We Need Help Podcast: “We Need to Talk About the Mother Wound”
Just in time for Mother’s Day… we’re getting into it. 

This week, Lizzy and Iza dive deep into the complicated, emotional, and often hilarious reality of the mother wound — the intergenerational impact that ripples through relationships, self-worth, and identity. Expect laughs, tears, and way too many inappropriate jokes.

In this beautifully raw episode, they unpack:
•What the “mother wound” actually is
•How it shows up in dating, friendships, and self-talk
•The guilt of setting boundaries with your mom
•Why even “good moms” can leave lasting damage
•And how to heal without blaming, silencing, or shaming

 It’s personal. It’s powerful. It’s about time we talked about it.

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This episode is different — and deeply important. Lizzy and Izzy sit down with Amanda, a courageous domestic violence survivor, to share her story and shed light on the patterns, red flags, and emotional toll of abuse that too often goes unseen.

What starts as a journey to reclaim physical health turns into a story of emotional survival, self-discovery, and hard-earned freedom.

In this powerful conversation, you’ll hear:
 • Amanda’s 2024 turning point — and how fitness became her lifeline
 • The moment she realized what she was living in wasn’t love
 • How isolation and control slowly took hold
 • The subtle ways abuse can hide in “normal” relationships
 • And why sharing your story can be part of healing

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Sometimes you don’t need closure — you need a flamethrower. 🔥

In this spicy episode, Lizzy and Iza dive into why burning bridges isn’t always petty — sometimes it’s powerful. From toxic friendships to shady business breakups, they unpack the relief, the rage, and the real-life receipts behind cutting ties for good.

💣 Inside this episode:

• A jaw-dropping business breakup
• When blocking someone is self-care
• Why letting go doesn’t need to be quiet or polite
• The satisfaction of seeing karma in a 1-star review
• And the fine art of leaving people exactly where they left you

💌 If you’ve ever wondered whether to walk away or burn it down — this episode has your answer.

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Sometimes your friends are just tired of hearing about it — and that’s when it’s time to get a coach. 

In this hilariously real episode, Lizzy and Iza talk about why therapy is great but coaching hits different. They unpack the difference between a friend who cheers you on (even when you’re spiraling) and a coach who holds up the mirror and says, “Girl. You’re the problem.”

💥 Expect unfiltered stories, unexpected truth bombs, and:

• Why your friends are too nice to call you out
• How to recognize your own victim-looping
• When a coach is better than another vent session
• Iza’s take on hiring one and being one
• And a side story about Mo that’ll have you wheezing

👀 Whether you need a wake-up call or just need someone to finally tell you the truth — this one’s for you.

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This week, Lizzy and Iza are flipping the script on what it means to be “stuck up”. Spoiler: it’s not about being rude — it’s about refusing to shrink yourself just to make other people comfortable.

From family gatherings to friendships, they unpack why we downplay our successes, dim our light, and make ourselves smaller — and why it’s time to stop.

In this honest convo, they share:

• The guilt trip of being “too much”
• Why it’s not your job to manage other people’s feelings
• The difference between confidence and arrogance
• How to stay authentic without apology
• And why “stuck up” might just be self-respect in disguise

 If you’ve ever been told to “tone it down,” this episode is your permission slip not to.

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You know those “compliments” that don’t feel like compliments at all? Yeah. Lizzy and Iza are DONE with them. 

From the dreaded “You look tired” to the classic “That dress actually looks good on you,” this episode calls out the subtle shade disguised as kindness — and how to respond when it happens mid-workshop, on stage, or just when you’re already drowning.

💬 In this hilariously relatable episode, they unpack:
•Why backhanded compliments suck so hard
•The emotional whiplash of passive-aggressive “feedback”
•How to stop narrating someone else’s appearance
•What to say instead of “You look tired” 
•And why just being direct is so much better

If you’ve ever walked away from a compliment feeling worse, this one’s for you.The We Need Help Podcast - is cheaper than therapy and way funnier.

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Three years after their most popular episode, Lizzy and Izzy are back to revisit narcissism — and this time, they’re wiser, calmer, and way less confused. 

In this fast-paced refresh, they break down what it actually feels like to be the target of a covert narcissist, how to recognize the manipulation, and what healing looks like after the fog lifts.

They also get real about:
•How their understanding has evolved
•What it’s like to podcast through pain
•Why everyone seems to have a narcissist story
•And how this podcast has basically turned into a marriage 

Whether you’re freshly entangled or finally waking up — this one’s for you.

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This week, Lizzy and Izzy take a deep breath and dive into the surprisingly sexy world of stoicism.  From trashy meltdowns to Godfather-level calm, they explore what it means to keep your cool when life (and other people) lose it.

Expect a hilarious, honest convo about:
•Why flipping out is so 2005
•How staying calm = power
•What losing your shit says about you (spoiler: it’s not good)
•Why stoicism isn’t about being numb — it’s about being grounded
•Why calm is the new hot 

If you’ve ever overreacted to something dumb (or watched someone else do it and cringed), this episode’s for you.

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We Need Help Podcast: “Being the Bad Guy”

In this episode, Lizzy and Iza dive into the uncomfortable but empowering topic of being okay with being the bad guy. From tough conversations to boundary-setting, they explore why women often struggle with being disliked and how embracing your “villain era” can actually be a form of growth. 💥

They share stories from their own lives and friends — including power moves, people-pleasing dilemmas, and moments when being “the bad guy” was absolutely necessary. If you’ve ever felt guilty for speaking up or worried about how you’re perceived, this episode is for you.

 It’s not about being mean — it’s about being real.

Topics Covered:
•Why women are conditioned to avoid being disliked
•The emotional cost of people-pleasing
•Real moments where saying “yes” hurt more than saying “no”
•Teaching kids (especially daughters) to set boundaries
•Embracing discomfort to stand in your truth
•How being the “bad guy” is often just being honest
•The liberation of saying “no” without explaining yourself
•Why you don’t owe everyone an explanation

Challenge of the Week:
Be the bad guy once. Say “no” without guilt. Set a boundary. Don’t explain yourself. Just try it.

Because being the bad guy isn’t mean — it’s honest.

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Join us as we review “12 Smart Things to Do When the Booze and Drugs Are Gone” by Allen Berger, Ph.D.   It sounds like it's just for addicts, but really it is for anyone who wants to take control of their emotions and not fall victim to them.

“12 Smart Things to Do When the Booze and Drugs Are Gone” by Allen Berger, Ph.D., addresses the challenges individuals face after achieving physical sobriety, emphasizing the importance of attaining emotional sobriety for long-term recovery. Building upon foundational recovery principles, Berger outlines twelve actionable steps to foster self-awareness and personal growth. These steps include understanding one’s true self and core values, refraining from taking others’ reactions personally, trusting one’s inner guidance, and accepting responsibility for personal responses to challenging situations. By practicing these principles, individuals can overcome emotional dependencies and develop the tools necessary for sustained sobriety and personal fulfillment.

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What if we need to just let people be sometimes?  That's this weeks topic as we review the book "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins

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Selfish isn't always a bad thing - in fact, we all need to put a little bit of selfish back in our lives.

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In this episode we discuss Regrets
- We Need Regrets
- We need to have the courage to talk about them, yes even if it is abortion
- Rather then hide our mistakes, let’s talk about them and grow from them

Can we get to a place where we can talk about these hard things and listen with compassion rather than have a political power struggle?

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