Bugs, Aging Parents, Childhood Fe...
Bugs, Aging Parents, Childhood Fears & Why We Still Panic
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Unfiltered at Fifty by Command Creative Studios
S1 · E12
Jul 31, 2026
01:03:08
Episode notes

Do childhood fears ever really go away?

In this hilarious and relatable episode of Unfiltered at Fifty, Jennifer and Kimberly dive into everything from terrifying bugs and childhood trauma to aging parents, parenting, travel mishaps, and why some fears never seem to leave us.

They share unforgettable stories about rafting disasters, porta-potties, reality TV survival shows, childhood disappointments, and learning how to encourage kids to keep trying even when things get hard. Along the way, they reflect on what it means to grow older while still carrying pieces of the kid you used to be.

If you've ever laughed at your irrational fears, worried about your parents getting older, or realized adulthood isn't nearly as put together as you expected, this episode is for you.

If you enjoy honest conversations abou ... 

Keywords
women over 50
friendship podcast
parenting podcast
AgingParents
childhood trauma
childhood fears
bugs phobia
midlife conversations
reality TV
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