(H)our Session

We're back!! This week we talk about one of our favorite subjects.....FOOD!! It's only right to talk about Thanksgiving since it literally just appeared out of nowhere for us. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This episode, we're talking about Pride Month!! Also, we delve a little bit into polyamorous relationships, open relationships, and the hanky code. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week we've got Sir Jeff in the house! (in the garage, actually) Sir Jeff is one of the three hosts of "The PodCostner" and has spent a lifetime in the service industry and agreed to spend the evening chatting with us. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

Who was your first celebrity crush? What would you uninvent? This and more random topics are explored in this week's episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week we're talking about exes. If you see an ex, do you greet them and give them a hug or do you hide in the next aisle of the grocery store and pray they didn't see you? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

When we say we could talk about food ALL DAY, we really mean it. What's your late night after-bar fast food of choice? What's your most adventurous food? Do you put peas in your mac and cheese? (Nope, still don't understand that one. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week, we're test driving a new idea, we've turned ourselves into movie critics! Full disclosure - If you haven't seen "The Power Of The Dog", this entire podcast episode is CHOCK FULL of spoilers. If you HAVE seen it, then we're curious to know if you agree with our opinions and conspiracy theories. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week we're back with what could be considered a bit of a "darker episode". The main discussions relate to the Playboy Mansion documentary Alex has started watching, and the death of Taylor Hawkins sparks a discussion on the deaths of celebrities and how they affect us. TW: Mentions of suicide, drug use, sexual assault --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week, we're talking about the big A.....ALCOHOL. What did you grow up with? When was your first drink? Did you have a fake ID? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week our favorite Brit is back! A little while back, we sent a care package to Jamie across the pond, and he and his son Alfie opened it up and tried the American treats we sent on the podcast with us. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week we explore the subject of....RELIGION. Instead of approaching it from a mocking angle, we discuss how religion shaped us while growing up, and how it affects us now. We're also reading a couple of stories from our listeners who commented on our Facebook post. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week we explore the world of sex education (or puberty education depending on where you grew up). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

We took a week off, but we're back now! Alex gives us a little synopsis of her Nashville trip, and other random topics include the Winter Olympics, a "Hard Left" from Vanessa. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week, we're taking it all the way back to grade school. Remember school lunches, riding on the bus, RECESS?? Reminisce with us and some stories from our Facebook page. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week we're trying out a new segment! The crock pot is asking questions without giving any hints to the other host beforehand. What's your walk-up song? What party are you hosting? What makes you nostalgic? Do you believe in aliens or ghosts? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week, the group talks about their holidays, and introduces a new segment "The hard left turn". Take a listen and you'll find out how hard of a left turn we took. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

We know you're expecting this time of year to have an episode all about Christmas....and we deliver! Luckily it's not ALL about Christmas, as is the norm with us, we break off into other subjects and then make our way back to the original topic. Are you a Christmas music person? Dave's lack of luck with cruises Christmas presents VS Christmas experiences A SCR with Alex going from trauma reactions to triggers and landing on a mantra to get you through. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

Trigger Warning and Content warning: This episode mentions negative body image, abuse, bullying, disordered eating and fat shaming. Note: This week's episode was recorded over Zoom, and four people in a room can overwhelm a microphone. Apologies in advance for some loud moments. On this week's episode, we continue our series that takes a personal look into the effects of negative body image relating to weight, fat shaming, and diet culture in our society. On this episode, our own hosts Vanessa and Dave both share their own vulnerable journeys with this sensitive topic. Our goal is to continue talking about a subject that many experience but few feel comfortable discussing openly. So enjoy and listen with care. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week we recorded our Facebook Live session where we opened the care package from Jamie. Things we tried included Marmite, Coleman's mustard paste, digestive biscuits, and REAL Cadbury chocolate. Things we didn't try were black pudding and Heinz Beanz. This video is available on our facebook change if you need to see the look on Erin's face after tasting the dreaded Marmite. After the Facebook Live, we talked about a large assortment of subjects, almost too many to really list out here. Take a listen and find out for yourself! This weeks SCR is all about awkwardness, and what to do when it's present. Don't forget, you can find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Patreon! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

Today we have a special guest who was ready to jump in at a moment's notice. Since Dave was unable to record (COVID exposure, not positive but being safe), our friend Pez Davila stepped right in and had some hangout time! Take a listen as we talk about who Pez is and what he does, and how his Friendsgiving journey took an unexpected but successful turn (thanks to whoever the gate agent at Jet Blue was on Thanksgiving morning). We also talk about the necessities of thanksgiving dishes and a real "Minnesota Goodbye" recalling the events at one of Erin's more notable birthdays. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

Trigger Warning and Content warning: This episode mentions negative body image, abuse, bullying, disordered eating and fat shaming. On this week's episode, we start a series that takes a personal look into the effects of negative body image relating to weight, fat shaming, and diet culture in our society. On this episode, Jennifer Elmberg, Psychotherapist with Insight Counseling of Virginia and one of our hosts Alex, shares their own vulnerable journeys with this sensitive topic. Our goal is to start talking about a subject that many experience but few feel comfortable discussing openly. So enjoy and listen with care. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week, we're back with some games and interesting conversations! A random game of "would you rather" A variation of "fuck, marry, kill" SCR with a bit of drool --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

What are we talking about after a 2 week hiatus because of Dave's selfish decision to go to Florida? Plastic Surgery Body Modification Oxycontin addiction Inspirational quotes The "Minnesota Goodbye" --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

Some people surprise others with a party....we surprise people by sneaking into Dave's garage and putting his parents on a podcast they didn't even know about! This week the special guests are Dave's parents! We talk about their experiences going on safari, raising Dave, and all sorts of shenanigans! Alex's SCR this week focuses on the sense of smell and the role it plays in memories. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

Why isn't there a 13th floor on most buildings? Why do we knock on wood for luck? Why do we BURY PEOPLE? Why is Vanessa's voice so quiet we can barely hear her? (sorry about that part) This week it's about superstitions and a SCR about music. Listen up, we're in the SPOOKTACULAR season! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week, we finally have our first guest, and we decided to make it a really long distance one! From across the pond in England, say hello to Jamie Seward (pronounced Cee-word). This super sized episode has so many subjects, it's actually hard to make a list. There's even a small cameo by Jamie's son Alphie at the end. Side note: This episode was recorded using Google Meets, and with that comes the understanding that the audio is not as crisp as it is when we're usually recording. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

We're back and this week we're talking about the annoying and scary things as we move into October (AKA the spooky season). What are your pet peeves? What's an irrational fear you have? This week's SCR is about facing discomfort --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

We're back in Dave's garage with a plethora of random subjects! What are Dave's rules for parenting young kids vs the electronic age? When you were a kid, what did you want to grow up to be? If you won the lottery, what crazy things are you buying? SCR of befriending your feelings --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week, we're back with REAL microphones and topics that don't even remotely have anything in common. What's that popular movie that everyone else has watched that you haven't? Where were you when 9/11 happened? SCR - The body always remembers! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

On this super-sized episode (now with actual microphones like PROFESSIONALS), we cover a broad range of topics, including: Duluth Superior Pride's Bayfront Festival Drag show mishaps Karaoke stories Favorite phone apps Hangxiety --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week Dave joins us again and we're on location in Alex's garage! (yes, we're so adventurous) The topics go from waxing to self-diagnosing disorders, and a SCR that will make you question things about yourself (in a good way). You'll also get a first-hand experience of a true "Minnesota Goodbye". Those of you who are midwesterners have dealt with this daily for the entirety of your residence in the midwest. Those of you who aren't from the midwest will wonder why all of us have said goodbye and then manage to bring up three more topics before actually ending the podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week we're "on location" with our friend Dave. That's right, it's our first guest! Topics this week include adults making friends, coming out stories, and Alex's SCR this week is about regulated nostril breathing. For those of you that are already used to it, of course we go off once or more tangents. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week we talk about some embarrassing stories (Thanks to Savannah for the suggestion!). We also delve a little bit into Internal Family Systems (IFS) and talk about our experiences with "insiders". --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message

This week it's all about the Alex and Erin origin story! You'll find out how we met, a little bit of our journey over the years, and some good "banter"! This week's SCR (Self Care Reminder) is about acknowledging your body, and how it can help! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hoursession/message