Soul and Wit

In today's episode, Courtney and Bailey talk about how to quit the chaos around the upcoming election in the United States. They offer insights on cultivating intentional news consumption and conversations, regardless of your political stance. Courtney and Bailey share suggestions that will help you stay informed at a pace that won't damage your mental health, and so much more. Tune in to learn more!

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Favorite Things Bailey:

Spring dresses

Honey Mustard Chicken Pasta Salad

Favorite Things Courtney:

House Rules by Myquillyn Smith (Mikeallen)

Bird Buddy bird feeder

Episode Notes and Resources:

Kelly Bishop

Kate Kennedy

The House that Lars

Why I only wear dresses and where I buy them

Episode 209: Mindset Shifts

Media literacy

Associated Press

BBC

AllSides

Sex and the City

theSkimm

The Daily

The Culture Study Podcast

one sec app

Substack - Becka Freeman

Be More with Less

Beautiful Detour

Cup of Jo

Fran

Amy Frank

Sarah Espeute

Tattoo artist

Victoria from the Daily Victorian

Foodie Crush

Plant You

Plant You: Scrapy Cooking

Bon Appetit

The Rules Of Tennis: A Love Story, read by John McEnroe

Upgraded

Wordle

Connections

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Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com

Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com

In today's episode, Courtney and Bailey talk about long-distance friendships. They discuss fulfilling friendships, how to make friendships fun, navigating expectations in relationships, communication with friends, the friendship fizzle, and other topics. Listen and learn more about friendships!

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Favorite Things Bailey:

New Hozier Music

12 hour chocolate chip cookie recipe

Favorite Things Courtney:

Ellevest

Reading familiar things

Episode Notes and Resources:

The Idea of You

Lauren Graham

Have I Told You This Already?

The Ellevest App

The Blue Bistro

Ann Napolitano

Within Arms Reach

The Age of Magical Overthinking

Chelsea Fagan

Instagram baby links

A Thing or Two with Claire and Erica

Big Friendship

The Other Significant Others

Love is Blind

The Gottman Institute

Share notes and collaborate on iPhone

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Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com

Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com

In this episode, Courtney and Bailey talk about mindset shifts. After polling their Instagram followers about their Q & A episode and exploring what topics people want to learn more about, mindset shifts were at the top of the list. Today, they discuss specific mindset shifts and examples like making tiny decisions over and over again, not taking things personally, changing your mind, and so much more. Tune in to learn more!

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Favorite Things Bailey:

Splitwise app

The Ministry of Time

Favorite Things Courtney:

Courtney and Bailey's dinner together

Arthur the King

Episode Notes and Resources:

No More Dead Dogs

Kate Eckman

Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals

Episode 164: Simple Pleasures: (mostly inexpensive things you can do that make you smile)

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Today's episode is going to be fun! Courtney and Bailey share a taste of what you will get by joining their Patreon community. Each month, they talk about 3 things that are happening in their lives, and today's episode mirrors that monthly Patreon conversation. Today, you will learn about 10 interesting things that are happening in Courtney and Bailey's lives. Tune in to learn more!

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Favorite Things Bailey:

Pavlova Recipe

Audio Book Listen for the Lie

Favorite Things Courtney:

Easter Bread Recipe

Sister inspired cleaning schedule and calendar reminders

Episode Notes and Resources:

Episode 207: Spring Bucket List 2024

Girl Scout Cookies (Lemonades and Toast-yay! are Bailey's new favs)

Girl Scouts

Troop 6000 and the amazing work they are doing

The Everygirl®

Nancy Meyers character quiz

Brooklyn Bamboo

Washcloth Brands

Cozy Earth $36

Hazel and Grey $38

Jumpy Moos $9.85

Jeff Sun $13

Hip Hop Panda $9 (tried)

Apples Never Fall

Big Little Lies

Strawberry Lemonade by Poppi

Ginger beer

Perrier

Episode 88: So, You Want To Write a Book (Interview with Literary Agent, Wendy Sherman)

Courtney's book proposal coach

Olive and June - press on nails

Lauren Graham & Dax Shepard

Notes app

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Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com

In this episode, Courtney and Bailey talk about all things spring. They share spring favorites and activities they are looking forward to like gardening, growing herbs & tomato plants, making Grossy Pelosi's Marinara Sauce, being outdoors on cute patios, long walks while listening to audiobooks, and so much more! If you are daydreaming about spring, this episode will inspire you to plan fun activities.

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Favorite Things Bailey:

Music bingo

40 minute skin care routine

Favorite Things Courtney:

AE Wellness

Episode Notes and Resources:

Grossy's Marinara

Bye Baby

The Heiress

Before We Were Innocent

The King's English Bookshop

King's English Bookshop Storytime

Golden Braid Books

Ramp Fritters

Herby Salmon and Potato Salad

Soft scrambled eggs (IG Reel)

Wishbone Kitchen

Asparagus

• Asparagus Tart
• White Asparagus w sherry vinaigrette and shallots

Ice molds

Rothy's Shoes

Kizik Shoes

Quince Demi Jacket

Hill House Nap Dress

Project 333

Swiffer Dusting

More Spring Episodes

Episode 155: Spring Cleaning 2023

Episode 109: Spring Is Coming!

Episode 67: Spring Cleaning: Making Space For A New Season

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Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com

It's time for a new Favorites Conversation! In today's episode, Courtney and Bailey chat with New York Times best selling author Dan Pelosi. The amazing Dan Pelosi "is the Italian meatball-making-meatballs behind GrossyPelosi, the popular Instagram favorite for all things comfort and food." Tune into the interview to learn about Dan, his new cookbook Let's Eat, favorite meals, boundaries, and so much more!

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Favorite Things Bailey:

Air mattress movie night

Good Girl Snacks: Honey Harissa Pickles & Original Dill Pickles

Favorite Things Courtney:

The Other Mothers by Katherine Faulkner

Popovers

Episode Notes and Resources:

Sushi in Portsmouth, NH

Beacon Hill Bookstore & Cafe

Herding Ball

Bailey's Bookshop

Irish Wish

Let's Eat: 101 Recipes to Fill Your Heart and Home by Dan Pelosi

Browse Dan's recipes

Marcella Hazan's Tomato Butter Sauce

Grossy's Guide to Being a Vacation House Mom

Mom's Carrot Cake

What Is White Asparagus and How Do You Cook It?

River Cafe

The River Cafe Cook Book

Follow Dan on Instagram

Explore Dan's website

Buy Dan's book – Let's Eat: 101 Recipes to Fill Your Heart and Home

Check out Grossy Merch

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In today's episode, Courtney and Bailey talk about working from home. They share insights into their average work day, discussing tips and lessons learned along the way. Tips covered include not sitting for long periods of time, having a clean & clear space to work, knowing your tolerance for distraction, structuring your work day, boundaries, and so much more. If you're looking for helpful and inspiring work tips, this episode is for you!

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Favorite Things Bailey:

Poketo Mugs

PR Package from Olive and June

Favorite Things Courtney:

Dr. Dana Nail Renewal Kit

Stanley's loyalty to the dumplings

Episode Notes and Resources:

4 Ways To Schedule Slack Messages Like A Boss

Cal Newport — How to Embrace Slow Productivity, Build a Deep Life, Achieve Mastery, and Defend Your Time

Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman

Resources

• Google Calendar
• Golden Coil
• Whereby
• Airpods/noise canceling headphones
• Laptop riser
• Keyboard and mouse
• Walking Pad
• Standing Desk
• Appointed Notebooks

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In today's episode, Courtney and Bailey talk about life hacks. This is their fourth life hack episode, and it's fun! They explore various life hacks, such as sharing notes on the Notes app, setting a bedtime, creating a getting ready routine, wrapping iceberg lettuce in foil, hiding stuff, and so much more. If you've experimented with any of these life hacks, we'd love to hear from you!

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Favorite Things Bailey:

The Berry Pickers

Homemade salad dressing

• 3TBSP olive oil, balsamic, and kewpie mayo
• 2 TBSP water
• 1 tsp dijon and brown sugar
• 2-3 cloves of garlic

Favorite Things Courtney:

Watching movies in the theater

Essential Photo Supply

Episode Notes and Resources:

Past Soul & Wit Episodes about life hacks

Episode 65: Little Life Hacks to Make Your Life Simpler, Easier, Better (and more fun)

Episode 110: Little Life Hacks (Part 2)

Episode 157: Life Hacks: Season 3

Episode 155: Spring Cleaning 2023

Episode 163: Favorite Things with Carley Fortune

Shared notes w/ friends (TikTok video)

Wrapping a sandwich

Turn a pint into fudgesicles

Share notes and collaborate on iPhone

Body Electric podcast

Libby

hoopla

Bookshop.org

Libro.fm

Pangobooks

Bailey's Bookshop

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In today's conversation, Courtney and Bailey delve into Project 333 – a minimalist fashion challenge that Courtney started in 2010. In this episode, Courtney and Bailey explore various approaches to Project 333. Also, a new season of Project 333 starts on April 1st. If you're interested in downsizing your wardrobe, this episode is a great starting point!

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Favorite Things Bailey:

Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals

Magnolia Parks

Favorite Things Courtney:

Hand strap for Kindle

First Pilates class with Bailey

Episode Notes and Resources:

Pilates

Project 333 challenge, course and book

Project 333 Challenge: 3 Methods To Help You Get Started

Project 333: A Little Guide To Help You Get Started

Courtney's blog archive

Soul & Wit episodes about Project 333:

Episode 14: Project 333

Episode 53: Helping You Create Your Project 333 Capsule Wardrobe (step-by-step)

Episode 158: Simplify Your Wardrobe

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In this episode, Courtney and Bailey host their first Q & A of 2024. They answered questions about decluttering, mindset shifts, minimalism & kids, Courtney's new book Gentle, work routines, creative anxiety, Project 333, favorite books and more. If you're in the mood for a lighthearted conversation, this episode is perfect for you!

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Favorite Things Bailey:

Central 9th Market Super Bowl wings and sandwich platter

More is More by Molly Baz

Favorite Things Courtney:

New pilates socks that are covered in hearts

Green juice & making juice

Episode Notes and Resources:

Episode 136: Q & A: How To Slow Down, Find a Book Club and Breaking The Tie Between Worth and Work

Béis Carry-On Roller

Samsonite Carry-On Luggage

Quince Carry-On Luggage

Clean Skin Club Towels

Briogeo Hair Care

Courtney's favorite book of the year: A Little Life

Bailey's favorite books of the year: One in a Millenial and Shark Heart: A Love Story

PATREON:

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Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com