The Wayward Podcast: Recent Episodes
Kim and Briana
We may have wandered off the path, but we are in the right place. We choose to celebrate it. Let’s be messy. Let’s be human. Let’s be Wayward AF. (Frequent adult language and themes.) Music by guitar genius Billy Moran
What are the tried and true ways you use to calm yourself down?
In this episode Kim and Bri discuss their favorite ways to relax, breath, and keep on truckin'. They are jetlagged AF, and Bri is a little drunk :)
Happy New Year loves.
Do you ever Silence yourself or make yourself smaller without being asked?
Are there times in your life that you think you'll benefit from being less?
Join Kim, Bri, and a Burbank air conditioner (not a euphemism) while they discuss the ins and out of how we choose to show up in the world.
Isn't it the worst being wrong.
Or, is it the best? With all the fear around being called out, isn't it the best to get a note on how to move through the world better?
Listen to Kim and Bri discuss the highs and lows of being corrected with their NEW BEST FRIENDS- OUR VERY SPECIAL GUESTS MEG DONNELLY AND DRAKE RODGER!!
Is it ever ok to lie?
Listen to Kim and Briana's opposing view on the answer to this. Also shout out to the people who are able to have different views on a thing and still lovingly introduce the other to them.
The long awaited MAN episode. Kim and Bri discuss the power dynamics they experience while working in a male dominated field and world. They discuss their own personal journeys with what their relationships with their male friends have taught them about themselves and encouraged them to grow.
How does one explain the love, joy and complexity of passion that comes along with being a part of a fandom...? By inviting a very VERY special guest on the pod, and making them explain it.
Please welcome the eternally incomparable and deeply loved smartass, Krista Martin.
"Be kind to each other. Be your own kind of weird."
When is removing yourself from a situation the best thing to do? When is confronting it better? How do we make these decisions?
MATH IS NOT OUR STRONG SUIT!
In this episode, Kim and Bri discuss their different perspectives and styles of deciding what is the best way to move through this one glorious life.
What do you do when your brain 'brains' in a different way than you want it to?
In this episode Kim and Bri discuss how they are able to encourage their brains to get on board and be a team player with the rest of their body.
Special guest NATE TORRENCE!
Is it easier to be vulnerable with people whom we don't have close personal relationships with? Do we fear being judged? Do we not want our besties to SEE OUR INSIDES??!!
Kim and Bri AND VERY SPECIAL GUEST SAM SMITH discuss how we can get closer but gettin more naked (figuratively speaking) with our favourite beings.
BONUS GUEST EDITION! (Matt Cohen crashes!)
Live from Chicago!
Kim and Bri discuss what "loving something/someone too much" means to them. Is it possible to love to hard? Or is it actually love if "loving" demands you don't get your needs met?
I DUNNO! FUCK AROUND (listen to the ep) AND FIND OUT!
In this episode Kim and Briana get the honor of chatting with legend and icon, the incomparable CHRIS SCHMELKE.
The 3 discuss the logistics of the suitcase and the heart when they prepare for leaving town for work.
This episode packs a lot.
See what I did there....? ;)
What exactly is a "Guilty Pleasure"?
Is there really such a thing?
In this episode, recorded in front of a live audience, Kim and Briana discuss whether or not there is a necessity to feel guilty about ones pleasure. Or should we just feel enjoy with WILD ABANDON.
"Do you think you are where you thought you would be 20 years ago?"
Dreams and goals we had when we were younger can look and feel a lot different in middle age. In this episode- with a topic posed to us by an audience member- we discuss how we have made our past selves proud and in some ways still have a ways to go.
Join us for our first live show in conjunction with Creation Entertainment!
I DON'T LIKE IT!!
Waiting for food, waiting for life. NONE OF IT.
BUT maybe waiting is the thing we are supposed to learn to love. It's the in-betweens baby. Or something like that...
It's so easy to make people in your life feel seen and heard, and yet sometimes so hard.
Helpful hint: Food can help!
We're back! AGAIN!
The reason this episode is so delayed is the topic of this episode. SO META!!
Enjoy! xoxo
After a brief interlude (not brief), we decided it was time to come back.
Enjoy listening gab on the floor of a hotel eating cookies. WE LOVE YOU!!
Is personal style really a reflection of who you are? In this episode Kim and Bri discuss how they "developed" their own sense of style and how it makes them feel to wear whatever the F they want :)
"I'M NOT GROSS YOU'RE GROSS"
Wash your hands friends. But ALSO try some of these helpful hints from Kim and Bri!
When does the difference between being "good" and being "bad" turn into just wanting to be right. What really are morals and are they just an opportunity for us all to define our fears?
OOOOOOOOOOOh.
We fancy in this one....
"You're a member of a community and you have a responsibility to show up" -Kim Rhodes' Dad.
Is working out a reward or a punishment in your life? What does it enhance fro you body/mind/spirit-wise? In this episode Kim and Bri explore the different hows, whys, and whats of exercise.
When you're going about minding your own business (or so you think), and you happen to affect others, what exactly is your part to play in that. (DO YOU GET WHAT I'M SAYING?)
In this episode Kim and Bri discuss what they feel is their side of the sidewalk and what they feel is not.
(I promise the episode is not as confusing as this write up.)
YOU'RE WELCOME WORLD.
In this episode Bri and Kim not only attempt to do a recording session via Skype, they also take you on their wild world of THINGS THAT GROSS THEM OUT.
Enjoy...?
When you're feeling lonely, even if you don't find yourself actually alone, what do you do? In this episode Kim and Bri discuss their recent experiences with the feeling of loneliness and what they did to move through their emotions. Coming out on the other side is not always the long journey that it seems, and can also be a long but worthy road to hike.
We've come so far!!! Sorry, friends. The Wayward Podcast is on Holiday! New episode NEXT week.
YOU HEARD US.
Literally an episode about encounters with wild animals.
You're welcome world (Kim).
The stigma behind asking for help is till there strangely. WHYYYYY???
In this episode Kim and Bri discuss their personal experiences (the good and the bad) with working with therapists.
How do you explain the big things to little ones: Death. Babies. Gender constructs.
In this episode Bri and Kim discuss their experiences talking about the tricky stuff with the young minds of their babes
Is "Luck" something that happens to you or something you make...?
In this episode Kim and Bri discuss their various experiences with superstitions, beliefs, Karma, and good ol' fashioned crossed fingers.
When we lose our voice do we lose our ability to communicate with the world?
Kim and Bri discuss their experiences using and losing their voices, and how they learned to get them back.
Who decided that aging was a bad thing? Especially for woman. Why don't we think of aging as upgrading, getting truly better with age? Why are we constantly trying to "slow down" the process? In this episode Kim and Bri discuss their experiences with "The Inevitable".
In this episode Bri and Kim talk about their own personal birth stories. Their expectations, their struggles and their realizations of what its like to be the mothers of two very Wayward Daughters.
***A warning to those who are about to have a baby: these stories might not be the best thing to listen to directly before pushin'. They are tough stories, with very happy endings.
Finally. Finally! We get our favorite Artist/business partner in the "closet" (hotel room). As with all of our guests we get the chance to discuss her definition of happiness and how she goes about achieving it in the balance of her life.
Our egos are important but THEY ARE NOT THE BOSS OF US!
In this episode Kim and Bri talk about what "Ego" means to them and their practices they've used to not overcome their egos but to witness and master those fuckers.
GUYS THIS IS A SUPER DUPER NOT SAFE FOR WORK EPISODE
BUT!
We also think its a super-duper-important-for-life-as-a-sexual-being episode. Kim and Bri not only discuss their personal experiences, but also answer the hard questions like "HOW, WHAT, WHERE, WHEN, WHY?"
ENJOY!
(But not at work guys...)
Does giving gifts give you anxiety? Does receiving gifts make you feel like you are unworthy or suddenly in debt to that person?
WHY THE EFF IS GIFTING SO HARD TO SOME OF US???
Non-Scientists Kim and Bri attempt to answer this question FOR US ALL
How do we know we're setting a good example?
In this episode, Kim and Bri discuss their experience with responsibility to others and to themselves.
When does "trying" start to feel hard and painful. And when (and how) does it start to feel good and create expansion.
In this episode Kim and Bri discuss their experiences with trying and what it feels like on either side of both perspectives.
WHAT DOES IT ALL MEEEEEEEAANNN?????
Kim and Bri sure as fuck don't know, But they're gonna guess. 'Cause SCIENTISTS.
Why do women tell themselves and each other that enjoying things that are considered "girly" is associated with vanity or frivolity?
Kim and Bri discuss their challenges and desire to mis Girliness with Badassery.
Pets! To some they're just animals. But to others they are a lifeline.
Kim and Bri discuss their different experiences with pets and the joy that comes with inviting furry friends into our hearts.
WHAT DOES IT ALL MEEEEAAAAAN???!!!
In this episode, Kim and Bri discuss the concept of time. How it flows, how there's never enough, and where the fuck does it all go. Sounds head-y I know, but remember THEY'RE SCIENTISTS.
Me: "I'm soooooo smart. I made a human! I automatically am the teacher cause I is SMART!"
Daughter: (silence)
Me: "um"
Daughter: (holds up metaphorical key to authentic existence)
Me: Want me to teach you how to draw a cat....?
Kim and Bri discuss how raising daughters has changed them and taught them more than they ever expected.
All the Who What Where's of Kim and Briana's favorite sweets.
Sometimes you need to treat yourself. In more ways than one ;)
Wanna know all the BTS secrets of what happens at the cons?
Well you can't. For many reasons. Mainly our respect for our coworkers and our jobs.
But here's a start to finish rundown from Bri and Kim's experience at a con weekend. I'm tired just posting this....zzzzzzz
Them: "What goes into choosing an episode topic for the Wayward Podcast?"
Us: ......
Us: .....um
Us: HERE
Oh the places we've been....
Kim and Bri discuss the various jobs they've done to survive and thrive.
Friendly reminder: sometimes the places we've been are wonderful, cause they've gotten us to here :)
What makes a house a home? Or an apartment a home? or a closet?
Kim and Bri discuss the evolution of finding places to hang their hat vs what feels like "home".
Sometimes the best friendships are the ones that have been there forever.
And sometimes the best ones are the ones you just started yesterday.
Kim and Bri discuss what makes a good friendship. And they invite some special guests for their input.
"The most compassionate people are the ones with the strongest boundaries." -Not Kim or Bri
Is it possible that we as humans can actually become closer by developing stronger boundaries...?
Guys. This is a filler episode. We're not apologizing for it. We're just throwing out a warning in case you got a sitter so you could sit by your computers and take some really articulately crafted notes.
Don't. Just don't.
Instead, enjoy this casual banter about our favorite playlists and text messages that people probably don't want us reading out loud. TOO BAD.
How does one talk to ones self in a healthy way?
How does one take that powerful inner voice and gently encourage it to use the ol' "If you dont have anything nice to say SHUT THE FUCK UP" saying.
In this episode, Kim and Briana once again prove they don't have all the answers, but they do have a lot of suggestions :)
How do you know when it's time? Time to cut the chord. Let 'em loose. Shit or get off the pot.
In this episode Kim and Bri discuss their different tactics to decipher when exactly it's time for them to let it go.
(PSA: THEY ARE NOT SCIENTISTS)
Hand Sanitizer. Butt wipes. Drugs.
Just a few of the incredible pieces of advice that Kim and Bri bestow for all their fellow travellers. FIND OUT MORE IN THIS EP.
Guys. We needed a break. So this is a whole lotta nothin mixed with WAYYY too much information.
ENJOY.
At what point do our plans for the future become beliefs about who we are and/or must become? In this episode Kim and Bri discuss their experiences with attachment, obsession, and reprogramming ourselves surrender to the unknown. FUN GUYS RIGHT?
How do you decide what you are supposed to do with this big ol' grand life of ours? And is what you're supposed to do the same as what you're supposed to BE...? Kim and Bri discuss what they wanted to be when they were little, and what they feel is their purpose now.
Briana and Kim love to talk about things like poop and sex, and they use strong (possible offensive) language at every opportunity. But at what point is a taboo wrong or offensive, and at what point is it just other peoples discomfort in your beliefs. Is there a right or wrong answer to deciding what in our socity is TABOO...?
Have you ever wondered why you can't seem to say no to invitations or offers, while also experiencing an unfathomable fatigue that wont go away no matter how many zzz's you catch...? You may be experiencing BURNOUT BABY. Listen to Kim and Briana discuss their individual experiences with this over-glamorized habit. STOP. If only for the length of this episode, sit back, kick your feet up with a cup of tea, and have a listen.
Guys, this is the post-convention roadtrip record and IT'S BRILLIANTLY BANANAS. I blame the lack of water and proper nutrients in our systems. Listen as we stop for ice cream, fast food (in that order), and possibly catch a couple in another car... ahem... indisposed... :)
THIS is the wayward podcast.
Kim and Briana are hittin' the road and they're bringing you with 'em! Join them while they discuss such worldly topics as road-rage, pit stops, and what assholes they were as children. Enjoy. And sorry. And you're welcome.
THOSE people. You know the ones. You might still be in contact with them, or you might just see pictures of them swimming with the dolphins on Facebook. Or maybe you haven't seen or heard from them in 20 years. But many of them live forever in our memories, as people who saved us, as people who hurt us, as people who taught us, or people who loved us when we felt unlovable. This episode is dedicated to those people from our past who we haven't forgotten.
WAAAAAAHHHHHH I DON'T WANNA!!!!!
Ever feel this way? Kim and Bri feel it all the time. Why does life gotta get so... LIFEY??!!
In this episode they discuss what they wish they had learned about being a grown up when they were little, and what they do to make sure they're giving attention too their responsibilities and their inner child.
We tried to wind it up. WE TRIED. But when your friend is just so smart and funny and inspiring and open you just wanna stare at her while she talks. And record it. Please welcome back Rachel Miner!
Money. To some its a bad word, to others its a very bad word. Kim and Bri have a very open discussion about their personal and ever evolving relationship with Money.
Kim and Briana have become really good at talking about Feminism, so they decided to shut it (ish) in order to hear the point of view and experience of someone who is not them. Welcome back to the closet - Dad, bearded man, and feminist: Charlie Capen!
Kim and Bri learn how to be better. Lets all learn at the same time from the best shall we. Welcome back Rachel Miner!
Continuing with the theme of 'Happiness', Briana and Kim lock themselves in the closet with one of their favourite people in the world. She's not afraid of talking about her past emotional missteps or schooling us rightfully so on her best ways to experience authentic happiness. She is truly Wayward AF.
Kim and Briana are not used to having a third person in the closet. Especially a handsome bearded one who also happens to be a really dope dude. But they wipe the sweat from their brow and get to work anyway. This week we're talking about happiness with our special guest Charlie Capen.
"How do you become a badass?"
Probably the number one question asked by fans. In this episode Kim and Briana discuss what they think makes a person a badass, and in doing so attempt to define their own badassery while still being wayward AF.
Food. It is a life source, a source of passion, a source of joy, and for some a source of pain and confusion. Kim and Briana discuss their personal relationships with food. and confer about mindfulness, sustainability, and how sometimes saying yes to the joy of food, may or may not mean saying yes that second helping of Spaghetti.
Pain. it makes us fearful. It makes us hide. Whether you're healing from broken bones or broken hearts, the only way through it all is through. So hold your favorite wayward hand and grit your teeth baby. This might hurt a little...
When we speak of self love and self care we often think of positive body image and bubble baths. But what ifwhat we really need is some GOD. DAMNED. SLEEP. Here, Kim and Briana discuss how they sleep and how they sometimes can't...
NC 17! This episode needs no description. But don't listen to it with your boss around. Or your mom. Or do. I dunno! Just... its ALOT OF SEX TALK GUYS. You've been warned. Also, you're welcome.
xo Kim and Bri
Family. Deadpool was right, it’s a four letter word this time of year. But, while there’s nothing to be done about the family we are given, we also remember there’s the family we make.
Other women. Whether they're our Wayward fairy godmothers or sources of frightened feels, the other women in our life are here to stay. Kim and Briana discuss how they continue to learn from all of their relationships and strive to be better women for others and for themselves.
What do you do when you find yourself feeling salty AF. Do you try and snap out of it? Sit the fuck down in it. In this episode Kim and Briana discuss their tactics, because, well, they found themselves in a closet...in a MOOD.
Physical health. Mental health. Spiritual health. SOMETIMES IT'S HARD FOR US ALL GUYS. But we keep trying. Find out what works for Kim and Bri. And what sure AF doesn't.
This is how moms do. In Kim’s closet. We are pleased AF to welcome our first guest to the Wayward Podcast.
Want to know everything there is to know about how the female body works? Go somewhere else. We have no idea what we're talking about. BUT THAT WONT SHUT US UP.
Today Kim and Bri discuss Halloween. For a hot second. Then they discuss what really scares them...
Who are we? What are we doing? Do we really cuss as much as it seems? These questions and more might be answered in our first episode!