Andy Overthinks
42 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 117 ratingsHonestly and humorously scrutinizing us all.
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Why Can’t We Soak It All In Pt. 2
October 27, 2022 07:09 - 1 hour - 116 MBPart two of this season’s finale: Is there something wrong that we often can’t fully appreciate life? Time, life and childhood are fleeting, but we still have our eye on the clock. Guests: McKay Ward, 99 year old Aileen Alfano, and Annie and Alex Grow. andyoverthinks.com/soakitallin2 Tim Kreider’s books Tim Kreider’s Substack Jordan Peterson Interview […]
Why Can’t We Soak It All In Pt. 1
October 27, 2022 07:07 - 48 minutes - 67.2 MBEven though death is inevitable, most days we don’t feel grateful to be alive. Even though childhood is fleeting, much of the time our kids drive us crazy. It’s hard to be fully present and appreciative. Is there a solution? Very special guest: My favorite essayist, Tim Kreider. andyoverthinks.com/soakitallin1 Tim Kreider’s books Tim Kreider’s Substack […]
Overthinking Santa Lies
October 20, 2022 11:25 - 1 hour - 101 MBLying about Santa makes me a little uneasy. But is it sad to deprive kids of the chance to believe in something magical? Hear a variety of opinions from every side, including author of “The Myths That Stole Christmas,” Dr. David Kyle Johnson. andyoverthinks.com/SantaLies Dr. Johnson’s book “The Myths That Stole Christmas” Dr. Johnson’s academia.edu […]
Unpopular Opinions
October 13, 2022 08:43 - 35 minutes - 48.6 MBIn honor of our robust cancel culture, here are few opinions most people won’t agree with, and don’t want to hear. Listen now and troll us later. Co-hosted by Jessica Jensen. andyoverthinks.com/UnpopularOpinions
Female Fantasies
October 06, 2022 11:47 - 54 minutes - 74.8 MBWhat are the strange and specific desires of a woman’s heart, and how is the Fictional Man so spot on? Listen as Andy and Stacey McEwan (romance author, Tik Tok and Bookstagram star) profile the perfect fictional lover and analyze the extremely fictional female fantasy. andyoverthinks.com/femalefantasies “Never Had a Man Like Me” Parody song lyrics: […]
How many kids to have
September 29, 2022 09:20 - 1 hour - 103 MBI began having kids at the end of Season One, but now how do I decide when to stop? What’s too many? What’s too few? And is there a number of children that’s just right? Hear from a panel of parents, researcher Dr. Nicholas Wolfinger, and therapist Ann Davidman. andyoverthinks.com/howmanykidstohave Dr. Wolfinger’s website Ann Davidman’s […]
People who deserve more credit (again)
September 22, 2022 08:02 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MBJessica Jensen and I are back for a second time to give credit where credit is due. Hear from egoless ghostwriter, Hilary Liftin, as well as a philanthropic Amazon reviewer, a heroic YouTube tutorialist, an altruistic clickbait spoiler, and an indentured Senior Class President. andyoverthinks.com/peoplewhodeservemorecreditagain Everyday Home Repairs YouTube channel Hilary Liftin’s website
Thick Skin
September 15, 2022 08:33 - 1 hour - 94.6 MBIt seems the people most able to ignore trolls, critics and hecklers get the most victories, have the most fun, and live the most freely. But why do they have such thick skin? And how can the rest of us toughen up? First learn from door-to-door sales expert and entrepreneur, Sam Taggart. Then hear how […]
The Burden of Beauty Pt. 2
September 08, 2022 09:07 - 1 hour - 108 MBIn part two of two, I get different perspectives on the pursuit of beauty, first from clever sister duo, Lauren and Chanler Bledsoe from the Pop Apologists podcast, who gracefully temper some of my ideas and frustration. And then we get to hear how one man feels about the impact of beauty obsession on the […]
The Burden of Beauty Pt. 1
September 08, 2022 09:04 - 1 hour - 117 MBEvery woman is under pressure to be as beautiful as time, money, and energy can afford. But what’s the real cost? And is it worth it? Learn from Dr. Lexie Kite co-author of More Than a Body and co-founder Beauty Redefined. This episode also includes 90 year old Toos Ward’s perspective on aging and beauty. […]
Things People Have Said To Me
September 01, 2022 16:25 - 1 hour - 104 MBOne friend insulted my shoes and inspired me forever. Another said two words, and ended seven years of indecision. A neighbor’s offhand comment now dictates my budget. And something my husband mentioned on our first date locked him in as the ultimate rebound and life partner. Guests: Alex Grow, Wade Alleman, Ryan Swapp, Annie Grow, […]
Overthinking
August 25, 2022 12:07 - 1 hour - 108 MBWhat would it be like to trust your gut, relax your brain, and generally calm down? I’m discussing the psychology of maximizers vs. satisficers with renowned researcher and author of The Paradox of Choice, Dr. Barry Schwartz. I’ll also chat with my dad, Kevin Seibert, about his chronic overthinking, and hear from John and Adrianne […]
What We Want In The End
March 18, 2021 06:11 - 1 hour - 123 MBIn this Season Two finale I’m asking myself and guests The Big Question: When the end comes, and you’re on your deathbed, what do you need to have experienced or accomplished in your life to feel satisfied? Guests: Annie Grow, Kevin Seibert, Doug Lochner, Mike Thayer, Levi Ballstaedt, Alex Grow, Randi Blaser, Toos Ward, Jenn […]
Narcissism (I bet you don’t think this show is about you)
March 11, 2021 05:08 - 38 minutes - 54.3 MBWe’ve never been more narcissistic, nor more okay with it. How much farther can we fall in love with ourselves before we collectively fall? Guests: therapist Alex Lamoreaux, and researcher Dr. Chris Barry. Get your NPI score Alex Lamoreaux’s Therapy Insta Dr. Barry’s Research The Narcissism Epidemic: Living in the Age of Entitlement Selfie by […]
Work Life Balance
March 04, 2021 06:17 - 44 minutes - 62.9 MBIt may be a tired topic, but is that because we are talking about it wrong? Hear from viral Ted talker and best-selling author, Nigel Marsh and several others about their definitions of a balanced life. andyoverthinks.com/worklifebalance Nigel Marsh’s viral Ted Talk And his first book: Fat, Forty, and Fired: One Man’s Frank, Funny, and Inspiring […]
Work-Life Balance
March 04, 2021 06:17 - 44 minutes - 62.9 MBIt may be a tired topic, but is that because we are talking about it wrong? Hear from viral Ted talker and best-selling author, Nigel Marsh and several others about their definitions of a balanced life. andyoverthinks.com/worklifebalance Nigel Marsh’s viral Ted Talk And his first book: Fat, Forty, and Fired: One Man’s Frank, Funny, and Inspiring […]
Political Correctness
February 25, 2021 11:46 - 55 minutes - 77.5 MBIs political correctness keeping us from correcting anything? Learn from leftist Dr. Fredrik deBoer, Sherita Coffelt, and listen to excerpts from Stephen Fry and other famous comedians. AndyOverthinks.com/PoliticalCorrectness Shownotes: Stephen Fry in full Monk Debate Dr. Fredrik deBoer article Dr. Fredrik deBoer website John Cleese and Bill Maher Jerry Seinfeld on The Herd Late Night […]
Regrets
February 18, 2021 06:51 - 1 hour - 127 MBWhat kinds of regret hurt the most? And what do we do about it? Does thinking about regret do us any good? Hear from Country Music Hall of Fame songwriter Bill Anderson, HGTV star Chrisi Hammer, top researcher Dr. Shai Davidai, and more. andyoverthinks.com/regrets Bill Anderon’s website including his latest single Whisperin Bill’s Instagram Kenny […]
Personality Tests
February 11, 2021 05:53 - 39 minutes - 55.5 MBWe all want to be perfectly understood and classified, and personality tests promise just that. Overthink the personality tests that overthink us overthinking ourselves. andyoverthinks.com/personalitytests Guests: Jessica Jensen, Doug Waggoner, Levi Ballstaedt Kimberly Lochner on Youtube Doug Waggoner’s company Resolution PI Discover your Myers-Briggs Learn your Enneagram Discover your Big Five Washington Post assessment of […]
The Division of Household Labor
February 04, 2021 05:17 - 48 minutes - 67.5 MBChore wars plague most marriages. Who is to blame, and what is the solution? Learn from renowned psychotherapist, Dr. Julie Hanks, and best-selling author and psychologist, Dr. Thomas Phelan. andyoverthinks.com/householdlabor Also featuring: John Canepa, Annie and Alex Grow. Dr. Phelan‘s awesome book: The Manager Mom Epidemic Dr. Julie Hanks Website, Podcast, Partnership Families Course, Instagram: @Drjuliehanks NBC […]
Whether Men or Women Have it Better Part 2
January 28, 2021 04:03 - 34 minutes - 48.4 MBThe debate continues. Who has been dealt the better hand- men or women? This episode argues women have it better while Part One argues in favor of men. Hear from academic and author, Dr. Martin van CreVeld. andyoverthinks.com/womenhaveiteasier Additional guests: Jenn Swapp and Annie Grow Martin Van CreVeld Website Martin Van CreVeld Book: The Privileged […]
Whether Men or Women Have It Better Part 1
January 28, 2021 03:55 - 35 minutes - 50.6 MBIn this two-part series we are debating who has been dealt the better hand– men or women. This episode argues men have it better while part two argues in favor of women. andyoverthinks.com/menhaveiteasier Parody song written by Andy, performed by Connor Egan. Guests: Kevin Seibert, Molly Birchall, Ryan & Jessica Jensen, Alex & Annie Grow, […]
Subcultures
January 21, 2021 07:02 - 45 minutes - 63.4 MBEvery subculture we subscribe to comes with its own quirks, rules, and dress code. Listen as we dissect and poke fun at hunting, nerd, yoga, and surf subcultures with Ryan Jensen, Mike Thayer, Rebbie Brassfield, and Ned Sweet. andyoverthinks.com/subcultures Mike Thayer’s website Mike Thayer’s books Rebbie Brassfield’s website Follow @andyoverthinks on Instagram Rate, review and subscribe
How Much We Don’t Know
January 14, 2021 05:00 - 39 minutes - 55.4 MBWe are all full of it. And it’s time to admit we’re mostly BS-ing our way through life. Listen to research exposing, and several guests confessing, painful ignorance and shameful incompetencies. andyoverthinks.com/wedontknow Kimberly Lochner on Youtube Included clips: Nate Bargatze: Full Time Magic Schitt’s Creek – “Fold In the Cheese!” Facts mentioned: Identifying Iran […]
Dreamers and Realists
January 07, 2021 08:28 - 52 minutes - 73 MBWho lives better, the dreamer or the realist? Hear from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles creator: Kevin Eastman, celebrity dancer: Chelsie Hightower, singer songwriter: Chris Commisso, artist: Caroline Augusta, entrepreneur: Alex Grow, and former business litigator: Kevin Seibert. andyoverthinks.com/dreamersandrealist Kevin Eastman website Chris Commisso youtube Caroline Augusta website Chelsie Hightower website Follow today’s guests on Instagram: […]
Becoming a Parent
April 19, 2018 08:34 - 39 minutes - 32.7 MBArguably life’s greatest change and challenge is almost upon me. Our first child is on her way. In this season one finale I’m researching, surveying, and overthinking parenthood with 9 good friends and experienced parents. Washington Post article on the emotional difficulty of becoming a parent Research on the transition to parenthood The New Demography […]
Facebook Fights
April 12, 2018 07:03 - 36 minutes - 30.7 MBFacebook can be a breeding zone for conflict. But can’t we all just get along? Hear ideas from Dr. Alloway, renowned professor of psychology and social media researcher, and listen to highlights from Brené Brown and other research. Dr. Tracy Alloway’s research and links Dr. Tracy Alloway’s Tedx Talk Brené Brown’s GREAT book quoted in […]
What Everyone Else Is Thinking
April 05, 2018 08:01 - 29 minutes - 25 MBThe majority of people don’t have it all figured out. So why do we base decisions off what everyone else thinks and does? Laugh with Jessica Jensen, learn from elderly consultants, and review research on some of humanity’s most irrational behaviors. References: Women and working out Stanford research on priming Quotes to help you care […]
Instasham 2
March 29, 2018 06:05 - 30 minutes - 25.7 MBPart two of two thinking about the picture-perfect lives of lifestyle Instagrammers. Hear from influencers Sara Jane Warner and Ashton Barrett. And learn about the effects of following strangers from psychologist and researcher Dr. Leora Trub. Shawni Pothier blog disclaimer Brooke White’s Website Dr Trub’s instagram research Follow @andyoverthinks on Instagram Rate, review and subscribe
Instasham
March 22, 2018 07:03 - 32 minutes - 31 MBLifestyle instagrammers- they look great; we feel awful. In part one of two, get a behind-the-scenes exposé with anonymous blog photographer, review research, and real talk with author of viral “Lifestyle Porn” article, Mike Thayer. Part of My World Instagram ParodyVocals: Kimberly LochnerLyrics: yours truly, AndyArtwork: Anoosha Syed Illustration More on this topic: Mike […]
Redheads
March 15, 2018 07:45 - 38 minutes - 32.4 MBRedheads have it hard. From the constant sunburns to the verbal ones. Hear what it’s like from American redheads: Alex Grow and Eric Innes, Irish ginger, Paddy O’Shea, and Canadian comedian, Shawn Hitchins. Shawn Hitchin’s book: A Brief History of Oversharing: One Ginger’s Anthology of Humiliation Documentary- Being Ginger Sperm bank turns down redheads Physical attraction […]
Perfect Parties
March 08, 2018 07:44 - 38 minutes - 32.3 MBToday’s parties and weddings- fun or frightening? Hear from 7-time bridesmaid- Kristal Milnik, founder of PinterestFail.com- Jenna Anderson, and finally, Emily Hardman, author of NY Times article “I planned my wedding in 5 days. You could too.” Links/Resources: Emily Hardman’s New York Times article: “I planned my wedding in 5 days. You could too” Accompanying […]
Life Advice
March 01, 2018 08:30 - 33 minutes - 28 MBWhere one bit of life advice exists, another is there to contradict it. When everyone recommends contradicting ways of life, how do you choose? Ned Sweet and our elderly consultants cast their votes on life’s diverging paths. Get a free audiobook on Audible when you sign up for a 30-day free trial! Follow @andyoverthinks on […]
Busyness
February 22, 2018 07:40 - 35 minutes - 33.9 MBAmericans have never been busier, nor more proud of it. Learn why we use busyness as a badge of honor with Georgetown researcher and professor, Dr. Neeru Paharia, and hear from Annie Grow and elderly consultants. Recommended book: On the Shortness of Life by Seneca Get a free audiobook on Audible when you sign up for a […]
Romance 2
February 15, 2018 08:26 - 36 minutes - 30.9 MBWe’re picking back up with Jeff Arch, writer and creator of Sleepless in Seattle, discussing real life romance vs. movie romance. Then several other guests discuss the reality of their love lives. Jeff Arch, Sally Seibert, Molly Birchall, Toos Ward, Trina Weeks, Molly Malone. Romantic books I recommend: These is My Words Writers & Lovers: […]
Romance
February 08, 2018 08:30 - 29 minutes - 25.1 MBWhy can’t love be like the movies? Adoring suitors, perfect love confessions, and kisses in the pouring rain. Is real-life romance a bust, or are we not watching close enough? Hear from Sleepless in Seattle creator and writer, Jeff Arch. In part one of two, Andy gives her husband a chance to defend himself, laments […]
Dating Apps
February 01, 2018 08:30 - 39 minutes - 32.1 MBDating is tricky. But now you can do it from your phone. Does that make meeting the one easier or harder? Listen as friends discuss their opinions and experiences, and research gives insight into the digital complexities of finding love. Dating apps make people less attractive Tinder users have lower self-esteem The rise of dating-app fatigue […]
People Who Deserve More Credit
January 25, 2018 08:30 - 40 minutes - 38 MBThere are people all around us doing great things and not getting the deserved recognition. Today they will. Featuring Jessica Jensen, a yelp reviewer, wikipedia contributor, and Ben Stiller’s stuntman, Greg Fitzpatrick. Greg Fitzpatrick’s highlight reel Also be sure to check out Roger Bamkin’s gender gap-bridging project on Wikipedia Follow @andyoverthinks on Instagram Rate, review and subscribe
Saying No
January 18, 2018 01:30 - 35 minutes - 34.1 MBSometimes the most positive thing we can do is just say no. Learn the things Andy and friends have liberated themselves from, and hear wisdom from William Ury’s The Power of a Positive No. Featuring; Kevin Seibert, Mike Thayer, Jessica Jensen, Annie & Alex Grow, Levi Ballstaedt. Book referenced: The Power of a Positive No In case you need […]
Expectations
January 06, 2018 18:58 - 39 minutes - 37.7 MBWant a great dinner conversation? Ask someone if it is better to live with high expectations or low expectations. People get passionate about this one. Explore the inside the mind of optimist and friend Alex Grow, my husband Levi, gain perspective from my Elderly Consultants, and finally get a powerfully insightful interview with the author […]
Surprisingly Inspiring
January 06, 2018 18:57 - 38 minutes - 38.2 MBSeriously bizarre things can become seriously successful, and what could be more inspiring? Ned Sweet and I list some of these unexpected successes. Then I chat with Kevin Eastman,creator of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. AndyOverthinks.com/SurprisinglyInspiring 22:00 Kevin Eastman interview A few items mentioned: Chia Pets Cell phone holster I Can Has Cheezburger?: A LOLcat Colleckshun […]
FOMO
January 06, 2018 18:53 - 38 minutes - 37.7 MBI, Andy, suffer from acute FOMO, aka the Fear Of Missing Out. It’s a real thing. In the premiere episode of the Andy Overthinks podcast, this millennial phobia is researched and discussed with friends- Jessica Jensen and Levi Ballstaedt, elderly consultants- Toos Ward (87), Aileen Alfano (95), Miss Ruby (91), and therapist Joey Ulrich. andyoverthinks.com/FOMO More […]