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EPISODE · May 4, 2026 · 22 MIN

The Retirement Home Pact: Why Best Friends Plan to Grow Old Together (And Refuse to Drift Apart)

from Slightly Unsupervised · host Jennifer Hobbs & Jackie Schroeder

Send us Fan MailThe Retirement Home Pact: Why Best Friends Plan to Grow Old Together (And Refuse to Drift Apart)  It started as a joke… but it turned into a pact. In this episode of Slightly Unsupervised, Jennifer and Jackie dive into their very real plan to end up in the same retirement home—and why it’s about so much more than aging, housing, or even logistics. Because behind the laughter, the chaos, and the slightly unhinged planning… is something deeper: 👉 the decision to choose each other for life. As women get older, friendships don’t just “stick”—they require intention, effort, and a shared vision for the future. Jennifer and Jackie open up about why they’ve spent years planning their “retirement home era,” how it gives them comfort knowing they won’t grow old alone, and why this kind of friendship bond is rare—but powerful. They also get real (and hilarious) about:  What their future living situation might actually look like (retirement home vs. friend compound 👀)  Why women often outlive their partners—and what that means for friendship  The importance of planning emotional support, not just financial retirement  The role each bestie will play (caretaker, troublemaker, organizer… you already know 😂)  Why staying connected long-term doesn’t happen by accident And yes… they’ve already trained their kids on what to smuggle in. (You’re welcome.) Because at the end of the day, this isn’t about where they end up— it’s about who they refuse to lose along the way. If this episode made you laugh, think, or text your best friend… we’ll call that a win. 💛 👉 Subscribe, leave a review, and share with your ride-or-die. Chickology PodcastsBold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.Bestiemony®Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.Rhinestone Wedding Chapel Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony 📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies 📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at [email protected]

Send us Fan Mail The Retirement Home Pact: Why Best Friends Plan to Grow Old Together (And Refuse to Drift Apart) It started as a joke… but it turned into a pact. In this episode of Slightly Unsupervised, Jennifer and Jackie dive into their very real plan to end up in the same retirement home—and why it’s about so much more than aging, housing, or even logistics. Because behind the laughter, the chaos, and the slightly unhinged planning… is something deeper: 👉 th...

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