Take it Home

Marisa Nahas & Noelle Cornelius

A cozy, candid podcast hosted by two NYC roommates with big dreams, figuring life out one honest conversation at a time. We dive into the beautiful mess of being a 20-something woman navigating life, love, career, and everything in between. Whether it's a chat about moving to a new city, dating disasters, or taking a solo trip across the world, we're here to laugh, cry, and grow right alongside you. Each episode is an invitation to a cozy night in our apartment- complete with real talk, a signature drink of the week, and a "take home" moment to leave you feeling lifted, inspired, and a little less alone. You've just found your new best friends! 

  1. Random Acts of Kindness: "It's The Holiday Season"

    12/25/2025

    Random Acts of Kindness: "It's The Holiday Season"

    This Christmas morning, we’re leaning into something simple, but incredibly powerful: kindness. In this special holiday episode, we explore how small, unexpected acts of kindness can ripple outward in ways we may never fully see. The holidays can be joyful, but they can also be heavy, lonely, and complicated for so many people, and kindness has a way of cutting through all of that. We start by reading some of the most moving stories of the year from the Random Acts of Kindness Reddit page, moments of humanity, generosity, and quiet care that reminded us how good people can be. From there, we share our own experiences with giving and receiving random acts of kindness, along with realistic ideas for how you can spread kindness in your everyday life. To close, we read listener write-ins about moments that changed them, times when a stranger showed up, or when they were able to be that person for someone else. Whether you’re celebrating, grieving, resting, or just getting through the day, this episode is a reminder that you never know what someone is carrying, and kindness can go a long way. We hope this episode feels like a soft place to land this holiday season. 🎄✨ Sip of the Week: Eggnog with Homemade Whipped Cream  Follow the pod! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takeithomepod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@takeithomepod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578799063992 Watch the Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TakeItHomePod Follow your Hosts! Marisa: https://www.instagram.com/marisanahas/ https://www.tiktok.com/@marisanahas Noelle: https://www.instagram.com/noellecornelius/ https://www.tiktok.com/@noellecornelius

    1h 6m
  2. Building a Marriage Before 30: With Mikayla Cohen

    12/11/2025

    Building a Marriage Before 30: With Mikayla Cohen

    This week, we’re joined by our dear friend Mikayla, newly married and glowing just one month after the big day. In a world where the conversation is often centered around dating, situationships, and celebrating singleness, we wanted to highlight a different truth: some people find their person early, grow up together, and build something beautiful long before 30. Mikayla and her husband have been together for over ten years, and in this episode, she opens up about what healthy love has looked like for them from adolescence into adulthood. We dive into her best tips for partnership, the realities and stressors of wedding planning, and the pressure of societal expectations around what a wedding “should” be. We also unpack some of the toxic language around “finding your person” and how that narrative can make people feel behind or unworthy. Together, we emphasize this reminder: wherever you are in your love journey — single, dating, settling down, or unsure, it’s valid. You’re not behind. You’re not ahead. You’re exactly where you’re meant to be. Tune in for a grounded, heartfelt conversation about growing love, choosing partnership, and rewriting the norms around relationships. Sip of the Week: Porto Tonic (a classic Portuguese cocktail containing a mix of port wine & tonic water. Usually served over ice with a citrus garnish.) Follow Mikayla! Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikaylaacohen/?hl=en Mik's Baby Cakes: https://www.instagram.com/miksbabycakes/ Follow the pod! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takeithomepod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@takeithomepod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578799063992 Watch the Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TakeItHomePod Follow your Hosts! Marisa: https://www.instagram.com/marisanahas/ https://www.tiktok.com/@marisanahas Noelle: https://www.instagram.com/noellecornelius/ https://www.tiktok.com/@noellecornelius

    1h 13m
  3. Growing Apart: “Is It a Me Thing?”

    12/04/2025

    Growing Apart: “Is It a Me Thing?”

    In this week’s episode, we get real about one of the most universal parts of your 20s: outgrowing friendships. We talk about how distance, time, mismatched energy, and shifting priorities can slowly create space between you and people who once felt like family. We share our own experiences with recognizing when certain friendships were draining us instead of filling our cup, and how heartbreaking, but necessary it can be to step back. From tough confrontations to unexpected fallouts to moments where we didn’t feel seen by the people we trusted most, we unpack the messy, uncomfortable parts no one warns you about. And because growth isn’t all loss, we end on a hopeful note: how we’re nurturing the friendships that feel aligned, supportive, and safe today. If you’ve ever wondered whether growing apart means something is “wrong” with you, this episode will make you feel a little less alone. Sip of the Week: Cacao Latte (Cacao powder, maple syrup, & a dash of cinnamon mixed with steamed milk) Follow the pod! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takeithomepod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@takeithomepod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578799063992 Watch the Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TakeItHomePod Follow your Hosts! Marisa: https://www.instagram.com/marisanahas/ https://www.tiktok.com/@marisanahas Noelle: https://www.instagram.com/noellecornelius/ https://www.tiktok.com/@noellecornelius

    55 min
  4. Smile of the Year: “Happy Thanksgiving to You"

    11/27/2025

    Smile of the Year: “Happy Thanksgiving to You"

    This week’s episode comes out on Thanksgiving, so we’re leaning all the way into gratitude. Every episode, we start with our “Smile of the Week," a ritual where we each share something that made us smile to help ground ourselves and practice looking for the good. But for this special holiday episode, we’re taking it bigger: welcome to Smile of the Year. We each pick our five biggest “smiles” from the entire year — across categories we made together.  We reflect on the moments, people, and experiences that lifted us, surprised us, or reminded us we’re growing. This tradition actually comes from something we used to do in our real friendship during tough seasons. Every day we’d write down ten things that made us smile in our notes apps and then read them to each other at night. It trained our brains to notice joy, even in the smallest places. Grab something warm, settle in, and celebrate Thanksgiving with us — one smile at a time. Sip of the week: Cranberry Mocktail (pure cranberry juice, ginger beer, a squeeze of orange w/ an orange zest & white sugar rim)  Follow the pod! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takeithomepod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@takeithomepod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578799063992 Watch the Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TakeItHomePod Follow your Hosts! Marisa: https://www.instagram.com/marisanahas/ https://www.tiktok.com/@marisanahas Noelle: https://www.instagram.com/noellecornelius/ https://www.tiktok.com/@noellecornelius

    52 min

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
9 Ratings

About

A cozy, candid podcast hosted by two NYC roommates with big dreams, figuring life out one honest conversation at a time. We dive into the beautiful mess of being a 20-something woman navigating life, love, career, and everything in between. Whether it's a chat about moving to a new city, dating disasters, or taking a solo trip across the world, we're here to laugh, cry, and grow right alongside you. Each episode is an invitation to a cozy night in our apartment- complete with real talk, a signature drink of the week, and a "take home" moment to leave you feeling lifted, inspired, and a little less alone. You've just found your new best friends!