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congrats i guess?? this week, we're unpacking the status symbols, social expectations, and random flexes that just don't hit the same anymore. from climbing the corporate ladder and loud luxury (not the djs lmao) to having a huge friend group and knowing the bouncer, we're questioning what we've been conditioned to aspire to and what actually matters to us now. are we growing up, becoming haters, or simply seeing through the hype? anya's favorite: bobby westside on tiktok + housewife by tate mcrae kylie's favorite: shea moisture even skin antiperspirant make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and follow us on instagram @twodegreeshotter! if you have any suggestions for topics you want to hear us cover, send them our way at https://bit.ly/2WAjznf.

this week, we're taking friendship drama from reddit and putting our moral compasses to the test. from questionable bestie behavior and competing expectations to showing up for your friends when it's inconvenient, we're debating who owes who what in adult friendships. does being a good friend mean always being there, or are some expectations simply asking too much? we're handing down our verdicts, questioning our own friendship standards, and asking the age-old question: to have a village, do you really have to be a villager? anya's favorite: manicurist green polishes kylie's favorite: silver puma speedcats make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and follow us on instagram @twodegreeshotter! if you have any suggestions for topics you want to hear us cover, send them our way using the link in our bio.

this week we're getting into our current yes list & no lists 🫛 from solid wood furniture, signature scents, and peas (yes, peas) to fantasy-self purchases, doom scrolling in bed, and things we're officially over. we're sharing the habits we're embracing, the things we're leaving behind, and the oddly specific opinions we're currently standing by !! anya's favorites: Stroke-N-Seal Envelope Moistener, Maison Alhambra Delilah Pour Femme Eau De Parfum Spray for Womenkylie's favorite: muji planner make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode, follow us on instagram @twodegreeshotter, and send us your topic suggestions here 💌

this week we're talking about the hidden costs of your 20s: all the random, expensive, and oddly specific things nobody warned us we'd be spending so much money on. from weddings, gifts, and therapy to dental work, home maintenance, subscriptions, professional clothes, and the shocking price of a casual drink in boston, we're breaking down the expenses that quietly add up once you enter adulthood. this isn't a complaint episode (mostly), just a reality check on where our money seems to disappear every month. if you've ever looked at your bank account and thought "how did that happen?" this one's for you. anya's favorite: chelsea cutler's new album kylie's favorite: trader joe's cherry pie cookies make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and follow us on instagram @twodegreeshotter! if you have any suggestions for topics you want to hear us cover, feel free to send them here: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2WAjznf⁠⁠⁠.

this week we're discussing one of the most important questions of our time: what exactly makes someone seem chic? from compact mirrors and tortoise accessories to speaking multiple languages, we're unpacking all of our completely subjective indicators of chicness. along the way, anya shares a career update, kylie gives us house progress reports, and we debate whether ordering sparkling water at a restaurant is inherently chic. tune in for our most scientifically rigorous conversation yet 3 anya's favorite: boston general store + clear flour baker, highlighters kylie's favorite: snackish chips make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and follow us on instagram @twodegreeshotter! if you have any suggestions for topics you want to hear us cover, feel free to send them here: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2WAjznf⁠⁠⁠.

fall is officially here, which means it's time for our annual attempt to get our lives together. this week we're sharing the habits, routines, goals, and random life admin we're locking in on this season. from strength training, wedding planning, crockpot dinners, paper planners, and finally answering the question: what if we just did the things we said we were going to do? we're also walking through our fall bucket lists, featuring estate sales, stationery stores, gilmore girls rewatches, twilight marathons, housewarming plans, nyc adventures, signature scent hunting, and a few highly specific personal quests. consider this your permission slip to romanticize fall while also getting your life moderately organized. anya's favorite: camp hollow kylie's favorite: pottery painting + olipop crisp apple make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and follow us on instagram @twodegreeshotter! if you have any suggestions for topics you want to hear us cover, feel free to send them here: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2WAjznf⁠⁠.

every wedding has lore. this week we're diving into some of the internet's messiest wedding stories: bridesmaid drama, family feuds, wedding money debates, guest list controversies, and people making someone else's wedding entirely about themselves. as someone currently wedding planning, anya may or may not have some thoughts. 👀 grab a drink and come judge strangers with us!! anya's favorite: french laundry candle, Liquid Death Doctor Death Sparkling Water kylie's favorite: billie shave oil

whether you're anxious, overstimulated, burnt out, stuck in a funk, or experiencing a full-blown hot girl emergency, we've got a wellness habit for that. this week we're sharing the little routines, rituals, and coping mechanisms we reach for depending on exactly how we're feeling. from rage runs and everything showers to comfort shows, group workout classes, and strategic rot nights, consider this our personal guide to emotional support wellness habits. if you've ever found yourself thinking "what do i actually need right now?" this episode is for you. anya's favorite: clinique black honey mascara, ulta salon kylie's favorite: coconut espresso martini make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and follow us on instagram @twodegreeshotter! if you have any suggestions for topics you want to hear us cover, feel free to send them here: ⁠https://bit.ly/2WAjznf⁠.

this week we're taking inventory of our most random strengths and weaknesses. somehow we're capable of navigating public transportation in a foreign country and making a perfect soft boiled egg, but folding a fitted sheet and remembering to buy birthday cards continue to humble us. along the way we recap anya's anniversary trip, kylie's house updates, a pottery-painting coping mechanism, and more!! anya's favorite: the odyssey kylie's favorite: mrs. meyers rain scent make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and follow us on instagram @twodegreeshotter! if you have any suggestions for topics you want to hear us cover, feel free to send them here: https://bit.ly/2WAjznf.

this week we're handing out grades to every corner of our lives and discovering that adulthood is basically one long performance review. from finances and fitness to friendships, sleep, careers, hobbies, and fun, we're giving ourselves honest (and occasionally generous) report cards as summer starts to wind down. we chat wedding planning updates, kylie's new homeowner era, marathon training, career motivation slumps, relationship wins, and the categories that could definitely use a little extra attention before fall. grab your red pen and come grade your own life alongside us. anya's favorite: opreshyne jewelry kylie's favorite: chobani pumpkin spice creamer follow us on instagram @twodegreeshotter for more hot takes, life updates, and questionable opinions about adulthood.

this week we're putting our decision-making skills to the test with a series of difficult hypothetical scenarios. what would you do if your friend started dating the worst person you've ever met? if your company accidentally paid you twice? along the way we tackle friendship drama, career crossroads, relationship dilemmas, surprise money, and more. turns out it's very easy to have strong opinions when none of it is actually happening to you. we'd love to know: what would you do? 👀 anya's favorites: caudelie beauty elixer, clinique high impact gel tech eyeliner kylie's favorites: dillon’s gin cocktails; spicy beef broth bowls follow us on instagram @twodegreeshotter for more hot takes, life updates, and questionable opinions about adulthood.

this week we're putting ourselves through the ultimate personality test: a completely unscientific game of "this or that." from unlimited coffee vs unlimited wine to double your salary vs working three fewer days a week, we're making impossible choices, overexplaining our answers, and learning way too much about each other in the process. expect strong opinions, questionable logic, a few existential crises, and some surprisingly revealing takes on money, relationships, careers, and everyday life. turns out choosing between tsa precheck and a window seat says more about you than you think. anya's favorites: quince italian leather trapeze crossbody kylie's favorites: lip lab cheek stick and mad honey by jodi picoult follow us on instagram @twodegreeshotter for more hot takes, life updates, and questionable opinions about adulthood.

all it takes is one trip to the rmv, an oil change, or finding forgotten venmo money to realize you've officially become an adult. this week, we're rating random adult experiences on a completely scientific scale. from getting your security deposit back and memorizing your social security number to understanding health insurance (or attempting to), we're ranking the highs, lows, and surprisingly thrilling moments of grown-up life 💸✨ plus, we're catching up on wedding planning, e-bike adventures, pottery painting, injury-free long runs, and our latest favorites!! anya's favorites: saguaro garden bar, rhode toasted teddy blush kylie's favorites: pizza bagels follow us on instagram @twodegreeshotter for more hot takes, life updates, and questionable opinions about adulthood.

back in january, we set our financial goals for 2026, and now we're seeing how things are actually going: are we ahead, behind, or exactly where we thought we'd be? from asking for raises and avoiding lifestyle creep to navigating wedding expenses, home-buying conversations, and the occasional regrettable activewear purchase, we're sharing what's changed, what's stayed the same, and the money lessons we're learning in real time. we also chat about our best purchases of the year, the things we definitely didn't need, and what we're doubling down on for the rest of 2026. if you've been wondering whether you're "on track" financially, consider this your reminder that everyone's figuring it out as they go. anya's favorites: archies flip flops and trader joes sweet onion pretzels kylie's favorite: cyklar deodorant make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and follow us on instagram @twodegreeshotter! if you have any suggestions for topics you want to hear us cover, feel free to send them using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2WAjznf⁠⁠⁠⁠.

this week, relationship court is officially back in session. we're diving into some of reddit's messiest dating and relationship dilemmas, from long-distance situationships and mixed signals to trust issues, breakups, and people making decisions that definitely seemed better in their heads. before that, we catch up on our weeks, discuss why interviews are weird, recap a concert, and share a pretty expensive life update from kylie that might just be the biggest plot twist of her year!! 👀 grab a snack, bring your strongest opinions, and get ready to decide who's right, who's wrong, and who should probably log off reddit for a little while. anya's favorite: LEUCHTTURM1917 - 120G Special Edition - Medium A5 Dotted Hardcover Notebook kylie's favorites: nurri protein shakes + brand new eyes by paramore make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and follow us on instagram @twodegreeshotter! if you have any suggestions for topics you want to hear us cover, feel free to send them using this link: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2WAjznf⁠⁠⁠.