The DNA Podcast

On this episode of The DNA Podcast, Annabella and Dakota discuss the Christmas movie, The Holiday. Tune in as they discuss what true love feels like once you open your heart to possibilities.

On this episode of The DNA Podcast, Annabella and Dakota discuss the latest Netflix series, The Fall Of The House Of Usher. Take a listen as they share how it connects to Edgar Allan Poe’s stories and whether or not this series lives up to the hype.

Part 2 of our Practical Magic series is here! On this episode, Annabella and Dakota see how the book compares to the movie, and discuss how this witchy tale relates to our human experience.

Happy Friday the 13th! We're kicking off spooky season with the 1998 classic, Practical Magic. Take a listen as we discuss the film's memorable moments, nostalgic vibes, and (very) layered plot.

On this episode of The DNA Podcast, Annabella and Dakota discuss the New York Times Bestseller, The Measure by Nikki Erlick. Tune in as they discuss a world where suddenly everyone is able to find out how long their lives are, the effect it has on society, and the value of relationships and authentically living.

On this episode of The DNA Podcast, Annabella and Dakota take a deep dive into the novel that's taking over the internet and book-lovers everywhere: Verity by Colleen Hoover. Buckle in for a heated episode as they debate what happened, what should have happened, and if this story lives up to it's hype.

On this episode of The DNA Podcast, Anna and Dakota discuss the memoir: When Breath Becomes Air. Listen as they discuss the story of a young neurosurgeon who is suddenly diagnosed with terminal cancer, and how his shift from being a doctor to a patient allowed him to explore the meaning of life.

Take a trip through the wilderness on this episode of The DNA Podcast! Dakota and Anna discuss the film, Wild, and how a woman's journey through the Pacific Crest Trail is a story of self discovery, forgiveness and surviving more than just a 2,650 mile hike.

Welcome back to Season 2 of The DNA Podcast! We're starting off our season strong with special guests Abby & Caitlin from The Ride Home podcast. Take a listen as we discuss the Netflix docudrama, The Social Dilemma, and whether or not social media is a tool or a dangerous weapon.

On this special episode of The DNA Podcast, Annabella and Dakota have some exciting news to share about the future of the podcast, an update on some personal things, as well as discuss their latest read: Reminders of Him by Colleen Hoover. Whether or not you're a Colleen Hoover fan, this is an episode you won't want to miss. 

On this episode of the DNA podcast, Dakota and Annabella discuss their results after taking the Enneagram and Myers Briggs assessments. Tune in to see how similar, and different, the results are and how these test relate to our human experience.

Happy holidays from us at The DNA Podcast! We're getting into the holiday spirit by talking about the 1989 movie: National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. Grab some eggnog and take a listen as Annabella and Dakota discuss family dynamics, holiday celebrations, and who the real hero is in this Christmas classic film.

On this bonus episode of The DNA Podcast, Dakota and Annabella reunite to discuss the drama, controversy and society's obsession with the original Netflix Series: Dahmer. 

On the season 1 finale of The DNA Podcast, Anna and Dakota welcome a special guest and host of the Processing The Process podcast, Vanessa! On this episode, Dakota, Annabella, and Vanessa discuss The Princess Diaries, the impact it's had on their childhoods, and why it's important to stay true to who you are. Special thank you to our listeners for a fantastic season!

On this episode, Annabella and Dakota discuss the novel, Full, by Julia Spiro. Take a listen as they discuss societal expectations, body image issues, and how to find the balance in living a fulfilling life.

On this episode of The DNA Podcast, Annabella and Dakota talk about a fan favorite: Perks of Being a Wallflower. Tune in as they reflect on the social hierarchy in high school and the importance of finding your core group of friends.

On this episode of The DNA Podcast, Annabella and Dakota discuss the books that didn't quite make the cut this season, reveal the top choices in their latest Instagram poll, and reminisce about what's happened this July. Don't forget to listen until the end for some fun bloopers!

On this episode of The DNA Podcast, Anna and Dakota discuss Whitney Hanson's poetry collection, Home, and how the journey of a breakup can lead you closer to finding yourself.

On this episode of The DNA Podcast, Annabella and Dakota discuss the beloved film, Dead Poets Society, and the importance of finding your voice and standing behind it.

On this episode of The DNA Podcast, Annabella and Dakota discuss Viktor Frankl's novel, Man's Search For Meaning, and how we can all find our individual purpose in spite of suffering and hardship.

On this episode of The DNA Podcast, Annabella and Dakota reminisce about the success of the podcast, discuss some topics that didn't make it in the first four episodes, and answer some questions from listeners while discussing the future of the show.

On this week's episode, we asked YOU to tell us which movie we should discuss, and the votes are in! This week we're talking about Eternal Sunshine of The Spotless Mind, why our emotions effect our memories, and how love always finds a way.

Life is full of endless possibilities and the choices we make determine how it all turns out, but what if you were able to look back at all the ways your life could've gone differently? As if one book by Matt Haig wasn't enough, on this episode, Dakota and Annabella are talking about yet another one of his novels: The Midnight Library.

On this episode of The DNA Podcast, Annabella and Dakota discuss the film "Little Miss Sunshine" and what it says about family, societal expectations, and staying true to yourself. 

On this episode of The DNA Podcast, Annabella and Dakota talk about creating the podcast and discuss the story of Matt Haig's novel: The Humans . If you've ever wanted a third-party view of human behavior, or are curious about human life through the eyes of an alien, then sit back, relax, and take a listen.