
Shrink Rap
Becky Kuch, Franne Sippel
A podcast that gives proper respect to various mental health issues, with a healthy dose of smart assery.
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01/22/24 • 50 min
🎧 In this Episode: Childfree Wealth: Finding Financial Freedom and Being Childless by Choice with Bri Conn, Wealth Specialist → Join the Shrinks and our special guest, Bri Conn, for an eye-opening conversation on navigating the financial landscape of a childfree life. As a DINK (Dual-Income, No Kids), ChildFree Wealth Specialist, and Investment Advisor Representative, Bri shares insights into seven key financial considerations and explores a unique philosophy of living. Whether you’re childfree or simply curious about the financial dimensions of this lifestyle, this episode offers valuable perspectives and considerations.
💻 Resources From the Episode:
Money Rules For Childfree People: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/12/05/money-rules-for-childfree-people-according-to-a-cfp.html
We Are Childfree: https://wearechildfree.com
For Those Who May Be Childfree, Not By Choice: https://childlesscollective.com
Childfree Wealth: http://www.childfreewealth.com/
✨ Shrink Rap the Podcast is a mental health podcast where your hosts, Franne & Becky, give proper respect to various mental health issues, with a healthy dose of smart-assery.
In each episode, we dive into diverse topics, from navigating relationships to the intricacies of mental well-being. Our mission is to dismantle stigma, foster understanding, and provide you with valuable insights to enhance your mental health journey.
Join us as we bring you engaging conversations with experts, share personal and professional experiences, and offer practical tips to navigate life’s challenges. We believe in the power of conversation to inspire, educate, and empower.
📲 How to Connect with The Shrinks:
- Subscribe/follow to never miss an episode!
- Leave a review to share your thoughts and answer the Spotify Q&A.
- Connect with us on social media:
- IG: @shrink_rap_thepodcast
- FB: https://www.facebook.com/ShrinkRapPodcast
- Visit our website for additional resources, episodes, and gear! https://www.shrinkrapthepodcast.com
🫱🏼🫲🏻 Thank you for being part of the Shrink Rap community. Let’s continue the conversation and create a world where mental health is understood, embraced, and celebrated.

12/26/23 • 35 min
Join Franne and Becky for a deep dive into the psychology of New Year's resolutions. Uncover the motivations behind setting resolutions, common pitfalls, and expert tips for success. This episode is your guide to making meaningful changes and embracing the power of a fresh start.
✨ Shrink Rap the Podcast is a mental health podcast where your hosts, Franne & Becky, give proper respect to various mental health issues, with a healthy dose of smart-assery.
In each episode, we dive into diverse topics, from navigating relationships to the intricacies of mental well-being. Our mission is to dismantle stigma, foster understanding, and provide you with valuable insights to enhance your mental health journey.
Join us as we bring you engaging conversations with experts, share personal and professional experiences, and offer practical tips to navigate life’s challenges. We believe in the power of conversation to inspire, educate, and empower.
📲 How to Connect with The Shrinks:
- Subscribe/follow to never miss an episode!
- Leave a review to share your thoughts and answer the Spotify Q&A.
- Connect with us on social media:
- IG: @shrink_rap_thepodcast
- FB: https://www.facebook.com/ShrinkRapPodcast
- Visit our website for additional resources, episodes, and gear! https://www.shrinkrapthepodcast.com
🫱🏼🫲🏻 Thank you for being part of the Shrink Rap community. Let’s continue the conversation and create a world where mental health is understood, embraced, and celebrated.

04/01/24 • 37 min
The Shrinks talk all things sports and how they can be linked to depression and anxiety. Tips for coaches and parents are given to help mitigate the pressure kids are facing.
✨ Shrink Rap the Podcast is a mental health podcast where your hosts, Franne & Becky, give proper respect to various mental health issues, with a healthy dose of smart-assery.
In each episode, we dive into diverse topics, from navigating relationships to the intricacies of mental well-being. Our mission is to dismantle stigma, foster understanding, and provide you with valuable insights to enhance your mental health journey.
Join us as we bring you engaging conversations with experts, share personal and professional experiences, and offer practical tips to navigate life’s challenges. We believe in the power of conversation to inspire, educate, and empower.
📲 How to Connect with The Shrinks:
- Subscribe/follow to never miss an episode!
- Leave a review to share your thoughts and answer the Spotify Q&A.
- Connect with us on social media:
- IG: @shrink_rap_thepodcast
- FB: https://www.facebook.com/ShrinkRapPodcast
- Visit our website for additional resources, episodes, and gear! https://www.shrinkrapthepodcast.com
🫱🏼🫲🏻 Thank you for being part of the Shrink Rap community. Let’s continue the conversation and create a world where mental health is understood, embraced, and celebrated.

OCD: Types, Traits, and Treatment Tips
Shrink Rap
12/11/23 • 30 min
In this week’s episode, the Shrinks discuss Obsessive Compulsive Disorder or OCD. This includes three main types and many interesting variations along with recommended treatment.
✨ Shrink Rap the Podcast is a mental health podcast where your hosts, Franne & Becky, give proper respect to various mental health issues, with a healthy dose of smart-assery.
In each episode, we dive into diverse topics, from navigating relationships to the intricacies of mental well-being. Our mission is to dismantle stigma, foster understanding, and provide you with valuable insights to enhance your mental health journey.
Join us as we bring you engaging conversations with experts, share personal and professional experiences, and offer practical tips to navigate life’s challenges. We believe in the power of conversation to inspire, educate, and empower.
📲 How to Connect with The Shrinks:
- Subscribe/follow to never miss an episode!
- Leave a review to share your thoughts and answer the Spotify Q&A.
- Connect with us on social media:
- IG: @shrink_rap_thepodcast
- FB: https://www.facebook.com/ShrinkRapPodcast
- Visit our website for additional resources, episodes, and gear! https://www.shrinkrapthepodcast.com
🫱🏼🫲🏻 Thank you for being part of the Shrink Rap community. Let’s continue the conversation and create a world where mental health is understood, embraced, and celebrated.

03/06/23 • 29 min
This week Franne and Becky welcome back Darius to continue his story of surviving and thriving an abusive childhood. An ACES score of 10 does not have to determine your destiny.
✨ Shrink Rap the Podcast is a mental health podcast where your hosts, Franne & Becky, give proper respect to various mental health issues, with a healthy dose of smart-assery.
In each episode, we dive into diverse topics, from navigating relationships to the intricacies of mental well-being. Our mission is to dismantle stigma, foster understanding, and provide you with valuable insights to enhance your mental health journey.
Join us as we bring you engaging conversations with experts, share personal and professional experiences, and offer practical tips to navigate life’s challenges. We believe in the power of conversation to inspire, educate, and empower.
📲 How to Connect with The Shrinks:
- Subscribe/follow to never miss an episode!
- Leave a review to share your thoughts and answer the Spotify Q&A.
- Connect with us on social media:
- IG: @shrink_rap_thepodcast
- FB: https://www.facebook.com/ShrinkRapPodcast
- Visit our website for additional resources, episodes, and gear! https://www.shrinkrapthepodcast.com
🫱🏼🫲🏻 Thank you for being part of the Shrink Rap community. Let’s continue the conversation and create a world where mental health is understood, embraced, and celebrated.

02/27/23 • 65 min
This week the Shrinks chat with Larissa Kempf, owner of Medicine Rock in Aberdeen, South Dakota. Larissa schools us in healing via traditional Chinese medicine like acupuncture.
✨ Shrink Rap the Podcast is a mental health podcast where your hosts, Franne & Becky, give proper respect to various mental health issues, with a healthy dose of smart-assery.
In each episode, we dive into diverse topics, from navigating relationships to the intricacies of mental well-being. Our mission is to dismantle stigma, foster understanding, and provide you with valuable insights to enhance your mental health journey.
Join us as we bring you engaging conversations with experts, share personal and professional experiences, and offer practical tips to navigate life’s challenges. We believe in the power of conversation to inspire, educate, and empower.
📲 How to Connect with The Shrinks:
- Subscribe/follow to never miss an episode!
- Leave a review to share your thoughts and answer the Spotify Q&A.
- Connect with us on social media:
- IG: @shrink_rap_thepodcast
- FB: https://www.facebook.com/ShrinkRapPodcast
- Visit our website for additional resources, episodes, and gear! https://www.shrinkrapthepodcast.com
🫱🏼🫲🏻 Thank you for being part of the Shrink Rap community. Let’s continue the conversation and create a world where mental health is understood, embraced, and celebrated.

One Breath Away from OK
Shrink Rap
09/27/21 • 56 min
Yogini guest speaker Ruth Gough joins Becky and Franne to teach us about the “delicious discomfort” practice of yoga. Ruth talks about the various forms of yoga along with the benefits and misconceptions surrounding this ancient practice.
✨ Shrink Rap the Podcast is a mental health podcast where your hosts, Franne & Becky, give proper respect to various mental health issues, with a healthy dose of smart-assery.
In each episode, we dive into diverse topics, from navigating relationships to the intricacies of mental well-being. Our mission is to dismantle stigma, foster understanding, and provide you with valuable insights to enhance your mental health journey.
Join us as we bring you engaging conversations with experts, share personal and professional experiences, and offer practical tips to navigate life’s challenges. We believe in the power of conversation to inspire, educate, and empower.
📲 How to Connect with The Shrinks:
- Subscribe/follow to never miss an episode!
- Leave a review to share your thoughts and answer the Spotify Q&A.
- Connect with us on social media:
- IG: @shrink_rap_thepodcast
- FB: https://www.facebook.com/ShrinkRapPodcast
- Visit our website for additional resources, episodes, and gear! https://www.shrinkrapthepodcast.com
🫱🏼🫲🏻 Thank you for being part of the Shrink Rap community. Let’s continue the conversation and create a world where mental health is understood, embraced, and celebrated.

Caregiver Stress
Shrink Rap
09/25/23 • 27 min
Caregiver Stress
Are you a parent, caring for your parent, caring for a special need’s child and/or working in a caring profession? Becky and Franne feel you. This episode addresses the stress you experience and ways to reduce it.
✨ Shrink Rap the Podcast is a mental health podcast where your hosts, Franne & Becky, give proper respect to various mental health issues, with a healthy dose of smart-assery.
In each episode, we dive into diverse topics, from navigating relationships to the intricacies of mental well-being. Our mission is to dismantle stigma, foster understanding, and provide you with valuable insights to enhance your mental health journey.
Join us as we bring you engaging conversations with experts, share personal and professional experiences, and offer practical tips to navigate life’s challenges. We believe in the power of conversation to inspire, educate, and empower.
📲 How to Connect with The Shrinks:
- Subscribe/follow to never miss an episode!
- Leave a review to share your thoughts and answer the Spotify Q&A.
- Connect with us on social media:
- IG: @shrink_rap_thepodcast
- FB: https://www.facebook.com/ShrinkRapPodcast
- Visit our website for additional resources, episodes, and gear! https://www.shrinkrapthepodcast.com
🫱🏼🫲🏻 Thank you for being part of the Shrink Rap community. Let’s continue the conversation and create a world where mental health is understood, embraced, and celebrated.

Re-Release! Lets Talk Transgender Issues
Shrink Rap
04/10/23 • 80 min
Becky and Franne welcome Addie Mrosko and her fiancé’ Bri Conn. Addie shares her personal journey as a transgender woman in addition to some remarkable factoids to help us understand some of the unique challenges facing the transgender population.
✨ Shrink Rap the Podcast is a mental health podcast where your hosts, Franne & Becky, give proper respect to various mental health issues, with a healthy dose of smart-assery.
In each episode, we dive into diverse topics, from navigating relationships to the intricacies of mental well-being. Our mission is to dismantle stigma, foster understanding, and provide you with valuable insights to enhance your mental health journey.
Join us as we bring you engaging conversations with experts, share personal and professional experiences, and offer practical tips to navigate life’s challenges. We believe in the power of conversation to inspire, educate, and empower.
📲 How to Connect with The Shrinks:
- Subscribe/follow to never miss an episode!
- Leave a review to share your thoughts and answer the Spotify Q&A.
- Connect with us on social media:
- IG: @shrink_rap_thepodcast
- FB: https://www.facebook.com/ShrinkRapPodcast
- Visit our website for additional resources, episodes, and gear! https://www.shrinkrapthepodcast.com
🫱🏼🫲🏻 Thank you for being part of the Shrink Rap community. Let’s continue the conversation and create a world where mental health is understood, embraced, and celebrated.

03/11/24 • 34 min
Becky and Franne introduce this fascinating diagnosis and introduce the inner world of someone with this form of OCD. Brodie raises an interesting questing about theft and peanut allergies.
✨ Shrink Rap the Podcast is a mental health podcast where your hosts, Franne & Becky, give proper respect to various mental health issues, with a healthy dose of smart-assery.
In each episode, we dive into diverse topics, from navigating relationships to the intricacies of mental well-being. Our mission is to dismantle stigma, foster understanding, and provide you with valuable insights to enhance your mental health journey.
Join us as we bring you engaging conversations with experts, share personal and professional experiences, and offer practical tips to navigate life’s challenges. We believe in the power of conversation to inspire, educate, and empower.
📲 How to Connect with The Shrinks:
- Subscribe/follow to never miss an episode!
- Leave a review to share your thoughts and answer the Spotify Q&A.
- Connect with us on social media:
- IG: @shrink_rap_thepodcast
- FB: https://www.facebook.com/ShrinkRapPodcast
- Visit our website for additional resources, episodes, and gear! https://www.shrinkrapthepodcast.com
🫱🏼🫲🏻 Thank you for being part of the Shrink Rap community. Let’s continue the conversation and create a world where mental health is understood, embraced, and celebrated.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Shrink Rap have?
Shrink Rap currently has 146 episodes available.
What topics does Shrink Rap cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Nutrition, Anxiety, Mental Health, Counseling, Depression, Wellness, Therapy and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on Shrink Rap?
The episode title 'Ketamine' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Shrink Rap?
The average episode length on Shrink Rap is 44 minutes.
How often are episodes of Shrink Rap released?
Episodes of Shrink Rap are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Shrink Rap?
The first episode of Shrink Rap was released on Feb 28, 2021.
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