I AM HUMAN The Movement

After taking a long hiatus to GET MARRIED, Bryn and Laura are back in action for the latest episode of the I AM HUMAN The Movement the podcast! These two love birds took a trip out west to the Oregon Coast trekking down to the California Redwoods with their closest friends and family experiencing one of the most magical weeks of their lives. Now they are back to check in after some much needed recharge time off the microphone to share some of their more eventful tales from the past few months. Both Bryn and Laura scored a new job just prior to the wedding while I AM HUMAN started shifting gears in a slightly different  direction than planned. Did the wedding ceremony really get postponed on the morning of and how different can married life truly be after getting back home when you already live together?  You won't want to miss the come back of the season for these wedded wives as they discuss  how "Life Happens".Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson (Into / Outro)

Pop your popcorn because it's movie night on this week's episode of the podcast as we talk about the smash hit Encanto! What's all the hype about and why is no one talking about this  Bruno guy? Bryn and Laura review one of Disney's latest while breaking down the progression of messaging that is now being geared towards the children of today's day and age. What is transgenerational trauma and why does it have such a lasting effect on the future of our families? Bryn talks about some of the pressures that can come from feeling like you have to constantly make your family feel proud while Laura highlights some of the ways even us non magic folk can find our inner gifts out here in the real world. So join us as we talk about Bruno and embrace the magic that is Encanto, the movie.  Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson (Into / Outro)

It takes a lot of time and effort to give a personalized gift to a friend but it takes an unbe-lathe-a-bowl friend to gift a shared experience that creates memories to last a lifetime. On this week's episode, special guest Leanna Shaw joins the podcast as these ladies share their group experience of turning bowls on the lathe in their very first woodworking class! For Christmas this past year, Leanna gifted Bryn and Laura a secret "experience"  for the three of them that WOOD bring on an incredibly fun and memorable day in their friendship.  So what is a lathe and what are the kinds of things you can make on it? Is this more of a man's hobby or is this something a lot more woman are starting to actually getting into? You're KNOT going to believe how these bowls turned out so don't miss out on this unbe-lathe-a-bowl experience between friends. Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson (Into / Outro)

After taking a short break from drinking, Bryn and Laura embrace this year's St Patrick's Day with a taste of Ireland. On this week's episode we're popping bottles to 3 different Irish beers while spewing fun facts about the lucky holiday itself. So don't forget to wear green and join us as we Irish jig through this holiday episode.Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson (Into / Outro)

We all have triggers but animals sometimes have a hard time communicating theirs to us. After experiencing traumatic encounters with an older dominant dog in the home, young sensitive Mildred of Bryn and Laura's pack of dogs quickly learned how to stand her ground. But with that slowly came a sense of distrust towards other dogs outside of her own pack while also developing what we found to be a hair fine trauma trigger behavior. On this week's episode, we are talking about Trauma triggers and more specifically in a pack setting in the home. One evening sweet Mildred found herself standing in a crate with her 95 lb brother Kodak who gave a slight warning over food as any animal would display in instinctual behavior. But one warning sign turned into a full on brawl as both Bryn and Laura attempted to separate the pair in horror. So when a dog fight happens, what goes on next between those dogs? Do they hold grudges? How does their first interaction back together work? Bryn speaks on some of the therapeutic effects that letting go can have on the mind body and soul for all creatures while Laura talks about some of the ways her own fears have interfered in the healing process between dogs. It's up to us to try and listen as best we can while helping our dogs stay in a growth mindset of working through traumas from their past. So join us as we discuss being trauma triggered in a pack.Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson (Into / Outro)

Football is a sport that teaches players perseverance, teamwork and grit all while showing the benefits of hard work. With the Cincinnati Bengals having landed themselves in the Superbowl this past season Bryn asked her dad Kevin Fitzpatrick aka "Fitz" to join the podcast to talk about his life long relationship with the sport. Starting with peewee football playing all his way through college on a scholarship, this man has a passion for being on the field. What makes a true sports fan and why are people chugging cans of chili? Coming from a family of football fanatics, Bryn looks at the history behind their passion while Laura touches on some of the positives you can take away after dedicating your time and energy to a team. You won't want to miss this touchdown, so snap the ball and join us as we discuss Football with Fitz!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson (Into / Outro)

There are many artists in the music industry who perform with their heart and soul, but none can compare to the passion of Remi Wolf. She's an artist who lives her life unapologetically  bringing an energizing presence to the stage that delivers a sound so colorful the only word to describe it is kaleidoscopic. On this week's episode Bryn and Laura share their experience of going to their first indoor live show since the start of Covid to see none other than the vivacious Remi Wolf as she tours her first debut album "Juno".  After dropping her first EP back in 2020, this olympic skier turned full time musician put her focus on winning the gold of advancing in a career that she was without a doubt born to be in. Bryn digs deep into some of the self destructive habits that rockstars like Remi can find themselves in while Laura talks about the intimate connection that a live show can bring between an artist and their audience. You won't want to miss this episode, so join us as we fan girl over the legendary and ever so unique Remi Wolf.  Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson (Into / Outro)Music Credit: "Sexy Villain Cover" Laura Bolling

With Valentines day just a week away, love is in the air while many struggle to plan the perfect date night. Some people prefer catching dinner and a show while others look for more alternative options that are outside of the box. On this week's episode, we're talking about some of the ways you can engage in a deep and meaningful date night that doesn't always have to break the bank. Bryn explains the importance of understanding your 5 love languages while Laura talks about spending more intentional time with your partner or even yourself if you find yourself single this holiday.  So go get freshened up and join us as we discuss just what it means to date your mate for date night!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

On this week's episode, we're wrapping up season one with a little reflection and a finale full of fun and games! Bryn and Laura go head to head  in a Hot Ones original game choosing to either share a raw brutal truth or prepare to eat a spoonful of a hot sauce made straight from hell. Facing questions like "Have you ever gotten in trouble with the law?" or "What is something that you still hide from your parents to this day?" Then they heat turns up with an awkward game of Speak Out as they crank back their lips, expose their teeth and try to understand what the other is saying through their ridiculous mouthpiece. This game gets you laughing so hard you'll drooling on yourself...quite literally. So get ready for some fire and fun as we celebrate 52 weeks and the season one finale of the "I AM HUMAN The Movement" Podcast.Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

Whether you love it or hate it, live around the corner or far away, grocery shopping is a common part of our lives. Our relationship with it has changed as we've gotten older but at the end of the week, we all need the essentials to get us by. On this week's episode Bryn and Laura discuss some of the hot topics around grocery shopping. Is cart etiquette really a thing and how can YOU stretch your dollar to go even further on weekly meals? Is Instacart really worth the cost and why even use it? Bryn spills the beans on one of Laura's life lessons while they discussing the power a list can have over the anxiety of being in a supermarket. From vacuum sealing and coupon clipping to buying the "right" kind of generic brands, we are covering everything on sale and at regular price. So make sure to put your cart in the corral and join us as we discuss the ins and outs of grocery shopping.  **This post contains affiliate information. We will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on associated links via our website**Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

After sitting through a 90 minute timeshare presentation, Bryn and Laura gained far more than just their discounted tickets to Universal and bowl of generic brand fruit loops. On this week's episode these ladies are talking about their recent experience of touring a resort in Orlando Florida while weighing the pros and cons of actually buying into one of these sales pitches. Is it really worth the investment and would you even consider it that after learning some of their answers to the questions asked? Timeshares aren't for everybody but they are in fact for some. Laura shares some of the perks to this lucrative deal while Bryn leans more towards finding alternative rental options when it comes to investments. If you've got the time to spare, let us share a tale to beware of a timeshare!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

In celebration of Bryn turning the big 3-0, this group of muggles took a quick road trip down to Orlando Florida to be fully immersed in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal. While taking the Hogwarts Express train between Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley, mischief was always managed as they spent 2 whole days swishing and flicking their wands across the magical parks.  On this week's episode we are talking all about Universal and the not so cheap thrills that comes along with it. We've got fun facts about all your favorite must ride attractions while sharing a fresh perspective of visiting this massive magical park amidst a time of a pandemic. People all across the globe travel here with hopes to be fully immersed into not just the magical world of Harry Potter but also the other worlds created by movie Magic as some rides promise thrills packed with speeds up to 70 MPH. Have you ever wondered what  it would be like to pick out your very own wand in Olivander's shop? How about what happens when a ride breaks down and you're stuck for hours in an uncomfortable position? Have you ever wondered what a freshly poured butterbeer taste like while feeling the heat of a Dragon's fire on your face? Fresh off the train, these muggles are ready for their first day at Hogwarts as they school you in some of their mischief managed at Universal. Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

With  the Omicron Variant running rampant and the new year welcoming a fresh surge of Covid cases, Bryn and Laura welcome their first booster vaccinations. On this week's episode we're talking about getting Boosted! After watching the world shut down and slowly come to yet another abnormal level of life again it's been incredibly difficult to watch the same communities around us slowly slide back downhill. With 2022 just off to a start, large events across the city are slowly beginning to be postponed. With so many impacted by the virus  businesses all across society find themselves short staffed while running the staff they do have down to the very bare bone even asking those in professions like nursing to work even with a positive covid test aside from having the symptom of a fever. We all want our lives to go back to "normal" again or whatever that looks like now but it all starts with conversation about what is right for the greater good of human kind. So please join us as we discuss getting boosted this week!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

With a year ending and a promise for growth at our horizons we raise a glass in a toast to a happy new year! On this week's episode Bryn and Laura reflect on the year past while talking new years resolutions for 2022. Why is it so hard to create a new habit and what's the secret to keeping it up throughout past the first few months? With the wedding in 4 months Laura focuses on fitness while Bryn shifts her gears to being more mindful in her day to day. From making an effort to call grandma more to learning a new language we all have goals for ourselves and what better time to reflect on those than new years?! So raise a glass with us and watch thew ball drop as we make a toast to a happy new year on this week's episode!

With Christmas around the corner, many excitedly wait for that magical time on Christmas morning when they realize that Santa made a special visit into their home. They set out cookies, milk and some even make homemade reindeer food as children all across the world make their preparations for the big guy's arrival. But you don't have to be a small child to believe in the magic of Santa Claus.  On this week's episode Bryn and Laura reminisce on some of the holidays from their past as Santa brought the magic of Christmas along with their belief in him. So how do most kids find out about the truth behind the jolly man  and what are some of the ways parents are able to keep the secret for as long as they do? Bryn shares the embarrassing story of getting bras from Santa while Laura talks about seeing his reindeer in her very own backyard. Get ready because Santa Claus is coming to town and he's bringing a whole lot of holiday spirit with him on this week's episode.Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson 

Family dinners are always kinda awkward. Whether it be the sweat inducing conversations or the tight quarters of a large family packed into a small home, we've all experienced these dinners in some form or another. But how do you navigate a dinner you already anticipate being awkward and what are some of ways to fight that anxiety of anticipation? On this week's episode, Bryn and Laura talk about some of the family dinners they've been to growing up as they reflect on their most recent dinner of having their families meet for the first time before their wedding. Is every house equipped for these sort of situations and how are you supposed to know just what to wear? What happens when family members aren't welcome to come around and what do you do when topics like racism pops up in conversation? We're talking about how to navigate the awkward waters of things like this so please sit down and join us for a feast as we discuss family dinners!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson 

Back in 2018 Bryn and Laura hosted their very first "Hot Ones" styled competition titled Boss of the Sauce. One by one, contestants would eat 10 chicken wings smothered in a carefully selected and hand picked hot sauce that would challenge even the greatest of spice lords while attempting to answer questions against  the fire. On this week's episode these ladies are hosting Boss of the Sauce Round 2 with a Scoville level ranging from 14,000 all the way to a number larger than 2.5 million!  How do you even prepare yourself for attending a hot sauce party like this and what are some of the ways this year's contestants were able to beat the heat? Friends and family brave enough to turn up the heat also jumped on the podcast mic for a quick snippet interview of some of the action going on behind the scenes before and after the competition. At one point, Laura starts crying while Bryn draws the lucky question of having to answer while being recorded live and it is an experience you do not want to miss. We're getting spicy and some stomachs may be getting a little dicey so be sure to join in on the heated conversation. Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson 

After a week of gratitude comes a week of embracing the practice of rolling with the punches. Sometimes in life a storm appears in the midst of your sunny days but it's all learning how you adjust your sails to face the inevitable winds against you. Bryn and Laura share just what the universe has had in store for them this week as they record in a house with no heat for the 3rd chilling night while Bryn recovers from some stomach troubles. It's all about perspective and this week, these ladies are embracing what they can and cannot control as they navigate the bumpy roads that find their way in front of them. Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson 

With Thanksgiving nearly upon us, there is a festive joy in the air as we gather with loved ones and reflect on some of the things that make us most grateful in life. But is gratitude something we should be practicing more than just one day out of the year? On this week's episode, Bryn and Laura share some of the things that they are most grateful for shining a light on the idea that the root of joy truly starts with practicing gratitude. Bryn shares some of her experiences around learning how to find her voice in such a loud and boisterous world while Laura shares some of the little moments she's embraced and felt grateful. So whether you're a turkey fiend or maybe you're more of a pizza on thanksgiving kinda human, you won't want to miss this feast of an episode as we talk about the root of joy being gratitude. Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

Radiating confidence as humans can truly be a struggle in this world. Even finding it within ourselves presents a battle we all face in our day to day lives. On this week's episode, Bryn and Laura share some of their most personal experiences around going in and out of feeling confident. Once she stepped out of the closet, Laura discovered a new found pride, energy and confidence in herself while living her truth but little did she know that once without it, depression can easily rear its ugly head. Bryn shares some of her own struggles of finding confidence in her work as an artist while challenging the difference between feeling confident and having an ego.  So what builds confidence in a human? Is it in the way you dress, act, or even in the job you have? Join us as we discuss how some of the ways even YOU can radiate confidence!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

Halloween is a magical time of the year for both children and adults alike. Whether you prefer to play tricks or seek treats, it's a holiday that truly embraces the spirit of imagination requiring only one thing to participate; a costume. It can be store bought or a fully committed DIY job, but either way it doesn't have to break the bank. Bryn fabricates a fortune tellers costume while Laura tries her hat as a magician by only using things already in their home. Bryn reminisces on old costumes while sharing her experience of trick or treating as an aunt for the first time this year. Laura shares the struggles she felt as a kid by wanting to play more of the masculine roles at Halloween time only to realize the role that drag has had around this holiday for her.  In night full of screaming children jacked up of sugar, we all know what's really in the parent's yeti cup as they stroll the streets for trick or treat. But what's in some of these kid's candy bags?  From Dental Floss to light up swords we're talking about some of the bizarre things we've seen handed out from the "candy bowl". This episode is no tricks and all treats so put on your best costume and join us as we discuss the Magic of Halloween.Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

Camping isn't for everybody, but for these ladies it's everything! Outdoor lovers Bryn and Laura take their nephew Kameron camping for his very first time in celebration of his sweet 16 at "Fitz Farm". Having grown up camping, Bryn shares some of the interesting experiences she and her family have had while enjoying the great outdoors like the time their family dog got spooked and ran away. Kam brings along his newly adopted pup as they talk about pet safety when camping and just what he embraces about being in the crisp fall air for his first time under the stars. Laura gets a little overzealous packing a utility wagon full of  "necessities" only to stay one short night. But with camping comes unpredictable weather and that's just what these happy campers experienced the morning after. You won't want to miss out on these fireside tales as we roast a couple of marshmallows and share on the times we've gone camping. Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

When it comes to dating, everyone has baggage in one way or another. Some of those bags tend to feel a bit heavier when carried into your next relationship and can really effect the way you handle yourself in positive and negative ways. On this week's episode, Bryn and Laura unpack some of their own baggage from previous relationships talking about some of the ways they've embraced the saying "it's either a lesson or a blessing". Laura talks about her experience of playing the field fresh out of a divorce of 7+ years before diving deep into her attempt of trying a polyamorous relationship. Bryn unpacks some of her baggage by sharing her personal story of cheating on a girlfriend before answering the question everyone is asking; "Can you really be friends with an ex?" We all have a past but it's how you react to it that can truly give you the growth needed to be able to have a healthy and open relationship with a potential life partner.  So be sure to swipe right and join us in conversation as we talk about unpacking the baggage of dating!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

Buying and selling a car can easily become an overwhelming and expensive experience for the unprepared. But even if you have absolutely no knowledge behind cars, there are ways of properly educating yourself enough in order to land a great car and an even better deal with confidence! Bryn and Laura are revving up their engines this week to talk about some of their experiences of buying and selling used cars while sharing their recent story of having to practice extreme patience during a test drive . With adventures on the horizon and a reassessment of a family car in order, Bryn is in the market for a newer SUV while Laura does her research of trying to find just the right fit. What's the best way to find that perfect vehicle? How do you know if the price is just right or that you're being taken advantage of? Which is better, a private sale or working with a car dealer? Is there a way to guarantee that what you're buying will last long term? These are the questions you don't want to miss the exit for, so put it in cruise control and join us as we talk about test driving our patience!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

Following up on last week's episode, Bryn, Laura, alongside special guest Kelly Z dive deeper into their conversation about navigating their bodacious womanly bodies. Focusing on topics like, boobs, masturbation, body odor, and underwear, there is no topic too taboo for these ladies.  Having open conversations about our bodies is incredibly important as women especially when so many feel isolated in their human experiences. It also puts our society on the path of normalizing HEALTHY communication around the different types of bodies and the things that they go through. Why is it that so many women feel a sense of shame growing up when talking about masturbation? Is it the same way for Men? Does men's deodorant genuinely work better than woman's? These are the questions they're asking and you won't want to miss out on the conversation around  Our Bodacious Womanly Bodies : Part 2.Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

Every human on Earth goes through the process of discovering the body they were born into. In time, puberty comes along bringing a wave of weird while the body changes physically as well as functionally from that point on. (TMI ALERT!) On this episode, Bryn and Laura focus on the taboo topics around the Woman's Body while talking about some of the ways they've navigated their womanhood growing up. Special guest and dear friend Kelly Zeller joins the podcast to give her perspective while sharing stories that any woman can relate to. The conversation this week orbits around learning how to love and be comfortable with yourself as a woman especially when struggling with life hurdles like periods, PMS, Body Image, and birth control. Bryn shares the story of starting her period in 4th grade while Laura shares the bizarre experience of having her breast grow 3x their size once a month. What is the craze around menstrual cups and do they really work as well as everyone says they do? Are period poops a real thing that every woman deals with? This week, these ladies are getting up close and personal and they have even more coming for you next week in part 2. So don't miss out on the juicy details and join the conversation as we embrace the weird and talk about the many ways of navigating our Bodacious Womanly Bodies : Part 1.Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

Natural Disasters have this overwhelming ability to cause absolute destruction with little to no warning for those most susceptible. Hurricane Ida was no exception to this hitting land at a category 4 initially throat punching the great state of Louisiana on August 26th 2021. With extensive flooding and mass power outages, many families found their homes, belongings and overall lives in shambles after bracing the storm. Born a Cajun, a large portion of Laura's family resides down south who have all braved many hurricane seasons over the years including her older sister. After living through the most recent Hurricane, Christina Bolling joins the podcast this week to talk about her experience as well as the tragic reality so many others are having to face throughout her state even 4 weeks after the initial impact. Once a disaster initially hits, the news channels are quick to cover it. But with time, that attention fades and life is expected to go on even for families finding themselves in homes that are entirely unlivable anymore. The storm damage becomes old news and the rest of the country forgets just how hard some people are impacted by the water and winds. Join us as we shine a light on Hurricane Ida as well as the ripple effect it has continued to make on the south. Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

As a dedicated pet parent, it's never easy to process the passing of a beloved pup. On this week's episode Bryn and Laura share the story of their oldest dog August as they make the incredibly hard decision to have her cross the rainbow bridge. From a young pup, this sassy husky of a girl suffered from intense hip dysplasia and mild incontinence. But after finding useful medications like CBD and Carprofen, August's discomfort was eased significantly giving her the start of a healthy and balanced life. Bryn and Laura blended their packs shortly after dating but once August experienced the trauma of loosing her older brother Nanook to a neighbor dog, she started relating having the new dogs in the house to the sudden loss. In turn, she became aggressive towards the youngest of the bunch and so Bryn and Laura started separating their packs into 2 separate groups. Though it was incredibly difficult, this created a balance in the house giving August the final 3 peaceful years she deserved. It wasn't until August's health suddenly declined that the vet was able to diagnose her with intense kidney failure as well as cancer in her stomach and chest. That was the painful push that caused Bryn and Laura to make the incredibly hard decision to see August crossing the rainbow bridge. Please join us as we grieve the loss of such a sweet baby while reminiscing on such a beautiful life.  Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson 

For this week's episode, these ladies are taking a breather from hosting in order to recharge their batteries. After a whirlwind of a week, Bryn and Laura attempt to sit down and process some of the things they've been facing but find themselves short of success in recording. We instead bring you this short clip to encourage you to spend the time you would normally take to listen to one of our podcast episodes to instead focus on recharging your own batteries this week. Practice a little self care and self love by finding something that balances your own mind, body and soul. Because at the end of the day, we're all just human!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

After their recent trip to Oregon to plan a wedding and visit friends, Bryn and Laura can't help but wonder what it's like to live life as an Oregonian. Having made the move just a few years back, Sarah Donato and her husband along with their two children knew it was the right move for their Nature-Loving family. Sarah and daughter Willow join the podcast to share their experience of moving across country from Ohio to Oregon along with some of their own scary moments of fighting the wildfires out on the coast. Imagine waking up at one part of the year in a valley full of smoke unable to breathe while on a day in another part of the year you wake to see mystical snow capped mountain gracing your horizon. This state has a lot to offer for travelers like Bryn and Laura but even more so for those who call it home. From the big views to Bigfoot himself, we are looking at a day in the life of a true Oregonian. Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

When planning for a wedding, there are a variety of obstacles and an exceptional amount of details to take on throughout the process. Especially when you start to plan an intimate wedding over halfway across the country. No one would know better than wedding designer, loving mother and special guest Kim Fitzpatrick as Bryn and Laura discuss with her, their plans of a dream wedding along the west coast. Sister Cidney joins along as these four adventurers fly out to Oregon and northern California where they hit the ground running to start planning a wedding that they thought would be quite a hurdle to tackle. Bryn and Laura discuss meeting their vendors for the first time in the most serendipitous of ways after realizing the coast has far more to offer when it comes to plugging into your energy. From the magnificent beaches with boulders as big as whales, to the overwhelming beauty of the redwood trees, the west coast provided the perfect stage to plan a wedding of pure serendipity for these ladies. Join us as we discuss our serendipitous time of planing our wedding for 2022!  Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

As adults, we tend to take on these insane and busy schedules. But does that feeling ever go away when you're constantly looking for an end in sight? We say things like; "Oh things will slow down after _____" or "If I can only get through _______, then things will get better". But how can you expect positive growth as a human if you're constantly aiming to loose that base level of momentum? Bryn and Laura share a quick life update on how they've been managing being busy bees over the past couple of weeks while planning their upcoming trip to Oregon. Laura reflects on taking an unexpected drive down to Louisiana with family while opening some unprocessed childhood trauma wounds before turning the big 3-0. Bryn has been hard at work building up her portfolio in hopes of landing a medical marijuana related design job all while playing lots of Animal Crossing in her downtime. Find some balance out of your busy schedule and join us for this week's episode about being Busy Bees!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

Learning to care for a plant can be such a rewarding experience, but how do you go about managing 120+ of them under one roof?!? Plant lover Sarah Penny joins the podcast giving us some insight as to how she cares for the literal jungle she has here in the city of Cincinnati.  When Sarah isn't caring for her plants or her squad of senior Chihuahuas, she is managing a popular social media page called "Jungle in the Nati" where she shares tips and tricks that any plant enthusiast can appreciate.  It's a magical place where you'll find an abundance of plant education, a beautiful botanical aesthetic and a bunch of ridiculously funny voice over videos. (Tic Tok / Instagram / Facebook) New to the plant game, Bryn and Laura ask the deep rooting questions that can help guide anyone and everyone to grow a green thumb on their own. Is it bad if your pots don't have drainage holes? What is propagation and what makes it the perfect gift? Why are people camping outside of store fronts overnight just to buy plants and is there a method to the madness? Join us as we grow a green thumb and  attempt to learn how to propagate success in plant parenthood. Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

Most of us have heard about empathy but what's the difference between feeling empathy towards another human versus having empathic abilities? On this week's episode we're getting in touch with our emotions to talk about the topic of spiritual gifts and reading energies. Going through what some would call "an awakening", Bryn shares her experience of learning just how her sensitivities play a role in her greater purpose in life. Growing up she was always called sensitive and she's always felt that it was a negative quality to have. But it wasn't until she met an energy so dark that it consumed her entire being where she learned that this intense level of feeling was in fact a blessing in disguise. Are psychics real and does this tie into religion in any way? With her past, Laura struggles to wrap her head around the idea of spiritual gifts while watching her partner process these experiences. Join us as we touch on topics such as: Gaining awareness, Understanding the use of Crystals,  Hallucinogenics, and so much more . This episode if full of emotion so you won't want to miss out on feelings these feels!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

With a wedding on the way and the couple celebrating their 4 year anniversary, Bryn and Laura put each other in the Q&A hot seat on this week's episode. Questions focus around love and marriage as these ladies share some of the most vulnerable moments from their relationships past and current. Laura shares some of the experiences she had throughout her previous marriage while Bryn talks about some of the difficult navigations of planning an untraditional wedding. These ladies are asking some deep and personal questions; Do you have fears for our future? What did you learn from you previous relationships? What do you value most in our relationship? How do you keep intimacy going outside of the bedroom? This Sun (Laura) and this Moon (Bryn) are counting down the days until they say I do under the redwoods on the coast. But until then, they're reflecting and pondering and dreaming as they share their perspective on love and marriage!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live life on the road? Heather Shaw joins the podcast as she makes a quick pit stop in Ohio to talk about Nomadic living! 4 years ago she sold her house, almost all of her possessions and bought a van in order to hit the road all across America. But what makes someone decide to live as a Nomad and is it a lifestyle choice for just anyone? With a dream of traveling themselves, Bryn and Laura are curious about living tiny asking Heather all of the questions any new comer would need to know before making this grand life decision. How do you choose the right vehicle? Is it truly safe to travel by yourself on the road? How do you decide where to go next? From the gold beaches of Oregon to the blue waters of Mexico, you won't want to miss your exit so buckle up and put it in cruise control as we talk about nomadic living!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

On this week's episode, Bryn and Laura are talking about Pit Bulls and the negative stigma that surrounds these lovable creatures. Why are people so quick to consider this breed to be aggressive and is there any truth behind this stereotype? Special Guest Tiffany Latham joins the podcast to talk about her experience of raising a pit bull along with some of the struggles that they had to face. Laura shares her view on the breed after witnessing the death of her oldest dog by a neighbor' s pack of pit bulls. While Bryn unleashes her insight on how humans can instill this aggressive behavior in any dog, not just the bully breeds. Can dogs truly be rehabilitated and how do Pit Bulls fight the aggressive switch so many believe they have deep inside? Join us as these dog loving ladies dive into the pitty nitty gritty of what makes a Pit Bull such a precious member of your life. Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

On this week's episode, Bryn and Laura aim their sights on the controversial topic of guns. With the intention of purchasing a gun, they turn to expert and brother-in-law Brian Floss to educate them on the matter while getting some hands on experience along the way. Once a soldier in the US Army, Brian spent his time in the infantry working hands on with a variety of weapons.  Now, this Firefighter/EMT and Papa Bear to 3 has an arsenal of knowledge behind everything and anything from choosing the gun that's right for you to practicing gun safety in the home. Bryn and Laura set up a homemade shooting range at a family farm where Brian and his dad brought in the big guns for a little family target practice. So how do you educate yourself on an intimidating topic like guns and how can you have a solid opinion on such a topic without prior experience? Join Bryn and Laura as they pull the trigger on this caliber of a conversation with guns a blazing!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

We're here, we're queer and it's Pride month! On this week's episode Bryn and Laura are getting colorful asking the question "What does Pride mean to you?" Special guests from across the community are joining the podcast in an effort to answer this question but why is it so difficult to answer for some? Is there a level of confidence behind the feeling of pride and what makes someone feel proud about being who they are?  Pride can mean so many different things to so many different humans but we find that there is absolutely no wrong answer to this question. Bryn gets emotional listening to some of the guest's responses while Laura reflects on the progress made throughout the LGBTQ+ community. Thes  topics aren't black and white, they're rainbow baby! So put on your best colors and join the conversation as we talk about pride!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

What does it mean to be Masculine in this day and age and how has that changed over the years? Special guest Nick Wilkerson joins the podcast as Bryn and Laura talk about the complex topic of masculinity! Growing up he watched action packed Arnold Schwarzenegger films and  horror movies, but deep down Nick felt his emotions on such an organic level. Everything around him stated that for a man, those feelings weren't to be expressed nor could they be seen as power.  So what truly makes a "man" and why is it frowned upon for a masculine male to express his feelings in a healthy way? This week episode includes topics such as: toxic masculinity, love languages, pink shirts, weight lifting, with a dash of femininity. So man up and join the conversation as we talk about just what it means to be masculine. Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

In honor of Pride month, this week's episode is all about drag! Bryn and Laura may be gagged over drag but you don't have to be an avid fan of Drag Race to enjoy this episode. What exactly is drag and how has it evolved throughout the queer culture over the years?  Can these performers really be positive role models for the queer youth of today? Queens Bryn and Laura dish about their nerve wrecking experiences dressing in drag for the first time as none other than "Big Boulder" "Patrick Peacock" for a special at home drag show. But is drag just a 2 way gender bend? Is there more to it than just drag queens and drag kings? These ladies break down the incredible education drag can provide to the world watching while emphasizing on some of the boundaries this art form can progressively push even within the queer community itself. So don't be a drag, just be a queen and listen with us!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

Leaving behind the thousands of mating Brood X cicadas in Ohio, Bryn and Laura make their way into Austin and boy did it get weird. In a town full of food and a state full of fleas, these foodies enjoyed their time in Texas sharing some of their stories along the way. On this episode Laura embraces the rum runner family tradition while Bryn attempts to eat crawfish straight from the boiling pot. These ladies hit the water in a tandem kayak just before sunset to catch the full moon rising just over the city skyline embracing a magical moment they will never forget. And you know what they say; Everything's bigger in Texas. From Golf Ball sized hail storms to the massive orange Super Moon, that statement couldn't prove to be more true after this trip. Aside from the good vibes and incredible art, Austin definitely delivered on the weird. So join in on the conversation and gain some perspective as I AM HUMAN gets weird in Austin Texas!*Recorded in Ohio in front of a live audience of thousands of Brood X Cicadas *Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

Buckle up because these ladies are headed on a road trip! On this week's episode Bryn and Laura share their favorite road trip stories as they head towards Austin Texas. Growing up in the 90's you'd find yourself having quite the challenge keeping yourself entertained on those long car rides across country. But now we have everything from podcasts to audio books all the way to personalized playlists and the technology only gets better! Bryn talks about the road trip that led her face to face with a sea turtle while Laura looks at the evolution of navigation throughout the years. How did we go from reading maps (terribly) to a box that tells us to turn left directly into a body of water? Grab your favorite car snack and join in the conversation as we set it to cruise control on this episode about Road trips!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

Black Lives Matter. On May 25th 2020 a Human Being by the name of George Floyd lost his life at the hands of a police officer. The world watched as this despicable act of racism unfolded and yet there are still so many surrounding us day to day who still feel that racism is not a deeply imbedded issue in this country. In what feels like a world full of hatred, how do we come together to find the empathy needed in gaining total equality?  Bryn and Laura sit down with a couple of friends to discuss their view of the Black Lives Matter Movement while sharing some of their own personal experiences around racism and bigotry. Adrian Clark and Shelby Walsh join the podcast as we talk about some anxiety inducing topics. At what age does a person of color start to feel judged and unwelcome? What is it like to grow up being the only "token Black friend"? Do you ever truly feel safe going out in public as a Black man? Conversation is a must on this subject and as allies, we would like to dedicate this episode to BLM and all of the Humans who have lost their lives at the hand of police brutality. Say their names.Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

One of the most magical parts about being human is the connection we find in others. We all want this sense of reliability and acceptance but not one human is made alike. We reflect the those beautiful differences in the way we act, feel or think and it is what makes us the individuals we are. But in today's day and age, so many of us tend to naturally ostracize ourselves from our neighbors due to these differences creating this great divide within our communities. It becomes a challenge to have hard conversations and push the boundaries of our comfort zone when we loose touch in having such raw human connection. This week Bryn and Laura talk about some of the connections that they've made along their way in life including the connection they call a "frequency". Some of the included topics on this episode are: the innocence of making childhood friends, learning how to cut out toxic people, feeling vulnerable, covid induced social anxiety, reconnecting with friends, staying curious and much more!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

On this week's episode, we are celebrating Mother's Day! What does it take to be a Mom and is anyone ever truly "ready" before it actually happens? Bryn's sister Cidney Floss joins the conversation giving us her maternal perspective of raising 3 children in today's world. Finding out that you're pregnant for the first time can be quite an overwhelming experience, but how is anyone supposed to react when finding out that you're having twins?!?  Cidney unfolds her family's journey while touching on some of the most important topics worth discussing with a parent in 2021. How would you feel if your boys wanted to play with barbie dolls or take dance classes? How would you go about explaining a queer couple to your kids? Can online groups and social media be helpful or hurtful for a mother seeking support? Join us as we talk about the wonderful world of #MomLife!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

On this episode, we are taking a cold hard look at bullying and just how it can effect a human. Why do people initially become bullies and how do they choose their victims? How can you overcome a Bully and can being bullied really have long term effects? Bringing in a young and fresh perspective on the issue, Laura's nephew Kameron joins the podcast. Being a teenager in 2021 is a lot different than it was back in the early 2000's when the world hadn't yet grasped the severity of cyber bullying. Kam talks about some of his personal struggles with bullies explaining why he's initially choosing to finish out the remainder of high school online. Laura talks about her experience of being harassed as an adult for appearing "too gay" while Bryn dives into her past of being the new kid in school. Kam wraps up the episode by sharing some of the ways he copes with bullying; Podcasting and Movies! We take a look at his podcast titled "Grater Films: A Teenager's Movie Podcast".Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

After receiving the Johnson & Johnson vaccination just 1 day before the country wide shut down,  these ladies share their experience along with the emotional struggles that came along with it all before diving into the wonders of being a home owner. Buying a house can be difficult and complicated task to take on but caring for it after purchase can prove to be even harder. In this episode, Bryn and Laura share some of their most difficult DYI projects along with a few tips and tricks around being a savvy home owner. How does anyone learn how to care for their home and who teaches this kind of stuff when you don't want to hire expensive professionals? We're talking about anything and everything from exploding moldy kitchens,  to dishing some sweet savory secrets around just how you can save big on some of the things you were already going to buy for your home. Join in on the conversation as we discuss the many ways these ladies have turned their house into a home. Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

For this HoliDAZE episode, Bryn and Laura light up a conversation with 2 of their best buds; Mary Jane and Chelsie Raterman! Working in the industry, Chelsie has a very unique perspective on the medicinal and recreational use of marijuana. As this valuable part of the US economy grows, so does the research and the knowledge around marijuana use. Advocates Bryn and Laura share their personal journeys of discovering the benefits of marijuana along with some of the monumental reasons as to why they consider it a natural medication. They'll give an update on the condition of their oldest Dog August and her most recent "episodes" that caused her to be rushed to the emergency vet. Topics range from giggle fits, to possible pant wettings, to tangible THC treatments for severe PTSD. This episode has it all! So don't puff puff pass it up and join in on the conversation around the Devil's Lettuce!Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

Mental Health not only matters, but it matters for every human being across our society. That includes those who find themselves behind bars with some facing some of the lowest points of their life. So who's job is it to help these inmates? And who helps the human who handles this kind of job to stay in a good mental place themselves? Special guest Leanna joins the podcast as we take a closer look at the role mental health can play throughout our prison systems. Being a licensed independent social worker, Leanna finds herself waking up everyday to lead the mental crisis team for a local county jail.  No two days are the same nor does this woman ever get bored with her incredible work.  Especially when you find yourself communicating with humans across all walks of life who are in all sorts of disturbing and off the wall situations causing them to step into the jail system. Her job is to ensure the mental wellbeing for each and everyone of the inmates on a daily basis. Sometimes that means focusing on the mental health of  a child molester or maybe a mass murder. It takes a special kind of human to do the kind of work our dear friend does and so we would like to share her unique perspective of what mental health looks like behind bars. Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson

Art shows itself in many forms. But for an artist who needs inspiration to allow their creative juices to flow, what kind of art do they look to? Bryn talks about her artistic journey of creating I AM HUMAN along with the experience of finding a sense of community when walking alongside other creative humans.  Did you know Laura used to be a band nerd? (insert band camp joke here) She gets down and brassy about the creative outlets  she's plugged into while dishing on the "unique" way she used to decorate her house before she started dating an artist. Join the conversation and let us paint a picture for you.  Music Credit: Ready for This by Dan Phillipson