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Help! We Started A Podcast!

Ryan and CC

Life doesn’t come with instructions, but it definitely comes with regrets, awkward moments, and a whole lot of “Did that really just happen?” So, we started a podcast — not because we have it all figured out, but because we don’t.

Here, we talk about the stuff that keeps you up at night and the thoughts you laugh at by morning. Dreams, failures, what-ifs, and the occasional overshare — nothing’s off-limits. Think of it as a heart-to-heart with friends who won’t judge (but might laugh a little).

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Episodes194

  • Aug 12, 2025 · 36 min

    Why You Don't Have What You Want

    “Tell me what you want, what you really, really want…” — iconic words from the Spice Girls, sure. But also the question most people can’t answer without spiraling. This episode isn’t a how-to guide on podcasting. It’s not a checklist of mic setups or branding tips. This is about something deeper—the strange, stubborn gapbetween wanting more and actually doing something about it. It’s about the lies we tell ourselves, the blame we hand out like party favors, and the quiet inner critic who knows exactly how to talk us out of the life we claim to want. We break down the three big culprits behind that frustrating cycle of “Why don’t I have what I want yet?”: 💥 The Blame Game – where we point fingersat timing, childhood, the economy, or Mercury retrograde 🧠 Internal Saboteurs – the voice in your head that’s fluent in fear, guilt, and fake productivity 🚫 Action Deficit – the myth that thinking about the dream counts as chasing it It’s honest. It’s chaotic. It’s a little too relatable. Whether you’re stuck in analysis paralysis, waiting for a “perfect” time that doesn’t exist, or just tired of saying next week—this episode is your mirror. We don’t have all the answers. But we’re asking the right questions. And maybe, just maybe, that’s the start of actually moving.

  • Aug 10, 2025 · 24 min

    One Day at a Time

    Ever feel like yesterday was a total messbut today you might just survive? Spoiler alert: yesterday’s disasters don’t get a replay. In this episode, we break down why each day is like a mini reboot of your life’s messy operating system — and how to stop crying over spilled coffee and start showing up like the version of yourself you might actually like. Sarcasm, sass, and some realtalk ahead. Buckle up.

  • Aug 9, 2025 · 36 min

    Mic Check, Mind Check: Talking Through the Noise

    Judge Ryan talks… a lot. Not because he’s got all the answers, but because silence isn’t neutral — it’s filled with all the thoughts and stories that risk rotting if left unheard. This episode peels back the noise in his head, exploring why he keeps talking even when he’s not sure anyone’s really listening. It’s a messy, honest dive into the tension between silence and speech, and how talking can be a way of figuring out who we are. Along the way, he tackles the illusion of audience—spoiler: the crowd isn’t always there—and shares how speaking out loud becomes an act of self-construction, a way to make sense of tangled memories and big feelings. Plus, there’s a nod to a certain time-traveling song that still brings him back to a moment of quiet admiration, inspiring everything from books to an adventure novel. If you’ve ever wondered why some people just won’t shut up, this episode might have your answer.

  • Aug 8, 2025 · 34 min

    Who Moved the Couch?

    Ever walked into a familiar room and stubbed your toe on a piece of furniture that definitely wasn't there before? Judge Ryan gets it. That primal scream? It's not just about your shin; it's about the universe constantly rearranging your life'sfurniture without asking. In this hilariously relatable episode, we dive into our stubborn human resistance to change – from minor domestic disruptions to major life upheavals. Why do we cling to thefamiliar like a cat to a sunbeam? Why is fighting change more exhausting than just adapting? Discover the art of rearranging your internal furniture, finding new pathways in chaos, and even locating those long-lost remotes (both literaland metaphorical). Learn to navigate life's unexpected redecorations with grace, humor, and minimal bruising. Tune in to stop stubbing your toes and start appreciating the new view. Because, let's face it, your old living room was probably getting a little stale anyway.

  • Aug 7, 2025 · 35 min

    The Art of Petty

    Not all saints wear halos. Some throw silent treatments like ninja stars and draft captions so passive-aggressive they belong in a weapons museum. In this episode, we deep-dive into the delicate, chaotic, and strangely satisfying universe of pettiness. Where’s the line between poetic justice and straight-up toxicity? Is there such a thing as healthy revenge? And why does it feel so damn good to be just a little bit petty sometimes? It’s time for science, sass, and a spiritual awakening—petty edition.

  • Aug 6, 2025 · 30 min

    How to Grow your Bank Account

    What happens when you stop obsessing over your bank account and start investing in the one asset that actually scales—you? Welcome to Help, We Started a Podcast!—a brutally honest and slightly uncomfortable deep dive into the weird relationship we all have with money, self-worth, and chasing success without losing your soul (or your Spotify password). We won’t tell you to skip lattes, start a dropshipping empire, or believe your way into a Lambo. Instead, we’ll talk about how personal growth is financial literacy, why your skill set is your real currency, and how to stop being emotionally overdrafted even when your balance is fine. Whether you’re broke, building, or somewhere in between, this is your weekly permission slip to learn, laugh, and level up—without the burnout.

  • Aug 5, 2025 · 42 min

    Expect Nothing, Live Your Purpose

    Ever feel disappointed because someone didn’t do what you silently assumed they would? Welcome to the exhausting world of expectations — those invisible contracts you never told anyone they signed. In this episode, Judge Ryan takes you on a no-fluff, no-mercy deep dive into why tying your happiness to other people’s actions is a losing game, and how to walk away from it without becoming a cynical hermit. We’ll unpack the hidden weight of expectation, the unexpected freedom of letting go, and the power of building a life driven by your own purpose — not someone else’s approval. You’ll learn how to stop keeping score, protect your energy, and create a personal operating system that runs on your own fuel. All served with a healthy dose of sharphumor, unfiltered truths, and the occasional sarcastic jab (because enlightenment should be entertaining). If you’ve ever wanted to stop waiting for people to “do better” before you can feel at peace, or you’ve been curious about what life feels like when you expect nothing but still live fully, this one’s for you.

  • Aug 3, 2025 · 34 min

    The Unsung Hero of Your Own Narrative

    In this episode, you’ll be forced to confront an uncomfortable truth: the most important person in your life will turn out to be… you. (Yes, you. The one currently wearing socks with slippers.) You’ll drag your partner, your kids, your parents, your best friend, and your crush off the emotional pedestal, and you’ll find out why pinning your entire well-being on them will end about as well as building a dream house on Jell-O. You’ll learn how strategic self-interest will make you a better human for everyone else, why “boundaries” will stop sounding like a bad word, and how to put yourself first without becoming the human version of a traffic jam. Along the way, you’ll get called out for your questionable fashion choices, be reminded to drink water, and finally be given permission to eat the good chocolate before anyone else gets to it. By the end, you’ll stop seeing self-prioritization as selfishness and start treating it like what it is: basic maintenance for the one engine your life runs on. Because if you burn out, the rest of the show stops — and spoiler alert: no one’s auditioning to play you better than you can.

  • Aug 2, 2025 · 53 min

    My Imaginary Love Life: Confessions of a Delulu Queen

    Some people journal. Some meditate. And then there are those of us who stage full-blown rom-coms in our heads starring people who barely know we exist. Welcome to the cinematic universe of our delusions, where crushes always text back, breakups have perfect background music, and public love confessions happen in the most inconvenient yet romantic locations. In this episode, Ryan teams up with Jera, the self-proclaimed CEO of Delulu, to spill all the tea on imaginary boyfriends, fake anniversaries, and those oddly specific “meet-cute” scenarios we’ve all rehearsed in the shower. From beginner fantasies (“married in my head”) to advanced plots involving amnesia, dramatic make-ups, and Netflix adaptations of our fake love lives — nothing is off-limits. So buckle up… or don’t. In delulu land, seatbelts are optional and the playlist is always OPM love songs at full blast. Warning: Side effects may include uncontrollable giggles and texting your bestie, “This is so us.”

  • Aug 1, 2025 · 36 min

    Friend to All, Known by None

    You’ve got the emotional antennae of a superhero — sensing vibes, reading rooms, and decoding feelings like it’s your day job. But when it’s your turn to be heard, the signal drops. Why are you so damn good at understanding everyone else, yetso often left feeling invisible? In this episode of Help, We Started a Podcast, we unpack the gift and curse of being the emotional Wi-Fi everyone taps into — and explore how tofinally get your own connection back. Ready to stop running on empty? Tune in and let’s get real.

  • Jul 31, 2025 · 32 min

    The Micro-Magic of Mirth

    Tired of chasing that elusive 'big happy' that always seems to be just out of reach (or comes with too many strings attached)? Judge Ryan is here to tell you that happiness isn't a grand prize; it's hiding in plain sight, disguised as yourperfectly toasted bagel. In this witty and wonderfully sarcastic soliloquy, we dive into the surprisingly profound art of appreciating life's "micro-moments." Forget scaling Mount Success – we're talking about the joy of finding a matching sock, or a green light when you're late. Discover why our brains are terrible at spotting these tiny delights, how to rewire your joy sensors, and why this seemingly simple shift is actually the most effective strategy for not just surviving, but genuinely enjoying this whole 'being alive' thing. Prepare for some uncomfortable truths, a few laughs, and maybe, just maybe, a newfound appreciation for the utterly unremarkable.

  • Jul 31, 2025 · 34 min

    The Law of Attraction

    Let’s cut the fluff. The Law of Attraction isn’t your cosmic delivery service—it’s a mirror reflecting who you are, not what you beg for at 11:11. In this episode, we go beyond the Pinterest version and dive deep into what it really means to attract the good stuff: fulfilling experiences, meaningful relationships, and inner peace that doesn’t depend on payday. You’ll learn why becoming > wanting, how to audit your alignment, and what it actually looks like to shift your frequency in the middle of a messy, modern life. If you’ve been trying to manifest change but still feel stuck, this is your invitation to stop scripting your future and start embodying it. Less “wish list,” more who you are when no one’s watching. Let’s realign—because the universe isn’t listening to your words. It’s vibing with your energy.

  • Jul 30, 2025 · 38 min

    The Anatomy of Emotional Whiplash

    Ever caught feelings, freaked out, and vanished like Batman after a bad date? Same. In The Anatomy of Emotional Whiplash, we dive headfirst into the chaotic minds of those who want connection but treat intimacy like a haunted house—terrifying, confusing, and somehow always requiring an escape route. This brutally honest episode breaks down the avoidant heart: the hot-and-cold texts, the sudden fade-outs, the inner dialogue of someone who loves deeply but runs even faster. If you've ever ghosted someone and grieved them at the same time, this one's for you. Welcome to Help! We Started a Podcast—where we dissect the messiest parts of modern love with humor, heart, and just enough emotional damage to keep it interesting. Buckle up, buttercup. Emotional whiplash starts now.

  • Jul 29, 2025 · 34 min

    Energy Vampires vs. Human Power Banks

    Not all exhaustion comes from a long day—sometimes it’s a long conversation with the wrong person. In this episode, Judge Ryan flips the switch on emotional energy. Are you constantly recharging people who never return the favor? Or worse—are you the one unknowingly draining the room? We’re talking about real energy—not caffeine or crystals, but the quiet, invisible current between humans. From One-Up Leecher types to spotlight stealers, this episode maps out the power dynamics hiding in our daily interactions. And don’t worry—no one’s canceling anyone (yet). This is less witch hunt, more mirror check. Plug in if you're brave enough. It's time to audit your power sources.

  • Jul 28, 2025 · 35 min

    God Complex, Trash WiFi: The Curse of Potential

    This episode dives headfirst into the brutal, messy truth of why you're still stuck, perpetually living in the "almost." We're tearing down the insidious notion of "potential" – that quiet curse leaving you never quite arrived. If your digital life is a graveyard of half-baked brilliance, get ready to confront the real reasons why your brain chases dopamine spikes from new ideas instead of building actual, sustainable progress. We'll expose procrastination for what it truly is: grief in a wig, a quiet funeral for the version of you who was "supposed to be there by now." This isn't about quick tips or more productivity hacks you'll abandon; it's a hard, honest look at the underlying "belief problem" beneath your ambition. It's time to stop bullshitting yourself and finally download your own internal update. Fair warning: This episode features strong language and occasional colorful expressions from Judge Ryan. Buckle up, you magnificent bastard.

  • Jul 26, 2025 · 35 min

    10 Phrases That Sound Like Love (But Might Be Psychological Landmines)

    You thought it was flirting. Turns out, it was foreshadowing. In this episode, Ryan goes full judge, jury, and emotional forensic analyst on the seemingly sweet phrases that often mask manipulation. From “you’re not like other guys” to “if you love me, prove it,” we’re breaking down how compliments can become control tactics. No shame, no dragging—just decoding. This isn’t about villainizing people—it’s about finallynaming the thing that kept you up at 2AM rereading texts and doubting your sanity. If you’ve ever been lovebombed, breadcrumbed, or guilt-tripped into silence—this one’s your red flag revelation. And yes, we brought receipts.

  • Jul 25, 2025 · 30 min

    Ghost Protocol: How to Heal Without Burning Your Life Down

    You say you’re over it—but your playlist, your trauma responses, and that one ghost emoji you keep sending say otherwise. In this soul-snatching episode of Help! We Started a Podcast, we dig into the messy, chaotic, painfully relatable journey of healing. From naming your emotional ghosts (yes, even the ex who still haunts your group chat) to learning how to rewrite your story without setting fire to your entire past, this episode is your permission slip to be haunted and functional. If you've ever tried to manifest your dream life with one foot still stuck in the grave of your last situationship—this one’s for you. 🎙️ Segments: Haunted, But Make It Functional The Mirror and the Map Rewriting the Ending Outro: Fold the Chapter, Don’t Burn the Book Because you’re not broken. You’re just under emotional renovation.

  • Jul 21, 2025 · 32 min

    Fold Your Kumot, Fix Your Life

    You know that old line—“How you do one thing is how you do everything”? Yeah, it’s not just a Pinterest-worthy quote or a tweet to flex your deep thoughts. It’s the brutal, honest truth lurking in your messy room, your unopened emails, and your “just this once” excuses. In Episode 17 of Help! We Started a Podcast, Ryan gets real about the small, everyday choices that secretly shape your entire life. From folding your kumot (bed blanket) to clearing your digital clutter, and the slippery spiral of “just this once” moments, this isn’t a productivity sermon—it’s a no-nonsense look at why your habits aren’t just habits—they’re your identity. If you’ve ever ghosted yourself, ignored your inbox, or wondered why you feel stuck even though you “rested,” this episode is your wake-up call wrapped in Tito-level chill vibes. So, grab your coffee (or your late-night beer), fold that blanket, and start showing up for yourself—even when no one’s watching.

  • Jul 16, 2025 · 1 hr

    Cognitive Dissonance:The Lies We Tell Ourselves to Sleep At Night

    Judge is not alone in today’s spiral. He’s joined by two men who look like they’d call you “too emotional” but will cry in the car when their favorite song hits: Boss Lutz and Papa Denz—the brains, brawn, and back pain behind The Opinionated Titos podcast. Together, these emotionally complex titos crack open the beautiful disaster that is cognitive dissonance—that thing men do when they say they’re good guys but act like emotional Houdinis. In this episode, we ask: – Can you ghost someone gently? – Is “I’m not ready” just code for “I liked the attention”? – Do you actually feel guilty, or is that just last week’s Spotify playlist haunting you? We dive into the mess of men who want love, fear effort, and confuse growth with discomfort. It’s brutal. It’s hilarious. It might just be healing. 🎙️ Help! We Started a Podcast — featuring guests from The Opinionated Titos, where tough questions meet soft realizations… and no one leaves emotionally intact.

  • Jul 9, 2025 · 49 min

    Sorry I Healed Without Permission

    They loved you when you were quiet. When you were self-sacrificing, soft-spoken, and swallowing your needs like vitamins. But now? You’ve got boundaries, peace, and a glow they can’t dim—and suddenly, you’re the problem? Welcome to Episode 15: a spicy, soul-searching callout on what really happens when you start healing for real. Not the IG-aesthetic kind—but the messy, grief-laced, peace-protecting kind that costs you people, patterns, and even the old version of yourself. Judge and Coach are here to unpack it all: the backlash, the identity shifts, the weaponized guilt, and why your growth feels like rejection to those who thrived on your silence. This episode is for anyone who’s ever been villainized for getting better. Your evolution isn’t up for debate. And if that makes you “toxic”? Baby, pass the biohazard sign. 🧃