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I SHAKE MY HEAD

Lisa Gibson & Samantha Sperlingwww.ishakemyheadpod.com
Get ready to laugh out loud with I Shake My Head, the weekly podcast where best friends Lisa Gibson and Samantha Sperling—partners in crime for over 20 years—take on life with zero filter. From midlife curveballs and Gen X throwbacks to hot takes on pop culture and the everyday nonsense most people keep to themselves, nothing is off-limits. Lisa and Sam turn real-life frustrations, random tangents, and “wait…what were we talking about?” moments into comedy gold. With sharp wit, unfiltered honesty, and just enough chaos to keep things interesting, these two aren’t here to solve problems—they’re here to talk about them… loudly, passionately, and often without Googling first. Whether they’re ranting, reminiscing, or completely going off the rails, their friendship is the heart of the show—and the reason you’ll feel like you’re right there in the conversation. Tune in to I Shake My Head for laugh-out-loud, no-holds-barred chats that prove midlife isn’t a crisis—it’s just more material.
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Episodes

HELP!!

The recording is off to a rocky start as Sam tries to play the opening music from her phone. John (our editor) is out sick so the ladies are thinking quick on their feet!! It’s all rustling papers and tinny sound from here on out!! Lisa gets going with her dislike of all things pumpkin spice! Sam isn’t sure if she can handle the new Joker movie, it might be too creepy! The ladies let the conversation roll with childhood toys, Choco Pie, laptops, platform crocs, BH90210, boozy apples, family slid...

Sep 06, 20191 hr 10 min

The Winner is...

We interrupt our regularly scheduled podcast with a fun guest spot we did for the Quadcast!! We hung out with the Quadfather where he tested our smarts and as always Lisa thinks she won.... I beg to differ! We had some pre podcast homework that was to test our knowledge of our 20-year friendship. Guess who did better on that one?! What was hilarious was the Quadfather couldn't keep our names straight!! I mean come on Lisa is so a Lisa and Sam is so a Sam...right?! We hope you enjoy the episode c...

Aug 30, 201955 min

So Ridiculous!

Bring on the rain, loud mowers and infections nothing can keep Lisa and Sam from recording!! Lisa lets it be known she is okay with people seeing her lady bits! There is no shame in her game! Lisa has rejected water but found a friend in mandarin oranges. Sam loves the game show Shazam but doesn't believe Lisa is as good as she thinks! The ladies get their chat on with Sesame Street, Oscar Mayer, WW, Elton John, PB & crackers, toenails, General Hospital, The Rock and our favorite radio annou...

Aug 23, 201958 min

We Got This!!

The ladies are back together and recording in Betty!! Lisa starts off by telling us panties on the clock are no more cause Mike got her a new one! The HHG and friends paid Lisa a visit on Sunday. Lisa got the impression she was missed when the HHG wouldn't let go of her hand. Awww!! There is nothing good about summer TV and a prime example is the BH90210 reboot!! The ladies get going with talk of plants, Liam & Miley, falafels, the Pillsbury Dough Boy, menstrual cups, beach towels, wasps, pa...

Aug 16, 201953 min

Signs are everywhere!

The ladies are feeling like everything is a sign! Lisa has been given the thumbs up to fly home to Saskatoon! With Lisa on her way home that's a sign, Sam should bring Lisa up to speed on what's going on in Saskatoon. Lisa is so Lisa when she questions the existence of scallops. That's a sign she's feeling better! John can't take it and pops into the conversation to help explain but she still doesn't get it! The ladies get down to business discussing the phrase 'the town bike', lounger or shower...

Aug 09, 20191 hr 2 min

Let’s hear it for plastic!

Title: Let's hear it for plastic! Blurb: The dynamic duo is ready to chat but first Sam wants to 'talk turkey'. Lisa hates that saying!! Lisa shows off her fancy new fitbit that can do so many things, she thinks. Sam shares that they are making a biopic and documentary of Wendy Williams life. Lisa and Mike have spent alot of time together and she just now is noticing his little quirks! The ladies are joined by editor John as they launch into discussions on shoe laces, fishing lessons, yoyo's, sw...

Aug 02, 20191 hr

She’s Back!

It's a fantastic day! Lisa is back! Yes, friends of the podcast, Lisa and Sam got to connect (thanks John!) and out of that is a new episode!! Lisa gives insight into her experience at the hospital. There was a lot of men up in her nether regions! She gives us a list of things she never thought she would experience turning 50, prune juice anyone! The ladies chat about their time in Niagara Falls and the six-hour drive that felt like twelve! Sam went to New Jersey to visit John and discovers that...

Jul 26, 201954 min

Reboot Episode 150 | You Don’t Know Squat!

It's been a lonely week for Sam. Lisa is still recovering from her surgery in Ottawa. So no new podcast but they have picked another of their favorite summer episodes "You Don't Know Squat" to reboot for your listening pleasure! This is the last of our mini Summer series friends of the podcast! Sam breaks the news to Lisa...there will be no Pot for her birthday but they have a business idea for Sam's mom! Potcakes anyone?! They explore the world of cupcakes via Crave in Saskatoon and commit a cr...

Jul 19, 201947 min

Reboot Episode 149 I Want A New Judge

Where there is a will there is a way! With John's help, the ladies get to touch base before Lisa's surgery. Her humour is intact and of course, she has hilarious hospital stories!! Listen in as the ladies have a quick chat and then keep listening to one of our favorite episodes from last summer "I want a New Judge"! What do cheap sports equipment, brownies, and unfair judging add up to...Lisa and Sam's Dollar Store sports day! Yup, the ladies head to Sheila's backyard for some good old-fashioned...

Jul 12, 201951 min

Sneak Peek!

Here we go, friends of the podcast, it's a wee peek into the workings of how we get things done! So much to talk about as weird thoughts pop into Lisa's head! She's finally gone and done it, the meth heads have been evicted but don't tell Mike!! This gets the ball rolling as they chat about rebooting food faves, panzerottis, murses, buffets are back, pigeon update and do we need a boat-sized floatie? The ladies share how they prepare to record and their favorite funny moments! Keep finding the f...

Jul 05, 20191 hr 20 min

And so it begins...

They made it!! The ladies are in Ottawa and causing a stir!! The car rental almost wasn't, the plane food was non-existent and during the FB live thunder rumbled!! The ladies had special guest Christa Hollmann in the backseat for the podcast!! They discussed MJ, Farrah, Taco Bell, childhood lies, coconut tequila, pregnant elephants, 2 in 1 ice cream, Blue Jays and $1 hotdogs! They hope to survive their vacation but someone might be better at going with the flow than the other! If you love what y...

Jun 28, 201959 min

Always At Her Expense!

It gets off to a crazy start with Sam bringing up kiddie food at Tim's and Lisa's new hairdo! This kicks off an entire episode of Sam laughing at Lisa's expense!! She pokes fun at the Roughriders which Lisa can't deny they in trouble! Lisa mentions it's time for a new Summer watch and Sam is having nothing to do with that and taps in the HHG to help out! The conversation takes twists and turns with talk of Newman's salsa, Live with Kelly & Ryan, breakfast food, Songland, the movie Annabelle ...

Jun 21, 20191 hr 11 min

Funny, Not Funny ...

It's been a hectic week for the ladies but they pull up their big girl panties and git'er done! Lisa has a lingering burnt taste from breakfast and Sam reveals that they brought Coras back! They both agree their girl Wendy needs to check herself cause she should not be dating a convicted felon! The chit chat gets going with talk of dog life jackets, Jon Legend, boobs on tables, hot wings, HHG makes scones, shriveled penises, V8, banned plastics, Songland and what is a chalupa. The topic gets twe...

Jun 14, 20191 hr 15 min

Did you need to share?

It happened, Sam got sick and became a snotty, coughing mess!! What's a girl to do? She pops some meds and grabs a lozenge cause the show must go on!! Lisa and Sam start off wondering why everything has to have a bite? Lisa has to deal with her husband the pharmacist. Sam wants nothing to do with the new oreo flavour Chocolate Peanut Butter pie. The ladies get talking about Jay Z, the McRib, inflatables, nutella, bitmoji's, the HHG's mom, knick knacks, Trump and Jeopardy James! Lisa and Sam reve...

Jun 07, 20191 hr 12 min

Cold, Cars and Treats...

Betty is back!! Yes, she is fixed and looking pretty!! You know who isn't looking pretty, Lisa! She is miserable, snotty and just praying to find good cold meds! Runny noses and icky Kleenex's aside the show must go on! The ladies chat about going to see Cher and how her butt was amazing! Lisa has questions about Kleenex use and personal space while Sam tries to understand why young woman pee together? The ladies discuss hot sauce on salad, Raptors, meth heads, cherry tomatoes, avocado toast, po...

May 31, 20191 hr 15 min

It’s hot in heeere!!

Someone has gone in for some cosmetic touch-ups and it's not Lisa or Sam! Betty(Sam's car) is in the shop and the ladies are having to adjust to their new surroundings which means no AC cause it's too noisy! As the temperature rises in the car, Sam does her best to explain to Lisa what pastrami, bratwurst, and knockwurst are made of. The HHG got to hang out in an 80's bar and Lisa feels tiny houses are not inclusive. Things get rolling as they chat about Starbucks, Psalm West, Kate plus date, ha...

May 24, 20191 hr 16 min

Hot Dog Curler...WTF!

It's been a better week for Lisa cause all her friends are back in town!! The HHG bought her the best gadget ever....a Hotdog Curler! It's comes with warnings and recipes, who knew! They pay homage to the passing of Tim Conway a comedy legend and Doris Day who Lisa thought was already dead. Lisa shares a warm moment between her and Mike, hint it involves the use of emojis! The ladies cover a lot of ground from Hershey bars, new phrases, 90210, murses, new Oreos, the McRib, pigeons, estrogen and ...

May 17, 20191 hr 11 min

Say What?!

It is all itchy eyes, runny noses, and horking snot!! Yes, friends of the podcast, the ladies have allergies and it ain't pretty! Once they get past the post nasal drip Lisa dives into her newest idea dill pickle chicken wings!! Ewww! The ladies get going as they discuss red bull slushies, triangle dance, pretty litter, Bud light lemon tea, smart cars, Viola Desmond and new pillows. Lisa is back on her pickle kick and shares her love of them even through song! Sam takes that as her cue to talk a...

May 10, 20191 hr 12 min

Hey, Pay Attention!

It has been a non-summer like week...hmmm I think Lisa has some explaining to do! Lisa starts with an apology while Sam tries to understand why Lisa can't read instructions! Once they stop bickering Lisa tells tales of soggy sandwiches and lard like cookies which has them both wondering why they bought them in the first place. The ladies get talking about Matchka or Matcha, Jeopardy James, the Royals, Happy Days, Ellen's hair, Crocs with fanny packs and beefy tomatoes! Sam lists off 10 ways tech...

May 03, 20191 hr 18 min

Ready, Set, Summer?

It's warm and sunny in Saskatoon and Lisa has implemented the no coat rule perhaps a little too soon. Armed with her umbrella and stubbornness she battles cool temps and snow! Sam thinks she's a dumbass but Lisa knows best?! Have you ever wondered why all dog breeds look the same but humans don't? Well, it got Lisa thinking and that only leads to one thing...a very strange conversation! The ladies get down to some chit chat about the HHG and a strange family game of guess the autocorrect, garden...

Apr 26, 20191 hr 17 min

I was just thinking...

All Lisa wanted was a pretty picture of the amazing rainbow in the sky. Too bad Sam kept missing that perfect shot so Lisa could take it!! Yes, the ladies argued through that and then kept it rolling for the podcast. It's crazy what comes out of Lisa's brain, this week she shares with Sam her thoughts on bread pillows, pigeons, Kraft dressing, dude cooking, Tiger Woods and gyros! The ladies discuss daytime TV. One of them thinks it's over after 11 am and the other thinks it's good all day long! ...

Apr 19, 20191 hr 11 min

And Two Became Three...

It's a crazy long episode friends of the podcast!! That's what happens when Lisa and Sam get chatting about the last two years!! Yes...it's their second podiversary!! Things start off with a lovely message from the HHG and then Lisa brings up Sam's 'unkind' attitude. The conversation keeps rolling along with Sam poking fun at Lisa's never-ending to-do list, Wrestlemania, Brooks & Dunn, the HHG, march madness, Fatburger and mini cupcakes! The ladies answer questions from some of their friends...

Apr 12, 20191 hr 37 min

Stop With The Face!

When a new word gets created due to utter disappointment the day has taken a turn for the worse! Lisa is 'smad' because the fancy donut place is out of donuts. Sam does her best with 7 am Timbits but it just makes Lisa 'smadder' but the podcast must go on! Lisa launches into her newest obsession dill and tuna sandwiches. She reminisces about her KD parties back in highschool and Sam gets grossed out by ketchup! So much is discussed from toe bro, DQ dreamsicle, cookie dough chunks, Disney charact...

Apr 05, 20191 hr 12 min

One Click Away...

Well, it's officially the start of baseball season and Lisa and Sam have been ordered by the HHG to go drink beer! Apps were ordered, beer was drank and the Jays lost... it just proves you can't have everything in life! Lisa recovered enough to podcast because the show must go on! The ladies talked about Mama June, the HHG'S face, penis puppetry, unicorn KD, Mental Samurai, and woodpeckers. Everybody does it, online shopping that is and Lisa and Sam share some fun facts, trends and weird stuff y...

Mar 29, 20191 hr 16 min

Baby Shark...DoDoDoDo

Nothing says a long week like singing a horrible children's song!! Lisa finds her happy place singing the baby shark song while Sam cringes! The ladies had a full week and they are tired...of each other! Sam finally hears back from Coras and they are offering coupons or a big treat whatever that is! The ladies chat about putting baby in the corner, labias, BBQ, March Madness, urinals(yes again!) and Tic Tac gum. Lisa and Sam went to the Dragons Den audition and brought the HHG as their emotional...

Mar 22, 20191 hr 1 min

And then we drank...

The ladies are shedding the layers and getting in the spirit of the warm weather!! They lunched with the HHG which turned into drinking wine with the HHG!! Fun was had by all!! Lisa is caught off guard by zippergate while Sam can't believe Lisa cried watching This is Us. They launch into talking about urinals, rubber boots, Mike's lost keys, Toebro, cheese puffs, JLO and Operation Varsity Blues! Lisa and Sam took a few tests to see what kind of smart they were. No surprise Lisa thinks she is all...

Mar 15, 20191 hr 17 min

Hmmm...that got weird

Is the moon in the seventh sun cause this shit is getting weird! Lisa starts off complaining about $3 boring red rose tea. She tries to find her zen space talking about Bob Ross but loses it over the HHG not knowing about pancake Tuesday. Sam pulls a John and goes out for her morning coffee and then makes more when she gets home! The ladies get on a roll talking about movie night, Amazon deliveries, The Voice, non- stick foil, Dilly dogs and near salt. Throw in some random questions, fun I Shake...

Mar 08, 20191 hr 14 min

Oh No You Didn’t!

What a week!! The HHG is back from her vacation and she brought gifts!! Lisa and Sam's day off together is one weird event after another!! First, they take a stand at Coras and then Lisa has words with a rude customer in a drug store. What is going on! Listen in as they discuss magic, raincoats, poppycock, Kenny Rogers, Bananas and pogos! Sam wonders why the HHG's husband is Lisa's screen saver on her phone. The weirdness continues as they tackle the topic armchair critics/athletes and realize e...

Mar 01, 20191 hr 12 min

Belly Up!

The ladies are in a fighting mood, with each other! It all started with a Shamrock shake!! Things get interesting when they disagree about the status of cinnamon buns vs sticky buns!! Lisa is over joyed when she discovers she is finally trendy even if its only her shoes! The ladies discuss everything from tuna vs salmon, an anti-snore chin strap, small pots, to shell or not to shell and who's worse pigeons or seagulls? The topic of buffets was supposed to be fun and light-hearted. It turns ugly ...

Feb 22, 20191 hr 16 min

Edible What!

Lisa and Sam get wished a Happy Valentines Day from the HHG which should have kept it top of mind. However, life is filled with awkward moments and none more awkward than going to a restaurant on Valentines Day! Lisa and Sam forget that its 'that' day cause all they want is food! Lisa weaves tales of bus mishaps and hair woes. The ladies discuss Rob Lowe, bowling, boozy ice cream, cheese puffs and edible butt holes! They have special guest the Dirty Hippie helping them weigh in on Valentines Day...

Feb 15, 20191 hr 21 min
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