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The Deep Dive with Jessica St. Clair and June Diane Raphael

Jessica St. Clair & June Diane Raphaelwww.lemonadamedia.com

Each week, comedians and best friends Jessica St. Clair and June Diane Raphael take a ‘deep dive’ into their real lives and discuss a wide range of topics including how to pursue joy amidst the insanity of motherhood and family, grief and loss, sh*t they put on their faces, and why they refuse to check their voicemails or unpack their suitcases. The Deep Dive captures the friendship of two women trying to survive adult womanhood. Their motto, shared by their loyal Deep Divers, is "Let Us Live!"

 

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Episodes

Bring On The Bubbles with Pauline Lhote

Listen up sweet-ties because this week we’re a bit spicy and need some Rosé to cool off. First, June regales us with a tale of horror from a dentist parking lot. Then, we elevate the proceedings and invite Pauline Lhote, Director of Winemaking at sparkling winery Chandon California to join us. Pauline walks us through how she got into the sparkling wine industry, the chemistry involved in making bubbles and helping women in the wine industry. Grab yourself a glass of sparkling wine and leave peo...

Apr 06, 20221 hr 1 min

Spring Breakers

Spring break has in fact sprung whether you're ready or not (we are not). Jessica has big Easter schemes and dreams that include June's back yard, and is toying with a boudoir photo shoot. Then, June is heading to Miami, the city where the heat is ON and Jessica shares some hot poolside styling tips. We will NOT be flip-flopping around here! Then, June shares why she was sobbing while reading the soccer coaching manual. And remember Deep Divers, khaki shorts are no longer allowed near any bodies...

Mar 30, 202257 min

Sweet Tooth with Danny Pellegrino

This week, June and Jessica are joined by comedian and NYT Bestselling Author, Danny Pellegrino (Everything Iconic Podcast). But first, June and Jessica fought too hard for fake eyelashes to not be the first thing discussed on this podcast. Then, Danny joins to discuss his book, How Do I Un-Remember This? and like a tried and true Deep Diver Danny get’s into ALL of it - from moms and menopause, how Kourtney Kardashian eats a Kit Kat, snacks and flying teeth. And remember Deep Divers, it's imposs...

Mar 23, 20221 hr 6 min

Just the Tips with Stylist Abby Arad

This week, June notices something strange when she sees only one set of footsteps behind her in the sand and it turns out, Jessica was carrying this episode all along. Then, June and Jessica welcome their stylist, Abby Arad (Your Stylist Says) to discuss the photo heard around the world. Yes, we’re talking about those neon suits! Abby kindly lends us all some amazing fashion tips, and we also learn a simple gray sweatshirt can be just as exciting as a pointed toe boot. And Deep Divers remember, ...

Mar 16, 20221 hr 10 min

Must Love Dogs

This week's episode, all we ask is that you must love dogs and have a little bit of a sixth sense, but what’s new? June has some good news about her dog Sgt Meatball and reveals she will be speaking plainly from here on out. Meanwhile, Jessica is now a pro at fake eyelashes and we think this is HUGE news. Deep Divers, remember to come as you are, even if that means you're a Susan or are currently being Susan'd. For more information on how to support the people of Ukraine https://wck.org/world ht...

Mar 09, 202253 min

Facts and Figures

This week, June and Jessica discuss the love, obsession and heartbreak of their early childhood friendships, and the deep desire for a Swatch Watch. Then, the gals discuss loving themselves, and how hot their friends are currently. Deep Divers, this is a TW (Tissue Warning) episode. Visit the Pinterest Board pinterest.com/thedeepdive You can follow The Deep Dive on Twitter @thedeepdivepod June Diane Raphael @MsJuneDiane on Twitter @junediane on Instagram Jessica St. Clair @Jessica_StClair on Twi...

Mar 02, 20221 hr 3 min

The Fun Is Back On

This week June is sick but perseveres in the shadows while Jessica is turning it all the way UP oysters on a half shell style. (Un)Fortunately, we need to backtrack and recap a few things regarding Pickleball and the tablescaping episode. Then, Jessica does a deep dive into fake eyelashes, photo albums, and reveals why she runs in the moonlight. Deep Divers, enjoy the fun and ‘scape for the sake of ‘scape. Check out Varsity Pickleball gear here: https://varsitypickle.com/ Visit the Pinterest Boa...

Feb 23, 202256 min

The Art of the Tablescape with Kulap Vilaysack

This week, we present you with another installment of the Lifelong Learners Series with Master Tablescape Artiste, Kulap Vilaysack (Origin Story, Add To Cart podcast). But first, please do not expect any FUN because according to June, it is OVER and we are entering the void due to a now infamous nail break. Then, Kulap, the Queen of Cozy, dives into the do’s and don'ts of Tablescaping --- from textures and layers, to where to find the best of the best of tablescaping accoutrements, and she helps...

Feb 16, 20221 hr 15 min

Sea of Crumbs

This week, despite tech issues and roots, Jessica and June are here and ready to RAGE. We find out how a crazy night out for June ended with her on the bathroom floor and the gals announce they are on the hunt for more opportunities for FUN, which may or may not involve playing Pickleball with a martini in hand. Then, we get an update on June’s dog Sgt. Meatball and the gals discuss the spiritual work that goes into being a caretaker of an animal. And Deep Divers, let's all remember to just say ...

Feb 09, 20221 hr 2 min

You Are Not Alone with Paige Woodward, NP

This week, the gals are joined by Paige Woodward, Jessica's Nurse Practitioner during her cancer treatments and she shares how we can best take care of ourselves and our loved ones during that frightening time. But first, June explains why her car is currently parked in her front yard and reveals she is being tortured AGAIN on all fronts -- period, family, AND dog. Then Paige Woodward NP dives deep on what happens during chemotherapy, what to expect and how to advocate for yourself in your treat...

Feb 02, 20221 hr 13 min

Art of Small Talk with Casey Rose Wilson

This week we are kicking off the first in our Lifelong Learners Series with Casey Rose Wilson. Casey joins Jessica to lead a discussion on the Art of Small Talk, let us tell you the masters are at work, honey! Don't worry, June is along for the ride as a lifelong learner herself. Casey and Jessica discuss how to scan the room, increase verbal skills (lie), become ‘dog creepers’, and how weather is ALWAYS a great opener. Then, June has Casey and Jessica role-play some small talk scenarios which i...

Jan 26, 202249 min

Come Get Me

This week, Jessica is being hunted by the UK Police and unfortunately, June’s voicemail is still full. Jessica updates us about her MRI experience and discusses struggles around being too agreeable, while June shares how her dog, Sgt. Meatball helps her regulate her energy. Then, the gals discuss the continuing struggle parenting in a pandemic, Jessica reveals her new go-to small talk initiations, and June tries to convince Jessica she’s good at small talk too, but the jury is still out on that....

Jan 19, 202256 min

If It's Too Hard, Don't Do It with Michelle Kenney M. Ed.

This week June and Jessica are living in the present and reflecting back on past advice. Jessica shares her new watch for children and some great fan advice that leads June to issue a formal apology for not suggesting said advice herself. Then, certified parenting instructor, Michelle Kenney M. Ed., joins to discuss ‘hand in hand parenting’, building connections with your children, how to navigate tantrums, and yes, Jessica’s Kumon dilemma has been addressed. Deep Divers, remember to enjoy yours...

Jan 12, 202259 min

LET US LIVE!

It’s 2022 and we’re coming in with a lot of clips, clops and emotions, and all we ask is that you LET US LIVE. Jessica dives right in it by sharing some personal news and the gals dig into the fears that are kept locked up tight in the closet. Then, June shares her MRI journey, and reveals that 2022 means accepting she needs glasses, if only to watch her ‘stories’. Deep Divers, let’s get excited for the New Year and let‘er rip! Visit the Pinterest Board pinterest.com/thedeepdive You can follow T...

Jan 05, 202254 min

And Just Like That, Organized

And just like that, Jessica is back in the U-S-of-A and we are digging into the joy, the pain, and the embarrassment of home organization. Then, we could not let this episode go by without talking about the Sex and The City reboot, June proclaims her alignment with a surprising character, and the gals discuss who is in fact ‘getting the parts’. Deep Divers, we asked to see your Christmas Trees and now we want to see ALL your holiday decorations. Visit https://www.lifeinjeneral.com/ for all your ...

Dec 15, 20211 hr 5 min

No Branch Left Behind

This week, it’s a real nightmare before Christmas thanks to a husband literally LURKING in the most horrifying manner. June and Jessica recover by digging into what a cozy pajama lifestyle is all about. Then, we go nuts for holiday decor as June reveals she's a “Christmas Traditionalist” and explains the appropriate way to decorate your Christmas tree. We talkin' bows, baby! Deep Divers, we want to see your Pajama and Christmas identities! Tag us on socials. Visit the Pinterest Board pinterest.c...

Dec 08, 20211 hr 5 min

Jessica's Psychic Network with Suzy Nakamura

Jessica is trying to live that bags within bags lifestyle while dishing out messages from beyond the grave. (Yes, it’s unsettling). June shares two life-changing events, one being children letting her sleep, the other involves the harming of trees. Then, the incomparable, Suzy Nakamura (Dead To Me, Avenue 5) joins Jessica and digs in like only a true Deep Diver could. Suzy reads from her mom’s recently discovered diary, chats about complicated mother-daughter relationships, and the joy of realiz...

Dec 01, 20211 hr 22 min

No One Is Safe

Watch out because it’s still Scorpio Season and NO ONE IS SAFE. June teaches us why ‘No’ is a complete sentence, and to trust your intuition, even when it comes to home organizers. Then, the ladies wonder what everyone is “working with" and we learn what is and is NOT appropriate to teach in Pony Club. Also, Deep Divers, we want to see how those lotions and potions are displayed on your bathroom sinks. Post and tag us! Visit the Pinterest Board pinterest.com/thedeepdive You can follow The Deep D...

Nov 17, 20211 hr

Taking Myself Out Of This Narrative

Deep Divers, Scorpio season ain't over and we are still riding that WAVE! Jess and June dig into the intricacies of Nah vs Naaah, and June fields some serious scorpion energy at home. Then, Jessica makes June take a “highly sensitive person” survey and guess what...overhead lights are still a problem. And remember, no one should be subjected to Ska music in the morning, or ANYTIME. Visit the Pinterest Board pinterest.com/thedeepdive You can follow The Deep Dive on Twitter @thedeepdivepod June Di...

Nov 10, 20211 hr

Turned Up and Turned All The Way Out

This week, Jessica’s mood is as dark as the UK nights as she shares a spine tingling story of how the Brits terrorize piñatas, and the gals both realize all their issues can be blamed on bad overhead lighting. Then, June talks about her big night out and yes, second locations were involved, and reveals the findings of a very cheeky poll. Let's just say Tequila and Scorpio Season is a real mix for June. And Deep Divers, whatever 'turning it up' looks like for you, take a selfie in that moment and...

Nov 03, 202158 min

A Beautiful Millionaires Mind

June is back in office this week, and the gals dive into ‘goodbyes’ and the importance of honoring loss, at work and in their personal lives. Then, Jessica is running through the Heath with a Millionaire's Mind and a new 'hot tool' while June explains the passive income potential of an ATM business and the stress of creditors knowing you by name. And Deep Divers, don't be afraid to live like you’re Out Of Office. Visit the Pinterest Board pinterest.com/thedeepdive You can follow The Deep Dive on...

Oct 27, 20211 hr 4 min

Band Of Mothers with Danielle Schneider

This week June is out this week, but friend of the pod, Danielle Schneider (Bitch Sesh), joins Jessica to help co-pilot this week's dive and they dig RIGHT IN! They discuss their friendship, parenting, how they 'mother' each other, and exchange wild animal encounters. Then, Danielle shares how she stays a resilient person, pushes past her fears, and sees the light within the dark. Deep Divers, keep tabs on who your ‘emergency exit’ is. You can follow The Deep Dive on Twitter @thedeepdivepod Foll...

Oct 20, 20211 hr

Ghosts Not Welcome

This week June and Jessica get a bit spooky with Spiders and Ghosts and Green Hair, OH MY! June shares a shocking lesson about using purple shampoo, then opens up about her "Oprah's Full Circle" moment with a photo of her as a child. Then, Jessica digs into why she will NEVER see a ghost and recounts a horror story a friend once shared with her. Deep Divers, after this episode make sure there aren't any bogies attached to ya. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Oct 13, 202150 min

Come And Knock On My Door with Retta

This week, Jessica and June are joined by the incomparable comedian and Jersey girl, Retta (Good Girls, Parks and Rec, Ugliest House In America). But first, we discuss the delight of unexpected visits, and the absolutely UNFORGIVABLE move of showing up to a party early. Then, we get nice and cozy with Retta, who chats about her New Jersey roots, why her girlfriends are everything to her, and how she lives a zero inbox life. And remember, please be tardy for the party. You can follow The Deep Div...

Oct 06, 20211 hr 8 min

TJ Maxx Hall of Fame

This week June is late, but right on time, bathrobe and all. The gals lean into the power of ‘voting for yourself,' Jessica unveils the The Deep Dive Pinterest page to a speechless June, and they ask the question: when do you show the butt crack? Then, grab a tissue because American playwright, poet and essayist (also Jessica’s husband) Dan O’Brien joins to read a few absolutely beautiful poems from his new book, Our Cancers. And don’t worry, this is the first and LAST time a husband will be on ...

Sep 29, 20211 hr 10 min

Won’t You Be My Man Who Lives Next-door?

This week husbands are lurking in texts and the children are knocking, but that doesn’t stop Jessica and June from taking their weekly plunge. Recovering yeller, Jessica St. Clair, starts with the nightmare of tantrums, homework and the ‘neighbor’ of it all. Then, we get into June’s views on being a leading woman, and she takes us through a horrible family incident that lead to her ALMOST joining a cult in college. BONUS CONTENT ALERT: Jessica ends with a horror story about dyeing her eyelashes....

Sep 22, 20211 hr 7 min

Put Some Sauce On That Ball

Think you can’t get June and Jessica to cry while talking about…sports?! Think again, Deep Divers! This week, the gals live out June’s Hoop Dream and dig into what it means to “use your body,” overly aggressive teammates and why their fathers thought it was appropriate to quote their basketball stats in their wedding speeches. Finally, Jessica relives a 7th grade crush on the captain of the soccer team gone horribly, horribly wrong. Names in this podcast have been changed and altered to protect ...

Sep 15, 202158 min

Check The Cal(endar)!

This week, Jessica and June are on their own and get right into it with the most important questions: Would a platinum blonde bob work for June? How exactly do you blow out three tires? Is it Pin-trest or Pin-ter-est? Then, June has a HUGE reveal for us and teaches Jessica how to manage her emails and calendars. Will this help Jessica? Only time will tell. As promised, here are the links to organizations mentioned in this episode plancpills.com https://secure.actblue.com/donate/txfunds/ https://...

Sep 08, 20211 hr 1 min

Highways and Byways with Kate Spencer

This week we are joined by the incomparable writer and self proclaimed Deep Diver, Kate Spencer, and we’re going DEEP, baby. The gals discuss lurking husbands, births and identity theft, where to find the hottest vampire fan fiction and how we all really want to be taken care of. And remember, even though we may not respond, we still SEE you. You can pre-order Kate's new book, In A New York Minute here: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781538737620 You can follow The Deep Dive on Twitter @thedee...

Sep 01, 202152 min

You Alright?!

Missing thongs, mammograms, deleting voicemails, being loud, and wondering what it might be like to have a strong sense of self. Oh, baby, we air it all out today! And remember, toppings are on us. TW: Discussions around relationships to food and weight gain and loss after the second break. Please get vaccinated www.vaccines.gov For more info on Plan C go to plancpills.org You can follow The Deep Dive on Twitter @thedeepdivepod June Diane Raphael @MsJuneDiane on Twitter @junediane on Instagram J...

Aug 25, 202152 min
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