The Seeing Sideways Podcast Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:49:32 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2523713 en-us © 2026 The Seeing Sideways Podcast yes 59927ea7-6720-5222-8139-5c8b95c27064 The SS Crew episodic true We're a podcast about regular (ish) people going through the regular highs and lows about life right alongside with you. We '' share tools, resources and relatable stories to help you navigate this maze or mess called... life. 



]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) The SS Crew https://storage.buzzsprout.com/8iljgratms7mfhzgm6b2drlnyvi5?.jpg The Seeing Sideways Podcast Lets Stop People Pleasing Lets Stop People Pleasing The crew is back in this episode which closes an ...arc (?) of sorts to our conversations of self advocacy and boundaries which leads into inevitable issues of ...people pleasing or a preoccupation of pleasing others for the sake of keeping the peace. We break down the pros and cons and why perhaps we need to ease up on keeping everyone else happy but ourselves. 

]]> The crew is back in this episode which closes an ...arc (?) of sorts to our conversations of self advocacy and boundaries which leads into inevitable issues of ...people pleasing or a preoccupation of pleasing others for the sake of keeping the peace. We break down the pros and cons and why perhaps we need to ease up on keeping everyone else happy but ourselves. 

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-18799078 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 19:00:00 -0500 4006 2 8 full true Let the Universe Do its Thing Let the Universe Do its Thing This week....Kyle rolls solo! This week's episode is a brief on-on-one chat with Kyle and himself (and of course you listeners) about the notion of control. And how perhaps we dont need to have such a firm grip on control and the need to be several steps ahead of everything. Perhaps one of the best things about life is just...letting go and letting the universe do its thang! (maybe? Lets discuss)

]]> This week....Kyle rolls solo! This week's episode is a brief on-on-one chat with Kyle and himself (and of course you listeners) about the notion of control. And how perhaps we dont need to have such a firm grip on control and the need to be several steps ahead of everything. Perhaps one of the best things about life is just...letting go and letting the universe do its thang! (maybe? Lets discuss)

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-18737238 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0500 1769 2 7 full true Creating BOUNDARIES!! Creating BOUNDARIES!! This week we continue our discussion with our special guest and friend Abby and talk about the art of creating boundaries. The hosts all discuss moments in their lives where they have expressed boundaries that were important to them and perhaps they weren't quite honored. This is a discussion about how expressing your needs and boundaries and standing firm on them are some of the BEST things you can do for yourself. 

]]> This week we continue our discussion with our special guest and friend Abby and talk about the art of creating boundaries. The hosts all discuss moments in their lives where they have expressed boundaries that were important to them and perhaps they weren't quite honored. This is a discussion about how expressing your needs and boundaries and standing firm on them are some of the BEST things you can do for yourself. 

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-18703106 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 20:00:00 -0500 5334 2 6 full true Self Advocating...Even When Its Hard Self Advocating...Even When Its Hard On today's episode we are joined by a special guest, our good friend Abby joins us for a discussion on the topic of self advocacy and essentially speaking up for yourself. It can be surprisingly hard to speak up for yourself, speak your needs and speak your truth. The hosts discuss their experiences and struggles with self advocating for themselves and how we can all take steps into being our own greatest cheerleader. 

]]> On today's episode we are joined by a special guest, our good friend Abby joins us for a discussion on the topic of self advocacy and essentially speaking up for yourself. It can be surprisingly hard to speak up for yourself, speak your needs and speak your truth. The hosts discuss their experiences and struggles with self advocating for themselves and how we can all take steps into being our own greatest cheerleader. 

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-18654122 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 3429 2 5 full true Why Does TIME Flow Faster As Adults?! Why Does TIME Flow Faster As Adults?! On today's episode, Kyle Jessica and Rey discuss...time. The enigmatic, intangible thing we all want so desperately to control...but we cant. Or can we?! (we can't) But what we CAN control is our perception of time. Why does Time seem to go by faster the older we get vs when we were young? Let's discuss!

]]> On today's episode, Kyle Jessica and Rey discuss...time. The enigmatic, intangible thing we all want so desperately to control...but we cant. Or can we?! (we can't) But what we CAN control is our perception of time. Why does Time seem to go by faster the older we get vs when we were young? Let's discuss!

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-18622425 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 22:00:00 -0500 3548 2 4 full true 2026 Vs....2016 2026 Vs....2016 Yes...we're doing that thing. Everyone on social media's doing a 10 year retrospective so...why not us?! Kyle, Jessica and Rey take a look back to 2016 and introspect on where they were that year and how the last decade in general has been transformative to each of them in their own unique ways. They also dive into where the WORLD was in 2016 as well. So, sit back, relax as we take a trip back in time. 

]]> Yes...we're doing that thing. Everyone on social media's doing a 10 year retrospective so...why not us?! Kyle, Jessica and Rey take a look back to 2016 and introspect on where they were that year and how the last decade in general has been transformative to each of them in their own unique ways. They also dive into where the WORLD was in 2016 as well. So, sit back, relax as we take a trip back in time. 

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-18544223 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 20:00:00 -0500 4174 2 3 full true Finding COMFORT in DISCOMFORT Finding COMFORT in DISCOMFORT A New Year is often synonymous with growth and growth is often synonymous with discomfort. Because in order to grow we must step into the unknown and embrace the unfamiliar and the uncomfortable. But we HATE that shit, don't we?! Our nervous systems forbid it. In this episode our hosts discuss how we can learn to find comfort in being uncomfortable in order for us to ease into growth. 

]]> A New Year is often synonymous with growth and growth is often synonymous with discomfort. Because in order to grow we must step into the unknown and embrace the unfamiliar and the uncomfortable. But we HATE that shit, don't we?! Our nervous systems forbid it. In this episode our hosts discuss how we can learn to find comfort in being uncomfortable in order for us to ease into growth. 

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-18468131 Wed, 07 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500 3378 2 2 full true Looking BACK to Look AHEAD Looking BACK to Look AHEAD HAPPY NEW YEAR everyone! 2026 is here and our hosts reflect on the past year... which ends up becoming a reflection on life as a whole and how our experiences shaped us and how we can use that to have a positive outlook at what lies ahead. 

]]> HAPPY NEW YEAR everyone! 2026 is here and our hosts reflect on the past year... which ends up becoming a reflection on life as a whole and how our experiences shaped us and how we can use that to have a positive outlook at what lies ahead. 

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-18440362 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0500 3853 2 1 full true The HOLIDAYS...How do they make you feel...Really? The HOLIDAYS...How do they make you feel...Really? The holidays are upon us and our merry (ish) hosts discuss Christmas and the general holiday warm and fuzzies and what feelings they evoke when this time of the year rolls around. Are we festive? Melancholic? Alcoholic? Grab some milk, cookies and eggnog and relax as our hosts discuss the vibes that holiday season evokes. 

]]> The holidays are upon us and our merry (ish) hosts discuss Christmas and the general holiday warm and fuzzies and what feelings they evoke when this time of the year rolls around. Are we festive? Melancholic? Alcoholic? Grab some milk, cookies and eggnog and relax as our hosts discuss the vibes that holiday season evokes. 

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-18411831 Wed, 24 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500 3392 1 22 full true Social Media Part 2! Social Media Part 2! We've got more shit to say! On this week's episode Reynard joins the discussion on social media, its benefits, its pitfalls and the best way social media can be utilized to enhance your career aspirations!

]]> We've got more shit to say! On this week's episode Reynard joins the discussion on social media, its benefits, its pitfalls and the best way social media can be utilized to enhance your career aspirations!

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-18365363 Tue, 16 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0500 3657 1 21 full true Social F***ing MEDIA Social F***ing MEDIA Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook (do people still use Facebook?) etc all inundate our day to day and have become a staple in society. Social media has made the world feel smaller and easier to communicate to one another but is it s gift or a curse? Or Both? In this episode Jessica and Kyle discuss the dangerous pitfalls social media can pull us into and how this modern staple can potentially actually make us feel MORE disconnected. 

]]> Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook (do people still use Facebook?) etc all inundate our day to day and have become a staple in society. Social media has made the world feel smaller and easier to communicate to one another but is it s gift or a curse? Or Both? In this episode Jessica and Kyle discuss the dangerous pitfalls social media can pull us into and how this modern staple can potentially actually make us feel MORE disconnected. 

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-18325905 Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:00:00 -0500 3624 1 20 full true The Art of Saying "NO" (Part 2) The Art of Saying "NO" (Part 2) Continuing from Kyle and Reynard's conversation last week, co-host Jessica joins in on the conversation and offers very insightful perspective on the art of setting boundaries and how, in her words, sometimes when we say "yes" we are saying "no" to something else. The three also delve into the origin of why we all tend to be averse to saying the word "no" as a fear of consequence. 

]]> Continuing from Kyle and Reynard's conversation last week, co-host Jessica joins in on the conversation and offers very insightful perspective on the art of setting boundaries and how, in her words, sometimes when we say "yes" we are saying "no" to something else. The three also delve into the origin of why we all tend to be averse to saying the word "no" as a fear of consequence. 

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-18284433 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 03:00:00 -0500 3661 1 19 full true The Art of Saying "No" (Part 1) The Art of Saying "No" (Part 1) The word "no" is an inherent negative term, an inherent term of rejection. But saying "no" is sometimes the healthiest thing we can do for ourselves. And yet we struggle with it especially with the people we care about and as a result we people please to our own detriment. In this episode Kyle and Reynard discuss the word "no" and why we should say "YES" to ...um...saying sayin "no," sometimes. (did that make sense?!?)

]]> The word "no" is an inherent negative term, an inherent term of rejection. But saying "no" is sometimes the healthiest thing we can do for ourselves. And yet we struggle with it especially with the people we care about and as a result we people please to our own detriment. In this episode Kyle and Reynard discuss the word "no" and why we should say "YES" to ...um...saying sayin "no," sometimes. (did that make sense?!?)

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-18250867 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0500 2176 1 18 full true Feeling DISEMPOWERED in The Work Place Feeling DISEMPOWERED in The Work Place There's nothing more frustrating than wanting to do a good job in your day job but you're constantly being stonewalled by work politics. And when we feel frustrated at work, it bleeds into our personal lives. In this episode Kyle, Jessica and newcomer Trent dive into the feeling of disempowerment in the workplace and the effect it can have on your mental health and how you navigate your own personal life. 

]]> There's nothing more frustrating than wanting to do a good job in your day job but you're constantly being stonewalled by work politics. And when we feel frustrated at work, it bleeds into our personal lives. In this episode Kyle, Jessica and newcomer Trent dive into the feeling of disempowerment in the workplace and the effect it can have on your mental health and how you navigate your own personal life. 

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-18131375 Tue, 04 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0500 4062 1 17 full true Working For YOURSELF vs Working for OTHERS Working For YOURSELF vs Working for OTHERS We all strive for the day where we can tell our bosses to F*** off, right? That day where we can be financially free and independent and don't have to take anybody's BS anymore. But what are the potentials pitfalls that come with working for yourself vs having a stable job working for "the man." (do kids still say that?) On this episode we have a special guest and friend, Trent who has been through all the spectrums of unemployment and dives into his wise wealth of knowledge and experience and dissects what is better working for yourself or others? 

]]> We all strive for the day where we can tell our bosses to F*** off, right? That day where we can be financially free and independent and don't have to take anybody's BS anymore. But what are the potentials pitfalls that come with working for yourself vs having a stable job working for "the man." (do kids still say that?) On this episode we have a special guest and friend, Trent who has been through all the spectrums of unemployment and dives into his wise wealth of knowledge and experience and dissects what is better working for yourself or others? 

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-18093400 Tue, 28 Oct 2025 18:00:00 -0400 4445 1 16 full true Mourning Your Old Self Mourning Your Old Self Life is about change and that often means saying goodbye to the old iteration of your life and the people in it but saying "What up!" to the new version of yourself waiting in the wings. But saying goodbye is always hard in all its forms. In this episode we dive into how to say goodbye to your old self and to allow yourself to feel the feelings that come with it. 

]]> Life is about change and that often means saying goodbye to the old iteration of your life and the people in it but saying "What up!" to the new version of yourself waiting in the wings. But saying goodbye is always hard in all its forms. In this episode we dive into how to say goodbye to your old self and to allow yourself to feel the feelings that come with it. 

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-18051231 Tue, 21 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0400 3245 1 15 full false The RENT IS TOO DAMN HIGH! The RENT IS TOO DAMN HIGH! With egg prices skyrocketing to legendary heights, Kyle and Reynard tackle the PAINFULLY timely and relatable topic of why the cost of living in 2025 is just beyond ridonculous at this point. Why is that and what, if anything can we do about it?

]]> With egg prices skyrocketing to legendary heights, Kyle and Reynard tackle the PAINFULLY timely and relatable topic of why the cost of living in 2025 is just beyond ridonculous at this point. Why is that and what, if anything can we do about it?

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-18013716 Tue, 14 Oct 2025 21:00:00 -0400 3074 1 14 full true Fall SUCKS (Or Does it?) Fall SUCKS (Or Does it?) Fall is upon us and with it comes...mixed feelings. At least from these hosts who are bit tepid on the season. What is it about Fall that evokes these emotions, we dive deep into the meaning of Fall, why it may feel like a comedown after the summertime and why maybe its the most underrated season of them all. 

]]> Fall is upon us and with it comes...mixed feelings. At least from these hosts who are bit tepid on the season. What is it about Fall that evokes these emotions, we dive deep into the meaning of Fall, why it may feel like a comedown after the summertime and why maybe its the most underrated season of them all. 

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-17972186 Tue, 07 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0400 3641 1 13 full true PROGRESS over PERFECTION PROGRESS over PERFECTION You ever get stuck (well duh that's why you're listening to us, right?) and you realize the reason why you're stuck is because you're so laser focused on getting whatever it is you're stuck on...right. But maybe the key is getting it wrong first, several times. In this episode Kyle. Rey and Jessica discuss why its important to screw up first before you get it "right."

]]> You ever get stuck (well duh that's why you're listening to us, right?) and you realize the reason why you're stuck is because you're so laser focused on getting whatever it is you're stuck on...right. But maybe the key is getting it wrong first, several times. In this episode Kyle. Rey and Jessica discuss why its important to screw up first before you get it "right."

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-17931712 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400 3846 1 12 full true TOXICITY in the Workplace! TOXICITY in the Workplace! In this episode, Kyle and Jessica welcome the newest co-host to the podcast, Reynard! The trio discuss toxic work environment s and how that puts a toll on our mental health and affects our job productivity. The team also dive deep into different management styles, because, face it, we've all had shitty managers and dissect what management styles work, what doesn't and what provides the best results! 

]]> In this episode, Kyle and Jessica welcome the newest co-host to the podcast, Reynard! The trio discuss toxic work environment s and how that puts a toll on our mental health and affects our job productivity. The team also dive deep into different management styles, because, face it, we've all had shitty managers and dissect what management styles work, what doesn't and what provides the best results! 

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-17891693 Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400 3318 1 11 full true EVERYTHING'S EXPENSIVE (UGH)!! EVERYTHING'S EXPENSIVE (UGH)!! On today's episode we rant about (mainly Kyle while Jessica listens patiently) about the rising cost of living in today's world, how we got here and what, if anything, we can do about it. 

]]> On today's episode we rant about (mainly Kyle while Jessica listens patiently) about the rising cost of living in today's world, how we got here and what, if anything, we can do about it. 

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-17853251 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400 2628 1 10 full true Why DON'T We Do What's Good for Us?! Why DON'T We Do What's Good for Us?! Ever wake up and have the feeling of "I should do X today, this will help me feel better and further my life goals." And then moments later are like...."nahhhh, i'll just lay here and wallow instead." Why is that? Kyle and Jessica dive into why we are often averse to doing what is GOOD for us and instead choose in negative feelings and unproductivity. 

]]> Ever wake up and have the feeling of "I should do X today, this will help me feel better and further my life goals." And then moments later are like...."nahhhh, i'll just lay here and wallow instead." Why is that? Kyle and Jessica dive into why we are often averse to doing what is GOOD for us and instead choose in negative feelings and unproductivity. 

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-17814829 Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400 3483 1 9 full true Why Does CHANGE Feel So SHITTY? Why Does CHANGE Feel So SHITTY? Change is a natural part of life, its inevitable and vital to grow and become the best version of ourselves...so why does it often feel so shitty? Kyle and Jessica delve into why we all feel such discomfort when we are growing out of our old selves and into our newer improved models.

]]> Change is a natural part of life, its inevitable and vital to grow and become the best version of ourselves...so why does it often feel so shitty? Kyle and Jessica delve into why we all feel such discomfort when we are growing out of our old selves and into our newer improved models.

]]> The SS Crew Buzzsprout-17772261 Tue, 02 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0400 3288 1 8 full true Showing UP for YOURSELF First Showing UP for YOURSELF First *Editor's Note: This podcast was recorded in the winter thus the wintery banter at the beginning! Ha!

On this episode, Kyle and Jessica discuss the taboo concept of putting yourself first before other people. We often give so much of our own ripe fruit to other people and while that is a beautiful thing, we often let people pick from our own tree so much that we have no more fruits left for ourselves to nourish on. (hungry yet?)


]]> *Editor's Note: This podcast was recorded in the winter thus the wintery banter at the beginning! Ha!

On this episode, Kyle and Jessica discuss the taboo concept of putting yourself first before other people. We often give so much of our own ripe fruit to other people and while that is a beautiful thing, we often let people pick from our own tree so much that we have no more fruits left for ourselves to nourish on. (hungry yet?)


]]> Kyle Buzzsprout-17735698 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0400 3268 1 7 full true The KEY to Conquering Anxiety The KEY to Conquering Anxiety In this episode Kyle goes on an existential diatribe about how the KEY to conquering anxiety is much more straightforward than we think and how the answer has been under all of our noses all along. We then dovetail into the concept of feeling your feelings and how that can be the healthiest thing you ever do for yourself. 

]]> In this episode Kyle goes on an existential diatribe about how the KEY to conquering anxiety is much more straightforward than we think and how the answer has been under all of our noses all along. We then dovetail into the concept of feeling your feelings and how that can be the healthiest thing you ever do for yourself. 

]]> Kyle Buzzsprout-17699791 Tue, 19 Aug 2025 17:00:00 -0400 2735 1 6 full false Why are we ALL so BURNT OUT, Y'ALL? Why are we ALL so BURNT OUT, Y'ALL? The struggle is real and so is burnout. We're in the midst of a burnout epidemic where people are feeling overwhelmed and feeling like life is just too much and they need a break and a reset. Jessica and Kyle dive deep into this modern conundrum and explore why many nowadays seem to be burnt the F out. 

]]> The struggle is real and so is burnout. We're in the midst of a burnout epidemic where people are feeling overwhelmed and feeling like life is just too much and they need a break and a reset. Jessica and Kyle dive deep into this modern conundrum and explore why many nowadays seem to be burnt the F out. 

]]> Kyle Buzzsprout-17658564 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0400 3685 1 5 full false Anxiety and Its Roots (W/ Special Guest) Anxiety and Its Roots (W/ Special Guest) Jessica and Kyle are joined by a special guest and longtime friend and work colleague who gives her very insightful and unique perspective on anxiety and the origins behind it. 

]]> Jessica and Kyle are joined by a special guest and longtime friend and work colleague who gives her very insightful and unique perspective on anxiety and the origins behind it. 

]]> Kyle Buzzsprout-17617578 Tue, 05 Aug 2025 08:00:00 -0400 3457 1 4 full true TACKLING ANXIETY!! (PART 2) TACKLING ANXIETY!! (PART 2) We continue our discussion on the annoying ass beast that is anxiety and we dive deeper into tools and coping mechanisms that we have tried and potentially recommend trying in order to turn anxiety from your enemy to your friend. 

]]> We continue our discussion on the annoying ass beast that is anxiety and we dive deeper into tools and coping mechanisms that we have tried and potentially recommend trying in order to turn anxiety from your enemy to your friend. 

]]> Kyle Buzzsprout-17617539 Tue, 05 Aug 2025 08:00:00 -0400 2686 1 3 full true Tackling ANXIETYYYY (PART 1) Tackling ANXIETYYYY (PART 1) Yup, we're starting with a bang. Anxiety is the hot button topic du jour and the two co-hosts give their unique insights into anxiety, what it is, their journey with it and why its such a hot button item amongst today's generations. 

]]> Yup, we're starting with a bang. Anxiety is the hot button topic du jour and the two co-hosts give their unique insights into anxiety, what it is, their journey with it and why its such a hot button item amongst today's generations. 

]]> Kyle Buzzsprout-17579463 Mon, 28 Jul 2025 22:00:00 -0400 2484 1 2 full true Who the F Are We and Why Should You Care? Who the F Are We and Why Should You Care? In our inaugural episode, we introduce who we are, why you should listen to us (should you listen to us?) and why we may have a bit more of a grounded and relatable mindsight than your typical mental health podcast. 

]]> In our inaugural episode, we introduce who we are, why you should listen to us (should you listen to us?) and why we may have a bit more of a grounded and relatable mindsight than your typical mental health podcast. 

]]> Kyle Buzzsprout-17579419 Mon, 28 Jul 2025 22:00:00 -0400 2297 1 1 full true