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
32 episodes
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!
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:12:43
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...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:12:55
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...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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57:52
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 ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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43:03
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...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:21:34
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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1:07:03
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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57:45
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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45:54
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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1:17:13
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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1:02:32
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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1:03:10
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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1:04:27
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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52:45
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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1:13:30
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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1:08:35
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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1:01:08
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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1:04:32
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!...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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1:17:31
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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1:05:42
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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1:08:20
Episode 12 - Sara Sullivan
This week we are delighted to have Sara Sullivan on the Pod! Sara shares with us her journey with IVF, we chat about babies, pets and traveling with kids. Sara, Katherine and Rachel share challenges with pregnancy and body image and...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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1:06:25
Episode 11 - Happy Thanksgiving!
This week, Katherine and Rachel chat about what they are thankful for and put each other in the interview hot seat!The Whelmed Pod is thankful for you this season!!!
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:04:52
Episode 10 - Jody Pritchard and Kristin Peck
We are so excited to share our lovely conversation with Jody and Kristin! If we're being honest, they are our work/friend/cool kid idols. They share how they balance their hectic but joy-filled lives, how they are looking to the fut...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:01:39