i have been listening to self helpless for years, and it truly feels like delanie and kelsey are those girlfriends that are always there for you. they share the perfect balance of practical tips and life advice mixed in with their natural comedic relief, and no matter the episode title i’m always excited to listen. i was lucky enough to talk about business in a call with delanie, as well as buy tickets to one of kelsey’s upcoming shows. thank you both for being so open with your listeners and never toning it down. keep being you!

I find myself hearing them say “omg buy this” about something one week, then a few weeks later saying “that thing is expensive and not worth the money” difficult to trust what they have to say.

I used to enjoy listening to this podcast, but looking at some of the topics in hindsight has been disappointing. The health concepts are pseudoscience or whatever is most palatable to the audience. That’s fine, but it feeds into the “helpless” narrative instead of promoting discussion and growth. Also, might even lead to poor life choices. Things really went down hill after the Jillian Michaels backlash. I’ve explored a few decent books thanks to the podcast, but I can’t recommend it to anyone without a cringe. I doubt I’ll listen to it again. It was fun while it lasted! Stick to the early episodes for some good banter and fun. Decent podcast for entertainment but wouldn’t rely on it for much else.

The early episodes were awesome, funny, and relatable. Now not so much. If they don’t have a guest it feels like they just keep making lists that are very similar to the previous lists. The advice also comes from a very privileged point of view that may not be very helpful to most people. For example I remember them saying to pay for your car in full or with cash…uh what? I miss the humor Taylor brought now it’s just one privileged white Chick talking about jobs and one privileged white Chuck talking about her boyfriend. And they both love to make lists. Listen to the first couple years then pass.

What an incredible podcast! I recently had the chance to meet Kelsey Cook in Boston and she truly is so down to earth. I initially found the Self Helpless podcast when I was looking to find out more information on OCD (came from the Middle of Somewhere podcast) and the rest is history. Still hoping for Delanie to get back into standup too!!

I started listening in the beginning of the pandemic when I was laid off from my job and felt like the world was ending. Over the years, the girls and their guests have implemented comedy with mental health and well-being and has always been a highlight of my week. As I enter another rough period of life from being blind sided by my partner of 4 and 1/2 years leaving, I listened to the episode with Leo Babauta and remembered how much this podcast helped me get through the last few years. Thank you for the wonderful content you put out! It truly makes a difference.

I’ve been listening to self-helpless on and off for years, and recently came back to the show. I’ve been loving the episodes lately. Thanks for the quarter life crises episode, such a needed reminder to take a deep breath and try to be present and enjoy the life I’ve built for myself!

I’ve been listening to the podcast for a while now, and Kelsey and Delaney have been such great role models for me. This podcast has helped me navigate so much of the anxiety, doubts, and discomfort I have had post-college and this first year of medical school. It’s so nice to have what feels like two hilarious big sisters who can share their wisdom and aren’t afraid to be vulnerable. Love every episode! Thank you!

I’ve been listening to this podcast for over 2 years and these girls are amazing, they have honest conversations about real topics. It make my work on Monday mornings better listening to Kelsey, Delanie, and Taylor (if it is an older episode)! But you may want to have some headphones, because real topics are sometimes NSFW

Thank you for the recent vegan episode, Delaney! Totally relatable in terms of not wanting to ruffle any feathers in day to day life, so I know it takes a lot to put yourself out there on a subject that’s touchy for a lot of people (although it shouldn’t be!). Side note - I ain’t mad at Kelsey’s vegan bit on her comedy special because at least she tried it before knocking it LOL I don’t catch every episode but love checking in with you ladies every once in awhile and you’re usually on point with topics that are on my mind such as overthinking! And then I end up binging 3-4 at a time.