Mic'd and Medicated: Unfiltered, Unafraid, and UnExpert

Send us Fan Mail We did it. Season 1 of our podcast is officially complete—and somehow, two self-proclaimed “techtards” made it to 55 episodes. From recording our first episode with no audio to convincing ourselves we understand mics, lighting, editing, and social media…this has been chaos, growth, and a lot of laughs. In this Season 1 finale, we’re reflecting on: The highs, the lows, and our favo...

Send us Fan Mail Most women are burnt out trying to do it all—career, family, self—and somehow still feel like they’re failing at every turn. So we have to ask… is “having it all” actually real, or is it the biggest lie we’ve been sold? In this episode of Mic’d and Medicated , we sit down (again) with Flavia Masson—screenwriter, artist, and a married woman who chose not to have children—to rip apa...

Send us Fan Mail Everyone has pet peeves… we just decided to say ours out loud (hopefully not so loud that we annoy you). Some of these are minor. Some are completely unhinged. And some might actually be… neurological. You might be dealing with misophonia—that very real phenomenon where certain sounds (gum smacking, soup slurping, aggressive keyboard typing on airplanes  ) instantly trigger your n...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Mic’d & Medicated , we sit down with Dr. Marnie Nussbaum, the Joan Rivers-meets-Elle Woods of dermatology.  From Botox and lip fillers to parenting chaos and midlife confidence, she spills the truth with humor, heart, and unfiltered advice. Get ready to laugh, learn, and finally embrace aging—and yourself—on your own terms. Whether you’re curious about the science...

Send us Fan Mail What does it truly mean to build a family — and what happens when the path isn’t traditional?  In this episode of Mic’d & Medicated, clinical psychologist Dr. Laura Fechter who specializes in couples with infertility and exploring adoption joins us on the couch. We unpack the emotional complexities of family planning, infidelity, adoption, cultural identity, and the decision t...

Send us Fan Mail What does modern motherhood really look like — behind the curated Instagram squares and school pickup smiles? This week on Mic’d and Medicated, we sit down with Lyss Stern, founder of DivaMoms, for an unfiltered conversation about parenting, ambition, mental health, and raising resilient kids in Manhattan. We talk about: • Why most moms secretly feel like they’re failing  • How vu...

Send us Fan Mail Are your hormones actually the problem? In this episode of Mic’d and Medicated , we sit down with double board-certified endocrinologist Dr. Caroline Messer to break down what’s really going on with hormones, metabolism, weight, mood, and longevity. We talk about: • Hashimoto’s and why it often overlaps with celiac disease  • Lactose intolerance vs. dairy allergy  • Hormone replac...

Send us Fan Mail Valentine’s Day: romantic, performative, overrated… or meaningful? In this episode of the Mic’d and Medicated Podcast, we unpack the real meaning of Valentine’s Day — from its ancient Roman origins to the modern pressures of love, marriage, and social media. Why do expectations feel higher the longer you’re in a relationship?  Why does gift-giving create so much pressure?  And has...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Bruce Blakeman, Nassau County Executive and candidate for Governor of New York, for a candid conversation about leadership in deeply polarized times—and what actually works in government. Bruce shares his professional journey from the private sector to public service and explains why real-world work experience matters in political leadership. We t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Mic’d & Medicated , Caroline and Eva sit down with psychologist Dr. Rachel Goldman to talk about what’s really going on in our heads — and how to make it a little more enjoyable in there. From self-talk and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to body neutrality, social pressure, and the mental gymnastics of modern life , Dr. Goldman breaks down the mind-body...

Send us Fan Mail Resolutions feel like punishment. Manifesting feels like flirting with the universe. In this episode of Mic’d & Medicated, Caroline and Eva get unexpectedly inspired by The Secret—the idea that your thoughts aren’t just thoughts, they’re magnets. After years of forcing goals, obsessing over outcomes, and turning self-improvement into a personality flaw, they unpack why resolut...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode, Caroline and Eva are joined by Dr. Jaime Knopman, reproductive endocrinologist, infertility specialist, and co-author of Own Your Fertility , for the conversation no one had with us early enough. The truth? Fertility doesn’t fall off a cliff — it slowly declines until one day it suddenly matters a lot. They dig into egg freezing as empowerment versus false...

Send us Fan Mail Holiday cards, family trips, screen time, and the illusion of “getting away.” In this episode, Caroline and Eva unpack why traveling with kids is really just a high-cost relocation—with elevated expectations and cortisol levels. You’re basically paying more to be annoyed somewhere else. Add in NYC’s relentless pressure to leave town during every school break (Africa? Australia? Ca...

Send us Fan Mail College acceptance used to be simple: a letter in the mail and a proud—but private—celebration. Now? It’s a full-blown production. From merch-filled bed parties and Instagram “opening the email” videos to parents basking in congratulations like they’re the ones who aced the SATs, college admissions have officially entered the twilight zone.  Eva and Caroline unpack how the college...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when life doesn’t follow the plan — and you decide not to force it? Caroline and Eva sit down with Danielle Frank, who pivoted from international film publicist at Miramax, to wine & spirits executive, to author of A Wine Lover’s Guide to Parenting — a satirical storybook about raising good humans (who are not whiny!) while drinking good wine.  Danielle always ima...

Send us Fan Mail Eva and Caroline sit down with Flavia Masson—native New Yorker of Italian and French descent, comedian, fashion girl, and film writer—for a candid, hilarious, and unexpectedly profound conversation about humor. Flavia opens up about always seeing herself reflected in TV and film characters—think Charlotte from Sex and the City meets Emily in Paris , with a dash of The Marvelous Mr...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we take a brutally honest look at how parents have gone from letting their kids fend for themselves to literally being drones, on top of their kids' every move. From Life 360 to Apple Tags, and even following our kids to College, we need to stop over-monitoring and start teaching our kids the skills to make their own decisions and the values to know right fro...

Send us Fan Mail Lucie Fink on Building a Media Empire and a Family Caroline and Eva sit down with Lucie Fink — powerhouse content creator, host, and storyteller to talk about what it takes to build a media brand while the internet is basically exploding in real time. They dive into everything from navigating career pivots during the rise of social media… to raising kids in social media. They also...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Caroline and Eva try to practice gratitude… and break down how appreciating everyday moments can actually improve your mental and physical health, strengthen your relationships, and even make the chaos of life feel a little lighter.​ Despite all those benefits, they admit that being grateful in marriage and parenting can sometimes feel so damn hard. Maybe the trick is l...

Send us Fan Mail Caroline and Eva discuss their growing frustration with today’s parenting expectations — from over-scheduling kids to using “gentle” language instead of real discipline. They miss the days when kids were allowed to be bored, independent, and a little feral … rather than constantly programmed. Maybe benign neglect wasn’t the worst strategy, and telling your kid to shut the f**k up...

Send us Fan Mail From producing Good Morning America and The View to teaching at Stanford GSB, Allison knows what it means to reinvent yourself. In this episode, she joins Caroline and Eva for a candid conversation about motherhood, career pivots, and the power of authenticity. Allison opens up about surviving a life-altering car accident, enduring nine rounds of IVF, and rebuilding her career on...

Send us Fan Mail Divorce lawyer Jill Spielberg has seen it all — and lived through more than most. She shares how many couples know before they marry, the real reason people get divorced (it’s not money or cheating), and why staying together “for the kids” isn’t always right. Jill also opens up about losing her husband, raising two kids alone, and finding love again. A raw and wise conversation ab...

Send us Fan Mail Eva and Caroline dive into the wild world of modern dating in New York City with the infamous Murray Hill Guy — the viral voice behind hilarious (and horrifying) dating app stories. From Hinge horror stories to catfishing, ghosting, and first-date politics, this episode is a crash course in NYC dating culture. And the biggest shock of all is how the rules of sex have completely ch...

Send us Fan Mail Fresh off their Wall Street Journal feature, Eva and Caroline reflect on the experience and the growing challenges of getting the full story in today’s media landscape. They also sound the alarm about the NYC mayoral race and what’s at stake for the city’s future. The conversation dives into Islamophobia — what it is, how it’s used, and why it can silence important critique of ext...

Send us Fan Mail Eva and Caroline sit down with therapist, lawyer, and author Lauren Tetenbaum, whose new book Millennial Menopause shines a light on one of life’s biggest transitions that no one seems to talk about: menopause.  Rather than feeling down about aging, Lauren offers practical advice and real solutions to help women feel better—and yes, sexier—as we trade tampons for hormone therapy....