Allison and Ceara kick off their 'How to Thrive in 2025' series, discussing the distinction between goals and vision. We emphasize that while goals are the steps to take, your vision is the underlying motivation to fall back on when challenges arise.

Before jumping into new goal setting energy for 2025, we wanted to share the importance of reflection, analyzing data, shortcomings, failures and mistakes in order to set better, more aligned and more realistic goals in the year ahead. We emphasize how crucial it is to be accountable and honest with ourselves, loved ones and community.

We dive into everything reading, and more specifically, tips for how to get out of a reading slump. As two gals who used to be avid readers, life happened, and we fell out of the habit. More recently, we’ve both fallen back in love with reading and in this episode, we chat about everything from our favorite book genres to the cozy spots that make reading pure bliss.

During the Opinionated AF segment, we share three videos and discuss them. The first talks about the differences of having a solid stable job versus pursuing income from your passions. The second talks about how cities have different identities and how you should move somewhere that will allow your personality to shine. The third video talks about the futility of engaging in arguments, especially online.

We are honored to sit down with Morgan Zanotti, the visionary co-founder of Primal Kitchen. She shares her backstory from living on a budget abroad, to applying for jobs she didn’t feel qualified for, moving across the country on a whim and making the many sacrifices that come with entrepreneurship. Her startup story is one of determination, passion and trusting the process. 

In the WWYBD part of the episode, we discuss the importance of vulnerability in deepening emotional intimacy, navigate the complexities of open relationships, and provide insights on being sober at social events. The conversation also touches on the significance of traveling for healing, especially in the face of family disapproval, and offers practical advice for choosing a new place to live. Throughout, they emphasize the importance of self-awareness and making choices that align with one's values and desires.

Emily offers practical skincare advice for beginners, the significance of a simple skincare routine, high maintenance vs low maintenance beauty practices, understanding skin types, do's and don'ts of at-home treatments, thoughts about botox, filler and so much more. 

The conversation is centered around phone addiction and the impact of technology on our lives. We share personal experiences and desires to set more boundaries with technology. Our discussion highlights the need for open conversations about screen time and the effects of living in a digital world, emphasizing the balance between online and offline life.

Ceara has on filmmaker and photographer Ryan Tu, a travel videographer who works and lives remote all over the world. Ryan and Ceara are currently traveling together for a video shoot in Lake Como Italy, and they discuss their experiences working in this industry.

Allison shares a lot about her career in secondhand and vintage clothing - from age 15 to 30. She has now told over 50,000 items and through this, has learned a lot about the industry. Many people have asked her how she learned the industry (just trial and error!), so she decided to make a 25+ page PDF guide "How To Be A Reseller." In this episode, we dive into some of what's included in that guide so listeners can hear some BTS into this industry, gain some thrift tips for themselves and understand the importance of circular fashion.

In the WWYBD part of the episode, we discuss various aspects of adult life, including navigating friendships, the challenges of post-college life, balancing work with travel, financial planning, rekindling old relationships, addressing inconsistencies in friendships, and finding a balance between independence and long-term relationships.

We discuss videos around the impact of TikTok culture on individuality, dynamics of friendships among influencers, the recent viral wedding drama involving a makeup vendor, and the complexities of our own relationships with money. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, emotional healing from past traumas and how living within our means can provide emotional and financial stability.

This is a special episode to celebrate Allison’s 30th birthday (which is literally today!) by reflecting on her ‘Top 30’ life experiences so far. We start off the conversation by catching up on our weeks, touching on personal growth during our 20’s, beauty standards, work-life balance and excitement of entering a new decade. 

Ceara brings on her husband Connor to share the details from their honeymoon through Mallorca, Switzerland, and Paris! They cover everything from dreamy hotels and epic scenery to unexpected travel mishaps (AKA poop-gate). Ceara and Connor also spill the highlights, funny moments, and lessons learned from planning a European honeymoon.

Bailey shares her experiences as a holistic health coach, focusing on nutrition, inflammation, and the significance of blood work. The conversation highlights client success stories and the role of electrolytes in hydration. We reflect on the beauty of seasonal changes and personal growth, concluding with insights on friendship and support.

As we’re traveling a lot this month, we wanted to do a deep dive into flight and travel anxiety. We share tangible tips to get out of your comfort zone so you can live boldly and reap the rewards! We encourage you to do more activities alone to help increase your self-awareness and build confidence. 

We discuss various topics, including birthday parties, pet parties, the psychology of how you’re perceived with a tan and the importance of supportive friends both in real life and on the internet. The episode wraps up in a wholesome way as we reflect on finding a balance between being stimulated and being at peace.

Allison and Ceara are joined by Rachel Lovely, a content creator known for giving incredible advice and “girl-talk” style rants on her TikTok page, @rachelovely5.