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Shift Happened
Have the Day You Deserve
Ep. 80
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Hold on to your organ meats—this episode of Shift Happened is a wild ride. From a 40-degree weather swing to mouthfuls of beef liver smoothies, the crew covers it all. Leslie admits she has a “work voice,” Houston brings the fake-smile energy, and Stitch can't stop talking about action figures and DHgate knockoff bags. There’s also talk of dirty microphones (with chunks!), mouth hygiene in radio studios, and the polite ways to professionally say “F you.” Plus, a Hot Hip-Hop Easter Weekend promo, a sloth named Rico gets dental work, and we wrap things up with a little stargazing thanks to the Lyrid meteor shower. It’s messy, mildly educational, and full of laughs. Just like your favorite group text thread—but louder.
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