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The ladies are joined by Hillary Frank, creator of the podcast The Longest Shortest Time and author of Weird Parenting Wins: Bathtub Dining, Family Screams, and Other Hacks From the Parenting Trenches. Hillary shares fun parenting hacks she's gathered from her listeners, tips on how to get it on as a parent, and what parenting advice to ignore (read: all of it!).

The ladies are joined by Dan Pashman, host of the Sporkful podcast and author of Eat More Better: How to Make Every Bite More Delicious. Dan and Kristen tackle questions about what's appropriate to tip for takeout, how to navigate a family culture clash over salt, and what to do when your friends always want to eat at expensive restaurants.

The ladies are joined by Bea Johnson, author of Zero Waste Home: The Ultimate Guide to Simplifying Your Life by Reducing Your Waste. Bea shares how to reduce waste as a parent, why it's important to adopt changes slowly, and her take on paper straws. Plus, Bea and Jolenta finally nerd out over their love of handkerchiefs!

Kristen and Jolenta are joined by Anuschka Rees, author of The Curated Closet: A Simple System for Discovering Your Personal Style and Building Your Dream Wardrobe. Anuschka answers listener questions about cutting down on buying fast fashion and getting rid of clothes that have emotional importance. Plus, Anuschka shares a book that changed her life!

Kristen and Jolenta are joined by Cristen Conger and Caroline Ervin, authors of Unladylike: A Field Guide to Smashing the Patriarchy and Claiming Your Space and hosts of the podcast Unladylike. The ladies answer listener questions about toxic masculinity in the workplace, how to explain privilege to a parent and how to be an ally. Plus, Cristen and Jolenta bond over their hatred of A Star Is Born!

The ladies chat with Countess LuAnn de Lesseps, star of the Real Housewives of New York City and author of Class with the Countess: How to Live with Elegance and Flair. LuAnn answers listener questions about etiquette, hosting and life as a reality TV star. Plus, she dishes about which Real Housewife should read her book!

Kristen and Jolenta chat with Florence Williams, the author of The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative. Florence answers listener questions about equity in outdoor spaces, finding nature in the city and how to enjoy nature without abusing the environment.

The ladies chat with Dan Harris, the author of Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics. Dan shares how a panic attack on Good Morning America brought him to meditation. Plus, Dan answers listener questions about when to know if you’re meditating and the different types of meditation.

The ladies chat with Shad Helmstetter, the author of What To Say When You Talk To Yourself. Shad answers listener questions about negative self-talk, perfectionism and affirmations and Kristen and Jolenta try not to cry!

Jolenta chats with journalist and communications expert Celeste Headlee, the author of We Need to Talk: How to Have Conversations That Matter. Celeste answers listener questions about communicating with your partner, talking about yourself when you don't like to, and why talking about something you love can spark a good conversation.

Kristen and Jolenta chat with Steve and Annette Economides, the authors of America's Cheapest Family Gets You Right on the Money. The couple share their qualms about how the ladies interpreted their book! Plus, they answer listener questions about buying vs. renting, how to teach your children about budgeting and why using the cash envelope system helps with budgeting. Lastly, Steve and Kristen bond over Abraham Lincoln.

Kristen and Jolenta chat with Gretchen Rubin about her new book Outer Order, Inner Calm: Declutter and Organize to Make More Room for Happiness. Plus, Gretchen answers listener questions about dealing with messy kids, navigating conversations about clutter with your partner and tips for keeping a tiny space clutter-free.