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the matcha diaries
by cara and leo
Welcome to the matcha diaries - our spoken diary on how to survive your twenties (semi) sane.Each week we'll be discussing different topics that are close to our hearts. From finding self-love, navigating relationships, to all things mental health. So pour yourself a matcha and hang out with us as we get deep and motivate each other to be the best versions of ourselves. ☕
Episodes
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autumn vibes, travel chaos & defeating the post-trip blues 🍂☕️
we are back after a much needed (unintentional) break! this week, cara gives us all the cozy details of her two-week trip home to jordan, from eating endless kanafeh to celebrating her dad's birthday. on the complete opposite end of the spectrum, leo recounts a chaotic three city work trip in...
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autumn diaries #2: our (unrealistic) tbr
we're back with another jampacked autumnal BOOK EPISODE!!! this one is all about our tbr & hopefully it can inspire some of you at the same time. <3 all the books we speak about: Classics Rebecca — Daphne du Maurier The Count of Monte Cristo — Alexandre Dumas Dracula — Bram Stoker The Girl in…
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autumn diaries #1: our must read books for autumn ☕🍂
it is finally time for the autumn diaries and we couldn't be MOREE excited eep!! If you’re looking to build the ultimate autumn tbr, we’ve got you covered. from cozy, low-stakes fantasy and small-town witchy romances to moody dark academia and gothic classics, we are breaking down our absolute…
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our personal curriculum - autumnal edition
guys what can we say, this episode is objectively, kinda, really, a little bit *weird*... please see this as one big mind map being actively created ft. audio cut outs, real time realisations & autumnal themed tangents... aka WELCOME TO OUR BRAINS!!! some resources to create your own (much better...
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why nostalgia feels like a warm hug (and why we crave it)
dare we say.. grab a pumpkin spice latte, light a candle & get cosy with us for this week’s big yap ☕️🍂 in today’s episode, cara shares the huge life update of finally going wedding dress shopping (and unexpectedly finding the one!!), while leo debriefs her week of unplugging from media, silent...
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what is the price we pay for constant distraction
are you also constantly playing music, podcasts, youtube videos and even series in the background?? have we lost the ability to be in silence with our thoughts? and maybe most importantly, what impact is that having on our brains? these questions (& more) are the ones that prompted us to go on a...
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the 7-year itch, finances & keeping the spark alive
join us this week for the long awaited guest episode where ed & i (cara) are joined by our lovely neighbours... who are also called cara and ed! (confusing I KNOWW) we asked you guys to send in your relationship/COUPLE questions, and we had a big chat answering them from both of our couples'...
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why are we so obsessed with youth? + the nantucket "no influencers" drama
in this week's episode, we have a big yap and end up unpacking a few big conversations around self-image, getting older, and modern influencer culture we talk about: growing up, aging, & acceptance: shifting from fearing the milestone of turning 30 to finding quiet gratitude in aging naturally…
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having an uncomfortable conversation about ariana grande
TRIGGER WARNING: this episode discusses eating disorders, disordered eating, body image, weight loss, body comparison, celebrity bodies and potentially triggering content around food and appearance. Please take care of yourself while listening. if you’d prefer to skip our highs and lows, our main...
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mid-year reset (aka it's not too late, we've got this!!)
this episode we're looking back at the goals & intentions we set for ourselves at the beginning of the year and reflect on how they're going so far & how we're (honestly) feeling. prompts we answer (for you to follow along): what is one overarching intention you would like to set for this coming...
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our current favourites, recent book recs & how we're feeling
grab a cup of coffee or matcha and join us in our pajamas for a cozy sunday morning recs & life catch-up this week, we’re sharing all our current favourites. from nostalgic TV and playlists, to our favourite recent reads and board games. We also have an honest chat about navigating busy seasons…
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are we Introverts? plus busy calendars & life lately
in this cosy catch up, we're chatting about whether we're introverts or extroverts, the environments that bring out different sides of us, leo's jam-packed month ahead, and cara shares an honest update on navigating grief and the guilt that can come with moving forward. to stay up to date on our...
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life after highschool (everything we wish we'd known)
leo spent the week back home in germany celebrating her little brother’s high school graduation, which sparked a conversation about one of life’s biggest turning points. this week, we’re reminiscing on fresh starts, gap years, finding independence, and sharing everything we wish we’d known before...
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a list of all the little things that make life better
this episode is dedicated to LISTS !! a) a list of all the little things that have made my (yes "my" because today's ep is a solo one with just leo) life better b) a list of my favourite summer book recs that i simply HAD to share with everyone!! silver elite, dani francis emily wilde's...
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summer slowness
in this episode cara shares her recent mindset coming back from holiday: embracing summer slowness, reflecting on what “living” actually looks means to us and a promise to make efforts to avoid burnout! We then share our recent critiques on every year after & yesteryear (we keep it quite topline…
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wedding drama, high school nostalgia & book (de-)influencing
WE'RE REUNITED and what better way to do that with than a BIG JUICY CATCH UP!! we yappadoodle about the big & small life events that happened in these last 2 weeks ... aka cara's sister got married, leo got her driving license, cara booked a spontaneous (aka 24 hrs before!!) france trip & lots...
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my italian boyfriend answers questions (& holds nothing back)
do you ever wonder what it would be to be a confident, not-overthinking (italian) man? ...well you're in luck because in today's episode our special guest (aka my boyfriend) marco let's you into his brain for one hour. we answer some of your questions on: how to tell if a guy is interested in you...
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perfectionism & the healing power of female friendships
in true tmd fashion this episode is part catch up part oversharing and emotional realisations ... we chat about: recent body image thoughts the importance of being vulnerable and sharing especially when it might feel difficult the healing power of female friendships ... and as per usual lots…
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big sis advice: how to stop overthinking your entire future
this week, we’re diving into a big sis advice episode all about careers, purpose, overthinking & figuring life out in your 20s 💌 PS WE WERE TOGETHER IN REAL LIFE WHILE RECORDING THISS EEEP! we answer your advice questions on how to know what your purpose is, having a better work life balance,...
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the pressure to be perfect, fear of rejection & learning to let go
spoiler alert: tears were shed in the making of this episode hii everyone!! grab a coffee or beverage of your choice and get comfy because we cover a LOT in this episode... we start off with a life update & a semi-juicy storytime (let's just say an ex is involved...) then we get into something a...
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we have updates (and we need to tell you everything)
this week’s episode is exactly what it sounds like... a proper catch up. leo fills you in on her two-week work trip (the highs, the lows) & also shares her recent reads and recommendations, while cara shares a slightly chaotic life update… including a recent fainting experience lol. we also chat...
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spring book recs: current reads & what’s on our tbr 💌
another week... another cosy catch up ❤️ we chat about a slightly unhinged recording day (including no sleep, work stress, and last-minute schedule changes), before slipping into a long, rambling bookish conversation. leo shares her experience reading Project Hail Mary, her first ever sci-fi...
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catch up with us: book recs & the little acts of kindness that stayed with us
this week, we’re catching you up on everything.. from a rushed morning recording and health updates to a very unexpected driving lesson debate leo didn’t see coming. cara chats through her weekend away in Scotland , a slightly stressful journey home, and the small acts of kindness from strangers...
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future tripping & letting go of the 'perfect' timeline?
skip to 24:30 for the main topic of this episode! hii everyone! <3 in this episode we give an update on how we've been, the emotional rollercoaster that is being a woman and answer a BIG question from one of you listeners which is: 'did we experience our goals/plans for life become more stable in...
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spring diaries #3: how to fill your own cup when life feels overwhelming
this week, we’re chatting about how to fill your own cup when life feels overwhelming (and a little stressful). work stress, uni deadlines, late-night emails.. it can all feel like too much. we chat about setting better work/life boundaries, taking time for the little joys that actually recharge...
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spring diaries #2: honesty in new relationships & finally letting go of toxic people
in our second episode of our spring diaries series, we are doing discussing one of our favourite topics aka answering your relationship advice questions!! 💘 from whether you owe complete honesty of your past in a new relationship, to how to finally let go of someone who manipulates you even when...
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spring diaries #1: focussing on the little joys, new habits & resetting
WELCOMEEE to the first episode of our 'spring diaries’ series!!! In this cosy lil Q&A episode we chat about: Our spring reset plans What our relationships with exercise look like at the moment The drink of the season aka our matcha recs!! 🍵 Focussing on the little joys Planning solo dates & lots...
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pov: ur on ft with us having a morning coffee
this episode is quite literally what the title says hihi, we catch up on our highs & lows of the week, cara has some WEDDING updates & leo debriefs everyone on her ... interesting... valentines dinner. ☕️ PLEASE let us know in the comments: a) how are you doing - what were your high & lows of the...
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The girls are on fire (horse)
HAPPY YEAR OF THE FIRE HORSE!!! PSA: we recorded this episode at the beginning of jan so that's why we're chatting about nye, bday reflections etc!! if you're interested in just the resolutions & journal prompts, then listen from 14:53! journal prompts so you can also write down your thoughts…
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everything we've (all) learnt in 2025!
✨ skip to 01:24 to hear all of your amazing voice notes! ✨ better late than never eyy?? the time has finally come for us to share our long awaited 2025 reflections episode where we answer our yearly journal prompts and, most importantly, feature your reflections on what you’ve learned in 2025....
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we made it out of the pits! wedding planning, almost car crashes & other life updates
WE'RE SO BACK BABYYYYY!!!! thank you so much for being patient with us this month, we're promise we shall not disappear from the earth again!! this episode is filled with lots of story times and updates - from leo's india travel & subsequent food poisoning stories to how cara's wedding planning…
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is 2026 the new 2016? ⭐
happy 2026 eeepp & happy first episode of 2026! First and foremost we are very very very sorry for disappearing (we share some context into this in the episode hehe) this week’s episode is (unfortunately) a little different.. leo is currently in India, having the best time of her life AS SHE…
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festive diaries #4: our 2025 christmas bucket list 🎄✨
in episode 4 of our festive diaries series, we share our 2025 christmas bucket list: from baking cookies to movie marathons, ice skating and christmas markets. little moments, big intentions, and all the cosy things we want to make time for this season 🎄✨ please let us know what fun things you…
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festive diaries #3: a gentle guide to surviving the festive season 🎅
in this episode, we’re chatting about the festive season and why it can feel like a lot more than we expect it to (aka can be very overwhelming) we talk through the pressures of gift giving, drinking culture, losing routines, end of year work stress, and the idea that this is supposed to be the...
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festive diaries #2: our festive book recs 🎄
we’re very excited to be sharing our festive book recommendations (aka the festive books we’ve genuinely loved that are cosy, Christmassy comfort reads). If you want real, tried and tested winter book recommendations, this episode is for you ❄️ Festive reads (past favourites) Kiss Her Once for Me...
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festive diaries #1: our festive tbr ⭐️
welcome to the first episode of our festive diaries series hehe! 🎄and what better way to kick things off than with our festive tbr! this week, we share our most anticipated holiday romances and wintery reads to get you in the christmas spirit... expect enemies to lovers, snowed in mysteries, and...
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a mother’s advice on finding love & confidence in yourself
in this week’s episode, we sit down with leo’s mom (aka our favourite person EVER) and we answer YOUR advice questions. we talk love, confidence, burnout, navigating relationships and so much more. thank you for submitting so many wonderful questions and we will defo be recording a part 2!! to…
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burnout season & feeling like yourself again
in this week’s episode, we dive into burnout: how to spot the signs, and how to recharge!! think of this as your reminder to slow down, breathe, and come back to yourself. substack article linked here. to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts -...
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5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL: how we've changed, highlights/lowlights & reacting to our 1st episode
first and foremost we apologise for the audio quality in this! We had no idea when recording that leo's audio would be so much louder than cara's and we know this is very much not ideal... HOWEVER this was the most meaningful and reflective episode we have recorded as it is our 5 YEAR…
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autumn diaries #4: what we’re watching, reading, and recommending
catch up with us as we share our recent highs and lows, our current recs (lots of book favourites, movie recs, and tv shows) & some reflections before our cabin weekend together! 🧸 stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do Follow us on...
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the autumn I got engaged
eeeeep i actually can’t believe I’m typing this description at the moment but in this episode i (cara) get to share my engagement story!!! 💍💍 FULL DEBRIEF IN THIS EPISODE ! how did ed do it?, where where we? what i was thinking and feeling in the moment? did i know beforehand???did ed speak to…
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finding freedom & the sacred in the everyday ft. adam lind
welcome to a VERY special episode that is an interview with the incredible adam lind (@adam.floatinghome) - author, human connection advocate, content creator & all around incredibly inspiring person! we talk about his new book 'Floating Home: Lessons From A Life Less Ordinary' and some of the...
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autumn diaries #3: our ultimate autumn tbr
welcome to another (video!!) instalment of the autumn diaries. in this episode we chat MORE books in the form of our ultimate tbr lists. this covers the genres fantasy, dark academia, gothic, mystery & above all lots of magic and witches... books mentioned: A Witch’s Guide to Magical Innkeeping —...
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autumn diaries #2: autumnal books we'd sell our souls to read again
the time has come for our autumn book recommendations… aka BOOKS YOU MUST READ THIS SEASON 🍂📚 we are honestly so jealous of anyone picking these up for the first time because the vibes are perfecttt! think cosy fantasies that feel like a warm hug, witchy reads perfect for spooky nights, dark...
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autumn diaries #1: romanticising your academic year & fighting seasonal depression
THIS IS NOT A DRILL, IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN AKA OUR FAVOURITE TIME AKA AUTUMN! AKA AUTUMN DIARIES TIME!! (sorry not sorry for the dramatic capitalisation but it simply had to be done to transmit our excitement). in this first episode we do a cosy catch up of our lives, share some of our...
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the resurgence of girlhood
this week’s episode feels like a love letter to girlhood! we chat about the collective bonding over The Summer I Turned Pretty, the nostalgic pull of The Vampire Diaries, Taylor Swift’s new podcast interview, and the way these moments make us lean into nostalgia and community! to stay up to date…
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the week of realising things
this episode does what it says in the tin (aka the title) because we both had MANY realisations this week - from realising our negative bias, wanting to be less self-centered, finding our purpose, setting unrealistic expectations to perfectionism - we chat about it all. to stay up to date on our...
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seasonal transitions aka goodbye summertime sadness
this episode is genuinely a girly catch up call where we yap about how we are feeling, how we want to try make the most out of the rest of summer (but also find ways to live slowly - which is something we CAN'T WAIT to have in autumn). we also talk about our recent reads, morning habits & our...
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self-sabotage? we don't know her anymore
in this episode (inspired by the amazing goes without saying episode) we break down our self criticism & self sabotage tendencies & HOW WE'RE GONNA TURN THAT SHIZZLE AROUND!!! to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on...
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what happens when you spend more time with your own thoughts
welcome to the digital detox diary entry #3... 1 month without social media to test my brain & see what happens ... JOIN ME! in this ep we do a lil check-in on how i've been feeling now that we're THREE weeks into this challenge - the highs AND the lows (coz trust me there've been some...). we're...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the matcha diaries - our spoken diary on how to survive your twenties (semi) sane.Each week we'll be discussing different topics that are close to our hearts. From finding self-love, navigating relationships, to all things mental health. So pour yourself a matcha and hang out with us as we get deep and motivate each other to be the best versions of ourselves. ☕
HOSTED BY
cara and leo
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Welcome to the matcha diaries - our spoken diary on how to survive your twenties (semi) sane.Each week we'll be discussing different topics that are close to our hearts. From finding self-love, navigating relationships, to all things mental health. So pour yourself a matcha and hang out with us as...
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