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  1. Jul 29

    Things Actually Worth Spending Money On

    Everyone has an opinion on what's "worth the money." Some people swear by expensive skincare. Others will die on the hill that direct flights, quality luggage, or a cleaning service are life-changing. This week, we're putting the viral TikTok trend to the test and sharing the purchases we'd happily buy again and again. From beauty and wellness to travel, home, and the little luxuries that make everyday life easier, we're breaking down what we think is actually worth the investment, what isn't, and why spending more isn't always about being extravagant. Sometimes it's about buying back your time, protecting your peace, or simply making your day a little better. As always, we go off on a few tangents along the way, including dating app updates, cottage weekends, apartment chaos, and the random things that have brought us joy lately. In this episode, we cover: The beauty products and treatments we think actually live up to the hypeWellness investments that genuinely improved our livesHome upgrades that make everyday routines feel more enjoyableTravel purchases we'll never travel without againThe small luxuries that consistently make us happierWhere we think it's worth spending more—and where we'd save our money insteadWhether you're looking to make smarter purchases, justify something that's been sitting in your cart, or simply love hearing people's strong opinions on everyday products, this episode is for you. Let us know: What's one purchase you'll defend forever? We'd love to hear your "worth every penny" recommendations.

  2. Jul 22

    when the dream job isn't the dream with Adrianne Largo

    When you've spent years chasing promotions, titles, and bigger paycheques, what happens when you finally get there... and still feel empty? This week we're joined by Adrianne Largo, executive career coach and former senior marketing executive, who knows exactly what that feels like. After building a successful career with companies like Kraft Foods and Coca-Cola, Adrianne realized that everything looked right on paper, but something was missing. The promotions kept coming, but so did the exhaustion, burnout, and the quiet question so many high achievers are afraid to ask: "Is this really it?" Instead of pushing that feeling aside, Adrianne got curious. She invested in understanding herself, became an executive coach, and built a career that's aligned with who she is, not just who she thought she was supposed to become. Whether you're questioning your career, feeling stuck despite your success, or wondering if the next promotion is really the answer, this conversation is an honest look at redefining ambition and building a career on your own terms. In this episode, we cover: Why career success doesn't always lead to fulfillmentThe difference between burnout and simply outgrowing your careerHow to tell whether it's time to stay, pivot, or leaveThe identity crisis that can come when your title no longer defines youWhy so many high achievers feel guilty for wanting something differentBuilding a business at the right pace instead of chasing constant growthHow motherhood reshaped Adrianne's perspective on work and ambitionWhy coaches need coaches, tooWhat success looks like when you stop measuring it by promotions and paycheques Connect with Adrianne: https://www.largocoaching.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriannelargo/

  3. Jul 15

    why do i always want to be somewhere else?

    We've all had the thought: Maybe I'd be happier if I moved.If I changed jobs.Started over.Became a different version of myself. But what if the thing we're chasing isn't actually a new city, relationship, career, or routine? This week, we're talking about destination addiction: the belief that the life we want is always one move away. Inspired by Kiki's essay, Why Do I Always Want to Be Somewhere Else?, we unpack why so many of us fall into the trap of believing the next chapter will finally make us feel fulfilled. We explore the psychology behind hedonic adaptation (why the excitement of achieving our goals fades so quickly), the difference between moving toward something versus running away from something, and how to tell whether you're truly outgrowing your life or simply craving a clean slate. We also share where this shows up in our own lives, from careers and relationships to the pressure to constantly reinvent ourselves. In this episode, we cover: • What destination addiction actually is and why so many of us experience it• The psychology of hedonic adaptation and why "the next thing" rarely satisfies us for long• How to recognize the difference between healthy growth and disguised escapism• Why belonging, confidence, and fulfillment often take longer to build than we'd like• The questions to ask yourself before making your next big move or life change This episode was inspired by Kiki's thoughtful essay, Why Do I Always Want to Be Somewhere Else? You can read it here:https://storieswithkiki.substack.com/p/why-do-i-always-want-to-be-somewhere If this episode resonated with you, we'd love to hear from you. Send us a DM or share the episode with someone who's been wondering if happiness is waiting somewhere else. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @itscool.ustoo

  4. Jul 8

    the millennial girlboss hangover with Colleen Bordeaux

    We grew up believing there was one formula for success: work harder than everyone else, climb the ladder, collect the promotions, become the girlboss... and then you'd finally feel fulfilled. Except a lot of millennials got there and realized they didn't. This week we're joined by Colleen Bordeaux, founder of Growth Inc. and the creator behind some of TikTok's most painfully accurate takes on corporate life. After spending more than 12 years building multi-million-dollar businesses at Deloitte, Colleen made the leap into entrepreneurship while pregnant with her first child. We talk about ambition, identity, leadership, and what happens when you stop chasing the version of success you thought you were supposed to want. Whether you're questioning your career, trying to become a better leader, or simply wondering if success is supposed to feel different than this, this conversation is for you. In this episode, we cover: The Millennial Girlboss Hangover and why so many high achievers are questioning the careers they worked so hard to buildWhy Colleen would rather be respected than liked, and how that mindset changed her careerThe pressure women face to make themselves smaller, quieter, and more "palatable" at workWhat leaders are getting wrong about Gen Z and how we can bridge the gapLeaving Deloitte while pregnant and betting on herself when the timing made absolutely no sense on paperThe urgent vs. important exercise that completely changed how she prioritizes her timeWhy the habits that make you an incredible individual contributor can quietly hold you back as a leaderBecoming a new mom while building a business from scratchHer idea of "Cringe Mountain" and why being willing to look a little ridiculous is often the price of doing something extraordinaryIf this episode resonates with you, we'd love for you to share it with a friend, colleague, or fellow recovering millennial girlboss who needs to hear it. Don't forget to subscribe, leave us a rating or review, and tag us on social. We love hearing what conversations are resonating with you and your support helps more people discover it's cool, us too. Follow Colleen: Instagram (@growthincubator): https://www.instagram.com/growthincubator TikTok (@growthincubator): https://www.tiktok.com/@growthincubator Website: www.growth-inc.org

    the millennial girlboss hangover with Colleen Bordeaux

  5. May 13

    defining your summer brand: the strategy session we all need

    Summer is officially approaching, and we’re treating it like a full strategy session. In this episode, Cole and Meag sit down to define their “summer brands” — the energy, habits, boundaries, goals, and experiences they actually want to bring into this season. From routines and wellness to friendships, dating, work, money, travel, and protecting your peace, this conversation is all about creating a summer that feels intentional instead of chaotic. We talk about: What last summer taught usThe habits we’re locking in before JuneBalancing fun with structureProtecting our energy and saying no more confidentlySummer spending, ambition, and realistic goalsDating and relationships with more intentionWhat a “good summer” actually looks like in this stage of lifeThe internal and external glow-ups we’re prioritizingThis episode feels like sitting down with your friends to map out the kind of summer you actually want — not the one social media tells you to have. Because maybe your best summer isn’t about doing the most. Maybe it’s about feeling the most like yourself.

  6. May 6

    chronic illness, identity shifts and starting over: when your body changes the rules

    In this episode, we sit down with our longtime friend Sarah McLaren for a deeply honest conversation about chronic illness, identity, ambition, and what happens when your body changes the direction of your life. After getting COVID in 2021, Sarah began experiencing debilitating symptoms including vertigo, extreme fatigue, shortness of breath, cognitive challenges, and sensory overload. What followed was years of searching for answers, navigating the realities of long COVID, and grieving the version of herself she thought she’d always be. Together, we talk about the emotional side of invisible illness, the pressure to remain “high functioning,” and the fear of being perceived differently when your capacity changes. We also explore how health challenges can reshape your relationship with work, success, ambition, and self-worth. This episode is for anyone who has ever felt disconnected from the person they used to be, struggled to ask for help, or realized they can’t simply “push through” anymore. Topics discussed: Long COVID and invisible illnessGrief and identity shiftsRedefining ambition in your 30sCorporate culture and chronic health challengesThe emotional toll of being “high capacity”Recovery, resilience, and rebuilding your lifeIf you’ve ever felt disconnected from the version of yourself you used to be, we hope this conversation reminds you that you’re not alone in the rebuilding.

  7. Apr 29

    decentering work without losing yourself

    In this episode, we’re getting honest about something a lot of us don’t want to admit… work isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are. As women in our 30s who have spent years building careers we’re proud of, we’ve also built lives where everything else seems to revolve around them. Our time, our energy, our relationships, even how we see ourselves. And at some point, you start to ask… is this actually working? We dive into the idea of “decentering work” and what it really means to untangle your identity from your career without losing your ambition. Because it’s not as simple as just caring less. For many of us, work sits at the centre of everything. We also explore the concept of the Wheel of Life and how, in reality, it often looks less like a balanced circle and more like a life where work dictates every other category. From love and friendships to health, fun, and personal growth, we talk about what gets left behind when work takes over. And then we ask the question that stayed with us long after we stopped recording: If you were offered a soft life, would you actually take it? This is a conversation about identity, ambition, burnout, and redefining success on your own terms. It’s messy, honest, and very much something we’re still figuring out in real time. If you’ve ever felt like your worth is tied to your productivity, or wondered who you are outside of what you achieve, this one’s for you.

  8. Apr 22

    climbing cringe mountain: how to build real community as an adult with maggie hildebrand

    This week, we’re joined by Maggie Hildebrand — founder of Connection Collective — and honestly… a bit of a real-life reminder that the life you want might not exist yet because you’re the one meant to create it. After moving from the East Coast to Toronto, Maggie found herself feeling something a lot of us quietly experience but don’t always say out loud: making real friends as an adult is hard. Like… really hard. So instead of waiting for it to magically happen, she did something bold (and slightly unhinged, in the best way): she hosted a picnic for strangers. That one picnic turned into a movement. Now, Maggie runs a full-time community designed to help women build deep, meaningful friendships in a city that can often feel isolating. In this episode, we get into what it actually takes to build connection, why in-person matters more than ever, and what happens when you decide to bet on yourself—even when it’s uncomfortable. We talk about: What it really feels like to start over in a new cityWhy making friends in your 20s and 30s feels so much harder“Climbing the cringe mountain” and putting yourself out there anywayTurning something personal into a business (without losing the heart of it)Taking the leap from a stable career into the unknownWhat it actually means to find your “calling”And why living well might just mean feeling excited about your life againThis episode is for anyone who’s ever felt a little lonely, a little stuck, or like something is missing—and is ready to do something about it. If you loved this episode, please send it to a friend. Or... take this as your sign to make the plan, host the dinner, or send the text. Be sure to follow Maggie and the Collective, and check out their website for upcoming events: @maggiehildebrand @connectioncollective.to https://www.connectioncollective.ca/

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  • Creator
    Meag and Cole
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    143
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    © Meag and Cole
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