Is self-care just an annoying buzzword manufactured to fuel consumerism? Or is it deeper than that? That’s what we debate in this episode of Hop Culture. Some of us are able to embrace self-care with open arms while others have some serious hang ups over it—bet you can guess who is who!

Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod

Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer

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This week we are bringing you another #influenced episode, where we report on some of the pop culture trends we've been influenced to try lately. Only this time we also went off the rails a bit and shared some want-to-tries and even a nobody-else-is-allowed-to-try! 

What have you been influenced to do or purchase lately? And would you recommend? Let us know!

Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod

Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer

License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

We’re leaving it all on the dance floor in this episode! We took a pas de bourrée down memory lane and discussed our past (and current!) dance experiences. Don’t miss the announcement that had us all speechless!

Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod

Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer

License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

We’re back with another installment of Problem Solvers! We asked you to send us your sticky situations, and you guys sent us some real stumpers. But in true Hopkin fashion, we rose to the occasion and shelled out some really sound advice. Tell us what you think of our solutions on our Instagram!

Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod

Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer

License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Do you want to know how to make reading a more enjoyable experience for your whole family? Today’s your lucky day! We are honored to be joined by Tierney Shorter. Tierney is a former 6th grade teacher, book lover, and mom of four. She noticed that kids tend to lose their excitement about reading sometime before age 12. She created her instagram account, @makereadingfun, to help you raise lifelong readers. Tierney shared the most valuable tips with us! Don’t miss this one.

Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod

Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer

License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

It’s time for our much-teased Hop Culture Book Club on the Lazy Genius Way by Kendra Adachi! This book proved life changing for not only Grace but for all the sisters. Tune in for some tips to make your life easier!

Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod

Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer

License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

It’s (almost) fall, y’all! And what would fall be without some cozy autumnal recipes? In this episode, we shared some of our favorite cozy recipes, and we discussed our meal planning challenges and tips. We hope this episode sets you up for a smooth transition to fall cooking!

Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod

Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer

License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Today we’re sharing our worst money saving tips! Hopefully you can learn from our failures. We also asked our listeners for both their favorite and least favorite tips to save a buck—We must admit we have some wise listeners! We think there might actually be some valuable knowledge to be gleaned here.

Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod

Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer

License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Who among us hasn’t fallen into a rabbit hole or two on the internet? Today we’re each sharing a completely random topic we could talk nonstop about. From children’s programming to college scandals, join us as we dive deep into the rabbit hole!

Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod

Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer

License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

This week we’re talking about which aspects of eating out we love, and which ones we’d lose! The agenda includes ordering family style, secret menus, asking the waiter for suggestions, and more! 

Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod

Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer

License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/