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Join Anna and Bracey as they unpack Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May, a reflective book about surviving life’s colder, quieter seasons. In this episode, they talk about how the book turned out to be very different from what they expected—less a traditional self-help guide and more a gentle, literary meditation on rest, loss, and renewal. Through personal reactions and thoughtful discussion, Anna and Bracey explore the idea of “wintering” as a natural part of human experience. Cozy, honest, and introspective, this conversation invites listeners to rethink how they move through difficult seasons.

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Anna + Bracey discuss their own gifts, strengths, and personal brands, and hype each other up. This is a love note to those of us who might focus too much on the parts of ourselves we want to improve and not enough on the parts that are already great <3

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Let’s Discuss: Modern Friendship

Teaching a Topic: Manifestation and Reality Creating

Let’s Get Trendy

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On this episode of Likehearted, we dive into what’s been living rent-free in our minds lately — from Christmas decorating to a check-in on our manifestations (some are thriving, some are… pending). Tennis makes its inevitable appearance, because of course it does. We unpack the difference between being genuinely helpful and being controlling (thanks for this new lens, Brené and Adam), get sidetracked by Brené Brown’s pickleball career, and discuss the importance of diversifying joy and whimsy in your life. Plus a few delightful detours because we cannot stay on one track to save our lives!

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Money Talks with Martha McNeely

In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts Book Review

Making Things Easy: Our best systems and life hacks

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It’s a book review, not a fight! We read Are You Mad at Me by Meg Josephson and Anna loved it! Bracey identified more of her people pleaser habits and shares how she’s grown. We discuss the different types of people pleasers, how we can be NICER to ourselves, and how authenticity, self-doubt, and fawning intersect. Plus a brief interlude to discuss The Summer I Turned Pretty!

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What’s On Our Minds: May 2025

How Embarrassing!

Teaching a Topic: Manifestation and Reality Creation

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This week, Anna and Bracey are bounding through pop culture. They’re talking Love Island mess, The Summer I Turned Pretty phenomenon, the Gilmore Girls documentary and upcoming revival, and why the world just feels… scary right now. Plus: Jimmy Kimmel getting kicked off the air, Kylie Kelce’s podcast, and the unexpected duo we didn’t know we needed—Brené Brown and Elmo. Cozy chaos, heart-to-hearts, and likehearted banter, as always. 💖

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Body Chats with Julia Baker

Ask Away with Q + A

Let’s Discuss: Modern Friendship

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We’re back with more random questions! In this episode, Anna and Bracey discuss what books they’re enjoying, what next on their list, Halloween plans, and what they’re not saying. It’s a tough time for everyone right now so here’s a little lighthearted (and likehearted) banter for your enjoyment. Happy listening!

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Teaching a Topic: Dame Angela Lansbury

Learning to ‘Let Them’

The Real Deal: Authenticity and Its Adversaries

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We are BACK, baby! Bracey and Anna are back with a brand-new episode of Likehearted for another round of What’s On Our Minds? This time, they dive into Bracey’s postpartum journey, the importance of showing kids what it looks like to live a life you love (instead of always putting yourself last), and why a to-do list might actually be a wish list. They also discuss the usefulness of a state of the union with your friends and much more!

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Let’s Discuss: Hidden Potential

The One about Fall

Soft Life Era

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In this episode, Anna is joined by a very special guest co-host—her sister! Martha shares her unique journey from working as a therapist to becoming a financial planner, and what inspired her to try a new path. Together, they dive into the common mistakes people make with their money, practical tips for getting your finances in order, and simple recommendations anyone can use to feel more confident about managing money.

Check out Martha & Stephen'’s financial services here: https://www.buoyfinancialservices.com/

Book recommendations from this episode:

* The Artist’s Way Workbook by Julia Cameron

* The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel

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Learning to 'Let Them’

Teaching a Topic: Mind Body Connection

All Systems Go!

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In this episode, Anna and Bracey review In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts by Dr. Gabor Maté. They discuss Maté’s compassionate approach to understanding addiction, the stories that stuck with them, and how his insights connect to broader questions of trauma, healing, and human connection. Together, they reflect on what the book stirred up for them personally and what lessons listeners might take away about empathy, judgment, and the hidden struggles people carry.

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Relationships Post Parenthood

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone Book Review

Exploring Self-Compassion

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In this episode, Anna is joined by guest co-host Julia Baker for a thoughtful conversation about bodies. Together, they unpack a chapter from Trick Mirror by Jia Tolentino that explores the idea of our bodies as projects to be constantly optimized. From barre classes and Sweetgreen salads to the way food becomes a test of morality, they dig into the subtle pressures of wellness culture and how it shapes the way we see ourselves. Along the way, they share laughs, reflections, and plenty of side notes about the everyday ways this shows up in their own lives.

Book recommendation: Belly of the Beast by Da’Shaun Harrison

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Relationships Post Parenthood

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone Book Review

Exploring Self-Compassion

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