Unapologetically Messy

Obviously it has been awhile since we have posted.  Unfortunately we have had a loss within our Unapologetically Messy family.  Bill (the father of Steph's sons) passed away a couple weeks ago due to a long battle with Cerebral Adrenoleukodystrophy.  We recorded this podcast prior to his passing however, we all took some time away to be near family.  Please keep my nephews, their grandparents and my sister and her husband in your thoughts as they do their best to get through this loss. We are looking forward to coming back soon, messier than ever.  In the mean time, enjoy this show.

It is with raw honesty and vulnerability that Moe shares her personal journey with mental illness, compounded by the complexities of physical health issues. Tune in for a raw conversation about resilience, hope, and the connection between physical and mental well-being.  As we wrap up Mental Health Awareness Month we also discuss Men's mental health.  If you or someone you know is struggling or having thoughts of suicide, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline  at 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org . In life-threatening situations, call 911.

It is with braveness and transparency, that Steph shares her story today.   Please listen in to her personal battle with mental health and how she continues to overcome.  We are aware that these past few shows have been a bit heavy.  This is something that is important to us and our families.  If you or someone you know is struggling or having thoughts of suicide, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline  at 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org . In life-threatening situations, call 911.

Get ready for a deep dive into a crucial topic this month. Join us as we navigate through the realm of childhood mental health on our Mental Health Awareness journey. Discover startling statistics about adolescent mental health and gain insights into initiating meaningful conversations with our youth. Together, let's explore the intricate connection between bullying and the mental well-being of our younger generation. *If you or someone you know is struggling or having thoughts of suicide, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline  at 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org . In life-threatening situations, call 911.

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. This topic is very near and dear to our hearts.  During the month of May we will be discussing this with each show.  These conversations can be difficult but join us as we help to break the stigma.   If you or someone you know is in crisis right now, please call the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. If you require emergency help, please call 911 or go to your local hospital emergency room.

Wow!  This episode is all over the place , but I promise you will laugh!  Tune in as we discuss reasons why you may want to avoid sugar free gummy bears, Learn some useless and intriguing information about cicadas, talk about old sayings and how they got their meaning... oh and of course grief.  Word!

Big Yikes, We are such dog water!  We meant to put this out last Tuesday Tuesday, but we’ve been out touching grass. Sorry brother!  Skibidi Toilet!  -If you have no idea what we are saying (don't worry, we don't either) TUNE IN!

Ok, I think we got most of our giggles out last week.  Back to business.  Tune in as we discuss the common misconceptions associated with grief, Steph's new love for birds and say our goodbyes to the Question Jar.

I think we lost our voices along with a few pounds from laughing with this episode!  Join us as we recall some humorous moments we experienced as caregivers for our father.  After all, laughter is the best medicine.  We discuss it all while attempting to paint a picture of each other.  You are not going to want to skip this one!!

This episode actually provides some educational information.  Join us as we discuss Colorectal Cancer and the recent changes in preventative testing recommendations. We will also share a personal story of colorectal cancer from someone close to us.  This wouldn't be Unapologetically Messy if we didn't pull our regular antics.  Don't worry, we also talk about questionable meats, give our opinion of blue ice cream and pay homage to our favorite leprechaun.

We are back from our break and goofier than ever.  This unstructured, light hearted season two opener is just what we needed before we get into some more serious topics.  Don't worry we will always make you laugh. ENJOY !

Tune in this week as we recap the Super Bowl (well ok, just the halftime).  Today we give out our very first Scumbag award.  We also discuss how far some will go to avoid aging.  While making fools of ourselves, we will tell you how to pronounce the most mispronounced words in the English language. And finally, If you are planning to climb Mt. Everest anytime soon, make sure you use the restroom first!

This is one for the books, to say the least!  Tune in as we discuss Super Bowl facts.  Are you in it for the commercials, the half-time show or are you rooting for your team?  We also will give you some great ideas for the Valentines in your life.. or should we say ex-Valentines?  Finally, what would any show be without nonsense and laughter?!

Do you understand what our Gen Z kids are saying??  We sure don't.  Join us as we try to understand todays slang and compare it to "our day"  We will also discuss the recent verdict in the Crumbley case.  Side note - You're not going to want to miss this breaking news about Lil' Jon.

If you have ever wondered what exactly Unapologetically Messy means, this show should provide a clear picture!  We are who we are.  No apologies!  Please join us for some serious giggles today! By the way.. We're Global baby!!

Come along and ride on another fantastic voyage with Steph and Moe.   Join us as we slide into the topic of how we deal with the secondary losses that come along with grief. As always, we are a little over caffeinated and provide a few laughs along the way.

Another humorous round with Steph and Moe.  This time we are joined by our first guest!  Welcome our Cousin Britt to the show! Three is never a crowd when we get together!  Hope you enjoy!

Happy New Year!  We are back and messier than ever! We are so excited to continue this journey with you by our side.

Join us as we wrap up 2023 with a few laughs.  We will get back to our normal agenda next week.  For now, kick back and enjoy the laughs.

Thank you for all the love and support! Today we recap the events of the week and encourage a little extra kindness at Christmas time.  We also take a look at how trauma related grief can impact our everyday lives, and learn some ways to get through it.