Room Service with Gabby + Nicole

In this episode, Gabby and Nicole take a page from the Proust Questionnaire to interview each other. Often used to uncover the essence of someone's personality, this series of questions (originally popularized by Marcel Proust) provides a window into our values, hopes, fears, and… a few things you probably wouldn’t share on a first date.Topics covered:* What is your idea of perfect happiness?* Which living person do you most admire?* What is the quality you most like in a man?* Have you ever been in trouble with the law?* What is your greatest extravagance?* And more!How well do you know your friends? There’s something about asking these questions out loud that makes the answers hit different.Listen on Apple or Spotify. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit roomservicepodcast.substack.com

In this raw and reflective episode, we’re sharing how diet culture, wellness trends, and personal health challenges shaped our relationship with food, fitness, and our own bodies. From being sent to Weight Watchers camp as a kid to discovering the impact of hormones, stress, and grief as adults, we’re talking about what works, what doesn’t, and what finally feels good.In This Episode:* Why childhood experiences still shape our wellness beliefs* What it’s like to raise a daughter with a different message* Food sensitivities and hormone health * Movement that feels joyful vs. punishing* Keto hacks, flax muffins & healing after chronic illness* Using data and intuition to make food and fitness choicesMentioned:* Prolon Fasting-Mimicking Diet* Fast Like a Girl by Dr. Mindy Pelz* Seed cycling, adrenal health & hormone specialists* Carba-Nada pasta & Cut Da Carb wraps* Ayurvedic principles & intuitive food choices* Smart scales, soul walks, and super muffinsQuote of the Episode:"Are you happy when you're running all those miles? Because I wasn’t."Watch here or listen on Apple or Spotify. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit roomservicepodcast.substack.com

In this episode, we ask the question: Is it too late to change everything? From divorce and career pivots to transferring colleges or moving abroad, we explore the moments when reinvention feels both terrifying and necessary. Gabby shares what led her to leave her marriage, while Nicole opens up about walking away from a dream job—while reflecting on what it means to start over, trust yourself, and choose a different path. Topics Covered:* Why Gabby finally said “this isn’t it” and filed for divorce* Nicole’s realization she was severely underpaid—and what she did about it* Building a financial safety net and taking calculated risks* The myth of “too late” * Real talk on autonomy, burnout, and what comes next* Advice for working a parallel path before you leapWhat We’d Tell a Friend:* It's never too late to pivot* Change doesn’t require a crisis—just a decision* Choosing yourself can look like loss to others, but feel like freedom to you* Trusting your inner voice is a practice, not a one-time actThis is a conversation for anyone asking, "Is this still working for me?" This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit roomservicepodcast.substack.com

In this episode, we get personal about navigating women’s healthcare—from unnecessary medical scares to the maddening logistics of scheduling basic screenings. We’re talking about our recent experiences with mammograms and the chaos in between waiting for results.Key moments:* Transparency can make it less scary. Talking openly about women’s healthcare helps remove some of the confusion that fuels the fear.* The early bird gets the best appointment. Some of the best doctors are booked out in advance. It’s not uncommon to book with the “good gynos” a year out. Book your appointments early, so you can choose facilities that feel right.* Find the right provider. A doctor who listens and cares is worth the wait. Likewise if someone is not a good fit, keep looking and asking around.* Bedside matters. A clean, calming facility and a kind receptionist can go a long way to ease anxiety and make you feel comfortable asking questions. * Go where it’s warm. Whether it’s a friend or a physician, seek people who make you feel safe.If you’ve ever navigated an unclear test result, felt dismissed by a provider, or just needed someone to get it—this one’s for you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit roomservicepodcast.substack.com

We’re diving into the little things that keep us (somewhat) sane when things are uncertain. From 90s nostalgia and acupuncture to phone games and Reiki, this conversation is a mix of wellness practices and micro-actions that help us reduce friction or recalibrate in the middle of the chaos. What We Talk About:* The comfort of our favorite 80s and 90s music (and sitcoms)* Acupuncture and cupping as go-to healing tools* The emotional toll of burnout and how people and places can either soothe or further inflame your nervous system* Reducing friction at home (especially with the stuff we use daily/weekly)* Finding joy in low-stakes pleasures like games, recipes, and hotel shampoo hoarding* Grounding benefits of small rituals like walks with the dog, WhatsApp calls with friends, and regular diner dates * The power of healing modalities like Reiki* Budgeting, building safety nets, and financial literacy * Favorite products like magnesium lotions, functional bath salts, and comfort food hacks* Mediative StreetEasy real estate scrolling * Keto-friendly cookie dough snack: Greek yogurt, peanut butter, sugar-free syrup + chocolate chips Links! * Flewd Bath Salts ("Smash the Sads" is next level bath therapy)* Seven Minerals Magnesium lotion * Pennsylvania Woodworks handmade wooden drying rack (a game-changer)Listener Challenge:What’s one tiny friction point in your day you could edit this week? Something simple but irritating that’s stealing your energy? And if you’ve got a quirky little ritual that keeps you sane, we want to hear it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit roomservicepodcast.substack.com

In this episode of Room Service with Gabby + Nicole, we're talking about making and maintaining friendships as adults. How they change, how to make new ones, and when to let them go. What We Get Into:* Are you investing in the right relationships? Are you showing up for your friends the way you’d want them to show up for you?* Why making new friends as an adult feels so hard (and where to start)* How to nurture the friendships that light you up* Gabby’s 504 Error: Setting better boundaries with flaky friends and releasing one-sided relationships* The importance of shared experiences (and clubs and groups that energize you)* Creating new traditions (like Six-Hour Sundays!) to deepen connectionsWhat’s your biggest challenge when it comes to making or maintaining friendships as an adult? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit roomservicepodcast.substack.com

In this episode of Room Service with Gabby + Nicole, we’re diving into our relationships with neurodiverse partners. After a conversation at a party, we realized we have this in common—so we turned on the mic to talk about it.We explore:* What neurodiversity means and how it feels to be diagnosed as an adult* The moment we learned our partners were neurodiverse* Communication challenges and breakthroughs we’ve had along the way* The role of self-awareness and therapy in strengthening relationships * Small but meaningful adjustments that make a big difference in daily lifeWe also open up about how understanding neurodiversity can help improve communication. Whether your partner is neurodiverse or you’re just curious about how our brains work, this conversation is for you.Links & Mentions:Faster Than Normal by Peter Shankman - Gabby’s partner Peter wrote this must-read for anyone with ADD/ADHD! Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman – Nicole’s partner, Jason, credits this book with improving his communication skills. Nanette by Hannah Gadsby – The Netflix special that sparked a diagnosis. Listen now and let us know—how has neurodiversity shaped your relationships? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit roomservicepodcast.substack.com