We kick off Spooktober with our sister Jenny—actor, playwright, musician, and newly appointed arts & culture correspondent—for a very witchy episode! Jenny gives us seasonal “witch card” readings while we chat about modern witchcraft, tarot, manifestation, the Wheel of the Year, and why it’s not all about “devilry.” We compare our readings, talk about what resonated (and what maybe hit a little too close to home), and then wrap up with our beautiful things: Hobonichi planners and the perfect fall read, Cackle by Rachel Harrison.

References from our episode:

• Lorraine Anderson Seasons of the Witch: https://www.rockpoolpublishing.com/en-us/pages/author/lorriane-anderson?srsltid=AU7gw4W6L_lU6TrTJVlB3SYhXTmIg49d-2HgTcMEr0LvLfSiebiFQMXq
• Florence and the Machine, Everybody Scream: https://florenceandthemachine.net/everybody-scream/
• Hobonichi 2027: https://www.1101.com/store/techo/en/?srsltid=AU7gw4UwxyUKjqHZ86HwOilJiOSpn_RC1BlT3Aoywi6xrjoy-Ym5TqkL

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Time Stamps:

00:00 Sarah Is A Marshmallow

01:30 Show Intro

03:29 Witch Cards Basics

14:05 Sarah Reading Setup

16:47 Sarah Past Present Future

24:59 Nancy Reading Begins

44:04 Beautiful Things - Hobonichi Haul

49:01 Books and Closing

In this episode of What Do You Wanna Talk About? we welcome our first-ever guest, Ernest (our Science and Technology Correspondent!), for a conversation about technology that seems to be changing everything: AI. We talk about what AI means for our jobs, the economy, healthcare, and education—and, naturally, spiral into some bigger questions: Can we actually control these systems? What happens when they get really good at breaking the rules? Are we anywhere close to AGI?

We also get into the less sci-fi side of AI: data centers, privacy, and the uncomfortable reality that our data is part of the product. And we talk about what worries us most about the workforce—especially the possibility of eliminating entry-level jobs and, in the process, eliminating the very training ground people need to become experts.

Finally, we wonder whether the AI revolution might eventually send us all running in the opposite direction, toward more analog schools, handwritten notes, and decidedly human ways of learning.

References from our episode:

• Dead Reckoning Stunt (Behind the Scenes): https://youtu.be/-lsFs2615gw?si=424xNI14Qfjmtvzl
• Google Buys Spirit Airlines Chats: https://www.cnn.com/2026/08/18/business/google-spirit-airlines-data

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Time Stamps:

00:00 Titanic AI Cold Open

01:46 Meet Our Science and Technology Correspondent!

06:07 AI Vocabulary Explained

13:26 Alignment And Guardrails

16:15 AGI Timelines Hype

19:40 AI Bubble And Economy

23:02 Privacy Data Scraping

26:06 Data Is The Product

28:29 Workplace AI Reality

32:31 Distrust and Hallucinations

34:24 Backlash in Education

39:13 Two Futures for AI

41:08 Healthcare and Privacy Fears

42:55 On Device AI Privacy

51:41 Beautiful Things

We’re back from summer break! In the Season Two premiere of “What Do You Wanna Talk About?”, we catch up on our summer adventures and dive into our latest millennial obsessions.. Why are we suddenly all playing mahjong, gardening, painting, journaling, making sourdough, drinking mocktails, lifting weights, and obsessing over protein?

We share our own hobby rabbit holes, from face painting and rainbow cakes to the joys and frustrations of learning to oil paint. Along the way, we explore how perfectionism, social-media comparison, and the pressure to monetize every hobby are the ultimate joy-killers, and why being “meh” at everything might actually mean we’re well-rounded. We wrap up with our beautiful-things picks and a quick preview of our fall Spooktober plans. We are so excited to be back!

References from our episode:

• Ira Glass on The Creative Process: https://youtu.be/GHrmKL2XKcE
• Big Dumb Cups SNL Skit: https://youtu.be/L2tUO2mp99Q?si=knxHkjat5Ln9K6cj
• New Mexico/Meta Lawsuit article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd7lz3wr2rlo
• Mike’s Weather Page: https://spaghettimodels.com/
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikes_weather_page/
• We Burned So Bright by T.J. Klune: https://www.tjklunebooks.com/we-burned-so-bright

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Timestamps:

00:00 Backyard Herb Garden

02:04 Summer Catch Up

10:17 What do you wanna talk about? Main Discussion

52:16 Beautiful Things

55:24 Spooktober Preview & Closing

For our Season 1 Finale, we're doing a mid-year check-in and settling fully into summer mode. We revisit the intentions we set at the beginning of 2026 and talk honestly about how things are actually going - from staying consistent with the gym to mental health progress.

We also take a nostalgic trip back to the summers we grew up with: daytime talk shows, sleeping till noon, hanging out with our siblings, and the special kind of magic summer used to hold as kids. Plus, we share what we're most excited for (and dreading) this summer - from swimming season and summer reading to cozy routines, thunderstorms, and a little hurricane season anxiety.

We hope you enjoyed Season 1 and we look forward to creating Season 2 together this fall!

Episode 7: The Women We’re Becoming (Mother’s Day Reflections)

This week, we’re getting nostalgic and reflecting on the women who shaped us — especially Mom, with her fancy nightgowns, always-put-together look, and the little sayings and habits that still stick with us. We talk about the versions of womanhood we admired growing up, from Barbie and Britney Spears to Oprah, the Spice Girls, and our very mature older siblings who served as our template for how to become an adult.

We also share how becoming mothers ourselves has changed us in unexpected and beautiful ways, from rethinking perfectionism to realizing what we truly hope our kids carry with them: kindness, confidence, resilience, and the feeling of being deeply loved.

Plus: American Girl doll debates, muumuu urges, cracking knees, and the usual chaotic debauchery that ensues when we hit record.

Recommendations from the show:

• Apple Instructions:
  • If you’re scared to tell me something, just bring me this apple as a reminder that I’m here to help and support you. I won’t get mad. I love you.
  • IG Post - https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXt_gsFDmKm/?igsh=OXVuMmVqaGY0amlr
• Nathaniel’s Hope: https://nathanielshope.org

Timestamps:

00:00 The allure of the Muumuu

01:00 Podcast Intro

01:42 Catch-Up Chat

06:30 What Do You Wanna Talk About? Main Discussion

50:08 Beautiful Things - Support Apple & Nathaniel’s Hope Charity

53:55 Closing And Wrap Up

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Episode 6: Our Unhinged Fears & Superstitions

In this episode of What do you wanna talk about? we’re exposing the most unhinged corners of our brains—irrational fears, weird little rituals, and the superstitions we know make no sense… but still refuse to test. We trace it all the way back to childhood (shoutout to Mom for casually letting us watch 60 Minutes segments on flesh-eating bacteria and The Exorcist way too young), and unpack how that somehow turned into adult fears of dark corners, sleeping with a leg on top of the blanket, and… basically everything at night.

We laugh at our social anxieties, discuss intuition vs. delusion, and talk through the tiny “just in case” behaviors we can’t bring ourselves to quit. Plus: our spouses’ quirks, a rapid-fire superstition round, and our “beautiful things” of the week—featuring a Noah Kahan song and a genuinely hopeful update from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center on an mRNA pancreatic cancer vaccine.

Buckle up listeners. This one’s a little weird.

Recommendations from the show:

• Noah Kahan, The Great Divide - https://noahkahan.com/
• The Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton - https://www.lilybrooksdalton.com/the-light-pirate.html
• Ruins by Lily Brooks-Dalton - https://www.lilybrooksdalton.com/ruins.html
• Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy - https://www.charlottemcconaghy.com/books
• Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke - https://www.caroclaireburke.com/book-info
• Hillary Duff, Luck or Something - https://shop.hilaryduff.com/collections/music
• Pancreatic cancer mRNA vaccine shows lasting results in an early trial - published April 18, 2026 on NBC News https://www.nbcnews.com/health/cancer/pancreatic-cancer-mrna-vaccine-shows-lasting-results-early-trial-rcna331969

Timestamps:

00:00 Ghost Door Debate

00:59 Podcast Intro

01:40 Catch-Up Chat

05:30 What Do You Wanna Talk About? Main Discussion

45:57 Rapid Fire Segment

52:55 Beautiful Things - “Dan” by Noah Kahan; NBC News Article on Promising Cancer Trial

57:24 Closing And Wrap Up

Life is short. Get the treat.

In this episode, we’re talking all things “treat yourself” — the little luxuries, upgrades, and splurges we think are actually worth it (and which ones definitely aren’t). We dive into our personal definitions of a “treat,” from confidence boosters to carving out alone time, and compare stories about our most memorable treat yourself experiences. We explore all sorts of splurges, big and small, from good coffees to concert tickets, and we even dig into laser hair removal and daydream about what types of plastic surgery “tune ups” we feel would be worth it. We wrap it all up with a fun rapid-fire “worth it or not” game, where we each take turns naming luxuries and upgrades and get each other’s knee-jerk reactions to whether it’s worth the money. If you’re looking for permission to hire some cleaning help or get yourself an air fryer, you’ve come to the right place.

Recommendations from the show:

• Parks and Recreation “Treat Yo Self” episode - Season 4, Episode 4, “Pawnee Rangers” (available for streaming on Peacock)
• Music by Raye
  • https://rayeofficial.com/
• Instagram follow recommendation for awesome laughs - Lyndsey Wright @lyndseydotw
  • https://www.instagram.com/lyndseydotw/?hl=en
• Air Fryer Recommendation: Ninja Air Fryer Pro 4-in-1 5 Quart
  • https://www.amazon.com/Ninja-Capacity-Dehydrate-Technology-AF141/dp/B0CSZ7WBYW?th=1
• Lovesac Couch: https://www.lovesac.com/snugg?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22795505895&gbraid=0AAAAAD9Mkkbhrkyt8KmgJKdQlzxWHYjUJ&gclid=CjwKCAjwhe3OBhABEiwA6392zLfhdSlzwoEb661wX_5GbM4CTPNPSbr0zvbF57mDtMsppnvYr3C68xoCy7UQAvD_BwE
• YSL Libre Intense Perfume - https://www.ulta.com/p/libre-eau-de-parfum-intense-pimprod2018118?sku=2569352

Timestamps:

00:00 What is a treat?

01:08 Podcast Intro

01:57 Catch-Up Chat

05:45 So What Do You Wanna Talk About? Main Discussion

49:43 Rapid Fire Segment

55:05 Beautiful Things - Bridgerton Tree Bloom; Instagram Follow Suggestion

57:41 Closing And Wrap Up

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Adulthood isn’t supposed to feel this exhausting, right? In this episode, we unpack why even the simplest tasks can feel overwhelming and explore the underlying contributors to that problem—from burnout and excess mental load to parenting stress, career pressure, and the constant feeling of “too much.” We vent about the little things (hello, grocery bills and endless laundry) and the bigger ones, like grief, comparison spirals, and emotional overload. Then we shift gears into what’s actually helping us cope: getting outside, setting boundaries, lowering the bar, and letting go of perfectionism. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin lately, this one’s for you.

• Hello Someday Podcast by Casey McGuire Davidson, Episode 310 with Burnout Expert Cait Donovan.
  • https://hellosomedaycoaching.com/burnout-and-alcohol-why-drinking-makes-it-harder-to-heal/
• Cait Donovan - https://www.caitdonovan.com/
  • FRIED. The Burnout Podcast. https://www.caitdonovan.com/fried
  • Cait’s burnout coaching blog post - https://www.caitdonovan.com/blog/burnout-recovery-coaches

Timestamps:

00:00 Why Everything Feels Hard

01:11 Podcast Intro

01:50 Catch-Up Chat

08:26 So What Do You Wanna Talk About? Main Discussion

13:17 Should Life Feel More Manageable By Now?

23:07 Is It The Big Things or The Little Things?

27:29 Harder Physically, Mentally, or Both?

31:46 Do You Feel Guilty for Feeling Overwhelmed?

34:34 Does Comparison Make Everything Worse?

36:11 What Have You Learned to Let Go Of?

39:25 What Are Our Expectations of Life?

40:56 What Systems Help You Feel Less Overwhelmed?

48:34 Words of Encouragement to our Listeners

52:00 Community Challenge And Beautiful Things

53:33 Beautiful Things - Get In the Picture; Burnout Resources

58:28 Closing And Wrap Up

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In this episode, we dive into the adventure—and occasional awkwardness—of making and maintaining friendships as adults. We talk about why forming close connections can feel so much easier in childhood and why it often gets more complicated later in life. Along the way, we share some of our own experiences navigating friendship in adulthood and the vulnerability that comes with trying to build meaningful relationships.

We also explore the different “circles” of friendship and how each one plays a unique role in our lives. From the very real project-management side of coordinating adult friendships to dealing with social anxiety, awkward moments, and even friendship breakups, we unpack what it really looks like to nurture connection in this season of life. Most of all, we remind ourselves (and you) that friendship in adulthood might take more intention—but it’s still one of life’s greatest adventures.

Books & Authors Mentioned

1 "The Deep" by Nick Cutter

◦ A psychological horror novel set at the bottom of the Mariana Trench, featuring claustrophobia and supernatural elements

◦ Available at: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Deep/Nick-Cutter/9781501144837

2 "Modern Friendship: How to Nurture Our Most Valued Connections" by Anna Goldfarb

◦ A friendship guide that introduces the concept of bathtub friends (inner circle), pool friends (mid-tier), and bonfire friends (outer circle)

◦ Available at: https://annagoldfarb.com/modern-friendship

3 "Signs: The Secret Language of the Universe" by Laura Lynn Jackson

◦ A book about recognizing signs from loved ones who have passed, suggesting everyone has the ability to perceive these messages

◦ Available at: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/signs-laura-lynne-jackson/1129767621

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In this episode, we discuss the current soundtrack of our lives 🎶

We each share our current top five favorite musicians—the artists who lift our spirits, carry us through heartbreak and joy, blast through our car speakers, and somehow always know exactly how to beautifully express what we feel. From the songs that defined our teenage years to the ones that still give us chills, we talk about who captures our energy, who writes the lyrics that feel like pages from our journals, and who would absolutely have a permanent spot on our life playlist.

Come hang out with us as we press play on the artists who help us express all our feelings—and maybe start thinking about who would make up the soundtrack of your life, too!

We’d love to hear your thoughts! DM us @sisterchat.podcast with your current top 5 favorites!

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