
Carling, a queer Canadian with a strong belief in the transformative power of storytelling, community, and friendship, is the creative mind behind "I Did Not Sign Up For This." As the podcast enters its third season, Carling is joined by her partner Lindsay, along with their two new Queer BFFs, Sam and Amy. Together, they navigate a diverse range of everyday topics, delve into the obscure, and exp... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 193 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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Exploring Canadian Queer History
In this episode of 'I Did Not Sign Up For This,' hosts Amy, Sam, Lindsay, and Carling delve into various aspects of Canadian queer history in honor of Pride Month. The hosts share corny jokes, stories from past gay r... more
Lindsay, Carling, Sam, and Amy discuss Harrison Butker's controversial commencement speech at St. Benedictine University, where he criticized Pride Month and advocated for traditional gender roles. The hosts express their dismay and share their persp... more
Age is just a number when it comes to love, right? We're diving deep into the world of age gap relationships.
Let us know over on IG or Facebook: Would you date someone 10+ years older/younger than you? Why or why not? Tune in for some heartfelt sto... more
Don't worry - we arent talking debt collectors, but rather a lighthearted discussion of collectibles. Are you a collector, or are you just accumulating things?
We're learning who among us grew up with families that collect things, which one of us g... more
This week we're talking dreams - from steamy to downright terrifying, and everything in between.
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This week we're discussing messes - epic, mucky, yucky messes. Whats an epic mess you've caused, or been victim to?
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Did you grow up in extra curriculars? Join the conversation with your new besties as we talk about the seemingly impossible task of keeping kids in sports without going bankrupt!
We talk gender disparities, and the most expensive and most affordabl... more
Join us in our "Prank for good" by sharing, and donating if you can to this truly worthy campaign - Get Milly to New York!
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Every guest offers an impactful life event or offers childhood experiences in a way that is candid and anyone can relate too or sympathize with! The host does an amazing job of balancing listening to guests and digging deeper into details that can help listeners. One of my go to rush hour listens!
Covering such important stories and topics in a caring manner.
Carling has a fascinating range of guests and asks such insightful questions. I love the space that this podcast creates for real conversations about difficult topics.
Carling is a true treasure when it comes to podcasting and podcast hosts. Allowing for vulnerability, compassion, and storytelling, Carling's guests share the deepest stories without filter, judgement or critique. She offers a safe space for all.
I really enjoy hearing Carling highlight people’s life experiences and stories with kindness and realness. I loved talking with her for my episode. I’m thankful for her presence and medicine in the world.
I love this podcast for so many reasons & here are a few:
1) Carling’s voice!!
2) Her ability to bring humor, love & genuine, compassion to the most serious of topics
3) She’s a natural interviewer. Her questions are insightful and engaging.
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Carling manages to find the most interesting stories and people to highlight on here! You will definitely find some compelling stories that you relate to here. Highly recommend!
I have had the pleasure of joining Carling twice now as a guest.
She is extremely welcoming, so kind, and honestly is a better listener than a lot of my friends and family.
If you’re curious about whether your story ‘is good enough’ - it is. Carling is there to guide you and prompt you in a thoughtful way.
Honestly - it’s like talking to an old friend.
If you haven’t subscribed / followed already - please do. You won’t regret it.
I was a guest on this podcast a few months ago and REALLY enjoyed it! I am a survivor of child abuse so the topics are obviously a bit touchy at times, but Carling did such a great job at making sure I was comfortable with everything I talked about. It obviously isn’t just about the “views” for her, she genuinely cares about her guests, and her audience!
Such a great listen, laughs, tears and everything in between. I feel safe here and I want to stay! Definitely a podcast to add to your list of listens!
What I love most about this podcast is how Carling knows that everyone has a story to tell. She asks the right questions in order to get the right information out of the guest. She’s smart, fun and funny! Great entertainment.
Literally everything I was looking for in a new podcast. 😍 SO excited I found this fun a show! Thanks!!!
I've followed these ladies since the beginning, and I absolutely love their dark humour and compassionate podcasting. Each week they bring a little window of somebody's biggest moment into focus, and talk about everything from illness to criminal activities. Definitely worth a listen!
Love the different people they find to interview and just how inspiring and amazing the stories are. Great job to these two!
Always fun, great interactions and vast variety of people and topics.
How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.
Apple Podcasts | #240 |










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