Whelmed Podcast
Forget the inspirational posters – we're building a supportive community where you can ditch the work mask, share the real you (even the slightly embarrassing parts), and find joy without having to explain why spreadsheets aren't as thrilling as brunch. Together, through honest conversations we'll peel back the layers, celebrate wins (big and small – because let's face it, surviving Monday is a win), and learn from each other's journeys. Hey, it takes a village (and a good therapist, but that's a different app).
Episodes
35 episodes
The one about Sandwiches! (Well the sandwich generation...)
We're back with a guest this week! The Whelmed Pod is super excited that Auntie Meme is here! Meghan, Katherine's middle sister joins the pod this week to talk about all things from kids to the management of her elderly father-in-law, Kat...
The first one in 2026!
Happy (?) new year. Katherine and Rachel share what's been going on since the holidays... aging parents, dealing with the news, kids participating in sports, all the things! Come along for the chaos!
The One about Menopause...
Rachel and Katherine talk about the on-going journey of menopause and trying to navigate medications, doctors and insurance.
The one about gratitude
Katherine and Rachel chat about Thanksgiving, being grateful, how hard things can be at the holidays, the government shut down and breast density... because we like to keep you guessing! Hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving break!
The one about Travel!
This week's episode, Katherine and Rachel talk about travel in likely the most random way possible! From vaccines for visiting far off places, to just "yey vaccines" to the bucket list places they want to visit and how they pack suitcases...
The one about saying no
We're a little late this week but bare with us! Rachel and Katherine talk about the challenges of saying no and holding boundaries, how difficult it can be to have hard conversations with people you know well and people you don't. They sh...
The one that's live
The Whelmed Podcast recorded a Live Episode at ArchLight Summit where we set up a "Wall of Whelmed" and talked through some suggestions from conference attendees! We chat travel, guilt about being away from home, remembering how hard pregnancy ...
The one about Friendship in Adulthood
And we're back! The Whelmed Pod has been enjoying the summer and getting kids sorted for school this year, but we are very excited to be back! First episode of Season 2. We're glad you are here! Katherine and Rache...
Episode 27 - Season 1 Finale!
Well folks, we've decided that this is a wrap on what we're going to call Season 1. We appreciate you listening and hope you'll listen to Season 2 which will be released in late August. Katherine and Rachel talk about a recent girls...
Episode 26 - Andrea Hartranft
This week we chat with Andrea Hartranft about life as a business owner, grandmother, chef and world traveler. She shares with us how life looks as an empty nester and how having a granddaughter is pretty great! Andrea shares some tips abo...
Episode 25 - AJ Gorman
This week the pod chats with AJ Gorman! We chat about raising young kids, navigating strong relationship with partners and major career transitions! AJ shared with us her Time Blocking techniques and how she travels with her young b...
Episode 24 - Jen Ruckel
First podcast of the summer! This week, Katherine and Rachel sat down and chatted with Jen Ruckel. Jen shares her families non-traditional gender roles, as Jen works full time and her husband is the primary care-giver to their two sons. S...
Episode 23 - Elaine Cook
Happy May everyone! This episode, Katherine and Rachel get to chat with Elaine Cook. She heads Equity in Lighting, so we deep dive into the great things they are doing (if thats too much industry speak, skip ahead about 10 minutes). We ch...
Episode 22 - Avi Mor
Avi Mor joins the Whelmed Pod this week! We chat about Passover, kids, house renovations, hear about his first date with his wife. We hope you enjoy getting to know Avi a bit! We certainly did! Where Avi Works: h...
Episode 21 - Lisa Reed
Lisa Reed joins us as our guest this week, and we could not be more excited! She shares with us her journey of crafting a life and company that allows for balance and great design. How RBLD is studying ways to make the work week loo...
Episode 20 - Addie Smith
Its our 20th episode folks!! This week we have artist and fellow lighting designer, Addie Smith joining the Whelmed Podcast! Katherine and Rachel talk to Addie about her starting her own company, Addie shares her experience dealing ...
Episode 19 - Paul Boken
Happy Spring Equinox! This week's episode we have our Canadian friend, Paul Boken joining us. We chat about kids and family structure, hear all about Paul's entrepreneurial spirit and his semi-dangerous adventurous side. We en...
Episode 18 - Blythe von Reckers
This week, Katherine and Rachel are excited to share a delightful chat with their friend and colleague Blythe von Reckers! Blythe shares her experiences as a single woman, navigating work, home and family and how she's setting her own exp...
Episode 17 - Makenna Karhoff
Makenna Karhoff joins the Whelmed Pod today! Katherine and Rachel enjoyed chatting with her and learning about her journey of recovery. She shares excitement in the challenge of her new job, fostering friendships that support her li...
Episode 16 - Nicole Slaughter
This week, our friend Nicole Slaughter joins the pod! We're grateful to chat with her and hear her struggles and resilience in dealing with sleep issues; we chat about how engineering companies were set up during the age of solo income ho...
Episode 15 - Chris Slaughter
Chris Slaughter is this weeks guest on the podcast! We chat about parenting, all the things Chris does to stay healthy and enjoy life, Chris shares what inspires him and he asks Katherine and Rachel some good questions. We hope you enjoy!...
Episode 14 - Sam Koerbel
Whelmed is kicking off 2025 with Sam Koerbel! Sam shares his unique journey in lighitng and how he's shfiting work around to have a better balance for himself and his family. We chat about having too many meetings, therapy, parentin...
Episode 13 - Josie Wratten
The Whelmed Pod talks with Josie Wratten this week! She shares her unique journey through lighting and into voice acting! Talks about parenting a middle school boy. How working remote is lonely and what she does to offset that...
