Explore every episode of the podcast Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project
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| 377 | Community, Sobriety & the Beautiful Juggle of It All | 19 Feb 2026 | 00:56:40 | |
Welcome back, WIFs! In this deeply honest and inspiring episode, Lauren and Michelle are joined by their friend, legal expert, community nerd (her words!), and founder of Posey Law Group, Stephanie Posey. We settle in for a cozy catch-up before diving into a conversation that feels grounded, brave, and beautifully real. Stephanie shares her journey to five years of sobriety—what led her there, what it’s taught her, and how choosing an alcohol-free life didn’t shrink her world… it expanded it. The sisters talk about what it means to build a life you actually want to be present for, the quiet strength required to change, and how sobriety can be less about restriction and more about freedom. From there, the conversation opens into the very real season of sandwich parenting—caring for children while supporting aging parents—and the emotional and logistical juggle that comes with it. Stephanie reflects on running a small business, staying deeply involved in her local community, and raising a family without losing herself in the process. You’ll also hear about Stephanie’s Maven program through Posey Law Group, where she helps women start and structure their businesses the right way—legally protected, empowered, and confident from day one. It’s practical, powerful, and exactly the kind of support more women deserve. As always, Lauren and Michelle weave in laughter, warmth, and thoughtful reflection on what they’re reading, watching, and listening to—before closing out with their Simple Joys of the week. This episode is about resilience. It’s about choosing clarity. It’s about community, boundaries, and building a life that feels steady and sustainable. Press play, get cozy, and join us for a conversation that reminds you: you can rewrite your story at any time A heartfelt thank you to Posey Law Group and Chicago Private Wealth Group for supporting this episode and our cozy community.
If you’re interested in starting a conversation with their team, you can reach them by phone at 708.247.1700, through email at chicagopwg@lplfinancial.com, or by visiting chicagopwg.com. Just mention that you heard about them from our show. Securities and Advisory Services offered through LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor. Member FINRA & SIPC.” And if you’re a woman building a business and want to start on solid legal ground, Stephanie’s work at Posey Law Group is a powerful place to begin. | |||
| 376 | Sometimes You Go Deep. Sometimes You Talk About Farts. | 12 Feb 2026 | 01:05:16 | |
Welcome back, WIFs! After a sisterly catch-up and reflections on what they’re caring less about lately - the sisters lean into the importance of trusting your instincts and speaking up, even when it’s uncomfortable. Lauren is sharing a cautionary tale from a recent flight and offers insight on how she handled behavior between two people that greatly concerned her. And then… because balance matters and life doesn’t need to be that serious all the time, the Hot Topic takes a turn into much-needed comic relief: farting. Yep. Fart pride vs. fart shame. What starts as pure silliness quickly becomes a surprisingly human (and very funny) look at family dynamics, intimacy, and why sometimes you just need a laugh to reset your nervous system. Along the way, Lauren and Michelle share what they’re reading, watching, and listening to, reflect on the fragility of life, and wrap things up with Simple Joys rooted in survival, good food, and everyday relief. Consider this episode a reminder that caring less doesn’t mean caring nothing—it means knowing when to go deep, when to trust yourself, and when to laugh it off. Press play, snuggle up, and enjoy the exhale. Resources: Pork Meatballs with Ginger and Fish Sauce This episode is sponsored by Posey Law Group and Chicago Private Wealth Group. Chicago Private Wealth Group is made up of wealth advisors Rick Shanley, Matt Arhontas, and Robert Buoy. If you’re interested in starting a conversation with their team, you can reach them by phone at 708.247.1700, through email at chicagopwg@lplfinancial.com, or by visiting chicagopwg.com. Just mention that you heard about them from our show. Securities and Advisory Services offered through LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor. Member FINRA & SIPC. | |||
| 367 | The Power of Speaking Up: Boys and Men’s Mental Health with Jimmy Maley | 20 Nov 2025 | 01:04:00 | |
Welcome back, WIFs! Grab your coffee and settle in for another cozy chat with Lauren and Michelle. This week, they welcome fellow SJC Wildcat and podcaster Jimmy Maley, from The Maley Way Podcast, for a heartfelt, funny, and refreshingly honest conversation about boys, men, their mental health - and why empathy is actually the most badass trait a man can have. Together, the trio digs into mental health, Jimmy’s experience with depression, and the tricky space between masculinity and vulnerability. Jimmy opens up about what he’s seeing in young men today and how parents can show up better for their sons. Expect laughter, insight, and a few “huh, that’s so true” moments. A very cozy thank-you to our sponsor, Let It Be Us, for the beautiful work they’re doing in foster care and adoption across Illinois. And Lizzie Selle Studio for allowing us the opportunity to show off some of her incredible one of a kind creations. So light a candle, grab your blanket, and press play. This one’s for anyone raising sons, has a man in their life, or just trying to understand them better because the truth is, mental health struggles don’t discriminate. Resources: Thank you to our sponsors; | |||
| 277 | The Golden Globes, “Dry January”, & The Power of Kindness | 11 Jan 2024 | 01:03:36 | |
Join Michelle and Lauren for lots of wheezy laughs in this week’s episode as they discuss Jeremy Allen White’s new Calvin Klein campaign, a cannabis-infused dryish January, thoughts on this year’s Golden Globes, and the power of kindness. Hot Topics: The Holdovers, cannabis edibles, and 10-year-old Sephora girls If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Jeremy Allen White | Calvin Klein Anchor: Support Our Small Business Thank you to our sponsors; Curaleaf, The Upbeet Life, Meridian Pyschiatric Partners | |||
| 276 | Slowing Down, Saltburn, & Dirty Martinis | 04 Jan 2024 | 00:54:53 | |
Happy New Year, listeners! Join Michelle and Lauren in this week’s episode as they catch up in 2024! Per usual, they discuss what they are reading and watching, including the ever-so-popular, Saltburn. Learn how Lauren shakes up the perfect dirty martini and how both sisters are committed to a slow-paced life this year. Hot Topics: dirty martinis, Fargo, and coffee in bed If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Anchor: Support Our Small Business Thank you to our sponsors; The Upbeet Life, and Meridian Psychiatric Partners | |||
| 275 | Our Christmas Round Up | 29 Dec 2023 | 00:51:33 | |
This week, sit back and relax as the sisters offer a full review of their Christmas Eve. From fish salads to Escalade limos, this episode is filled with nostalgia and holiday vibes. Hot Topics: Volare restaurant, White Elephant, and giving up worrying. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Anchor: Support Our Small Business Thank you to our sponsors; Meridian Psychiatric Partners, Vaupell Automotive, The UpBeet Life | |||
| 274 | Our Christmas Special! | 21 Dec 2023 | 01:01:43 | |
In this weeks episode, the sisters are toasting to the holidays! Michelle and Lauren take a trip down memory lane to share some of their favorite Christmas memories, the good and the bad, along with a rather cheeky game of Holiday Movie - Marry, Shag, or Kill.
Hot Topics: Shrimp appetizers, Love Actually, and our caroling troupe, The Jollies.
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| 273 | Camel Toe, Word of The Year, & Andy Williams | 14 Dec 2023 | 00:57:04 | |
This week, Michelle and Lauren discuss the horrors of camel toe, the Oxford dictionary’s word of the year, and that time Andy Williams’ (yes the guy who sings It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year) ex-wife murdered her husband in Aspen. Hot Topics: Rizz, Love Has Won, and sleeping with the windows open. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Links: Anchor: Support Our Small Business Thank you to our sponsors; The Upbeat Life, Vaupell Auto, MPP | |||
| 272 | Motherhood and Cannabis | 07 Dec 2023 | 00:56:22 | |
This week, the sisters were joined by Kim Schmidtbauer and Sara Raasch of Curaleaf dispensaries to discuss the stressors of motherhood, finding the job of your dreams, and how they integrate cannabis into their lives. Thank you to Curaleaf for helping women across the country de-stress and relieve minor aches and pains with low-dose cannabis edibles. Hot Topics: Sleep gummies, CBN, and the hardships of motherhood. Sponsored by; CHT Orthodontics, The Upbeet Life, Vaupell Auto | |||
| 271 | Women’s Mental Health and The Hormonal Journeys We Go Through | 30 Nov 2023 | 01:13:33 | |
This week, the sisters were joined by board-certified psychiatrist and medical director of Meridian's Reproductive Psychiatry & Wellness Division, Dr. Aparna Chatterjee, M.D. Women go through so many changes throughout our lifetimes, many of which we are never fully prepared for or informed about. And with these hormonal changes can come mental health challenges. Dr. Chatterjee joins in on a cozy conversation to help us better understand the journey women experience and how we can tend to our mental health during shifts and transitions. Hot Topics: Perimenopause, postpartum OCD, and menopause. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: | |||
| 270 | Thanksgiving, Free Birding, and Twin Flames | 23 Nov 2023 | 01:06:05 | |
In this episode, Lauren and Michelle are diving into Thanksgiving traditions, Gwenyth Paltrow’s newest slang for empty nesting, and yet another cult documentary, Escaping Twin Flames. Hot Topics: Curaleaf, Martha Stewart, and chicken in a bag If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Caroling, Cocoa, Candy + Candles A Cozy Canna Conversation With Curaleaf Anchor: Support Our Small Business Thank you to our sponsors; CHT Orthodontics, Vaupell Auto, The Upbeet Life, MPP | |||
| 269 | Holiday Hygiene, Britney Spears, & Stuck in Child’s Pose | 16 Nov 2023 | 01:05:51 | |
This week, Michelle and Lauren are discussing Britney’s memoir, how to manage some holiday stress, and the time Lauren got stuck in child’s pose after an evening yoga class.
Hot Topics: Flower Power Club, Marco Island, & a Scandinavian Christmas
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| 268 | Matthew Perry, Pomegranates, & Wigs | 08 Nov 2023 | 00:59:25 | |
In this week’s episode, Lauren and Michelle discuss Matthew Perry’s legacy and pomegranates' incredible health benefits. Time to stock up! They’re also in wigs, which makes everything more fun. Hot Topics: Britney Spears' memoir, Michelle’s Halloween party, and Tarte’s creaseless concealer. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: 10 Health Benefits of Pomegranates Thank you to our sponsors; The Upbeet Life, Closest Closet, CHT Orthodontics, Vaupell Auto | |||
| 366 | The Cozy Reset: How to Embrace the Darker Season and Actually Love It | 13 Nov 2025 | 01:03:34 | |
Grab your peppermint tea and settle in — Lauren and Michelle are back with another cozy, laughter-filled catch-up that’ll make you want to slow down, care less, and do a little more of nothing. This week, the sisters dive into Michelle’s Sip & Rip Retreat (a.k.a. the coziest girls’ getaway of the year) — complete with bracelet ceremonies, decoupaged shells, and a surprisingly delightful alcohol-free experience. You’ll also pick up a new holiday mocktail recipe that’s as festive as it is functional: Marcy’s Cherry Ginger Mocktail. Then, the convo turns inward (and hygge AF) as Lauren and Michelle talk about finding joy in the simple sh*t — leaning into the darker, slower season, decluttering, and realizing that maybe… we already have everything we need. Expect cozy tips galore — from Trader Joe’s candles and simmer pots to early bedtimes and peppermint tea. They also chat about The War of Art (a creative kick in the pants) and why VO₂ max might just be your key to longevity — plus, a few laughs over the worst movie rewatch of all time. This one’s for anyone ready to embrace cozy season, simplify life, and find joy in being, not doing. Resources: Thank you to our sponsors; | |||
| 267 | It’s Christmas Now, Tradwives, and the Health Benefits of Birding | 02 Nov 2023 | 01:00:13 | |
The Sister Project has flipped the holiday switch and are officially in Christmas mode. They’re also discussing social media tradwives and the health benefits of birding because there are many! Hot Topics: A Little Life, A Haunting in Venice, & Surprise, Surprise If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Under The Influence With Joe Piazza - Tradwife Podcast Anchor: Support Our Small Business Thank you to our sponsors; Closest Closet, CHT Orthodontics, Vaupell Automotive, The Upbeet Life | |||
| 266 | Witches Ride, Halloween History, & Natalie Holloway | 26 Oct 2023 | 01:08:09 | |
This week’s episode is a spooky, cozy conversation filled with real ghost stories, why we celebrate Halloween, and closure in the Natalie Holloway murder case. Hot Topics: coffee makers, our hometown (La Grange, IL), and getting the most out of libraries. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! The Sister Project - YouTube The Sister Project - Blog How To Get The Most Out Of Your Library - NPR Lifekit Phillips Fully Automatic Espresso Machine | |||
| 265 | Haunted Houses, Bloody Mary, & Naked Attraction | 19 Oct 2023 | 01:01:58 | |
In this week’s episode, Michelle and Lauren dive into old-school Halloween legends, haunted house adventures, Michelle’s newest TV recommendation (buckle up), and a recap of Lauren’s trip to NYC. Hot Topics: Jada Pinkett Smith, Halloween candy, and McDonald’s new sauces! If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Ep 192 | Resilience and Friendship with Kellene O'Connell Anchor: Support Our Small Business Thank you to our sponsors; Vaupell Auto, Closest Closet, and CHT Orthodontics | |||
| 264 | Pam Anderson, Dead Mom's Birthday, & Castor Oil | 12 Oct 2023 | 00:58:46 | |
In this week’s episode, the sisters are discussing Pam Anderson rolling up to Paris Fashion Week sans make-up, their dead mom’s birthday, and the potential skin benefits of castor oil. Hot Topics: The Golden Bachelor, ghosts, and products we love If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Pam Anderson Went Makeup Free At Paris Fashion Week Anchor: Support Our Small Business This podcast is sponsored by; Closest Closet, CHT Orthodontics, Vaupell Auto | |||
| 263 | FTD Awareness, Products We Love, and a Very Special Guest | 05 Oct 2023 | 01:08:13 | |
Today on the podcast, Michelle’s alter ego, Lil Blinda, joins the sisters to chat phone etiquette, the Murdaugh Murders, and products the sisters are loving right now. Hot Topics: Kitsch hair care, Montessori toddlers, & phone call etiquette | |||
| 262 | Mewing, Bethany Frankel & When Lauren Got Her Groove Back | 28 Sep 2023 | 01:09:02 | |
In this week’s episode, Lauren is sharing when she finally felt like her old self after having a baby. The sisters are also discussing the internet's attempt to cancel Bethenny Frankel and the viral way to look amazing in any photo you take. Prepare to mew! Hot Topics: The disappearance of Kristin Smart, intermittent fasting, and New Buffalo, Michigan If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Podcast Sponsors: Closest Closet, Vaupell Automotive, CHT Orthodontics Resource Links: Mel Robbins Podcast: 6 Intermittent Fasting Protocols For Weight Loss The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches Third Wheel Premier - One Night Only | |||
| 261 | Fast Fashion, Thrifting, and Sisterhood | 21 Sep 2023 | 00:58:21 | |
This week, the sisters are joined by the founder and COO of Closest Closet, Danielle Osborne. After learning about the detrimental effects fast fashion is having on our environment, Danielle opened her very own second-hand boutique in La Grange, IL. Her mission is to inspire all to rethink how they shop and the impact their consumption has on the planet. Hot Topics: Sister thrifting, Ghana, and Zara If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resources; Anchor: Support Our Small Business Thank you to our sponsors; Closest Closet, Vaupell Automotive, and CHT Orthodontics. | |||
| 260 | Blue Zones, Fall Poems, & White Coat Syndrome | 14 Sep 2023 | 00:55:22 | |
In this episode, Michelle and Lauren dive into the Netflix hit series, Live to 100, and along with how Lauren works Jedi mind tricks at the doctor’s office. Hot topics: free bleeding, Blue Zones, and Michelle’s current reads. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! | |||
| 259 | Autumn Reset & Pimple Popping In Public | 06 Sep 2023 | 01:09:21 | |
In this episode, Michelle and Lauren address some curious behavior at recent Chicago baseball games and dive into ways to reset for fall. Per usual. they share what they’re reading, watching, and listening to. Enjoy and stay cozy! Hot Topics: Clean girl nails, red zinfandel, and Modest Mouse If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: | |||
| 258 | Fall Fashion Trends of 2023 & Not Giving Up On Your Dreams | 31 Aug 2023 | 00:55:16 | |
This conversation with The Sister Project is inspired by The Mel Robbins Podcast and fall fashion! Move over Barbie pink, there’s a new hue in town! Hot topics: Health benefits of peas, Netflix’s Depp vs. Heard, & a solid parenting tip from Michelle If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Mel Robbins: Giving Up Is Not an Option The Everygirl's Guide To Fall Fashion 9 Major Trends That Will Define Fall Fashion | |||
| 365 | How to Care Less (and Enjoy More) This Holiday Season | 06 Nov 2025 | 00:58:05 | |
Lauren and Michelle are back with a cozy reminder to do less and enjoy more this holiday season. From slowing down and caring less to embracing the art of doing absolutely nothing, this episode is your permission slip to simplify the season. Things kick off with laughter over Kim Kardashian’s latest creation—SKIMS merkins (yes, pubic wigs are a thing again)—before diving into Michelle’s first-ever Artist’s Date at a cozy indie bookstore and Lauren’s tales from the toddler bedtime trenches. The sisters chat about homemade ornaments, vintage sequins, and June’s famous dill and ranch CRACKers while sharing how to ditch the holiday chaos and focus on connection over perfection. With their signature blend of humor and heart, they offer practical tips for reclaiming calm: set boundaries, rest often, and embrace the cozy sabbath. They also spotlight their featured partners, Let It Be Us and Helping Hand Signature Homes, and wrap up with what they’re watching, listening to, and their simple joys of the week. So go on—slow down, care less, do nothing, and get cozy with The Sister Project. Resources: Thank you to our sponsors; | |||
| 257 | Barbie Review & A Life Changing, Mindfulness Tik Tok Hack | 24 Aug 2023 | 01:01:19 | |
In this week’s episode, Michelle and Lauren are sharing not only their review of the Barbie movie but also one of the most mind-blowing mindfulness hacks Lauren has come across on Tik Tok yet! And as always, their weekly recommendations for tv, books, and podcasts! Enjoy and stay cozy! Hot Topics: Netflix’s Painkiller, The Holderness Family, and the new true crime podcast, Scamanda If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Friends and Fiction Facebook Group The Holderness Family Podcast: Back To School Pep Talk with Dr. Hope The Creepy Book Club Facebook Group Friends, Lovers, and The Big Terrible Thing Anchor: Support Our Small Business | |||
| 256 | Bed Rotting, Kevin Bacon, & Diamond Lake | 17 Aug 2023 | 00:46:01 | |
Move over hygge, bed-rotting is the new cozy. This new trend is the topic of conversation along with the six degrees of Kevin Bacon movies and Diamond Lake, Michigan. Hot Topics: Water bottle hygiene, the I’ve Had It podcast, and the postpartum depression pill. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! | |||
| 255 | The Bear, Chicago Pizza, & Women Leaving The 9-5 | 10 Aug 2023 | 00:51:35 | |
Michelle and Lauren have finished The Bear Season 2 and have their full review ready for you. Heads up, lots of SPOILERS. The sisters are also discussing Chicago-style pizza and why women are leaving their 9-5 jobs for shift work. Hot Topics: Morning coffee routine, what we sleep in, and Jamie Lee Curtis If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: More Women are Leaving Their 9-5 Life Behind For Shift Work | |||
| 254 | Women’s World Cup, UFOs, & Sinéad O’Connor | 03 Aug 2023 | 01:03:29 | |
In this episode, the sisters celebrate the strong women of the World Cup 2023 along with the late Sinéad O’Connor. And when it comes to being cozy, there is nothing cozier than chatting about our favorite alien movies! Hot Topics: Stuffed Melrose peppers, helicopter parenting, and the Field Trip podcast If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Trailblazing Singer Songwriter Sinead O'Connor Dead at 56 | |||
| 253 | Girl Dinner, Carlee Russell, & The Power of Gratitude | 27 Jul 2023 | 00:51:22 | |
In this episode, the sisters share their thoughts on the missing person case involving 25-year-old Carlee Russell, the trending #girldinner, and the true power behind a daily gratitude practice. Hot Topics: Ultra-processed foods, Chanel Miller’s Know My Name, and Bear Season 2 If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: LifeKit: Ultra-processed Foods are Everywhere Anchor: Support Our Small Business | |||
| 252 | Menopause, Tampon Gate, and The Grossest Husband Ever | 20 Jul 2023 | 01:06:48 | |
In this week’s episode, Lauren is opening up about yet another health scare, but this time, she didn’t lose days worrying thanks to therapy. Michelle is sharing her newest read about menopause and women’s healthcare. And both sisters are offering their reviews of Hulu’s newest true-crime docuseries, Betrayal, The Perfect Husband. Hot Topics: Josh Hartnett, broccoli stalks, and Oppenheimer If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: | |||
| 251 | American Gladiators, Kyle Richards, & The New Twitter | 13 Jul 2023 | 00:54:50 | |
In this week’s episode, the sisters dissect some of the most current news regarding social media, a blossoming romance for a Bravo housewife, and one of the most nostalgic docuseries to ever hit Netflix! Hot Topics: Zara, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, and Muscles and Mayhem; an Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Anchor: Support Our Small Business | |||
| 250 | Mangos Are Good For You, The Air Quality Not So Much | 06 Jul 2023 | 00:52:03 | |
Lauren can’t stop eating mangos and is excited to report that they are jam-packed with a ton of health benefits. Unfortunately, the air quality is not. The sisters also dive into whether or not you should invite the entire class to your kid’s birthday party and everything they are reading, watching, and listening to. Hot Topics: The Retrievals, Chicago Pride Parade, and The Curious Case of Natalie Grace If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: The Curious Case of Natalia Grace Anchor: Support Our Small Business | |||
| 249 | Aging, Tarot Cards, & TikTok Parenting | 29 Jun 2023 | 00:57:45 | |
In this episode, Michelle and Lauren discuss America’s view on aging, parenting advice from TikTok, and witchy summer solstice celebrations. Hot Topics: Summer Wellness, Goldfish swimming lessons, and Luna’s first birthday. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Anchor: Support Our Small Business | |||
| 248 | Sober Curious, Hangovers, & Another Story of Survival | 22 Jun 2023 | 00:57:53 | |
In today’s episode, Lauren is sharing an unbelievable story of survival coming out of Colombia involving four children and a plane crash. This story is incredible! Also discussed, cutting back on booze, there’s no real cure for a hangover, and Arnold Schwarzenegger. Hot Topics: Demon Copperhead, Bash Board Candy Company, and Yacht Rock baby! If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: | |||
| 364 | Haunted in La Grange: Real Ghost Stories & Cozy Chills | 30 Oct 2025 | 01:06:58 | |
This week, we’re getting spooky cozy as Lauren shares true ghost stories from her time living in their family’s historic La Grange home. From eerie footsteps to unexplained sightings, this Halloween episode is packed with real-life chills and nostalgic small-town vibes. Michelle brings a little magic of her own after attending a witch party (yes, spells were cast—intentionally). She dives into what that experience taught her about energy, ritual, and modern witchcraft. Meanwhile, Lauren and Anthony find themselves at a Bears game with an oddly aggressive fan — proving that hauntings come in many forms. And for true crime lovers, Lauren rounds things out with her take on Devil in Disguise, the bone-chilling John Wayne Gacy series that’s as disturbing as it sounds. Pour yourself a dark roast or a mulled cider, get cozy under your blanket, and join the sisters for a Halloween episode that’s part ghost story, part real-life weirdness, and fully Cozy Conversations. Thank you to our Sponsors: | |||
| 247 | How To Live Your Best 70% Life | 15 Jun 2023 | 00:52:46 | |
In this week's episode, Michelle and Lauren tackle the idea of living your best 70% life. A conversation inspired by the Editor in Chief of Glamour, Deborah Joseph. Because the truth is, we all need to do and give a little less. Hot topics: feet hygiene, The Duggar Family, and The Sister Project "Ted Talk". | |||
| 246 | Kim Cattrall, iPhone Hack, and Walking Backwards | 08 Jun 2023 | 00:55:45 | |
This week the sisters are tackling huge Sex and the City news and Lauren shares the best iPhone hack she has ever heard about! You will not want to miss this one! Hot Topics: Tallulah Willis, wellness mantras, and grief If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: A Cozy Chat on Summer Wellness Anchor: Support Our Small Business | |||
| 245 | Teen Therapy, AI, and Tina Turner | 01 Jun 2023 | 00:54:46 | |
In today’s episode, the sisters discuss their experiences with exposure and somatic therapy, Lauren’s obsession with AI, and Michelle’s ever-growing library of incredible books she thinks you should read. Hot Topics: Generational trauma, Elise Loehnan, and child anxiety and OCD. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Untangled: Guiding Teenage Girls Through The 7 Transitions To Adulthood Breaking Free of Childhood Anxiety and OCD On Our Best Behavior: The Seven Deadly Sins and The Price Women Pay To Be Good | |||
| 244 | Ticks, Camping, & Anna Nicole Smith | 25 May 2023 | 00:49:45 | |
Michelle is sharing her very close encounter with a tick, Lauren is giving her review of Camp Wandawega, and both sisters are sharing everything they are reading, watching, and listening to in this week’s cozy episode. Hot Topics: toothpaste, Ariana Madix, and finding your personal style If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: The Anna Nicole Smith Documentary Reveals How Little We Knew About Her Anchor: Support Our Small Business | |||
| 243 | Mother's Day, Camp Wandawega, & Adult Sleepovers | 18 May 2023 | 00:50:48 | |
Michelle and Lauren are covering a lot in today’s episode! They share thoughts on adult sleepovers in light of Scandoval as well as Mother’s Day plans for new mom, Lauren, and veteran mama, Michelle. Hot Topics: Camping, The Today Show, and showing up for friends. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Anchor: Support Our Small Business | |||
| 242 | Swedish Death Cleaning and More of The Unexpected | 11 May 2023 | 00:46:44 | |
In today’s episode, the sisters are discussing another innovative way to declutter your home by way of the Swedes, Lauren’s run in with some car thieves, and one of the strangest concerts she has ever seen. Hot Topics: The Salt Shed, surviving being sick with a sick baby, and Jury Duty If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: | |||
| 241 | Florida, Tequila, & The Unexpected | 04 May 2023 | 00:48:19 | |
In this episode, Michelle and Lauren are serving up some of the best wheezy laughing yet. With tales from their childhood, Lauren’s most recent travels to Delray Beach, and everything the sisters are reading, watching, and listening to - this is a must-listen! Enjoy! Hot Topics: Lisa Guillot, Almost Australian, and Kirkland Tequila Añejo If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Anchor: Support Our Small Business | |||
| 240 | Airplane Debate, Carol Burnett, and Gray Hair | 27 Apr 2023 | 00:49:54 | |
There is drama in the sky and the sisters are here to break it all down. In this episode, Michelle and Lauren cover the airplane debate of who should clean up after your kids on a flight, Keanu Reeves’ girlfriend’s gray hair is making headlines, and discuss the legend that is Carol Burnett. Hot Topics: Albany Park couches, documentaries, and mom guilt If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Anchor: Support Our Small Business | |||
| 239 | Succession, Orange Wine, & Mom’s Death Day | 20 Apr 2023 | 00:45:53 | |
Welcome to Season 7! The sisters are back with their first episode of the season and are sharing everything they are reading, watching, listening to, and following in the news and pop culture world. Plenty of personal anecdotes and laughs so buckle up. Hot Topics: The King’s Coronation, Succession, Grief, and Parenting. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Cozy AF | Soleil: SHOP HERE Anchor: Support our Small Business | |||
| 238 | King's Coronation, James Craig, & Hot Cross Buns | 30 Mar 2023 | 00:56:52 | |
The sisters are taking on royal news along with the most current true crime story to make headlines. Not to mention Spring recipes, the latest Gwyneth Paltrow drama, and Scream VI. We are so excited you stopped by for a listen...stay cozy. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Martha Stewart's Fish BurgerOur Conversation on Zen Parenting RadioSalvador Dali Exhibit at The Art InstituteCarrot MimosasHot Cross BunsThe HousemaidThe Colorado DentistThe Cozy ShopThe Sister Project@thesisterproj Cozy AF Summer Candle Launch Party Anchor: Support Our Small Business | |||
| 363 | Celebrity Deep Dives & Cemetery Shenanigans | 23 Oct 2025 | 01:03:44 | |
Lauren and Michelle are back with an episode that has it all—celebrity deep dives, cemetery shenanigans, and a sprinkle of spooky season magic. The duo kicks things off with Lauren’s experience of getting locked inside a cemetery (as one does), which turns into an unexpectedly beautiful stroll through history. From there, they dish on October birthdays, cozy treats, and a few cult-y curiosities. Then it’s time to talk icons. First up: Victoria Beckham—from Posh Spice to powerhouse fashion mogul. Lauren and Michelle unpack her glow-up, resilience, and David Beckham’s unwavering hype-man energy. Next: a heartfelt nod to comedy legend John Candy, touching on body image, public perception, and the lasting warmth of his legacy. Plus, they share favorite spooky podcasts, community shoutouts, and the little traditions that make Halloween season feel extra cozy. Hit play for a mix of laughs, nostalgia, and just the right amount of witchy vibes. 🕯️✨ Resources: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies Thank you to our sponsors. | |||
| 237 | Scandoval, Pineapple Water, & Gwyneth Paltrow | 23 Mar 2023 | 00:51:46 | |
Michelle and Lauren tackle this week’s most trending topics: The Vanderpump Rules Scandal and Gwenyth Paltrow’s most recent headline-making comments. Plus, if you’ve ever wondered why they turn the Chicago River green for St. Patrick’s Day, this episode is for you. Hot Topics: Pineapple health benefits, Cocaine Bear, and Daisy Jones We are so excited you stopped by for a listen...stay cozy. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Anchor: Support Our Small Business | |||
| 236 | MH370 and Aussie Slang with a Real Aussie, Deanna Rocca | 16 Mar 2023 | 00:54:39 | |
Lauren’s Aussie best friend, Deanna Rocca, sat down with the sisters to discuss Malaysian flight 370, self-care, and Australian women in the news. Hot Topics: Macca’s, endometriosis, and Bindi Irwin We are so excited you stopped by for a listen...stay cozy. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Ronald McDonald House Charities Anchor: Support Our Small Business | |||
| 235 | Living the Life You Want & Expert Industry Tips with Content Strategist, Kim Rittberg | 11 Mar 2023 | 01:04:21 | |
The sisters sat down with Content Strategist, Video Expert, working mom, and all-around fun (and funny) new weird internet friend, Kim Rittberg, to chat about caring less and living the life you want to live more! We are so excited you stopped by for a listen...stay cozy. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Ronald McDonald House Charities Anchor: Support Our Small Business | |||