In which we discuss: We’re not the only ones to make bad decisions — Connecticut’s urban planners have made their fair share of poor choices, with impacts lasting for decades. Exploring NYC: what to do, what not do do, and why it’s good to be a flaneur. If selecting a travel destination leaves you feeling … Continue reading Going/Steady, Ep. 7: Bad (Planning) Decisions, NYC, and How to Pick a Destination

In which we discuss: How can we survive spring in Connecticut? Do legends and lore drive us to explore regional destinations? Should we let our travel choices be guided by the stars?   Summary In this episode, Kerri and Johnna talk about how to get through the grey and drizzly days of spring, why we … Continue reading Going/Steady, Ep. 6: Rainy Days, Haunted Places, and Travel Horoscopes

In which we discuss: What is a bad decision? If there are no consequences, was it a bad decision after all? And, if you recognize you are making one, do you reassess or double down?   Summary In this episode, Johnna, Kerri, and special guest Tony talk about the questionable places we have lived, our … Continue reading Going/Steady, Ep. 5: The Bad Decisions Episode – A Little Worried about Turtles (w/ special guest, Tony Cherolis)

In which we discuss: What good ideas should CT steal from other states? Which regional travel experiences are overrated? How do we shop for souvenirs?   Summary If imitation is the greatest compliment, what ideas should Connecticut steal from other states? What stands in the way of us adopting and adapting practices and events that … Continue reading Going/Steady Ep. 4: Send Me a Postcard — the Imitated and Overrated

In which we discuss: Connecticut’s quaintness, real and imagined. Regional destinations that surprised us, pleasantly or otherwise. When prepping for a trip, do we prefer planning it all out or leaving everything to chance?   Summary What Connecticut features qualify as quaint? Johnna and Kerri talk about happy surprises and a few disappointments in regional … Continue reading Going/Steady Ep. 3: How Quaint! Regional Surprises and Travel Plans

In which we discuss: Connecticut stereotypes, as defined by “You Know You’re From Connecticut When…” lists. Our childhood vacation memories in the region. Travel, loneliness, fear, and how they intertwine. Summary Are Connecticut residents defined by how we eat our cheeseburgers and lobster rolls? Johnna and Kerri rip into a few “You Know You’re from … Continue reading Going/Steady Ep. 2: Lobster Rolls, Border Patrol, and Fears Spiraling Out of Control

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