Don't Listen To Us with Mandy Patinkin and Kathryn Grody

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• Have You Ever Encountered a Ghost? 17.06.2026 41min

  A listener asks Mandy and Kathryn whether they've ever encountered a ghost. Stories about the paranormal, being present at a birth and a death, and the surprise career turning points that shape a life.  Also, a conversation about how theater should be more welcoming to audiences with diverse needs, and the raucous return of the Dating Game. Do Mandy Patinkin and Kathryn Grody know each other’s favorite movie? Have a question, story, weird thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AskMandyandKathryn or send an email to askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com. Check out Touretteshero.com! Their mission is to create an inclusive and socially just world for disabled and non-disabled people through cultural practice. Watch on Spotify. Spotify Premium users get no commercial breaks on our show. 👉 Subscribe so you don’t miss a new episode every week! 🎧 Listen to the podcast on all platforms: https://lemonada.lnk.to/DontListenToUsYT  📱Follow us: @mandypatinkin @lemonadamedia  #MandyPatinkin #KathrynGrody #Podcast #DontListenToUs Chapters: 00:00 Tech Troubles and Home on the Range 00:25 Morning Check-In With Mandy Patinkin and Kathryn Grody 01:33 Breathing Exercise for Stress Relief 02:19 Collagen Coffee and Wellness Trends 03:22 Listener Question: Do You Believe in Ghosts? 03:47 Ghost Stories and Theater Hauntings 06:45 Mandy's Paranormal Experience of Death 09:16 How Small Moments Shape Our Lives 09:53 The Paper Bag Memory That Changed Everything 12:18 Rewriting Your Life Story 13:15 Kathryn's Unexpected Broadway Break 14:12 Auditions, Connection, and Being Seen 14:59 The Power of Giving Birth 16:18 Listener Question from a Neurodivergent Theater Lover 18:33 Making Theater Welcoming for Everyone 19:04 Relaxed Performances and Autism-Friendly Theater 23:45 Accessibility, Inclusion, and Advocacy in the Arts 27:18 Tourette Syndrome at the Edinburgh Fringe 31:58 Dating Game! 33:46 Do Mandy and Kathryn Know Each Other’s Favorite Movie? 36:29 Credits, Subscribe, and Listener Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• The Dating App Episode (Plus a Rare Sondheim Story) 10.06.2026 41min

  What would happen if Mandy Patinkin and Kathryn Grody joined a dating app? In this episode, they imagine their dating profiles, invent wildly different dating apps of their own, and reveal what they're really looking for in human connection. Plus, a listener question about navigating a younger, condescending boss at work. And Mandy tells the unforgettable story of the first time Stephen Sondheim played him "Finishing the Hat" during rehearsal for Sunday in the Park with George—and why, decades later, he still rarely sings the song outside the show. Have a question, story, weird thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AskMandyandKathryn or send an email to askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com. 👉 Subscribe so you don’t miss a new episode every week! 🎧 Listen to the podcast on all platforms: https://lemonada.lnk.to/DontListenToUsYT  📱Follow us: @mandypatinkin @lemonadamedia  #MandyPatinkin #KathrynGrody #Podcast #DontListenToUs Head over to Booking.com and start your listing today. Chapters: 00:00 Home on the Range! 01:30 Mandy and Kathryn Catch Up 02:58 What If Mandy and Kathryn Joined Dating Apps? 04:04 Dating Apps Explained (and Misunderstood) 05:26 The Weirdest Niche Dating Apps 06:50 Dating App Dealbreakers 07:46 The Hugging App: Would It Work? 11:09 Building Mandy and Kathryn's Dating Profiles 14:59 Inventing Our Own Dating Apps 15:59 What is a Cultural Touchstone That Changed You? 17:17 Empathy Across Generations 18:22 Learning Empathy and Perspective 20:25 Why Kathryn Changed Her Mind About Musicals 21:21 Mandy Patinkin on the Origins of "Finishing the Hat" 23:19 The First Time Stephen Sondheim Shared "Finishing the Hat" 26:42 How Mandy Felt When He First Sang “Finishing the Hat”  29:13 Workplace Advice: Dealing With a Younger Boss 35:38 Giving Creative Notes Across Generations 37:52 Final Thoughts and Credits Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Why We’re All Addicted to Our Phones 03.06.2026 39min

  A teen asks the question we’re all struggling with: how do you protect your mental health when your phone, social media, and the news cycle never stop? We talk doomscrolling, screen time and the pressure to always be “plugged in.” And, what’s the best excuse to get out of a social obligation? We debate the most believable exits to cancel plans and the guilt of saying no. Plus, can Kathryn survive a pop culture quiz? Does she know who Taylor Swift is dating?  Have a question, story, weird thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AskMandyandKathryn or send an email to askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com. 👉 Subscribe so you don’t miss a new episode every week! 🎧 Listen to the podcast on all platforms: https://lemonada.lnk.to/DontListenToUsYT  📱Follow us: @mandypatinkin @lemonadamedia  #MandyPatinkin #KathrynGrody #Podcast #DontListenToUs #PhoneAddiction #Doomscrolling #DigitalDetox #ScreenTime #GenZ #GenZCulture #InternetCulture #MentalHealth Head over to Booking.com and start your listing today. Chapters: 00:00 - Gideon Grody-Patinkin finally comes out from behind the camera!  00:28 - Kathryn Grody takes a pop culture quiz. Who’s Taylor Swift dating? What’s main character syndrome? And what are girl dinners?  03:51 - A teen listener asks about phone addiction and how to maintain your mental health.  05:15 - How to combat doomscrolling with joy and hope. 11:57 - Family guest Ivan Cash suggests phone boundaries that can help with phone addiction.  12:54 - Nightly doomscrolling before bed. Are alarm clocks the solution? 16:39 - A phone meditation you can do too. 22:50 - How do you work with family without ruining the relationship? Gideon asks for a friend.  25:30 - What’s the best excuse to get out of a social obligation?  26:47 - We debate the best and most believable injuries to cancel plans.  33:21 - Can we be honest about not wanting to go? The guilt of saying no to social obligations. 34:00 - Goodbyes. Credits. Thank yous! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• TOMS Founder Blake Mycoskie Tells Michael Pollan How Success Broke Him 27.05.2026 1h 4min

  New series sneak peek! No Magic Pill is hosted by TOMS Shoes founder Blake Mycoskie, who fell apart after building and selling one of the most recognized brands on the planet. After a years-long journey through every therapy and treatment imaginable, Blake is finally talking honestly about the dark side of success and the reality of mental health. In No Magic Pill, Blake travels the country to sit down with survivors, experts, and cultural icons who have looked into the darkness and found a way out. These aren’t stories of quick fixes; they are honest conversations about the daily choices, big and small, that create a path forward. When Blake was at the lowest point in his life, a small dose of a psychoactive cacti called San Pedro showed him the truth underneath everything. He recorded the session and in this episode he shares certain moments with journalist Michael Pollan (author of How to Change Your Mind) to break down what happened. They discuss the power of pairing psychedelics with meditation, the breakthroughs that can come with ego disillusion, and the misguided assumption that’s driving the belief that AI can become conscious. Plus, how Michael’s experiencing gardening while on mushrooms inspired the opening chapter of his new book, A World Appears. In this conversation you’ll learn: Why psychedelics are unlike any other drug The importance of set and setting when taking plant medicine  Why light doses are often more effective than heavier doses How to break the pattern of ruminating thoughts The critical period after a psychedelic experience The opportunities and dangers of AI therapy Enough Foundation's mission is to spread reminders in every form — bracelets, messages, actions, community — until feeling ENOUGH becomes the cultural default. To learn more, visit weareenough.co. Stay up to date with Lemonada on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at lemonadapremium.com. Disclaimer: This episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical questions or concerns you may have Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Death Doula Answers What Happens When We Die 20.05.2026 46min

  Are you ready for a sharp turn? One minute we’re debating love languages, pickleball etiquette, and loyalty to your barber. Next, we sit down with a death doula/soul midwife who shares what dying feels like in the room, how to navigate grief, and the emotional realities of end-of-life care. She helps Mandy with a pressing question and a listener who asks how to support a friend with a terminal illness. There’s laughter, awkwardness, surprising honesty, and a reminder that joy can still exist even in life’s hardest moments. Correction: The quote, "We're all here to walk each other home" is misattributed in our podcast. It’s by American spiritual teacher and author Ram Dass. Have a question, story, weird thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AskMandyandKathryn or send an email to askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com. 👉 Subscribe so you don’t miss a new episode every week! 🎧 Listen to the podcast on all platforms: https://lemonada.lnk.to/DontListenToUsYT  📱Follow us: @mandypatinkin @lemonadamedia  #MandyPatinkin #KathrynGrody #Podcast #DontListenToUs Head over to Booking.com and start your listing today. Chapters: 00:00 - Coming Up: Pickleball drama, love languages & talking about death. 00:44 - One of us is hyper. It’s Mandy Patinkin. Plus, O Susanna with spoons.  01:26 - What are the 5 love languages? 04:19 - Should you switch barbers or hairdressers? Where does loyalty come in? 09:55 - What are relationship pickleball rules when playing with your partner or spouse?  14:03 - One of Kathryn Grody’s favourite childhood memories about Gideon. 14:16 - Mind Bowling LIVE! 16:16 - What does a death doula do?  18:53 - How Elisabeth Kübler-Ross changed our thinking about dying and the stages of grief. 20:28 - Why we avoid talking about death — and why we shouldn’t. 22:05 - What are the biggest surprises about dying and end-of-life care?  23:29 - A difficult end-of-life decision Mandy struggles with. What should I do with my body?  29:17 - How can I support a friend with a terminal diagnosis? 33:33 - Why this conversation meant so much to Mandy. 35:18 - How does joy & humour play a role in death and end-of-life care? A moving story.  39:55 - What is NEDA? The National End-of-Life Doula Alliance explained. 43:30 - Send us your questions. Goodbye. Credits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Time Slipping? Mandy Patinkin & Kathryn Grody on Aging 13.05.2026 45min

  A totally original, absolutely unhinged birthday song. Danielle writes in with a big question about feeling like time is moving too fast. And a round of Scary Not Scary tackles the burning question: what would you do if a baby bear showed up in your sink? Have a question, story, weird thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AskMandyandKathryn or send an email to askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com. 👉 Subscribe so you don’t miss a new episode every week! 🎧 Listen to the podcast on all platforms: https://lemonada.lnk.to/DontListenToUsYT  📱Follow us: @mandypatinkin @lemonadamedia  #MandyPatinkin #KathrynGrody #Podcast #DontListenToUs #LifeAdvice #Aging #BirthdaySong #TimeIsFlying Go to quince.com/dontlisten for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Head over to Booking.com and start your listing today. Chapters: 00:00 Anxiety About Time Moving Fast 00:45 Original Birthday Song! 00:59 New Toy Chaos 02:02 Fashion Tips (Not Really!) 03:30 Speaking Out in Dark Times 06:25 Encouraged by Community Activism 7:43 Why Mandy Uses His Voice 09:43 Quince Ad Break 11:43 Booking.com Sponsor 13:54 Listener Question Setup 14:12 Is Age a Barrier? 17:07 Age Is Just Number 20:55 Live Caller: Danielle 23:14 Why Does It Feel Like Time is Speeding Up? 26:19 Physics and Play 28:07 What the Pandemic Did to Time 29:56 Why Time Feels Faster with Age 30:57 Loss and Life Lessons 33:23 Slow Down to Live 36:07 Birthday Plans and Video Games 37:44 Happy Birthday Serenade 40:23 Scary Not Scary Game 41:31 Bear in the Sink? Now What? 44:36 Credits and Premium Plug Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• How Do You Forgive Yourself? 06.05.2026 38min

  A listener asks about addiction and self-forgiveness. A family friend drops by for a moving discussion about sobriety, relapse, and learning to move forward. Plus, Kathryn judges Gideon’s beard rather harshly, and a story about a first kiss that changed everything.  Have a question, story, weird thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AskMandyandKathryn or send an email to askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com. 👉 Subscribe so you don’t miss a new episode every week! 🎧 Listen to the podcast on all platforms: https://lemonada.lnk.to/DontListenToUsYT  📱Follow us: @mandypatinkin @lemonadamedia  #MandyPatinkin #KathrynGrody #Podcast #DontListenToUs Head over to Booking.com and start your listing today. Chapters: 00:00 Intro: Beards, Friendship & Forgiveness 01:16 Who Loves a Beard? 04:05 Boundaries & Emotional Limits 04:44 Surprise Guest Drops By! 07:49 Meet Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Maureen Laffey 08:25 How We Met Good Friend Maureen 10:32 First Kiss Stories 11:32 The Secret to Long Friendships 12:39 Jack Hofsiss’ Story: Caregiving and Illness 14:07 The Ann-Margret Elevator Story 15:32 A Relationship Beyond Caregiver and Patient 16:56 Michael’s Voice Note About Addiction Struggles 18:18 Learning Self-Forgiveness 23:04 Letting Go of the “God Complex” 26:53 Different Paths to Sobriety 29:36 Medication and Recovery 32:24 One-Word Tributes to Old Friends 34:17 Saying Goodbye 35:37 Credits & Subscribe Head over to Booking.com and start your listing today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• True NYC Stories We’ve Never Told (Until Now) 29.04.2026 41min

  Roaches. Drug heists. Burglaries. Sandwiches. Welcome to New York. In this anything-goes episode, we pause your questions and dive into our unbelievable and sometimes oddly hilarious stories about life in NYC, including when we were young, struggling actors. Plus, a tale about Martin Sheen that goes nowhere. Oh, and an easter egg revealed that you haven’t noticed yet. Have a question, story, weird thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AskMandyandKathryn or send an email to askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com. 👉 Subscribe so you don’t miss a new episode every week! 🎧 Listen to the podcast on all platforms: https://lemonada.lnk.to/DontListenToUsYT  📱Follow us: @mandypatinkin @lemonadamedia  #MandyPatinkin #KathrynGrody #Podcast #DontListenToUs Head over to Booking.com and start your listing today. Chapters: 00:00 This week on our podcast… 01:07 An enthused hello. Plus, Gideon’s first love(s).  02:32 The easter egg reveal. Did you catch it?  03:30 Travel, Venice and rats.  07:04 City living, nudity and bathroom windows. 13:51 Biking in New York City. Mandy confronts Gideon on not sharing stories about his life. 17:26 The legend of Peanuts.  20:48 Our first reference in this episode to the Martin Sheen story that goes nowhere.  21:26 Mandy reminisces on his early days as a struggling actor in NY and shares a wild story involving his mom. 28:38 Kathryn’s first cookie drug deal and her maybe, kind of close encounter with a drug heist.  33:09 When Kathrny’s dad visited her during her early days in NY. 35:10 Gideon tries to explain the sexual practice of sounding to his parents.  37:25 Becky serenades us! 38:05 Byebyes. Credits. Send us your questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• A 93-Year-Old Shares Secrets to a Creative Life 22.04.2026 43min

  What can a 93-year-old teach us about life, creativity, and happiness? Mandy Patinkin and Kathryn Grody sit down with a 93-year-old artist to talk about aging, staying creative, and finding joy at every stage of life. They also answer a listener question about how to raise hopeful kids in difficult times, and a game of Would You Rather? takes an unexpected (and hilarious) turn. Have a question, story, or unspeakable thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AskMandyandKathryn or email askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com.  👉 Subscribe, so you don’t miss a new episode every week! 🎧 Listen on all platforms: https://lemonada.lnk.to/DontListenToUsYT  📱 Follow: @mandypatinkin @lemonadamedia #MandyPatinkin #KathrynGrody #Podcast #DontListenToUs #LifeAdvice #Creativity #Parenting Chapters: 00:00 Coming Up: Life Advice From a 93-Year-Old 00:51 Mandy Gets Swallowed by a Whale 02:18 Listener Question: Parenting Kids in Dark Times 04:13 How to Raise Hopeful Kids Today 07:12 Why Activism and Community Matter 11:05 Using History to Stay Hopeful 14:30 Meet Doris Peltzman, Age 93 15:51 How Gideon Met Doris 20:33 How to Protect Your Creative Spark 22:19 Choosing Joy Every Day 23:15 How Creativity Changes With Age 24:19 Creativity Is Being Alive 26:05 Why Comparing Your Work Can Hurt Creativity 27:07 What Life Is Like in Your Nineties 28:54 Unexpected Kindness From Strangers 32:19 Advice From a 93-Year-Old: Keep Growing 34:38 Would You Rather? Game 38:19 Send Us Your Art! 38:50 Outro & Credits Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Listener Favorite: Why Don’t I Feel Like the Age I Am? 15.04.2026 51min

  This episode originally aired on October 22, 2025. How to feel young when the body gets old, why joy is resistance, and a call from Brit about blowing up her professional life. Also, Gideon shocks Mandy and Kathryn with a family secret.  Have a question, story, or weird thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here or send an email to askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Advice for Aspiring Actors (Broadway Isn’t Key) 08.04.2026 42min

  Why do we discourage people from a career in the arts? A young person talks to Mandy & Kathryn about how to make it in musical theatre. Hint: Broadway shouldn’t be the goal. Plus, a peak inside Gideon’s brain - as a kid doing performance art about his neighbours. Oh, and the Road Runner makes an appearance. Have a question, story, weird thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here or send an email to askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com.  Head over to Booking.com and start your listing today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Should You Stay or Leave When You Hate Where You Live? 01.04.2026 39min

  If you move somewhere new and hate it… do you stick it out or start over? Mandy and Kathryn have very different answers. In this episode, they get into moving regret, how to decide whether to stay or leave, and the emotional reality of starting over in a new place. Also: creative and surprising ways to cope with grief, the rituals that keep people we’ve lost close, and Kathryn reveals her secret, longstanding hatred of jokes. Mandy and Kathryn’s guest is Carla Fernandez, author of Renegade Grief: A Guide to the Wild Ride of Life After Loss.  Have a question, story, weird thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here or send an email to askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• A Pet Psychic Reads Our Dog 25.03.2026 38min

  Ever wonder what your pet actually thinks of you? We sit down with an Animal Communicator and Pet Psychic who reads Becky, our dog. Let’s just say, we may never look at Becky the same way again! Plus, Mandy’s surprising story of when he was offered The Princess Bride. Oh, and what we really (maybe) would’ve done if acting didn’t work out. Please note - We record these episodes in advance so we don’t always get to respond in real time to what’s going on in the world. Have a question, story, weird thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here or send an email to askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com.  For a limited time, go to Care.com and use code DONTLISTEN for 20% off your initial subscription or Senior Care Advisor Plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• What Do Our Dreams Really Tell Us? 18.03.2026 42min

  This episode exists because of you! We’re diving into some of the weirdest, funniest, and most unexpectedly moving listener messages we’ve received lately—and one letter absolutely devastates Mandy and Kathryn. Also: some highly questionable dream interpretation and an unscientific ice cream taste test: dairy vs. alternative milks in a frozen dessert death match. Have a question, story, weird thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here or send an email to askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com.  For a limited time, go to Care.com and use code DONTLISTEN for 20% off your initial subscription or Senior Care Advisor Plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Kitchen Turf Wars: Why Couples Fight Over Cooking 11.03.2026 36min

  If you’ve ever argued over the “right” way to load a dishwasher, this one’s for you. A special episode…in the kitchen! Kathryn and Mandy test a listener’s famous potato recipe. Chaos ensues. Plus, why turf wars in the kitchen are so common. Oh, and are hot dogs sandwiches or tacos?  Please note - We often record these episodes in advance so we don’t always get to respond in real time to what’s going on in the world. Have a question, story, weird thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here or send an email to askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com.  Head to MarleySpoon.com/offer/DONTLISTEN for 45% off your first order and free delivery.  For a limited time, go to Care.com and use code DONTLISTEN for 20% off your initial Care.com subscription or a Senior Care Advisor Plan. Rachel’s famous potato recipe: It’s important to use yellow or gold potatoes - smaller is better but any yellow potato is fine. First, preheat oven to 425F. 1) quarter the potatoes and then halve the quarters if they are on the bigger side / you want largish bite sized pieces 2) put them in a pot of water and add a good amount kosher salt 3) boil, stirring here and there, till tender but not falling apart - 5-10 min depending on size 4) drain then put back in pot - let them dry out a few minutes and then shake them around in the pot - you don’t want them wet for the next step 5) put potatoes on a sheet pan and coat very well with avocado or grapeseed oil and kosher salt - don’t skimp on either! 6) roast for 10 min then flip potatoes around so crispy bottoms are on top  7) roast till desired amount of golden crispiness - Usually another 10 minutes  8) serve, splashed with a bit of sea salt and pepper, and amaze your friends and family! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Listen Now: Happier with Gretchen Rubin 04.03.2026 33min

  Mandy, Kathryn, and Gideon are off this week, but they didn’t want to leave you without something special in your feed. So we’re sharing another Lemonada show that we think you’re really going to love. Happier with Gretchen Rubin is hosted by the #1 bestselling author of The Happiness Project and Better Than Before, and it gets personal in the best way. Gretchen shares practical, totally manageable advice about building better habits and creating more happiness in your everyday life. It’s thoughtful, smart, and actually doable. In the episode you’re about to hear, Gretchen talks about why it can be powerful to “go for the no” instead of avoiding rejection and failure. She also shares a few great same-day book recommendations and a simple hack to make your email way more efficient. If you like what you hear, you can find more episodes of Happier with Gretchen Rubin at https://lemonada.lnk.to/happierfd See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Toxic Parents, Immigrant Stories and Weird Hobbies 25.02.2026 49min

  How do you set boundaries with difficult parents? A question about letting go of what you didn’t get in childhood reveals something sweet about Mandy and Gideon’s own relationship. Plus: Mandy and Kathryn share their immigration stories, Mandy gets a trainer, and Gideon upsells a very questionable new hobby. Have a question, story, weird thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here or send an email to askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com.  Head to MarleySpoon.com/offer/DONTLISTEN for up to 25 FREE meals! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• The Awkward Phase of Dating No One Talks About 18.02.2026 45min

  This episode is for the theatre nerds. We see you! It’s also for anyone who has ever wondered how to navigate bodily functions in a new relationship. So, everyone. Plus, a moving segment on being your own cheerleader. Oh, and Kathryn brings back the word respair. Have a question, story, weird thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here or send an email to askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com.  Head to MarleySpoon.com/offer/DONTLISTEN for 45% off your first order and free delivery. Go to quince.com/dontlisten for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Is Love Enough? And Other Valentine’s Day Questions 11.02.2026 49min

  Does a good relationship require more than just love? Can you be happy without romantic love? And if Gideon loved a robot, would Kathryn mind? Some Valentine’s Day questions about eros (and philia, and pragma, and philautia…).  Have a question, story, weird thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here or send an email to askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com.  Head to MarleySpoon.com/offer/DONTLISTEN for 45% off your first order and free delivery.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• W. Kamau Bell on How To Parent In Uncertain Times 04.02.2026 51min

  We’re joined by a special guest - comedian, director, dad W. Kamau Bell! We talk about parenting during this difficult time and all things Chicago (including a potential long lost cousin). Oh, and Gideon attempts to pry an old family secret from Kathryn. Can he do it? Please note - We often record these episodes in advance so we don’t always get to respond in real time to what’s going on in our country. Have a question, story, weird thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here or send an email to askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com.  Head to MarleySpoon.com/offer/DONTLISTEN for 45% off your first order and free delivery.  Check out Little Saints and discover your Magic Hour. Visit littlesaints.com and use code DONTLISTEN to get 15% Off Your First Order.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices