We're 30! now WHAT?!

From the top, this time with a little more feeling! Maria and Anya remember the New Year Resolutions from 2020….. And laugh. Listen in to find out what New Year Resolutions they have for 2021, and fingers crossed they don't jinx themselves.

Many of you are balancing home life, parenting, virtual learning, and work. Join this safe space as Maria shares some of her wins and fails from this juggling act; along with an exciting new self-discovery.

Anya and Mr. Man did it! They did it good! They went camping for the first time. Listen in as they unpack their camping adventures.

Anya and Mr. Man are about to head out on their first camping trip. Full-blown camping. Sleep in a tent, cook over a file, everything smells like smoke when you come home camping. They have some tots on how this trip might go and in this episode they share them. Join Maria, Anya, AND Mr. Man as they get pumped to go camping.

  YOU are not alone on this trainwreck we all call 2020. Have you handled this year better than Maria and Anya? Has Maria stopped bathing and started wearing a 24/7 top knot? Has Anya exclusively started following local bakeries on Instagram? Listen in for an update on how these two are moving (or not moving) through life.    The Blue Zones    By, Dan Buettner  

Wait...so what even is trail running? Listen in as Maria and Anya talk about recent adventures in nature. And Maria explains how 7 miles in 90 degrees can bring out your inner badass.  Here is the episode of the podcast Maria mentions that piqued her interest in giving trail running a try. Podcast: Favorite Outdoor Memories, Wild Ideas Worth Living   Videos Maria watched for research. Trail Running for Beginners: REI Trail Running Benefits: REI The Run Experience: Beginner Trail Running, Tips From The Pros     App for finding Trails - AllTrails: Hike, Bike & Run     GMB Fitness: How to Fall Safely - 3 Breakfall Techniques    

How expensive is your pee? Join Maria and Anya as they discuss vitamins, minerals, and other supplements. How they work and if they are beneficial. Science Vs. Podcast Vitamins & Supplements - Are They Worth It? National Institute on Aging HelpGuide: A Harvard Health article Fitness19: The Difference Between Vitamins and Supplements WebMD: Vitamin Essentials as We Age Harvard Health Publishing: The Best Foods for Vitamins and Minerals

Thirty, flirty and thriving... some days that’s actually true! We wanted to take a minute to talk about what we’re loving about being in our 30s. Don’t worry, we’ll get back to complaining soon. FlashPack article healthgrades article about sexual peak

Whether they are painted on dark and thick or grown out natural, eyebrows have been getting attention for a very very long time. Join Maria and Anya for a quick history of the eyebrow and a shallow dive into the many eyebrow maintenance options. For both

What do you get when you mix, Star Trek, Zoom, and an enthusiastic family? That’s right! Anya’s 33rd birthday!! Listen in as Anya shares feelings about turning 33 (or 34), her current need for a change in hairstyle, and the death of brunch. 

Your first pet as an adult. It’s a BIG deal. Listen in on this cathartic conversation as Maria and Anya discuss the love and loss of their first pets. Get your tissues, this gets emotional. But, not all tears are sad tears. Hang out till the end to find out Anya’s surprise. 

Relationships are hard. But they are REALLY hard during the Covid-19. Today Maria and Anya talk about the surprising and not surprising adjustments they have had to make in order to keep the peace during the #Quarantinelife. (did I use a # correctly?)    Psychology Today: Relationship resilience during the quarantine. Relate the relationship People: a wealth of video and articles with advice for relationships specifically during covid-19 Arguments Checkup Quiz: Great tips for relationships where one of the partners is now working from home A list of ways for couples to connect while sheltering in place:

Remember the good ole days? Back in February? Well, Maria and Anya can’t. With the new normal of constant change, Maria and Anya share the biggest and most surprising parts of the coronavirus and their day-to-day lives.

This week Maria and Anya bring you an unstructured episode. Some days you need to chuck the outline and talk it out.

Things are weird and a little scary, but that didn’t stop Maria and Anya from making sure Birthdays are special! Need some idea’s for your special Social Distance Friend? Maria and Anya got you covered.

AGING!! It’s happening to people everywhere. What to do (Or not do) about your fine lines and age spots. The world of facelifts, Botox, and serums is A LOT. Listen as Maria and Anya try to figure it out. American Society of Plastic Surgeons (this is like the main website for the most up to date cosmetic and plastic surgery information) Statistics for plastic surgery in 2019 The Guardian: This article is from January 2017; about botox and why people are obsessed with it. Medical News Today: The difference between botox and dermal fillers: Medical News Today: 2017: Simple explanation of how the facelift if done and what are the different common areas people are looking to correct by getting a facelift. Refinery 29: Why are we obsessed with looking young; From 2018 Very Well Health: Updated Feb 2020; More information about the liquid facelift Very Well Health Before and after photos of women that had different face procedures. Allure: Trends for 2020 Chemical peel Recommended skincare for different ages. https://www.self.com/story/skincare-for-20s-30s-40s-50s https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/45678 https://www.vogue.co.uk/beauty/article/skincare-for-every-age https://urbanskinrx.com/blogs/expert-advice/ages-and-stages https://www.health.com/beauty/skincare-by-age   Retinol https://www.dermalogica.com/what-is-retinol%3F/what-is-retinol,default,pg.html https://www.today.com/style/what-retinol-retinol-benefits-uses-side-effects-more-t150639   Hyaluronic - acid https://www.harpersbazaar.com/beauty/skin-care/a25573129/hyaluronic-acid-for-skin-benefits-uses/ https://www.dermalogica.com/what-is-hyaluronic-acid%3F/what-is-hyaluronic-acid,default,pg.html   Niacinamide https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/niacinamide   Vitamin C https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/vitamin-c-serum-benefits https://www.paulaschoice.com/skin-care-advice/skin-brightening/what-is-vitamin-c-and-how-does-it-benefit-skin  

Maria turns 34... and she has feelings about it. Plus the girls share GLARING gaps in their knowledge that they carried will into their 30's.

Remember the not too distant past when people would go on vacation? Well, Maria was one of those people! Join Maria and Anya as they discuss the magic of taking a vacation with friends and no children! Annnd they talk about Maria’s birthday and aging...

Maria and Anya love a good Girls’ Night. Well, for Anya they are more like a Girls’ Afternoon. Enjoy Maria and Anya’s very different takes on getting together with the ladies in their lives.  Night or day, it’s important to make the time you ladies spend together enjoyable. https://www.redbookmag.com/life/g28474233/why-women-need-girlfriends/   https://www.elitedaily.com/women/girls-night-out-squad-rules/1347127

It’s cold! Maria and Anya are here to help keep you warm and entertained. Winter is almost over, hang in there! There’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather By: Linda Akeson McGurk

No outline, no agenda, just a couple of sisters chatting about life and the importance of being kind to yourself. Enjoy this takin’ it easy episode.

Like most sisters, Maria and Anya argue. Today they discuss some of their past fights and how their arguing has changed over the years… and maybe Maria gets defensive

Maria has kids. Anya does not. It might be their biggest difference. Today the sisters discuss how Maria came to the decision to start a family and how Anya has not made up her mind.

Join Maria and Anya as they share just some of the many things they learned in 2019. From practicing better self-care to where to sit at the ballet. These ladies cover a lot.

Happy Holidays and safe travels to all! Don't cry at 2 am when you're almost finished wrapping and the tape has rolled back onto itself. Instead, Join Maria and Anya for a quick laugh before the festivities begin!

HAIR! Do you have a routine? Do you want a new routine? Maybe you don’t care about having a routine? As usual, Maria and Anya have two very different ways of caring for their hair. But maybe one of them changes their ways by the end of this episode. https://www.businessinsider.com/haircut-price-around-the-world-2017-11

Treat yourself! And take 20ish minutes to laugh at the ridiculous levels of stress everyone has during the holidays. Be comforted in knowing you’re not alone when it comes to stressing about the holiday baking. And you’re not alone if all you want for https://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/features/beating-holiday-stress#3 https://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20306655,00.html https://www.verywellmind.com/understanding-and-managing-holiday-stress-3145230 https://www.apa.org/helpcenter/holiday-stress-managing-expectations https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress/art-20047544

Happy Thanksgiving! Whether your cooking like Maria or not cooking like Anya, make sure you find time to relax and find something to be grateful for!  https://www.businessinsider.com/thanksgiving-fun-facts-2017-11 https://www.businessinsider.com/history-of-thanksgiving-2017-11  (When Anya mentioned National Geographic in the episode she really meant History.com)  https://www.history.com/news/abraham-lincoln-and-the-mother-of-thanksgiving https://www.nytimes.com/2017/11/21/us/thanksgiving-myths-fact-check.html

This week we welcome sister #4! AKA Sophia (The youngest one by A LOT) Listen as she joins her big sisters in the discussion of male friendship. Also, NEW segment, “Keeping Us Young” where Sophia teaches Maria and Anya terms the young whippersnappers

Friends!! Some are silver and the other’s gold! In this adulting life, how does anyone have time to maintain friendships? Maria shares how she prioritizes her female friendships and why, while Anya simply thinks having friends is “nice.”

From ranch tacos to delicious butternut squash, Maria and Anya share their best recipes and their worst cooking habits. We also bring you a new segment: Can I just say something? Where The hosts share deep insights and complain.

One is all about style while the other loves her comfort. Listen in while Maria and Anya share how style can be easy and fun OR a straight-up struggle.

In the world of Social media, having confidence is a struggle. Maria and Anya share what they are most and least confident about. Also, Maria calls Anya out for her self negativity.

Weddings! Special. Unique. Acid reflux inducing. Join Maria and Anya as they share their VERY different takes on weddings. 

HALLOWEEN IS HERE! Get ready to celebrate with Maria! OR not celebrate with Anya. They share some stories from their childhood and maria laments how Halloween sucks for parents. (Sorry in advance for Anya's fuzzy audio. Do your best!)

What is self-care? Is it important for 30- something Maria and Anya? find out how they succeed and fail at some of the basics of self-care. 

It wasn't easy, but after lots of hard work, Maria and Anya ran a straight 7 miles! Did they laugh? Did they cry? Did they poop their pants? It could happen. 

Gather 'round as Maria and Anya share how they have or have not become better partners after reading the lovely lists provided by their S.O.'s at the end of episode #3. 

Most of you have done it! Maria and Anya have done it A LOT! Enjoy the horrors of moving with these ladies as they share the struggles of getting from point A to B.

Maria and Anya share the highs and mostly lows of "shark week" and how they think they handle it better now they are in their 30's. You be the judge. 

Maria and Anya talk about their strengths and weakness' as partners in their romantical relationships. And yes, it gets embarrassing. 

We're 30! now WHAT?! Why a podcast? How a podcast? when a podcast? This episode shares the story of how this all began and why.

Join Maria and Anya as they work towards destigmatizing anxiety. Sharing personal stories and some true hard statistics. https://www.apa.org/topics/anxiety https://www.apa.org/topics/stress https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/any-anxiety-disorder.shtml