Join Wendi and Norma as we sit down with our friend, Rajul Lakhotia, dialing in from across the globe in Dubai. We crossed paths with Rajul at a beautiful Summer camp for women in the Southwest of France (see TL♡ Episode 8, Season 1) and became fast friends, an inspiring woman we wanted on the pod for another #RetailTherapy convo.

Indian by roots, strategist by mind, artist by heart, Rajul is a lover of chai, travel, yoga, choices and soulful conversations. We delve into exploring oneself through presence, self-reflection, cooking, travel and yoga. Rajul reminds us that our purchase decisions are more than just transactions—they're opportunities to express who we are and support brands with intention to reflect our values - a way to create the world we want for generations to come.

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♡ Follow Rajul's lens on life and beautiful travel inspiration on Instagram: @rajul_hobbes

♡ Follow Camp Château on Instagram: @camp.chateau

♡ Love Click to Buy | Book Summer or Fall Camp: https://www.campchateau.com/booking-info

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"We believe in supporting and working with Mother Nature; we take old and abandoned materials and upcycle them into stunning works-of-art." | Think Outside, Founded by Aaron Jackson

In this special episode, Wendi and Norma welcome Aaron Jackson dialing in from across the Pacific, where he is based in Sydney, Australia. Aaron Jackson is the award-winning designer and creator behind Think Outside. A multi-talented and passionate businessman, Aaron’s journey and experiences have shaped his life and inspired the creation of unique and remarkable hand-crafted products for people to enjoy in their homes and gardens. An artisan from a very young age, Aaron has always loved to be hands-on; constructing and creating something new from the old with attention to the finer details, this passion led him into the world of fine jewellery design.

Starting his profession in Sydney, Australia, Aaron completed a four year apprenticeship in jewellery design at a boutique store. Learning this traditional craft he began to master his skills in sculpting, drawing and painting while finding a desire for restoration and custom design. Aaron went on to win an Apprenticeship Design Award at the Australian Jewellers Design Awards and holds a Diploma in Gemmology. Thank you for being with us and listening in.

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♡ Follow and engage with Think Outside :

Think Outside Website + Instagram: @think.outside + Facebook

♡ Love-click-to-buy the Flying Butterfly Stallion (in conversation):

https://store.thinkoutside.biz/products/flying-butterfly-stallion?_pos=1&_sid=8367164fb&_ss=r

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Welcome back, Lovers! Wendi and Norma Unbox the book, "The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership" By John C. Maxwell, which explores the "laws" of effective leadership as the greatest determinant of success. Maxwell shares practical insights and compelling stories through shared qualities of historical leaders and the pivotal role they play in inspiring others to follow their vision. We are so happy you're here, thank you for listening in with us!

Join us over on Patreon at the link below to listen into member-only episodes and TL♡ Community content: Circle, Besties and Co-creators.

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♡ #Transactwithlove and support local bookstores at @bookshop_org | #transactwithlove here: "The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership" By John C. Maxwell

*TL♡ Patreon Teaser* | Full episode at the link below.

Welcome back to Transactional Love: Season 3! This is a very fun episode teaser for our incredible TL♡ Patreon family, our Transactional Lovers. We are talking all things wine blind tastings, a sneak peek of what's ahead for our TL♡ Merch line drop, and a giggly Galentine's rapid-fire of Vogue bestie questions to dig in deeper to your TL♡ Hosts.

How do two best friends get to know each other even better? Last month, we celebrated National Drink Wine Day with Vogue’s questions to ask your best friend:

What’s your least favorite holiday? What the most embarrassing thing that’s happened to you that you've never told anyone? If you could shoot anything out of canon what it would it be? If you were a ghost, how would you haunt someone? And so much more... Get the tea, only as a TL♡ Patreon Member. Sign up below. Sending our love!

With all our love,

~Wendi & Norma

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♡ #TransactWithLove and engage with all the brands shouted-out in the full episode below:

• LOLA Wine: https://spanishwinesonline.uk/product/lolasemidulce/
• The Spanish Table: https://spanishtable.com/
• Singer Wine: https://singer.wine/
• Alban Vineyards: https://www.albanvineyards.com
• Jean-Louis Chave: https://www.instagram.com/jeanlouischave/
• Villa Sanmi Puerto Vallarta: https://www.instagram.com/villasanmi/
• Shangri-La Paris: https://www.shangri-la.com/en/paris/shangrila/

Join Wendi and Norma as we sit down with our dear friend, Crystal, for a fun wine-weekend Retail Therapy episode. We dive deep into the transformative power of inclusivity and self-expression. From exploring the fluidity of fashion to the positive impact of thoughtful brand choices, Crystal reminds us that our shopping decisions are more than just transactions—they're opportunities to express who we are and support brands that reflect our values. Discover how gender-neutral fashion is making waves and why representation matters in every aspect of our lives—from the clothes we wear to the authenticity we show on social media. Join us for an inspiring conversation that celebrates embracing your true self and choosing brands that do good in the world. #RetailTherapy #TransactionalLovePodcast (*Stat/Data sources referenced in episode: Statista Reports - December 2024)

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♡ Wine by: #WindVane @thegardensomm @sipsca | Scents by @dedcool

♡ #Transactwithlove and follow all the incredible brands shouted-out in our episode on Instagram below:

@art.with.elders

@mealsonwheelsamerica

@mowsf

@thebarbshop

@brilliantearth

@warbyparker

@wearewildfang

@peaudeloup

@rebelnell

@dapperboi

@bombas

@rothys

@androgynousfox

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Welcome back, Lovers! Wendi and Norma Unbox the book, "The Molecule of More," by Dan Lieberman, MD & Michael Long, which explores the role of dopamine, a neurotransmitter often associated with pleasure and reward. Dopamine drives our desires and behaviors, particularly our tendency to constantly seek "more" in various aspects of life. It delves deep into different facets of dopamine's function, from its basic mechanisms to its influence on decision-making, addiction, and social interactions. Dopamine is brain chemical which essentially acts as a desire molecule that motivates us to seek more, whether it be love, success, or even risky pursuits, such as entrepreneurial businesses, and is deeply rooted in our neurochemistry. We're so happy you're here, thank you for listening in with us!

Join us over on Patreon at the link below to listen into member-only episodes and TL♡ Community content: Circle, Besties and Co-creators.

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♡ The Molecule of More: https://moleculeofmore.com/

Cordelia Coffee Flower Shop, Paris France | Welcome to Season 3 and our 1 year 11.11 anniversary to our TL♡ Lover family! In this special episode, Wendi and Norma take you to Paris to welcome Michelle Schmill of Cordelia Coffee Flower Shop which is nestled in the Rue du Bac in the heart of Paris's left bank. Cordelia Coffee Flower Shop is conceived, designed and curated by Cordelia De Castellane, creative director of Dior Maison and Baby Dior as well as the designer of many of Paris's finest hospitality spaces. The joyful boutique is a subtle blend of Parisian elegance, French history, fresh flowers. sweet delicacies, coffee beans, literature, and a nod to the beauty of the countryside, which makes the boutique feel like a loved one's home. We were fortunate to record onsite, so you'll hear a bit of that background noise throughout the conversation. This is a very visual and beautiful space, so you can find photography on Instagram at the links below. We're so happy to bring this conversation to you. Thank you for being with us and listening in!

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@cordeliacoffeeflowershop + @cordeliadecastellane

♡ Love-click-to-buy Cordelia De Castellane's book:

Life in a French Countryhouse: Entertaining for All Seasons

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Hello to our avid Lover fam! That's a wrap on Season 2! Today we unpack what we learned this whole season, what our takeaways are, what our experiences abroad and at home have been, and share a sneak peek of what is ahead. We've had so many magical moments, insights, aha-moments, inspiration, a whole lot of laughs, and whole lot of wine :) Join us for Season 3 capsule launch on November 11. We are so grateful you're here with us!

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♡ Learn more about Transactional Love Podcast by Wendi & Norma: https://transactionallove.org/

Welcome back to Transactional Love♡. Wendi and Norma bring you a special two-part episode, stories that are near and dear to both of our hearts. Focused on our town, Benicia, California, we have a behind-the-scenes look into Porchfest Benicia 2024, presented by Benicia Magazine.

If you haven't been to a Porchfest, this special event is a local, grassroots live music festival that takes place on home porches, local businesses, and venues throughout the US. Porchfest Benicia, on September 21st, 2024, is a celebration of community and a testament to the power of music to bring us together. This music festival is unlike any other taking place on the porches of Benicia historic vintage homes. The curated live music also spills into our local businesses, driveways, parking lots, and the charming restaurants that line historic First Street, the heart of our community. This is a FREE event for all and VIP tickets are also available for an elevated culinary and wine + beer experience, as well as access to exclusive VIP lounges (see links below).

For this this Part 2 episode, we're taking the podcast on the road, sitting down with the The Ex Capitals Band, in their recording garage. On September 21st, they will be playing on the Mary Farmer School of Rock Stage. Head over to porchfest-benicia.com to see where that will be in addition to other incredible themed stages and musical artists.

We're so excited to bring this original music and story to you. Thank you to our community sponsors who make this incredible event possible. To become a sponsor for 2024 and beyond, visit the Porchfest Benicia website below.

#Transactwithlove at the links below:

♡ Follow, engage and love-click-to-buy with Benicia Magazine + Porchfest Benicia:

@porchfest_benicia + @beniciamagazine + Porchfest Sponsorship and VIP Tickets

♡ Follow, engage: The Ex Capitals + @ex_capitals

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Welcome back to Transactional Love♡. Wendi and Norma bring you this very special two-part series episode, a story that is near and dear to both of our hearts. Focused on our town, Benicia, California, we have a behind-the-scenes look into Porchfest Benicia 2024, presented by Benicia Magazine.

If you haven't been to a Porchfest, this special event is a local, grassroots live music festival that takes place on home porches, local businesses, and venues throughout the US. Porchfest Benicia, on September 21st, 2024, is a celebration of community and a testament to the power of music to bring our us together. This music festival is unlike any other taking place on the porches of Benicia historic vintage homes. The curated live music also spills into our local businesses, driveways, parking lots, and the charming restaurants that line historic First Street, the heart of our community. This is a free event for all and VIP tickets are also available for an elevated culinary and wine + beer experience (see links below).

For this this first part of the two-episode series, we're sitting down with Jerry and Mary Ellen Hayes who are two stewards of Benicia history and have been dedicated to serving our community alongside their families for six generations and counting. Their charming porch will be one of the stages where we will be able to experience live music. As our former Mayor, Jerry Hayes has also served our town on the Benicia Planning Commission, Benicia City Council and the Benicia Historical Society.

Following this episode, we'll sit down with the Benicia band, The Ex Capitals, who will be gracing this porch with amazing live music as the Mary Farmer School of Rock Stage. We will learn more about their connection to Benicia and a bit of what we can expect to see on September 21st. We're so excited to bring this rich history and story to you. Thank you to our community sponsors who make this incredible event possible. To become a sponsor for 2024 and beyond, visit the Porchfest Benicia website below.

#Transactwithlove at the links below:

♡ Follow, engage and love-click-to-buy with Benicia Magazine + Porchfest Benicia:

@porchfest_benicia + @beniciamagazine + Porchfest Sponsorship and VIP Tickets

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♡ Join our Community on IG: @transactionallove

♡ Say hello to Wendi & Norma: [email protected]

♡ Learn more about Transactional Love Podcast by Wendi & Norma: https://transactionallove.org/