Best of Both Worlds Podcast

By Laura Vanderkam and Sarah Hart-Unger

Business Careers Kids & Family

What's Best of Both Worlds Podcast about?

Love your career? Love your family? Best of Both Worlds is the show for you! Hosts Laura Vanderkam, author of I Know How She Does It and a mom of four, and Sarah Hart-Unger, a practicing physician and mom of two (soon to be three!) discuss work/life balance, career development, parenting, time management, productivity, and making time for fun. Tune in each week for strategies to help you thrive in all spheres of life.

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Summer Reading with KJ Dell...

05.26.2020

In this fun episode, Sarah & Laura chat a bit about their summer reading plans, and then they REALLY get into book talk with author KJ Dell'Antonia! KJ's latest release is a novel The Chicken Sisters, and along with that ...

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05.26.2020 Summer Reading with KJ Dell'Antonia. Ep. 147 In this fun episode, Sarah & Laura chat a bit about their summer reading plans, and then they REALLY get into book talk with author KJ Dell'Antonia! KJ's latest release is a novel The Chicken Sisters, and along with that ...
05.19.2020 Milestone Birthdays. Ep. 146 This episode is inspired by a certain podcast host who is turning 40 tomorrow! Laura looks back on her 40th and Sarah discusses feelings -- physical & emotional. Physical changes, goal-setting, reflection and celebrations - all are covered! Plus, Sarah ...
05.12.2020 Finding Humor In Parenting Right Now: Mashup Episode with Amy & Margaret from the What Fresh Hell Podcast. Ep 145 These are unprecedented times . . . and sometimes it is helpful to seize the lighter moments. The cleverly-riffing duo from What Fresh Hell will hopefully help you to do just that in this episode. Along with Laura & Sarah, ...
05.05.2020 Making Peace with Stress: Conversation with Yoga Therapist Stephannie Weikert. Ep 144 In this episode perfect for the current times, yoga therapist Stephannie Weikert joins Laura and Sarah to talk about dealing with stress. She is a yoga therapist who provides online yoga therapy for "smart, stressed out men and women" - ...
04.28.2020 Bright Spots & Future Changes: Current COVID-19 Related Musings. Ep 143 This is a traditional Laura & Sarah conversational episode, with a discussion of things currently keeping our spirits up as well as lessons/changes that may stick even when the pandemic is (eventually) behind us all! Plus, Laura reveals her newest ...
04.21.2020 Author Jen Hatmaker. Ep 142 We can all use a dose of humor right now -- and well-known author Jen Hatmaker provides a just that, with a fresh burst of energy in her interview today. Laura and Sarah open with a discussion of their current ...
04.14.2020 Style Advice for Working Women with Lani Inlander of Real Life Style. Ep 141 Lani Inlander helps DC-area professionals build comfortable, stylish, and functional wardrobes, and she shares her wisdom and advice in this fun interview! Sarah and Laura share their particular pain points (motivation, sizing, and not knowing what to budget being just ...
04.07.2020 Routines, School & Working from Home Tips: COVID19-era edition. Ep 140 Laura and Sarah share current routines (during COVID-lockdown era), and explore their emotional states, adventures in homeschooling, and more. Laura shares some great work from home tips, and in the Q&A they address a listener question related to the current ...
03.31.2020 Fighting the Invisible Barriers that Hold Women Back with The Fix Author Michelle P King. Ep 139 Michelle P. King is the director of diversity and inclusion at Netflix, and she has just published a book (The Fix, out earlier this month) about overcoming the barriers women face at work. Laura and Sarah are fans -- of ...
03.26.2020 COVID Bonus Ep #2 In this 2nd coronavirus-related bonus episode, Laura and Sarah discuss what they've been up to, and answer a listener question about division of labor.
03.24.2020 Finances, Family & More with The Physician Philosopher Couple (Dr. James Turner + Kristen Turner). Ep 138 Today's episode is a special "couples" edition! Dr James Turner is an anesthesiologist, a popular financially-minded physician blogger, and he's also a father of 3 young children. His wife Kristen Turner is an educator who does specialized work within the ...
03.18.2020 COVID19 Life Updates Bonus Ep #1 Since we record ahead of time, we wanted to jump in and chat about what is going on with us now in these very different times. Today's episode is just a general check in; future episodes will be updates, and ...
03.17.2020 Current Routines, Mood Update & More. Ep 137 Routines change -- new babies, new jobs, and even with the season! So, Sarah and Laura felt it was time to share an update on the landscape of their days. Morning routines, workday routines, evening routines, and even workout plans ...
03.10.2020 Parents Who Lead with Wharton Professor Dr. Stewart Friedman. Ep 136 Laura and Sarah open with some discussion of their current reading lives -- recent good books, to-be-read lists, and more. Then, they welcome Dr. Stewart Friedman, Wharton Business School Professor and co-author (along with Alyssa Westring) of Parents Who Lead: ...
02.25.2020 Childcare Revisited. Ep 134 Laura & Sarah talk childcare. They also talk payroll, taxes, and considerations for selecting preschools and daycare. Our listener question is about the popular trend of prepping for the week on Sundays. (A brief erratum from SHU - I mistakenly ...
02.18.2020 Listener Hacks. Ep 133 This episode is devoted to sharing listener hacks. Q&A about vacation planning! Better Help is a convenient online counseling resource. Get 10% off your first month with discount code bestof. Get started at betterhelp.com/bestof Grove Collaborative is an online marketplace ...
02.11.2020 Finances, Frugality & More with Joel and Matt from How to Money. Ep 132 In this fun interview episode, Laura & Sarah open by sharing their own most worthwhile splurges, and then welcome Joel and Matt from the How to Money podcast! Laura and Sarah are both fans of their show, so they were ...
02.04.2020 Listener Question Deep Dive: "I just want time to stop for a week so I can catch up and start fresh!" Ep 131 Today's episode was inspired around a listener question from a busy professional with three young children. Grove: For a limited time, listeners can go to Grove.co/bestof and receive a free five-piece cleaning set - a $30 value! Better Help is ...
01.28.2020 Maternity Leave and Postpartum Health with Advocate and Expert Arianna Taboada. Ep 130 Sarah is on the mic solo, Arianna Taboada joins her to discuss maternity leave. In Q&A, Sarah shares a listener testimonial. Door Dash: Download the app and use code BESTOF for $5 off your first order of $15 or more. ...
01.21.2020 Laura's Post Baby Update! Ep 129 Our first post-baby update from Laura!! In Q&A, we address a question on handling first tri fatigue at work. Better Help, a convenient online counseling resource enables you to get help at your own pace and time. Get 10% off ...
01.14.2020 A happy and organized two-career household, featuring Dr Gillian Goddard, endocrinologist & mother of 4. Ep 128 Dr. Gillian Goddard is a private practice endocrinologist working in NYC. Listen for her great insights into life with an au pair, home schedule management, and sharing responsibilities as parents. We discuss Laura's 'maternity leave', and answer a listener question ...
01.07.2020 Favorite Things Episode. Ep 127 Join Sarah and Laura for their first official episode of 2020, where both Laura and Sarah share their ultimate lists of Favorite Things -- from workout gear to office supplies to beauty and beyond. Then, they share a list of ...
12.31.2019 2020 Goals! Ep 126 LV & SHU do their traditional yearly goals episode, sharing what they have in store for next year. Sarah has changed her system a bit, and Laura has quarterly goals in multiple domains to share. Work, fitness, family, and more ...
12.24.2019 2019 - Year In Review. Ep 125 In this end of year episode, Laura and Sarah review hits, misses, joys and lessons learned in 2019. In Q&A, we share our thoughts and advice on a listener's difficult situation. Sponsor: Calm is one of the leading apps for ...
12.17.2019 Our first Mother-Daughter guest pair, with attorney Christy Higgins Wilcox and her mother, pediatrician Dr. Karen Higgins! Ep 124 We welcome our first mother-daughter pair to the show! Dr. Karen Higgins, a pediatrician in the days that being a working mother was unusual and joining her is daughter Christie, a working mother to her now 5-year-old. Sarah and Laura ...
12.10.2019 The Holidays // Ask Us Anything Part 2. Ep 123 Part 2 of our Ask Us Anything Series! we answer some great ones in this episode! Sponsors Honeybook is an online business management tool that organizes your client communications, bookings, contracts, and invoices -- all in one place! Get 50% ...
12.03.2019 How to Raise Kids that are Prepared for the Future (and also: musings on homework!) with Diane Tavenner Ep: 122 Laura and Sarah open up with one of those topics parents love to discuss (but find very frustrating in practice) -- homework! Specifically, the dilemma of how involved to get any assignments that come home from school. Then, expert guest ...
11.26.2019 Energy Management with Molly Fletcher. Ep 121 Molly Fletcher, a sports agent, and mother of 3 girls. In Q&A, a question about answering her 4 year old's query. Sponsors: Honeybook: Honeybook is an online business management tool that organizes your client communications, contracts, bookings, and invoices. Visit ...
11.19.2019 Ask Us Anything! Ep 120 They asked you answered! In this episode, Laura and Sarah put out a call to Instagram to 'ask us anything!', and you all definitely delivered. This fun episode covers a diverse array of topics, from school to sex to index ...
11.12.2019 Couples That Work with author and dual-career marriage expert Jennifer Petriglieri. Ep 119 Jennifer Petriglieri is an associate professor of organizational behavior at INSEAD and author of Couples that Work. Varsity Tutors is an effective and convenient service that brings expert tutoring help to your home. Get $250 off of your initial purchase ...
11.05.2019 Dealing with Stress, Low Moods & Bad Days. Ep 118 Everyone has low moods sometimes, including Laura & Sarah! A conversational episode about those times. In Q&A, a listener's question dealing with hormonal fluctuations. Sponsors: Calm is one of the leading apps for both meditation and sleep. For 25% off ...
10.29.2019 Evenings Routines & Logistics with Sarah Powers. Ep 117 Welcome, Sarah Powers, host on "The Mom Hour". We share routines, tips & hacks. Sponsors: Honeybook is an online business management tool that organizes your client communications, bookings, contracts, and invoices -- all in one place! Get 50% off your ...
10.22.2019 The Dual-Career Couple with International Travel -- how Masha Saunders makes it work. Ep 116 Our guest today is Masha Saunders, a manager at a Big 4 accounting firm. She shares how it works with a toddler AND a partner that works overseas. Our Q&A centers on a listener with a partner who is working ...
10.15.2019 Q4 Goals: Growth & Progress. Ep: 115 It's the 4th quarter and solidly into the 4th quintile, so it's time for a goals update! In Q&A, we answer a listener's question on goals for a long maternity leave. Episode Sponsors: Varsity Tutors, an effective and convenient tutoring ...
10.08.2019 Cook Once and Eat All Week with Cassy Joy Garcia Ep: 114 It's fall - time for lots of cozy soups & stews at the family dinner table! But if you're like us, you're not interested in standing over a pot and chopping for ingredients for hours each weeknight.
10.01.2019 Pregnancy and Babies. Ep 113 As we announced on last week's very exciting episode, Laura is pregnant with baby #5! In this episode, we dive into all things pregnancy and baby, with plans & updates from Laura's journey. Tune in to learn about how she ...
09.24.2019 An Important Announcement and Guest Calee Lee, President and Creator of Xist Publishing. Ep 112 A fun episode with an important announcement. The featured guest is Calee Lee, president, and creator of Xist Publishing, a publishing company focused on digital children's books. Calee tells us her story of how she created and grew her company. ...
09.17.2019 Money Conversations with Personal Finance Expert Jean Chatzky. Ep 111 Laura and Sarah bring some financial talk with finance expert Jean Chatzky! In Q&A, we answer a listener question related to ethical spending and philanthropy. Varsity Tutors is a service that helps you bring expert tutoring help to your home ...
09.10.2019 Grown and Flown author Lisa Heffernan. Ep 110 Laura and Sarah reminisce about their pre-college days and the admissions process. Our guest is author and expert Lisa Heffernan, who just released a book, Grown and Flown: How to Support Your Teen, Stay Close as a Family, and Raise ...
09.03.2019 Academics, Independence, and Adoption - Interview with Myleen Leary. Ep 109 We open with a discussion of kids and independence. Myleen Leary is a professor and shares her journey as a single parent and academic who made the choice to adopt two toddlers from abroad. In Q&A, we tackle a planning ...
08.27.2019 Happy 2nd birthday to BOBW! Ep 108 Happy 2nd birthday to BOBW! Today's episode is a celebratory one, as the podcast achieves this exciting milestone and most likely is nearing the 1-million-download mark. Laura and Sarah tell the story of how the podcast came to fruition and ...
08.20.2019 Welcome to the Back to School Blitz! Ep 107 This episode features favorite tips from Laura, Sarah, and a slew of great advice from listeners & readers! In the Q&A, we answer a listener question about transitioning from an hourly to an 'exempt' position. Sponsors are MM Lafleur and ...
08.13.2019 Executive Coach Helen Dayen Interview. Ep 106 Sarah discusses the challenge of finding alternative childcare. Sarah and Laura welcome guest Helen Dayen, a finance professional who has pivoted into executive coaching. In Q&A, a listener writes in asking on ways to handle transitions during the workday. Episode ...
08.06.2019 Fitting in Health (plus a family vacation postmortem!) Ep 105 Sarah covers the family's summer trip. Laura and Sarah explore ways to fit in health, exercise, sleep, healthy eating, and mental health. In the Q&A, a listener question on ramping up her career. Sponsors: Door Dash - an online food ...
07.30.2019 Julie Morganstern on Organizing and Time to Parent. Ep 104 In this episode, Laura and Sarah are thrilled to welcome organizing and time management expert Julie Morganstern! She delves into organizing time vs space, and then we discuss all things parenting. In this special edition Q&A, we pose listener questions ...
07.23.2019 The Au Pair Perspective: Voices from the agency and an actual au pair! Ep 103 Laura and Sarah review their own childcare arrangements and the delve into one option that listeners have asked about for quite some time - au pairs! In the Q&A, we address a listener eager to revamp her planning methods for ...
07.16.2019 Midsummer Report: Our Goals and Routines. Ep 102 Laura and Sarah take a deep dive into their summer goals with a mid-summer check-in. Then, both hosts discuss routines -- those that work, those that don't, and those that they want to spend more time thinking about. In the ...
07.09.2019 Fran Hauser: The Myth of the Nice Girl. Ep 101 Laura and Sarah open by chatting about summer and debating whether they consider themselves 'nice'. Our guest, Fran Hauser, is a successful media executive and is now succeeding as a startup investor and author. Today's episode sponsor is LOLA, a ...
07.02.2019 From zero to 4 kids in under a year: an adoptive journey with clinical pharmacist Andrea Walter. Ep 100 Laura and Sarah celebrate turning 100. Then, guest Andrea Walter joins in to tell her family's fascinating story of adoptive parenting. We also get a classic Day In the Life from this clinical pharmacist. In Q&A, we answer a question ...
06.25.2019 Kids at Different Ages & Stages. Ep 99 The challenges of big kids vs little ones & In the Q&A, a listener question about adding a third kid to the family? Episode Sponsors: Better Help, a convenient online counseling resource. Best of Both Worlds Podcast listeners get 10% ...

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