The Peony

Ever wonder what it would be like to travel the country moving from place to place with your beloved cat in tow? Well, look no further, dear listener! On this week's episode Jule's and Lex are hanging out with Ashley and Dan of Indecisive Travels; high school sweethearts who decided to hit the road in 2020, and started documenting their journey as digital nomads. As Lex and Jules learn more about life on the road, they'll try to get Ashley and Dan to answer the ever elusive question: where does one find the best sandwiches? 

To keep tabs on Ashely, Dan, and Lily's journey, you can follow them at:

• Instagram: @indecisive_travels
• Blog: indecisive.blog

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On this week’s episode, Lex and Jules are hanging out with Yasmine Creese-Brown; the mastermind behind JUICE, a roll-and-move table top Boardgames where players attempt to takeover the lemonade-stand industry in the city. It’s designed to teach kids core math concepts with a fun twist (juice pun intended). And of course these two can never stay on topic, so be prepared through a voyage discussing everything from motherhood, hedge funds, and the Spice Girls (and of course aliens). 

You can keep up with Yasmine and her future board game endeavors at:

• www.juice.games
• Instagram: @thejuicegame
• Facebook: @thejuicegame
  
  

Jules and Lex are currently off In a field trying to get abducted, but you can leave them a message on their hotline for when they return!: 707-892-0401 

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We’ve all dreamed of having a job where we can get away with doing the bare minimum, but what if we had a job where we were actively living up to the expectations of being downright terrible? This week, Lex and Jules are joined by Tara Demers of Bad Crystal Art to discuss her whacky digital art creations. In her own words, when it comes to making art, she’s simply “trying her best to do the worst”. 

To keep up with Tara and to discover if our Shawn Mendes manifesting ever pays off, check out Bad Crystal Art at:

• Instagram: @badcrystalart
• Twiter: @badcrystalart
• Podcast: @badcrystalartclass
• Merch: @badcrystalartcollection

We don't do commission pieces (yet), but we'll always take your recos! Give us a call at 707-892-0401 and be sure to follow The Peony at:

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What started off as an intro for a new guest episode quickly spirals into an honest, open conversation between two friends. On air, Lex and Jules often gush about how obsessed they are with one another, and in this episode, they get back to their roots of being two ding-dongs who are feeling all of the things. It’s been a rough few weeks for these two, and they know it’s been rough for y’all, so they’re getting honest and vulnerable in this one. They - we - are so thankful for all of our listeners and this beautiful community that we get to be a part of. We adore you, and thank you for listening. 

Got a reco or a cure for Ford's handover? Give us a call at 707-892-0401 to let us know, and be sure to follow The Peony at:

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In today's "hustle & grind" culture, it's pretty easy to lose track of what things in life truly fill you with joy. On this week's episode, Jules and Lex are hanging out with Rocio "Luz" Cadena, the founder of Life of Leisure; a digital, global community dedicated to helping "you reclaim your time so you can lead a more holistic, intentional lifestyle and truly embody your humanity."  We're talking existential crises, toxic positivity, how to balance the demand of productivity versus the need for pleasure, and how to place your desires above society's expectations. And of course it wouldn't be The Peony if we didn't discuss alien abductions. 

You can keep up with Luz and Life of Leisure  at:

• Lifeoleisure.com
• Instagram: @lifeoleisure 
• Twitter: @leisurelylivin 

Got a reco? Got something you would vote "hard pass" on? Give us a call at 707-892-0401 to let us know, and be sure to follow The Peony at:

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When you don't fit into what society has deemed as acceptable, you're often told to make yourself smaller (sometimes both literally and figuratively) if you ever want to fit in. But what happens when you decide to do things on your terms, to make your own work, and refuse to wait for someone to see your worth? What happens when you decide to tell your own story? In this week's episode, Lex and Jules hang out with Brianna McDonnell, a plus size model, actress, entertainer, and all around badass who is challenging the narrative she's been told. We're getting deep, we're keeping it goofy, and we're bringing that drunk-girls-in-the-bathroom-at-a-bar energy that we can never seem to contain. 

You can keep up with Brianna and all of her dope projects at:

• The B Word Blog
• Instagram: @_the_b_word_
• Twitter: @_the_b_word_

Juliya is no longer taking follow up questions, but we are still taking your recos! Give us a call at 707-892-0401 and be sure to follow The Peony at:

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Hello there, weary traveler. This week, Lex and Jules are talking all things true crime and paranormal shenanigans with Monique Sanchez and Amy Traydon; the hosts of the true crime, comedy podcast, Another Fucking Horror Podcast! Amy and Monique are sharing their origin story, what the journey has been like for them so far, and their fun murder facts that they've been known to share at dinner parties. Uhmmm did we just become best friends?

Be sure to like, follow, and subscribe to Another Fucking Horror Podcast. You can keep up with them at:

• Instagram: @anotherfuckinghorrorpodcast 
• Instagram (Monique): @pinupgirlmo 
• Instagram (Amy): @lobot.amy 
• Share your true crime or paranormal story with them at [email protected] !

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What do all good English romcoms have in common? Colin Firth. Or Hugh Grant. And if you're really lucky, you get two for the price of one! This week, Jules and Lex are hanging out with their friends Sky and Ford from Booklandia; a literature based podcast that focuses on romance novels in order to answer the burning question, "Did this book make you wanna take your clothes off?" In this crossover episode, Booklandia joins forces with The Peony to discuss the film adaptation of Helen Fielding's classic "Bridget Jones's Diary". To hear us discuss our thoughts on the book, be sure to pop over to Booklandia's page and check out their July 27, 2021 episode! 

Be sure to like, follow, and subscribe to Booklandia. You can keep up with Sky and Ford at:

• Instagram: @l.skyford
• Twitter: @SkyfordL
• Linktree: @L.Skyford

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Women's stories often go untold. Fortunately, Mimosa Sisterhood is here to help bring some of those stories to light. Mimosa Sisterhood is "a women’s history and lifestyle podcast dedicated to celebrating women’s voices and stories, past and present." Lex and Jules have the honor of sitting down with Melissa, the creator and host of Mimosa Sisterhood, where they discuss all things podcast related, what inspired Melissa to start the podcast, what she's learned along the way, and how storytelling has helped her heal. 

Be sure to like, follow, and subscribe to Mimosa Sisterhood. You can keep up with Melissa at:

• mimosasisterhood.com
• Instagram: @mimosasisterhood
• Twitter: @mimosahood
• You can leave her a voicemail at: 562-270-4914

If you're interested in checking out Lex's recommendation of the week, head over to @skullduggeryprintco on Instagram!

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Happy Shark Week, kiddos! This week, Jules and Lex dive (get it?) into some very unverified shark facts, and some very bold opinions. Jules recaps her experience watching the summer blockbuster "Jaws" for the first time, and Lex faces deep fear of bathtub drains as they boldly seek to answer the question, "Do sharks have penises? Penisi? Peni? Penne?"

 "Where is the logic?" you may ask yourself. If you find it, please tell us. 

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