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Wine A Little, Laugh A LotThe Tinder ExperienceRemember us challenging ourselves to get back on Tinder? Well, on today’s episode we finally share an update on our Tinder Experience! After re-downloading the app and we discuss our experience in finding some matches this time around. We share our thoughts on what seems the same about the app since the last time we swiped, along with some surprising changes. We talk about what we like to see in a potential match's profile vs. what is an immediate no. Obviously, we close out the episode with our latest man of the hour - straight from Tinder!2022-06-151h 19Wine A Little, Laugh A LotSoft Girl Summer...And The Living Is EasyOn today's episode we chat about our new approach to life in leaning away from hustle-culture and into living easy. We discuss what's brought us to this newfound take on life, how we want to embrace it from now on, and how burn-out has had an effect on our lives. To close-out the episode, we share a man of the hour - which, of course, does not help in our quest to a soft girl summer. 2022-06-011h 07Wine A Little, Laugh A LotYou’re Too Pretty to Poison feat. Leah BowensAfter watching the HBOMax docuseries “Not So Pretty” we were inspired to deep dive into all things clean. We bring back one of our favorite guests to discuss our journeys to transition to cleaner lifestyles. From skin care to cleaning products, we share the ugly truth on what we learned and the steps we are taking in our everyday lives to live cleaner lives. There are some things we can’t quit - in Shannon’s case: bleach - but we share our tips, tricks and favorite products.Learn more about supporting safer beauty for all:Safer...2022-05-181h 29Wine A Little, Laugh A LotLet's Be Blunt feat. Sydney WillsOn this episode we deep dive into all things cannabis related with a special guest, Sydney Wills. We discuss the stigmas and negative social implications often associated with the drug, along with the health benefits and positive effects it can have on the body & mind. We chat about own own perceptions of cannabis usage, the ambiguous legality around it, and Sydney shares some of her favorite cannabis products. 2022-05-041h 16Wine A Little, Laugh A LotDating Apps: Are They Even Worth It Anymore?Is it us or are the dating apps even worse these days? On today's episode we chat about our recent reemergence back on to the dating app scene. TBH the outlook seems bleak, but we're still trying to give it our all. We discuss our approaches to the apps, our trials & tribulations, and our opinions on meeting someone "in the wild" vs. online. And of course, the episode wouldn't be complete without a man of the hour! 2022-04-201h 28Wine A Little, Laugh A LotBingeworthy BreakdownSPOILER ALERT! On today's episode we give you a full episode of us recapping some popular shows that are streaming right now. We deep dive into Euphoria (8:50), Inventing Anna (35:12) - and of course, Love is Blind Season 2 (52:52). These shows are all completely different, but captivated us all the same. We discuss the characters, the plot lines and our thoughts on how the shows wrapped up. This breakdown contains spoilers of each series latest episode, so if you aren't fully caught up - proceed with caution!2022-03-231h 19Wine A Little, Laugh A LotHow Did You Know: How To Enjoy Your Own Company?"Being alone forms a part of our life that doesn’t make it through our highlights. We don’t see it being shown off on our Instagram posts or Twitter threads. It is not seen as a feature to be proud of, but neither as a mental illness that must be treated. It’s seen as a fact that just is."On today's episode we bring you our latest segment in our "How Did You Know?" series. We chat about the difference between being alone vs. being lonely and how we both have come to appreciate our alone...2022-03-091h 17Wine A Little, Laugh A LotBlack History Is American HistoryBlack History Month is a month to celebrate the accomplishments and the history of Black people - without forgetting the unjust treatment of Black people throughout history, as well as systemic injustices that continue to persist today. In today's episode we discuss Black History Month - what it means to us, how our understanding has evolved as we have gotten older, and how we commemorate each year. Not only do we share our perspectives, but we were lucky enough to have some of our closest family and friends weigh in too! As Angela Davis said, "we have to talk a...2022-02-231h 31Wine A Little, Laugh A LotExes & OhsValentine’s Day, yay or nay? On this week's episode we talk all things V-Day - from Galentine’s celebrations to pressures around having plans with a valentine. We rank some classic rom-coms for Valentine’s Day viewing and chat about how we’re celebrating, or not, this year. In the spirit of the holiday, we close out with a man of the honor like no other!2022-02-091h 19Wine A Little, Laugh A LotAnd Just Like That...We Are BackWe're back and better than ever for season two! Upon our return from "winter break", we recap how we spent our holidays and the past couple of months - spoiler alert: it involves a lot of tv. We deep dive into the Sex and the City reboot 'And Just Like That' and how, in our opinion, the show hasn't aged well. It wouldn't be an episode without spotlighting a new man of the hour. Grab your glass and join us as we begin season two!2022-01-271h 15Wine A Little, Laugh A LotSeason One: DoneWe made it through our first season! In our final episode of season one we take a look back on the past year in our personal lives, as well as the podcast. We share our proudest moments, most embarrassing moments, and everything in between. We reminisce on the guests that have joined us along the way and what each of them taught us. We started this podcast as a safe space to us to talk about everything going on in our lives and the world - and we thank you for joining us along the ride. We can't wait to be...2021-11-241h 51Wine A Little, Laugh A Lot100% That BachOn this week's episode we discuss ALL things bachelorette parties. Over the years, the bride's last hurrah has evolved from a simple night out with your closest friends to destination getaways. We've each been to our fair share of bachelorette parties over the years, so discuss our memories, share some funny stories, and share some tips for surviving bachelorette parties in your 30s. We each share what our ideal future bachelorette parties and as always close out the episode with our latest man of the hour.2021-11-171h 00Wine A Little, Laugh A LotLet's Talk About Perspective feat. Phil LockhartThis week we welcome our first ever male guest, Phil Lockhart, to discuss his newly gained perspective from helping to raise his niece. We chat about empathy & perspective in terms of race, gender, sexual orientation & so much more. We reflect on encounters & situations in the past that have helped us see the world through someone else’s eyes - and how we hope more people in the world can have similar experiences to help make the world a better place. As always, we end the episode with a man of the hour!2021-11-101h 50Wine A Little, Laugh A LotHow Did You Know: It Wasn’t Worth Your Time?“If you love life, don’t waste time, for time is what life is made up of”. - Bruce LeeWe're back this week with another “How did you know?” segment! In today’s episode we talk about how we knew so many different things weren’t worth our time. Regardless of it's a romantic relationship, a friendship, or even a conversation - time is precious and we stand by the fact that you shouldn't waste time on things that drain you. We look back - and laugh - at times when we finally realized certain people or situations...2021-11-0359 minWine A Little, Laugh A LotSo You’re Having A Baby? ft. Alyse PironeOh baby, oh baby! We are joined by one of our close friends on today’s episodes to discuss being a first time expectant mom. Alyse chats with us about what life has been like with her first baby on the way. We talk about how her body has changed during pregnancy and what she has done to accept that. We dive into the struggle of receiving unsolicited advice, not comparing our journeys to others around us - or on social media - and how to prepare for bringing home your new baby. We discuss old wives tales and ma...2021-10-271h 06Wine A Little, Laugh A LotFrom Top 8 to Close FriendsFacebook, Instagram and WhatsApp were recently down and to some it may have felt like the world was ending. In today’s episode we take a walk down social media lane and talk about how it has evolved from the early days of MySpace & Xanga to Instagram & TikTok. While many things have changed, at the end of the day - it's all still very much the same. MySpace's "Top 8" has turned into Instagram's "Close Friends", while adding your location to your AIM profiles has turned into tagging locations in your Instagram stories. We laugh about our first screen names and th...2021-10-201h 04Wine A Little, Laugh A LotIt’s My Party & I’ll Cry If I Want To"The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate". - Oprah WinfreyGo shawty, it’s your birthday! With us both recently celebrating birthdays, it seemed like the perfect time to chat all about celebrating another trip around the sun! We discuss some of our favorite birthday memories of the past - sleepovers, haunted corn mazes, and bar crawls - and how we enjoy celebrating each year. We touch on how our birthdays have changed as we got older and what is truly important to us when it comes to ce...2021-10-131h 09Wine A Little, Laugh A LotHey Boss Babe!Have you ever received an unassuming “hey hun!” DM from a long forgotten "friend"? Join the club. We all kind of know that Multi Level Marketing companies are scams. You may have seen a friend posting on Facebook about skincare they have for sale or even see people talking about starting their own empire and retiring early. But you probably don’t know anyone who has actually gotten rich from - or even found a reliable side hustle in - companies like LuLaRoe, Mary Kay or Beachbody. And yet, despite this reality, they persist. In today’s episode w...2021-10-061h 19Wine A Little, Laugh A LotA Trip Down Britney Lane ft. Sam Jacobsen"She is more than a celebrity. She is a cultural touchstone."Our resident pop culture enthusiast, Sam, joins us for her second podcast experience as we discuss all things Britney Spears. As Britney's legal battles make news once again, there continue to be tons of controversy surrounding the princess of pop and the details of the conservatorship she has been under for the past 13 years. We discuss our perspectives of watching Britney's life play out in the media over the past few decades and touch on the recently released documentaries that share her story. We chat about h...2021-09-291h 18Wine A Little, Laugh A LotHow Did You Know: It Was Time To Move On?"If it excites you and scares you at the same time, it probably means you should do it!"Why not, take a crazy chance? In the second installment of our “How Did You Know?" segment, we chat about how we knew it was time to take a chance and move somewhere new. We discuss our experiences with moving, what influenced us in our decisions, and the pros and cons of picking up and moving. We think if you are a little more excited than you are scared - you should go for it! As always, we close out the episode wi...2021-09-221h 03Wine A Little, Laugh A LotIs Cancel Culture Even Real?As the world moves to be more online, everyone's actions, likes, and encounters on the internet are always under a microscope, especially if you've done something "wrong". On today’s episode, we dive into the topic of cancel culture. While cancel culture has a negative stigma attached to it, we talk about why we think cancel culture is important. In our opinion, it's bringing up topics of conversation that need to be had and helping to hold people accountable for their actions. Getting ‘canceled’ doesn’t have to mean an end, instead it can be an opportunity for growth. As alway...2021-09-151h 27Wine A Little, Laugh A LotSocial Media: The Highlight ReelIn today’s episode, Shannon shares a story that proves she has completely lost her mind - in the most relatable way possible. Then we dive right into our thoughts on how social media has changed over the years and evolved into what it is today. We discuss the importance of remembering that social media is simply a highlight reel, not the full story, and it is ok to unfollow accounts that don’t bring you joy. In the words of Shannon: "comparison is the thief of joy". Once again we round out the episode with our latest man of t...2021-09-081h 05Wine A Little, Laugh A LotHot Girl Summer: Instagram vs. Reality ft. Sagan PuleoReal (s)hot girl shit. Back by popular demand, Sagan joins us for today’s episode as we recap on all things summer. In true "Instagram vs. reality” fashion, we discuss what we thought our summers would look like and how they actually turned out. We talk about the hype that comes with summer in general and how the summer months have changed as we get older. We are all very excited for Feisty Female Fall (?) and chat about what we are looking forward to and what we want to accomplish this year. As always, we round out the epis...2021-09-011h 24
Wine A Little, Laugh A LotWe Can Only Glow Up From Here"My screen time is 9 hours a day, I’m not doing great."This week we discuss some unhealthy behaviors that make us feel better and boost our confidence - despite not being great for us in the long run. Too much screen time, drinking, and snoozing our alarms a handful of times are things we know aren’t good for us but we can’t seem to quit. We discuss how these behaviors have changed over the years and how we have been able to move on from some - goodbye fake tanning beds! As always we round...2021-08-251h 19Wine A Little, Laugh A LotHow Did You Know: Your Worth At Work?In the first episode of a new segment - "How did you know?" - we talk about how we knew it was time to quit a job. We both share how we finally learned to put our mental health first when it comes to work, knowing how to ask for what you want out of a job, and finding the perfect mix of work-life balance. As always, we wrap up the episode with a man of the hour that you will not want to miss!2021-08-181h 10Wine A Little, Laugh A LotNo One Looks Good in a Chevron DressIn light of Britt's recent move we chat about on hanging onto clothes that no longer fit - and why we hang on to them. We talk about the need to normalize getting rid of clothes that are no longer your size - or style - as needed. We share some cringey stories from our past of keeping things for way too long - and as always round out the epsisode with our latest man of the hour. Grab your glass & listen along!2021-08-1153 minWine A Little, Laugh A LotAre We Your Type?"Opposites really do attract, Britt, because we are the complete opposite.”We were SO close to precedented times, but as The CDC rolls out new recommendations on mask wearing - all we care about is our TV lineup to in case of another lockdown. We start off the episode by covering all the summer shows - Big Brother, Love is Blind, and Outer Banks. We take an an enneagram test together to find out our personality types. We discuss the importance of understanding the personalities of those you are close with and how that can be helpful in growing relationship...2021-08-041h 24Wine A Little, Laugh A LotAre You Kissing Strangers On The Mouth Yet?We may have taken a week off, but we’re back like we never left! Coming off of Shannon’s trip back to Ohio, we discuss the anxiety of getting back into social situations post covid. We talk about travel, going back into the office and starting to date again (or not) after a lengthy time in quarantine. As always, we round out the episode with our latest man of the hour. Grab your glass and enjoy!Follow us on Instagram: @winealittle.podcastFollow Shannon: @shannoncarllFollow Brittani: @simply.brittani2021-07-281h 19Wine A Little, Laugh A LotSingle Childless Female"Let go and let God."As two 30 somethings we, along with most women, feel like our clocks are ticking. On this episode we talk about what it means to be over 30, very single, and without children. We discuss what we thought our future families would look like when we were younger, pressure to start a family, and what we think the future could hold for us as future moms. We talk all the options for family planning - from egg freezing to adoption - and also how women are having kids later in life compared to prior generations. And of...2021-07-141h 33Wine A Little, Laugh A LotNot Four Years, But For Life Ft. Sam Jacobsen"If I paid for my friends, I didn’t pay enough."Our newest guest, Sam Jacobsen, joins us on this episode for a trip down memory lane as we dive into all things Greek life. And yes we are still talking about this after more than a decade out of college. We talk about our stand out moments from the time we were in sororites. Some are funny, some are difficult, and some are sweet - we cover it all! We touch on how each of us got involved in Greek life, break down stereotypes vs. our re...2021-07-071h 41Wine A Little, Laugh A LotWho Are Your Real Ones? ft. Katie Lujan"It isn't love. It isn't hate. It's just indifference.Friendships change because people change - and that's more than ok! On today's episode, we welcome back Katie for her second podcast appearance. We talk all about friendships and normalizing them changing in different stages of life. We discuss what is important to us in friendships and share some stories of friendship loss. We also talk about making new friends as you get older - Katie and Brittani share some tips on how they've made new friends as adults. Grab your glass & join the conversation! 2021-06-301h 29Wine A Little, Laugh A LotIf We Only Knew"I treated my credit card like I treated my dining hall money in college."Hindsight is always 20/20, right? If you're anything like us, there are countless things you know now that you wish the younger version of you knew then. On today’s episode we dive into ours - relationships, friendships, mental health and financial habits - we cover it all and reflect on how much growing up we've done. Tune in to hear some funny stories, reflective moments and, of course, the latest man of the hour.2021-06-231h 28Wine A Little, Laugh A Lot27 Dresses"That's how I got into debt. Weddings that were not my own."Wedding season is back and we couldn’t be more excited! In today’s episode we talk all things weddings. Shan rivals Katherine Heigel in her bridesmaid count and we discuss the pros and cons of being in a wedding vs. being a guest. We share some hilarious stories of weddings past and give our unpopular opinion on certain wedding traditions. As always, we wrap up with another man of the hour. Grab a glass & head right into wedding season with us! 2021-06-161h 35Wine A Little, Laugh A LotStop Bleaching Red Flags"In the words of Kris Jenner, 'This is a case for the FBI'."What happens when you dumb Clorox on red flags? Absolutely nothing good - TRUST US. On today’s episode, we share past dating stories where we ignored some serious red flags. Shan shares some embarrassing facts that could essentially make her a Private Investigator. And, of course, we wrap up the episode with another man of the hour.2021-06-091h 24Wine A Little, Laugh A LotWill You Accept This Rosé?"Who do I think I am? Reality Steve dropping these rumors?”Just ahead of the premiere of the latest season of The Bachelorette on Monday, we go on a trip down all things Bachelor memory lane. We talk about when we started watching the show, share our favorite (and not so favorite) contestants, and discuss the recent controversies within Bachelor Nation. We also give an update on our Hinge swap from last week's episode, and, of course, close out with a man of the hour. Grab your glass and join us for the most dramatic episode yet!2021-06-021h 11Wine A Little, Laugh A LotFreaky Friday"I'm 32 and a 9 year veteran of online dating."The dating app burnout is real so we decided to switch things up and swipe for each other on Hinge - and of course, there are more men of the hour. We also recap Britt's Denver visit and our weekend of acting like our 21 year old selves. Pour a glass and listen along to our online dating adventure! 2021-05-261h 54Wine A Little, Laugh A LotWe've *Almost* Made It To The Other Side“The world is ending and so am I. Give me all the nachos.”As we're starting to see glimpses of light at the end of this very long pandemic tunnel, we decided to bring you an episode from the cutting room floor! We touch on all the quarantine trends, most of which we tried, and dive into how our habits and lifestyles changed during the pandemic. Some changes for the better...some for the worse *wine consumption*. We also introduce a new segment which we are excited to bring to our episodes each week. Pour a glass and...2021-05-191h 02Wine A Little, Laugh A LotDoes It Spark Joy?“If it’s not sparking joy for me, I’m not doing it.”Pour your glass of wine (no need to feel guilty about it) and join us as we discuss all things body image. We talk about our pandemic body acceptance struggles, our history with fad diets, and progress in our health and wellness journeys. We dive into the toxicity of comparing ourselves to what we see on social media, and now learning to normalize normal bodies.2021-05-1257 minWine A Little, Laugh A LotWho Run The World? Moms. ft. Leah Bowens"You need to celebrate the things that make you, you."Just ahead of Mother's Day, one of our besties Leah Bowens joins us to chat all things motherhood - focusing on how to instill self love and positive thinking in daughters. We talk about women empowerment, what it means to be a mom these days, body image, and the importance of building each other up - rather than knocking each other down.2021-05-051h 20Wine A Little, Laugh A LotSo, Where Do We Go From Here?“It’s everyone coming together to be there for human lives.” In this week's episode, we react to the guilty verdict in the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd. We both discuss our immediate reactions to the verdict, along with our thoughts on systemic racism that exists in America. We get real, raw, and discuss where we go from here to achieve social justice for everyone.2021-04-281h 11Wine A Little, Laugh A LotPimp or Simp? ft. Katie Lujan & Sagan Puleo“I am the only simp left on this call."We welcome our first guests to the podcast! Katie Lujan and Sagan Puleo join us as we fill our glasses and dive into all things dating and relationships. We discuss dating apps, ghosting, our dating styles, and finally learn the difference between pimping and simping.2021-04-212h 13Wine A Little, Laugh A LotQuarantine 365: The good, the bad, & the ugly"I’ve spent the year realizing that this is a year of realization and realizing things.” Somehow more than a year of quarantine has come & gone. Fill your glass and join us as we look back and discuss just how interesting - and challenging - this year has been. The peaks and pits, the highs and lows, & everything in between. We talk about how our lives have changed in the last year and what we are most looking forward to for the next 365. 2021-04-1454 minWine A Little, Laugh A LotLOL: Love to Laugh“Shannon - you and Brittani really need to start a Podcast.” “Brittani who?"Grab your glass and join Brittani and Shannon for the first episode of Wine a Little, Laugh A Lot! We share the story of how we met and what prompted us to start the podcast. We play 21 questions for you to get to know us a little better - and learn things about each other we didn’t know.2021-04-071h 04Wine A Little, Laugh A LotWelcome to Wine A Little, Laugh A LotWelcome to Wine A Little, Laugh A Lot - your “typical” millennial podcast. Join us - two long distance best friends, Shannon Carll & Brittani Wills - week by week as we fill our glasses and discuss what’s on our minds. We cover it all - dating, pop culture, social justice, corporate 9-5s, body acceptance - nothing is off limits. We are honest, raw, & leave it all on the table. Our hope is that with each episode we empower millennials, support you in your decision to keep your side part, and make you laugh - A LOT. So grab your g...2021-03-2700 min