Listen & Learn (or Not)

This was recorded 3/22/24, the day Kate Middleton announced her cancer diagnosis. So many across the world are sending her well wishes. The rest of the royal family are also receiving well-wishes from many, including Camilla. Don't get Laurie started on Camilla! We're pretty sure Laurie plans to invite her to coffee.....or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What did you think of Senator Cringey Britt -- I mean, Senator Katie Britt -- and her response to the State of the Union. Powerful? Or deeply weird? Thank goodness Scarlett Johansson came to our rescue by showcasing everything wrong with Katie's speech. Also, is your street living in perfect harmony? (As in - the old Coca Cola commercial). No matter all the diverse political tastes showing up all across the board, people on Claire's street seem to be okalee-dokalee with each other, no matter what flag or signs or colors are showing up on each of her neighbors' yards. Well. Except maybe Claire might feel a little bit extra careful around one neighbor who she's pretty sure would get all Yosemite Sam on her if she accidentally stepped a half inch onto his yard. We're pretty sure, though, he'd be ok with her dog dropping a deuce on his driveway...or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art1

Maybe you grew up saying Hey You Guys. Maybe the Tv show Electric Company made Hey You Guys cool. But one of the Listen & Learn or Not hosts doesn't think the phrase is so cool - especially in the podcast world. While it seems harmless, have you ever stopped to think about its impact? Laurie discusses the reason it bothers her and possibly others who might feel the phrase -- while the intent is usually to make listeners feel inclusive -- can actually cause some to feel excluded. Don't even get her started on Zoom fatigue! Don't worry, little camper. The first few minutes of this episode Claire & Anna might cause you to want to cut Footloose, and quite possibly put on your Sunday shoes....or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Beyonce making country music was definitely not on our 2024 bingo card, but we're here for it! It doesn't come without controversy, though. No we're not talking about the Dukes of Hazard guy. Nah we're not referring to that Oklahoma radio station. This time one of the Listen & Learn Or Not hosts has a little beef -- but not with the song. Nopety nope. It's with Bey's "Texas Hold 'Em" music video ((bom bom bom)). But then later it was discovered our host was watching the wrong video ((bom bom BOMMMM)). So put on your chaps, step into your boots, and get ready to squat with your spurs on...or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're back for another compelling episode of Listen & Learn (or Not), Lil Boo, and this week it's all entertainment talk! The shows we're watching, the books we're reading. No drama...well, except during a flight Anna took recently. So maybe a little lesson in airline etiquette. You're free to listen, learn and roam about the cabin...or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This one was recorded after the Kansas City Chief's victory parade on Valentine's Day when fans gathered to celebrate the Super Bowl win. But then gunfire broke out. According to NBC News, a couple guys opened fire after arguing about staring at each other. Not even kidding. Sadly, Lisa Lopez-Galvin - a mother of two and a local radio DJ - was killed during the exchange. The Listen and Learn (or Not) hosts put on their serious thinking caps for this one, as well as other incidents that happen close to that event, including a shooting at a mega-church and the trial of the mother of a Michigan school shooter who is the first US parent, according to the BBC, convicted of manslaughter over a mass shooting by their child. Find out what the hosts think of all it. On a lighter note, stick around until the end. Claire, Laurie and Anna try to make barnyard animal noises. They prove they're quite good at it...or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19

It's not so much that California knows how to party, but moreso about how magical SF and LA are to Claire and Anna. Bear w/ them as they do a little California Dreamin'. Listen as Laurie talks about the power of possibly making these dreams come true by manifesting it into reality. Also, did you see the Grammy Awards? What did you think of Tracy Chapman and Luke Combs' performance of Fast Car? And Joni Mitchell's Both Sides Now? How about Jay-Z's acceptance speech? Bet one of those Grammy moments made you cry....or not! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Elmo might be an imaginary character, but it wasn't your imagination that he suddenly became the Internet's therapist. Infra Red Light Therapy? Nope. Furry Red 3-year old Monster? Yes, please! Speaking of 3-year-olds, let's hope the fact that the rise in teens committing crimes doesn't rub off on even younger kids. Why in Elmo's World is this happening? Anna, Claire and Laurie try to make sense of it all in this latest episode of Listen & Learn.... or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

And we feel fine...or not. We explore the mixed feelings surrounding the departure of Pete Carroll, the Seahawk's longtime head coach. Was it time for him to fly? Could we have kept him a little longer? Maybe it's time to hang his chewing gum from the rafters...or Not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Well, we mean, ch-ch-ch-change. Singular. As in, Laurie needed change for a 10, but no one was willing to help her -- no grocery stores, no banks. What is going on here? Speaking of change, no one really carries it around anymore. Is that why donations went down for some big name charities and churches? You may not have change, but you have access to QR Codes. So donate! And Merry Kwanzaa, Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas. And Happy Festivus for the Restavus! Because that's a real holiday....or not!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Now that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are really a thing - are you watching football games through Taylor-tinted glasses? Because at any given Sunday, Anna D's finding herself wondering what Taylor Swift is thinking anytime the Kansas City Chiefs aren't winning. Also, why is Laurie in her Christmas jammies at the office -- when it's not wear-your-jammies day yet? Find out! And Claire has Frosty The Snowman on her mind. Don't try this at home. It might give you a brain freeze...or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Maybe one of the hosts of Listen & Learn or Not can't get the title of Everything Everywhere All At Once straight. Most of you probably can, and have seen it. It did win a lot of Oscars after all. Maybe you can help Claire out and let her know what movies she should see because - surprise - she hasn't seen EVERYTHING. Like Barbie. In fact, neither she nor Anna have seen Barbie yet. Laurie Hardie has though. Just like this episode description, this actual episode goes a few directions. And that's ok because that's just the kind of mood they were in when they recorded it. If there's one thing they would like you to get out of this, it's this. Claire's lovely wife Sharon has been cranking out videos for her school called "New Page Academy" at newpageacademy.com, and it is kicking butt! You can catch it on YouTube, and sometimes she goes live. She also has a Facebook group called "Learn To See, Learn To Draw" where people can post things and she can give advice. One more little nugget. Have you heard Cher's n

Let's remember Matthew Perry not just as Chandler Bing, but as someone who helped people by starting a rehab center for men. Claire and Anna D grew pumpkins this year. We also have an admiration for owls. Speaking of owls, Claire didn't realize the Hooters logo was an owl. Speaking of Hooters, Laurie knew someone who didn't know any better and took a group of Boys & Girls Club kids on a field trip to Hooters. Which their moms were totally okay with it....or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

First came the infamous slap by Will Smith. Then came the hit back by Chris Rock via a Netflix special. And now? We get a tell-all memoire by Jada Pinkett on bookstore shelves worldwide. Claire, Laurie and Anna have yet to read the book, but they already have thoughts because readers all over are revealing what she's revealing. We only hope Chris Rock is taking a lot of notes because now we want to hear what he has to say about the entanglements this time around. Enjoy listening to this episode of Listen and Learn or Not! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sadfishing - you might know someone who's done it. You might know someone who does it often. Sadfishing is posting emotional or dramatic personal content to gain sympathy or attention from the online community. We're not saying it's either good or bad. In fact, when we recorded this, we had know idea there was a term for it. But Anna and Laurie could see from someone they know -- someone who seemingly sadfished -- definitely got attention. Oh, and he got Claire's sympathy....or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do we have a new power couple? And what do we call them? Traylor? Tayvis? Swelce? Twelce? No one knows yet, but what we DO know is Tay Tay is cheer captain and she's sitting in a luxury suite (not on the bleachers) w/ Travis Kelce's mother. It's a love story...yeahhhh....and we are watching closely!!! Meanwhile, did we have Christmas in September? Laurie talks about Warm 106.9 already preparing for Christmas when we recorded this episode on September 28th. Are you ready? Or not? Also, Anna talks about some crazy dreams she's been having, and Claire was in it. Laurie was in it. Jimmy Buffet was in it! What does it all mean? Thank goodness we have our certified, licensed dream interpreter w/ us -- Claire. [[Disclaimer: Claire is not a certified, licensed dream interpreter]] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recorded earlier this month - before Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis stepped down from their leadership roles in an anti-human trafficking organization - the Listen & Learn or Not hosts had some feelings about their character letters seeking leniency in sentencing Danny Masterson. Also - are you sitting down? Laurie Hardie went on a date!!! She's back in the saddle again.....or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(Recorded 8/31/23) Anna discovers her out-of-town brother looks like one of her coworkers who happens to be a local celebrity. The conversation takes a delightful turn when Laurie and Claire talk about the celebrities they've been told they resemble. Claire talks about a stunning family secret. Laurie's brand new podcast "Interrupted: Act 2. Reinventing Your Legacy" is out (and being downloaded by many listeners!) By the way, listen to it anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts, and you can listen on AM 880 KIXI...or on www.kixi.com! Also, it's Anna D's birthday! She's 23....or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(Recorded 8/25/23) Laurie, Anna and Claire explore the infamous Seattle Freeze phenomenon. They've each felt the Seattle Freeze in one shape or form, and one of them has a theory. Hurricane Hilary turned into a tropical storm that made landfall in southern California. and Claire was there visiting Aunt Bernice when it happened! Having been through similar hurricanes and storms on the east coast, Claire had the challenge of convincing family on the west coast (where hurricanes just don't really occur) to take this storm a little more seriously. After having to navigate around some family emergencies that required hospital stays, Anna discovered being a hospital visitor at a patient's bedside seems to be a very good part of the healing process -- but she had also noticed not every patient has a visitor at their bedside. Now the hosts' wheels are turning, and they think maybe there should be a network that provides volunteer hospital visitors. (But let us know if one already exists, yo). Laurie Hardie is many th

Recorded 8/10/23. Claire, Laurie, and Anna D discuss having conversations w/ people who have no mutual interest, and celebrate people in their lives who are actually curious and allow exhanges to happen. Also, Lizzo & the lawsuit. Are people treated innocent until proven guilty today? Welcome to Listen & Learn (Taylor's Version)......or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.