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Instagram influencers, YouTube creators, podcast personalities, bloggers of all kinds … they all share one vast work space - the ever-expanding universe of the internet! Meg and Rebekah have each been working online for over a decade, and today, they invite you to join them in a conversation about what that is really like. Inspired by the honest revelations of a popular YouTube star, they dig into the professional difficulties and personal challenges of working in the online space, and they reveal what some of the most AWESOME parts of this specific work are, too. PLUS, two great reads getting lots of buzz in Awesome of the Week! VISIT THE BRAND NEW SORTA AWESOME MERCH SHOP! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Bombas:  Visit bombas.com/awesome and save 20% off your first purchase PlushCare: PlushCare makes it easier than ever to take care of yourself, inside and out. Start your membership today. Go to PlushCare.com/awesome to start your FREE 30-day trial. Billie: for 10% off of your new favorite razor, go to mybilli

It's a topic women have been conversations about for all of human history: bringing babies into the world! This week, the conversation continues as Meg invites Bryn Huntpalmer - creator and host of The Birth Hour podcast - to share about her passion for women, birth, and babies. Not only do they talk about how her mission is making meaningful change in the world of birth, they also cover surprising trends and what it's like to give birth during a global pandemic. All of that plus a luxury listening experience and a health boost in Awesome of the Week! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: EveryPlate: Get three weeks of EveryPlate meals for only 2.99 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com and entering code awesome3 Grove: Go to Grove.co/AWESOME and receive a free five piece cleaning set. Plus, get free shipping and a free 60-day VIP trial. Theragun: Try Theragun risk-free for 30 days. Go to theragun.com/AWESOME and get your Gen 4 Theragun today. Thank you to all of our Sorta Awesome sponsors! SHOW NOTES: Bose SoundSport F

Okay listen, we know it's still August! You are managing back-to-school plans and searching for your sunglasses before you head out the door, right? But we also know you love to be a little more in-the-know about what's on-trend for each season, and this week, Meg and Kelly are here to fill you in on all the trends for fall 2020! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: First Leaf: For six bottles of wine at $29.95 and free shipping, go to tryfirstleaf.com/awesome Billie: for 10% off of your new favorite razor, go to mybillie.com/awesome Thank you to all of our Sorta Awesome sponsors! SHOW NOTES: Meg’s AotW: The Argument podcast by The New York Times Kelly’s AotW: Hotouch womens pajama set For complete show notes, go to sortawesomeshow.com/shownotes/ep257 Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.ihe

If the recent news headlines about TikTok have left you wondering what you are missing, or if you magically started seeing Reels in your Instagram feed and have been asking what the heck is going on, this episode is for you! This week, Meg and Rebekah get together to talk about all things TikTok, Instagram Reels, and the future of video in social media. Plus there's brand new TV talk and a life-changing Amazon discovery in Awesome of the Week! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Legacy Box: Go to legacybox.com/AWESOME to get 40% off your first order LinkedIn: Go to linkedin.com/AWESOME and get a $50 credit toward your first job post. Terms and conditions apply. EveryPlate: Get three weeks of EveryPlate meals for only 2.99 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com and entering code awesome3 True Botanicals: Get 15% off your first purchase at truebotanicals.com/awesome Thank you to all of our Sorta Awesome sponsors! SHOW NOTES: Rebekah's AotW: Big Brother Meg’s AotW: The Amazon jumpsuit You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, 

Who doesn't want to be a genius? And if you can be a little, well, lazy about it, isn't that even more awesome? This week, Meg is joined by the one and only Lazy Genius herself, Kendra Adachi! Tune in to hear this conversation which includes Kendra sharing how the Enneagram influenced her journey to being a beloved life hack guru AND she walks Meg through a step-by-step solution to one of her biggest ongoing messes. All of that plus Awesomes of the Week! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Bombas:  Visit bombas.com/awesome and save 20% off your first purchase First Leaf: For six bottles of wine at $29.95 and free shipping, go to tryfirstleaf.com/awesome PlushCare: PlushCare makes it easier than ever to take care of yourself, inside and out. Start your membership today. Go to PlushCare.com/awesome to start your FREE 30-day trial. You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Kendra on Facebook or Instagram or at The Lazy Genius Collective! Order Kendra’s book The Lazy Genius Way, out August 11th. Preorder

You know the friend who always gives the perfect gift on every occasion? Ever wonder how she does it? This week's conversation features Meg and a real-life Awesome-turned-friends story with Julie Tepperman, and Julie is giving us the scoop on how she finds, organizes, and gives great gifts. Get ready for personality talk, practical advice, and lots of inspiration! Plus a lovely lip gloss and all things folklore in Awesome of the Week! Lune and Aster in Bestie folklore The Strategist Uncommon Goods Popchart Lab:  https://popchart.co/ Society6 Amazon's interesting finds page You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

As the entire globe grapples with what a return to workplaces and schools will look like as Quarantine 2020 continues, many of us are grasping for whatever help and support we can find. This week, join Meg and her sister and Sorta Awesome regular Emily as they look at the bigger picture - the need for each of us to have a solid foundation of mental health and wellness to survive and thrive in the months ahead! From practical ways to get out of survival mode to the best mental health apps for your mobile device and more, they share lots of resources for strengthening your mental health, most of which you can do without leaving your home. All of that plus a hot weather beauty must-have and a Netflix must-watch for fans of The Babysitters Club in Awesome of the Week! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! Learn more about your ad-choices

Hey, teens of the 90s! What was THAT like? Many of us who lived out our teenage years in that wild, wild decade of the 1990s are filled with delight and cringe when we think back on those glory days. This week, Meg is joined by co-host Rebekah who unearthed a TEEN Magazine from August 1993. Together, they go peruse the pages and contemplate 90s fashion, celebrate their celebrity crushes, and conquer the ubiquitous teen mag quiz. All of that 90s nostalgia plus a treat-yourself discovery and baby's first favorite in Awesome of the Week! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: First Leaf: For six bottles of wine at $29.95 and free shipping, go to tryfirstleaf.com/awesome Magic Spoon: Go to magicspoon.com/AWESOME to grab a variety pack. Enter promo code AWESOME for free shipping. LinkedIn: Go to linkedin.com/AWESOME and get a $50 credit toward your first job post. Terms and conditions apply. Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebo

Earlier this year, Meg and Kelly revealed some of the things they had discovered that no one ever told them (Ep. 238 Why didn't the tell me?!), and this week, they continue that discussion by sharing even more of the things that they wish they had known. From a practical hack for a summer favorite to pinching your plants to how to know if you are an Asker or a Guesser, they talk about the wisdom that is making life easier and more awesome. PLUS an extended discussion of Hamilton and a summer grilling favorite in Awesome of the Week! Legacy Box: Go to legacybox.com/AWESOME to get 40% off your first order Billie: for 10% off of your new favorite razor, go to mybillie.com/awesome True Botanicals: Get 15% off your first purchase at truebotanicals.com/awesome Don't forget to check out our new daily podcast Awesome Today! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Kelly on her Twitter and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in t

Get ready for talk radio, but make it awesome! Sorta Awesome Media's newest podcast - Awesome Today - is ready to launch, and we are inviting YOU to be part of bringing more awesome to the world. Find Awesome Today in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and wherever you listen to podcasts. Go RIGHT NOW, subscribe, and support the Awesome family by leaving a 5 star rating and review. Hooray for Awesome! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Summer 2020 may be unlike anything we had hoped or planned for, but maybe that gives us an opportunity to rediscover the awesome of summer days of our childhoods. Join Meg as she shares what a variety of friends and Awesomes have said made for incredible summers when they were kids. You might just find yourself inspired to enjoy this summer more than you thought possible! Theragun: Find out why Theragun is changing the lives of Meg AND Kyle! Learn more at theragun.com/awesome Magic Spoon: Go to magicspoon.com/AWESOME to grab a variety pack. Enter promo code AWESOME for free shipping. EveryPlate: Get three weeks of EveryPlate meals for only 2.99 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com and entering code awesome3 Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

We all need a little helpful from time to time, but is the internet the place to find it? This week, Meg is joined by her sister and Sorta Awesome regular Emily Harris, and together they explore some of the most intriguing life hacks from TikTok, YouTube, and more and discuss if these are tips they could, would, or should try! All of that plus some delicious kitchen inspiration and a delightful beach read in Awesome of the Week! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: First Leaf: For six bottles of wine at $29.95 and free shipping, go to tryfirstleaf.com/awesome Billie: for 10% off of your new favorite razor, go to mybillie.com/awesome True Botanicals: Get 15% off your first purchase at truebotanicals.com/awesome Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on Episode 249 and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Bottoms up, Awesomes! This week, we're taking you down the aisles of the liquor store to help you feel more confident in picking just the right bottle of spirits! Join Meg and her husband Kyle as they talk about the history of alcohol, how wine and beer are different from liquor and how they are the same, and they give their picks and recommendations to take to the store with you. Even if you don't drink, this list will give you tons of ideas for buying gifts for the connoisseur in your life! All of that plus a thought-provoking book and a royal listen in Awesome of the Week! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Bombas:  Visit bombas.com/awesome and save 20% off your first purchase LinkedIn: Go to linkedin.com/AWESOME and get a $50 credit toward your first job post. Terms and conditions apply. The Coddling of the American Mind Noble Blood Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sorta

In March 2018, Meg got to visit with race educator Krystle Cobran about how to have conversations with your friends about race. Her words and wisdom are more timely than ever, and we wanted to revisit it with you this week. Krystle's expertise is in creating conversations invite connection and understanding, and you can discover more of her work for individuals or for corporate settings at krystlecobran.com Other recommended listening: Getting Started as a White Ally with Anna Hithersay at Currently Reading 68 Hometown: A conversation about race with LaToyia Brown, Monica Pickens, and Danielle Williams at 10 Things To Tell You Bias series at Smartest Person in the Room Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

We know that our Awesomes are smart, strong, and social, and we know you are exhausted right now, too. Between managing life upheaval in quarantine to listening, learning, and advocating for justice and change, our world feels extremely not awesome right now. But we want to remain true to what our mission has been from the beginnning - helping you find the awesome in the everyday. So when you are ready to take a break, we want to hang out with you! Let's talk about what we have to look forward to in summer 2020! Billie: to get your starter kit for only $9, go to mybillie.com/awesome Legacy Box: Go to legacybox.com/AWESOME to get 40% off your first order Rebekah’s AotW: The Original Makeup Eraser Meg’s AotW: Mockingbird History Lessons on Patreon Rebekah’s Summer List: Holipick Women Tankini Swimsuit with Boyshorts Homemade Jam: What is the Difference Between Cooked Jam and Freezer Jam?  On The Island by Tracy Garvis Graves Dollar Tree Foot Scrubber 24 Hour Challenge for Kids: Rebekah's Instagram Stories Meg’s

Our planet is just over two months into pandemic, quarantine, and all the very un-awesome things that have happened since, and we are all doing our best to make it through these chaotic times. This week, Meg is joined by both Kelly and Rebekah, and together they explore both the unexpected roses that have appeared in their lives during this time as well as the thorns that continue to be prickly. Join them for that conversation along with a fun TV show that you can recreate at home, a delicious recipe, and an app for meditative prayer in Awesome of the Week! Click here for complete show notes for episode 246! Best Fiends: Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play Bombas:  Visit bombas.com/awesome and save 20% off your first purchase First Leaf: For six bottles of wine at $29.95 and free shipping, go to tryfirstleaf.com/awesome Magic Spoon: Go to magicspoon.com/AWESOME to grab a variety pack. Enter promo code AWESOME for free shipping. True Botanicals: Get 15% off your first purchase at t

When was the last time you had a case of full-blown sticker shock? Was that high price tag worth it? This week, Meg and Kelly get together to compare notes on the things they've purchased that were worth every single penny, as well as the items that were big bummers. From the kitchen to the closet and lots of things in-between, they share what splurges were worth it and which ones weren't! Plus drastic social media measures and a fun Netflix binge for YA lovers everywhere in Awesome of the Week! Feeling super? This is the week to make it official! Come join the Super Star Awesomes! Find show notes for episode 245 here Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

If you're like us, you are watching a lot more television these days. And if you are also like us, you might be getting nostalgic for some of your all-time favorite characters, the ones you love so much, you'd want to invite them to a dinner party. This week, Meg and her sister Emily reveal who would land an invite for a party like that, and we want to hear who makes your list, too! All of that plus some great reads in Awesome of the Week! Find all of our link's in this week's show notes. Come join us as a Super Star Awesome Revolution Math: Sign up for a 30 day trial of this INCREDIBLE math-at-home program for just $1! Go to revolutionmath.com and use code AWESOME1 at checkout Honey: Get Honey for free at JoinHoney.com/Awesome Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.co

New microphone in use!; Today is a day; all day playin’ with it; a one web browser kind of man; mediating a contract negation, as a professional hobbyist; reddit inspired - stories of things that can’t be explained  Get access to ALL Sorta Awesome Plus content at patreon.com/sortaawesome Find Sorta Awesome on FB at facebook.com/sortaawesome and on IG @sortaawesomeshow Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

You know what we haven't done in a hot minute? Shared our confessions with the Awesomes! Tune in this week to hear Meg and Rebekah spill some truly cringe-worthy moments and questionable choices. Plus two binge-worthy watches in Awesome of the Week! Find a complete list of show notes here: Episode 243 Become a Super Star Awesome when you join our Patreon community! Thank you, Best Fiends: Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com