the strength it takes to keep moving forward when life changes overnight. John opens up about the moment he received his diagnosis, the early symptoms he noticed, and how...

In this lively episode the hosts riff on their new clubhouse—complete with a messy painting session, lost keys, and fresh studio decor—while sharing behind-the-scenes stories about work, a disastrous candy haul, surprising Dollar Tree finds, and money-saving gas tips. They also tease upcoming merch, plan quirky outdoor adventures (including a whitewater rafting idea), play games, and trade the kin...

Sophia Hart joins the Talking Fools podcast to recount her sudden diagnosis of end‑stage heart failure at 29, her emergency LVAD implantation, and a powerful near‑death experience. The conversation covers the day she was rushed to the hospital, the genetic TTN mutation in her family, life on an LVAD, recent health scares, and how she uses TikTok to share her journey. Throughout the episode Sophia...

Join the hosts of the Two Talking Fools Podcast as they broadcast from their favorite hidden hangout, “the Pentagon,” for a wildly entertaining episode packed with humor, honesty, and real-life storytelling. This episode blends sharp wit with relatable experiences, as the hosts imagine what it would look like to build an all-female mock government—complete with power shifts, personality clashes, a...

Some conversations don’t follow a script—and honestly, neither does life in your 40s. In this episode of Two Talking Fools, we’re sitting down in the clubhouse and talking about everything that’s been on our minds lately—from navigating premenopause and the unexpected changes that come with it, to reflecting on religion, faith, and how our perspectives have evolved over time. We also get into some...

Kate and Shaba welcome special guest Jenny “Cousin Jen” Social for a warm, laugh-out-loud episode filled with family stories, food debates, and classic hometown nostalgia. From breaking in the brand-new podcast couch (literally 😅) to passionately debating the correct way to say mozzarella, ricotta, and prosciutto, the conversation leans all the way into Connecticut/Italian roots and the little qu...

A heartfelt and engaging conversation with Nancy Dutton, reflecting on a life deeply rooted in Stafford Springs. Nancy shares stories from her many years as an educator, offering insight into the joys, challenges, and lasting impact of a career spent shaping young minds. She also speaks lovingly about her late husband, Bruce Dutton—a devoted teacher, historian, and arborist—whose passion for the t...

In this episode, Barbara Frassinelli shares the story of her journey from Maine to Stafford Springs, and the life she built in a small New England town where community still means something. Through her memories, we’re taken back to a different time on Main Street—when neighbors knew each other, families worked hard, and the rhythms of town life were woven together through faith, friendship, and s...

In this episode of the Two Talking Fools Podcast, two lifelong friends dive into a free-flowing late-night conversation that goes everywhere — from awkward high school biology class memories and midlife reflections to binge-watching the JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette documentary series on Hulu. Along the way, they break down celebrity style, relationship compatibility, seasonal blues, and why simple...

In this episode of Two Talking Fools Podcast, we break down the Three Mile Island nuclear accident of 1979—one of the most significant nuclear incidents in U.S. history. From the early mechanical failures inside the Pennsylvania nuclear reactor to the confusing control room readings that led to a partial nuclear meltdown, we walk through the full timeline of what really happened. The episode explo...

In this episode, the hosts dive deep into the rise, fall, and possible reinvention of the American mall — once the heartbeat of suburban life and now a symbol of the retail apocalypse. From the post–World War II boom and the golden age of shopping malls in the 1980s and 1990s to today’s empty corridors, shuttered anchor stores, and the explosion of e-commerce, we break down how we got here. We exp...

On this episode of The Two Talking Fools Podcast, we take a deep dive into how 90s video games may have shaped an entire generation’s brain — and whether those early gaming experiences influenced cognitive development in ways we’re only now beginning to understand. From classic console titles on Nintendo 64, Sega Genesis, and early PlayStation to the trial-and-error nature of arcade culture, we ex...

In this episode of the Two Talking Fools Podcast, we take a deep dive into the Flint, Michigan water crisis — one of the most significant public health disasters in modern American history. From Flint’s rise as the birthplace of General Motors and its identity as “Vehicle City,” to the economic decline that reshaped the community, we trace the full timeline that led to the catastrophic 2014 decisi...

In this uplifting episode, we spotlight Girl Scouts Troop 6000, an inspiring program launched in 2017 to support girls living in New York City shelters. Founded by Giselle Burgess and backed by the Girl Scouts of Greater New York, Troop 6000 brings weekly meetings, field trips, leadership development, and badge earning opportunities to girls experiencing housing instability. Troop 6000 has become...