This Is Where We Are

In this episode, my mom and I use the month of May as an opportunity to rethink what it really means to show up for friends and family. There’s so much pressure to express support through expensive gifts, or just cold hard cash, but what about the smaller, more meaningful ways to be there for each other?We share fresh ideas for showing up that don’t revolve around spending money, and explore how simple acts of support are more important than ever in our increasingly disconnected culture. Because who doesn’t need a little love while running a half marathon in the middle of winter?!This Is Where We Are:Produced by Silver Bullet MediaCreated by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary SheehanSong by Ariel McClearyRecorded in front of a live studio audience who interrupted halfway through

My mom brought to my attention that she has never heard of "weaponized incompetence," even though she has probably experienced it every day. In this episode, we share examples and give our take on this psych-culture phrase that has us all wondering if it's even worth getting up in the morning. Inspired by an email from Michelle RedfernProduced by Silver Bullet MediaCreated by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary SheehanSong by Ariel McClearyRecorded in front of a live studio audience who did not attend due to a more important lacrosse practice

In this frantic episode, my mom and I review the most popular podcasts and discuss how they have influenced our pop culture and political climate. This is unedited, with some hiccups and arguments, but I wanted to try an experiment with our listeners—that's you! This Is Where We Are: Produced by Silver Bullet Media Created by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary Sheehan Song by Ariel McCleary Recorded in front of a helpful live studio audience

In this episode, my mom and I discuss career advice our friends and family have received and why it was the best for them in that moment. We also share the best advice we have received and how it's shaped our professional lives. We appreciate and love the participation from our listeners, your feedback made this episode a great one! This Is Where We Are: Produced by Silver Bullet Media Created by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary Sheehan Song by Ariel McCleary Recorded in front of a live studio audience of one

In this episode, my mom and I dive into the phenomenon of quiet quitting, affecting 50% of the workforce today. We explore the reasons behind this trend and discuss our listeners’ experiences—whether they’re quietly quitting themselves or experiencing it from other's around them. Resources: What is quiet quitting How many people are affected How do we fix it Our not-so-favorite take on it This Is Where We Are: Produced by Silver Bullet Media Created by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary Sheehan Song by Ariel McCleary Recorded with only one mic so we could tip-tap on our laptop which had the very important and extensive show notes.

We kick off Season 2 with a review of each other's favorite childhood TV shows and how they’ve shaped us and childhood entertainment culture. With the start of a brand-new season, coinciding with the spiritual new year, we’ll also be incorporating listener submissions based on our topics. Next episode: Quiet Quitting. Have you or anyone you know quietly quit? How did it impact you? This Is Where We Are: Produced by Silver Bullet Media Created by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary Sheehan Song by Ariel McCleary Recorded in front of a very engaged and participative studio audience

A simple poem about bagged salad unexpectedly opens the door to a conversation about our impending doom as a human species. We bounce between everyday convenience and the looming sense of apocalypse, then back again, searching for joy in the mundane. This episode invites you to reflect on how you’re spending your time and what kind of world you want to help shape in the coming year.Produced by Silver Bullet MediaCreated by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary SheehanSong by Ariel McClearyRecorded in front of a live studio audience who was in the middle of a very loud Zoom that can probably be heard in the background

Do you know the history behind the word "gossip"? Neither did we until we saw @thekindredsnohomish's Instagram post, which made us deep-dive into what it REALLY means and how it has been used to keep women from confiding in one another. Produced by Silver Bullet MediaCreated by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary SheehanSong by Ariel McClearyRecorded in front of a live studio audience who had a long day and took a nap during the show

In this episode, we tackle the infamous and often over-discussed topic of anxiety, but with an angle that might surprise you. From situational to chronic anxiety, we explore it all and uncover how it connects to alcohol and the ways it shapes how we engage with others.Produced by Silver Bullet MediaCreated by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary SheehanSong by Ariel McClearyRecorded in front of a live studio audience who has probbaly never used the word "anxiety" before

In this episode, we talk about the quiet, subliminal messages we tell ourselves about what we wear, and how challenging them can change the way we see ourselves. What "Flatterning" really means. Produced by Silver Bullet MediaCreated by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary SheehanSong by Ariel McClearyRecorded in front of a live studio audience whose participation was edited out.

Nothing says "This is where we are" like Tylenol right now. Produced by Silver Bullet MediaCreated by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary SheehanSong by Ariel McClearyRecorded in front of a live studio audience who participated without even realizing

In this episode, my mom and I talk about the days of watching live TV as a family and how much content has increased in volume so quickly. And yet, we still need to, and want to, produce more media, like this podcast.This Is Where We Are:Produced by Silver Bullet MediaCreated by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary SheehanSong by Ariel McClearyRecorded in front of a live studio audience who was watching TV, alone

In this episode, my mom and I talk about how jean sizes mess with the way we see ourselves and how perceptions of “healthy” and “skinny” have shifted across generations. I also share a personal story about trying to lose five pounds for a wedding…and how it completely backfired.This Is Where We Are:Produced by Silver Bullet MediaCreated by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary SheehanSong by Ariel McClearyRecorded in front of a live studio audience, in charge of lighting

I work, therefore I am—quite the contradiction, right? In this episode, we dive into the latest trend: lazy girl jobs, inspired by @antiworkgirlboss on Instagram. This Is Where We Are:Produced by Silver Bullet MediaCreated by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary SheehanSong by Ariel McClearyRecorded in front of a live studio audience, who is actually just one person who happens to be my dad & lacrosse coach & in the swing of the spring season, so he could not make it

In this episode, my mom and I bring it back to one of our favorite topics—clothes! We dive into how work attire has evolved over the decades (and even in just the last few years) and what your outfit says about you. This episode was recorded after a workday where I, for once, wore sweatpants. Was I cranky because of the sweatpants, or just because? You can decide. Thanks for listening! - JaynanneThis Is Where We Are:Produced by Silver Bullet MediaCreated by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary SheehanSong by Ariel McClearyRecorded in front of a live studio audience who is actually just one person who happens to be my dad & lacrosse coach & in the swing of the spring season, so he could not make it

I’m not going to lie—this episode is all over the place. But no matter where we go, we keep coming back to one thing: how much we’re missing real connection and community. And honestly? Hyper-consumerism is making it worse. So, how do we fix it? This Is Where We Are:Produced by Silver Bullet MediaCreated by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary SheehanSong by Ariel McClearyRecorded in front of a UPS driver as our studio audience

The most shocking episode to date. So shocking I forgot to add our beautiful theme song. This Is Where We Are:Produced by Silver Bullet MediaCreated by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary SheehanSong by Ariel McClearyRecorded in front of a "there in spirit" live studio audience

In this episode, my mom and I dive into all things clothes and how we have way too much of it. I’m guilty of having bins and bins and my mom has found a way to turn every room into a closet. We discuss how media and art constantly highlight our overconsumption of clothes, yet the industry keeps selling and we keep buying. Even Grandma chimes in (via text), reminiscing about how they only bought clothes for the kids’ church outfits.This Is Where We Are:Produced by Silver Bullet MediaCreated by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary SheehanSong by Ariel McClearyRecorded in front of a live studio audience who decided not to show up

After a much-needed break, my mom and I are back—and, honestly, we're a little angry about it. Just kidding! But we are diving into the emotion of anger, what it brings up for us, and why this time of year is actually a great time to reflect on it. Give it a listen for some laughs (spoiler: I get angry with mom). This Is Where We Are: Produced by Silver Bullet Media Created by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary Sheehan Song by Ariel McCleary Recorded in front of a live studio audience who just wants to get the kitchen cleaned

In this episode, my mom and I dive into the first two weeks of our 90-day no-shopping challenge. Let’s just say one of us is already shopping... This bet has prompted us to reflect on past challenges we’ve tackled—both together and individually—as we confront our bad habits and explore what’s really going on beneath the surface. This Is Where We Are: Produced by Silver Bullet Media Created by Jaynanne Sheehan and Mary Sheehan Song by Ariel McCleary Recorded in our new studio space without a live audience, for now