Actual* Experts

Caitlin and Lundie
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The Actual* Experts Podcast is where two millennial BFFs (that’s us - Caitlin and Lundie) sit down with real experts to demystify the big, confusing, and sometimes intimidating topics that shape women’s lives. From mutual funds to egg freezing, prenups to luteal phases, we realized we don't have all the answers, so we're going to ask the questions. Our goal: help women make smarter, more confident decisions with conversations that are accessible, relatable, funny, and actually useful. Because ladies - knowledge is power. LFG!

  1. JAN 13 · BONUS

    WTF is... A 2025 Recap?! And a few 2026 intentions with Caitlin and Lundie

    Happy New Year from Actual* Experts!!! Caitlin and Lundie sit down to catch up after the holidays, reflect on the past few crazy months since starting the pod, set some intentions, and share our words of the year. We want to know - what’s your word for 2026? Thanks for hanging with us. See you soon for Season 2!

    23 min

  2. 12/16/2025

    WTF is... a GLP-1 (Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro)?!

    In this episode of Actual* Experts, Caitlin and Lundie sit down with Dr. Andrea Milne-Epp, a physician specializing in obesity and metabolic disease, to break down what GLP-1s (aka Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro) actually* do in the body, and the cultural firestorm surrounding them. With headlines, TikTok hot takes, and celebrity soundbites everywhere, women are left trying to sort fact from fiction about a medication that’s changing modern healthcare - and pop culture. Dr. Andrea breaks down “food noise” and metabolism, to side effects, fertility questions, and who this drug is truly meant for - without the shame or scare tactics. Keywords: GLP-1 medications, Ozempic, Wegovy, GLP-1 weight loss drugs, weight loss medication, obesity treatment, metabolic disease, women’s health podcast, millennial women health, women’s wellness, women’s metabolism, body image and health, what are GLP-1s, how Ozempic works, how Wegovy works, GLP-1 side effects, long-term weight loss medication, physician explains GLP-1s, evidence-based weight loss, obesity as a chronic disease, metabolic health, Ozempic conversation, weight loss discourse, health misinformation

    1h 19m

  3. 12/09/2025

    WTF is... Cybersecurity?! Ft. 'Cybersecurity Girl' Caitlin Sarian

    In this episode of Actual* Experts, Caitlin and Lundie sit down with Caitlin Sarian - better known to many as @cybersecuritygirl - to unpack the ever-growing world of digital privacy, online safety, and what every woman actually needs to know to protect herself online. Formerly TikTok’s Global Cybersecurity Leader and now one of the most well known cybersecurity educators on the internet, Caitlin breaks down everything from passwords to biometrics, cookies to cache, and what’s really happening when your phone “listens” to you. She explains how hackers think, why software updates matter way more than we realize, how social media apps use your data, and why being more private online is one of the most empowering choices you can make. 00:45 - Intro & Actual Stats 23:00 - Why does cybersecurity matter if you have nothing to hide? 28:30 - Passwords, 2FA, software updates - and why they matter 35:00 - WTF are cookies - and should you “accept all”? 38:45 - The truth about 'Incognito Mode' 40:00 - Is your phone really listening to you? 46:00 - Cyber warfare & what Caitlin learned inside NATO 54:00 - Debrief Keywords: cybersecurity, online safety, digital security, internet privacy, cyber hygiene, phishing, data protection, identity theft, cyber tips, tech safety, women in tech, cybersecurity education, online scams, password safety, digital privacy

    1h 1m

  4. 12/02/2025

    WTF... Actually happens when you report Sexual Assault? Ft. the Forensic Nurse & Legal team at Providence Hospital, WA

    Content warning: This episode discusses sexual assault, forensic exams, reporting, and survivor experiences. In this episode of Actual* Experts, Caitlin and Lundie sit down with four members of a Washington State hospital sexual assault response team - forensic nurses Paula Skomski and Sherri Weyker, legal advocate Chelsy Sommer, and legal coordinator Michelle DeSoto - to educate us on what really happens when someone goes to the hospital after an assault. We find out what a sexual assault kit actually entails, how long survivors have to make decisions, what “anonymous” really mean, who pays for the exam, and why survivors have far more choice and control than most people realize. They also share compassionate, lived and learned advice on healing, supporting a loved one, and common myths that stop survivors from getting help. We created this episode in the hopes that no survivor or supporter has to navigate this process alone or uninformed. 00:50 - Intro & Actual Stats 16:30 - What happens from the moment you arrive at the hospital? 22:00 - What exactly does a ‘sexual assault kit’ entail? 24:30 - What is a forensic nurse, and how are they different? 30:00 - Staying anonymous vs. reporting with law enforcement 36:30 - Under the influence: What happens legally? 45:08 - What should you know before you go to the hospital? 46:40 - What should you do if you're not sure you want to report? 47:00 - How can friends or partners support survivors? 51:30 - Can survivors heal? (Spoiler: Without a doubt) 01:01:00 - Who pays for the exam? ‘Crime Victims Compensation’ explained 01:03:30 - What every woman should know about sexual assault, according to the actual* experts 01:08:00 - Debrief If you or someone you love has experienced sexual assault, you are not alone. International resources and 24/7 hotlines: USA - RAINN: 1-800-656-HOPE Canada - Sexual Violence Helpline: 1-877-392-7583 UK - Rape Crisis 24/7 Helpline: 0808 500 2222 South Africa - GBV Command Centre: 0800 428 428

    1h 16m

  5. 11/25/2025

    WTF is… A Mortgage?! Ft. The #1 Female Loan Officer in WI, Kristen Ambos

    In this episode of Actual* Experts, Lundie and Caitlin sit down with Kristin Ambos, CPO at Point Mortgage Corporation and the number one female loan officer in Wisconsin, to finally demystify home buying. We get into what a mortgage actually is (beyond “a loan with a fancy name”), how lenders decide what you can afford, and why your debt-to-income ratio and monthly payment matter way more than the interest rate (plus WTF that actually means). We cover: Should you buy or keep renting – and how to actually compare the twoWhat really happens if you sell before your 30-year mortgage is upThe truth about 0–20% down payments (and why 20% isn’t a magic rule)Refinancing, second mortgages & adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) – what’s smart, what’s riskyHow to avoid becoming “house poor” and blowing up the rest of your life for four wallsHow to find a good loan officer (and major red flags to run from) Kristin also shares why single women are outpacing single men in buying homes and the one thing she wishes every woman knew before signing on the dotted line. 🎧 Listen, save, and send to the group chat – especially that friend who’s Zillow-scrolling at 1am. 00:55 - Intro & Actual Stats 13:55 - Meet Our Actual* Expert: Kristin Ambos 15:45 - WTF Is a Mortgage (For Real)? 20:00 - Living 'The Big Short' in real life 29:00 - First-Time Buyer 101: What Kristin Looks At First 31:30 - Debt-to-Income: How to avoid becoming 'House Poor' 40:00 - Buy vs Rent: Which Makes Sense For You? 50:00 - WTF is a "Good" vs "Bad" Housing Market - and should we be waiting for something specific? 01:06:30 - Myth Busting: How much cash do you actually need to put down? 01:16:00 - The Debrief 01:23:00 - Sneak Peak: What’s coming next week (Trigger Warning)

    1h 24m

  6. 11/18/2025

    WTF is... Libido?! ft. Somatic Intimacy Coach, Hannah Johnson

    In this episode of Actual* Experts, Caitlin and Lundie sit down with somatic intimacy coach and founder of The Libido Fairy, Hannah Johnson, to demystify libido, desire, and why so many women feel confused or stressed about their sex drive. Hannah breaks down what libido actually is, why it changes throughout our lives, and why nothing is wrong with you if yours feels low, missing, or inconsistent. From spontaneous vs. responsive desire, to anatomy myths, p*rn misconceptions, pleasure mapping, and navigating mismatched desire in relationships, Hannah brings clarity, science, and zero shame to one of the most intimate parts of being a woman. If you’ve ever wondered “Is my libido normal?” - this episode is for you. 00:45 - Intro & Actual Stats 13:30 - What led Hannah to start ‘The Libido Fairy 17:30 - What libido actually is (and why it’s not ‘sex drive’) 19:15 - How stress, safety & biology shape women’s arousal 26:50 - How to navigate mismatched desire in relationships 36:00 - Anatomy 101: What actually feels good to women and why 40:30 - Pleasure mapping & reconnecting to your body 45:30 - P*rn, smut & realistic expectations 49:00 - Spontaneous vs. responsive desire explained 52:30 - Birth control, antidepressants & libido: what the science says 54:00 - Libido and aging: the myth of the “decline” 01:02:30 - Fetishes, taboos & the psychology behind desire 01:07:00 - Debrief 01:18:00 - Coming next week “WTF is…A Mortgage?!”

    1h 18m

  7. 11/11/2025

    WTF is... Personal Investing?! (Caitlin invests $5k live!) ft. Cameron Rogers, CFA

    In this episode of Actual* Experts, Caitlin and Lundie sit down with Cameron Rogers - CFA and Partner at Angeles Wealth Management -  to break down WTF investing for your future even means. From paying off debt and building an emergency fund, to getting started with your first $5K in the market, Cameron walks us through the actual steps you should be taking to becoming an investor (even if you’ve been avoiding it). Join us to learn WTF the difference between stocks and bonds is, why women often make better investors than men, and how Caitlin invests $5k live! 00:45 - Intro & Actual Stats 17:30 - WTF is a wealth manager, and what do they do? 19:15 - Is the wealth management industry making room for more women? 30:00 - How much do you really need to start investing? 34:25 - WTF are stocks vs. bonds? 47:00 - Caitlin invests live! How to think about investing your first $5k 1:03:00 - Should you freak out when the market drops? 1:11:30 - The one thing Cameron thinks every woman should know about investing 1:14:00 - Debrief Keywords: investing for beginners, personal finance tips, women and investing, financial literacy, budgeting and investing, ETF investing explained, money management for women, building wealth, how to invest $5,000, financial empowerment for women

    1h 24m

  8. 11/04/2025

    WTF is... Therapy?! (EMDR, Ketamine, and everything in between) ft. Licensed Therapist, Kristina Spurlock

    In this episode of Actual* Experts, Caitlin and Lundie sit down with licensed EMDR therapist Kristina Spurlock, MA, LMHC to pull back the curtain on what really happens in therapy. Kristina explains the science behind EMDR - from eye movements to somatic cues - and shares her honest take on ChatGPT as a “therapist” and the rise of buzzwords like triggered and gaslighting. Whether you’ve been in therapy for years or are just curious, this episode is your crash course in what modern mental health care really looks like. 01:00 – Intro & Actual Stats 18:50 – WTF does it take to become a therapist?  25:30 – The science of reprocessing memories & somatic responses 28:30 – WTF is EMDR? How eye movement therapy works, step-by-step 43:30 – Can AI or ChatGPT replace therapy? Kristina’s take 46:00 – Finding affordable therapy: insurance, sliding scales & support groups 48:00 – How to find a good therapist, wherever you are 51:30 – Are we over-therapizing ourselves? The rise of TikTok therapy 55:00 – WTF is Ketamine-assisted therapy? When it helps and how it works 1:04:30 – Debrief Find Kristina at www.healthinsightcounseling.com/ or on Instagram at www.instagram.com/healthinsightcounseling/. Find therapists globally at psychologytoday.com/ and licensed EMDR therapists at www.emdria.org/. Keywords: therapy, EMDR therapy, trauma healing, mental health, mental wellness, ketamine therapy, psilocybin therapy, anxiety, depression, PTSD, somatic therapy, finding a therapist, how to start therapy, talk therapy, women’s mental health, alternative therapy, modern therapy, EMDR explained, Actual Experts podcast

    1h 14m
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The Actual* Experts Podcast is where two millennial BFFs (that’s us - Caitlin and Lundie) sit down with real experts to demystify the big, confusing, and sometimes intimidating topics that shape women’s lives. From mutual funds to egg freezing, prenups to luteal phases, we realized we don't have all the answers, so we're going to ask the questions. Our goal: help women make smarter, more confident decisions with conversations that are accessible, relatable, funny, and actually useful. Because ladies - knowledge is power. LFG!

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  • Creator
    Caitlin and Lundie
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Caitlin and Lundie
  • Show Website
    Actual* Experts