Awesome Ever After!

December 22, 2023

The time has come, dear friends and Awesomes, to bring you one last conversation. And we thought it would be absolutely perfect to end the way we began - Meg, Kelly, Rebekah, and Laura - all on microphone together! Join the original Sorta Awesome squad for a discussion that includes Meg’s reflections on the past eight years, future plans for each of them, and closing words to the Awesomes. (Plus a quadruple dose of Awesome of the Week!)

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SHOW NOTES:

Laura’s AotW: Storygraph app

Rebekah’s AotW : Ali Hazelwood novellas on audio

Kelly’s AotW: Almond bars

Birria beef (thanks to Awesome Jill):
Combine one jar of Target's Mexican-inspired birria cooking sauce with 2.5 pounds of stew beef in a slow cooker; cool on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4. Serve over ramen noodles.

Meg’s AotW: Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara (in print and on audio)

Closing song: Oh My Heart, REM

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Find Laura on Instagram and on her podcast 10 Things to Tell You!

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Ep. 471 The year in AWESOME: 2023

December 14, 2023

It’s that time of year again, friends! Pop the bubbly and join Meg, Kelly, and Rebekah for a conversation covering ALL of their favorites from 2023! From pop culture picks to the meaningful lessons they will take from this year, there is a TON of awesome to explore in this super-sized episode!

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SHOW NOTES:

Kelly's Awesome of the Year: Salsa Verde Chicken Rice Tortilla Soup

Rebekah’s Awesome of the Year: Cayden Cross Body Bag from Target

Meg’s Awesome of the Year: Otherworld podcast

Kelly's Watching: Shrinking and Ted Lasso on Apple TV (sign up for Apple TV with our affiliate link!)
Kelly's Reading: The Whalebone Theatre by Joanna Quinn
Kelly's Listening: Sold a Story podcast
Cozy Acoustic Morning playlist on Spotify

Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Lifeby Dacher Keltner

Enchantment: Awakening Wonder in an Anxious Age by Katherine May

Rebekah's Watching:
Jury Duty (on Amazon prime)
Traitors (on Peacock)

Rebekah’s Reading:

Nonfiction:

Fiction:

Yours Truly by Abby Jimeneze

Rebekah's Listening:

The Viall Files "Ask Nick" episodes and update episodes
Your Own Backyard

Rebekah’s viral reel

Rebekah’s post: How to think positively about my house

Meg’s Watching: Never Have I Ever, Heartstopper, and The Bear

Meg’s Reading: The Life Council, Laura Tremaine
Happy Place, Emily Henry

Divine Rivals, Rebecca Ross

None of this is True, Lisa Jewell

You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website!

Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!

Ep. 471 BEST OF 2023

December 14, 2023

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:

*Book of the Month: For a limited time, you can join and get the first book for just $5 with code FORYOU at bookofthemonth.com

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SHOW NOTES:

Kelly's Awesome of the Year: Salsa Verde Chicken Rice Tortilla Soup

Rebekah’s Awesome of the Year: Cayden Cross Body Bag from Target

Meg’s Awesome of the Year: Otherworld podcast

Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Lifeby Dacher Keltner

Enchantment: Awakening Wonder in an Anxious Age by Katherine May

Rebekah's Watching:
Jury Duty (on Amazon prime)
Traitors (on Peacock)

Rebekah’s Reading:

Nonfiction:

Fiction:

Yours Truly by Abby Jimeneze

Rebekah's Listening:

The Viall Files "Ask Nick" episodes and update episodes
Your Own Backyard

Rebekah’s viral reel

Rebekah’s post: How to think positively about my house

Meg’s Watching: Never Have I Ever, Heartstopper, and The Bear

Meg’s Reading: The Life Council, Laura Tremaine
Happy Place, Emily Henry

Divine Rivals, Rebecca Ross

None of this is True, Lisa Jewell

You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website!

Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!

Ep. 470 BEST OF Kelly Gordon!

December 7, 2023

We continue our reflection back on the best moments of Sorta Awesome, and this week, the spotlight is on Kelly Gordon! Do not miss this introspective conversation with Meg and Kelly as Kelly shares what the past eight years of creating Sorta Awesome has brought to her life personally and professionally, and she shares the one episode she wants to leave with the Awesomes!

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SHOW NOTES:

Kelly’s AotW: American Auto

Meg’s AotW: Ghost Story podcast

BEST EPISODES
Ep 63: What We Know Now That We're Here

Ep 162: Self-care, self-comfort, what’s healthy, what’s not

Ep 223: Seven kinds of self-care for the holidays

Ep 268 Self-care vs. Self-comfort: Everything you need to know

Ep 39: Seeking rest, finding delight

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Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website!

Ep. 469 BEST OF Rebekah Hoffer!

November 30, 2023

Friends, you are in for a treat this week! As we begin the final weeks of Sorta Awesome, we are taking some time to focus on some of our favorite moments with some of your favorite people. Today’s episode celebrates Rebekah! Meg and Rebekah take some time to reflect on lessons learned and moments to remember from the past eight years. Rebekah has picked her favorite episode to re-share with you, and we include a surprise never-heard-on-the-main-show accidental confession that you don’t want to miss!

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SHOW NOTES:

Rebekah’s AotW: If We Disappear Here by Mindy Hayes (Get your Kindle 30 day free trial!)
In Your Eyes on YouTube

Meg’s AotW: Illiyoon Ceramide Ato Cream

Sorta Awesome episodes mentioned:

Every Single Confessions Episode:

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Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!

Ep. 468 The all hits, no misses Gift Guide!

November 23, 2023

Sure, you’ve seen other holiday gift guides, but how many gift guides are made BY Awesomes, FOR Awesomes?! Let’s revisit Meg’s favorite gift guide - the one where she, Kelly, and Rebekah share excellent gift ideas straight from our Awesome community!

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SHOW NOTES:

Easily shop items from today’s episode at Sorta Awesome: Things we LOVE!

REBEKAH’S LISTS:

Babies & Littles
Wooden Tables & Chairs Set
Learning Resources Jumbo Dinosaurs
Other Learning Resources Jumbo Animal Sets
Fat Brain Toys Dimpl Stack
Fat Brains Toys Whirly Squigz

Kids, Tweens, & Teens
Book Series Suggestions:
Dogman
Whatever After
City Spies

Other ideas:
Mail Order Mystery
Face Planter Pot
Natural Crystal LED String Lights
Mooas Cube Timer

Adults
Erin Condren Lap Desk
Daily Calendar from Social Print Studio

MEG’S LISTS:

Things I bought and liked:
Shark HyperAir hair dryer
lookHUMAN mugs
Laneige lip mask
Gold hoop earrings
Bose Quiet Comfort Bluetooth Headphones

Quirky gifts:
Flower bouquet bricks
Mini greenhouse
LCD drawing pad
Future Ghost line

Hard-to-shop-for gifts:
Goldbelly’s Top 50 gifts
Tempurpedic sleep mask
Manta sleep mask
Hotel Lobby candles
Simple Modern insulated drinkware

KELLY’S LISTS:

Gifts for Geeks and Nerds:
SnoogTees
My Hero Academia board game
Soundproof foam for walls
Personalized minifigs
Keyboard skins or covers
Custom Converse

Family Fun:
Clue Escape and Solve game
Bonus: Box One
Jackbox
Cravebox
Pasta maker
Nespresso
Puzzle table
Dowdle
Buffalo Games puzzles (arcade puzzle)
50 States of Beauty

Social Media Made Me Buy It:
Kitch—Non-heating hair wrap for curly hair
Woobles
AirPods case
Cool Pet glasses holder
Cat glasses holder

MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME:

Ep. 357 Awesome Holiday Gift Guide 2021
Ep. 222 Sorta Awesome Holiday gift guide 2019!
Ep. 171 Sorta Awesome Holiday Gift Guide 2018
Extra Awesome: Holiday Gift Guide 2017

You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!

Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website!

Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

Ep. 467 Midlife with Mindy and Meg

November 17, 2023

Gather ‘round, Awesomes! Today’s conversation is a big one; the time has come for the final episode in our Midlife with Mindy and Meg series. Sorta Awesome regular Mindy Brouse joins Meg for one last conversation in the midlife series that so many in our Awesome community have loved, and to close out the series, they are talking all things midlife books and reading. From helpful guides to permenopause to captivating storytelling featuring midlife characters, there is definitely a book for everyone on today’s list!

FIND THE ENTIRE MIDLIFE WITH MINDY AND MEG SERIES HERE

Not a Super Star yet? Today is a great day to become one!

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SHOW NOTES:

Mindy’s AotW: Stay Badass tank or shirt

Slippers: XIHALOOK House Slippers

Book: Hidden Potential by Adam Grant

Meg’s AotW: The Disappearances of Draco Malfoy

@holygnocchi on TikTok

MIDLIFE BOOKS:

Fast Like a Girl A Woman's Guide to Using the Healing Power of Fasting to Burn Fat, Boost Energy, and Balance Hormones, Dr. Mindy Pelz

The Menopause Manifesto Own Your Health with Facts and Feminism, Dr. Jen Gunter

Hot and Bothered: What No One Tells You About Menopause and How to Feel Like Yourself Again, Jancee Dunn

The Upgrade: How the Female Brain Gets Stronger and Better in Midlife and Beyond Hardcover, Dr. Louann Brizendine

Crones Don't Whine: Concentrated Wisdom for Juicy Women, Dr. Jean Shinoda Bolen

“Second Spring: The Self-Care Guide to Menopause,” by Kate Codrington

The Galveston Diet by Dr. Mary Claire Haver

The Most Fun We Ever Had by Claire Lombardo

This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub

Maybe Next Time by Cesca Major

What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty

Queen Bee by Ciara Geraghty

The Change by Kirsten Miller

Broken Light by Joanne Harris

Wayward by Dana Spiotta

Erotic Stories for Punjabi Widows by Balli Kaur Jaswal

MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME:
Ep. 427: Let’s Talk About Midlife: The struggle is real in the clothes closet
Ep. 380: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Brain Fog and Cycle Chaos
Ep. 395: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Parenting Our Parents and Life in the Middle
Ep. 401: Let’s Talk About Midlife: The Ups and Downs of Sex!

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Find Mindy on Instagram!

Ep. 466 Pet mania (a group show!)

November 10, 2023

Whether you’ve got a furry little animal soul mate at your side or you are happily pet-free, you will definitely want to press play on this conversation! Meg and Kelly are enthusiastic pet people, but Rebekah is not so sure. Tune in to hear Rebekah’s questions about the ins-and-outs and highs-and-lows of living that family pet life!

Not a Super Star yet? Today is a great day to become one!

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SHOW NOTES:

Rebekah's AotW: Sausage Tortellini Soup

Kelly’s AotW: Bluey

Meg AotW: Keys to the Kingdom podcast

10 Best Kid-Friendly Soup Recipes for Cozy Days

Sorta Awesome Soup Pinterest Board

MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME:
Ep. 465: Sorta Goodbye
Ep. 162: Self-care, self-comfort, what’s healthy, what’s not
Ep. 417: Holiday home hacks you’re going to love!
Ep. 400: Would You Rather? 4 vs 400 edition!

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Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!

Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website!

Ep. 465 Sorta Goodbye

November 3, 2023

If we’ve learned anything from Taylor Swift this year, it’s that eras come, and eras go. Today, the Sorta Awesome team is sharing with you that it’s the end of an era for Sorta Awesome. Take a moment to hit play to hear about the podcast closing, and what comes next for your favorite Friday friends!

Not a Super Star yet? Today is a great day to become one!

MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME:
Ep. 464: The Sex Episode
Ep. 463: These discoveries will upgrade your life!
Ep. 462: 15 new releases we absolutely loved!
Ep. 461: The AWESOME LIST for Fall 2023

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Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!

Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website!

Ep. 464 The Sex Episode

October 25, 2023

What happens when all those Purity Culture kids from the 90s and early 2000s grow up and get married? Well one thing we discovered is a bunch of books were published to “help” us understand sex and marriage. Turns out, some of them were … not so helpful. Meg and Rebekah are here to discuss.

Not a Super Star yet? Today is a great day to become one!

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SHOW NOTES:

Rebekah’s AotW: Latuza Pajama Pants

Meg’s AotW: Sam and Colby: Surviving a week at the Real Conjuring House

The Great Sex Rescue by Sheila Wray Gregoire

Sheila Gregoire on Instagram

Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski

Books Studied for The Great Sex Rescue (listed in order of best to worst):

Helpful Books:
The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by John M Gottman (tie - scored near perfect)- https://amzn.to/3QvFtE6
The Gift of Sex by Clifford & Joyce Penner (tie - scored near perfect) - https://amzn.to/3FRLwgd
Boundaries in Marriage by Henry Cloud & John Townsend (tie) - https://amzn.to/3QwSHQJ
Sacred Marriage by Gary Thomas (tie) - https://amzn.to/3QwSHQJ
Intimate Issues by Linda Dillow & Lorraine Pintus - https://amzn.to/462KSHn

Neutral Books:
The Meaning of Marriage by Timothy & Kathy Keller - https://amzn.to/3tPTALB
Intended for Pleasure by Ed & Gaye Wheat - https://amzn.to/3Shk3Mk

Harmful Books:
Sheet Music by Kevin Leman - https://amzn.to/3SdKCBM
The Act of Marriage by Tim and Beverly LaHaye - https://amzn.to/3tUnsGp
His Needs, Her Needs by Willard F Harley Jr - https://amzn.to/4762DWV
The Power of a Praying Wife by Stormie Omartian - https://amzn.to/49bQDoy
For Women Only by Shaunti Feldahn - https://amzn.to/3Q9xLOx
Every Man's Battle by Stephen Arterburn and Fred Stoeker - https://amzn.to/3Q9xLOx
Love & Respect by Emerson Eggerichs - https://amzn.to/3tOaH0b

MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME:
Ep. 193: Stressed out, burned out and ready to recover
Ep. 401: Midlife with Mindy & Meg: The ups and downs of sex
Ep. 318: 5 books every woman should read
Ep. 463: These discoveries will upgrade your life!

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Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!

Ep. 463 These discoveries will upgrade your life!

October 18, 2023

We are always all about taking care of YOU, and today, one of our favorite Enneagram 2s who always has the hook-up for the GOOD stuff is back! Meg is joined by Sorta Awesome regular Julie Tepperman, and Julie has brought a stash of discoveries that are sure to bring a little extra sparkle for a fun upgrade to daily life.

Not a Super Star yet? Today is a great day to become one!

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SHOW NOTES:

Julie’s AotW: Baked chicken recipe (Gimme Some Oven)

Meg’s AotW: GUTS album, Olivia Rodrigo

Hacks:
artskills precut neon shapes

Products:
Typology tinted lip OIL
Lune and Aster eclipse volumizing and curling mascara
Charlotte Tilbury Eyes to Mesmerize cream eyeshadow in Rose Gold
Static nail polish remover (clear)
Static nail polish remover (rose gold)
Madgabs lipbalm
Bella Skin probiotic underarm toner
Make Up For Ever gentle eye gel remover – for sensitive eyes and lips
BeeKeepers’s Naturals Propolis Immune Support Throat Spray
Oxyfresh gentle formula unflavored mouthwash

Nonproducts
Sparta Candle Company
Tank tops from Etsy – Kurve
Space heater: Vornado Velocity 3R
Crossbody bag

MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME:
Ep. 462: 15 new releases we absolutely loved!
Ep. 408: The books that shaped who we are
Ep. 454: The Internet made me buy it, Part 1
Ep. 433: We’re obsessed: all the products we are loving, hating and wanting right now!

You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

Find Julie on Instagram and Facebook!

Ep. 462 15 new releases we absolutely loved!

October 11, 2023

Awesomes, have you noticed that 2023 is just killing it when it comes to amazing new book releases?! Meg is joined by Sorta Awesome regular Katie Proctor, and they have so MANY books to discuss! From memoir to essay collections to literary fiction and all kinds of genres in-between, there’s something on this list for every reader

Not a Super Star yet? Today is a great day to become one!

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SHOW NOTES:

Meg’s AotW: The Dating Detectives podcast

Katie’s AotW: Sex Education on Netflix

KATIE’S LIST

Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
Congratulations, the Best is Over! By R. Eric Thomas
Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q Sutanto
Chain Gang All-Stars by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah
The Seven Year Slip by Ashley Poston
A Fever in the Heartland by Timothy Egan
Shark Heart by Emily Habeck
The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese
Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood
Tom Lake by Ann Patchett

MEG’S LIST

Tough Titties by Laura Belgray
Failure is not NOT an option by Patrick Hinds
True Love Experiment by Christina Lauren
The September House by Carissa Orlando
Woke Up Like This by Amy Lea

MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME:
Ep. 408: The books that shaped who we are
Ep. 461: The AWESOME LIST for Fall 2023
Ep. 456: Midlife with Mindy and Meg: The Ultimate Bittersweet
Ep. 396: Beach reads round-up!

You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

You can find Katie at her website or on Facebook and Instagram! And be sure to order her latest book Color Coded!

Ep. 461 The AWESOME LIST for Fall 2023!

October 4, 2023

What’s the color you’ll be seeing everywhere this autumn? What little hack can make your mums even more glorious? Which movies should you plan to catch in theaters in the next few months? Meg and Kelly are back with one of their favorite episodes - the seasonal list, and they’ve got everything you need to know for the aiutumnal months ahead. From what to sip to what to wear, from delightful recipes to game-changing hacks, they’ve got the scoop just for you!

Not a Super Star yet? Today is a great day to become one!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:

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SHOW NOTES:

Kelly’s AotW: Laufey

Meg’s AotW: None of this is True, Lisa Jewell (on audio)

KELLY’S LIST

Water mums from the bottom

Spooky thrift painting—some examples:
https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPR7h9G9M/
https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPR7h5Suy/
https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPR7hDSK3/

Vegan Coconut Lentil Soup

Trader Joe’s Harvest Blend Herbal Tea

Halloween char”boo”terie

MEG’S LIST

We’re not really strangers conversation cards

Fall movie releases

Fall style
Red on trend
Latte make-up including brownish lips:
SAIE Nouveau at Sephora
ColourPop lux lipstick in latte at Target
ColourPop lux lipstick in latte at ColourPop
Revlon Toast of New York at Amazon

Fall cozy
Muslin blanket
Tsh’s new journal
Fall fragrances from PULP Fragrances:
Embrace
Autumn Morning

PAST FALL LIST EPISODES:
Ep. 410: Your AWESOME list for autumn 2022!
Ep. 349: AWESOME LIST FOR FALL 2021!
Ep. 262: The AWESOME List for Fall 2020!
Ep. 215: Awesome List for Fall 2019
Ep. 166: The Awesome List Fall 2018

You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website!

Ep. 460 Pro Tip: Failure can be fun! with Patrick Hinds

September 27, 2023

It’s a big dream-come-true day for Meg as she gets to sit down with one of her all-time favorite podcasters: Patrick Hinds! Patrick is the co-creator and co-host of True Crime Obsessed, a podcast that is always at the top of Meg’s must-listen list of favorites. But he’s not here to talk all things TCO today! Instead, he’s sharing two incredible, unforgettable stories from his bestselling brand new book Failure Is Not NOT An Option: How the Chubby Gay Son of a Jesus-Obsessed Lesbian Found Love, Family, and Podcast Success … and a Bunch of Other Stuff. From hilarious misadventures with a golden (and grouchy!) celebrity to a touching story of saying yes to growing a family, you simply must hear the wisdom and the hilarity that Patrick has brought for the Awesomes!

Not a Super Star yet? Today is a great day to become one!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:

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SHOW NOTES:

Patrick’s AotW: Stage Combat podcast
Meg’s AotW: Heartstopper Soundtrack on Spotify

Failure Is Not NOT an Option by Patrick Hinds

MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME:
Ep. 459: What was the last…?
Ep. 458: Soup season ideas to steal from The Cook’s Book with Bri McCoy
Ep. 454: The Internet made me buy it
Ep. 455: Midlife with Mindy & Meg: Facial changes & life pivots

You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

Patrick Hinds is the author of the hilarious memoir Failure Is Not NOT an Option. He is also the creator, writer, and star of the touring show Patrick’s Traveling Book Party and the co-creator and co-host of the hit true crime/comedy podcast, True Crime Obsessed.

Ep. 459 What was the last ...?

September 21, 2023

Meg and Rebekah had SO MANY WORDS for this conversation that we had to trim it waaaaaay down, BUT! The full-length ad-free version is available right now for all Super Star Awesomes over on Patreon! Not a Super Star yet? Today is a great day to become one!

Friends, what was the last … time you cried in public? felt embarrassed? laughed until you cried? Meg and Rebekah dig into each other’s personal lives by asking each other about all the lasts, and it takes them in some unexpected places!

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SHOW NOTES:

Rebekah’s AotW: Don't Text Your Ex Happy Birthday by Nick Viall
The Viall Files Podcast

Meg’s AotW: Locket App

REBEKAH’S LINKS:

Harry's House. by Harry Styles
Jury Duty
Harry Styles Birthday Cakes
Big Brother 25
Latuza Women's Pajama Pants
Harry Styles LOT Sweatshirt
Watch TikToks at 2x Speed
The Summer I Saved You by Elizabeth O'Roark
e.l.f. Contour Palette
I Tried Swedish Death Cleaning My Entire House by Mia Maples

MEG’S LINKS:

Steve Lacy’s Gemini Rights album
Heartstopper Season 2
Jury Duty
Love At First Sight
Amazon pillow sham
Car cup holder trash can
KISS press-on nails
Glamnetic nail glue
This Is Why They Hate Us, Aaron H. Aceves
Glossier Pro Tip Eyeliner
Saie Hydrabeam Concealer
Goodnight Moon - ASMR Celebrity Personal Assistant (bathtime, steam treatment, positive affirmations)

MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME:
Ep. 458: Soup season ideas to steal from The Cook’s Book with Bri McCoy
Ep. 450: Midlife with Mindy & Meg: Busting midlife myths
Ep. 430: What to do when your reading feels broken

You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!

Ep. 458 Soup season ideas to steal from The Cook's Book with Bri McKoy!

September 14, 2023

Some of us find joy in the kitchen, and some of us … well, maybe it’s not joy we find in cooking. Or maybe we used to find joy in cooking until we got burned out. Regardless of whether you consider yourself a home cooking expert or if you are happy to get through a meal without setting off the smoke alarm, you are going to love this conversation between Meg and Bri McKoy! Bri’s brand new book The Cook’s Book is fresh off the press, and this beautiful book is packed with inspiration for all the awesome to be found in the kitchen!

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SHOW NOTES:

Meg’s AotW: Starwalk app

Bri’s AotW: Tipsy braised shortribs with mascarpone mashed potatoes

The Cook’s Book: Recipes for Keeps & Essential Techniques to Master Everyday Cooking

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Ep. 111: Our Favorite Meals
Ep. 234: Go-to recipes and foodie memories

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Ep. 457 Sweet Sixteen: Letters to Ourselves

September 8, 2023

Oh, if only we could have known then what we know now, right? If you could tell your sixteen year old self anything, what would it be? That’s what Meg and Kelly explore this week, along with a heavy dose of nostalgia as they revisit who they were when they were sixteen!

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SHOW NOTES:

Kelly’s AotW: Freeze jalapenos whole to use all winter!

Meg’s AotW: How To with John Wilson (on Max)

Amy Grant: Lead Me On

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Ep. 454: The Internet Made Me Buy It (Part 1)
Ep. 453: Advocating for people experiencing homelessness: a conversation by Nate Hoffer
Ep. 456: Midlife with Mindy and Meg: the ultimate bittersweet
Ep. 449: Amazon finds the Awesomes swear by!

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Ep. 456 Midlife with Mindy and Meg

August 31, 2023

In our Midlife with Mindy & Meg series, we’ve covered lots of topics from many angles about the physical changes midlife brings, but what about the changes to our family dynamics and the roles we’ve fulfilled for years? Midlife brings seismic changes, and today, Mindy is here to hold Meg’s hand through the giant change of sending a grown child out into the world!

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SHOW NOTES:

Meg’s AotW: 4 Pocket High Waisted Skort

Mindy’s AotW: Shark Heart: A Novel

Brooks Falls Katmai Natl Park via explore.org

Beartown by Fredrick Backman

This isn’t a Book About Benedict Cumberbatch

Doing Life with Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out

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Ep. 455 The internet made me buy it PART TWO

August 25, 2023

We know - we left you on a cliffhanger! Sorry about that, friends. But here is part TWO of Meg’s conversation with Kelly and Rebekah talkin’ all about the things the internet has made them buy. Not only do they finish our their purchases lists, they also fill you in on the things that are hanging out in their carts while their fingers linger over the BUY NOW buttons!

This is PART TWO of a two-part conversation.

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SHOW NOTES:

Kelly: Uproot pet cleaner

IN KELLY’S CART:
Prose / tiny ice ball trays

Rebekah: Sweatshirt Cult

IN REBEKAH’S CART:
Simple Modern Tumbler

Meg:
Rainbow window clings

IN MEG’S CART (or is it?!)
Bleame

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Ep. 449: Amazon finds the Awesomes swear by!

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Ep 454 - The Internet Made Me Buy It PART ONE

August 16, 2023

Fire up those browser tabs, friends! This week, Meg, Kelly, and Rebekah are here give you the scoop on all the things they’ve been influenced, pestered, arm-twisted, and convinced to buy some …. interesting … stuff online! From clever candles to chef knife perfection to hydration that may or may not just be water, they will tell you all about what made them hit BUY NOW.

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SHOW NOTES:

Rebekah’s AotW: Stolen Heir by Sophie Lark

Kelly’s AotW: Fall menu at Starbucks release Aug. 24 - including Casi Cielo whole bean coffee (the best coffee Starbucks offers, in Kelly's opinion)

Meg’s AotW: Red White and Royal Blue (movie)

REBEKAH’S BUYS:
Spiral Light Candle
Friendship Socks

KELLY’S BUYS:
Misen chef’s knife
Kitsch heatless hair curler in satin

MEG’S BUYS:

Electric Spin Scrubber LA1 PRO

Buoy hydration drops
(Dr. Angela Stanton’s Migraine Protocol)