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The Air We Breathe

The Air We Breathe

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The Air We Breathe is where sharp humor meets deep reflection. Join Tracey and Lauren as theylaugh through life’s biases absorbed from pop culture, media, and family. From dissecting Disney (Was Beauty and the Beast just toxic?) to unpacking body image through DJ Tanner fainting on a Stairmaster. This isn’t just another “hot take” podcast—it’s a laugh-out-loud exploration of how the invisible fog of implicit bias shapes our daily lives, relationships, and decisions. Question the world while giggling at it! New episodes every other Thursday!The Air We Breathe Pod Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Reefer Madness: The One Where We Meet The Pizza Girl's Sister
    Feb 13 2026

    On this episode of 'The Air We Breathe,' Tracey and Lauren share hilarious highs and shower mishaps with our first ever guest! ⁠Tessa Dattilo (tessafourtwenty420_ on all the socials!) We delve into the intricate world of cannabis, debating the merits of napkins versus chopsticks for Cheetos, and the dirty potency of dizzy 40s. The conversation meanders through reminiscences of TV commercials, Gen Z’s penchant for ads, and fantasy blunt rotations with characters from 'Friends' and 'The Office.' Guests share their cannabis expertise, explain the nuances between CBD and CBN, and we reminisce about witnessing massive weed plants for the first time. Tune in for sardonic reflections on capitalism, the hypocrisy of weed prohibition, and the joys of getting high with edible snacks on lazy days.


    00:00 A Hazy Shower Experience

    00:48 Cheetos and Chopsticks

    01:08 High Potency Distillates

    01:30 Gen Z and Streaming Services

    02:47 Friends Cameo and Dream Blunt Rotations

    07:30 The Office Blunt Rotation

    09:32 Perfect Self-Date

    10:30 Disassociating to Cope

    11:26 Getting Real: Group Text Etiquette

    12:53 Mega Church Pastor's Anti-Weed Campaign

    13:56 Training New Hires: CBD vs. CBN

    17:18 Cannabis Industry Insights and Personal Stories

    18:30 The Dark History of Cannabis

    21:46 Legal and Illegal Cannabis Growing

    24:28 Women in Cannabis Farming

    26:24 Conclusion and Shoutout to Leather Daddy


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    28 mins
  • A Very Special Episode: The One Where We Experience Photorealistic Trauma In The Name of The Youth.
    Sep 5 2025

    Blind Reaction to South Park Ep1 S27

    In this hilariously candid bonus episode, Tracey and Lauren dive into the latest buzzworthy episode of South Park. They share nostalgic memories of growing up with the show and then react to its most outrageous moments. From dressed-up Halloween antics to jaw-dropping political and social satire, Tracey and Lauren leave no stone unturned. Along the way, they riff on everything from Jesus showing up at school to a wildly unexpected depiction of Trump. With plenty of laughs, nostalgia, and over-the-top reactions, this episode is a must-listen for South Park fans and newbies alike! #commentary #parody #satire

    00:00 Introduction and South Park Nostalgia

    01:06 Gen Z's Reaction to South Park

    02:17 Controversial Themes and Humor

    04:05 Political and Social Commentary

    08:38 Jesus in South Park

    16:25 Final Thoughts and Reactions

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    19 mins
  • Fear: The Craft, Buffy, and Empowerment
    Jul 25 2025

    In this season 1 finale (lucky #13), Tracey and Lauren dive into the allure of vampires and witches as symbols of power and seduction in pop culture. They discuss media portrayals, from Buffy the Vampire Slayer to Practical Magic, exploring the differences in how witches and vampires are depicted, often reflecting societal biases. The duo also reminisce about childhood superstitions like Bloody Mary and holding their breath near graveyards. The conversation shifts to how powerful female figures in media can offer a sense of empowerment to young girls. They end with a fun game of guessing celebrities’ supernatural types—witch or vampire—based on their public personas.


    Episode Breakdown

    00:00 Introduction to Vampire Talk

    00:48 Dating Apps for the Undead

    01:04 Superstitions and Urban Legends

    03:03 Childhood Fears and Games

    08:11 Witchcraft in Pop Culture

    09:36 The Craft and Witchy Fashion

    16:34 Witches: From Fear to Fascination

    18:34 The Three Stages of a Woman’s Life

    18:49 Perception of Witches in History and Media

    19:15 Patriarchy and the Fear of Powerful Women

    20:34 Generational Gaps in the Perception of Witches

    22:19 Witches vs. Vampires in Pop Culture

    23:48 The Sexualization of Vampires

    25:56 Female Empowerment in Witch Narratives

    32:07 Game: Spells or Spikes


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    37 mins
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