Orange Juice Optional

Episode Notes In this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional, Suzanne is worked up about her upcoming travels to Foreign destinations that are new to her. Michelle will be a supportive friend, as Suzanne shares all the reasons that she is apprehensive about going. To get this episode in, October’s book club episode has been pushed back to next week. Stepping into the Nostalgia presented by Tom La...

In this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional, Suzanne and Michelle will be talking about traveling to an International destination that is unfamiliar to them. When faced with the unknown, they talk about how you can prepare yourself for a new adventure and experience. Then, Michelle will quiz Suzanne on international dinner etiquette. Both ladies quickly discover that this is a topic they need...

In this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional, Suzanne and Michelle will be talking about fear, irrational fears, and anxiety. To combat those overwhelming emotions, Suzanne will share her thoughts on why it’s important to have an exit strategy for every situation. Before this episode concludes, Michelle will introduce listeners to the book “Tom Lake” by Ann Patchett. This book is a NY Times bes...

In this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional, Suzanne and Michelle will be talking about a recent dinner that Michelle attended. Suzanne will then introduce a conversation about dinner etiquette and the importance of having good table manners. While it wasn’t introduced in this week’s episode, the book we will be reading in October is “Tom Lake” by Ann Patchett. This book is a New York Times be...

Episode Notes In this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional, Suzanne and Michelle will be talking about September’s book of the month - “Trust” by Herman Diaz. Then, to close this episode out, Suzanne will share this week’s “Something to Sip on”. This is a quote, or words of wisdom, that are shared to inspire others. So, enjoy…& until next week…Cheers!! A link to September’s book of the mont...

Episode Notes In this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional, Suzanne and Michelle will be talking about those everyday items, or gadgets, that have made our lives so much easier.  Then, before this episode concludes, Suzanne will remind the listeners that September’s book of the Month is “Trust” by Hernan Diaz (please find the link below). Michelle will then share this week’s “Something to Sip o...

Episode Notes In this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional, Suzanne and Michelle will be talking about Suzanne’s current backyard and home remodeling projects.  Knowing that she will have “to love and live with” the finished design, her frustrations are mounting with all the current day missteps and set backs.  Will the end results be worth all of this frustration?  It could be December before...

Episode Notes In this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional, Suzanne and Michelle will be taking a look at their different character traits. Please listen in, as they discuss the traits that they hold most dear to their hearts. After that discussion, the ladies will be taking a “would you rather” character traits quiz. This quiz will identify the one character trait that they both despise most i...

Episode Notes Why hello everyone and welcome to this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional!  This is a book club episode!!!  So…Listen in as Suzanne and Michelle discuss the book “The Last Thing He Told her” by Laura Dave. While both ladies agree that this book was an entertaining summer read, Suzanne, the avid reader, can’t help but share a few minor literary critiques of her own.  Before this...

Episode Notes Why hello everyone and welcome to this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional!  Listen in as Suzanne and Michelle discuss the fires that recently devestated Maui, Hawaii. After sending their love and prayers to the people of Hawaii, the ladies (with the help of the red cross.org ) then discuss steps that can be taken ahead of time, so that your family is prepared for an emergency si...

Episode Notes Why hello everyone and welcome to this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional!  Listen in as Suzanne and Michelle discuss recent annoying experiences with travel. You will hear a feisty and irritated Suzanne (as she’s been given the floor), talk about everything from inconsiderate people on shuttle rides, to snail paced TSA lines, to people who don’t follow the simple rules of trave...

Episode Notes Why hello everyone and welcome to this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional!  Listen in as Suzanne and Michelle FINALLY discuss July’s book of the month, ‘Whereabouts’ by Jhumpa Lahiri. Even though the discussion is a little late, both ladies agree that it’s unlike anything they’ve ever read before and well worth the wait. For them, this book proved to be a creative piece of liter...

Episode Notes Why hello everyone and welcome to this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional!  Listen in as the Suzanne and Michelle talk about  an event that not only frustrated Suzanne, but almost put an end to her vacation before it even started. While this frustration came in the form of a new scenario, it was an all to familiar pattern to Suzanne. The ladies then talk about reacting to a situ...

Episode Notes Why hello everyone and welcome to this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional!  Listen in as the ladies talk about some of their recent travel adventutes. The ladies will not only share a couple of experiences that SPARKED their joy, but they will also share a couple of experiences that left them feeling less than joyful. While this episode is the last one for the month of July, Suz...

Episode Notes Why hello everyone and welcome to this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional!  Listen in as the ladies talk about fitbits and fitness. Michelle shares that she is a little obsessed with getting all “her steps” completed each day, but was happy to discover that active minutes can be found in the most unexpected places…like a dressing room while shopping. Keeping with the theme of ac...

Episode Notes Why hello everyone and welcome to this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional!  Listen in as the ladies analyze an unsettling experience Michelle recently had with a customer service representative. In this conversation, Suzanne offers support and wonderful advice to Michelle.  Feeling better, and excited about upcoming travel, the ladies than move on to a fun round of “would you ra...

Episode Notes Why hello everyone and welcome to this week’s Book Club episode of Orange Juice Optional!  During the month of June, Suzanne and Michelle read the book “Elizabeth and Philip” by Tessa Dunlop.  This book is a royal biography that focuses mostly on the early years of a power couple that only death did part. Listen in ti the conversation, as the ladies discuss their thoughts on this boo...

Episode Notes Why hello everyone and welcome to this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional!  A couple weeks ago, Suzanne & Michelle started an inspired conversation on the topic of aging.  Feeling pressed for time, the ladies decided to save the rest of that conversation for another episode. Well, today’s episode…is that episode.  Listen in as the ladies share their own thoughts, frustration...

Episode Notes Why hello everyone and welcome to this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional!  In today’s episode, Suzanne & Michelle talk about packing for travel and the joy of shopping. As this conversation begins, Suzanne shares a recent event that had her doubting her own fashion choices. Overthinking her wardrobe choice for a big event, she experienced stress and anxiety.  She walks us t...

Episode Notes In today’s episode, Suzanne & Michelle talk about some big construction projects in the works. While Michelle focuses on the design stage before construction begins, Suzanne is already well into a backyard renovation. So, listen into the conversation as Michelle asks Suzanne, both as an interior designer and her friend, helpful suggestions on where to cut costs in the building bu...

Episode Notes Why hello everyone and welcome to this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional!  In today’s episode, Suzanne & Michelle take a moment to catch up on two current events in their talk of the day. While they find one of the events inspiring & uplifting, they find the other event frustrating, but sadly on trend.  The ladies then move on to discuss May’s book of the month, Homecom...

Episode Notes Why hello everyone and welcome to this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional!  In today’s episode, Suzanne & Michelle finally have a moment to catch up on life! With Suzanne’s Marathon April & May, this episode is their first chance to start catching up on everything. Listen in as the two friends enjoy lighthearted conversation about personal challenges & baby names.  T...

Episode Notes Why hello everyone and welcome to this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional!  In today’s episode, Suzanne, Michelle and their mutual friend, Christie Campagna, talk about the Coronation of King Charles III.  Suzanne has a lot to share on this monumental day. From the expected pomp & circumstance, to a ceremony built on tradition, the ladies talk about the Royal Family and thei...

Episode Notes Why hello everyone and welcome to this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional!  In today’s episode, with Suzanne away, Michelle has invited their mutual friend, Kristina Woolston, to step in as her co-host.  As these long time friends excitedly catch up on life, their conversation flows with ease as they discuss the wins and challenges of being a parent, a bonus parent…and so much m...

Episode Notes Why hello everyone and welcome to this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional!  In today’s episode, Suzanne and Michelle discuss capsule packing & Instagram, the Vegas Loop, and a new segment introduced by Suzanne called “the last time I ever____.”   Then, to celebrate a recent podcast milestone, the ladies will launch their May giveaway - (aka) “The 10K giveaway in May”.  Both...