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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

On The Eve of Strange

This week, characters and character shoes are WELCOME! Jessica and June, entertainers writ large, give a very quick FAQ on the finer Deep Dive details, a brief Little Mermaid breakdown, rules for a proper book club and how to approach those hard to answer questions from your children. For all the new Deep Divers remember, it’s okay to get a little strange. Our Deep Dive book club pick: https://www.eliseloehnen.com/onourbestbehavior Deep Dive Merch https://kinshipgoods.com/collections/deep-dive J...

May 31, 20231 hr 1 min

The Snacks That We Keep with Elise Loehnen

This week, Jessica is changing in ways we’ve never imagined. She’s a Target and one succinct email person now. June stays the course and is once again sharing life lessons from TikTok, and it’s the return of Snack Chat. Then, Elise Loehnen (Pulling the Thread podcast, On Our Best Behavior) joins to talk about it ALL! The three dig into manicures, what drew Elise to being a seeker, the ‘other side’, and her powerful NYT article on motherhood and her new book, “On Our Best Behavior: The Seven Dead...

May 24, 20231 hr 16 min

Human Husks

This week June and Jessica show up to the mic, husks of themselves, to recap their I’d Hit That Pickleball tournament. Rose was flowing, dirty players were called out, a foot was broken but needless to say it was an absolute success. June discovers she’s actually growing younger, and the gals discuss separating from ‘the grind’ and learn the importance of taking calls from bed. Deep Divers remember, when you’re here, you’re family. Deep Dive Merch https://kinshipgoods.com/collections/deep-dive J...

May 17, 202351 min

Down There Care with Rebecca Brown, MD OB/GYN

This week Jessica is sans June, but she is joined by her Gynecologist, Dr. Rebecca Brown. That’s right we’re talking all things vaginas this week so if you have one, buckle in! Jessica and Dr. Brown discuss overall vaginal health, how to tend to your down there area through menopause, the importance of checking for lumps and bumps, and Dr. Brown gives us tips and tricks on what to look for when researching the best Gynecologist for you. And Deep Divers remember, discomfort should never be the no...

May 10, 202350 min

I Saw A TikTok

This week Jessica and June are going too hard and feeling it ALL! June fills us in on her jam-packed weekend and her inner theater kid comes OUT after a children’s production of Matilda. Then, Jess and June wonder what it would be like to only feel ONE feeling at a time and deeply loving motherhood while Jessica pleads with June to ‘breathe into it’ and teases next week’s episode. Deep Divers remember, life truly is an experiment. Get your I'd Hit That Mother's Day Pickleball Event tickets here:...

May 03, 20231 hr 4 min

Garfield Eyes with Jena Friedman

This week Jessica and June are working through it ALL and discuss sitting in conflict and the feminine desire for balance. Then, comedy’s Jane Goodall, Jena Friedman (Borat, Not Funny) joins Jess and June to talk about her new book Not Funny: Essays on Life, Comedy, Culture, Et Cetera. Jena shares how she got into comedy by “researching” the improv comedy community as an anthropology major and her findings, the difficulty being creative while being a new mother and the importance of openly talki...

Apr 26, 20231 hr 2 min

Second Day Undies

This week, June and Jessica are recovering from their trip to Miami where boundaries were nowhere to be found. Jessica was doing shots, eating questionable scallops while wearing another woman’s undies, and June brought her best ‘Mafia Don’ energy to Gay Pride. And of course, there was the fall that was heard 'round da club. Deep Divers, remember: if bodily fluids aren’t shed you’re not having enough fun. I'd Hit That Mother's Day Pickleball Event https://www.janeclub.com/pickleball Deep Dive Me...

Apr 19, 20231 hr 2 min

Welcome To the Nub Club

This week, June and Jessica have reached their centennial episode, recognizing that many opinions may have come and gone, the troops have fallen, but line items and returns are still top of mind. Jessica is dropping some new lashes and June shocks us with her new "nubs" and Nature Girl personality. These ready-to-party Barbies also reflect back on how they’ve changed and become more vulnerable over these past one hundred episodes while accepting and celebrating change. Deep Divers, these aren’t ...

Apr 12, 20231 hr 4 min

It Puts The Keys In The Basket with Katie Matthews

Friend of the pod, enemy of the state, and special Deep Dive husband Paul Scheer joins to sub-in for Jessica St Clair. Paul addresses his show ally-ship and key issues plaguing their household. Then, Chief Scientist of Oceana Katie Matthews joins June to discuss how important and powerful the Ocean is to our ecosystem, why stopping offshore drilling is so important and how to be active participants of Planet Ocean. And Deep Divers remember, sometimes you’re the June and other times you’re the Je...

Apr 05, 20231 hr 9 min

Let's Get Real with Jamie Varon

This week Jessica is sans June but is joined by author Jamie Varon. Jamie discusses her book, Radically Content. The two chat about being content in the day today without sacrificing ambition, not delaying those “big moments,” and having that main character energy. Deep Divers, let’s get real and feel it all. To find out more about Jamie and order her book, Radically Content: Being Satisfied In An Endlessly Dissatisfied World https://www.radicallycontent.com/ Deep Dive Merch https://kinshipgoods...

Mar 29, 202351 min

Cold Plunge, Big fun.

This week, Jessica has a case of the ‘Mondays’ and June introduces an important new storyline to The Deep Dive Universe. Then, Jessica, in normal Wabi Sabi style, plunges her way to Miami, and the gals look back on the three-year anniversary of the pandemic and discuss how the edges they've been exploring and how they've changed. And Deep Divers remember, we need to be dancing…a lot. I'd Hit That Mothers Day Pickleball Event https://www.janeclub.com/pickleball Deep Dive Merch https://kinshipgood...

Mar 22, 202358 min

¿Bienvenidos a Miami?

This week June and Jessica make the call for a monument to be erected in honor of the heroic work mothers have been doing for centuries, fate does June a solid and spring MERCH has arrived! Then, boundaries are being explored and there's a trip to Miami hanging in the balance. Deep Divers, we want to know, should Jessica stay or should she go??? Deep Dive Merch https://kinshipgoods.com/collections/deep-dive June's new Amazon Store https://www.amazon.com/shop/junediane Jessica's Amazon Store http...

Mar 15, 202355 min

Hillary On My Mind with Kate Black

This week June and Jessica have Hillary Clinton, comfy gifts and ‘go-bags’ on their minds. Then, Kate Black (EMILY’s List, Represent: The Woman’s Guide to Running for Office and Changing the World) joins to talk about how women can and SHOULD start running for office, how to engage in your community, salary negotiations, and the power of silence. Deep Divers remember, it’s okay to be a woman of significance with notes. You can find Represent: The Woman’s Guide to Running for Office and Changing ...

Mar 08, 20231 hr 13 min

Mommy’s Little Helpers with Casey Wilson

This week these mommies need their treats and by treats we mean our emotional support drink containers and those good LA vibes. Then, Casey Wilson (Bitch Sesh) joins June to break down Magic Mike's Last Dance, and for all their excitement they were dismayed by the red tape that stopped the movie from giving the people what they want and that's some good old fashion male stripping. Deep Divers, remember if you’re not getting what you want, you always have that comfort beverage to turn to. Deep Di...

Mar 01, 202339 min

A Double Dip: If You're Bored, That's Your Problem with Lennon Parham

Crack open your shorty Cokes and get your French Twists ready, because this week we are getting #authentic with Lennon Parham (VEEP, Bless This Mess). Hair up or hair down, navigating the darkness, muscling in, and discovering how deep we can go (oh, really deep) in this Scorpio heavy episode. Deep Dive Merch https://kinshipgoods.com/collections/deep-dive June's new Amazon Store https://www.amazon.com/shop/junediane Jessica's Amazon Store https://www.amazon.com/shop/Stclairjessica You can follow...

Feb 22, 20231 hr 20 min

A Dry Mona Lisa Smile

This week June and Jessica are recapping the first ever inaugural The Deep Dive x Bitch Sesh PickleBall Tournament. If you couldn’t come or even if you were there, we are giving you all the details; from the winners to the losers, all the chic fashion choices, and Jess and June recount the saga of a man named Kevin. Deep Divers, remember, you are special. Deep Dive Merch https://kinshipgoods.com/collections/deep-dive June's new Amazon Store https://www.amazon.com/shop/junediane Jessica's Amazon ...

Feb 15, 20231 hr 15 min

Live In The Flop

This week, June and Jess discuss creative endeavors, what it’s like to 'flop' and all the greatness that can come from failure. Then, Jessica announces her forthcoming 'f*ck me' bangs and June shares her love of Jury Duty and reveals that doing your civic duty is a great place to experiment with small talk. Deep Divers, remember, sometimes you need to live in the flop. Get your tickers for The Deep Dive x Bitch Sesh Pickleball Tournament here! https://www.janeclub.com/pickleball Deep Dive Merch ...

Feb 08, 202349 min

Let's Get Loud with Chrissy King

This week June announces that the new year starts NOW. Commitments are being made, fires are being lit, and tropical fish are being purchased. Then, Chrissy King, author of The Body Liberation Project joins June and Jessica to talk about her book and what ‘body liberation’ means, how fat-phobia and white supremacy are intertwined, and how to plant the seeds for change. Deep Divers, remember to get LOUD, okay? You can follow Chrissy King on Instagram @Iamchrissyking and you can buy her book The B...

Feb 01, 20231 hr 14 min

An Excellent Asset with SuChin Pak

This week Jessica and June’s excellence can no longer be held back and in 2023 we are landing at Mach 11 while trying new experiences on for size. Then, podcaster and MTV Icon SuChin Pak (Add To Cart, Uncared For Podcasts) joins the gals to discuss arrival times, the longing to be a "spare," and the trials, tribulations and joy of elder care. Deep Divers, sometimes when you gotta go, you gotta GO. Listen to Uncared For here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uncared-for/id1652956408 New tick...

Jan 25, 20231 hr 28 min

Bao And The Bogies with Bao Han

This week the bogies are back riding side saddle, but the gals are trying to protect their energy and the Flex Beats may be the only things keeping them afloat. Then, Bao Han, nail technician extraordinaire joins June and Jess to give us his expert advice on nails, how to speak to your nail technician and we learn that sometimes excellence means being high maintenance. Deep Divers, the word of 2023 is BOUNDARIES. You can follow Bao Han on Instagram @nailsbybao888 June's new Amazon Store https://...

Jan 18, 202358 min

Excellence Wakes Up Early

This week June and Jessica are talking about all the things they want to see in 2023. They’re talking apps and desserts, control and discipline, nails and passive income, link trees and competing Amazon stores. 2023 in The Deep Dive world is coming in hot and we’re keeping our “wins” list at the ready. Deep Divers remember, this isn’t just a podcast, it’s an experience. Check out Heidi Rose Robbins' book here: https://www.heidirose.com/books June's new Amazon Store https://www.amazon.com/shop/ju...

Jan 11, 202357 min

Becoming Werewolves with Brogan Chambers

It's a new year and we're already trying to forget birthdays and Jessica is breaking out the whiteboard and throwing internet-breaking luncheons. Then, Brogan Chambers (@nottheworstcleaner from TikTok) joins the gals to discuss our relationships to mess and mental health, redefining cleaning as 'care tasks' and how to help yourself become your own future friend. Deep Divers remember, we might all be becoming Werewolves, but try and help your future self out if you can. Get your tickets for The D...

Jan 04, 20231 hr 13 min

Listen Now: Add to Cart with Kulap Vilaysack and SuChin Pak

Add to Cart is a series from our friends at Lemonada Media that we think you’ll love! Hosts Kulap Vilaysack and SuChin Pak have joined us before on the Deep Dive and now we want to give you an exclusive look at their show! Join comedian-writer-director Kulap Vilaysack and veteran journalist SuChin Pak, in a subversive take on consumerism. Each week, they have honest, revealing (sometimes TMI) conversations about all the big and little things they’re adding to, or removing from, their carts. They...

Dec 28, 202244 min

A Substantial Bite

This week June and Jessica are feeling the pressure of the holidays. Nails might be getting shorter, but reminder alerts and tablescapes have been set. CW: June and Jessica share some sensitive stories about sex work, sexual harassment and all the things that go on that we don't talk about. Deep Divers, the holidays can be hard so please remember to take care and hydrate. Get your tickets for The Deep Dive x Bitch Sesh Pickleball Tournament! They're going fast, baby! https://www.janeclub.com/pic...

Dec 21, 202259 min

Do Not Quote Me with Lauren Lapkus

This week Jessica welcomes actress, comedian and a day-one Deep Diver, Lauren Lapkus (The Wrong Missy, Jurassic World), to the podcast. Lauren shares her journey into motherhood during a pandemic, the joy of sharing stories with girlfriends, and why your best friend is the only one who will force you to throw out your nursing bra (or in Jessica's case, buy one). Then, Lauren shockingly reveals that a Jessica hack actually changed her life. Deep Divers, please remember, never EVER quote us. Get y...

Dec 14, 202253 min

Nooks and Crannies

Jessica is solving issues left and right with her 'new nails' attitude, June wonders if she was ever an actual child, and the gals discuss the power of sharing stories. Then, Jessica recounts a Thanksgiving debacle (or miracle?), and we check in on our Christmas Spirit, which includes an important vibe check on Mr. Paul Scheer’s Christmas Village. Deep Divers remember, if you’re in this for the joy you’re also in this for the roots. Tickets to the Galentine's Day Pickleball Tournament can purcha...

Dec 07, 20221 hr 12 min

This Is A Recap Podcast with Scarlett Curtis

This week Jessica is following her nails wherever they may lead, June drops an egg on all of us, and let’s just say this episode is a real Follicular conversation. Then, bestselling author Scarlett Curtis joins Jess and June and like a true Deep Diver gives a re-cap of this podcast, talks shame, and delivers confirmation that the "outside-in healing" is just as important as the "inside-out healing." Deep Divers, if you can take the minutes to not be productive, please do so. Follow Scarlett Curt...

Nov 30, 202259 min

Here Comes the Sun with Meredith Oke

This week, Jessica is rolling solo and has on Choice Grade A mom and Circadian Health expert, Meredith Oke. Meredith explains why getting enough exposure to sunlight is vital to our mental and physical health, how to avoid blue light as much as possible, and shares why French women are doing it right. Deep Divers, light some candles and let's get some "French situations" happening ASAP.​ More about Meredith here: https://quantumbiologycollective.org/ NYTimes article - https://www.nytimes.com/202...

Nov 23, 202257 min

A Woman of Significance

This week we have a little audio issue but June and Jessica are still coming in with HUGE news you cannot miss. Jessica is leaning into her new role as an “elder." June speaks on the importance of manicured nails and proclaims she is no longer interested in a world without long, gorgeous, and possibly harmful nails. We're talking talons, claws, daggers, anything extreme. And of course, June and Jess give some much needed holiday updates, divisions of labor, and the need for some "spee-cial" coff...

Nov 16, 20221 hr 7 min

How Double Dog Dare You with Tiffany Gabrus

This week, June and Jessica are digging into the Luteal Phase, arranged marriages and floral concepts! First, Jessica dares to make a public statement about how much she values June’s friendship and June hits us with some hot candle recommendations. Then, Jess and June welcome the 'Marie Antoinette' of floral design, Tiffany Gabrus, of The Sweetzer Life. Tiffany discusses her move from being an executive to creating her own floral and table design business. She teaches the gals how to properly s...

Nov 09, 20221 hr
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