Best Jacob and Libby Podcasts (2025)

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Living Abroad: Andy & Libbi’s Journey to a Simpler, Happier Life in Europe, Ep. 145 32:05

14h ago32:05

32:05

What does it really take to leave everything behind and start a new life abroad? In this episode, Dr. Jay reconnects with Andy and Libbi to talk about their move from Hawaii to the French countryside—and how financial independence made it possible. From navigating long-stay visas and currency conversions to learning a new pace of life, they share t…

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I Found a Hidden Door in My Basement. I Wish I Had Never Opened It. - Killed Cheese #7 10:51

2d ago10:51

10:51

A man finds a hidden door in his basement and against his better judgment he opens it and it changes his life forever. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story-https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1h5xos5/i_found_a_hidden_door_in_my_basement_i_wish_I_had/ Websit…

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E153 Matt and Jen 29:23

4d ago29:23

29:23

Lily and Nolan talk about sleep issues in the weeks after you quit kratom. NOTE: Jen and Matt are living in FEMA temporary housing post a Florida disaster and have a pop-up emergency internet connection, which caused audio issues in the interview recording. We did the best we could to improve the quality but there are several spots were the guests …

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The Neighbor Made A Deadly Mistake - Killed Cheese #6 14:12

5d ago14:12

14:12

When a medium gets caught up in a twist and turn of a family and neighbors dark secrets. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story-https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1lhqdo0/being_a_medium_is_no_fun_this_woman_hired_me_to/ Website- https://killedcheesepodcast.p…

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Something Came Back Wearing Our Son - Killed Cheese #5 27:32

7d ago27:32

27:32

What came home that day wasn't their son, who knows what it was. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story-https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1ldsudr/my_brother_is_downstairs_watching_tv_but_we/ Website- https://killedcheesepodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram- https…

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Celebrating the Curious Life: Childfree Living, Community, and Conversations That Matter with Emily Paulsen, Ep 144 41:30

8d ago41:30

41:30

What if the life you're living was always enough, no kids required, no apologies necessary? In this episode, Bri sits down with Emily Paulsen, the founder of Curious Life of a Childfree Woman, to explore what it means to build a joyful, curious, and unapologetically Childfree life. From starting her podcast and navigating judgment to building commu…

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THE WORST TRAIN RIDE EVER - Killed Cheese #4 10:45

9d ago10:45

10:45

Today we go over a story called the last train, let's just say the final destination was wrong. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story- https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1lho8ti/the_last_train/ Website- https://killedcheesepodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram- ht…

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E152 Dylan 51:27

11d ago51:27

51:27

Lily and Jacob open discussing the dubiousness of kratom product marketing. In the interview, Dylan has been off kratom since August 2024, after almost an average 20g per day habit over almost a decade. Despite lingering PAWS, Dylan's life has become much richer since quitting. WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJy…

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The Grief Eater VS The Chorus, Who Will Win? - Killed Cheese #3 27:25

12d ago27:25

27:25

Today we go over a story called Digesting Darkness where a man eats the grief of others till it gets too much and lets just say it doesn't go to plan. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story- https://blog.reedsy.com/short-story/rpne1j/ Website- https://killedcheesepodcas…

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The Scariest Twelve Minutes Of Your Life - Killed Cheese #2 24:50

14d ago24:50

24:50

We find the out why this boys town locks down for exactly twelve minutes every night. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story-https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1igdmom/every_night_my_entire_town_locks_down_for_twelve/ Website- https://killedcheesepodcast.pod…

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S6 Ep.22: Duncan Johnson: Should institutions invest in the UK’s high growth science & technology ecosystem? 28:46

15d ago28:46

28:46

In this episode of Investment Uncut, we speak to Duncan Johnson (Chief Executive at Northern Gritstone) to delve into the UK’s high growth science and technology ecosystem. We explore why the UK is a global leader in this space, the types of companies attracting investment, and how to assess these opportunities that are on the cutting edge of scien…

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Childfree, Retired (Almost), and Figuring It Out: Travel, Money, and Boundaries with Robert and Pamela, Ep. 143 57:11

15d ago57:11

57:11

How do you plan your finances when there’s no one but the two of you to consider? For Childfree couples, that question changes everything. It shapes how much is enough, and what role family plays in your future. In this episode, Bri sits down with Pamela and Robert, a Childfree couple who’ve spent nearly three decades as Team Us. Robert is already …

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E151 Eli Cohen, Esq. 35:16

15d ago35:16

35:16

Nolan interviews expert guest Eli Cohen, a personal injury attorney at the Wetherington Law Firm in Atlanta, Georgia. Eli specializes in product liability and kratom-related wrongful death cases. A former SWAT officer and current Army Reserve intelligence officer, he brings over 17 years of combined legal and law enforcement experience to his advoc…

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She loved him. He shattered her. - Killed Cheese #1 13:03

16d ago13:03

13:03

Today we go over a boyfriend that accidentally "breaks" his girlfriend, forget broken hearts this is much worse. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story-https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1gspbd5/i_didnt_realize_my_girlfriend_was_telling_me_the/ Website- http…

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Killed Cheese Trailer 1:54

17d ago1:54

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Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.By Jacob And Libby

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E150 Jazzy 1:15:30

18d ago1:15:30

1:15:30

Nolan and Libby in the open discuss the subtle things we gain back after quitting kratom. Jasmine aka Jazzy celebrates a year off kratom with us in the interview. Find more support at www.kratomquitters.com Closing music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x65DQgGbqIc WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7 QUITTING…

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Managing Money as a Couple: Yours, Mine, Ours, or Something Else Entirely? Ep 142 30:05

22d ago30:05

30:05

How should couples manage money when marriage isn’t a given and independence still matters? In this episode, Dr. Jay and Bri break down what it really means to combine (or not combine) finances as a couple, especially when you’re Childfree. Whether you’re all in on joint accounts or prefer a roommate-style setup, they cover the legal, emotional, an…

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E149 Kristen S. 53:31

25d ago53:31

53:31

Lily speaks with Jacob about joining as a co-host along with our other hosts. Charlie interviews Kristen and her journey through several relapses and failed attempts at using MAT to quit kratom. Serving kratom at her wedding, Kristen found herself going through withdrawals for the first time during her honeymoon. But it took a while for her to get …

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Meet the People Powering Childfree Wealth®, Ep. 141 42:08

29d ago42:08

42:08

You hear from Bri and Dr. Jay all the time. But who else is behind the scenes helping make Childfree Wealth® what it is? In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain and introducing you to Fiona Waller, CFP® and Scott Barnes, CFP® and CLTC — two of our incredible Childfree Wealth Specialists®. You'll hear how Fiona moved from a career in therapy…

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E148 Dr. Casey Grover Returns 1:01:15

29d ago1:01:15

1:01:15

Jacob and Dr. Grover answer FAQ from kratom quitters about medicated assisted treatment and talks about the need to fight social and self-imposed stigma related to addiction. How One of My Patients Quit Kratom https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-one-of-my-patients-quit-kratom/id1565909524?i=1000705241102 WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST…

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S6 Ep.21: Alison Savas: From Alphabet to AI - how do you actually pick what to invest in? 38:01

29d ago38:01

38:01

If you’re trying to outperform the market, how do you actually decide where to invest? And what about areas like AI where the future is highly uncertain? And there’s risks too – how do you ensure you’re paying a fair price given the risks you’re exposed to? To answer these questions, we step into the mind of an equity manager. We’re talking to Alis…

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E147 Ryan S. 48:53

1M ago48:53

48:53

In the opening segment, Jacob talks about his need to and what he did to kick his recovery work into a new gear after a couple years off kratom. Never addicted to anything before other than caffeine, Ryan S. talks about his progression from powder to extracts to 7ohm products, and his many failed attempts to quit before he went to a seven-day detox…

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Caregiving Basics: Talking Boundaries and Family with Drs. Julia Mayer and Barry Jacobs, Ep. 140 29:09

1M ago29:09

29:09

In this episode, Dr. Jay talks with Drs. Barry Jacobs and Julia Mayer — co-authors of The AARP Caregiver Answer Book — about what it really takes to be a caregiver, why setting boundaries matters, and how to make caregiving more manageable for everyone involved. Together, they share real-life stories, cultural tensions, and practical strategies for…

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E146 Teresa Perry, PhD - Academic Paper on Rise of Kratom Tonic Products 50:36

1M ago50:36

50:36

Guest host Aaron interviews Teresa Perry, PhD on her recently published paper entitled "Kratom drinks and consumption trends: insights from Reddit", which can be found at: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/14659891.2025.2481069 WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7 QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS htt…

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Tales From The Mug #7 - Kyle And The Jingle Of Doom 22:30

1M ago22:30

22:30

Welcome to Tales From The Mug, everyday Jacob and Libby bring you great short stories. Sip that mug and enjoy story time. Kyle And The Jingle Of Doom- Jim Lafleur Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/talesfromthemug TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@talesfromthemug Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/@TalesFromTheMug X- https://x.com/talesfromthemug Web…

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E145 Natasha 33:12

1M ago33:12

33:12

Jacob speaks with Natasha, who shares her journey with Kratom and her struggles with addiction, including 7ohm. She details her attempts to quit, the challenges she faced during detox, and the support she received from her family. Through recovery groups and sober living, she has made significant strides by relying on community and seeking assistan…

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Tales From The Mug #6 - Making Friends 9:31

1M ago9:31

9:31

Welcome to Tales From The Mug, everyday Jacob and Libby bring you great short stories. Sip that mug and enjoy story time. Making Friends - Gary Raser Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/talesfromthemug TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@talesfromthemug Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/@TalesFromTheMug X- https://x.com/talesfromthemug…

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Tales From The Mug #5 - Santa, The Hitman? 21:59

1M ago21:59

21:59

Welcome to Tales From The Mug, everyday Jacob and Libby bring you great short stories. Sip that mug and enjoy story time. Santa, The Hitman - Mary Butler Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/talesfromthemug TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@talesfromthemug Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/@TalesFromTheMug X- https://x.com/talesfromthemug…

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Tales From The Mug #4 - Duck Hunt 12:24

1M ago12:24

12:24

Welcome to Tales From The Mug, everyday Jacob and Libby bring you great short stories. Sip that mug and enjoy story time. Duck Hunt - Joe R Landsdale Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/talesfromthemug TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@talesfromthemug Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/@TalesFromTheMug X- https://x.com/talesfromthemug…

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S6 Ep.20: Andy Howard - what could an ESG rollback in the US mean for European investors? 39:32

1M ago39:32

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S6 Ep.20: Andy Howard - what could an ESG rollback in the US mean for European investors? by Lane Clark & PeacockBy Lane Clark & Peacock

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Who's Looking Out for You? Elder Abuse, End-of-Life Planning, and Protecting Your Future, Ep. 139 32:05

1M ago32:05

32:05

Elder abuse is more common than you think. And if you’re Childfree or aging solo, you might be more vulnerable to it unless you have a plan in place. In this episode, Dr. Jay and Bri talk through the financial and emotional realities of elder abuse, how it shows up in real life, and what it means to protect yourself or your loved ones as you age. F…

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Tales From The Mug #3 - Mouths Full Of Rain 11:20

1M ago11:20

11:20

Welcome to Tales From The Mug, everyday Jacob and Libby bring you great short stories. Sip that mug and enjoy story time. "Mouths Full Of Rain" by Kane T Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/talesfromthemug TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@talesfromthemug Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/@TalesFromTheMug X- https://x.com/talesfromthemug…

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Tales From The Mug #2 - At The Bureau 10:45

1M ago10:45

10:45

Welcome to Tales From The Mug, everyday Jacob and Libby bring you great short stories. Sip that mug and enjoy story time. "At The Bureau" by Steve Rasnic Tem Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/talesfromthemug TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@talesfromthemug Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/@TalesFromTheMug X- https://x.com/talesfromthemug…

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Tales From The Mug #1 - The Big Deep 19:15

2M ago19:15

19:15

Welcome to Tales From The Mug, everyday Jacob and Libby bring you great short stories. Sip that mug and enjoy story time. "The Big Deep" by Orwell King Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/talesfromthemug TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@talesfromthemug Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/@TalesFromTheMug X- https://x.com/talesfromthemug…

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E144 John D. 55:47

2M ago55:47

55:47

John D. shares his story with much resolve, verve and wisdom. He covers several really huge topics: 1) How you can go for even years without serious addiction to kratom; 2) How that then sneakily progresses into a real dependency that often shocks people; 3) But then he tried to get off with extracts; 4) And then even graduated to the next level wi…

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Who Handles It All When You're Gone? Death, Legacy, and Planning for a Solo Life with Marni Blank, Ep. 138 31:06

2M ago31:06

31:06

Let’s be real. Death isn’t optional. But having a plan? That part is up to you. In this episode, Dr. Jay sits down with Marni Blank, end-of-life doula and founder of Begin with the End, to unpack what it really means to prepare for death and aging when you’re Childfree or solo. From digital logins and legal paperwork to caregiving and community, th…

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E143 Doug 32:31

2M ago32:31

32:31

Libby and Jacob open. Doug talks to Libby about quitting kratom. QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety https://bs…

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E142 Documentary about 7-Hydroxymitragynine Products 36:52

2M ago36:52

36:52

Nolan talks to John Bachner, a 23-year-old from Florida who has embarked on a documentary film project to dive into the rise of Kratom/7OH products, the lack of a regulated marketplace in which they are sold and the associated addiction stories many people experience. You can reach John at [email protected] to learn more about his efforts. QUI…

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Planning for Parents: What Happens When You Inherit the Responsibility, Ep 137 34:13

2M ago34:13

34:13

Having parents with money doesn’t mean planning is easier—just different. In this episode, Dr. Jay and Bri explore what it really means to be the childfree adult expected to step in when your wealthy parents age, pass, or hand over the keys to the family empire. From complex trust structures to inherited businesses, sibling conflict, and the emotio…

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Planning for Parents: What If Your Parents Run Out of Money? Ep 136 33:41

2M ago33:41

33:41

Planning for aging parents is hard. It’s even harder when there’s no financial safety net. In this episode, Dr. Jay and Bri walk through the real-life challenges of supporting parents who may not have the means—or the plan—for their long-term care. From boundaries and Medicaid to power of attorney, family dynamics, and even “granny pods,” they shar…

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S6 Ep.19: Libby Cantrill – What do Trump’s first 100 days (take 2) tell us? 33:58

2M ago33:58

33:58

What is achieved in the first 100 days of presidency are often seen as an indication of a President’s success or failure. Trump’s first 100 days (2.0) ended on 29 April, and he had certainly been busy. In this episode we review what’s happened so far, but mainly we focus on what might happen next. We were delighted to interview PIMCO’s Head of Publ…

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E141 Jasmine and Lily Return 58:22

2M ago58:22

58:22

Libby and Nolan open. Jasmine and Lily celebrate sobriety milestones. https://feelfreeclassaction.com QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety https://www.f…

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S6 Ep.18: Jenny Harbord: Is affordable housing the next frontier for institutional investment? 35:54

2M ago35:54

35:54

In this episode, we speak with Jenny Harbord, Head of Real Assets at LCP to explore the UK affordable housing market and why institutional investors are increasingly drawn to this sector. For our Views from the Boardroom section, Jacob speaks to Sarah Smart (Chair at TPR) to talk about the challenges and opportunities facing the pension scheme indu…

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Andy and Libbi Planning Session 4: France, FIRE, and the Big What If, Ep 135 58:45

2M ago58:45

58:45

Andy and Libbi are back with big updates, bigger decisions, and a whole new plan. After six months of financial planning, a few international job offers that didn’t pan out, and many late nights researching visa rules, they’ve chosen to lean fully into early retirement and build a new life in France. In this episode, Dr. Jay reconnects with them to…

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E140 Mike B. 40:58

2M ago40:58

40:58

Nolan and Jacob discuss taking up hobbies post quitting to keep busy and to enrich your life. Mike B. used kratom to get off methadone, but six years later was still on the powder, then eventually switching over to the kava-kratom tonics. Thought service and 12 step work, Mike gives back and now almost two years clean from kratom and other drugs. Q…

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Life Insurance Without Kids: Protection or Overkill? Ep 134 22:26

2M ago22:26

22:26

Being Childfree comes with its own set of financial rules—so does that mean life insurance is off the table? In this episode, we dive into whether Childfree individuals actually need life insurance, uncovering scenarios where it might make sense (hint: it usually doesn’t!). We explore why term life insurance could be valuable if others truly rely o…

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E139 James T. 39:21

2M ago39:21

39:21

NOTE: This is our last regular Wednesday interview with a kratom quitter as we are going back to once-a-week guests talking about their quitting journey on Sundays with occasional Wednesday special episodes. An engineering professional from New Mexico, James started using kratom three years ago as a remedy for his severe IBS. Drawn in by a posh kra…

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E138 Sonya 48:05

2M ago48:05

48:05

Libby and Jacob talk about pets and recovery. Sonya was a low-dose, high-functioning kratom user. The reasons for quitting were not as overwhelming and more subtle, but the benefits to getting off kratom were still profound. Her dog Chunk maybe the happiest about it all. CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety https://twitter.com/k…

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Creating Real Connections: Building a Childfree Community with Florence Wlodarski, Ep 133 31:03

3M ago31:03

31:03

Finding your people as a childfree adult isn’t always easy—and the bigger the city, the harder it can be. In this episode, Jay sits down with Florence Wlodarski, founder of Parallel, a social club designed specifically for people living without children. They dive into what it really means to create meaningful community when your lifestyle doesn’t …

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E137 Kevin 27:53

3M ago27:53

27:53

In the opening segment, Nolan talks about how sobriety is not just the absence of a substance in your life. Kevin took kratom for the first time 7 years ago, but it made him nauseous, and he didn't return to it again until January 2024. After just a year of drinking the kava-kratom tonics, Kevin quit at the first of the year 2025. Did you know that…

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