Why Can’t We Soak It All In Pt. 2

Part two of this season’s finale: Is there something wrong that we often can’t fully appreciate life? Time, life and childhood are fleeting, but we still have our eye on the clock. Guests: McKay Ward, 99 year old Aileen Alfano, and Annie and Alex Grow. andyoverthinks.com/soakitallin2

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Why Can’t We Soak It All In Pt. 1

Even though death is inevitable, most days we don’t feel grateful to be alive. Even though childhood is fleeting, much of the time our kids drive us crazy. It’s hard to be fully present and appreciative. Is there a solution? Very special guest: My favorite essayist, Tim Kreider. andyoverthinks.com/soakitallin1

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Overthinking Santa Lies

Lying about Santa makes me a little uneasy. But is it sad to deprive kids of the chance to believe in something magical? Hear a variety of opinions from every side, including author of “The Myths That Stole Christmas,” Dr. David Kyle Johnson. andyoverthinks.com/SantaLies

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Unpopular Opinions

In honor of our robust cancel culture, here are few opinions most people won’t agree with, and don’t want to hear. Listen now and troll us later. Co-hosted by Jessica Jensen. andyoverthinks.com/UnpopularOpinions

Female Fantasies

What are the strange and specific desires of a woman’s heart, and how is the Fictional Man so spot on? Listen as Andy and Stacey McEwan (romance author, Tik Tok and Bookstagram star) profile the perfect fictional lover and analyze the extremely fictional female fantasy. andyoverthinks.com/femalefantasies

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How many kids to have

I began having kids at the end of Season One, but now how do I decide when to stop? What’s too many? What’s too few? And is there a number of children that’s just right? Hear from a panel of parents, researcher Dr. Nicholas Wolfinger, and therapist Ann Davidman. andyoverthinks.com/howmanykidstohave

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People who deserve more credit (again)

Jessica Jensen and I are back for a second time to give credit where credit is due. Hear from egoless ghostwriter, Hilary Liftin, as well as a philanthropic Amazon reviewer, a heroic YouTube tutorialist, an altruistic clickbait spoiler, and an indentured Senior Class President. andyoverthinks.com/peoplewhodeservemorecreditagain

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Thick Skin

It seems the people most able to ignore trolls, critics and hecklers get the most victories, have the most fun, and live the most freely. But why do they have such thick skin? And how can the rest of us toughen up? First learn from door-to-door sales expert and entrepreneur, Sam Taggart. Then hear how Trent Tueller survived a Twitter mob attack. Finally, discover why stand-up comedian Shelley Carling can laugh in the face of rejection. andyoverthinks.com/thickskin

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The Burden of Beauty Pt. 2

In part two of two, I get different perspectives on the pursuit of beauty, first from clever sister duo, Lauren and Chanler Bledsoe from the Pop Apologists podcast, who gracefully temper some of my ideas and frustration. And then we get to hear how one man feels about the impact of beauty obsession on the women in his life. andy overthinks.com/theburdenofbeautypt2

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The Burden of Beauty Pt. 1

Every woman is under pressure to be as beautiful as time, money, and energy can afford. But what’s the real cost? And is it worth it? Learn from Dr. Lexie Kite co-author of More Than a Body and co-founder Beauty Redefined. This episode also includes 90 year old Toos Ward’s perspective on aging and beauty. As well as Heather Delcamp, a young lady who shaved her head in order to get her head on straight. andyoverthinks.com/theburdenofbeautypt1

Part two also available now.

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Things People Have Said To Me

One friend insulted my shoes and inspired me forever. Another said two words, and ended seven years of indecision. A neighbor’s offhand comment now dictates my budget. And something my husband mentioned on our first date locked him in as the ultimate rebound and life partner. Guests: Alex Grow, Wade Alleman, Ryan Swapp, Annie Grow, and Levi Ballstaedt andyoverthinks.com/thingspeoplehavesaidtome

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Overthinking

What would it be like to trust your gut, relax your brain, and generally calm down? I’m discussing the psychology of maximizers vs. satisficers with renowned researcher and author of The Paradox of Choice, Dr. Barry Schwartz. I’ll also chat with my dad, Kevin Seibert, about his chronic overthinking, and hear from John and Adrianne Canepa a couple in a mixed overthinking marriage. Finally I’ll overthink non-overthinking with the intuitive, creative genius, Brittany Wood. andyoverthinks.com/overthinking

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What We Want In The End

In this Season Two finale I’m asking myself and guests The Big Question: When the end comes, and you’re on your deathbed, what do you need to have experienced or accomplished in your life to feel satisfied?

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Narcissism (I bet you don’t think this show is about you)

We’ve never been more narcissistic, nor more okay with it. How much farther can we fall in love with ourselves before we collectively fall? Guests: therapist Alex Lamoreaux, and researcher Dr. Chris Barry.

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Work-Life Balance

It may be a tired topic, but is that because we are talking about it wrong? Hear from viral Ted talker and best-selling author, Nigel Marsh and several others about their definitions of a balanced life.  andyoverthinks.com/worklifebalance Continue reading

Political Correctness

Is political correctness keeping us from correcting anything? Learn from leftist Dr. Fredrik deBoer, Sherita Coffelt, and listen to excerpts from Stephen Fry and other famous comedians. AndyOverthinks.com/PoliticalCorrectness Continue reading

Regrets

What kinds of regret hurt the most? And what do we do about it? Does thinking about regret do us any good? Hear from Country Music Hall of Fame songwriter Bill Anderson, HGTV star Chrisi Hammer, top researcher Dr. Shai Davidai, and more. andyoverthinks.com/regrets

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Personality Tests

We all want to be perfectly understood and classified, and personality tests promise just that. Overthink the personality tests that overthink us overthinking ourselves. andyoverthinks.com/personalitytests

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The Division of Household Labor

Chore wars plague most marriages. Who is to blame, and what is the solution? Learn from renowned psychotherapist, Dr. Julie Hanks, and best-selling author and psychologist, Dr. Thomas Phelan. andyoverthinks.com/householdlabor

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Whether Men or Women Have it Better Part 2

The debate continues. Who has been dealt the better hand- men or women? This episode argues women have it better while Part One argues in favor of men. Hear from academic and author, Dr. Martin van CreVeld. andyoverthinks.com/womenhaveiteasier

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Whether Men or Women Have It Better Part 1

In this two-part series we are debating who has been dealt the better hand– men or women. This episode argues men have it better while part two argues in favor of women. andyoverthinks.com/menhaveiteasier

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Subcultures

Every subculture we subscribe to comes with its own quirks, rules, and dress code. Listen as we dissect and poke fun at hunting, nerd, yoga, and surf subcultures with Ryan Jensen, Mike Thayer, Rebbie Brassfield, and Ned Sweet. andyoverthinks.com/subcultures

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How Much We Don’t Know

We are all full of it. And it’s time to admit we’re mostly BS-ing our way through life. Listen to research exposing, and several guests confessing, painful ignorance and shameful incompetencies. andyoverthinks.com/wedontknow

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Dreamers and Realists

Who lives better, the dreamer or the realist? Hear from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles creator: Kevin Eastman, celebrity dancer: Chelsie Hightower, singer songwriter: Chris Commisso, artist: Caroline Augusta, entrepreneur: Alex Grow, and former business litigator:  Kevin Seibert. andyoverthinks.com/dreamersandrealist Continue reading

Becoming a Parent

Arguably life’s greatest change and challenge is almost upon me. Our first child is on her way. In this season one finale I’m researching, surveying, and overthinking parenthood with 9 good friends and experienced parents.

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Facebook Fights

Facebook can be a breeding zone for conflict. But can’t we all just get along? Hear ideas from Dr. Alloway, renowned professor of psychology and social media researcher, and listen to highlights from Brené Brown and other research.

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What Everyone Else Is Thinking

The majority of people don’t have it all figured out. So why do we base decisions off what everyone else thinks and does? Laugh with Jessica Jensen, learn from elderly consultants, and review research on some of humanity’s most irrational behaviors.

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Instasham 2

Part two of two thinking about the picture-perfect lives of lifestyle Instagrammers. Hear from influencers Sara Jane Warner and Ashton Barrett. And learn about the effects of following strangers from psychologist and researcher Dr. Leora Trub.

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Instasham

Lifestyle instagrammers- they look great; we feel awful. In part one of two, get a behind-the-scenes exposé with anonymous blog photographer, review research, and real talk with author of viral “Lifestyle Porn” article, Mike Thayer.

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Redheads

Redheads have it hard. From the constant sunburns to the verbal ones. Hear what it’s like from American redheads: Alex Grow and Eric Innes, Irish ginger, Paddy O’Shea, and Canadian comedian, Shawn Hitchins.

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Perfect Parties

Today’s parties and weddings- fun or frightening? Hear from 7-time bridesmaid- Kristal Milnik, founder of PinterestFail.com- Jenna Anderson, and finally, Emily Hardman, author of NY Times article “I planned my wedding in 5 days. You could too.” Continue reading

Life Advice

Where one bit of life advice exists, another is there to contradict it. When everyone recommends contradicting ways of life, how do you choose? Ned Sweet and our elderly consultants cast their votes on life’s diverging paths.

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Busyness

Americans have never been busier, nor more proud of it.  Learn why we use busyness as a badge of honor with Georgetown researcher and professor, Dr. Neeru Paharia, and hear from Annie Grow and elderly consultants.

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Romance 2

We’re picking back up with Jeff Arch, writer and creator of Sleepless in Seattle, discussing real life romance vs. movie romance. Then several other guests discuss the reality of their love lives.

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Romance

Why can’t love be like the movies? Adoring suitors, perfect love confessions, and kisses in the pouring rain. Is real-life romance a bust, or are we not watching close enough? Hear from Sleepless in Seattle creator and writer, Jeff Arch.

In part one of two, Andy gives her husband a chance to defend himself, laments with her sister, and discovers whether or not the writers of romance movies lead the lives we dream of. Tune in next week as the conversation with Jeff continues in Part Two, followed by more conversations with friends, family and the elderly about lifelong, off-screen love.

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Dating Apps

Dating is tricky. But now you can do it from your phone. Does that make meeting the one easier or harder? Listen as friends discuss their opinions and experiences, and research gives insight into the digital complexities of finding love.

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People Who Deserve More Credit

There are people all around us doing great things and not getting the deserved recognition. Today they will. Featuring Jessica Jensen, a yelp reviewer, wikipedia contributor, and Ben Stiller’s stuntman, Greg Fitzpatrick. Continue reading

Saying No

Sometimes the most positive thing we can do is just say no. Learn the things Andy and friends have liberated themselves from, and hear wisdom from William Ury’s The Power of a Positive No. 

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Expectations

Want a great dinner conversation? Ask someone if it is better to live with high expectations or low expectations. People get passionate about this one.

Explore the inside the mind of optimist and friend Alex Grow, my husband Levi, gain perspective from my Elderly Consultants, and finally get a powerfully insightful interview with the author of my favorite book on happiness, Dr. Rakesh Sarin. AndyOverthinks.com/Expectations Continue reading

Surprisingly Inspiring

Seriously bizarre things can become seriously successful, and what could be more inspiring? Ned Sweet and I list some of these unexpected successes. Then I chat with Kevin Eastman,creator of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. AndyOverthinks.com/SurprisinglyInspiring

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FOMO

I, Andy, suffer from acute FOMO, aka the Fear Of Missing Out. 

It’s a real thing. In the premiere episode of the Andy Overthinks podcast, this millennial phobia is researched and discussed with friends- Jessica Jensen and Levi Ballstaedt, elderly consultants- Toos Ward (87), Aileen Alfano (95), Miss Ruby (91), and therapist Joey Ulrich. andyoverthinks.com/FOMO

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