I SHAKE MY HEAD

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By: Lisa Gibson & Samantha Sperling

Get ready to laugh out loud with I Shake My Head, the hilarious weekly podcast hosted by Lisa Gibson and Samantha Sperling—best friends for over 20 years. These two middle age women are tackling life with zero filters and a whole lot of humor! From menopausal rants and hot flash battles to nostalgic Gen X throwbacks, Lisa and Sam riff on everything from the absurdities of modern life and pop culture to the everyday frustrations that most people keep to themselves.With sharp wit, unapologetic honesty, and a dash of irreverence, they tackle it all, turning their conversations into pure co...

Inspirational Panties, DIY Denim Disasters and Squirting Sausages
Today at 2:00 PM

Ever wished your underwear could tell you what day it is? Lisa wants to bring back the days-of-the-week panties but for adults! Would inspirational messages on your undies help you through a blurry week, Have you mourned the fate of a homemade jean gone rogue, revealing two inches of blinding Canadian calf above your boot? Do you also panic when breakfast sausages squirt unexpectedly, questioning whether you truly need that kind of morning surprise? Is parasocial your new identity because the dictionary says so, or is Lisa overanalyzing her deep (imaginary) celeb connections? Did you ever wonder if Alaska’s...


Comfy Pants, Sloppy Crocs and Couch Naps
11/21/2025

Is the true holy grail of after-work life comfy pants and no bra? Do you secretly judge folks who rock their “home” look in public, or are you one of the bold ones? Have you ever tried tracking down someone with a single sloppy Croc, risking a blurry hallway snap for the sake of podcast proof? Is couch napping the sweetest slumber you’ll ever find, or does it only lead to trouble and secret pillow betrayals? Is getting up in the middle of the night a rite of passage, or is it just a curse one friend passes to ano...


Santa's Lap, Grilled Cheese Heaven and Boob Relocation
11/14/2025

Is sitting on Santa’s lap a charming tradition or a dated, uncomfortable ritual in need of a Mrs. Claus chaperone? Are grilled cheese sandwiches truly capable of healing emotional wounds you never knew you had? Do you think heaven is serving up grilled cheese perfection? Did you also discover that bras can apparently relocate your “girls” to a whole new postal code and should Wonderbra be sponsoring this level of excitement? Is driving in the first snowfall a Saskatchewan rite of passage or a hazardous adventure with clean-window-averse daredevils? Could you ever be convinced to use a hot hairbr...


Advent Angst, Retail Rants and Mediocre Meals
11/07/2025

Are Advent calendars actually a gateway to disappointment, or are they a legitimate excuse to eat twenty-four chocolates in one go and call it "practice"? Do you shop at messy stores and secretly judge everyone’s plaid pajama bottoms and slippers out in public? Is mediocre restaurant food ruining your World Series viewing parties, and should coffee ever cost more than a pancake? Has your life ever been ruined by a slippy black sock before 8am? Do you have an anti-bucket list like Lisa where you just put on all the items you don’t already like or want to d...


Washroom Woes, GenX Snacks and Signs From Above
10/31/2025

Did you ever buy a childhood snack like Wagon Wheels only to discover they’ve shrunken and taste like waxy disappointment? Can you ever trust a bathroom shared with strangers after spotting mystery wipes and questionable hygiene practices? Is there a universal bathroom etiquette code, or are women secretly the worst offenders? Are you skeptical about messages from God and wondering if the universe has better things to say? Lisa gets direct email advice from the divine (and is clearly stuck on the D list), while Sam basks in the encouragement of “the universe.” Would you ever wear a silk b...


Bush Thongs to Breastfeeding: We Got Questions
10/24/2025

Does news of thong underwear with a faux bush make you want to start a game show called “Grow That Bush!”? Would you too question breastfeeding a nine-year-old or do you just throw your hands up and back away beep-beep-beep style? Would you be willing to pay $12,000 for a Jays World Series ticket, and do you think real fans are being squeezed out by sky-high prices? Have you ever negotiated with your partner for chocolate milk provided there’s enough Quik in it? Is Lisa failing at being an adult or is it just that being a grown-up is overra...


Katy Perry, Justin Trudeau and Other Modern Disasters
10/17/2025

Are we shocked at the possibility of Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau’s yacht-side romance, or did you just wonder why JT was wearing blue jeans with no shirt? Are granola bars really the jazzed-up adult snack we deserve or just donuts hiding in oat-based disguises? Would you grant amnesty to an injured maple bug or reach for the vacuum? Do dogs secretly resent their winter jackets (and maybe their owners) while parading around in toques? Is Diane Keaton’s peaceful “peak” on TikTok the closure we needed? Should food labels come with a “tastes like” warning, just like weather apps...


Pumpkin Spice, Oven Mitts and Other Fall Confusions
10/10/2025

Is pumpkin spice actually a flavor, or did it just launch a seasonal cult complete with emotional support lattes and invisible scarves? Does the humble oven mitt deserve your trust, especially if it comes from the dollar store, or are you a tea-towel renegade with Gen X trust issues? Is it better to serve Thanksgiving dinner on fancy china, or are Tupperware and Corelle the new tradition? Would you survive on Lisa’s “oatmeal diet,” or are you still haunted by her infamous watermelon and coleslaw kicks? Do Taylor Swift’s lyrics have parents panicking over swearing and sass, or is ev...


Adult Soothers, Fruit Cups and Gen X Drama
10/03/2025

Remember the good old Gen X days with fruit cups and metal tins? Samantha admits to licking the fruit cup tin lids, while Lisa claims she was strictly warned by her mom not to. Did your mom have lid-licking rules? Are adult soothers too much, or the next weird wellness trend? Are you traumatized by childhood school photo days, forced smiles, gauchos, and matching turtlenecks? Have you ever tried to conquer a wrap with a plastic knife only to wonder: should this have been a salad? Do you fail your eye exam, or is it just a test you...


Trump, Chicken Wings and Signature Outfits
09/26/2025

Is it finally time for Lisa and Samantha to get their own signature outfits? Are matching tracksuits truly the height of iconic duos, or just Lisa’s latest scheme to glitter and glow? That’s a hard no from Sam! Are you team chicken wing flats or drums, and why can't restaurants just let you choose? Is America really losing its mind, with Trumps political antics and wild claims of Tylenol causing autism? Are seasonal communication habits, like ending all your texts with a Halloween "muahaha," a cute idea or just another reason for Lisa to shake her head? Can...


Sneezing: The Orgasmic Imposter
09/19/2025

Why does Lisa have to take her glasses off every time she sneezes? Is eight sneezes in a row a superpower or a family curse? Can sneezing be likened to an orgasm? Is it really possible to be an "unagitated agitator" or is Lisa just redefining what it means to push buttons? Are you using your shower curtain wrong and does your bathroom have more rods than a department store? Do men ever really take losing a game well, or do the excuses just multiply with the cards? Should a hash brown baked potato be considered the ultimate girl...


Best Before Dates: The Ultimate Food Conspiracy
09/12/2025

Is there a secret society of food testers deciding your milk's "best before" date, or is it all just a conspiracy? Ever wondered if pumpkin spice has taken over the world, infiltrating everything from lattes to your morning toast? Join Lisa and Sam as they explore these quirky questions and more! Discover the allure of a GPS voice that could rival any movie star, and reminisce about the glory days of Kentucky Fried Chicken's crispy skin. Dive into the mysterious world of tarot readings and auras, where Lisa's skepticism meets Sam's curiosity. Imagine a dance club with hours that...


Tarot Card Warnings: You're Screwed
09/05/2025

Are online tarot readings just a money grab, or is Lisa truly doomed after pulling the Fool, the devil, and the Tower of Destruction? Will the "dark times" readings make Lisa paranoid or will she just roll her eyes? Can you actually fail an eye exam, or should you just trust the process? Are chair aerobics the pinnacle of fitness and if sitting was an exercise would Lisa take home the gold medal? Is Sam secretly a 70's housewife, obsessed with game shows? Is meatloaf the official dish of fall? Is it "pumpkin spice" season or is it time...


Crackhoe Motels, Slush Puppies and Beet Salad
08/29/2025

Do beets make anything else "beet red" besides your salad? Lisa finds out and feels the need to share. TMI? Will Lisa survive not getting her blue slush puppy? Have you ever survived a sketchy crack-ho motel and lived to tell the tale? Should celebrity engagements come with CNN level drama? Lisa has strong opinions on this one! How should two besties handle a three day road trip in a compact car with drinks with no taste and too many buns? Should kids be taught about their private spots to the tune of the wheels on the bus go...


Stage Lights to Tail Lights: Air Canada's Strike Detour
08/22/2025

Lisa and Sam survived their first ever live show but can anyone really survive a three-day, cross-Canada road trip - sketchy motels, epic snoring, questionable bathrooms and all, without losing their minds (or sense of humor)? Are you a nervous driver/ passenger like Lisa? Do you dislike the terrifying Ontario highway sign-falling rocks, moose or turtles? Did Sam break the rental car door or is it just fate playing a cruel joke? Did Lisa make a rookie mistake after being recognized by a podcast fan? Will Sam use the fun new phrase "eat a bag of dicks"? Will Sam...


Craving Control: A Bite-Sized Battle
08/15/2025

Can you really ration an individual sized bag of chips so you don't eat them all. Is Lisa's "chip roll-up" technique dieting genius or just plain laziness? Is delivering fancy food ruining our food experiences? What is the purpose of ants and have we entered our too tired era? Would you wear crocs for a free Krispy Kreme donut and a coveted specialty croc? Lisa wants to go scuba diving, is it her worst or best idea yet? Are you nostalgic for the 70s mom discipline and missing that flying slipper? Tune in to I Shake My Head for...


Grocery Store Gladiators: Conveyor Belt Battle
08/08/2025

Does anyone actually follow the unwritten rules of the grocery store? Lisa faces the ultimate checkout dilemma when someone skips the sacred divider stick. Would you give them the death stare? Is Lisa's bad influence to blame for Sam's peeling legs? Have you ever sent the wrong emoji and landed yourself in hot water? Are you wasteful with the ends of jars or are you a die-hard peanut butter scraper? Could you survive the new "mandatory sniff test" at the airport if it was for B.O.? Can you relate to Lisa's one-sided feud with her pillow or her...


Meh: A Verbal Tug Of War
08/01/2025

Are you team "meh" or does that little word drive you nuts like Lisa? Lisa and Sam kick things off with a heated debate over the true meaning (and rudeness) of "meh" and if it's the verbal side-eye of our generation? Should you have a patio meltdown because your bestie can't handle the sun? Why are people surprised they get pregnant and are you shaking your head at people who "didn't see it coming", too? Could you feel safe tucked behind a zipper in a tent and who really eats the crusty end of a loaf of bread? Where...


Kiss Cam Chaos, Colbert's Curtain Call & That Epstein Guy...Again
07/25/2025

Can a kiss cam be considered a spy cam if it's out in public? Will Colbert go out with a bang or a boom? When will that Epstein guy just fade into the background? Should giving a urine sample come with hazard pay for the collateral hand splash? Can you really party like you're 25 at a block party, or is it the next-day wreckage just too much? Are we jealous of Kelly & Mark's sex life or tired just thinking about it? Do boomers have a right to hate sinks in kitchen islands? Is thinning hair thanks to menopause and...


Fiber Fiascos & Sunburned Sass
07/18/2025

Is Lisa on a mission to eat healthier or just on a collision course with fiber overload? Do fruits and veggies need warning labels? Did their vacation bring sun, fun and unexpected freckles or just sunscreen regrets and burnt Eggo waffles? Were Lisa's charcuterie skills up to par or is the snack-o- lator the real hero? Should grocery shopping for the lake resemble the bad habits of broke students and does syrup belong in the fridge? Does anyone besides Sam not know you don't stick a fork into a toaster? Do men in flip flops deserve Lisa's disgust at...


Girl Dinner & Grocery Bag Battles
07/11/2025

What is a "girl dinner" and does it involve pate, grilled cheese or just skipping dinner all together? Ever find yourself carrying 15 grocery bags just to avoid a second trip? Is it selfish to skip buying milk and pop because you don't want to lug it upstairs? Has garlic bread been kicked to the curb and whatever happened to deep fried mushrooms and potato skins? Are you outraged by loud TV commercials that jolt you awake mid nap? Is hot yoga just communal BO or is there secret magic in sweating with strangers? Would you walk 40 blocks for a...


Diary Of A Domestic Slacker
07/04/2025

Do chores get you down and are you one step away from sayin, fuck chores? How many "thank you's" until you sound unhinged or do you Sprinkle thank you's like confetti? Is coffee a brainwashing cult or the only way to survive the week? Should there be a law banning lawnmowers before 10am? Were you today years old when you found out about the spatula? Who else besides Sam is excited about Hallmark's Christmas in July? Do you know the difference between confidence and being egotistical? Tune in for the misadventures, the laugh out loud rants and a little...


Praise Be...To What Exactly?
06/27/2025

Do you find yourself puzzled by phrases like "praise be"? Lisa is on a mission to figure out exactly what she's supposed to be praising and to whom! Have you ever hurt your tongue eating a childhood snack?Do you love or hate Hallmark's Christmas in July? How old were you when you heard the Coke commercial 'I'd like to teach the world to sing? Have you ever done the mom shower (pit-crotch-done) when running short on time? Is Dolly Parton the surprise rockstar we all need right now? Do you know what your man does when you're not...


Calories: The Unseen Enemy
06/20/2025

Lisa wonders if calories have it out for her, while Samantha insists personal choices are the real culprit-is it obsession or just accountability? Are you on the hunt for a good neck cream? Would you brave the trendy peanut butter and jelly egg just for bragging rights? Are Cher and Dolly Parton irreplaceable? Are you nostalgic for 1985; the metal playgrounds, no internet and making mixed tapes? Have you hit your "princess era" with sleep masks and mouth tape? Should everyone really have to do first aid or jury duty, or is opting out just good self-awareness? Tune in as...


Confessions Of An Email Hoarder
06/13/2025

Are you a digital hoarder like Lisa, letting 25,000 emails pile up, or do you channel your inner Marie Kondo with your inbox? Lisa finds herself torn in the ultimate summer showdown: hotdog or hamburger, how do you choose? Should a salad ever require a knife to eat it and who uses the unreachable "fuck off" cupboards above your fridge? Is a half hearted clap worse than not clapping and would you do better on a jury than Lisa? Are you concerned about the banana shortage? Will Sam make pasta a summer food? Have we let cursive and counting change...


Dear God, Can't You Text!
06/06/2025

Is God trying to reach Lisa through her spam folder? Should he be more progressive and just text her instead? Why is happy hour always over before you're actually happy? Have you ever been flashed by a friend's sports bra in a bar? Can someone please explain why ball players smack each other's butts? Will Sam start using the word 'salty' in the weirdest of ways? Will Lisa ever be able to say 'chamoy' properly? Are famous people normal folk with messy buns or is JLO always on point? Get ready to shake your head at all of life's...


Sex, Arm Flaps and Saggy Jeans
05/30/2025

Is it possible to embrace your "freedom flaps" with pride after 55? Are you being a good friend when you point out their saggy ass jeans, or are you just being mean? Is there a connection between your favorite ice cream flavour and your preferred sex positions? How long should you wait on hold and what's up with motion sensor sinks? Are you still carrying coins in your pocket like a grandpa? To tip or not to tip at fast food or Canadian Tire? Do you miss payphones and cereal box prizes and if the 80s had a smell what...


Salty Secrets From The Drawer
05/23/2025

Is your deepest workplace secret really just a well-stocked potato chip drawer, complete with half eaten bags for every mood swing? Are you traumatized by the cost of a two-person breakfast that somehow rivals your last grocery bill? Is Lisa's rotting boob saga too much info, or just the kind of oversharing the world needs? Have you perfected the art of the covert "deep scratch" of your private parts or does the label "one size fits all" send you over the edge? Do you have strong feelings about senior sized meals, or tankinis you don't need help wriggling into...


When Sex And Ice Cream Collide
05/16/2025

If vanilla ice cream is the missionary position of ice cream, what does that make Neapolitan or chocolate? Have you ever had your hopes dashed by a delinquent pigeon mom-three years in a row? Can potato chips or a McRib really spark joy? Have you ever accidentally gotten rotten boob? Why do couples sit side by side in restaurants? What's up with Pope Bobby from Chicago-should pope's keep their real names? Should Lisa attend to those three waving arm hairs or remain a gorilla? Have you discovered the sultry world of "park tok" or is it finally time for...


Food Cravings: The Smokey Maple McMuffin Debate
05/09/2025

Do you agree that McDonald's Smoky Maple McMuffin is a breakfast game-changer or like Sam, do you draw the line at a sweet breakfast? Could a pair of plaid pants unlock your inner Chaka Khan and make you strut the office like the King of Kensington? Are dogs really smarter than humans, since they're born knowing the dog paddle? Does your fridge silently judge your midnight snacking? Are you team electric can opener or team manual crank? Will Prince Harry ever stop being a "little bitch"? Why are sunglasses over glasses suddenly trending on tik tok? Are you creeped...


Baby News, Wine Woes and Pope Draft Picks
05/02/2025

Could adopting pigeons at work make Lisa a new Mom? Is this her true destiny? It's fancy wine vs box wine. Are you drinking for sport or does the vibe change once the bottle costs more than your dinner? Who's your pick for the next Pope (and do you want to see a live "Pope Draft")? Do signs that say "Back in 5 minutes" also send you into a spiral of clock-watching rage? Can a plant murderer like Lisa handle the ambitious dream of growing exactly one tomato? Are charcuterie boards with icing just adult Dunkaroos in disguise and did...


Clap On, Clap Off: The Nuisance Neutralizer
04/25/2025

Ever wish you could clap your hands and make people, places, or things vanish like magic? Is the 90's clapper due for a comeback-this time for annoying coworkers, loud TVs, and even bad days at the grocery store? Are you obsessed with the back of your head? Do you have "chicken ankles" that could snap like a twig? Is vacuuming your nemesis simply because of those maddeningly short cords, and do you avoid housework until your day off is almost over? Is Lisa fully invested in the papal conclave and going all in on Catholicism "by proxy"? Is it...


Glamping With Jesus
04/18/2025

Who has glamping with Jesus on their bingo card? Lisa would jump at the chance to sleep in Jesus's cave! Are veggie chips just cardboard dipped in broken dreams? How do you describe distances in hours or kilometers? Is riding a bike in your fifties the ultimate trip down nostalgia lane or a disaster waiting to happen? Is the thumbs up emoji too passive aggressive for GenZ? What's all the fuss about going up in a penis shaped rocket? Are you a neat purse person or chaos incarnate? Join Lisa and Sam as they take you through a week...


Chaos And Cluelessness
04/11/2025

Can a McDonald's be the guiding star in times of directional distress? Is always turning right the best choice when you're lost and without your phone's GPS? Can tassel boots reignite a long forgotten fashion trend and get Lisa recreating a popular song? Can a person complain too much? Are Cheerios still healthy if the flavour is cookies and creme? How much fluid should a period panty hold? What do you think keeps GenZ out of the clubs? Can blowing bubbles help with constipation? Do you find joy in unexpected celebrity thirst traps or does fantasy baseball get your...


Backwards Underwear: A Literal Pain In The Ass
04/04/2025

Ever had one of those mornings where everything goes haywire, like wearing your underwear backwards? Is menopause messing with your taste buds and now peanut butter tastes horrible? Have you stumbled on pants so tight they seem to defy gravity? Do bathroom sprays mask or merely disguise our basic natural aromas? Do we really understand why women kill? Can we all agree plus size fashion is horrendous! Anyone miss video stores or waiting for your pictures to be developed? Can insulting your best friend mean your loyal as f@#k? Has the water bottle become our adult pacifier? Tune...


Manhandling Bananas, Weekend Bras and Diet Deals
03/28/2025

Do you find yourself in a cake vs salad debate that could rival international negotiations? Do you eat your banana with the skin on or off? How attached are you to your weekend bra? Can a sweatshirt make you lazy? Can a person live with only one mug? Girl Guide cookies can you eat just one? If you playfully deal with challenges are you lemonading? Tune in for laughs, a good dose of relatable life negotiations and the ever present reminder to keep shaking your head at life's quirky charms.


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Unlearn16: Politics And Beyond
03/21/2025

Get ready for the ultimate surprise—a visit from Jo aka Unlearn16! She’s spilling the tea on her epic video creations, sharing her take on the political landscape, and giving us the scoop on her upcoming book. Of course, Lisa has to give Jo a shout-out for teaching Sam about politics (and yeah, she’s not wrong)! But there’s more—Lisa's got beef with soup, and her lazy weekend has left her feeling anything but refreshed. Meanwhile, is Sam falling for those sneaky Starbucks commercials? And is anyone else besides Lisa obsessed with mouth tape—does it actually hel...


The Allure Of Naughty Nighttime Toast
03/14/2025

Have you ever pondered why nighttime toast feels like a guilty indulgence? Lisa questions the appeal of naughty nighttime toast. Why do we say "cheese" when taking pictures? When you get cranky does your alter ego "Super petty" make an appearance? Why are teenagers no matter the decade all the same? Is anyone foolish enough to call you a peachy face? Do you judge or do you observe? Would you pay $20 for a strawberry or tape your mouth for a better sleep? Is the phrase "I'm starving to death" a bit over the top? Join Lisa and Sam as...


From Pancakes to Politics
03/07/2025

Did you remember Pancake Tuesday? Lisa forgot and it's her second favorite holiday, which is hard to believe since it has to do with food! Are you talking about the latest political nugget from the Beavis and Butthead? Is it fair for Lisa to make fun of Sam's pulled back pony? Is snow mold your unexpected nemesis? Do you reminisce about sibling rivalries and fighting for front seat privileges? How do you feel about potentially erasing childhood memories like Bugs Bunny? Have the absence of buffets changed our social landscape and eating habits? Have you ever tried a fruit...


Shallow Bitches: Laughing Through Chaos
02/28/2025

Sam asks a very serious question, are we shallow bitches? If laughing at life and all the crap it throws at you means you are a shallow bitch, then pick us! Ever wonder why the Pope doesn't have a pinch hitter? Why do seniors menus mean less choices? What would a 75 yr old Lisa and Sam look like? Got a soft spot for deviled egg dip? Why are we letting GenZ dictate what's in or out for 2025? What is next on the chopping block for Trump's sidekick? Are you up for another version of Lisas 'new' diet plan? Google...