Dysfunction Junkies

Send us Fan MailA lot of people say they’re “animal lovers,” but love gets real when a pet stops being cute and starts needing structure, money, time, and a long-term plan. We go down the rabbit hole of dysfunctional pet ownership, from ordinary homes with dogs and cats to the risky world of exotic pets, and we ask the question that matters most: is this choice good for the animal or just exciting for the owner? We also talk about exotic pet ownership, a tiger isn’t “Fluffy” just because you named it that the fact is why “I love it” isn’t a care plan for wild animals. If this conversation hits home, subscribe, share it with a fellow pet person, and leave a review, then tell us: what pet trend makes you cringe?#dogs #cats #birds #exotics #petownership #resonsiblepetownership #lions #tigers #chimps #joeexotic #animalhoarding #potbellypigs #howmuchistomuch #ilovemydog #ilovemypet #goatsSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailWhy do we remember Miss Susie Has A Steamboat forever, but not what we ate yesterday? We dig into classic folklore like Ring Around the Rosy and the plague theory behind its lyrics, plus the way other staples get linked to real events and power struggles. From Three Blind Mice and its grim imagery to Mary Mary Quite Contrary and the Bloody Mary rumors. Then we shift to the schoolyard material that trained a whole generation on innuendo and social rules: Miss Susie Has a Steamboat, clapping games, jump rope chants, and camp songs that were “naughty” without technically saying anything. We also laugh about counting-out rhymes like eenie meenie minie mo and bubblegum bubblegum in a dish, and what it felt like to be picked for teams when popularity and survival were on the line. #dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #nurseryrhymes #misssuzie #redrover #threeblindmice #dodgeball #bubbleguminadish #ringaroundtherosey #schoolyardgames #clappinggamesSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailThe map lit up and we are still trying to process it. Over the past month we picked up listeners from 14 new countries, with a huge burst in just 48 hours, and suddenly the Dysfunction Junkies Podcast is showing up in 39 countries and 311 cities worldwide. Thankful Sunday turns into a real time celebration of what it feels like when a small show starts traveling far beyond your own zip code, plus the milestones that make it real. Ready for a feelgood reset? What are you thankful for today?https://youtu.be/CyHt0fzZHas#DysfunctionJunkiesPodcast #ParkwayDental #Verizon #theMintFacialBar #LettersByLanternLight #theCornerClinic #Starbucks #starbucks280 #Algeria #Argentina #Azerbaijan #chili #Ecuador #elSalvador #Iraq #Kazakhstan #Morocco #NewZealand #Oman #Panama #Senegal #Vietnam #AkronAutism #Wooster #StGeorgeUtahSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailMoving, aging, and life changes eventually force almost everyone into a stressful rite of passage: finding a new doctor. On the Dysfunction Junkies Podcast, we talk through why switching providers can feel like dating, complete with first-impression nerves and that uneasy question of whether you can trust someone you just met. The patient experience shifts fast when you leave a familiar office, and you often do not realize what your old provider did well or missed entirely until a new practice runs tests you have never seen. That moment can be reassuring, alarming, or both, especially when you are just trying to stay on top of routine preventive care. How do you know when a “good doctor” is actually good? Listen and tell us your story?#parkwaydental #dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #AHBS #gooddoctor #dentist #newdoctors #richenseyecenter #stgeorgeutah #woosterohio #mamogram #colonoscopy #healthcare #clevelandclinic #healthcareproviders #preventativecare #waterfloss Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailIt's Flashback Friday and we are going back to Easter Season 1 Episode 26.  Pantyhose as a rite of passage might be the most unexpected Easter memory, but once we started pulling the thread, everything unraveled into the kind of nostalgia you can practically smell. If Spring Nostalgia Is Your Thing, This One’s For You. Listen And Drop Your Go To Easter tradition. #dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #Easter #easteregghunt #easterbaskets  #candy #Easterbunny #family #traditions #familydysfunctionSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailOne bad kiss can end a romance, but what about a bad kiss plus a corner fart confession? We’re laughing through the kind of dysfunctional dating stories that feel too weird to be real, then realizing they’re exactly why so many of us still cringe at the words “first date.”  Listen To The Full Dysfunctional Dating Roundup Then Tell Us Your Worst Date Story?#Dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #dating #firstkiss #catfishing #firstdate #blinddate #onlinedatingSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailWe follow the Easter Bunny origin from ancient fertility themes to the American Easter basket tradition.  And why are we putting our kids on a stranger’s lap in a creepy bunny suit? When did we normalize that? We unpack mall bunny anxiety, Easter holiday myths, and the stuff nobody says out loud. Listen, then drop your scariest Easter Bunny photo story?#Easter #Easterbunny #bunnies #candy #Easterbaskets #Malls #dysfunction #dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #kerrydoll #chrissydoll Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailApril Dysfunction Junkies CARE:  Autism comes up in conversation all the time, but “hearing the word” isn’t the same as understanding the people and families living it every day. For World Autism Month, we’re shining a light on the Autism Society of Greater Akron, a local organization doing practical, life-changing work across Northeast Ohio through advocacy, education, social programs, and community support. If you’ve been looking for credible autism resources or a place to start learning about neurodiversity, this conversation points you toward real help and real hope.#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #JunkiesCARE #worldautismmonth #autismsocietyofgreaterakron #autism #spectrum #templegrandin Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailMicrowaved candy bars in diapers. Toilet paper wrapped around a pregnant belly. A room full of people you half-know watching you open gifts you may not even need. We’ve both been to enough baby showers and bridal showers to admit it: a lot of “traditions” feel less charming with every year, and some of them are downright uncomfortable. We’re unpacking the most awkward traditions and how to make celebrations less painful. Listen now and tell us your worst game?Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailTwenty-four countries. That number still doesn’t feel real to us, and we had to hop on the mic for a Thankful Sunday to say it out loud and say thank you. From Wooster, Ohio to St. George, Utah, we’re proof you can build a podcast with friendship, consistency, and a willingness to show up exactly as you are, even when the camera turns on and YouTube becomes part of the plan. It's another episode of Thankful Sunday on the Dysfunction Junkies Podcast.#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #podcast #coasttocoast #Spain #Israel #Italy #France #stgeorgeutah #woosterohio #puertorico #vancoverwashington #oremutah #pasadenacalifornia #paris #sunriverstgeorge #thankful #gratitudeSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailPajamas at a hotel breakfast buffet. Fluffy slippers in the grocery store. Boxer shorts in a public lobby. We’ve been traveling more, and we can’t stop noticing how fast “bed clothes” have become normal clothes. If you’ve ever wondered when public dress codes quietly disappeared, we’re right there with you, and we’re not trying to be fancy. We’re trying to understand what changed and why it bothers some of us so much.Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailLeprechaun “traditions” can get unhinged fast: green toilets, green marshmallows, and kid pressure. Our St. Patrick’s Day flashback is equal parts funny and horrifying. Listen and reply: parade or stay home?#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #stpatricksday #flashbackfriday #blarneystone #irish #cornedbeef #ireland #leprechauns #podcastSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailWhy do we cling to clutter we don’t even like? We dig into the history of spring cleaning, the emotions behind stuff, and smart ways to make progress without burning out. Ready to try one tiny change today? Which one?#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #podcast #springcleaning #dysfunction #declutter #openthewindowsSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailEver met a one-upper who turns every chat into a contest? Tired of “I had it worse” and “I knew that already”? We’ve got stories, humor, and practical scripts to spot narcissistic talk and keep your cool. Stream it now and share: what comeback actually worked for you?#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #oneupper #narcissitictalk #ihaditworse Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailHappy March Dysfunction Junkies! It's time for another episode of Dysfunction Junkies CARE.  This month we are featuring Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab, Utah. If you love animals, you must tune in to learn more about this amazing organization. From Angel Canyon in Southern Utah to your couch: meet the sanctuary saving thousands of dogs, cats, and more—and how you can join the mission. Volunteer, adopt, or spread the word. Which role fits you best right now?#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #animals #animalresuce #bestfriendsanimalsanctuary #kanabutah #dogs #cats #horses #rabbits #nokill #animalsanctuary #animalshelter #petadoption #volunteerSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailA spotless living room, a perfect bow on every problem, and a smile that never cracks—early TV taught us that’s what family looks like. Then the 70s kicked the door open. We trade tidy myths for the glorious mess of All in the Family, Mary Tyler Moore, MASH, Good Times, and the gleeful chaos of The Love Boat and Fantasy Island. By the end, we answer a simple question with layered truth: did those shows make us feel normal—or finally seen? Press play for sharp takes, a few guilty-pleasure confessions, and a reminder that the best TV doesn’t fix life; it helps us name it. If this trip through TV history sparked a memory, leave a review, subscribe, and tell us your top three retro shows!Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailIt's Thankful Sunday. The heart of the episode beats in our thank-yous. Moving states takes stamina, and we spotlight the people who made it happen: southern Utah’s Sonya Stauffer and Northeast Ohio–Pennsylvania’s Malinda Koncar, two realtors who navigated details, deadlines, and the unexpected with calm and care. We also shout out Letters by Lantern Light for bringing weekly cozy mysteries to our community, proving that storytelling and small businesses can lift podcasts and listeners together. Then we zoom out to our listener map, celebrating California, Pennsylvania; Austintown, Ohio; Council Bluffs, Iowa; and Huntsville, Ohio. Every pin marks someone choosing us during a commute, a chore, or a quiet night in—and we feel it. And because gratitude lands best when it leads to action, we’re championing the American Heart Association this February: heart health basics, real tools, and CPR skills that save lives. Hit play to hear the stories, meet the people behind Kerry's move, and add your city to our growing map. If this episode made you nod, laugh, or message a friend, share it, subscribe, and leave a review—then tell us: what your Thankful for?Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailEver look at a deli case and wonder who actually buys that speckled mystery loaf? We’re taking a no-filter tour through the “dysfunctional” foods that fed our families and shaped our taste buds: the buttermilk sipped straight from a glass, the kombucha and kefir bubbling like science projects, and the deli counter icon we love to fear—Dutch loaf. From pig’s feet in jars to scrapple fried to a perfect sear, we explore why certain flavors stick, how thrift became tradition, and where nostalgia meets hard pass. Stream now for laughs, memories, and a surprising amount of food anthropology. Then tell us your most controversial family favorite—especially if you’re tuning in from outside the U.S. Subscribe, share with a friend who loves weird food history, and leave a review with the dish you’ll go to bat for.#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #scrapple #buttermilk #dutchloaf #food #kombucha #keifer #pigsfeet #spam #liveronionsSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailIt's Flashback Friday and we flashback to our #1 downloaded episode our first Valentine's Day Episode.  With Love, Enjoy!#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #loveisintheair #love Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailFreeze outside, warm up inside. We take Valentine’s Day back from the crowded prix fixe grind and rebuild it around ease, laughter, and real connection. From indoor picnics on a blanket to a surprisingly perfect date at a local cooking school, we share practical ways to skip the chaos and keep all the romance. If you’ve been burned by limited menus, rushed service, and too-loud dining rooms, this is your permission slip to choose calm over clamor. If this resonated, be sure to tune in and share it with a friend who hates crowded holidays. Be sure to leave a quick review to help others find the show. Your support keeps the conversation going and the blankets cozy.Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailWhat if the place you grew up quietly shaped your quirks, your coping skills, and even the stories you tell about yourself? We dig into city stress, country isolation, and suburban conformity with candid personal stories that reveal how environment becomes behavior. From food deserts and limited green space to long rural bus rides and stained uniforms from well water, we unpack how daily conditions nudge us toward adaptations that can look like dysfunction—or resilience—depending on where you stand. Hear our stories and share yours. Where did you grow up and what stayed with you?#cityliving #countryliving #dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #wellwater #urban #ruralSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailHello February!  Junkies you know what that means, a new month, a new Dysfunction Junkies CARE. This month we are supporting the American Heart Association. Since the American Heart Association was founded in 1924, deaths from cardiovascular diseases have been cut in half. But heart disease remains the leading cause of death, and there's still so much more to do. Together, we can save more lives. And for our International listeners, through collaboration with international partners, the American Heart Association works to bring science to life through the creation of programs and campaigns that support the World Health Organization’s goal of reducing premature deaths from non-communicable diseases by 25% by 2025 and help reduce the international burden of cardiovascular disease and stroke. Listen in to learn more. www.heart.org#cprtraining #dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #hearthealth #aha #americanheartassociation #february Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailWhat if your first serious love is still influencing how you fight, forgive, and choose today? We dig into the invisible blueprints early relationships leave behind, the “reason, season, lifetime” lens that reframes past marriages, and the messy, beautiful work of rewriting patterns with intention. Along the way, a long-lost box of wedding photos turns into a masterclass in boundaries and closure: how to honor the past, return what isn’t yours to carry, and move forward with respect. Be sure to tune in to this week's episode hit play and share: which chapter are you in right now?#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #firstlove #thirdtimesthecharm #marriedandremarried Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailNew pins on the map, new stories to tell, and a big life change that’s about to shake up our routine—in the best way. We kick off Thankful Sunday by shouting out a wave of new listeners from Germany to Japan, plus fresh U.S. cities that found the Dysfunction Junkies and hit play. Japan rocketed into our top four overnight, and we unpack why a sudden binge listen can reshape a show’s momentum, energy, and plans for what comes next.#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #ThankfulSunday #Japan #GermanySupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailEver wonder why some friends fade while others feel like home? We break down reason, season, and lifetime friendships—and how your circle shapes your life. Listen now and audit your friend group with us. Who’s your root friend?#besties #friends #bff #reasonseasonlifetime #yourtribe #mypeepsSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailIt's Flashback Friday and we go back to Season 1 Episode 13: Naughty or Nice. Enjoy and let us know are you a Chrisy or a Kerry on the Naughty or Nice spectrum.#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #naughtyorniceSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailThis week on the Dysfunction Junkies Podcast: Static shocks, zipper scars, and a bell-bottom bike crash. We unpack the fashion fails that shaped our childhoods and why some clothes still sabotage comfort and confidence. Listen now and tell us: which outfit haunts your memories?#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #bellbottoms #mchammerpants Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailEver feel trapped by a noisy mind? We unpack mental clutter, sleep struggles, and why letting go creates real freedom. Hear candid stories, practical tips, and a book rec that sparked change. If you’re ready to trade constant rumination for calm focus, this conversation brings empathy, humor, and tools you can use tonight. Subscribe, share this episode with a friend who needs a quieter brain, and leave a review with your own tip for silencing the 3 a.m. thought spiral.#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #theartoflettinggo #emotionalnoise #anxiety Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailA new year calls for grounded action, not just good intentions. This month for Junkies Care we’re shining a light on Samaritan’s Purse—an international relief nonprofit known for getting to crises fast and staying long enough to help families rebuild. From field hospitals after hurricanes to clean water systems in conflict zones, we walk through how readiness, logistics, and trusted partnerships turn compassion into real outcomes when days and hours matter.Our audience spans 18 countries, and this conversation reflects that global reach. Whether you’re drawn to disaster relief, child health, or veteran support, there’s a place for you to plug in—donating, volunteering, or rallying your group to host a shoebox drive. We share firsthand stories, practical steps, and links to resources so you can move from inspiration to impact today.If this resonates, share it with a friend, subscribe for more conversations like this, and leave a review to help others find the show. Ready to get involved? Visit our site for the January feature page and quick links to Samaritan’s Purse programs and ways to help.#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #samaritanspurse #junkiescareSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailConfetti says “big night,” but our hearts often want something smaller, saner, and kinder. If you’ve ever felt out of step with the countdown culture, you’re not alone. Come for the candid stories, stay for the better ideas: lower-pressure plans, safer choices, and rituals that make the night yours. If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a softer New Year, and leave a review to help others find us. Here’s to choosing joy on your terms.#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #newyearseve #countdown #timessquare #newyearnewyouSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailIt's Flashback Friday.  We flashback to Big Bertha and the 7 Fishes episode. The sparkle fades, the lights glare, and the house suddenly feels too quiet—so we leaned into the holiday afterglow and compared notes on what actually makes this season work. We kick off with the mood on December 26 and the great decoration debate: keep the glow through New Year’s or pack it up fast and reclaim the living room. From there we tumble into leg lamp pride, inflatable brainstorms, and the origin story of “Big Bertha,” the colossal tree that barely fit in a station wagon and exploded open in the living room like a scene from a classic holiday movie.Food traditions take center stage as we walk through a down‑to‑earth Feast of the Seven Fishes—shrimp, smelts, whitefish, sometimes squid—frying in shifts, sharing horror and humor in equal parts. If you’re craving relatable holiday stories, practical laughs, and permission to rewrite the rules, this one’s for you. Listen, share your own best and worst traditions, and help us build a smarter, lighter sled for next year. Subscribe, leave a review, and tell a friend who still smells like fryer oil.Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailSnow, lights, cookies… and questions we usually avoid. We pull back the tinsel to explore how the Santa story shapes trust, behavior, and values, and why so many of us remember the joy of belief but not the awkward in-between. The conversation gets real, candid, and funny as we test which parts of the myth build wonder—and which parts quietly train compliance.Things turn intriguingly dark when we uncover Père Fouettard, the French folklore figure paired with St. Nicholas to punish misbehavior. We won’t import the terror, but we do ask what it reveals about how cultures balance reward and fear—and how we can choose warmth over threats while still setting boundaries. By the end, we offer a kinder script: keep the magic, ditch the manipulation, and invite kids into the “helper” role as they grow.If this episode makes you laugh, squirm, or rethink your holiday script, that’s the point. Hit follow, share with a friend who loves a spicy Christmas take, and drop a review telling us how your family keeps the wonder without losing the truth.#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #santaclause #perefouettard #fatherwhipper #merrychristmas #christmasdysfunctionSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailA simple idea turned into a wide‑open map: listeners from London to Lima, West Valley City to Riverview, are pressing play and helping this community grow in ways we can see and celebrate. We trace that journey with real places and real names, pausing to shout out the towns that showed up this week, and the countries pushing us forward—17 so far, with the UK rising and South America lighting up through Peru, Columbia, and new cities in Brazil.If you’re new here, expect warmth, gratitude, and a few laughs; if you’ve been with us, you know the drill—tag your city, check the map, and help us reach the next place on the globe. Make sure to subscribe, share the show with someone who’d love a feel‑good listen, and leave a quick review telling us where you’re tuning in from. Your shoutout might be next.Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailDid Kerry Suffer?  Well, the “perfect” Christmas took a nosedive—three times. We brought home a gorgeous live tree, filled the stand with sugared water, and watched the branches settle like a promise… until gravity introduced itself to our slanted old floors. What followed was equal parts comedy and gut-punch: sticky wood, late-night triage, and heirloom ornaments that didn’t survive the third fall. We walk through the mess with humor and honesty, then ask a bigger question: when the tradition breaks, do we double down or choose peace?Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailHoliday chaos feels different when the gift list is short, shipping is smarter, and the advent calendar has whiskey. Listen to this week's episode, come for the laughs, leave with real gift ideas and cookie strategy. Which cookie must make the tray this year?#adventcalendars #holidaybaking #christmascookies #lettersbylanternlight #kolachi #dysfunctionjunkiespodcastSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailThe holidays promise wonder, but the calendar creep can quietly turn December into a performance. Remember when holidays felt simple? We break down how Elf on the Shelf and early decor timelines hijack our brains, budgets, and sleep. Listen now and tell us: keep the elf or call it quits?#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast  #elfonashelf  #menschonabench #dwarfinadrawer #christmasdysfunction #podcast #comdey #holidaysSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailWe open the month by focusing on the Akron Canton Regional Food Bank, a regional engine that turns dollars into fresh produce, pantry staples, and lifelines for neighbors across northeast Ohio. With more than 600 partner pantries and programs, 11,000 volunteers, and a facility that runs like a clean, efficient warehouse built for care, this team moves over 40 million pounds of food a year and keeps dignity at the center. Learn more about this months Dysfunction Junkies  CARE organization.Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailStuffing or dressing, real tree or fake, canned cranberry or homemade—choose your fighter. We share fails, fixes, and a must‑watch holiday list. Listen and weigh in: which hill are you dying on this Thanksgiving?#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #holidays #thanksgiving #familydysfunctionSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailIt's Thankful Sunday! Gratitude meets chaos: we shout out listeners in 15 countries, plot Thanksgiving sanity, and invent a “farmtini.” Hear the sauerkraut love story and a hilarious city‑name struggle. Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailEver doomscroll social media at 3 a.m.? We confess our favorite reels: chaotic fart pranks, baby hippos, Gen X anthems, and cooking roasts. See what we binge then tell us what you binge and what we should make next. Dance? Pets? Pranks? Listen to this week's episode and weigh in—what’s your guilty scroll?#marsthepygmyhippo #rhettandlink #holdernessfamily #gerrybrooks #EZSMB #tanganyikawildlifepark #dognamedstella #grannyspills #jimmyonrelationshipsSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailThink you’re the only “dysfunctional” one? Think again. This Flashback Friday episode takes you back to where it started. High school besties to grown women with no filter. We talk trauma, boundaries, and why humor keeps us sane. #dysfunctionjunkiespodcastSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailEver open a dusty box and feel the wave of guilt wash over you before you even see what’s inside? We’re knee-deep in a household purge and a family inheritance tangle—moving cross-country while sorting funeral guestbooks, memorial cards, crocheted doilies, baptism outfits, and a stack of mystery paperwork that somehow still has Social Security numbers on it. The question running through the whole episode: what do we owe the dead, and what do we keep for the living?Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailEver notice how the youngest child can read a room faster than anyone else? We dive into that last-born radar—why being the baby can feel like a front-row seat to family cracks no one wants to name, and how age gaps turn one address into multiple childhoods. With three youngest voices at the table, we compare tight-sibling clusters to 12-year spreads, swap stories about old-lady babysitters and marathon TV nights, and unpack the odd mix of freedom, invisibility, and attention that comes with the “baby” label.  Chrisy and Kerry dive into this topic of the youngest child inspired by a speech by Jordan Peterson.#jordanpeterson #dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #thebabyofthefamily #theyoungest childSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailWhat if the softest place you know—your bed—didn’t exist? We explore that gut-check and introduce Sleep in Heavenly Peace, a nationwide nonprofit that builds and delivers complete beds so no kid sleeps on the floor in our town. From a single garage project to 311,000+ beds across the United States, this is a story of practical compassion powered by volunteers, lumber, and a clear mission.#DysfunctionjunkiesCARE #sleepinheavenlypeace #dysfunctionjunkiespodcastSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailWelcome to Season Two of the Dysfunction Junkies Podcast.  Here is our Trailer for Season Two.  Share with your friends and sit back and relax for another great year!#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #podcast #usa #brazil #russianfederation #unitedkingdom #pakistan #singapore #jamaica #bahamas  #ireland #india #bermuda #kenya #canada  #sweden #comdey #familydysfunction #friends Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailA single text turned into 70 episodes, a coast-to-coast map of new friends, and a global community we never saw coming. We close out season one with open hearts and full notebooks: the origin story, the surprises, and the bold shift that sets up what comes next.  Growth surprised us. We expected midlife women to make up the core audience because those are our stories, yet the download map and messages told another tale. Young listeners arrived, men tuned in, families played segments on road trips, and whole vet clinics became unofficial street teams. We list the cities that lit us up, and speak to what made that reach possible: consistent publishing, honest conversation, and a tone that mixes humor with care. For creators, this is a reminder that specificity attracts; when you speak plainly about your life, you don’t shrink your audience, you signal authenticity that travels.  Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailCraving Halloween vibes without the gore? We share the good stuff: themed yard wins, vintage TV specials, and psychological chillers that last. Plus: adult costume chaos, storage nightmares, and the best cozy-fear films. Be sure to tune in to this Halloween episode!#dysfunctionjunkiespodcast #halloweendecor #thehalloweenthatalmostwasntSupport the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailHoliday season used to feel like a slow build. Now it’s a sprint: Halloween launches in July, Thanksgiving gets squeezed, and December arrives with a storage bin avalanche. We get honest about how that pace numbs the joy—and what to do when the yard turns into a plastic parade. From HOAs setting limits on tree lawns to cities asking neighbors to dial it back, boundaries can actually make celebrations better. But the real reset starts at home: we lay out a practical “use-it-or-lose-it” plan to death clean our holiday bins, keep what matters, and give the rest a graceful goodbye.Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailGratitude doesn’t have to be grand to be real. We open our Thankful Sunday by naming the people who make this show possible—Chrissy’s quick wit, DJ Nick’s sharp edits, Kerry's ongoing laugh trac, and Farm Boy Jim’s steady support that keeps our energy up even off-mic. From first test recordings to our 67th episode, we trace how a small idea became a growing community across 12 countries and 196 cities, and why the numbers matter only because the people behind them do.Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.

Send us Fan MailWhat do you do when the wildest stories in your life are the ones you didn’t cause—you just watched? We dive into the hilarious and heartfelt mess of secondhand dysfunction: a sibling clinging to a car hood to save neighborhood kittens, a dad proudly returning from the pound with “our” collie that was definitely a Labrador, and a mysterious 70s women’s gathering where a legally blind grandmother briefly claimed clear sight. It’s a tour through the moments we’ve normalized, the roles we played as witnesses, and the ways humor helps us carry complicated love for the people who raised us.Support the showThank you for listening.  Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional content. We often post polls and other questions for your feedback.  We would love to hear from you, and if you like our show please take a moment to give us a Five Star Review! Love our show and want to support us?  Click on this link to submit a one time or reoccurring donation.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2398402/support www.facebook.com/DysfunctionJunkieshttps://www.instagram.com/dysfunctionjunkieshttps://www.youtube.com/@DysfunctionJunkieshttps://dysfunctionjunkiespodcast.comDysfunction Junkies has all rights to the songs "Hit the Ground Running"   created by Ryan Prewett and "Happy Hour" created by Evert Z.