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This week on the pod, the Aunties debrief about their IRL hang – with white husbands in tow – in Santa Barbara. They spill some serious tea, including the time they both got dumped by the husbands in question (when they weren’t yet husbands). Then, they’re joined by Liam Gareau, host of the pop culture podcast “Tell Me Everything.” It’s unhinged shower routines part 3, as Liam walks us through how...

Even though Laurie Kilmartin is on the road, she’s sharing the ways she can still do some home cooking in a Hampton hotel. That is, if you count store-bought ramen and banana smoothies, which we do. Plus, Laurie shares how she recorded her new one-hour special with a wrinkly blouse, and what she’s doing to make sure it doesn’t happen again.  We want to hear from you! Drop us a message on Speakpipe...

The Aunties are celebrating Women’s History Month by adding to cart new-to-us women-owned brands. And these brands are delivering on all of the Aunties’ hopes and dreams. Ku is stocking up on the most precious baby clothes to fill Eme’s closet. Meanwhile, Su is entering a new stage of her life: clown/menopausal dressing. We’re talking oversized everything, bright patterns and the thickest fleece s...

We’re officially kicking off Auntie’s Book Club with the queen of endorphin dressing herself, Tabitha Brown. Tabitha shares all the new things she tried, and learned, through writing her latest book “I Did a New Thing: 30 Days to Living Free.” That includes four little words that are blowing Ku and Su’s minds. Then, SuChin and Tabitha add to cart talking about a transformation that’s come knocking...

SuChin’s dream guests have finally landed on the pod. The Aunties are joined by Lindsey Weber and Bobby Finger of Who? Weekly. They have carts that are all about the journey rather than the destination. Lindsey shares why it’s embarrassing to have a smartwatch die in public. Bobby is coveting a gold spoon that is perpetually out of stock. And Su talks about how she loosens “tight” bubbles in spark...

During this season of love, we’re showering our Galentines with presents the Lauren Lapkus way. Whether your bestie is on the go or unwinding at home, there’s something in Lauren’s cart for her. Plus, the Aunties and Lauren share their takes on the infamous Stanley Cups, how much talking is too much at Trader Joe’s, and beta blockers. This is what true female friendships are made of.  We want to h...

Though it’s only February, 2024 has bequeathed a lot upon the aunties already. Kulap shares a spooky Christmas Eve tale with Su, which results in her learning a very important lesson about limits and self-care. Meanwhile, Su is worshiping at the altar of a new king. Not only is he super handsome, he’s been sharing important messages about Asian American identity. And that’s even hotter. PS, friend...

This week, we're sharing an episode of XOXO Gossip Kings hosted by our friends Carl Tart and Lamar Woods. Kulap joins them to talk about an episode of Gossip Girl. Worlds collide with all of our faves! Gossip Royalty, you are in for a funnnnnn episode of Gossip Kings today! We have the incredible and hilarious Kulap Vilaysack on the pod with us today to discuss Season 6, Episode 2 of Gossip Girl:...

In our second installment of Borrowed Carts, the aunties are talking about some of their favorite products inspired by all the wonderful guests of the pod. From the snuggliest pillow, to mind-blowing flavored coffee, plus the perfect hair oil and more, these products are truly gamechangers. We want to hear from you! Drop us a message on Speakpipe . Subscribe to the Add to Cart newsletter for juicy...

New year, same aunties. Like every year, Ku and Su are sitting down to reflect on what they want to bring with them into 2024 and what they’re saying goodbye to. Ku explains why she’s in her middle-fingers-up era of fashion. Afterward, Su drops a secret she’s been keeping from the team for months. Plus, some difficult but loving conversations about loss and trauma.  We want to hear from you! Drop...

The planets are aligned and the stars are smiling down on us, because Jada Pinkett Smith is gracing the show this week. The aunties are adding to cart Jada’s new memoir “Worthy,” which chronicles her journey of self-love and healing. In a deeply intimate conversation, the aunties share with Jada how they entered their own shadowlands and came out the other side. Later, they put the retail in thera...

We’re dropping in your feed today to share one of our favorite shows!  Attitudes! is a political comedy podcast hosted by Erin Gibson and Bryan Safi who cover LGBTQ+ and gender issues of the moment with hilarity and healthy doses of vulgarity and absurdity. On this episode, we go deep on Bryan's mom's incessant bullying that he use Oregenol. Erin talks the GOP MAGA temper tantrums that are threate...

From the ATC family to yours, happy holidays! This week, we’re revisiting an episode from December 2022. Ku and Su take a moment to reflect on how a sprinkle of holiday joy is getting them through some tough times. Tis’ the season for relentless auntie behavior – and you know Ku and Su are not slacking on the decorations. Meanwhile, Auntie Su is building the Christmas village of her childhood drea...

After getting their fill of Tree Time and Village Time, Ku and Su gather round for the best part – presents! In this episode, the aunties unwrap their gifts for each other. It’s sweet, sentimental and full of crinkly wrapping paper noises. If you don’t like spoilers, don’t read the rest of the show notes! We want to hear from you! Drop us a message on Speakpipe . Subscribe to the Add to Cart newsl...

With the holiday shopping done and dusted, the MD, MD herself Majandra Delfino joins the aunties as they all reflect on some of their favorite carts of 2023. With her power as the ghostly specter of Maine, Majandra’s cart will bring you back from the brink. She’s lighting up spooky hallways, reviving bleached hair and shortening colds. Plus, SuChin and Majandra swap notes on their husbands’ regula...

We’re keeping this party going! This week, even more guests show up on our doorstep. SuChin’s love Mike Bender has two very sophisticated books for the kiddos. Laura Izumikawa shows the aunties how she can nap anywhere, anytime. And our resident futurist Caissie St. Onge returns from two years in the future, and she’s brewing up something that will change how you clean and do skincare. Come for th...

Pop open the champagne and grab a cocktail weenie because it’s an Add to Cart holiday party! We’re opening a revolving door to friends of the pod, who come bearing gifts. Danielle Schneider shares her presents that are perfect for just about anyone. Device Detective Deanna Cheng has a shiny new gadget that will change your life (or at least your chores). Finally, Bridger Winegar brings the gift of...

Carters, this week we're sharing an episode from our sister podcast The Deep Dive, featuring our very own SuChin. If the chaos from TREE TIME wasn't enough, here's a little dessert. Enjoy! This week Jessica and June’s excellence can no longer be held back and in 2023 we are landing at Mach 11 while trying new experiences on for size. Then, podcaster and MTV Icon SuChin Pak (Add To Cart, Uncared Fo...

The extreme-to-some Christmas decorating plans of Kulap and friends are moving from the groupchat to the roundtable. June Diane Raphael, Jessica St. Clair and Casey Wilson are here to talk about how they’re maximizing cozy Christmas time. SuChin, meanwhile, is hanging on by an email thread but ready to learn. Everyone has a tree (or three, or eight) to talk about, and they’re keeping score. Regard...

Happy Holidays Carters! Whether you've been naughty or nice, we're sliding into your feeds twice this holiday season. We’re rerunning an old episode that features several cameos from fam of the pod. Fun fact: this is Scott’s first appearance on the show! This episode's cart is jam-packed with the best of the Christmas season –– gifts, ornaments, expected and unexpected family members. We start off...

Santa Paul Scheer is here to put us in the prime Christmas mood! He’s got a sleigh full of tech, health and pop culture presents to elevate your gifting for the most discerning names on your list. “Paul’s Plunges” is your guide to dipping your toes (or your whole body) into the cold plunge trend. Whether it’s hot reads, plush blankets, fresh pickleball fits or his signature nerdy stocking stuffers...

Happy Holidays Carters! Whether you've been naughty or nice, we're sliding into your feeds twice this holiday season. This week, we're re-airing an old ATC favorite: SuChin's interview with the incomparable Jonathan Van Ness. They’re a hair magnate, O.G. podcaster, and the high priestess of living room gymnastics. Jonathan Van Ness joins Su to talk about that one time Ariana Grande unfollowed them...

Consider this episode a soothing Tiger Balm for the mania of Black Friday and holiday shopping. Aunties and Carters are banding together to share their tips and tricks for navigating sales, so you have space to actually enjoy #TreeTime. From taking care of your body to mapping out what stores to hit, you’ll emerge energized and prepared.  We want to hear from you! Drop us a message on Speakpipe ....

Bookworms, gather ‘round the fireplace for an auntie-approved holiday book club. Comedian Aparna Nancherla joins Ku and Su to talk about her new book “Unreliable Narrator: Me, Myself, and Imposter Syndrome.” Together, they unpack the voices in their heads – from the angry to the anxious. Plus, the aunties share their picks for holiday reading. Britney Spears’ memoir has SuChin reflecting on the ti...

Auntie Su’s creaking out of her coffin while Auntie Ku is in her season of power, so let’s go HARD into the holidays! After vowing that her gift shopping would be done by November 1, Ku reveals whether she crossed the finish line. Meanwhile, Su is sitting snug by the fireplace with a shopping list that’s as good as a Bridgerton slow burn. The aunties have brought their A game with a gift guide so...