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Is This Thing On?

Emma Hixson and Lauren Tittleisthisthingonpodcast.buzzsprout.com
Welcome to Is This Thing On Podcast. We're your hosts, Emma and Lauren, two best friends, turning on the mic to talk about everything from dating to mental health. We'll cover topics relevant to any young adult and then some, in funs ways with Guest Interviews, Story Telling, and even Audience Participation. We're excited to welcome you to the friend group with Mic Drops every Friday!
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Episodes

Unpopular Opinions Part 2

We're back with a sequel to one of our very first episodes with our very first guest and very favorite jingle writer. This time we're talking about Chick Fil A, The Office, Football Season, Vegetables, and so much more. Let us know which opinions you agree with and which ones you'd fight us on til your dying breath by following our instagram, @isthisthingonpod

May 21, 20211 hrSeason 1Ep. 25

Acts of Kindness

This week's episode is all about paying it forward. We share our listener's submissions of the nicest thing anyone has ever done for them and talk about ways to spread love and kindness in this crazy world. After listening, join us in paying it forward by doing something simple but sure to be meaningful for someone who crosses your path.

May 14, 202143 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Road Trip Stories

Did ya miss us?? We're back and talking all things road trips. Wanna hear about car troubles, dental mishaps, and brush fires?! Dead bodies, mattresses, or car sickness? Yep, we've got all those and more so buckle up. Figuratively. Maybe even literally, and join us on the ultimate road trip.

May 06, 202155 minSeason 1Ep. 23

The Icks

You may never have heard the term but you're probably familiar with the concept.. today we're talking about 'Icks', defined by Urban Dictionary as " Feeling an intense cringe or nausea at the thought of someone doing normal things that leave you repulsed". All in good humor and not meant to be taken too seriously, laugh with us at awkward humanisms and interactions as we dive into--the Icks.

Apr 16, 20211 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 22

The Best Advice You've Ever Been Given

This week's episode was inspired by Sadie Robertson Huff's podcast, "Whoa That's Good." We asked you guys to share with us the best advice you've ever been given and we compiled them into one episode here to share the knowledge. Make sure to also check out Sadie's profile and podcast below, we think you'll love it! https://instagram.com/legitsadierob?igshid=fv1e0o1i26cv https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whoa-thats-good-podcast/id1433974017...

Apr 08, 202148 minSeason 1Ep. 21

FIRST EVER BLOOPER REEL

In a twist, this week we present to you the first (of many) Blooper Reels!!!! Really dive into the behind the scenes of our podcast and us as humans as you hear lots of mistakes, technical difficulties, embarrassing comments, and laughter.

Apr 03, 202122 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Turning The Mic On To.. Eating Disorders and Body Image

Welcome to our second installment of "Turning The Mic On To..". A monthly series on 'Is This Thing On' where we put our humor and silliness aside to shed light on topics that may be uncomfortable/ difficult to talk about, or even just things we all tend not to know a lot about. We hope you learn as much as we did as the beautiful Brittany Stewart, a psychology major , shares her experiences, knowledge, and passion for Body Image and Eating Disorders. She discusses awareness, steps to change and ...

Mar 26, 202157 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Q&A: Who's Smarter, College, and Stuck in High School??

We're keeping it light this week with a fun Q&A and reacting to some of your assumptions about us. We talk about where we like to shop, our first impressions of each other, and as you can see by the title, a whole lot more. Hope you're ready for another candid conversation with your besties.

Mar 19, 202155 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Kids Tell All

What has slowly become something of a "Tell All" series on 'Is This Thing On', is always a hit, and this episode is sure to be no different. We're joined by some little friends and in true childlike fashion they don't hold back. In this episode you'll hear what kids want adults to know, young impressions of current events in the world, and lots of lots of giggles. (Headphone users beware!!)

Mar 12, 202133 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Bachelor Recap: Matt James

We may not be a Bachelor podcast, but we are consistent Bachelor watchers, so as Matt James' season comes to an end, we decided to give you all our thoughts. We're spoiler free, in it for the right reasons, and we may be falling in love... We hope you'll accept our roses and listen as we dive into the drama.

Mar 05, 202152 minSeason 1Ep. 16

roomHATE stories

Bad roommates. We've all had them. Whether you live with friends, family, spouses, or strangers. This episode highlights the worst of the worst, including exotic food, grand theft auto, and too many bodily fluids for comfort.

Feb 26, 202148 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Worst Dates Ever

Buckle your seatbelts and take notes on what NOT to do on a date because this week we're sharing your worst date stories, as well as some of our own. Not going to spoil too much here but let's just say you'll hear the worst of the worst including; bathroom mishaps, fender benders, and even an unexpected wedding.

Feb 19, 20211 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Life Updates, Self Love, & Valentines Day

We're BACK! In this episode, we give you a little life update, talk about our Valentines Day plans, and read the best and worst Valentines Day stories submitted by you, and some we found on the internet. Be sure to listen alllll the way to the end for a cozy Valentines Day giveaway. https://www.softminkyblankets.com/

Feb 12, 202150 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Happy Birthday Utah Part 2

Take a metaphorical road trip with us through the state of Utah as we explore some of your favorite destination/staycation spots, hikes, activities, and local businesses. After listening to this episode you will have a list of items you can add to your bucket-list. And just like part 1, there may even be some giveaways (like GOOD ones)! So buckle your seat belt and enjoy the riiiide. https://thepianoguys.com https://tristenikaika.com https://www.bookgarden2.com https://www.softminkyblankets.com ...

Jan 29, 20211 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Turning The Mic On To.. Mental Health

We are so excited for this episode because it's the first of many in a series we're calling "Turning the Mic On To.." This series will encompass episodes with more serious topics and things that we think everyone can benefit from gaining a greater knowledge on. In this episode, we sit down with Andy Hogan, a Clinical Mental Health Counselor who has also had his own personal struggles with mental health, specifically Bipolar Disorder. Not only does he share his story with us, but also shares how ...

Jan 22, 202159 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Girls Tell All

This week we're back for a spin off of one of our most listened to episodes, but this time we have guest hosts in our place and they are asking some gals you may know questions guys want to know about girls. They dive into topics like choosing where to eat on a first date, frenemies, kiss and tell's, and even the meaning behind the infamous female response of "I'm fine".

Jan 15, 20211 hrSeason 1Ep. 10

Happy Birthday Utah Part 1: Our Favorite Utah Eats

This week we're paying tribute to our home state for its 125th birthday by sharing all your (and our) favorite Utah born restaurants. Listen for some old favorites, some new suggestions, and maybe even a couple giveaways so you can try some out for yourself...

Jan 08, 202146 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Insights from a College Professor

Happy New Year! This week we are uncovering all things higher education and getting answers straight from the source. We discuss page length requirements, tips on avoiding pricey textbooks, what professors really think of late work, and so much more! The perfect episode to have under your belt before the start of a new semester.

Jan 01, 20211 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Holla-Dayz with La and Em

MERRY CHRISTMAS from Is This Thing On! Enjoy our first ever holiday special, filled with topics like Christmas Music, Movies, Traditions, and even some comedy.

Dec 25, 20201 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Our First Kisses Went a Little Like This..

In this episode we read YOUR first kiss stories AND share our own... We don't spare any details so prepare to hear about awkward measures taken to prepare, Nicholas Sparks worthy stories, and even some kisses gone wrong.

Dec 18, 20201 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Don't Judge a Book By Its Title

Happy Friday and welcome to episode FIVE of Is This Thing On! This week we're getting our creative juices flowing to see if we can guess the synopsis of books based solely on their titles. Get a good laugh, some new book recommendations, and maybe even a potential writing concept as you laugh and learn along with us!

Dec 11, 20201 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Plead The Fifth

Lauren and Emma back again for episode four, and we're answering the hard hitters. We reveal details about our only fights, how many people we've kissed, who our favorite siblings are, and more. Let's just say, we didn't hold back.

Dec 04, 20201 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Guys Tell All

In the third episode of our premiere launch, we sit down with a few of our guy friends and try to uncover the thought process behind the male brain by asking common questions girls want to know. We talk about friend zoning, first dates, first impressions, and more!

Nov 27, 20201 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Unpopular Opinions

In this episode, a special guest joins us to debate topics such as, kissing on first dates, when it's appropriate to listen to Christmas music, and whether or not Disneyland makes the best churro..

Nov 27, 202052 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Hindsight 2020

In this episode, we introduce ourselves a little, tell how the podcast came to be, and review 2020 highlights from our own lives and stories of others that were sent in!

Nov 27, 202052 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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