Robin and her wife Mary delve into their fears and anxieties. The end of the world, the relentless march of climate change, and the tumultuous political landscape have left them feeling utterly hopeless. Bill Burke, founder of The Optimism Institute and the host of the Blue Sky podcast, joins the conversation live to share his infectious positivity and unwavering belief in humanity’s resilience.

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Libby joins to explore the delicate art of managing friendships where one person seems to monopolize the airwaves. How do you handle friends who consistently take up all the air in the room, leaving you feeling unheard and unsupported? We discuss strategies for setting healthy boundaries, and how to gently assert your need for equal airtime without damaging the friendship.

To read Robin's Substack about high school horribleness go here: https://robinhopkins.substack.com/p/dont-you-forget-about-me

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Robin's just got back from vacation where she spent all her time and all her money on her family. So it seemed only fitting that we re-visit an episode all about family finances. Jennifer and her dad, Arnold join to talk about how generational trauma can affect the way you think about money. In Arnold’s case, his parents were broke and he became frugal AF. Jennifer, raised by Arnold, learned the value of a buck, but worries about her finances more than she likes.

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