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134 episodes
Language
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Wendy Nielsen and Megan SamarinExplicit
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Date created
2020/09/28
Latest episode
2023/09/06
Average duration
41 min.
Release period
16 days
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We're your best friends on the internet! Join Megan and Wendy in a weekly conversation centered around the topics they care about like parenting, beauty, self-care, pop culture, midlife, friendships, current events, all in the light and humorous style that they’re known for.
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Introducing: Approved with Megan and Wendy
2023/09/06
Introducing Approved with Megan and Wendy!
Looking for a fun and informative podcast hosted by the dynamic duo Megan and Wendy? Look no further than Approved with Megan and Wendy. Your favorite Hallmark movie reviewers are bringing their same hilarious banter to a brand new show where they ask each other what they are using and loving for the week.
Visit the Approved with Megan and Wendy homepage. Three new episodes will debut on Wednesday, September 6th!
Where to Listen to Approved with Megan and Wendy?
Approved with Megan and Wendy is available now on all podcast platforms.
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What You Can Expect from Approved with Megan and Wendy
Approved with Megan and Wendy isn't just about laughs - these ladies are also sharing their not-so-expert recommendations on all the things you need in your life. They'll include things that they regularly repurchase and new discoveries they can't live without.
From beauty to home, car to cleaning, Megan and Wendy have got you covered. Reviews are always genuine and never sponsored.
Let Megan and Wendy do the hard work for you. The focus is on realistic solutions to real life problems, whether that's finding the perfect sunscreen or keeping your house clean.
So if you're a product junkie or just looking to make your life a little easier, please following and listen to Approved with Megan and Wendy every week.
Episode 100: The Future of Long Story Short
2023/08/30
Megan and Wendy sit down for the first time after a long summer hiatus to talk about the future of Long Story Short! We have several exciting announcements to make, so listen in!
Introducing Approved with Megan and Wendy
We're excited to announce our new podcast, Approved with Megan and Wendy. You can subscribe/follow NOW in the podcast app of your choice! New episodes drop on Wednesdays starting on September 6.
Long Story Short is Moving to Patreon
We're taking Long Story Short to Patreon permanently! We would love to have you join us there for just $5 per month. New episodes will drop every Monday. There's a seven day free trial available before you commit.
Our New Podcasting Schedule
With all of these changes comes a new schedule. We've created an easy to follow image so you know were to find us on any give day of the week.
Episode 99: Something About Summer
2023/05/25
There is something about summer, isn't there? The long, warm days that make everyone crazy come Labor Day. Megan and Wendy talk candidly about their hopes for this summer. Plus, a new addition to the Long Story Short team, a bone update from Wendy, and a recall that might affect you at home.
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Megan and Wendy talk about their summer plans and what they hope for.
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Mentioned in this Episode
* Understanding bone density results
* Target candle recall alert
* Starbucks rolling out nugget ice at their stores
* CROCS are number one on Amazon
* 100 things to do this summer and 100 things to do for teens during summer
* Hoka Clifton Walking Shoes ($145)
* Emeals - What is it? and our non-sponsored review of Emeals
* Large summer calendar, download and printable ($5.99)
* Sweaty summer solutions podcast
* MegaBabe Thigh Rescue ($14), Body Dust ($20) and Gold Bond Spray ($8)
* Megan's go-to sunscreens: Supergoop PLAY Everyday ($22+) and a href="https://rstyl...
Episode 98: 2023 Summer Reading Guide
2023/05/18
You all know this is Megan's 2023 Summer Reading Guide. Wendy's got absolutely nothing to do it! If you're looking for something good to read this summer, Megan has a book suggestion for you. From young adult to rom-com and sci-fi to personal memoir - this is a comprehensive summer reading list. Plus, an update on an Approved item, a milk shower, and emails to the teacher. Is it summer yet?
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Megan and Wendy share the 2023 Summer Reading Guide curated by super reader Megan! Young adult, rom-com, sci-fi, fantasy, memoirs and more!
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Mentioned in this Episode
* Target's Up & Up brand air freshener in fresh linen ($3.49)
* B-Tight Lift & Firm Booty Mask (Ulta, $49)
* What pink pepperslim does
* "Heartstopper" on Netflix
Summer Reading List 2023
All of these books are linked in our Amazon storefront!
* Solitaire by Alice Oseman
* True Love Experiment by Christina Lauren
* The Ferryman by Justin Cronin
* The Five Star Weekend by Elin Hilderbrand
* Georgie All Along by Kate Clayborn
* In the Lives of Puppets by TJ Klune
* A Heart that Works by Rob Delaney
* The Anthropocene Reviewed: Essays on a Human-Centered Planet by John Green
* The Happy Place by Emily Henry
* Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
* Red, White and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
Megan and Wendy Approved!
* Bona Pet System Mircrofiber Sweeping Pad (Target, $20)
* The Inkey Caffeine Eye Cream (Sephora, $10.99)
Episode 97: Bright and Tight – Body Beauty Favorites
2023/05/11
Megan and Wendy share their go-to favorite body beauty favorites products in today's brand new episode! Also, a ChatGPT experiment, berries from "Shark Tank" and the Bama Rush documentary. Plus, we want listeners to weigh in on Megan's weird neighbor situation!
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Megan and Wendy share their body beauty favorites
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Mentioned in this Episode
Everything Wendy Mentioned:
* Dr. Teals Foaming Bath in Cannabis Sativa Hemp Seed Oil
* Saltair Skin Softening Serum Body Wash in Pink Beach
* Tree Hut Coco Colada Foaming Gel Wash
* Tree Hut Sugar Scrub in Pineapple
* AOS Detox Lemon Brightening Sugar Scrub (small business from Bend, OR)
* Dry Brushing brush
* Body Buddy Lotion Applicator
* Nivea Skin Firming Body Lotion
* Eucerin Advanced Repair Hand Cream
* Apothecanna Extra Strength Body Cream with 400 mg CBD
* Maely's B-Glossy Smoothing Body Serum
* Mega Babe Body Dust
* The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7%
* Caudalie Hand and Nail Cream
Everything Megan Mentioned:
* Harry's Fig Scented Body Wash
* Naturium Glow Getter Body Wash
* Tree Hut Sugar Scrub in Pineapple,
Episode 96: Pop Culture Club – May 2023
2023/05/04
In today's brand new episode, Megan and Wendy share everything they are watching, reading, and reading in this month's Pop Culture Club May 2023. Plus, don't miss the Instagram fire Megan ignited about butter and a confession from Wendy.
Megan and Wendy share all the things they are watching, reading and listening to in this month's Pop Culture Episode.
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Mentioned in this Episode
Megan is Watching:
* Check out our Girls Gone Hallmark summer schedule. Fans of the podcast have requested their favorite Hallmark movies and they delivered! Feeling like a Hallmark movie, definitely catch something from this list.
* The Diplomat (Netflix)
* The Newsroom (from 2012, Aaron Sorkin)
* Survivor (CBS, Paramount+)
* Ted Lasso (AppleTV)
Wendy is Watching:
* Vanderpump Rules Watch with Brittany and Jax (Peacock)
* The Diplomat
* Emily in Paris (Netflix)
* George Michael Freedom Uncut documentary
* Shining Vale (Courtney Cox, Greg Kinnear, co-created by Sharon Horgan on STARZ)
* Ted Lasso
* The Fabelmans (Steven Spielberg)
* Are You There God, It's Me Margaret?
Megan is Reading:
* The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna
* Georgie All Along by Kate Clayborn
* Hate You Later by Ciara Blume
Wendy Wants to Read:
* Icebreaker by Hannah Grace
* Moments Like This by Anna Gomez and Kristoffer Polaha
* The Life Council by Laura Tremaine
Megan is Listening to:
* The Royals of Malibu (scripted podcast)
* On Fire with Jeff Probst
Wendy is Listening to:
* Jeff Lewis Live on SiriusXM
* Scheanagains with Scheana Shay
* Give Them Lala
* On Fire with Jeff Probst
Megan and Wendy Approved!
* Megan is loving the KIND Minis Dark Chocolate Nuts & Sea Salt bars ($8.99/Target)
* Wendy is a big fan of a href="https://rstyle.
Episode 95: Highs and Lows of Trader Joe’s
2023/04/27
Y'all love our Trader Joe's content so we decided to talk about the highs and lows of Trader Joe's in today's brand new podcast episode. Listen in for what we think is the good, the bad, and the ugly of America's quirkiest grocery retailer. Plus, a hot tip on Rao's at Costco, a Perrier update from Wendy, and an announcement about the future of this podcast.
What's your favorite, go-to item from Trader Joe's? Email the show at [email protected].
Megan and Wendy talk about the highs and lows of Trader Joe's.
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More Trader Joe's Content You Might Like
* Episode 18: Trader Joe's Beauty podcast (#1 most downloaded episode)
* Episode 13: Easy Trader Joe's Dinner Ideas
* Trader Joe's Kringle Flavors Ranked (highly searched blog post)
* Back to School Lunch Ideas from TJ's
Mentioned on this Episode
* @TraderJoes5ItemsOrLess Instagram account - LOVE!
* @TraderJoesList - go to Trader Joe's finds and reviews
Approved
* President Salted Butter (found at Ralphs for $4.29)
* Woodless pencils ($15)
Episode 94: Favorite Hair Products
2023/04/20
This episode is brought to you by jet lag. Megan and Wendy share their favorite hair products. Plus, a review of Wendy's trip to Paris, Megan co-signs on two of Wendy's previous Approved items, and a 21-Day Challenge that might not be recommended.
Would you rather a personal chef or a daily housekeeper? Email the show at [email protected].
Mentioned in this Episode
Wendy's Favorite Hair Products (short, progressively thinning, color-treated hair)
* Lush Daddyo purple shampoo
* Nioxin System 4 Shampoo and Conditioner
* Redken One United Multi-Benefit Treatment Spray
* Bumble and Bumble Surf Wave Foam
* Redken Control Hairspray #28
* Living Proof Full Dry Volume and Texture Spray
Megan's Favorite Hair Products (long, thick, non color-treated hair)
* ANTI-RECOMMENDATION: K18 Hair Mask
* Pantene Pro-V Daily Moisture Renewal Shampoo
* L'Oreal Elvive (black bottle)
* L'Oreal Paris Elvive Wonder Water
* Raw Sugar Multi Miracle Leave-in Conditioner & Heat Protectant
* Batiste Dry Shampoo
* Ouai Hair Oil
Approved
* Jo Malone Vitamin E Hand Treatment ($65)
* Perrier Carbonated Mineral Water ($6.59/8 pack)
Episode 93: April’s Pop Culture Club
2023/04/06
Megan and Wendy are back sharing everything they are watching, reading, and listening to in April's Pop Culture Club episode. Plus, some feedback from our last episode, a dry shampoo DIY update, and the return of The Petty Complaint Department.
Check out last month's Pop Culture Club where we shared everything our husbands are watching, reading, and listening to. Episode 89: Pop Culture Club - Husband Edition
Pop Culture Club is a monthly round up of everything Megan and Wendy are consuming: watching, reading, and listening to.
Mentioned in this Episode
* Episode 92: Things We're Into
* VEJA Esplar Low Top Sneaker (these are super cute!)
* Laguna Waterproof Lug Sole Chelsea Boot
* Megan's dry shampoo DIY video on TikTok
* And the follow up after it turned her hair green
* #WaterTok - understanding the underbelly of flavored waters
* Megan recommends Wendy download this book on Audible: Ice Breaker by Hannah Grace
What We're Consuming This Month
* What Megan's watching:
* School Spirits (Paramount+)
* Shrinking (Apple TV)
* Ted Lasso (Apple TV)
* Not Dead Yet
* Extraordinary (Hulu)
* The Big Door Prize (Apple TV)
* Survivor (CBS), American Idol (ABC) and Shark Tank (ABC)
* Reading:
* The Summer I Turned Pretty series (Jenny Han)
* Now is Not the Time to Panic (Kevin Wilson)
* Remarkably Bright Creatures (Shelby Van Pelt)
* In the Lives of Puppets (T.J. Klune)
* Yours Truly (Abby Jimenez)
* Ghosts (Dolly Alderton)
* Listening:
* Earth Break
* What Wendy's watching:
* Love is Blind (Netflix)
Episode 92: Things We’re Into Right Now
2023/03/30
Dying to know the things we're into right now? This episode is for you! Listen in as Megan and Wendy both share the things in their lives that are bringing them joy. Plus, talk about Harry Styles and his middle school smooch, Megan's love for TJ Maxx, the return of "Love Is Blind," and Wendy's travel anxiety.
Have a thought about today's episode? Email the show at [email protected].
Megan and Wendy are your new best friends on the internet. Today they're talking about all the things in their lives that bring joy.
Megan & Wendy Approved!
* Megan is loving her Rothy's 'The Driver' shoes in Sesame ($189)
* Need a new body lotion? Wendy approves the Naturium Bio Lipid Restoring Body Lotion ($14.99)
Mentioned in this Episode:
* These are the things Megan is into -
* Instagram - Trader Joe's 5 Items or Less or Conscious Chris
* Crystallowart on Instagram
* New Loopy Cases for Spring
* No phone time in the morning!
* The return of the sun in Southern California - temporarily.
* Weighted blankets and Nod Pod ($34)
* Summer planning
* These are the things Wendy is into -
* Heart and Soil Supplements
* Saie Slip Tint - Tinted Moisturizer ($36)
* ELF Halo Glow Liquid Filter ($14)
* ELF Holy Hydration HydroGel Moisturizer ($12)
* TikTok - @AmericanFille
* Shout Carpet Aerosol Stain and Odor Foaming Spray ($6.59)
* Trader Joe’s Many Things Snack Mix
* Crocs ($27)
Episode 91: Hot Old Ladies
2023/03/23
We couldn't have Old Dudes without a ladies edition. Listen in as Megan and Wendy share their favorite "hot old ladies" based on the insane popularity of the original Old Dudes episode from last year. Plus, an update on Megan's habit tracker, the Paris garbage situation, winning the email game, and the broken ankle saga continues.
Email the show at [email protected].
Megan and Wendy give an update to the original Hot Old Dudes episode with a ladies edition.
What Are You Missing?
Wondering what the heck we're even talking about? Over a year ago, we decided on discussing hot old dudes. We had to have a hot old ladies version as well. Hence Old Dudes: Ladies Edition.
Listen to the original Hot Old Dudes episode.
Megan and Wendy Approve
* Grab Megan's new favorite velour triangle makeup puffs on Amazon ($12.99)
* The Original Bee's Wax Old World Formula Furniture Polish 2-pack ($35)
Episode 90: Drugstore Makeup Favorites
2023/03/16
Throwing it back to their YouTube days, Megan and Wendy share their drugstore makeup favorites in today's brand new episode. But first, a polarizing "de-influencer," dinner dilemmas, #Scandoval, an update on habit tracking and timers, and a brain workout.
What's your absolutely favorite makeup item from the drugstore? Email at [email protected].
Megan and Wendy share their favorite drugstore makeup favorites in this brand new podcast episode.
Megan and Wendy Approved
* Megan loves the Naturium Azelaic Acid Emulsion to reduce redness on her face ($21.99)
* Vitamin D deficient? Wendy takes Replesta 50,000 IU Vitamin D3 weekly chewable wafers ($24.99_
Mentioned in this Episode
* Bethenny Frankel's Instagram
* emeals
* See the video we made about using emeals from 2019
* Trader Joe's 5 Items or Less Instagram
* An explanation of #Scandoval via Paper Magazine
* Watch every season of Vanderpump Rules on Peacock
* Daily printable habit tracker (via Etsy $2.25)
Drugstore Makeup Favorites
Everything product mentioned in today's podcast can be found here.
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back to the beginning
all caught up with recent episodes so now I am going back to the beginning, episode one. megan and wendy make me smile, laugh, cringe-all the things t...
lisajsla.. 2022/07/06
Great podcast!
I really enjoy this podcast. It’s my first go to podcast every week. Megan and Wendy talk about a lot of different topics from serious world issues to...
Michael From Mountains 2022/04/21
From A Guy Who Likes Girls Gone Hallmark.
Megan and Wendy have quietly created the best Hallmark Movie podcast out there. They are quick witted and entertaining yet not afraid to call out the ...
Sugarpilz 2022/04/10
Hallmark reviews and news
I am glad to have found fellow Hallmark movie viewers with interesting takes and peeks inside the actors and writers.
alekscake 2021/12/28
Down-to-earth and entertaining
I was introduced to Megan and Wendy though their social media channels, and their podcast has the same warmth, wit and relatability. For an elder mill...
Jennyjur 2021/10/05
One of my favorites!
Every time I listen to Long Story Short with Megan and Wendy, I feel like I’ve just had a good visit with dear friends. What they discuss is relatable...
tdratliff 2021/05/19
Just delightful!
I love love love Megan and Wendy’s friendship and rapport. They are delightful.
TheCopyCait 2021/05/04
Hanging with Friends!
Feels like a conversation with friends....who have great product recs! I enjoy their comfortable banter and the variety of topics, from the fluffy to ...
TransformingBuffs 2021/04/07
New friends during the pandemic
I’m so glad this podcast launched during the pandemic. It feels like I gained a couple of friends during quarantine.
allysonclara 2021/03/14
It's like hanging out with your best friends!
Just subscribed and am obsessed! I heard about Megan and Wendy from Deck The Hallmark podcast and have binged listened all day. It's like hanging out ...
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