Episode Summary:
• Where the heck were we last week? — rude of you all not to check in, but we promise we had good reasons! Amber’s youngest wasn’t feeling the best (get better, Parker!) annnnnd….
• “Baby’s first colonoscopy” — Casie joined the colonoscopy club. So, yes. We keep screamin’ about cancer advocacy and getting your cancer screenings in this episode!
We also learn all about…
• The rise of Scream Club™ — How Amber got involved and why screaming might be the mental health tool you didn’t know you needed.
Now, Let’s Get in to it:
After a surprise week off, Casie and Amber return with a fresh batch of chaos. As Casie says early on, “We come into these podcasts having zero plan…because that’s the plan.”
Last week, life got sideways on us: sick kids, time zone challenges, and a medical two‑for‑one special that included Casie’s first colonoscopy (with bonus endoscopy).
Baby’s First Colonoscopy
There’s A LOT of life stuff that people refuse to talk about. Usually, it’s also human body stuff…which is weird. Because…well, we all have human bodies that have mostly the same functions.
After having her first colonoscopy, Casie shares her experience with THE PREP, saying, it “wasn’t as bad as I thought it was going to be,” and reminding listeners that screenings save lives.
A LOT of people also evade these tests (Mammograms we’re also looking at you) because of the scary body stuff — PLEASE DON’T DO THAT! These doctors literally see these body parts for a living…and preventing cancer (what colonoscopies actually aim to do in removing polyps BEFORE they potentially turn into cancer) is WAY BETTER than the alternative.
💪🏼 Don’t miss: Casie was recently on colon cancer survivor, Tim McDonald #StrongArmSelfie’s Podcast Advocacy at Work to talk about her work with the St. Baldrick’s Foundation. Tim is an INCREDIBLE advocate — he has a new book out now too: From Patient to Advocate: A Healthcare Advocate’s Guide!
Tangent Time: Nostalgic ADHD Crafting and the Sticker-to-Tattoo Pipeline
From ripped jeans with seasonal patches (and ripped jeans that should just be shorts) to DIY curtains held together with iron‑on tape, we then spiral into a series of semi-related tangents about sewing (or not sewing), home hacks, and the sentimental tattoo idea inspired by Kimbee’s puppyhood mischief.
Casie admits: “Tattoos are like the ultimate sticker,” which feels like one of the most millennial sentences ever spoken.
Hire Casie — She’s Open to Work!
We jump into Casie’s job search and the shifting landscape of creative roles in tech. She breaks down what she actually does—storytelling, brand strategy, and translating engineer speak into human speak—and why creative generalists are often misunderstood.
Amber sums it up best:
“Whoever snags you is going to be a super lucky company.” (Cue the collective awwws! We’re obviously big fans of women supporting women here!)
If you’re hiring a creative strategist or brand storyteller (or want to learn even more about what Casie does) check out her LinkedIn here.
We also reflect on the current job market (👎🏼), how much it’s changed in just a year, and why giving job‑search advice feels impossible right now.
And, yep — we’ve got an entire episode planned (see! We DO plan!) on how AI has reshaped our roles, expectations, and the hiring process.
Enter: Scream Club™ — Seattle Edition
Amber shares her experience leading Seattle’s chapter of Scream Club™, a growing movement that blends community, catharsis, and structured emotional release.
From humming to activate the nervous system to three intentional screams by the Puget Sound, she explains why people leave feeling better and saying things like: “My whole body is tingling!”
Check it out: Scream Club was recently featured in AP News — where Amber’s story was spotlighted!
If you’re in Seattle: there are now two chapters (Ballard + West Seattle).
If you’re not: you can start one! Unless you’re in one of these cities — then you’ve got a local chapter to check out already!
The Point (Yes, There Was One)
Whew! This episode covers a lot — you get family stories, work stories, a little bit of the wild world of AI, and get to know more about Scream Club.
PLUS! A reminder to schedule those mammograms, colonoscopies, and other appointments — SERIOUSLY, go do that now!
Life, as we know, is unpredictable. And this world is full of chaos. But know that we’re always here and cheering you all on.
Until next week, friends! (This time we mean it. 🤣)
🌲 Connect with Amber on Threads, Substack, or LinkedIn — you can also check out her pup @JoJotheKeeshond and Scream Club™.
🌴 Catch Casie on Threads, Substack, or LinkedIn — you can also check out her pups @PawsitivePointers.
