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I Shake My Head

Get ready to laugh out loud with I Shake My Head, the hilarious weekly podcast hosted by Lisa Gibson and Samantha Sperling—best friends for over 20 years. These two middle-aged women tackle life with zero filters and a whole lot of humor! From menopausal rants and hot flash battles to nostalgic Gen X throwbacks, Lisa and Sam riff on everything from the absurdities of modern life to the everyday frustrations most people keep to themselves. With sharp wit, unapologetic honesty, and a touch of irreverence, they turn their conversations into pure comedy gold. Whether they’re venting about life’s curveballs, celebrating their quirks, or laughing at the ridiculousness of it all, Lisa and Sam’s friendship shines through, making every episode feel like you’re chatting with your funniest, most relatable friends. Tune in to I Shake My Head for laughter-filled, no-holds-barred chats that prove life’s frustrations are way easier to handle when you’ve got a great friend and a sense of humor!

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Dear God, Can't You Text!

Recent Episodes

June 6, 2025

Dear God, Can't You Text!

Is God trying to reach Lisa through her spam folder? Should he be more progressive and just text her instead? Why is happy hour always over before you're actually happy? Have you ever been flashed by a friend's sports bra in ...
May 30, 2025

Sex, Arm Flaps and Saggy Jeans

Is it possible to embrace your "freedom flaps" with pride after 55? Are you being a good friend when you point out their saggy ass jeans, or are you just being mean? Is there a connection between your favorite ice cream flavo...
May 23, 2025

Salty Secrets From The Drawer

Is your deepest workplace secret really just a well-stocked potato chip drawer, complete with half eaten bags for every mood swing? Are you traumatized by the cost of a two-person breakfast that somehow rivals your last groce...
May 16, 2025

When Sex And Ice Cream Collide

If vanilla ice cream is the missionary position of ice cream, what does that make Neapolitan or chocolate? Have you ever had your hopes dashed by a delinquent pigeon mom-three years in a row? Can potato chips or a McRib reall...
May 9, 2025

Food Cravings: The Smokey Maple McMuffin Debate

Do you agree that McDonald's Smoky Maple McMuffin is a breakfast game-changer or like Sam, do you draw the line at a sweet breakfast? Could a pair of plaid pants unlock your inner Chaka Khan and make you strut the office like the King of Kensington? Are dogs really smarter than humans, since they'r…
May 2, 2025

Baby News, Wine Woes and Pope Draft Picks

Could adopting pigeons at work make Lisa a new Mom? Is this her true destiny? It's fancy wine vs box wine. Are you drinking for sport or does the vibe change once the bottle costs more than your dinner? Who's your pick for th...

Recent Blog Posts

April 4, 2025

The Life We Lead

 This week, we unraveled quite the tale—literally. Lisa's underpants made headlines, spending a whole day worn backwards. It’s the ultimate cringe in fashion don’ts. Move over vogue, there’s a new trendsetter in town a…

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Jan. 10, 2025

Button Betrayal: MacGyver to the Rescue

 Hey there, friends of the podcast! It's your giggling duo, Samantha and Lisa, here to break down another episode of "I Shake My Head." Today’s episode is a riot of exploding buttons, impromptu MacGyver skills, and some pretty relatable…

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Dec. 27, 2024

"Menopausal Smells, QR Code Hatred & Delusional Declarations: The Hil…

  Hello, dear readers and fellow laughter enthusiasts! Let's dive right into this week’s episode of "I Shake My Head" — it's a veritable smorgasbord of comedic brilliance! Our indefatigable hosts, Samantha and Lisa, bring their …

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Reviews

Top Notch Pod!

"These ladies are crazy, nuts and super fun! They’re two Canadian ladies of a certain age (their wording-not mine) and they discuss random topics from pop culture, religion, politics, you name it!…"

Tina | May 2, 2025

♥️🇨🇦♥️

"I started listening to your podcast while living in Southern California and it brought me that piece of home. Now we have moved back home to Canada and I’m so happy and also look forward to listeni…"

Launa | April 28, 2025

Just what I need

"I’ve just reached episode 400 to catch up and you announced your new website. I had to check it out… I know I’m late. I think I’ll be caught up by summer. When I need a laugh this is where I turn…"

Amy | April 9, 2025

A Must

"Served these two ladies at Earls and could not stop laughing everytime I walked away from their table. Thank god they told me about their podcast. You won’t regret listening. Hope to see you guys aga…"

Leehaines | Feb. 12, 2025

Fantastic Fun, Right?! ;)

"I shake my head at people who haven’t listened to Lisa & Sam yet! Fun and entertaining ladies who just chat about dumb things in our everyday lives! We can ALL relate to them! They chat about hot t…"

Teenster1967 | July 17, 2021

Thank You!

"Thank you for continuing to make me look goofy in the car while I’m laughing alone in the car listening to you two 🤣 I feel like I’m sitting in the car with you gals!"

Caroline (In The City) | Aug. 28, 2024

Yay Canadian Content!

"I grew up in Prince Albert, lived in Saskatoon, moved to BC for most of my adult life and now we are in Southern California until retirement I am in my 50s also so can relate to everything. I found y…"

Launa | Aug. 2, 2024

Love this podcast

"I love everything about this podcast, I’m always waiting for the next one every week!! Just take caution if your listening on a treadmill I almost fell off this past week from laughing so hard. Lol"

Shawn Brooks | Aug. 10, 2024

My Commuter Company in the car!!

"I have been listening to I Shake My Head with Lisa & Sam for 3 years now. Initially, I tuned in to support a local gal but I was quickly hooked. The chemistry between Lisa & Sam is awesome! These lad…"

Halesbails12 | Nov. 24, 2023

I SHAKE MY HEAD an amusement every week

"I love with humour that you dapple and touch on serious topics without politicizing.. I have been listening for several years now and have thoroughly enjoyed seeing the podcast. Grow as you ladies g…"

Haley | Aug. 13, 2024

I want to leave a voicemail

"I love this podcast. I have written you guys several times you are my workout. You are my go to podcast. You are my ray of sunshine on a cloudy day, but I keep listening to you begging for a voicemai…"

Carrie | Aug. 23, 2024