We're Not Experts, But...

Liv & Kate

"We're Not Experts But..." is a podcast born from hosts Liv & Kate's personal journeys with anxiety, with the intention of helping others while helping themselves. Each week the pals test out anxiety "cure-alls" to see just how effective they really are. Grab a glass of wine & tune in each week to hear your best friends with a podcast. read less
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Introducing: We're Not Experts, But...
Nov 24 2020
Introducing: We're Not Experts, But...
"We're Not Experts But..." is a podcast born from hosts Liv & Kate's personal journeys with anxiety, with the intention of helping others while helping themselves. Join the pals each week while they test out anxiety "cure-alls" to see just how effective they really are. From meditation to sober living, yoga to sex, Liv & Kate are excited to share their attempts at keeping the panic at bay! Enjoy this silly, scripted look at what's to come and keep your eye out for their first episode, coming soon!

Episodes

Color Us Calm!
Jun 25 2021
Color Us Calm!
Are you ready for a fun fact? Liv hates coloring! Listen in this week as Liv & Kate dive into all things mandala, anxiety over choosing the right colors, and why they have such differing (and aggressive) opinions on colored pencils. Cheers!
No Alcohol? It's Worth A Shot!
Jun 11 2021
No Alcohol? It's Worth A Shot!
So this episode is long overdue! Welcome to the no alcohol week re-do. Listen in while Liv dives into some science-heavy research she did months ago, Kate gets progressively sleepier, the pals agree (for once), and end the episode by meeting Phoebe Bridgers… the fish! Cheers!
Caring For Yourself is Self Care!
Jun 4 2021
Caring For Yourself is Self Care!
Welcome back! After a long awaited comeback after a very tragic laptop death, Liv & Kate are back - this time with a lot of thoughts about "self-care," all set to the melodious tones of a very angry thunderstorm. What is self-care? Where did it originate from? Why has it become another thing we need to be perfect at? All these questions and more will be (inexpertly) answered on this week's episode. Cheers!
We Hate Anxiety A Latte
Mar 19 2021
We Hate Anxiety A Latte
Welcome to part two of the no caffeine chat! No, Liv and Kate didn’t die surprisingly. Listen in as despite her claims that she loves coffee Liv fucks up & calls iced  americanos iced espressos instead, Kate thinks she’s a super hero because she got through this, & they recount their first in person coffee date since October! Plus stick around for a 60 day check-in on meal prepping. Cheers!
Words Cannot Espresso Our Dislike For Anxiety
Mar 12 2021
Words Cannot Espresso Our Dislike For Anxiety
Welcome to the first of a two parter coffee chat! Thank you to whoever voted in our Instagram poll (jk we hate you). Listen in as Liv gives the run down on her caffeine research, which includes Liv trying to pronounce science words, technical malfunctions, & Kate burying the lead. Cheers!
A Quick (Caffeine Deprived) Hello
Mar 5 2021
A Quick (Caffeine Deprived) Hello
Join Liv for a quick hello in place of this week's normal episode. Consider this a prologue to what Liv & Kate are sure is going to be a never-ending saga. What are some of the fun things to expect when you cut caffeine from your life? Tune in to find out! And meet the pals back here next week for a full length, no caffeine episode. Cheers!
Hop Aboard The Hot Mess Express
Feb 26 2021
Hop Aboard The Hot Mess Express
Welcome to the final exercise week! Finally, amiright? Listen in as Liv & Kate discuss, well…a lot of things that may or may not be relevant to the topic at hand. Does Kate still hate working out? Does Liv let us all down? Did they even do the same exercise? Listen to find out! Cheers
Work It Out!
Feb 12 2021
Work It Out!
Welcome back to week two of our exercise month! Are you working out your anxiety with us? No, it’s okay we understand. But listen in as Kate works out her rage for exercise & and expresses her passion for fruit punch. Oh, & Liv still has a lot of thoughts. Cheers!
Working Out Anxiety
Feb 5 2021
Working Out Anxiety
Welcome to the kick off episode for our exercise month! Try not to think too hard about the fact that it’s during the shortest month…Listen to Liv & Kate regale us with tales of ice cream locations, truly lemonade, & the injustice of the American healthcare system! Also, Liv has a lot of thoughts about exercise, so buckle up! Cheers!
The "Write" Way to Cure Anxiety?
Jan 29 2021
The "Write" Way to Cure Anxiety?
“Write” this one down...In this week’s episode, we talk about journaling. And lordy, who knew there were so many forms of journaling? Grab your cutest notebook & your early ‘00’s gel pens & get ready to listen to Liv & Kate talk about Opposite Day & gaining self esteem (YAY!!) Is journaling the thing that finally kicks our anxiety in the ass? Cheers!Don't forget to tune in all the way to the end to hear our 30-60-90 day thoughts about DIY and CBD!
"Just Breathe”
Jan 22 2021
"Just Breathe”
Breathing! Everyone does it, everyone loves it. But can it cure anxiety? Ask anyone who’s been told to “just breathe” during a panic attack. But breath work can actually be a breath of fresh air (get it?)! So go ahead - lay flat on your floor, close your eyes, & listen to the soothing sounds of Liv talking about meat planning (yes) & Kate talking about being a breathing professional. Cheers!
A Meal Preppin Good Time
Jan 16 2021
A Meal Preppin Good Time
Sit down, pour yourself a glass of wine (or three - no judgement, especially these days!!) and listen to this week's episode all about meal prep! Liv gives Kate a rundown on her  solo dive into planning, prepping, and eating two weeks worth of meals. Listen to this episode and maybe you too shall receive one singular tortellini.  What do you think, is meal prepping a 10/10 on the anti-anxiety scale??   Listen to find out!
CBD Take II - The Mini Episode
Jan 3 2021
CBD Take II - The Mini Episode
Starting the new year the way they ended the old one - talking about CBD & not uploading the day they said said would! Do Liv & Kate continue on the CBD adventure?
C B D You Later, Anxiety
Dec 25 2020
C B D You Later, Anxiety
Sit down, pour yourself a glass of wine and listen as the pals take you through the ins & outs of their personal experiences with using CBD to curb their anxiety symptoms. Don't worry - Kate did some research, Liv talks about price point, and they both bring some open ended questions to the table. Does CBD score a 10/10 on the anti-anxiety scale??   Listen to find out!
DIY Take II - The Mini Episode
Dec 11 2020
DIY Take II - The Mini Episode
Hello & welcome to the first minisode!  Listen in as Kate & Liv continue their conversation on DIY & why they even need these minisodes in the first place.  Then come on a journey as they gradually get more & more off topic until you eventually end up in Liv’s depression cottage & Kate’s depression cave!  See you next week for a  little CBD full length episode action.
Can We DIY Our Anxiety Away?
Dec 4 2020
Can We DIY Our Anxiety Away?
Welcome to Liv & Kate's first official episode! Sit down, pour yourself a glass of wine (or your preferred beverage, we don't judge) and listen to the pals take you through the ins & outs of their personal experiences with DIY. Don't worry - even though they're not experts, Liv did do a little research into the effects of DIYing on anxiety. Did their projects cure them?   Listen to find out!
Introducing: We're Not Experts, But...
Nov 24 2020
Introducing: We're Not Experts, But...
"We're Not Experts But..." is a podcast born from hosts Liv & Kate's personal journeys with anxiety, with the intention of helping others while helping themselves. Join the pals each week while they test out anxiety "cure-alls" to see just how effective they really are. From meditation to sober living, yoga to sex, Liv & Kate are excited to share their attempts at keeping the panic at bay! Enjoy this silly, scripted look at what's to come and keep your eye out for their first episode, coming soon!