Life's a Joke with Christina Kirkman
Christina Kirkman, a former child star from 'All That', hosts a comedy podcast where she shares her journey from failed actor to internet-famous dog mom and content creator. She reflects on life's absurdities with humor and honesty, releasing new episodes every Thursday. The show also includes advertising opportunities and listener feedback.
Episodes
we will still be friends forever
that’s a wrap!!! 52 episodes of life’s a joke and you guys aren’t sick of me yet?? thank you so much for being here and following along with every laugh, cry, and unhinged moment - this podcast wouldn’t be the same without you. this isn’t goodbye, it’s see you soon!!!be sure to still follow the podcast socials for real time content and updates!!:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www
I convinced my bf to be on the pod
it took 50 episodes of convincing but shane finally made his appearance. he says you’re welcome.Follow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@lifesajoke_podhttps://www.youtube.com/@LIFESAJOKE_PODFollow me (don’t):https://www.instagram.com/christinakirkman/https://www.tiktok.com/@christinakirkman
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tay lautner: therapy, trauma, & finding purpose again
tay lautner is a podcast host, mental health advocate, dancer, former nurse, and proud belieber. she opens up about what it’s really like being married to someone with the exact same name, her experience working as a nurse during COVID, and the mental health journey that followed. we talk about burnout, therapy, identity, and how she turned some of her hardest moments into a purpose-driven platfor
the funniest kid in america
when i was 10, nickelodeon hosted a contest called “r u all that? the search for the funniest kid in america.” i saw the commercial, turned to my dad, and said, “i want to enter that.” the rest is history. winning that competition completely changed the trajectory of my life. this is my funny b*tch origin story.Follow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@lifesaj
things that are elevating my life
a collection of products i’m currently obsessed with. good bedding that’s genuinely improved the quality of my life, beauty and wellness rituals that help me look and feel my best, and say it with me… ambient lighting!!!https://shopmy.us/collections/4223097Follow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@lifesajoke_podhttps://www.youtube.com/@LIFESAJOKE_PODFollow me
tyler blackburn: cigs, gratitude, and finding yourself
tyler blackburn is a content creator, musician, and actor best known for his role as caleb rivers on pretty little liars. he opens up about his journey into acting, what it was really like rising to fame on one of the biggest shows of its era, and the challenges of finding yourself in hollywood. we talk about learning to get excited about your own life, why gratitude can completely shift your pers
everything below the knee is a write-off
my knees are great but have you seen my feet?? i lost a toenail and i have bunions. i’m not a horoscope girl unless we are talking about how amazing pisces are. "your 20s" as a brand has one of the best publicists ever. discomfort is usually a sign you’re setting a boundary. it only goes up from here, i promise.Follow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/lhttps://www.tiktok.com/@lifesa
kendall toole: never knocked out
kendall toole is a fitness instructor, entrepreneur, and personality widely known for her time at peloton. even if you’ve never taken a peloton class, you’ve most likely come across her viral clips on social media. she recently launched her new fitness platform, NKO club - which comes from the notion that “they can knock you down but never knock you out”, and shares why she left peloton to start s
stop drinking the kool-aid
listen to your gut and learn to be confident and everything else will fall into place. if it’s meant for you it’s going to be yours.Follow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@lifesajoke_podhttps://www.youtube.com/@LIFESAJOKE_PODFollow me (don’t):https://www.instagram.com/christinakirkman/https://www.tiktok.com/@christinakirkman
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mel walker: don’t be the best, be the only
mel walker is a multi-hyphenate creative with her finger on the pulse of what really matters to brands: the story they're telling and the world they're inviting you into. she creates some of the most eye-catching social content for your favorite brands - including rhode, kylie cosmetics, fenty beauty, salt & stone, aritzia & nike, summer fridays, dior beauty, and more. there’s something so innatel
falled? felled? fallen?
I have a bone to pick with technology this week. what do you mean i lost all of my files & my phone is on SOS??? you’re one “yes” away from your dream life. perfectionism is out - breaking character is in. being bad at things will show you where you need to delegate. change never gets less scary but its usually the best thing to ever happen. did I just plan the most unhinged dinner party? obviousl
new year, same chaos
the pressure of a new year’s resolution is lowkey stressful. but obvi i made one lol. no one talks about what it feels like when you actually achieve your dream. like why is it weirdly empty sometimes? i’m figuring out whether to choose peace or violence this year (too late, I went with violence). i forced myself to be bored and it actually felt good. we’re so focused on the finish line that we fo
sydney thomas: the woman who works
sydney is the director of brand marketing at beis, a dear friend of mine, and for lack of better words - a boss b*tch. we talk about her career trajectory and what led her to finding her dream job before 30, how to remain focused during the hardest times, and how the people you work with make all the difference. if you’re struggling to figure out what you want to do or what you’re good at, this on
you asked, i (finally) answered
on today’s Q&A we talk about regret (or not having it), losing yourself, being embarrassed, finding your passion, money guilt, my love for boxing and why i’m essentially a dachshund in human form. have questions or need advice? dm us on ig and let a girl know!Follow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@lifesajoke_podhttps://www.youtube.com/@LIFESAJOKE_PODFollow
twerks & caicos
trippin’, dippin’ & strippin’ with tarte. we shook a$s, rode jet skis, almost took home a puppy, and went to drake’s favorite bar in the middle of the ocean. i have to stop saying i don’t drink because lol I do now. there was mystery blood all over my hand??? tarte after dark got spooky. i don’t ever want to see a shotski again.Follow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.ti
well, my dad died
this episode touches on themes of grief and addiction. if you or anyone you know is struggling, help and support are available.in the U.S., you can call the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for free, confidential support.Follow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@lifesajoke_podhttps://www.youtube.com/@LIFESAJOKE_PODFollow me (don’t):https://www
avery woods: in her unapologetic, peaceful era
avery woods is a mom, content creator (& grew a million followers in a week), podcast host and one of my favorite people i’ve met through social media. we talk about motherhood, how her kids are her entire world (and why she’ll never take them back to Chuck E. Cheese), the struggles and blessings of putting yourself on social media, crazy things she witnessed as a nurse (yes someone did stick an a
i'm in love with a stripper
guys i went to the strip club and didn’t get home until 7am. i almost took out a loan for my girls. a private room, melons in my face and my first hangover. you know what? hell yeah. vegas is spooky. I also love that this is the Thanksgiving episode LOL.Follow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@lifesajoke_podhttps://www.youtube.com/@LIFESAJOKE_PODFollow me (do
courtney michelle: sketch comedy, people pleasing, and chicken noodle soup tears
courtney michelle is a comedian, actress, part people pleaser, part “oops, was that an intrusive thought?” over thinker. she’s built a whole persona out of playing “the girl who absolutely does not care if you live or die.” we get into the psychology behind her “snarky” character, people-pleasing in a career where that trait should honestly be illegal, why comedy on the internet is dying (pls don’
michael burke: an animal communicator talks to my dogs
michael burke is an animal communicator, author, pet trainer, and intuitive life coach. he has built an incredible career helping people deepen their connection with their pets through communication, energy work, and intuition. i had the privilege of sitting down with him to ask everything from how he first discovered his gift, to his craziest story, to what our pets are really thinking. & yes, i
guys, I’m out 10 g’s…
did i bid $10k at an auction when my max was $5k? maybe. am I having to miss the event that I spent $10k on? I SAID MAYBE. it was a simple miscommunication (it was 2 gin & tonics). i finally met miley cyrus and i still haven’t recovered. we were drinking champagne with $25 in our bank accounts. the shark week commercial audition was my last straw. should i be on adhd meds???Follow the pod:https:/
kate steinberg: millennial culture, reality tv, and being a creative
kate steinberg is THE face of millennials, a writer, former NHL cheerleader, and genuinely one of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. if you’ve ever seen a video of someone perfectly reenacting a scenario you lived through in 2006, it was probably kate. we talk about millennial culture, creating nostalgia content, the most she’s ever spent bidding on an early-2000s artifact, meeting her fiancé on
tefi pessoa: therapy, healing, & pop culture
tefi is the internet’s big sister, part pop culture historian, part therapist, part astrologist. she’s built a career off of gossiping, reminding us that healing is hilarious, and that no one’s too good for a little delusion. we talk about burnout, “living to work”, therapy (shoutout phoebe), who would be at her dream round table, and of course britney spears. she also gave me a therapy session an
everything i wish i knew in my 20s
i got cucked. rejection is a redirection. sometimes you have to be desperate, other times you have to tell ppl to kiss your a$$. you’re going to lose friends. if it’s not a f*ck yes, it’s a no. start with what you’re good at. make positive thinking a habit. your relationship with yourself is the most important relationship. stop making excuses for him!!! ilyFollow the pod:https://www.instagram.com
the spooky episode. NYFW recap
new york fashion week- a time where you're both the youngest you'll ever feel and the oldest you've ever looked. bagels, black coffee & cigarettes. honestly that's a good band name. a half broken ankle & constant nausea. zofran, pls sponsor me ily. training with the rockettes, being rejected from shows and hosting a 1,000 person event. blisters, bunions & bond street sushi. this jacket was $500 pl
i took my family on vacation
this was one of the most rewarding milestones in my career. how many times will my parents go to the store? my dad really just wanted 12 key limes and a nutribullet. it wouldn’t be a family vacation if there wasn’t at least one blowout. yes my mother has an android. my aunt left her phone in the car and wouldn’t let us hear the end of it. my cousins don’t know how to bluff to save their lives. did
mina tobias: mental health, gossip girl, and harry potter
mina is a singer/songwriter, actress, writer, mental health advocate, (almost) sommelier, track star, and most importantly, one of my very best friends. she gives us a glimpse into her family’s history with mental health, why they started the nonprofit ‘don’t mind me’, and what it was like growing up in hollywood. she watched her mom makeout with her celebrity crush, and spent 3 years thinking she
my secret boyfriend
you nosey little b*tches are always asking about shane, so here you go. a teeny tiny little peek into how we met, our first date that lasted until 5am, and our “adult” relationship. did she just say threesomes??? now stop asking!!!Follow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@lifesajoke_podhttps://www.youtube.com/@LIFESAJOKE_PODFollow me (don’t):https://www.instag
manana arakelyan: nicki minaj, fashion icks, & being the most active content creator i’ve ever seen
manana went from pre-med bio major to full-time content creator & built a routine that has her waking up at 4am (could never be me) and cranking out 100 IG stories before lunch while simultaneously filming for youtube(???). i thought we were gonna go bar for bar on nicki lyrics but turns she’s a fraud lol. she spills her fashion hot takes, her love for hannah montana, what it’s like having a famil
i finally went on vacation
despite a literal tsunami warning, i took my first vacation in 5 years. why do men pack 5 pieces of clothing for a week long trip?? nerdy dads love hawaiii. someone pls give jim a mai tai. i saw a girl almost drown. i don’t get down with people who go on tours. (yes, I went on a tour). 90 day fiancé, PLEASE sponsor me.Follow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@
luvaj: how a chance encounter created a jewelry empire
amanda thomas (also known as luvaj) built her empire at 14-years-old. a chance encounter with a buyer at fred segal is where her story begins. since then, her pieces have been worn by icons like lindsay lohan, hailey bieber, jennifer anniston & bella hadid. she spills the tea on building a successful jewelry brand, the chaos of her dating life (and her rotating roster), and sharing the best advice
how to get out of a rut
i used to think i was better than burnout. then i hit rock bottom. being a perfectionist is exhausting. who are you outside of your job? just say no. say no as much as possible. sometimes i get overwhelmed by my ideas. are you burnt out or creatively uninspired? don’t create if you don’t feel creative. celebrate the small wins. diversify your life. gyms are boring. clean your f*cking house!!! writ
marcos gonzalez: baby eyelashes, juicy sosa, & larry david’s eyes
i can’t believe we got bad bunny on the pod. jk it’s marcos gonzalez, a writer, actor and comedian with no wikipedia. a conversation about crime in the north end, being a comedic writer, jury duty, blowing up on tiktok, impressions, and shakira cursing people. how many impressions did you catch on this episode? we lost count because we both went to emerson so we can’t do math lol. this is a funny
that’s showbiz
i started reading a book to avoid therapy and now i’m in therapy. i act like a human doing and not a human being. what if the best case scenario happens? if i didn’t ask for your advice don’t give it to me lol. repeating myself is my pet peeve. brooklinen european linen sheets may have just saved my life. that’s show biz! i’m addicted to sunset swims. find yourself some low maintenance friends. i
anna sitar: having weird skills, not being 'cool,' and keeping it pg
it's not every day you get to chat with a unicycle-riding, triathlete engineer. a conversation about creative overwhelm, multi-hyphenate fatigue, niching down, burnout, redefining success outside the algorithm, authenticity on the internet, confidence and a whole bunch of other like, really cool and interesting topics, or whatever. if you happen to watch this episode, pls count how many times she
embarrassing myself in front of ray romano, losing the plot & cancelling my dream trip
i met ray romano and he might send me a subpoena. my networking style is avoidance. why do we go to brunch after a wedding? this will forever haunt me. there’s nothing more embarrassing than yelling ‘on your left’ on a bike. a dad gave me a piece of gauze. am I putting off my happiness??? i feel like i’m floating through space. i had to cancel my dream trip. there’s only so much in your control. i
my best friend and I broke up...
having hard conversations with your friends is important...so we decided to have our hard conversation on this episode. if you’ve dealt with friendship breakups or sense one is coming, give this a listen. love you lotsFollow the pod:https://www.instagram.com/lifesajoke_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@lifesajoke_podhttps://www.youtube.com/@LIFESAJOKE_PODFollow me (don’t):https://www.instagram.com/chris
mental health awareness? oh I’m AWARE.
the diary of a highly sensitive girly. I started reading a book send help sos. sometimes I feel like I’m better at performing life than experiencing it. I have a running tab of trauma and that bill is EXPENSIVE. not having an aesthetic is still an aesthetic. being a deep feeler is exhausting. my nervous system is wired to process things so intensely. no that wasn’t whiplash, it was just the sudden
love u mom, love u mom!!!
not me sobbing about my dog on this ep lol. old ppl r ruthless. my mom’s favorite sport is beating a dead horse. love u mom!!! i walk away mid convo idgaf. gen z rlly let me down with this fashion movement. we need to revoke the close friends feature on ig. quiet luxury is literally rich people wearing beige lol bye. i had to eat a donut as if I were a shark in a room full of people. my mom speaks
i promise i’m not a pick me!!!!!
this episode might get me cancelled or at the very least my mom, bf & friends will hate me lol. are these hot takes too hot?? brunch is not fun, fight me. swifties, plz take it easy on me. i think i think too much. i think?? shaking a$$ to teardrops on my guitar. nothing happy about happy hour. it’s all fun and games until “rent-a-mom” gets picked up on shark tank. for a girl that doesn’t leave he
BUT HOW DO YOU SPELL RESTERANT????
steve jobs crashed my podcast. smart cars, smart devices, dumb people. “are you pooping or are you stuck?" the thing that inspires me also burns me out. eff the “performance bubble.” small talk is one of the most important skills. remember when we had to deal with awkward silence? get bored on purpose. i wish lumosity sponsored this episode. i used to memorize shampoo bottles lol. no but seriously
i don’t take advice from people who don’t schmoke schweed
most people that are successful are not talented. you don’t have to be the best to be the best. i blacked out over a gold fish. my first time was a gravity b0ng??? did she just say women are bad drivers??? imposter syndrome is funny. nara smith knows who I am. acceptance means survival, rejection means danger. pursuing the thing you love is a luxury. cracking people’s hard shells is my favorite sp
brain-eating amoebas, cheugy millennials, odd jobs & tricks with my tongue
the cheugiest episode yet. i think i’m ruining society? hear me out - your birthday is not about you, sorry. millennials were never taught how to deal with their emotions. you’re sad? ok so just be happy lol. a netti pot almost killed me. reverse osmosis water is pretentious. i cheated on my lifeguard test. i hope red bull doesn’t sue me. i’m gonna talk about fight club. my most awkward job interv
am I legally allowed to give advice???
the episode where u ask for advice & I attempt to give it. lol, giddy up. friend break-ups, situationships, dating, living with your significant other, collecting data, staying motivated. my bf is a sociopath, my dog is a c*nt, my dad might have accidentally downloaded p0rn??? clarity is acknowledgment that there is doubt. you’re going to lose friends. your 30s are the best years. you’re getting m
yOu’Re nOboDy UnTiL yOu’Re tAlKeD aBoUt
i crashed out on the internet. my alt title was “crash course on crashing out.” boundaries SUCK. guilt is a sign that you’re growing. “idc what people think” is sexy until your nervous system gets involved. teach people how to treat you. did she just say “waft your own farts???” the algorithm favors chaos. art and boundaries. growth and relatability. success and mental health. insert more shiny wo
my self-worth has a google calendar
if im not working, am I even worth anything? productivity is my toxic trait. well…1 of many. we’re addicted to achievement over growth. we identify with our careers rather than who we are as people. if we stop defining ourselves by achievement, what are we left with? do we even like that person? f*ck I think im turning into my mother. ratatouille is the greatest movie of all time. do celebrities g
no guys, they actually said that…
i literally had a panic attack before filming this episode. i got dumped in a club by my “friends.” i think they blackballed me from hollywood? lol jk... not rlly jk?? la chewed me up and spit me out. friendships can be a joke. save every single screenshot and back it up to the cloud!!!! ugh!!! it’s a dog eat dog world and I don’t want to eat any dogs!!! moving to a new place is scary. you’ll neve
don’t do dr*gs, kids
a reformed coachella hater goes to coachella and lives to tell the story. the internet is weird. not everything needs to be a “story time” (unless you have a podcast obvi lol). the one & only time I did dr*gs and thought I was dying. I can’t believe I’m telling this story. I’m sorry mom, it’ll never happen again!
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Hahaha this is funny
live footage of me absolutely crashing out. 4 trips from hell. can’t make this sh*t up guys. my nipple fell off. me & sutton stracke were going through it. we filmed the 6th hunger games movie on my flight. shot of vodka and a couple almonds?? lost dog? found dog? murderer in the neighborhood? he ran off a plane with $65. is someone breaking into my hotel room??? can someone get this f*cking piece
How to stop being a hating a$$ b*tch
a reformed hater’s guide to not being a hater. you’re a hater and you don’t even know it. if you just said “no I’m not,” ur lying. it’s ok queen don’t worry. we hate so much we don’t even realize it. we hate cuz we’re insecure. we hate because society tells us to??? literally ewww bye society!!! hating is robbing you….of happiness…of opportunities…of being a sexy a$$ b*tch. i have a wedgie lol. no
throw everything u know out the window
you’ve been lied to. ur goals are holding you back. ur manifesting all wrong. and for a one-time fee of $29.99, I’ll give you all the answers. kidding, guys this is literally free lol. maya angelou was in my home. i hate cheerleaders. f*ck the girl next door. i wasted 10 years of my life. swimming against stream is exhausting. be dogmatic about ur morals & virtues & throw everything else out the f
i'm scared sh*tless
i’m toxic and scared sh*tless. life is a f*cking joke. confidence isn’t real. you’ve been lied to. my brain is a scary place. turns out I mask all my problems with humor and now I need to figure out how to face them?? ew kinda annoying??? oh & I did write this bio because remember, I’m a workaholic.
see you on Thursdays hahahhahhaha
i promised you the socials would be somewhere in this bio so he
Introducing Life's A Joke with Christina Kirkman
Sometimes you laugh at life and sometimes life laughs at you. Christina Kirkman is just trying to get to the punchline before she dies. *Cue laugh track.*
See you on Thursdays, hahahahaa ok whatever
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