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Today we have a deep conversation about diet fatigue and the resentment we sometimes feel when we have to work so hard for so long to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Don’t worry, we also have a good chuckle about Henny’s reticence to do simple household tasks, and we get excited about Banana Cottage Cheese muffins!   **Show Notes** Social Media Account we mentioned: @realfoodwholelife on Instagram

Today we hear all about Sandy’s recent girls’ outing to the Lip Lab in the Distillery District in Toronto. It sounds VERY cool. Then we get into a few of the books we’ve read recently. Finally, we learn that we’re both kind of “off” bananas, but we are both “on” the same fruit. Any guesses? (Note: Please accept our apologies in advance that there is a bit of echo in some parts of the recording.)   **Show Notes** Shows we mentioned: Brothers (on Apple+) Dancing with the Stars (on Disney+) Books we mentioned: Brother, I’m Dying by Edwidge Danticat Driven by Susie Wolff Little Fish by Casey Plett

Today we find out that we have both had some similar experiences lately with pruning our houseplants, getting out in nature, and even offering drinks to strangers who come to our doors. We also chat about a book Henny has read recently that proves we should all be sharing just a bit more about ourselves. What do you think? Is oversharing a thing?   **Show Notes** Books we mentioned: Revealing: The Underrated Power of Oversharing by Leslie John Growing Up Urkel by Jaleel White Podcast we mentioned: Getting Naked with Valerie Bertinelli

Today we start with a good chuckle about how wrong people are when they assume our ages and our relationships to the people around us. Then we get into a discussion about wills, inheritance, and how different some people’s opinions are from our own when it comes to these things. Finally, we learn that Sandy’s AI believes her to be resilient (spoiler alert: she actually really is).   **Show Notes** Podcast we mentioned: Armchair Expert (episode with Ray Madoff from Sept. 2) Places we mentioned: Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum in Hamilton Bad Axe Throwing in Burlington

Today we hear Henny’s latest hot take, and Sandy just can’t quite believe it! Then we get into some details about both of our recent vacations. Henny’s been road-tripping it up while Sandy’s been living the cottage life. We share some of the activities that kept us busy and - of course - the food that kept us full!   **Show Notes** Spa we mentioned: https://www.natureselementswellness.com/

Today we talk about Sandy’s recent encounter with Toronto wildlife and Henny’s current hair struggles. We also learn that Sandy may have be propositioned to do a job that is somewhat strange. Finally, Henny talks a bit more about the impact weight loss drugs are having on her appetite and food choices. Show Notes: None today!

Today we talk a bit about bugs and bug bites because Sandy’s just been on a 4 day hike along the Bruce Trail and Henny’s been on dog duty. (Spoiler: We are both a bit whiny when it comes to bug bites.) Then we get excited about some delicious grain salads. (Yes, you can be genuinely excited about a salad.) Finally, we have a whole debate about Swiss Chalet Dipping Sauce. Is it a yay or a nay for you? And is it a sauce, a gravy, or an au jus? Let us know.   **Show Notes** Recipe we mentioned: Moroccan Quinoa Salad (in Every Salad Ever by Greta Podleski)   TV shows we mentioned: The Hawk (on Netflix) Half Man (on Crave) Long Lost Family (on Amazon Prime)   Podcast we mentioned: Chasing Life with Dr. Sanjay Gupta (Episode from July 21: Ticks are on the Move)

Today we get the full run-down on Sandy’s recent European vacation, and we hear a bit about the odd job Henny has picked up during her summer vacation. We also discuss the strangeness of time . . . why it goes so fast and so slow, etc. Finally, we just have to share a picture of this amazing construction site cake Sandy made!   **Show Notes** TV shows we mentioned: Formula 1: Drive to Survive (on Netflix) Tour de France: Unchained (on Netflix)

Today we had a great discussion about taking care of ourselves well by using sunscreen, exploring HRT options, and asking good questions at the doctor’s office. We also lament the fact that every trip to Costco is going to cost a lot, but we think it’s worth it. Finally, Henny learns that she should be keeping her herbs upright in a glass of water. Who knew?!   **Show Notes** Movie we mentioned: Remarkably Bright Creatures (on Netflix) TV show we mentioned: For All Mankind (on Prime and Apple+) Book we mentioned: A Hymn to Life: Shame Has to Change Sides by Gisèle Pelicot Podcasts we mentioned: Chasing Life with Dr. Sanjay Gupta (Episode from June 9 about sunscreen) Unpaused by Mary Claire Haver

Today we go on a deep dive into movies and shows we’ve been loving recently. Henny’s had a few issues to deal with lately, and she’s tried to be brave about them. Sandy’s had some corrective eye surgery, and she’s sporting some fabulous glasses to protect those peepers. Finally, we play a little game of “Have you replaced your ____ or not?” Join us!   **Show Notes** Movies we mentioned: Almost Famous Fast Times at Ridgemont High Office Romance Red, White, and Royal Blue Remarkably Bright Creatures Is This Thing On?   TV shows we mentioned: Rooster (on Crave) Shrinking (on Apple+) Margot’s Got Money Problems (on Apple+) Hacks (on Crave)

Today is all about wild lives. We talk all about some actual wildlife that is living outside of Sandy’s front door. We also hear from Henny about the wild afterlife of our garbage - where it goes and how it gets repurposed (or not). And while Sandy has a bit of a wild life herself and is out playing tag at a trampoline park, Henny’s current version of wild is carrying a purse instead of just grabbing her phone and wallet in her hand.   **Show Notes** Podcast we mentioned: TED Radio Hour: How to be a “Super Ager” (Episode from May 1) Books we mentioned: Waste Wars: The Wild Afterlife of Your Trash by Alexander Clapp No Place to Go by Lezlie Lowe

Today we have an episode all about food. Sandy recently had an exquisite dining experience, and Henny is about to become a restaurant kitchen of one. We also chat about some of our favourite kitchen gadgets (you’ve heard them before but they need some more love) and why homemade salad dressing just hits differently!   **Show Notes** Recipe we mentioned: Livy Method Cauliflower Parmesan (just google it!) Book we mentioned: Every Salad Ever by Greta Podleski

Today we get off to a raucous chat about all the wonderfully fun and funny things there are to watch on TV these days. Don’t worry - we do get serious too. Finally, we discuss the stigma related to GLP-1s and some cool new information we just learned about them too!   **Show Notes** Podcast we mentioned: Chasing Life with Dr. Sanjay Gupta (episode from May 1)   TV Shows/Movies we mentioned: Margo’s Got Money Troubles on Apple TV Rooster on Crave Big Mistakes on Netflix Running Point on Netflix Song Sung Blue on Prime

Today we’re back on track with sharing some interesting things we’ve been reading and watching. We’re talking all about ways we can care better for ourselves and our world. We also get into the weeds on bedding and towels (it’s riveting, we promise).   **Show Notes** TV Show we mentioned: The Plastic Detox on Netflix   Books we mentioned: The Mess That We Made by Michelle Lord All Consuming: Why We Eat the Way We Eat Now by Ruby Tandoh   Podcast we mentioned: Armchair Expert with Rachel Zoffness (Episode from April 15, 2026)

Today we’re sending some love to all of our WW buddies - whether we sat beside you in a workshop years ago, text back and forth from time to time, or continue to see you on a regular basis - we are so grateful for your friendship. We’re laughing about all different words of hatred Henny uses about pickles (there are at least 3 of them), and we’re learning about different types of hernias from Sandy. It’s called range, people.   **Show Notes** TV Shows/Movies we mentioned: Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields (on Disney+) Love on the Spectrum (on Netflix)