Can’t decide what to listen to today? Well, don’t worry. We’ll make the choice for you! Tune into this week’s episode of At Your Own Risk for part one of Sarah’s deep-dive on the difficulties of decision making, why having endless options isn’t always a good thing, and what the deal is with analysis paralysis.
Gorgeous gorgeous girls have go bags... and gorgeous gorgeous girls know exactly what to have in them! Welcome to the long-awaited go bag episode. Dana walks us through what a go bag is, what the essentials are, and additional items that might save your butt down the line.
It's another AYOR Minimergency where we where we usually sit back and read YOUR stories of surviving and thriving. But today we are doing things a little differently. We are only reading ONE story, and it’s from our very own Sarah Bassy.
Hello there survivors and thrivers! Sarah here dropping in to say Merry crisis and Happy Helldays! No need to panic, but there’s no episode this week! In an effort to practice what we preach in normalizing rest, Dana and I are taking this week off. We’re just trying to make it through the holidays despite omicron rearing it’s ugly ass head, crippling depression and my apartment burning to the ground. Yeah, that happened. But more on that next week.
Ah, the time of year when you enjoy a lovely stroll through a winter wonderland. But wait, it's a lion... a tiger... A BEAR? Oh my. Join the AYOR squad for another wild episode this week while Dana teaches us how to evade, prepare for, and survive a bear attack.
We're all hoping 2022 will be different. And that WE'LL be different. Like, maybe everything will just be 100% different? It's called manifesting. This week, Sarah has you covered as we take a deep dive into New Year's resolutions and how to actually stick to them.
It's us again, folks! Back for another epi- ahh! Did the power just go out?! We'll meet you in the kitchen! We learn about how preventable, enormous, and deadly the Texas power outages were. Dana teaches us the ins and outs of preparing for a winter power outage ahead of time and how to stay safe during one.
It's another AYOR Minimergency where we share your listener write-ins! This week we hear about how you are surviving and thriving with tales of near-death experiences, risky business, and how you somehow lived to see another day.
We're back to part two of surviving the holidays with your family. We love 'em, we hate 'em, we have to bite our tongue to avoid World War 3.
Somehow it's that time of year again: family time. And what goes better with mashed potatoes and football than your annoying, exhausting, wonderful family? In the first episode of our surprise two-parter, Sarah walks us through why visiting home or spending quality time with your family during the holidays can be truly torturous. Also, learn about all the construction going on around Dana's apartment. So fun!
Back in action after a week of rest, Dana and Sarah dive right back in to the end of the world! Or is it? This week, Dana waffles between nervous laughter and educating us on the current supply chain crisis while teaching us what the heck is going on, why it's happening, and what we can do about it.
Well, if you’re like us, you really aren’t thriving lately. And in an effort to practice what we preach in terms of bettering ourselves and avoiding certain death, Sarah and Dana are taking this week off from podcasting to focus on our mental and physical health. But, instead of an episode, we are excited to announce a little giveaway opportunity for you, the listener!
It's our very special AYOR Minimergency Halloween Special where we share your spookiest listener write-ins! This week we hear about how you are surviving and thriving with tales of ghosts, Halloween costume fails and how you somehow lived to see another day.
Ever get that feeling that everyone hanging out without you?! Not after this episode! This week, Sarah is taking full advantage of spooky season, and talking through how to survive the haunting sensation of FOMO. This week, we discuss the origins and the effects of 2014’s hottest meme, and how the fear of missing out is making a big comeback in our post-pandemic lives.
Pack your bags because we’re checking in the the Hotel Don’t Get Murdered! This week, Dana teaches us the ins and outs of staying safe from bad people while at a hotel.
Keep your friends close and your podcast hosts closer! For this week’s episode, Sarah asked our listeners (you) what everyday life stressor is on their (your) mind the most. Immediately, a tremendous pattern was clear: how the heck do you make friends as an adult?! Dana and Sarah chat about friends old and new, how to capture people you like and make them yours, and what makes meaningful friendships last a lifetime all while navigating a global pandemic. Along with some tangible tips and tricks ...
It's another AYOR Minimergency where we share your listener write-ins! This week we hear about how you are surviving and thriving with tales of near-death experiences, risky business, and how you somehow lived to see another day.
This week we take a dip into the At Your Own Risk archives with a lovely interview with one of Sarah's dearest friends, former roommates, and super impressive human person: Morgan Perry Whitten. At 29, Morgan owns a whole entire house. If you're anything like Dana and Sarah, you wonder if you'll ever own a home and if this episode will ever be remotely relatable for you. Morgan is an account director in the marketing and advertising world, but, as a tremendous side-hustle, Morgan has taken the H...
We asked and you answered: what’s the scariest situation you can think of? And wow… a resounding “ROCKETING OFF A BRIDGE AND SINKING INTO OBLIVION IN MY CAR” blasted through the anxious void. This week Dana takes us on a deep dive (truly, we promise… pun not intended) into why sinking into a watery car grave is such a prominent and readily available fear, dream, and intrusive thought. Dana even gives us some tips for handy gadgets to keep in your vehicle to best prepare for this rather unlikely ...
Welcome back to an electro-LIT episode of At Your Own Risk! Ready to sweat? This week, Sarah dips her toes into Dana’s world and tackles the only thing worse than being alive at the gym: dying at the gym. As Dana listens in horror, we learn about a few medical emergencies induced by exercise and diet, also known as Gym Tan Laundrying yourself to death. Sarah then walks us through three horrifying tales of real gym-related deaths based on her intrusive gym fears: Ben Shaw's barbell-induced trauma...
It's another AYOR Minimergency where we share your listener write-ins! This week we hear about how you are surviving and thriving with tales of near-death experiences, risky business, and how you somehow lived to see another day.
If you think COVID-19 is horrifying (spoiler alert: you still should), just wait until you hear Dana explain why melting ice caps and permafrost is the biggest bummer since a tiny bat ruined our lives. Dana walks through why we should and shouldn’t be afraid of Frankenviruses, and why we should trust scientists to do their jobs. Here’s to hoping lightning doesn’t strike twice.
Wazzuppp, cool kids!? Pin back those bangs with a sparkly butterfly clip, cram those feet into some clear jelly sandals, and hunker down with your favorite flavor of Fruit Roll-Up because today we are taking a deep dive into nostalgia and the recent resurgence of Y2K everything. Join Dana as Sarah teaches us all about the surprisingly violent history of nostalgia and how a variety of western societies punished their citizens for their valid, natural thoughts and feelings!
Another week, another impending civilization destroying natural disaster that could happen any second! Join Dana and Sarah as they welcome Misty Stinnett and Lisa Linke, co-hosts of the amazing podcast Go Help Yourself, for part two of this blast from the past episode of At Your Own Risk. Hold on to your pyroclastic flows, people! This week, Dana explains that while a Super Volcano eruption is not likely to happen, it would absolutely destroy life as we know it and the atmosphere would fill with...
Take a journey back in time with one of Dana and Sarah’s first recordings - before they even conceived At Your Own Risk’s final form! We are joined by Lisa Linke and Misty Stinnett, the hilarious and brilliant hosts of the incredible podcast Go Help Yourself, and attempt to absorb as much wisdom and charm from them as possible over Zoom.
It's another AYOR Minimergency where we share your listener write-ins! This week we hear about how you are surviving and thriving with tales of near-death experiences, risky business, and how you somehow lived to see another day.
This week, Dana pivots slightly from her usual “escaping death” approach to life and broadens her half of the podcast to general emergencies that would make you scream obscenities. Up first: what to do if your pet (mostly dog or cat) runs away!
TW: BDD & Eating Disorders We are excited to announce a more coherent deep-dive into one topic per episode, led by either Sarah or Dana on their respective themes. This week Sarah helps us understand Selfie Dysmorphia (who knew it had a name!) because you know things are bad when you can’t tell what’s scarier: the ocean being on fire or seeing a photo of yourself! Sarah walks us through the psychology behind judging ourselves so harshly, obsessing over photos, and even using filters or photo...
Don’t forget to wash your hands, because today’s episode is a real doozy! Dana and Sarah welcome special guest and friend of the pod Laura Robinson for this exciting episode of At Your Own Risk. Laura tells us about her particularly wild trip around the sun, from up and moving to Hawaii to live in a minivan to the highs and (mostly) lows of trying to become a doctor. As she preps for medical school this fall, Laura turns the tables on her old pals Sarah and Dana by teaching them all the ways sin...
You only live once and you only die once, that’s what we always say! Well, at least that’s what we say after this week’s episode. Join Sarah as she guides us through the risky business of the Yolo Economy - also known as the way Dana has accidentally lived her adult life. Welcome to the party, everyone! But don’t fret, we won’t yolo for too long because Toto… I don’t think we’re in Kansas anymore. Wait, actually, that’s exactly where we are. Dana takes us on a wild ride through the ins and outs ...
