Thanks so much for listening to Season 4 of our podcast! We're hitting pause for a few weeks to touch some grass, hang out with our kids, start new morning shows, and most importantly, go out and have some fresh adventures and questionable life choices to talk about when we get back.

Don't worry ,we're not gone for long. We'll be back soon with new stories, new laughs, and probably a few things we absolutely should have kept to ourselves.

Thanks for being here with us this season. We can't wait to catch up with you again soon!

This week on Cynthia & Josie's Unmentionables… we cover EVERYTHING. 🇮🇹✨

💋 Italian men in Europe
📚 Lena Dunham's book
🌶️ The spicy book that's got everyone talking
😊 Cynthia's epic blush
💍 Affairs, marriage & the conversations nobody wants to have
😂 And, as always, plenty of laughs.

Basically... if it's unmentionable, we mentioned it.

keywords

podcast, societal norms, marriage, celebrity insights, parking disputes, personal anecdotes, cultural perceptions, mental health, feminism, humor

key topics

Cultural perceptions of attention and flirtation
Parking ticket disputes and systemic issues
Marriage dynamics and emotional boundaries
Celebrity insights and behind-the-scenes stories
Personal anecdotes and everyday humor

sound bites

"We want that attention. I want that."
"It felt really good to just be no."
"How can I frame it in my mind that this is okay?"

Chapters

00:00 Italian Men and Attention
02:53 Parking Ticket Disputes and System Flaws
06:09 Healthcare and Gender Bias
08:46 Lena Dunham's Memoir and Creative Struggles
11:53 Navigating Relationships and Emotional Infidelity
23:51 Lice, Love, and Life Updates

resources

Lena Dunham's Fame Sick Memoir - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Lena+Dunham+Fame+Sick
Jack Antonoff - Music Producer - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-antonoff

In this episode, we explore the world of romance novels, from classic literature to modern series like Zodiac Academy. Should we start a book club? Tell us everything you have read:)

keywords

romance novels, book series, Zodiac Academy, Lady Chatterley's Lover, tropes, erotica, book recommendations

key topics

Common romance tropes such as push and pull, danger, and virginity
Discussion of classic romance like Lady Chatterley's Lover
Analysis of modern series like Zodiac Academy and A Court of Thorns and Roses
The appeal of fantasy erotica and monster romance
Personal favourites and recommendations for romance readers

sound bites

"Lady Chatterley's Lover is hot and old-fashioned."
"We fitted together like the two halves of an oyster shell."
"The Zodiac Academy series is adult fantasy romance."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Spicy Literature
02:30 Diving into Popular Romance Tropes
04:12 Exploring Classic and Contemporary Romance Novels
07:04 The Allure of Fantasy and Paranormal Romance
09:53 The Impact of Female Desire in Literature
13:07 The Role of Sexuality in Character Development
15:59 The Evolution of Romance Genres
19:15 The Intersection of Romance and Identity
20:50 Conclusion and Recommendations

resources

Tipping The Velvet: Wiki Tipping The Velvet

Lady Chatterley's Lover by D.H. Lawrence - Lady Chatterley's Lover
Zodiac Academy Series - Zodiac Avademy (Start with Awakening)
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas - A Court Of Thorns and Roses

Off CampusOff Campus Books

All Fours by Miranda July All Fours

Cynthia and Josie discuss their recent life updates, including Josie's new radio job in Toronto, the importance of supporting women in media, travel experiences, and their thoughts on current media trends and books.

radio, women in media, travel, books, podcasts, mental health, European trip, Toronto radio, feminism, media trends #ZodiacAcademy

Zodiac Books

Jessica Foley shares her profound journey through grief after losing her husband at 35, exploring the emotional, practical, and spiritual aspects of widowhood. This heartfelt conversation offers insights into coping with loss, supporting grieving children, and finding community and purpose after tragedy.

keywords

grief, widowhood, loss, mental health, community, healing, parenting, personal growth

Chapters

00:00 Navigating Grief: Personal Experiences and Insights
10:16 Talking to Children About Loss
20:16 The Complexity of Moving Forward
29:46 Creating Community Through Grief

resources

Grief Unraveled Website - https://griefunraveled.com/
Mom Life Crisis Series on Widows - https://example.com/mom-life-crisis-widows

guest links

Website - Website Grief Unraveled

Avery Haines, host and managing editor of W5, uncovers a disturbing scheme of drug smuggling through Canadian airports involving corrupt employees and bag tag switching. This investigation reveals the extent of airport corruption, its global connections, and practical tips for traveler's to protect themselves. Follow Avery @avahaines

key topics

• Airport corruption and drug smuggling schemes
• Bag tag switching and tamper-proof solutions
• Global connections of airport crime, including Brazil and Germany
• Security flaws in airport employee screening and background checks
• Practical tips for travelers to safeguard their luggage

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Airport Corruption Investigation
02:46 Uncovering the Bag Tag Switching Scheme
05:35 The Impact of Corruption on Innocent Travelers
08:37 Security Flaws in Airport Employee Screening
11:32 The Need for Systemic Change in Airport Security
14:38 Connecting Drug Smuggling to Broader Issues
17:30 Whistleblowers and the Call for Accountability
20:14 Practical Tips for Travelers
23:35 Conclusion and Future Considerations

How Drugs Are Smuggled You Tube

Join Cynthia and Josie as they reflect on their recent live podcast, personal challenges, and societal issues. They explore topics like mental health, relationships, masculinity, and societal expectations, offering honest insights and engaging stories.

Keywords:

mental health, OCD, relationships, masculinity, societal expectations, personal growth, podcast reflections

sound bites

"OCD is thoughts that ruminate and scare you."
"Believe all women can be potentially dangerous."
"Choosing to stay in a marriage is unmentionable."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Live Podcast Experience
02:21 Understanding OCD and Personal Struggles
08:30 Support Systems and Community
10:47 Exploring Male Vulnerability and Bromances
13:03 Navigating Weight Concerns in Friendships
16:01 The Complexity of Believing Women
20:11 Reassessing Career Goals and Life Choices
24:47 The Unmentionable Choice to Stay in Marriage

On May 8, 2026, we did our very first live podcast event at The Rec Room as part of the Departure Festival and honestly, we had no idea what to expect. We showed up nervous, convinced there was a chance nobody would come, and instead almost sold the place out.

The energy in the room was unbelievable from the second the night started. Huge thank you to Derek from The Social (chatgpt://generic-entity?number=2) for getting the crowd going before we hit the stage, and thank you to every single person who came out and made the night feel so special.

We also gave away some incredible prizes and want to send a massive thank you to Naughty North OtherShip and Fairmont Royal York

This episode is the full unedited live podcast from that evening. We hope you have as much fun listening to it as we did being there. We honestly cannot wait to do it again.