Mildly Spiraling : It’s Fine, I’m Fine
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Follow me, your host, Tracey on a journey as I explore all of midlife's ups and downs as an ex-political staffer, comedian , and writer still figuring out what the hell I want to do with my life. Always doing. Always curious. Always interested. Always Mildly Spiraling. No really, I'm fine.
Episodes
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Ep 10 or 11 WHO KNOWS!
I hope you all had a spooky Halloween Mildly Spiralers!! This is written from my notes because I’m booked and busy even though I’d very much rather not be at the moment, please and thank you. I’m currently on my way to Ireland as I write this, had my third egg retrieval last Sunday, and turned a...
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One Year of Mildly Spiraling! (Part 2)
One Year of Mildly Spiraling! (Part 2) It’s the one year anniversary of Mildly Spiraling podcast!! Part 2!! More fireworks!! More confetti!! More shooting Stars!! Part 2 features an extended listener submissions section plus I have a very special guest on to discuss their own loves and spirals....
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One Year of Mildly Spiraling! (Part 1)
It’s the one year anniversary of Mildly Spiraling podcast!! Fireworks!! Confetti!! Shooting Stars!! Thank you so much to all my listeners whether you tuned into one episode or every single episode, you’re truly the best! Every rating (kind ones), like, listen truly makes my day and I cannot thank...
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LA LA LOVES (and Spirals)
It’s been a busy busy week over here at Mildly Spiraling aka my life. I traveled to LA for three nights and slept in some very comfortable hotel beds which obviously is an absolute love. I got back to New York City and got to participate in some amazing events- a poetry reading down the Hudson...
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Nor’Easter & Traveling with IVF Meds
Welcome to Season 3 Episode 7 of the pod. I guess this episode is all about sleep and how much I love it because I mention it about three times on this week’s podcast episode. It’s been a rainy and windy last three days in New York City from this Nor-Easter and it’s making me extra sleepy. I…
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Third Claps The Charm
If you thought last episode was chaotic, wait until you listen to this one! No notes, very few thoughts in my head, but I thought, "why not release a podcast episode where I'm at my worst?!" lol anyway enjoy!! As always you can email your loves and spirals to [email protected] and I’ll...
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Welcome to the Chaos Zone!
Welcome to the Chaos Zone! I’ve been sick for the last two weeks and if you can’t tell from my voice after listening to this week’s episode of the podcast I still haven’t fully recovered. No clue what it was, but it had me in bed for a week and I’m still so tired I feel like I could sleep for 24...
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The Wednesday Edition
What can I say, this week’s episode is a whirlwind and chaotic in what I hope is the best way possible. Honestly, I’ve been so exhausted I wasn’t sure if I’d be able to record an episode this week, but after a pep talk in the bathroom mirror I made it to my office, set up a mic, and started...
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Did I really spend $20 on Swedish candy?
Oh listeners, it's been a really hard week and I’m not in the best spirits, but recording the podcast felt like a little place of solace that I could process my feelings and find some joy. Did I also spend $20 on Swedish gummies to cope? Yes, yes I did… I got some not great IVF news this week…
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On a Wish and a Prayer (Video!)
Is this entire episode a spiral? Yes, yes it is. Want to hear hormones take control over my entire personality? Well listen in! I’m kidding, I’m still a very rational and stable human being. It’s annoying, really. If you’re new here, well, welcome! I give a little background on my fertility…
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On a Wish and a Prayer
Is this entire episode a spiral? Yes, yes it is. Want to hear hormones take control over my entire personality? Well listen in! I’m kidding, I’m still a very rational and stable human being. It’s annoying, really. If you’re new here, well, welcome! I give a little background on my fertility…
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SOS - Stressed Out Summer
We’re back for Season 3 of the podcast! I can’t quite believe how quickly the first two thirds of the summer has gone by. To say it’s been a stressful summer would be the ultimate understatement. I don’t think I’ve even had a second to breathe and I’m already gearing up for my next round of IVF...
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SOS - Stressed Out Summer
We’re back for Season 3 of the podcast! I can’t quite believe how quickly the first two thirds of the summer has gone by. To say it’s been a stressful summer would be the ultimate understatement. I don’t think I’ve even had a second to breathe and I’m already gearing up for my next round of IVF...
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HAGS - Have A Great Summer
It’s the final episode of Season 3 and then we’re on summer break over here at Mildly Spiraling. I’ll be back on August 3rd, so please send over your loves and spirals and I’ll read them once we’re back on air! In the meantime, enjoy this episode and any others you missed during Season 1 and 2....
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Knickatoni
Only 1 more episode after this one then we’re going on a summer break until the end of July. First episode back will be August 3rd so put it in those calendars y’all! Reminder to please email me your loves/spirals at [email protected] . You can email me over the summer and I’ll read…
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My Obsessions My Concerns
My poetry instructor had us list out our obsessions and concerns into two columns labeled “my obsessions and “my concerns.” It reminded me of what I’m doing with this podcast. My loves are my obsessions and my concerns are my spirals. Hey…. Our obsessions and concerns tie into our impulses that...
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WTFAWDTS (wtf are we doing this summer)
Episode 15, Season 2, What’s up y’all!? I hope you didn’t miss me too much during the two week break. Well, actually, I hope you did. Did you miss me? Did you notice I was gone? What is life if not to be wanted? On this episode of the podcast, I have some updates from the two week wait that...
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A Break - Two Week Wait
Taking a little break. See you in two weeks!
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The Woo Woo Episode
A new week, a new pod. You know how it works. :) This week I have some updates on my FET and starting new acupuncture, crystals, sage, all the woo soo stuff. It’s been so busy lately, but the podcast keeps me sane and I love sharing my 30s with all of you. Every day can feel like a new struggle…
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My Therapist Recommended a Margarita
Hi Mildly Spiralers, What do we think of that?! Love? Hate? Fine? Just OK? I'm fineeeee.... Really. Y'all my therapist told me to have a margarita. I mean, she doesn't need to tell me twice. I'm considering it medical advise at this point. On this week's episode you can find out if I had…
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Litterer (boston accent) + Updates
I started watching the Rooster and it made me nostalgic for my college years in a small New England town. It made me think of two weird stories that have stuck with me over the years as what I can only describe as Masshole behavior and I use that term with love. Lots of updates on my fertility...
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Official Request for a Surprise Party
This week’s episode is a shortie, but a goodie especially if you’re ready for some serious spirals. I’m currently doing PIO shots and progesterone makes me exhausted and moody. And the weather has shown up in NYC to match my mood too. Lots of spirals like the progesterone shots and being in the…
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Hyperfixations and Anesthesia Naps
This episode is all about hyperfixations. You know those hyperfixations you get when you’re depressed and the only thing getting you out of bed is raspberries covered in chocolate. Well that’s mine right now. A few years ago, it was fun soap. I accumulated lots and lots of soap. I say whatever…
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Creating Your Own Communities
This episode is all about community, community, community. It can be really hard to find community especially when you work from home in an ever isolating world, but I think being a part of and showing up for your community(ies) it’s such an important form of resistance. And it can be a fun one...
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Week Off!
In the meantime , might I recommend you listen to one of the last three episodes you may have missed. My personal favorite is The Case of The Lost Wedding Ring so have a listen and I'll be back with lots of loves and spirals in two weeks! <3
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NYC Neighbor's New Hobby + Owning the IVF Process
You've got to love an episode where you're halfway through recording it and realize you haven't hit record on the video. So if you watch on YouTube you'll have a fun slideshow of my dogs to go with the episode this time! Psssst! I'm on youtube at @midlyspiralingpodcast. Check it out! It's been…
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Episode 9 Trailer
Bing Bong Bing Bong! Tune in to hear all things episode 9 before it drops on Monday 3/23!
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The Emotions are Inside Outing
Cue Sadness Cue Fear Cue Joy Cue ANXIETY because my girls (aka my emotions) have been loud this past week. I’ve been feeling extra emotional lately. Infertility is fucking hard and honestly there’s no way around it. Sometimes I think “why the hell am I doing this” as we enter what feels like…
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The Case of The Lost Wedding Ring
It’s been a busy week and I’m a little thrown off by Daylight Savings time. Anyone else feeling extra tired right now? On this week’s episode of the podcast I share a story about loosing my wedding ring at the beginning of the year. Eeeek! I also went to my first in-person PWHL game last week and...
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I Love When Women
Hi! I just love when women. Full stop. I'm so proud of myself for taking steps to advocate for myself which has paid off big! I have some great news on new insurance with an added fertility benefit that I'm super excited about! I also discuss body image and how I'm struggling as society seems to…
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Witchy Promo!
Get ready for all the witchy witchy witchy details and my loves and spirals of the week
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Every Little Joy and Spiral
On this week’s episode I talk about the joy of watching Alysa Liu skate to gold. As a former skater it’s incredible to see someone bring so much joy to the ice and truly she has cracked the mental code. I need her secrets! This weekend I had the opportunity to see Every Brilliant Thing during one...
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Unexpected Tears and Loving Your Journey
In this episode I talk about the recipe for a hangover from hell post- Valentines Day wine. I unexpectedly get pretty emotional discussing my journey as a figure skater and share my thoughts on some of the Milano Cortina stories so far. Anyway, why are fertility apps so rude? What’s with the…
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Aging Like Fine Wine
It's episode 3 of Season 2 and we're in the middle of another arctic blast here in New York City. On this episode, I discuss everything from aging and getting low key kind of good at pilates, doing creative things just for fun, and being too plugged in. I also talk about my highlights from the...
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Pilates Socks at the Bar
Episode 2 of Season 2 has me on a tangent, so much so that I think I blackout at one point chatting your ear off. In a good way, I hope!! On this episode I talk about caring less about what people think of you as you get older hence wearing pilates socks out to a bar and deciding to TTC in your...
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ICE sucks, IVF sucks, It's Season 2 of the pod, honey!
It's the season 2 premiere of Mildly Spiraling! On this episode I give an update on my embryo transfer that happened at the end of December. I also go through my INs of 2026 which include who the hottest muppet is (imo) and slippery ICE making these ICE agents fall right on their asses. My OUTs…
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Season One Wrap!
Tune in for the final episode of season one where I highlight my loves and spirals of 2025. 2025 was all about finding me again and this podcast has been a huge part of that so I really appreciate every one of you that's tuned into one or maybe all of my episodes. I'll be back in 2026 with a…
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Comfy Hospital Robes
It's the 10th episode and penultimate episode of the season!! On this episode I discuss advent calendars (lovin' them), missing good ole' TV channels, people that still have their Halloween decor up, and awkward social interactions. I also give a major fertility journey update and IVF. Spoiler...
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Just play the hits!
Tracey wasn't feeling well this week, so Patrick (editor, previous guest, husband) grabbed a few clips that make him chuckle and made a short episode for you! Tracey will be back next week for the official EPISODE 10!!! Email your spirals and loves to [email protected] Follow on all...
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Estrogen Soaked Tears
Woah, Episode 9 already!? On this episode, I discuss my love for the Snoopy float, a weird obsession with The Beatles in middle school, and some good cries I had while on estrogen patches. I also discuss how Partiful is taking the mystery out of life and give an update on my IVF journey. Don't...
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Chihuahua Energy
On this week's episode I discuss making friends as an adult, chihuahua energy and alpha dogs, and weird advise I've gotten from therapists over the years.
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Second Time's The Charm
Wake up sweetie, new episode just dropped!! I spilled an entire glass of water on my pants before I started recording this episode and then I lost half the recording and had to re-record most of the episode the next day. But hey, there's a lot going on and we're all trying here. Tune in as I...
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This is a Fast and Free Episode!
And somehow it's already episode six of the podcast! On this episode I give an update on my fertility journey. I included little music cues so you know when to tune in/out if it's not a subject you want to hear about. I talk about NYC's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, M-A-M-D-A-N-I. I also discuss my...
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On the Other Side of a Spiral
On this episode of the pod I discuss one of my worst birthday parties that might have something to do with bee stings, a massage from hell, looking like a homeowner, and I'm joined by the tuck shop Mom herself! Just a side note that I was sent into a full on spiral because I realized after...
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Did I See Notting Hill Too Young? + Bday bb
Hey, this episode is dropping on my birthday! Pour a glass of Riesling or any white wine really and join me as I share a story from summer camp that sent me into a spiral. Maybe it was just that I saw Notting Hill too young. I also talk about looking your worst when seeing your celebrity crush…
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Hot and Humbled
In this episode I'm joined by a very special guest, Patrick Polsin! We discuss the New York City mayoral debate. Hey, just how many parades are there in the city!? We still have no idea but apparently they're all very important. I discuss a weird experience with a doctor who played Heavy Metal...
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Please Do Not Challenge Me on This
Ever feel like there has to be more to life than the Times Square M&M's store? Yeah, me too. On this episode I dive into artist's dates, bad therapists versus the power of finding a therapist that works for you, and how I (along with my husband) decided to move forward with IVF.
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I've Hatched!
A new podcast has entered the world! In this first episode I explore living life on your own timeline and that it's ok to not have it "figured out" at any age really. Secretly it's better that way. I also talk about moving to New York City at 36, fertility treatments and growing my family,...
About this show
Follow me, your host, Tracey on a journey as I explore all of midlife's ups and downs as an ex-political staffer, comedian , and writer still figuring out what the hell I want to do with my life. Always doing. Always curious. Always interested. Always Mildly Spiraling. No really, I'm fine.
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