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Better Already

Better Already Podcast

A true-life comedy podcast where two friends living far apart talk about the challenges of a global pandemic. Hosted by Kelly- a theatre artist who quarantines with her daughter in the smallish town of Stratford, Canada, and Shannon- big city of Toronto educator, entrepreneur and mother of two sheltering with her Rock 'n Roll hubbie right in the thick of it. We talk about hard things. Our niche is YOU- beautiful people looking to unload in a safe space.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Better Already episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Better Already for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Better Already episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Better Already - This Is Not Sustainable
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01/25/21 • 39 min

Which lockdown are we in now? Shannon talks about the shift to virtual learning as a new teacher. Kelly reminds us that managing a child’s homework and screens is a full time job. HOW are we being expected to do so much? Why isn’t anyone doing their French homework? We are having stress dreams, or are they just called regular dreams now? The idea of sobriety rears its ugly head again. Kelly has some intel on the risque new social media - Shannon says “Do Tell.”

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Better Already - Friday Night Magic

Friday Night Magic

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02/12/22 • 25 min

Kelly and Shannon are just SO delighted to be sharing the monthly update with you. We admittedly have NO clue what is happening in the world, but who does? I mean, if you do, can you be a guest? We still love therapy, Shannon read a GREAT book, Kelly has a new podcast reco for you. ps, someone has a NEW JOB!! Honestly, we just love talking to each other, and you! stay safe, xo.

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Better Already - "Over For Whom?"

"Over For Whom?"

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01/15/22 • 29 min

Kelly and Shannon are back with a quick update on the dumpster fire that is Ontario. Updates all around including virtual learning, work, and Kelly's mom. Hard to believe that in our third calendar year of this pandemic we are still confused and plagued by impossible decisions. But little things like recycling and Christmas trees are still top of mind.

So much gratitude to those who have continued to ask us about where we are.

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Better Already - … and with that! Season One finale!!
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08/07/21 • 28 min

Huge gratitude to the Season One listeners, thank you for joining us on this ride. Kelly and Shannon are going to spend the rest of summer 2021 reflecting and planning for Season Two! In this episode our hosts have two very different experiences driving the wild streets of Toronto.

There are some quick sweets and sours (of course!) and a small (large) reminder of our thoughts on vaccination #getit

We love you, we thank you. Stay safe!

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Better Already - “You start dying slowly if…”
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07/31/21 • 40 min

A rousing morning discussion on collagen, nails and gut health from two non-experts. Always so much to learn!

Shannon’s family takes a trip to Niagara Falls where they all learn they do NOT like haunted houses. We (like you) have a good laugh at the expense of good ole Mr. Amazon.

Kelly did a camp drop off complete with a friendly Covid “SWAT” team. Life is slowly returning to normal. A poem from Pablo Neruda to round out the feelings of re-entry to society. It’s normal to bounce between the highs and lows.

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Better Already - The more things change...
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07/24/21 • 37 min

Exciting things are happening: the kids are at camp and Kelly went to a play! #happyplace

Shannon’s sour involves money - surprise !!

Moral of the story, check your bank accounts once in awhile *eyeroll*.

Why do we want to cancel our therapy and self care when we are already at our lowest point?? And, a listener shares a sweet!! Hooray

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Better Already - The stress that holds us together.
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07/17/21 • 38 min

Kelly is struggling with her mom's health. She shares how she is navigating the rocky road of health care for our aging parents. Just remember you are never alone people, you do not have to do anything alone that you do not need to when you have friends.

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Better Already - BACKFLASH! #5 “We had a baby … each!”
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07/10/21 • 35 min

Shannon has a new microphone, let’s call it new mic #1! Kelly and Shannon revisit how they met. There was even a blog involved, everyone remembers reading “Secret Mother”, right?

Have you ever wondered about our theme song? Wonder no more - all is revealed.

There is a discussion about the powers of social media and when to unfollow.

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Better Already - BACKFLASH #4 !!! ROADBLOCKS
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07/03/21 • 40 min

NOTE: we discuss the existence of Santa/ Easter Bunny and Tooth Fairy in this episode #earmuffs.
NOTE TWO: the audio quality is not the same as current episodes but it’s also not unbearable 😛
Kelly & Shannon discuss feeling safe vs feeling trapped. But at least it’s Monpoly time at McDonald’s! We are not ready for Halloween mentally or financially, are you? LOTS of Halloween talk! The guilt is killing us. Spoiler alert: Kelly does not like Pinterest. Ambition is nowhere to be found.

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Better Already - We’ve never questioned it this much.
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06/19/21 • 37 min

Kelly enjoyed the Province’s reopening, Shannon not so much. Emotions are running high, which as usual, are not being eased by the big C-19. Or the government. Spoiler alert: Kelly’s sweet is a purple skidoo suit #truestory.

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FAQ

How many episodes does Better Already have?

Better Already currently has 35 episodes available.

What topics does Better Already cover?

The podcast is about Society & Culture, Parenting, Humour, Personal Journals, Friendship, Comedy, Podcasts and Pandemic.

What is the most popular episode on Better Already?

The episode title '"Over For Whom?"' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Better Already?

The average episode length on Better Already is 39 minutes.

How often are episodes of Better Already released?

Episodes of Better Already are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Better Already?

The first episode of Better Already was released on Jan 2, 2021.

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