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Whose algorithm is it anyway? In this episode, Tashira and Margo dive into the increasingly fractured digital landscape we all inhabit—where two like-minded people can still experience wildly different versions of reality through our devices.

What happens when you switch Instagrams with someone close to you? What does your algorithm say about you? From fashion and wellness content to activism and misinformation, we explore how curated feeds shape our worldview, skew our sense of truth, and even influence our politics.

We also discuss the power—and the pitfalls—of digital activism in an era where virality fades faster than justice. This one's part digital diary, part social critique, and a whole lot of real talk.

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In this episode, Margo and Tashira dive into the chaos unfolding in Washington—from the adolescent antics plaguing the highest levels of government to the radical restructuring of federal agencies under the so-called "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE). We dig into the blurring of lines between tech billionaires and elected officials, and the dangerous implications of gutting vital services in favor of billionaire tax cuts.

As always, with sharp critique, biting humor, and real talk, Margo and Tashira unpack the authoritarian undertones (and overtones) during this political moment, the international stakes with Ukraine, and what's really behind the anti-"woke" agenda sweeping the country. It's time to call a thing a thing: our government has been taken over by teenage boys.

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In this episode, Margo & Tashira check in—emotionally, spiritually and politically, during what feels like the slow unraveling of our democratic systems. We talk honestly about how we're riding the waves: presence, fear, joy, anger, and despair. From cold plunges to Pina Coladas and joyful brunches, we explore what it means to take care of ourselves and each other in uncertain times.

We also dive into the confusion and fear that many leaders, organizations, and everyday folks are feeling in response to the current administration. We reflect on how it's impacting our relationships, our activism, and even our nervous systems. This is a conversation about finding micro-moments of joy, building connection in a fragmented world, and resisting the pressure to assimilate or fall silent.

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In this episode, Margo & Tashira quiz each other on the strangest things they've ever done for health, wellness and beauty. Yoga with goats? Beef tallow? Emu oil? What's worked (and what hasn't?) What would we do again?

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In this episode, Margo and Tashira discuss their experiences with both "big T" and "little T" trauma in our lives, and how our trauma responses have affect our day-to-day lives in ways that we might not have expected (or even be consciously aware of.) In reference to the title of this episode, we also discuss how these responses also have protected us, even when the experiential aspect of having these responses may be unpleasant. And so, we ask the question: How do we address ourselves when we get angry about the feelings we are having?

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In this episode, Margo and Tashira reveal some rather unexpected insights about each other. Tashira sets up a deck of arguments that all point to Margo being a lesbian, and Margo shares more reasons than would fill a Louis Vuitton "Neverfull" bag as to why Tashira may be a secret, or not-so-secret Trad Wife!

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In this episode, Margo and Tashira talk about some of their big age "splurges!" When is it a splurge, and when is it a necessity? We discuss Tashira's recent acquisition of her first Birkin bag, Margo's hiring of a personal (and business) organizer, and how sometimes luxuries that are seen as "extras" might be more essential than for which they are given credit. We also dig into the ethics of "gatekeeping" luxury goods by brands like Hermes, Porsche and Rolex. Should luxury brands get to decide who is allowed to purchase their products at retail?

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In this episode, Margo and Tashira continue their discussion of their 2024 New Year's Resolutions, and how they are informing the way they plan to show up and thrive in 2025. We really dig into their 2025 word of the year: connection. When did the notion of connection become a dirty word?

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In this episode, Margo and Tashira revisit their 2024 New Year's Resolutions, and have a chat about why they continue to fail at reaching their stated goals. What does it mean when your goals change mid-year? Is it still a failure if you don't meet goals that you no longer value?

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In this episode, Margo and Tashira talk about how to stay safe, mentally and physically, when your identity is under attack, as many within the LGBTQIA+ community are now experiencing, and are preparing for an environment that is likely to continue to grow in hostility in the near future as MAGA republicans take hold of the House, Senate, and Executive branches in January.

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