Here on IGTBO, we're not about toxic positivity -- we're about finding things that are good even when the world is dark. Today's guest, Sharon McMahon -- a fellow tall woman -- brought her OK things, including geese, being in a goose-forward household, and the acts of kindness that can change the trajectory of your life.
For any long-time fans of IGTBO, th ... Show More
Apr 28
Advice-cast: The Worst Thing to Say When Someone’s Grieving, Feeling like a Loser at Work, and Trying to Love Your Body When No One Else Loves Theirs
Thanks for Asking is a group project – we could not make this show without you. You’re not just a listener. You’re a participant. We want to make a show about what matters to you. That’s why we have our inboxes always open, with our operator (Nora) standing by to take your calls ... Show More
54m 58s
Apr 21
Food, Forgiveness and the Cost of Being Thin: A Conversation with Geneen Roth
Every woman in the world has shared one feeling: that their body is wrong. We like to say that we've come "so far," but just open any social media app and see the body warping, the products marketed as "a drink to stop your cravings" or "patches that help you drop two sizes," and ... Show More
1h 26m
Feb 2025
does your family get you? (no contact, boundaries, & chosen family) FT. Jonathan Van Ness
whether it's because of a language barrier, political views, or sexuality, many of us have had moments where we wonder if our family truly gets us. if you've ever felt the need to set clear boundaries or even go no contact with your family, this episode is for you. while family i ... Show More
1h 5m
Aug 2024
Mental Health, From Day 1
There’s a mental health crisis in America. If we want to turn that around, we need to start from the very beginning of a person’s life. Gloria speaks to Terri Chebot, an infant mental health consultant, about the huge role that childcare providers play in children’s emotional and ... Show More
29m 25s
Nov 2022
30. Intentional Parenting, Nervous System Regulation, and Kids’ Emotional Health | Katie Crosby of Thriving Littles
All parents want their kids to feel safe and secure in the world around them. Yet often, parents can send kids the message that their big emotions are unsafe. As an occupational therapist who is well versed in supporting kids’ emotions, Katie starts by providing some helpful defi ... Show More
1h 20m
Apr 2024
Changes Focus: Parenting - Zadie Smith, Toddla T, Josh Widdicombe and Jen Brister
In this week’s Changes Focus we are zooming in on parenting. Whether you are a parent yourself or not, we have all been parented in some way and many of us spend time around people who are parents. We therefore all have experience of parenting and the huge effect it has on our li ... Show More
24m 16s