Unsolicited With Jenny & Mary

Is menocore the new normcore? We discuss. Also, how do you handle all the gratuitous violence on TV? Lastly, artificial intelligence is here and it wants to be your friend. Creepy or convenient?

Are you down with going to dinner and concerts alone? One of us is, and one of us isn't. Also, the 7-second rule might help you get over your faux pas. And lastly, we deal with our anxiety over the future on a micro and macro level. Good times!

This episode we're talking about what it means to really love and accept your body, and what's up with the recent craze over single-tasking -- i.e. the opposite of multitasking.

The innocent girl, the nurturing mother, the wise, older, un-sexual woman—these are just some of society's pre-approved roles for women. We have thoughts on the status quo. We also talk about how to self-care during this sad, stressful, frustrating time (such as watching the world's most adorable hedgehog video: https://www.instagram.com/p/BOTB0MEj76o You're welcome.)

This episode we delve into all things holidays, from eating to traveling to spending to stressing. Here's how we cope with the craziness (or don't).

This episode we discuss whether or not there's any point in dieting; the dangers of talking politics with relatives; and are people inherently good? We have opinions.

We interview hypnotherapist Amy Morgan on what it means to be hypnotized and how to use it for therapeutic purposes. We also delve into reiki (i.e. energy work) and why you may or may not want to try it. Lots of new-age talk this episode! Buckle up.

Today we talk about whether it's possible to be friends with your ex; our deep love of thrifting; and the ethics behind prostitution — and if it should be legalized. (Please ignore the wonkiness of this episode's audio — sorry!) 

Have you ever thought about quitting your job, packing your bags and moving to the country? Wisconsin farmer Barrett Johanneson did exactly that. We quiz him on the logistics of leaving city life behind to live off the land.

We discuss the mysterious world of bras (including our own embarrassing bra stories); workplace unpleasantries (from silent bathrooms to dirty kitchens); and fashion trends we're loving and hating right now.

It's our first interview episode! We chatted with Bekah Zietz, publicist, international promotor and A&R at Sub Pop Records. She told us about signing up-and-coming bands, letting them crash at her place and her homemade candle brand, The Dank Crystal.

This go-around we talk about our strategies for better sleep; whether or not it's possible to maintain old friendships; and tips for getting into karaoke—including conquering stage fright!

In this episode we talk about whether or not Internet addiction is really a thing (especially ye ol' Facebook); calling in sick each month when you're on your period; and the ethical implications of consuming media by artists like R. Kelly and Michael Jackson.

For our inaugural episode, we discuss the death of the cover letter, feeling eternally bloated, and what to do about friends who regularly flake out on your plans. Are you hooked yet? Pour some wine. You'll get there.