That's Fun

Nikki & Damaris
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Life is a wild ride, full of highs, lows, and everything in between. But who says you can’t have fun while facing it all head-on? Welcome to "That’s Fun" the podcast where best friends Nikki Dinki and Damaris Phillips bring you the perfect blend of laughter, insight, and real talk. Join Nikki and Damaris as they embark on a lively journey to discover the secret to keeping life light and hilarious, even when it’s anything but. With infectious enthusiasm and a touch of loving sarcasm, they dive into topics that will get your brain buzzing and your spirit soaring. From backyard adventures to globe-trotting escapades, culinary creations, and quirky hobbies, they explore it all with genuine passion and a whole lot of heart. But it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. Nikki and Damaris aren’t afraid to tackle the tough stuff, too. They get real about life’s challenges, sharing personal stories of setbacks, triumphs, and resilience. Whether you’re grappling with the realities of middle age, parenting, or just trying to keep your inner child alive, they’ve got your back. Through laughter, heartfelt advice, and a shared sense of adventure, Nikki and Damaris create a community of listeners who are ready to embrace life’s ups and downs. So, if you’re looking for a podcast that makes you laugh out loud while reminding you to live fully, “That’s Fun + Real” is your new go-to. Tune in, because life is too short not to have fun—and Nikki and Damaris are here to show you how.

  1. 2d ago

    We Probably Should’ve Told You This 79 Episodes Ago

    Almost 80 episodes in, Nikki and Damaris realized there’s something they probably should have explained a long time ago: Why exactly are they doing this podcast? So they’re going back to the beginning, to a hotel room in 2013, where they met as competitors on Food Network Star. On paper, they had every reason to size each other up. Instead, they found trust, mutual respect, and the beginning of a friendship that would eventually involve a whole lot of actual phone calls. They talk about what makes female friendship so powerful, why finding someone you can be completely messy with matters, and the effort it takes to keep those relationships close. They also get into something they’ve become increasingly intentional about with That’s Fun: leaving the conversation mostly unedited. The interruptions stay. The tangents stay. The occasional episode where they don’t quite nail it stays, too. After years of television, where entire teams worked behind the scenes to make everything look effortless and perfect, they wanted this to feel different. More like the conversations they actually have when one of them picks up the phone, and like there’s room for one more person on the call. So consider this the episode that probably should have been Episode 1. It just took them almost 80 episodes to get around to it. And if you’ve been listening all along, or you just found them today, now you know what you signed up for: two friends figuring out how to make life a little better, a little more exciting and, whenever possible, a whole lot more fun. Come hang out.

  2. Sep 7

    Wait, When Did Cooking Stop Being Fun?

    Nikki and Damaris are live from Park City, Utah at the Park City Song Summit, a festival bringing together music, food and wellness, which makes it a pretty perfect place to ask: when did cooking dinner become something we’re all trying to get over with as quickly as possible? They dig into why cooking can feel completely different on a Wednesday night than it does on a leisurely weekend. One is a race to get everyone fed; the other might involve music, a glass of wine, and actually enjoying yourself. So what would happen if we brought a little more of that energy into the everyday? Nikki shares the new dinner system she’s trying at home, while Damaris looks back at growing up in a family where everyone, even the kids, had a night to cook. That leads to a bigger conversation about the life skills we teach our kids, the mental load that makes doing it yourself feel easier, and why making dinner deserves more credit than we tend to give it. They also talk farmers markets, cooking with the seasons, getting curious in the kitchen, and finding ways to make the whole thing feel less like one more chore. No one is suggesting you lovingly hand-roll pasta every Tuesday. Sometimes dinner just needs to get on the table. But if you’re going to feed yourself again tomorrow anyway, you might as well figure out how to have a little more fun doing it. Gold stars, yam yummies and breakfast-for-dinner Wednesdays included.

  3. Aug 31

    You’re Not Relaxing. You’re Just Scrolling.

    You’re lying in bed scrolling Instagram. You’re relaxing, right? Maybe not. This week, Nikki and Damaris are digging into nervous system regulation and why all those tiny, seemingly harmless bits of stimulation throughout the day might be keeping our bodies more stressed than we realize. They talk about the difference between actually resting and simply zoning out, why scrolling while eating might not be doing us any favors, and how comparison, mental to-do lists and the constant stream of information coming at us can add up. The tricky part is that sometimes, you might not even know you feel stressed. From three-minute breathing breaks and stepping outside, to humming, singing, shaking it out and putting the phone away during lunch, Nikki and Damaris share the small things they’re trying to give their brains and bodies an actual break. They also get into EMDR, sleep, and the surprisingly difficult task of figuring out whether you’re truly recovering from the demands of everyday life. Turns out, “doing nothing” while consuming 47 different pieces of information might not actually count as rest. Maybe the real reset is giving your brain a few minutes when absolutely nothing is asking anything of you.

  4. Aug 24

    Sleep Divorce: Separate Beds, Happier Marriage?

    Would you sleep better, and maybe even like your partner more, if you stopped sleeping next to them? This week, Nikki and Damaris are talking about “sleep divorce,” the increasingly popular practice of couples sleeping separately. Nikki even puts it to the test for a week, while Damaris tries to get past the fact that the name alone makes the whole thing sound mildly catastrophic. They get into the practical reasons separate sleeping can make sense, from snoring and wildly different schedules to blanket stealing and the simple desire for a good night’s sleep. But the conversation quickly turns into something bigger: why can having a little space of your own feel so good when you’ve been coupled up for years? Nikki and Damaris talk about the intimacy you might lose when you stop sharing a bed, the surprising freedom of occasionally doing exactly what you want without checking in, and why marriage doesn’t necessarily have to follow all the rules we inherited about what being “together” is supposed to look like. Maybe wanting a room, a night, or even just a comforter to yourself isn’t a sign that your marriage is in trouble. Maybe you just really, really want your own blanket.

  5. Aug 17

    Bingo Is Back, Baby!

    Estate sales and bingo halls: apparently, your grandparents were onto something. This week, Damaris is making the case for two decidedly old-school ways to have a ridiculously fun weekend. First up: estate sales. She answers Nikki’s many, many questions about how they actually work, where to find them, what things cost, and why wandering through a stranger’s house looking for vintage treasures has become one of her favorite hobbies. But the real surprise comes when a friend suggests going to an actual bingo hall. What starts as a nostalgic Saturday outing quickly turns into Damaris and her friends laughing their way through a game they are hilariously bad at, and Damaris leaves completely sold. Five dollars, a couple of hours with friends, and something totally different from the usual dinner/drinks? Bingo officially makes her top five fun experiences of the month. Nikki and Damaris also get into why it can be easier to connect with friends when you’re actually doing something together, what estate sales can unexpectedly tell you about a person’s life, and why there’s something especially fun about trying an activity that feels a little weird, a little nostalgic, and nothing like your usual plans. So maybe skip brunch this weekend. Go poke around someone’s old house. Find a bingo hall. Sometimes the weird idea is the good idea.

  6. Aug 10

    What If You Just Went?: The Case for Traveling Without Your People

    Ever wanted to take the trip, try the retreat, or sign up for the thing? But couldn’t quite get past the part where you’d have to go without your usual people? This week, Damaris is back from a yoga retreat in the Colorado mountains, and considering she almost talked herself out of going, she has some thoughts. She and Nikki get into the weird vulnerability of traveling with people you barely know, sharing a cabin with strangers, figuring out when to socialize (and when to disappear with a book), and why a little structure might be the secret to making solo-ish travel actually fun. But somewhere between yoga, hiking, tie-dyeing, and Damaris finding her own very specific way to enjoy the great outdoors, the trip became an unexpected experiment in something bigger: asking yourself what you actually want. They talk about the habit of automatically accommodating everyone else, why having a preference can feel strangely indulgent, and how easy it is to miss out on your own vacation while making sure everyone else is having a good one. Turns out, you don’t always need the perfect travel companion, or even the confidence to go completely solo. Sometimes you just need enough of a plan to get yourself there, permission to do things your own way, and the willingness to be a little uncomfortable along the way.

  7. Aug 3

    Unexpected Adventures + the Tiny Life Fixes We Didn’t Know We Needed

    This week, Nikki and Damaris are catching up on the little discoveries that are making life noticeably better. Damaris has finally figured out why she hated washing her face, while Nikki returns from 6 nights of glorious 9-to-10-hour sleep wondering if maybe we've all been dramatically underestimating how much rest we actually need. Then Nikki has a decision to make: is a seven-hour road trip with one kid an unnecessary complication OR the kind of spontaneous one-on-one adventure he'll remember forever? They talk through the difference between traveling with three kids and traveling with one, why slowing down can make a trip more fun, and how an ordinary obligation can turn into a core memory when you approach it differently. And Damaris is taking her own advice from a previous episode and entering the State Fair. Not in one category, but three—and when Nikki starts guessing what Damaris could possibly be entering, she gets shockingly, hilariously close. Turns out, making life more fun doesn't always require a big plan. Fix the tiny thing that's been annoying you. Get more sleep. Take the road trip. Enter the State Fair.

  8. Jul 27

    The Confidence You Can't Buy

    Nikki and Damaris unpack the difference between dressing for other people's approval and dressing in a way that genuinely makes you feel like yourself. From signature hairstyles to thrift-store finds, they explore how personal style can become less about following trends, and more about expressing who you are. They share the stories behind Nikki's now-iconic pink hair, Damaris's beloved bob, and why both of them have stopped worrying so much about looking "normal." Along the way, they talk about experimenting with your closet, finding inspiration without spending a fortune, and why playing dress-up isn't just for kids. Sometimes the smallest change isn't about changing how the world sees you; it's about finally seeing yourself a little differently.

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About

Life is a wild ride, full of highs, lows, and everything in between. But who says you can’t have fun while facing it all head-on? Welcome to "That’s Fun" the podcast where best friends Nikki Dinki and Damaris Phillips bring you the perfect blend of laughter, insight, and real talk. Join Nikki and Damaris as they embark on a lively journey to discover the secret to keeping life light and hilarious, even when it’s anything but. With infectious enthusiasm and a touch of loving sarcasm, they dive into topics that will get your brain buzzing and your spirit soaring. From backyard adventures to globe-trotting escapades, culinary creations, and quirky hobbies, they explore it all with genuine passion and a whole lot of heart. But it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. Nikki and Damaris aren’t afraid to tackle the tough stuff, too. They get real about life’s challenges, sharing personal stories of setbacks, triumphs, and resilience. Whether you’re grappling with the realities of middle age, parenting, or just trying to keep your inner child alive, they’ve got your back. Through laughter, heartfelt advice, and a shared sense of adventure, Nikki and Damaris create a community of listeners who are ready to embrace life’s ups and downs. So, if you’re looking for a podcast that makes you laugh out loud while reminding you to live fully, “That’s Fun + Real” is your new go-to. Tune in, because life is too short not to have fun—and Nikki and Damaris are here to show you how.

Information

  • Creator
    Nikki & Damaris
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    80
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Nikki Dinki
  • Show Website
    That's Fun

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