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Dear 30s, we are not ready for you! Our backs hurt, our health is declining, and our clothes are out of style. It turns out the saying “if you don’t use it, you lose it" is true. But there is no time like the present to take back our lives and become the women we want to be! Join us as we discuss how we plan to glow up before the big 3-0.

Age is more than a number. It determines the development of your frontal lobe and who you should entertain on a romantic level. We talk about age gaps and give guidelines for every age. We also call out those who feel way too comfortable dating younger people and let the youngins know that the old person trying to date you is probably a loser.  Enjoy our unhinged chat and let us know who is the ol...

In this episode, we’re serving up a feast of conversation all about cooking games! From the games that first sparked our love for gaming to the modern-day culinary chaos, we explore the world of cooking-themed video games.  We dish out our thoughts on the beloved Diner Dash, dive into the over-the-top teamwork of the Overcooked franchise, and discuss the strategic, fast-paced madness of PlateUp. W...

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Octavia E. Butler, one of the most influential science fiction writers of our time. We reflect on her body of work, from Wild Seed to the Patternist series, examining how her novels blend social commentary, race, gender, and power dynamics in ways that challenge and inspire readers.  We share our personal thoughts on Butler's impact as we discuss the...

Friendships evolve as we navigate life, and knowing how to define and manage them can be tricky. In this episode, we explore what makes a friendship meaningful, how many friends are ideal, and strategies for making new connections as an adult.  We’ll also discuss the natural changes in friendships, from growth to endings, and share personal experiences, including navigating difficult friendships....

In this episode, we’re serving up all the tea on California dining, from fancy restaurants to the fast food spots we can’t resist. From our favorite sushi spot, Sanraku, to disappointing expensive restaurants like 7 Adams, we rank the best and worst places we’ve tried in California. Whether it’s fine dining or late-night In-N-Out cravings, we discuss what we loved and what we’d never do again. Plu...

Thinking about grad school or already navigating its challenges? In this episode, we share our personal journeys through graduate applications and the harsh realities of academia. We have faced discrimination and toxic environments while managing financial strain.  This is an honest discussion about why you might want to reconsider pursuing advanced degrees. Join us as we reflect on our experience...

In this episode, we’re breaking the number one rule of book club: DO. NOT. TALK. ABOUT. BOOK CLUB.  We spill our thoughts on the best (and worst) book-to-movie adaptations. From books we’d love to see on screen to dissecting what makes a truly great story, we cover everything from thrillers like A Flicker in the Dark to the genius of Octavia Butler.  Join us as we chat about why we love reading, o...

As we get older, we start to focus on financial responsibility. The need to make the right choices to stay in control of our financial future. However, that can prove to be difficult as “mo money” brings “mo problems”. In this episode, we’ll share our favorite resources, including books and apps, and discuss the value of weekly money meetings. Tune in to hear about our budget breakdowns and how a...

“Cough Cough, we’re sick” with the travel bug. In this episode, we’re diving into our favorite travel stories, from near death experiences like Syndi’s scary brush with the Mediterranean Sea to the adventures that sparked our love for exploring.  We’ll share the best places we’ve visited, why travel is such a core part of who we are, and our upcoming bucket list destinations. Whether you’re all ab...

We’re all getting older, yet somehow we still feel young. Today we discuss the difficulties of getting older and how trying to prepare for the future brings its own challenges. Especially when you don’t really know what you’re doing.

At last, my love has come along… or not.  These days our FYP is full of women putting up with their trash men.* Enough is enough! It’s time for women to STAND UP.  We explore disappointing celebrity couples and unhealthy societal expectations for heterosexual relationships. Then, we provide a guide, Chanel’s Law, for women to finally have standards.  *The bar is in hell 😈

How does your introduction to money affect how you spend it today? In this episode, we go into detail about our relationships with money, our mistakes of the past, and how to set ourselves up for success.  We hit on credit cards, loans, budgeting, paying off debt, post-graduate income, and saving for retirement.

Music, music and more music! Sometimes it feels like your playlists are getting stale and the only way to fix it is to try something new. We took a deep dive into some new-to-us artists and rated their projects.  Join us in our exploration and expand your music library! We cover... (00:57) Baby Tate Presents - Sexploration: The Musical - EP by Baby Tate (22:20) 3, The EP. by milk.

Moving on up to a deluxe apartment in the sky! Moving can be an exciting idea, but it can be one of the most taxing things you’ll experience.  Today, we are exploring moving for the first time, roommate horror stories, and living solo.

Starting fresh can be hard, but it’s harder when you’re 27 figuring everything out on your own. In this episode, we tackle this challenge as we answer the question - are hobbies really everything?  Join us as we discuss what makes a good hobby and how hobbies are the key to establishing ourselves as semi-functioning adults!