Who Weekly's Lindsey Weber and Bobby Finger join us for a story about a dad's mid-life crisis and the friends he meets along the way. You can support Normal Gossip directly bybuying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com. Episode transcript here. Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP. Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs).
This podcast brings anonymous gossip stories from the real world and for this episode, the hosts share a live version of their show which includes a juicy story about Lindsay and her impressive writing career.
In this episode, the speaker reflects on personal experiences with gossip and how it can be a sign of trustworthiness when people confide in you. The podcast delves deeper into the topic of gossiping about people we know personally rather than celebrities.
The hosts discuss their personal relationships with plants and gardening before beginning their gossip session.
Annie's parents were spending a lot of money on renovating their house while she wanted some financial help. Annie's sister, Ellen, had to mediate the situation in the midst of living in white supremacist Texas.
A seemingly minor mistake leads to a disastrous Thanksgiving for one family, as miscommunication and forgetfulness cause chaos and family members are left scattered and upset.
A family gathers for a meal and Hank keeps leaving to play with his orchids while everyone helps cook.
A man gets chastised by the head of the Homeowner's Association while working on his orchids in his yard. As he works, several men show up to help with the project.
When turning a hobby into a business, it can be difficult to handle unsupportive relatives and the challenges of dealing with regulations like HOA. It's important to stay focused on your goals and believe in yourself.
Lindsay had an altercation with their homeowners association (HOA) as they questioned the presence of a UPS driver who might be running a business in the neighborhood. The incident revealed something about the different personalities and perspectives on handling conflicts.
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Hank, Larry and Annie talk about orchids and Hank's interest in the plant. Larry is suggested as someone who can provide guidance on orchid care.
Annie becomes wary of her father’s obsession with rare orchids and the strange relationships he’s developed as he prepares to open his nursery, while Larry’s consulting work for her dad also raises suspicion.
Andy and Craig grow increasingly skeptical of Larry's stories as he dominates the conversation.
This podcast offers tips for escaping tedious conversations, including common sleuthing and strategic acting, to avoid getting trapped in uncomfortable situations.
Annie tried to bring up an issue with her mother after a party, only to be dismissed about her father's happiness and their settled budget.
Craig forgets to deposit a check for catering services and is forced to confront the client, Larry, who hasn't paid for the service.
Two coworkers argue over the firing of an incompetent employee, with one insisting on his loyalty to the employee while the other emphasizes the financial cost and their need for additional help.
Scammers are experts in abandoning their schemes before they get caught, knowing when the victims might Google them, and moving onto another target. This tactic is what keeps them going in their scams.
Hank's orchid business has a bad reputation, and he is in financial ruin. He closes the nursery without discussing it with his family, leaving them unsure about his monetary situation and apologizing to his daughters about the loss of Larry.
Kelsey McKinney thanks the listeners for tuning into Normal Gossip and invites them to share their gossip stories via email or voicemail. Audience can support the podcast at supportnormalgossip.com and follow her on social media. Produced by Alex Sujan Laughlin and part of the Defector Media collective.