We're Here to Help 224: Once You Pop & Trackin' Turkeys (with Elyse Myers)
Oct 29, 2025
In this lively discussion, Elyse Myers, a writer and social-media storyteller, joins the hosts to tackle some quirky problems. They help a caller confront her husband's nightly popcorn habit with inventive solutions like creating a dedicated popcorn space. The conversation shifts to wild turkeys attacking a mail carrier, leading to hilarious and humane deterrent ideas, including water gun tactics and a viral video campaign to engage city officials. Elyse's humor and creativity shine throughout the episode!
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From Journals To Viral Storytelling
- Elyse Myers described her path from childhood writing to sharing personal stories online that built her audience.
- She combined animation, editing, and storytelling to turn postpartum creativity into a career.
Parasocial Intimacy Requires Boundaries
- Elyse argues internet creators blur persona and person, creating intense parasocial bonds with audiences.
- That intimacy makes boundaries vital because fans feel they know you but you don't know them.
Create A Designated Popcorn Space
- Do separate the popcorn ritual from the bedroom by creating a dedicated space and schedule for it.
- Offer him a comfortable 'popcorn throne' and enforce rules like 'popcorn stays in the theater.'
