Because We Said So - Gen X Unfilteredhttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/because-we-said-so-gen-x-unfiltered--6776174enComedy InterviewsCopyright Fran Boecherhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/33adbab1d0863cc1aa95c756a28554b8.jpgBecause We Said So - Gen X Unfilteredhttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/because-we-said-so-gen-x-unfiltered--6776174Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:10:04 +0000Fran BoecherFran Boecherfeeds@spreaker.comRaised on MTV, sarcasm & hose water - Fran, along with guest co-hosts, serves up unfiltered Gen X truth bombs about parenting, pop culture & surviving adulthood with a side of dark humor.truefad19d06-0e66-514e-ab61-5b7845f8a321episodicSeason 2 - Episode 9 - Ghost Girl's Guide to Haunted New York | Theresa St. Johnhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/season-2-episode-9-ghost-girl-s-guide-to-haunted-new-york-theresa-st-john--75867109Roadtrip New York: Searching for the Paranormal. They talk haunted locations, unexplained experiences, and the stories behind some of New York's most mysterious destinations.

Plus, Theresa shares what's next for her...and it's spooky!

**You can find Roadtrip New York: Searching for the Paranormal at Barnes & Noble or on Amazon at: https://amzn.to/3V6ii8d

Please follow Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered on Instagram, FaceBook, becausewesaidsopodcast.com or email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com

**Please be advised that if you make a purchase using my Amazon link, I may earn a small commission at absolutely no cost to you. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75867109Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:10:02 +0000Fran BoecherIn this spooky episode, author and paranormal enthusiast Theresa St. John, known as Ghost Girl, joins Fran to discuss her book Roadtrip New York: Searching for the Paranormal. They talk haunted locations, unexplained experiences, and the stories...Roadtrip New York: Searching for the Paranormal. They talk haunted locations, unexplained experiences, and the stories behind some of New York's most mysterious destinations.

Plus, Theresa shares what's next for her...and it's spooky!

**You can find Roadtrip New York: Searching for the Paranormal at Barnes & Noble or on Amazon at: https://amzn.to/3V6ii8d

Please follow Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered on Instagram, FaceBook, becausewesaidsopodcast.com or email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com

**Please be advised that if you make a purchase using my Amazon link, I may earn a small commission at absolutely no cost to you. ]]>3863author,book,casper,creepy,ghost,halloween,haunted,haunting,paranormal,roadtrip,spooky,tourfalse29fullSeason 2 Episode 8 - Sgt Fury Has Entered The Chathttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/season-2-episode-8-sgt-fury-has-entered-the-chat--75588045
If you’ve got questions for Dan about his wrestling days, his character, the behind‑the‑scenes stories, or anything you’re curious about...send them in! Email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com We might just bring him back for a listener Q&A.

Follow us on Instagram, FaceBook, visit our website at becausewesaidsopodcast.com or email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75588045Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:10:02 +0000Fran BoecherCoach Dan steps back into his past life as Sgt. Fury and shares how he got into professional wrestling, what it taught him, and why chasing your wild ideas matters. It’s a quick, fun, high‑energy conversation - and honestly, we barely scratched the...
If you’ve got questions for Dan about his wrestling days, his character, the behind‑the‑scenes stories, or anything you’re curious about...send them in! Email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com We might just bring him back for a listener Q&A.

Follow us on Instagram, FaceBook, visit our website at becausewesaidsopodcast.com or email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com]]>1299false28fullGen X-tra Episode - I Read It On Reddit - Part 3https://www.spreaker.com/episode/gen-x-tra-episode-i-read-it-on-reddit-part-3--75774629
This story is being read with permission from the Reddit user: u/pentyworth223 (follow him on Reddit)! from the sub-Reddit r/TheDarkArchive. The story is titled, "My Wife and I Got Trapped in an Endless Supermarket. Someone Left Us Rules for Surviving It. Part 3."

Make sure to follow Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered on Instagram, FaceBook, genxunfilteredpodcast.com or email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com


]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75774629Wed, 14 Oct 2026 02:42:56 +0000Fran BoecherI Read it on Reddit is back from another Gen X-tra episode! Welcome back to Part 3 of this nightmare journey into the endless supermarket, which brings the tension to a new level. After taking dangerous risks and pushing past the boundaries of the...
This story is being read with permission from the Reddit user: u/pentyworth223 (follow him on Reddit)! from the sub-Reddit r/TheDarkArchive. The story is titled, "My Wife and I Got Trapped in an Endless Supermarket. Someone Left Us Rules for Surviving It. Part 3."

Make sure to follow Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered on Instagram, FaceBook, genxunfilteredpodcast.com or email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com


]]>1531dark,entertainment,fiction,genx,horror,reddit,spooky,storiesfalse27bonusSeason 2 Episode 6 - Coach Dan is Back!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/season-2-episode-6-coach-dan-is-back--75588025
In Part 2, we rewind to a completely different chapter of his life - his days in the ring as Sgt. Fury. Dan shares how he got into professional wrestling, when he knew it was time to retire, and why going after your dreams (even the wild ones) matters more than getting them perfect.

Together, these conversations paint a picture of someone who keeps showing up - whether the season is falling apart or the spotlight is calling. It’s about resilience, reinvention, and giving yourself permission to pursue the things that light you up.

Disclaimer: Personal experiences only; not medical or training advice.

Please follow Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered on Instagram, FaceBook, check out the website at becausewesaidsopodcast.com or email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75588025Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:50:02 +0000Fran BoecherAcross these two episodes, Coach Dan lets us see the full spectrum of what it means to chase big goals, and what happens when life rewrites the script. In Part 1, Dan opens up about the race season he trained for but never got to run. An unexpected...
In Part 2, we rewind to a completely different chapter of his life - his days in the ring as Sgt. Fury. Dan shares how he got into professional wrestling, when he knew it was time to retire, and why going after your dreams (even the wild ones) matters more than getting them perfect.

Together, these conversations paint a picture of someone who keeps showing up - whether the season is falling apart or the spotlight is calling. It’s about resilience, reinvention, and giving yourself permission to pursue the things that light you up.

Disclaimer: Personal experiences only; not medical or training advice.

Please follow Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered on Instagram, FaceBook, check out the website at becausewesaidsopodcast.com or email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com]]>2845coaching,fitness,injuries,race,rebuild,rehabilitation,spartan,trainingfalse26fullSeason 2 Episode 5 - My Sister & A Spooky Bookhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/season-2-episode-5-my-sister-a-spooky-book--75414363
It's a short and fun introduction to the book...and yes...it was recorded immediately after leaving the book signing, while everything was still fresh...and scary.

Book: Roadtrip New York, Searching For The Paranormal by Theresa St. John

You can find the book at:

https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-74e9a745/list/B10CAFVJH495?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_list_d&tag=francineboech-20

Folow our podcast on Instagram, FaceBook and email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75414363Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:41:52 +0000Fran BoecherIn this quick episode, Fran is joined by her sister for a casual conversation about the spooky book they had just attended the signing for. Her sister shares how she met the author, how she became involved with the book, and provides a general idea of...
It's a short and fun introduction to the book...and yes...it was recorded immediately after leaving the book signing, while everything was still fresh...and scary.

Book: Roadtrip New York, Searching For The Paranormal by Theresa St. John

You can find the book at:

https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-74e9a745/list/B10CAFVJH495?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_list_d&tag=francineboech-20

Folow our podcast on Instagram, FaceBook and email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com]]>1089author,books,genx,haunted,luxebeat,paranormal,spookyfalse25fullGen Xtra Episode - I Read it on Reddit - Part 2https://www.spreaker.com/episode/gen-xtra-episode-i-read-it-on-reddit-part-2--75444833
Grab your beverage, settle in, and let's get back into the story!

Reddit:

r/TheDarkArchive
u/pentyworth223

Follow this writer on Reddit!

Follow the podcast on Instagram and FaceBook. Email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com

Thanks for listening!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75444833Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:03:41 +0000Fran BoecherWe're back with Part 2 of our Reddit story, "My Wife and I Got Trapped in an Endless Supermarket. Someone Left Us Rules for Surviving It." This one is a Gen Xtra - a bonus episode dropping on a Tuesday because, why not? Sometimes you just need the...
Grab your beverage, settle in, and let's get back into the story!

Reddit:

r/TheDarkArchive
u/pentyworth223

Follow this writer on Reddit!

Follow the podcast on Instagram and FaceBook. Email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com

Thanks for listening!]]>1452genx,halloween,haunted,horror,reddit,spooky,storiesfalse2bonusGen X-tra Episode - I Read it on Reddit - Part 1https://www.spreaker.com/episode/gen-x-tra-episode-i-read-it-on-reddit-part-1--75336450
In this episode, I’m stepping into the creepy side of Reddit with “My Wife and I Got Trapped in an Endless Supermarket. Someone Left Us Rules for Surviving It.”  It starts with an ordinary couple, an ordinary supermarket…and then things get very, very strange. Endless aisles, unexplained rules, and the growing realization that getting out may not be as simple as finding the exit. So turn down the lights, settle in, and come with me into the endless supermarket.

Story Credit:

“My Wife and I Got Trapped in an Endless Supermarket. Someone Left Us Rules for Surviving It.”
Written by Reddit user u/pentyworth223 and originally posted to r/TheDarkArchive.

Read on Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered with permission from the author.

All rights to the original story remain with its author, u/pentyworth223

Follow Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram, FaceBook, or email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75336450Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:25:13 +0000Fran BoecherWhat happens when a normal trip to the supermarket turns into something you can’t escape? In this episode, I’m stepping into the creepy side of Reddit with “My Wife and I Got Trapped in an Endless Supermarket. Someone Left Us Rules for Surviving...
In this episode, I’m stepping into the creepy side of Reddit with “My Wife and I Got Trapped in an Endless Supermarket. Someone Left Us Rules for Surviving It.”  It starts with an ordinary couple, an ordinary supermarket…and then things get very, very strange. Endless aisles, unexplained rules, and the growing realization that getting out may not be as simple as finding the exit. So turn down the lights, settle in, and come with me into the endless supermarket.

Story Credit:

“My Wife and I Got Trapped in an Endless Supermarket. Someone Left Us Rules for Surviving It.”
Written by Reddit user u/pentyworth223 and originally posted to r/TheDarkArchive.

Read on Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered with permission from the author.

All rights to the original story remain with its author, u/pentyworth223

Follow Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram, FaceBook, or email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com

]]>18501900s,1980s,creepy,fall,genx,reddit,spooktober,spookyfalse24fullSeason 2 Episode 3 - Apparently We Need a Podcast to Hang Out - Part 2https://www.spreaker.com/episode/season-2-episode-3-apparently-we-need-a-podcast-to-hang-out-part-2--75077884
More laughs, more "OMG, I forgot about that!" moments, and more proof that Gen X really did grow up in  a completely different world.

Raised on MTV, sarcasm and hose water.

Follow us on Instagram, FaceBook and email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75077884Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:39:05 +0000Fran BoecherJulie is back for Part 2, and the Gen X nostalgia keeps coming. We're talking everything from Exclamation perfume to the random memories that somehow stick with us decades later. More laughs, more "OMG, I forgot about that!" moments, and more proof...
More laughs, more "OMG, I forgot about that!" moments, and more proof that Gen X really did grow up in  a completely different world.

Raised on MTV, sarcasm and hose water.

Follow us on Instagram, FaceBook and email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com]]>31561980s,80s,friends,genx,laughs,mtv,nostalgiafalse23fullSeason 2 Episode 2 - Apparently We Need a Podcast to Hang Out - Part 1https://www.spreaker.com/episode/season-2-episode-2-apparently-we-need-a-podcast-to-hang-out-part-1--74869256
Follow Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered on Instagram, FaceBook and email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74869256Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:26:48 +0000Fran BoecherFran and her friend Julie planned on talking about the '80s...and then the conversation went absolutely everywhere. 90 minutes, lots of laughs, random tangents, and way too much fun for one episode - so we split it into two parts. And don't...
Follow Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered on Instagram, FaceBook and email us at genxunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com]]>294380s,comedy,friendships,genx,nostaligafalse22fullSeason 2 Episode 1 - I'm Back and I'm Not Going Anywhere!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/season-2-episode-1-i-m-back-and-i-m-not-going-anywhere--73177794
If you've been wondering where I've been, this episode answers it all. Thanks for sticking around, let's catch up!

Please follow Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram and FaceBook. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73177794Sun, 26 Jul 2026 15:23:33 +0000Fran BoecherAfter a much-needed break, Fran is officially back! In the Season 2 premiere, Fran catches you up on everything that's happened since the last episode. From balancing life as a preschool teacher to taking on a bigger role with Seafood Run, this summer...
If you've been wondering where I've been, this episode answers it all. Thanks for sticking around, let's catch up!

Please follow Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram and FaceBook. ]]>1709back,busy,genx,genxers,moms,season2,summertime,vacationfalse21fullEpisode 19 - You're Ruining My Memories Part 2https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-you-re-ruining-my-memories-part-2--72567912
Please follow Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered on FaceBook, Instagram and check out our website at becausewesaidsopodcast.com. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72567912Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:00:02 +0000Fran BoecherIn part 2, Fran and Scott swap stories about travel, adventure, and the trip that finally convinced Fran to leave her comfort zone and head to Europe. From travel mishaps and memorable experiences to the benefits of seeing new places and cultures,...
Please follow Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered on FaceBook, Instagram and check out our website at becausewesaidsopodcast.com. ]]>1385brothers,europe,genx,siblings,sisters,travelfalse119fullEpisode 19 - You're Ruining My Memories - Part 1https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-you-re-ruining-my-memories-part-1--72542648
Unfortunately, Scott was running on fumes and brought the energy of a man who'd already mentally gone to bed. It may not have been the wild sibling showdown, but sometimes the best conversations are the ones that feel real, unfiltered, and familiar.

Don't worry...he'll be back!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72542648Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:31:40 +0000Fran BoecherPart 1 of 2. This week, Fran finally got her brother Scott on the podcast. If you were expecting years of sibling secrets, childhood dirt, and complete chaos...so were we. Unfortunately, Scott was running on fumes and brought the energy of a man...
Unfortunately, Scott was running on fumes and brought the energy of a man who'd already mentally gone to bed. It may not have been the wild sibling showdown, but sometimes the best conversations are the ones that feel real, unfiltered, and familiar.

Don't worry...he'll be back!]]>181480s,90s,brothers,genx,latchkey,siblings,sistersfalse119fullEpisode 18 - You Dirty, Dirty Savageshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-you-dirty-dirty-savages--72022967
From hidden idols and strategic deception to fake alliances and absolute gym-wide paranoia, Team Unhinged Savages admits to tactics that leave Steve questioning everything he thought he knew about friendly competition. 

Stay tuned for Part 2, after the confessional videos are released...]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72022967Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:08 +0000Fran BoecherFran and Laura sit down with Steve and finally reveal the truth, or some of it, behind the latest gym Survivor-themed challenge, and poor Steve finds out in real time that he may have been living among complete psychopaths. From hidden idols and...
From hidden idols and strategic deception to fake alliances and absolute gym-wide paranoia, Team Unhinged Savages admits to tactics that leave Steve questioning everything he thought he knew about friendly competition. 

Stay tuned for Part 2, after the confessional videos are released...]]>1224alliance,challenge,deception,gym,idol,survivorfalse118fullEpisode 17 - Becoming Herself Againhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-becoming-herself-again--71356427
Follow Katie on Instagram @the_groundedcollective ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71356427Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:15:02 +0000Fran BoecherIn this episode, Fran sits down with her friend Katie as she shares what it was like becoming a young mom, a young grandma with fifteen grandkids, and having the strength to survive breast cancer. They talk about rebuilding your identity after life...
Follow Katie on Instagram @the_groundedcollective ]]>3268grandma,midlife,parenting,reinventingfalse117fullEpisode 16 - Side Effects May Include...Regret?https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-side-effects-may-include-regret--71202325
Disclaimer: This episode reflects personal opinions only. It is not medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, or make decisions about your health. Always talk with a qualified healthcare professional about your own situation.

Resources: 


]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71202325Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:10:02 +0000Fran BoecherFran sits down with Steve, and Laura dig into the GLP-1 conversation everyone’s having but no one’s saying out loud. They break down what the drug actually does, the side effects people don’t talk about, and how to weigh real medical benefits against...
Disclaimer: This episode reflects personal opinions only. It is not medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, or make decisions about your health. Always talk with a qualified healthcare professional about your own situation.

Resources: 


]]>3075genx,glp1,health,midlife,ozempic,semaglutide,weightfalse116fullEpisode 15 - Apparently Things Were Working Out Righthttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-apparently-things-were-working-out-right--71055163
If you want to see the project that ended up being the unexpected “it all makes sense now” moment, take a peek at the website Fran designed: https://seafoodrunllc.com

Please follow Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered on FaceBook and Instagram.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71055163Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:00:03 +0000Fran BoecherIn this episode, Fran looks back on a season where nothing seemed to go right...plans stalled, doors closed, and every path felt like a dead end. But with a little distance, the pattern becomes clear: things were actually falling into place the whole...
If you want to see the project that ended up being the unexpected “it all makes sense now” moment, take a peek at the website Fran designed: https://seafoodrunllc.com

Please follow Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered on FaceBook and Instagram.]]>1247genx,journey,path,unexpected,websitefalse115fullEpisode 14 - The Years No One Believed Me: Our P.A.N.D.A.S. Storyhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-the-years-no-one-believed-me-our-p-a-n-d-a-s-story--70840384
What started as subtle changes turned into years of confusion, fear, and frustration—made even harder by the fact that almost no one believed anything was wrong. Except for one extraordinary school counselor who saw what others didn’t.

Fran shares the emotional toll of advocating for a child when the world insists everything is “fine,” the heartbreak of watching him struggle, and the long road toward answers. And then, the part every parent needs to hear: he’s now a thriving freshman in college.

This episode is raw, honest, and ultimately hopeful. If you’re in the thick of it—fighting for your kid, feeling dismissed, or carrying the weight of worry—you’re not alone. There is a path forward. There are people who will listen. And sometimes, telling your story lifts a weight you didn’t realize you were still carrying. 

Resources & Hope:

If you’re listening to this episode because you’re in the thick of something similar—confusion, fear, dismissal, or that gut‑level certainty that something is wrong with your child—you’re not alone. P.A.N.D.A.S. can be incredibly hard to navigate, especially when symptoms come on suddenly and don’t fit neatly into what people expect. Here are a few credible, general‑information resources that can help you learn more and feel less alone:

General Information About P.A.N.D.A.S.
  • Cleveland Clinic - P.A.N.D.A.S. Overview.
  • A clear, accessible explanation of what P.A.N.D.A.S. is, the types of symptoms that may appear, and how providers approach diagnosis and treatment.
    (This is the source Fran used for definitions and symptom descriptions.)
  • National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) – PANS & PANDAS Q&A
    Offers general information about sudden-onset symptoms, what researchers know, and how families can seek support.
Support & Community
  • PANDAS Physicians Network (PPN)
    Provides general educational resources and helps families understand what coordinated care can look like.
  • PANDAS Network
    Shares family stories and general guidance for navigating conversations with healthcare providers.
💛 A Note of Hope If you’re in the middle of this journey, please hear this: things can get better.
Symptoms can change. Kids can stabilize. Families can find the right support. And sometimes, the person who finally sees your child clearly is that one counselor, teacher, or provider who listens when no one else does. My son went from years of struggle to thriving as a freshman in college. That doesn’t erase what we went through, but it proves something I want every parent to hold onto: You are not imagining things. You are not overreacting. You are not alone. And there is a path forward.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70840384Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:35:02 +0000Fran BoecherIn this deeply personal solo episode, Fran opens up about one of the hardest chapters of her life: her son’s journey with P.A.N.D.A.S. What started as subtle changes turned into years of confusion, fear, and frustration—made even harder by the fact...
What started as subtle changes turned into years of confusion, fear, and frustration—made even harder by the fact that almost no one believed anything was wrong. Except for one extraordinary school counselor who saw what others didn’t.

Fran shares the emotional toll of advocating for a child when the world insists everything is “fine,” the heartbreak of watching him struggle, and the long road toward answers. And then, the part every parent needs to hear: he’s now a thriving freshman in college.

This episode is raw, honest, and ultimately hopeful. If you’re in the thick of it—fighting for your kid, feeling dismissed, or carrying the weight of worry—you’re not alone. There is a path forward. There are people who will listen. And sometimes, telling your story lifts a weight you didn’t realize you were still carrying. 

Resources & Hope:

If you’re listening to this episode because you’re in the thick of something similar—confusion, fear, dismissal, or that gut‑level certainty that something is wrong with your child—you’re not alone. P.A.N.D.A.S. can be incredibly hard to navigate, especially when symptoms come on suddenly and don’t fit neatly into what people expect. Here are a few credible, general‑information resources that can help you learn more and feel less alone:

General Information About P.A.N.D.A.S.
  • Cleveland Clinic - P.A.N.D.A.S. Overview.
  • A clear, accessible explanation of what P.A.N.D.A.S. is, the types of symptoms that may appear, and how providers approach diagnosis and treatment.
    (This is the source Fran used for definitions and symptom descriptions.)
  • National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) – PANS & PANDAS Q&A
    Offers general information about sudden-onset symptoms, what researchers know, and how families can seek support.
Support & Community
  • PANDAS Physicians Network (PPN)
    Provides general educational resources and helps families understand what coordinated care can look like.
  • PANDAS Network
    Shares family stories and general guidance for navigating conversations with healthcare providers.
💛 A Note of Hope If you’re in the middle of this journey, please hear this: things can get better.
Symptoms can change. Kids can stabilize. Families can find the right support. And sometimes, the person who finally sees your child clearly is that one counselor, teacher, or provider who listens when no one else does. My son went from years of struggle to thriving as a freshman in college. That doesn’t erase what we went through, but it proves something I want every parent to hold onto: You are not imagining things. You are not overreacting. You are not alone. And there is a path forward.]]>2698anxiety,hope,lyme,p.a.n.d.a.s.,p.a.n.s.,supportfalse114fullEpisode 13 - He Couldn't Find Good Seafood So He Went Out And Got Ithttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-he-couldn-t-find-good-seafood-so-he-went-out-and-got-it--70542393
If you've ever ordered from Seafood Run, .or just love a good real-life hustle story...this one's for you.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70542393Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:00:02 +0000Fran BoecherWhat started as a drive to Rhode Island for fresh seafood turned into a full-blown business. In this episode, Fran talks with Steve, the man behind Seafood Run, about how it all began, what goes into those early morning runs, and how he built it one...
If you've ever ordered from Seafood Run, .or just love a good real-life hustle story...this one's for you.]]>2493business,delivery,docks,entrepeneur,fish,fishing,lobster,ocean,seafoodfalse113fullEpisode 12 - You Can Take The Girl Out Of Yonkers...Part 2https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-you-can-take-the-girl-out-of-yonkers-part-2--70369004
We get honest about  what's happening to our bodies, what no one told us, and why Gen X women deserve better conversations around midlife. We talk symptoms, frustration, humor and how sometimes the only way through it is to laugh...loudly.

If you're in it, heading toward it, or love someone who is...this one's for you.

Make sure to subscribe, like, follow, stalk Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered on Instagram, FaceBook and wherever you're listening to this podcast right now.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70369004Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:00:02 +0000Fran BoecherJoy is back...still unfiltered, still very much from Yonkers, and still not censoring herself...Fran wouldn't want it any other way. This episode is marked explicit (again( because when we talk about hormones, hot flashes, mood swings, brain fog, and...
We get honest about  what's happening to our bodies, what no one told us, and why Gen X women deserve better conversations around midlife. We talk symptoms, frustration, humor and how sometimes the only way through it is to laugh...loudly.

If you're in it, heading toward it, or love someone who is...this one's for you.

Make sure to subscribe, like, follow, stalk Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered on Instagram, FaceBook and wherever you're listening to this podcast right now.]]>21791980s,1990s,friendship,genx,hormonal,hotflash,humor,menopause,midlife,womentrue112fullEpisode 11 - You Can Take The Girl Out Of Yonkers... Part 1https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-you-can-take-the-girl-out-of-yonkers-part-1--70368238
In part One of this unfiltered conversation, Fran is joined by her friend Joy... born and raised in Yonkers, honest to her core, and absolutely not here to censor herself. We dive into growing up in the 80s and 90s, what it's like to move away from where you're from, and how your roots follow you no matter where you land.

Fair warning: this episode is marked explicit. Joy has a mouth. And we used it.

The episode ends right when menopause enterered the chat...because that conversation deserves its own episode.

Part two is coming. And we're not whispering then either.

Please like, subscribe, share, follow wherever you are listening to this podcast and stalk Because We Said So: GenX Unfiltered on Instagram and FaceBook.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70368238Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:00:02 +0000Fran BoecherWhat happens when two Gen X women "just catch up" and end up talking for two and a half hours? In part One of this unfiltered conversation, Fran is joined by her friend Joy... born and raised in Yonkers, honest to her core, and absolutely not here to...
In part One of this unfiltered conversation, Fran is joined by her friend Joy... born and raised in Yonkers, honest to her core, and absolutely not here to censor herself. We dive into growing up in the 80s and 90s, what it's like to move away from where you're from, and how your roots follow you no matter where you land.

Fair warning: this episode is marked explicit. Joy has a mouth. And we used it.

The episode ends right when menopause enterered the chat...because that conversation deserves its own episode.

Part two is coming. And we're not whispering then either.

Please like, subscribe, share, follow wherever you are listening to this podcast and stalk Because We Said So: GenX Unfiltered on Instagram and FaceBook.]]>24851980s,1990s,80s,90s,cassettes,friendship,genx,menopause,midlife,nostalgia,yonkerstrue111fullEpisode 10 - Don’t Get Scammed: Fraud Warnings from a Former Banking Regulatorhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-don-t-get-scammed-fraud-warnings-from-a-former-banking-regulator--70309090
If you’ve been scammed: act fast...contact your bank, change passwords, enable 2FA, watch your accounts, freeze your credit, and report it. No shame, just action.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70309090Thu, 26 Feb 2026 22:27:36 +0000Fran BoecherFake bank calls, “Grandma, I’m in jail” scams, tech‑support nonsense...Fran has seen it all from her years overseeing the Consumer Assistance Unit in the banking regulation industry. She breaks down how scammers operate and how to protect yourself,...
If you’ve been scammed: act fast...contact your bank, change passwords, enable 2FA, watch your accounts, freeze your credit, and report it. No shame, just action.]]>1976banking,consumers,fraud,genx,phishing,regulation,scamsfalse110fullEpisode 9 - I'm An 80s Rock N Roll Girl All The Wayhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-i-m-an-80s-rock-n-roll-girl-all-the-way--70148564
Fay talks growing up with zero supervision, the soundtrack of her youth, life inside her special ed classroom, and what dating looks like now. Its nostalgic, honest and proof that age is just a number.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70148564Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:59:05 +0000Fran BoecherIn this episode, Fran sits down with her friend Fay...a woman somewhere between Boomer grit and Gen X resilience...and she brings both. Fay talks growing up with zero supervision, the soundtrack of her youth, life inside her special ed classroom, and...
Fay talks growing up with zero supervision, the soundtrack of her youth, life inside her special ed classroom, and what dating looks like now. Its nostalgic, honest and proof that age is just a number.]]>334880s,boomer,divorced,genx,nostalgia,reinventing,spedfalse19fullEpisode 8 - If Not Now, When?https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-if-not-now-when--70030520
Here's the truth: someday has a sneaky way of turning into never. This is your little 12 minute reminder that you don't need permission. You don't need to be ready. You don't need everything perfectly lined up.

If not now...when?

Let this be the push.

Book recommendation: Make Your Bed by Admiral William McRaven (Ret)]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70030520Fri, 13 Feb 2026 02:10:40 +0000Fran BoecherIn this episode, Fran talks about that quiet nudge you've been ignoring...the thing you've been wanting to try, start, say, or change. The dream you keep pushing to "someday." Here's the truth: someday has a sneaky way of turning into never. This is...
Here's the truth: someday has a sneaky way of turning into never. This is your little 12 minute reminder that you don't need permission. You don't need to be ready. You don't need everything perfectly lined up.

If not now...when?

Let this be the push.

Book recommendation: Make Your Bed by Admiral William McRaven (Ret)]]>734false18fullEpisode 7 - I'm Just Here For The Snacks And Commercialshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-i-m-just-here-for-the-snacks-and-commercials--69881046
If you like this episode please subscribe, like, share, follow on Instagram and Facebook and do all the things..thank you!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69881046Mon, 09 Feb 2026 01:56:53 +0000Fran BoecherIn this fun Big Game Sunday episode of Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered, Fran tackles one of America's biggst TV traditions...not just the game, but everything that comes with it. Fran is joined by Patriots superfan Steve and Bills fanatic Laura,...
If you like this episode please subscribe, like, share, follow on Instagram and Facebook and do all the things..thank you!]]>2436comedy,football,patriots,seahawks,seattlefalse17fullEpisode 6 - Oh, I like A Green Bananahttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-oh-i-like-a-green-banana--69727556
There is no neat bow on this episode, no big takeaway, and no carefully curated topic list. Just three people talking the way friends actually talk...unfiltered, unscripted, and occasionally asking, "How did we even get on this subject?"

If you like episodes that feel like sitting at the table with friends, coffee (or apple cider/ginger drinks) in hand, jumping from topic to topic and feeling oddly comforted by the chaos...this one's for you.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69727556Mon, 02 Feb 2026 01:51:30 +0000Fran BoecherSome episodes have a plan...this one did not. In this week's episode, Fran sits down with friends Steve and Laura as they talk about everything and also a whole lot of nothing. They bounce from random observations to real-life moments, laugh a lot and...
There is no neat bow on this episode, no big takeaway, and no carefully curated topic list. Just three people talking the way friends actually talk...unfiltered, unscripted, and occasionally asking, "How did we even get on this subject?"

If you like episodes that feel like sitting at the table with friends, coffee (or apple cider/ginger drinks) in hand, jumping from topic to topic and feeling oddly comforted by the chaos...this one's for you.]]>3210false16fullEpisode 5 - Bonus Episode - I'm A Teenager!!!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-bonus-episode-i-m-a-teenager--69603596
Fran may have been influenced by the trending movies at the time. It seems pretty obvious which movies influenced her writing. 

If this episode brings back memories, do Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered a favor...follow the podcast, rate it, and share it with someone who also survived being a Gen X teenager. And...if you ever wrote something back then that you would like to share send a message! Thanks for listening!

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603596Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:03:23 +0000Fran BoecherThis bonus episode is a throwback in the truest sense. Fran reads a story she wrote in high school - about being 17, skipping school with friends, borrowing a car, being completely boy-crazy and making the kind of choices that feel harmless at 17....
Fran may have been influenced by the trending movies at the time. It seems pretty obvious which movies influenced her writing. 

If this episode brings back memories, do Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered a favor...follow the podcast, rate it, and share it with someone who also survived being a Gen X teenager. And...if you ever wrote something back then that you would like to share send a message! Thanks for listening!

]]>10191980s,1990s,fiction,genx,teenagersfalse15fullEpisode 4 - Just Checking Inhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-just-checking-in--69539920
If this episode resonates, I'd love to hear from you. You can follow the podcast on social media and share what you've been feeling lately - messages, stories, recommendations, jokes, recipes, dedications, Christmas lists, grocery lists  or voice notes are always welcome!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69539920Thu, 22 Jan 2026 18:00:08 +0000Fran BoecherIn this solo episode of Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered, Fran offers a gentle check-in for anyone feeling tired, overwhelmed, or stuck in that in-between space. No hot takes...just real talk and a reminder that you're not alone. If this episode...
If this episode resonates, I'd love to hear from you. You can follow the podcast on social media and share what you've been feeling lately - messages, stories, recommendations, jokes, recipes, dedications, Christmas lists, grocery lists  or voice notes are always welcome!]]>953aging,check-in,genx,midlife,parentingfalse14fullEpisode 3 - You Don't Know What You're Missing Until You Have Ithttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-you-don-t-know-what-you-re-missing-until-you-have-it--69455407
This conversation is about showing up, choosing community, and realizing it's never too late to build meaningful friendships that support you, challenge you, and make life a whole lot better.

If you've ever felt like everyone else already found their people - and you somehow missed the memo - this one's for you.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69455407Thu, 15 Jan 2026 18:00:08 +0000Fran BoecherIn this episode, I sit down with my friend Steve to talk about finding your people later in life - when you're not in school anymore, your routines are set, and making new friends feels awkward at best and impossible at worst. We talk about how real...
This conversation is about showing up, choosing community, and realizing it's never too late to build meaningful friendships that support you, challenge you, and make life a whole lot better.

If you've ever felt like everyone else already found their people - and you somehow missed the memo - this one's for you.]]>4092friends,genxtrue13fullEpisode 2 - It's Not The Way It Used To Be - Part 2https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-it-s-not-the-way-it-used-to-be-part-2--69329179
Dan opens up about his fitness journey as well, it's an honest vulnerable conversation about grief, resilience, and how the gym can become a place of healing, connection and survival - not just training.

**Trigger Warning:
This episode includes discussion of mental illness and suicide. Please listen with care.

Support & Resources:





  • Suicide & Crisis Lifeline:
  • Call or text 988
  • Available 24/7 for confidential support
If you're outside the U.S.:
Find local support - 
  • Visit findahelpline.com to locate crisis lines worldwide
In an emergency
  • Call 911 or your local emergency number immediately
Reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.


]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69329179Thu, 08 Jan 2026 14:40:07 +0000Fran BoecherIn Part 2 of my conversation with Dan, we dig deeper into how fitness became such an important part of both of our lives. I share the origins of my own gym journey - how it started, why it stuck, and what it's meant to me beyond physical strength....
Dan opens up about his fitness journey as well, it's an honest vulnerable conversation about grief, resilience, and how the gym can become a place of healing, connection and survival - not just training.

**Trigger Warning:
This episode includes discussion of mental illness and suicide. Please listen with care.

Support & Resources:





  • Suicide & Crisis Lifeline:
  • Call or text 988
  • Available 24/7 for confidential support
If you're outside the U.S.:
Find local support - 
  • Visit findahelpline.com to locate crisis lines worldwide
In an emergency
  • Call 911 or your local emergency number immediately
Reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.


]]>3173fitness,genx,gym,unfilteredtrue12fullEpisode 1 - It's Not The Way It Used To Be - Part 1https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-it-s-not-the-way-it-used-to-be-part-1--69269876
We also dive into Dan's journey into Spartan racing, how he got started, what drew him to the challenge and how those races became more than just physical - they became mindset. The conversation went so deep and so long that we're breaking it into two parts, so consider this just the beginning.

Part two drops next week - and trust us, it's worth the wait.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69269876Thu, 01 Jan 2026 16:32:08 +0000Fran BoecherIn the first episode of Because We Said So: Gen X Unfiltered, I sit down with Coach Dan for a real, unfiltered conversation about parenting, honesty and growth. We talk about what it really looks like to be honest with your kids about your own past -...
We also dive into Dan's journey into Spartan racing, how he got started, what drew him to the challenge and how those races became more than just physical - they became mindset. The conversation went so deep and so long that we're breaking it into two parts, so consider this just the beginning.

Part two drops next week - and trust us, it's worth the wait.]]>3737genx,mindset,parentingtrue11fullComing Soon!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/coming-soon--68530556https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68530556Wed, 12 Nov 2025 01:39:30 +0000Fran BoecherWe raised ourselves. Now we have a podcast. Episode 1 coming soon!3780s,90s,generation,genx,midlife,xfalse1trailer