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Slightly Unsupervised | Best Friends Podcast | Real Talk on Female Friendship
Hosted by Jennifer Hobbs & Jackie Schroeder | Best Friends Podcast Hosts · EN
Two best friends. Zero filters. All truth.
Slightly Unsupervised is a friendship podcast about the kind of soulmates who don't come with a marriage license.
Hosted by lifelong best friends Jennifer Hobbs and Jackie Schroeder, this best friends podcast explores female friendship, chosen family, emotional growth, and the relationships that witness our lives.
Through honest conversations, laughter, and real-life stories, Jennifer and Jackie dive into friendship breakups, loyalty, boundaries, healing, motherhood, identity, reinvention, and the emotional support women provide each other through every season of life.
As the creators of Bestiemony®—A Different Kind of Love Story—they believe some of the greatest loves of our lives are friendships. The women who stand beside us, help us survive life's challenges, and remind us who we are when we've forgotten.
Whether you're celebrating your ride-or-die, healing from a friendship loss, navigating life's changes, or searching for deeper connection, Slightly Unsupervised offers real talk, bestie energy, and meaningful conversations about female friendship and platonic soulmates.
Because friendship isn't just part of life.
Sometimes it's the love story that helps define it.
🎧 New episodes every week.
💍 Learn more about Bestiemony®:
rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony
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When Your Best Friend's Marriage Breaks | A Friendship Podcast Guide
5d ago00:33:50Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailHow to Help a Woman Through a Marital Crisis | Supporting Her Without Losing Yourself One of the hardest things in the world is watching someone you love slowly break inside a relationship… while trying to pretend they’re okay. In this deeply honest and emotional episode of Slightly Unsupervised, Jennifer and Jackie talk about what it really means to support a woman through a marital crisis — without judging her, controlling her, or losing yourself in the process. Drawing from their own experiences with divorce, heartbreak, emotional survival, and supporting friends through painful relationships, they unpack the complicated reality women face when marriages begin falling apart. They discuss: Why most women stay silent in the beginning The emotional weight women carry during marital struggles Why telling her what to do too quickly can backfire The difference between support and enabling Why women often stay longer than people understand How to help a woman rebuild strength and confidence Why peace becomes more important than happiness The loneliness, fear, shame, and identity loss women experience during divorce Jennifer and Jackie also share personal stories about divorce, emotional exhaustion, protecting children, learning to stay neutral, and the difficult balance between wanting to rescue someone and simply standing beside them while they find their own strength.When your best friend's marriage is crumbling, how do you show up without losing yourself? Jennifer and Jackie explore what it really means to be a platonic soulmate during marital crisis—the emotional labor, the boundaries, and how to stay grounded while witnessing her fall apart. Because sometimes the most powerful thing a woman can hear during a hard season is: “You are not going through this alone.” Chickology PodcastsBold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.Bestiemony®Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.Rhinestone Wedding Chapel Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony 📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies 📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at ChickologyPodcasts@gmail.com
Transcribe →Best Friends as Your Survival Guide | Emotional Steadiness When It Matters
2w ago00:27:14Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailWhen crisis hits, women don't need rescue—they need another woman who's been there. In this episode of Slightly Unsupervised, Jennifer and Jackie explore why best friends become platonic soulmates who share survival maps, not just advice. They dive into the specific moments when female friendship isn't a luxury—it's everything. This is real talk on the friendship that saves your life.best friends podcast female friendship platonic soulmates bestie energy emotional supportChickology PodcastsBold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.Bestiemony®Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.Rhinestone Wedding Chapel Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony 📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies 📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at ChickologyPodcasts@gmail.com
Transcribe →Why We’re Basically Thelma & Louise | Ride-or-Die Female Friendships
3w ago00:21:50Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailWhy We’re Basically Thelma & Louise | Ride-or-Die Female Friendships At some point in every strong female friendship, there’s a moment where you realize: “If society collapses… this is the woman I’m getting in the car with.”In this hilarious, nostalgic, and unexpectedly emotional episode of Slightly Unsupervised, Jennifer and Jackie explain why their friendship has serious Thelma & Louise energy — minus the driving off the cliff part. From ditching school and surviving questionable 80s adventures to navigating adulthood, burnout, motherhood, responsibility, and emotional exhaustion, they unpack why ride-or-die female friendships become so important as women get older. They talk about: Why women need female friendships to survive emotionally The difference between “fun friends” and true ride-or-die friendships How women lose themselves in responsibility Why girls' trips feel emotionally healing The chaos, freedom, and loyalty behind lifelong friendships Why women need spaces where they can stop performing and just be themselves Jennifer and Jackie also share some completely unhinged stories from their younger years involving spinning cars, trunks, mountain roads, and the kind of questionable decisions that somehow only make friendships stronger. Because sometimes the greatest love story in a woman’s life isn’t romantic at all… it’s the friend who looked at your chaos and said: “Get in. I’ve got you.” Chickology PodcastsBold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.Bestiemony®Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.Rhinestone Wedding Chapel Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony 📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies 📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at ChickologyPodcasts@gmail.com
Transcribe →Sisters by Blood, Best Friends by Choice | The Female Connection Women Need
4w ago00:30:11Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailSisters by Blood, Best Friends by Choice | The Female Connection Women NeedSome women grow up with sisters.Some spend their whole lives searching for one.In this emotional and deeply relatable episode of Slightly Unsupervised, Jennifer and Jackie talk about the difference between sisters and best friends — and why female friendship can sometimes fill a space in our hearts that family never could.Growing up without sisters, both Jennifer and Jackie reflect on the loneliness, emotional disconnect, and longing for feminine connection they experienced as kids growing up in the 80s. They share how friendship became more than just having someone to hang out with — it became emotional safety, shared history, validation, laughter, survival, and chosen family.They dive into: Why women crave emotional witnessing The difference between assigned family and chosen family How childhood loneliness shapes adult friendships Why some best friends become closer than sisters The emotional role female friendship plays in women’s lives What makes a woman feel emotionally safe Why being truly “seen” changes everything This episode is funny, nostalgic, vulnerable, and packed with the kind of honest conversation that makes you feel less alone.Because sometimes the greatest love story in a woman’s life isn’t romantic at all… it’s the friend who became family.Chickology PodcastsBold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.Bestiemony®Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.Rhinestone Wedding Chapel Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony 📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies 📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at ChickologyPodcasts@gmail.com
Transcribe →When Money Gets Weird in Friendships: Navigating Income Gaps Without Losing Each Other
May 2500:30:14Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailWhen Money Gets Weird in Friendships: Navigating Income Gaps Without Losing Each Other Say “yes” to things they can’t afford How income differences can quietly create distance The emotional weight of feeling embarrassed, judged, or left out What happens when someone pays for everything—and why it can backfire How childhood experiences with money shape adult friendships Through honest stories, humor, and real-life examples, Jennifer and Jackie break down how to handle these situations with honesty, empathy, and respect—without damaging the friendship.Because the truth is, money doesn’t create distance… silence does. If you’ve ever felt uncomfortable talking about money with friends—or avoided it altogether—this episode will hit home.Chickology PodcastsBold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.Bestiemony®Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.Rhinestone Wedding Chapel Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony 📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies 📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at ChickologyPodcasts@gmail.com
Transcribe →Raising Good Friends | Teaching Daughters What We Didn't Learn About Female Friendship
May 1800:32:00Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailRaising Good Friends: What We Didn’t Learn (But Our Daughters Need to Know) Most of us were never actually taught how to be good friends—we were taught to be nice, to include others, and to keep the peace. But no one showed us how to handle jealousy, navigate conflict, set boundaries, or speak up when something doesn’t feel right. In this episode of Slightly Unsupervised, Jennifer and Jackie get real about what we didn’t learn growing up—and why it matters now more than ever as we raise the next generation of girls. From childhood friendship struggles to adult relationship patterns, they share personal stories, hard-earned lessons, and honest conversations about how friendships shape our lives. They also break down how parents can help their daughters build strong, healthy, emotionally safe friendships—without losing themselves in the process. You’ll hear real talk about: Why “being nice” isn’t enough in friendships How to teach kids emotional awareness and boundaries Why conflict resolution is a skill every child needs The impact of social media on modern friendships How to help girls handle jealousy, exclusion, and comparison Why not every friendship should end when things get hard If you’ve ever struggled with friendships—or want to raise daughters who won’t have to unlearn what you did—this episode is for you. Because friendship isn’t something we’re just supposed to “figure out.” It’s something we should have been taught. Chickology PodcastsBold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.Bestiemony®Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.Rhinestone Wedding Chapel Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony 📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies 📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at ChickologyPodcasts@gmail.com
Transcribe →Friendship Bucket Lists: How to Stay Close, Make Memories, and Grow Together Over Time
May 1100:34:35Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailFriendship Bucket Lists: How to Stay Close, Make Memories, and Grow Together Over Time Bucket lists aren’t just for life… they’re for friendships too. In this episode of Slightly Unsupervised, Jennifer and Jackie break down why bestie bucket lists become essential as we get older—and why friendships don’t stay strong by accident anymore. When we’re younger, connection is effortless. We’re in the same places, living the same seasons, building memories without even trying. But as life evolves—careers, families, responsibilities—friendships can quietly drift… not because the love is gone, but because the intention is. This episode is all about changing that. Jennifer and Jackie share real stories (including the legendary hike up a mountain to hang their class year in their late 40s 😅), plus how creating intentional experiences keeps friendships alive, deep, and meaningful. They dive into: What a bestie bucket list actually is (and why you need one now) The difference between living life together vs. planning it on purpose Types of friendship bucket lists: fun, connection, growth, healing, and legacy Why shared experiences matter more than just “keeping in touch” How to create memories that last into your future (hello retirement home stories 👀) Why it’s never too late to start doing life with your friends again Because the truth is— Friendships don’t fade from lack of love… They fade from lack of intention. And a bestie bucket list? That’s how you choose each other—on purpose. If this episode made you laugh, reminisce, or text your best friend… we’ll call that a win. 💛 👉 Subscribe, leave a review, and share with your ride-or-die. Chickology PodcastsBold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.Bestiemony®Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.Rhinestone Wedding Chapel Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony 📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies 📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at ChickologyPodcasts@gmail.com
Transcribe →The Retirement Home Pact | Best Friends Planning Forever Together
May 400:22:41Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailThe Retirement Home Pact: Why Best Friends Plan to Grow Old Together (And Refuse to Drift Apart) It started as a joke… but it turned into a pact. In this episode of Slightly Unsupervised, Jennifer and Jackie dive into their very real plan to end up in the same retirement home—and why it’s about so much more than aging, housing, or even logistics. Because behind the laughter, the chaos, and the slightly unhinged planning… is something deeper: 👉 the decision to choose each other for life. As women get older, friendships don’t just “stick”—they require intention, effort, and a shared vision for the future. Jennifer and Jackie open up about why they’ve spent years planning their “retirement home era,” how it gives them comfort knowing they won’t grow old alone, and why this kind of friendship bond is rare—but powerful. They also get real (and hilarious) about: What their future living situation might actually look like (retirement home vs. friend compound 👀) Why women often outlive their partners—and what that means for friendship The importance of planning emotional support, not just financial retirement The role each bestie will play (caretaker, troublemaker, organizer… you already know 😂) Why staying connected long-term doesn’t happen by accident And yes… they’ve already trained their kids on what to smuggle in. (You’re welcome.) Because at the end of the day, this isn’t about where they end up— it’s about who they refuse to lose along the way. If this episode made you laugh, think, or text your best friend… we’ll call that a win. 💛 👉 Subscribe, leave a review, and share with your ride-or-die. Chickology PodcastsBold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.Bestiemony®Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.Rhinestone Wedding Chapel Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony 📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies 📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at ChickologyPodcasts@gmail.com
Transcribe →Reconnecting After Years Apart: How We Rebuilt Our Friendship
Apr 2700:25:57Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailWe Found Our Way Back: Rebuilding a Friendship After 15 Years Apart What happens when a friendship you thought was gone forever… finds its way back? In this deeply personal episode of Slightly Unsupervised, Jennifer and Jackie share the real story of how they reconnected after 15 years apart—and why rebuilding a friendship later in life is rarely instant, but always worth it. From high school best friends to years of silence, life changes, and separate paths… this episode walks you through the exact moments that brought them back together. It wasn’t one big conversation or a dramatic reunion—it was small steps, uncomfortable reaches, and choosing to show up again and again. They open up about: The first awkward reconnection (and why it matters) How vulnerability and courage rebuild trust Why consistency—not intensity—is what brings friendships back to life The emotional reality of reconnecting after divorce, distance, and time What it really takes to feel safe, seen, and connected again How to know if a friendship is worth trying again Plus, their Bestie Rapid Questions get real, emotional, and honest—covering what they wish they had said, what they’ve learned, and why losing each other actually made their bond stronger. If you’ve ever lost a friendship, wondered if you should reach out, or hoped for a second chance… this episode is your reminder that some connections don’t disappear—they just need time, space, and a little courage to come back. Because the best friendships aren’t always the easiest… but they might just be the ones worth rebuilding. Chickology PodcastsBold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.Bestiemony®Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.Rhinestone Wedding Chapel Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony 📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies 📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at ChickologyPodcasts@gmail.com
Transcribe →Bestie Energy Lost: Rebuilding After 15 Years Apart
Apr 2000:32:18Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailWe Didn’t Talk for 15 Years… And It Mattered More Than We Admitted What happens when someone who once knew everything about you… becomes a stranger? In this deeply personal episode of Slightly Unsupervised, Jennifer and Jackie open up about the 15 years they didn’t speak — and why that silence mattered more than they ever admitted. This wasn’t a dramatic falling out. No big fight. No clear ending. Just life… pulling them in different directions. But here’s the truth: You don’t just lose the friendship. You lose the person who remembers your life with you. Together, they reflect on: How a ride-or-die friendship can quietly fade over time The pain of losing shared memories — not just the person Why “we just grew apart” doesn’t always tell the full story The impact of relationships, life changes, and timing What it feels like to reconnect after years apart And why some friendships never fully leave you This episode is raw, nostalgic, funny, and honest — full of wild high school memories, late-night talks, and the kind of connection that doesn’t come around often. Because sometimes… The friendships we lose aren’t gone. They’re just waiting for the right moment to find their way back. 🎙 Hosted by Jennifer & Jackie 💍 Presented by Bestiemony™ — Because the best love stories don’t always come with a ring If you’ve ever lost a friend, missed someone quietly, or wondered “what if”… this episode will hit you right in the heart. And maybe… give you the courage to reach back out. Chickology PodcastsBold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.Bestiemony®Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.Rhinestone Wedding Chapel Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony 📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies 📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at ChickologyPodcasts@gmail.com
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