If you’ve listened to the podcast for a while, you probably know the story about how Corey and Tracy met at a lesbian pool party and the subsequent past life connections they have uncovered over the years. But, did you know that Corey gets Tracy a Happy Friendaversary card every fourth of July or that Tracy’s favorite memory with Corey was trying to get past a rattlesnake while out hiking? Tune in for an honest chat about how Corey’s and Tracy’s friendship has changed over the years, the spiritual journey that continues to pull them together, and why Corey wants a doily for their ten-year Friendaversay. In the end, though, they decide on a new slogan for the friendship moving forward -Thriving, Not Surviving. Learn more about what that means in this special season finale!

Show Notes:

• The Kardashians-Check out this reality show about the celebrity Kardashian family.
• The Wallenda Effect-Find out more about tightrope walker, Karl Wallenda, and how the fear of failure can lead to failure.

From being a provocateur to backstabbing and unpleasantness to dishonesty, we as humans often put up with a lot from people, some of whom are genuinely our friends. What can you do to prevent yourself from getting caught up in a toxic friendship, and how can you get out of one when your so-called friend has crossed the line? Tune in for some doozies of stories from Corey and Tracy about the toxicity they have each encountered, red flags to look for, and how to transition out of a toxic friendship. And, if you want to know about Tracy’s fears in keeping a journal (or secrets, for that matter) or why Corey won’t ever go “back into a burning building,” you’ll definitely want to check out this episode!

Show Notes:

• Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage-Find out more about Belle Burden’s experience reflecting on a marriage in which her husband walked out with no real explanation.
• Worst Roommate Ever-Watch this TV series about roommates who turned out to be criminals.
• Worst Ex Ever-Tune in to this TV documentary series about exes who have engaged in violence and betrayal.
• The Kardashians-Check out this reality show about the celebrity Kardashian family.

Why do some people vanish once they enter a new relationship? Tune in for a discussion where we talk all about time management, capacity, jealousy, isolation, friends not liking partners and partners not liking friends, retreating during a time of historic unrest, and all sorts of other reasons people nest. Tracy talks about her limitations being around feelings of overwhelm in that you can’t just prioritize something like hanging out with a friend over a barking dog who is calling for your immediate attention. Corey talks about the social obligation she feels to bring other lesbians together as a way of creating solidarity and community. And, as usual, they don’t agree about traveling with others!

Show Notes:

• Girls Just Wanna Weekend-Learn more Brandi Carlile’s weekend in Mexico where she brings together affirming musicians and performers in celebration of community!