The goop Podcast Goop, Inc. and Cadence13

I don’t always agree with the opinions said on this podcast. (especially Elise’s opinion about how “we choose our families before we are born” seems pretty insensitive to those born into abusive families. Yikes!) But I can still say that a lot of the time I enjoy the podcast and if I take things with a grain of salt, have actually come across advice that has helped me out personally in my struggles with depression and mental health. For example, I really loved the episodes with Farnoosh from the So Money podcast, Sally Kohn’s episode, and the Erin Brockovich episode.

Love listening to Elise’s calm voice and think that she asks the most thoughtful questions.

I am drawn to Goop because of the quality of the guests interviewed. I’ve learned so much and often go on to read the books the guests have written. I don’t love Elise’s interview style, but I can appreciate her earnestness and curiosity.

I’ve struggled with the sponsors such as Ketel One and the cocktail culture that’s highlighted. I feel like the Goop brand is so geared toward the Uber-rich, with their expensive personal care products and the outlandish ticket prices for the In Goop Health Summits. But, again, the guests are great. But now? Hearing Elise hawk diamonds with her schtick about minimalism and buying yourself a diamond to celebrate a special milestone? Come on. Talk about the rarefied world of the rich. I wish you found sponsors whose values were more inline with those of your guests.