Sisters Social Call

Stacey and Krista Ursulescu

Stacey and Krista are two average Canadian sisters in their 40s with pretty average lives but with plenty to say! Join us as we dive into all the twists and turns life throws our way with the humor and grace only sisters can bring. We keep it real but lighthearted, sharing everything from our health journeys, fitness, travel, money, and childhood memories. We will end our podcast each week with our wellness check-in with our regular segment Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Expect lots of laughs and relatable moments with the two sisters you didn't know you had.

  1. 6d ago

    Episode 80: From Beginner to Brave: Hiking Tips with Chris Skinner of Playwest Mountain Experience

    Episode Summary Join sisters, Stacey and Krista as they chat with Chris Skinner, founder of Playwest Mountain Experience, about hiking, mountain guiding, safety, and the transformative power of outdoor adventures. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and those looking to reconnect with nature.  A key takeaway are the F's of hiking - fitness, food and fuel, feet, friction, first aid, facing fears, and fun and friendship.  Chris Skinner joins the sisters in their regular weekly check-ins of Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Mountain guiding, hiking, outdoor adventure, safety, backpacking, Playwest, backcountry, mountain experiences Chapters 0:00 Introduction to Chris Skinner and Playwest Mountain Experience 5:16 Playwest Hiking Opportunities 7:25 Evolution of Playwest 9:20 ACMG Certification and Guiding at Playwest 12:39 The F's of Hiking: Fitness 14:29 The F's of Hiking: Food and Fuel 17:05 The F's of Hiking: Feet 19:59 The F's of Hiking: Friction AKA "Hot Spots" 22:15 The F's of Hiking: First Aid 24:55 The F's of Hiking: Fears 32:37 The F's of Hiking: Fun and Friendship 37:20 Peaks, Pits and Plans with Chris Skinner Resources Playwest Mountain Experience info@playwest.ca @playwest on all the socials Playwest skiing in Japan - Late Jan/Early Feb 2027 Playwest hiking the Andes in Peru Spiceworks Association of Canadian Mountain Guides Connect with Us!  We love hearing from you We share more of our lives and extra behind the scenes content on our Instagram account Instagram and Threads: @sisterssocialcall   Krista Pura Vida Hair Co.  FB: https://www.facebook.com/krista.ursulescu?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Insta: @krista_ursulescu Tiktok @kristaursulescu   https://www.tiktok.com/@kristaursulescu?_t=ZM-8t1KmIzGEVy&_r=1 Blooms and Brushstrokes - Krista's watercolor painting channel https://youtube.com/@kristaursulescu?si=zP-EqvurzM2pJArQ   Stacey www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-ursulescu-4189b1170       Music by Ievgen Poltavskyi from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay

  2. Jul 13

    Episode 79: Reclaiming a World Record - Kenny Chaplin's Journey

    Episode Summary In this episode, Kenny Chaplin shares his incredible journey of attempting to reclaim his Guinness World Record for the most trees planted in 24 hours. He discusses the challenges he faced, the community support he received, and the mental resilience required to push through physical pain. Kenny emphasizes the importance of making opportunities and the impact of planting a forest for future generations. In this engaging conversation, Kenny Chaplin shares his experiences and insights on tree planting, community involvement, and personal growth. He discusses the motivations behind his tree planting efforts, the impact on the community, and his future plans for similar initiatives. Krista and Stacey are joined by Kenny Chaplin to share their Peaks, Pits, and Plans for the week.   Keywords Kenny Chaplin, tree planting, Guinness World Record, community impact, resilience, motivation, environmental legacy, Saskatchewan, food truck, film industry tree planting, community, legacy, health, wellness, personal growth, environmental impact, future plans, family, experiences Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Kenny Chaplin 04:50 Krissy meets Kenny Chaplin 07:07 Preparing for the Guinness World Record Attempt 11:23 The Day of the Record Attempt 17:30 Physical Challenges During the World Record Attempt 23:31 Reflections on the Experience 26:27 The Motivation Behind Tree Planting 31:20 Peaks, Pits and Plans with Kenny Chaplin Resources Find Kenny here: FB - Kenny Chaplin IG - @diggitydawgs.ca; @tinytreeplantingtips Connect with Us!  We love hearing from you We share more of our lives and extra behind the scenes content on our Instagram account Instagram and Threads: @sisterssocialcall   Krista Pura Vida Hair Co.  FB: https://www.facebook.com/krista.ursulescu?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Insta: @krista_ursulescu Tiktok @kristaursulescu   https://www.tiktok.com/@kristaursulescu?_t=ZM-8t1KmIzGEVy&_r=1 Blooms and Brushstrokes - Krista's watercolor painting channel https://youtube.com/@kristaursulescu?si=zP-EqvurzM2pJArQ   Stacey www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-ursulescu-4189b1170       Music by Ievgen Poltavskyi from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay

  3. Jul 6

    Episode 78: Who Are You Beyond Your Job?

    Episode Summary In this episode, sisters Stacey and Krista explore the concept of identity beyond career, relationships, and societal labels. They share personal insights and challenge listeners to redefine how they introduce themselves and connect with others. As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Identity, self-discovery, personal growth, relationships, career, social connection Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Identity Beyond Career 02:17 Exploring Personal Identity and Values 04:11 The Impact of Career on Self-Perception 06:09 Defining Ourselves Outside of Relationships 08:17 Navigating Social Expectations and Identity 10:24 The Awkwardness of Relationship Status 12:40 Embracing Singlehood and Personal Growth 14:36 Navigating Identity and Relationship Status 16:59 The Role of Parenthood in Social Interactions 18:30 Personal Growth and Self-Discovery 22:14 Challenging Conventional Introductions 22:32 Peaks, pits, and plans Connect with Us!  We love hearing from you We share more of our lives and extra behind the scenes content on our Instagram account Instagram and Threads: @sisterssocialcall   Krista Pura Vida Hair Co.  FB: https://www.facebook.com/krista.ursulescu?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Insta: @krista_ursulescu Tiktok @kristaursulescu   https://www.tiktok.com/@kristaursulescu?_t=ZM-8t1KmIzGEVy&_r=1 Blooms and Brushstrokes - Krista's watercolor painting channel https://youtube.com/@kristaursulescu?si=zP-EqvurzM2pJArQ   Stacey www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-ursulescu-4189b1170   Music by Ievgen Poltavskyi from Pixabay

  4. Jun 29

    Episode 77: Wills, Wishes & What Matters Most

    Episode Summary In this episode, Stacey and Krista delve into the importance of estate planning, wills, and the emotional and practical aspects of preparing for end-of-life arrangements. They share personal experiences, tips, and insights to help listeners navigate this often uncomfortable but essential process. As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans and Krista has another Ick to add. Keywords Wills, estate planning, inheritance, legal updates, family, end-of-life, beneficiaries, guardianship, pet care, personal property Chapters 00:00 Sisterly Catch-Up and Anticipation 02:09 Navigating the Will Conversation 04:34 Updating Wills and Estate Planning 06:43 The Importance of Having a Will 10:06 Attitudes Towards Mortality and Wills 13:14 Executor Responsibilities and Family Dynamics 15:27 Designating Guardians for Children 17:38 Beneficiaries and Funeral Wishes 18:22 Navigating Life Insurance and Wills 19:40 Personal Property and Sentimental Items 20:40 Pet Care and Guardianship 21:31 The Importance of Updating Wills 22:41 Conversations About Death and Estate Planning 24:51 Pits, Icks, Peaks, and Plans Resources Wilful.co Connect with Us!  We love hearing from you We share more of our lives and extra behind the scenes content on our Instagram account Instagram and Threads: @sisterssocialcall Krista Pura Vida Hair Co.  FB: https://www.facebook.com/krista.ursulescu?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Insta: @krista_ursulescu Tiktok @kristaursulescu   https://www.tiktok.com/@kristaursulescu?_t=ZM-8t1KmIzGEVy&_r=1 Blooms and Brushstrokes - Krista's watercolor painting channel https://youtube.com/@kristaursulescu?si=zP-EqvurzM2pJArQ Stacey www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-ursulescu-4189b1170 Music by Ievgen Poltavskyi from Pixabay

  5. Jun 22

    Episode 76: Life Lately: A Sisters Social Call Catch-Up

    Episode Summary In this episode, Krista and Stacey share updates on their summer plans, recent experiences, and thoughts on land, mushrooms, and community events. They also discuss scams, family visits, and their excitement for upcoming activities.  A true, random sister chat. As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Summer plans, land, mushrooms, oyster mushrooms, community events, scams, family, Regina Beach, Indigenous People's Day, gratitude Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Sister Social Call 01:45 Monty the Cat Update 03:58 Stacey's Summer Vacation Goals 05:01 Surprise! Krista has Vacation  Goals for Stacey 07:38 Krista's Second Vacation Goal for Stacey: Help Sell Bracelets at the Sip and Shop Event 09:26 Summer Hiking Adventures 10:35 Tent Setup Challenges and Polygon Shapes 12:38 Summer Plans and Deployments 13:54 Home Improvements and Enjoying Local Life 16:22 Exciting Reunions and Friendships 18:23 The Fleeting Nature of Summer 19:06 Mushroom Foraging Adventures 25:17 Celebrating Indigenous Culture and Community Projects 27:10 Peaks, Pits, and Plans  Resources Quadrilateral - Stacey spoke about the shape of Shawn's tent and said it was a quadrilateral.  In fact, it is actually a parallelogram which is a type of quadrilateral.   Connect with Us!  We love hearing from you We share more of our lives and extra behind the scenes content on our Instagram account Instagram and Threads: @sisterssocialcall   Krista Pura Vida Hair Co.  FB: https://www.facebook.com/krista.ursulescu?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Insta: @krista_ursulescu Tiktok @kristaursulescu   https://www.tiktok.com/@kristaursulescu?_t=ZM-8t1KmIzGEVy&_r=1 Blooms and Brushstrokes - Krista's watercolor painting channel https://youtube.com/@kristaursulescu?si=zP-EqvurzM2pJArQ   Stacey www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-ursulescu-4189b1170

  6. Jun 15

    Episode 75: The Menopause Diaries - Real Talk, Real Symptoms

    Episode Summar In this episode, Stacey and Krista share their personal journeys through perimenopause and menopause, discussing symptoms, treatments. They also explore the importance of open conversations and ongoing education about women's health during these life stages. Keywords Perimenopause, menopause, women's health, hormone therapy, aging, health journey, societal perceptions, open conversations Resources The New Menopause by Dr. Mary Claire Haver Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Merch Announcement 01:50 Stacey's Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) Diagnosis 04:23 Krista's Perimenopause Start 07:12 Cognitive Changes and Memory Issues 08:48 The Role of Supplements and Nutrition 11:10 Navigating Conversations about Menopause 13:49 The Impact of Alcohol on Menopausal Symptoms 16:52 Physical Changes and Symptoms of Menopause 20:20 Navigating Menopause: Supplements and Health Strategies 23:21 Personal Health Journeys: Cholesterol and Self-Care 25:21 Understanding Body Changes: Strength and Composition 27:09 Hormone Replacement Therapy: Long-Term Considerations 28:13 Peaks, Pits, and Plans Connect with Us!  We love hearing from you We share more of our lives and extra behind the scenes content on our Instagram account Instagram and Threads: @sisterssocialcall   Krista Pura Vida Hair Co.  FB: https://www.facebook.com/krista.ursulescu?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Insta: @krista_ursulescu Tiktok @kristaursulescu   https://www.tiktok.com/@kristaursulescu?_t=ZM-8t1KmIzGEVy&_r=1 Blooms and Brushstrokes - Krista's watercolor painting channel https://youtube.com/@kristaursulescu?si=zP-EqvurzM2pJArQ   Stacey www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-ursulescu-4189b1170   Music by Ievgen Poltavskyi from Pixabay

  7. Jun 8

    Episode 74: The Thrill of Thrifting and Garage Saleing

    Episode Summary Krista and Stacey share their passion for thrifting, garage sailing, and recycling, exploring how these hobbies contribute to their sustainable lifestyle and community connection. They discuss tips, funny stories, and the environmental benefits of secondhand shopping, inspiring listeners to embrace thrifting and treasure hunting. As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Thrifting, garage saleing, Facebook Marketplace, dumpster diving, recycling, sustainable living, community, deals, secondhand shopping, tips Chapters Chapters 00:00 The Thrill of Thrifting and Garage Sales 03:24 Thrifting and Garage Sailing Wishlists 06:51 Finding Deals: Stories from the Sales 13:04 Sustainable Shopping: Reusing and Recycling 14:06 Tips and Tricks for Staying Focused when Thrifting 17:20 Gardening and Plant Exchanges: A New Kind of Thrifting 18:28 Garage Sale Tips and Tricks 20:31 Peaks, Pits and Plans Connect with Us!  We love hearing from you We share more of our lives and extra behind the scenes content on our Instagram account Instagram and Threads: @sisterssocialcall Krista Pura Vida Hair Co.  FB: https://www.facebook.com/krista.ursulescu?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Insta: @krista_ursulescu Tiktok @kristaursulescu   https://www.tiktok.com/@kristaursulescu?_t=ZM-8t1KmIzGEVy&_r=1 Blooms and Brushstrokes - Krista's watercolor painting channel https://youtube.com/@kristaursulescu?si=zP-EqvurzM2pJArQ   Stacey www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-ursulescu-4189b1170   Music by Ievgen Poltavskyi from Pixabay

  8. Jun 1

    Episode 73: Current Faves - Podcasts on our Playlists

    Show Notes Template Episode Summary In this episode, Krista and Stacey share the podcasts they are listening to just in time for you to create your summer must-listen-to playlists.  They discuss their favourite health podcasts, podcasts that are topping the Canadian charts, and other Canadian podcasts they are binging. As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Health podcasts, Top 10 Podcasts in Canada, Canadian podcasts, independent podcasts Chapters 00:00 Summer Vibes and Podcast Introductions 01:35 Exploring Health Podcasts 05:37 Top Podcasts in Canada 11:50 Canadian Content and Fun Recommendations 17:59 Peaks, Pits, and Plans   Here are the podcasts we are listening to! Psychology Unplugged with Dr. Corey Nigro unPAUSED with Dr. Mary Claire Haver The Tamsen Show with Tamsn Fadal The Resetter Podcast by Dr. Mindy Pelz Diary of a CEO with Steven Bartlett Moonshots F*ck Buddies Podcast Canardian hosted by Katie Laur Big in Canada Sickboy In Her Defence with Jana Pruden   Connect with Us!  We love hearing from you We share more of our lives and extra behind the scenes content on our Instagram account Instagram and Threads: @sisterssocialcall   Krista Pura Vida Hair Co.  FB: https://www.facebook.com/krista.ursulescu?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Insta: @krista_ursulescu Tiktok @kristaursulescu   https://www.tiktok.com/@kristaursulescu?_t=ZM-8t1KmIzGEVy&_r=1 Blooms and Brushstrokes - Krista's watercolor painting channel https://youtube.com/@kristaursulescu?si=zP-EqvurzM2pJArQ   Stacey www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-ursulescu-4189b1170   Music by Ievgen Poltavskyi from Pixabay

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About

Stacey and Krista are two average Canadian sisters in their 40s with pretty average lives but with plenty to say! Join us as we dive into all the twists and turns life throws our way with the humor and grace only sisters can bring. We keep it real but lighthearted, sharing everything from our health journeys, fitness, travel, money, and childhood memories. We will end our podcast each week with our wellness check-in with our regular segment Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Expect lots of laughs and relatable moments with the two sisters you didn't know you had.

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  • Creator
    Stacey and Krista Ursulescu
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    80
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
    Sisters Social Call

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