It makes sense that taking care of ourselves would leave us better equipped to take care of others. So why do we struggle with it? Why is it so hard to set aside time for ourselves and minister to our own needs? During the upcoming holiday season, self-care is even more important to prevent burn-out, frustration, and depression. We discuss some helpful tips and our own struggles with taking care of us.

What is the definition of a "strong woman", and why does it often correlate with being a bitch? Is there only one way to be strong, and does it have to be negative? This week, we discuss the many ways women exhibit strength, the importance of strong women in literature and film, and the women we admire in our lives.

Join us as we discuss the enduring appeal of Halloween: its origins, our own childhood memories of the holiday, the ways we've incorporated it into our children's lives, and what we've noticed about the ever-changing celebration of Halloween in our modern-day society.

As Twilight returns to movie theaters to celebrate its 10th anniversary, we discuss the appeal of the series, the impact it had on our own lives and on the romance industry, and the lasting legacy of the phenomenon. Were you Team Edward or Team Jacob? Or did you just not care?

October is the month that we put our fears on display and celebrate them. But where do our fears come from? Are they innate or created by our experiences? Why do some people get a thrill out of what others avoid at all costs? Join us as we reveal our own phobias and fears and ponder their causes.

Our society seems to be obsessed with weddings. Books, movies, and television shows all entertain us with tales of brides & grooms. Weddings continue to be one of the hottest industries, and though traditions and trends might change with the times, the popularity of weddings and the desire to be a part of them remains. Join Tawdra & Violet as they discuss our attraction to weddings and the changing dynamics of modern-day nuptials.

Join us as we discuss the intrigue of the paranormal, the mystic draw of thin places, and the many ways faith and tradition factor into our reaction to the spiritual world.

Join us to chat about the allure of planning a vacation, the pitfalls of picky eating in other cultures, and the trips we'd like to take for our future book ideas.

Authors ride a fine line between policing their characters and allowing their characters to be themselves. But are there hard lines that a hero or heroine just can't cross? And when does an author have to ignore their own morals and ethics to allow the character to tell the true story?

Join us for a chat between friends on topics ranging from how the perception of time changes as people age, to the shifting identities of mothers as their children age, and finally to our lifelong love of music, including our shared passion for the band Blue October.