New Roads, New Rules

Send us Fan Mail There’s a place we all visit… usually late at night…  when everything gets a little too quiet and a little too honest. It’s where all the things we swore we’d do “someday” live. The goals.  The dreams.  The versions of ourselves we thought we’d become by now. And if we’re being real?  Some of them aren’t just sitting there… they’re haunting us. In this episode, we’re opening the d...

Send us Fan Mail "Nobody told me that I would become emotionally attached to a throw blanket." In this episode of New Roads, New Rules , Terri dives deep into the hilarious, humbling, and surprisingly emotional realities of navigating life’s later chapters. We’re moving past the "standard" advice and getting into the raw truth about the shifts no one prepares you for. In this e...

Send us Fan Mail Do you remember the height of luxury? Growing up in Chicago and the suburbs, we didn’t need Michelin stars or designer labels to feel like royalty.  We had cheese cubes on a crystal platter , Ritz crackers , and the ultimate gourmet delicacy: aerosol spray cheese .  In this episode of New Roads, New Rules , Sandi and Terri take a hilarious trip down memory lane to revisit all the...

Send us Fan Mail You've tried everything. The diets. The meal plans. Counting calories. Cutting carbs. Working out harder. Starting over every Monday. And somehow... you're back here again. If that sentence just hit a little too close — this episode is for you. Terri and Sandi are joined by Hannah , certified life coach, trainer, and someone who has lived exactly what she teaches. She lo...

Send us Fan Mail Here's the trimmed version — punchy, high-converting, and right at the limit: You planned for everything. Kindergarten registration. Soccer schedules. School projects at midnight. College tours and move-in day tears. But nobody — not one person — prepared you for the silence. The kids are gone. The house is quiet. And somewhere between "you must be so proud" and sta...

Send us Fan Mail When did everyone become famous for… existing? This week on New Roads, New Rules , we’re diving headfirst into the chaos of modern fame — filters, fake lives, apology tours, reality TV romance, AI deepfakes — and asking the question we’ve all whispered while scrolling: What are we even watching anymore? From Notes-app apologies to reality shows that feel more scripted than sitcoms...

Send us Fan Mail When did we quietly become the supporting cast in our own lives? Somewhere between raising kids, building careers, managing households, and keeping everyone emotionally stable… a lot of us stepped out of the spotlight without even realizing it. This week on New Roads, New Rules , Sandi and Terri are reclaiming it. We’re talking Main Character Energy — after 50. And no, this isn’t...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever stopped and thought… who made these rules? In this episode of New Roads, New Rules , Terri and Sandi dive into the invisible rulebook so many of us have been living by — without ever agreeing to it. The rules about being easygoing.  About not rocking the boat.  About sticking with what you chose — even when it doesn’t fit anymore.  About earning rest.  About shrinkin...

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever thought, “I haven’t changed anything… so why does my body feel like it did?” — this episode is for you. This week on New Roads, New Rules , Terri and Sandi dig into one of the most frustrating (and misunderstood) topics women face in midlife: menopause, hormones, and weight gain . Not from a place of shame or blame — but from curiosity, clarity, and compassion. They...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 • Episode 2 Dating Again—or Choosing Peace? Getting Back Out There After Years of Being Married This episode gets a little spicier—and a lot more honest. In Episode 2, Terri and Sandi step straight into the conversation most women have quietly in their heads but rarely say out loud: after a long marriage ends… are you supposed to start dating again, or is choosing peace t...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 • Episode 1 New Roads, New Rules: The Year of YES — Trusting Yourself Without Overthinking Everything What if this is the year you stop second-guessing yourself? Season 4 kicks off with a bold (but very intentional) theme: The Year of YES. Not the reckless, burn-it-all-down kind of yes—but the kind that comes from self-trust, lived experience, and finally loosening the gr...

Send us Fan Mail 🚨 REPLAY WEEK #2 — And Roadies, this one is ESSENTIAL LISTENING. We’re still on our two-week break (hydrating, reflecting, and definitely not starting our resolutions yet), but today we’re replaying one of the most powerful conversations we’ve ever had on the show. If you missed it? Fix that now. If you heard it already? Trust us… it hits even harder the second time. This week, w...

Send us Fan Mail 🚨 REPLAY WEEK — and trust us, Roadies, this is one you NEED in your ears. We’re taking a short two-week break (your girls need a nap), but we’re replaying one of our most-loved episodes — and if you missed it the first time, this is your sign from the universe to hit play immediately. This episode is a generational showdown… except without the drama, just the comedy, chaos, and s...

Send us Fan Mail 🚨 SEASON FINALE ALERT — And trust us, Roadies… you do not want to miss this one. Season 3 wraps with New Year, Same Us (…But with Better Intentions) — the episode every Gen X woman needs before she accidentally signs up for four gym memberships and buys a $300 planner she’ll abandon by February. Sandi and Terri are kicking off 2026 with the truth:  ✨ Resolutions are overwhelming...

Send us Fan Mail 🚨 NEW EPISODE DROP — AND YOU NEED THIS ONE BEFORE JANUARY HITS. If your bank account is recovering from the holidays…  If your credit card is whispering, “Girl, please stop”…  If you’ve already declared 2026 is going to be your year … Then Season 3, Episode 11: Girl Math, Grown-Up Bills & Getting Our Money Together for 2026 is the episode you cannot afford to miss. Literally....

Send us Fan Mail Get ready for a deep dive into the most magical (and sometimes maniacal!) time of the year! 🎄 Tune in for Season 3, Episode 10: The Hope and Humbug of the Holidays ! We're tackling all of it: the warmth, the nostalgia, and that sneaky holiday 'pressure cooker' that has us reaching for the dessert table or maybe a stiff drink. Are you coping or truly connecting? We’...

Send us Fan Mail Is the wind chill hurting your face? Have you canceled plans to make a deeper connection with your couch? This episode is for you. Terri and Sandi are dropping the ultimate Indoor Girl Winter Survival Guide to help you keep your sanity—and your will to live—until spring. They cover all the essentials: The must-have Cozy Wear that qualifies as a full uniform. The best Home Comforts...

Send us Fan Mail Are you spending more on supplements than groceries? On this episode of New Roads, New Rules , Terri and Sandi pull back the curtain on the multi-billion dollar wellness industrial complex that constantly tells women they're "not enough".    They break down the most viral—and expensive—trends, starting with the unregulated world of "clean beauty" and the h...

Send us Fan Mail Stop right there! If you've ever thought about quitting your healthy habits because you’re too busy, too tired, or just plain over it , this episode is for you! Are you living on coffee and pretending that handful of popcorn counts as a well-balanced dinner? Us too, sis! This week, we are ripping the lid off what it really takes to feel physically amazing and resilient when y...

Send us Fan Mail Pull up a chair, grab a plate, and join us for our first-ever Friendsgiving episode — where things get loud, funny, and a little unhinged in the best way. With Sandi home sick (we miss her!), Terri takes over the host chair and brings along five guests ready to spill their wildest traditions, funniest Thanksgiving mishaps, and the little moments they’re grateful for this year. It’...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we’re talking about gratitude — but not the polished, Pinterest version. Sandi and Terri dive into the real stuff: the everyday, overlooked thank-yous that actually make life feel lighter. From the tiny moments that save our sanity to the invisible emotional labor women carry, this episode explores how noticing the “small things” can shift your mood, your mindset, and e...

Send us Fan Mail It’s been a hard week—and Terri and Sandi are saying it out loud. In this honest and heartfelt episode, they open up about burnout, self-doubt, and those moments when you start wondering if you’re really holding it all together. With insights from You Are a Badass, Mel Robbins’ “Let Them” theory, and Burnout by the Nagoski sisters, they explore how to find your footing when life f...

Send us Fan Mail This episode dives into the freedom and friction that come with midlife — when your body, mindset, and priorities shift, but your spirit hasn’t exactly caught up. It’s about embracing that sweet spot between wisdom and wildness — knowing we could stay home, but we might still end up barefoot on a dance floor. Support the show Stay connected with us! Follow New Roads, New Rules on...

Send us Fan Mail In this empowering and heartfelt conversation, Terri and Sandi open up about their own journeys of taking the leap — leaving the comfort of “safe” paths to create businesses and projects built around their passions. Joining them is Jamie Martin, a longtime friend of Terri’s — wife to Erik, mom of three girls, CEO of Blythe Martin Productions, and the creative force behind Miss Jam...

Send us Fan Mail In this Season 3 kickoff, Sandi and Terri tackle a workplace topic that’s all too real: how to move up the ladder without kicking someone off the rung below you. From advocating for yourself to being a true team player, this episode explores how women can succeed at work without competing destructively. You’ll learn ways to showcase your ideas, own your achievements, and build inf...