Note 2 Self

In this episode of Note 2 Self, Saskia reflects on seeing Fred Again live in New York during his residency and why the night felt less like a concert and more like a spiritual experience. She explores how great DJs read and channel energy, why live music creates such deep presence and connection, and what happens when we allow ourselves to fully experience a moment instead of trying to capture it....

Season 2 of Note 2 Self begins with a new chapter... and a new format. In this opening solo episode, Saskia reflects on the unexpected cultural moment around Heated Rivalry and what it reveals about the rise of romantasy in pop culture. From emotional escapism to collective obsession, this episode explores why stories like these resonate so deeply right now, and what they might be offering us bene...

Happy holidays, N2S listeners 🎄 In this special episode, the girls kick things off with a very on-theme chat about childhood holiday traditions over the years. The conversation quickly pivots into tales of risqué holiday party behaviour, both witnessed and reported by friends, before naturally spiralling into a discussion on the morals around cheating. From there, the girls dive into a brief but...

In this week’s episode of Note 2 Self, the girls kick things off with the absolute chaos that is moving in New York City. From there, the conversation spirals (naturally) into the universal nightmare of dentists asking questions while their hands are literally in your mouth. The episode then takes a turn into women’s health, with an honest, candid chat around IUDs and everything that comes with th...

In this week's episode of Note 2 Self, the girls recap their travel and Thanksgiving adventures across Argentina, Mexico, California, and Minnesota. They chat about the possibility of one day living in California, the stereotypes that come with it, and the importance of “finding community”. And in a surprise twist, Cat goes a little full woo-woo, proving California rubs off on everyone. It’s w...

In this week’s episode of Note 2 Self, Saskia and Cat kick things off with some much-needed updates on Cat’s new dog, Albert, and an important spotlight on The Sato Project . Then, for the first time in N2S history, the girls don’t spiral. Instead, they deep-dive into one big, slightly terrifying question: What does it mean to date an AI chatbot? After reading " My Couples Retreat With 3 AI C...

In this week’s episode of Note 2 Self, the girls kick things off with unexpected follow-ups to not one, but two of Cat’s most niche New York stories: Pogo Stick Guy and, of course, her beloved Paul Rudd. From there, the spiral takes a spooky turn into personal ghost stories, ending in goosebumps, and the question of life after death. Finally, with today being Thanksgiving, the girls unpack the psy...

In this week's episode of Note 2 Self, the girls kick things off with a dive into recent "news"... from a class of missing children to the New York mayoral election, featuring the beautiful Zohran Mamdani. From there, the spiral continues into a new instalment of Cat’s Care Corner, which leads the girls into an ethical debate on nature vs. nurture. This naturally unfolds into tales o...

In this week’s episode of Note 2 Self, the girls kick things off with a solid review of Ryan Murphy’s latest dumpster fire — All’s Fair. With Kim Kardashian leading an all-star cast, Saskia shares her unfiltered review as she and Cat unpack everything that’s wrong (and unintentionally hilarious) about the show. From there, the spiral continues into sleep paralysis demons and a brief chat on all th...

On this week’s episode of Note 2 Self, the girls open with a chat about sample sales, vintage stores, and the overwhelm that comes with trying to find gems in a sea of “maybes.” From there, Cat gives an update on her fertility journey in a new segment we’re calling Cat’s Care Corner. Finally, Saskia shares part two of her travels through India. Unpacking the beauty, lessons, and moments of gratitu...

On this week’s episode of Note 2 Self, the girls kick things off with a deep dive into the hard truths of the egg-freezing process. Cat opens up about her experience, from the hormone treatments to the daily hospital visits, and the emotional rollercoaster in between. From there, we pivot into part one of Saskia’s recent trip to India, unpacking her travel tales, takeaways, and unexpected highligh...

This episode of Note 2 Self marks the official halfway point of our first season! In celebration, the girls share their learnings so far. In true N2S style, the conversation spirals into Cat’s experience getting armpit Botox (and developing a minor crush on her doctor). Saskia then shares some reflections after listening to Matthew McConaughey’s episode of The Diary of a CEO with Steven Bartlett,...

In this episode of Note 2 Self, Cat and Saskia kick things off with the story of how one of them managed to sell copies of her friend’s book… through dating apps. From there, the spiral begins: dating app chaos, encounters with the notorious “reply guy,” and other tales from their single era. The girls also cover embarrassing childhood flashbacks that still haunt them to this day. Juicy, unhinged,...

In this episode of Note 2 Self, Cat and Saskia take us on a deep dive into relationships. Sparked by How to Love Better by Yung Pueblo, the girls get vulnerable about their own relationship challenges, love languages, and the expectations of love shaped by pop culture. It’s raw, honest, and a little therapeutic. Join us in the deep end.

In this week’s episode of Note 2 Self, Cat and Saskia kick things off with confronting hair salon visits and the toll they can take on self-esteem. From there, the spiral begins: cursed childhood Furbies, the strangely addictive depths of Reddit rabbit holes, and a nostalgic deep dive into 2010 clubbing culture. In the wise words of Ne-Yo and Pitbull: "grab somebody sexy..." and listen t...

In this episode of Note 2 Self, Saskia kicks us off with a story time of how her Burning Man “goodies” landed her sister, unknowingly, on a mushroom trip in the ER. From there, the spiral continues into bougie laundromats as the ultimate speed-dating venue and the genius of errand dates. Finally, Cat and Saskia wrap up with their thoughts (or lack thereof) on the finale of The Summer I Turned Pret...

In this episode of Note 2 Self, Cat introduces us to her new (real!) puppy, Albert, before Saskia takes us on a full breakdown of her unforgettable Burning Man experience. From 17-hour waits at the gate to flooded camps and an unreal sunrise Rufus Du Sol set, Saskia shares the highs, lows, and lessons from a week in the desert. Buckle up — this one’s a wild ride.

This special throwback from Note 2 Self comes straight from the archives—a raw, early trial recording that was never meant to see the light of day… until now. Cat and Saskia cover everything from Cat’s Big Brother audition to the cringeworthy tradition of hard-copy school photos in the 2000s. It’s unfiltered, a little chaotic, and completely Note 2 Self.

In this episode of Note 2 Self we open with Saskia detailing the final stages of Burning Man prep as she leaves to head to the desert. This leads to reminiscing on childhood nostalgia, including the Beanie Baby to Labubu pipeline. Then, Cat and Saskia spill some truly juicy dating stories from their 20s, covering ghosting, awkward encounters, and the strut of success. Join us for the spiral.

In this episode of Note 2 Self, we kick things off with a greeting from our unexpected new “host,” Louis the dog, a vintage carafe Saskia fell in love with in France. From there, we dive into everything from the quirks of living in Manhattan vs. Brooklyn, including a gnarly dog bite, to the art of code-switching and even the unexpectedly wholesome pairing of Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson. It’s a...

In this episode of Note 2 Self, the girls dive into Cat’s recent European adventures, including her new “festy rat” era at Dek Mantel, getting lost in a forest, and a run-in with an interesting Uber driver. Saskia shares her experience “ringing the bell” at Nasdaq and reflects on the highs and lows of corporate girly life. As always, the chat spirals in unexpected directions and wraps up with a Lo...

In this week’s episode of Note 2 Self, we’re trying something new. While Cat is off gallivanting in Europe, Saskia takes the mic for a solo episode. Building on the book Fair Play by Eve Rodsky (mentioned in a previous episode), Saskia gets candid about her own experience applying Rodsky’s methods for dividing the workload in a long-term relationship. Vulnerable, honest, and a little bit raw — div...

In this episode of Note 2 Self, the girls officially enter their festy rat era—with Cat gearing up for Dekmantel and Saskia’s chaotic Burning Man prep, leaving us with more questions than answers. Naturally, things spiral into everything from insomnia-fueled purchases (hello, air hockey table) to shared frustrations with pharmacy locks and the ever-dysfunctional United States Postal Service. Join...

In this episode of Note 2 Self, we kick things off with Saskia’s recent trip to France. A recap that starts with the health effects of drinking wine like it’s water and ends with Saskia adopting her most prized possession, her dog Louis. Meanwhile, Cat shares the absurd lengths she’s gone to in the name of people-pleasing. The girls also unpack facelifts, the inevitability of aging, and what it fe...

In this episode of Note 2 Self, Cat and Saskia vent about the steamy hellscape that is summer in New York. Then, they take a sharp turn into fertility, as Cat opens up about her experience freezing her eggs and navigating the often-overwhelming healthcare system. Finally, things unravel with the retelling of the now-infamous Carnage Cruise, Saskia’s 30th birthday recovery day that turned into tota...