Small Town Girls Anonymous

Most people have those random thoughts they come back to over and over again… the ones that don’t really make sense, but somehow say a lot about who you are. In this episode, Cassidy and Christie share their very specific, slightly unhinged “Roman Empires” and what they might actually mean.From old PBS shows like Frontier House to romanticizing life on the 1880s frontier, they get into the oddly specific things they can’t stop thinking about and why those thoughts might point to something deeper. There’s talk of Star Wars, morning coffee rituals, Montana dreams, vintage fashion, and the kind of life they’re quietly trying to build.It’s funny, a little chaotic, and unexpectedly reflective. If you’ve ever caught yourself obsessing over something random and wondered “wait… why do I care about this so much?” this episode is for you.By the end, you might start connecting the dots between your own “Roman Empires” and what they say about your values, your desires, and the life you actually want.

In this episode, Cassidy and Christie share their current spring favorites and the small things they’ve been loving lately that are making their lives feel lighter, more fun, and more aligned. From everyday rituals to unexpected habits, this conversation goes beyond surface-level favorites and turns into a real talk about building a life you’re genuinely obsessed with.They break down the idea of a life audit through four key pillars: your foundation, your passions, your space to rest, and the experiences that bring you into flow. Using their current favorites as real-life examples, they talk through what’s actually adding value to their days versus what’s quietly draining them.This episode is full of simple shifts, go-to spring habits, and mindset changes that can help you romanticize your routine, reset your energy, and step into a season that feels more intentional and alive.If you’re craving a reset, new inspiration, or just want ideas for what to add into your life this spring, this one will leave you feeling motivated to make your life feel better right now.

In this episode, Cassidy and her guest go beyond the basics of health and wellness: talking about what it actually looks like to take ownership of your body, your energy, and your long-term well-being. From questioning conventional healthcare to tuning into your intuition, this conversation challenges the idea that doing the “bare minimum” is enough.They open up about the disconnect so many people feel with traditional healthcare, and how learning to advocate for yourself, whether that’s through lifestyle changes, deeper research, or simply listening to your body, can completely change your quality of life.You’ll hear honest conversations about making uncomfortable but necessary shifts, breaking out of passive habits, and taking a more proactive approach to your health. Plus, the small daily choices that don’t seem like much but actually make the biggest difference over time.If you’ve ever felt like something is “off” but didn’t know where to start, this episode will help you think differently about your health and give you the push to go deeper than the basics.

In this episode Cassidy and Christie chat about recent life updates, holiday plans, and fun summer activities, perfect for anyone looking to add some adventure and planning to their season. In this episode:Cassidy shares her recent bout of illness and reflections on solitude and spiritual practiceSummertime bucket list ideas organized alphabetically, from art galleries to zipliningFun plans for Easter, including egg hunts, dresses, and baking traditionsThe insight into planning approach: from detailed calendars to embracing spontaneityCasual banter about TV shows, music playlists, and nostalgic mix tapesTheir thoughts on future adventures like visiting Traverse City and trying new sportsPersonal stories about local wildlife sightings and road trip preparations

Why do the smallest things ruin our entire day?In this episode, we’re diving into the oddly specific, irrational little annoyances that quietly steal our happiness; and what they actually say about us. From wet jeans and awkward elbows to social media overload, chain restaurants, and outfit frustrations, we’re unpacking the everyday irritations that feel small… but add up fast.If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or just off lately, this conversation is your reset.We talk about how social media fatigue, comparison, and constant noise are shaping our moods more than we realize and how shifting your mindset (in simple, realistic ways) can completely change your day-to-day experience. It’s honest, a little unhinged, and very relatable.This episode is for you if:You get overstimulated or easily annoyed by small thingsYou feel burnt out or overwhelmed by daily lifeYou’ve noticed social media affecting your moodYou want to romanticize your life again and feel more at peaceFollow for weekly episodes!

In this episode of Small Town Girls Anonymous, Cassidy and Christie sit down for a candid conversation about confidence, creativity, and learning to trust your own taste in a world full of opinions.The girls chat about everything from their current coffee obsessions and birthday reflections to deeper conversations about art, criticism, and authenticity. They dive into why judgment actually plays an important role in creativity, how people-pleasing can hold us back, and why developing your own perspective is essential when creating content, music, or any form of art.Cassidy and Christie also open up about navigating self-image, dealing with online criticism, and the pressure women often feel to meet unrealistic expectations. Along the way, they share stories about childhood influences, Old Hollywood inspiration, cultural gaps in artistic appreciation, and the creative ideas they’re dreaming up next for the podcast.It’s a mix of thoughtful conversation, personal stories, and classic Small Town Girls girl talk about learning to embrace who you are, even when the internet has an opinion.

In this episode of Small Town Girls Anonymous, Cassidy and Christie get real about turning 29, career frustrations, and the quiet identity shifts that happen in your late twenties.What starts with a simple hair trim turns into a full conversation about aging, independence, spring break resets, and the pressure to “have it all figured out” before 30. The girls open up about feeling stuck, chasing bigger dreams, navigating creative careers, and learning how to find flow again when life feels slightly off.They also dive into pop culture updates, movie remakes, small town observations, and the kind of random side stories that only make sense in this podcast universe.If you’re in your mid-to-late twenties, questioning your timeline, re-evaluating your career, or just craving a reset, this episode is for you.You’re not behind. You’re not the problem. You’re just evolving.New episodes every week. Follow the show and join the Small Town Girls community 🤍

In this solo episode, Cassidy shares what her recent trip to Puerto Rico stirred up creatively: from reigniting her love for photography to rethinking how she approaches vision boards, manifestation, and long-term goals.This isn’t fluffy “Pinterest manifestation.” It’s a grounded conversation about how to actually bring your vision to life.Cassidy breaks down how she uses vision boarding as a tool for clarity and alignment, why specific and measurable goals matter, and how to reverse engineer big dreams into practical daily steps. She talks about taking calculated risks, building discipline without burning out, and why emotional control and consistency are more powerful than motivation.You’ll also hear her thoughts on quarterly evaluations, pivoting when something isn’t working, trusting your intuition, and focusing on sustainable habits that support real growth.If you’re in your 20s (or 30s) trying to build something meaningful — creatively, professionally, or personally — this episode is your reminder that the life on your vision board isn’t random. It’s built.Topics covered:• Vision boards & manifestation through alignment• Reigniting creative passions• Goal setting & reverse engineering success• Risk-taking & stepping outside your comfort zone• Discipline, consistency & emotional resilience• Quarterly resets & pivoting strategically• Avoiding burnout while building big dreamsIf this episode resonates, follow the show and share it with a friend who’s building her next chapter 🤍

In this week's episode, Cassidy and Christie recap a truly chaotic coffee order, unpack their Valentine’s Day experiences, and reflect on what it means to embrace imperfection in your twenties.The girls talk about Type A vs. Type B personalities, the symbolism behind the Year of the Horse, and why independence and rapid change might actually be the theme of this season of life. From “feral week” energy to 90s rom-com nostalgia, the conversation moves between lighthearted chaos and real self-awareness.They also get honest about societal pressure to look perfect, why Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be depressing, and the importance of friendship holidays. As always, there are personal stories, a little accountability (yes… including an Airbnb apology), and a reminder that growth doesn’t have to be polished to be meaningful.New episodes weekly. Follow the show and join the Small Town Girls community 🤍

In this Valentine’s Day episode of Small Town Girls Anonymous, Cassidy and Christie unpack modern love in all its forms: friendships, romantic relationships, self-worth, and the art of being single without settling.The girls share real life updates (yes… a lip flip and a prank story), reflect on beauty standards and confidence, and talk honestly about maintaining high standards in relationships. They dive into why solitude isn’t something to fear, how to stop romanticizing bare minimum behavior, and what it actually looks like to be intentional in love.This episode is for anyone navigating dating, friendships, independence, or learning how to be fully content on their own.Whether you’re single, taken, situationship-adjacent, or just focused on becoming your best self, this one’s for you.New episodes every week. Follow the show and join the Small Town Girls community 🤍

In this birthday episode of Small Town Girls Anonymous, Cassidy and Christie celebrate Christie’s birthday with an honest conversation about growing up in your twenties. They reflect on the highs and lows of adulthood, the pressure to have it all figured out, and how perspective shifts as you get older.The girls talk about embracing individuality, letting go of anxiety, and finding joy in the small moments that make life feel meaningful. With humor and vulnerability, they share lessons learned so far, intentions for the year ahead, and the reminder that time will keep moving whether you feel ready or not.This episode is for anyone navigating their twenties, feeling behind, or learning how to meet life with a little more grace and patience.

In this episode of Small Town Girls Anonymous, Cassidy and Christie chat through the emotional whiplash of life feeling really good… but also slightly suspicious. From podcast mishaps and mood-boosting UV rays to video journaling, oversharing vs. privacy, and the small habits that quietly make life better, the girls reflect on growth in real time.They talk family dynamics, future kids, sibling energy, becoming an aunt again, and why humor, pranks, and talking things out (even to a camera or a notebook) are underrated coping mechanisms. Cozy, funny, and a little unhinged in the best way, this episode is for anyone navigating adulthood, emotions, and changing seasons without having it all figured out.Grab a coffee, get comfy, and press play 🤍

In today's episode, the girls are coming to you from the depths of a Midwest winter where the wind chill is –25°, hypothermia feels imminent, and somehow… life keeps moving. They share a real-time winter update filled with humor and the mental gymnastics required to survive extreme cold. Cassidy and Christie share about Midwest resilience, family traditions, solitude, and what it looks like to stop fighting the season you’re in; even when that season is brutally cold and unexpectedly quiet. Cozy, reflective, and honest, this episode is about showing up for the people you love and finding meaning in a slower, colder chapter of life.Chapters:00:00 – Surviving the cold04:06 – Celebrating the twins’ birthday11:18 – Winter reflections & personal growth17:47 – Embracing the season of life29:02 – Pop culture updates & personal insights

The holidays are over, real life is back, and honestly… we have thoughts.In this episode of Small Town Girls Anonymous, Cassidy and Christie catch up on what it feels like to return to routine after time away and ease back into “normal life.” From school memories and career pivots to grief, hobbies, and the quiet pressure to have everything figured out, this conversation goes everywhere, in the best way.The girls talk about changing majors, cheating in school, and the anxiety around choosing the “right” career path, while also opening up about grief (including losing pets), oversharing on social media, and why comfort shows like reality TV hit extra hard when life feels heavy. There’s also an honest check-in on cooking fatigue, meal prep struggles, alcohol choices, homesickness, and finding joy again through hobbies like ice skating.If you’re navigating a transition season, feeling behind, or just trying to romanticize your routine again, this one’s for you.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates02:21 Back to School and Routine05:12 Cheating in School and Academic Integrity07:39 Reflections on College Experience and Major Changes10:49 Passion and Career Choices13:24 The Impact of Pets and Grief16:28 Social Media and Personal Sharing30:35 Navigating Loss and Emotional Detachment 36:00 Reality TV and Emotional Investment41:59 The Voice: Success Stories and Career Paths 43:22 Ice Skating Dreams and Hobbies52:08 Coping with Homesickness and Meal Prep Challenges55:23 Redacting Resolutions: A Journey with Alcohol01:02:26 Final Thoughts and Reflections

Welcome to 2026! And no, everything is not that deep.In this episode of Small Town Girls Anonymous, Cassidy and Christie ease into the new year by unpacking their personal highs and lows, the pressure to be productive, and why sometimes you just need to lighten up. They talk about navigating change, winter blues, birthday energy, and the ongoing search for the next “it girl” era; all while reminding each other that rest, fun, and enjoyment are not optional.If you’re starting the year feeling overwhelmed, stuck in productivity mode, or craving a little pick-me-up, this episode is your permission slip to slow down and have more fun.Chapters00:00 – Welcome to 202605:11 – Reflecting on the past year10:25 – Highs & lows check-in15:56 – Navigating change without forcing it20:47 – Why fun and rest actually matter26:24 – Productivity vs. enjoyment31:23 – Dreaming up future adventures37:00 – Winter blues & staying inspired42:36 – Birthday energy & fun themes47:43 – Entering the next “it girl” era

New year intentions, personal growth, faith, and becoming the woman you’re meant to be.In this episode, Cassidy and Christie reflects on the start of a new year and what it means to step into the future with intention, faith, and clarity. They share honest thoughts on personal growth, self-care, goal-setting, and navigating relationships; while embracing change and letting go of what no longer fits.The girls talk about redefining success, keeping promises to yourself, and creating space for God to work in your life. This is a hopeful, grounding conversation about becoming more disciplined, more feminine, more aligned, and more intentional as the year unfolds.If you’re entering the new year craving clarity, peace, and a deeper sense of purpose, this episode will meet you where you are.00:00 – New Year, New Beginnings02:30 – Reflections on the Past Year05:17 – Setting Intentions for the Year Ahead08:10 – Color and Word of the Year10:40 – Personal Growth and Self-Discovery13:16 – Navigating Relationships and Boundaries15:38 – Creating Space for God and Self-Care18:11 – Defining Success and Priorities20:29 – Plans and Aspirations for the Future22:51 – Embracing Change and Growth25:06 – Final Thoughts and Looking Forward

In this episode of Small Town Girls Anonymous, Cassidy and Christie unpack the highs and lows of the holiday season: from cozy family traditions to the emotional weight that Christmas can bring. They share personal stories about navigating expectations, processing hard moments, and finding meaning in familiar rituals during the holidays.As the conversation unfolds, they reflect on lessons learned over the past year and what it means to step into a new season with clarity and gratitude. The episode closes with an honest look at their hopes, goals, and intentions for 2026, focusing on personal growth, fresh starts, and carrying gratitude into the year ahead.Topics include:Christmas traditions and holiday nostalgiaEmotional ups and downs during the holidaysFamily dynamics and end-of-year reflectionNew beginnings and intention-setting for 2026Gratitude, growth, and moving forwardIf you love reflective conversations about holidays, personal growth, and entering a new year with intention, this episode is for you.

A Christmas Eve spiral about small-town traditions, career confusion, holiday overstimulation, and why The Polar Express is way more controversial than it should be.It’s Christmas Eve and the girls are home, which means nostalgia, opinions, and absolutely zero chill. In this episode of Small Town Girls Anonymous, Cassidy and Christie bounce between career dreams, relationship boundaries, perfectionism, leadership energy, and the uniquely unexplainable chaos of being back in your small town for the holidays.They unpack childhood Christmas traditions, family dynamics, and the emotional whiplash of Christmas Eve; plus a deep dive into holiday movies, Christmas memes, and a passionate debate about The Polar Express that somehow turns personal. Expect cozy vibes, hot takes, mild spiraling, and lots of laughing as they reflect on growth, mindset shifts, and what the holidays really bring out in us.If you’ve ever gone home for Christmas and immediately reverted to your teenage self… this one’s for you.Topics We Cover00:00 – Setting the mood: Christmas Eve energy & cozy holiday vibes01:19 – Career aspirations, purpose, and what fulfillment really looks like03:09 – Relationships, boundaries, and the need for personal space06:30 – Mindset shifts, perfectionism, and letting things be “good enough”08:51 – Leadership, confidence, and personal growth in adulthood10:08 – Pop culture tangents and holiday movie commentary11:48 – Small-town Christmas traditions and childhood memories16:38 – Christmas Eve reflections, routines, and current holiday plans19:13 – Favorite Christmas memes, inside jokes, and family traditions23:06 – The Polar Express debate and how family dynamics shape nostalgia31:41 – Ranking and discussing The Santa Clause movie series47:30 – Final thoughts, gratitude, and holiday wishes for listeners

The holidays are supposed to be joyful, so why do they feel so overwhelming? Cassidy and Christie get real about finals stress, seasonal burnout, emotional health, and finding small moments of joy when everything feels like a lot.From end-of-year pressure and heavy world news to thrifting for Christmas décor and the questionable decision to mix cocktails after a long day, this episode is an honest, lighthearted holiday check-in. The girls reflect on personal growth, the importance of being present, and why slowing down and taking care of yourself matters more than ever this season.If the holidays feel complicated, chaotic, or emotionally loaded, this episode is your reminder that you’re not alone; and that it’s okay to laugh, rest, and lower the bar.

In this episode, Cassidy and Christie dive into a variety of topics, from holiday cheer and personal grooming to the latest in pop culture, including a recap of Dancing with the Stars and reflections on 2025 trends.

Today Cassidy and Christie share personal updates, discuss winter skin care essentials, and reflect on their Thanksgiving experiences. They delve into their recent trip to LA, preparations for Christmas, and the dynamics of gift-giving within their families. The discussion also touches on beauty care routines, Black Friday shopping experiences, and the challenges of finding the perfect gifts. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with relatable anecdotes, making it a delightful listen for anyone navigating the holiday season.

Today Cass & Christie are gearing up for the Black Friday frenzy and sharing their winter favorites, holiday wish lists, and Christmas gift guides! FOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

In this episode, Cassidy and Christie dive into a variety of topics, starting with their personal updates and experiences during Wicked Week. They reflect on body image, social anxiety, and their movie experiences, particularly with the musical Wicked. The conversation shifts to health updates, family dynamics, and the fun of assumptions made about them by their listeners. They explore the balance between home life and social life, the importance of vulnerability, and wrap up with final thoughts on their experiences and insights.

In this episode, Cassidy and Christie chat about personal nail care, winter experiences, and car troubles before delving into Thanksgiving hosting plans, emphasizing the importance of preparation and family dynamics. The conversation also includes fun ideas for Thanksgiving games and the significance of creating a warm atmosphere during the holiday. FOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

This week the girls are giving you their best insight into coping with the colder months and navigating the impending winter blues.

In this lively episode of Small Town Girls Anonymous, Cassidy and Christie dive into the joys and quirks of fall. From discussing soup personalities and fall fashion to sharing personal stories about family and finances, the girls brings a warm and relatable touch to the season. Tune in for a cozy chat filled with laughter as we explore what makes fall the best time of the year!

Today we have TWO special guests joining us on the podcast- Cassidy’s sisters Celeste and Mary! The girls are all together to talk about what they really value and how that makes the girls so different and unique; sending each one a different path in life.

This week Cassidy and Christie celebrate Cass’s belated birthday with an interview style episode reflecting on Cassidy’s past year, what she’s learned, and what she hopes for looking forward.

In this episode of the Small Town Girls Anonymous podcast, hosts Christie and Cassidy discuss their struggles of the week, the anticipation surrounding Taylor Swift's new album, and the personal growth they've experienced through music. They delve into the importance of material comforts in life, the essential types of robes every woman should own, and their evolving relationship with jewelry and personal style. The conversation wraps up with thoughts on permanent jewelry and personal preferences. In this episode, Cassidy Forbes discusses various personal topics ranging from foot fetishes and body image to cosmetic surgery desires and real estate aspirations. The conversation also touches on concert experiences, highlighting personal growth and the importance of self-confidence. Cassidy shares her thoughts on body positivity, the significance of family projects, and her journey towards embracing her individuality.

Welcome to a new season of the Small Town Girls Anonymous! In this episode, the girls discuss the transition into a new season of their podcast, reflecting on significant life changes, personal growth, and the challenges they faced over the summer. They share insights on moving back to Michigan, pursuing nursing, and the importance of community and family connections. The conversation also touches on the pros and cons of relocating, health challenges, and future aspirations, including thoughts on tattoos and personal style.

This week Cass and Christie catch you up on everything they've been up to- mud runs, 24 hour trips to Boston, learning to love the arts again, rat studies and need vacations. FOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

This week after a brief Monday update and reality tv chat, the girls get a little deeper on the experiences of staying in their hometown vs. moving away; and all the guilt, grief, and growth that comes with both.FOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

Welcome to therapy! This week the girls are unpacking heavy feelings and family and ending with plans for a mid year reset.FOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

Hi friends! Welcome to another chatty episode; the girls catch us up on what they're eating, how to have a fun night out, and exciting career developments.FOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

Hey ya'll! This week we're catching you up on life, family crises, father's day tea, and our summer rebrands in progress. Enjoy this raw, unedited convo!FOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

Welcome back to the Small Town Girl's Anonymous podcast! This week the girls are recording together virtually for the first time. They're taking a second to catch you up on the reality TV they've been binging, fitness updates, health scares, and everything that's been going on since last batching.FOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

In this episode, the girls share their cooking adventures, and reflect on how cooking serves as a form of self-care. The conversation flows through various topics, including favorite recipes, cooking techniques, and the joy of baking, culminating in a light-hearted wrap-up about their future plans for cooking episodes.00:00 Introduction and Episode Setup03:05 Planning and Collaboration in Podcasting06:08 Technical Challenges and Podcasting Dynamics08:52 Facebook Marketplace Insights and Community Engagement12:06 Cooking Journey and Personal Growth18:05 Cooking for Oneself and Self-Care22:55 Recipe Sharing and Culinary Preferences25:22 The Great Rice Debate28:12 Cooking Preferences and Nostalgia30:10 Cottage Cheese: A Love-Hate Relationship32:29 Pickling and Food Memories38:07 Discovering the Joy of Curry39:36 Breakfast Innovations42:15 The Art of Cooking Boards44:07 Steak and the Forbidden Foods50:15 Baking Adventures and Dutch Oven BreadFOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

In this episode of the Small Town Girls Anonymous podcast, hosts Cassidy and Christie dive into a fun and revealing game of 'How Well Do We Know Each Other?' They explore personal anecdotes, life changes, and the challenges they face, all while maintaining a light-hearted and humorous tone. The conversation flows through various topics, including their favorite foods, life experiences, and what makes them feel alive.00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties00:26 Personal Anecdotes and Daily Life03:09 Travel and Food Preferences05:54 Cultural References and Shared Experiences08:45 Movies and Entertainment11:57 Life Challenges and Personal Growth23:13 Navigating Independence and Marriage24:35 Health Challenges and Personal Growth27:26 Life Changes and Personal Evolution28:23 Finding What Makes Us Feel Alive30:10 Dream Jobs and Aspirations31:12 Reactions to the Supernatural31:53 Cozy Days and Rainy Day Activities33:13 Favorite Exercises and Fitness Journeys34:22 Literary Favorites and Book Discussions42:01 Family Resemblance and Ancestry47:09 Secrets and Trust in FriendshipsFOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

Welcome back to the pod! Today Cassidy and Christie dive into their current reading journeys, sharing insights on various genres, personal growth, and the impact of literature on their lives. They discuss their reading lists, favorite authors, and the importance of mixing genres to keep their reading experience fresh and engaging. The conversation also touches on the significance of self-help books, psychological thrillers, and the exploration of personal challenges through literature.00:00 Introduction and Coffee Talk02:26 Book Club Corner Begins06:28 Diving into Reading Lists10:36 Exploring 'The Housemaid' and Plot Twists14:42 Diverse Reading Genres16:05 Discussion on 'All the Pretty Horses'21:32 The Alchemist and Life Lessons24:39 It's Not Supposed to Be This Way28:21 The Creative Act and Creative Ruts32:08 Rediscovering the Joy of Reading36:27 Adventures in Extreme Challenges39:46 Daring Feats and Personal Limits45:20 Exploring New Literary Horizons51:52 Navigating Book Recommendations54:43 Living with Monks: A Journey of Self-Discovery59:48 Exploring Women's Health Literature01:00:42 The Untold Story of Jack Sparrow's OriginsFOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

In this episode of the Small Town Girls Anonymous podcast, Cassidy and Christie express their gratitude for their listeners and share personal anecdotes about life, beauty, and friendships. The conversation transitions into a segment where they highlight things that people are 'sleeping on,' from food recommendations to lifestyle tips, encouraging listeners to embrace new experiences and ideas. Time Stamps00:00 Introduction and Gratitude14:40 Things We Are Sleeping On24:33 Hair Care Secrets: Rosemary Oil and Satin Caps28:02 Reality TV: The Allure of 'Traders'30:06 Food Favorites and Recommendations33:02 Tea Lattes: A Cozy Beverage Trend35:28 The Rise of At-Home Pilates38:42 Fashion Comeback: Flared Leggings39:07 Elevating Dishes with Fresh Herbs41:28 Candlelight and Evening Rituals42:43 Core Power Protein Shakes: A Game ChangerFOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

Join Cass and Christie this week for 45 minutes of banter about dentist horror stories, blonde blindness, and overall harping too much on our appearances. Time Stamps00:00 Introduction and Easter Plans00:33 John Mulaney's New Show and Personal Updates03:21 Dental Adventures and Retainer Troubles09:27 Financial Aspects of Dental Care14:34 Conundrums and Reflections on Self-Image23:48 Reflecting on Past Self and Beauty Routines27:31 The Struggle Between Natural and Enhanced Beauty31:30 The Cost of Beauty: Financial and Emotional Considerations36:32 The Dilemma of Vanity and Self-Perception46:23Final Thoughts on Vanity and AppearanceFOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

In today's episode Cassidy and Christie chat about spring cleaning your life; giving you their secret cleaning hacks, spring to-do lists, and the perfect podcast to listen to while you de clutter and reset your life this season.Time Stamps00:00 Introduction and Spring Vibes02:12 Travel Experiences and Observations05:01 Eavesdropping on Conversations08:23 Detecting Toxic Relationships11:07 Spring Cleaning Your Life14:15 Cleaning Hacks and Tips22:46 Cleaning Hacks and Recommendations29:14 Household Habits and Quirks35:27 Spring Cleaning and Life Reset42:03 Creative Reuse and Home OrganizationFOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

In this episode of the Small Town Girls Anonymous podcast, Cassidy and Christie dive into their Easter traditions and memories, reminisce about family dynamics during Easter egg hunts, and discuss what they want future Easter celebrations to look like. **Please excuse the technical difficulty and audio change halfway through the episode, our microphones cut out and we had to overlap audio from the video footage Time Stamps00:00 Introduction and Life Updates07:33 Concert Cancellations and Disappointments11:57 Easter Celebrations and Rankings13:57 Easter Traditions and Memories25:35 Iconic Family Gatherings27:15 Redefining Holiday Traditions29:38 Future Easter Celebrations31:04 Easter Treats and Preferences35:02 Deviled Eggs and Family Recipes39:05 Easter Music and Celebrations42:46 Hosting and Family DynamicsFOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

Welcome to the Small Town Girls' second pop culture column! Today they discuss everything from Ozempic to White Lotus and Boomers to Gen Z so buckle up.FOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

In today's episode we have a special guest- Cassidy's husband Damian here to fill in for Christie and talk about his take on small town USA as someone raised in South Africa and then Australia.

Welcome back to the pod! Today the girls are giving you a mish mash of current pop music favorites and discussing which trends they think are cheugy and which ones deserve to stick around. Time Stamps00:00 Introduction and Royalty Dreams04:06 Elton John's Influence09:27 Relatable Lyrics and Emotional Connections14:26 Cheugy Trends and Nostalgia26:03 Cheugy vs. Gucci: The Fashion Debate31:42 The Utility of Chunky Sneakers and Graphic Tees36:03 The Evolution of Bro Tanks and Side Parts40:12 Designer Brands: Tiffany & Co. and Victoria's Secret45:24 Making Personalities: The Case of Disney AdultsFOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

Welcome back! This week Cass and Christie give you a chatty episode touching on decision-making styles, the concept of soulmates, attraction, social dynamics, humor, and physical appearance. at resonates with listeners.Time Stamps00:00 Introduction and Comfort Level02:34 Voice and Identity05:16 Banter vs. Directness08:20 Decision-Making Styles11:06 Soulmates and Relationships16:33 Friendship Dynamics and First Impressions25:24 The Art of Humor: Observational and Insult Comedy27:41 Understanding Resting Faces and First Impressions31:38 Authenticity in Social Interactions33:48 The Importance of Inclusivity and Kindness36:47 Attraction: What Makes Someone Appealing?40:22 The Underappreciated Role of Music in Life47:29 Niche Preferences and Personal ConnectionsFOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

This week Christie lets us in on her secrets to romanticizing life, making bad situations better, and being present. She share tips on how to find joy in everyday moments, the significance of empathy and connection, and her lessons learned from jury duty. The conversation emphasizes the balance between positivity and reality, the value of hobbies, and the importance of living in the moment. Ultimately, the episode encourages listeners to embrace their main character energy and find beauty in the little things.Time Stamps00:00 Introduction and Updates02:22 Navigating Dry January and Seeking Rewards05:15 Exploring Cozy Nighttime Treats10:04 Romanticizing Life: Christy's Insights13:19 Tips for Living as the Main Character17:51 Finding Good in Every Situation20:06 The Experience of Jury Duty30:58 Understanding Social Media Evidence33:36 Finding Positivity in Difficult Situations34:20 Living in the Moment vs. Documenting Life37:56 The Temporary Nature of Life39:14 The Importance of Giving40:09 The Power of Imagination45:53 Embracing New Hobbies48:51 Appreciating Life's Little Joys53:16 The Value of Eye Contact55:56 Giving Yourself Grace58:39 Focusing on the Good01:01:59 Living Without RegretsFOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

Today, hosts Christie and Cassidy discuss the significance of Lent, and the personal reflections that come with it. They explore the meaning of Lent and how personal sacrifices can lead to growth and renewal. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-discipline, reflection, and the potential for positive change in one's life.Takeaways Lent is a time for reflection and personal growth. Sacrifices made during Lent can lead to spiritual renewal. It's important to find personal meaning in sacrifices. Quiet time can be a powerful tool for self-reflection. Lent can be approached in various ways, including adding positive habits. Personal experiences with Lent can vary greatly. Making sacrifices can help declutter one's life. Growth often comes from stepping out of comfort zones. It's essential to challenge oneself regularly for personal development.Time Stamps00:00 Introduction and Content Creation Challenges07:17 Understanding Lent: Traditions and Personal Reflections15:27 The Passion: A Deep Dive into Good Friday and Its Significance23:59 Cultural Differences in Food and Drink Preferences30:40 The Significance of Lent and Personal Growth43:43 Making Changes and Embracing ChallengesFOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠

In this episode of the Small Town Girls Anonymous podcast, hosts Christie and Cassidy delve into the concept of the 'soft life,' exploring its definition, implications, and their personal experiences with it. They discuss the contrast between a soft life, characterized by comfort and minimal stress, and a hard life filled with challenges. The conversation also touches on their upbringings, the balance between relaxation and hard work, and the societal pressures surrounding these lifestyles. Ultimately, they reflect on the importance of finding a middle ground that allows for both self-care and ambition.Time Stamps00:00 Exploring the Concept of Soft Life12:20 Defining Soft Life vs. Hard Life22:02 Personal Reflections on Soft Life Aesthetics23:25 Balancing Parenting and Life Lessons28:23 Exploring the Soft Life Concept35:04 The Reality Behind the Soft Life38:31 Finding Balance in Life44:36 Wrapping Up the ConversationFOLLOW US <3Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cassidy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠STGA⁠⁠