Wooden Spoon Survivors

We get deep into the numbers and statistics of our housing crisis in the US and do what millennials do best, we cry about it! We analyze the current situation that is the housing crisis, we discuss what it was like for boomers living in the 70s and Gen X in the 90s compared to our current situation. We laugh out loud and cry internally... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

David and I hit the "Am I the Asshole?" (AITA) Reddit posts and put our 2 cents in on who we think is a piece of shit and who is not. Funny stories that may strike a nerve or two, but we also want to know your thoughts! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

David and Crystal have a discussion about religion and spirituality. Our own experiences, where we draw the line and how we just need to be good humans regardless of our beliefs. We talk about speaking in tongues, possible power of prayer and the Church of Satan? Trigger warning: The ugly side of religion is discussed in this episode which includes sexual assault and abuse against women and minors. We do not condone this behavior, and do not take it lightly. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

David goes over the ins and outs of the culinary world. Debunks misconceptions, answers Crystal's questions that you all have probably had yourself and goes over what grinds his culinary gears and how to become a master chef yourself, or at least how to get into the industry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

David and I throw a bitch fit about the struggles growing up not knowing smart money management and not having anyone to bail us out when we needed it financially. We talk about growing up poor and how that sets the tone for your life either sink, tread water or swim like you have a shark behind you! Everyone hates a rich asshole and we know a few... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

David and Crystal face off head to head with 3 different games. Song association, 2 truths and a lie and being tested on trivia that relates to their careers. It's gonna be intense, there will be screaming but no bloodshed. Yet... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

We have a big announcement to share this episode which brings back so many memories about growing up and being the oldest of 3 siblings! Between being chased by a knife yielding 6 year old, watching out siblings crash into our fence or being black mailed for $5, life growing up was not ordinary! We definitely went through somethings that made us grow up a little faster than we wanted but it made is who we are today! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

Crystal gives a crash course on the struggles and causes of Infertility, family planning and how to not go at it alone. Don't wait and we are here for you! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

We take a deeper dive into thorns. We talk about our own thorns, how your triggers can be your own thorns and what to do about it! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

Crystal came back from her first conference and shares her big takeaways and David is back with his dark humor. Not listening to colonial generals, surveying dying people and what not to be for Halloween. David is ready to work in the ED... Erectile Dysfunction department? Listen for more! Beijinhos! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

David tells us about life after coming out of the closet, how that didn't end the self sabotage, and what happens as an out Gay man going through day to day life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

David is telling his coming out story. Growing up knowing he was different, how having to live your life in the closet can severely impact your mental health and your life years later. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

We wanted to give you some Historical story time, but we wanted no inhibitions so we got Shwasted before hitting the mic! David tells the Story behind the Portuguese Rooster and Crystal tells the story of Alexander Hamilton. We are not experts, do not come for us! Beijinhos! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

We discuss Crystal's life and her relationship after the divorce, TikTok Love and the triggers that follow you after the unhealthy relationship and how to deal with that. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

We finish diving into the red flags, trauma and lessons that Crystal learned during her marriage and discussing how society has ideals and an image that may be more favorable to the husband in the relationship and not so much the wife. Crystal also goes into how and when she did decide to leave, how she did it, and what comes from ripping off the bandage.  Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5I0C535X7tBpAtcdq0Czdo?si=17b51a8783ad4869 Girl you got this playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/31kEZHg7dyBSYoHOS4RA0H?si=2c874f3d688e496d Domestic Abuse Hotline 1.800.799.7233 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

People always give marital advice but never tell you what to look out for in an unhealthy marriage. We are going diving into the red flags, trauma and lessons that Crystal learned during her marriage and discussing how society has ideals and an image that may be more favorable to the husband in the relationship and not so much the wife.  Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5I0C535X7tBpAtcdq0Czdo?si=17b51a8783ad4869 Girl you got this playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/31kEZHg7dyBSYoHOS4RA0H?si=2c874f3d688e496d Domestic Abuse Hotline 1.800.799.7233 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

Storytime of our trip where we reconnected in Portugal! We talk about snobby flight attendants, dancing like nobody is watching and being embarrassed of our parents acting like groupies at a free concert! How we spiritually evolved and feeling our Portuguese ancestry flowing through our veins once we set foot on the island... Special Mentions: Taylor Amarante, Fernando Daniel, Semana Do Mar, Toy, and Norberto Diver Love and Beijinhos! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

We get real about our 3 different career paths and how we believe that college degrees are not the only way to make it in life, while enjoying alcoholic beverages. We talk about our aspirations to be singing marine biologists, Iron Chefs and firefighters. Featuring Jake the Smooth Operator... Special Mentions: Lotus Divine https://www.etsy.com/shop/LotusDivineLight and Joe S Transportation San Martin, CA Love and Beijinhos! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

We get real about breaking traditional recipes, the backlash that occurs with that and how we learn to deal with our pride. How taking responsibility for your emotions can heal you and also other around you.  Love and Beijinhos! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

A little intro into who we are and what's to come! Love and Beijinhos! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

Growing up in a time where body positivity did not exist and how our families contributed both positively and negatively. Back handed compliments, dealing with all this ass, and let's not shame the fat folks for trying to lose weight. We love you Lizzo! Love and Beijinhos! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support

Our families immigration stories, coming from the Azores Islands of Portugal. Being disciplined with tuna fish, the first rental boogie founder, love stories and more. Love and Beijinhos! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woodenspoonsurvivors/support