# Bittersweet Peek: Did the Dog Destroy the House (and other Updates)

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Podcast: [The Bittersweet Life](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-bittersweet-life-1089562)
Published: 2026-05-20T07:01:00+00:00
Episode link: https://thebittersweetlife.net/bittersweet-peek-did-the-dog-destroy-the-house-and-other-updates
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Duration seconds: 398

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On this week's bonus episode, we update our Patreon supporters on a bunch of personal stories. How is the new Roman puppy working out? What's happening with Tiffany's piano-fueled feud with her upstairs neighbor? And does Katy's book have a release date yet? This is just a sneak peek of a much longer bonus episode that drops today, available exclusively to our generous Patreon supporters. Want to hear the whole episode and many many more like it? Become part of the Bittersweet Life community by supporting just on Patreon ! For as little as $5 per month—less than the price of a coffee in some places—you will have access to multiple bonus episodes every single month. You'll hear conversations that would never take place on the main show, you'll be part of our new chat community, you'll have access to Patreon-only content in addition to bonus episodes, you'll be invited to join us for live meet-ups, and you'll get to enjoy ad-free listening! But most importantly, you'll be doing your part to help keep this show alive—an independent podcast with no corporate support. (You'll also help keep it virtually ad-free!) Check out our Patreon page for all the details, and consider joining us at the $5 level or above. We are eternally grateful! ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here . AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainab…

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