The Things We Know

The Things We Know is a space for honest conversations, hard-earned wisdom and the beautiful messy truth of being human-especially in midlife and beyond. We exist to remind women that the best is not behind them and that their voices, stories and dreams matter now more than ever. Through heartfelt dialogue, real-life experiences, and a touch of humor we aim to spark clarity, connection and the courage to create a life you truly love. Cheers!Lisa and Kari

The Things We Know is a education podcast hosted by Lisa Callahan & Kari Morin, with 185 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Lisa Callahan & Kari Morin hosts The Things We Know, a education show with 185 episodes published.

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  Episode #33

  Why People Pleasing is Killing Your Confidence with Lark Ericson

  Aug 18, 202649 minS4

  What if the key to feeling more confident isn't becoming someone new, but finally giving yourself permission to be fully yourself? In this episode, Kari and Lisa sit down with relationship and confidence coach Lark Ericson to explore the lifelong habit of seeking external validation and what it takes to outgrow it. Together, they discuss people-pleasing, belonging, anger as a catalyst for change, and the quiet freedom that comes from trusting yourself more than other people's opinions. Whether you've spent years trying to be accommodating, easy to like, or everything to everyone, this conversation is an invitation to stop performing and start living from a place of authenticity, self trust, and genuine connection. For more on Lark https://www.meetup.com/awkward-to-awesome-be-yourself-be-confident-find-love/ https://womenscollective.larkericsoncoaching.com/home--the-awkward-to-awesome-womens-collective https://www.youtube.com/@larkericsoncoaching Lark recently joined us at our Best Chapter Yet retreat, and you'll hear her share why experiences like these can be such powerful catalysts for stepping into your own awesomeness. If you're ready to stop living from everyone else's expectations and start embracing what makes you uniquely you, we'd love to have you at our upcoming retreat, YOUnique & Amazing, September 18–20 in Portland, Oregon. It's right around the corner, but may still have a spot for you! Learn more and reserve your spot: Best Chapter Yet Fall Retreat 2026

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  Episode #32

  How Much Longer are We Going to Talk About Our Bodies?

  Aug 11, 20261h 1mS4

  How much of life do women miss while watching themselves live? In this episode of The Things We Know, Lisa and Kari examine the exhausting inner and outer conversations women have about their bodies and question why appearance remains such a constant measure of worth. They explore the difference between caring for a body and criticizing it, the hidden cost of treating it as a lifelong renovation project, and what might become possible if women reclaimed some of the attention spent evaluating themselves. This is an honest conversation about aging, health, beauty, body neutrality, and learning to give the body that carries your life the care and respect it deserves, then getting on with the business of living. If this conversation leaves you craving a space where you can stop performing and simply show up as your authentic self, we'd love to invite you to our Best Chapter Yet Fall Retreat 2026. It's a weekend designed to help you reconnect with who you are, embrace what makes you uniquely you, and step confidently into your next chapter alongside an incredible community of women. Learn more and reserve your spot: Best Chapter Yet Fall Retreat 2026

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  Episode #28

  Your Before Picture is Not the Problem: with Megan Dirks

  Aug 4, 20261h 1mS4

  What happens when women stop trying to become someone else and start telling the truth about who they already are? In this episode, Lisa and Kari sit down with Megan Dirks, founder of The Girl on the Left, two-time international bestselling author, and brand strategist, for a powerful conversation about visibility, self-worth, and the pressure women feel to package their lives into neat transformation stories. Together, they explore the hidden costs of glow-up culture, why fear of being seen is often rooted in very real experiences, the difference between vulnerability and performing healing, and what becomes possible when women stop waiting until they're "finished" to own their stories. Lisa also shares what it meant to contribute a chapter to The Girl on the Left Volume 2 anthology and why this project resonates so deeply with her. The Girl on the Left: Volume 2 is out now! USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HBRZ6BDH United Kingdom: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0HBRZ6BDH Germany: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0HBRZ6BDH Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0HBRZ6BDH Australia: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0HBRZ6BDH Ireland: https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0HBRZ6BDH If this conversation leaves you craving a space where you can stop performing and simply show up as your authentic self, we'd love to invite you to our Best Chapter Yet Fall Retreat 2026. It's a weekend designed to help you reconnect with who you are, embrace what makes you uniquely you, and step confidently into your next chapter alongside an incredible community of women. Learn more and reserve your spot: Best Chapter Yet Fall Retreat 2026

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  Episode #30

  The F Word Has a PR Problem

  Jul 28, 202639 minS4

  How did a word that simply means believing women deserve equal rights become one of the most misunderstood labels in our culture? In this episode, Lisa and Kari unpack the surprisingly complicated history of the word feminism, exploring how a movement rooted in equality, inclusion, and human dignity came to be associated with anger, exclusion, and attacks on men. They examine the decades of bad PR, stereotypes, and cultural messaging that have shaped our perceptions, while asking why a belief in equal opportunity can still feel so polarizing. With honesty, humor, and plenty of personal reflection, this conversation invites listeners to look beyond the myths, reconsider what feminism has always been meant to stand for, and ask whether it's time to reclaim a word that was never intended to divide us. If this conversation resonated with you and you're craving more thoughtful, honest conversations with incredible women, we'd love to invite you to join us for our Best Chapter Yet retreat,YOUnique & Amazing, September 18–20 in Portland, Oregon. It's a weekend to reconnect with yourself, celebrate what makes you uniquely you, and discover that your best chapter isn't behind you—it's still being written. We'd love to have you there. Learn more and reserve your spot: Best Chapter Yet Fall Retreat 2026

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  Episode #29

  Main Character Energy

  Jul 21, 20261h 3mS4

  What role are you playing in your own life right now? In this episode, Lisa and Kari explore a simple question that opens up a surprisingly powerful conversation. Intrigued by the term "Main Character Energy," they move beyond the social media trend to examine four roles many of us drift in and out of: the Main Character, the Supporting Character, the Stage Manager, and the Audience Member. Along the way, they unpack the invisible work of caring for others, the difference between supporting someone and disappearing into their story, and why reclaiming agency doesn't mean becoming the center of attention. Instead, it means becoming an active participant in your own life again. If this conversation has you wondering what role you've been playing—and what you want your next chapter to look like—you won't want to miss the Best Chapter Yet YOUnique & Amazing retreat in Portland, September 18–20, in person with Lisa and Kari. Together with a community of thoughtful, supportive women, you'll have the chance to step away from the demands of everyday life, reconnect with yourself, and intentionally shape what comes next. Learn more and reserve your spot: Best Chapter Yet Fall Retreat 2026

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