Send us Fan Mail

We did it. Season 1 of our podcast is officially complete—and somehow, two self-proclaimed “techtards” made it to 55 episodes.

From recording our first episode with no audio to convincing ourselves we understand mics, lighting, editing, and social media…this has been chaos, growth, and a lot of laughs.

In this Season 1 finale, we’re reflecting on:

• The highs, the lows, and our favorite mean comments (honestly, some of you are very creative)
• What we’ve learned about motherhood, work, and showing up online
• How we’d describe each other (from ChatGPT’s POV…which was maybe too accurate)
• Why Caroline interrupts everything—and why Eva brings it back (eventually)
• And yes…whether the camera actually adds 10 pounds or just exposes us

We also talk about what it really takes to keep going when most podcasts quit before episode 10—and why we didn’t.

Eva went from barely opening Instagram to finding life advice in memes, and Caroline went from tech-challenged to full-blown content producer (CapCut and Canva in the house).

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, imperfect, or like you’re just figuring it out as you go, this episode is for you.

And…this isn’t just a finale. Eva and Caroline are just getting started. There are new exciting changes coming in Season 2.

Let’s just say…this chaos might be heading somewhere sunnier 🌴

Grab an expensive tequila, laugh with us, and thank you for being part of this with us.

We’re two New York City women talking candidly about the chaos of modern life, from relationships, parenting, working in and out of the home, to what it takes to stay semi-sane in a world that expects you to hold it all together and be #blessed.

We couldn’t find an honest and vulnerable conversation — so we started one! If you need a laugh, a cry, or just want to hear someone else admit their flaws and validate your crazy, you’re in the right place. Be ready to be… Unfiltered, Unafraid, and UnExpert.

Please follow, like, review, and share the podcast with your family and friends!

• Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/micdandmedicated and YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@MicdMedicated/podcasts
• Subscribe to our Substack: https://substack.com/@micdandmedicated
• Check out our website: micdandmedicated.com

Surgeon General Warning Disclaimer: We are self-prescribed unexperts, so if you have any real questions or need real advice, please call your nearest doctor.

© 2025 Eva Heyman & Caroline Leventhal

Send us Fan Mail

Most women are burnt out trying to do it all—career, family, self—and somehow still feel like they’re failing at every turn. So we have to ask… is “having it all” actually real, or is it the biggest lie we’ve been sold?

In this episode of Mic’d and Medicated, we sit down (again) with Flavia Masson—screenwriter, artist, and a married woman who chose not to have children—to rip apart the pressure women face to be everything to everyone.

Because no matter what you choose, it somehow feels like you lose:
Married, no career = not successful
Career, no kids = not successful
Career + kids = bad mom
Single with a big career = still judged

So what exactly are we all chasing?

We get into the rise of the “trad wife” movement (yes, the sourdough, barefoot-in-the-kitchen fantasy), and why more women are opting out of the chaos of trying to do it all—and instead choosing to do one thing really well.

Flavia says it best: life isn’t a buffet, it’s a fixed menu. If you pick the fish, you’re not getting the chicken. And maybe the real problem is we’ve been told we should want both.

We talk about:

• Why “having it all” might actually mean doing everything halfway
• The societal pressure and judgment women face no matter what they choose
• How women became their own harshest critics
• The mental load, burnout, and unrealistic expectations of modern life
• Why clarity on your priorities matters more than chasing perfection
• How to actually build a life that feels good (not just looks good)

Whether you’re a mom, a career woman, questioning everything, or just exhausted from trying to juggle 10 balls at once, this episode will make you feel seen, validated, and a lot less alone.

Because maybe the goal isn’t to have it all…maybe it’s to choose what actually matters—and own it.

REFERENCES

• Lean In by Sheryl Sandberg: https://leanin.org/book
• “Why Women Still Can’t Have It All” – The Atlantic: https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2012/07/why-women-still-cant-have-it-all/309020/
• “Can We All Have It All?” by Anne-Marie Slaughter: https://www.ted.com/talks/anne_marie_slaughter_can_we_all_have_it_all

We’re two New York City women talking candidly about the chaos of modern life, from relationships, parenting, working in and out of the home, to what it takes to stay semi-sane in a world that expects you to hold it all together and be #blessed.

We couldn’t find an honest and vulnerable conversation — so we started one! If you need a laugh, a cry, or just want to hear someone else admit their flaws and validate your crazy, you’re in the right place. Be ready to be… Unfiltered, Unafraid, and UnExpert.

Please follow, like, review, and share the podcast with your family and friends!

• Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/micdandmedicated and YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@MicdMedicated/podcasts
• Subscribe to our Substack: https://substack.com/@micdandmedicated
• Check out our website: micdandmedicated.com

Surgeon General Warning Disclaimer: We are self-prescribed unexperts, so if you have any real questions or need real advice, please call your nearest doctor.

© 2025 Eva Heyman & Caroline Leventhal

Send us Fan Mail

Everyone has pet peeves… we just decided to say ours out loud (hopefully not so loud that we annoy you).

Some of these are minor. Some are completely unhinged. And some might actually be… neurological.

You might be dealing with misophonia—that very real phenomenon where certain sounds (gum smacking, soup slurping, aggressive keyboard typing on airplanes
) instantly trigger your nervous system.

But not all pet peeves are about sound. Some are about something deeper—like sensing inauthenticity, fake happiness, or just… off energy.

As we spiral through our list, we start to realize these aren’t just random icks. They actually reveal a lot about our (very high) standards, our boundaries, and what we really value in other people.

We get into:

• The sounds that instantly trigger our nervous system (misophonia is real)
• The connection between high standards, hygiene, and visual chaos
• Social media “happiness” that just doesn’t feel authentic
• The unspoken rules of airplanes, family dynamics, and work jargon

Some of these are relatable. Some are irrational. All of them are honest.

If you’ve ever felt irrationally annoyed and needed validation—this episode is for you.

And if you just need a good laugh… this is also for you!

We’re two New York City women talking candidly about the chaos of modern life, from relationships, parenting, working in and out of the home, to what it takes to stay semi-sane in a world that expects you to hold it all together and be #blessed.

We couldn’t find an honest and vulnerable conversation — so we started one! If you need a laugh, a cry, or just want to hear someone else admit their flaws and validate your crazy, you’re in the right place. Be ready to be… Unfiltered, Unafraid, and UnExpert.

Please follow, like, review, and share the podcast with your family and friends!

• Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/micdandmedicated and YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@MicdMedicated/podcasts
• Subscribe to our Substack: https://substack.com/@micdandmedicated
• Check out our website: micdandmedicated.com

Surgeon General Warning Disclaimer: We are self-prescribed unexperts, so if you have any real questions or need real advice, please call your nearest doctor.

© 2025 Eva Heyman & Caroline Leventhal

Send us Fan Mail

This week on Mic’d & Medicated, we sit down with Dr. Marnie Nussbaum, the Joan Rivers-meets-Elle Woods of dermatology.

From Botox and lip fillers to parenting chaos and midlife confidence, she spills the truth with humor, heart, and unfiltered advice. Get ready to laugh, learn, and finally embrace aging—and yourself—on your own terms.

Whether you’re curious about the science behind cosmetic procedures, juggling motherhood and self-care, or just need a hilarious guide to life in your 40s and 50s, this episode is packed with truths, laughs, and empowerment.

What You’ll Learn:

• Skincare routines that actually work for busy women
• The science behind Botox and fillers
• Balancing parenting, self-care, and confidence
• Debunking myths about aging and beauty
• Personal anecdotes and humor to inspire self-love

Resources & Links:

• Dr. Marnie Nussbaum Website
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Skincare line & treatments: Ulthera, The Wrinkle Cure

Chapter Titles

• 00:00 Introduction & Personal Stories
• 04:03 Skincare & Cosmetic Procedures Explained
• 09:48 Parenting Challenges & Self-Care Tips
• 19:32 Busting Myths About Aging & Beauty
• 29:40 Expert Advice on Skin Maintenance & Treatments
• 39:48 Balancing Motherhood & Self-Confidence
• 48:55 Humor & Personal Anecdotes in Beauty & Parenting
• 58:11 Final Tips & Empowerment Messages

We’re two New York City women talking candidly about the chaos of modern life, from relationships, parenting, working in and out of the home, to what it takes to stay semi-sane in a world that expects you to hold it all together and be #blessed.

We couldn’t find an honest and vulnerable conversation — so we started one! If you need a laugh, a cry, or just want to hear someone else admit their flaws and validate your crazy, you’re in the right place. Be ready to be… Unfiltered, Unafraid, and UnExpert.

Please follow, like, review, and share the podcast with your family and friends!

• Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/micdandmedicated and YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@MicdMedicated/podcasts
• Subscribe to our Substack: https://substack.com/@micdandmedicated
• Check out our website: micdandmedicated.com

Surgeon General Warning Disclaimer: We are self-prescribed unexperts, so if you have any real questions or need real advice, please call your nearest doctor.

© 2025 Eva Heyman & Caroline Leventhal

Send us Fan Mail

What does it truly mean to build a family — and what happens when the path isn’t traditional?

In this episode of Mic’d & Medicated, clinical psychologist Dr. Laura Fechter who specializes in couples with infertility and exploring adoption joins us on the couch. We unpack the emotional complexities of family planning, infidelity, adoption, cultural identity, and the decision to have — or not have — children.

We explore:

• The psychological weight behind family planning decisions

• The emotional realities and open narratives of adoption • Cultural identity and belonging for adopted children • The impact of in-utero experiences on development aka are babies born as a clean slate

• The choice to live child-free

• Generativity and creating legacy beyond motherhood?

This is a nuanced, thoughtful conversation for women navigating parenthood, partnership, identity, and the evolving definition of legacy. Whether you’re considering adoption, questioning motherhood, or redefining generativity in your own life, this episode offers depth, clarity, and compassion.

Chapters

Introduction to Family Planning and Infidelity Counseling

Navigating Family Planning Decisions

The Adoption Process and Emotional Challenges

Cultural Identity in Adoption

The Impact of In-Utero Experiences

The Decision to Have or Not Have Children

Generativity and Legacy Beyond Parenthood

The Complexities of Adoption and Parenting

The Importance of Open Narratives in Adoption

Subscribe to Mic’d & Medicated for unfiltered conversations about modern womanhood.

We’re two New York City women talking candidly about the chaos of modern life, from relationships, parenting, working in and out of the home, to what it takes to stay semi-sane in a world that expects you to hold it all together and be #blessed.

We couldn’t find an honest and vulnerable conversation — so we started one! If you need a laugh, a cry, or just want to hear someone else admit their flaws and validate your crazy, you’re in the right place. Be ready to be… Unfiltered, Unafraid, and UnExpert.

Please follow, like, review, and share the podcast with your family and friends!

• Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/micdandmedicated and YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@MicdMedicated/podcasts
• Subscribe to our Substack: https://substack.com/@micdandmedicated
• Check out our website: micdandmedicated.com

Surgeon General Warning Disclaimer: We are self-prescribed unexperts, so if you have any real questions or need real advice, please call your nearest doctor.

© 2025 Eva Heyman & Caroline Leventhal

Send us Fan Mail

What does modern motherhood really look like — behind the curated Instagram squares and school pickup smiles?

This week on Mic’d and Medicated, we sit down with Lyss Stern, founder of DivaMoms, for an unfiltered conversation about parenting, ambition, mental health, and raising resilient kids in Manhattan.

We talk about:

• Why most moms secretly feel like they’re failing
• How vulnerability becomes your greatest superpower
• The pressure of raising kids in NYC
• Entrepreneurship and identity beyond motherhood
• Mental health, menopause & the “what now?” phase
• Letting go of perfection and redefining success

Motherhood isn’t aesthetic. It’s messy, loud, humbling — and sometimes brutal. But it’s also powerful when we stop pretending and start telling the truth.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re barely holding it together while trying to build a career, raise decent humans, and not lose your mind — this episode will make you feel seen.

Because resilience isn’t built through perfection. It’s built through honesty.

Hit play if you’re ready for real talk about modern motherhood, NYC parenting culture, ambition, identity, and embracing the chaos.

#MotherhoodPodcast
#LyssStern
#DivaMoms
#NYCMoms
#ModernMotherhood
#WorkingMomLife
#RaisingResilientKids
#MentalHealthForMoms
#MicdAndMedicated

We’re two New York City women talking candidly about the chaos of modern life, from relationships, parenting, working in and out of the home, to what it takes to stay semi-sane in a world that expects you to hold it all together and be #blessed.

We couldn’t find an honest and vulnerable conversation — so we started one! If you need a laugh, a cry, or just want to hear someone else admit their flaws and validate your crazy, you’re in the right place. Be ready to be… Unfiltered, Unafraid, and UnExpert.

Please follow, like, review, and share the podcast with your family and friends!

• Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/micdandmedicated and YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@MicdMedicated/podcasts
• Subscribe to our Substack: https://substack.com/@micdandmedicated
• Check out our website: micdandmedicated.com

Surgeon General Warning Disclaimer: We are self-prescribed unexperts, so if you have any real questions or need real advice, please call your nearest doctor.

© 2025 Eva Heyman & Caroline Leventhal

Send us Fan Mail

Are your hormones actually the problem?

In this episode of Mic’d and Medicated, we sit down with double board-certified endocrinologist Dr. Caroline Messer to break down what’s really going on with hormones, metabolism, weight, mood, and longevity.

We talk about:

• Hashimoto’s and why it often overlaps with celiac disease
• Lactose intolerance vs. dairy allergy
• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) — what’s safe and what’s outdated fear
• GLP-1 medications and whether they’re just weight-loss drugs or something bigger
• The stigma around mental health medication
• Sugar moderation, stress, and holistic care

Dr. Messer explains why holistic endocrinology matters, how community improves healthcare outcomes, and why the future of hormone care may be far more nuanced than social media suggests.

“It’s hormones, actually.”

If you’ve ever wondered whether your symptoms are in your head — or in your endocrine system — this episode is for you.

CHAPTERS:

Introduction to the Podcast and Guests

Understanding Endocrinology and Hormones

The Importance of Holistic Care in Medicine

Hormone Replacement Therapy and Women's Health

The Intersection of Medicine and Wellness Industry

Navigating Beauty and Health Concerns

Understanding Mental Health and Medication

Breaking the Stigma Around Medication

Debunking Myths About Weight Loss Medications

Exploring the Benefits of GLP-1 Medications

The Future of GLP-1 and Longevity

Moderation and Healthy Choices in Life

Building Community Through Healthcare

#Endocrinology
#Hormones
#GLP1
#Hashimotos
#CeliacDisease
#HormoneReplacementTherapy
#Longevity
#WomensHealth
#HolisticHealth
#MentalHealth
#MetabolicHealth
#SugarModeration
#MicdAndMedicated

We’re two New York City women talking candidly about the chaos of modern life, from relationships, parenting, working in and out of the home, to what it takes to stay semi-sane in a world that expects you to hold it all together and be #blessed.

We couldn’t find an honest and vulnerable conversation — so we started one! If you need a laugh, a cry, or just want to hear someone else admit their flaws and validate your crazy, you’re in the right place. Be ready to be… Unfiltered, Unafraid, and UnExpert.

Please follow, like, review, and share the podcast with your family and friends!

• Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/micdandmedicated and YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@MicdMedicated/podcasts
• Subscribe to our Substack: https://substack.com/@micdandmedicated
• Check out our website: micdandmedicated.com

Surgeon General Warning Disclaimer: We are self-prescribed unexperts, so if you have any real questions or need real advice, please call your nearest doctor.

© 2025 Eva Heyman & Caroline Leventhal

Send us Fan Mail

Valentine’s Day: romantic, performative, overrated… or meaningful?

In this episode of the Mic’d and Medicated Podcast, we unpack the real meaning of Valentine’s Day — from its ancient Roman origins to the modern pressures of love, marriage, and social media.

Why do expectations feel higher the longer you’re in a relationship?
Why does gift-giving create so much pressure?
And has Valentine’s Day become more about being seen in love than actually feeling connected?

We talk about:

• The history of Valentine’s Day and how it evolved
• Gift-giving, romance, and relationship expectations
• Marriage and how romantic gestures change over time
• Social media’s influence on modern dating and love
• Why communication matters more than flowers
• How to reconnect with your partner — without overspending

Whether you’re single, dating, married, or somewhere in between, this conversation explores how to make Valentine’s Day meaningful — not performative.

If you’ve ever felt disappointed, pressured, or confused about what February 14th is supposed to look like, this one’s for you.

Listen, laugh, and maybe rethink what romance actually means.

Valentine’s Day, relationships, marriage, modern dating, love, romance, gift giving, relationship expectations, social media and relationships, history of Valentine’s Day, romantic gestures, long term relationships, dating advice for women, marriage podcast, women and relationships

Chapters

00:00

Introduction to Valentine's Day Episode

05:16

Expectations and Reality of Valentine's Day

11:45

The History of Valentine's Day

18:55

Romance and Relationships

24:20

Changing Dynamics of Valentine's Day Celebrations

30:33

Reflections on Love and Connection

REFERENCE:

https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Highly-Effective-People-Anniversary/dp/B086DD5KSJ/ref=sr_1_2?adgrpid=1331510978875073&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.e-95-Iz5sV1HwKgVrRsDY-CyGVV0ODlIQkDgM80sLL_5d1yB4HgiuOSfn0sWezWyioNWQpkpxIn1iLoJQP713_dPNhk7bWhgAwSaLgPDbpDkoLfYqUhVn8zBJ8sB0mQDbZ0AocXc0JaW0gC7U1tFLsyiHzD2gBCseo_DDWKmZstuii4XcJ-k7BYG0gjer4dqMD9bVrn1tUAh9twyNRZP_FKekuw3p4WV_cynF8o_ga0.ENHINhY7R7xKgLtZOwu6rfjWxdIeQP2Wwr50_aunVzY&dib_tag=se&hvadid=83219711284111&hvbmt=bp&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=59981&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=p&hvtargid=kwd-83220481979810%3Aloc-190&hydadcr=22167_13576407&keywords=7+habits+study+guide&mcid=9e771bafc1503cc999ef4c72f905670a&msclkid=0ab06125fb001d67a2f708a8a969e33a&qid=1770869365&sr=8-2

We’re two New York City women talking candidly about the chaos of modern life, from relationships, parenting, working in and out of the home, to what it takes to stay semi-sane in a world that expects you to hold it all together and be #blessed.

We couldn’t find an honest and vulnerable conversation — so we started one! If you need a laugh, a cry, or just want to hear someone else admit their flaws and validate your crazy, you’re in the right place. Be ready to be… Unfiltered, Unafraid, and UnExpert.

Please follow, like, review, and share the podcast with your family and friends!

• Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/micdandmedicated and YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@MicdMedicated/podcasts
• Subscribe to our Substack: https://substack.com/@micdandmedicated
• Check out our website: micdandmedicated.com

Surgeon General Warning Disclaimer: We are self-prescribed unexperts, so if you have any real questions or need real advice, please call your nearest doctor.

© 2025 Eva Heyman & Caroline Leventhal