Long Story Short with Megan and Wendy: The Podcast

Long Story Short with Megan and Wendy: The Podcast

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  • Pop Culture Club April: A Bad Ass and a Stalker

    Megan and Wendy are back with the April Pop Culture Club episode. For Pop Culture Club April, Megan watched the movie Taken, starring Liam Neeson. Wendy read Five Perfect Strangers by Natalie Richards. Listen in as they share what they thought of their assignments, plus hear what they each pick for May. Also, during each Pop Culture Club episode, you’ll hear what Megan and Wendy are currently reading, watching and listening to.

    We also talk about Wendy’s week with middle schoolers, Megan’s hot take on a popular hair styling tool, and a rant about some bad Amazon behavior.

    Listen in as we talk about our thoughts on Liam Neeson’s bad ass role in Taken and the wintery mystery Five Perfect Strangers.
    • New podcast episodes Every Tuesday and Thursday! Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.
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    • Pop Culture Club April Assignment

      Play along with Megan and Wendy. For Pop Culture Club April:

      • Megan will watch the 1982 horror movie Poltergeist
      • Wendy will read Evidence of the Affair by Taylor Jenkins Reid
      • Mentioned in this Episode
        • Megan has opinions on the Dyson Air Wrap
        • Don’t do this with your Amazon ebooks
          • Read Kindle books for free with Libby
          • Broward County Library Card for everyone!
          • Harris County Public Library Card for everyone!
          • What We’re Watching
            • Summer House (Peacock)
            • Jerrod Carmichael – “Rothaniel” (HBO Max)
            • Under the Banner of Heaven (Hulu)
            • Heartstopper (Netflix)
            • Shark Tank (Hulu)
            • Succession (HBO Max)
            • The Girl From Plainville (Hulu)
            • Selling Sunset (Netflix)
            • White Hot: The rise and fall of Abercrombie and Fitch (Netflix)
            • The Kardashians (Hulu
            • What We’re Reading
              • Something Wilder – Christina Lauren
              • What to Say Next – Julie Buxbaum
              • Off With My Head – Stassi Schroeder
              • What We’re Listening To
                • Delete This with Hank and Katherine Green
                • Nobody’s Listening, Right? Podcast
                  • The episode with hair of unknown origin
                  • Thomas Rhett
                  • Russell Dickerson
                  • Brett Eldredge
                  • Olivia Rodrigo
                  • Rex Orange County
                  • Megan & Wendy Approved!
                    • Mush Ready to Eat Oats (As Seen on Shark Tank) $2.49
                    • Roll Up Hat – $16
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                      50 min
                    • Episode 67: Jumping into Summer

                      Megan and Wendy are already jumping into summer. Listen in as they talk summer clothing and sandals. Plus favorite sunscreens, sunless tanners, and the three MUST-HAVE products everyone needs during the hot months. Also, summer salads, and a hot take on the popular $40 tumbler.

                      Let’s talk summer sandals. Fashion or function? Email us at [email protected].

                      Megan and Wendy start planning for their summer needs, including what to wear, favorite sunscreens, sunless tanner tips, and the three products everyone needs during the hot days.
                      Where to Find More Megan and Wendy
                      • Our website – www.meganandwendy.com
                      • Follow us on Instagram – @meganandwendy
                      • On TikTok – @meganandwendy
                      • Mentioned in this Episode:
                        • Salad ideas from TikTok
                        • Stanley Tumbler vs. Owalla
                        • Soon Jung Hydro Barrier Cream
                        • Benton Peeling Toner
                        • Heatless Curls Tutorial
                        • Swimsuit Brands We Love for Summer
                          • Land’s End Swimwuits
                          • Summersalt Swimsuits
                          • Megan’s New Walmart Swim Suit
                          • Swim Shorts from Old Navy
                          • The White Swim Suit Cover Up of Megan’s Dreams! Only $25!
                          • The Jessica Simpson Tube Dress of Summers Past
                          • Comfortable and Supportive Sandals for Summer
                            • Olukai Sandals – Megan’s Pair
                            • Cobian Sandals
                            • Birkenstocks – Wendy’s Go To Summer Sandal
                            • Havaiana’s – Megan’s Go To Summer Sandal
                            • Best Sunscreens and Self-Tanner Products
                              • Supergoop!
                                • Love Glow Screen and Play Sunscreen
                                • SunBum Glow review
                                  •  SunBum – see tons of new product 
                                  •  St. Tropez on QVC 
                                  • St Tropez Bronzing Water Face Mist Duo
                                  • Mitt
                                  • Korean exfoliating towel
                                  • Tree Hut 
                                  • Three Must-Have Products for Summer
                                    • Gold Bond Fresh Scented Powder
                                    • Megababe Body Dust plus the puff in a hat box
                                    • Megababe Thigh Rescue
                                    • Megan and Wendy Approved!

                                      L’Oreal Paris Noir Balm Vegan Mascara $9.99

                                      e.l.f. Complexion Duo Brush $8

                                      1 hr 4 min
                                    • Girls Gone Hallmark: Love, Classified

                                      In today's brand new Girls Gone Hallmark episode, Megan and Wendy review Hallmark Channel's newest original movie "Love, Classified" starring Melora Hardin. The movie premiered on April 16, 2022 as part of the Spring Into Love line up.



                                      "Love, Classified" has ruffled a few feathers for its storyline and content. Were yours ruffled? Email us and tell us why at [email protected].



                                      Megan and Wendy review "Love, Classified" which premiered on April 16, 2022 as part of the Spring Into Love line up on the Hallmark Channel.







                                      News and Notes About "Love, Classified"



                                      * Melora Hardin plays Emilia. She is most notable for playing Jan on “The Office,” Jacqueline on one of our favorites “The Bold Type,” and most recently competed in the 30th season of ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars” with pro Artem finishing in 6th place* Katherine McNamara plays Taylor. She has a long list of television credits including CW’s “Arrow.” * Max Lloyd-Jones plays Zach. He’s currently on Disney+ “The Book Of Boba Fett” and season 2 of “The Mandalorian.” Also played Jacob on “Once Upon a Time.” Though not new to Hallmark, he played Tom Thornton on "When Calls the Heart" from 2015-2018.* Arienne Mandi plays Franki and probably most known for her role as Dani Nuñez on "The L Word: Generation Q” on Showtime.* Neil Dodson, husband of Ashley Williams, executive produced Love, Classified. Ashley Williams face is used on the cover of all of Emilia's books.



                                      Who Wrote Hallmark Channel's "Love, Classified?"



                                      * The movie’s screenwriter is Lynn Sternberge who sold the movie to Hallmark PRE-COVID and had previously written for Melora Hardin’s character Jacqueline on “The Bold Type.”* Stacy N. Harding directed this movie. Other movies of hers include 2021’s “Christmas Sail.” - which we loved!* Melora Hardin told MediaVillage.com that she hoped this would be “a momentous film for HALLMARK.”



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                                      Where Was this Movie Filmed?



                                      * "Love, Classified" was filmed in Canada, specifically in the Victoria, British Columbia, and Vancouver regions.* The movie began filming January 28 and wrapped around February 18.



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                                      Listen to All the Spring Into Love Reviews



                                      Hallmark has really knocked their spring line up out of the ballpark. From originals on Hallmark Movies and Mysteries to non-romantic storylines. Catch up on all our reviews.
                                      39 min
                                    • Episode 66: Do You Advocate for Yourself?

                                      In this episode, Megan and Wendy ask, do you advocate for yourself? Listen in as they share some examples of when they have told people their thoughts and feelings, defined boundaries, and how they advocate for others. They also tell a few stories of when they let things slide. Plus, emails, underwear talk (AGAIN!), a sock hack and assisted stretching.

                                      Tell us: Do you advocate for yourself? Email us at [email protected].

                                      Megan and Wendy talk about self-advocacy, what that means, and share stories on how to advocate for yourself.
                                      Where to Find More Megan and Wendy
                                      • Our website – www.meganandwendy.com
                                      • Follow us on Instagram – @meganandwendy
                                      • On TikTok – @meganandwendy
                                      • Mentioned in this Episode
                                        • Episode 64: Fake Cleaning
                                        • Writer-inner Michelle says:
                                          • These clear shoe box containers are perfect for refrigerator and pantry organization
                                          • LaCroix Beach Plum (hard to find but often seen at Ralph’s/Kroger stores and Sprouts)
                                          • DENIZEN® from Levi’s® Women’s Mid-Rise Cropped Boyfriend Jeans
                                          • Fruit of the Loom Women’s beyondsoft Bikini Panties 5pk
                                          • More Hallmark Talk? Join Our Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group

                                            Join our Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! Tons of great people – just like you – who love Hallmark movies. We’re talking new movies, favorite movies, actors, Hallmark gossip, and so much more. Free to join, so click the link below or search “Girls Gone Hallmark” in Facebook Groups.

                                            Don’t miss out on: Girls Gone Hallmark – A Group for Hallmark Movie Fans

                                            More Mentions
                                            • Stretch Lab
                                            • Shark Tank on Hulu
                                              • What Wendy Bought: Drain Wig
                                              • Megan’s sock tip: Cut off toes of sock, lotion up feet, put on toeless socks!
                                              • Megan and Wendy Approved!
                                                • Supergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ ($36)
                                                • KIND Thins Caramel Nuts & Sea Salt ($7.99)
                                                • 50 min
                                                • Girls Gone Hallmark – Curious Caterer: Dying for Chocolate

                                                  Megan and Wendy review and rate "Curious Caterer: Dying for Chocolate" starring Andrew Walker and Nikki DeLoach. This movie premiered on Hallmark Movies and Mysteries on Sunday, April 10th. What will they have to say about this campy mystery?



                                                  Are you hoping this movie becomes a series? Email us at [email protected].



                                                  Will "Curious Caterer" become a series on Hallmark Movies and Mysteries? We definitely would watch!







                                                  News and Notes About "Curious Caterer: Dying for Chocolate"



                                                  * This movie was filmed in the British Columbia area, including Vancouver.* "Dying for Chocolate" was a 1992 book written by Diane Mott Davidson. It is book two in a mystery series also called the "Goldy Schulz series." The author as written a total of 17 books in this series.* Buy the book "Dying for Chocolate" via Amazon ($8.99)* Visit Diane Mott Davidson's Amazon page to see her entire collection of culinary inspired mystery novels.* Andrew Walker who plays Detective Tom said he hopes this movie will end up becoming a series.* Walker also said he studied detective shows like "True Detective" and "Mare of Easttown" to understand the his role better.* Filming wrapped on March 5, 2022.



                                                  @meganandwendy Catch our reviews of the latest from Hallmark on the podcast! Long Story Short with Megan and Wendy everywhere you get podcasts! #hallmarkchannel #hallmarkmovies #hallmarkmovie #hallmarkgirl ♬ Originalton - TIKTOK HERMIONE



                                                  What Did Megan & Wendy Rate this Movie?



                                                  Wendy: 3.75 STARS



                                                  Wendy: 3.5 STARS



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                                                  23 min
                                                • Girls Gone Hallmark: A Royal Runaway Romance

                                                  Megan and Wendy recap and review "A Royal Runaway Romance" - the Hallmark movie we've been missing, and not in a good way. This movie premiered on Saturday, April 9th and stars Brant Daugherty and newcomer Philippa Northeast.



                                                  Did you know Nebraska was flat? Email us at [email protected].



                                                  Megan and Wendy review Hallmark movies including the brand new royal-commoner romance called "A Royal Runaway Romance."







                                                  The poster ad for this movie should have clued us in on the budget Hallmark was working with.



                                                  News and Notes for "A Royal Runaway Romance"



                                                  * Stars Philippa Northeast, Brant Daugherty, Sarah-Jane Redmond, and Vincent Gale.* Filmed in Canada, specifically the Vancouver region.* Filming began on January 31 and wrapped on February 21, 2022.* This is Philippa Northeast's first Hallmark movie.* The Ford Mustang featured in the film was also used in "Roadhouse Romance" starring Tyler Hynes.* Listen to our review of "Roadhouse Romance."







                                                  What Did Megan & Wendy Rate This Movie?



                                                  Megan: 3 STARS



                                                  Wendy: 2 STARS



                                                  What did you rate this movie? Pop into the Hallmark Facebook group and tell us!



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                                                  29 min
                                                • Episode 65: Hobbies Update, LOL

                                                  Remember back in January when Megan and Wendy vowed to add more hobbies to their lives? Today they share a hobbies update and set some new summer intentions. Plus, midsize fashion influencers, secondhand embarrassment, and Megan’s spring break rocky cruise.

                                                  Would you follow our midlife midsize content? Tell us by sending us an email at [email protected].

                                                  New Podcast Episode: Megan and Wendy share an update to their New Year resolutions. Plus, the friends talk about secondhand embarrassment, the best midsize fashion influencers, and the details of Megan’s spring break cruise vacation.
                                                  Where to Find More Megan and Wendy
                                                  • Our website – www.meganandwendy.com
                                                  • Follow us on Instagram – @meganandwendy
                                                  • On TikTok – @meganandwendy
                                                  • Emails!

                                                    Thanks to the loyal listeners who write in with your questions or comments!

                                                    • Vionic Flip Flops
                                                      • Listen to the episode where we talked about the need for supportive footwear
                                                      • Superfeet Orthotic Inserts (Wendy’s doctor recommends these!)
                                                        • Mr. Mixer on TikTok
                                                          • Details on how to send your Kitchenaid mixer in to Mr. Mixer for repairs
                                                          • Does your Kitchenaid mixer leak oil? Here’s why.
                                                          • How to DIY your Kitchenaid mixer to fix the oil leak
                                                          • Mentioned in this Episode
                                                            Midsize Fashion Influencers
                                                            • Caralyn @caralynmirand
                                                            • Meghan @the_other_mk
                                                            • Olivia @oliviamuenter (new co-host of Bad On Paper pod)
                                                            • SJ @mippapiddleton
                                                            • Dianna @budgetbabe 
                                                            • Should we start adding midsize fashion ideas to our Instagram? Outfits suited for women at midlife?
                                                              Episode 65 Chit Chat
                                                              • Here’s the cruise ship Megan and her kids went out during spring break.
                                                                • See our TikTok to see her upgraded suite tour and other tips for the best cruise experience.
                                                                • Watch the “Calling All Angels” video shown pre-game at Angel Stadium.
                                                                • Hobbies Update
                                                                  • Here’s a 5-step time audit example
                                                                  • The Essentials Calendar, Summer Break wall calendar
                                                                  • MIRITY Women Racerback Sports Bras – High Impact Workout Gym Activewear Bra
                                                                  • Megan and Wendy Approved
                                                                    • Megan loves this USB desk fan ($12.99)
                                                                    • Wendy is wearing these chest wrinkle sheet masks($23)
                                                                    • 55 min
                                                                    • Girls Gone Hallmark: Always Amore

                                                                      Megan and Wendy are back again with the recap and review of "Always Amore" starring Autumn Reeser and Tyler Hynes. This movie premiered on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries on Sunday, April 3, 2022.



                                                                      Do you usually watch the HM&M channel? Email us at [email protected].



                                                                      Megan and Wendy recap and review one of Hallmark's Movies & Mysteries premieres called "Always Amore" starring Tyler Hynes and Autumn Reeser.







                                                                      News and Notes for "Love Amore"



                                                                      * "Love Amore" was filmed in February 2022.* Celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis will be the executive producer of this movie.* De Laurentiis told People Magazine that many of the characters were inspired by the chef's own loved ones. * Tyler Hynes said he was "fully concussed" during the filming of this movie because of an on-set accident.



                                                                      Who Wrote this Hallmark Movie?



                                                                      * This movie was written by Julie Sherman Wolfe.* Listen to the podcast interview we did with the prolific Hallmark movie writer from 2021.



                                                                      What Did We Rate this Movie?



                                                                      Megan: 4 STARS



                                                                      Wendy: 4.5 STARS




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                                                                      27 min
                                                                    • Girls Gone Hallmark: Just One Kiss

                                                                      Megan and Wendy review Hallmark Channel's original new movie called "Just One Kiss." This is the second movie from the Spring Into Love line up and stars Santino Fontana as Tony and Krysta Rodriguez as Mia.



                                                                      Was "Just One Kiss" what you expected it would be? Email the show at [email protected].



                                                                      Megan and Wendy recap and review Hallmark Channel movies, including "Just One Kiss' starring Tony Award winner Santino Fontana and Krysta Rodriguez.







                                                                      News & Notes About "Just One Kiss"



                                                                      * This movie was filmed in Vancouver, BC, Canada.* Filming began on January 28, 2022.* The actors stayed at The Sutton Place Vancouver. * The Sutton was recently mentioned on the podcast "Nobody's Listening, Right?" with Andy and Elizabeth where Elizabeth recounts her recent trip to Canada for work.



                                                                      Who is Krysta Rodriguez in "Just One Kiss?"



                                                                      * Krysta Rodriguez plays Mia who is a college professor and recently separated from her husband. * She's known for NBC's "Smash" and starred on Broadway in "A Chorus Line," "In The Heights," and "The Addams Family."* Krysta was born in the city of Orange and went to Orange County High School of Arts known as "OCSHA." * The actress is a breast cancer survivor.



                                                                      Santino Fontana Has Voiced 18 Audio Books



                                                                      * Santino Fontana plays lounge signer Tony.* He's the 2019 Best Actor Tony Award winner for Tootsie.* In 2013, he provided the voice of Prince Hans in the film "Frozen".* Fontana voiced the character of Joe Goldberg in the audio version of "You" by Caroline Kepnes.



                                                                      What Did We Rate "Just One Kiss?"



                                                                      Megan: 5 STARS



                                                                      Wendy: 4.5 STARS



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                                                                      27 min
                                                                    • Pop Culture Club March: D.V. and a Pool Full of Tea

                                                                      Megan and Wendy are back with the March Pop Culture Club episode. For Pop Culture Club March, Megan watched season 2 of the Bravo reality show “Summer House.” Wendy read “It Ends With Us” by Colleen Hoover. Listen in as they share what they thought of their assignments, plus hear what they each pick for April. Also, during each Pop Culture Club episode, you’ll hear what Megan and Wendy are currently reading, watching and listening to.

                                                                      Speaking of summer, have you started planning your summer wardrobe? Plus, talk about sandals, spring break plans, tech overload and a vitamin update. Email us at [email protected].

                                                                      Megan and Wendy report back on their March assignments which included “Summer House” and “It Ends with Us.”
                                                                      Pop Culture Club April Assignment

                                                                      Play along with Megan and Wendy. For Pop Culture Club April:

                                                                      • Megan will watch the 2008 action-crime-thriller “Taken” starring Liam Neeson.
                                                                      • Wendy will read “Five Total Strangers” by Natalie D. Richards.
                                                                      • Mentioned in this Episode
                                                                        • Influencers @Merricksart and @LoverlyGrey
                                                                        • Birkenstocks
                                                                          • Madrid Big Buckle sandal ($140)
                                                                          • Gizeh Birko-Flor Flip Flop ($99.95)
                                                                          • Olukai Honu Flip Flop ($100)
                                                                          • Havaianas Flip Flop ($26)
                                                                          • Vionic sandals
                                                                          • Linen pants
                                                                            • Old Navy High-Waisted Wide-Leg Linen-Blend Pants for Women ($27)
                                                                            • Target Women’s High-Rise Wide Leg Linen Pull-On Pants – A New Day ($25)
                                                                            • Target Women’s High-Rise Wide Leg Pants – Knox Rose ($34.99)
                                                                            • Megan’s former favorite maxi-dress from Amazon (price varies)
                                                                              • What We’re Watching
                                                                                • “WeCrashed” (Apple TV)
                                                                                • “Shark Tank” (Hulu)
                                                                                • “The Thing About Pam” (NBC, Hulu)
                                                                                • “The Girl From Plainville” (Hulu)
                                                                                • “The Dropout” (Hulu)
                                                                                • “Below Deck Australia” (Peacock)
                                                                                • “Deep Water” (Hulu)
                                                                                • “Abbott Elementary” (ABC, Hulu)
                                                                                • “Severance” (Apple TV)
                                                                                • “The Sky is Everywhere” (Apple TV)
                                                                                  • What We’re Reading
                                                                                    • “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens
                                                                                      • The history behind the novel and the controversy of its author and her husband via Slate
                                                                                      • “It Starts with Us” by Colleen Hoover (PREORDER!)
                                                                                      • “In a New York Minute” by Kate Spencer
                                                                                        • What We’re Listening To
                                                                                          • TBASH (Totally Beverages and Sometimes Hot Sauce) on Twitch
                                                                                          • Juicy Scoop Podcast with Heather McDonald
                                                                                          • Nobody’s Listening, Right? Podcast with Andy Rosen and Elizabeth Laime
                                                                                          • 90s Country Playlist
                                                                                          • Megan & Wendy Approved!
                                                                                            • Smile Happy Slippers ($16-$21)
                                                                                            • Hershey’s Easter Candy Coated Eggs ($3.33)
                                                                                            • 1 hr 14 min

                                                                                            About Long Story Short with Megan and Wendy: The Podcast

                                                                                            From the publisher's feed

                                                                                            Megan and Wendy are best friends and moms approaching midlife who are exploring the things that bring us joy! Join us every week in conversations about parenting, beauty, fashion, and pop culture.