Wait... Is This My Life?

About Wait... Is This My Life?

Have you ever found yourself wondering how you got here? Welcome to "Wait… Is This My Life?", the podcast where we get real about the unexpected twists and turns that make life so unpredictable—and sometimes difficult. Hosted by Patrice McAneny, this podcast explores personal stories of grief, loss, and mental health, offering insights and support for those navigating life when it doesn't go the way you thought it would. Whether you're laughing through the pain or crying through the laughter, this podcast is all about navigating the messy middle of life together. Each episode brings raw, candid perspectives and conversations, with guests joining in to share their own stories and insights. With a casual and honest approach, we tackle the heavy stuff with a light heart. Whether you're here for the tough talks, the lighter moments, or just trying to make sense of it all, you'll find something to help you feel seen, heard, and supported in this safe space. We promise no judgment, just understanding—and maybe a few laughs along the way. So sit back, relax, and let’s talk about what really matters.

Publisher

Patrice McAneny

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 Mar 2025

Latest episode

9 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

7 of 46 episodes have a transcript.

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   9 Sept 2026TRANSCRIPT

   2.12: Following That Inner Voice

   Host [Host Name] shares her personal journey of trusting her inner voice to embark on a new chapter, concluding the podcast's exploration of growth and discovery.

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   26 Aug 2026TRANSCRIPT

   2.11: To The Friends Who Carried Me Through

   Host [Host Name] shares a heartfelt reflection on how friends supported her through life's toughest challenges and grief.

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   29 Jul 2026TRANSCRIPT

   2.10: Truths I've Learned About Grief

   Host [Host Name] shares profound truths learned about grief, revealing how healing is non-linear and love coexists with loss.

Inside a recent episode

2.12: Following That Inner Voice

Published 9 Sept 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] I'm not sure who wrote this, but these are not my words. There are battles no one ever sees. Mine is waking up every day and trying to accept a reality I never wished for. I smile more than I speak, not because everything is okay, but because I am still searching for the strength to carry what my heart never wanted to hold. Some days, acceptance feels less like peace and more like survival. I've asked myself countless times why life had to unfold this way. I've argued with fate, held on to impossible hopes, and wished that somehow everything would return to the way I imagined it. But no matter how tightly I held on, reality remained unchanged. […]

Who has been a guest on Wait... Is This My Life?

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Brendan Sickel
• Kelly Sickel
• MariPat
• Christina Graveley
• Kelsey

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

29 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

41 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 54 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

87

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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Guest appearances

Books guests

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