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A series of questions from you, the listeners. How I'd describe my personal aesthetic, coping with seasonal depression, implementing aspects of hygge into your office life, what I'd do if I started another podcast, the perfect cheeseboard, long-distance relationship break-ups, tackling office hangovers during the holidays, minimizing airport anxiety, and my most underrated Panic Room must-haves. *...

Everyone has worked a job they've hated. A miserable boss. Remedial tasks. Unreliable coworkers. Zero upward mobility. Unfortunately, the solution to getting out of these jobs isn't always a reality. Here are stories from nine listeners who have found themselves in that exact situation. * * * Shop Sunday Scaries: www.sunday-scaries.com/shop Sunday Scaries Twitter: www.twitter.com/sundayscaries Sun...

Five alleged hangover cures that definitely won't cure your hangover, a dissection of the newly coined term "California Sober," and why acceptance is more about you than it is the people surrounding you. * * * Shop Sunday Scaries: www.sunday-scaries.com/shop Sunday Scaries Twitter: www.twitter.com/sundayscaries Sunday Scaries Instagram: www.instagram.com/sunday.scaries Will deFries Twitter: www.tw...

Gloria Chan is the owner of Recalibrate, a company on a mission to help people think clearer, feel better, and live happier. Leaving her corporate job after a series of debilitating migraines, Gloria has dedicated herself to finding a science-based approach to everyday mental wellness. Recalibrate, at its core, “provides go-getters just like yourself a modern, science-based approach to mindfulness...

An array of questions from you, the listeners. What I look forward to on Mondays, how the creative process differs across different podcasts, items I'm windowshopping this fall, the best movies for autumn, starting a side hustle while also working full-time, my favorite weekend getaway, style inspiration, and the scariest Sunday I've ever had. * * * Shop Sunday Scaries: www.sunday-scaries.com/shop...

Are you single? Have you ever thought about why? Whether it's circumstances or a conscious choice you've made, being single sometimes feels like you're sinking in quicksand. This week, ten listeners tell the stories of why they're single, what they're doing to remedy it, and how it's affected their everyday lives. * * * Shop Sunday Scaries: www.sunday-scaries.com/shop Sunday Scaries Twitter: www.t...

What is an internet friend? Someone you share personal details with, or simply someone who likes your photos because you like all of their photos? This week, we discuss all things just that — Internet Friends. Deciphering what they actually are, coming to terms with their place in your life, and the stigma that surrounds them. * * * Shop Sunday Scaries: www.sunday-scaries.com/shop Sunday Scaries T...

This week's guest is Ryan Arnold, the Wine Director for McGuire Moorman Hospitality in Austin, Texas. Together we discussed his unique career path, his favorite wines, how to break into wine as a hobby, and even how to sound smarter at your next wine tasting. We also discovered that we have similar breakfast taste as he took me through his ideal Sunday routine. * * * Follow Ryan: www.instagram.com...

Whether you moved for a job or simply are looking to branch out from your regular friend group, making new friends as an adult is one of the more daunting tasks you'll encounter. These are the stories from 12 listeners on how they've gone about making friends when they've needed them most. * * * Shop Sunday Scaries: www.sunday-scaries.com Sunday Scaries Twitter: www.twitter.com/sundayscaries Sunda...

A series of listener questions that include (but are not limited to) my favorite part about doing the podcast, avoiding work on Sundays, dealing with a bad boss, top-five must-have fall clothing items, favorite fall meals, cider recommendations, implementing a new routine, the freedom of working for yourself, and stressing out about healthy eating. * * * Shop the Sunday Scaries Tote Bag: www.sunda...

Will sits down with Margaret Williams, the Editor of Tribeza — an Austin-based magazine focused on art, food, travel, style, and more. Margaret is also a local Austinite who dabbled in New York and worked in the art world for the better part of seven years. Together, they discuss her career trajectory, the ever-changing landscape of Austin, and how she defines her own personal style. And yes, she...

Fall scented candle recommendations, three beauty and skincare brands that will help your skin without hurting your wallet, and a case for valuing friendship and relationships over time and money. * * * Sunday Scaries Twitter: www.twitter.com/sundayscaries Sunday Scaries Instagram: www.instagram.com/sunday.scaries Will deFries Twitter: www.twitter.com/willdefries Will deFries Instagram: www.instag...

Your life is defined by the risks you take. Whether it's quitting a job with nothing in the pipeline or talking to the future love-of-your-life at the grocery store, there's a significant amount of risk everywhere you look. Thirteen people anonymously submitted the biggest risks they've ever taken — some of which didn't work out, and others that turned out to be the best decisions of their lives....

Sam Dumas is the Head of Brand at Chappy, a social connection app on a mission to end the stereotyping of gay men in dating and friendship, one connection at a time. When I sat down with him, we discussed how Chappy differentiates itself from other dating apps, what it's like to date in the gay space, how Chappy supports the entire LGBQT+ community, and how he spends his Sundays. * * * Follow Sam...

Will Bryant is an artist based in Austin, Texas. I sat down with him to discuss his creative process, where he gets his inspiration, the value of mentors, and the difficulty of working in the creative field. He also offered some tips for aspiring artists, gave his margarita recipe, and described his ideal Sunday. * * * Will Bryant: www.willbryant.com Will Bryant Instagram: www.instagram.com/willbr...

A series of listener questions from you, the listener. The perfect music to cook to, where the photos on the Sunday Scaries Instagram account come from, worst ever suggestions for a Sunday night TV show or movie, go-to non-alcoholic hangover drink, how to still be fun at work events where you can't get drunk, the best and worst parts of wedding planning, moving on from your first job, job hunting...

Chef and restaurateur Todd Duplechan joins to discuss the opening of his new restaurant Vixen's Wedding, his journey as a chef, the history of Indian/Goan food, his interests outside of the restaurant industry, and more. * * * Sunday Scaries Twitter: www.twitter.com/sundayscaries Sunday Scaries Instagram: www.instagram.com/sunday.scaries Will deFries Twitter: www.twitter.com/willdefries Will deFri...

Whether you're a naturally anxious person or not, there's something in everyone's life that they'd like to fix. This week, 15 listeners chimed in on what their biggest source of anxiety is. They describe how it makes them feel, what they do to curb it, and even offer some advice for others. * * * Sunday Scaries Twitter: www.twitter.com/sundayscaries Sunday Scaries Instagram: www.instagram.com/sund...

A series of excuses for getting out of plans, the absolute worst people you'll stumble upon in an airport, and the most relaxing sports to unwind to on television. * * * Sunday Scaries Twitter: www.twitter.com/sundayscaries Sunday Scaries Instagram: www.instagram.com/sunday.scaries Will deFries Twitter: www.twitter.com/willdefries Will deFries Instagram: www.instagram.com/willdefries * * * All mus...

A series of questions from you, the listeners. The pressure you feeling leading up to getting engaged, the anxiety of starting your own business, fashion rules, long weekend Sundays, decorating your apartment, keeping a journal, my favorite craft beers and craft breweries, the optimal bedtime on Sunday night, my grooming routine, Sunday night anthems, and spending Sundays with friends vs. braving...

Tom and Sam recently moved into the building. Elizabeth and Boris were soon to follow. The story of one bench, two people, and a New York Times tote bag holding anything but gardening tools. * * * Sunday Scaries Twitter: www.twitter.com/sundayscaries Sunday Scaries Instagram: www.instagram.com/sunday.scaries Will deFries Twitter: www.twitter.com/willdefries Will deFries Instagram: www.instagram.co...

Why "chronic workplace stress" is something you need to be aware of on the job, three summer scented candle recommendations for your personal Panic Rooms, and how reading the newspaper has turned into my most relaxing hobby. * * * Sunday Scaries Twitter: www.twitter.com/sundayscaries Sunday Scaries Instagram: www.instagram.com/sunday.scaries Will deFries Twitter: www.twitter.com/willdefries Will d...

Drunk doing karaoke. Secretly dating behind co-workers' backs. Working at the same coffee shop together. There's no shortage of ways to meet the love of your life, but more often than not when you're single, it seems nearly impossible. This week, fifteen listeners submitted how they met their current significant other. * * * Sunday Scaries Twitter: www.twitter.com/sundayscaries Sunday Scaries Inst...

Naomi Seifter spent a year in India, has a meditation room in her office, and is suspicious of fad diets. But most notably, she founded Picnik, an Austin-based company that ranges from food trucks to a restaurant to being in every Whole Foods nationwide. Together, we discuss her path to success, the woman she is today, and how she spends her Sundays. We also break down the pros and cons of fad die...

Amanda Rockman is the Culinary Director of New Waterloo in Austin, Texas. She's also a classically trained pastry chef, winner of 'Beat Bobby Flay,' and hater of coffee. We recently sat down to discuss her history as a chef, her affinity for home goods and dinner parties, as well as her answers to some traditional Sunday questions. * * * Follow Amanda: www.instagram.com/arockman More about New Wat...