Episode 3: Fathers, Leaders, & Calgon Dreams

In this episode of Pickles and Pasta with Steph & Jay, the duo reflects on the power of father figures, the qualities that define true leadership, and how current world events are quietly shaping our emotional lives. From Steph’s deeply personal tribute to her dad to open talk about anxiety, therapy, and relationship tension, this one dives deep—but always with heart.

Topics Covered:

• The story behind Have Some Fun Today and Steph’s father’s lasting legacy

• What real leadership looks like—and why it’s missing in today’s world

• The silent toll of stress, news, and global unrest on our mental health

• Therapy tips: how to find the right fit and why it matters

• How to manage conflict with empathy in relationships

• A Rapid Fire Q&A to end with laughs, reflection, and dream escapes

This episode is raw, real, and refreshingly human—a reminder that even in chaos, connection and conversation matter most.

Episode 2: Weather, Breakups & Vibes

In this episode of Pickles and Pasta with Steph & Jay, the duo dives into how everyday life—both global and deeply personal—shapes their creative process and emotional outlook. From the chaotic energy of New York’s Tribeca Festival to unpredictable weather, family changes, and political tension, Steph and Jay explore what it means to stay grounded in a world that feels anything but.

Topics Covered:

• How personal experiences—like Steph’s daughter’s breakup—impact creativity and emotional awareness

• Climate weirdness and the theory that global vibes might just be affecting the weather

• The Tribeca Film Festival and its role in shaping cultural conversations

• Steph’s wellness experiments (vibration platform, acupuncture, and lymphatic massage)

• Cancel culture and its impact on storytelling

• A Rapid Fire Q&A to end on a personal, thoughtful note

This episode is a mix of real talk, reflection, humor, and human moments—the kind of conversation you didn’t know you needed.

Episode 1: Whatever We’re Going to Call

This In the first episode of Pickles and Pasta with Steph & Jay, the duo kicks things off with a candid, unscripted conversation about why they’re launching a podcast in the first place. No roadmap, no expectations—just two creatives navigating life, love, work, and everything in between.

They explore what it means to live outside the lines of the traditional 9–5, how their relationship fuels their creativity, and why now felt like the right time to start sharing their world out loud.

Topics Covered:

• The real reason they hit record—without a name, format, or plan

• Living and working creatively as partners (in business and in life)

• Why vulnerability, laughter, and honesty matter more than ever

• How they hope this podcast can spark connection and conversation

• A preview of what’s to come: rapid-fire questions, special guests, and more

This episode is the beginning of something raw, honest, and deeply human—the kind of dialogue that feels like a breath of fresh air.