In this episode... In this episode of "Afraid to Ask," … Chapters 00:00 - Comedians Are Never On Call 02:45 - Courting 03:00 - Jamie's Limited Skills 03:41 - Worst On-Call Phone Calls 05:00 - Drugs That Look Like Candy 07:10 - Weed Safety Issue 08:00 - Phases Of Love 09:00 - Dumbest Call To A Doctor 12:50 - Question From A Listener: Fetishes 14:00 …

In this episode... In this episode of "Afraid to Ask," Jamie and his more regular half Dr. Erika explore if women shit, and if so if it’s more or less often then men. They answer a listener question about average poops per day and why bathroom reading is so disgusting and why you should probably just use the pages of the book as toilet paper. Chapt…

In this episode... In this episode of "Afraid to Ask," Jamie and his better reviewed half Dr. Erika discuss Jamie’s foursome, the best way to find a doctor, and how much you stand to gain if your doctor cuts off the wrong leg. Chapters 00:00 - Google Reviews For Doctors 03:30 - Good Reviews Vs Bad Reviews and the real effect they have 06:50 – Quest…

In this episode... In this episode of "Afraid to Ask," comedian Jamie Lissow and his more informed half discuss if massages are a waste of money or if they actually have physical and mental benefits. And answer questions like “Do Women Get Happy Endings?” and “How much is appropriate to tip if you think you were sexually assaulted.” Chapters 00:00 …

In this episode... In this episode of "Afraid to Ask," comedian Jamie Lissow and his more visually appealing half discuss the side effects and benefits of lying and how Jamie’s new lounge pants makes him want to get into his own pants after shows now, instead of a woman’s. Chapters 00:00 - Jamie’s First Theater Gig 04:31 - Erika’s Been Lying To Jam…

In this episode... In this episode of "Afraid to Ask," Jamie and his more stunning half, Dr. Erika discuss why you should only bring someone to your colonoscopy who knows your darkest secrets. They explore the mysteries of sympathy diarrhea and the time Jamie spent $3000 on Amazon while blacked out drunk. Chapters 03:00 - Erika’s Black Out Story 05…

In this episode... In this episode of "Afraid to Ask," Jamie and his more put together half discuss birth control, including things about Plan B we guarantee you didn’t know and the new, more controversial Plan C. They also advise what you should do if the condom breaks besides enjoying how good it suddenly feels. Chapters 02:30 - How Sperm Is A Lo…

In this episode... In this episode of "Afraid to Ask," Jamie and Dr. Erika navigate the world of healthcare with humor and insight. From Jamie's hilarious encounters with "butthole doctors" to a candid discussion on physician suicide rates, the duo covers a spectrum of medical topics. The conversation takes unexpected turns, exploring everything fr…

In this episode... In this episode of "Afraid to Ask," Jamie and Dr. Erika discuss various topics, including their first meeting, the lingering impact of childhood memorization, and an awkward first date Jamie had in his teens. They explore the peculiarities of the human brain, the persistence of childhood memories, and the strange situations peopl…

In this episode... Jamie and his superior half Dr. Erika discuss important questions like how often we should shower and wash our hair what the dirtiest parts of a hotel room are and how ‘soap nuts’ isn't just something you get if the power goes off while you're showering. Chapters 00:00 - Men can't help but love electronics. 02:35 - The ‘No Wash M…

In this episode... Jamie and his more educated half, Dr. Erika explore whether women are complicated or not and how to know if you are good in bed. They also give important advice about penis' including how to get it up, keep it it up and finish well into old age. We also find out the last time Erika touched a penis and vagina and what the best par…

In this episode... Jamie and his more dateable half Dr. Erika explore important questions like "How many times a day should you masturbate" "is going on OnlyFans cheating?” How to save money on prostitutes". They explore the medical explanation for post-orgasm mood changes, the mystery of the elusive double female orgasm and Jamie tells the story o…

In this episode... Jamie and his more accomplished half Dr. Erika answer important the important questions like, when is the ideal time to send a dick pic, why a woman might have a huge vagina and what she can do about it, and did Erika make a sex tape? Chapters 00:00 - How to annoy a doctor. 02:35 - How to make sure Jamie never lets you open for h…

In this episode... Jamie and his smarter half Dr. Erika explain why they felt the need to start a podcast when there are 43,456,345 already. They also answer important medical questions like "Are all doctors and nurses having sex the second they leave my room like in Grey's Anatomy?", why people are afraid of comedians these days and whether you ar…

In this episode... Jamie and his more attractive half Dr. Erika dive into important life and death questions ranging from prostates to prostitution. This episode includes the answers to many of life's questions like is there such a thing as a bad orgasm, can frequent urination kill you, was the person who did Jamie's prostate exam actual a doctor a…

Afraid to Ask - Coming February 14! Prescriptions from the Doctor. Punchlines from the Comedian. Comedian Jamie Lissow and his smarter half Dr. Erika answer all kinds of medical, dating, sex, divorce, questions some might be afraid to ask. Listen & subscribe for prescriptions and punchlines. Mentioned in this episode: Warning: This is an uncensored…

In this episode, we interview Autumn Starks, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the founder of Starks Therapy Group in Oak Park. Autumn has been practicing psychotherapy for 15 years and her focus is on treating individuals with trauma, mood disorders, survivors of religious trauma and the treatment of other psychotherapists. She uses Internal F…

In this episode, we interview CC Burke, a Chicago based licensed clinical social worker who is also the Director of Adolescent Services at DASC, the Depression and Anxiety Speciality Clinic of Chicago. CC graduated with her BS from the University of Illinois and then received her MA in social service administration from the University of Chicago.He…

In this episode, we interview Dr Lisa Conway, a Chicago based clinical psychologist with a private practice called Exposure Therapy Chicago. Dr Conway graduated with her PhD from the University of Wyoming in 2010 and then completed a two-year NIMH postdoctoral fellowship in Traumatic Stress at the National Crime Victims Research and Treatment Cente…

In this episode, we interview Sarah Farris, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Sarah has a private practice in Illinois and is also licensed to practice in Wisconsin. Sarah works with adults seeking individual therapy and uses evidence-based practices in her work. Her specialities include anxiety, OCD, sports performance anxiety and Cognitiv…

In this episode, we interview Dr Autumn Cabell, Assistant Professor in Counseling at DePaul University. Dr. Cabell also has a private practice and is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Certified Career Counselor, Nationally Certified Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She has expertise in racial, generational and complex…

In this episode, we interview Adam Honecker LCSW, Director of Adolescent Programs at Compass Health Center in Chicago. Adam helps to oversee the Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) at the Chicago location for Compass and these programs focus in treating adolescents with mood and anxiety disorders. Treatment …

In this episode, we interview Rachel Spizzirri LPC & Lauren Solarz LCSW, two Illinois based therapists. Rachel has had extensive experience working with children and adolescents in PHP and IOP programs and currently works in a group practice where her clinical area of focus include eating disorders, anxiety, OCD, depression, academic stress, kids o…

In this episode, we interview Kelley Kitley, an Illinois based Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been working in the field for over 20 years and owns her own private practice, Serendipitous Psychotherapy. Kelley is a sought after speaker and media expert, author and producer. She wrote and self-published an award winning, Amazon best selling …

In this episode, we interview Grace Dickman, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has a private practice, Real Therapy, in Brooklyn, NY. Grace has over 10 years of nonprofit experience working in schools in the south and west sides of Chicago and transitioned to working in private practice in 2017. She holds a MSW from the University of Chicago an…

In this episode, we interview Kate Engler, a licensed marriage and family therapist who has a private practice in Skokie, Illinois. Kate has been featured in publications including Fatherly.com, Bustle, Rewire, Insider and The Toronto Sun. Currently, she is working on her book dealing with Gen X relationships. We ask her hard hitting questions (lik…

In this episode, we interview Dr. Linda Sapadin, a licensed clinical psychologist who has a private practice in Long Island, New York, has been featured in publications including The NY Times, Washington Post and on tv programs such as The Today Show and Good Morning America. Dr. Sapadin’s books focus on the area of procrastination across the lifes…

In this episode, we interview Dr. Dave Carbonell, a licensed clinical psychologist who has a private practice in Illinois, is the author of four books and has a popular self help website, www.anxietycoach.com. Dr. Carbonell has spent his career studying and working on the topic of anxiety disorders and had taught workshops on the treatment of anxie…

In this episode, we interview Asya Brodsky, a licensed clinical social worker and Certified Sex Therapist (and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) who has a private practice in Illinois. Asya has spent her career studying and working with the LGBTQIA+ community, veteran sexual health, sexuality and sexual trauma. She has provided presentations, t…

In this episode, we interview Sheri Richardt, a licensed clinical social worker who has private practices in Illinois and Tennessee and is also a Manager at a National Telehealth initiative. Sheri has over twenty years of experience working with the public in emergency room settings and frequently provides presentations and trainings regarding suic…

In this bonus mini episode, the EYWTKAT podcast co-hosts Jennifer and Jessica discuss the debut of the podcast, highlights from this past year and maybe drop hints of what is to come in 2022. It’s a don’t miss episode and a thank you for all the amazing subscribers and listeners who have enjoyed listening to this mental health podcast.…

In this episode, we interview Dr. Bailey, a licensed clinical psychologist working in Illinois at a therapeutic day school and group practice. Dr. Bailey supervises psychology students in the assessment rotation at the facility she works at as well as conducts diagnostic testing for children and adolescents. We ask her hard hitting questions (like …

In this episode, we interview Paty Peńa, a Spanish-speaking Mexican-American licensed marriage and family therapist working in Chicago, IL in private practice and at a non-for-profit mental health agency. Paty focuses her work on children, adolescents and adults and has specialized training in Theraplay, Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Sensorimotor Psy…

In this episode, we interview Steph Meyers, a licensed clinical professional counselor working in Evanston, IL in private practice. Steph has been in the field for 15 years and focuses her work on adolescents and adults and specializing in working with mood disorders, crisis intervention and ADHD. We ask her hard hitting questions (like what is a f…

In this episode, we interview Dr. Sera, clinical psychologist and Director of Equity, Inclusion and Belonging at Morehouse College, a private historically black men's liberal arts college in Atlanta, Georgia and part of the Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the United States. In addition to her role at this prestigious college, Dr. Se…

In this episode, we interview Dr. Mueller, a licensed clinical psychologist working in the Eastern Oklahoma VA as a local recovery coordinator and associate training director for the APA accredited internship program. In addition to her role at the VA, Dr. Mueller supervises psychiatry students in the psychotherapy rotation at Oklahoma State Univer…

In this episode, we interview Dr. Stine, a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice. We ask him hard hitting questions (like why should someone undergo psychological testing) and do a deep dive into evaluations, the famous Rorschach test and more. Don’t miss this episode if you are interested in seeking out a psychological evaluation or j…

In this episode, we interview Dr. Jamie Pacis, a psychiatrist specializing in child and adolescent clients. She has been working in the field of psychiatry for over 20 years in hospital settings. We ask her hard hitting questions (medications, why even visit a psychiatrist) and do a deep dive into all things related to psychiatry. Don’t miss this e…

In this episode, we interview Dr. Paszkiewicz, a licensed clinical psychologist and Vice President of Academic Affairs at Adler University. We ask her hard hitting questions (like what do those letters stand for after a therapist’s name) and do a deep dive into the graduate school process. Don’t miss this episode if you are interested in entering g…

In today’s episode, we meet the hosts of the Everything You Want To Know About Therapy *but were too afraid to ask, Jennifer Trivelli and Jessica Strang. Listen for a deep dive into their professional backgrounds, interest in psychology and therapy and what to look forward to in future episodes.

Have you ever wanted to start therapy but didn’t know where to begin? We have you covered! In our podcast, we will offering “therapy 101” by interviewing experts in the field and discussing anything you wanted to know about therapy. Hosts: Jennifer Trivelli & Jessica Strang

Part 2 of special episode: Brenda and Dusty take a trip to Queens to get a panoramic view of NYC, visiting all 5 boroughs in one day. They finish with the only Broadway reviews you need to hear and the biggest plot twist in “I didn’t ask but thanks for telling me” history!Door Brenda Yelvington and Dusty Westfall

Part 1 of special episode: Brenda and Dusty share their adventures of Brenda’s big NYC visit, first podcast party, meeting and interviewing some listeners, and end with a shared tale of a heartwarming-only in NYC - love story.Door Brenda Yelvington and Dusty Westfall

This week Brenda pops dusty’s quiz with a twist. Then they discuss depression and anxiety and dealing with it with medication and meditation. They’re not experts but explore methods and means that anyone can try to rejuvenate. They end with stories of documentaries and care packages. AND a special announcement!!!…

Brenda and Dusty welcome their first ever guest for a pop quiz. Instead of the Big Q, they share one of their first attempts at recording. Nachos. Rats. Bologna. Wishes. They end sharing stories of Trekkies and grease monkeys.Door Brenda Yelvington and Dusty Westfall

It's Dusty's turn to ask Brenda questions in the pop quiz. Then they reminisce on how they met and how sometimes the keys to friendship require bolt cutters. They end the show finding comfort in opossums and blankets.Door Brenda Yelvington and Dusty Westfall

Brenda “schools” Dusty with a pop quiz. In the Big Q, Dusty and Brenda discuss big changes, big choices and uprooting your life for opportunity. They end on panty hose and drag hoes.Door Brenda Yelvington and Dusty Westfall

Mini Episode: Dusty and Brenda figure out what their drag names would be.Door Brenda Yelvington and Dusty Westfall

Brenda pops Dusty’s quiz. Then they dive into what it’s like to be “seen,” coming out of their respective closets and sharing stories of what it’s like to tell the world “here I am.” The show ends with Old Hollywood gossip and self help.Door Brenda Yelvington and Dusty Westfall

This week Dusty and Brenda explore personality types. They take a few quizzes and learn about themselves and each other. A Rebel or Obliger? Piglet or Eeyore? Who’s your favorite Golden Girl? They end this week sharing some "brassy" and "colorful" stories with each other.Door Brenda Yelvington and Dusty Westfall