Unsupervised Sisters

Rachel Rudd & Lynn Kinnear
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A podcast for sisters, siblings, current perimenopause and menopause survivors, those parented by boomers, or women looking to escape their crazy life for a bit. Join Lynn & Rachel, two sisters, who will attempt to entertain you and themselves as they tackle life's journey through their middle-aged, slightly failing, womanly eyes!

  1. 6d ago

    Never Lose Sight with Author Angela Ricketts

    Grief does not have to leave you stuck. Angela Ricketts turns heartbreak into a hands-on path forward, showing how a family crisis, a rare childhood disease, and a pile of clay became a movement with real-world impact. After her son is diagnosed with choroideremia, a rare progressive blinding eye disease, Angela rethinks everything - from motherhood to meaning to what it looks like to keep going when the future feels uncertain. What starts as a deeply personal coping ritual becomes Sight Stones, a mission rooted in hope, funding, and visibility for families facing rare disease. Angela shares how she transformed worry stones into a purpose-driven product, how her father's life as a Franciscan brother, nurse, and potter shaped her values, and how grief became something she could work with instead of something that had to define her. She also opens up about the hardest chapter of her new book, Never Lose Sight, the “stuck place” she had to face, and why therapy, community, and honest self-talk mattered more than pretending to be okay. You'll discover: • Why grief can show up long before someone dies • How to support a child through a diagnosis that has no simple timeline • The story behind Sight Stones and the “keep one, share one” philosophy • How clay became both a business and a metaphor for reinvention • Why Angela believes midlife is not too late to start over We also talk about the power of vulnerability, the freedom that comes from telling the truth, and the surprising way a support group, a studio, and one well-timed reminder changed everything. If you need proof that you can still build something meaningful in the middle of mess, this episode delivers it. Perfect for anyone navigating grief, caregiving, midlife reinvention, or a season that feels too heavy to carry alone. Angela’s story is a reminder that your story still matters, your work can still matter, and it is never too late to say yes to life again . keywords grief, hope, resilience, sight stones, personal growth, awareness, mental health, life lessons, midlife, purpose Angela Ricketts is the creator of Sight Stones, founder of a residential cleaning company, and author of Never Lose Sight. Her work blends art, advocacy, and lived experience to support families facing rare retinal diseases. Ways to support & connect with Angela: • Website - Sightstones.org • Instagram - @Sightstones • Angela’s Book on Amazon: Never Lose Sight - https://www.amazon.com/Never-Lose-Sight-Finding-Throughebook/dp/B0HGMZ79XW/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1TD704ITX7CQO&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.cYbXD8ecM-SRAMpXC7D37EaPB3uTa9_n7_k332z_dZY.G9nUhWSlYt0tr3l1C2paaox-2oWrTcHO3yJCMs9NBuM&dib_tag=se&keywords=never+lose+sight+angela+ricketts&qid=1792078507&sprefix=never+lose+sight+angela+ricketts+%2Caps%2C217&sr=8-1

  2. Oct 12

    Now We're the Supervisors: Caregiving for Your Parents with our brother Matt

    The hardest part of caregiving is often not the care itself - it’s the slow, emotional shift from being someone’s child to becoming the one who has to make the decisions. Rachel, Matt Sherr, and Lynn get brutally honest about what it takes when aging parents need help, independence starts to slip, and everyone in the family has a different idea of what “support” should look like. Matt shares what it’s been like for his parents to move into a guest house in his backyard in Brazil, where a new country, a new culture, and a new caregiving reality all collided at once. What starts as a practical family update quickly turns into a deeply relatable conversation about resentment, guilt, boundaries, and the invisible labor of being the person everyone turns to when there’s no easy answer. You’ll hear them break down: why caregiving so often becomes a role you’re forced into, not one you choosethe tension between protecting a parent and respecting their adulthoodhow cultural change, medical needs, and aging can make even simple logistics overwhelmingwhy “help” is rarely just about groceries, chores, or appointmentsthe difference between compassion fatigue, burnout, and plain old emotional exhaustionLynn adds the perspective of someone watching the same patterns repeat across generations, while Rachel brings the reality of trying to manage family, boundaries, and the anxiety of aging parents from a distance. Together, they name the thing so many families are living but rarely say out loud: sometimes you’re mourning the relationship you thought you’d have while the person is still right there. If you’re part of the sandwich generation, caring for a parent, or already thinking ahead about how you want your own old age to work, this one will hit home. It’s honest, funny, tense, and unexpectedly comforting - because sometimes the most helpful thing is simply hearing someone else say, “me too.”

  3. Sep 28

    Baby Blues, Big Feelings & the Things We’re Not Supposed to Say

    Postpartum mental health can turn dangerous fast, and too many women are left to figure it out alone. Rachel and Lynn unpack the Lindsay Clancy mistrial, the failures around her care, and the warning signs every partner, parent, and new mom needs to know. What starts as a reaction to a headline becomes a much bigger conversation about baby blues, postpartum depression, postpartum OCD, and postpartum psychosis—including why psychosis can show up months after birth, not just in the first few weeks. Rachel shares her own experience of postpartum sadness after Sydney, while Lynn opens up about severe postpartum anxiety, insomnia, and the overwhelming pressure she faced as a young mother with a deployed husband and a colicky baby. You’ll hear them break down: The difference between baby blues, PPD, PPA, postpartum OCD, and postpartum psychosisWhy intrusive thoughts and terrifying delusions are medical emergencies, not “bad moods”How fragmented postpartum care leaves women, spouses, and doctors unpreparedWhy medication management, follow-up, and mental health screening can’t be treated like an afterthoughtWhat warning signs partners should watch for when the mother says she is “fine” but clearly is not They also dig into the broader system around this case—the pressure to stay quiet, the shame attached to mental health, the lack of research into women’s health, and why countries with home visits, screenings, and better parental leave are so far ahead of the U.S. The episode doesn’t just ask what happened in one tragic case. It asks why so many women are still being failed at the exact moment they need care most. Essential listening if you are a parent, partner, loved one, or anyone who wants to better understand postpartum mental health and how to show up before a crisis becomes unthinkable. Resources: ·       Postpartum Support International Hotline: 1-800-944-4773 ·       Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Text or Call  988

  4. Sep 14

    U.S. Healthcare Costs ~vs ~ the World

    The U.S. is seeing a large number of Americans moving abroad for a number of reasons – healthcare costs in the U.S. top the list of reasons. Rachel and Lynn break down why so many Americans are looking abroad for better care, lower costs, and a more livable future - and what it actually looks like to make that move. Rachel shares what healthcare has been like for her in the UK after 18 months abroad, along with the real numbers behind her upcoming move to Spain. Lynn adds the perspective of a family planning for retirement outside the US, where healthcare, insurance, and cost of living all factor into the decision. Together, they compare the US with countries like the UK, Spain, Panama, Costa Rica, Mexico, and more. Rachel and Lynn also unpack the hidden costs of American healthcare, from drug prices and malpractice insurance to the way insurance companies can override medical decisions. They dig into why preventive care should save money in theory, why it often doesn’t in the US, and why that disconnect is pushing more people to look at international options. If you’ve ever wondered whether leaving the US is actually realistic, or if you’re just exhausted by the math of staying, this conversation gives you a clear, eye-opening look at the alternatives. Essential listening for anyone thinking about healthcare, retirement, expat life, or simply what freedom really costs. #movingabroad #healthcarecosts #UShealthcare Resources: ·       https://www.expatden.com/global/countries-with-best-healthcare-for-expats/ ·       https://www.investopedia.com/articles/personal-finance/080615/6-reasons-healthcare-so-expensive-us.asp ·       https://getwherenext.com/tools/healthcare-cost

  5. Aug 31

    Adult Parenting Help with Special Guest Sarah Speigel, M.A., LCPC

    Parenting adult children is harder than anyone warns you. Special guest, Sarah Spiegel, M.A., LCPC, reveals the subtle shift every mom has to make: from manager to consultant, without overfunctioning, over-advising, or losing yourself in the process. Rachel and Lynn get honest about the shock of realizing adult kids still need boundaries, support, and space - just not the kind of control moms are used to. Sarah breaks down why “letting go” is the wrong goal, how to tell when your help is actually taking capacity away, and why unsolicited advice can quietly damage trust. You’ll discover: The simple pause-listen-ask framework that keeps you from reacting too fastHow to tell the difference between a boundary and a ruleWhat to say when your adult child makes a choice you don’t agree withWhy guilt, over functioning, and “I’ll take care of myself later” keep midlife women stuckHow to start building a midlife with meaning without reinventing your whole life overnight Sarah also shares the mindset shift that makes this season less overwhelming and more intentional: learning what is yours to carry, what is not, and how to create small daily practices that are fully yours again. If you’re parenting teens, launching a college student, or navigating a boomerang child at home, this conversation will feel like a relief and a reset. Essential listening for any mom trying to love her kids deeply without disappearing in the process. Sarah Spiegel, M.A., LCPC, is a licensed therapist, mother, and founder of Midlife with Meaning, where she provides therapist-informed coaching for women navigating the transitions of midlife. Her work focuses on parenting adult children, empty nest transitions, boundaries, identity, and helping women care deeply for the people they love without losing themselves in the process. Through coaching, workshops, and her online community, Sarah helps women navigate change, reconnect with themselves, and create a meaningful next chapter. Connect with her on: ·       Instagram: midlife_withmeaning ·       TikTok: @midlifewithmeaning ·       Website: midlifewithmeaning.com AND don’t miss her upcoming Workshop Info: You Got This, Mama! Supporting YOU through the College Transition and Beyond https://yougotthismama.my.canva.site/

  6. Aug 17

    Back to School! Bummer...or Not?

    Back-to-school season is supposed to feel exciting - but for most families, it now feels expensive, stressful, and weirdly personal. Rachel and Lynn get honest about what it takes to send kids back in 2026, why school shopping has become a budget-busting event, and how today’s costs compare to the much simpler school years they grew up with. They break down the real price of getting kids ready - from clothes, shoes, supplies, electronics, and lunch money to the hidden costs that keep adding up all year long. Along the way, they unpack why teachers are increasingly asking parents for help, why that frustration should be aimed at broken funding systems instead of classrooms, and how even “small” items like notebooks, index cards, and Chromebook repairs can turn into a big monthly hit. You’ll also hear plenty of nostalgic back-to-school chaos from the 90s: school uniforms, brown paper book covers, Trapper Keepers, slap bracelets, jelly shoes, scented markers, and the glorious days when a single shopping trip could cover the whole year. Rachel and Lynn compare then vs. now, including how Google Classroom, school-issued devices, and delayed grading create fresh headaches that parents never had to deal with.

  7. Aug 3

    Rebuilding After Divorce with Special Guest Abbey Fuhrman

    Rachel and Lynn talk with an old friend about a topic relevant to many – divorce. Divorce is an emotionally charged topic, especially when children are involved. For many women, leaving a marriage that feels suffocating or damaging is a complex journey filled with challenges and hard decisions. In this episode, we explore insights from Abbey Fuhrman, who bravely shares her personal experience of navigating divorce while raising children. She emphasizes the importance of self-identity, the struggles of being a mother in a troubled marriage, and the steps necessary to reclaim one's happiness and independence. Fuhrman is a single mom of three and content creator turning post-divorce life into relatable, unfiltered storytelling. From co-parenting chaos to dating in your late 30s to rebuilding your identity from scratch, she shares it all in real time—with humor, honesty, and zero perfection. Follow her @thehotmesslady on TikTok, @fuhrman1212 on Instagram, and tune into her podcast Hot-In-Mess Chronicles for real conversations about starting over, finding yourself, and laughing through the mess! #midlifedivorce #divorce #parenting #findingyourself

  8. Jul 20

    Episode 15: Unsupervised Pet Peeves

    Join us for an unfiltered bi*%$ session! This episode is a hilarious, honest, and cathartic conversation between Lynn & Rachel who are completely done with unrealistic beauty standards, unsolicited advice, and all the little everyday annoyances that pile up on top of everything else. From body image and aging to being told to smile more, road rage, and the pressure adults feel to keep supporting grown children, the discussion is sharp, relatable, and full of real talk. It also turns toward the joy of shared global moments, like the World Cup and the Olympics, and the reminder that people are usually good when they are allowed to come together. #podcast #womenover40 #bodyimage #aging #realtalk #honestconversation #unfiltered #selfacceptance #societalpressures #worldcup #olympics

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A podcast for sisters, siblings, current perimenopause and menopause survivors, those parented by boomers, or women looking to escape their crazy life for a bit. Join Lynn & Rachel, two sisters, who will attempt to entertain you and themselves as they tackle life's journey through their middle-aged, slightly failing, womanly eyes!

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  • Creator
    Rachel Rudd & Lynn Kinnear
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Rachel Rudd & Lynn Kinnear
  • Show Website
    Unsupervised Sisters

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