the matcha diaries

this episode is genuinely a girly catch up call where we yap about how we are feeling, how we want to try make the most out of the rest of summer (but also find ways to live slowly - which is something we CAN'T WAIT to have in autumn). we also talk about our recent reads, morning habits & our recent thoughts on alcohol/being sober. we also end this by giving advice to one of you lovely listene...

in this episode (inspired by the amazing goes without saying episode ) we break down our self criticism & self sabotage tendencies & HOW WE'RE GONNA TURN THAT SHIZZLE AROUND!!! to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on  ⁠instagram⁠ ,  ⁠tiktok⁠  or subscribe to us on youtube  ⁠here⁠ ! ☕ also, if you want to join...

welcome to the digital detox diary entry #3... 1 month without social media to test my brain & see what happens ... JOIN ME! in this ep we do a lil check-in on how i've been feeling now that we're THREE weeks into this challenge - the highs AND the lows (coz trust me there've been some...). we're talking overthinking, what happens when you actually have time to sit with your fe...

SPOILER ALERT FOR THE FIRST 2X EPS OF TSIP SEASON 3!! PROCEED WITH CAUTION AT YOUR OWN RISK!!! in this cosy catch up, ur basically on facetime with us as we break down the latest pop culture gossip, our thoughts & potentially controversial opinions... let us know your thoughts on everything we discussed!! to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thou...

digital detox ep 2! in this episode we catch up on how the first days of this 'experiment' have gone & ponder whether us as human beings are missing friction in our lives? aka have our lives become TOO convenient and streamlined, and is that actually ruining things for us? alsoo we talk a walk down memory lane & read my (leo's) old journal entries from 2020 (!) and 2023 and dis...

we are BACK with the digital detox diaries - where i (leo) try to forcefully regain my grip on reality by logging out of the doomscrolling pits of hell that are instagram and tiktok ... this ep is an honest (albeit chaotic & naturally filled with the dramatics you already know me for) update on how i'm feeling, why i wanted to do this social media 'detox' in the first place, the co...

the long awaited soft girl summer episode is finally here.. self love, comparison, and growing into yourself without apology. press play for a gentle reminder that you're enough ❤️ to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do Follow us on  ⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠ ,  ⁠⁠tiktok⁠⁠  or subscribe to us on youtube  ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ ! ☕ Thinking of joining our BOOK...

this week (in the final part of our external validation series), we continue to deep dive into a topic that’s come up again and again across our episodes : seeking external validation. check out part 1 first, where we reflect on our own relationships with validation, how it’s shaped our childhoods, friendships, and identities. we also explore the psychology behind validation seeking. in part 2, we...

this week (part 1 of our external validation series), we’re deep diving into a topic that’s come up again and again across our episodes : seeking external validation. Inspired by a beautiful piece of writing that perfectly captured our feelings (we read it at the start of the episode!), we reflect on our own relationships with validation, how it’s shaped our childhoods, friendships, and identities...

this week’s episode is a whirlwind. leo takes us behind the scenes of her surreal work trip to the monaco grand prix — think superyachts, free drinks from restaurant owners, awkward encounters with billionaires, unexpected dance battles with martin garrix, and even spotting jeff bezos on her boat. yes, really. but in true matcha diaries fashion, we balance this with reflection — from the absurdity...

welcome back to your favourite cozy corner of the internet where we chat about life, books, love, and everything in between. in this week’s episode, we’re finally sharing our 2025 summer tbr with you! we’re talking about all the books we’re manifesting into our summer reading piles, plus some of our absolute faves from last summer that deserve a spot on your list too. from escapist romances and ho...

this week on the podcast, I’m joined by a very special guest — my twin sister Yara 🤍 from afternoon chats over tea to honest reflections on heartbreak, burnout, and building a life that feels like  yours  — this episode is all about what it means to live with intention. we talk about: ​creating a home that reflects who you are (and why Yara ditched the TV for a projector + books) ​why moving on a...

this week’s episode is a very special one — i’m (leo) joined by my high school bestie Alexa for a nostalgic and pretty vulnerable conversation about who we used to be, who we’ve become & what we’d tell our younger selves. from crying over boys to learning how to stop craving male validation, from incessantly comparing ourselves to finding self-worth in our twenties — this one’s for the girls who l...

we thought it was about time we did a truly honest check-in with you guys & ourselves about our relationships with arguably THE most important person in our lives: OURSELVES. we talk about our current thoughts on body image, our relationship to food (TW! please don't listen if you think thiscould trigger you in any way

in this episode, we're sharing some recent 'embarrassing' (yet empowering) stories! leo talks the time she accidentally booked herself into an advanced ballet class, even though she’s a beginner—and how she powered through the entire class anyway. It’s all about stepping out of your comfort zone, embracing the awkwardness, and laughing at yourself in the process. . then cara opens up about how she...

meet Dennis! a stranger who Leo met in Thailand who kindly agreed to share his story in a spontaneous, funny, yet open-hearted conversation. in just 30 minutes, Dennis talks about what inspired him to travel, how his career path changed, what being a father has taught him, what he might do differently if he had the chance, and what he treasures most about connecting with people from all around the...

this episode is a cosy chat about the idea that good attracts more good —and vice versa too. we also get into being a pessimist vs an optimist and .... does luck even exist (we lowkey get kinda existential) ?? we end the episode by answering one of your listener questions "how to get past the initial stages of friendship to make deeper connections"! <3 the podcast episode leo recommen...

we’re back baby! in this episode, we’re sharing some slow moments & big thoughts - from leo’s reflections on her recent trip to thailand, to cara’s week of solo dates and solo joy’s! plus, we spiral into pop culture rants — katy perry’s space mission, hailey bieber “documentary” drama, and the sydney sweeney x glen powell ‘situationship’ to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future ep...

in this (solo) episode, the lovely leo dives into the art of being alone — and actually loving it. from recent studies on solitude and why it can actually be essential, to leo’s personal favorite solo activities and thoughtful responses from our listeners, this episode is your guide to romanticising your alone time. whether you're learning to be more independent or already thriving in your solo er...

sharing all the things we’re loving this spring – from new podcast obsessions to little movies/series getting us through the season. come join with us for a cozy catch-up on our current faves & recos! 🌸✨ to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do Follow us on ⁠⁠ instagram ⁠⁠, ⁠⁠ tiktok ⁠⁠ or subscribe to us on youtube ⁠⁠ here ⁠⁠! ☕...

join us for a catch up about our recent highs & lows - from becoming a bridesmaid (!!), work/life stress, reading challenges to upcoming travel plans. to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on [ instagram ⁠, tiktok ⁠ or subscribe to us on youtube  here ⁠! ☕ also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us  here ⁠...

society shapes how we see ourselves—whether it’s beauty standards or the pressure to fit in. but as we get older, something shifts. we start questioning what actually matters to us versus what we’ve been conditioned to believe. in this episode, we unpack how societal expectations influence self-perception, why we care so much about external validation in our early years, whilst also exploring why...

in this solo episode, i share some honest thoughts on my struggles recently to make meaningful friendships and I unpack the psychology behind our craving for a built-in social circle, why adulthood makes friendships feel so much harder, and what we can actually do to cultivate real connection! I also give you a little life update (spoiler: the parents meeting each other wasn’t the disaster my over...

this week, we’re back in our cozy wednesday morning recording session, and honestly, would it even be us if we didn’t kick off march with an episode all about welcoming a fresh new season… aka SPRING! 🌸 we’re sitting down to chat through the intentions we’re setting for the next few months—whether it’s journaling more, living in the moment, sticking to healthier sleep routines, embracing that  fa...

the title of the episode really says it all - this week we were feeling ANXIOUS and full-on self sabotage mode was ACTIVATED. in this morning coffee chat, we go into the full debrief on the why & how we're shaking ourselves out of it. very on brand for us (anxious girlies 🤝 bookish escapism) this episode also includes a reading & tbr debrief. to stay up to date on our lives, contribut...