The Struggle Bus: Self-Care, Mental Health, and Other Hilarious Stuff

On this, the last episode of The Struggle Bus, Kate and Sally kick things off with jibber jabber about the election. Then they talk about going back to therapy and not looking at election returns as self-care. Finally, they answer listener questions about the Struggle Bus, their careers and projects, and more. They also talk about how much they love each other and the Struggle Bus community. A LOT. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 00:32 It's The Last Episode! 5:51 Opening Jibber Jabber 24:05 A Thing We Did (For Self And/Or Community Care) 30:15 Listener questions about the Struggle Bus, careers and projects, and more Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller

On this episode Kate and Sally have an announcement about the future of the Struggle Bus. They also talk about the election, volunteering to get out and defend the vote, new computers, and getting into fights on Facebook. Finally, they answer listener questions about dealing with the impending pandemic winter, staying organized during online classes when you have ADHD, and Sally’s cat Miles. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 1:29 Big Announcement 6:29 Opening Jibber Jabber 20:11 A Thing We Did 24:30 Election feelings 31:30 Question #1: Dealing with the impending pandemic winter 38:57 Question #2: Staying organized during online classes when you have ADHD 44:17 Question #3: Question about Sally's cat, Miles Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller

On this episode Sally is joined by guest co-host Eric Silver (@el_silvero), co-host and dungeon master of the actual play podcast Join the Party, to answer any and all questions about roleplaying games, from dealing with awkwardness at the table to RPGs that aren’t D&D, to playing games online during the pandemic, and much more. They also talk about the glory of autumn, the TV show The Boys, the podcast My 90s Playlist, and why charcuterie is life. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 6:05 Opening Jibber Jabber 28:52 A Thing We Did For Self Care 38:30 Questions about roleplaying games! 1:22:03 Enjoy the Song of the Week (Eric's pick): "Devil Town" by Bright Eyes Follow Eric on Twitter (@el_silvero) and check out Join the Party, My 90s Playlist, and all the other shows from Multitude Productions.  Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller

On this episode Kate and Sally answer questions about supporting a partner who has cut off their conservative family members, how to deal with fear of the outside world during the pandemic, and a few important questions about seasonal Peeps, pizza toppings, and Glo Worms. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 2:36 Opening Jibber Jabber 14:35 A Thing We Did For Self Care 19:05 How to support a partner who has cut off their conservative family remembers 26:43 Dealing with fear of the outside world during the pandemic 35:15 Important questions about seasonal Peeps, pizza toppings, and Glo Worms 49:40 Enjoy the Song of the Week (Kate's pick): "Lightning Crashes" by Live Listen to Sally's podcast, Co-op Mood on iTunes Store, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about Cobra Kai and The OA and the live (Zoom) performances they’ve each attended during the pandemic. Then they answer listener emails about starting new relationships after codependency and dealing with a partner’s substance dependency. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 4:22 Update and expansion on the previous ep's email 7:35 Opening Jibber Jabber 21:02 A Thing We Did For Self Care 31:15 Questions from the FB Group: Starting new relationships after codependency, and dealing with a partner’s substance dependency. 49:40 Enjoy the Song of the Week (Sally's pick): "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun" cover by Chromatics Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about the misery of hacked email accounts, the ecstasy of new fridges, and Scientology. Then also discuss insomnia and starting your day with a few minutes of meditation or exercise. Finally they answer an email from a listener who’s feeling frustrated and hurt by a friend’s judgement about their activism. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 1:52 Opening Jibber Jabber 12:12 A Thing We Did For Self Care 17:20 Email: Feeling frustrated and hurt by a friend’s judgement about their activism 31:50 Enjoy the Song of the Week (Kate's pick): "Cool It Now" by New Edition Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about new refrigerators and hightops, as well as Scientology and organizing your office. Then they answer a question from a listener in a quarter life crisis. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 2:20 Opening Jibber Jabber 14:14 A Thing We Did For Self Care 16:55 Email: What to do when you're in a quarter life crisis 36:40 Enjoy the Song of the Week (Sally's pick): "Red Rock Riviera" by British Sea Power Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller

On this episode Kate and Sally are reunited to catch up and jibber jabber to their hearts’ content. They talk about what it’s like to get pap smears and COVID-19 tests, how more people should wear masks, participate in mutual aid, and protest the state; taking a trip safely during the pandemic, Leah Remini, dogs, Sally’s cat, and much, much more. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 4:22 Opening Jibber Jabber 39:23 A Thing We Did For Self Care 45:40 Song of the Week Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode, Katharine has the week off and Sally is joined by friend of the show Rachel Wilkerson-Miller (twitter.com/the_rewm). Sally and Rachel talk about the joys and horrors of reality TV as well as summer peaches and going to the doctor. Then they answer questions listeners sent in about when healthy helping becomes co-dependence and how to have the wedding you want without alienating an overbearing parent. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 5:45 Opening Jibber Jabber 25:04 A Thing We Did (For Self Care) 31:53 Email #1: When healthy helping becomes co-dependence 43:18 Email #2: How to have the wedding you want without alienating an overbearing parent 1:04:20 Song of the Week (Rachel's pick) Enjoy the Song of the Week (Rachel's pick): "So Hot You're Hurting My Feelings" by Caroline Polachek Read everything by Rachel Wilkerson-Miller Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about the pandemic, Kate’s possible future as an exterminator, organizing your fellow tenants, and taking time off from things to get your life together. They also answer an email from a listener who wants advice about making queer friends and finding genderqueer stories as they explore and understand their own gender. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 2:35 Opening Jibber Jabber 18:53 A Thing We Did (For Self Care) 20:37 Email: Advice about making queer friends and finding genderqueer stories while exploring and understanding your own gender 42:12 Song of the Week (Kate's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode, Kate and guest host Chemda talk about meditation, bikes, awesome t-shirts, and answer a question from a listener who's trying to figure out if someone they met online is behaving inappropriately or if they're overthinking it 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 11:14 Opening Jibber Jabber 13:07 A Thing We Did (For Self Care) 14:53 Email: Trying to figure out if someone you met online is behaving inappropriately or if you're overthinking it 26:45 Song of the Week (Chemda's pick) Join Chemda's OMAT sessions! Use code OMATSTRUGGLE to get $25 off and join July OMAT Club session.  Listen to Sally's new podcast, Co-op Mood on iTunes Store, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller twitter.com/Chemda www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode, Kate and guest host Hilary Asare talk about the Black Lives Matter movement, what to do when you find a nest of wasps in your apartment, and deconstruct a rewatch of the popular 90's TV show Beverly Hills 90210. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 1:50 Opening Jibber Jabber 11:47 A Thing We Did (For Self Care) 24:30 Song of the Week (Hilary’s pick) Listen to Sally's new podcast, Co-op Mood on iTunes Store, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller twitter.com/HilaryAsare www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about rescuing dogs, mopping, and Sally’s new video game podcast. Then they answer a listener email about coping with house chores during the pandemic. Finally, they shake their fists at anyone not following shelter in place rules and guidance around masks and social distancing. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 2:24 Opening Jibber Jabber 9:11 A Thing We Did (For Self Care) 14:44 Email: Coping with house chores during the pandemic. 28:08 Some more Jibber Jabber 43:20 Song of the Week (Kate's pick)   Listen to Sally's new podcast, Co-op Mood on iTunes Store, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about adopting cats, and an excellent book recommendation. Then they answer a listener email from a teenager who’s quarantining at home with an abusive parent.  00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 3:55 Opening Jibber Jabber 14:12 Email: Quarantining at home with an abusive parent. 30:16 Song of the Week (Sally's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode, Kate and Sally talk about being lost in time and space due to the pandemic. They also talk about social distancing and why we should all do it, even though it’s hard. Then they answer an email from a listener who’s feeling alone, sad, and anxious while sheltering in place. Hang tough, struggle buddies. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 12:14 Opening Jibber Jabber 28:04 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 33:30 Email: feeling alone, sad, and anxious while sheltering in place. 50:34 Song of the Week (Kate's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode, Kate and Sally talk about the coronavirus pandemic and share some rage about people who aren’t following the rules about sheltering in place and social distancing. They also talk about cats, Mad Men, and the current state of the presidential race. Stay home if you can!  Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this short episode Kate and Sally talk about how they’re coping mental health-wise with the coronavirus pandemic. They chat about cats, books, stand-up comedy, and video games. Stay home if you can, practice social distancing, wash your hands, and take care of yourselves and each other! Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this special bonus episode Kate and Sally talk about coronavirus for a little bit before moving on to discuss some very important topics including: cake vs. pie, ability to fly vs. invisibility, favorite kinds of dogs and cats, and much, much more. Wash your hands and take care of yourselves and each other. We love you! Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode, Kate and Sally talk about Katharine’s birthday, leaving therapy early, naps, and Bernard Brothers and Liz Ladies. Then they answer an email from a listener who’s wondering about being attracted to people outside their monogamous relationship. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 5:23 Opening Jibber Jabber 32:59 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 35:15 Email: Wondering about being attracted to people outside of a monogamous relationship 44:30 Song of the Week (Kate's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode, Kate and Sally talk about electability, dog whispering, and meditation. Then they answer an email from a listener who’s wondering how to repair a fractured friendship. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 2:34 Opening Jibber Jabber 24:15 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 33:48 Email: How to repair a fractured friendship 53:12 Song of the Week (Sally's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode, Kate and Sally talk at length about the movie Cats and also Miles, Sally’s cat. They also discuss scheduling your time, including breaks, as self-care, and how trauma impacts pets. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 8:26 Opening Jibber Jabber 31:36 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 41:45 Song of the Week (Kate's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode, Kate and Sally talk about The Joker’s origin story and Sally’s new cat’s origin story. They also discuss the best $12 watch money can buy and answer an email from a listener who’s unhappy at work, feeling depressed, and wondering if they should quit. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 4:16 Opening Jibber Jabber 21:18 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 25:08 Email: Being unhappy at work, feeling depressed, and wondering if it's ok to quit 42:10 Song of the Week (Sally's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about New Year’s resolutions and the various ways we mark time and progress throughout our lives. Then they discuss transcendent experiences with video games and TV shows, and move on to talking about being honest in therapy, cancelling social engagements, and making pizza. Finally they answer an email from a listener who’s trying to figure out how to talk to their friend about the friend’s post-breakup behavior. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 4:13 Opening Jibber Jabber 23:23 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 28:08 Email: Trying to figure out how to talk to a friend about the friend’s post-breakup behavior 44:40 Song of the Week (Kate's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode Kate and Sally share holiday survival tips from the struggle buddy community. Then they jibber jabber about Katharine’s nephew’s long con and things people are upset about on Twitter. Finally they answer an email from a listener who wants advice on how to cope with her husband’s depression. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 2:00 Holiday tips from listeners! 17:46 Opening Jibber Jabber 30:52 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 40:50 Email: Advice on how to cope with a partner's depression 57:28 Song of the Week (Sally's pick)   Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about Christmas and whether Santa Claus is real, and if so does he have a master key to your apartment? Then they talk about comedian Josh Gondelman’s (@joshgondelman) essay for The Cut about how being in a relationship means your partner’s enemies become your enemies. They also discuss Native comedian Joey Clift’s (@joeytainment) essay for the AV Club about confronting two white podcast hosts on air about tokenization (and much more). Finally they answer a listener email about how to talk to a parent who is skeptical of using meds long term for mental health. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 5:12 Opening Jibber Jabber 37:09 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 39:10 Email: How to talk to a parent who is skeptical of using meds long term for mental health 52:18 Song of the Week (Kate's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about some bad stuff on Twitter as well as some good stuff on Twitter. Then they discuss performative male anger, jogging, and getting new glasses. Finally, they answer an email from a listener who is trying to figure out how to navigate a relationship with a parent in the aftermath of trauma. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 3:26 Opening Jibber Jabber 34:33 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 36:36 Email: Figuring out how to navigate a relationship with a parent in the aftermath of trauma 54:34 Song of the Week (Sally's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode Kate and Sally don’t get to an email. But they DO talk about boomers and “cancel culture.” They talk about Schitt’s Creek, Succession, and how Katharine canceled two white boys on the subway. And much more! 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 3:22 Opening Jibber Jabber  46:01 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 54:45 Song of the Week (Kate's pick) Watch Sally live every Wednesday on "Stream of Blades" We are on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, iHeart Radio and Instagram! Tweet at Kate and Sally or the podcast and find a “Struggle Buddy” on Twitter at #StrugglePodBuds420. Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about how the 2020 election is a life ruiner. Then they discuss dancing with Sarah Michelle Gellar, going to the fucking dentist, and much more. Finally, they answer an email from a listener who wants to go to church without being reminded of their abusive ex.  00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 2:16 Opening Jibber Jabber (TW: 31:09 - 32:51 talk about sexual assault, Brock Turner) 32:54 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 35:35 Email: Wanting to go to church without being reminded of your abusive ex 50:02 Song of the Week (Sally's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode, Kate and Sally jibber jabber about impeachment, comedians who aren’t funny, the TV show GLOW, and hot water. Then they answer an email from a listener who is worried that the friend they’re in love with is ghosting them forever. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 4:12 Opening Jibber Jabber 33:17 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 35:35 Email: When a friend you're in love with might be ghosting you forever 57:23 Song of the Week (Kate's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode, Kate and Sally jibber jabber about comedians who think they’re pushing boundaries, Stranger Things, and how you’re not alone if Kavanaugh has you feeling stressedavanaugh. Then they answer a listener’s question about how to take care of yourself while being a good and effective social justice warrior.  00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 2:55 Opening Jibber Jabber (CN: talk of Brett Kavanaugh) 22:29 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 27:20 Email: How to take care of yourself while being a good and effective social justice warrior 52:00 Song of the Week (Sally's pick) Watch Sally live every Wednesday on "Stream of Blades"! Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode Kate and Sally jibber jabber a LOT. They talk about how spies are generally really hot and what it’s like to get a standing ovation from a dog. They also talk about therapy, easy breezy gratitude practices, and one-minute meditations. Then they answer an email from a listener who wants advice about how to deal with having a homophobic dad. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 3:26 Opening Jibber Jabber  37:40 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 43:07 Email: How to deal with having a homophobic dad 57:38 Song of the Week (Kate's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode, Kate talks about raging in therapy and Sally talks about ruthlessly managing her social life. They talk in detail about the Al Franken story in the New Yorker and the very good reactions that it has spawned. Then they answer an email from a listener who is looking for advice on how to deal with their strained relationship with their dad. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 5:01 Opening Jibber Jabber 42:30 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 47:21 Email: Looking for advice on how to deal with a strained relationship with a parent 1:09:28 Song of the Week (Sally's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode, Kate tells a story about how sometimes you just need to hear the truth and Sally talks about being tested by god. They also talk about asking for help when you need it and doing housework as self-care. Finally, they answer an email from a listener who feels broke and broken and stuck in their job. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 6:40 Opening Jibber Jabber 26:06 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 29:13 Email: What to do when you feel broke and broken and stuck in a job 57:59 Song of the Week (Kate's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode Kate and Sally jibber jabber about J*e B*den, the Tony Awards, and video games. Then they talk about taking Xanax to fly on airplanes. Finally, they answer a listener email about what to do when your job isn’t going well and is dragging you down in general. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 5:19 Opening Jibber Jabber 49:25 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 52:17 Email: What to do when your job isn’t going well and is dragging you down in general 1:11:56 Song of the Week (Sally's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about Moby’s alleged creepiness as a person and also as an instagram user. Then they talk about Game of Thrones and shows about pets that are actually about humans. Finally they answer an email from someone who wants to know how to earn back their partner’s trust. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 4:07 Opening Jibber Jabber 42:19 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 43:22 Email: Earning back a partner’s trust 1:01:09 Song of the Week (Kate's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com 

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about slaying childhood dragons, being a reactive fan of Game of Thrones, and the nest-building behaviors of house finches. Then they answer an email about whether to cut toxic friends out of your life. If you're worried about (and want to support) reproductive freedom, here are two great organizations that could use your money: The Yellowhammer Fund National Network of Abortion Funds Also, check out this great post by Adam Carl on men and reproductive freedom: Adam Carl’s FB Post (now on Medium) 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 3:07 Opening Jibber Jabber 41:52 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 44:33 Email: Whether to cut toxic friends out of your life 1:01:35 Song of the Week (Sally's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com

  On this episode Kate and Sally talk about Buffy and Game of Thrones fandom. Then they explain how to find a struggle buddy. Sally talks (at length) about being aggrieved by many people. Katharine explains the origin of #strugglepodbuds420. Then they…just keep jibber jabbering. This is the first episode to not feature a an email from a listener seeking advice. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 10:18 Opening Jibber Jabber 37:14 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 45:00 Song of the Week (Kate's pick) Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thestrugglebus Theme song by Marty Scanlon! twitter.com/mcscan Read The best $16 I ever spent: Old Navy pajamas after my husband left by Rachel W. Miller: www.vox.com/the-goods/2019/4/25/18512898/rachel-w-miller-best-money-old-navy-pajamas twitter.com/sallyt twitter.com/spkheller www.strugglebuspodcast.com

On this episode, Kate and Sally talk about being tired, using earplugs, meeting celebs we admire, and canceling therapy. Then they answer listener emails about telling a crush you’re crushin’, whether you need to tell your parents everything, and what to do when the person who sexually assaulted you is dating someone else on campus who might now be in danger. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 3:22 Opening Jibber Jabber 16:00 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 21:55 Email #1: Telling a crush you’re crushin’ and whether you need to tell your parents everything 34:01 Email #2: What to do when the person who sexually assaulted you is dating someone else on campus who might now be in danger 54:48 Song of the Week (Sally's pick)

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about Joe Biden’s creepy handsiness, Sally’s birthday, and Katharine’s upcoming show about how we participate in rape culture. Then they answer a letter from a listener writing in about their partner’s weight. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 3:34 Opening Jibber Jabber 31:43 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 36:06 Email: (CN: talk about weight, fat bodies, eating disorders) Someone who is upset about their partner’s weight gain 52:20 Song of the Week (Kate's pick)

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about Theranos, the college admissions scam, the NPR podcast It’s Been a Minute, and the NY Neo-Futurists. They chat about face masks and to-do lists as self-care, and answer a listener email about giving an employer feedback as you’re leaving and how to deal with intrusive thoughts. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 2:59 Opening Jibber Jabber  31:53 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 35:44 Email: Giving an employer feedback as you’re leaving and how to deal with intrusive thoughts 53:55 Song of the Week (Sally's pick)

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about their new Patreon, the documentary Leaving Neverland, Luke Perry (RIP), birthdays, and going to the dentist. Then they answer an email from a listener who’s trying to figure out if they should stop going to therapy. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 6:02 Opening Jibber Jabber (CN 9:55 - 30:06 talk about the Michael Jackson documentary "Leaving Neverland") 34:50 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 37:37 Email: How to know if you should stop going to therapy 55:03 Song of the Week (Kate's pick)

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about “the magical thinking of guys who love logic” and Ryan Adams (and similar creeps). Then they talk about catching up on sleep and going to the dentist. Finally, they answer an email from a listener who’s trying to make a decision about having another kid.  00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 1:50 Opening Jibber Jabber 33:26 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 37:06 Email: Making a decision about having another kid 58:50 Song of the Week (Sally's pick)

  On this episode Kate and Sally talk about white guys who taunt, Fyre Festival, Rent Live, flying, and coping with flying. Then they answer a listener email about how to let a former friend know they’re not invited to your wedding. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 2:20 Opening Jibber Jabber 25:40 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 31:32 Email: How to let a former friend know they’re not invited to your wedding 49:20 Song of the Week (Kate's pick)

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about millennial burnout, Louis CK et al, migraines, blood pressure, and going to the doctor. Then they answer a listener email about what to do when your loved one is dating someone you reallllly don’t like. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 1:20 Programming note! (CN from 1:20 - 5:20 talk about suicidal ideation and self harm) 5:29 Opening Jibber Jabber 30:22 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 33:13 Email: What to do when your loved one is dating someone you reallllly don’t like 56:11 Song of the Week (Sally's pick)

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about separating artists from their art, a very smart and sassy parrot, and self-care in the form of stretching and kettlebells. Then they answer an email from a listener asking for advice on whether they should stop going to therapy. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 1:22 Opening Jibber Jabber 20:58 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 23:53 Email: Advice on stopping therapy 42:00 Song of the Week (Kate's pick)

On this episode Kate and Sally talk about the happy/infuriating binary as it applies to Lena Dunham, Jason Momoa, and using polyamory to manipulate your partner. Then they jibber jabber about learning how to play guitar and setting boundaries with family. Finally, they answer an email from a listener who wants to know what to do about their 5-year relationship with a controlling S.O. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 1:41 Opening Jibber Jabber 32:45 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 36:05 Email: Being in a 5-year relationship with a controlling S.O. 48:54 Song of the Week (Sally's pick)

On this episode Kate and Sally jibber jabber about the holidays, Hot Duck, and video games. Then they read a listener email with very useful feedback and answer a listener email from someone who’s asking for advice coping with their suicidal thoughts. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 2:00 Opening Jibber Jabber 23:43 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 28:15 Listener feedback 32:57 Email: Coping with suicidal thoughts 52:08 Song of the Week (Kate's pick)  

On this episode Kate and Sally jibber jabber for an extended period of time and talk about making doctor’s appointments and (not) working out. Then they answer a listener email about feeling abandoned when a therapist doesn’t come back from maternity leave. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 4:09 Opening Jibber Jabber 23:24 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 27:07 Email: Feeling abandoned when a therapist doesn’t come back from maternity leave 46:27 Song of the Week (Sally's pick)

On this episode Kate and Sally jibber jabber about the NY Neo-Futurists, Anita Hill, and why we recommend therapy all the ding dang time. Then they answer questions about recovering from a breakup and an emotionally abusive relationship and how to deal with a parent who’s using drugs while feeling like you don’t have a home. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 4:04 Opening Jibber Jabber 16:37 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 19:58 Email #1: Recovering from a breakup and an emotionally abusive relationship 37:01 Email #2: How to deal with a parent who’s using drugs while feeling like you don’t have a home 51:10 Song of the Week (Kate's pick)

On this episode Kate and Sally jibber jabber about roller coasters, fruit, and dancing. Then they answer listener emails about how to open up to people and living with roommates who aren’t being good friends to you. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 3:54 Opening Jibber Jabber 18:59 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 30:06 Listener Feedback 33:51 Email #1: How to open up to people 53:23 Email #2: Living with roommates who aren’t being good friends to you 1:15:28 Song of the Week (Sally's pick)

On this episode Kate and Sally jibber jabber about the New York Neo-Futurists and lesbian fiction. Then they answer listener questions about breakups, feeling alone and isolated, and how to deal when you’re being bullied and/or feel left out. 00:00 Welcome to The Struggle Bus 1:30 Opening Jibber Jabber 6:20 A Thing We Did (for Self-Care) 10:45 Email #1: Breakups 26:33 Email #2: Feeling alone and isolated 38:22 Email #3: How to deal when you’re being bullied and/or feel left out 58:23 Song of the Week (Kate's pick)