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Bamboozled
by Callie Chamberlain and Meagan Grider
Join two best friends, Meagan and Callie as they rethink, reframe, and redefine the societal norms and expectations that have bamboozled us for far too long. They navigate the twists and turns of their mid-thirties while questioning everything we've been told is "normal." From relationships to body image to career expectations, they're on a mission to redefine what it means to thrive in today's world. Get ready for laughter, introspection, and aha moments that will make you question the status quo.
Episodes
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Rethinking All Things Travel
In this episode of the Bamboozled podcast, hosts Meagan and Callie share their recent travel experiences, including Callie's time in Korea and Paris, and Meagan's trips to Minnesota and Denver. They discuss the cultural aspects of Korea that Callie loves, the challenges of traveling during…
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Redefining Life with an Absent Parent
In this conversation, Callie and Meagan delve into the emotional weight of grief stemming from absentee parenting. Meagan shares her personal experiences with her family structure, the absence of her biological father, and how these experiences shaped her understanding of self-worth and...
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Reexamining Callie's Adoption Story
In this conversation, Meagan and Callie delve into Callie's adoption story, exploring her feelings of displacement, her reunion with her biological family, and the complexities of navigating her identity. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding one's roots and the emotional...
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Reframing the Complexity of Grief
In this conversation, Meagan and Callie discuss their recent trip to New York City, exploring the vibrant energy of the city compared to Chicago. They share experiences of reconnecting with friends, enjoying food, and attending events. The discussion transitions into a deeper exploration of…
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Rethinking What We Learned in Our 20s
In this conversation, Meagan and Callie reflect on the valuable lessons learned during their 20s, discussing themes of self-advocacy, the importance of authentic self-expression, and the significance of relationships. They explore the idea that nothing matters in your 20s while also recognizing...
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Redefining Being a Good Friend & Making Friends as Adults
In this conversation, Meagan and Callie discuss their recent travels and their feelings about the summer season. They also talk about their financial goals and the importance of being a good friend. They explore the characteristics of a solid friendship, including non-judgment, trust,...
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Rethinking Aging and Our Relationship to Getting Older
In the episode, Meagan and Callie explore the topic of aging and their different perspectives and experiences as they navigate their 30s. They discuss the importance of finding role models and reference points to help guide them with the challenges and opportunities that come with this stage of...
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Redefining Fat Liberation w/ Cat Polivoda
In this episode, Callie and Meagan welcome their guest, Cat Polivoda to discuss the concept of fat liberation. Cat shares her experience as a woman in a larger body and the challenges faced by individuals in larger bodies, such as marginalization, discrimination, and limited access to clothing…
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Reframing People Pleasing with Dr. Talia Jackson
Dr. Talia Jackson, a psychologist in private practice, joins Meagan and Callie on the podcast to discuss people-pleasing and its impact on relationships and personal well-being. She explains that while it's natural to seek external validation, people-pleasing becomes problematic when it involves...
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Current Things We Are Rethinking & Reframing
In this conversation, Meagan and Callie discuss their experiences over the 4th of July weekend. Callie shares a chaotic bike ride and losing her phone, while Meagan talks about spending time with family and her desire to attend the Michael Rubin White Party. They also discuss the frustrations of...
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Rethinking the Relationship to Our Phones
In this episode, Meagan and Callie discuss their relationships with their cell phones and the amount of time spent on it. They discuss feeling agitated and resentful after spending too much time on their phones and the addictive nature of social media. They also explore how phones can be used as…
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Reframing What Burnout & Rest Looks Like
Meagan & Callie have a conversation about burnout, specifically focusing on two types: functional freeze and productivity anxiety. They share their personal experiences with these types of burnout and discuss the importance of rest and recharge. They end the episode by diving deeper on the…
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Rethinking How to Feel & Express Anger
In this episode, Meagan and Callie discuss the challenges of expressing anger, the societal expectations placed on women, and the intersection of anger with systemic issues like racism and injustice. They explore the impact of anger on their physical and emotional well-being, as well as the...
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Reframing What Overthinking Looks & Feels Like
In this conversation, Callie and Meagan discuss the topic of overthinking. They share their personal experiences with overthinking and rumination, exploring the different types of overthinking and the purposes they serve. They discuss strategies for managing overthinking, such as focusing on the...
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Rethinking Secrets & Shame
In this episode, Callie and Meagan discuss the connection between secrets and shame, and how they can go hand in hand. They explore the process of releasing secrets and the relief that comes with sharing them. They also discuss the responsibility of holding other people's secrets and the toll it...
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Rethinking the Evolution of Friendships
In this conversation, Meagan and Callie discuss various aspects of friendships and relationships. They discuss the natural evolution of friendships as people get older and people transition through different life stages. They also explore the loss of deep friendships and the feeling of losing a...
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Redefining Success, Family & Money w/ Monique of Ambitious Kitchen
In this episode, Meagan and Callie have a conversation with their best friend, Monique Volz of Ambitious Kitchen. They discuss what it looks like for the woman to be the breadwinner of the family and finding balance as the role of mom, wife and business owner. Then they explore the idea of…
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Reframing Society's Timeline & Expectations of Women
Welcome to the Bamboozled Podcast! In this conversation, Callie and Meagan explore the ideas around marriage vs. long-term partnership, reflections on being single and childless and transitioning to a new phase of life.
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Welcome to Bamboozled
Join two best friends, Meagan and Callie as they rethink, reframe, and redefine the societal norms and expectations that have bamboozled us for far too long. They navigate the twists and turns of their mid-thirties while questioning everything we've been told is "normal." From relationships to…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Join two best friends, Meagan and Callie as they rethink, reframe, and redefine the societal norms and expectations that have bamboozled us for far too long. They navigate the twists and turns of their mid-thirties while questioning everything we've been told is "normal." From relationships to body image to career expectations, they're on a mission to redefine what it means to thrive in today's world. Get ready for laughter, introspection, and aha moments that will make you question the status quo.
HOSTED BY
Callie Chamberlain and Meagan Grider
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How many episodes does Bamboozled have?
Bamboozled currently has 19 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Bamboozled about?
Join two best friends, Meagan and Callie as they rethink, reframe, and redefine the societal norms and expectations that have bamboozled us for far too long. They navigate the twists and turns of their mid-thirties while questioning everything we've been told is "normal." From relationships to body...
How often does Bamboozled release new episodes?
Bamboozled has 19 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
Where can I listen to Bamboozled?
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Who hosts Bamboozled?
Bamboozled is created and hosted by Callie Chamberlain and Meagan Grider.
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