Sister Sharpens Sister

Sister Sharpens Sister

By Karen Vaughn, Dalena Smith and Shelon MilliganSociety & Culture
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Sister Sharpens Sister episodes

  • Cleaning Win, Magic Hack!

    Tired of staring at those stubborn brown stains on your Dutch oven? Check this out!

    While the denture cleaner soak is a viral favorite, it didn't quite have the muscle for the deep-set grime. The real winner? The Magic Eraser. It acted like a magnet for stains, bringing back that original glow in seconds.

    • Skip the metal scrubbers to avoid scratches.

    • Use a damp Magic Eraser for localized dark spots.

    • Wash and rinse thoroughly with afterward.

    Thanks for watching!


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    7 min
  • 9 (or more) Ways to Boost Your Memory

    Memory is essential in how we learn and think, but many people worry about losing it as they age. In this episode, we take a brief look at the parts of the brain involved in memory before focusing on practical ways to keep your mind sharp over time.

    From video and board games, card games, and puzzles to lifestyle habits like diet, exercise, journaling, creative writing, drawing, and dancing, we discuss activities that help stimulate the brain and support long-term cognitive health.

    If you're interested in strengthening your memory and building habits that protect brain function as you age, this episode offers simple ideas you can start using right away.

    • Mind and Mood Tips
    • Memory and Healthy Aging
    • Benefits of Journaling
    • 7 Tips to Improve Memory
    • 8 Working Memory Boosters

    Be sure to follow us on YT! Sister Sharpens Sister

    Until next week, stay sharp!

    57 min
  • First One Thing: Breakthroughs & Blowups

    In this episode, we cover breakthroughs in diabetes research, including promising studies showing the potential to reverse the disease in mice. We also explore advanced wound care strategies that may help prevent amputations, especially for patients with diabetes and vascular complications. Plus, we share the #1 sleep tip from Dr. Michael Breus, The Sleep Doctor, and unpack the debate over New York’s rejected “PB4WEGO” license plate.

    Grab a coffee and settle in for the chaotic ramblings of Sister Sharpens Sister. We're glad you're here!


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    37 min
  • Pinworthy Potatoes: Fries Done Right

    Dalena is in the kitchen teaching us how she makes her homemade French fries—crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside. She breaks down her simple process and the small details that make a big difference.

    She also shares some personal tips for recording social media content.

    Real food and real talk—what more can you ask for?


    Thanks for watching, see ya next week!




    30 min
  • How to Stop Doomscrolling: Practical Tips and Tricks

    You don't have to carry the entire internet in your brain. If you’ve ever closed an app feeling drained or tense, this episode gives you concrete tools to stop the spiral and take back control of your time and focus.

    We offer some practical strategies you can start using immediately:

    • Turning your phone to grayscale (grey-mode)

    • Adding friction to your scrolling habits

    • Using the “one positive for every negative” rule

    • Time-boxing news consumption

    • Replacing scroll time with structured challenges like the 75 Booked Reading Challenge

    If you want to stay informed without sacrificing your attention span, we offer a framework to do just that.


    Good Sites for Good Feels

    From Dalena: (on Facebook)

    • Second Shot Adoption Photos
    • Nardi Linguistics Shorts
    • That Good News Girl

    From Shelon: (on TikTok)

    • The Kaiser Boys - Games
    • officialdrewcooks
    • katievanslyke

    From Karen: (on Instagram)

    • Build Alpha
    • Hazel the mini wiener
    • andrea.nelson.art


    See ya next week!


    1 hr 6 min
  • Let's Talk About: Love

    Today, we're exploring the history and modern meaning of Valentine’s Day — from the mystery of the man and the first recorded Valentine to the rise of commercialization and the holiday's evolution.

    We also discuss what Valentine’s Day could truly represent beyond gifts and expectations, focusing on authentic connection and the deeper purpose behind the celebration.


    • Who was Saint Valentine?
    • Saints and Angels: Catholic
    • Modern History of Valentine's Day
    • The Parliament of the Fowl: Middle English
    • The Parliament of the Fowl: Modern
    • The Oldest Known Valentine

    See ya next week!


    59 min
  • All the Things & Then Some

    Join us (three sisters with too many thoughts and not enough self-control) as we bounce from a wild story about a woman in Thailand waking up in a coffin, to a possible breakthrough for pancreatic cancer, random “on this day in history” facts, memory-boosting tips we may or may not remember to use, the books we're currently reading, and about a hundred other unexpected detours.

    Basically, if you like real conversations and laughing while learning something new, this episode is for you. Grab a snack and come hang out — because we’re talking about all the things… and then some.

    • Woman wakes in a coffin
    • Library book returned over 40 years late
    • The First Mooning in Recorded History
    • Did someone say "bunghole?"
    • Pancreatic cancer cured in mice

    See ya next time!

    49 min
  • From Saved to Made—Pinning Our Pins! (1)

    This week, we have a short one for you, but people keep telling me that size doesn't matter!

    Shelon goes through a couple of things she likes to do that have made life a little easier for her. From water-bottle management to a daily dose of vitamins.

    Plus, we discuss the laying life of hens and the tragedy of Karen's favorite t-shirt.

    • Reid Homestead
    • Seven Weeks Coffee
    • Coffee Creamer Recall 2025

    See ya next week!

    20 min
  • 22 Tips to $ave in the Kitchen

    Groceries feel more expensive than ever, and that's why we made this episode!

    We'rsharinge share 22 practical tips and tricks to save money in the kitchen; all focused on reducing food waste, using what you already have, and making leftovers and meal prep actually work in real life.

    If you want to stretch your grocery budget and waste less food, this episode is packed with ideas you can start using immediately.

    • Paprika
    • Mealime
    • Recipe One
    • Passionate Penny Pincher
    54 min
  • Everything, Everywhere!

    Buckle up, because we’re all over the map this week. We’re starting with the ultimate prison break! The "Houdini Hound of Huntington" is a dog with a genius-level talent for escaping high-security shelters.

    From there, it only gets weirder.

    • A German supermarket had a "ewe-nique" experience involving a BUNCH of sheep
    • The strange history of a nuclear explosion in the middle of Iowa
    • A grave in the U.S. that’s considered so dangerous it’s locked under FEET of concrete and steel.

    We’re also wrapping up the year with a quick rundown of what you actually need to be streaming right now. It’s a lot, it’s everywhere, and it’s all in this episode!

    #NewEpisode #dogstories #Houdinihound #StrangeButTrue #WeirdNews #MostDangerousGrave #MustWatchStreaming

    40 min

About Sister Sharpens Sister

From the publisher's feed

Our podcast is inspired by Proverbs 27:17, which states, 'As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.' We hold the belief that when we come together and discuss our goals, we have the power to sharpen each other's abilities to help us become the women we aspire to be.