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Laughing Through Hard Stuff

61 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago -

Welcome to Laughing Through the Hard Stuff Podcast, where we are two women, two different opinions, and one mission to talk about the issues that matter with humor and grace. Each week we hope to entertain you as we talk about important topics that everyday women face. We promise that no matter how tough the topic: we're always going to laugh through the hard stuff.

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Episodes

Laughing Through Misogyny

April 28, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MB

On this episode Kelley and Jamille discuss misogyny and what ways it has showed up in their life experiences. 

Laughing Through Aging

April 06, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MB

On this episode Kelley and Jamille discuss the societal challenges of aging. They also share aspects of aging that have brought them joy. 

Laughing Through Motherhood

March 29, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MB

On this episode  Kelley and Jamille discuss the joys, challenges and myths about motherhood. 

Laughing Through Therapy

March 08, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MB

On this Episode Kelley and Jamille discuss all things therapy! They do a deep dive on their thoughts on therapy, challenges and benefits, and they share their personal experiences with therapy. 

Laughing Through Friendships

March 01, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MB

Kelley and Jamille discuss adulthood friendships. They take a deep dive on their definition of friendships, friendships that have save their lives, and friendship expectations. 

Laughing Through Pandemic Trauma

February 22, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MB

On this episode Kelley and Jamille discuss their experiences with the pandemic, what got them through it, pandemic pipe dreams, and lessons they learned. 

Laughing Through Marriage and Singleness

February 15, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MB

In this episode Jamille and Kelley discuss marriage and singleness. They breakdown their pros, cons, and share their own experiences.

Laughing Through Being The Only

February 08, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MB

In this episode Kelley and Jamille discuss how they met, what made them start this podcast, and how they bonded over being "the only" in different life situations. 

Nobody Got Slapped: We Break Down the Grammy Awards, then discuss Ciara and Russel Williams drama, and Talk About Being Strategically Single

April 07, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MB

Kelley and Jamille discuss their thoughts on the Grammy awards fashion and show. They also discuss Channing Crowder's views on Ciara and Russell Wilson's marriage, and then finally discuss being strategically single.

Nobody Got Slapped: We Break Down the Grammy Awards, then discuss Ciara and Russel Wilsons drama, and Talk About Being Strategically Single

April 07, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MB

Kelley and Jamille discuss their thoughts on the Grammy awards fashion and show. They also discuss Channing Crowder's views on Ciara and Russell Wilson's marriage, and then finally discuss being strategically single.

Oscar's Overload: We talk the Oscar's and the Will Smith Slap Heard Around the World

March 30, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MB

Kelley and Jamille break down Oscar's fashion, the show's high and low moments, but most importantly the Will Smith slap heard around the world.

We discuss Katanji Brown Jackson Confirmation Hearings and We Play a Round of Get to Know Us

March 24, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MB

Kelley and Jamille discuss their thoughts on the Supreme Court confirmation hearings for Katanji Brown Jackson, and then we help new listeners get to know us by asking a few rounds of questions to each other. 

Jussie Smollett Sentencing, Kim-K Puts Foot-in-Mouth, and a Black Women's Take on the Great Resignation

March 16, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MB

Kelley and Jamille revisit the Jussie Smollet case following his sentencing, we discuss Kim Kardashians' most recent media fallout, and discuss the Great Resignation: one black woman's view on her resignation being her emancipation. 

Jussie Smollett Sentencing, Kim-K Puts Foot-in-Mouth, and a Black Women's Take on the Great Resignation

March 16, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MB

Kelley and Jamille revisit the Jussie Smollet case following his sentencing, we discuss Kim Kardashians' most recent media fallout, and discuss the Great Resignation: one black woman's view on her resignation being her emancipation. 

We break down Season 2 of Love is Blind

March 10, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MB

Kelley and Jamille are up to their usual banter as they break down the highs and lows of "Love is Blind" season 2. 

We're Back.... Again!!!! Let's talk about all the things!!!

March 04, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 54.4 MB

Kelley and Jamille discuss their hiatus and all things in pop culture since they have been gone.

Quick Tea: Little Sips throughout the Summer- Our thoughts on Bill Cosby's Prison Release and Britney Spear's Court Case

July 17, 2021 01:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB

Kelley and Jamille give you their thoughts on Bill Cosby's recent prison release and an update on Britney Spear's conservatorship.

Quick Tea: Little Sips throughout the Summer- Here's the tea about Nick Cannon and his 4 babies in one year!

July 07, 2021 12:00 - 9 minutes - 6.34 MB

Kelley and Jamille bring you their first Quick Tea episode of the summer where they discuss Nick Cannon and his growing family of 4 kids in one year. 

Quick Tea: Little Sips throughout the Summers- Our thoughts on Sha'Carri Richardson being suspended for one month ahead of Olympics

July 07, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Kelley and Jamille discuss their thoughts on Sha'Carri Richardson being suspended for one month by the Olympics Commission over marijuana violation. 

Let's talk BENNIFER, Van Jones and Kim K, and The Red table talks discussion of Polyamory!

July 06, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 49.7 MB

Kelley and Jamille deep dive on their thought of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez, Van Jones and Kim K, and how they feel about the Red Table Talks discussion of Polyamory, 

We discuss our reactions to the Grammy awards and Oscar nominations, and then we take a deep dive into racism and whether their are nuances to the racial tension we see today!

April 02, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 59.1 MB

Kelley and Jamille discussed their favorite and least favorite parts of the 2021 Grammys and Oscar nominations. They also discuss their thoughts on racism and whether we have to look at things through a nuanced lends.

We talk Gov. Cuomo and Meghan and Harry's highly anticipated Oprah Interview!

March 12, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MB

We discuss if the allegations against Gov. Cuomo are damning enough for him to step down, and we deep dive into Meghan and Harry's much-talked-about interview with Oprah!

What Talk Cancel Culture and How Far is too Far!

March 05, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MB

Kelley and Jamille talk about cancel culture and whether it's gone too far. 

We talk Trump's impeachment acquittal, Framing Britney Part: 2, and Code Switching Part: 2!

February 20, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 60.5 MB

Kelley and Jamille Discuss our thoughts on Trump's impeachment acquittal, the "Framing Britney Spears" documentary Part: 2 and, more thoughts on Code Switching!

Lets talk Super Bowl re-cap, Van Jones backlash, and "Framing Britney Spears" documentary!

February 12, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MB

Kelley and Jamille discuss their thoughts of the Super Bowl, debate whether Van Jones is facing fair criticism in the media, and break down the New York Times Britney Spears documentary. 

We talk the future of the GOP, Marjorie Taylor Greene, and whether you should date your friends ex!

February 05, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MB

Kelley and Jamille talk about whether the GOP will become a spit party in the future, if Marjorie Taylor Greene should be ousted from the GOP, and whether girl code is still a thing!

Our thoughts on the inauguration, Covid-19 plan, and the current impeachment trial!

February 01, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MB

Kelley and Jamille discuss their favorite and least favorite moments of the inauguration, their thoughts on how the new administration is going to handle Covid-19, and their brief summary of the current impeachment trial. 

Let's talk the Hilary Baldwin scandal, Bow-wow super-spreader event, Bridgerton, and Matt James the Bachelor!

January 21, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.9 MB

Kelley and Jamille bring you an episode of 2021's hottest topics so far! Let's chat!

We talk the riot at the Capitol and break down black activism, white rage, and where we go from here!

January 13, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MB

Kelley and Jamille discuss the unfathomable riot at the Capitol and the reckoning that has us breaking down why it happened and what's next.

Let's talk lessons from 2020 and goals for the New Year!

January 08, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 44 MB

Kelley and Jamille discuss the weirdness of 2020, what lessons they took away, and what goals they are setting for 2021.

Episode of Hot topics: Tom Cruise, Dr. Jill Biden Op-Ed, and Tiffany Haddish

January 08, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 50.5 MB

In this episode, Kelley and Jamille bring you all the Hot Topics. Let's talk Tom Cruise Covid freak-out, a scathing Op-Ed written about Dr. Jill Biden and Tiffany Haddish's Grammy snub!

We talk Olivia Jade's Red Table Talk interview and whether women's expectations in men are too high!

December 10, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MB

Kelley and Jamille discuss Olivia Jade's first interview post the college admission scam and whether women should lower their expectations when dating.

Let's talk friendships!

December 07, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MB

On this episode of Hi Felicia Kelley and Jamille discuss friendships! What can makes or break friendships and if you should have friendship dealbreakers?

This years top 10 things we are THANKFUL for!

November 27, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MB

On this episode of Hi Felicia Kelley and Jamille give you their top 10 list of things they are thankful for!

We talk the results of the election and we play a fun game of "Never Have I Ever!"

November 12, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 49.5 MB

Kelley and Jamille talk about how they felt when they heard the results of the election, and also what's next for both parties. The conversation wraps up with a "tell-all" game of "Never Have I Ever!"

Let's talk the Presidential election and guilty pleasures!

November 06, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MB

Kelley and Jamille talk about the nail-biting  Presidential Election coverage now that ballots have been cast and their favorite guilty pleasures!

Good advice we've been given, worst Chris of 2020, Laurie Laughlin, Chrissy Teigen, and Kim K's 40th birthday!

October 29, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

Kelley and Jamille deep dive into a smorgasbord of topics, everything from the best advice they have been given to Kim K's luxurious 40th birthday!

What the heck is happening?!?! We give our thoughts on the latest current events!

October 23, 2020 01:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB

Kelley and Jamille deep dive on EVERYTHING worth noting in the news cycles!

The Notorious R.B.G, Kardashian Cancellation, and Netflix's "Cuties"

September 25, 2020 15:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MB

Kelley and Jamille discuss the unfortunate passing of the Honorable Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the pop culture era of the Kardashians ending, and why people are so disturbed by Netflix's "Cuties" film. 

Religion, politics and how we merge the two!

September 17, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MB

This episode of Hi Felicia talks about how Kelley and Jamille integrate religion into their lives and how that seemingly affects their politics. 

Our summers part 2! We talk Entanglements, Verzuz Battles and Binge worthy tv!

September 14, 2020 11:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MB

Dive in with Kelley and Jamille as they talk about the fun parts of their summer! 

WE'RE BACK! Season 2 in full swing!

September 02, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MB

Kelley and Jamille are back for Season 2 and better than ever. They catch up on their summer's, social justice issues, and what you can expect for Season 2. 

Season 1 Wrap Up: Lessons Learned, favorite moments, and what's next

May 13, 2020 21:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

Kelly and Jamille Discuss the failures and triumphs of season one. While also giving a look at what's to come.

Our unfiltered thoughts: Covid-19 and what's not being talked about

May 06, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MB

In this episode, Kelley and Jamille give you their unfiltered thoughts about Covid-19 and how race and socioeconomic status play's a big part in rising numbers. 

Differences: A deep dive into work, friendship and boundaries

April 29, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MB

Kelley and Jamille discuss how their differences have shaped their podcast, them as women and their spheres of influence.

Differences: A deep dive into work, friendship and boundaries

April 29, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MB

Kelley and Jamille discuss how their differences have shaped their podcast, them as women and their spheres of influence.

Marriage vs. Singleness. What kind of quarantiner's are we? Who Kelley and I would like to be quarantined with?

April 15, 2020 16:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MB

Kelley and Jamille discuss whether it's better to be married or single. How productive we are as quarantiner's, and the celebrities that we would be quarantined with. 

How we are doing on lockdown, icebreakers and we talk Justin Bieber and Tiger King

April 08, 2020 17:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MB

Kelley and Jamille discuss how they are doing while being on lockdown in two of the worlds Covid-19 hotspots, play two-truths and lie, and get into an in-depth discussion about Justin Bieber and Tiger King. 

Lets talk everything Corona Virus! Our Covid-19 update.

March 26, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 43 MB

On this weeks episode Kelley and Jamille discuss their week hiatus, and how they are dealing with Corona Virus while living in two places with the highest breakouts. 

Super Tuesday Results and Love Is Blind pt. 2 Discussion

March 12, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MB

This week Kelley and Jamille talk about who swept Super Tuesday, where the Democratic primary goes from here, and a final discussion on popular Netflix series, Love is Blind.