it's cool, us too

For the first time ever, we’re recording in person, and it felt like the perfect moment to hit reset and properly reintroduce ourselves.

In this episode, Cole and Meag get personal about who we are, where we’ve been, and why It’s Cool, Us Too exists in the first place. We talk about our careers, our twenties and thirties, the paths we’ve taken (and the ones we didn’t), and what led us to start a podcast centered on being a woman in your 30s and building a life that actually feels like yours.

If you’re new here, this is your official get to know us episode. And if you’ve been listening for a while, think of this as a little deeper context into the conversations we keep having week after week.

In this episode, we chat about:

• Recording together in person for the first time (and why it felt so special)
• Our career paths, what we do, and what we love about our work
• How our twenties shaped us (and humbled us)
• Why we started It’s Cool, Us Too
• The kind of conversations we want to have here, and the space we want this podcast to be
• Navigating your 30s without a single “right” timeline

This episode is honest, a little nostalgic, very us, and a reminder that you’re not behind, you’re not alone, and you’re allowed to design your life on your own terms.

Welcome (or welcome back) — we’re so glad you’re here.

We’re officially settling back in ✨

In this episode, Nicole and Meagan share a long-overdue life catch-up and dive into the anatomy of a successful girls’ weekend—why they matter, how they’ve evolved as we’ve gotten older, and what actually makes them feel good instead of exhausting.

After being a bit quieter over the past few months, we open up about what’s been going on in our lives since the fall, from holiday highlights and new routines to dating stories that perfectly capture the reality of modern dating. From there, we unpack the role girls’ weekends play in maintaining friendships, especially as life, priorities, and expectations change.

We talk about balancing nostalgia with personal growth, letting go of comparison, and prioritizing fun, silliness, and presence without putting pressure on the weekend to be anything more than what it is. If you’re planning a girls’ trip, missing your friends, or craving a reminder of why female friendship is so essential, this episode is for you.

In this episode, we cover:

• A life update and what’s been happening behind the scenes since the fall
• Why girls’ weekends matter more as we get older
• How expectations shift as friends enter different life stages
• Planning vs. flexibility and what actually makes a weekend successful
• Nostalgia, comparison, and choosing gratitude
• Prioritizing fun, silliness, and connection
• Why investing in friendships is essential for your well-being

Before the goals. Before the vision boards. Before the pressure. We’re starting 2026 with standards.

In this episode, Cole and Meag are back after a break and sharing their 2026 Commandments — the principles, boundaries, and energy they’re committing to carry into the year ahead. Instead of focusing on what they want to achieve, they’re focusing on how they want to live, move, and feel.

From self-trust and relationships to mental health, physical well-being, money, and personal growth, this conversation is about choosing alignment over urgency and intention over expectation.

✨ Listen if you’re ready to:

• Set standards instead of resolutions
• Trust your gut and stop abandoning yourself
• Move through 2026 with confidence, clarity, and joy

If you’re entering 2026 wanting to feel more aligned, grounded, and confident — this episode is for you.

💬 Let us know in the comments: What’s one commandment you’re setting for yourself this year?

In this episode, Meag and Cole take a walk down memory lane and make it healing. They chat about the hobbies, routines, and parts of themselves they’re choosing not to grow out of, even as life in your 30s gets more full (and more scheduled). From long weekends alone to unexpected bursts of creativity, they reflect on how reconnecting with childhood joy, spontaneity, and weird little interests can be a powerful form of self-care. Whether it’s finger painting, fantasy novels, or dancing like an idiot in your kitchen, this is your reminder to keep doing the things that make you feel most like you.

Takeaways:

• Your inner child isn’t gone. She’s just waiting for an invite.

• Guilt-free joy is allowed (and encouraged).

• Nostalgia can be a tool for self-discovery, not just a mood.

• Prioritizing fun is a valid wellness practice.

• Getting playful can help combat loneliness and burnout.

• Creative expression isn’t just for kids.

• Letting go of productivity makes room for delight.

In this week’s episode, Meagan and Nicole sit down with Sarah — a corporate event planner and proud child-free woman — for an honest conversation about choosing not to have children. Together, they unpack the societal pressures that come with that decision, the misconceptions people hold, and the freedom that comes from living life on your own terms.

Sarah shares how she confidently made her choice, how friendships and relationships have evolved because of it, and the importance of creating space for all kinds of womanhood — whether it includes motherhood or not. It’s a refreshing, thoughtful, and deeply empowering chat about identity, choice, and the courage to live authentically.

In this episode we cover:

• What it really means to choose a child-free life, and how to do so confidently

• How societal narratives shape our views on motherhood and womanhood

• The evolution of friendships and relationships when you choose a different path

• Why living authentically matters more than meeting expectations

• Sarah’s advice for anyone considering or questioning a child-free life

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by marketing consultant (and recovering corporate girly) Susan, who takes us behind the scenes of her pivot from traditional office life to self-employment. We get into the messy middle—money fears, networking cringe, and the real emotional rollercoaster of working for yourself.

We talk about:

• Why financial stability matters before the leap

• How to find your people and your purpose outside the 9-to-5

• Embracing creativity (even when it feels embarrassing)

• Learning to live well in your 30s by actually listening to yourself

Whether you're corporate-curious, entrepreneur-adjacent, or just feeling a little stuck, this episode is a warm reminder that there’s no one way to do this whole career thing. You get to rewrite the script.

Follow Suze on TikTok: @thatclassicsuze

This week, Meag and Cole are serving up a love letter to the intentional upgrade. From quality bedding to matching bras, they’re diving into the everyday investments that make life feel more aligned, cozy, and… dare we say, grown. It’s not about spending more—it’s about spending better. We talk personal safety, therapy, skincare, and the weirdly transformative power of kitchen knives that actually work. Whether you’re leveling up your closet or just your Monday routine, this one’s for anyone stepping into their “I deserve this” era.

What we talk about:

• The big three: Therapy, skincare, and travel
• Underrated upgrades that pay off
• How to spend without guilt and with intention
• Why investing in sleep might be the ultimate form of self-care
• The quiet confidence of matching your bra and underwear

We’re back, baby and diving straight into the deep end.

In our first episode back, Meagan and Nicole catch up on all the life stuff: Nova Scotia trips, Orange Theory breakups, and that one pottery class that nearly broke us.

Then we get into the big convo that’s been simmering: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement. Love is great! We're rooting for them! But also... why does it feel like the world just collectively exhaled like thank god she’s finally been “chosen”? Why do we keep treating romantic partnership like the final puzzle piece of a woman’s story?

We also talk about that creeping September energy—when the soft, stretchy days of summer suddenly harden into “what have you done with your year?” vibes. It feels like both a fresh start and a subtle countdown. And in the middle of it all, we’re feeling a little wobbly—single, reflective, and still learning how to hold space for wanting love while choosing ourselves.

Because here’s the truth:

• Your worth doesn’t start when someone chooses you.
• Feeling vulnerable doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong.
• And there’s no set timeline for your life—only your story.

If you’ve ever felt like the year (or your life) is running out of time—this one’s for you.

Living alone in your 30s is a privilege — but it comes with a price. In this episode, Meagan and Nicole get candid about the freedom, peace, and self-discovery that come with having a space that’s all yours… and the emotional and financial realities that can make it complicated. They talk about the joys of decorating for no one but yourself, the moments when the quiet feels too loud, and the budgeting math that comes with paying for it all solo. Along the way, they share how they manage loneliness, stay grounded in independence, and keep finding joy in a life built entirely on their own terms.

What happens when everything you’ve built – the life, the job, the relationship, the dream – suddenly collapses?

In this deeply personal episode, Nicole opens up about the two most difficult years of her life. From moving to London in search of something more, to facing a wave of loss, heartbreak, and uncertainty, she shares what it really looked like to start over at 30 with no job, no home of her own, and no clear plan.

This isn’t a story tied up in a neat little bow. It’s one of grief, resilience, identity, and what it means to rebuild your life from the ground up when you thought you were already supposed to have it all together.

Whether you're feeling stuck, lost, behind, or afraid it's too late, this episode is your reminder that starting over doesn't mean failure. Sometimes its the bravest thing you can do.