Side Quest

Your body is supposed to protect you… so what happens when it turns on you?In this episode of Side Quest, we get real about the quiet, confusing, and often invisible ways our bodies can betray us. From chronic illness and pain to mental health and burnout, we’re talking about what it feels like when the one thing you’re supposed to trust suddenly feels like the enemy.This isn’t a pity party—it’s honesty, frustration, dark humor, and figuring out how to keep showing up anyway.If you’ve ever felt like your body isn’t on your team… this one’s for you.

This episode was inspired by a listener who reached out with honest questions about becoming a parent—how to bond with his pregnant partner, how to connect with his baby, and how to know if he’s doing things “right.”It opened the door to a bigger conversation about the pressure parents face from family, social media, and the endless opinions about what parenting should look like.In this episode, we talk about trusting your instincts, letting go of perfection, and learning that being a good parent isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about showing up with love.Because at the end of the day, there’s no perfect way to parent—only the way that works for your family.

In this episode, we’re talking about the hidden resources and support programs that many people don’t even realize are available—from medication assistance to childcare help and beyond. We also recap the chaos of a bizarre shopping trip, share stories from our recent event, and wrap things up with the funny moments that kept us laughing through it all. It’s a little bit helpful, a little bit chaotic, and completely real life.

At some point, it happens… the roles flip.In this episode, we’re talking about that wild, emotional, and sometimes hilarious moment when you realize—you’re now parenting your parents. From managing appointments and medications to having those uncomfortable conversations, we’re navigating what it looks like to suddenly be the “responsible one.”Through laughter, real talk, and a little bit of chaos (because obviously), we dive into the challenges, the guilt, the love, and the absurdity of it all.Because no one really prepares you for this part of life… but here we are.Put on your rose-colored glasses—this side quest gets real.

Sometimes your brain is loud… and wrong.This week, we’re talking about what it really means to live—not just exist. The trips you talk yourself out of, the risks you overthink, and the moments you almost missed because fear got too loud.We get into:Why your brain loves to ruin perfectly good opportunitiesThe difference between fear and intuitionTaking the trip (literally and metaphorically)What happens when you stop waiting for the “right time”If you’ve been sitting on something… this might be your sign.

This week, we’re getting real about friendships — the good, the messy, and the ones that quietly fall apart.From ride-or-die besties to setting hard boundaries, we’re talking about how friendships evolve over time… and why not all of them are meant to last.We break down: 🚩 The red flags we ignored 🟢 The green flags we didn’t appreciate enough 💀 The moments we should’ve known betterPlus, we share some of our own stories — the friendships that shaped us, the ones that drained us, and the ones we had to walk away from.Because sometimes growing means outgrowing people… and that’s okay.Welcome to your friendship reality check.

Kellie and Jenn ask themselves, why are we like this? Unapologetically we approach those many moments in life where you're asking yourself this same question. We are never short on intrusive thoughts, so join on us on the ride! As always, raw and unscripted!

Kellie and Jenn discuss hills we are willing to die on and realize we have a lot of differing opinions. We openly debate some common quips in life and enjoy banter from both sides. We always venture off track and have plenty of stories to share as well today!

Kellie and Jenn take a detour and decide to shoot the shit today. We talk about any and everything that comes to mind in this episode. We are unhinged, off script, and just enjoying each others company.

Kellie and Jenn discuss self talk and how we are the hardest on ourselves. We discuss why it is important to talk to yourself nicely. Your brain likes to fill you with self doubt and we think your brain is a liar!

Jenn and Kellie discuss the inconvenience of first world problems and how they occasionally trip us up. We venture into some hilarious moments in which life just completely threw us curveballs and laugh at ourselves. Life is crazy and chaotic, learn to laugh about it and learn from it.

Jenn and Kellie talk more about mental health and why it is so important to keep it in check. The ladies broach on the Mom For a Minute program and how this sense of community is needed. Again, not trained professionals, just two women with a little experience in life.

We talk about the impact mean girls have made on us over the years, including times when we ourselves weren't such nice girls. Whoever can tell me how many times Kellie gets off topic, WINS!! Haha, maybe in the future. We discuss the many challenges of being a parent, a partner, and most importantly a woman and how to love yourself.