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The conversation covers Nicole's health struggles, Meagan's recent trip to the UK, and their plans for the podcast content this summer. It also touches on dating experiences and the challenges of maintaining communication across different time zones.

Chapters

00:00 Navigating Health Challenges and Travel

03:32 Exploring New Podcast Content

13:57 Dating Experiences and Communication Challenges

In this conversation, Nicole and Meagan discuss their recent experiences with self-tanning and Meag getting wisdom teeth removed. They also talk about their plans for the summer and their dating goals. Nicole reflects on her busy summer last year and expresses a desire for more me-time and spontaneous moments. Meagan shares her summer aesthetic of wearing oversized t-shirts and no pants at the cottage. They both express their excitement for summer and the possibility of fun and flirty dates. In this conversation, Meagan and Nicole discuss their plans and aspirations for the upcoming summer. They talk about their preferred summer outfits, their goals for being more active, and their desire to detach from work and focus on self-care. They also mention their excitement for spending time together in Toronto and enjoying city life. The conversation ends with a discussion about their favorite summer drinks and the possibility of creating content on TikTok.

Takeaways

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Self-Tanning Stories

09:45 Summer Plans and Dating Goals

15:24 Reflecting on Last Summer

23:00 Concert Plans and Excitement

25:10 Being More Active and Trying New Things

29:46 Exploring City Life and Spending Time with Friends

31:28 Trying New Activities and Learning New Skills

33:16 Indulging in Refreshing Summer Drinks

36:32 Creating Content on TikTok

We had to do it. This episode is an exploration of Taylor Swift (our lord and saviour's) newest album and all the nostalgia and themes it brings up.

In this conversation, Meagan and Nicole catch up after a few weeks apart. They discuss Nicole's upcoming bachelorette party in Miami, Meagan's housewarming party, and their thoughts on Taylor Swift's new album. They also touch on the production of the album and the tension between artistic quality and fan expectations. In this conversation, Meagan and Nicole discuss Taylor Swift's album 'Red (Taylor's Version)' and dive into the themes and lyrics of the songs. They explore the idea of Taylor's evolution as an artist and how her music resonates with listeners. They also touch on the concept of 'tortured poets' and the nostalgia and emotions that come with relationships and situationships. The conversation ends with a discussion of their favorite songs and lyrics from the album.

Takeaways

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up

01:21 Exciting Plans for the Bachelorette Party in Miami

10:21 Upcoming Wild Weekends

12:09 Thoughts on Taylor Swift's New Album

22:40 Exploring the Themes and Lyrics of Taylor Swift's 'Red (Taylor's Version)'

23:33 The Evolution of Taylor Swift as an Artist

24:21 The Concept of 'Tortured Poets' in the Album

25:17 Nostalgia and Emotions in the Songs

27:36 Favorite Songs and Lyrics from 'Red (Taylor's Version)'

Monica discusses her experience of balancing work and motherhood, highlighting the challenges and the need to manage expectations. She shares her struggles with guilt and the pressure to be a perfect parent and partner. Monica emphasizes the importance of adjusting expectations and recognizing external factors to determine if she's doing enough. Meagan and Nicole reflect on their own experiences and the difficulty of knowing when it's enough in various aspects of life. They also touch on the topic of guilt and the need to give oneself credit for their efforts. In this conversation, Monica discusses the challenges of balancing motherhood and a career. She shares her experience of wanting to maintain her ambition and identity while also being a present and involved parent. Monica highlights the societal expectations placed on mothers and the need for support and understanding from friends and colleagues. She emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and finding a balance that works for her. Monica also discusses the mixed feelings and guilt that can come with being a parent and the need for open communication and empathy.

Takeaways

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Bedtime Routines

09:23 Being the First of Friends to Have Kids

25:58 The Guilt of Not Being Perfect

32:30 Balancing Career and Motherhood

40:31 Open Communication and Empathy

46:40 Being Mindful of Different Parenting Styles

55:28 What Living Well in Your 30s Means

Meagan and Nicole discuss their recent weekend together, including mishaps with flights and cold plunges. They also contemplate becoming influencers and embrace the idea of being delusional or 'delulu' in order to manifest their desires. They explore the concept of fake it till you make it and the importance of taking action to achieve goals. However, they caution against being delulu in dating and relationships. Overall, the conversation revolves around the theme of embracing confidence and positivity to create the life you want. The conversation explores the concept of being delusional in dating and relationships. It discusses the line between healthy delusion and unhealthy obsession, as well as the role of external factors like the COVID-19 pandemic in fueling the trend. The importance of managing thought processes and focusing on self-improvement is emphasized. The conversation also touches on the idea of embracing the silliness and positivity of being delusional, while acknowledging the need to learn from past experiences. The hosts share TikTok videos that illustrate different perspectives on delusion in relationships. Overall, the conversation highlights the power of thoughts and the need for a balanced approach to delusion in dating and life.

Takeaways

Chapters

00:00 Rough Start and Weekend Recap

06:43 Becoming Influencers and Embracing Delusion

14:08 Fake It Till You Make It: Taking Aligned Action

26:44 Balancing Delusion with Self-Reflection and Growth

32:53 A Nuanced Approach to Delusion in Dating and Relationships

Charlie St. Louis, owner of Pretty Plans Wedding and Events, shares her passion for wedding planning and the joy she finds in creating personalized experiences for couples. She emphasizes the importance of staying true to the couple's vision and not getting caught up in trends or unnecessary details. Charlie also discusses the process of choosing the right wedding planner and the importance of communication and setting expectations. She provides tips for the maid of honor to make the day stress-free for the bride. As a recent bride herself, Charlie shares the lessons she learned from being on the other side of the wedding planning process. In this episode, wedding planner Charlie shares insights and advice for couples planning their weddings. She emphasizes the importance of being present on the wedding day and trusting vendors to do their job. Charlie also highlights the value of authenticity and personal vows, as well as the transition from focusing on the wedding to prioritizing the marriage. She offers guidance on supporting friends during wedding season and setting boundaries. The episode concludes with a rapid-fire discussion on current wedding trends.

Takeaways

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:33 Background and Passion for Wedding Planning

04:28 Teaching Skills to Younger Planners

05:02 Tips for Planning a Wedding

06:10 Personalizing the Wedding

07:35 Choosing the Right Wedding Planner

09:33 Working with Different Types of Clients

10:16 Managing Expectations and Communication

11:48 Handling Expectations of Family and Wedding Party

23:26 Making the Day Stress-Free for the Bride

27:38 Lessons Learned from Being a Bride

31:09 Authenticity and Personal Vows

33:49 The Transition from Wedding to Marriage

36:26 Supporting Friends During Wedding Season

43:22 Wedding Trends: In or Out

50:06 Living Well in Your 30s

Huge apologies for how snotty Meag is, she's on the mend now.

Follow @prettyplans.ca for all the info.

We know they’re corny and cheesy and (sometimes) deeply problematic. But we all love watching them. Love is Blind and The Bachelor have been all over our TikTok feeds over the last few months, especially as The Bachelor is about to round up.

Tune in this week to listen to:

We've got a guest, baby!

This week we're joined by Marion Adams, Co-Founder & CEO of Focus Mental Wellness.

She also happens to be one of Meag's friends from her time in London.

Tune in this week to learn:

and more!

What is an ick? How do we create them? and are they universal, or are we all just annoyed with specifics that don't make sense?

In this week's episode, we chat about:

we hope you like this one, we love ya <3

The splinter era. As Jennifer Senior writes, "there’s little synchrony to our lives. We have kids at different rates (or not at all); we pair off at different rates (or not at all); we move for love, for work, for opportunity and adventure and more affordable real estate and healthier lifestyles and better weather."

We continue the conversation about the splinter era this week by chatting about how to build new friendships, what we expect from our friends these days, and how we can avoid the negative fallout from splintering off.

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