Andy Overthinks

Lying about Santa makes me a little uneasy. But is it sad to deprive kids of the chance to believe in something magical? Hear a variety of opinions from every side, including author of “The Myths That Stole Christmas,” Dr. David Kyle Johnson. andyoverthinks.com/SantaLies Dr. Johnson’s book “The Myths That Stole Christmas” Dr. Johnson’s academia.edu page Parody Song Lyrics: You’re denying you’re a bold-faced liar, Squash that nipping at your conscience. Deflect when your child starts to inquire. Your guilt preserves their innocence. Everybody knows without the magic of Santa Claus in his sleigh that takes a speedy flight We’d just be left with a babe in swaddled cloth who came to save the world one night. This can’t be problematic some tall tales are true and some are full of it. The kids will sort it out or they will try so that one day they too will tell the lies. And so I’m offering this simple song for parents who want to tell the truth. Although you may feel it’s the right thing to do, don’t blow Christmas. You’ll blow Christmas, you Scrooge.

In honor of our robust cancel culture, here are few opinions most people won’t agree with, and don’t want to hear. Listen now and troll us later. Co-hosted by Jessica Jensen. andyoverthinks.com/UnpopularOpinions

What are the strange and specific desires of a woman’s heart, and how is the Fictional Man so spot on? Listen as Andy and Stacey McEwan (romance author, Tik Tok and Bookstagram star) profile the perfect fictional lover and analyze the extremely fictional female fantasy. andyoverthinks.com/femalefantasies “Never Had a Man Like Me” Parody song lyrics: Well Mr. Darcy had 10,000 poundsAnd Edward Cullen was one hundred ten.But woman you’re in luck ‘cause in hardboundsAre fake men to read again and again… I got the power to make you say wowAn unintentional athletic champ.In young adult, fiction, and your fantasyI got you turning on your bedside lamp And I’ll sayPerfectly average girlWithout you I cannot beYeah I’m a custom orderYour guy’s a clownYou ain’t never had a man like me (Ha ha ha) He is not a thrilling tauntAnd I’m your hot faerie!A mythical creature’s what you really want!You ain’t never had a man like me. Yes mam, your quirks are what I worshipYour freak outs, your fits, your flaws!You’re my only wishI do courtshipHow about an unconditional massage? Love your obnoxious friendsyour dysfunctional familyI’m in the mood for all your moodsYou ain’t never had a man like me! ‘How do I look?’ SO GOOD‘I’ll just have some of yours.’ OH YEAH‘Would you get remarried if I died?’ I COULD NEVER You’re cute when you’re pissedI got a six packBut I wouldn’t care a bit if you got fat!Does your man go poop?Well not me my dear. Has your dude chased down your car, your flight, or shipJust to make certain his love is clear? Go on and sit there slack jawed, buggy eyedAs I gently push back your hairI’d put your oxygen mask on before mineDid I mention I’m a millionaire? I got a powerful urge to take you out,never hang with friends or on my ownA honey-do list that’s three miles long, do doubtAll you gotta do is just say so!Miss unremarkable, and normal, plain ladyMake my heart throb, your guy’s lost the job You ain’t never had a man, never had a man, you ain’t never had a man like me! Stacey McEwan’s newly released book! Her instagram and TikTok Beale Street Theater

I began having kids at the end of Season One, but now how do I decide when to stop? What’s too many? What’s too few? And is there a number of children that’s just right? Hear from a panel of parents, researcher Dr. Nicholas Wolfinger, and therapist Ann Davidman. andyoverthinks.com/howmanykidstohave Dr. Wolfinger’s website Ann Davidman’s website

Jessica Jensen and I are back for a second time to give credit where credit is due. Hear from egoless ghostwriter, Hilary Liftin, as well as a philanthropic Amazon reviewer, a heroic YouTube tutorialist, an altruistic clickbait spoiler, and an indentured Senior Class President. andyoverthinks.com/peoplewhodeservemorecreditagain Everyday Home Repairs YouTube channel Hilary Liftin’s website

It seems the people most able to ignore trolls, critics and hecklers get the most victories, have the most fun, and live the most freely. But why do they have such thick skin? And how can the rest of us toughen up? First learn from door-to-door sales expert and entrepreneur, Sam Taggart. Then hear how Trent Tueller survived a Twitter mob attack. Finally, discover why stand-up comedian Shelley Carling can laugh in the face of rejection. andyoverthinks.com/thickskin Sam Taggart’s website. Sam’s Instagram. Sam’s podcast. Trent Tueller’s TikTok Shelley Carling’s Website. And Podcast. Charlie Day’s graduation speech.

In part two of two, I get different perspectives on the pursuit of beauty, first from clever sister duo, Lauren and Chanler Bledsoe from the Pop Apologists podcast, who gracefully temper some of my ideas and frustration. And then we get to hear how one man feels about the impact of beauty obsession on the women in his life. andy overthinks.com/theburdenofbeautypt2 The Pop Apologists podcast Snapchat Dysmorphia on CNN

Every woman is under pressure to be as beautiful as time, money, and energy can afford. But what’s the real cost? And is it worth it? Learn from Dr. Lexie Kite co-author of More Than a Body and co-founder Beauty Redefined. This episode also includes 90 year old Toos Ward’s perspective on aging and beauty. As well as Heather Delcamp, a young lady who shaved her head in order to get her head on straight. andyoverthinks.com/theburdenofbeautypt1 Part two also available now.

One friend insulted my shoes and inspired me forever. Another said two words, and ended seven years of indecision. A neighbor’s offhand comment now dictates my budget. And something my husband mentioned on our first date locked him in as the ultimate rebound and life partner. Guests: Alex Grow, Wade Alleman, Ryan Swapp, Annie Grow, and Levi Ballstaedt andyoverthinks.com/thingspeoplehavesaidtome Books by Thich Nhat Hanh

What would it be like to trust your gut, relax your brain, and generally calm down? I’m discussing the psychology of maximizers vs. satisficers with renowned researcher and author of The Paradox of Choice, Dr. Barry Schwartz. I’ll also chat with my dad, Kevin Seibert, about his chronic overthinking, and hear from John and Adrianne Canepa a couple in a mixed overthinking marriage. Finally I’ll overthink non-overthinking with the intuitive, creative genius, Brittany Wood. andyoverthinks.com/overthinking Dr. Barry Schwartz’s book: The Paradox of Choice: Why More Is Less, Revised Edition Dr. Schwartz’s TED talk Dr. Schwartz’s TED talk on luck Brittany Wood Instagram accounts @BrittanyWoodPhoto @Sour_flour Brittany Wood’s book, “The Art of Sourdough Scoring” BBC article Follow @andyoverthinks on Instagram Rate, review and subscribe 

In this Season Two finale I’m asking myself and guests The Big Question: When the end comes, and you’re on your deathbed, what do you need to have experienced or accomplished in your life to feel satisfied? Guests: Annie Grow, Kevin Seibert, Doug Lochner, Mike Thayer, Levi Ballstaedt, Alex Grow, Randi Blaser, Toos Ward, Jenn Swapp, and McKay Ward For personal coaching with Doug Lochner contact: (478) 997-1571 Mike Thayer’s Books Mitt Romney Saint Anselm College Commencement Address Harvard Happiness Study Helping Others Helps Oneself Study Bit By Bit Children’s Book It’s a Wonderful Life Clip Elizabeth Gilbert Ted Talk Clip Amanda Keller Reflecting on Parenting Radio Clip About Time Clip Watch About Time Follow @andyoverthinks on Instagram Rate, review and subscribe 

We’ve never been more narcissistic, nor more okay with it. How much farther can we fall in love with ourselves before we collectively fall? Guests: therapist Alex Lamoreaux, and researcher Dr. Chris Barry. Get your NPI score Alex Lamoreaux’s Therapy Insta Dr. Barry’s Research The Narcissism Epidemic: Living in the Age of Entitlement Selfie by Will Storr The New Yorker on Narcissism Jim Gaffigan Clip Follow @andyoverthinks on Instagram Rate, review and subscribe 

It may be a tired topic, but is that because we are talking about it wrong? Hear from viral Ted talker and best-selling author, Nigel Marsh and several others about their definitions of a balanced life.  andyoverthinks.com/worklifebalance Nigel Marsh’s viral Ted Talk And his first book: Fat, Forty, and Fired: One Man’s Frank, Funny, and Inspiring Account of Losing His Job and Finding His Life And his second book: Fit, Fifty and Fired Up His podcast “Five of My Life” Follow Nigel on Instagram Other guests: Katie Wade-Neser, Jeff Weeks, Adrianne Canepa, Billy Oslund, and Cara Garner I Don’t Know How She Does It clip Hook Clip Follow @andyoverthinks on Instagram Rate, review and subscribe 

Is political correctness keeping us from correcting anything? Learn from leftist Dr. Fredrik deBoer, Sherita Coffelt, and listen to excerpts from Stephen Fry and other famous comedians. AndyOverthinks.com/PoliticalCorrectness Shownotes: Stephen Fry in full Monk Debate Dr. Fredrik deBoer article Dr. Fredrik deBoer website John Cleese and Bill Maher Jerry Seinfeld on The Herd  Late Night With Seth Meyers Clip Real Time with Bill Maher clip Sarah Silverman Clip Follow @andyoverthinks on Instagram Rate, review and subscribe 

What kinds of regret hurt the most? And what do we do about it? Does thinking about regret do us any good? Hear from Country Music Hall of Fame songwriter Bill Anderson, HGTV star Chrisi Hammer, top researcher Dr. Shai Davidai, and more. andyoverthinks.com/regrets Bill Anderon’s website including his latest single Whisperin Bill’s Instagram Kenny Chesney “A lot of Things Different” Song Chrisi Hammer’s HGTV Show “The Family Hammer” And their family design company @mend_design Dr. Shai Davidai website and research Summary of Could Vs. Should Regret on Psychology Today The actual study More interesting articles: Science of People Regret Advice Inc Article What We Regret Most and Why Article Dr. Gilovich Cornell Video about Regret Pubmed Article: The Experience of Regret, What, When, and Why Follow @andyoverthinks on Instagram Rate, review and subscribe