the chat

This week we’re chatting about our weekend in Austin, TX! This was both of our first times in Austin, and it did not disappoint. We were here to attend the Dear Media IRL event and had a blast. It was a busy weekend full of content, recording, and filming. We're feeling super motivated & inspired and can't wait to fill you in on more of our podcast updates next week. Tune in to hear all...

This week we’re chatting about what we've been up to the last two weeks! We haven't recorded in what feels like forever, and there's LOTS to catch each other up on. Amanda recaps the ups and downs of her trip to Hawaii and sets the record straight about Britt's invite getting lost in the mail. Britt has had lots of fun friend time lately and is working to keep her social battery intact. We'r...

Today we're chatting about current pop culture topics with Sarah Turner! Sarah is co-hosting the podcast with Britt this week, while Amanda is on a tropical work trip. We cover a wide range of topics from influencer divorces, Coachella houses, Gypsy Rose, and more. Join in on our chat over on Instagram and let us know if you agree with some of our hot takes! PLUS hear about job promotions, work li...

This week we’re chatting about our favorite spring break memories! We fully support planning your own "adult spring breaks," so we're throwing it back to some of our best spring break stories. Gone are the days of getting a full week off just because, but we can still reminisce! We're not dishing out too much advice this epsiode, but we hope you're entertained! PLUS hear about going out to t...

This week we’re chatting about something super important: checking in with your friends! We share a list of 10 questions that make for great conversation starters when checking in on a friend's wellbeing. Having occasional check-ins is a great way to maintain all relationships in your life, and we hope that you can use some of these questions to start chatting with your favorite people! PLUS...

This week we’re chatting about a not-so-fun topic: saving money! This year is jampacked with fun trips and activities to look forward to. Because of that, we're in full money saving mode in our downtime. Tune in to hear our tips and tricks for making life a litte less expensive and our biggest motivations for doing so. We hope you can take something from this episode and apply it to your own...

This week we’re chatting about our ultimate spring resets! Spring is our time to defrost from the winter blues and we're super excited to prep for the upcoming months. Tune in to hear us cover apartment, closet, and personal resets. We hope this inspires our listeners to spruce up their lives this spring... summer is right around the corner! PLUS hear about our inability to run a mile, colle...

This week we’re chatting about first dates! We had so much fun with this topic. We start by recaping our first dates with our current partners and follow it up with our craziest first date experiences... buckle up. Who pays? Double dates? Alcohol? Tune in for our takes. And finally, our biggest first date red flags and how to leave early if things aren't going well. Thank you to everyone who...

This week we’re chatting about our shared struggles navigating our mid-twenties. Some would call this a quarter life crisis, but we don't really see it that way. It's completely normal to feel like you don't know what you're supposed to be doing right now... no need to be in crisis mode. In this episode, we're having a candid chat about our feelings on feeling behind in life and struggling w...

This week we’re chatting about what we think is in and out for 2024! Think of this like we’re magazine editors and you’re reading our latest editorial. We cover beauty, skincare, fashion, finance, social media, and more! Keep in mind that these are just our personal takes and if you enjoy any of these things, we love that for you. PLUS hear about mismatched shoelaces, giant coffe...

This week we're chatting about the choice to drink or stay sober at different events. We touched on this conversation a few episodes back and wanted to revisit it today! Tune in to hear our tips for staying sober at events, as well as some excuses you can use. We are both fans of drinking and having fun, but it's important to find a balance. Hopefully this helps you find yours! PLUS hear about coc...

This week we're chatting about our quest to defeat the Sunday scaries! We give our best personal and professional tips for setting ourselves up to have the best possible week. Planning out your ideal Sunday to relax and decompress before a busy week can be one of your most beneficial decisions. We preach productivity around here but also recognize that it's completely normal to feel some anxiety g...

This week we're chatting about Valentines & Galentines Day! We share our plans for the days this year and encourage you all to celebrate regardless of your relationship status. If you're going into this week single, show yourself and your gal pals some extra love. We recap our best and worst Valentines Day experiences and finish off the episode by sharing your funniest vday submissions! Rememb...

Today we're chatting about beating the winter uglies and our individual glo ups over the years. If you're unfamiliar with the "winter uglies" Tik Tok trend, here's the very official definition: feeling less pretty in the winter season. This is all in good fun, and we cannot stress the importance of loving yourself enough. We hope this gives you a good laugh and inspires you to do some self care. T...

Today we're chatting all about red flags! These red flags deter us from getting close to people in a relationship, friendship, or business environment. Some are serious, some are funny, but all are code red for staying away. We rank our top red flags and give real examples of each one. We hope that all of you gain something from this episode and think about your personal red flags! Let us know wha...

Today we're chatting about our favorite topic... food! We go all in on our healthy (and unhealthy) food habits and give our best tips for "cooking for one." Tune in for our different grocery shopping strategies and how this correlates to our favorite recipes. We hope you can all take a tip or trick from this episode to use in your kitchens! PLUS, hear about porta potties, eye infections, and an in...

Today we're chatting about our weekend in San Diego! Brittney took a trip to visit Amanda and we're recaping the whole experience for all of you. We were able to add a bunch of great spots to our weekend itinerary and hope that you can take some inspo from us for a fun weekend with your friends! PLUS, hear about winning an iPad, cracking a windshield, and Dry January... San Diego spots mentioned:...

Today we're chatting about a new character in The Chat Universe: Sarah Turner! Sarah is joining us as the first ever guest of our show. We are sitting down in this episode to discuss the history of our friendship, our best memories, her experience living in Kansas, nursing school, her current life in Santa Barabara, night shift in the nicu, traveling internationally, and more! We're super excited...

Today we're chatting about our 2024 goals and resolutions! We are making plans to better ourselves and make the most out of a new year. Our resolutions cover categories like personal health, friends and family, finances, careers, and more! Tune in to hear about our visions for the year and how we will be holding ourselves accountable.  PLUS, hear about our Christmas and New Years weekends! We...

Today we're chatting about all things Christmas! We're getting real festive this week and breaking down our weekend plans and family traditions leading into the holiday weekend. We debate which is better: white elephant vs secret santa and highlight our all-time best childhood gifts. Tune in to get super festive with us! PLUS, hear about a lost driver's license, princess-themed bedrooms, and an IG...

Today we're chatting about our tips for staying healthy during the holidays! We get real about maintaining physical, mental, and emotional health as the year wraps up. These are hectic (and very fun!) times, and there are plently of ways to enjoy the festivities without burning yourself out. Remember: you can't show up for others if you don't show up for yourself.  PLUS, hear about failed att...

Today we're chatting about our 2023 Year Wrapped. Taking inspiration from the infamous Spotify Wrapped that came out last week, we are breaking down our personal highs and lows of the year. 2023 was filled with lots of change, and we're here to break it all down for your entertainment.  PLUS, hear about December Nights at Balboa Park, chaotic mall days, and roadtrips with mom! Make sure you'r...

Today we're chatting about the events of Thanksgiving week that ended with Brittney's birthday over the weekend. Amanda was in town all week and we had ourselves some fun! We debrief the events of Wednesday night's high school reunion and debate if we may have aged out of that annual event. There was lots of family time to chat about, Friendsgivings, and of course, Brittney's birthday night out on...

Today we're chatting about our favorite products of 2023! We agree that most, if not all, of these products will make great gifts and stocking stuffers this holiday season. Our products cover multiple categories: beauty, kitchen, tech, and more. Make sure to check out our IG, and let us know what you're gifting to your loved ones! PLUS, hear about the perfect fall day, Amanda's recruiting skills,...

Today we're chatting about whether we would splurge or save on a list of products / experiences! Tune in to hear us justify spending a little extra on certain things while bargaining on others... basically our version of Price Is Right. We tend to agree on most of these things, so let us know if you agree or disagree on the items we chat about! Credit for the idea and a lot of our product list goe...