The Good Stuff

The Good Word, Co.
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The Good Stuff podcast is brought to you by The Good Word, Co. Host Caitlin Pigott leads conversations about the big and little things in life that we can all relate to. Listeners find themselves in her and her guests' stories and life experiences. New episodes are released every other Wednesday!

  1. JAN 28

    Let’s Talk About … Two Things Being True: Finding Balance with all of Life’s Nuances

    Happy and sad. Good and bad. Excited and anxious. So often in life, we are balancing multiple emotions over the same event, conversation, or experience. It’s a learning curve to let all these feelings exist in the same moment. This episode looks at this complicated aspect of being human. Caitlin talks about times she has felt this – including a funny recent late work night. She also talks about way more sports than she has any business doing and introduces a new segment called “Some Good Stuff!” She talks about Fernando Mendoza, breeding horses, her grandma’s wardrobe, and franchise quarterbacks all within the same 45 minutes. And somehow, it all flows. Oh – and you all get the first visual of her dog too. It’s a worthwhile watch or listen. p.s.The Good Stuff is now on YouTube! Subscribe here   Episode Timestamps: 00:00 – Cold open: football banter & setting the scene 00:16 – Welcome to The Good Stuff podcast 00:28 – Episode theme: when two things are true at the same time 01:24 – Introducing a new segment: Some Good Stuff 02:44 – Some Good Stuff #1: Fernando Mendoza & authentic leadership 07:09 – Why authenticity is what actually draws people in 07:15 – NFL future talk & shutting down negative narratives 09:42 – Some Good Stuff #2: foster care parent TikTok 10:35 – The beauty and heartbreak of foster care stories 13:02 – Why seeing “good” in the world matters 13:38 – Main topic begins: holding conflicting emotions 14:26 – Foster care as an example of two truths at once 16:15 – Grief and peace after losing a loved one 18:39 – “Yes, and” vs “but” — why language matters 20:43 – Different people, same situation, different experiences 22:28 – Dolly Parton, rainbows, and emotional tradeoffs 23:58 – NFL example: injury, opportunity, and mixed emotions 26:22 – Empathy, pressure, and living someone else’s dream 30:53 – Loving multiple teams and conflicting stories 34:47 – A personal work story: seriousness & absurdity coexist 37:48 – Why loving your job doesn’t mean it isn’t heavy 40:35 – Relationships, reactions, and emotional responsibility 43:11 – Grace for others’ experiences you can’t see 44:31 – Managing complexity in healthy relationships 45:27 – Reflection, accountability, and circling back  Subscribe to The Good Stuff on YouTube here Follow The Good Stuff Podcast on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.good.stuff.podcast Follow The Good Stuff Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.good.stuff.podcast/?hl=en Visit The Good Word, Co.: The Good Word, Co.

    48 min

  2. JAN 14

    Let’s Talk About … Ben: The Lessons That Come With Missing Him

    Hi. This is my most vulnerable episode yet. I cry multiple times. If you have been a consistent listener, you probably know who Ben is. If you are new here, Ben was a bonus big brother of mine who passed away at the beginning of 2025. There have been little snippets of him on the podcast over the past year. Now feltlike a good time to dedicate an episode to the things he taught me, stories of how he lived, and the complexities of grieving someone young. If you knew Ben personally, please only watch or listen to this if you think it will help you. I do not want this to make anyone any sadder than you might already feel. Thereis not much more to say. I hope you take something from this episode. p.s. The Good Stuff is now on YouTube! Subscribe here   Episode Timestamps: 00:00 – Jumping in the pool & doing what Ben said 00:26 – Welcome to The Good Stuff 00:38 – A different and deeply personal episode 01:12 – Why today’s episode is about Ben 02:46 – Growing up with Ben as family 03:15 – Losing Ben & letting life guide the timing 04:14 – Honoring anniversaries and grief 05:24 – Choosing privacy and intentional sharing 06:44 – Who Ben was and why he mattered 07:02 – Ben’s cancer journey & living vibrantly 08:23 – Celebrations of life and shared impact 09:43 – Grief when someone passes too young 12:22 – Ben as the oldest and paving the way 15:08 – Shifting to lessons from Ben’s life 17:04 – A sticky note, crazy faith, and hope 21:50 – Story 1: My third birthday & the Barbie Jeep 25:40 – What that story says about Ben 26:17 – Story 2: Paddle tennis, losing, and jumping in the pool 29:04 – Story 3: Ben’s meticulous notes to help others 30:49 – Story 4: A moment at the river in Montana 34:29 – Seeing Ben live on through others 37:26 – Two celebrations, one consistent character 39:37 – Quiet kindness and unseen impact 40:29 – What Ben taught me 42:15 – Lessons: strength, integrity, and meaning 43:49 – Honoring people by carrying them with you 44:36 – Final reflections and gratitude Subscribe to The Good Stuff on YouTube here Follow The Good Stuff Podcast on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.good.stuff.podcast Follow The Good Stuff Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.good.stuff.podcast/?hl=en Visit The Good Word, Co.: The Good Word, Co.

    45 min

  3. 12/31/2025

    Let’s Talk About … 2025: 25 Things I Learned This Year

    “I can’t say that New Year’s Eve/New Year’s Day are my favorite holidays. I actually think they are super overrated. But, it is an inspiring time as it feels like the world and people around you are motivated to start fresh and do better. And while I am not a big New Year’s Resolution person (because I just like to course correct as issues present themselves), I do like to reflect onthe previous year to see what I can take from it. This year I put together 25 things I learned in 2025. Unlike my birthday episode, these are all really things that presented themselves to me in the last year. Some lessons were tough, some were surprising, and some were affirming. But, I feel like they allare making me a better version of myself as I head into 2026. I hope you feel seen in some of what I chat about. And most of all, I hope you enjoy it!” – xo,Caitlin p.s. The Good Stuff is now on YouTube! Subscribe here   Episode Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro00:40 – Welcome to The Good Stuff + NewYear’s Eve episode setup01:15 – Why this episode: reflecting on 25 lessons from202503:05 – #1 It’s okay to change your mind04:45 – #2 Your friendships really matter07:10 – #3 You can’t have a village without being avillager14:20 – #4 Do the right thing just because it’s right16:00 – #5 Be good with yourself first18:10 – #6 Nobody is going to do it for you20:00 – #7 Believe in what you’re good at21:45 – #8 We create most of our own ceilings25:30 – #9 If someone is meant to be in your life,they’ll be there26:40 – #10 Don’t wait until it’s too late to saysomething30:15 – #11 Take (and accept) help31:40 – #12 “That person doesn’t need to hear thatthought”35:00 – #13 Let your loyalty be loud37:30 – #14 A friend to all is a friend to none41:00 – #15 You can’t get better without trying42:45 – #16 Imitation is flattering… until it’s annoying44:10 – #17 Cutting my hair changed how I see myself46:15 – #18 Don’t make a relationship your entireidentity49:10 – #19 There’s a difference between being nice andbeing kind51:00 – #20 Honesty should be gentle 53:10 – #21 We’re all just big kids55:00 – #22 See the other person’s perspective (withhumility)57:00 – #23 Treat people how you want to be treated58:20 – #24 You can’t beg someone into caring59:40 – #25 Feelings aren’t facts01:02:30 – Final reflections + New Year’s Eve thoughts01:04:20 – 2026 intention: Weekly Good Stuff episodes01:05:00 – Outro & where to follow the podcast  Subscribe to The Good Stuff on YouTube here Follow The Good Stuff Podcast on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.good.stuff.podcast Follow The Good Stuff Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.good.stuff.podcast/?hl=en Visit The Good Word, Co.: The Good Word, Co.

    1h 6m

  4. 12/17/2025

    Let’s Talk About … Joy: TikTok Helped Me Achieve a Christmas Miracle 20 Years in the Making

    We can find joy in the biggest moments and smallest things in life. It is also a word used commonly around the holidays. There is such a focus on seeking joy through the activities we do, traditions we have, and people we spend our time with. Joy is celebratory. Much like hope, it is also active. In this episode, Caitlin goes through many renditions of the word joy – assessing all the places you can find it in your life. She talks about some recent motivation and encouragement she found in her work life. Caitlin also gives her listeners permission to understand that their joy might look different than other peoplein their lives. And, that is OK. People don’t have to always understand what makes you happy, but they do have to respect it. She ends the episode with a story that she classifies as a Christmas miracle. Things get a little weird in a good way. Hope you enjoy this episode. Send it to at least one friend to share with their families this holiday season! p.s. The Good Stuff is now on YouTube! Subscribe here   Episode Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction of The Good Stuff05:28 – Introducing the word of the episode: Joy06:18 – What joy really means when you strip it down07:54 – Why joy feels amplified during the holidays08:55 – Being “allowed” to be happy during Christmas10:12 – Gratitude, loss, and rediscovering joy after hard seasons12:05 – Christmas lights, routines, and everyday magic13:48 – Finding joy while working late and chasing the life you asked for18:33 – Seeing joy through Erin Andrews and loving your dream job22:42 – Being paid for your opinion and owning your confidence27:25 – Letting yourself feel proud and how joy builds momentum29:15 – The Christmas soldier story and joy tied to nostalgia Subscribe to The Good Stuff on YouTube here Follow The Good Stuff Podcast on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.good.stuff.podcast Follow The Good Stuff Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.good.stuff.podcast/?hl=en Visit The Good Word, Co.: The Good Word, Co.

    37 min

  5. 12/03/2025

    Let’s Talk About … Gratitude with Erica: Finding Light In Every Season

    As we enter the holiday season, so many words and phrasesare thrown around. In this episode, Caitlin and her guest Erica dive into one of those words – gratitude. Caitlin describes Erica as “human sunshine” so she was the perfect person to talk through this word with. Caitlin talks about why she chose Erica for this word, and tells a funny story about how Erica helpedher “practice” podcasting more than a year ago. Erica’s gratitude and positivity have been tested more than once through a variety of things. She opens up about those specific events including a tough breakup and a sensitive holiday season with her family. She shares practical things she does to feel grateful everyday. Listeners are also in for a pleasant surprise guest about halfway through. It will feel like you are in the room with this set of dorm room neighbors, turned roommates, turned lifelong friends. Enjoy this special episode! p.s. The Good Stuff is now on YouTube! Subscribe here   Episode Timestamps: 0:00 – Introductions 2:15 – Introducing Erica: “Human Sunshine”4:10 – Why Gratitude Was the Perfect Word for This Episode 6:05 – The First Ever Practice Interview (Throwback Story) 8:40 – How the Podcast Format Evolved Over Time10:20 – Slowing Down Enough to Notice What You Have12:45 – Why Gratitude Feels Especially Needed This Season14:30 – Erica’s Definition of Gratitude16:55 – The “Three Gratitude Things” Nightly Habit 19:40 – Shifting Your Perspective on Tough Days22:15 – Caitlin on Why Erica’s Presence Feels Grounding24:50 – Practicing Gratitude in Real-Time Moments27:30 – What We’re Grateful for Right Now30:55 – Holiday Traditions, Family, and Simple Joys33:40 – How Gratitude Shapes Your Daily Mindset36:05 – Life Experiences That Make Gratitude Deeper38:50 – Choosing How You React to Hard Situations41:10 – Why Gratitude Is a Practice, Not a Trait44:25 – Small Moments That Make the Day Feel Meaningful47:10 – Final Reflections and Today’s Takeaway Follow The Good Stuff Podcast on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.good.stuff.podcastFollow The Good Stuff Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.good.stuff.podcast/?hl=enVisit The Good Word, Co.: The Good Word, Co.

    48 min

  6. 11/19/2025

    Let’s Talk About … Hope: The Privilege and Responsibility to Want and Work For More

    Aren’t we lucky to live in a world where we can hope for more, for better, for anything really? This question crossed Caitlin’s mind the week before recording this episode, and what betterplace than The Good Stuff to dive into it. Hope might first sound like a feeling you only rely on when you are out of options and feeling desperate. While that is sometimes the case, during this conversation, Caitlin talks about how active hope can be. She also gives you permission to hope when things are alreadygood. She recounts a few standout memories where she felt either the presence or lack of hope and what those mean to her. It’s a trip down memory lane in some ways and a guide for the future in others. Hope you enjoy! p.s. The Good Stuff is now on YouTube! Subscribe here Follow The Good Stuff Podcast on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.good.stuff.podcast Follow The Good Stuff Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.good.stuff.podcast/?hl=en Visit The Good Word, Co.: The Good Word, Co.

    44 min

  7. 11/05/2025

    Let’s Talk About … Guilt: Owning Your Mistakes and How to Make Those Moments Lessons Not Patterns

    This episode is going to get you thinking. Caitlin talks about the word guilt, which also bleeds into the feelings of shame, remorse, and regret. She talks about two recent situationsthat inspired this topic. And although she doesn’t give specifics about the details of the event, she is very, very, very vulnerable about the feelings associated with them. Remember when she said she was going to start therapy? Yeah … that hasn’t happened yet, so this is definitely one of those episodesyou all probably feel like you could charge her for. She talks about how forgiveness relates to guilt, why she thinks that someone giving you their forgiveness doesn’t mean you are rid of guilt, and the importance of knowing the difference betweenmoments you are proud of and ones you don’t want to repeat. She also goes into a hypothetical situation involving your grandma and Mango Deck. It’s best not to ask and instead just listen. Enjoy! Episode Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 02:05 – Why Talk About Guilt 04:20 – The Power of Words and Emotion 06:10 – Guilt vs. Shame 08:00 – Owning a Recent Mistake 10:45 – What Forgiveness Really Means 13:20 – Learning from Discomfort 16:15 – When Guilt Comes from Inaction 19:30 – We’re Responsible for How We Treat People 22:45 – Closing Thoughts: Growth Through Accountability Follow The Good Stuff Podcast on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.good.stuff.podcast Follow The Good Stuff Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.good.stuff.podcast/?hl=enVisit The Good Word, Co.: The Good Word, Co.

    36 min

  8. 10/22/2025

    Let’s Talk About … Growth: Just Because the Path is Lonely, Doesn’t Mean It’s the Wrong One

    Your host Caitlin is taking a bit of a risk with this episode. Usually, she comes to you with what feels like an “answer” or a big takeaway. But, this time she is letting you in to the in-between phase. She is in a stage of growth and change in multiple areas of her life at the moment. So, she turned on the microphone to process her feelings with you all. Plenty of people talk about what it was like at point A or B, but not a lot of people detail how it feels on the journey between the two. That is growth. Growth can be painful and uncomfortable. In fact, sometimes it has to be. You are doing something new (or in a new way) for the first time. This episode talks about all these things and more. If you feel like you are in limbo with anything in life, this will help you feel like you’ve got a friend on the path with you. Enjoy! 00:00 – Welcome to The Good Stuff 01:41 – Today’s Word: Growth 02:34 – Growth Is Uncomfortable 03:05 – The Space Between Point A and Point B 05:44 – Caitlin's Story About Growth 07:25 – The Horse Analogy: Getting from Point A to Point B 09:27 – Growing Pains: Literally 15:59 – Leaving Behind What’s Comfortable 19:12 – Growth in Business and Life 27:41 – The Beauty and Pain of Growth Follow The Good Stuff Podcast on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.good.stuff.podcast Follow The Good Stuff Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.good.stuff.podcast/?hl=en Visit The Good Word, Co.: The Good Word,Co.

    31 min
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The Good Stuff podcast is brought to you by The Good Word, Co. Host Caitlin Pigott leads conversations about the big and little things in life that we can all relate to. Listeners find themselves in her and her guests' stories and life experiences. New episodes are released every other Wednesday!

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  • Creator
    The Good Word, Co.
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    39
  • Rating
    Explicit
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