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Sage-Based Wisdom

Jana Schmieding & Brian Bahe

63 episodes

1 week ago

Jana and Brian welcome writer-director Yassir Lester (The Gutter) for a laugh-cry hang that’s equal parts movie night and auntie/uncle wisdom. They talk Trader Joe’s and trading-post culture, grocery-store anthropology, and why “fart culture” is hilariously gendered. Farts back. Yassir nudges us to put down our phones and show up for people IRL. This week’s caller asks how to flirt with Native folks without being cringe. Come for the jokes, stay for a few merch ideas we probably shouldn’t mak...

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Jana and Brian welcome writer-director Yassir Lester (The Gutter) for a laugh-cry hang that’s equal parts movie night and auntie/uncle wisdom. They talk Trader Joe’s and trading-post culture, grocery-store anthropology, and why “fart culture” is hilariously gendered. Farts back. Yassir nudges us to put down our phones and show up for people IRL. This week’s caller asks how to flirt with Native folks without being cringe. Come for the jokes, stay for a few merch ideas we probably shouldn’t mak...

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Episodes (20/63)

Sage-Based Wisdom

Ep. 60 - It’s Giving Farts Back

Jana and Brian welcome writer-director Yassir Lester (The Gutter) for a laugh-cry hang that’s equal parts movie night and auntie/uncle wisdom. They talk Trader Joe’s and trading-post culture, grocery-store anthropology, and why “fart culture” is hilariously gendered. Farts back. Yassir nudges us to put down our phones and show up for people IRL. This week’s caller asks how to flirt with Native folks without being cringe. Come for the jokes, stay for a few merch ideas we probably shouldn’t mak...

1 week ago

1 hour 2 minutes

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Ep. 59 - It’s Giving Auntie For Senate w/ Peggy Flanagan

Jana and Brian welcome MN Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan for a convo on organizing in scary times and why she’s running for U.S. Senate! They dig into health care for all, raising the federal minimum wage, national paid family & medical leave, and saying no to corporate PAC money. Plus, concrete ways listeners can plug in (letters, protests, mutual aid, running for local office, text banking). Caller asks how to build power with neighbors amid fear and misinformation. Peggy’s answer is a mas...

2 weeks ago

48 minutes

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Ep. 58 - It’s Giving Alien Abduction w/ Michael McMillian

#SageBasedWisdom #IndigenousPodcast #NativeComedy Jana and Brian welcome actor/podcaster Michael McMillian (Bigfoot Collectors Club) for a delightfully unhinged tour through alien lore, the Phoenix Lights, Sedona orbs, X-Files, and why Bigfoot might be both relic hominid and forest spirit. They unpack cultural appropriation around “just sage it” and roast a viral TikTok encouraging people to “invite aliens in.” Expect tangents on Nordics vs. grays, Lemuria/Mount Shasta mythmaking, Navajo Nati...

3 weeks ago

55 minutes

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Ep. 57 - It’s Giving Saturn Return

Jana reminds us to protect ourselves (online and IRL) while staying rooted in community values. Brian unveils his Native Uncle Era that includes boots, pickup truck, and outdoor sports. Our caller (28, newly single after 8.5 years) asks: How do I break the seal on a hoe era without apps taking over my life? Jana and Brian react to a viral “trad wife” TikTok teaching women how to please their husbands…and break down why men actually love drama more than anyone. FOR MORE OF US IN YOUR LIFE, B...

4 weeks ago

48 minutes

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Ep. 56 - It’s Giving Signs from Creator w/ Amber Midthunder

Jana reminds listeners to protect themselves while staying grounded in community values. Brian contemplates becoming a stretch-lab “professional.” Our guest Amber Midthunder (@ambermidthunder, Prey, Novocaine) talks stunt training, compound bows, and a Menti-B at 9. We pitch “Ninja Turtle Island” and “Powwow Housewives.” The advice of the week tells us: entrepreneurship is not in conflict with an Indigenous lifestyle. Our caller asks how to handle a toxic boss? Go see Prey for the first time ...

1 month ago

1 hour 1 minute

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Ep. 55 - It's Giving Call Your Mom w/ Frankie Quiñones

Jana wonders how much calling mom is too much. Brian avoids conflict like the plague. Frankie has a stand-up special coming out on Hulu on October 10th! A caller asks how she should approach writing a book. FOR MORE OF US IN YOUR LIFE, BECOME AN OFFICIAL WISE ASS: sagebasedwisdom.supercast.com Hosts: Jana Schmieding (@janaunplgd) and Brian Bahe (@brian_bahe) Guest: Frankie Quiñones (@frankiequinones) Music: Steve Jenkins (@stevejenkins) Producer: John Delviscio (@johndelviscio) Ha...

1 month ago

49 minutes

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Ep. 54 - It’s Giving Flewed Out w/ Nicole Byer

Jana once took the train to Philadelphia to hook up. Brian’s kink is being tired and weathered. Our guest Nicole Byer (Why Won’t You Date Me? Podcast, Emmy nominated) doesn’t like kids but likes babies. Our advice of the week tells us that: men are “feminine energy harvesting” and wearing women’s energy when they date. Our caller asks: what should they expect in their thirties? FOR MORE OF US IN YOUR LIFE, BECOME AN OFFICIAL WISE ASS: sagebasedwisdom.supercast.com Hosts: Jana Schmieding...

1 month ago

51 minutes

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Ep. 53 - It's Giving Butts

Brian unveils his Men of Power 50 over 50 list of political daddies. Jana used to have a very weird comedy aesthetic. Producer John is doing cool sketch comedy on social media right now. A caller has hemorrhoids. FOR MORE OF US IN YOUR LIFE, BECOME AN OFFICIAL WISE ASS: sagebasedwisdom.supercast.com Hosts: Jana Schmieding (@janaunplgd) and Brian Bahe (@brian_bahe) Music: Steve Jenkins (@stevejenkins) Producer: John Delviscio (@johndelviscio) Have a question or comment about anything? Le...

2 months ago

49 minutes

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Ep. 52 - It's Giving Big Nipples w/ Tai Leclaire

Brian considers getting his nipple(s) pierced. Jana wants her girls to get through this time with the help of drugz. Tai manages his anxiety by not thinking about the future at all. A caller asks how to deal with mean family members on Facebook. In our Supercast Wise Ass Bonus, Brian exposes his nipple. FOR MORE OF US IN YOUR LIFE, BECOME AN OFFICIAL WISE ASS: sagebasedwisdom.supercast.com Hosts: Jana Schmieding (@janaunplgd) and Brian Bahe (@brian_bahe) Guest: Tai Leclaire (@tai_leclai...

2 months ago

51 minutes

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Ep. 51 - It's Giving Spirit Guides w/ Mariah Smith

Brian is applying to businesses that solely ask for his angel numbers. Jana went to a Native culture camp when she was a kid. Mariah is an unpaid spokesperson for compression packing cubes. A caller asks how to discuss white supremacy with her daughter. Hosts: Jana Schmieding (@janaunplgd) and Brian Bahe (@brian_bahe) Guest: Mariah Smith (@mariahmariahmariah) Music: Steve Jenkins (@stevejenkins) Producer: John Delviscio (@johndelviscio) Have a question or comment about anything? Leave a...

2 months ago

1 hour

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Ep. 50 - It's Giving Hunter Biden's Cig

Jana doesn't care about the algorithmic advice because she wants to dive into Brian's new therapist. Brian lusts after Hunter B and cigarettes. He's a bad boy. Frequent caller, Sam, asks if she's enabling her brothers. Hosts: Jana Schmieding (@janaunplgd) and Brian Bahe (@brian_bahe) Music: Steve Jenkins (@stevejenkins) Producer: John Delviscio (@johndelviscio) Have a question or comment about anything? Leave a voice memo: https://www.speakpipe.com/sagebasedwisdom Email us a voice memo ...

3 months ago

43 minutes

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Ep. 49 - It's Giving Chingona w/ Vanessa Gonzalez

Jana thinks her soul is elderly. Brian claims Oprah walked so Tiktok could run. Vanessa teaches Brian and Jana how to be Chingonas. A caller asks how to plug into local social issues. Hosts: Jana Schmieding (@janaunplgd) and Brian Bahe (@brian_bahe) Guest: Vanessa Gonzalez (@vanessacomedy) Music: Steve Jenkins (@stevejenkins) Producer: John Delviscio (@johndelviscio) Have a question or comment about anything? Leave a voice memo: https://www.speakpipe.com/sagebasedwisdom Email us a voice...

3 months ago

53 minutes

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Ep. 48 - It's Giving Untitled OKW Project

Brian and Jana debrief their rejection from NBC and regale listeners with stories from the set of "Untitled OKW Pilot." They actually bravely do not give out any advice in this episode because they just need to comfort each other. Hosts: Jana Schmieding (@janaunplgd) and Brian Bahe (@brian_bahe) Music: Steve Jenkins (@stevejenkins) Producer: John Delviscio (@johndelviscio) Have a question or comment about anything? Leave a voice memo: https://www.speakpipe.com/sagebasedwisdom Email us a...

3 months ago

50 minutes

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Ep. 47 - It's Giving A-Type w/ Jenny Yang

Jenny Yang's 60% is other people's 100% and she had a menty B last summer. Brian's next version of himself is someone who initiates and plans things. Jana has been taking a break from therapy and it's backfiring. A caller asks how to get an adult job after lots of firings. Hosts: Jana Schmieding (@janaunplgd) and Brian Bahe (@brian_bahe) Guest: Jenny Yang (@jennyyangtv) Music: Steve Jenkins (@stevejenkins) Producer: John Delviscio (@johndelviscio) Have a question or comment about anythi...

3 months ago

1 hour 1 minute

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Ep. 45 - It's Giving Shopping with Nick Cage w/ Sierra Teller Ornelas Pt. 2

A caller discusses being canceled in Portland -- most relatable experience ever? Brian thinks the horniest movie is Face Off. Sierra spills Nick Cage tea. Jana dives into the failings of the justice system.

4 months ago

37 minutes

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Ep. 45 - It’s Giving Adult Sheep Camp w/ Sierra Teller Ornelas Pt. 1

Jana has been dreaming about our guest Sierra every night this week. Brian’s algorithm is telling him he’s going to be in love soon. Our guest Sierra Teller Ornelas (Rutherford Falls, Superstore) thinks the world is so bad because too many white women became witches. Our advice of the week tells us that: dealing with uncertainty helps us deal with anxiety. Our caller asks: How to deal with rejection? Hosts: Jana Schmieding (@janaunplgd) and Brian Bahe (@brian_bahe) Guest: Sierra Teller Ornela...

4 months ago

42 minutes

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Ep. 44 - It’s Giving Acting w/ Micheal Greyeyes

Jana is wondering if she should get a g*n. Brian does also get a g*n. Our guest Michael Greyeyes (Rutherford Falls, Walking Dead) reps all of the treaties in Canada. Our advice of the week tells us that being an actor in LA is learning to schmooze. Our caller asks: How to deal with rejection? Hosts: Jana Schmieding (@janaunplgd) and Brian Bahe (@brian_bahe) Guest: Michael Greyeyes (@michael_greyeyes) Music: Steve Jenkins (@stevejenkins) Producer: John Delviscio (@johndelviscio) Have a questio...

4 months ago

56 minutes

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Ep. 43 - It's Giving Women in Their 30s w/ Jackie Keliiaa

Jana was bullied in 7th grade. Brian has never seen the movie Never Ending Story. Jackie discusses recovering from a London relationship and diving into comedy. Gabriel Union gives TikTok advice to women in their 30s. A caller asks if he should try to break up his best friend's marriage. Hosts: Jana Schmieding (@janaunplgd) and Brian Bahe (@brian_bahe) Guest: Jackie Keliiaa (@jackiecomedy) Music: Steve Jenkins (@stevejenkins) Producer: John Delviscio (@johndelviscio) Have a question or ...

4 months ago

1 hour 5 minutes

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Ep. 42 - It's Giving "Wrong Path" w/ Mato Wayuhi Pt. 2

A caller asks Mato how to talk to a homie who might be fckn' up in life. Mato recently tried poppers. Jana drops mental illness stats for the youth. Brian loves to flop. Hosts: Jana Schmieding (@janaunplgd) and Brian Bahe (@brian_bahe) Guest: Mato Wayuhi (@matowayuhi) Music: Steve Jenkins (@stevejenkins) Producer: John Delviscio (@johndelviscio) Have a question or comment about anything? Leave a voice memo: https://www.speakpipe.com/sagebasedwisdom Email us a voice memo here: sagebasedwisdom@...

5 months ago

58 minutes

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Ep. 41 - It’s Giving Indigeneity Laurels w/ Mato Wayuhi Pt. 1

Jana is giving the commencement speech at her college alma mater. Brian does “lilili” for the first time. Our guest Mato Wayuhi (Reservation Dogs) thinks you can’t rest on the laurels of your Indigeneity. Our advice of the week tells us that our brain can’t tell the difference between reality and thought. Hosts: Jana Schmieding (@janaunplgd) and Brian Bahe (@brian_bahe) Guest: Mato Wayuhi (@matowayuhi) Music: Steve Jenkins (@stevejenkins) Producer: John Delviscio (@johndelviscio) Have a quest...

5 months ago

46 minutes