This week, we’re talking about something that touches all of our lives but often goes unspoken: grief. Gabri Segui, creator and host of the My Mom Died Podcast, joins us for an honest conversation about losing her mom unexpectedly and how that experience inspired her to create a platform where people can talk openly about loss.

Together, we explore the isolation that can come with grief, the pressure to "move on," how loss changes relationships, and why it's so important to create space for difficult conversations. Gabri also shares how poetry, podcasting, and community have helped her navigate her own healing while helping others feel less alone. Along the way, we talk about the beauty of remembering the people we love and the ways they continue to shape who we are.

Follow Gabri and the My Mom Died Podcast on Instagram and TikTok and listen to the full podcast on your favorite listening platform.

This conversation is vulnerable, thoughtful, and a reminder that grief isn't something we "get over." It's something we learn to carry, and talking about it can make that journey a little less lonely.

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This one is fun, fascinating and guaranteed to make you think differently about the water you drink every day. We sat down with Martin Riese, one of the world’s leading water sommeliers, for a conversation all about hydration, taste, bottled water myths and the environmental impact of the water industry.

Martin breaks down how different waters actually taste, why minerals matter, what to know about tap water vs bottled water, and how marketing has shaped the way we think about hydration. We also talk about sustainability, restaurant water culture, overconsumption, and some of the wild misconceptions people believe about water.

Follow Martin on Instagram to keep learning and watching his water content: @martinriese

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We took this week’s episode outside and recorded in Griffith Park with Jason Wise, an environmental educator and queer ecologist who is helping people reconnect with the nature all around them. As part of our Earth Day series, Jason shares how he went from working in policy to leading foraging hikes and teaching others how to see the world differently.

We talk about foraging, invasive vs native plants, and how something as simple as going on a walk can completely shift your perspective. Jason also shares what it means to be a queer ecologist, how nature challenges a lot of societal norms, and why building community is just as important as connecting with the environment.

Follow Jason on Instagram at @jasonjourneyman and check out his upcoming events at jasonjourneyman.com if you want to experience one of his hikes in person.You can also download the app iNaturalist to start identifying plants, animals and insects in your own neighborhood.

This conversation will make you want to get outside, slow down, and look at your surroundings in a whole new way.

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In this week’s episode, we talk with Ellen Ochoa, astronaut, engineer and the first Latina woman to travel to space. Ellen shares how her path into science actually began later in college when she decided to major in physics, which eventually led her to pursue a career in research and apply to NASA’s astronaut program.

We talk about what it was actually like to travel to space, the challenges and excitement of working at NASA, and why representation in science and exploration matters. Ellen also shares advice for young people interested in STEM and reflects on the importance of curiosity, perseverance and staying open to opportunities.

Check out the Barbie modeled after Ellen HERE.You can also explore her children’s book series Dr. Ochoa’s Stellar World Series with Lil’ Libros HERE.

This conversation is inspiring, thoughtful and a reminder that big dreams often start with simple curiosity.

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This week we’re diving into all things sex, pleasure and connection with Nadège, a sex scholar and founder of Pleasure Science. We start with her backstory and how she found her way into this work, then move into one of our favorite parts of the conversation, flirting.

Nadège breaks down her different flirt styles and explains how understanding your style can change the way you date and communicate. We also talk about orgasms, desire, sexual confidence, communication in relationships, and how to better understand your own pleasure. From debunking common myths to encouraging people to explore their bodies without shame, this episode is honest, empowering and practical.

You can download Nadège’s Flirt Style Quiz at pleasurescience.com/flirt to discover your own style.Purchase her book Sextrology on her website at pleasurescience.com.Follow Nadège on Instagram at @pleasurescience for more education and insight.

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This week we sit down with our good friend Mallory Love, a professional matchmaker and dating expert, to kick off our February conversations around love. Mallory shares how she found her way into matchmaking, what her job actually looks like behind the scenes, and why dating is less about perfection and more about self awareness, communication and consistency.

We get into modern dating culture, common mistakes people make early on, the pressure of dating apps, and why being chosen is not the same thing as choosing the right person. Mallory also offers practical advice around boundaries, confidence, red flags, and how to approach dating in a way that feels intentional instead of exhausting.

Follow Mallory on Instagram at @matchmadebylove.

We’re back after a holiday break and ready to kick off 2026! In this episode, it’s just Katie and Robiee talking about the new year, our thoughts on resolutions, and how we’re approaching goals and intentions without the pressure to have everything figured out on day one.

We share what we’re excited about for the year ahead, what we’re letting go of, and how we’re thinking about growth in a way that feels realistic and flexible. This conversation is a reminder that you can reset, reflect, or start something new at any point, not just on January 1st.

This week we sit down with Kelly and Randy, two passionate vintage toy collectors who have built their lives and careers around the joy of finding, preserving and sharing nostalgic treasures. Randy collects vintage advertisements and ephemera, while Kelly is the owner of a vintage toy shop and lifelong collector herself.

We talk about how they each got started, what draws people to collecting, and how flea markets and swap meets have created a strong sense of community over the years. Kelly and Randy share stories from the hunt, unspoken flea market etiquette, and why vintage toys hold so much meaning beyond just nostalgia. This conversation is a reminder that collecting is about connection, memory and the stories objects carry with them.

Follow Randy at @tikiranch and Kelly at @kellystoystop to see their collections and latest finds.

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