Shaped: A comedy self-help podcast from two gals (women) who can't help themselves. This is just a quick announcement to let you all know that Amy and Kelsie are taking a break. If you miss them, just re-listen to some of your favorite Shaped podcasts and make sure to follow Shaped on Instagram and Facebook for updates. Shaped will be doing some live events this September so be on the look out for that. Amy will still be hosting monthly kates shows at The Book Cellar and Kelsie will be doing The Jam TV show and Zanies this fall. www.shapedpodcast.com Discussed on this podcast: the kates: https://www.thekates.org The Jam TV Show: http://bit.ly/2ZcbtTDTHEJAM http://bit.ly/2oEtZRjHUFFJAM Resources: Between Friends Domestic Violence 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 800-603-HELP (4357) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 YWCA Rape Crisis Hotline Call 888-293-2080 in Chicago Metropolitan Area Call 630-971-3927 in DuPage County Call 708-748-5672 in the South Suburbs Looking for a Therapist? (Thanks listener and friend Ellen for this info) http://liveoakchicago.com Contact Us Here: http://bit.ly/2YDRUk0SHAPEDWEB

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Ep 44: Not Really - It's A Break!

Shaped: A comedy self-help podcast from two gals (women) who can't help themselves. In this LIVE episode Amy and Kelsie talk to Chicago Women's Funny Festival co-founder and co-producer Liz McArthur (@217Liz217). They talk sketch, improv and stand-up in Chicago and thoughts on building community. Grief, the inner grandpa, and a ham cam also come up! Huge thanks to CWFF (@chiwomensfunnyfest) for hosting Shaped first live event. Shout out to Jill, Chris, Jon and Dan. Also, a donut cake was present (doritedonuts) Check out the donut celebration Shaped Podcast's InstaStories (@shapedpodcast) www.shapedpodcast.com Discussed on this podcast: CWFF at Stage 773: http://bit.ly/2Zm2Q5U https://www.tiktok.com/en/ Resources: Between Friends Domestic Violence 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 800-603-HELP (4357) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 YWCA Rape Crisis Hotline Call 888-293-2080 in Chicago Metropolitan Area Call 630-971-3927 in DuPage County Call 708-748-5672 in the South Suburbs Looking for a Therapist? (Thanks listener and friend Ellen for this info) http://liveoakchicago.com Contact Us Here: http://bit.ly/2YDRUk0SHAPEDWEB

Ep 43: Live with Liz McArthur at CWFF

Shaped: A comedy self-help podcast from two gals (women) who can't help themselves. In this episode Amy and Kelsie talk about how swearing makes the world and yourself stronger, better, and more f*cking fun. Conversation inspired by the Every Little Thing Podcast, which you SHOULD be subscribe to because it also rules (Thanks to Jess Buttery for making us listen to it!) www.shapedpodcast.com Discussed on this podcast: Every Little Thing Podcast (@eltshow) : http://bit.ly/2T14uY9 Ben Bergen's book What the F*** CWFF at Stage 773: http://bit.ly/2Zm2Q5U Resources: Between Friends Domestic Violence 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 800-603-HELP (4357) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 YWCA Rape Crisis Hotline Call 888-293-2080 in Chicago Metropolitan Area Call 630-971-3927 in DuPage County Call 708-748-5672 in the South Suburbs Looking for a Therapist? (Thanks listener and friend Ellen for this info) http://liveoakchicago.com Contact Us Here: http://bit.ly/2YDRUk0SHAPEDWEB

Ep 42: Science Says Swearing F*cking Rules

Shaped: A comedy self-help podcast from two gals (women) who can't help themselves. In this episode Amy and Kelsie talk about how the the struggle to do "nothing" is real, and also really important. Inspired by Jenny Odell's new book How To Do Nothing. (Although Kelsie hasn't read it yet, the downside of loving the Chicago Public Library - the on hold waiting period can be LONG!) www.shapedpodcast.com Discussed on this podcast: Shaped and The Book Cellar Instagram Giveaway, get on it! CWFF at Stage 773: http://bit.ly/2Zm2Q5U Gillian Giles article in (@RadicalBodyLove): http://bit.ly/2GJY5fk OTM Interview with Jenny Odell: http://bit.ly/33fUijw Jenny Odell (@the_jennitaur) Book: How to do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy. On the Media (@onthemedia) Brooke Gladstone - OTM host (@OTMBrooke) Aparna Nancherla (@aparnapkin) Sara Tea (@saratea) Resources: Between Friends Domestic Violence 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 800-603-HELP (4357) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 YWCA Rape Crisis Hotline Call 888-293-2080 in Chicago Metropolitan Area Call 630-971-3927 in DuPage County Call 708-748-5672 in the South Suburbs Looking for a Therapist? (Thanks listener and friend Ellen for this info) http://liveoakchicago.com Contact Us Here: http://bit.ly/2YDRUk0SHAPEDWEB

Ep 41: Pitfalls Of Productivity

Shaped: A comedy self-help podcast from two gals (women) who can't help themselves. In this episode Amy and Kelsie talk about the use of the word "crazy" and "insane" in our everyday language. The conversation was inspired by Sandy Allen's Article in Medium - Gay Magazine. www.shapedpodcast.com Discussed on this podcast: Sandy Allen (@sealln) article "That's So Crazy" : http://bit.ly/2Kb9iYf 250 labels article: http://bit.ly/315PVW4 CWFF at Stage 773: http://bit.ly/2Zm2Q5U The Gay Magazine on Medium is Roxane Gay’s endeavor! More info: @rgay @Medium @GayTheMagazine Resources: Between Friends Domestic Violence 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 800-603-HELP (4357) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 YWCA Rape Crisis Hotline Call 888-293-2080 in Chicago Metropolitan Area Call 630-971-3927 in DuPage County Call 708-748-5672 in the South Suburbs Looking for a Therapist? (Thanks listener and friend Ellen for this info) http://liveoakchicago.com Contact Us Here: http://bit.ly/2YDRUk0SHAPEDWEB

Ep 40: Using The Words "Crazy" & "Insane"

Shaped: A comedy self-help podcast from two gals (women) who can't help themselves. In this episode Amy and Kelsie talk about their current and past summer breaks and summer vacations. They also realized how Sizzler still haunts their dreams! www.shapedpodcast.com Discussed on this podcast: Paula Abdul's Opposites Attract Music Video http://bit.ly/2JyKIQV Resources: Between Friends Domestic Violence 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 800-603-HELP (4357) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 YWCA Rape Crisis Hotline Call 888-293-2080 in Chicago Metropolitan Area Call 630-971-3927 in DuPage County Call 708-748-5672 in the South Suburbs Looking for a Therapist? (Thanks listener and friend Ellen for this info) http://liveoakchicago.com Contact Us Here: http://bit.ly/2YDRUk0SHAPEDWEB

Ep 39: The Evolution Of Summer Break

Shaped: A comedy self-help podcast from two gals (women) who can't help themselves. In this episode Amy and Kelsie discuss Thomas Curran's Ted Talk about Perfectionism and how striving for the ideal image may be driving us all mad. Plus, is being perfect is BORING? We have some thoughts on that. www.shapedpodcast.com Discussed on this podcast: Psychology Today article by @jenniferhamady http://bit.ly/2Ljn6BT Psychology Today article by @swhitbo featuring @thocm research http://bit.ly/2LiQHeD Thomas Curran's Ted Talk http://bit.ly/2xWyQ4J School of Life Friendship Videos http://bit.ly/2XO5zZn http://bit.ly/2XHGni4 Resources: Between Friends Domestic Violence 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 800-603-HELP (4357) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 YWCA Rape Crisis Hotline Call 888-293-2080 in Chicago Metropolitan Area Call 630-971-3927 in DuPage County Call 708-748-5672 in the South Suburbs Looking for a Therapist? (Thanks listener and friend Ellen for this info) http://liveoakchicago.com Contact Us Here: http://bit.ly/2YDRUk0SHAPEDWEB

Ep 38: Problems With Perfectionism

Shaped: A comedy self-help podcast from two gals (women) who can't help themselves. In this episode Amy and Kelsie talk about their experience with summer and middle school fashion, right in time for Netflix's Stranger Things Season 3. www.shapedpodcast.com Discussed on this podcast: Stranger Things Masterclass with Margaret Atwood Resources: Between Friends Domestic Violence 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 800-603-HELP (4357) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 YWCA Rape Crisis Hotline Call 888-293-2080 in Chicago Metropolitan Area Call 630-971-3927 in DuPage County Call 708-748-5672 in the South Suburbs Looking for a Therapist? (Thanks listener and friend Ellen for this info) http://liveoakchicago.com Contact Us Here: http://bit.ly/2YDRUk0SHAPEDWEB

Ep 37: Stranger Things, Strangest Fashion

Shaped: A comedy self-help podcast from two gals (women) who can't help themselves. In this episode Amy and Kelsie talk about the lessons learned from professional women in sports and how those struggles, triumphs, actions and beliefs can translate to women in business, women in the arts (comedy) and the rising up of women across the world. www.shapedpodcast.com Discussed on this podcast: Forbes Women Supporting Women Article: http://bit.ly/2WNYQxT Abby Wambach Barnard Speech: http://bit.ly/2RmXUKK Abby Wambach interview on Hello Monday: https://apple.co/2IPvp4E @abbywambach Books: http://bit.ly/2ZumdcH Resources: Between Friends Domestic Violence 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 800-603-HELP (4357) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 YWCA Rape Crisis Hotline Call 888-293-2080 in Chicago Metropolitan Area Call 630-971-3927 in DuPage County Call 708-748-5672 in the South Suburbs Looking for a Therapist? (Thanks listener and friend Ellen for this info) http://liveoakchicago.com Contact Us Here: http://bit.ly/2YDRUk0SHAPEDWEB

Ep 36: Women's World Cup WolfPack Wisdom

Shaped: A comedy self-help podcast from two gals (women) who can't help themselves. In this episode Amy and Kelsie talk about the importance of supporting PRIDE in June and beyond. They also share their connections and experiences as allies to the LGBTQA+ community. www.shapedpodcast.com Discussed on this podcast: Pride History: http://bit.ly/2wZksbn Howard Brown Health Center: http://bit.ly/31HHl0Q WidyCity Times: http://bit.ly/2Xj64t3 About Face Theatre: http://bit.ly/2RqbCge BackLot Bash: http://bit.ly/2Ko2O9S MidSommer Fest/Andersonville Ch. of Comm.: http://bit.ly/2ZsVPzZ NorthHalsted/Pride Fest/Market Days: http://bit.ly/31H1ofR Blood Drives: https://rdcrss.org/2Xk6UWK Drunk History: https://on.cc.com/2IMtvSo Notes of a Native Son & Sonny's Blues by James Baldwin Oryx and Crake by Margaret Atwood Resources: Between Friends Domestic Violence 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 800-603-HELP (4357) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 YWCA Rape Crisis Hotline Call 888-293-2080 in Chicago Metropolitan Area Call 630-971-3927 in DuPage County Call 708-748-5672 in the South Suburbs Looking for a Therapist? (Thanks listener and friend Ellen for this info) http://liveoakchicago.com Contact Us Here: http://bit.ly/2YDRUk0SHAPEDWEB

Ep 35: Supporting Pride Beyond June

Shaped: A comedy self-help podcast from two gals (women) who can't help themselves. In this episode Amy and Kelsie go back to the basics and just have a chat about our summer plans and summer skincare. We give a few listener shout outs as well. There is also a cameo, from Bob the Cricket, it's a thing. Hope you enjoy and laughs with us! www.shapedpodcast.com Resources: Between Friends Domestic Violence 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 800-603-HELP (4357) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 YWCA Rape Crisis Hotline Call 888-293-2080 in Chicago Metropolitan Area Call 630-971-3927 in DuPage County Call 708-748-5672 in the South Suburbs Looking for a Therapist? (Thanks listener and friend Ellen for this info) http://liveoakchicago.com Contact Us Here: http://bit.ly/2YDRUk0SHAPEDWEB

Ep 34: Casual Summer Chats

Shaped: A comedy self-help podcast from two gals (women) who can't help themselves. In this episode Amy and Kelsie chat about letting go, burning stuff, and crossing thresholds. Oh, Father's Day, we have feelings about you! Also, where can we get sand paper soap? Etsy, we are looking at you. www.shapedpodcast.com Resources: Between Friends Domestic Violence 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 800-603-HELP (4357) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 YWCA Rape Crisis Hotline Call 888-293-2080 in Chicago Metropolitan Area Call 630-971-3927 in DuPage County Call 708-748-5672 in the South Suburbs Looking for a Therapist? (Thanks listener and friend Ellen for this info) http://liveoakchicago.com Contact Us Here: http://bit.ly/2YDRUk0SHAPEDWEB

Ep 33: Father's Day Feelings

Shaped: A comedy self-help podcast from two gals (women) who can't help themselves. In this episode Amy and Kelsie respond to Terry Gross' Fresh Air interview with author Mary Pipher. Mary Pipher's new book, Women Rowing North, chronicles the positive aspects of transitioning from middle age to old age: "At this life stage, women start granting themselves the power of no." www.shapedpodcast.com Discussed on this podcast: Mary Pipher on Fresh Air: https://n.pr/2Z31ywe Mary Pipher's Books: https://marypipher.com MasterClass: https://www.masterclass.com Resources: Between Friends Domestic Violence 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 800-603-HELP (4357) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 YWCA Rape Crisis Hotline Call 888-293-2080 in Chicago Metropolitan Area Call 630-971-3927 in DuPage County Call 708-748-5672 in the South Suburbs Looking for a Therapist? (Thanks listener and friend Ellen for this info) http://liveoakchicago.com Contact Us Here: http://bit.ly/2YDRUk0SHAPEDWEB

Ep 32: The Happiest Demographic

Shaped: A comedy self-help podcast from two gals (women) who can't help themselves. In this episode Amy and Kelsie chat about anxiety and tools to cope with the "worries". This conversation was inspired by Chris Westfall's (@westfallonline) Forbes article, "Coping With Stress, Burnout Or Anxiety: The One Thing You Need To Know". The discussion was also inspired by the artist Gabby Frost www.shapedpodcast.com Discussed on this podcast: Chris Westfall's Forbes Article: http://bit.ly/2MqwQvs Gabby Frost (GMF Designs) InstaGram Post: https://www.instagram.com/gmf.designs/ MasterClass: https://www.masterclass.com Resources: Between Friends Domestic Violence 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 800-603-HELP (4357) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 YWCA Rape Crisis Hotline Call 888-293-2080 in Chicago Metropolitan Area Call 630-971-3927 in DuPage County Call 708-748-5672 in the South Suburbs Looking for a Therapist? (Thanks listener and friend Ellen for this info) http://liveoakchicago.com Contact Us Here: http://bit.ly/2YDRUk0SHAPEDWEB

Ep 31: Puzzlin' Through Anxiety

Shaped: A comedy self-help podcast from two gals (women) who can't help themselves. In this episode Amy and Kelsie respond to Shankar Vedantam's Hidden Brain NPR podcast interview with Keith Payne. Dr. Payne is Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience and his research asks questions like: Why does feeling poor sometimes have more powerful effects than actually being poor? Why does no one feel rich? We also have feelings. A lot of them. This is a long one, so get comfy. www.shapedpodcast.com Discussed on this podcast: NPR's Hidden Brain Podcast: https://n.pr/2K4Sp1H The Broken Ladder by Keith Payne: http://bkpayne.web.unc.edu Resources: Between Friends Domestic Violence 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 800-603-HELP (4357) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 YWCA Rape Crisis Hotline Call 888-293-2080 in Chicago Metropolitan Area Call 630-971-3927 in DuPage County Call 708-748-5672 in the South Suburbs Looking for a Therapist? (Thanks listener and friend Ellen for this info) http://liveoakchicago.com Contact Us Here: http://bit.ly/2YDRUk0SHAPEDWEB

Ep 30: Two Broke Girls. One Broken Ladder.

Shaped. A comedy self-help podcast from two gals who can't help themselves. From Amy Sumpter & Kelsie Huff Brought to you by the kates network

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