If U Can’t Laugh, the podcast you didn’t know you needed, is the brainchild of Aimee Levin and Kate Epstein, both of whom believe that life is CRAZY, UPSIDE DOWN and largely UNBELIEVABLE right now…. and that laughter might be the only way through this sh*t storm.
Collectively, Aimee and Kate are moms, wives, friends, judicious (and legal) pill-poppers, and lovers of all things irreverent. Their endless discussions of politics, night sweats, pole-dancing, kid drama, husband drama, hell, all sorts of drama… led to this podcast.
It's been called both the biggest risk and the biggest opportunity of our lifetime. The technology that could revolutionize our lives if used properly.... or end our lives if things go rogue. "It" is artificial intelligence. And beyond the headlines, the economic implications, and the moral issues surrounding AI, there are some basic things we should all know.
In their first episode following a lengthy summer break, Kate and Aimee tackle "AI for Dummies" with Debbie Madden, CEO of Stride, (https://www.stride.build/) serial tech entrepreneur, and host of the Scaling Tech (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/scaling-tech-the-blueprint-for-successful-tech-teams/id1682511313)Podcast.
Debbie dishes on everything from how AI works, to how we can all use it, to whether we should fear for our jobs. And she explains it in terms even baby boomers can understand.
9 Jun 2026
Kate and Aimee.... Unsupervised!
Ever wonder what happens when 2 podcast hosts, a bottle of wine, and some audio equipment collide? You're about to find out! In their latest episode, Kate and Aimee ditch the guest and dig in...with some questions for each other. From celebrity crushes to stripper names, fave songs to soulmates, the creators of "If U Can't Laugh" give a window into their lives- the good, the bad, and the highly questionable!
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26 May 2026
Stop Your W(h)ining...or Not!!!
A glass of wine to soothe the soul...a vodka martini to wind down after a long day. The experts used to say a "glass a day" was good for the heart, but these days, some say all alcohol is bad for the body. So, if you are planning to partake, how much alcohol is too much? And when does "just a little to take the edge off" become a larger issue??
In their latest episode, "Stop the W(h)ining...or Not," Kate and Aimee chat with Dr. Amanda Fialk, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of The Dorm (https://thedorm.com/)and Dwell (https://dwellrecovery.com/), young-adult mental health treatment programs in New York City and Washington, D.C.
From modeling healthy drinking habits in front of our kids, to the societal shift from martinis to marijuana, Amanda addresses the latest trends in substance use and signs it may... or may not be time to put the cork back on the bottle.
12 May 2026
Sex and the City Teens...the Suburb Ones, Too!!
From condoms to consent. Bananas to blowjobs. Sex and your teenager can be awkward to think about...and awkward to talk about. And still, it's a conversation the experts say you should start having early on...and continue having as your kids get older.
In their latest episode, "Sex and the city teens...the suburb ones, too," Kate and Aimee chat with Dr. Logan Levkoff, internationally recognized sexologist, relationship expert, and educator.
Logan is the author of two parenting books: Got Teens? The Doctor Moms’ Guide to Sexuality, Social Media, and Other Adolescent Realities with Dr. Jennifer Wider (Seal Press, 2014) and Third Base Ain't What it Used to Be: What Your Kids are Learning About Sex Today and How to Teach Them to Become Sexually Healthy Adults (Open Road Media, May 2012).
Logan frequently appears on television, including Good Morning America, The Today Show, The CBS Early Show, and CNN. She is also the host of “The Sexy Side of Zionism" podcast.
https://www.loganlevkoff.com/ (https://www.loganlevkoff.com/)
28 Apr 2026
Single at 50...Now What??
You marry the love of your life, you hope and pray you'll make it to the finish line together, and BAMM... you wake up at 50 years old and realize you're single AGAIN!! Complicating matters even more? The dating game has changed dramatically, since you walked down that wedding aisle. From social media to dating apps to texting, the rules of engagement have changed.
So what is a middle aged man or woman to do when they find themselves suddenly single? In their latest episode, "Single at 50...Now What?", Kate and Aimee interview Michelle Frankel, Chief Love Officer and Founder of NYCity Matchmaking.
Michelle is a certified matchmaker, dating coach and relationship expert. She has been featured on Good Day New York, The Today Show, Netflix’s Unorthodox Life with Julia Haart, and in publications including The New York Post, Fortune, and Interview Magazine. And she joins "If U Can't Laugh" with proven tips and advice for folks looking to find love again.
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14 Apr 2026
Can Someone Please Get My (College Grad) Kid Off the Couch??
Have a kid who recently graduated from college or one who is about to?? Worried they might never find a job and get off your couch...or out of your basement? Statistically, you have reason to be concerned. A recent report from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York suggests labor market conditions began to worsen for recent college grads towards the end of 2025. Unemployment for this group jumped to 5.7 percent last quarter; underemployment to 42.2 percent- the highest since 2022.
The good news? There are steps your kid can take- and you can encourage them to take, that can help bolster their job search and help you become the empty nester you strive to be!
In their latest episode, Kate and Aimee chat with Beth Hendler-Grunt, founder and president of Next Great Step (https://nextgreatstep.com/), and author of the Amazon #1 Best Seller, “The Next Great Step: The Parents’ Guide to Launching Your New Grad into A Career (https://www.amazon.com/Next-Great-Step-Parents-Launching/dp/1957048131/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+next+great+step&qid=1663099696&s=books&sr=1-1%20)." Hendler-Grunt has helped hundreds of grads jumpstart their careers and joins "If U Can't Laugh" to share some of her fave tips, "need to knows" and must-dos for college grads on the job hunt.
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The Next Great Step: The Parents’ Guide to Launching Your New Grad into A Career (https://www.amazon.com/Next-Great-Step-Parents-Launching/dp/1957048131/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+next+great+step&qid=1663099696&s=books&sr=1-1%2520)
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31 Mar 2026
Am I Dying? Or Am I Just Old?
Does your back hurt? Does your head throb? Is your word retrieval falling by the wayside?? You must be dying... right? It's certainly possible, but not likely. Chances are, you're just getting old.
In their latest episode, Kate and Aimee chat with Dr. Marc Eisenberg, a practicing cardiologist at Columbia University Medical Center. and co-author of Am I Dying?!: A Complete Guide to Your Symptoms and What to Do Next .
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Am I Dying?!: A Complete Guide to Your Symptoms and What to Do Next (https://www.amazon.com/Am-Dying-Complete-Guide-Symptoms/dp/0062847600)
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17 Mar 2026
Embrace Your Face!! (Glow Beyond 50)
They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder... but often women over the age of 50 don't feel as beautiful as they once did! The good news? There are steps women "of a certain age" can take to Embrace Your Face!!!
In Aimee and Kate's latest episode, Liz Martin, beauty expert and the founder of MYNE Beauty, joins the podcast to discuss her new line of products and offer much needed perspective (and helpful tips) to help mature women look in the mirror and love what they see.
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2 Mar 2026
The Temple of Doomscrolling
Distraught with the latest headlines, but still spending hours a day glued to your news feeds?? You're not alone!! In their latest episode, Kate and Aimee tackle the rise of doomscrolling, the phenomenon by which millions of Americans continually scroll through and read depressing and worrying content on social media and news sites, especially on a phone.
Caren Ann Appel, licensed clinical psychotherapist and best-selling author, joins "if u can't laugh" to discuss the reasons behind doomscrolling and practical tips to reduce it.
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8 Feb 2026
Laughter is the Best Medicine (and there's no co-pay)
In their virgin episode, Kate Epstein and Aimee Levin introduce their new podcast, "if u can't laugh" and set the stage for future episodes. The two NYC moms share the hows and whys behind this venture, admit they spend a lot of time crying over the state of the world, parenting, and sagging boobs, and explain that sometimes laughter (and wine) are the only ways through it all.
Kate and Aimee interview Dani Saliani, LMHC (licensed metal health counselor) and owner of Present Authentic Development Mental Health Counseling in NYC...and chat with her about the importance of laughter, its emotional benefits, and why sometimes we all let out a chuckle or two at the most seemingly inappropriate of times.
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