# Ruined by Reality.

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Podcast: [Laura Cain After Dark](https://stenobird.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark-1213811)
Published: 2026-06-09T23:47:20+00:00
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## Resource

Sometimes life doesn’t gently whisper…sometimes it grabs you by the shoulders and smacks you with a full-on reality stick. After some classic Laura and Erik banter, Laura shares the horrifying moment that made her suddenly realize she has entered an entirely new chapter of life…and let’s just say, she was NOT emotionally prepared. What starts as shock quickly spirals into a hilarious deep dive into all the other random discounts and perks people “of a certain age” can score. Some are exciting. Some are humbling. All are slightly terrifying. Then, after the emotional damage settles in, Erik fires up everyone’s favorite entertainment report, The Double D, packed with celebrity chaos, pop culture nonsense, and the showbiz stories you didn’t know you needed. And don’t forget — tell The Old Globe Box Office that Laura Cain After Dark sent you when you call or go online for tickets to one of their stellar shows! 📞 619-234-5623 🌐 The Old Globe⁠ Love your podcast! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support . SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT. We love your feedback. Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family. Love your podcast!

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