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Are you ready to cringe, laugh, and maybe even shed a tear? In this episode of Made to Last, we're sharing some of the most outrageous and unforgettable travel experiences sent in by our listeners. From missed flights to lost luggage, delayed trains to unexpected detours, we're exploring the worst of the worst when it comes to travel mishaps. But that's not all - we've got stories...

Meg & Lee give you their best bachelorette ideas for the laid back, old soul, unconventional bride. All of these themes/weekend plans are M2L approved and are sure to impress you or your bestie bride-to-be! Let us know what you think about this episode and don't forget to leave a review to be entered in to win our giveaway! Helpful Links: Organize your client workflow with ease  ⁠⁠http://s...

Meghan Whitlock and Leah Starkey thought it'd be fun to research a bit about their personalities! In this week's episode, they take the enneagram test and discover new findings about themselves. Try it out and take the same test we took! Helpful Links: Organize your client workflow with ease  ⁠http://share.honeybook.com/leah579468⁠ EP 26  ⁠How to be Authentically You with Your Brand⁠ ⁠http...

Taking a close look at who you actually follow on Instagram might be the key ingredient to a healthy relationship with your social media. Let this be your sign to un-follow the accounts that no longer serve you or make you feel confident. The girls share some of their favorite artists, photographers, families, and influencers to follow on IG if you are looking for a new healthy online community of...

Wanna know the secrets to building a strong foundation with your clients? OR Perhaps you're a client and love us enough to be listening to this episode right now. THANKS! The girls discuss their hacks to being their clients third wheel for life for all their special celebrations. Don't forget to leave a rating and review if want to see more episodes like this one. Show Notes from today&#39...

The Made to Last girls are joined by Meghan's younger sister, Shannon, to discuss trends that may have gone a little cheug. It's a fun time! Don't forget to leave a rating a review What is "cheugy" you may ask? Cheugy is an American neologism coined in 2013 as a pejorative description of lifestyle trends associated with the early 2010s and millennials. This aesthetic has been...

Don't forget to leave a rating and review on the pod! WE LOVE EM! Today Meg & Lee talk about how to be authentically you with your brand if you are in the entrepreneurial space. They touch on 4 key factors to keep in mind while building your portfolio/brand and give unfiltered advice based on their own experiences. It’s a waste of time if you are not being authentically you.   Luxurious br...

In today's episode, Leah is joined by her cousin, Cassidy who happens to be a 1st grade elementary school teacher! Get excited for chats about throwback movie titles, current elementary school subjects, growing friendships and how the lives of children now differ from when we were kids. Cass shares her journey to finding the right career path for her talents and what her successes have taught...

Creating your dream home doesn't happen overnight and most of the time, new homeowners don't have thousands and thousands of dollars to spend on home renovations. Meg and Lee share some design hacks/tips to think about when creating a space that reflects your personality! It can be done!  https://coolors.co/ Color Palette Generator! Friend us on goodreads so we can share book recommendatio...

If you've been needing a wardrobe refresh, listen to this podcast episode! Meg and Lee start this episode talking details of the beloved novel All Your Perfects by the best selling author, Colleen Hoover! Friend us on goodreads so we can share book recommendations! They dive into some of their favorite clothing staples and spill deets on stores including: Mango, H&M, Baltic Born, and more!&nbs...

Leah's husband, Roman, joins the girls on the podcast to talk about his journey with nutrition and encourages you to follow his top tips for starting a balanced & healthy lifestyle. If you ever want to submit a story, go for it! Our next story episode will be FAMILY DRAMA STORIES! For our menstruation cycle girlies....Don't forget to download our guest Tia's FREE Guide Cycle Syncing: An Inform...

OH do the girls have some stories for you!!! Meg & Lee sat down and reacted to their listeners submitted dating stories. Some stories are good, some are bad, and some are just downright uggg! Listen along for some hilarious first dates, second dates, tinder dates, hinge dates, first kisses, and more! Go ahead and watch Leah & Roman's horrific camping trip from hell: right here! 😂 If...

This week the girls would like to welcome a very special guest..KURT! A passionate entrepreneur balancing the life of being a creative director and a first time dad. Once Meg, Lee, and Kurt met at a wedding a few months back and shared a quick dinner break together, the three of them knew their deep conversations needed to be shared with the rest of the world! So prepare yourself for some great la...

JUST LIKE REQUESTED!!! Your favorite made to last girlies answered all YOUR burning photography questions and released a few confessions while doing so! Thank you to our listener Nolyn for sending in a few questions for Meg and Lee to reflect on. Our next story episode is going to be a little nod towards the month of love: submit in your MOST EMBARRASSING DATE STORIES to us RIGHT HERE ! ...

Meg and Lee decided it was time to breakout the BuzzFeed quiz and settle this confusion once and for all! What are you? Gen Z, Millennial, or neither? The girls roasted both generations and talk about growing up in such a technology focused generation has affected their childhood, career choices, and mindsets. Some of their view points may surprise you!  https://www.goodreads.com/ find us and...

What is more fulfilling for the ego than roasting your beloved old content for an entire audience to enjoy. The girls open up their Instagrams and battle out the awkwardness by gasping at their old IG posts. From 2013 till now, there are some real winners that took place on the feed. Laugh, enjoy, and roast their old images with them!  https://www.goodreads.com/ find us and we can share what...

And just like that, the 2022 season comes to an end. Have you taken some time to review your year and write down some goals for the new one? The girls took a candid moment to recap their favorite moments of 2022 and reviewed a few exciting plans, goals, and experiences planned for the new year. Links from Ep: https://www.goodreads.com/ find us and we can share what we're reading!  still novel...

PICTURE THIS: You're lounging on a plush sofa wrapped like a taco in your favorite blanket when suddenly you unexpectedly fall in love with a new TV show or movie!!! To celebrate the new year, the girls got to work and rallied their top picks for movies and TV shows of 2022.  For our menstruation cycle girlies....Don't forget to download our recent guest Tia's FREE Guide Cycle Syncing: An Inf...

Meg and Leah dive into how design, architecture, and photography all work together to create a masterpiece.  For our menstruation cycle girlies....Don't forget to download our guest Tia's FREE Guide Cycle Syncing: An Information Guide Towards Balance talked about on one of our leading episodes. Tia touches the bases on what foods you should be incorporating during each phase to help counterac...

To honor my grandma Noonie's 80th year, I decided it was a perfect time to sit down and ask her a few questions to celebrate her legacy.  Get $10 off GLDN with LEAHSTARKEY10 For our menstruation cycle girlies....Don't forget to download our guest Tia's FREE Guide Cycle Syncing: An Information Guide Towards Balance talked about on one of our leading epidoes. Tia touches the bases on what foods...

Looking for some last minute gift ideas? Well, you've come to the right place. The girls are dropping all their favorite ideas for thoughtful last minute gifts in today's episode.  Stanley Cup Gloves, Scarf, or Socks Homemade cookies and vintage looking cookie tin Homemade Vanilla Extract Hard Drive Barnes and Noble Gift Card Oura Ring Air Fryer Get $10 off GLDN with LEAHSTARKEY10 For our men...

Hold your morning coffee and "air cheers" our way because Leah and Meghan have FINALLY recorded an episode with Roman and Ian. The girls are joined by their men in this episode and ask all the juicy questions you've been dying to know about relationships, military life, and of course football! Ian even spilled the beans uncovering his first impression while meeting Roman....you wont want to miss i...

This week, the girls read off your submitted Christmas traditions and show some excitement for the holidays ahead! Get cozy, relax, and listen up to all the comforting and uplifting traditions so get you in the MOOD this season! SUMBIT YOUR STORY HERE Don't forget to download our guest Tia's FREE Guide Cycle Syncing: An Information Guide Towards Balance talked about on our previous episode. Tia to...

The girls are joined by Leah's best friend Tia Parrinello to talk about finding your inner strength and becoming your best self. Tia touches on her adventures solo traveling and hiking throughout Europe, Michigan, Montana, Washington, and how those unique experiences have led to a greater path of self discovery. Cycle syncing and learning the impactful phases of your menstrual cycle is another imp...

Ohhhh do the girls have a few pieces of advice for you! This episode Meg & Lee chat all about their own experiences with toxic people and dealbreakers within a friendship. It's completely normal to still be on the hunt for your circle of people that are trustworthy, loving, and encouraging friends - hoping this episode encourages you to put yourself out there and create true friendships. ...