Create and Consume

Embrace the fall season and return to your favorite analog hobbies to help you slow down as we lean into fall fully. In this episode, I am reflecting on the shift in seasons and why I am prioritizing comforting routines as the weather changes. I discuss the importance of having hobbies and making time to do things on your fall bucket list. If you have been looking for permission to step away from the screen and reconnect with yourself, this conversation is for you. Plus, a scheduling update for the end of the year! Thanks as always for listening and for your patience with my schedule!

Mentioned in episode 123:

Felicity fall reel

Felicity restoration project

The rewatch episode

Brick discount code

My watercolor set

Watercolor fall book

Petals by Priya Instagram

Priya’s fall leaf tutorial

Rebeca’s cookbook Small Batch Breads

In my reading era episode

2026 TBR books episode

2026 mid-year reading update episode

Pride & Prejudice

Yesteryear

Hoboken coffee crawl vlog

Back to school for grown-ups episode

60-day lock-in episode

Christmas in NYC episode

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She’s back from across the pond! Today I wanted to share my experience on my recent solo trip to Edinburgh, Scotland! Solo travel is something I’ve always wondered about but have never really done before. Sure, I’ve flown by myself to meet others, but this felt like a true adventure for just me. I chose Edinburgh because it felt like the right mix of being far away but nothing too unfamiliar to what I’m used to already. From what I did to stay safe while traveling by myself, how I handled meals alone and what I’d recommend if you’re thinking about booking a solo trip for the first time. This was my first-ever solo trip and I’ll also share how I decided on Edinburgh and whether or not I’d rush to book another solo trip. Plus, I’m of course sharing what Edinburgh is like as a solo traveler from the public transit to the best sightseeing in the city.

Mentioned in episode 122:

Sara’s YouTube channel

My Goodreads

Trips blog post

Edinburgh vlog

Edinburgh mini guide

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In today’s episode I’m reflecting on one year as a homeowner! We’ll talk about what I’m still loving about our apartment and what projects are still on the horizon, plus I’ll also take you room by room through our renovation and what (if any) regrets I have looking back on the project. I’m also catching you up on where I was last week and sharing some insights into where podcasting falls in my business. Thanks for being here and for listening!

Mentioned in episode 121:

September vlog

Buying our apartment episode

Renovating our apartment episode

Dolly All The Time

Kitchen links

Primary bath links

Guest bath links

Large clear storage bags

Wire shelf covers

Our couch

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Ready to get your bag for the holiday season as a creator? In today’s episode I’m breaking down how to approach Q4 when it comes to brand partnerships, affiliates, and so much more. As someone who has worked on holiday campaigns with brands like Sephora, Pinterest, and Walmart, I’m here to help you strategize how you can make the last few months of the year your most profitable ones yet. From pitching tips to creating gift guides, I’m sharing everything I’ve learned over the years to help you create content that your audience will love and that will also generate extra income for you.

Mentioned in episode 120:

Attending NYFW for 10 years

Let’s Get Dressed NYFW episode

Right on Pitch e-book

My partnerships page

Curio Five affiliates

Product tag on Instagram

The Substack episode

YouTube 2026 updates episode

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There’s a crispiness to the air and that can only mean one thing—fall is on it’s way! Think Gilmore Girls, think pumpkins (as decor, not in beverage form thank you), and think tasty fall meals and chunky sweaters. Today I’m sharing my fall agenda, aka everything I want to do to make the most of the season. From my favorite seasonal TV rewatches, to books that I recommend no matter your mood to what we’re eating and drinking during autumn, there’s so much to get excited for on the fall front! Whether you’re fully ready to say goodbye to summer or you’re sad to see it go, I think either way this episode will help you embrace autumn as it rolls around. Plus, I’m even sharing a fall bucket list of fun things to do so you’ll feel excited planning ahead for all of the seasonal fun. I hope you enjoy this episode! Autumn girlies rise up.

Mentioned in episode 119:

Day in my life mini vlog

The new rules of YouTube video

YouTube updates episode

Stars Hollow sweatshirt (similar)

Gilmore to Say merch

Dark autumn outfit ideas

The rewatch episode

In my reading era episode

Fall book recs

Football is for the girls episode

Small Batch Breads

Rebecca’s blog

Hoboken coffee crawl

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Today as this episode drops, I am officially 32! How did that happen? We just recorded the thirty, flirty and thriving episode! For this special birthday episode of the podcast, I wanted to take some time to reflect on this new chapter of life. I’m reminiscing on some of my favorite early birthday celebrations, sharing some hopes for my 32nd year and talking about how my feelings have evolved regarding ambition, health, identity and so much more. Plus, we’re talking about two of my favorite fictional characters Lorelai Gilmore and Carrie Bradshaw since they were both 32 in season 1 of their respective TV shows and how they portrayed very different versions of navigating life in your 30’s. I hope you enjoy this very personal, almost consciousness style episode and that maybe some of you in your late 20’s and early 30’s can relate to what we discuss today.

Mentioned in episode 118:

iMovie short editing tutorial

In-depth iMovie editing tutorial

YouTube updates episode

Steak bowls recipe

Allana’s vlog

The Conversation article

Work days vlog (turning 31)

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Are you a serial rewatcher who prefers comfort shows over new releases? I haven’t seen The Odyssey or Spiderman yet, but I am on my 12th (??) rewatch of Gossip Girl. What does that say about me as a person? Today I’m talking about why we love to rewatch shows even when we have more options for what to watch than we ever have before. I’m also sharing what I consider to be comfort watches for and the different types of rewatches you may do. Plus we’re talking about the paradox of choice when it comes to choosing content, why we find calm in repetition and knowing how things will turn out and more! If you like to lock in and rewatch your favorite show (particularly during a certain time of year) you’ll love today’s episode. If you never rewatch things, maybe this will inspire you to revisit media you loved on your first watch.

Mentioned in episode 117:

Juicy perfume campaign

Reality TV dating shows episode

Psychology today article

Mount Rushmore of media episode

Long-form content renaissance episode

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Today I’m talking about what’s actually working on YouTube in 2026 and how success on the platform has changed over the past five years. YouTube just announced changes to its monetization requirements that kick in next year, but I think there’s a much bigger conversation to have about how people are watching YouTube today, how creators can stand out in an increasingly competitive landscape, and why SEO alone is no longer enough to grow a channel. I’m sharing my experience pivoting my own YouTube channel, what I think the future of YouTube looks like, the role of long-form videos, episodic content, and why more people watching YouTube on their TVs could change how creators approach their content. We’ll also talk about why I think the long-term goal for creators shouldn’t just be going viral or getting monetized—it should be building a channel and creative business that people actively choose to come back to.

Mentioned in episode 116:

Williamsburg vlog

Williamsburg neighborhood guide

The Correspondent

How YouTube changed my life video

Tess Barclay’s YouTube channel

How to know when to pivot episode

YouTube blog announcement

Business Insider article

My iMovie editing tutorial

Long-form content episode

Changing my YouTube channel video

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Music credit: Babak Bazgosha via Pond5

We’ve got 6 weeks left of summer, so let’s make the most of it! Today I’m sharing some summer bucket list ideas and talking about how to make sure that your season ends on a high. We’re talking travel, books, style and so much more. If you feel like summer has been flying by and you haven’t been able to take advantage yet, this is the episode for you. This episode originally aired in 2024.

Mentioned in today’s episode:

Banff vlog

Missing Me

Ayana’s Instagram

Original episode

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A capsule wardrobe has always felt like something slightly out of reach. Who are the mythical creatures who survive off of 20 perfectly coordinated items? Is that even a thing in 2026 when the cost of clothing is rising, rental services exist for special occasions and events and we go through an identity crisis every other week? (It’s not just me right?) If you've ever looked at your closet and felt like you somehow have nothing to wear—or you've wondered why creating a timeless wardrobe feels so much more complicated than the Pinterest boards make it seem, today’s episode is for you. We’re diving into why building a capsule wardrobe feels so hard today and what I’m doing instead. Plus, I’ll share the closet staples that feel capsule wardrobe-esque to me!

Mentioned in episode 115:

Prospect Heights neighborhood vlog

Prospect Heights neighborhood guide

Return of the Party Girl episode

Megan’s Instagram

Megan’s closet audit guide

2020’s so far episode

Nuuly review video

Dressing for color season video

Tricia’s Instagram video

My closet staples

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Music credit: Babak Bazgosha via Pond5