Sisters Social Call

Stacey and Krista Ursulescu
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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 86: How We Started a Podcast: From Idea to Production

    Episode Summary Krista and Stacey share their journey of starting and growing their podcast, offering practical tips for aspiring podcasters. They discuss equipment, consistency, monetization, and the importance of authenticity. As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Podcasting, podcast tips, audio quality, consistency, monetization, podcast equipment, community building, podcast growth Chapters 0:00 Introduction and podcast origin story 4:52 Recording software 5:48 First episode woes 6:44 Consistent podcast format 7:15 Importance of having a podcast script 10:06 Consistency is key 14:05 Good audio is crucial 17:50 Podcast monetization 22:36 Best advice, just try it 25:07 Ideal podcast episode length 28:05 Peaks, pits and plans Resources Riverside FM - Podcast recording studion Libsyn - Podcast hosting platform HyperX Microphone - our microphone is not available but here is the brand that we are using 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

  2. Aug 24

    Episode 85: Things We Believed in Our 20s (But Definitely Don't in Our 40s)

    Episode Summary Krista and Stacey explore how perceptions of age and life milestones evolve over time, emphasizing that age is truly just a number. They share personal stories and insights on education, politics, and health that have changed since their 20s.  As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Age, life milestones, beliefs, values, opinions, personal growth, health, living authentically, mindset, perspective, aging gracefully Chapters 0:00 Introduction and birthday review 1:18 Beliefs that have changed since our 20s 2:09 Redefining age 10:18 Rethinking education paths 12:44 Changing political views over time 18:22 Peaks, pits, and plans Resources Rundle Mountain Lodge 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. Aug 17

    Episode 84: 44 Questions for Krista's 44th Birthday

    Episode Summary In this episode, the ladies continue their birthday tradition of asking each other a number of questions corresponding to their birthday.  Krista begins the episode by sharing a quick update in her midlife dating journey.  Then they get into questions about childhood memories, and insights on personal growth, career, and self-awareness. Stacey and Krista explore topics like age perceptions, childhood influences, personal growth, the realities of entrepreneurship and life goals, sharing insights and heartfelt stories that inspire and entertain. As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Midlife dating, personal growth, childhood memories, entrepreneurship, self-awareness, life lessons, career, family, self-confidence, change of mind personal growth, relationships, life goals, self-discovery, friendship, mental health, inspiration, storytelling Chapters Chapters 0:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 1:15 Krista's Midlife Dating Update 4:53 44 Questions for Krista's 44th Birthday 43:05 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. Aug 10

    Episode 83: Dating in Midlife

    Episode Summary In this episode of Sisters Social Call, Krista opens up about what it's really like to date in midlife, the good, the awkward, the unexpected, and everything in between. Krista shares her experiences of dating in her 40s with plenty of honesty, humour, and a few stories along the way. Stacey joins the conversation with questions, laughs, and her perspective from the sidelines.  As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Midlife dating, relationships, emotional health, communication, self-discovery, dating tips, personal growth, dating in your 40s, self-awareness, love and connection Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Krista and Stacey's discussion on midlife dating 02:02 Krista reflects on her year of self-discovery since her breakup 03:59 Clarifying the difference between meeting, getting to know, and dating 10:05 Manifesting love: focusing on feelings rather than specific trait 11:58 The significance of feeling safe, accepted, and celebrated in a partnership 14:00 Krista's experiences with online dating and her personal boundaries 16:08 Balancing independence and sharing life in midlife relationships 22:01 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 Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay

  5. Aug 3

    Episode 82: Sleep Issues in Our 40's

    Episode Summary In this episode, Stacey and Krista discuss sleep struggles during menopause, sharing personal experiences, strategies, and scientific insights to help women navigate this challenging phase. As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Menopause, sleep, sleep strategies, hormone replacement therapy, menopause brain, sleep hygiene, women health, hormonal changes Chapters 00:00 Introduction to sleep struggles in menopause 01:07 Krista's experience with sleep issues 02:16 Insights from 'The Menopause Brain' by Dr. Lisa Muscone 04:00 Krista's early sleep strategies 06:29 Hormone replacement therapy and sleep improvement 10:43 Sleep hygiene tips from Dr. Mary Claire 12:02 Reducing blue light exposure before bed 13:25 Disconnecting from electronics for better sleep 15:11 Seasonal routines for sleep hygiene 19:43 Krista and Stacey's personal strategies and support 23:32 Peaks, Pits and Plans Resources The Menopause Brain by Dr. Lisa Mosconi The New Menopause by Dr. Mary Claire Haver 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

  6. Jul 27

    Episode 81: Traveling as Sisters - Lessons from Krista and Stacey The Ultimate Sister Travel Guide: Tips and Stories

    Episode Summary In this episode, sisters Krista and Stacey share their experiences traveling together, highlighting what makes their trips memorable, the challenges they face, and tips for maintaining a strong sibling bond while exploring the world. They also discuss upcoming travel plans, personal growth, and the importance of flexibility and communication. As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Sisters, travel, sibling bond, travel tips, adventure, family trips, travel challenges, personal growth, travel planning Chapters 00:00 — Introduction and exciting news about the podcast 02:18 — Travelling Together as Sisters 03:46 — Favourite Trips We've Taken Together 08:43 — The Enjoyable Parts of Travelling as Sisters 09:40 — The Challenging Parts of Travelling as Sisters 10:39 — Reverting to Childhood Roles when Travelling as Sisters 13:12 — Learning About Each Sister Through Travel 17:06 — Planning vs. Spontaneity: Our Biggest Travel Challenge 22:33 — Travel Tips for Sisters 25:16 — Peaks, Pits, and Plans Resources We are grateful to Kattie Laur for including us in her "18 Podcasts From Your Favourite Canadian Gal Pals" list.  What an honour to be included in this list with these amazing creators.  Go give Kattie a follow: @podthenorth or @podkatt.  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

  7. Jul 20

    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

  8. 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

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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
    86
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
    Sisters Social Call

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