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What The F*ck's Up Podcast

Caitlin Kelleypodcasts.apple.com
What The F*ck's Up is an unapologetic comedic and mental health focused podcast hosted by Caitlin Kelley. The guests will be challenged to face the same underlying question: how do we manage the anxiety of transitional periods without having a quarter life crisis or beyond? With the help of many distinguished guests, Caitlin will delve into what the f*ck is going on in their lives and how to stay sane in the face of a wildly an uncertain world, while still embracing the beauty and trusting the universe and its process.
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Episodes

Building an Authentic Brand ft. Sweats & The City

Today we are joined by the amazing women behind the popular Sweats and The City instagram and ORRO app! Elizabeth and Dale discuss how they met and their well-known wellness brand ‘Sweats and The City’ came to be. Nina dives into an intro recorded during NYFW and leads us right into the episode. We discuss building an authentic brand in the early days of influencing, and how they transitioned from the corporate world into full-time creators. They dive into the new app, ORRO, they have launched a...

Sep 20, 20221 hr 10 min

Mercury in Retrograde: a Preparation ft. Alice Bell (Re-Release)

Today's episode is a re-release of Alice Bell's episode from last season in honor of the upcoming *mercury in retrograde.* This episode is fitting for all levels of astrology lovers and know-nots, especially with the change in seasons occuring at this moment! We start the episode off with an update from Caitlin & Nina then launch right into Alice, who is extremely cool and knowledgeable about all things astrology and even is the resident astrology writer for Vogue (casual). Listen or re-list...

Sep 07, 20221 hr 9 minSeason 3Ep. 17

The Importance of Showing Up ft. Kathryn Gallagher

TW: sexual abusive and abusive relationships Today we are joined by actress and singer/songwriter Kathryn Gallagher. We have a lovely time on the couch listening to Kathryn wax poetic about the importance of showing up for & taking care of yourself; her time on Broadway's "Jagged Little Pill" and the whirlwind of the roll and its evolution; the moment she got nominated for a Tony; the process of being cast in "You" and it changing hands from Lifetime to Netflix; her crystal store Vibes and g...

Aug 31, 20221 hr 20 minSeason 3Ep. 16

CK & Ninz's First Solo Episode

Caitlin writes these descriptions and currently has had 3 Aperol spritzes in Capri, but this episode was a joy for her to edit. We play truth or dare and enjoy each other's company. If you don't appreciate our strong wit and humor, listen to Kenan's episode (2 weeks ago) or get excited for the upcoming ones if you're up to speed. Follow Caitlin @ckny1213 on Instagram and Tiktok and Nina @ninabarnett on Instagram and @ninzbarnett on TikTok . Follow the pod @wtfsuppod on Instagram and Tiktok . Ple...

Aug 17, 202240 minSeason 3Ep. 15

Moving Past Murder ft. Collier Landry

Today we are joined by cinematographer, producer, and the host of the Moving Past Murder Podcast Collier Landry. Collier opens up to us about how, when he was 11 years old, he witnessed his father Jack Boyle brutally murdering his mother Noreen Boyle and attempting to cover up her death. With the help of detectives, Collier was able to help solve his mother's murder and was a key witness in putting his father behind bars. In the interview, we get into a number of topics relating to the murder an...

Aug 10, 20221 hr 24 minSeason 3Ep. 14

Kenan Thompson: Theatre, SNL, & the Art of Comedy

Today we are joined by actor, comedian, producer, podcast host, and the longest-tenured SNL cast member Kenan Thompson. We kick off the episode with Kenan explaining how he and Caitlin met and what prompted him to come on the podcast. We then start to delve into topics such as his love and respect for the theatre; how he got into acting; and growing up and balancing his Nickelodeon career with going to school. Next we move into a discussion about his time at SNL, touching on how he got cast afte...

Aug 03, 20221 hr 23 minSeason 3Ep. 13

Pretty F*cking Funny ft. Wren Parker

Today we are joined by model, comedian, and all-around fantastic human Wren Parker. We kick off the interview discussing how Wren moved from Utah to NYC after getting recruited by a modeling agency to be a curve/plus-sized model. Today she works with huge companies like Skims, Retrofete, and more, and she gives us an inside peak into what the life of a model looks like behind the scenes. Next, we talk about her journey navigating some of the highs and lows of her life, including the loss of her ...

Jul 27, 20221 hr 16 minSeason 3Ep. 12

Sexual Liberation & Breaking Taboos ft. Vanillacooldance AKA Jessica Stahl

In today's episode we are joined by cartoon artist Jessica Stahl, the creator of the Instagram account @vanillacooldance . Nina and Caitlin kick off the episode chatting about their love lives and Caitlin does a quick update of her rose and thorn of the week. Afterwards Caitlin gets into the interview with Jess, who discusses starting the vanillacooldance account; the breakup that inspired her to get a one-way ticket to Amsterdam; her campaign to support the women affected by the Roe V. Wade ove...

Jul 20, 20221 hr 18 minSeason 3Ep. 11

Astrological Themes & Following Your Memes ft. Uncut Geminis Co-Hosts Courtney & Rachel

Today we are joined by Uncut Geminis podcast co-hosts Rachel Deutsch and Courtney Perkins! We get into SO much fun stuff, including how the ladies met & created the podcast; all of our charts and what they signify; how Courtney accidentally went viral with her meme account @notallgeminis; experiences in their 20s that shaped them; and more. This episode is for all the pop culture and astrology aficionados, sprinkled with some 20s wisdom, acknowledgment of the not so perfect moments we've all...

Jul 13, 20221 hr 27 minSeason 3Ep. 10

Talia Lichtstein & Spreading Negativity (Part 2)

In today's episode we are joined once again by viral TikTok comedian and "Just The Tips" host Talia Lichtstein. The episode is the second part of a bigger two-part episode featuring Talia, since of course, there was lots to discuss. We kick off the first 10 mins or so with Caitlin discussing a July 4th weekend highlight and Nina chronicling her way through the airport. Then we get into part 2 of the Talia interview. We pick back up on her date from the DMs story and go on to discuss how loss has...

Jul 06, 202256 minSeason 3Ep. 9

Talia Lichtstein & Spreading Negativity (Part 1)

In today's episode we are joined by viral TikTok comedian and "Just The Tips" host Talia Lichtstein. The episode is the first of a bigger two-part episode featuring Talia, since of course, there was lots to discuss. We kick off the first 15 mins or so with a virtual intro, where Caitlin catches up with Nina in Africa and we discuss our feelings and general fury over the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Next we pivot to a lighter note by reading out the listeners' opinions on and...

Jun 29, 202256 minSeason 3Ep. 8

Model Behavior & Directorial Debuts ft. Emily Ruhl

TRIGGER WARNING: Sexual Assault Today we are joined by writer, producer, actress, and model Emily Ruhl. Emily was recruited for modeling at New York Fashion Week when she was only 13, so we begin by discussing how the modeling industry impacted her and her relationship with herself, her body, and those around her. Next we get into her transition from modeling into acting, directing, & producing, as well as the inspiration behind her two short films “Blue Moon” and “13th Stepping.” We all com...

Jun 22, 20221 hr 4 minSeason 3Ep. 7

Life & Love on the Spectrum ft. Kaelynn Partlow

Today we are joined by Kaelynn Partlow of Netflix’s “Love on the Spectrum U.S.” We kick off the discussion talking about what autism has looked like for Kaelynn personally, both as someone who teaches children on the spectrum and is on it herself. Then we get into the behind the scenes of the show, from how she got on it, to what participants of speed dating did/didn’t know, to what really happened with Peter. Along the way we discuss why men holding fish in their dating app photos gives her the...

Jun 15, 202256 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Twitter, Sobriety, & Very Bad Men ft. Ginny Hogan

Today we are joined by comedian, writer, and power tweeter Ginny Hogan. We start out by discussing her new book "I'm More Dateable Than a Plate of Refried Beans" and how she decided on the name. Next we get into how Ginny transitioned from the tech/startup world into comedy & satirical writing. Other topics include her opinions on Elon's Twitter takeover; sobriety and how it has changed her approach to dating & life in general; her current hyper-fixation on Josh Hawley; and why very bad ...

Jun 08, 20221 hr 3 minSeason 3Ep. 5

A Very Serious D*ckscussion ft. Oscar Aydin

Happy pride month lil f*ckers! Today we are joined by comedian, self-described “blouse,” and the host of “Oh, Oscar!” podcast Oscar Aydin. Our conversation with Oscar goes pretty off the rails from the get go, with us discussing “Cats” the movie: why they cast James Cordon, how the movie had to be re-released, what Helen Miren’s agent was thinking, and more. We then go on to discuss a lot about Oscar, including how his coming out as a gay was “meh,” some of his crazy sexcapades, and his love for...

Jun 01, 20221 hr 6 minSeason 3Ep. 4

Confronting Chronic Illnesses ft. Gigi Robinson

Today we are joined by chronic pain and invisible illness advocate Gigi Robinson. After an intro with Caitlin & Nina discussing everything from asparagus yet again (IYKYK) to the Dolce & Gabbana sponsored Kravis wedding, we are joined by Gigi. Gigi relays her experience becoming a Sports Illustrated Swim Search finalist and how she plans to use this new platform to further advocate for those with invisible disabilities. She also discusses day to day life with chronic pain and migraines, ...

May 25, 20221 hr 3 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Corporate Dropout to TikTok Knockout ft. Nate Meeker

Today we are joined by comedian, actor, writer, and content creator Nate Meeker. Nate discusses how he blew up on TikTok during the pandemic for his impressions of stars like Scott Disick (he wore a Talentless sweatshirt to the interview), Sebastian Manescalco, Michael Cera, Ben Shapiro, and more. We kicked off the interview by having him showcase a few of his impressions then delve into his big transition from corporate life to comedy. Nina and Nate discuss some of the pros and cons of TikTok s...

May 18, 20221 hr 8 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Dating Yourself & Artful Nudes ft. Maddie Dragsbaek

WELCOME TO SEASON 3! Today’s episode is the first of season 3, so we start out the episode with our first *co-host* intro with Nina and Caitlin dishing on what the f*ck they’ve been up to between seasons. For the interview, we have the pleasure of being joined by veteran Youtuber and content creator Maddie Dragsbaek. Maddie tells us all about how she began her wildly successful Youtube career at just 13 years old; why she decided to take off dating for a full year; how she learned to embrace her...

May 11, 20221 hr 3 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Season 2 Finale ft. New Co-Host Nina Barnett

Hello lil f*ckers and happy St. Patty's! This mini-ish episode closes out season two and celebrates our two year anniversary of trying to figure out what the f*ck is up. We are SO beyond thankful for having you along with us for the ride. We're also introducing a new co-host to help Caitlin out with the pod: comedian Nina Barnett! This episode gives some background info on Nina and we play a game of the 7 tea questions to warm her up for next season. Follow Nina @ninabarnett and Caitlin @ckny121...

Mar 17, 202236 minSeason 2Ep. 32

UpDating x What The F*ck's Up Podcast

Today I am joined by the founders of the UpDating Show Harrison Forman and Brandon Berman. We start out by discussing how the guys met and to how their previous paths lead them to UpDating. Additionally, we talk about dating dos and don'ts; the way the show is cast & the types of people it attracts; their experiences throughout their 20s; and more. We end the episode with a game of Mansplaining, where they give their input on difficult male behaviors. Buy tickets for UpDating or apply to be ...

Mar 09, 20221 hrSeason 2Ep. 31

Romance & Rising from the Ashes ft. Hayley Sales

Today I am joined by Canadian singer, songwriter, producer, and actress Hayley Sales. Hayley discusses the ups and downs of her career throughout the years, which started at a very young age with her supportive and "hippy" parents' approval. She discusses the people she's toured with (including an upcoming one with the legendary Rufus Wainwright); how her sound has evolved over the years to be more in line with her authentic self; and her upcoming feature film "Corrective Measures," in which she...

Mar 02, 202252 minSeason 2Ep. 30

Impressions, Mouth Acting, & Embracing the Hustle ft. Mary Elizabeth Kelly

In today’s episode, I am joined by actor, writer, and viral impressionist Mary Elizabeth Kelly. Mary Elizabeth and I discuss how getting laid off during the pandemic inspired her to find her new niche: TikTok impression videos. I start out by making her do some of her famous impressions, because how could I not. Throughout the episode, she opens up about her acting career, her long-term relationship with her now husband, her experiences in her 20s, the major auditions she’s received since blowin...

Feb 23, 202258 minSeason 1Ep. 26

Learning to Live with Pain ft. Sexual Assault Survivor & Activist Brittany Piper

TW: sexual assault, death, trauma Today I am joined by activist, speaker, and trauma-informed healing coach Brittany Piper. Britt shares her story of loss & sexual assault and how it took a toll on her mental & physical health until she learned to live with her pain. She expertly takes me through the ways in which trauma lives in the body, somatic healing, triggers, how to navigate intimacy after assault, an overview of consent, and more. This episode is in some ways heavy and informativ...

Feb 09, 20221 hr 7 minSeason 2Ep. 28

Building Your Dreams ft. Invisawear CEO Rajia Abdelaziz

Today I am joined by Invisawear founder and CEO Rajia Abdelaziz. Rajia created Invisawear: a jewelry company that makes chic products that come with a discreet SOS button to alert emergency contacts and authorities of your whereabouts. She discusses her scary experience that inspired her to create the company, turning down a lucrative job at Google in order to pursue her passion for helping others, some stories of the lives she's helped save along the way, and so much more. Go to Invisawear.com ...

Feb 02, 202250 minSeason 2Ep. 25

Mini Solo Episode: Reflection & Self-Soothing

Today I take a step back from the normal order of the podcast and reflect on some things I want to do differently with the podcast and my guests moving forward. I also discuss how the New Year has brought about anxieties and negative self-chatter and 3 steps I've been using to combat that. I finish with some tips from the listeners on things to do to self-soothe and give each day structure, routine and purpose. Please remember to rate, review, subscribe, and share the episodes with a friend. Go ...

Jan 27, 202215 minSeason 2Ep. 26

Romping with Renée

Today I am joined by comedian, actor, writer, and more Renée Willett. Renée and I chat in person about a variety of things, including her amazing projects-- both past and present with stars like Robert De Niro; her dating life; her obsession with chocolate chips; her undeniable confidence; and more. Follow Renée @reneewillett on IG and find her work to watch on IMDb at https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5624753/mediaindex/?ref_=nm_mv_close. Follow me on all platforms @ckny1213 and the podcast @wtfsuppo...

Jan 19, 202259 minSeason 2Ep. 25

But Like Maybe x What The F*ck's Up Podcast

Today I am joined by the amazingly talented creator of the Instagram doodle page @butlikemaybe, Arianna Margulis. Arianna and I start out by discussing how she pivoted from working as one of those “night elves” in the fashion world to being a full time artist, doodling about everything from dating in NYC, to anxiety, to her iconic doodle music videos. We also cover topics like how ridiculous our former “timelines” we gave ourselves were; her dating woes & how it inspired her book “But Like M...

Jan 12, 202255 minSeason 2Ep. 24

Overheard Connecticut x What The F*ck's Up Podcast

TW: loss, events of 9/11 Today I am joined by the creator of the Instagram meme page @overheardconnecticut (OHC) who we are referring to as “Drew.” Drew and I discuss everything from dating in his 20s, to the rise and fall of different social media platforms, to growing up in an all female household (even the pets). A bit further into the episode (we are both ADHD), we circle back and get more into the specifics of his starting OHC as well as into some deeper topics and how they pertain to his l...

Jan 05, 20221 hr 15 minSeason 2Ep. 23

Energy & Comedy ft. Onika McLean

TRIGGER WARNING: domestic violence Today I am joined by comedian, mother, and overall sage Onika McLean. This episode covers so much ground, including but not limited to energetic healing, motherhood, intergenerational trauma, the political nature of being a female and a black woman, domestic abuse, and so much more. Onika covers all of these topics, even the darkest, with such light and love and humor, that it is impossible to walk away from this conversation without feeling a little wiser, mor...

Dec 22, 20211 hr 11 minSeason 2Ep. 22

Anne Sundell: Comedian, Writer, and TikTok Elder

Today I have the absolute pleasure of being joined by Anne Sundell. Anne is a self-proclaimed "comedian, writer, and elder TikToker" at the very old age of 28. We discuss everything from the craziness of the TikTok algorithm, to her budding film writing career, to why dating in your 20s is like getting a vaccine-- you're more protected from the red flags, just never entirely. This episode is funny, fun, and thoughtful, just like Anne. Follow Anne at anne_sundell on IG and Twitter and @annesundel...

Dec 16, 20211 hr 9 minSeason 2Ep. 21
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