In this episode, Alaina and Steph share how they conjure up joy—the big, small, and sometimes ridiculous ways they pull themselves back to happy. From calm baths to the moments that make them giggle for no reason at all, it’s a reminder that joy doesn’t just show up—you make it.

Loneliness? Yeah, we’ve been there—sometimes with snacks. In this episode, Alaina and Steph talk about what those moments really feel like, how they take care of themselves when they hit, and what actually helps. It’s honest, funny, and a little tender—like a good check-in with your best friend.

In this episode of Thanks, I Needed That, best friends and co-hosts Alaina Money-Garman and Steph Wilberding dig into the self-talk that shows up around money and how we think others see us. Tune in as they catch themselves in the spiral, laugh at the messy parts, and pull out the tools that help them climb back up—together.

In the premiere episode of Thanks, I Needed That, best friends and co-hosts Alaina Money-Garman and Steph Wilberding share the story of how they met, what led them to the podcast mic, and dive into a heartfelt conversation about showing up and supporting each other through life — all in just 12 minutes, just enough time to give each other (and you) a little mood lift.