It's a silly thang, but it's a thang. 

It's swimsuit season, fun in the sun season, Mental Health Awareness Month and time for your mammogram my lovelies. Isn't funny where the topic of swimsuits can take us? Straight to your bikini line/butthole hair situation if you aren't careful. We got you per usual. Let's walk and talk (or whatever important thing you're up to today) Let's do it together!!!!

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Babe Broth, Simmer Pot- these are endearing terms for the process of the slow build in the company of women. Join us on this episode to talk about Christa's evolving business and the art of simmering. 

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All things Mom, Mother, Madre, Mama. 

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It's been a minute since we checked in on this essential segment. So, we dedicated a whole episode to reminding ourselves of all the good and all the pleasure in the simple things. What are you adoring right now? Tell us immediately (TMI). 

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The energy you put into your home. It's personal, season, cyclical. Holly is knee deep in a remodel and Christa is tending to the flock inside her home. Each of us (and you) are in different phases of investing energy into our homes, we hope this one meets you where you're at, no matter where that is. xoxo always, H&C

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Join us as we celebrate our notoriety and it's not quite what we expected, but we'll take it! This is a question worth asking! Not what do you do- but what do you want to be known for?? We're sitting with this one for a bit, you're welcome to join us🌹

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Oh hi friends, today's episode is a sweet little reflection on what life sends our way. Sometimes the medicine needs a spoonful of sugar, and sometimes it's just bitter as hell. We're all getting the medicine. Hopefully that helps it go down a little sweeter. In it with you❤️

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What do you get when you cross an April Fool's joke and a piercing needle??? 

You get this episode. 

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This is NOT a shame fest of starting and stopping. We are digging into what we learn when we find something that works but then BECAUSE it works, we stop. 

See how we did that? It's a funny feedback loop. We take action when something isn't working, but what happens when something does work?? Is positive reinforcement enough to keep us diligent, intuitive, flowy, or disciplined? 

No answers here of course, but we do have some strategies like spot checks, toothpaste tube encounters and the simple motto "live and learn." Every day we live we are learning that's for sure. xoxo love ya babes

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We're doing a follow up on our friend Rebecca and the 50th Birthday party she planned for herself. This one is good. We also call on our AI advisor to help another friend who has felt tentative about planning her party, come up with some strategies to move past the hesitation. This is pure fun. Please please please tell us about a time you planned your own party! 

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We let the cards guide this discussion and there's something so good about going off the cuff and not knowing what the cards will ask us to consider. We hope you enjoy this as much as we did! 

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You know the feeling...you're going about your business and then *kabang* it hits you that you missed a meeting. Or you missed something important- swap out meeting for whatever fits your life these days. 

It can trigger an onslaught of biological response-slight panic, fumbling around trying to make contact with whoever you stood up, the negative self-talk reprimanding yourself for such an oversight. It's a lot. 

Today we're talking ourselves through it and giving permission to have a different response. One that simply acknowledges we're human, fallible, and forgivable. And maybe it's a signal that there are a few too many balls in your arms (you know how much we like ball talk😉). Whatever it is we hope you can take it a little easier and frolic over dark waters like the goddess in our tarot card. You are a badass mother and nothing can touch you when you're frolicking. Get to it❤️

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So many valuable life lessons have been learned in a gym. From honing your gut instinct to accepting assistance when you really need it- the gym serves it up. 

Seriously though, I've been traveling this week, and I've been popping into a gym as a way to stay balanced while out of my normal routine. It's funny how comforting and familiar the smells of the gym can become. We've talked about third spaces before, and the gym can certainly serve as a third space- not home, not work- but another space. A friend texted to check on me this week because she hasn't seen me at the gym. There's a unique connection in the gym space once you get to know the people who frequent there. However, you go about it- let's stay strong and nimble and keep learning life lessons while we keep these bodies moving. xoxo 

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We love the Olympics and all that love got us thinking- why aren't there Olympics for the later in life folks?? Sign us up! We'll need some absorbent diapers and pelvic floor support but we're eager and determined. 

Let yourself be inspired and emotional with the athletes, parents and Snoop Dog. It's just too good to only happen every 4 years.... we're sad it will end already. 

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Our nipples are tingling over this one babes. 

But for real, do we really need to explain why boosting the love hormone might be a good strategy these days? We think stimulating the cuddle chemical might rise to the top, right up there with "eat your protein". 

And also, there are real reasons your oxytocin levels might be throwing you under the bus and then suddenly you notice how loud your partner chews his/her food in your ear every stinking day and it makes you want to throw your plate across the kitchen  (we may have heard about this from more than one listener) or that might just be us;)

We Adore the Hell Outta you gang. Go get your cuddle on, masturbate, pet the pooch, or just take a warm bath and rub oil on your body. We've got options here. 

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In a season of life when heaps of shit are being thrown at us from all directions- we're contemplating what it means to hold it all lightly. Balancing responsibility with self-preservation, the art of the volley is worth considering. 

The sphere is prominent in this episode, and we find it helpful because they are soft and at the same time, they are strong as hell, resilient beyond belief and can withstand excessive pressure but bounce back to their (mostly) original shape. Find an orb and put it somewhere visible to you to remind yourself that we are a collective circle and we're strong. 

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There are a lot of life analogies that can be found on the ski hill. We found another one- the smooth white icy patches that catch you off guard, send you sailing, have you white knuckling your way through life. This is a balm for those without the answers right now❤️

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Credit to my son for that title! 

Ok, we're currently feeling fried about the state of the country sooooo we're throwing something fun and exhilarating to counteract the urge to retreat in fear. Get out there and throw your arms to the wind, it's time to ride!!!

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It's time to partaaaaaay. And we're throwing our own party. In today's episode we tease out the discomfort and the opportunity that can come from tooting your own horn. And in 2026 we're calling for more of this! Take your bold authority and plan yourself the party, potluck, or night on the town that you've always wanted. Make it all yours, request the songs, say no, insist on the chocolate cake... you get the point🎂🎉 We're joined in this episode by Rebecca Ballantyne and somehow in the process we don't actually introduce her. She's in the middle of planning her 50th bday party and her wisdom is priceless. Thanks Reba❤️and we can't wait to party with you. 

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We're back at it but we're easing in and we hope you can too. How do we take breaks? Why are breaks important? We're breaking it down bit by juicy, drippy, bit. Actually, it's not juicy, I mean it's not sexy juicy. It's reality. But let's go easy huh? My dear friend recently purchased a hat that says "Rawdoggin Reality" and we hope that's not the vibe for your reentry😳. 

We pulled two cards from a gorgeous, stunning, powerful deck created by Missoula artist Eight Coins' Astrology Oracle. You can follow the artist on their website or on Instagram @eight.coins

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MWAH, now get out of here you dirty little biscuit. 

We're kissing 2025 goodbye and sharing our approach to entering a new year. We like to claim a bold word for the year, something to hold on to as we move through the inevitable complexities of life. What we know tho: what you think you're setting out to do/be/become/undo will likely take you somewhere totally unexpected and you will probably be better for it in the long run but it might not feel great while its happppppennnnnning. We're here for all of it so don't you worry. Whatever comes will come and then it will pass. xoxox I Adore the Hell Outta You no matter what. 

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All things beloved (and cursed) about the magical time of year we call Christmas. Laughter is a balm,  and we're serving up a nice juicy one to get you relaxed and, in the mood,...  In the mood for what is what we really want to know🤣 Tell us how your holiday goes- send us Fan Mail, shoot us an email iadorethehellouttayou@gmail.com 

Tell us all about your marshmallow world ❤️

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"Because when you make people laugh, you make people listen"

We're thrilled to have Lynn Harris, CEO of Gold Comedy on the pod this week. Our conversation is a lesson in life-hacks because there is power in making people laugh, putting yourself out there over and over again, learning to fail safely, and creating the will to do it again. 

This is GOOD shit. Life shit. 

Check out Gold Comedy. 

One of our favorite skits: https://youtu.be/qIuuv2VrgNQ

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We're embracing the dark, not always willingly, but that's how it goes right?! 

In this season of darkness, we not editing out pauses on purpose. We're leaving them in because it's the season of slow(er) when it comes to shadow work. This shit doesn't happen fast, it isn't always pretty or pleasant, but it is necessary medicine. 

Instead of turning away from the shadow or trying to hide the struggle, we're walking with you right through it. Can't go under it. Can't go over it. Can't go around it. Gotta go through it. And through it we shall go🔦

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"I'm good". It rolls off the tongues of many teenagers so easily, so nonchalantly. We're learning from the kids how easy it can be to say no. Gosh they're smart and maybe they're on to something here😉. They usually are. 

Instead of being frustrated by the phrase we're going to claim it for our own. It's a pleasant and complete way of saying no- details not required. "I like what I like" is a quirky companion to "I'm good" - they both lead us to the conclusion that this isn't our first rodeo and we're taking this baby by the reigns. Giddyap 🐎

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🦃🥧You can really sink your teeth into this episode. It's juicy, it's salacious, it will get your giggle going.  Please, just let your hair down (all your hair) and ease into the feasting spirit.  Whatever is on your plate will be more palatable with our hot takes on pubic hair, vaginal cream, clunky sex, and queefing like the queen you are👑

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What would you do if no one was watching?

This week, we’re wading into the wild waters of playful inhibition, and the art of not taking ourselves too seriously. What if?? What might happen?? 

We're dropping truth bombs about what really happens when no one is watching us. Turns out its more like a confessional than a vision board... 

And if you don't have the Chani app yet, what are you waiting for???? Get it Here

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This one really hit home! Is it control, is it fear, is it all an illusion anyway??!!! 

We're processing out loud and our inner werewolves are howling (again) as we wrestle with the illusion of control and what's at stake when we surrender. Is it a silver bullet solution or certain death? It can be hard to tell sometimes. 

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✨ In this episode:

We're digging into what it really means to live in alignment with your values. Are you walking your talk? Or drifting a little off course? Think of this episode as a cozy fall check-in for your inner bowling lane — if you're feeling 'in the gutter' maybe your ball is just off course?? We're full of bad analogies but the conversation is a good one. It's worth taking inventory- what's important to you? What is no longer as important to you as it once was? What small actions can we take to prioritize our values through action? 

🎴 Here's the deck we used in the show Live Your Values Deck 

💬 Tarot Pull: The Nine of Wands — a reminder to check in, set boundaries, and find what's most important to you.

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Get ready to howl and curse.... This week, we dive headfirst into our alter egos, past lives, and the personas that help us explore who we really are. We try on a lot of different "outfits" in this episode, but ultimately, we keep coming back to the most cozy and comfy ones, our tried-and-true selves. 

It's that time of year when we have the opportunity to put on a costume and play with a new persona. Who do you want to channel while the veil is thin? We share our experiences as Vikings, space cowboys, prom queens and lumberjacks. It's a mixed bag. 

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This is so fun!! Listen in while we deconstruct the competition weekend and reflect on how letting people in on the journey made all the difference. But that can be easier said than done... We talk about all of it in this episode. 

We wanna know - how can you let someone in on something that you're up to? 

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What’s working, what’s not, and how the hell do we decide??

In this episode, Christa and Holly ride the seasonal shift into a conversation about energetic clutter, routine evaluation, and choosing change — with intention. This isn’t your typical fall cleaning advice. It’s a call to pause, reflect, and make space. Whether it’s an overstuffed calendar, cereal bowls full of milk, or emotional weight we didn’t ask to carry — we’re breaking it down and clearing it out.

Pulling inspiration from the Empress tarot card and current astrological themes, we talk about the daily resistance signals our bodies give us, the difference between meaningful routines and automatic ones, and why discernment might just be the word of the season.

💫 Inside this episode:

• The Empress tarot card and what it says about starting from enoughness
• Signs your daily routine isn’t working — and how to tell
• Getting honest about energy drainers and how they could look different
• Cleaning closets, boxes of mementos, emotional clutter, and abandoned cereal bowls left on the counter
• Why persistence in change is the real win
• A “Listen, Bitch” truth bomb session

🧼✨ Reminder: Don’t change everything at once. Start with one drawer. One bowl. One “no thanks.”

As Always, 

We Adore the Hell Outta You

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This episode is just a darn good time. There's not much else to say about that... We're reclaiming TMI and implore you to tell us and each other immediately EVERYTHING you might want to know. Seriously, why hold back??

We're not talking about the weather here people. We're talking about what's in your closet, what's bringing you pleasure, what's got you feeling like shit? We want to know it all, and we want to hear about it immediately. Especially if you feel embarrassed or ashamed about it. Let's just get down to the real stuff as soon as possible. It's a secret sauce, let's bottle it up! 

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 In this episode of I Adore the Hell Outta You, we explore what it means to “white knuckle” through uncertainty — gripping tightly in the face of fear and uncertainty. We're feeling it big time and we're asking our bodies to loosen the grip and chill the hell out.  Come along for the ride if you feel called to melt into something simple and real. No drama please.

If you’ve been feeling maxed out, holding on too tight, or preparing for the next big shock, this conversation is an invitation to exhale. Let’s move from white knuckles to soft + cozy + comfort + whatever reminds you that we're taken care of — together.

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This week, we’re talking about resistance—not the epic fight-the-fascists kind (though, always), but the subtle, sneaky kind that shows up in the mundane. You know, like avoiding a phone call, ignoring the to-do list, or sigh resenting your houseplants.

In this episode, we explore how resistance is a signal. A signal that something feels too heavy, too fast, too much. From missed calls to maternal guilt, from packed schedules to prowling inner tigers, we unpack how resistance lives in the body, how it can help us clarify our boundaries, and how it might just have something important to say (Listen Bitch...) 

We also pull a Tarot card that helps us reflect on what happens when we integrate the wild and darker aspects of ourselves—those parts we usually resist the most.

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In this bold and honest episode, Christa and Holly dig into a question so many women ask themselves—“Am I too much?” We explore the double binds of expression and shame, the tension between freedom and societal expectation, and the weird space we land in as we age—where we feel more ourselves than ever, but are also met with louder external judgments.

We reflect on surrender, presence, and the audacity to express joy, creativity, and sexuality—especially in a culture that polices aging women. They unpack social media cruelty, teenage eye-rolls, bodily autonomy, white dresses at summer concerts, stage-ready glutes, and creative self-ownership in midlife.

It’s not just about earrings, outfits, or estrogen cream leaks at the gym—it's about reclaiming joy and showing up anyway.

Reminder: If you've ever thought "Am I too much?", just ask—too much for what?

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In this juicy episode, we welcome our very first guest—Tara from FMC Books in Missoula, Montana! Tara is the bold, brilliant owner of a romance bookstore that’s so much more than spicy stories (although there’s plenty of that, too). We talk about the power of third spaces, community-building through book clubs, smut as a tool for self-knowledge and pleasure, and how romance novels help us better understand what we want—in and out of the bedroom.

We're in our 'cowboy era' and we think you might like to ride that pony too, but there's something for every fantasy.  FMC is building something radical, hilarious, and deeply healing. Don't delay, slide into a good book, Tara and team are there to help you find just what you're looking for. Support a locally owned, female main character bookstore!!

🔥📖FMC Books | Romance-Focused Bookstore Empowering Everyone

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This week's episode is so dang fun. As we wind down Summer and step into our new routines and life adventures, we set this week aside for pure joy. Just a good ol fashioned catch up. Grab a cup of coffee or your diet coke and strap on your favorite listening device as we catch up and crack up. 

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This week, we’re not just raising our eyebrows—we're raising questions about what deserves our energy. Whether it's showering less, fielding social media comments, or thinking less about getting it "right" we’re talking about what it really means to let it go. And if you were unsure before, in this episode we keep landing on direct communication for the win.  

We’re also debuting our new segment: "Listen, Bitch," featuring one sticky note of truth you didn’t know you needed—this week’s? Yard sale patriarchy, we’re coming for you. 🛍️💥

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A softcore spiral, but make it funny.

 In this episode, Christa and Holly tackle all the things that make us go “hmm…” — from thirst traps and algorithmic surprises to camel toe tech and hiding your Pornhub history from your kid.

We’re talking about pleasure, shame, playfulness, and how even the most cringe moments are often just… hilarious and human. This one’s NSFW (Not Safe For Work- I had to look it up), tender in unexpected ways, and a reminder that the playful 12-year-old inside deserves a seat at this table. You’ve been invited and dinner is served.

Favorite things making us go hmm🤨

Camel toe proof thongs 🐫

Gym wear that makes your butt look🔥

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In this episode, we're diving into the stories we’ve told ourselves — and the ones we’re rewriting. We're talking about the things we thought we couldn’t do, shouldn’t do, or never wanted to do… and how that changed.

We're flipping the script of our self-imposed limitations and we invite you to do the same.  

💭 What’s something you thought you couldn’t do... but did? And what did you learn in the process? 

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Some smells, songs, and stories can time-travel you straight into your past. In this episode, we dive deep into the bittersweet magic of nostalgia — and how it revisits us when we least expect it. 

We explore:
 📼 How the past sneaks up on us
 🎶 Why a song and a cloud formation can bring you to tears
 🌀 The tension between longing and moving on
 📚 The stories we tell ourselves — and the ones we leave out

Whether you’re knee-deep in memory boxes or wondering why your high school crush just popped up in a dream, this one’s for you. We reference the science of nostalgia and it's fascinating! 

🎧 Tune in and feel it all.

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This week, we're talking about what happens when your best intentions smash face-first into real life. You had the vision, the plan, the map—then… a curveball. In this episode, Christa and Holly talk about the emotional (and physical!) whiplash of planning and attempting to be intentional and having it bite you in the ass 🪰. We adventure for many reasons, and this episode reminds us that we're rarely in charge of the outcome but how you respond is where all the juicy stuff happens. 

Grab your headphones and let’s reframe what it means to move forward when the universe is serving humble pie.

Get our list of backpacking essentials and tell us your favorite creature comforts and essentials! 

🎧 PS: The vibe is “emotional support podcast with jokes.” You’re safe here.

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In Episode 7 of I Adore the Hell Outta You, we dive headfirst into the delicious disorientation of midlife. From restlessness and unexpected quiet to shedding stale identities and rediscovering long-lost dreams (hello, Peace Corps fantasy), we explore what it means to stand at the edge of what’s next—and jump or not. We read the tarot (Death card, of course), confess our love for things we're currently adoring, and pitch our most unhinged retreat idea yet (nude bushwhacking, anyone?). With humor, honesty, and curiosity, we invite you to wander with us into the weird, wild terrain of midlife milestones.

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This week, we're talking growth edges—those thrilling, awkward, sweaty little moments where you stretch into something new. From Christa’s bodybuilding posing clinic to Holly’s solo nude yoga retreat, we’re dishing on what it feels like to say yes to discomfort and expansion. We get vulnerable about trying new things, needing community, and why Facebook feels like the final frontier.

Also featuring: friend first dates, camel toe mishaps, and a tarot card that made us tear up. We're diving into trying new things and why it feels so weird and totally worth it. 

💌 Share it with someone who needs a little push to leap. https://affable-band-21466.myflodesk.com/arsu8zsv7a

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Welcome to a full-bodied episode where laughter meets your pelvic floor and themes on aging meets pickled cucumber. In this one, we ask: Is this real life? 

From the magic of middle-of-the-night colonoscopy prep to unexpected moments of childlike joy and full-grown awkwardness, Christa and Holly weave together the hilarious, the humbling, and the heartfelt. It’s aging, parenting, pelvic floor pain, and roadside mishaps—but also coffee with your parents, jazz in the grass, and the radical tenderness of summer care.

✨ Tarot Pull: Nine of Pentacles — abundance, intention, inheritance, and the gifts of tending to your life
 ✨ Themes:  Awkward doctor appointments, setting intentions for family visits, when you get what you didn't know you need, summer magic, family roles, and nurturing the body
 ✨ Cancer season is here: Tune into tenderness, care, and connection
 ✨ Vibe: Laughter, reflection, and a little vaginal physical therapy

What We’re Adoring:

• 🥒 Pickled cucumbers and onions on everything
• 🎧 Jenna Kutcher’s Goal Digger podcast
• 🧢 A sleek new running backpack
• 🎁 Betty’s Divine Boxes (aka Missoula magic in a bag)
• 💦 River dips, jazz concerts, and surprise giggles

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In this episode, we take affirmation eye rolls and apply this strategy to real life. From post-it notes on the mirror to Flintstone theme songs hummed mid-boulder field, we’re diving deep into the weird, wonderful ways we coach ourselves through fear, risk, and midlife adventures. You’ll hear stories of ski hill tumbles, bear spray mishaps, and the tiny truths we repeat to get out the damn door. Whether you cringe at the word “affirmation” or cling to them like a lifeline, this one’s for you.

We’re whispering back to a world screaming “do more, be more” with a simple truth:
 ✨ You’re already enough. And you look damn fine doing it.

If you want to give it a try, sign up for our free 5-day affirmation series. Bite sized love notes with encouragement, humor, and truth- sent directly to your inbox. Give it a shot! 

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Welcome to our most salacious episode yet.

In this spicy, soulful, and totally real conversation, Christa and Holly dive headfirst into the buzz around Gen X women and midlife sex in the media and in bed. From tarot pulls to fairy porn, new dick to deep love, and spontaneous orgasms to frownies (yes, really), this episode explores what it means to embrace desire, identity, and embodiment in your 40s and beyond.

Inspired by recent articles from The New York Times and The Gloria, the hosts reflect on the Gen X sexual revolution—and ask whether it’s a real evolution or just a fantasy sold back to us with retinol.

Spoiler: it’s both.

Whether you’re having the best sex of your life, opting out altogether, or just wondering where your libido wandered off to, this episode holds space for all of it—with laughter, honesty, and a whole lot of curiosity.

Things We Adore

Instagram Shenanigans: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLSHhi5upyJ/?igsh=MWswZ21qbmh4aXdhcA==

Frownies: Frownies | The Original Wrinkle Patch 

Articles Cited: 

“Why Gen X Women Are Having the Best Sex of Their Lives” – NYT, Feb 2025

“Midlife Doesn’t Have to Be a Crisis” – Hello Gloria, April 2025

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🎧 Episode 2: Seriously, Why Is This So Hard?
Ever been totally paralyzed by a task or decision (big or small!!) Yeah, us too.

In this episode, we’re talking about the weird, sneaky kind of hard — the everyday stuff that can sneak in and steal your vibe. From "failed" family vacations and filing government paperwork to marketing ourselves and choosing our pleasures, we explore why seemingly simple things can drop us like drinking on a weeknight.

We unpack what’s underneath the resistance, the overthinking, the stuck-ness — and how trusting your intuition doesn’t always feel like ease. All we can do is laugh about it sometimes, let's commiserate.

Highlights include:
✨ Trusting your gut when your brain is panicking
✨ The 5-minute task that haunted Holly’s inbox for 3 months
✨ Christa’s internal debate about being too salacious
✨ NYT Cooking app, podcasts, and Florence Welch’s lyrical truth bombs
✨ And a PSA about tick season and Costco shopping on a weekend, obviously

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🎙️ Episode 1: Things That Grow (Oops, It Grew Again)
Welcome to the very first episode of I Adore the Hell Outta You — the podcast where two longtime friends get real about life, womanhood, growing bodies, growing kids, and the weird, funny, and deeply tender moments in between.

In this episode, we kick things off with a tarot pull from our favorite deck — the Spirit of Pentacles — and talk about what it means to begin something new while honoring where we've been. Think: endings, beginnings, and the glorious mess in the middle.

We dig into growth in all its forms:
 🍑 From one host’s journey as a 47-year-old amateur bodybuilder trying to grow a “dumpy” (yes, we go there — and yes, it includes taco crotch and pants that no longer fit)…
 💇‍♀️ To the other’s reflections on hair as identity, middle school awkwardness, and why that tragic perm in seventh grade still deserves some love.
 🌱 We also explore the concept of growing out of things — ideas, pants, habits, even parenting phases — and how growth sometimes comes with unexpected discomfort, but also unexpected joy.

Segments include:

• Oops, I Did It Again: Tales of embarrassment, minor disasters, and the moments we’d usually try to hide.
• I Adore the Hell Outta This: A roundup of what we’re currently obsessed with — from lava lamps and astrology apps to life-changing pillows and collaborative Spotify playlists.
• Plus, a whole lot of laughter, honesty, and the kind of banter that feels like you’re sitting with your best friend on the couch, drink in hand.

We adore the hell outta you already — and we’d love to hear from you. Got a story about something that’s growing (or growing out of control)? Something you adore or totally botched? Email us! Details in the show notes.

So grab your headphones, pull your tarot card, and press play — let’s grow together. 💫

Christa's playlist on Spotify

Our favorite Tarot deck

Holly's pillow 

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