Hi friends! It's been a while since you've heard from us, so we want to update you on all the goings-on with the Real FM Podcast Network. We've had so much fun with The Really Real Podcast, but we feel like it's time to try some new things. If you loved the fun we've had on this show, check the new Real FM Rewind podcast (https://real.fm/podcasts/real-fm-rewind). Or if you really dig our in-depth spiritual conversations, take a look at Faith Refresh (https://real.fm/podcasts/faith-refresh). We've got more exciting content on the way as well, so come and join us!

On this spring's final episode of The Really Real Podcast, Kara details her fancy new patio swing (11:32), Isaac trains Real FM Bot on how to buy a car (17:06), Ansen gives a shout-out to a passenger that successfully landed an airplane (23:00), and the group discusses a quote from Seth Godin about creating a life you don't feel the need to escape from (33:53).

In this episode of the Really Real Podcast, Isaac gives a shout out to non-severe thunderstorms (13:27), Ansen coaxes Real FM Bot into helping Kara navigate conflict (17:11), and Kara fangirls (just a little) over Benedict Cumberbatch (25:07). Finally, the group debates one of the most controversial quotes they've tackled thus far: "If you genuinely want something, don't wait for it — teach yourself to be impatient." (30:34)

In this episode, Ansen pushes through his idiosyncrasy and embraces spring weather (13:50), Kara teaches Real FM Bot to take over Isaac's podcast (18:28), Isaac celebrates some friends' parenting efforts (25:47), and the group peels back the layers on a short but powerful quote from Susan B. Anthony: "Independence is happiness" (32:51).

Kara shares why she enjoys consuming books and podcasts about personal development (11:03), Isaac repurposes Real FM bot to inspire Ansen during his workouts (18:03), Ansen gives a shout out to a church friend (22:17), and the group debates the merits of spending more time on your strengths rather than your weaknesses (29:29).

In this episode, Isaac enlists his teenage sister as a movie critic (14:33), Ansen replaces Kara on the radio with a robot (19:55), Kara introduces us to a community college advisor named Mr. Fritz (28:48), and we discuss where we agree and disagree with Albert Einstein's take on how to live a happy life (36:32).

On this week's episode, Ansen discusses the importance of "just-for-fun" creative hobbies (13:32), Kara programs Real FM bot to help Isaac with taxes and small-talk (23:07), Isaac gives a shout-out to Polish moms, and the group discusses a quote from the 2011 American comedy classic, Bridesmaids (34:29).

In this episode, Kara goes old-school and rents some movies (11:42), Isaac helps Real FM Bot learn how to help Ansen go to the doctor and go shopping (15:30), Ansen reflects on what Mikaela Shiffrin's Olympic experience can teach us about life (22:11), and the group takes on a famous quote from Steve Jobs about living your own life (30:10).

Ansen, Kara, and Isaac are back for 2022! In this episode, Isaac shares how he's ready for warmer weather (11:22), Ansen unleashes Real FM's very own proprietary AI to help with Kara's errands (14:04), and Kara celebrates an inspiring young snowboarder (23:12). Then, the whole gang ponders the so-called "power of positive thinking" in reaction to a quote from Henry Ford (27:30).

In the final Really Real Podcast episode of 2021, Kara describes the magical properties of Zumba (15:55), Isaac declares each co-host of the show to be an Olympic athlete (20:54), Ansen reviews unique pizza topping combos (29:43), and special guest Christy Rodriguez teaches the crew the way of the extrovert (39:08).

Isaac shares why he enjoys drawing (9:31), Ansen decides to Jesus juke the Multiverse of Madness segment (16:04), Kara reviews glamping (27:34), and special guest Dri Bayer joins the show to chat about the joys and challenges of parenting (33:02).

In this episode of The Really Real Podcast, Ansen looks forward to the Olympics (12:34), Kara introduces small changes to the universe that have a big impact (17:39), Isaac reviews COVID-19 like it's a bad restaurant (28:27), and special guest Justin Rusinowski joins the show to discuss what the heck epistemology means, and more importantly, why it matters (35:00).

In this episode, Kara wants to get back into reading (09:53), Isaac leads an animal revolt (14:30), Ansen reviews building a computer (22:52), and special guest Scott Thompson joins us for a conversation how to integrate our faith and work (33:38).

In this episode, Isaac shares the joy of making mixtapes, er, playlists, for others (13:18), the NWA Avengers assemble (18:50), Kara relives a harrowing experience with her cat (29:11), and special guest Mark Hansen joins us for a conversation on adoption, including what it can teach us about the nature of God's love (34:50).

In this episode, Ansen shares about learning to recognize the value in things that don't fit our taste (10:26), Kara asks some "what if" questions (16:00), Isaac reviews giving his dog a bath (26:00), and special guest Tracy Balzer joins us for a conversation in the ins and outs of how contemplative spirituality can improve our relationship with God (30:56).

In this episode of The Really Real Podcast, Kara talks trying new recipes (12:58), Isaac asks what the world would be like if the the Real FM team took over the country (18:07), Ansen reviews his wireless earbuds (25:25), and guest Jennifer Watson joins us for a conversation on brokenness and breakthrough (33:00).

Ansen, Kara, and Isaac are back with new episodes of the Really Real Podcast! Isaac shares the joys of being a beginner in a new hobby (12:17), Ansen leads the gang on a trip through the Multiverse (16:42), Kara reviews her bougie coffee-maker (24:11), and the group welcomes guest Keri Corn for a conversation on one of culture's hottest topics: mental health (28:25).

In the final Spring 2021 episode of the Really Real Podcast, Isaac admits he'd prefer just staying mentally checked out on current events right now (13:22) Kara shares an idea from Jon Acuff about changing the soundtracks playing in our brains (19:55), Ansen moderates "Favorite Thing Faceoff" between two special guests (24:20), and the group discusses how words like certainty and doubt relate to the Word of the Week: "Faith" (31:22).

In Episode 71 of The Really Real Podcast, Isaac proposes the idea of focusing on marginal gains (8:28), Ansen boasts about his Google searching proficiency (13:40), Kara takes us into the world of competitive towel folding (19:33), and the group discusses why and how we tend to get "stuck" (26:32).

In Episode 70 of the Really Real Podcast, Ansen shares a quote about God's design for men and women to be co-laborers in the Kingdom (13:50), Kara admits that she likes hanging out underneath her desk (20:34), Isaac introduces us to a slightly disturbing school mascot (24:37), and we discuss an aspirational "Word of the Week" in "gentleness" (30:30).