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The Knitty Gritty Podcast with Melissa and SusieLearning the Knitty Gritty of Hot Flashes and Cool Topics with Colleen and BridgettPlease welcome the amazing Colleen and Bridgett as they join Melissa and Susie this week!Colleen and Bridgett break the silence and turn up the volume on menopause and midlife experiences with their fantastic podcast, Hot Flashes and Cool Topics! Join our fabulous hosts and special guests as they dive deep into the ups and downs of menopause and the story behind their friendship and business. We've got expert opinions and celebrity guests galore, creating a well-rounded discussion that's both educational and entertaining. From sleep disruptions to hormone therapy options, we fearlessly tackle every topic in between...2023-07-2849 minThe Knitty Gritty Podcast with Melissa and SusieEmbracing Change and Rediscovering Passion with Vicki LarsonWho said age should slow us down?In this episode, we shatter the myth that women lose interest in sex as they age and flip the script on what it means to embrace pleasure. Turns out, some women have never experienced the joy of mind-blowing passion which leads them to perhaps be less interested. We also expose the historical neglect of women's sexual health and throw a spotlight on the slow progress in celebrating women in their prime. We’re not too old to do many things, especially when taking control of...2023-07-1439 minThe Knitty Gritty Podcast with Melissa and Susie12. Inner Beauty Starts with a Good Bra (replay)This bonus week in June brings us a replay of our top episode so far from 2023!Did you know you have to break in a new bra the way you break in new shoes? Melissa and Susie learned so much from this fantastic interview with Lori Kaplan, the Fairy Bra Mother herself!Undergarments are the foundation upon which we build our wardrobes, and Lori Kaplan, affectionately known as The Fairy Bra Mother, has been supplying costume and wardrobe basics to the heavenly bodies on stage and screen for 4 decades. Savvy shoppers know that BraTenders is...2023-06-3048 minThe Knitty Gritty Podcast with Melissa and Susie11. Part 2: Getting to Know the Real Todd BridgesBuckle up for part two! Melissa and Susie are joined by guest Todd Bridges once again for an engaging conversation covering a range of topics. From Todd's love for gaming and his Twitch channel to reminiscing about NBC parties with Melissa, to Gary Coleman's life and legacy, to social media criticism and confronting past mistakes, this episode has it all. Todd also shares his plans for a documentary and a feature film about his life story, aiming to inspire and help people in their journey toward recovery. Trust us, you do not want to miss this epic...2023-06-1623 minThe Knitty Gritty Podcast with Melissa and Susie10. From Little House to Diff’rent Strokes: Todd Bridges Shares His Experiences in Hollywood and His Views on JuneteenthJoin Melissa and Susie in the first of a two-part episode with the incredible Todd Bridges. Get ready to feel all the emotions in this rollercoaster of an interview as Todd shares his experiences as a child actor, his views on Juneteenth, and his hopes for the future. Todd and Melissa reminisce about the powerful episode that left jaws dropping and minds reeling of Little House on the Prairie where Todd guest stars as Solomon. Especially for that time, the episode dives into heavy topics surrounding race, privilege, stereotypes, and more. In th...2023-06-0229 minThe Knitty Gritty Podcast with Melissa and Susie9. Mother's Days Musings with Nicole HaaseGet ready to celebrate the women who raised us, because it's Mother's Day, baby! But let's be real, motherhood isn't all sunshine and rainbows. We've all had our fair share of uncooked macaroni art and Tabasco omelets, am I right? Well, Melissa knows all about it, and she and Susie are joined by the cofounder of Modern Prairie, Nicole Haase, to reminisce about past Mother's Days and share some hilarious stories.We're also talking about the value of self-care and finding fulfillment in our own passions. Because let's face it, we can't pour from an...2023-05-1948 minThe Knitty Gritty Podcast with Melissa and Susie8. Prairie Meals made Ma-dern: a “Wilder” Journey through Food with Erica WidesGet ready to talk cooking with Chef Smarty Pants herself, Erica Wides. Not only can we be thankful for Erica for re-teaching us simple kitchen tricks, but we may also have her to thank for making Melissa who she is today. Erica Wides is a chef, cooking teacher, food media host, and commercial actor. She has been in the food world for almost 30 years and has worked and taught in NYC and in several countries. She's the creator and host of FunnyPeopleMakingFood, a food-comedy mashup series on YouTube, and The Chefsmartypants Academy, a SubStack newsletter...2023-05-0542 minThe Knitty Gritty Podcast with Melissa and Susie7. A Parenting Handbook: How to Be a Parent to Your Adult ChildrenI’m sorry to break it to you… Melissa and Susie have not written a real, available, parenting book but we kind of wish it was! In this episode, Melissa and Susie touch on the struggles of being an empty-nester, teaching children to make good decisions, letting them fail, and the challenges of having adult children living at home. Trust us, the personal stories alone will make you laugh right off your chair. Just ask Susie, who does just that!In this episode, Melissa and Susie talk about:The struggles of as...2023-04-2155 minThe Knitty Gritty Podcast with Melissa and Susie6. Inner Beauty Starts with a Good Bra with Lori KaplanDid you know you have to break in a new bra the way you break in new shoes? Melissa and Susie learned so much from this fantastic interview with Lori Kaplan, the Fairy Bra Mother herself!Undergarments are the foundation upon which we build our wardrobes, and Lori Kaplan, affectionately known as The Fairy Bra Mother, has been supplying costume and wardrobe basics to the heavenly bodies on stage and screen for 4 decades. Savvy shoppers know that BraTenders is the go-to place for solutions for all manner of clothing conundrums, and The Uplifting Experience, their signature bra...2023-04-0747 minThe Knitty Gritty Podcast with Melissa and Susie5. Getting To Know You: Friendships in Your 50sIn this episode, we're getting open, honest, and learning about each other, as we play a game of "getting to know you". So, grab your beverage of choice (we recommend coffee or wine - depending on the time of day) and join us for some good old-fashioned girl talk, complete with friendship bracelets. We'll be talking about everything from our biggest fears to our first kisses. And, of course, we'll be diving deep into the topic of friendships - the good, the bad, and the ugly. Not to mention, Susie shares more about her megalohydrothalassophobia wi...2023-03-2437 minThe Knitty Gritty Podcast with Melissa and Susie4. Being One of a Kind with April CornellJoin Melissa and Susie as they welcome their first official guest to the Knitty Gritty Podcast! April Cornell is an artist and entrepreneur, whose inspired designs lie at the heart of what she does. Born in Montreal, Canada to parents from Nova Scotia, she is one of four children. April is the proud mother of three sons (and two granddaughters!) who currently lives in Burlington, Vermont on the cozy shores of Lake Champlain. April's wondrous blend of romantic florals and bohemian style can be traced to the places she loves most - from...2023-03-1041 minThe Knitty Gritty Podcast with Melissa and Susie3. A Spin on Love Languages and How To Love OurselvesHave you ever heard of the five love languages? You know, the ones that explain how we give and receive love to others? Well, what if we applied those same love languages to the way we show love to ourselves? Mind blown!As parents, we are constantly telling our kids to love themselves and be confident, but do we take our own advice? Nope, we suck at it. That's why Melissa and Susie are here to help us change that. Well, at least think about changing that. Get ready to learn about the importance of s...2023-02-2440 minThe Knitty Gritty Podcast with Melissa and Susie2. Let's Talk About Galentine's DayLove is in the air! Well, at least it is in this hilarious episode where Melissa and Susie talk about why they prefer Galentine's Day over Valentine's Day. Why is there not a Best Friend Day anyway? But in all seriousness, why does it get harder to make friends the older we get? Maybe it's time to get down to the knitty gritty and get real about friendships and how they impact our lives. In this episode:Listen to Melissa and Susie's thoughts all about Galentine's Day and their plea to bring b...2023-02-1045 min
The Knitty Gritty Podcast with Melissa and Susie1. Getting into the Knitty GrittyFrom setting intentions for 2023 to the time Melissa spent the holidays with The Village People, this episode is full of fun surprises! Join Melissa and Susie in their first official episode of The Knitty Gritty Podcast as they share their holiday recaps, play games, and share their words of the year! In this episode:Listen to Melissa and Susie's real (and hilarious) thoughts about their holiday adventures and which holiday song was not missed this past year Learn why Melissa and Susie prefer words of the year instead of...2023-01-1345 minThe Knitty Gritty Podcast with Melissa and SusieWelcome! Let's Get to Know One AnotherAre you ready to get down to the knitty gritty? Join our hosts Melissa Gilbert and Susie Shubert as they discuss the challenges of aging gratefully. Melissa and Susie want to create an open space for women in their "third phase of life", because sometimes society pigeonholes us into either being the "cute little old ladies" or "mean Mrs. Gulch." Women are just so much more than that and it is time to talk about it! Listen to this episode to hear: How they are creating a community w...2023-01-1320 minThe Knitty Gritty Podcast with Melissa and SusieThe Knitty Gritty TrailerAre you ready to get down to the ‘knitty gritty’ with some real conversation? Join Melissa Gilbert and Susie Shubert as they talk about all the good things and the wisdom and freedom that come with growing older. Okay, they may touch on some of the bad… and quite possibly the down-right ugly…after all, knit happens. No matter what–aging gratefully, unapologetically, with laughter, and celebrating it together is what matters most. Tune in, get inspired, and feel like you’re having the best heart-to-heart with good friends. It’s time to celebrate, share stories, and keep learning a...2022-12-1400 min