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Katie + Kenz
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We’re baaaaaaack! Welcome to season five, friends. Katie + Kenz are coming in hot with a plan for the season and all the new media we’ve been consuming since we’ve talked to you last. Tune in to hear what we’ve been up to and catch a preview of the movie we’ll cover in episode no. 1.
Media mentions:
- “I’m Glad My Mom Died” by Janette McCurdy
- "The City of Brass” by S.A. Chakraborty
- Quiet on Set (2024)
- One Tree Hill (2003-2012)
- “You Made It Weird” with Pete Holmes
- “Swift and Saddled: A Rebel Blue Ranch Novel” by Lyla Sage
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Wrap up season four (4?!) with us! After two reflective check-in episodes, Katie + Kenz are checking in on our current lives. This includes but is not limited to wine, grocery shopping, romance novels and grad school. Stick with us 'til the end for our current media and some recent accomplishments.
Media mentions:
- “Ice Planet Barbarians” by Ruby Dixon
- “Circle B Ranch” Series by Kennedy Fox
- Shrinking (2023-present)
- "8 Rules of Love" by Jay Shetty
- Atlas of the Heart" (2022-present)
- “Wineries in Iowa Tour”
- “The Priory of the Orange Tree” by Samantha Shannon
- Ted Lasso (2020-present)
- “Getting to the heart of team culture with Pete Carroll” on Work Life With Adam Grant
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Today, we're tackling a tough movie with the same namesake as this podcast: She Said. In it, two NYT journalists publish a report that exposes sexual abuse allegations against powerful Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein. We dive into the movie, talk about our journalism education, and share the "headlines and punchlines" that we walked away with. At the end of this ep, we do our final sweet and sour wines of the season. Click here to review content warnings for the movie.
Media mentions:
She Said (2022)
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Kenz has a theory that the things we learn about ourselves and the hobbies we have when we are in middle school aren’t all that different than adulthood. Sure, we grow and change and things take different forms… but there are some pieces of us that are set already, too. She asks Katie a few questions, like, "How did you like to spend your free time?," "How would you be described by friends, teachers, parents?" and "Would you have been perceived as an introvert or an extrovert?" Let us know your answers to these questions, too!
Media mentions:
- Podcrushed
- “Atomic Habits” by James Clear
- The Mindy Project (2012-2017)
- Hinterland playlist on Spotify
- The Tonight Show Musical Guests playlist on Spotify
- “Georgie, All Along” by Kate Clayborn
- Beef (2023)
- Are & Be playlist on Spotify
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Today, Kenz + Katie are dissecting the 2023 Oscar-sweeping absurd fantasy movie Everything Everywhere All at Once. It's packed with hidden meanings and artful displays of culture and story. We highly recommend it! Stick with us through the conversation to hear some sweet and sour wines from your Iowa girlies.
Media Mentions:
- Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)
- Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010)
- Red (2010)
- Amy Tan: Unintended Memoir (2021)
- Lady Bird (2017)
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Katie + Kenz met at 18 years old during a pre-orientation day for college. They decided to become roommates. Who knew this is where we would be sitting 8 years later? Today, we're reminiscing on those early days of our friendship and remembering our hopes, what our plans were for the rest of our lives, and what we were scared of at that moment in time. Check back in as we round out the season to hear us reminisce on a few other moments in our lives. Let us know if any of our memories bring back something sweet for you, too!
Media mentions:
- "Court of the Vampire Queen" by Katee Robert
- Everything Everywhere All At Once (2022)
- MILF Manor (2023)
- New York Times subscription
- Ted Lasso (2020-present)
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"The Confidence Code" by Katty Kay and Claire Shipman was Kenz's favorite book of 2022, and we're covering it today. Its two authors dive into the science behind confidence, how it shows up differently in men and women, and how to harness your confidence to succeed in our current world. If you don't get the chance to read or listen to this book, don't worry, we gotchu. We had an absolute blast diving into Kay and Shipman's research, so jump in and join the conversation!
Media mentions:
- "The Confidence Code" by Katty Kay and Claire Shipman
- Life Club Summary
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It's mid-season and we're checking in on the current state of affairs in our lives and the world. Listen in to hear all of the media we're consuming and what we're proud of this February!
Media mentions:
- “A Discovery of Witches” by Deborah Harkness
- A Wrinkle in Time (2018)
- Wonder by Jamie Drake
- Forever Mine playlist by Michelle Obama
- “Conversations on Love” by Natasha Lunn
- “Dear Sugar” by Cheryl Strayed
- The Morning Show (2019-present)
- Shrinking (2023)
- Hinterland Festival artists
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It's Dolly time! Dolly Parton is a household name and has been for over 60 years. How does she do it? Katie leads this conversation about all things Dolly and shares her history, a podcast series that takes an even deeper dive into her work and life, and the cultural significance of the legend herself.
Media mentions:
- Dolly Parton's website
- Dolly Parton's America (2019)
- Imagination Library
- Dollywood
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Today, Katie + Kenz are checking in on the idea of unconditional positive regard. Tune in to hear more about what the terminology means to us and how it shows up in the world. We have a LOT of media to share with you these days, so stick with us until the end to hear our recent recs and some recent accomplishments.
Media mentions:
- Avatar: The Way of Water (2023)
- Friends (1994-2004)
- “Independence” by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni
- “10-Day Green Smoothie Cleanse” by JJ Smith
- “Pillars of the Earth” by Ken Follet
- We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle
- Parks and Recreation (2009-2015)
- Grey’s Anatomy (2005-present)
- “Dear Sugar” by Cheryl Strayed
- I And Love And You by the Avett Brothers
- Jersey Giant
- All Your’n by Tyler Childers
- Alice, Darling (2022)
- Armchair Expert with Dax Shepherd
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Kenz finally convinced Katie to watch Wednesday—and we're ob-SESSED. Tune in as we talk about what we liked and disliked about the show, some controversy that surrounds it, and what we think will happen in season two. Stick around until the end to hear our sweet and sour wines of the day!
Media mentions:
- Wednesday (2022)
- Controversy Explained
- Why Wednesday matters from Slate
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Happy new year! We're chatting today about our hopes and dreams for 2023, how we go about goal-setting and even what hasn't worked for us. Join us for this journey as we catch up on the holidays and the media we're consuming this winter.
Media mentions:
- “War Storm” by Victoria Aveyard
- Wednesday (2022)
- We Can Do Hard Things | Glennon’s Diagnosis & What’s Next
- “This Time Tomorrow” by Emma Straub
- Ginny and Georgia (2021-present)
- Raspberry Pie Radio
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Katie + Kenz have a wee bit o' fun talking about romance novels today. It's a genre that we're both entirely familiar with (think: discovering Twilight in our pre-teens) and wholly amateurs at. We go through the history of romance, stereotypes, tropes and our current faves. We also read some smut aloud, so this episode is probably not safe for work or little ears. You can practically hear Katie blush. Have a happy new year, and we'll see you in 2023!
Media mentions:
- "The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight" by Jennifer E. Smith (YA)
- "Red, White, and Royal Blue" by Casey McQuiston (YA)
- "The Risk" by S.T. Abby
- The "Chestnut Springs" series by Elsie Silver
- "A Court of Thorns and Roses" series by Sarah J. Maas
- "The Plated Prisoner" series by Raven Kennedy
- "From Blood and Ash" by Jennifer L. Armentrout
- Tessa Bailey’s "It Happened One Summer" and "Hook Line & Sinker"
- "The Deal" by Elle Kennedy
- "Den of Vipers" by K.A. Knight
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There's a lot of women-centric news making headlines and we're catching up on a few hot topics today. Join us for the ride, and hang out to hear what we're reading, watching and listening to... and maybe get a sneak peek of our next episode!
Media mentions:
- "A Gentle Reminder" by Bianca Sparacino
- The White Lotus (2021-2023)
- Background Jazz Music
- "Aaron’s Mate by Abigail Raines
- Manifest (2018-present)
- "Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follett
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The Handmaid's Tale is back with a vengeance and we watched it as soon as we absolutely could. Join us as we recap the newest season of this beloved (horrifying?) show and how it relates to the books(s) it's based on. Stick with us to the end to hear about some w(h)ines!
Media mentions:
- The Handmaid’s Tale (2017-present)
- “The Handmaid’s Tale” by Margaret Atwood
- “The Testaments” by Margaret Atwood
- The Ongoing She Said Playlist
- Our Little Women episode!
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We're recording on Thanksgiving week and wonder: How much time do you take to reflect on what you're grateful for? Do you think more about these things during the fall season or do you make a habit of it all year long? We're checking in on some of these themes and diving into what's keeping us alive, awake, alert AND enthusiastic.
Media Mentions:
- "Red Queen" by Victoria Aveyard
- Handmaid’s Tale (2017-present)
- Falling for Christmas (2022)
- Midnights (3 a.m. version) Taylor Swift
- "101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think" by Brianna West
- The Sex Life of College Girls (2021-present)
- Hinterland Playlist
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Katie + Kenz tackle the hit movie "Don't Worry, Darling" (2022)—and the infamous drama surrounding it. We dive deep into the cast, plot points, viewer experience and more. Stick with us until the end for some sweet and sour wines as we head into gloomy szn.
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Oops, we did it again! After an extended staycation, we're back with a new season of fun with you -- all about women in media and women-made media. Grab a snack and buckle your seatbelts for this intro to the season, where we note some of our plans and get excited for the months ahead. As we wrapped up today, we chatted about the media we're currently reading, watching and listening to, plus we talked through a few recent accomplishments. Listen in to hear what's a-buzz in the Katie + Kenz universe!
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The long and winding road of season three comes to an end with this extended check-in episode! You'll hear all about what has served us well this season and our plans for the year to come. Stick with us to the end to listen to our recent accomplishments, then let us know yours with a voice note or by sliding into our DMs.
Media Mentions
- “Do Nothing: How to Break Away from Overworking, Overdoing, and Underliving” by Celeste Headlee
- Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2018-2022)
- benny blanco, Marshmello & Vance Joy - You
- “A Beautifully Foolish Endeavor” by Hank Green
- Heartstopper (2022)
- “Come As You Are” by Emily Nagoski
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Join us as we explore the extraordinary life of Amy Tan! Katie leads this conversation centered around Tan's Netflix documentary, her many books and the woman behind it all. Then, join us for some sweet and sour wines as we wrap up the conversation.
Media mentions:
- Amy Tan: Unintended Memoir (2021)
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In times of uncertainty, happiness, sadness and the plethora of human conditions, we can find comfort in our people. How do you check in? How do you prefer to be checked in on by others? We explore this all today, along with our current media and some recent accomplishments.
Media Mentions:
- The Long and the Short of It Podcast
- “The Blind Assassin” by Margaret Atwood
- Outlander (2014-)
- The Stacks Podcast
- “Do Nothing: How to Break Away from Overworking, Overdoing, and Underliving” by Celeste Headlee
- Good Trouble (2019-)
- This is Us (2016-2022)
- Grey’s Anatomy (2005-)
- “Atomic Habits” by James Clear
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After a brief hiatus, Kenz leads our first episode of 2022 with a discussion on the book “Educated” by Tara Westover. The conversation covers the contents of the book along with thought prompts like:
- What is home?
- The empowerment and disenfranchisement of sexualization
- A story without an end, but many beginnings.
Join us at the end for some sweet and sour wines with life updates from the past few months.
Media mentions:
- “Educated” by Tara Westover
- “Hillbilly Elegy” by J.D. Vance
- The Stacks Podcast
- “Do Nothing: How to Break Away from Overworking, Overdoing, and Underliving” by Celeste Headlee
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CW: fitness, sexual violence, sexism
Today, Katie leads our episode on women in athletics, beginning with the movie "Battle of the Sexes" and rounding out the conversation with current events like the settlement reached in the Larry Nassar trial, the upcoming Beijing olympics, and the safety of Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai. This is by no means a complete look at the full scope of the athletics and fitness world, but it's a good place to start. Join us at the end for some sweet and sour wines.
Media mentions:
- Battle of the Sexes (2017)
- “Believed” by NPR on Apple Podcasts tells the story of USA gymnastics with this nine-part series
- Settlement article on CNN
- Simone Biles as Time's Athlete of the Year 2021
- The U.S. and other countries boycott the Beijing olympics
- Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai disappears after sharing her truth
- Make It or Break It (2009-2012)
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Ding dong! We're checking in before Christmas and the new year to discuss our overall feelings about 2021 and some thoughts headed into the new year.
- “I hope you don’t carry this into 2022” series from @nedratawwab on Instagram
- "Big Friendship" by Ann Friedman and Aminatou Sow
- “To everything I’ve ever lost: Thank you for setting me free.” @secondsapart on Instagram
- Happiness (Taylor Swift) and Happier (Olivia Rodigo)
- “A Court of Thorns and Roses” series by Sarah J. Maas
- “Throne of Glass” series by Sarah J. Maas
- “Unbound” by Tarana Burke
- You (2018–present)
- John Moore writing, former journalist at the Denver Post
- New Amsterdam (2018-present)
- “McKenzie” by Houndmouth
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Hello upper east siders... We're talking all things Gossip Girl today! Kenz leads us through some little-known facts about the show, and Katie recalls her first time watching it through. Of course, Blake Lively is mentioned. And we may or may not get a wee bit distracted in the middle, but we promise that it all relates... for the most part. Stick with us as we close up this episode with our sweet as wines and w(h)ine about its for the week, then check back next Wednesday for the next one. XOXO, Katie + Kenz.
Media mentions:
- Gossip Girl (2007-2012)
- Little-known facts about GG
- You (2018-present)
- Chasing Dorota (2009)
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We're checking in on the new album Red (Taylor's Version) by Taylor Swift, along with general happenings in our life. In a gloomier season, we are grateful for you and hope you have a wonderful holiday with loved ones!
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Join us for a Gilmore Girls wrap-up! Katie has officially finished the original series and asks Kenz for spoilers from Day In the Life. Let us know if you've ever watched GG or if you're the ultimate fan (you'll have to fight Kenz for that title).
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Enjoy a brief check-in that is so candid that you literally are getting a lunchtime snippet of us two marketing professionals. We talk about our recent accomplishments and mention all the media we're reading, watching and listening to. Grab some lunch, put Katie + Kenz on and enjoy a conversation with us!
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Today, Kenz leads our conversation about Stacey Abrams! The 47-year-old politician, lawyer, voting rights activist and author was the first African-American female major-party gubernatorial nominee in the United States in the questionable 2018 election, which she narrowly lost. However, she is so much more than that. Join us for this awesome history lesson and quick take on voting rights in the United States!
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Checking in! What’s your conflict resolution strategy? What’s your best self-care move? In this episode, we consider how they just might be intertwined and some tactics to put that conflict resolution into action while being kind to ourselves. We have a ton of media mentions in this episode, so be sure to click the links below to see what type of media we and your future selves are consuming.
Media mentions:
- “SELF CARE: How do we identify our real needs and finally get them met?” from We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle podcast
- “Favo(u)rite Questions” from The Long and The Short of It podcast
- Happiness by Taylor Swift
- Peace by Taylor Swift
- “Atomic Habits” by James Clear
- “Educated” by Tara Westover
- Law & Order: SVU (1999—)
- “7 ½ Deaths Of Evelyn Hardcastle” by Stuart Turton
- Nacho Libre (2006)
- “Four Hundred Souls” by Ibram X. Kendi and Keisha N. Blain
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Today, Katie leads the conversation about The Crown, its history and the actors who made it great. Hang out until the end for some wine and whine, then give us a follow on Instagram and Twitter @_shesaidpodcast. Until next time!
Media mentions:
- The Crown (2016—)
- Find it on Netflix
- Wikipedia’s background information (link)
- Pay scandal (link)
- Gone Girl (2014)
- Sleeping With the Enemy (1991)
- Double Jeopardy (1999)
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Oh happy day, friends! Wherever you are, Katie + Kenz are checking in to see how you're doing. What's new in your life? Ours are certainly out-of-the-ordinary. We both recently accepted/started new jobs and take this episode to talk about where we're at in that process, its challenges and why we made the change. And of course, we discuss the media we're consuming and some recent accomplishments.
Media mentions:
- “The Alice Network” by Kate Quinn
- Grey's Anatomy (2005—)
- "Crown of Midnight" by Sarah J. Maas
- Sex/Life (2021—)
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Today, Kenz walks Katie through the classic 2000s rom-com My Big Fat Greek Wedding. We dive into the actors, plot, devices utilized and cultural relevance of the movie (hint: it was BIG). Hang out until the end for some wine and whine, then give us a follow on Instagram and Twitter @_shesaidpodcast. Until next time!
Media mentions:
- My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002)
- Wiki article
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Welcome back to the She Said podcast with Katie + Kenz! We begin this third season with lots of love and a conversation about what’s to come. Be sure to stick with us while we catch up on our recent accomplishments and what we’re reading, watching and listening to. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @_shesaidpodcast to stay up-to-date on pod happenings and news about new episode releases.
Media mentions:
- "The Alice Network” by Kate Quinn
- Good Trouble (2019—)
- Kenz's “The Damn TikToks Did It Again” Spotify playlist
- “The Book of Longings” by Sue Monk Kidd
- Broadchurch (2013-2017)
- Gilmore Girls (2000-2007)
- We Can Do Hard Things Podcast
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In our last episode of season two, Katie + Kenz reflect on our favorite show topics of the season and how crazy fast these months have flown. Hang out until the end to hear our recent accomplishments and what we're reading, watching and listening to! Plus, we announced that we'll be coming back for season three this summer! Follow us @_shesaidpodcast on Instagram and Twitter to stay up-to-date with us in the meantime, and leave a review to let us know how you're enjoying our conversations.
Media mentions are coming soon!
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Katie’s little heart is singing as she leads Kenz through a S.W.O.T analysis on her first love, “Twilight” by Stephanie Meyer. Join us on this journey where we relive and reframe this book and movie with today’s lens. Then, stay tuned as we get into our wines -- both sweet and sour.
Media mentions:
“Twilight” by Stephanie Meyer Twilight (2008) https://stepheniemeyer.com/bio/ Catherine Hardwicke S.W.O.T. Analysis Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling “The Twilight Saga is about ____.” https://quileutenation.org/ Robert Pattinson sings “Never Think” and “Let Me Sign” "50 Shades of Grey" by E.L. James Vampire Diaries (2009-2017) “Hush, Hush” by Becca Fitzpatrick “House of Night” series by PC Cast and Kristin Cast “Reckoning with Twilight, 10 years later”
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Check-in with us about James Clear’s recent newsletter “On judging your own work, and maintaining a mindset of flexibility” and hear what we’re reading, watching and listening to. Then, we share some recent accomplishments, including a fun She Said milestone and a sneak peek of our final topic of season two!
Media mentions:
James Clear and the 3-2-1 from May 6 “The Great Believers” by Rebecca Makkai The Handmaid’s Tale (2017-present) WorkLife with Adam Grant podcast La La Land (2016) Just Wright (2010) Stepmom (1998) Greater Des Moines Partnership Young Professionals Connection (YPC) -- Go Kenz!
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Katie + Kenz are discussing the most fabulous, wholesome show today and Kenz's personal favorite: Gilmore Girls! Listen in as we talk about the background of the show and do a deep-dive into season one. Then, stick in ’til the end to hear our sweet as wine and whine about it.
Media mentions:
Gilmore Girls (2000-2007)
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Today we’re interviewing McKenzie! Katie asks about her career, growth mindset, favorite habits, what she does for “play” time and everything in between—oh how the turntables. Finally, we chat about our recent accomplishments and share what we’re reading, watching and listening to.
Media mentions:
- “Disappearing Earth” by Julia Phillips
- Gilmore Girls (2000-2007)
- Fearless (Taylor’s Version)
- “The Body Keeps a Score” by Bessel van der Kolk
- Handmaid’s Tale (2017-present)
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Katie + Kenz are chatting about country music legends The Chicks today, and we are in love. Formerly The Dixie Chicks, this group has made a splash in country music for decades and continues to bring us bops like their recent “Gaslighter” album. Listen in as we talk about all things good and controversial about this incredible band, then stick in ’til the end to hear our sweet as wine and whine about it.
Media mentions:
- https://thechicks.com
- Bio
- The Chicks’ causes
- Country music controversy
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Learn a little more about Katie today! She’s in the hot seat as Kenz asks about her personal life, career and everything in between. Later, we talk about our recent accomplishments and share what we’re reading, watching and listening to.
Media mentions:
- “The Mothers” by Brit Bennett
- Grey’s Anatomy (2005-present)
- Law & Order: SVU (1999-present)
- Good Trouble (2019-present)
- Fearless (Taylor’s Version) (2021)
- “Parable of the Sower” by Octavia Butler
- Gilmore Girls (2000-2007)
- Mythology podcast from Parcast Network
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This week, Katie + Kenz discuss the life and work of Morgan Harper Nichols, a musician, artist, and poet who caught our eyes on Instagram and continues to inspire across all platforms. She truly is a marketing expert, and her artwork is magical. Stick around to the end to hear us whine about it and share our sweet as w(h)ines for the week.
Media mentions:
- https://morganharpernichols.com
- TikTok
- YouTube
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Check-in with us and two savvy and creative entrepreneurs! Aubree Taylor Green is a photographer and Madisen Hinegardner is a videographer; the two primarily work with couples on their wedding days and have been known to partner up to produce beautiful work. Katie + Kenz ask them all about their businesses, how they collaborate and the role social media plays in their businesses’ success. They share helpful advice and indulge us with their recent accomplishments and what they’re reading, watching and listening to. Check below to follow their work.
Media mentions:
- Madisen Lynn Videography
- Aubree Taylor Photography
- “Girl Code: Unlocking the Secrets to Success, Sanity, and Happiness for the Female Entrepreneur” by Cara Alwill Leyba, Em Eldridge
- “The Confidence Code: The Science and Art of Self-Assurance – What Women Should Know” by Katty Kay, Claire Shipman
- What We Said podcast
- My Favorite Murder podcast (listen to the She Said episode on this one!)
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This week, Katie + Kenz talk about what it means to take up space. We dive into different spaces and share important articles that you can find under the media mentions below, plus some extras for further research. Hang out with us to the end to hear us whine about it and share our sweet as w(h)ines for the week.
Media mentions:
-
STFUImSpeaking article
- “Fast-track women’s participation in public life ‘for everyone's benefit’” from UN News
- “The Story Behind Her: Journalist Polly Irungu on Taking Up Space as a Black Woman” on msmagazine.com
- “How 7 Women Take Up Space In Their Everyday Lives” from Refinery29
- “I deserve to take up space, and I make no apologies” from scarymommy.com
- “Safe Spaces Now” campaign
- "Why taking up space can help women close the pay gap" from Forbes
- “What Happens When Women Start Taking Up Space? It’s revolutionary.” from Forge
- “Untamed” by Glennon Doyle
- Chimamanda Ngozi Adiche’s work (website)
- “Know My Name” by Chanel Miller
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Today, Katie + Kenz are checking in about something we both love: newsletters! Each day is spent sorting through our inboxes, so why not make it enjoyable? In this episode, you'll find our go-to subscriptions and why they're important to us. Finally, we'll share our recent accomplishments and discuss what we’re reading, watching and listening to.
Media mentions:
- The Slate
- FictionMatters
- Novel Pairings
- The Skimm
- Her first $100k
- Ann Friedman Weekly
- Anti-Racism Daily
- Morning Brew
- James Clear
- 1 Million Women
- Elizabeth Lesser
- The Brass Ring by Kara Cutruzzula
- Seth’s Blog by Seth Godin
- Word of the Day by Wordsmith
- Gary Weekly by Gary Vaynerchuk
- The New York Times, Smarter Living and In Her Words
- “These Violent Delights” by Chloe Gong
- Classics Club from Novel Pairings
- “So You Want To Talk About Race” by Ijeoma Oluo
- "Originals" by Adam Grant
- New Girl (2011)
- Schitt's Creek (2015)
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This week, Katie + Kenz talk about Brené Brown's life, legacy, and podcast called "Unlocking Us with Brené Brown." Brown is a professor, researcher, author, speaker, and inspiration to many worldwide. To talk through some of her work, we both took the Daring Leadership Assessment, a 10-minute reflection to "help you gauge your strengths and your opportunities for growth as a daring leader." Stick with us to the end to hear us whine about it and share our sweet as w(h)ines for the week.
Media mentions:
- Unlocking Us with Brené Brown podcast
- Dare To Lead podcast
- "Brené Brown Signs Exclusive Podcast Deal With Spotify (Exclusive)"
- Daring Leadership Assessment
- Books by Brené Brown
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In our little corner of the world, we’ve hit the one-year mark of living with COVID-19. We CAN do hard things (to quote Glennon Doyle), but it feels extra difficult lately. Katie + Kenz check-in about Zoom and how we communicate in the workplace, then share a bit about our recent accomplishments. Lastly, we go through what we’re reading, watching and listening to.
Media mentions:
- Zoom dos and don’ts
- “Know My Name” by Chanel Miller
- Outlander (2014-present)
- “More Myself” by Alicia Keys
- “Happy 10th anniversary, self”
- Juno (2007)
- Framing Britney Spears (2020)
- “Lips of an Angel” by Hinder
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This week, Katie + Kenz talk about Shonda Rhimes and her empire, Shondaland. From her personal life to professional accolades, Rhimes has wowed us time and time again—and keeps doing it. From Grey’s Anatomy to Scandal and even Princess Diaries 2, her and her production company’s work has been a part of our lives for over fifteen years. After we're finished marveling over Rhimes, we hop on the Bridger-train to talk about her newest Netflix series, Bridgerton. Stay tuned while we whine about it and share our sweet as w(h)ines for the week. We may or may not talk about horses and marriage. We’re also exhausted. It’s okay. We’ll get through it together.
Media mentions:
Shondaland Biography.com article about Shonda Rhimes The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004) Grey’s Anatomy (2005) Station 19 (2018) Private Practice (2007) How to Get Away with Murder (2014) Scandal (2012) Bridgerton (2021) “The Duke and I” (Bridgertons #1) by Julia Quinn Bridgerton: The Official Podcast
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Need a chill night in but want something to keep your mind running? Grab your favorite drink and get ready to say, "SAME!" with this check-in about marketing pet peeves. Katie + Kenz will share some brands they love and marketing faux pas that keep us up at night. Stay tuned while we talk about some recent accomplishments and, of course, what we're reading, watching and listening to!
Media mentions:
- The Ongoing She Said Music Recs Playlist
- AP Style
- Oxford Comma
- “Hillbilly Elegy” by J.D. Vance
- The Broken Hearts Gallery (2020)
- “Truth for your twenties” podcast
- “Homegoing” by Yaa Gyasi
- To All The Boys: Always and Forever (2021)
- Love Story (Taylor’s Version) by Taylor Swift
Brands we love:
- Von Maur
- Apple (do you even need a link for this one?)
- Hy-Vee
- Fareway
- Starbucks
- Pottery Barn
- Root
- Capsule
- Spanx
- Ben & Jerry’s
- NASCAR
- American Family Insurance
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Get your gal pals together as Katie + Kenz talk about a podcast within our podcast (so meta) called "Stuff Mom Never Told You" (SMNTY). SMNTY is part of the HowStuffWorks, an infotainment website with many mediums devoted to showing us how things work. We came to SMNTY separately, but at similar pivotal moments in our lives. Stay tuned while we talk about our favorite aspects of the podcast and a few select episodes. It's been a rough winter. Get your cozy socks and snuggle in for our w(h)ine about it and sweet as wine segments.
Media mentions:
- SMNTY Violence Against Women Today
- SMNTY Women and Alt-Right Extremism
- SMNTY Book Club: Circe
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Welcome to season two of the She Said podcast with Katie + Kenz! We’re kicking it off discussing the most talked about woman in media right now, Vice President Kamala Harris. Then, stay tuned as we round out the episode with recent accomplishments and what we’re reading, watching and listening to. Never fear—there are many laughs and even singing involved. Keep up-to-date with us this season for important topics and special guests!
Media mentions:
- “Atomic Habits” by James Clear
- “The Mothers” by Brit Bennett
- Twilight (2008)
- Julie & Julia (2009)
- Desperados (2020)
- “songs make u feel on top of the world” Spotify playlist
- “Natalie Portman’s Fables” by Natalie Portman
- “Cassandra Speaks” by Elizabeth Lesser
- Brené with Elizabeth Lesser on the Power of Women’s Stories (podcast)
- “Broken Open” by Elizabeth Lesser
- “A Promised Land” by Barack Obama
- The Great British Baking Show (2010-present)
- “The Book of Longings” by Sue Monk Kidd
- “Untamed” by Glennon Doyle
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In our last episode of season one, Katie + Kenz reflect on our favorite show topics and how we've grown over the last four months. Hang out until the end to hear our recent accomplishments and what we're reading, watching and listening to! Plus, we announced that we'll be coming back for season two in the new year! Follow us @_shesaidpodcast on Instagram and Twitter to stay up-to-date with us in the meantime.
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Katie + Kenz discuss self-love activist Danae Mercer and body positivity, along with fashion and diet marketing. We're excited to share more about Mercer's community of women who lift each other up, so grab your cozy socks and strap in for the ride. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @_shesaidpodcast for more! Then, tune in again next Wednesday for our final episode (!), a check-in with your favorite gals to wrap-up the first season of She Said, freak out about Taylor Swift and more.
Trigger warning for eating disorders, body hatred, fat phobia and diet culture.
Media mentions:
- Influencer Danae Mercer on Instagram, Twitter and her website
- Talking out loud with Danae Facebook group
- Dove's Real Beauty campaign
- AerieREAL campaign
- Miss Representation (2011)
- War Paint the musical
- Influencer Alicia McCarvell
- Influencer Tess Holliday
- Is it fashionable or are they skinny? TikTok trend
- To the Bone (2017)
- I Feel Pretty (2018)
- The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2017- )
- The Beauty Myth by Naomi Wolf
- Group: How One Therapist and a Circle of Strangers Saved My Life by Christie Tate
- Stuff Mom Never Told You podcast
- Quit Dieting for Good Podcast
- All My Relations podcast
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This week, Katie + Kenz catch up on the holidays and what self care might look like these days. Grab your cozy socks and hang out until the end to hear what we're reading, watching and listening to! DM us your favorite holiday movies and shows @_shesaidpodcast on Instagram and Twitter, and check back next Wednesday for a new episode!
Media mentions:
- "Atomic Habits" by James Clear
- Home Alone movies
- Dash & Lily (2020)
- Happiest Season (2020)
- "Anxious People" by Fredrik Backman
- Grey's Anatomy
- Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions (2020)
- "Group: How One Therapist and a Circle of Strangers Saved My Life" by Christie Tate
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
- Armchair Expert episodes with Halsey and Tristan Harris
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Today, Katie + Kenz talk about the late Ruth Bader Ginsburg. From law school to motherhood and her nickname of "The Notorious RBG," we remember the former Supreme Court justice's life and legacy. How did she become a social media and pop culture icon? We'll lay it out for you. Hang out until the end for a session of "w(h)ine about it" paired with a "sweet as wine" segment. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @_shesaidpodcast for more! Then, tune in again next Wednesday for a check-in with your favorite gals about the upcoming holidays, COVID-19 and more.
Rest in peace, RBG.
Media mentions:
- RBG (2018)
- On the Basis of Sex (2018)
- 5-4: What RBG Didn't Understand (2020)
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Check-in with us and Suusen Ng this week! Suu is a graphic designer and branding specialist with a 9-5, her own small business and an adorable puppy Bernese Mountain Dog. We were able to snag Suu for a quick catch up about Full Bloom Creative and how she built it. Follow her work on Instagram @suusenng!
Media mentions:
- "Helpers in My Community" by Bobbie Kalman
- Dash & Lily
- "The Dutch House" by Ann Patchet
- Make My Space Work YouTube channel
- Behind the Police podcast
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Katie + Kenz talk about the My Favorite Murder podcast, hosted by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark, in this podcast about a podcast. Podcast inception. Discussion turns to their new book, "Stay Sexy & Don't Get Murdered: The Definitive How-To Guide," along with real stats and real talk about gender violence in the U.S. Stick with us to the end for a session of "w(h)ine about it" paired with a much-needed "sweet as wine" segment. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @_shesaidpodcast for more! Then, tune in again next Wednesday for a check-in with a dear friend and graphic designer.
Trigger warning: This episode may contain conversation about violence, gender violence, rape, sexual harassment and abuse, murder and more.
Media mentions:
- My Favorite Murder podcast
- "Stay Sexy & Don't Get" Murdered
- "Men Explain Things to Me" by Rebecca Solnit
- "The Color Purple" by Alice Walker
- "Women Are Some Kind of Magic" series by Amanda Lovelace
- Waitress
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Katie + Kenz couldn't wait to talk about women's friendships, so we now present this minisode for today's check-in! We discuss the book "Big Friendship: How We Keep Each Other Close" by Aminatou Sow and Ann Friedman and their Shine Theory. Then, we dive into so many more recommendations of media to watch and read about the subject. Buckle up and get your girlfriends together for this one. Shine on.
Media mentions:
- Little Women (2019)
- "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng
- "The Red Tent" by Anita Diamant
- Anything written by Amy Tan
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Katie + Kenz read and discuss the book "The Defining Decade: Why Your Twenties Matter—And How to Make the Most of Them Now" by Meg Jay. Jay is a psychologist who realized that 20-year-olds are setting themselves up poorly by neither thinking critically of their goals nor planning for them prior to turning 30. It was awesome... and makes us question every move we make at this point in our lives. Join us for our thoughts about the book and, of course, a whine about it session. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @_shesaidpodcast for more of your favorite podcast hosts! Then, tune in again next Wednesday for a check-in about women friendships.
Pro tip: Click here for a PDF of the book!
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Check-in with us and our fellow creator, Maya Weatherall! Maya is a YouTuber, filmmaker, writer, French lover, and self-proclaimed "Black woman doing the damn thing." Get into your cozy socks as we chat through Maya's professional work, routines, social justice work and more. Check out Maya and Maya Paya Productions on Instagram, Twitter and, of course, YouTube for seasonal videos and genuine, uplifting content!
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Katie + Kenz get their comedy fix with Taylor Tomlinson and her Netflix special, "Quarter-Life Crisis." Are you in or nearing your mid-20s? Do you often find yourself confused about everything? We feel that. Listen in as we talk about Tomlinson's show, her jokes and comedy in general, and relate to it all a little too much. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @_shesaidpodcast for more of your favorite podcast hosts! Check back with us for a check-in next Wednesday with a special guest!
Media mentions:
Taylor Tomlinson on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok "Quarter-Life Crisis" on Netflix
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Hello, friends! Katie + Kenz catch up on each other's lives, the news we're consuming and our Twitter DMs. Stay for the second half to hear what we're reading, watching and listening to! Do you slide into your friends' DMs with memes, news articles, TikToks and snarky political commentary? Prove it by sliding into ours @_shesaidpodcast on Instagram and Twitter, and check back next Wednesday for a new episode!
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Katie + Kenz are both fascinated with Taylor Swift. Are you ready for it? (See what we did there?) Katie developed NCAA-style brackets for each album to determine which songs were her favorite. Kenz understandably disagrees with approximately 75% of those decisions. Listen in as we discuss each album, reflect on the progression of Swift's music and review the genius of her work and brand. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @_shesaidpodcast to see the brackets and send us yours! Check back with us for a check-in next Wednesday.
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Check-in with us and our dear friend Breyanna Alese about her "What is my life?" podcast, grad school, work and more. Grab your favorite drink (we chose wine, water and hot cocoa) and settle in for this chat among women creators and friends. Check out @whatismylifeofficial on Instagram for uplifting messages, soothing coffee videos and great conversation.
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Katie + Kenz dive into their shared love of the 2019 film adaptation of "Little Women," directed by Greta Gerwig and based on the 1868 novel by Louisa May Alcott. This fresh take on the March sisters' classic coming-of-age stories has us energized beyond belief. Grab a glass of wine or steaming tea, take a listen and share the link with your sister, mom, gal pals, and anyone else in your life who knows what it's like to experience life as a woman. Then tune in next Wednesday for an exciting new episode!
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Hello, friends! In our first check-in, Katie + Kenz touch base on our accomplishments and what we're reading, watching and listening to, plus we debrief on a recent media headline. How are you doing today? What media do you love? Leave us a voice note, comment or DM wherever you see this first, and check back next Wednesday for a new episode!
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Journey through memory lane while Katie + Kenz discuss Reese Witherspoon! After she came to us as Elle Woods, Reese founded Hello Sunshine to put women at the center of every story. All we have to say is, “YES!” Grab your favorite drink and listen to our musings on Hello Sunshine, what introversion and extroversion mean to us, and what we have to w(h)ine about today. New episodes are released every Wednesday!
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Join us on our mission to elevate the muses and musings of great women thinkers and doers so that human experiences may be shared, considered and felt by all. In this episode, Katie + Kenz introduce themselves to listeners, share tidbits of who we are and describe how feminism and media intersect in our lives. Follow "She Said" on Instagram and Twitter @_shesaidpodcast.
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