Trigger Warning: This episode contains candid conversations surrounding depression, self-harm, and disordered eating. Please take care of yourself while listening.

No, but listen… what happens when the "after" of chasing your biggest dreams just feels kinda heavy?

This week, we are stripping away the filtered versions of our lives to have a real, unfiltered deep dive into our mental health. We’re opening up about the reality of living with a constant undertone of depression, and how our relationship with sadness, self-harm, and disordered eating has changed from the past to right now.

From the exact moments we realized we needed to seek professional help to the messy reality of trying to find the motivation to function day-to-day, we’re laying it all out. Are we supposed to wait until we're in an emotionally good place to start our days, or do we just have to force ourselves into action and hope the feelings catch up?

Grab a drink, get vulnerable with us, and listen to two best friends talk about the things we usually only say to our therapists.

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In this episode of No, But Listen, Racquel and Kathryn are getting into all things travel. From the luxury of the Maldives and Fiji to enjoying the culture of Japan and Thailand, the girls break down their ultimate bucket list spots and what they actually look for in a getaway. Are they "sip a cocktail by the pool" vacationers or "historical sightseeing and 20k steps" vacationers?

They also dive into the reality of living in major US cities and tourist hubs—discussing the perks, the pitfalls, and the places they’d actually consider calling home. This leads to a trip down memory lane as they look back at their time in their college town, Newport, Rhode Island. Stay tuned until the end to hear their official ranking of dream destinations from "would be nice" to "booking the flight right now."

In this episode, we discuss:

• Our top international bucket list (Fiji, Japan, Maldives, Thailand).
• Travel personalities: Activities vs. Relaxation.
• The reality of living in a "Tourist Attraction" city.
• Growing up (and moving on) from Newport, RI.
• Our definitive ranking of favorite vacation spots.

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Navigating the Actor’s Mental Health, Career Transitions, and Creative Identity.

In the second episode of No, But Listen, we’re breaking down the daily reality of the modern performer/ Corporate baddie. We move from the tactical—our morning routines and workplace environments—to the emotional weight of the industry.

We take a deep dive into acting mental health and the insecurities that naturally arise when you are balancing content creation with a professional performance career. This episode is a candid look at the "Identity Pivot"—the process of stripping back who you are when acting careers change course and how to maintain your self-worth outside of your job title.

In this episode, we cover:

Morning Routines: How we start our day to stay grounded.

Acting & Mental Health: Dealing with rejection, burnout, and creative insecurities.

Identity & Career: How to separate your personal self from your acting identity and day job.

The Career Pivot: Navigating life when the plan changes and finding new professional paths.

Job Market Talk: A breakdown of the dream jobs versus the "never again" roles for actors.

Whether you’re looking for acting advice, mental health tips for artists, or just a relatable conversation about the career grind, this episode is for you.

No, but listen—let’s get into the work.

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