What are the ingredients to a perfect playlist? The Popcast's Jamie Golden joins Megan on this episode of Extra Awesome to spill the secrets to crafting a great playlist. They also talk about their history with music, the music styles they love and hate, the best albums no one has heard of, and what they cannot stop listening to right now. This super-sized episode of Extra Awesome has lots of laughs and some great recommendations for your next playlist, too!   SHOW NOTES 1. tunefind 2. Song Exploder, Five Song Fridays sign-up 3. Jamie’s Seratonin playlist 4. Megan’s chill playlist 5. Neko Case I Wish I Was The Moon Tonight 6. Rainbow Rowell's Carry On Carry On, Simon; Carry On, Baz 7. Emily Sandé Our Version of Events 8. Penny and Sparro Let a Lover Drown You 9. Charlie Robison Good Times 10. Alessia Cara, Know It All 11. Hamilton Original Cast Recording   Find Jamie on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram!

It's April Fool's Day, but since neither Megan nor Rebekah are much into pranks, they decided to observe this silliest of holidays by exploring all the awesome ways there are to fool around in what precious little free time they have. Be prepared for lots of laughter and goofiness as they talk books, TV, and apps. They also delve right into some very revealing online quizzes. All of that plus Awesome of the Week! SHOW NOTES Awesome of the Week Popcast Episode 135Sorta Awesome Facebook Live Video 1. Buzzfeed on YouTube 2. Newsletters:Two Bossy DamesHot PodBlack Cardigan 3. Pottermore.comMegan's Ravenclaw board on Pinterest 4. Books:Me Before YouIt's Not OkayJohn GrishamJanet EvanovitchAll You Need to be Impossibly FrenchLet's Pretend This Never HappenedHyperbole and a HalfSomeone Could Get HurtEmily Giffin 5. Apps:The RoomCooking Fever Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. Find us on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram!

Dana White is a hero to her adoring fans, and many of you Awesomes have been asking to hear more from her. We are so excited to welcome her as this month's guest co-host! In today's episode, Megan and Dana discuss the secretive start to Dana's blog A Slob Comes Clean and what can happen when your side project becomes the main project. She also shares how she fills her (very limited) free time by writing plays and reading Harry Potter. All of that, plus awesome of the week! Healthy Moving has a free offer for YOU, Awesome! Text SortaAwesome to 33444 to sign-up or go to HealthyMoving.com/sortaawesome ! SHOW NOTES Awesome of the WeekOutside Online: The New Science of the Creative Brain on Nature (thank you, Nicole!)Spring Break at the lakehouse1. Dana's blog: A Slob Comes Clean2. A Slob Comes Clean: How to declutter birthday cards3. Sorta Awesome: Episode 37 on confessionsFind Dana on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram You can find Megan on  Twitter or Instagram Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram!

Megan wanted to do a deep dive into podcasting, and who better to join her than enthusiast of all things media Kelly? Together they explore the development of this medium along with their own personal histories and first favorite shows. They weigh in on the celebrity podcast trend, and then reveal some of the technical nitty-gritty of creating new episodes of Sorta Awesome each week. All of that plus Awesome of the Week! Healthy Moving has a free offer for YOU, Awesome! Text SortaAwesome to 33444 to sign-up or go to HealthyMoving.com/sortaawesome ! SHOW NOTES Awesome of the Weekdance class for fun exerciseHouse of Cards, season 4 (and this article on Neve Campbell's experience with the show) 1. Edison Research: Monthly Podcast Consumption Surges to More Than One in Five Americans2. The Art of Simple Podcast, How They Blog, Ted Radio Hour, Wait, Wait ... Don't Tell Me!3. The Big Boo Cast, Pop Culture Happy Hour4. Real Runners Chat5. Blue Yeti Microphone6. ATR 2100 microphone7. Audacity8. Auphonic9. ecamm Call Recorder Find Kelly on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram!

If you've ever done battle with your inner critic, you know that cycle of self-criticism and self-hatred is very not awesome. On today's episode of Extra Awesome, wellness and body image coach Melissa Toler explains why the secret to breaking this cycle is all about making friends with our Inner Mean Girl. SHOW NOTES MelissaToler.com: How to stop being a jerk to yourself: a lesson in self-compassionDr. Kristen Neff: Self-Compassion.org Find Melissa on her website MelissaToler.com and on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram!

Ever wondered about the etiquette of encountering a celebrity, or if LA is crawling with paparazzi? How about what's so special about life in your 30s? Or what is the worst part about living far away from family? Laura joins Megan this week to answer a grab bag of listener questions. All of that plus Awesome of the Week! Healthy Moving has a free offer for YOU, Awesome! Text SortaAwesome to 33444 to sign-up or go to HealthyMoving.com/sortaawesome ! SHOW NOTES Awesome of the WeekRevlon Colorstay Foundation, Loreal Magic Lumi PrimerSleep With Me Find Laura on her blog, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram!

Spring is on its way, and before it fills the sky with rain clouds and the streets with puddles, Megan and Rebekah are here to bring you awesome things for your spring! This list includes everything from Easter egg pink nail polish to ideas for filling those Easter baskets, and zesty salad dressing to a favorite natural sunscreen, plus a whole bunch more! All of that plus Awesome of the Week! Healthy Moving is offering a free offer for YOU, Awesome! Text SortaAwesome to 33444 to sign-up or go to HealthyMoving.com/sortaawesome ! SHOW NOTES Awesome of the Week1. Sortd 2. Agnes & Dora maxi skirt  1. Simply Rebekah: Homemade Sweet and Sour Salad Dressing2. Sally Hansen Fuschia Power3. Simply Rebekah: Say Goodbye to Allergies with Raw Local Honey 4. Megan's Windows Down playlist on Spotify5. Simply Rebekah: 10 Religious Easter Basket Ideas , One Year Devotional for Preschoolers6. Red and Honey: Easter nature plate7.  Crayola Sidewalk Chalk8. Vionic sandals 9. Simply Rebekah: Birthday Letters to My Kids10. Kiss My Face Natural Mineral Sunscreen, SPF 40 Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. Find us on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram!

Today we are releasing the first episode of the Extra Awesome bonus episode series! Megan asked musician Nick Clark of the band Progger to join us on the show to talk about how he went from being a semiconductor engineer to a full-time musician in Austin, TX. Nick's story is fascinating and full of joy, and we hope it is inspiring to you today. SHOW NOTES: Texas State University BobcatsSXSW music festivalBryan Donohoe and Snarky PuppyParamoreThe Funky KnucklesD'AngeloProggerMusic.com Find Nick at @ncbassphysics You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram!

Megan welcomes guest co-host Osheta Moore of Shalom in the City to the show this week! Together, they explore the concept of shalom and how its essential meaning of wholeness has the power to change the world in big and small ways. All of that plus Awesome of the Week! Healthy Moving is offering a free video for YOU, Awesome! Text SortaAwesome to 33444 to sign-up or go to HealthyMoving.com/sortaawesome ! Support the show by shopping Amazon! www.sortaawesomeshow.com/amazon SHOW NOTES Awesome of the WeekPresence by Amy Cuddy(also mentioned: Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell)Bandsintown app 1. Shalom in the City2. Customer service shalom, The Art of Simple3. Shalom Sistas Manifesto4. A Year of Yes by Shonda RhimesYou can find Osheta on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram!

Can we interest you in a little more awesome in your life? Beginning March 1st, we're bringing you exactly that - some Extra Awesome to inspire you to find even more amazingness in the every day. Tune in to find out more!

We are right in the thick of the entertainment awards season, and Megan and Laura thought it would be fun to dish up the inside scoop on what really goes on behind the scenes of the entertainment industry. Laura tackles some listener questions on how she got her start in the biz, and she fills us in on just how real reality TV is. Later, she pulls up a chair for her husband Jeff who, in addition to producing numerous TV and film projects, has also directed four #1 box office hits. Together they answer your awesome questions on working in entertainment and living in LA. All of that, plus Awesome of the Week! Healthy Moving is offering a free video for YOU, Awesome! Text SortaAwesome to 33444 to sign-up or go to HealthyMoving.com/sortaawesome ! Support the show by shopping Amazon! www.sortaawesomeshow.com/amazon SHOW NOTES Awesome of the WeekThe Mom Swimsuit (further reading: Put On That Swimsuit at The Mom Creative)Sign up for Laura's Secret Posts at HollywoodHousewife.comAmerican Crime Story: The People vs. OJ Simpson (further reading: People vs. OJ Writers: All Film is Manipulation at Vulture)Read more about Jeff Tremaine and his work on Laura's blog: Meet My Husband Find Laura on her blog, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram!

Kelly joins Megan this week, and they take on a fascinating question about what to do when sparks unexpectedly fly between people. Chemistry, attraction, and connection between friends, family, and even strangers gives them a lot to talk about in this episode, and they can't wait to hear your thoughts! All of that, plus awesome of the week! Healthy Moving is offering a free video for YOU, Awesome! Text SortaAwesome to 33444 to sign-up or go to HealthyMoving.com/sortaawesome ! SHOW NOTES Awesome of the WeekGoNoodle.comPersonality Hacker Ep. 106 "How types say 'I love you.'" Support the show by shopping Amazon! www.sortaawesomeshow.com/amazon Ted Radio Hour: How We Love Find Kelly on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram!

Megan and Rebekah dive into the fascinating ways that technology creates, influences, and enhances our relationships. Inspired by a listener question, they dig deep to share their love for Voxer, then they discuss everything from manners in the digital age to the ever-present possibility of screenshots of secrets. More than a few Awesomes sent in their stories of how technology has changed their relationships for the better, and as always, Awesome of the Week! Healthy Moving is offering a free video for YOU, Awesome! Text SortaAwesome to 33444 to sign-up or go to HealthyMoving.com/sortaawesome ! SHOW NOTES Awesome of the WeekNote to SelfJackpot Crustless Quiche 1. Voxer App2. Megan Tietz & Laura Oyer: Spirit-Led Parenting: from fear to freedom in baby's first year Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram!

Ready to beat those winter blues? We have such a fun show full of so much awesome for you this week! Amy Allen Clark of MomAdvice.com joins Megan as guest co-host, and Amy has brought with her some perspectives on fashion, reading, and technology that just might change your life. From capsule wardrobes to rearview mirror conversations, they cover some fascinating topics that are sure to surprise you. All of that, plus Awesome of the Week! HealthyMoving.com is offering a free guide to healthy movement you can practice while listening to your favorite podcasts. Text SortaAwesome to 33444 to sign-up or go to HealthyMoving.com/sortaawesome ! SHOW NOTES Awesome of the WeekHymns for Hipsters on SpotifyA Little Life, Hanya Yanagihara1. MomAdvice.com: Winter 2016 Fashion Capsule Wardrobe2. Be More With Less: Project 333unfancy3. The True CostThredUp (Megan's referral link)4. MomAdvice.com: Sundays with Writers series5. Three Life-Changing BooksThose Who Save Us, Jenna BlumMy Notorious Life, Kate ManningThe Book of Unknown Americans, Cristina Henriquez6. Disney's CircleFind Amy at MomAdvice.com and on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest! You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram!

Kelly joins Megan this week to talk about one topic they can never get enough of - the Myers Briggs personality system! Some of you have sent in questions on Myers Briggs, and they are more than happy to share their thoughts on what resources are best for beginners, whether or not they buy into the ambivert theory, and how to apply Myers Briggs without feeling constricted by labels. All of that, plus Awesome of the Week! From now until January 28th, use hashtag #awesomemoves to show us what you are doing while you listen to Sorta Awesome! One listener will be selected to win a LIFETIME coaching program membership from HealthyMoving.com HealthyMoving.com is offering a free guide to healthy movement you can practice while listening to your favorite podcasts. Text SortaAwesome to 33444 to sign-up or go to HealthyMoving.com/sortaawesome ! SHOW NOTES Awesome of the WeekLasagna Soupmini-road trips1. Real Simple: What Personality Tests Can (and Can't) Tell You About Yourself2. 16personalities.com3. PersonalityHacker.com4. Thought Catalog: Intro to Cognitive Functions Find Kelly on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram!

Laura joins Megan this week to talk about one of the hottest topics in culture right now: true crime. Long-time true crime fan Laura has lots of opinions on what makes for great true crime (and why some of the most talked-about true crime features are far from being the best). She also brings her recommendations for the best books and films in this genre. All of that plus Awesome of the Week! From now until January 28th, use hashtag #awesomemoves to show us what you are doing while you listen to Sorta Awesome! One listener will be selected to win a LIFETIME coaching program membership from HealthyMoving.com HealthyMoving.com is offering a free guide to healthy movement you can practice while listening to your favorite podcasts. Text SortaAwesome to 33444 to sign-up or go to HealthyMoving.com/sortaawesome ! SHOW NOTES Awesome of the WeekApple WatchCarry On, Rainbow Rowell 1. Serial podcast2. Making a Murderer3. Crime Writers On ... podcast4. The Staircase5. The Jinx6. Columbine, Dave Cullen7. Helter Skelter, Vincent Bugliosi Find Laura on her blog, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram!

Sorta Awesome is back! Rebekah joins Megan for this first show of the brand new year, and they are going to get you inspired for 2016 with insane goals, powerful words, and meaningful mantras. They've invited other Awesomes to share their hopes and plans for the new year, too! Later in the show, they dig into home care and keeping, and you might just be surprised by what they have to say! All of that plus Awesome of the Week! HealthyMoving.com is offering a free guide to healthy movement you can practice while listening to your favorite podcasts. Text SortaAwesome to 33444 to sign-up or go to HealthyMoving.com/sortaawesome ! SHOW NOTESAwesome of the Week Joy The Healthy Moving Podcast Ep. 32; The Lively Show, Ep. 105 1. Rebekah's past insane goals2. Megan's past One Words3. 9 things I learned cleaning every day for a month4. Sorta Tidy Challenge group on Facebook 5. ASlobComesClean.com & Podcast6. Shaklee Cleaner on Amazon Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Feedback on today’s show? Sign up for the show’s mailing list at tinyletter.com/SortaAwesome or email Megan at SortaAwesomeMegan@gmail.com. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook  and on Instagram! You can find me on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

Here we are at the end of 2015, and to celebrate, Megan asked all three co-hosts to join her for another group show! Kelly, Rebekah, Laura, and Megan open up with thoughtful reflections on what they've learned and how they've grown in the past year. Then things get a little silly (and hopefully a little helpful, too!) as they share their favorites of 2015 in listening, reading, watching, eating, and discovering. Healthy Moving is offering a free class for YOU, Awesome! Text SortaAwesome to 33444 to sign-up or go to HealthyMoving.com/sortaawesome ! SHOW NOTES Listening: On Being with Krista Tippett; This American Life "The Problem We All Live With"; Wait, Wait, Don't Tell Me; Start-Up; Invisibilia; Spilled Milk; The Popcast; Adele's 25 Reading: Unapologetic, Francis Spufford; Out of Sorts, Sarah Bessey; The Atlantic.com; I Didn't Come Here to Make Friends, Courtney Robertson; The Power of Habit, Charles Duhigg; Essentialism, Greg Mckeown; The Skimm; Ruth Reichl's Delicious and Garlic and Sapphires Watching: In Your Eyes, The Rebound, Safe Haven, Take Care; The Good Wife; Days of Our Lives (!!!) Eating/Drinking: hard cider, fish tacos, Ben & Jerry's The Tonight Dough, margaritas on the rocks, La Croix Discoveries: Headspace app, chatbooks, high-waisted jeans, personal development (especially The Lively Show Episode #88 and Personality Hacker Podcast) Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Find Laura on her blog, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Find Kelly on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Sign up for the show’s mailing list at tinyletter.com/SortaAwesome And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or on Instagram! Show notes for this and every episode of Sorta Awesome are available at sortaawesomeshow.com

It's the end of the year, and we're feeling reflective. Megan and Kelly explore the spiritual practice of Sabbath and you might be surprised by what they discover. Plus lots of information about the show at the top of the episode - make sure you tune in! Healthy Moving is offering a free class for YOU, Awesome! Text SortaAwesome to 33444 to sign-up or go to HealthyMoving.com/sortaawesome ! SHOW NOTES 1) Our apologies for all of the old episodes showing up in your podcast app as new! It's a one-time fix to a big, goofy problem. And we're so sorry. Merry Christmas? 2) Upcoming episodes: December 28th will be the last show of the year. We will return on January 8th! 3) Come check out the new website! sortaawesomeshow.com AWESOME OF THE WEEK Kelly: Disney's CircleMegan: Llamas Love Lettering RESOURCES Sabbath: The Ancient Practices, Dan Allender Sabbath: Finding Rest, Renewal, and Delight in our Busy Lives, Wayne Mueller The Rest of God: Restoring Your Soul by Restoring Sabbath, Mark Buchanan Find Kelly on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! Sign up for the show’s mailing list at tinyletter.com/SortaAwesome And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or on Instagram! You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Show notes for every episode of Sorta Awesome are available at sortaawesomeshow.com

Modern Mrs. Darcy’s Anne Bogel joins Megan and Laura to dish on the best in books for 2015. From their favorite authors and most-beloved reads to the books that surprised and disappointed them, you’ll hear all their big feelings about the best reads of the year. All of that, plus awesome of the week!   SHOW NOTES Healthy Moving is offering a free class for YOU, Awesome! Text SortaAwesome to 33444 to sign-up or go to HealthyMoving.com/sortaawesome ! Awesome of the WeekLaura: TripIt AppAnne: Girls’ Night InMegan: Switched on Pop podcast Anne’s favorite authors:Jane AustenWendell BerryKate MortonLouise PennyJojo Moyes Madeline L’EngleKate Atkinson Anne’s favorite books:Crossing to Safety, Wallace Earle StegnerJayber Crow; Port William series, Wendell BerryBrideshead Revisited, Evelyn WaughEmma, Jane Austen Laura’s favorite authors:J. D. SalingerStephen King Laura’s favorite books:A Woman of Independent Means, Elizabeth Forsythe HaileyGeek Love, Katherine DunnPersonal History, Katharine Graham  Hollywood Housewife: Favorite Books of All Time Popular in 2015A God in Ruins, Kate AtkinsonAll the Light We Cannot See, Anthony DoerrThe Martian, Andy WeirThe Girl on the Train, Paula Hawkins Other favorites:Louise Penny’s Inspector Gamache series Being Mortal, Atul GawandeFrankenstein, Mary ShelleyLove and Other Ways of Dying, Michael PaternitiJust Mercy, Bryan Stevenson Fates and Furies,  Lauren GroffWalkable City, Jeff SpeckBig Magic, Elizabeth GilbertThe Art of Memoir, Mary KarrThe Puffin in Bloom Collection children’s classics Find Anne on her blog, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! Find Laura on her blog, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! As always, thanks to Progger for allowing us to use the song Strut! Find more from Progger at Proggermusic.comFeedback on today’s show? Sign up for the show’s mailing list at tinyletter.com/SortaAwesome or leave a comment below (click the date link). And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram! You can find me on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

This week, Rebekah of SimplyRebekah.com joins Megan to bring you some interesting info you’ve probably never heard! First, they share some public service announcements about topics close to their hearts. Later in the show, they each reveal a collection of confessions involving pizza stones, McDonald’s, and not knowing east from west that get them both giggling. All of that, plus Awesome of the Week!   Show notes 1. The week’s episode is sponsored by HealthyMoving.com  Go to healthymoving.com/sortaawesome OR text SortaAwesome to 33444 to sign up for a free class! And also! Check out the Sorta Awesome shop on Zazzle: http://www.zazzle.com/sortaawesome 2. camelcamelcamel.comsavings.com/pricejumpfilleritem.comThe Greenbacks Gal: 5 Secret Ways to Save At Amazon (you’ve never heard of!) 3. Shop Amazon through the Sorta Awesome affiliate link! http://amzn.to/1ldKCzp  Thank you for supporting the show! 4. Dr. Elaine Aron Highly Sensitive Person Quiz Nordic Naturals Omega 3 supplement: http://amzn.to/1TDSmFX 5. SimplyRebekah.com: Excess Lipase Activity Why Does My Breastmilk Taste Bad? http://amzn.to/1ldKTCf 6. PANDAS/PANS Advocacy and Support: http://www.pas.care/ 7. ASlobComesClean.com 8. SimplyRebekah: Free Cleaning Checklist, One Year on One Page Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! As always, thanks to Progger for allowing us to use the song Strut! Find more from Progger at Proggermusic.comFeedback on today’s show? Sign up for the show’s mailing list at tinyletter.com/SortaAwesome or email Megan at SortaAwesomeMegan@gmail.com. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook  and on Instagram! You can find me on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

What a delight to have author and speaker Jerusalem Greer join Sorta Awesome as a guest co-host! Jerusalem’s book A Homemade Year is one of Megan’s very favorites, and in this episode, they dig into childhood memories, explore what a rebuilding year looks like on a farm, and give suggestions for those new to the practice of Advent. All of that, plus Awesome of the Week!   Show Notes 1. Acorn.tv 2. Sorta Awesome Holiday playlist on Spotify 3. A Homemade Year: The Blessings of Cooking, Crafting, and Coming Together 4. CLICK HERE to open Jerusalem’s Advent readings Find Jerusalem on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! As always, thanks to Progger for allowing us to use the song Strut! Find more from Progger at Proggermusic.comFeedback on today’s show? Sign up for the show’s mailing list at tinyletter.com/SortaAwesome or leave a comment below (click the date link). And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or on Instagram! You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Show notes for every episode of Sorta Awesome are available at sortaawesomemegan.tumblr.com

Your holiday survival guide is here! In this episode, Megan and Kelly team up to tackle your questions about making the most of the holiday season. How do you un-stick yourself from sticky conversations around the dinner table? How do you know who to visit and when? And what do you do about all of those gifts? Plus, they share some of your INCREDIBLE ideas for holiday traditions. All of that, plus Awesome of the Week!   Show Notes 1. Mindware.com 2. Maybelline color tattoo eye shadow - Barely Brazen 3. SortaCrunchy: Anticipating Holidays: Relationship Boundaries 4. Vita Familiae: To the Mamas of Littles During the Holidays 5. The Art of Simple: How to Avoid Relationship Strain on Gift-Giving Occasions 6. Elfster.com 7. Advent Conspiracy 8. Reluctant Sojourner: A Joy-Filled Christmas series Find Kelly on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! As always, thanks to Progger for allowing us to use the song Strut! Find more from Progger at Proggermusic.comFeedback on today’s show? Sign up for the show’s mailing list at tinyletter.com/SortaAwesome or leave a comment below (click the date link). And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or on Instagram! You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Show notes for every episode of Sorta Awesome are available at sortaawesomemegan.tumblr.com

It’s been too long since we dug into the listener question bag and tossed around our best answers. Hollywood Housewife Laura joins Megan to talk about marking milestones as a young adult, getting cutthroat with the life priority list, Biore strips and other beauty surprises, as well as why they’re both off the good stuff. (Where good stuff = Dr. Pepper and Diet Coke.) All of that plus Awesome of the Week! SHOW NOTES 1. #onedayHH November 10th! 2. The List App 3. Hollywood Housewife: so biore pore strips DO work Find Laura on her blog, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! As always, thanks to Progger for allowing us to use the song Strut! Find more from Progger at Proggermusic.comFeedback on today’s show? Sign up for the show’s mailing list at tinyletter.com/SortaAwesome or leave a comment below (click the date link). And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram! You can find me on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

There is so much more to autumn than pumpkin spice and raking leaves! Megan and Rebekah have gathered a harvest of awesome to share with you this week including recipes, projects, and the secret to keeping cold weather germs away. Tune in for their top ten list plus Awesomes of the Week!   1. TakeThemAMeal.com 2. Comprehensive ENFP Survival Guide, Heidi Priebe Personality Hacker Podcast (especially Episode 0086) 3. Simply Rebekah: Amazingly Moist Turkey 4. The Pioneer Woman: Perfect Pot Roast 5. InGlow flameless candles 6. Simply Rebekah: Our November Thankful Tree 7. Diffuser recipes All autumn-y3 drops of Wild Orange 3 drops of Patchouli 1 drop of Clove Inspired by Apple Pie2 drops of Clove 2 drops of Cinnamon 2 drops of Ginger or ginger root Walk through the leaves5 drops of Wild Orange 1 drop of Patchouli 1 drop of Ginger Plant Therapy Holiday Season Synergy 8. welovecolors.com 9. Simply Rebekah: Taco Soup, Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup Sorta Awesome Soup Board on Pinterest 10. Wellness Mama: Homemade Elderberry Syrup Elderberry Syrup from Nature’s Way or Sambucol Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! As always, thanks to Progger for allowing us to use the song Strut! Find more from Progger at Proggermusic.comFeedback on today’s show? Sign up for the show’s mailing list at tinyletter.com/SortaAwesome or leave a comment below (click the date link). And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook  and on Instagram! You can find me on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!