145: 2023 Fall Foods Taste Test
It's that time of year again! We're back for our second annual fall foods taste test. Find out which pumpkin- and apple-flavored treats we loved and which ones we would never try again.
Sep 27, 2023•49 min
I'd Rather Stay In
I’d Rather Stay In follows hosts Megan Myers and Stephie Predmore as they discuss culture and trends through the eyes of introverts. Occasionally joined by special guests, the two socially awkward friends share their thoughts on topics ranging from the enneagram to the fine art of gift giving and everything in between.
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144: The Era of Barbie's Renaissance
It's the summer of womanhood. Let's talk about it and why the dude bros are so pressed about it.
Aug 08, 2023•1 hr 2 min
143: Introverted Travel
" Traveling as an introvert can be an interesting process. This week, we're talking about how we travel as two introverts and how we handle it. Quick Links: Megan's bird app: https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/ "
Jul 18, 2023•1 hr 2 min
142: We're Still Here
Oops. We forgot that we existed there for a minute. But don't worry, we're still here! Find out what we've been up to these past few months.
Jun 29, 2023•59 min
141: IRSI Book Club: Spare with Ade Olayinka
It's time for another episode of IRSI Book Club! This time, we're discussing Spare by Prince Harry and are joined by one of our favorite guests, Ade Olayinka. Follow Ade on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theadebolayinka/ Quick Links: Elizabeth Holmes: https://www.instagram.com/eholmes/ Dr. Gabor Mate: https://www.instagram.com/gabormatemd/
Mar 14, 2023•1 hr 41 min
140: Fandoms with Connie Lau
What is a fandom, and why and how does it go beyond simply enjoying a piece of media? Today's guest, Connie Lau, helps us investigate this question as we dive into the good, the bad, and the healing of fandoms and fandom communities. Quick Links: The Ringer-Verse podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ringer-verse/id1558211702 Oligies with Allie Ward: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ologies-with-alie-ward/id1278815517 Washington Post on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@washingto...
Mar 07, 2023•53 min
139: Top Tens
Today we're having some fun and sharing some of our top 10s! Find out what annoys us AND what makes us happy, our favorite pieces of comfort media, and our top food experiences.
Feb 28, 2023•1 hr 5 min
138: Breaking Generational Cycles with Tina Bauer
For children of trauma, breaking generational cycles for their own children can be hard and heavy, yet healing, work. This week, we are joined by adoptee and former foster youth Tina Bauer to talk about what breaking generational cycles means to her and how she's working toward doing so with her own son. Follow Tina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tinaa_bauerr/ Quick Links: What Happened to You?: https://bookshop.org/p/books/what-happened-to-you-conversations-on-trauma-resilience-and-hea...
Feb 14, 2023•38 min
137: Valentine's Day
We're finally talking about Valentine's Day! (We know, we know, you've been waiting with baited breath.) We're chatting about the origins of Valentine's Day, what we like about the holiday, and what we could do without.
Feb 07, 2023•44 min
136: Credit Scores with Janeil Pierre
Do credit scores and the credit system have you confused? Trust us, you're not the only one. This week, we're joined by financial consultant and credit coach Janeil Pierre to learn the ins and outs of what credit is, how it's calculated, and what that means for you. Follow Janeil on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janeilpierre// Join Janeil's Credit Millionaire crew on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefinancialpilot Quick Links: The Richest Man in Babylon: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the...
Jan 31, 2023•1 hr 4 min
135: Goal Setting
How do we handle setting goals? What are SMART goals? Why does Stephie struggle with goal setting? What are our goals for 2023? Find out the answers to all of this and more this week! Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com. Quick Links: Ten Percent Happier Podcast: https://www.tenpercent.com/podcast Adam Grant's work: https://adamgrant.net/ Atomic Habits: https://bookshop.org/p/books/atomic-...
Jan 24, 2023•1 hr 3 min
134: Writing a Novel with Lauren J Sharkey
If you're a reader, you might have wondered what it's like to write and publish a novel. Today we're joined by author Lauren J Sharkey to talk about what it's been like to publish her first novel and start working on her second. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Lauren: https://www.instagram.com/theljsharks/ Quick Links: Lauren's cover illustrator: https://www.coolcatkmart.com/h...
Jan 17, 2023•53 min
133: The Great Road Trip with Chloé Daniels
What happens when you quit your job to work for yourself and are suddenly free to live wherever you want? Well, if you're today's guest, you load your dog up in your Prius and hit the road to find out exactly where you want to live! Megan and Stephie are joined again by their friend Chloé Daniels to hear all about her 6-month road trip to discover the city of her dreams. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayi...
Dec 13, 2022•1 hr 1 min
132: Our Favorite Things 2022
We may not be able to afford to give our audience one of everything on our lists, but we're still sharing a few of our favorite things right now. Find out what we're loving these days (and one thing we definitely aren't). Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Dec 06, 2022•1 hr
131: Krampus
Last year we asked, "What's the deal with Santa?" This year we're asking, "What's the deal with Krampus?" Find out who Krampus is, how he came about, and how he shows up in current times. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Nov 29, 2022•51 min
130: AITA: Holiday Edition
This week, Megan and Stephie are reading some holiday themed "Am I the Asshole" Reddit posts and giving their judgement on these holiday predicaments. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Nov 22, 2022•47 min
129: What's Going On?
We're back! Did you miss us? This week, catch up and find out where we've been. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com. Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!
Nov 15, 2022•1 hr 10 min
128: Abortion & the Fight for Reproductive Justice with Nikki Lewis
This week, Megan and Stephie are joined by Nikki Lewis, a birth mom who later went on to choose abortion after finding herself in a second unplanned pregnancy. They discuss how adoption is not the opposite of or solution to abortion (and why that rhetoric is harmful), why only one of her pregnancy decisions has had long-term effects on Nikki, how to get involved in the fight for reproductive justice, and resources for those looking to get involved. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes...
Oct 11, 2022•52 min
127: Fall Foods Taste Test
Been wandering down the aisles of your grocery store and wondered if some of the fall-themed snacks you've seen are worth the money? Today Megan and Stephie are doing the tough work of giving some pumpkin spice treats a try to see if they live up to the hype! Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com. Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee...
Oct 04, 2022•53 min
126: Indie Bookstores with Elizabeth Aspbury
Do you ever wondered what it's like to own an independent bookstore? Learn why indie bookstores play an important role in their communities, what some of the best and worst parts of owning a bookstore are, and get some reading recommendations right from the owner of Megan and Stephie's favorite local bookstore! Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Liz and the bookstore on Instagram...
Sep 27, 2022•37 min
125: The Pink Tax
This one is for anyone who likes hearing Megan and Stephie yell about the patriarchy. This week, they're digging into the pink tax and sharing some things they discovered on a recent trip to the store. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com. Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!
Sep 20, 2022•50 min
124: IRSI Book Club: Black Cake
In this episode, Megan and Stephie do a deep-dive discussion on the novel Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com. Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!
Sep 06, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Let's Talk About Sex, Part 2 with Dirty Lola
In part 2 of this 2-part series, Megan and Stephie are joined by Dirty Lola, sex educator and self-proclaimed dildo slinger, to discuss the stigmas and issues with sex that many people with vulvas experience. From how to spark communication with your partner about sex to digging into your own sensuality to understanding sex toys better, we're learning and talking about it all. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idrathe...
Aug 30, 2022•1 hr
122: Let's Talk About Sex, Part 1
In part 1 of this 2-part series, Megan and Stephie are dishing about their personal backgrounds and experiences with sex, from the sex ed they received (or lack thereof) to sharing when they first had sex to what they wish people would talk about and more. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com. Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!
Aug 23, 2022•56 min
121: Parenting in America: Crystal T.
What does is it like to parent a gender-diverse child in America? This week's guest, Crystal T., is sharing her experiences raising a trans teen in our society. From navigating the education system and the medical system to practicing new pronouns, Crystal shares what she has learned along the way and recommends resources for being a better ally and support system to trans youths in your life. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsip...
Aug 16, 2022•1 hr 2 min
120: Food Blogging
After 120 episodes, Megan and Stephie are finally talking about one of the biggest parts of their lives: food blogging! Find out how they got into food blogging, what they love about it, and more. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com. Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!
Aug 09, 2022•1 hr 10 min
119: Living with Chronic Illness with Jenna Hahn
What is it like to live daily with chronic illness and chronic pain? This week, Megan and Stephie are joined by Jenna Hahn as she shares some of her experience in living with multiple chronic conditions. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com. Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!
Aug 02, 2022•1 hr 24 min
118: Aliens
What was Megan's first exposure to the idea of aliens? Why are alien movies really just about communism? How are our typical depictions of aliens problematic? What is Stephie yelling about this week? Find out all of this and more this week as Megan and Stephie talk about aliens. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com. Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcas...
Jul 26, 2022•52 min
117: Art as Resistance with Ruth L Poor
How can art serve as a form of resistance? What does this look like? Why is it important? This week, Megn and Stephie are joined by painter and art professor Ruth L Poor to dish on all of this and more. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Ruth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthlpoor/ Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a ...
Jul 19, 2022•1 hr 1 min
116: Road Trippin'
Do you love road trips? There are some things we LOVE and some things we HATE about road trips, and we're sharing all of it! Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com. Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!
Jun 14, 2022•46 min
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