Shedding the weight of past relationships. Photo albums from people no longer in my life? Gone. Letting go of old connections to make space for the present. #LettingGo #PersonalGrowth #DeclutterYourLife #MovingOn
Master your inner world. Stoicism teaches focusing on your reactions—what you *can* control—instead of external events and others' actions—what you *cannot*. #Stoicism #Philosophy #Mindfulness #SelfImprovement #Control
Struggling with phone overuse? Set screen time limits for specific apps like TikTok or LinkedIn. Reclaim your focus and peace, starting with your bedtime and wake-up routines. #DigitalDetox #ScreenTime #PhoneHabits #Mindfulness
Losing a father reveals a family's hidden dependencies and unknown responsibilities. A profound shift, demanding strength and unexpected growth. #FamilyLoss #GriefJourney #Responsibility #LifeChanges
Your phone knows. If you're spending 5 hours a day on apps, maybe it's time to cut back. Setting screen time limits can genuinely reduce your interest in your phone. #ScreenTime #DigitalWellness #PhoneAddiction #SelfImprovement
Tired of apps stealing your time and causing stress? Deleting X (Twitter) was a game-changer, reducing anxiety and reclaiming focus. What app will you ditch first? #DigitalDetox #AppManagement #AnxietyRelief #SocialMediaBreak
The 'just in case' mentality takes over! We confess our wildest hoarding habits and the food we can't bear to throw away. Prepare for relatable chaos and questionable decisions. #Hoarding #FoodWaste #Comedy #PodcastClips #Relatable
Decided to disengage from online debates. Choosing peace over pointless arguments. My personal journey to reclaim energy and focus. #OnlineDebates #PeacefulLiving #Mindfulness #DigitalWellbeing
Dave and Reese get into their go-to games right now, the ones they’ll always say yes to, and the ones they’d be thrilled to never play again. They cover household staples like Scrabble (Dave’s forever game), party chaos like Cards Against Humanity, and the games that turn Reese into a…
When something bothers you, do you know how to regulate? The key is accepting you can't change others, only your reaction. Discover strategies to manage triggers effectively. #EmotionalRegulation #Mindfulness #PersonalGrowth #TriggerManagement #SelfImprovement
They had only been dating a few months when her dad got sick. He didn’t hesitate. He showed up. He stayed. In this clip from their couples podcast, Reese shares the moment she knew who Dave really was. From Ep. 147: An STD of Love (Happy Valentine’s Day) — a…
They tried to plan a sweet Valentine’s tradition: writing love letters to each other. Within seconds, it turned into toilet paper, ransom notes, and a very questionable metaphor. Welcome to married life. From Ep. 147: An STD of Love (Happy Valentine’s Day) — a couples podcast about love, chaos, and…
She claims his friends like her better. He insists he has “tons of friends.” They debate who actually owns the friend group… and accidentally land on something kind of sweet about relationships. From Ep. 147: An STD of Love (Happy Valentine’s Day) — a couples podcast about love, couples humor,…
They don’t want ballroom lessons. They want a fully choreographed “showstopper” they can randomly perform at weddings. Every couple needs a signature move… right? From Ep. 147: An STD of Love (Happy Valentine’s Day) — a couples podcast about love, chaos, and relationship goals that may or may not require…
Prince. Carrie Fisher. George Michael. David Bowie. Muhammad Ali. Dave and Reese debate which 2016 legend they’d bring back and ask the real question… would they be thriving in 2026 or totally canceled?
Reese is ready to tell strangers about her tinnitus. Dave admits he mostly forgets he has it… until it’s dead quiet. A hilarious, honest clip from a couples podcast about getting older and becoming that person. Listen to Ep. 143: 2016: Before the Algorithms Got Weird
You don’t have to win every battle. Especially online. Reese talks about why she stopped debating strangers on the internet and what happened when she chose peace instead. From Manic Joy Ep. 142: Are We More Stressed Than Our Parents?
In this couples podcast episode, Dave and Reese try to enjoy winter while it actively tries to ruin their house. It starts with a “Clean Snow” martini and quickly spirals into roof leaks, ice dams, emergency pool towels, and Dave ordering knee-high pantyhose for entirely practical reasons. Reese shares the…
Decluttering isn’t just about stuff. Sometimes it’s about letting go of people, old versions of you, and guilt you don’t need anymore. Reese talks about the surprisingly empowering moment of tossing what no longer serves you. From Manic Joy Ep. 142: Are We More Stressed Than Our Parents?
We called each other out. Then the Ring camera caught wind. This is marriage.
Dave and Reese talk about why their completely different personalities are the reason their marriage works — not the problem. Spoiler: no one is switching brains anytime soon.
Different personalities. Same team. Dave and Reese explain why balancing each other out — and actually communicating — keeps their marriage strong. Full episode on the Manic Joy podcast.
During their 2016 deep dive, Dave and Reese remember the era of nonstop Snapchat filters… including one very intense “pineapple under the sea” phase. Peak social media nostalgia.
Dave and Reese try to have a chill Valentine’s Day at home. Tulips. Jalapeño sliders. A “French Kiss” cocktail. Instead? A towed car. Chick-fil-A timing drama. Surprise visitors. And a couples card game that somehow leads to an old “possible STD” story. They talk Type A vs. Type B marriage,…