Because We Said So - Gen X Unfiltered

Episode 19 - You're Ruining My Memories - Part 1

Part 1 of 2. This week, Fran finally got her brother Scott on the podcast. If you were expecting years of sibling secrets, childhood dirt, and complete chaos...so were we. Unfortunately, Scott was running on fumes and brought the energy of a man who'd already mentally gone to bed. It may not have been the wild sibling showdown, but sometimes the best conversations are the ones that feel real, unfiltered, and familiar. Don't worry...he'll be back!

You Dirty, Dirty Savages -Part 1 - Episode 18

Fran and Laura sit down with Steve and finally reveal the truth, or some of it, behind the latest gym Survivor-themed challenge, and poor Steve finds out in real time that he may have been living among complete psychopaths. From hidden idols and strategic deception to fake alliances and absolute gym-wide paranoia, Team Unhinged Savages admits to tactics that leave Steve questioning everything he thought he knew about friendly competition.  Stay tuned for Part 2, after the confessional videos are released...

Episode 17 - Becoming Herself Again

In this episode, Fran sits down with her friend Katie as she shares what it was like becoming a young mom, a young grandma with fifteen grandkids, and having the strength to survive breast cancer. They talk about rebuilding your identity after life knocks you sideways, finding yourself again in midlife, and saying yes to new beginnings. It’s honest, hopeful, and full of the kind of wisdom you only earn the hard way. Follow Katie on Instagram @the_groundedcollective

Episode 16 - Side Effects May Include...Regret?

Fran sits down with Steve, and Laura dig into the GLP-1 conversation everyone’s having but no one’s saying out loud. They break down what the drug actually does, the side effects people don’t talk about, and how to weigh real medical benefits against the risks. It’s honest, funny, and grounded in the kind of midlife, Gen X clarity that cuts through the hype so listeners can make informed decisions without the drama. Disclaimer: This episode reflects personal opinions only. It is not medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, or make decisions about your health. Always talk with a qualified healthcare professional about your own situation. Resources:  * www.ozempic.com - Ozempic® (semaglutide) injection for Type 2 Diabetes [https://www.ozempic.com/] * www.masteringdiabetes.org/ozempic-dark-side/ - The Dark Side of Ozempic [https://www.masteringdiabetes.org/ozempic-dark-side/]

Episode 15 - Apparently Things Were Working Out Right

In this episode, Fran looks back on a season where nothing seemed to go right...plans stalled, doors closed, and every path felt like a dead end. But with a little distance, the pattern becomes clear: things were actually falling into place the whole time. It’s a story about timing, redirection, and the quiet ways life works out even when it feels like it isn’t. If you want to see the project that ended up being the unexpected “it all makes sense now” moment, take a peek at the website Fran designed: https://seafoodrunllc.com Please follow Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered on FaceBook and Instagram.