We're pausing Pop & Circumstance while Elizabeth focuses on growing her business and balancing responsibilities.

This is a deliberate pivot—not a failure—and we'll retool the show to return with better-quality content when the time is right.

Thank you for your support; we'll be back in some form soon.

In this episode we break down a major update in the Nancy Guthrie case after investigators obtained and released stills from doorbell video footage retrieved via Google Nest, showing a masked person at the front door and prompting a public appeal to share the images.

We then shift gears into a thorough discussion of mouth taping: the differences between nose and mouth breathing, how nasal breathing supports oxygen uptake and immunity, research linking childhood mouth-breathing to developmental and orthodontic changes, and the aesthetic claims (like mewing) tied to tongue posture and jaw shape.

The hosts share personal experiences with mouth taping, cover trending products and study findings on sleep and snoring improvements, and summarize practical takeaways for listeners considering trying the method themselves.

Pop and Circumstance is your go-to podcast to stay in the loop on what’s happening in pop culture, and get a digestible amount of personal growth to help you deal with all of life’s circumstances. Hosted by Elizabeth Martin, a business owner (Southern Supply) and former HR lady, and Hart Morse, an actor (Will Trent, FBI) and writer, these two bring diverse and hilarious experiences, perspectives, and expertise in a relatable, fun to listen to format every Monday and Thursday.

Check us out on:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PopandCircPod

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popandcircumstancepod/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@popandcircpod?lang=en

Our Popsicles are from https://braheartcompany.com/

Miss Otis Regrets painting by Kris Lamorena https://www.krislamorena.com

This episode examines why fewer Americans report life satisfaction — falling trust, rising loneliness and isolation, and relentless media exposure — using recent research and personal observations.

The takeaway: prioritize relationships, build routines with others, and reduce media consumption to increase meaning and well-being.

Show Notes

https://www.governing.com/urban/the-long-and-persistent-history-of-loneliness-in-america

https://www.pewresearch.org/2025/05/08/americans-trust-in-one-another/#h-age

https://news.gallup.com/opinion/polling-matters/610742/exploring-americans-satisfaction-personal-lives.aspx

Pop and Circumstance is your go-to podcast to stay in the loop on what’s happening in pop culture, and get a digestible amount of personal growth to help you deal with all of life’s circumstances. Hosted by Elizabeth Martin, a business owner (Southern Supply) and former HR lady, and Hart Morse, an actor (Will Trent, FBI) and writer, these two bring diverse and hilarious experiences, perspectives, and expertise in a relatable, fun to listen to format every Monday and Thursday.

Check us out on:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PopandCircPod

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popandcircumstancepod/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@popandcircpod?lang=en

Our Popsicles are from https://braheartcompany.com/

Miss Otis Regrets painting by Kris Lamorena https://www.krislamorena.com