Tattoos. We're talking about the misconceptions surrounding tattoos and the stereotypes we've used to label people who express themselves through body art.द्वारा Modern Musings

Everyone has stress, but stress at work can be especially difficult to deal with. Our discussion leads us from the reasons we might have more stress now than in the past and some ways to cope with it better.द्वारा Modern Musings

As we close upon two holidays over the next few weeks, we thought we would take a look at how we honor our parents by discussing Mother's Day and Father's Day, and why, for some, these two celebrations might be difficult.द्वारा Modern Musings

Tomorrow is May Day and we are exploring the history and traditions of this spring holiday.द्वारा Modern Musings

Reality TV is here to stay, and most of us watch it. But is it REAL? Join us as we take a look at some popular reality TV shows to determine whether reality TV is real or staged. You be the judge.द्वारा Modern Musings

What happens when your life is suddenly turned upside down, and how do you cope with it? Christen shares a very personal story that you don't want to miss.द्वारा Modern Musings

Crystals, rocks, minerals, gems, stones...call them what you will, we love them! Why are we drawn to them, how do we use them, and where can we find them?द्वारा Modern Musings

A spur-of-the-moment change in plans results in a discussion of our favorite food chains. We're talking chicken to burgers to tacos and we barely scratched the surface. Did we mention your favorites?द्वारा Modern Musings

Are we more than just the labels people define us by, or do the names we're assigned make us who we are? In this episode, we discuss everything from nicknames and slurs to birth names and numerology. What does your name say about you?द्वारा Modern Musings

What started out as a discussion of fun literature-oriented destinations turned into a debate on what constitutes one. Sometimes we disagree, but we still have a great list of fun trips we'd like to take. Did we list one of yours?द्वारा Modern Musings

Doctors keep warning us that we need to get more sleep. Do you get enough sleep? Most of us admit we do not, but why? We're taking a look at some common sleep disturbances and offering a few suggestions on how to get a better night's sleep.द्वारा Modern Musings

Neurodivergent is a relatively new term when it comes to mental health, learning disabilities, and cognitive differences. But what does it really mean, and is there really any such thing as normal?द्वारा Modern Musings

Have you ever been told that you were "too much" or do you know someone others think is too much? What makes someone too much, and are they really?द्वारा Modern Musings

We hear the word "Metaphysical" bandied around a lot these days, but what does it mean? What makes something "Metaphysical", and what kinds of things fall under the metaphysical umbrella? Join us to find out.द्वारा Modern Musings

Meditation can be a great way to relax, become grounded, and even tune in to your inner feelings. On today's episode, we are talking about different ways to meditate and why you should give it a try...again.द्वारा Modern Musings

Our special guest, John Griffith, author of "Lucky Man: Memoir of a Prostate Cancer Survivor" and "A Dad's Fun Guide to Raising Happy Daughters: Imagination Activities Against Body-Snatching Zombie Naysayers and Other Foes" joins us again this week to talk about book publishing and living life with good intentions, belief in yourself, and a positiv…

This week, our discussion includes two special guests -- John Griffith, the author of "Lucky Man: Memoir of a Prostate Cancer Survivor" and founder of Score Men's Wellness, and his daughter, Harmony. John is sharing his experience as a prostate cancer survivor, why it's sometimes a challenge to get men to take their preventative wellness seriously,…

One of our favorite hobbies is reading, and in this episode, we are detailing a few book challenges we love as well as well as some of the books we've been reading. We even mention a few we'd never read again.द्वारा Modern Musings

January 24 is National Compliment Day and we are sharing how a few kind words can really make someone's day. Whether it's at home, at work, or with strangers, compliments have the power to make things better.द्वारा Modern Musings

January is National Hobbies month, and we are sharing our thoughts on our hobbies, what makes a hobby, and when a hobby goes too far.द्वारा Modern Musings

Happy New Year! January is all about getting a fresh start, and we are ready! Join us for a discussion of the new goals we're setting for 2025 and a reveal of our "One Little Word".द्वारा Modern Musings

Setting boundaries is an act of self-love. If you don't respect your own values and beliefs, why should anyone else? Today we're talking about what boundaries are and why we should set (and adhere to) them.द्वारा Modern Musings

Nothing says Christmas quite like binge watching your favorite holiday movies. But what qualifies as a Christmas movie? And which movie is your favorite?द्वारा Modern Musings

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas and we're reflecting on our favorite decorations both old and new. How do you decorate for Christmas?द्वारा Modern Musings

How long has it been since you wrote a letter? In honor of National Letter Writing Day on December 7, we are discussing the lost art of letter writing and why we should keep writing letters despite the convenience of texts and emails.द्वारा Modern Musings

Black Friday, shopping addictions, rampant consumerism. This week we are sharing our thoughts about mental health and other issues that stem from a need to acquire more things.द्वारा Modern Musings

As the end of the year approaches, we take a look back at our goals and reflect on what worked and what didn't before lining up new goals for the new year. Did you achieve your goals this year? Have you taken a close look at what went wrong or what you could do differently? Now is the best time to do it!…

In honor of World Diabetes Day on November 14, we are sharing a bit of knowledge about a silent killer that affects more than 38 million Americans. What is it, what causes it, and what can we do to treat it?द्वारा Modern Musings

Sometimes we plan to discuss one topic and wind up talking about a whole lot more. Listen in as we deliberate everything from our solar system, exploration, sci-fi, and even exobiology.द्वारा Modern Musings

This fun episode explores a few of the fun Harry Potter quizzes we've found on the internet and we discuss how accurate (or not) the quizzes might be. Do the four Hogwarts houses line up with the Enneagram? With the Zodiac?द्वारा Modern Musings

Our podcast about the Book of Questions prompted Christen to ask us about a few things we might or might not dare to do. How daring are you?द्वारा Modern Musings

Thinking about the fall often brings to mind thoughts of yummy baked goods, wholesome meals, and comfort foods. In this episode, we're talking about baking and what we love most about it.द्वारा Modern Musings

It's been a while since we checked in on our progress towards our projects and goals. This week, we are circling back to some of our previous episodes and talking about plans, bucket lists, and some of the things we've started but haven't quite accomplished.द्वारा Modern Musings

Drinking coffee has become an American obsession, so we are taking a look at everything from the origins of the coffee break to our favorite flavors and styles.द्वारा Modern Musings

Have you heard of the Enneagram personality types? Modern Musings explores the 9 types and what they might mean in our lives.द्वारा Modern Musings

This week we are discussing one of Cindy's favorite outdoor activities -- Geocaching. We'll talk about what it is, how to get started, and we even mention a few similar outdoor games.द्वारा Modern Musings

Are dreams a window to our souls or just a brain dump for our over-crowded minds? Are they prophetic? Are they a way for the dead to visit us? What do our dreams really mean?द्वारा Modern Musings

Attention comic book and movie fans! We're debating all things in the DC and Marvel universes. Who is the best Batman? Which brand has the best villains? Who is the least believable superhero? Listen in and then you be the judge!द्वारा Modern Musings

How is a cruise vacation different from the "Love Boat"? We're dispelling some of the common myths, misperceptions, and negative expectations about cruising.द्वारा Modern Musings

We are fresh from a little trip in a rented RV and we're eager to share our experience. Was it worth it? Would we do it again? Listen to find out!द्वारा Modern Musings

In this Writer's Corner episode, Amber introduces flash fiction along with a few examples written by well-known authors.द्वारा Modern Musings

What makes someone an introvert or an extrovert? In this episode, we discuss being shy, stage fright, and whether we are introvert, extrovert, or something else.द्वारा Modern Musings

Christen explores the concept of the perfect kitchen and the 7 must-have things she thinks it should include. What would you put in yours?द्वारा Modern Musings

Artificial intelligence -- it seems like it's everywhere these days. We're looking at everything from ChatGPT to The Terminator. Good, bad, scary, or promising? What does the future hold?द्वारा Modern Musings

What is National Moon Day, and why should we celebrate it? It might not be what you think, but we'll tell you!द्वारा Modern Musings

Texas is a BIG state, and we're sharing some of the fun and quirky places we've been as well as a few places we want to go. In addition to the beautiful landscape and the must-see tourist draws, we've got a few you've probably never heard of -- some of them are just downright odd.द्वारा Modern Musings

Some questions make you think hard before you answer. In this episode, we're exploring "The Book of Questions" by Gregory Stock, Ph.D.द्वारा Modern Musings

We are at the mid-year point, so it's time to take a look at how our goals are progressing. More specifically, we are looking at some ways they might not be progressing, and what you can do to help them along.द्वारा Modern Musings

In celebration of Global Beatles Day, we're talking about the Fab Four and how they influenced us.द्वारा Modern Musings

Christen says she hates musicals...but does she? Let's find out!द्वारा Modern Musings