High Heels and Hay Bales

You can’t manifest your way out of capitalism - no matter how many crystals, affirmations, or vision boards you’ve got. In this episode, Adrienne and Kristen unpack the growing obsession with manifestation and why “just dream it and it’ll come” advice often misses the mark - especially if you’re not rich, white, or born with a trust fund. They talk about what it actually  takes  to make your dream...

What would change if women ran the world? (Spoiler: a lot.) In this episode of  High Heels and Hay Bales , we’re diving headfirst into the  real  cost of being a woman - from the pink tax and overpriced razors to the invisible labor we’re expected to perform every day. With a healthy dose of feminine rage and no filter, we’re calling out the nonsense, imagining a better future, and laughing throug...

After a couple of heavier episodes, Adrienne and Kristen are back with a little levity (because we could all use a break from the doom spiral). This week, they’re taking on the outrageous, the absurd, and the downright offensive things that are  somehow  still legal. From mystery fees to corporate scams to crimes against common sense - nothing is safe. Come laugh, vent, and maybe rage a little as...

Budgeting advice is everywhere but most of it’s either out of touch or downright shaming. So we’re cutting through the noise. In this episode, Adrienne (the bankruptcy lawyer in heels) and Kristen (the hay bale budgeter) dive into: The budgeting myths that messed us up Why budgeting isn't just about spreadsheets - it’s about  survival What actually works when life doesn’t fit inside a budget t...

In this episode, Adrienne and Kristen dive headfirst into the absurdity of living in 2025 - where the news cycle never sleeps, prices never chill, and our bank accounts are just as tired as we are. This isn't a political podcast (we swear). It's two women with ADHD, limited bandwidth, and strong-ass opinions trying to make sense of  whatever  is going on this week. From grocery bills to gl...

Why do so many smart, capable women feel like frauds even when they’ve done the work? This week, Adrienne and Kristen tackle imposter syndrome head-on: from the sneaky ways it shows up to the generational patterns that shape how we deal with it (or don’t). Adrienne opens up about writing her book and questioning whether she was “qualified” enough to write it at all. The two take a mini imposter sy...

The U.S. healthcare system is a mess and this week, Adrienne and Kristen are breaking it all the way down. From outrageous insurance premiums to denied claims and $600 ER visits that result in no actual care, this episode pulls back the curtain on the financial nightmare that is staying healthy in America. Adrienne brings the receipts as a bankruptcy lawyer who’s seen countless clients destroyed b...

Ever wonder why the dishes aren’t done, the bills are late, and your Amazon cart is full of stuff you  swear  you needed in the moment? Yeah, same. In this episode, Adrienne and Kristen go full neurospicy as they unpack what it’s really like living (and spending) with ADHD. From impulse buys and forgotten due dates to executive dysfunction and emotional rollercoasters, nothing’s off-limits. They g...

Is the economy falling apart again or are we just paying closer attention this time? In this episode, Adrienne and Kristen unpack the chaos of today’s financial landscape: soaring prices, rising tariffs, and some unsettling similarities to the 2008 housing crisis. With relatable insight and a good dose of sarcasm, they explore how everyday people are trying to stay afloat in a system that feels in...

Are you a bougie spender or a budget queen? This week, Adrienne and Kristen dive into their real-life spending habits - from the most ridiculous thing they’ve ever dropped money on to the most budget-savvy hacks they actually use. It’s an honest (and hilarious) look at how money shapes our daily lives, priorities, and self-worth. We’re talking: Our most bougie purchases Frugal hacks that  actually...

Money is weird right now. Making it, managing it,  keeping  it - none of it feels easy for most of us. In this episode, Kristen gets real about how she makes money promoting products on TikTok Shop and how that hustle keeps her afloat, while Adrienne shares her very different relationship with financial stability. Together, they dive into what it’s really like navigating money stress, fears about...

You’ve heard them talk about kids, money, and life — now it’s time to really get to know the voices behind  High Heels & Hay Bales . In this rapid fire Q&A episode, Adrienne (the bougie bankruptcy attorney) and Kristen (the hillbilly homesteader) go head-to-head answering fun, weird, and very real questions about themselves. Who’s more likely to splurge on shoes? Who has the messier car? W...

Brace yourself, because we’re talking dollars, diapers, and downright chaos. In this episode of  High Heels & Hay Bales , Adrienne (the bougie lawyer mom) and Kristen (the barefoot homesteading mom) break down what it  actually  costs to raise kids today - and how different those numbers look when your lives (and budgets) couldn’t be more opposite. From big-city dance classes to farm-fresh sol...

Meet your hosts! In this first episode of  High Heels & Hay Bales , Adrienne and Kristen introduce themselves, share how their unlikely friendship began, and talk about what inspired them to start this podcast. You'll hear about their very different backgrounds - from courtrooms to chicken coops - and get a preview of the honest, funny, and real conversations ahead. Get ready for stories about...