Abbey Normal

104. Phantom Friend or Foe?

Dare to venture into a semi-professional paranormal investigation of Dawn's 1940's-era abode. With our very own Medium in tow, this four-level house seemingly weaves its own tale, subtly revealing the possible presence of phantom friends. Yet, there seem to be challenges surrounding historic norms of 'wifely duties', that make us wonder- Is this a Phantom Friend, or Foe?

This investigation sparks an array of questions about life after death and the unknown. It's an exploration that blends the ordinary with the extraordinary, the comical with the somber, and the earthly with the otherworldly.

 

Music: Blue Dot Sessions

Delicates
Sun Spots
Desmontes
New Crescent

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103. Sexy Paranormal Moment

With special guests, Stephanie and Dawn, Abbey takes a peek into the supernatural world with a fresh lens. In a profoundly spirited discussion, this episode explores the intriguing world of paranormal investigations and empathic abilities. Our guests recount eerie, paranormal experiences beginning at childhood. Stephanie sheds light on her personal journey developing mediumship skills, and brings forth the crucial aspect of drawing boundaries between “normal” life and the distracting unseen world.
This conversation, for skeptics and believers alike, is sure to widen your perspective and evoke curiosity about the unexplained.

 

Music: Blue Dot Sessions

Delicates
Voyager
Sun Spots
Entrap
Overlook
Cherie's Polvo

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102. Car NOT For Sale

This episode delves into the significance of acquiring your driver's license and the celebration of a first car. Enjoy an engaging conversation with Liz, a friend who found the path to independence in her iconic pink 'Rambler’. Weaved throughout are the family ties that shape our lives, ultimately leading to that first car and brand new experiences. It's a lively testament to how a car can be more than just an object but a pivotal part of our growing up story.  

A case in point, the twist in the story when a stranger shows interest in buying Liz's beloved Rambler, brings to light the important role of unexpected encounters in shaping our lives.

Rediscover your formative experiences as this episode reminds you of the thrill and charm of teenage life. Join us and bask in the shared joy of our weird and wonderfully ordinary lives.

101. One Hundred and One Ums

In celebration of 100 episodes (and at least 101 "um"s recorded), Abbey shares the triumphs and tribulations of podcasting. What she's learned in four years of creating this show, the advice she ignores, and the moments that make it worth it. Tune in to hear some of the most memorable episodes, and un-released cringey stories from the cutting room floor.

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100. The Square Peg

Abbey’s middle school Bible teacher was a square peg. An introverted goth, artist, musician, and long-term Christian school educator. He never followed the “normal” path in life, which made him an outsider in his own religious community.

Abbey gets the dish on how he landed in this conservative environment, and how he survived it.
And she asks an important question: “Was I your most annoying student?”

99. De-escalation Dee Dee

As a youngster, Dawn experienced injury at the hands of other kids (and her own clumsiness). Some of it is hilariously ridiculous, and some is the stuff of Gen X legend. And along the way she learned how to handle herself. Channeling her fight/flight mechanism towards creative de-escalation of tricky situations. Is it enough to keep her safe? And at what cost?

 

Music: Blue Dot Sessions
Vernouillet 
We Collect Shiny Things
Fifteen Street
Desmontes

98. Dear Dee Dee

“I never felt at home in my body."
Dee Dee’s notes and diary are full of misadventure, cringey exploration, and the drama of french kissing. Yet, in the margins of those stories are lessons about how to manage other people's reactions to your body, (ie. Boys, Men, and your own Mother). 

Listen in, laugh along, and commiserate. 
Love, Dawn W.

Music- Blue Note:
Peacoat
Crumbletown
Glass Runner
La Marais
Long Time Rye
Monder
Sebring

97. Girl On Girl Crime

Mean Girl stories, we've all got em. We're going back to Abbey's notes from middle school to explore these "girl conflicts" and what they do to our psyches. Including how we respond to these horrible feelings of exclusion now- as grown adults.

96. Forever a Rescuer

Becoming a lifeguard at 16 years old, you unknowingly make a lifelong commitment to be a First Responder. In what other ways does this "first job" impact your life and career trajectory? Tune in to hear what we did after pool guarding: bay and beach guarding, white water rafting, and teaching Doctors how to do CPR.

[This episode describes medical emergencies, and mentions death.]

 

Fresno's Mason-Dixon Line The Atlantic

Music-
Blue Dot Sessions: Let Go Gecko
Kevin MacLeod: Maccary Bay, Easy Jam

95. No Video Evidence

Cruise into the afterhours lifeguard scene, complete with pirate costumes, reggae, swims under the moonlight, and running from the cops.

Lifeguard parties started at hire- at 16- so we also explore the weirdness of partying with your Coach or Boss, and the awkward (and important) transition from High School to College-age Person in Charge.

[This episode describes near-drowning experiences.]

 

Music:
Blue Dot Sessions-
Hash Out
Highway 430
Arizona Moon
Plum King
Ivory Pillow
The Sermon

The High Decibels- Cut Loose

Spiedkiks- Freckles Hairslides