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Hosted by Robin May and Denise Bickel · religion · EN-US
If perfection is an illusion, why are so many of us chasing it? We live in a world that is constantly telling us we need to be it all and have it all to be worthy. It leads us to hide our imperfections and overcompensate our strengths - and leaves us exhausted. Join hosts Robin May and Denise Bickel for meaningful, cross-generational conversations that will leave you uplifted and encouraged about a future freed from the problem with perfect.
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Signup to Generate a PitchIf perfection is an illusion, why are so many of us chasing it? We live in a world that is constantly telling us we need to be it all and have it all to be worthy. It leads us to hide our imperfections and overcompensate our strengths - and leaves us exhausted.
The Problem With Perfect is hosted by Robin May and Denise Bickel. The show has published 355 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "The Pressure to Repeat Success with Author Michelle Collins Anderson" (28 July 2026, 67 minutes), "What's Next? How To Choose Purpose Over Pressure" (7 July 2026, 52 minutes), and "Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life" (16 June 2026, 61 minutes).
The Problem With Perfect publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 57 minutes across 355 episodes.
Booking probability for The Problem With Perfect is 37%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Problem With Perfect requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Problem With Perfect's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for The Problem With Perfect are Religion & Faith. The Problem With Perfect has a religion audience.
Robin May and Denise Bickel hosts The Problem With Perfect, a religion podcast with 355 episodes published.
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Episode #359
When author Michelle Collins Anderson debuted her first novel, The Flower Sisters , she joined the podcast to discuss the ten-year journey it took to bring that story into the world. Since then, life has changed...
Episode #358
There comes a point in life when the roles that have defined us begin to shift. The kids are grown (or growing up), our careers and perspectives on them may be changing, and for the first time in a long time, we have...
Episode #357
Over the past 10 months, we’ve explored each of the Yamas and Niyamas: the ten ethical practices that form the foundation of yoga philosophy. In doing so, we discovered that these ancient teachings have as much to say...
Episode #356
Parenting doesn’t end when your kids become adults. It just changes. In this episode, Robin is joined by Kelly and Kenny Cook for an honest conversation about parenting adult children, family relationships, boundaries...
Episode #355
What actually makes a friendship last for decades? In this deeply personal episode, Robin sits down with her lifelong best friend, Lori, Hutsell, to celebrate 40 years of friendship. From small-town beginnings and...
Episode #354
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or stuck trying to control everything, this episode invites you into a different way of living: one rooted in surrender, self-awareness, and faith. After a year of exploring the Yamas...
Episode #253
Back by popular demand. This episode is our most downloaded one ever! The content is so relevant and important, we're re-releasing it. Today we’re diving into a topic that touches nearly everyone’s lives: the time we...
Episode #323
What if the things that frustrate us most are actually pointing us back to ourself? In this episode, we continue the journey through the Niyamas by exploring Svadhyaya: the practice of self-study, reflection, and honest...
Episode #322
What happens when a strong, healthy woman is still labeled “overweight”? In this powerful and honest conversation, Robin sits down with her longtime friend Bridget Lolli, a wellness professional, strength athlete, and...
Episode #321
What if the very things we try to avoid in life- the discomfort, the struggle, the seasons that feel too heavy- are actually the moments shaping who we are becoming? In this episode, we explore Tapas, the third Niyama...
Episode #320
Some conversations don’t start with answers. They start with a shift you didn’t see coming. In this episode, Robin sits down with Ashley Gross Minor for a deeply personal and honest conversation about what happens when...
Episode #319
What if contentment isn’t something we chase, but something we practice? In this episode, Robin and Denise continue their journey through the Yamas and Niyamas, arriving at the second Niyama: Santosha, which is the...
Episode #318
What happens when long-held faith begins to raise deeper questions? In today’s episode, I’m joined by my longtime friend Kathy Hahn. Over nearly twenty years of friendship, I’ve watched Kathy live out her faith...
Episode #317
Six months into our journey through the Yamas and Niyamas, we pause to reflect on what it really means to let go. Not just of our stuff, but of expectations, busyness, self-judgment, and the heaviness we carry inside...
Episode #316
What if the end of the year isn’t about fixing what went wrong, but noticing what mattered most? In this special end-of-year episode of The Problem With Perfect, we’re looking back on 2025 through a “Best Of” lens. What...
Episode #315
In this heartfelt episode, we explore why grandparent-grandchild relationships matter, not just emotionally, but based on decades of research. Join us for this episode and learn how grandparents support children’s...
Episode #314
Caregiving is a sacred gift. Caring for someone who is chronically or terminally ill requires patience, understanding, and selflessness. Most caregivers are not professional healthcare workers; rather, they are loving...
Episode #313
Our fifth and final Yama jewel, Aparigraha, encourages us to embrace non-possessiveness. What do you covet? What do you cling to? Consider what in your life reflects your values and priorities. This month’s Yama invites...
Episode #312
Join us as we dive into a struggle so many women face but rarely talk about: the stress, guilt, and pressure around food during the holiday season. Why is it so hard to feel in control around holiday food? Why do we...
Episode #311
As the holidays approach, it’s a great time to evaluate how you want to spend your time and energy. Do you want to be relaxed and peace-filled, or would you rather be frazzled and frantic? The choice is yours. People...
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