Two Shades of Life

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By: Britny Duncan & Christina Forrest

Two best friends, a blonde and a brunette, from two very different backgrounds in small town USA. Life can be messy. We are talking about the good and the bad that led us here today. We are honest, open, and most of all, human. Join us as we discuss it all in a raw and unfiltered session between us. 

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Court of Couples Appeals
#66
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Two Shades of Life court is now in session, and these relationship cases are anything but closed! From petty arguments and questionable decisions we’re putting couples’ drama on trial. Who’s guilty, who’s innocent, and who needs to call their lawyer?

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The Audacity Has Entered the Chat
#65
10/27/2026

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The audacity has entered the chat, and apparently, it brought zero self-awareness! From people who do the absolute most to those who have the nerve to act offended when called out, we’re unpacking the outrageous behavior that leaves us questioning humanity.

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Respectfully, Your Logic Is on Life Support
#64
10/20/2026

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We’re defending the opinions that sound absolutely ridiculous until we explain our reasoning. From questionable logic to takes that might get us canceled in the group chat, we’re standing ten toes down on what we believe. You might not agree, but by the end, you might just understand. Respectfully, our logic is on life support… but it’s still breathing! 

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Mothering While In Survival Mode
#63
10/06/2026

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Motherhood is hard enough..but what happens when you’re trying to raise everyone else while barely keeping yourself afloat? In this episode, we’re talking about what it really looks like to mother in survival mode: the exhaustion, guilt, overstimulation, and feeling like you’re just making it from one day to the next. Plus, we’re sharing realistic ways to lighten the load, reconnect with yourself, and start moving from simply surviving motherhood to actually enjoying it again.

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Explain It Like I’m 40
#62
09/29/2026

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Some of us are 40 & others pushing it. We’re tired, and at this point, just explain it to us like our last brain cell is on PTO. From new slang that sounds completely made up to technology we swear didn’t need an update. No cap, respectfully…we’re confused. Grab your readers and come learn with us.

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What’s Your Stance?
#61
09/22/2026

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Everybody has an opinion..and apparently, so do we. In this episode, we’re picking sides on everything from everyday annoyances and relationships to social rules and totally random debates. Agree, disagree, or question our judgment entirely… but either way, what’s your stance?

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How Did Humans Discover That?
#60
09/15/2026

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In this episode, we’re diving into the weird, wild, and downright questionable ways humans discovered the everyday things we now take for granted. From food and medicine to inventions and accidental discoveries, we’re asking the only question that matters: How did humans figure THAT out?!

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Things We’re Not Judging a Parent For
#59
09/01/2026

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Parenting is hard enough without everybody having an opinion! This episode is all about the things parents do that we’re choosing not to judge..from screen time and chicken nuggets to messy houses and letting the kids wear the same outfit three days in a row.

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Would You Rather?
#58
08/25/2026

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Two friends, one question after another, and absolutely no safe answers. We’re putting our opinions, preferences, and decision-making skills to the test with a game of Would You Rather?

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Outrageous Stories From the Internet
#57
08/18/2026

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The internet never disappoints! We’re diving into some of the wildest, weirdest, and most unbelievable stories people have shared online. 

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Don’t Try Me, You Better Try Jesus
#56
08/11/2026

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We’re sharing the moments that make us question our patience..from rude people and bad drivers to workplace chaos and family antics. We’re swapping stories, venting a little, and reminding ourselves that sometimes the only thing standing between us and a bad decision… is Jesus.

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The Secret Lives of Ordinary People
#55
07/21/2026

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This episode explores the side of us that most people never see. From quirky habits and unexpected hobbies to guilty pleasures, favorite routines, and hidden passions, we’re giving a real look at what makes us us. It’s a reminder that even the most ordinary people have interesting stories, unique rituals, and little secrets that make life a lot more fun.

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Things That Should Make A Comeback
#54
07/14/2026

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Get ready for a nostalgic trip as we talk about the trends, habits, and little everyday things we wish would make a comeback. From simpler times and forgotten traditions to pop culture favorites and hilarious throwbacks, we’re sharing what deserves a second chance.

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The Best Advice I Ever Received
#53
07/07/2026

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Not all advice changes your life..but some words stay with you forever. In this episode, we’re sharing the best advice we’ve ever received and the unexpected wisdom that helped us through life’s biggest challenges. Join us for honest stories and takeaways you might need to hear today.

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What Rock Bottom Actually Taught Us
#52
06/30/2026

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Rock bottom looks different for everyone, but it has a way of changing you. In this episode, we’re opening up about the lowest moments we’ve faced. From heartbreak and setbacks to finding strength when we thought we had none, this is an honest conversation about resilience, growth, and the unexpected gifts that can come from starting over.

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Medieval Terms That Should Make a Comeback
#51
06/16/2026

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We’re diving into medieval terms that should make a comeback—from calling someone a ‘scoundrel’ to dramatically declaring ‘forsooth’ whenever you’re mildly inconvenienced.

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I Need A Refund For That Experience
#50
06/09/2026

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In this episode, we’re sharing the moments, relationships, jobs, parenting phases, and life experiences that took more from us than they gave. From hilarious disappointments to lessons that came with an emotional price tag, we’re asking the real question: if life had a customer service department, what would you be requesting a refund for?

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AITA?
#49
06/02/2026

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AITA? (Am I the Asshole?)

From our own messy moments to wild internet stories and listener confessions, we’re asking the hard question: “Am I the asshole?” Expect questionable decisions, funny debates, and those moments where everyone involved might need therapy.

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Managing Life Through Burnout
#48
05/26/2026

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In this episode we explore the invisible weight so many women carry. Motherhood, work, relationships, routines, and the pressure to keep showing up even when running on empty. From stay-at-home moms to working moms and everything in between, this episode dives into mental overload, identity loss, survival mode, and learning how to function without losing yourself in the process.

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Growth is Uncomfortable
#47
05/12/2026

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Growth isn’t soft, pretty, or convenient—it’s awkward, painful, and sometimes lonely. In this episode, we get real about what it actually looks like to outgrow people, habits, and versions of yourself that once felt like home. Because evolving isn’t comfortable… but staying the same can cost you way more.

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Lie-Ability: The Cost of Bending the Truth
#46
05/05/2026

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What starts as harmless can quietly spiral into broken trust, strained relationships, and internal guilt we can’t shake. This episode gets honest about why we lie, how it catches up to us, and what it actually takes to choose truth.

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Things That Were Not On My Adult Bingo Card
#45
04/28/2026

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A totally relatable episode about the unexpected plot twists of adulthood — the stuff nobody warned us about. From getting excited over appliances to Googling weird body aches at 2 a.m., we’re talking about the chaotic, humbling, and slightly unhinged moments that somehow became normal. It’s adulthood… just not the version we imagined.

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Let’s Talk About It
#44
04/21/2026

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Let’s Talk About It — the conversations we usually avoid but probably shouldn’t. From awkward truths and unspoken frustrations to real-life experiences and unpopular opinions, nothing’s off-limits. It’s honest, unfiltered, and maybe a little uncomfortable… but it’s time we finally talk about it.

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I Was Today Years Old When..
#43
04/07/2026

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Ever learn something so wild that you’re like, ‘Wait…WHAT?’ Join us as we share the craziest facts and life revelations we didn’t know until way too late. Spoiler: some of them will blow your mind, others will make you laugh (or facepalm)!

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If He Says This..Run
#42
03/31/2026

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From subtle manipulation to straight-up red flags, we’re calling out the lines that should have you grabbing your keys, your dignity, and the nearest exit.

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Others Find It Important..I Don’t
#41
03/24/2026

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Everybody’s fighting to be seen, liked, and approved of. This episode is about choosing peace over pressure and deciding not to care about what was never that important to begin with.

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My Therapist Told Me to Say This
#40
03/17/2026

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Trigger Warning: Mention of SA

In this episode, we’re sharing things our therapist would probably approve of… and a few things she’d definitely tell us to unpack next week. Questionable coping mechanisms, emotional growth, and the moment you realize healing sometimes looks like over sharing on a podcast.

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Not Everyone Who Loves You Knows How to Love You Well
#39
03/10/2026

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They loved you. But they didn’t love you right. In this episode, we’re diving into misaligned love languages, emotional blind spots, and how to stop confusing effort with impact.

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Things I Wish I Could Tell My Younger Self
#38
02/24/2026

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We all have a version of ourselves who deserved more guidance, grace, and protection. In this episode, we’re sitting down with the younger versions of ourselves and speaking directly to them - and maybe you too.

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Loving Them But Choosing to Walk Away
#37
02/17/2026

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You can love them and still leave. This episode is about choosing growth over guilt, peace over proximity, and walking away even when your heart hasn’t caught up yet.

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What This Podcast Means to Us
#36
02/10/2026

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This episode pulls back the curtain on what this podcast means to us—why we show up, what we’ve learned, and the space we’re intentionally building through these conversations.

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What Emotionally Mature People Do Differently (That No one Talks About)
#35
02/03/2026

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Emotional maturity isn’t loud, viral, or performative. It’s in the quiet choices people make when no one’s watching. In this episode, we break down the subtle behaviors emotionally mature people practice—things no one really talks about, but everyone feels.

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For You, From Us
#34
01/20/2026

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For You, From Us is a heart-to-heart episode where we skip the filters and give our best advice—straight from lived experience. From lessons we learned the hard way to truths we wish someone had told us sooner, this one’s about showing up honestly, sharing what’s worked (and what hasn’t), and offering real guidance for wherever you are in life. No experts. No perfection. Just us, for you.

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Weirdest Conspiracy Theories
#33
01/06/2026

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We deep dive into the World Wide Web in search of the weirdest and craziest conspiracy theories and share a few of our own.

Disclaimer: these are solely the opinions of our own that are public information and/or for entertainment purposes & all alleged. 

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The Mental Load: Naming It & Sharing It
#32
12/30/2025

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Mention of CPTSD, anxiety, depression, addiction, sexual trauma and mental health issues.

The mental load is invisible, constant, and exhausting. In this episode, we put a name to it, share our lived experiences, and explore what it really means to lighten the load — at home, at work, and within ourselves.

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Pet Peeve Battles
#31
12/24/2025

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This segment is a rapid-fire, laugh-out-loud episode where we go head-to-head over our biggest everyday annoyances. From minor irritations that shouldn’t matter (but absolutely do) to habits that instantly ruin a mood, we debate, vent, and decide whose pet peeves deserve the crown.

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Social Media Isn’t Real—But the Insecurities Are
#30
12/16/2025

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In this episode, we dig into the filtered world of social media—the highlights, the illusions, the edits—and how all of it feeds very real insecurities we carry offline. From comparison culture to pressure to “look the part,” we’re talking about the mental toll behind the curated feeds and the confidence we lose chasing perfection. Let’s break down what’s fake, what’s real, and how to stop letting a screen dictate your self-worth.

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Best & Worst Childhood Memories
#29
12/02/2025

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Mention of Sexual Abuse, Self Harm, Depression & Suicide. 


We’re diving into the childhood memories that still make us laugh, cry, or side-eye our whole family. From the iconic moments to the chaotic ones — nothing is off limits.

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Hot Takes, Cold Truths
#28
11/25/2025

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We’re unpacking what we believe, why we believe it, and the reality checks that came with it. Get ready for bold opinions and a whole lot of laughs.

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The Holy Spirit Spoke, I Listened
#27
11/18/2025

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Trigger Warning: Mention of Infertility & Miscarriage. 


We share the stories of how God has moved in our lives, the times we listened (and the times we didn’t), and how those experiences shaped who we are today. We also talk honestly about church—the beauty, the challenges, and the impact it’s had on our spiritual journey. 

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