Ep. 262 The AWESOME List for Fall 2020!

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Awesomes! IT IS TIME! October is here, and that means we've got your list of ten awesome things for Fall 2020! This is always one of our very favorite episodes of the whole entire year, and this year is no different. Meg and Kelly share ten things to keep you cozy, comfy, well-fed, well-read, and in good spirits in the weeks ahead! All of that plus delicious dinner for the whole family and a fascinating peek at life in NYC in Awesome of the Week!

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SHOW NOTES:

Kelly’s AotW: Chicken Zucchini Meatballs; Chicken Zucchini Meatball Subs

Meg AotW: Nyasia C on YouTube

Kelly’s list:
Weighted blanket: Kelly’s Costco blanket. (This is a similar one with high reviews on Amazon.)

Banana clips are back: Here’s a great set from Amazon.

Silence or meditation: Headspace app or Hallow app

Nail color instead of lip color: Essie Heart of the Jungle; Opi neutral nail polish; Revlon copper penny

Apple peanut butter cookies

Meg’s list:

Haus of Gloi pumpkin butter

Mr. Heater Buddy Heater

Silky Toes Chelsea rainboots

Jack Black Intense Lip Balm SPF 25; NOONI Applebutter Lip Mask

 Elizabeth Penny column about cozy mysteries; The Bakeshop Series

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Ep. 261 The secret things we learned from books with Alli Hoff Kosik

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When will I get my first period? How do bras work? Am I ready to have sex? These questions and more filled the minds of our teenage selves, but we weren't sure where to find the answers. Before the internet existed, many of us turned to books. This week, Meg is joined by the creator and host of the SSR podcast Alli Hoff Kosik to talk about all the secret and important and life-changing things we learned from young adult literature, and Alli fills us in on how YA books have changed since we were teens. All of that plus a great read for right now and music for these last sunny days of late summer in Awesome of the Week!

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SHOW NOTES:

Self-Care: A Novel, Leigh Stein
In the Summer Twilight playlist, Chelle on Spotify

Are You There God, It’s Me, Margaret,
Judy Blume
List of Judy Blume books
Babysitters Club

The Hate U Give, Angie Thomas

Frankly in Love, David Yoon

We Are Okay, Nina LaCour

The Princess and the Fangirl, Ashley Poston

They Wish They Were Us, Jessica Goodman

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Ep. 260 Love your home with these 5 hacks from Myquillyn Smith

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We’re all spending more time at home these days - why not make it a lovely place to hang out? No worries if sprucing up your home space doesn’t come naturally to you. Meg’s got you covered! This week, she welcomes bestselling author and home decor blogger Myquillyn Smith to Sorta Awesome! Myquillyn has five hacks for you to create a home that is welcoming and warm - for yourself and for those you host at home!

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SHOW NOTES:

Welcome Home by Myquillyn Smith

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Ep. 259 Behind the scenes of work online

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Instagram influencers, YouTube creators, podcast personalities, bloggers of all kinds … they all share one vast work space - the ever-expanding universe of the internet! Meg and Rebekah have each been working online for over a decade, and today, they invite you to join them in a conversation about what that is really like. Inspired by the honest revelations of a popular YouTube star, they dig into the professional difficulties and personal challenges of working in the online space, and they reveal what some of the most AWESOME parts of this specific work are, too. PLUS, two great reads getting lots of buzz in Awesome of the Week!

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SHOW NOTES:

Rebekah’s AotW:  One To Watch by Kate Stayman-London

Meg’s AotW: They Wish They Were Us, Jessica Goodman

Safiya Nygaard on YouTube

Where Have We Been by Safiya Nygaard

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Ep. 258 Empowering women to have awesome births

It's a topic women have been conversations about for all of human history: bringing babies into the world! This week, the conversation continues as Meg invites Bryn Huntpalmer - creator and host of The Birth Hour podcast - to share about her passion for women, birth, and babies. Not only do they talk about how her mission is making meaningful change in the world of birth, they also cover surprising trends and what it's like to give birth during a global pandemic. All of that plus a luxury listening experience and a health boost in Awesome of the Week!

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SHOW NOTES:



Bose SoundSport Free, True Wireless Earbuds

Chelated Magnesium

Bryn's book The First-Time Mom's Pregnancy Handbook

The Birth Hour course: Know Your Options Childbirth Course

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Ep. 257 Fun trends for fall 2020

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Okay listen, we know it's still August! You are managing back-to-school plans and searching for your sunglasses before you head out the door, right? But we also know you love to be a little more in-the-know about what's on-trend for each season, and this week, Meg and Kelly are here to fill you in on all the trends for fall 2020!

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SHOW NOTES:

Meg’s AotW: The Argument podcast by The New York Times

Kelly’s AotW: Hotouch womens pajama set

Fall mask trends

How to upgrade your home office setup

8 Design Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Home During Quarantine

How You Can Help During the Coronavirus

Mini Pantry Movement

World Map Coloring Tablecloth

Paint by Number Kit

Felt succulents kit

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Ep. 256 TikTok and Reels

If the recent news headlines about TikTok have left you feeling what you are missing, or if you magically started seeing Reels in your Instagram feed and have been wondering what the heck is going on, this episode is for you! This week, Meg and Rebekah get together to talk about all things TikTok, Instagram Reels, and the future of video in social media. Plus there's brand new TV talk and a life-changing Amazon discovery in Awesome of the Week!

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SHOW NOTES:

Rebekah's AotW: Big Brother

Meg’s AotW: The Amazon jumpsuit

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Ep. 255 Life is more awesome the Lazy Genius Way!

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Who doesn't want to be a genius? And if you can be a little, well, lazy about it, isn't that even more awesome? This week, Meg is joined by the one and only Lazy Genius herself, Kendra Adachi! Tune in to hear this conversation which includes Kendra sharing how the Enneagram influenced her journey to being a beloved life hack guru AND she walks Meg through a step-by-step solution to one of her biggest ongoing messes. All of that plus Awesomes of the Week!

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SHOW NOTES:

Mike Birbiglia The New One on Netflix

Rooted Beauty Facial Cleansing Wipes (Meg got hers from Grove. Sign up for Grove with her affiliate link and get a FREE Mrs. Meyers cleaning set!)

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Ep. 254 Secrets to becoming the gift-giver you've always wanted to be!

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You know the friend who always gives the perfect gift on every occasion? Ever wonder how she does it? This week's conversation features Meg and a real-life Awesome-turned-friends story with Julie Tepperman, and Julie is giving us the scoop on how she finds, organizes, and gives great gifts. Get ready for personality talk, practical advice, and lots of inspiration! Plus a lovely lip gloss and all things folklore in Awesome of the Week!

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SHOW NOTES:

Lune and Aster in Bestie

folklore

The Strategist

Uncommon Goods

Popchart Lab:  https://popchart.co/

Society6

Amazon's interesting finds page

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Ep. 253 Can we go from anxiety to awesome?

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As the entire globe grapples with what a return to workplaces and schools will look like as Quarantine 2020 continues, many of us are grasping for whatever help and support we can find. This week, join Meg and her sister and Sorta Awesome regular Emily as they look at the bigger picture - the need for each of us to have a solid foundation of mental health and wellness to survive and thrive in the months ahead! From practical ways to get out of survival mode to the best mental health apps for your mobile device and more, they share lots of resources for strengthening your mental health, most of which you can do without leaving your home.

All of that plus a hot weather beauty must-have and a Netflix must-watch for fans of The Babysitters Club in Awesome of the Week!

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SHOW NOTES:

Emily AotW: Superstay powder

Meg’s AotW: The Baby-Sitters Club on Netflix

25 CBT Techniques and Worksheets for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Apps:

Shine

Moodfit

talkspace

happify

Sanvello

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Ep. 252 It wasn't all grunge and big hair

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Hey, teens of the 90s! What was THAT like? Many of us who lived out our teenage years in that wild, wild decade of the 1990s are filled with delight and cringe when we think back on those glory days. This week, Meg is joined by co-host Rebekah who unearthed a TEEN Magazine from August 1993. Together, they go peruse the pages and contemplate 90s fashion, celebrate their celebrity crushes, and conquer the ubiquitous teen mag quiz. All of that 90s nostalgia plus a treat-yourself discovery and baby's first favorite in Awesome of the Week!

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SHOW NOTES:

Rebekah's AotW - Ms Lovely Floral Satin Robe

Meg’s AotW: Hape Pound and Tap Bench

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Ep. 251 Askers vs. Guessers (and other things we wish we had known)

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Earlier this year, Meg and Kelly revealed some of the things they had discovered that no one ever told them (Ep. 238 Why didn't the tell me?!), and this week, they continue that discussion by sharing even more of the things that they wish they had known. From a practical hack for a summer favorite to pinching your plants to how to know if you are an Asker or a Guesser, they talk about the wisdom that is making life easier and more awesome. PLUS an extended discussion of Hamilton and a summer grilling favorite in Awesome of the Week!

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SHOW NOTES:

Kelly’s AotW: Chicken Shawarma from Chew Out Loud
(Kelly’s Note: By all means, try Amy's way first. But if you want to make it slightly easier and add less heat to your kitchen in the summertime, Kelly adapted this recipe by putting whole chicken thighs - not quartered, like the recipe says - into the slow cooker with the olive oil and spices. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high 3-4. Once the chicken is done, use tongs to remove it from the slow cooker and place the chicken on a foil-lined sheet pan. Spread the chicken out as much as possible and then broil in your oven until the top is crispy, about 3-5 minutes. Serve with naan, tomato slices and homemade tzatziki sauce.)

Meg AotW: Hamilton on Disney+

Original Facebook thread: Things I Wish Someone Had Told Me

Askers vs. Guessers - The Atlantic

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Ep. 250 Sprinklers, limeade, library books, and what made summer awesome

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Summer 2020 may be unlike anything we had hoped or planned for, but maybe that gives us an opportunity to rediscover the awesome of summer days of our childhoods. Join Meg as she shares what a variety of friends and Awesomes have said made for incredible summers when they were kids. You might just find yourself inspired to enjoy this summer more than you thought possible!

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SHOW NOTES:

Eva Nyc tone it down shampoo and conditioner

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Ep. 249 Internet life hacks: would you, could you, should you?

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We all need a little helpful from time to time, but is the internet the place to find it? This week, Meg is joined by her sister and Sorta Awesome regular Emily Harris, and together they explore some of the most intriguing life hacks from TikTok, YouTube, and more and discuss if these are tips they could, would, or should try! All of that plus some delicious kitchen inspiration and a delightful beach read in Awesome of the Week!

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SHOW NOTES:

Well Done on YouTube

Beach Read by Emily Henry

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Ep. 248 The best drink is the one you enjoy

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Bottoms up, Awesomes! This week, we're taking you down the aisles of the liquor store to help you feel more confident in picking just the right bottle of spirits! Join Meg and her husband Kyle as they talk about the history of alcohol, how wine and beer are different from liquor and how they are the same, and they give their picks and recommendations to take to the store with you. Even if you don't drink, this list will give you tons of ideas for buying gifts for the connoisseur in your life! All of that plus a thought-provoking book and a royal listen in Awesome of the Week!

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SHOW NOTES:

The Coddling of the American Mind

Noble Blood

Vodka - McCormick or Svedka - these aren’t really straight drinkers, but they’re solid mixers, even for something as simple as a Vodka Tonic.  For a sipper, Grey Goose and Stolichnaya.

White Rum - Bacardi or Cruzan

Spiced Rum - The Kraken

Rum Sipper - Kirk and Sweeney, which is a Dominican Rum

Tequila - Patron is popular.  Its fine, but I think popularity pushes the price higher than is justified.  As a sipper, try Don Julio Anejo.

Bourbon - As a value buy, we like Four Roses.  As a nice sipper and fine gift, try Woodford Reserve.  Maker’s Mark is also a staple.  If you’re purely going for a mixer, go for Jim Beam.

For Scotch, we’ve been hard pressed to find something we really like for less than $40-$50.  Laphroiag 10 is good.  Johnny Walker Double Black is good.  Ardbeg 10 is a favorite.  Those are all peaty scotches, which you may not like.  Glenmorangie is fine.  If I don’t want peaty, Glenrothes is very good.  Though not scotch by legal definition, Japanese whiskeys by Suntori are scotch-like.  Suntori lived in Scotland and I believe married a Scottish woman.  He brought what he learned there back to Japan.  From Suntory, we’ve enjoyed both Hibiki and Toki

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Revisiting How to Chat with Your Girlfriends About Race

In March 2018, Meg got to visit with race educator Krystle Cobran about how to have conversations with your friends about race. Her words and wisdom are more timely than ever, and we wanted to revisit it with you this week.

Krystle's expertise is in creating conversations invite connection and understanding, and you can discover more of her work for individuals or for corporate settings at krystlecobran.com

Other recommended listening:

Getting Started as a White Ally with Anna Hithersay at Currently Reading

68 Hometown: A conversation about race with LaToyia Brown, Monica Pickens, and Danielle Williams at 10 Things To Tell You

Bias series at Smartest Person in the Room

Ep. 247 Awesome Summer List: 2020

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We know that our Awesomes are smart, strong, and social, and we know you are exhausted right now, too. Between managing life upheaval in quarantine to listening, learning, and advocating for justice and change, our world feels extremely not awesome right now. But we want to remain true to what our mission has been from the beginnning - helping you find the awesome in the everyday. So when you are ready to take a break, we want to hang out with you! Let's talk about what we have to look forward to in summer 2020!

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SHOW NOTES:

Rebekah’s AotW: The Original Makeup Eraser

Meg’s AotW: Mockingbird History Lessons on Patreon

Rebekah’s Summer List:

Holipick Women Tankini Swimsuit with Boyshorts

Homemade Jam: What is the Difference Between Cooked Jam and Freezer Jam? 

On The Island by Tracy Garvis Graves

Dollar Tree Foot Scrubber

24 Hour Challenge for Kids: Rebekah's Instagram Stories

Meg’s Summer List:

Hello Curls by Noughty

Sparkling red wine

The Wedding Date series by Jasmine Guillory

Party of Two

OgoSport Copter Darts

The Honeypot Company

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Ep. 246 Every thorn has its rose (group show!)

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Our planet is just over two months into pandemic, quarantine, and all the very un-awesome things that have happened since, and we are all doing our best to make it through these chaotic times. This week, Meg is joined by both Kelly and Rebekah, and together they explore both the unexpected roses that have appeared in their lives during this time as well as the thorns that continue to be prickly. Join them for that conversation along with a fun TV show that you can recreate at home, a delicious recipe, and an app for meditative prayer in Awesome of the Week!

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SHOW NOTES:

Kelly's AotW: Coconut Rice

Meg’s AotW: Hallow app

Rebekah's AotW: LEGO Masters(Get a 1 month free trial to Hulu!)

Crockpot Swedish Meatballs

Nest Swing

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Ep. 245 What's worth the $$$

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When was the last time you had a case of full-blown sticker shock? Was that high price tag worth it? This week, Meg and Kelly get together to compare notes on the things they've purchased that were worth every single penny, as well as the items that were big bummers. From the kitchen to the closet and lots of things in-between, they share what splurges were worth it and which ones weren't! Plus drastic social media measures and a fun Netflix binge for YA lovers everywhere in Awesome of the Week!

Feeling super? This is the week to make it official! Come join the Super Star Awesomes!

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SHOW NOTES:

Kelly's AotW: Unfollow on Facebook

Meg AotW: Never Have i Ever on Netflix

GOOD INVESTMENT

  1. A good bike: Kelly's bike is similar to this one

  2. A good chef's knife: Kelly recommends this one from Misen

  3. Healthy food

  4. Good jeans: Meg likes Liverpool Jeans Lucy Bootcut in Dunmore Dark

  5. Good shoes: Meg loves her Vionic Tidewaters!

  6. Good lip moisturizers: Meg loves City Lips

BAD INVESTMENT

  1. Formal dresses, especially if you only wear them once

  2. New tech

  3. Worst high chair EVER

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Ep. 244 Dinner with the Stars

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If you're like us, you are watching a lot more television these days. And if you are also like us, you might be getting nostalgic for some of your all-time favorite characters, the ones you love so much, you'd want to invite them to a dinner party. This week, Meg and her sister Emily reveal who would land an invite for a party like that, and we want to hear who makes your list, too! All of that plus some great reads in Awesome of the Week! Find all of our link's in this week's show notes.

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SHOW NOTES:

Untamed

The Office an oral history

You can find Meg on FacebookTwitter, or Instagram!

You can find Emily on Instagram!

Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!