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Magenta Giraffes1/23/23 - Tattoos and my spiritualitySumona discusses how her new tattoos explore her spirituality.
2023-01-3026 minMagenta Giraffes1/16/23 - My hobbies include: buying things, tattoos and jewelrySumona talks about her spending problem and finding joy in little things.
2023-01-2323 minMagenta Giraffes1/9/23 - Year of the TatSumona gives her update for the week and talks about how tattoos have been helping her with accepting her body.
2023-01-1623 minMagenta Giraffes1/1/23 - My pie plight and other ordealsSumona is back with season 3 of Magenta Giraffes! She gives an update on what's been happening over the holidays.
2023-01-0925 minMagenta Giraffes11/20/22 - The Batman Hole and the Robin HoleSumona discusses her new ear piercings and the joy they brought her. Sumona will be back in early 2023 with new episodes.
2022-11-2120 min2022-11-1419 minMagenta Giraffes11/1/22 - The endoscopy from HELLSumona discusses her recent experience of getting a routine endoscopy.
2022-11-0721 minMagenta Giraffes10/23/2022 - Starting an anti-depressantSumona discusses her first weeks on an anti-depressant medication.
2022-10-3118 minMagenta Giraffes10/16/22 - Laura Lynne Jackson Retreat Part 2Conclusion of Sumona's experience at Laura Lynne Jackson retreat at the Omega institute.
2022-10-2431 minMagenta Giraffes10/2/22 - Laura Lynne Jackson Retreat Part 1Sumona discusses the retreat she went on at the Omega Institute featuring Laura Lynne Jackson.
2022-10-1721 minMagenta Giraffes9/25/22 - Deciding to see a psychiatristSumona discusses her decision to see a psychiatrist about her anxiety.
2022-10-1016 minMagenta Giraffes9/18/22 - My mother never listened to meSumona discusses how she feels that her mother never really listened to her.
2022-10-0327 minMagenta Giraffes9/11/22 - Glad my dad is at peace with his life!Sumona discusses how the past, present and future seem bleak and how her father has found peace in his life.
2022-09-2616 minMagenta Giraffes9/5/22 - My inheritance, my choice!Sumona discusses the sentimental value of part of her inheritance.
2022-09-1917 minMagenta Giraffes8/21/22 - Emergency room visit from HELLSumona discusses the traumatic experience of going to the emergency room with her father.
2022-09-1217 min2022-09-0516 minMagenta Giraffes8/7/22 - Audition heartbreak and the MultiverseSumona discusses her fears about the Multiverse and her recent experience with a musical theater audition.
2022-08-2926 min2022-08-2218 minMagenta Giraffes7/24/22 - When you're vulnerable, be careful who you call...Sumona discusses her vulnerabilities and insecurities during a challenging time.
2022-08-1517 minMagenta Giraffes7/17/22 - Waiting for the other shoe to dropSumona discusses her very stressful week and how she feels that good things don't happen anymore.
2022-08-0818 minMagenta Giraffes7/10/22 - Why can't magic be real?Sumona discusses the difficulties of reality and questions why magic can't be real.
2022-08-0123 minMagenta Giraffes6/26/22 - Glad my mom's not here to see this garbage world!Sumona discusses the overturning of Roe v. Wade and other dismal things that are adding to her general state of misery.
2022-07-2518 min2022-07-1826 min
Keep Snackin' PodcastRE-RELEASE - LICORICE!!!This is a re-release of one of the most iconic episodes of Keep Snackin' Podcast. If you haven't listened to this episode, that Lauren and Sumona refer to all of the time, then you are in for a treat!
2022-07-1156 minMagenta Giraffes6/11/22 - I created a music playlist to torture myselfSumona discusses how her own nostalgia about her childhood is torturing herself and also that her therapist suggested that maybe a low dose antidepressant could be helpful.
2022-07-1121 minMagenta Giraffes6/5/22 - We live in a DystopiaSumona discusses her struggle to find anything to look forward to.
2022-07-0417 minMagenta Giraffes5/30/22 - Don't worry, be happySumona discusses the latest sign she received from her mother.
2022-06-2721 minMagenta Giraffes5/22/22 - The kindness of strangersSumona talks about her week and discusses two events that really showed her there is kindness left in this world.
2022-06-2025 minMagenta Giraffes5/15/22 - What is the point?It's a really low week for Sumona where she questions everything and asks what is she surviving for?
2022-06-1315 min2022-06-0620 minMagenta Giraffes4/24/22 - Who said life was fair?Sumona discusses her week and how she feels like she is at a turning point in her life.
2022-05-3018 minMagenta Giraffes4/18/22 - Don't watch The Conjuring if you're a scaredy-cat!Sumona talks about her week and discusses how watching The Conjuring was not good for her mental health.
2022-05-2325 minMagenta Giraffes4/10/22 - On the JLoThis episode is a slight departure from the regular topics. It's a special episode where Sumona discusses Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's engagement, because she has to!
2022-05-161h 00Magenta Giraffes4/3/22 - Is the Masked Singer the best show on television???Sumona discusses the aftermath of her mom's birthday and receiving a sign from her on The Masked Singer.
2022-05-0926 minMagenta Giraffes3/27/22 - Did we just become bestfriends???Sumona gives updates on her life and discusses her feelings about friendships.
2022-05-0221 minMagenta Giraffes3/20/22 - Don't watch "Mixtape" if you are grieving!Sumona discusses getting a new job and the emotions of the week of her mom’s birthday.
2022-04-2523 minMagenta Giraffes3/13/22 - Mom's BirthdaySumona discusses her turmoil as her mother's birthday approaches.
2022-04-1823 minMagenta Giraffes3/6/22 - Shut up, Livvi!Sumona discusses negative self-talk and how naming the inner voice helps takes away its power.
2022-04-1124 minMagenta Giraffes2/27/22 - Frankie says relax, but can I???Sumona discusses whether she can actually relax or not and how drained she feels with the state of the world.
2022-04-0428 minKeep Snackin' PodcastTastebase Pt. 2 with Alex Shebar!Lauren and Sumona speak with Tastebase co-founder, Alex Shebar.
2022-04-0450 minMagenta Giraffes2/20/22 - You get an Orange Car, and you get an orange car!Sumona talks about the latest sign she received from the universe.
2022-03-2821 minMagenta Giraffes2/13/22 - Good Vibes OnlySumona discusses her week and also goes through Chopra.com's list of how to raise your vibration.
2022-03-2132 minMagenta Giraffes2/5/22 - My Hypothetical Questions gameSumona discusses the stress of going back to work in-office and how she asks herself hypothetical bargaining questions.
2022-03-1431 minKeep Snackin' PodcastTastebase!Snacks from this episode all came from snack boxes that Lauren and Sumona received from Tastebase. Snacks in this episode: - Trash Nuts - Munchrooms - Tochi Singapore Salted Egg Yolk Popcorn - Coba Coffee Bar - Renewal Mill Upcycled Cookies - Moment drink (Tulsi Lemon) You can find out more about Tastebase here: https://www.tastebase.com/*this is not a paid promotional episode, but Lauren and Sumona did receive their tastebase snack boxes as free samples.
2022-03-071h 09Magenta Giraffes1/30/22 - My obsession with ACOTARSumona discusses missing her mother a lot this week and new her new found obsession with the fantasy series, ACOTAR.
2022-03-0731 minMagenta Giraffes1/23/22 - My HOT TAKE on Abraham Hicks and the Law of AttractionSumona talks about Abraham Hicks, the Law of Attraction and what helps when she is really missing her mom.
2022-02-2829 minMagenta Giraffes1/16/22 - Reading is FundamentalSumona discusses how reading has helped her with her anxiety and "shockingly" makes her feel better than watching TV.
2022-02-2120 minMagenta Giraffes1/9/22 - The day I found out my voice over coach was a sexual predatorSumona discusses her birthday, a tarot card reading with Erin Smith and of course the day she found out her voice over coach was a sexual predator. If you are interesting in working with Erin, here is her website: https://www.vardotarot.com/
2022-02-1437 minMagenta Giraffes1/2/22 - Don't watch "About Time" if you're grievingSumona talks about feeling emotional around the holidays. Here is a link to the oracle deck Sumona mentioned and uses regularly: https://www.threadsoffate.com/collections/all/products/presale-preview-threads-of-fate-oracle-black-rose-gold-edition
2022-02-0730 minMagenta Giraffes12/26/21 - Maybe I don't want to unplug from The Matrix!Sumona expresses her feelings about Omicron during the height of Omicron this past Christmas and she also discusses feeling stuck and wanting to make her parents proud.
2022-01-3129 minMagenta Giraffes12/12/21 - Duvet covers are not easySumona talks about her week, how putting on a Duvet cover is the hardest thing in the world and how she may not be as in love with NYC as she once thought. If you want to check out the burrito method for putting on a duvet cover, check out this youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DRPfudNNd8Y
2022-01-2427 minMagenta Giraffes12/5/21 - My second Past Life Regression session!Sumona talks about her second Past Life Regression session and the lessons she learned from it.
2022-01-1738 minMagenta Giraffes11/28/21 - A little less Cozy in the worldSumona discusses how blood is not always thicker than water, how sometimes the people who are left behind feel guilty and how they world feels a little less cozy without her mom in it.
2022-01-1022 minMagenta Giraffes11/21/21 - Grief and FoodSumona discusses her relationship with food and how it's been more difficult with grief in the mix.
2022-01-0326 minKeep Snackin' PodcastHoliday Bakes!Lauren and Sumona create some holiday pies for the last episode of season 2! Sumona's Original Raspberry Lemon Tart was adapted from: https://theviewfromgreatisland.com/cranberry-pie-recipe/Lauren adapted her recipe from: https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a11761/another-pie/
2021-12-2730 minMagenta Giraffes11/14/21 - I am grateful for...salad dressingSumona talks about sometimes having to dig deep for what she is grateful for and her first Past Life Regression Therapy session. Sumona also touched on the subject of suicide and while she is no expert (at all), here are some sites if you need help: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/https://afsp.org/https://save.org/find-help/international-resources/
2021-12-2737 minMagenta Giraffes11/7/21 - Are you a New Soul or Old Soul?Sumona discusses the idea of Old Souls vs New Souls and many other topics on this week's episode.
2021-12-2031 minMagenta Giraffes10/31/21 - Robin Williams, can you hear me???Sumona discusses her love of 90s movies, Robin Williams and maybe asking other people for signs who are not on her Team of Light.
2021-12-1329 minMagenta Giraffes10/24/21 - 12 Dates of Christmas hits differently nowSumona discusses acceptance, Scorpio Season, the holidays and how 12 Dates of Christmas hits differently now.
2021-12-0626 minKeep Snackin' PodcastOur First Episode EVER! - Road Trip Snacks!We decided to re-release this episode for our listeners who don't know how it all started. Let's take a second, or really an hour, to go on the journey of our first episode. Please enjoy the inception of Keep Snackin' Podcast. Lauren and Sumona talk about their favorite road trip snacks! Snacks in this episode: - Pretzel and regular cheddar cheese Combos - Sour Patch Kids, Big Kids - Smart Water- Sno-Caps aka Nonpareils - Monster Slim Jim - Ferrera Torrone - Andy Capp's Hot Fries
2021-12-061h 02Magenta Giraffes10/17/21 - Can I please use my Dead Mom Card???Sumona discusses the frustrations of the week, TV shows that have been soothing and enlightening and her latest psychic moment.
2021-11-2933 minMagenta Giraffes10/10/21 - 20th Episode + Heavy GuiltSumona discusses the 6 month marker since her mother passed away and the complicated feelings of guilt as it pertains to moving on with her life.
2021-11-2230 minMagenta Giraffes10/3/21 - Trying to channel Kali the Destroyer over hereSumona gives an update on dating apps, wanting to channel the goddess Kali and a visitation from her mom in her dreams.
2021-11-1532 minMagenta Giraffes9/26/21 - Grief and "Dating"Sumona discusses homeopathic flower remedies, her new sign from her mom and the idea of dating during grief.
2021-11-0830 minMagenta Giraffes9/19/21 - My First Energy Session!Sumona discusses the complexities of losing a parent and her first energy session with the AMAZING Caitlin Marino! If you would like to work with Caitlin, check out her website here: https://caitlinmarino.com/
2021-11-0133 minMagenta Giraffes9/12/21 - Plants, Crystals and Past Lives, Oh My!Sumona discussed the Akashic Records, Past Life Regression Therapy, Hypnosis, Plants, psychic moments and of course, signs.
2021-10-2532 minMagenta Giraffes9/5/21 - If we have multiple lives, I don't want to come back!Sumona discusses receiving the ultimate sign from her mother, a crystal update, Hurricane Ida and having multiple lives.
2021-10-1831 minMagenta Giraffes8/29/21 - Politeness week is OVAH!Sumona discusses cleansing and energizing crystals, miscommunications with her dad, channeling her mom and wanting to STOP being polite and START getting REAL.
2021-10-1132 minMagenta Giraffes8/22/21 - A Dip in the Crystal PondSumona discusses her new love of crystals and her physical symptoms of grief.
2021-10-0429 minMagenta Giraffes8/15/21 - We only have 4000 weeks to live...if we are lucky!Sumona discusses the book, "Who Moved My Cheese?" and the idea that we only have 4000 weeks to live.
2021-09-2733 minMagenta Giraffes8/8/21 - How *NSYNC and Mozart saved my lifeIn her most embarrassing episode yet, Sumona takes a stroll down memory lane to when her Mom reigned supreme and *NSYNC stole her heart.
2021-09-2035 minMagenta Giraffes8/1/21 - Sorry, brb, I need to go look at caves on Airbnb!Sumona discusses feeling overwhelmed with life stuff on top of grief stuff and how she would like to go hide in a cave for 4 months.
2021-09-1336 minMagenta Giraffes7/25/21 - Psychiatrists are the WORST patientsSumona discusses the outpouring of love she has received from listeners, her health issues, frustrations and astrological snap shot from Heidi Rose Robbins.
2021-09-0632 minMagenta Giraffes7/18/21 - Magenta is The Color of Communication between The Dead and The LivingSumona discusses her anger, tips on what to do for a grieving friend and a tidbit she learned from the show "Surviving Death" on Netflix.
2021-08-3028 minMagenta Giraffes7/11/21 - My First Session with a Medium!Sumona discusses her first ever session with a medium.
2021-08-2329 minMagenta Giraffes7/6/21 - Either leave me alone or make it about ME!Sumona talks about her Weeping Wedding Stories and how maybe it's not the best idea to point out the grief of the grieving.
2021-08-1629 minMagenta Giraffes6/27/21 - Surviving "Surviving Death" (Mediums Part 2)Sumona discusses bad dreams and the third episode of Netflix's "Surviving Death".
2021-08-0920 minMagenta Giraffes6/20/21 - Surviving "Surviving Death" (Mediums Part 1)Sumona gives an update on her grief and gives a review of Episode 2 (Mediums Part 1) of the Netflix Show, "Surviving Death".
2021-08-0231 minMagenta Giraffes6/13/21 - Mom needs to work on her time managementSumona discusses competitive grief and what spirits do all day.
2021-07-2625 minMagenta Giraffes6/6/21 - Does Mom even know what Magenta is?Sumona discusses what Magenta Giraffes is.
2021-07-1928 minMagenta Giraffes5/30/21 - Magenta Giraffes Intro EpisodeIntroductory episode where Sumona talks about where she is on her spiritual journey.
2021-07-1119 minKeep Snackin' PodcastAudibles | Season 1, Episode 11 (Bonus content)Lauren and Sumona discuss their favorite Holiday baked goods. Snacks in this episode: - Bauducco Panettone - Linzer Cookie
2021-02-0812 minKeep Snackin' PodcastAudibles | Season 1, Episode 12 (Bonus content)At home with Lauren and Sumona - random snacks. Snacks in this episode: - Cheddar Jack Cheez It- Trader Joe's Dried Fruit Just Mango Slices- Ferrero Rocher assorted 48 count
2021-02-0812 minKeep Snackin' PodcastAudibles | Season 1, Episode 10 (Bonus content)At Home with Lauren and Sumona - Random Snacks Snacks in this episode: - Trader Joe's (Giotto's) Chocolate Almond Biscotti - Barnum's Animals Crackers
2021-02-0110 minKeep Snackin' PodcastAudibles | Season 1, Episode 9 (Bonus content)Lauren and Sumona discuss some new teas. Teas in this episode: - Tazo Cucumber White Tea- Trader Joe's Mint Watermelon Flavored Black Tea- Trader Joe's Winter Wake Up Tea
2021-02-0116 minKeep Snackin' PodcastAudibles | Season 1, Episode 7 (Bonus content)Lauren and Sumona discuss their favorite Fruit Roll-Ups. Snacks in this episode: - Starberry Battle Burst Fruit Roll-Up- Tropical Tracker Blast Fruit Roll-Up
2021-01-2511 minKeep Snackin' PodcastAudibles | Season 1, Episode 8 (Bonus content)At Home with Lauren and Sumona - Random Snacks Snacks in this episode: - Alfredo's Truffle Potato Chips (Universal Yums Italy Snack Box)- Choco Boom (Universal Yums Italy Snack Box)- Tate's Bake Shop Chocolate Chip Cookies
2021-01-2511 minKeep Snackin' PodcastAudibles | Season 1, Episode 5 (Bonus content)Sumona tries Lauren's "Messy hands" snacks. Snacks in this episode: - Skinny Pop White Cheddar Popcorn- Entenmann's Cinnamon Swirl Buns
2021-01-1808 minKeep Snackin' PodcastAudibles | Season 1, Episode 6 (Bonus content)At Home with Lauren and Sumona - Random Snacks Snacks in this episode: - Lu Petit Ecolier European Milk Chocolate Biscuit Cookies- Sugarfina Champagne Bears
2021-01-1813 minKeep Snackin' PodcastAudibles | Season 1, Episode 3 (Bonus content)Lauren tries Sumona's Pepperidge Farm audibles. Snacks in this episode: Pepperidge Farm Strawberry Verona Cookies Pepperidge Farm Caramel Macchiato Milano Cookies
2021-01-1109 minKeep Snackin' PodcastAudibles | Season 1, Episode 4 (Bonus content)Lauren throws some audibles at Sumona for snacks that give you dirty hands. Snacks in this episode: - Skinny Pop White Cheddar Popcorn- Skittles - Flamin' Hot Funions - Entenmann's Cinnamon Swirl Bun
2021-01-1117 minKeep Snackin' PodcastAudibles | Season 1, Episode 1 (Bonus content)Sumona gives her reaction to Lauren's audibles from episode 1. Snacks in this episode: - Torrone - Hot Fries
2021-01-0406 minKeep Snackin' PodcastAudibles | Season 1, Episode 2 (Bonus content)In the vein of Starbucks/Coffee and Tea Time, Sumona throw's Lauren an audible of some Pepperidge Farm Cookies. Snacks in this episode: - Strawberry Verona Cookie - Pumpkin Spice Milano Cookie
2021-01-0407 min
Keep Snackin' PodcastChristmas SnacksLauren and Sumona discuss Christmas snacks.Snacks in this episode: - Traditional Chex Mix with Honey Roasted Peanuts and Momofuku's Spicy Salt- Trader Joe's Sparkling Cranberry Ginger Beverage- Trader Joe's Mini Gingerbread Men Cookies - Cap'n Crunch's Christmas Crunch Cereal- Cap'n Crunch's Crunch Berries Cereal
2020-12-1449 minKeep Snackin' PodcastCerealLauren and Sumona discuss and try some cereals.Snacks in this episode: - Basic 4 Cereal - Reese's Puffs Cereal- Cinnamon Toast Crunch Churros Cereal
2020-11-3049 minKeep Snackin' PodcastLicoriceLauren and Sumona discuss different types of Licorice. Snacks in this episode: - English assorted licorice (King of Sweets)- Darrel Lea Strawberry Licorice - Dutch Licorice Gustav's Coins - Wiley Wallaby (honorable mention)- Good & Plenty- Red Vines - Twizzlers
2020-11-1656 minKeep Snackin' PodcastGluten-Free SnacksLauren and Sumona share some Gluten-free snack ideas.Snacks in this episode: - Harvest Snaps - Green Pea Snack Crips and Red Lentil Snack Crips: Wasabi Ranch and Tomato Basil flavor- Classic Lays Potato Chips - Coco Rolls Salted Carmel Flavor - Big Chewy Nerds
2020-11-0256 minKeep Snackin' PodcastDoritos and TakisLauren and Sumona discuss their favorite Doritos and Takis and they seem to have a lot of trouble remembering the different Doritos names. Snacks in this episode: Takis: - Fuego - Nitro- Guacamole - Crunchy FajitaDoritos: - Salsa Verde- Dinamita Chile Limon - Flamin' Hot Limon
2020-10-191h 06Keep Snackin' PodcastStarbucks Snacks!Lauren and Sumona discuss their favorite Starbucks Snacks!Snacks in this episode: - Nonfat Vanilla Latte - Pumpkin Spice Latte - Moon Cheese- Iced Lemon Loaf Cake- Old-Fashioned Glazed Doughnuts
2020-10-0542 min