Lessons from Both Sides of Parenting

Strength in Gratitude: Year Two Update with Mykalene Shaw

In this heartfelt episode, we share an update on our mom’s journey through her second year battling stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. It’s been a year filled with challenges, triumphs, and countless moments of reflection. As we walk you through her progress, setbacks, and the little victories, we’re reminded of the power of gratitude—finding strength in small blessings and cherishing every shared moment. Join us as we explore what it means to be resilient and grateful, even in the face of life’s most difficult battles. This one is especially close to our hearts, and we’re grateful to share it with you. Our Insta:@mentallysomewhereelsepod Our TikTok: @mentallysomewhereelsepod Personal Accounts: Parker: @shawphotofilm TikTok: @parkershawty Mercedes: @mercedes-shaw4 TikTok: @mercedessw14

Lessons from Both Sides of Parenting

WELCOME TO SEASON 3! In this episode of Mentally Somewhere Else, Mercedes, and Parker dive into the lessons we’ve learned as parents and the invaluable wisdom passed down from our own parents. In this personal start to the season, join us as we share heartwarming stories, unexpected parenting wins (and fails), and how our childhood experiences shape the way we raise our kids today. Whether you’re a parent yourself or reflecting on what you’ve learned from your parents, this episode will take you on a nostalgic and thought-provoking journey. Our Insta:@mentallysomewhereelsepod Our TikTok: @mentallysomewhereelsepod Personal Accounts: Parker: @shawphotofilm TikTok: @parkershawty Mercedes: @mercedes-shaw4 TikTok: @mercedessw14

SEASON 3 EPISODE 1 (Spooky Season): 🎃 She Wasn’t Alone in the House 🎃

Welcome to Season 3! We are so excited to be back with you here at Mentally Somewhere Else. In this special Halloween episode, we dive into the world of fear—both the irrational kind from childhood and the real-life terrors that leave us questioning what’s lurking in the shadows 👻. We start by asking, "What irrational fears did you have as a kid?" From there, we unravel a series of unsettling stories that will make your skin crawl. There’s the tale of an unexpected intruder in the most personal of spaces, a chilling photo that reveals more than meets the eye, a terrifying presence felt in the dead of night, and a heart-stopping moment every parent dreads. These stories will leave you on edge and questioning the safety of even the most familiar places. So grab a blanket, turn down the lights, and prepare for a frightful ride you won’t forget.  Our Insta:@mentallysomewhereelsepod Our TikTok: @mentallysomewhereelsepod Personal Accounts: Parker: @shawphotofilm TikTok: @parkershawty Mercedes: @mercedes-shaw4 TikTok: @mercedessw14

Happy Ha-Ha-Holidays: Laughing Through Traditions

Get ready for a sleigh-full of laughs as we unwrap the comical (and a little tender) side of holiday traditions! 🎁 From awkward family parties to White Elephant gift exchange shenanigans, we're spilling the cocoa on the festive follies that make this season merry and bright. 🌟 Tune in for: 🕺 Ugly sweater party escapades 🐾 Pets and the holidays: A recipe for adorable chaos ✈️ Holiday travel hiccups + much more. Hit play, share a laugh, and let us sleigh your holiday stress away! 🛷🤪 Listen now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! #HolidayTraditions #ComedyPodcast #TisTheSeasonToLaugh #FestiveFunnies Our Insta:@mentallysomewhereelsepod Our TikTok: @mentallysomewhereelsepod Personal Accounts: Parker: @shawphotofilm TikTok: @parkershawty Mercedes: @mercedes-shaw4 TikTok: @mercedessw14

🎤 PUBLIC SPEAKING FAILS 🎤

🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ Ever had butterflies in your stomach before speaking in public? 🦋 Join us on Mentally Somewhere Else as we dive into hilariously relatable stories of performance anxiety! 😅🎤 🤣 From stage fright fiascos to conquering the mic with comedy, we've got relatable stories that'll have you chuckling in no time. Whether you're a seasoned speaker or someone who gets nervous at the thought of speaking up, this episode is for you! Hit play, and have a laugh! 🤪 Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts! #PublicSpeaking #ComedyPodcast #StageFrightNoMore #LaughWithUs Our Insta:@mentallysomewhereelsepod Our TikTok: @mentallysomewhereelsepod Personal Accounts: Parker: @shawphotofilm TikTok: @parkershawty Mercedes: @mercedes-shaw4 TikTok: @mercedessw14