Long Story Short with Megan and Wendy: The Podcast

Wendy Nielsen and Megan Samarin
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Long Story Short with Megan and Wendy: The Podcast

We're your best friends on the internet! Join Megan and Wendy in a weekly conversation centered around the topics they care about like parenting, beauty, self-care, pop culture, midlife, friendships, current events, all in the light and humorous style that they’re known for.

  1. 09/06/2023

    Introducing: Approved with Megan and Wendy

    Introducing Approved with Megan and Wendy! Looking for a fun and informative podcast hosted by the dynamic duo Megan and Wendy? Look no further than Approved with Megan and Wendy. Your favorite Hallmark movie reviewers are bringing their same hilarious banter to a brand new show where they ask each other what they are using and loving for the week. Visit the Approved with Megan and Wendy homepage. Three new episodes will debut on Wednesday, September 6th! Where to Listen to Approved with Megan and Wendy? Approved with Megan and Wendy is available now on all podcast platforms. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify What You Can Expect from Approved with Megan and Wendy Approved with Megan and Wendy isn't just about laughs - these ladies are also sharing their not-so-expert recommendations on all the things you need in your life. They'll include things that they regularly repurchase and new discoveries they can't live without. From beauty to home, car to cleaning, Megan and Wendy have got you covered. Reviews are always genuine and never sponsored. Let Megan and Wendy do the hard work for you. The focus is on realistic solutions to real life problems, whether that's finding the perfect sunscreen or keeping your house clean. So if you're a product junkie or just looking to make your life a little easier, please following and listen to Approved with Megan and Wendy every week.

    12 min

  2. 08/30/2023

    Episode 100: The Future of Long Story Short

    Megan and Wendy sit down for the first time after a long summer hiatus to talk about the future of Long Story Short! We have several exciting announcements to make, so listen in! Introducing Approved with Megan and Wendy We're excited to announce our new podcast, Approved with Megan and Wendy. You can subscribe/follow NOW in the podcast app of your choice! New episodes drop on Wednesdays starting on September 6. Long Story Short is Moving to Patreon We're taking Long Story Short to Patreon permanently! We would love to have you join us there for just $5 per month. New episodes will drop every Monday. There's a seven day free trial available before you commit. Our New Podcasting Schedule With all of these changes comes a new schedule. We've created an easy to follow image so you know were to find us on any give day of the week.

  3. 05/25/2023

    Episode 99: Something About Summer

    There is something about summer, isn't there? The long, warm days that make everyone crazy come Labor Day. Megan and Wendy talk candidly about their hopes for this summer. Plus, a new addition to the Long Story Short team, a bone update from Wendy, and a recall that might affect you at home. Hey this is the last episode in this free feed until September. Join us for $5/month this summer over on Pateron! You'll find exclusive, brand new content over there from June - September. * I WANT MEGAN AND WENDY ON PATREON* Megan and Wendy talk about their summer plans and what they hope for. Sign Up for Patreon Want brand new episodes all summer long? Sign up for Patreon for just $5/month where you'll get exclusive podcast episodes including Pop Culture Club and Friday Five. Plus access to the archive! * I WANT MEGAN AND WENDY ON PATREON* Mentioned in this Episode * Understanding bone density results * Target candle recall alert * Starbucks rolling out nugget ice at their stores * CROCS are number one on Amazon * 100 things to do this summer and 100 things to do for teens during summer * Hoka Clifton Walking Shoes ($145) * Emeals - What is it? and our non-sponsored review of Emeals * Large summer calendar, download and printable ($5.99) * Sweaty summer solutions podcast * MegaBabe Thigh Rescue ($14), Body Dust ($20) and Gold Bond Spray ($8) * Megan's go-to sunscreens: Supergoop PLAY Everyday ($22+) and a href="https://rstyl...

    51 min

  4. 05/18/2023

    Episode 98: 2023 Summer Reading Guide

    You all know this is Megan's 2023 Summer Reading Guide. Wendy's got absolutely nothing to do it! If you're looking for something good to read this summer, Megan has a book suggestion for you. From young adult to rom-com and sci-fi to personal memoir - this is a comprehensive summer reading list. Plus, an update on an Approved item, a milk shower, and emails to the teacher. Is it summer yet? * I WANT MEGAN AND WENDY ON PATREON* Megan and Wendy share the 2023 Summer Reading Guide curated by super reader Megan! Young adult, rom-com, sci-fi, fantasy, memoirs and more! Sign Up for Patreon Want brand new episodes all summer long? Sign up for Patreon for just $5/month where you'll get exclusive podcast episodes including Pop Culture Club and Friday Five. Plus access to the archive! * I WANT MEGAN AND WENDY ON PATREON* Mentioned in this Episode * Target's Up & Up brand air freshener in fresh linen ($3.49) * B-Tight Lift & Firm Booty Mask (Ulta, $49) * What pink pepperslim does * "Heartstopper" on Netflix Summer Reading List 2023 All of these books are linked in our Amazon storefront! * Solitaire by Alice Oseman * True Love Experiment by Christina Lauren * The Ferryman by Justin Cronin * The Five Star Weekend by Elin Hilderbrand * Georgie All Along by Kate Clayborn * In the Lives of Puppets by TJ Klune * A Heart that Works by Rob Delaney * The Anthropocene Reviewed: Essays on a Human-Centered Planet by John Green * The Happy Place by Emily Henry * Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt * Red, White and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston Megan and Wendy Approved! * Bona Pet System Mircrofiber Sweeping Pad (Target, $20) * The Inkey Caffeine Eye Cream (Sephora, $10.99)

    36 min

  5. 05/11/2023

    Episode 97: Bright and Tight – Body Beauty Favorites

    Megan and Wendy share their go-to favorite body beauty favorites products in today's brand new episode! Also, a ChatGPT experiment, berries from "Shark Tank" and the Bama Rush documentary. Plus, we want listeners to weigh in on Megan's weird neighbor situation! * I WANT MEGAN AND WENDY ON PATREON* Megan and Wendy share their body beauty favorites Sign Up for Patreon Want brand new episodes all summer long? Sign up for Patreon for just $5/month where you'll get exclusive podcast episodes including Pop Culture Club and Friday Five. Plus access to the archive! * I WANT MEGAN AND WENDY ON PATREON* Mentioned in this Episode Everything Wendy Mentioned: * Dr. Teals Foaming Bath in Cannabis Sativa Hemp Seed Oil * Saltair Skin Softening Serum Body Wash in Pink Beach * Tree Hut Coco Colada Foaming Gel Wash * Tree Hut Sugar Scrub in Pineapple * AOS Detox Lemon Brightening Sugar Scrub (small business from Bend, OR) * Dry Brushing brush * Body Buddy Lotion Applicator * Nivea Skin Firming Body Lotion * Eucerin Advanced Repair Hand Cream * Apothecanna Extra Strength Body Cream with 400 mg CBD * Maely's B-Glossy Smoothing Body Serum * Mega Babe Body Dust * The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% * Caudalie Hand and Nail Cream Everything Megan Mentioned: * Harry's Fig Scented Body Wash * Naturium Glow Getter Body Wash * Tree Hut Sugar Scrub in Pineapple,

    41 min

  6. 05/04/2023

    Episode 96: Pop Culture Club – May 2023

    In today's brand new episode, Megan and Wendy share everything they are watching, reading, and reading in this month's Pop Culture Club May 2023. Plus, don't miss the Instagram fire Megan ignited about butter and a confession from Wendy. Megan and Wendy share all the things they are watching, reading and listening to in this month's Pop Culture Episode. Sign Up for Patreon Want brand new episodes all summer long? Sign up for Patreon for just $5/month where you'll get exclusive podcast episodes including Pop Culture Club and Friday Five. Plus access to the archive! * I WANT MEGAN AND WENDY ON PATREON* Mentioned in this Episode Megan is Watching: * Check out our Girls Gone Hallmark summer schedule. Fans of the podcast have requested their favorite Hallmark movies and they delivered! Feeling like a Hallmark movie, definitely catch something from this list. * The Diplomat (Netflix) * The Newsroom (from 2012, Aaron Sorkin) * Survivor (CBS, Paramount+) * Ted Lasso (AppleTV) Wendy is Watching: * Vanderpump Rules Watch with Brittany and Jax (Peacock) * The Diplomat * Emily in Paris (Netflix) * George Michael Freedom Uncut documentary * Shining Vale (Courtney Cox, Greg Kinnear, co-created by Sharon Horgan on STARZ) * Ted Lasso * The Fabelmans (Steven Spielberg) * Are You There God, It's Me Margaret? Megan is Reading: * The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna * Georgie All Along by Kate Clayborn * Hate You Later by Ciara Blume Wendy Wants to Read: * Icebreaker by Hannah Grace * Moments Like This by Anna Gomez and Kristoffer Polaha * The Life Council by Laura Tremaine Megan is Listening to: * The Royals of Malibu (scripted podcast) * On Fire with Jeff Probst Wendy is Listening to: * Jeff Lewis Live on SiriusXM * Scheanagains with Scheana Shay * Give Them Lala * On Fire with Jeff Probst Megan and Wendy Approved! * Megan is loving the KIND Minis Dark Chocolate Nuts & Sea Salt bars ($8.99/Target) * Wendy is a big fan of a href="https://rstyle.

    40 min

  7. 04/27/2023

    Episode 95: Highs and Lows of Trader Joe’s

    Y'all love our Trader Joe's content so we decided to talk about the highs and lows of Trader Joe's in today's brand new podcast episode. Listen in for what we think is the good, the bad, and the ugly of America's quirkiest grocery retailer. Plus, a hot tip on Rao's at Costco, a Perrier update from Wendy, and an announcement about the future of this podcast. What's your favorite, go-to item from Trader Joe's? Email the show at meganandwendy@gmail.com. Megan and Wendy talk about the highs and lows of Trader Joe's. Sign Up for Patreon Want brand new episodes all summer long? Sign up for Patreon for just $5/month where you'll get exclusive podcast episodes including Pop Culture Club and Friday Five. Plus access to the archive! I WANT MEGAN AND WENDY ON PATREON More Trader Joe's Content You Might Like * Episode 18: Trader Joe's Beauty podcast (#1 most downloaded episode) * Episode 13: Easy Trader Joe's Dinner Ideas * Trader Joe's Kringle Flavors Ranked (highly searched blog post) * Back to School Lunch Ideas from TJ's Mentioned on this Episode * @TraderJoes5ItemsOrLess Instagram account - LOVE! * @TraderJoesList - go to Trader Joe's finds and reviews Approved * President Salted Butter (found at Ralphs for $4.29) * Woodless pencils ($15)

    47 min

  8. 04/20/2023

    Episode 94: Favorite Hair Products

    This episode is brought to you by jet lag. Megan and Wendy share their favorite hair products. Plus, a review of Wendy's trip to Paris, Megan co-signs on two of Wendy's previous Approved items, and a 21-Day Challenge that might not be recommended. Would you rather a personal chef or a daily housekeeper? Email the show at meganandwendy@gmail.com. Mentioned in this Episode Wendy's Favorite Hair Products (short, progressively thinning, color-treated hair) * Lush Daddyo purple shampoo * Nioxin System 4 Shampoo and Conditioner * Redken One United Multi-Benefit Treatment Spray * Bumble and Bumble Surf Wave Foam * Redken Control Hairspray #28 * Living Proof Full Dry Volume and Texture Spray Megan's Favorite Hair Products (long, thick, non color-treated hair) * ANTI-RECOMMENDATION: K18 Hair Mask * Pantene Pro-V Daily Moisture Renewal Shampoo * L'Oreal Elvive (black bottle) * L'Oreal Paris Elvive Wonder Water * Raw Sugar Multi Miracle Leave-in Conditioner & Heat Protectant * Batiste Dry Shampoo * Ouai Hair Oil Approved * Jo Malone Vitamin E Hand Treatment ($65) * Perrier Carbonated Mineral Water ($6.59/8 pack)

    37 min
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