Best Laura Tremaine Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 263: Make Bold Choices (In Your Home And In Your Life) 1:11:40

4d ago1:11:40

1:11:40

I have been waiting for the right moment to feature this conversation with interior designer Michelle Fahmy, founder of Haus of Meeshie, about bringing bold color and unique style to your home and life. For the past two years, Meeshie has helped bring fresh life to our family's home in Los Angeles, bringing a whole new vibe to our living spaces. Si…

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BONUS: I Thought It Would Be Better Than This 34:16

6d ago34:16

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Over the last few years I’ve watched my friend, Jessica Turner, privately and publicly walk through her husband’s coming out and their subsequent divorce as well as her efforts to find her equilibrium in this new family dynamic. Jessica has done it all with grace and kindness and honesty, sharing her story with incredible strength and vulnerability…

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Ep 262: Searching for a Best Friend 53:03

11d ago53:03

53:03

This episode is for anyone who has gone through a friendship breakup, or who desires finding a best friend as an adult. Every week on this show I encourage you to take the prompts and topics to a best friend in order to have a deeper conversation and better connection. But what if you don't have a best friend? What if you used to have a best friend…

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Ep 261: Favorite Things Winter 2025 1:23:35

25d ago1:23:35

1:23:35

I'm sharing my current favorite beauty products, apps, books, charities, and experiences of the last few months. JOIN SECRET STUFF to hear me share a few extra goodies like the current podcasts I'm bingeing, as well as a few not Favorite Things. What are YOUR favorite things in this season? Winter 2025 has been a doozy, so making a list of the thin…

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Ep 260: How To Backup and Digitize All Your Old Sentimental Photos (with Miss Freddy) 53:11

1M ago53:11

53:11

Professional photo organizer Casey von Stein (aka Miss Freddy) is BACK and this time she's helping us handle all those old, sentimental photos we all have stuffed in boxes in a closet somewhere. Miss Freddy is answering my questions on how to make the physical photos into digital files and then how to organize and back them up online so we never ha…

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Ep 259: 10 Questions for the Anniversary of a Big Event 49:57

1M ago49:57

49:57

This month marks 5 years still the Covid-19 pandemic turned our lives upside down. In this episode, I'm sharing 10 questions that can be used as journal prompts or conversation starters on the anniversary of any big event. I'm focusing my answers to these prompts on the five-year mark of the pandemic, but each question is crafted to be universal fo…

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Ep 258: Best Books Lately 1:41:04

2M ago1:41:04

1:41:04

This is a very special episode of Best Books Lately. Special because it's been awhile since we've had one, special because it's with my longtime internet friend and book twin Liz Hein, and special because we're weaving together some of the most important themes of 10 Things To Tell You: sharing your stuff, connection, and, of course, BOOKS. In this…

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Ep 257: How To Survive on Social Media in 2025 57:39

2M ago57:39

57:39

As the headlines get harder, the politics more divisive, and the platforms themselves more corrupt, many of us are rethinking our social media usage in 2025. Yeah, sure, we've all said this before in the past. So we take breaks, or delete the apps off our phones, but we always come crawling back. Social media is just an ingrained part of our lives …

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Ep 256: Here Be Dragons: Motherhood, Mean Girls, and Generational Trauma (with Melanie Shankle) 44:02

2M ago44:02

44:02

Sometimes you read a friend's book and you're jealous they wrote something this good. This is how I felt when I read writer and podcast Melanie Shankle's latest Here Be Dragons: Treading the Deep Waters of Motherhood, Mean Girls, and Generational Trauma. This book is about Melanie's very complicated relationship with her mom, woven together with he…

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Ep 255: Making R-Rated Art As A Mom 1:17:38

2M ago1:17:38

1:17:38

Now THIS is truly a conversation you won't hear anywhere else. My friend, television show runner Stacy Rukeyser, joins me to talk about making R-rated art when you're a mom. Stacy has written on some really great shows over the years, but she was tasked with creating Netflix's first foray into erotica with her show Sex/Life back in 2021 and it brou…

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Ep 254: If I Started A Podcast Today... 1:00:57

2M ago1:00:57

1:00:57

Continuing my look back on 15 years of working on the internet (and the last decade as working as a podcaster), I'm addressing a question that I've gotten fairly often recently: Any advice on starting a podcast? Based on my own mistakes working on three different shows, and observations about the podcast listening community and industry, in this ep…

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Ep 253: Regrets and Reflections on 15 Years of Working on the Internet 1:09:55

3M ago1:09:55

1:09:55

This month marks FIFTEEN years that I have been pursuing a career primarily by sharing myself on the internet. Starting with the Hollywood Housewife blog in January 2010, then building a social media presence, then becoming a podcaster and an author, and I have so many stories and thoughts to share about the last decade and a half. On this episode,…

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Ep 252: Most Anticipated Books of 2025 1:09:18

3M ago1:09:18

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No matter the question, reading is the answer. And in a year starting off like 2025 is, we certainly need a lot of answers to life's questions. I am thrilled to welcome fellow Angeleno bookworm Traci Thomas (host of The Stacks podcast) to talk about the most anticipated new book releases of 2025. We talk about novels and nonfiction by debut and bel…

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Ep 251: 10 Things I Learned In 2024 1:34:03

3M ago1:34:03

1:34:03

It may already be January, but it's time for my annual year-end reflection with 10 of the biggest things I learned that I hope will also resonate with you. 2024 was a weird year in so many ways. My lessons were all over the place, from examining self-confidence vs. self-esteem, finding out who I am in a crisis, being honest about what home renovati…

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Ep 250: Best Books of the Year! 2:04:39

4M ago2:04:39

2:04:39

It's the reading episode we look forward to all year! My real life book club members Yasmin Dunn and Stephanie Newman-Smith join me for a supersized conversation about the best books we read in 2024. JOIN THE SECRET STUFF BOOK CLUB Since Stephanie, Yasmin, and I did a half-year Best Books episode together during the summer, we only gloss over a few…

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Ep 249: 4 Ways To Journal (For People Who Don't Like Journaling) 1:06:15

4M ago1:06:15

1:06:15

I know why you don't journal. I also know why you should journal. In this episode, I'm sharing all the benefits you'll gain from the occasional journal session and how to combat the (many) obstacles that keep you from starting. Then I'll share the 4 types of journaling that you can try in order to see growth and clarity in your life. FULL SHOW NOTE…

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BONUS: Becoming A Romance Writer 58:04

4M ago58:04

58:04

My friend Nora Dahlia Zelevansky is a journalist, a novelist, a wellness writer, and now she's a romance author! As we celebrate the release of her latest book PICK UP, Nora and I chat about her writing trajectory, the differences between publishing and marketing the romance genre, and why she decided to write this book using a different name. We a…

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Ep 248: Taylor Swift (Laura's Version) 57:50

4M ago57:50

57:50

As Taylor Swift ends her earth-shattering Eras tour this weekend after a year and a half of dominating the charts and the headlines, I'm sharing how her music and her professional presence has shaped me as an artist, a mom, a business woman, and a former angsty teenager. I hope this episode inspires you to share your own favorite Taylor Swift memor…

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Ep 247: The Perfectionist's Guide To Losing Control (a book club meeting with author Katherine Morgan Schafler) 58:09

5M ago58:09

58:09

One of the books that has made the biggest impression on me in the last few years is The Perfectionist's Guide To Losing Control by Katherine Morgan Schafler. I have talked about this book EVERYWHERE and insisted that even people who do not self-identify as "perfectionists" would get something out of it. So you can imagine that I was thrilled with …

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Ep 246: A Funeral For Twitter 1:11:43

5M ago1:11:43

1:11:43

I joined twitter in 2009 and for 15 years - until this very month - it has been my favorite social media platform. The one place where I am only a consumer and not a creator. The place where I met my earliest online friends. The place where I made most of my best online memories following breaking news, political, scandal, and pop culture. And the …

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Ep 245: 5 Routines and Rituals That Keep Me Grounded 59:59

5M ago59:59

59:59

When the world feels hard, and our lives feel loud, it can be difficult to find equilibrium. In this episode, I'm sharing 5 practices in various areas of my life that make me feel a little more like myself, a little more like a human, a little more sane and calm. FULL SHOW NOTES HERE MENTIONED in this episode: Learn more about #OneDayHH Join our Se…

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Ep 244: 10 Journal Prompts To Finish The Year Strong 59:15

5M ago59:15

59:15

With less than two months left in 2024, I'm sharing ten questions that will help you finish the year strong. We're talking achievable goals, mantras, connecting with others, and lingering decisions that need to be made. These questions will give you clarity for the weeks ahead and and let you set intentions for how you want to feel and who you want…

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Ep 243: Best Books Lately (with Sophie Hudson) 1:25:51

6M ago1:25:51

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Reading is always the best form of therapy, distraction, entertainment, and education. And in this episode we talk about titles that serve all of those purposes. Sophie Hudson (aka Boo Mama) is the co-host of The Big Boo Cast and she's also the author of seven books, including her latest A Fine Sight To See. She is always so fun to talk to and we h…

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Ep 242: How To Plan A Girls Trip 1:02:08

6M ago1:02:08

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I want you to go on a girls trip in 2025. I want it to be a priority. But if you've never been on a girls trip - or it's been a long time - the logistics can be daunting. So I'm helping you out! In this episode, I'm sharing thoughts and tips on: Deciding the vibe Choosing the guests Where to go Where to stay What to eat What to do How to document P…

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Ep 241: Prepping Teenagers for the Workforce 1:17:13

6M ago1:17:13

1:17:13

Lori Zuker Briller co-founded a staffing and recruitment agency almost 20 years ago, and in the last few years she's noticed a concerning trend among the young people who are applying for positions in various industries: a decline in professionalism, a lack of understanding of the job market and job search processes, and an overall deterioration in…

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Ep 240: Favorite Things Fall 2024 1:22:49

6M ago1:22:49

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My favorite things for the Fall of 2024 include a bra, a neck alignment thing-y, a documentary, a book, what's making me feel pretty, and two unexpected events that turned out to be some of my favorite moments of the year (so far). We share our Favorite Things around here because a) it's fun b) it forces us to notice our life and c) it serves as a …

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Ep 239: Horror for Beginners 1:22:15

6M ago1:22:15

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It's October! I'm joined on this episode by my friend and co-host of the Currently Reading podcast Meredith Monday Schwartz, to talk about why we read (and love) books in the horror genre and to give you a pile of recommendations for this spooky season. This is a conversation for longtime horror readers AND for those who are horror-curious. We cove…

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Ep 238: The Conversation That Changed My Year 1:00:57

7M ago1:00:57

1:00:57

Back in February, during a casual, late night conversation, my friend Kendra Adachi (aka The Lazy Genius) asked me a question that completely that changed my year. The answer to a question I had never thought about came to me with such clarity. And since her question (and my answer) was about the Big Picture plan for my life, it only felt appropria…

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Ep 237: How To Look Better In Photos 1:07:54

7M ago1:07:54

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This episode is for anyone who has looked at a photo of themselves and wondered if that's what they really look like. Professional photographer Jess Koehler is my guest today as we talk through all the hangups that keep us from taking, sharing, or displaying photos of ourselves, and how we can overcome them. This is not a typical "tips and tricks" …

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Ep 236: Discovering What Was Always There (a ONE THING conversation with Joy Cho) 1:05:30

7M ago1:05:30

1:05:30

This is the latest episode in the ONE THING series, where I host conversations with interesting people and ask them the ONE THING they would tell you. You might know Joy Cho as the bright, stylish, happy face and founder of Oh Joy!, a lifestyle brand with millions of followers and whose products and designs have appeared in Target, Petco, House Bea…

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Ep 235: 4 Lessons After Publishing 2 Books + Listener Q&A 1:34:30

7M ago1:34:30

1:34:30

This is an episode for writers, aspiring authors, readers, and anyone who likes a peek behind-the-scenes. We're going to talk about the publishing industry as it stands, how it's changed in the last few years, the rise of self-publishing, conquering self-doubt, money, and so much more. I'm sharing 4 lessons I learned after achieving my lifelong dre…

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Ep 234: Best Books of the Summer 1:15:35

8M ago1:15:35

1:15:35

What is the best thing you read this summer? My guest Carmel Phillips and I are sharing the books that made the greatest impression over the last few months, including backlist titles and the buzziest books of the season. (And yes, of course we mention the NYT Best Books of the 21st century list that dropped in July.) Carmel Phillips is a design an…

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Ep 233: 10 Ways To Achieve Kitchen Peace 56:55

8M ago56:55

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The kitchen may be the heart of the home, but it's also the place most likely to collect clutter and be full to the brim of stuff. Professional organizer Tara Bremer of @house.peace shares with us 10 ways that we can achieve peace in the most used room in the house. FOLLOW @house.peace on IG SIGN UP for the House Peace newsletter As I'm in the midd…

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Ep 232: 10 Weird Things I've Done 1:06:50

8M ago1:06:50

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This episode is inspired by Snoop Dogg at the Olympics. In the early 2000s, I worked on Snoop's short-lived MTV show Doggy Fizzle Televizzle and when I made a joke about this on social media, my DMs quickly filled with questions and I realized this was a story I hadn't told in awhile. So in this episode I'm sharing 10 weird things I've done - from …

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Ep 231: 3 Rules + 3 Mantras For This Busy Season 45:28

8M ago45:28

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August is such a crazy month - the second "new year" as it's often called, except without the fresh start and instead with the idea that we're all gearing up for school, fall chaos, and, of course, all of that bleeding into the holiday season. But I don't want the second half of the year to feel frazzled, so I'm setting myself up for (better) succe…

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Ep 230: Favorite Things (Right Now) Summer 2024 1:20:47

9M ago1:20:47

1:20:47

We're back with all new episodes and kicking it off by sharing my favorite things of the summer! In this episode I'm recommending books, podcasts, documentaries, and more favorites from this season. I'm also sharing details on our current home renovation and an update on my sister's recovery from brain surgery. FULL SHOW NOTES HERE Join my SECRET S…

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Ep 229: The Big Business of Celebrity Fish Tanks (with Nic Tiemens of Infinity Aquariums) REPLAY 1:05:51

9M ago1:05:51

1:05:51

This episode originally aired in November 2021 and is a very fun departure from my usual interviews. One of the strangest things about our life in Hollywood (and there are many, many strange things) is our enormous fish tank. Every time I share a little bit about our fish tank on social media, I get flooded with questions that I mostly can't answer…

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Ep 228: 10 Tips for Hosting Houseguests (REPLAY) 52:07

9M ago52:07

52:07

This episode originally aired in August 2021, and is one of my personal favorites. Ready to bust out the air mattresses? This episode is FULL of practical, logistical, and emotional tips for hosting people in your home. I'm sharing everything from the 4 things that keep (most) guests happy, to the mindset shifts that will keep you from being overwh…

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Ep 227: Time Anxiety (REPLAY) 42:03

9M ago42:03

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This episode originally aired in November 2021, and has been one of the most downloaded and referenced episodes of the show. Have you ever had the thoughts: I don’t have enough time Time is passing me by I’m wasting too much time If this is something that really affects your mood, your schedule, and you're full of frazzle, overwhelm, or a continuin…

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BONUS: How To Be Fine 30:08

9M ago30:08

30:08

Are you thriving or are you just...fine? What about your friendships? Two podcasters I've listened to for YEARS are tackling a new series this summer on friendship (the topic on everyone's tongue). I was so excited to welcome Kristen Meinzer and Jolenta Greenberg from the How To Be Fine podcast (formerly By The Book) to the show to talk about their…

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Ep 226: Hollywood Horror Story 1:30:46

10M ago1:30:46

1:30:46

This is a story about growing up feeling like an outsider and finding a book that made you feel less alone. And then growing up to create an adaptation of that book for the screen, in a dream project that took years to complete. This is a story about my friend Jill Killington and her work on the tv adaptation of Stephen King's THE STAND. You don't …

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BONUS: 10 Ways To Support A Friend Going Through Crisis or Chronic Hardship 45:01

10M ago45:01

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Since I write and talk about friendship so much, a frequent question comes up around supporting a friend when they are going through something difficult. I think the answer on this can vary, depending on the particular hardship, but my guest today is someone who knows what friends need when their difficult life circumstance is ongoing. Jessica Pata…

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Ep 225: Change Happens When You're Looking The Other Way (The Birthday Episode) 53:46

10M ago53:46

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It's my birthday week! I'm turning 45. And every year around this time, I do a birthday episode looking back and looking ahead. This year's theme is about the quiet changes that happen when you're distracted, or busy, or not paying attention. Last year on my birthday I was convinced that something HUGE was going to happen in my 44th year. I thought…

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Ep 224: Best Books of the Year (So Far) with Yasmin Dunn and Stephanie Newman-Smith 1:56:26

10M ago1:56:26

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We're halfway through 2024, which means it's time to take an inventory of the best books we've read in the last six months. My real life book club joins me for a mid-year look at the literary landscape for the second year in a row. Regular guests Yasmin Dunn and Stephanie Newman-Smith are always a delight to have on the show. Apologies to your TBR …

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Ep 223: You Only Die Once (a conversation about living with Jodi Wellman) 48:23

10M ago48:23

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Jodi Wellman is focused on death. And she wants you to think about it more, too. Death is (clearly) not a popular topic, and something most of us avoid thinking about at all costs. But Jodi believes that knowing you have something to lose can help you live like you mean it. Her new book You Only Die Once: How To Make It To The End With No Regrets c…

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BONUS: 5 Things About Modern Friendship (with Anna Goldfarb) 52:20

10M ago52:20

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Obviously friendship is a big topic around here, but one of the aspects we don't touch on much is how these important relationships have changed in modern culture. We now have hundreds of connections in our daily lives, where our ancestors probably never met that many people in their entire lifetime. Friendship writer Anna Goldfarb brings us 5 Thin…

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Ep 222: Stephen King Starter Kit Part II (What To Read + What To Skip) 49:09

11M ago49:09

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This episode is ONLY book recommendations. The original Stephen King Starter Kit episode has more of the author's biography and why I think reading Stephen King matters. You do NOT need to listen to Part I to enjoy Part II. LISTEN TO STEPHEN KING STARTER KIT Part I In this episode I'm sharing my personal favorites, what I would recommend if you don…

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BONUS: Is Everyone Happier Than Me? (4 Ways To Be Happier Online with author Sarah Bragg) 43:25

11M ago43:25

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It's a question we've all asked ourselves at some point....Is everyone happier than me? A relatable thought made worse by the perfection of social media and knowledge that life could go take us on a hundred different paths. Did we choose the right one? It's also the title of Sarah Bragg's new book, where she explores this topic with essays and stor…

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Stephen King Summer is HERE! 6:37

11M ago6:37

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My 4th annual book club dedicated to my favorite author (and the greatest living storyteller) is HERE! Stephen King Summer 2024 officially starts June 2 but you can jump in at any time over the next three months to join us for two movie watch-a-longs and three books. We're READING: 'Salem's Lot King's second novel was originally published in 1975 a…

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Ep 221: 10 Questions for a Road Trip 48:06

11M ago48:06

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It's almost road trip season! I'm giving you 10 prompts for great conversations in the car. I purposefully designed these to work with any age, and any type of relationship. They're a mix of fun and deep, and in the episode I share alternatives or tangents you can take with each prompt, as well as sharing my own answers and stories. Happy travels! …

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