Episodes

  • sydney thomas: the woman who works

    sydney thomas: the woman who works
    Jan 8 2026
    sydney is the director of brand marketing at beis, a dear friend of mine, and for lack of better words - a boss b*tch. we talk about her career trajectory and what led her to finding her dream job before 30, how to remain focused during the hardest times, and how the people you work with make all the difference. if you’re struggling to figure out what you want to do or what you’re good at, this ones for youFollow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@lifesajoke_podhttps://www.youtube.com/@LIFESAJOKE_PODFollow me (don’t):https://www.instagram.com/christinakirkman/https://www.tiktok.com/@christinakirkmanFollow Sydney:https://www.instagram.com/sydneyblakethomashttps://www.tiktok.com/@sydneyblakethomas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • you asked, i (finally) answered

    you asked, i (finally) answered
    Jan 1 2026
    on today’s Q&A we talk about regret (or not having it), losing yourself, being embarrassed, finding your passion, money guilt, my love for boxing and why i’m essentially a dachshund in human form. have questions or need advice? dm us on ig and let a girl know!Follow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@lifesajoke_podhttps://www.youtube.com/@LIFESAJOKE_PODFollow me (don’t):https://www.instagram.com/christinakirkman/https://www.tiktok.com/@christinakirkman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • twerks & caicos

    twerks & caicos
    Dec 18 2025
    trippin’, dippin’ & strippin’ with tarte. we shook a$s, rode jet skis, almost took home a puppy, and went to drake’s favorite bar in the middle of the ocean. i have to stop saying i don’t drink because lol I do now. there was mystery blood all over my hand??? tarte after dark got spooky. i don’t ever want to see a shotski again.Follow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@lifesajoke_podhttps://www.youtube.com/@LIFESAJOKE_PODFollow me (don’t):https://www.instagram.com/christinakirkman/https://www.tiktok.com/@christinakirkmanFollow Kelseyhttps://www.instagram.com/kelseylapollahttps://www.tiktok.com/@kelsey_lapollaPotcake Place K9 Rescuehttps://www.instagram.com/potcakeplacek9rescuehttps://www.potcakeplace.com/homing-puppies/Adoptapotcake/pups-for-adoption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • well, my dad died

    well, my dad died
    Dec 11 2025
    this episode touches on themes of grief and addiction. if you or anyone you know is struggling, help and support are available.in the U.S., you can call the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for free, confidential support.Follow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@lifesajoke_podhttps://www.youtube.com/@LIFESAJOKE_PODFollow me (don’t):https://www.instagram.com/christinakirkman/https://www.tiktok.com/@christinakirkman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    41 mins
  • avery woods: in her unapologetic, peaceful era

    avery woods: in her unapologetic, peaceful era
    Dec 4 2025
    avery woods is a mom, content creator (& grew a million followers in a week), podcast host and one of my favorite people i’ve met through social media. we talk about motherhood, how her kids are her entire world (and why she’ll never take them back to Chuck E. Cheese), the struggles and blessings of putting yourself on social media, crazy things she witnessed as a nurse (yes someone did stick an action figure up their a$s), and her big move *back* to california. her story and journey inspire me endlessly - she’s proof that you can chase the life you want and still laugh at the chaos along the way.Follow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@lifesajoke_podhttps://www.youtube.com/@LIFESAJOKE_PODFollow me (don’t):https://www.instagram.com/christinakirkman/https://www.tiktok.com/@christinakirkmanFollow Avery:https://www.instagram.com/averyywoodshttps://www.tiktok.com/@averyywoodsFollow Cheers with Avery Woods:https://www.instagram.com/cheerswithaveryhttps://www.tiktok.com/@cheerswithavery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • i'm in love with a stripper

    i'm in love with a stripper
    Nov 27 2025
    guys i went to the strip club and didn’t get home until 7am. i almost took out a loan for my girls. a private room, melons in my face and my first hangover. you know what? hell yeah. vegas is spooky. I also love that this is the Thanksgiving episode LOL.Follow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@lifesajoke_podhttps://www.youtube.com/@LIFESAJOKE_PODFollow me (don’t):https://www.instagram.com/christinakirkman/https://www.tiktok.com/@christinakirkman?Follow Kelsey:https://www.instagram.com/kelseylapolla https://www.tiktok.com/@kelsey_lapolla Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • courtney michelle: sketch comedy, people pleasing, and chicken noodle soup tears

    courtney michelle: sketch comedy, people pleasing, and chicken noodle soup tears
    Nov 20 2025
    courtney michelle is a comedian, actress, part people pleaser, part “oops, was that an intrusive thought?” over thinker. she’s built a whole persona out of playing “the girl who absolutely does not care if you live or die.” we get into the psychology behind her “snarky” character, people-pleasing in a career where that trait should honestly be illegal, why comedy on the internet is dying (pls don’t feel bad for laughing), and throwing up on her celeb crush. we also talk voyeurism (shhh), and why she doesn’t mind the middle seat. this one will make you laugh and say wtf at the same time. would you rather sweat parmesan cheese or cry lukewarm soup?Follow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@lifesajoke_podhttps://www.youtube.com/@LIFESAJOKE_PODFollow me (don’t):https://www.instagram.com/christinakirkman/https://www.tiktok.com/@christinakirkman?Follow Courtney:https://www.instagram.com/itscourtneymichellehttps://www.tiktok.com/@itscourtneymichelle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • michael burke: an animal communicator talks to my dogs

    michael burke: an animal communicator talks to my dogs
    Nov 13 2025
    michael burke is an animal communicator, author, pet trainer, and intuitive life coach. he has built an incredible career helping people deepen their connection with their pets through communication, energy work, and intuition. i had the privilege of sitting down with him to ask everything from how he first discovered his gift, to his craziest story, to what our pets are really thinking. & yes, i asked him to get the tea from winston and willa - and he delivered. (spoiler: everything he said about them couldn’t be more accurate)Follow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@lifesajoke_podhttps://www.youtube.com/@LIFESAJOKE_PODFollow me (don’t):https://www.instagram.com/christinakirkman/https://www.tiktok.com/@christinakirkman?Follow Michael:https://www.instagram.com/michaelburkeofficial?https://www.tiktok.com/@officialmichaelburke? (https://www.tiktok.com/@officialmichaelburke?_r=1&_t=ZT-91KFqdmxRO9)Work with Michael:https://michaelrburke.comOrder Michael’s book “Intuitive Animal Communication”:https://michaelrburke.com/intuitive-animal-communication-book/#bookorder Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 19 mins