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Alive, I Guess Podcast
Some days you're thriving, other days you're just… alive, I guess.
Hosted by RJ GayByrd, Alive, I Guess Podcast is where women and queer folks come to stop feeling like they're failing at life. This isn't about highlight reels or curated wins - this is about the messy, unglamorous, hard parts of being human that we usually keep quiet.
Every week, RJ shares raw stories from their life as a queer, Black, non-binary person navigating sobriety, mental health, identity, relationships, and everything…
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Episode 48 - Therapy Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ shares how therapy helped them understand their identity beyond achievement, process trauma…
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Episode 47 -Golden Child Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ reflects on growing up as the “golden child” on both sides of their family and how…
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Episode 46 - Depression Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ shares their personal experiences with depression, discusses the importance of recognizing…
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Episode 45 - Top Surgery Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ shares their personal journey with top surgery, exploring the emotional, financial, and…
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Episode 44 - Healing Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ explores the ongoing nature of healing, dispelling common misconceptions and sharing…
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Episode 43 - Marriage Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, to celebrate their 10 year anniversary, RJ and their wife Zhané reflect on their decade-long…
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Episode 42 - Love Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ explores the multifaceted nature of love, including romantic, platonic, self-love, and how…
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Episode 41 - Anxiety Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ shares their personal journey with anxiety, exploring its roots, how it manifests, and the…
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Episode 40 - Spirituality Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ shares their personal journey with spirituality, exploring its role in their life, fears…
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Episode 39 - Grief Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ explores the complex and personal journey of grief, and emphasizes that it is a non-linear…
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Episode 38 - Daddy Issues Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ shares their personal journey dealing with daddy issues, exploring how their relationship…
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Episode 37 - Getting Old Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ shares their personal journey of embracing aging, reflecting on mortality, and living life…
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Episode 36 - Personal Rebrand Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ shares their personal journey of rebranding themself, overcoming fears, and embracing growth…
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Episode 35 - Burnout Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ explores the complex topic of burnout, its signs, causes, and practical strategies for…
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Episode 34 - Shedding Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ shares their personal journey through bodily shedding, including hair, weight, and style…
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Episode 33 - Inner Child Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ explores the concept of inner child work, sharing personal insights and practical steps to…
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Episode 32 - Liberation Be Happenin w/ Dr. Cornell
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ sits down with Dr. Cornell Verdeja-Woodson to talk liberation, masculinity, and what it…
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Episode 31 - Self Care Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ explores the true meaning of self-care, emphasizing its importance for mental and physical…
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Episode 30 - Mama’s ‘Girl’ Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ shares a heartfelt journey through their relationship with their mom, exploring love…
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Episode 29 - Discernment Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ shares a heartfelt reflection on personal challenges, the importance of discernment, and…
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Episode 28 - The Shift Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ explores the gradual shift from difficult seasons to brighter days, emphasizing the…
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Episode 27 - Family Breakups Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ explores the complex dynamics of family breakups, their types, emotional impact, and ways to…
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Episode 26 - Retired Crashout Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ explores the concept of being a retired crashout, sharing personal stories, emotional…
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Episode 25 - Transparency Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ explores the importance of living a transparent life, sharing personal experiences about…
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Episode 24 - Sometimes, Nothing Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ explores the experience of feeling stuck or in a period of nothingness, emphasizing the…
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Episode 23 - The Glow Up Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ shares their personal journey of their glow up, emphasizing the importance of internal work…
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Episode 22 - Boundaries Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ discusses the importance of boundaries, how to set them, and their impact on personal growth…
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Episode 21 - Codependency Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ discusses the complexities of codependency, its roots, manifestations, and strategies for…
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Episode 20 - Black Creativity Be Happenin w/ SōLauren
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ sits down with SōLauren, a Black, queer artist and creative from San Francisco — and the…
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Episode 19 - Nostalgia Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ explores the nature of nostalgia, its impact on our lives, and how to embrace it healthily…
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Episode 18 - Big Sister Duties Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ shares a heartfelt reflection on the role of being a big sister, the responsibilities…
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Episode 17 - Unemployment Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ shares a candid and insightful journey through a year of unemployment, exploring its…
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Episode 16 - Making New Friends Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ explores the complexities of making new friends as an adult, sharing personal insights and…
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Episode 15 - Impostor Syndrome Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ explores imposter syndrome, its impact on success, and practical ways to overcome it. This…
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Episode 14 - Life After Ball Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ reflects on their 10-year anniversary since retiring from basketball, exploring the…
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Episode 13 - Birthday Blues Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ shares personal insights and lessons learned from experiencing multiple birthday blues and…
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Episode 12 - Too Much Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ discusses the challenges of maintaining mental health and sanity in a chaotic world. They…
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Episode 11 - Heartbreak Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ delves into the complex emotions surrounding heartbreak, especially as Valentine's Day…
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Episode 10 - That Gay Sh*t Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, host RJ shares their personal journey of coming out as a Queer, Non-Binary individual. They…
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Episode 9 - Losing Motivation Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive I Guess Podcast, RJ delves into the complexities of losing motivation, exploring its causes, signs, and…
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Episode 8 - The Strong Friend Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive I Guess Podcast, RJ explores the complexities of being the 'strong friend' in social circles. They discuss the…
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Episode 7 - Money Troubles Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive I Guess Podcast, RJ delves into the often-taboo topic of money troubles, exploring the emotional and…
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Episode 6 - Feeling Lost Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, host RJ delves into the complex feelings of being lost, particularly in the context of personal…
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Episode 5 - Sobriety Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive I Guess Podcast, RJ shares their personal journey to sobriety, discussing the challenges and triumphs they faced…
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Episode 4 - Rest Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive I Guess Podcast, host RJ discusses the critical importance of rest, especially during the busy holiday season…
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Episode 3 - Holiday Grief Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive I Guess Podcast, RJ delves into the complexities of holiday grief, discussing the emotional challenges many face…
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Episode 2 - Starting Over Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ discusses the theme of starting over, emphasizing its importance in personal growth and…
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Episode 1 - AIGP Be Happenin
Send us Fan Mail In the inaugural episode of the Alive, I Guess Podcast, RJ introduces themselves and the purpose of the podcast, which is to create a safe…