Mic'd and Medicated: Unfiltered, Unafraid, and UnExpert

Eva Heyman & Caroline Leventhal
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Welcome to Mic’d and Medicated. 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. Follow us on Instagram @micdandmedicated for all of the shareable memes that will make your friends reply, “dead.” Follow us on YouTube @micdmedicated. Surgeon General Warning Disclaimer: We are self-prescribed unexperts, so if you have any real questions or need real advice, please call your doctor.© 2025 Eva Heyman & Caroline Leventhal

  1. 5 HR AGO

    Valentine’s Day: Love, Expectations, Marriage & The Reality of Modern Relationships

    Send a text 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=177 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

    33 min

  2. 5 FEB

    Bruce Blakeman on Fixing New York, Political Civility, and Reviving the American Dream

    Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Bruce Blakeman, Nassau County Executive and candidate for Governor of New York, for a candid conversation about leadership in deeply polarized times—and what actually works in government. Bruce shares his professional journey from the private sector to public service and explains why real-world work experience matters in political leadership. We talk about how Nassau County became a model for lowering taxes while improving public safety and job creation, and why Bruce believes those results can be scaled across New York State. The conversation doesn’t shy away from big topics: capitalism versus socialism, restoring the American Dream, and the difference between giving people a hand up instead of a handout. As Bruce puts it, “I want to teach people how to fish.” We also get personal. Bruce opens up about growing up Jewish in a predominantly non-Jewish town, confronting antisemitism, and how those experiences shaped his views on equal opportunity, education, and national unity. He shares why he believes a strong American identity—and the virtue of work—are essential to the country’s future. Caroline and Eva do plenty of listening (and yes, plenty of talking), and don’t exactly hide where they stand. Whether you agree with Bruce or not, this episode is about hearing different perspectives and having honest, unfiltered conversations we don’t get enough of anymore. Reference: https://www.blakemanfornewyork.com/ Chapters 00:00 – Introduction to Bruce Blakeman  02:54 – Nassau County’s success and New York’s challenges  04:44 – Leadership and the political landscape  06:39 – Growing up Jewish and antisemitism  09:04 – Public safety and law enforcement  11:00 – Engaging diverse communities  13:22 – Values and leadership  15:15 – Campaign strategy and voter outreach  17:09 – Civility in politics  18:59 – Terrorism, rhetoric, and responsibility  20:28 – Work ethic and education  23:10 – Ideology in schools  25:32 – Political shifts in America  26:58 – Immigration and American values  29:23 – Unity vs. diversity  32:27 – Lightning round and final thoughts 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

    35 min

  3. 29 JAN

    Life Is Hard — But It Doesn’t Have To Feel That Way (with Dr. Rachel Goldman)

    Send us a text In this episode of Mic’d & Medicated, Caroline and Eva sit down with psychologist Dr. Rachel Goldman to talk about what’s really going on in our heads — and how to make it a little more enjoyable in there. From self-talk and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to body neutrality, social pressure, and the mental gymnastics of modern life, Dr. Goldman breaks down the mind-body connection in a way that’s practical, relatable, and refreshingly non-judgmental. She also shares insights from her upcoming book and reminds us that while life is hard, it doesn’t have to feel hard all the time. This episode is about building a personal mental toolkit, setting realistic expectations, and focusing on what’s actually within your control — i.e., not pretending you’ll suddenly become a perfectly calm, well-rested, joyful billionaire. Small shifts. Better self-talk. Less suffering. We learned so much in this conversation — and chances are, you will too. REFERENCE:  https://www.drrachelnyc.com/about/ https://www.instagram.com/drrachelnyc/ https://www.instagram.com/whenlifehappensbook/ 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

    47 min

  4. 22 JAN

    Manifest, Baby – Ditch resolutions, flirt with the universe

    Send us a text Resolutions feel like punishment. Manifesting feels like flirting with the universe. In this episode of Mic’d & Medicated, Caroline and Eva get unexpectedly inspired by The Secret—the idea that your thoughts aren’t just thoughts, they’re magnets. After years of forcing goals, obsessing over outcomes, and turning self-improvement into a personality flaw, they unpack why resolutions seldom work and why manifesting starts in your head. They break down the law of attraction in a way that’s less crystal-healing cult and more usable life strategy: stop fixating on what you don’t want, get clearer about who you actually want to be, and notice how your mindset quietly runs the show. From gratitude and visualization to autopilot living and “inspired action” (aka doing things that don’t feel like torture), in this episode, they argue that belief plus action beats punishment every time. But let’s be clear—some of The Secret is questionable. The idea that your thoughts alone make you fat? Hard sell. We’re pretty sure it’s not “thinking heavy” that does it—it’s McDonald’s, no exercise, and pretending errands count as cardio. This episode isn’t blind faith; it’s curiosity with a raised eyebrow. They also tackle the real manifestation mystery: can you rewire your brain so you stop manifesting husbands with terrible taste in gifts? Or are we energetically attracting men who think a charging cord is a love language? No joyless goal charts. No shame-based rules. Just better thoughts, better energy, and fewer ways to manifest your own misery. If your thoughts are running the show anyway, you might as well cast them better. Manifest, baby. 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

    40 min

  5. 15 JAN

    The Fertility Conversation We Should’ve Had at 22

    Send us a text In this week’s episode, Caroline and Eva are joined by Dr. Jaime Knopman, reproductive endocrinologist, infertility specialist, and co-author of Own Your Fertility, for the conversation no one had with us early enough. The truth? Fertility doesn’t fall off a cliff — it slowly declines until one day it suddenly matters a lot. They dig into egg freezing as empowerment versus false security, how (and when) to talk to our daughters before panic sets in, and why men need to be part of this conversation too. From ambition and delayed adulthood to single-mom-by-choice culture, this episode goes where most polite conversations never do. Along the way, Dr. Knopman shares real stories from the front lines of fertility medicine — including how frozen eggs can turn into a baby years later in ways that feel miraculous. They also get honest about the things no one taught us: how to make a bed, boil an egg, or plan for our biological future. Unfiltered, hilarious, and unexpectedly emotional, this is the fertility conversation you wish you’d had ten years ago. Reference: https://drjaimeknopman.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Own-Your-Fertility-Freezing-Surrogacy/dp/1324111488 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

    51 min

  6. 8 JAN

    Vacations Are Just Relocations

    Send us a text Holiday cards, family trips, screen time, and the illusion of “getting away.” In this episode, Caroline and Eva unpack why traveling with kids is really just a high-cost relocation—with elevated expectations and cortisol levels. You’re basically paying more to be annoyed somewhere else. Add in NYC’s relentless pressure to leave town during every school break (Africa? Australia? Casual.), the mysterious phenomenon of dads suddenly having “work calls” on Christmas Day (what exactly are they doing—working for Santa?), and the miracle of your husband packing nothing yet somehow having everything he needs—while complaining that you overpacked. They also dive into trends for 2026 (sneak peek: middle-aged women are having a moment, redefining beauty and style). You won’t want to miss this hilarious episode to kick off your new year mood. ------------- women podcast, parenting podcast, comedy podcast, family vacation, parenting humor, modern motherhood, screen time, midlife women, body image -------------- Chapters 00:00 Holiday Reflections and New Year Greetings 06:00 Cultural Trends and Language Evolution 12:00 Traveling with Family: Expectations vs. Reality 17:30 The Challenges of Family Vacations 25:00 The Digital Addiction Dilemma 32:00 Vacation Realities: The Extra Child 40:00 Fashion Faux Pas and Expectations 46:30 Reflections and Future Aspirations ---------------- References Bari Weiss https://podscan.fm/podcasts/honestly-with-bari-weiss-5/episodes/what-to-expect-in-2026-with-niall-ferguson-john-mcwhorter-dr-mark-hyman-leandra-medine-cohen-suzy-weiss-and-sarah-isgur Year of the horse IG post https://www.instagram.com/p/DS5FGsUDsg6/?img_index=1 Seinfeld episode about sweatpants https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-0Hbu4Z4pGI ----------------- 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

    46 min

  7. 2 JAN

    Who’s Really Applying to College—The Kids or Their Parents?

    Send us a text College acceptance used to be simple: a letter in the mail and a proud—but private—celebration. Now? It’s a full-blown production. From merch-filled bed parties and Instagram “opening the email” videos to parents basking in congratulations like they’re the ones who aced the SATs, college admissions have officially entered the twilight zone.  Eva and Caroline unpack how the college process has become a multi-year pressure cooker—not just for kids, but for parents chasing validation, bragging rights, and the illusion of control. Who’s really applying to college? When did getting in become more important than what you’re getting? And how did higher education turn into a public performance? If you have a teenager, survived the college admissions rat race, or are just watching this madness from the sidelines—this episode is for you. #CollegeAdmissions  #CollegeParents  #ParentingTeens  #HelicopterParents  #BedPartyCulture  #RaisingKids  #MicdAndMedicated NOTES: Old School with Shilo Brooks https://open.spotify.com/show/6OBoyI46Gwuul2DUMVefjT?si=phTaRqnVQOOz1r1qAszHVg 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

    41 min

  8. 26/12/2025

    Being an Aunt, Not a Parent

    Send us a text What happens when life doesn’t follow the plan — and you decide not to force it? Caroline and Eva sit down with Danielle Frank, who pivoted from international film publicist at Miramax, to wine & spirits executive, to author of A Wine Lover’s Guide to Parenting — a satirical storybook about raising good humans (who are not whiny!) while drinking good wine.  Danielle always imagined becoming a mother, but life doesn’t always go according to plan. Rather than becoming a parent, she embraced her role as Aunt “Didi” to her nieces and nephews — and turned years of observing her sister, friends and other parents into sharp, funny, and surprisingly insightful advice on how not to raise assholes. As Danielle puts it:“Allow yourself to heed my advice & your kids will turn out fine. Because you don’t want your kid to end up as a bad grape on the vine.” The conversation also goes deep into starting over, moving across the country, ignoring dating red flags, and learning how to own your independence. Plus, how deceiving Instagram is (and why #blessed means being miserable).  And we had a good laugh when Eva discovered that calling Instagram “the gram” is, in fact, a thing. She thought “IG,” was the colloquial term for Instagram… which it's not! Oh how we love our intellectual Eva. If you love strong, independent women, smart humor, honest conversations about non-traditional paths — and wine — this episode is for you. Merry Christmas and hope you have time to aerate over the holidays!!  Chapters Introduction and Danielle's JourneyHumor in ParentingEntertainment Industry InsightsIndependence and Personal GrowthRelationships and Life LessonsThe Wine Lover's Guide to ParentingTakeaways Danielle Frank shares her journey from New York to LA.The importance of humor in parenting and life.Danielle's experiences in the entertainment industry.The role of independence in personal growth.Challenges and insights from relationships.The concept of an adult children's book.Danielle's perspective on being an influential aunt.The parallels between wine and parenting.Navigating life changes and personal pivots.The value of self-awareness and personal happiness.Reference https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=teIbh8hFQos&themeRefresh=1 https://www.amazon.com/Wine-Lovers-Guide-Parenting-management-eboo 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

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Welcome to Mic’d and Medicated. 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. Follow us on Instagram @micdandmedicated for all of the shareable memes that will make your friends reply, “dead.” Follow us on YouTube @micdmedicated. Surgeon General Warning Disclaimer: We are self-prescribed unexperts, so if you have any real questions or need real advice, please call your doctor.© 2025 Eva Heyman & Caroline Leventhal

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