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Being Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 91 - It's 2026 & We're BackHappy New Year Friends! After a much needed break for the holidays, we are back and giving you an episode that is truly what we intended this podcast to be. We are starting it off with the epic fail of us trying to have a nice night out, and as our luck would have it, things did not go according to plan. Toni-ann is sharing her dinner problems, lack of Chocolatey Stars, and terrible luck with her upcoming travels and weather not being on her side.Jess is old and judging the...
2026-01-0938 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 87 - Jess Hating on Amazon, Toni-ann Quits Grey's, and The HeistHello Friends! After two weeks we are back! This week we are covering:-Jess complains about Amazon Prime and how yet again a delivery did not arrive on time-Toni-ann wis giving up Grey's Anatomy after 22 seasons-Other TV/Movie discussions include Nobody Wants This, K-POP Demon Hunters, Chad Powers and more-The Louvre Heist- how was the password for security LITERALLY LOUVRE?-The Dodgers Win the World Series and Game 7 That's all for this week- please like share and subscribe! Than...
2025-11-0636 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 86 - TV is Crazy, Celebs are Crazy, and ChatGPT is CrazyHappy Friday, we are back with a roundup of all the things! First, we get into TV:- These 9-1-1 TV shows are perplexing. Are they satire? Are they just testing how crazy they can get and people will still watch? We ponder.-Love Is Blind (first 6 episodes) recap - this show has completely lost the plot.-The Pitt Season 1 - Toni-ann binged the hell out of it this past week, and is loving it. Then we have some celeb chats:-Are JLo and Ben together AG...
2025-10-1752 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 84 - Co-Host Fantasy Battle, and the Misery We Knew Was ComingAfter a few busy weeks, we are back! Sorry people, life happens.While we were gone, Jess threw an Epic 3 year old birthday party #3'Jais. Toni-ann cannot remember the context of the notes she wrote to discuss, so we go down a rabbit hole on commercials. Why can't we bring back more jingles from the 90s and early 2000s? This week, Jess and Toni-ann faced off in Fantasy Football - and spoiler alert, Toni-ann won in an upset! Lastly (and mostly) we are discussing the Mets and how the end we kne...
2025-10-0339 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 82 - Tayvis is Engaged, and Toni-ann's Adventures in FlushingWelcome Back Friends! This week's episode was recorded last week and delayed due to some technical issues so apologies that our pop-culture news is not so new this week! First thing's first - Taylor and Travis are engaged and boy did they break the internet! These Swifties are overjoyed and we are sharing all our feelings! We are also hearing about all of Toni-ann's adventures in Flushing, Queens as of late. She went to Hot Pot for the first time, as well as the US Open. Tennis probably is not her thing since bei...
2025-09-0546 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 78 - Puerto Rico, True Crime, The OC Ep 1Welcome Back Friends.After a week off we have a lot to talk about this week! Toni-ann recaps her fun week in Puerto Rico. She will be returning to look for Bad Bunny in the future.True Crime- We're talking about several trials - Diddy, the Idaho Murderer, and Karen Read. Also, The Epstein List is apparently gone? Jess started the OC and has notes and thoughts. Toni-ann tries very hard not to squeal every 5 seconds or give anything away.Of course, we will also discuss our recently Miserable Me...
2025-07-1155 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 71 - POPE WATCH, Met Gala Remarks, and Our (New) Basketball FandomThis week, we have A LOT TO SAY so strap in. -Jess complains about Father's Day ads before Mother's Day like a true Mother.-Toni-ann discusses both nail and commuting bag issues.- Using regular coffee mugs in the car- has anyone seen this trend? Why are we doing this?- Toni-ann finds 2 new great things at restaurants she visited recently.- Rihanna is the Queen of Pregnancy announcements and a Met Gala review - Conclave is on! When recorded it was Day One and we got bl...
2025-05-0958 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 69 - FUNemployment Week, CONCLAVE Time, and moreHappy Friday!Please excuse any video difficulties this week - we had to switch recording programs, hopefully it's actually better!This week, we dive into a bunch of topics:-Toni-ann is enjoying the week between her old and new job-RIP Pope Francis... and you know what that means... CONCLAVE TIME! Toni-ann is hoping for the Young, Hot Pope we spoke about a while ago. Not sure what will happen but stay tuned all you Christians (and non-Christians too!)-HBO Max is very ahead of the...
2025-04-2534 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 68 - Changes for Toni-ann, The 11 Minute Space Trip, and The MetsWelcome Back and Happy Birthday to our girl Toni-ann! In this episode we are getting life updates from Toni-ann and discussing her first Citi Field Trip of the Season (and all Mets things this week as usual)Jess is sharing all the absurd things she has been seeing while driving lately. And just like everyone else in the world, we have OPINIONS about the girls trip to space. We hope you share some of the same thoughts and enjoy this episode. Happy Easter, Orthodox Easter and Passover to all our listeners!
2025-04-1937 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 67 - Snow White Flop, J Biebs Concerns, and Torpedo BatsWe are back with some hot topics of the week! -Jess saw Snow White and it was mostly a flop as we have heard, but breaking down the pros and cons of the movie and just going to the movies in 2025 in general.-Toni-ann just found out that you are not supposed to bath during a thunderstorm, and feels that is a very important PSA-Justin Bieber has the people concerned, and Reign Disick is weighing in that he is not his dad-Torpedo Bats AKA the Rocket Tech of the M...
2025-04-0455 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 66 - JonasCon and 2025 Opening DayBaseball Season is officially back, which means your hosts are back to be completely unhinged (pretend there was a time we weren't)! Here's what we are chatting about this week:-Jess's crazy day leading up to her 20 week scan-Toni-ann tried a new app for discounted food but somehow still managed to mess up in the kitchen with TAKEOUT-JonasCon looked great, but terrifying at the same time-Baseball season is back, so we are obviously talking about the Mets. We are very excited, so you know what that means, time...
2025-03-2839 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 65 - "Let's Blow This Popsicle Stand"We wish we could say the title of this week's episode has some deep meaning, but Toni-ann just couldn't stop saying this dumb phrase all week, and we thought it might be a catchy title for you all. So there you go!This week, we discuss:-St Paddy's Day festivities, including going out in NYC as usual, which further proved once again that the Irish LOVE St. Patrick's Day, don't let the American haters fool you. We both try our best to explain the history of St. Patrick's Day and why he was such a...
2025-03-2137 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 64 - The Algorithm, Cravings Fulfilled, Streaming NegativesWe are back this week, and maybe complaining about a lot (what else is new)? Here's what we got:-As always we are injuring ourselves-The Meta algorithm knows Toni-ann too well-Jess's Pregnancy Cravings-The negatives of Streaming Shows-Mets and Yankees Pre-Season Injury rundownThanks for Being Our Friend- Share like and subscribe
2025-03-1441 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 62 - The Can is Half Empty, Some TV Talk, and Changes in NY BaseballWelcome back for another week of chaos friends! In this installment:-Toni-ann is very angry at Canada Dry Seltzers-Jess has new WiFi and got no credit on her bill from the previous company-Some spoiler-free TV chatter, including Love is Blind Season 8 and White Lotus Season 3-Michelle Trachtenberg, AKA Harriet the Spy AKA Ice Princess has passed away-Anyone else get hiccups while they eat? Or is Jess just a weirdo (I think we already know the answer to this one)-Juan Soto's first M...
2025-02-2847 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 61 - Big Jess Update! And We Need A Hot Pope.You get two episodes this week because we just love you so much!!!Praise be, this will be the last episode with Jess's TERRRRRIBLE WiFi connection, as she is finally switching providers. Hope you are all as excited as we are. We are also discussing:-The reason behind Jess's cozy drinks-Phone brightness jumpscares-Rush hour in the Tri-State area -Weather predictions: you can never get excited too far out, and we have now reached the age where weather is a heavy topic of conversation-W...
2025-02-2141 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 60 - Walk Like An EgyptianHappy Monday (not Friday), friends. We are soooo sorry for the delay in this weeks episode, but we are finally able to get it to you. We're sure you'll hear the whole rant of why there was a delay on the next episode.This week, we are chatting about: -Toni-ann's trip to Egypt- Are we short, do car mirrors move on their own, or do we just have bad posture?-Different Cuisines - are they all the same? Toni-ann's (not so ingenious) revelation-The Greatest a...
2025-02-1741 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 59 - Parental Milestones, NFL Rundown, and The "Worst 12 Hours of Toni-ann's Life"Welcome Back!To kick this off, we are letting you know we are taking a two week break from episodes and will be back the week of Valentine's Day, so please catch up while we are gone on any of our old episodes you might have missed. This week, we are chatting, complaining and laughing at all the things: - Jess has to pick a pre-school and it's stressful - What is the worst part of traveling? We say packing and planning for the weather- NFL rundown after this week's playoff games and...
2025-01-2440 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 58 - Hotel Woes, Burnt Popcorn, and RIP TikTok?Welcome back for another Friday with your favorite friends! Jess was on a road trip, so we are talking about where she went, driving through time zones, her interesting experiences at one hotel on their trip, and more. Toni-ann's motto this year, at least in regards to skiing, is "variety is the spice of life!" It didn't really go as planned, but she's trying.And of course, Toni-ann is preparing for the maybe-death of TikTok. She is really NOT ok.As usual, we have our normal chaos and banter and are he...
2025-01-1747 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 57 - Sweet Baby Jesus, and The Golden GlobesThis week, we debate how long is too long to keep your home decorated for the holidays. That somehow turns into a whole discussion about nativities. Yup - Mary, Joseph, the Three Wise Men, and of course, sweet Baby Jesus. Toni-ann's family had an interesting change to the manger this year, courtesy of a prank. After that, Toni-ann finally saw Wicked, so we recapped that, and then dive into our Golden Globes recap. In summary, we are glad we got a better host this year, and even though we barely watched the telecast, we still had plenty of...
2025-01-1036 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 54 - Christmas Cards, Fantasy Football Results, and Childhood ChristmasesWELCOME BACK AND MERRY CHRISTMAS. Don't worry, we will be here next week just after Christmas, but this week we have a short and quick episode for you. Here are the topics:-Christmas Card Problems-Fantasy Football Showdown Results-Women's Baseball League-Toni-ann fears a TikTok loss coming-Luigi Update -Childhood Christmas ChroniclesWe hope you get all your shopping done, wrapping done and have a Merry Christmas! Thanks for Being Our Friend!
2024-12-2032 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 53 - Girls' Night Out, NJ Drones, and Juan Soto!Hello Friends!Welcome back for another Friday with us. This week had a lot to cover, but don't worry, we made it quick and funny (we hope)! This week on the pod:- Our hot cozy beverages are back- Jess and Toni-ann face each other in Round 1 of Fantasy Football playoffs- Addicting phone games - Self-driving cars- Christmas Jubilee Recap and the NJ Drones- UnitedHealthcare CEO Murderer Found - Juan Soto to the Mets !!!Hope you enjoy this week's show and share wit...
2024-12-1337 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 52 - Annnnnd We're BackWelcome back after a two week hiatus! This week we are:- Recapping Toni-ann's Trip to Mexico- It's Christmas once again in Jess's Hallmark Town- We don't know how to Black Friday/Cyber Monday correctly- We still hate Cyber Trucks- Toni-ann hates "Chicken Fried" -Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfield Engagement-Moana 2 Thanksgiving Eve Recap We are all over the place but lots to talk about this week! Thanks for being our friend.
2024-12-0648 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 50 - Daylight Savings Lesson, Marathon Sunday, and Celebrities Are People TooHAPPY FRIDAY FRIENDSAnyone else fell like it has been the longest week in history? Between Daylight Savings and the election this week has been 4 years long and we are here to take you away from reality with meaningless conversation and laughs for the next 40ish minutes. This week we are chatting about:- Toni-ann still does not understand Daylight Savings, and why hasn't the bill to eliminate it still not passed?- Toni-ann's second NYC Marathon Sunday - Social Media has ruined reality TV dating shows - Liam Payne's Death (3 wee...
2024-11-0839 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 47 - Titanic Trauma & NLCS StressWelcome back friends!In this installment, we have a couple of usual ridiculous topics before we dive back into the Mets, don't worry.Topics include:-The Mysterious Noise that only Toni-ann seems to be concerned about in her building.-Jess's hair has been drying really nice lately. Yes, this is a real topic.-We dive into movies that traumatized us as millennial children. We're talking Pokemon 2000, Fox & The Hound, Hardball, Pay It Forward, but most of all: TITANIC. You're gonna have to hear the stories about this one.And in...
2024-10-1843 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 46 - This is a Mets Podcast NowWell the Mets are still in it and we are not shutting up about it, so welcome to another episode of with the crazy Mets fans!But for real, we are out of our minds - as you will hear when we disucss:-Our superstitious tendencies-Our excitement but natural pessimism that this season will eventually implode as it always does-A quick break to discuss the new Netflix gem "Nobody Wants This," which leads into a discussion of all our favorite fine-aging teenage heart throbs. Also, Jess is FINALLY going to binge The...
2024-10-1149 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 44 - Wake Us Up When September Baseball EndsHappy Friday Friends! We are warning you in advance, this episode is a little disjointed, due to recording it while watching an important Mets vs. Braves game with Wild Card implications (Spoiler alert, they lost the game. Badly). There will be a few times we zone out, turn to the TV, groan, etc. While we do apologize, hopefully it also gives you a chuckle, to see how easily this team can rule and ruin our lives. This week on the pod, we are catching up on:- Toni-ann's trip to Napa... somehow she only br...
2024-09-2741 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 42 - Ankle Sprains, Fantasy Football, and A Special Birthday Guest!Happy Friday Friends! This week we brought in a Special Guest since this episode is dropping on her birthday! Toni-ann's Mom Deb joins in at the end of the episode to discuss some hot topics, but before that we have a lot to chat and rant about! This is what we have for you this week: -Another sprained ankle for Toni-ann, thankfully she is not suing her co-host.-Labor Day Hot Dog eating Contest.-Dubai Chocolate is the new trend we don't think we like-Fantasy Football and Football is back
2024-09-0657 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 41 - Crappy Coffee, Tri-State Stockholm Syndrome, and The Bird ConspiracyWe are back after a week away and we are so happy to be here and ranting with you all! This week we are talking about:- How we drink our coffee, Dunkin v Starbucks-Toni-ann's beef with NJ Transit-Pizza, Bagels and the Mets have us never leaving the Tri-State-Kangaroos scare Jess-Toni-ann's thoughts on pigeons-The Mets suck but are somehow still in contention for the Wild Card?We are coming back hot and with A LOT of thoughts. Thanks for Being Our Friend!
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Real Happy Mom[240] AMA - It's my birthday!Send me a textI'm celebrating my 39th trip around the sun and doing a special Ask Me Anything episode. I'm answering these questions in this special birthday episode:How many kids do you have? What are their ages?If you were in WWE for a day, what would you do?Why did you become a dentist?Why did you join the Navy?What is the routine that you can live without?Why did you start Real Happy Mom?Links I mentioned in this episode:Birthday Sale: https...
2024-08-2308 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 40 - "This is 40"EPISODE 40! Can anyone believe it? Because we cannot. This week we are kicking off talking about none other than... Paul Rudd (see the episode title if unsure why).Also discussing: -Finally celebrating Jess's birthday -Toni-ann's new favorite beverage, a Hugo Spritz-Redactions from last week - we love you Melissa! -Chopsticks and the great chopstick debate of 2021-Man with 1000 Kids reactions (Netflix documentary)-A very brief discussion about Top Espresso Martinis-Miserable Mets are back againIt would not be us if we didn't ramble, but we a...
2024-08-1650 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 39 - Jess is 32, Olympics Part 2, and Pickleball PaddlesWe are back for another week and Jess is another year older. This week we are chatting about:- Jess's very lax birthday after a crazy wedding weekend- Our Olympic thoughts so far- Toni-ann is now stealing pickleball paddles (but returning them!)It may seem like we don't have that many topics that week, but of course, we still managed to yap quite a bit.We hope you enjoy and as always, Thanks for Being Our Friend!
2024-08-091h 01Being Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 38 - GO USA! (The Olympics Have Begun)Welcome back! We have a couple of our usual random topics today, and then we talk all about the start of the Paris 2024 Olympics!Random Topics include:-Jess's quick vacation to Myrtle Beach last week-Toni-ann pointing out it's impossible to leave your house and NOT spend money-When you are almost full, deciding which order to eat your food is stressfulThen we get into our Olympics talk! Mostly, just how much we love them. -Toni-ann gives you tips on how to watch as many events as possible for maximum e...
2024-08-0245 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 37 - In Our Glen Powell Era, and We Are NOT Smarter Than A 2nd GraderHello Friends! After two weeks we are back with a fun-filled episode! This week we are chatting about-Our weekends! Toni-ann DTS, and Jess was breathing the same air as Glen Powell at the Luke Combs concert. -Jess's celebrity sighting in Brooklyn-Home Run Derby recap, Pete Alonso and the National Anthem were both terrible. -Toni-ann was SNY AND Jumbotron famous, and made a new friend!-The Mets suck again! (it has only been two games post All-Star Break) We hope you are laughing along with us and enjoy this...
2024-07-2645 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 36 - A Dogless Fourth, Gypsy Rose, Claim to Fame, and All-Star Game SnubsWe hope you all enjoyed your holiday weekend, and joining us for another episode. This week we are talking about:- Our 4th of July traditions and parties- Toni-ann still in shambles from Joey Chesnut's drama- Fireworks, everything and anything about them- Singers calling singers for collaborations. - Gypsy Rose is Pregnant?! - Claim to Fame is back! - All-Star Game Snubs and "Miserable Mets" complaintsHope you enjoy and thanks for being our friends!
2024-07-1257 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 34 - Hot Dog Drama, Ramen Noodlehead Drama, London Eras Tour, and The Grimace MetsLong time, no see!After an unexpected week off, we are back with Episode 34 and covering all the pop culture news we missed "reporting on" while we were gone.-Joey Chestnuts Drama-JT Arrest (#TeamBritney)-House of the Dragon is back (and Toni-ann makes some fair points about the hypocrisy of TV viewers)-Taylor and Travis "hard launch" almost a year into their relationship-And of course, we HAVE TO talk about it: The London Eras Tour insanityWe are also updating you on all things Mets, because ever since...
2024-06-2858 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 33 - Toni-ann Goes to London... AgainToni-ann is back from her second trip across the pond in 2024 and we are deep diving into all the fun things she did in London. We got it all, from the transit stories to the fun sightseeing, and of course, the Mets' terrible loss she flew a continent to see! This week: -NEW CHINA DEBUTS-Travel woes throughout Toni-ann's Trip-Toni-ann Facetimes Jess without David Wright- Fan Fest and sightseeing recap- Game day in London-Jess Rant: ESPN HATEAll this and more, so be sure to li...
2024-06-141h 04Being Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 32 - Annual Tailgate Recap and Bros Who HibachiHappy Friday Besties, while you’re reading what we cover today, Toni-ann is back across the pond to watch the terrible team we love so much... we know you're jealous (Jess is too) but listen in for our weekly rundown of topics! This week we are discussing:- A recap throughout the episode of Saturday’s Annual Lou Denza Friends and Family Outing - TV shows aging characters backwards- Hibachi Dinner Stories - Miserable Mets meets Memory Mets (we talked about the good times instead of the bad)-Toni-ann's upcoming trip
2024-06-071h 04Being Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 30 - Actually Getting Ready, College Drinking, and Questionable Celebrity LooksEPISODE 30! First and foremost, thanks to all of you who have been listening and have made it here with us! We cannot believe we are already 30 episodes into this, and we really appreciate your support. Please keep listening, liking, and sharing our posts! This week we have for you: -Toni-ann and Jess's getting ready habits -Gen Z "dangerous" drinking trends that are certainly healthier than the Millennial ones?-MDW Tri-State Kick-off to Summer-Are celebrities really "prepping for roles" when they go out in public looking like absolute garbage?-And of cour...
2024-05-2452 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 29 - Toni-ann's First PB&J & The Year of the Hot DogWe are back with more laughs this week, more self inflicted injuries, and a wide variety of topics for you all to enjoy. This week we are chatting about: -Toni-ann's FIRST, yes first PB&J and other late food revelations-Jess's Traumatic egg encounter - The Year of the Hot Dog? -NYC/ Dublin Portal - Tom Brady Roast-New York sports recap, Jets Schedule, Rangers are blowing the playoffs, Mets are being Miserable We hope you enjoy this week! Please share us with your friends or leave us a review...
2024-05-1754 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 28 - Met Gala Recap, New York Sports, and a Major League PANTS CrisisIt's New Episode Friday! Jess is back from Aruba, so we are back to our regular content of pop culture news and sports. This week, we are recapping Jess's Trip and Toni-ann's eventful weekend before we dive into our topics!- Cyber trucks are on the road and Jess is literally afraid of them- Jess went to Aruba with the hubby and discusses her very geriatric vacation routine- Toni-ann is, once again, asking to be sponsored by Tajin- Met Gala Red Carpet and the overall mystery that is the M...
2024-05-1056 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 27 - A Full TTPD Breakdown (Jess and Toni-ann's Version)New Episode Friday!This was by far one of our favorite episodes to record, so if you're not a Swiftie, we are sorry, but we really hope that you'll stick around and still listen to what we have to say. We are running through all things Tortured Poets Department and Taylor Swift. -Release week as a Swiftie-What we expected the album to be vs. what we got-Full track-by-track breakdown of the OG 16 TTPD songs-Our reaction to the SURPRISE! DOUBLE! ALBUM! Along with more breakdown of 15 track Anthology
2024-05-031h 37Being Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 26 - Birthday Weekend Recap, Pop Culture News, Sports and Other ThingsIts Friday Besties!!! Here's what we got this week! Out the gate we are coming in hot. With Toni-ann recording from her parents' house and Jess's terrible wifi, we have a few technical issues but we cleaned it up for you all! We are recapping Toni-ann's birthday weekend, and how old we felt in the bar - WELCOME TO 32. Apparently, you are old if you know Soulja Boy in the bar. We BRIEFLY discuss the new Taylor Swift album, but that was just a preview for our ALL TTPD EPISODE NEXT WEEK! Swifties or...
2024-04-2645 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 24 - So Many Questions, Not Many AnswersHappy FriYAY Besties! After a week off, we are back with another episode of random topics. Today we are asking a million and seven questions, and we don't have many answers to any of them!Kicking it off with our ridiculous things, we discuss how Jess is now inflicting injuries on herself, rather than Toni-ann doing it for a change. Our questions begin with things at the doctor's office... why can't the doctor's office update their equipment in the year 2024? And what is the standard practice during a dental cleaning? Next up, SCIENCE (whi...
2024-04-1254 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 22 - Kitchen Injuries, St. Paddy's Day Shenanigans & LIB ReunionHappy Friday Besties! We are back with more than our usual shenanigans this week! In this installment, we discuss our kitchen injury stories, so by the end of our first segment, you will be questioning who allows us to cook our own meals. Nothing really new here because we are walking hazards and have established this many, many times. We are also recapping the festive St Paddy's Day weekend. Toni-ann spent the day in NYC so of course she has plenty to share, while Jess celebrated more low-key. Lastly, we are keeping up wit...
2024-03-2252 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 20 - Phrases We Hate, Jess's Thought Process, and The Royal Rabbit HoleHappy Friday Besties, we hope you are ready for this wild ride of an episode... as usual!Kicking it off with phrases we hate...and kind of do not understand? After the tangent of phrases, Jess is really taking you into a deep dive of her thought process and hopefully you can follow along. This brings us to a common ground of Jess and Toni-ann both hating the same meal their moms served as children. We started a list (that we will refer back to) of what happened to certain famous people- where did they go?...
2024-03-0851 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 19 - Expert Mixologists, Millennial Memory Lane, and Where's Kate?It's Friday and we are back. We have really picked up our beverage game with "What's in our china" this week folks! The mixologists have entered the building and you are going to want to make these cocktails! In typical fashion, our "Ridiculous Things" are indeed just that, Toni-ann hates the warm weather coming and Jess is an obsessive menu reader. These should not surprise anyone but you'll still be laughing at how ridiculous we are. As per usual, there are a wide array of topics this week, from unnecessarily using "thank you," to the agreement that j...
2024-03-0148 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 18 - Cheaper Than TherapyAfter a long week, the girls are back! Toni-ann is hurt (again) but on the mend, laughing through her pain for our entertainment. She did have a lucky weekend, and Jess also is thrilled for the return of the Choco Taco. As usual, we are covering an array of topics including Skittles being late to the marketing party, power ranking Disney Princes, how a man's car/truck says a lot about their anatomy, and so much more. We hope you enjoy - and thanks for being our friend!
2024-02-2350 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 17 - Galentine's Day! With Special GuestsWe have a very special week this week! In honor of Galentine's Day, we are dropping this episode on a Tuesday rather than a Friday. It is also our first ever episode with special guests! For this special episode, Toni-ann and Jess have Jamie, Kristin, and Sarah join to talk about all things dating in 2024. We have three single ladies, one married lady, and one long-distance/half-living together lady, so they all will have their own way of looking at the dating world today and their advice and perspectives!The dating world, especially with all the apps...
2024-02-131h 01Being Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 16 - Toni-ann Goes to NOLA and Grammys RecapHappy Friday Friends! Toni-ann is back from her Mardi Gras bachelorette party and telling us all about it! We are kicking things off learning all about the fun to be had in NOLA during Mardi Gras. And a special warning for all you looking to visit in the future- BEWARE OF THE WALKING CONDITIONS ON BOURBON STREET. You'll have to tune in to get the full story on that one. After we hear from our party girl, we are talking all things Grammys, and we must warn you, we are not hiding our love for Miss Taylor S...
2024-02-0955 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 14 - Toni-ann Can't Remember ShhhhhhYour favorite girls are back - but our memories are not! As always, Jess and Toni-ann are kicking it off with What's In Your China and Ridiculous Things. Of course, the topics or the tangents it takes them on are not disappointing. The rants range from interstate construction projects, overpriced Panera, still acting like it is 2020, and are we the only people not making homemade bread? It is all being covered. As for the title of this episode - Toni-ann loses her train of thought MULTIPLE times, but that does not keep us from discussing so...
2024-01-2645 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 13 - Completely Off The RailsHappy Friday Friends, we are back again. Jess is sick, so please excuse her voice... but the show must go on. Plus, that also reminds her of her ridiculous trust issues with orange juice to entertain you all. Toni-ann is showing off some new "china" from across the pond, and after these two opening topics, we really are heading "COMPLETELY OFF THE RAILS."This episode will truly take you on a rollercoaster, with conversations including multiple math lessons with Jess, playoff football recaps, the problem with modern award shows, daytime television, the Romans, and.... Sugar Babies. Yes, t...
2024-01-1953 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 12 - New Year, Same FriendsHello 2024! Toni-ann is back from "across the pond" and we are back in action! We are kicking off the year with a plethora of ridiculous things, and we apologize in advance for the ranting. But that's what we do best!The gals spent New Year's Eve together, so we dive into that, before recapping Toni-ann's first adventure of 2024. This trip DID NOT disappoint as her travel woes are quite entertaining. Lastly, we are discussing the Golden Globes. From the terrible monologue, the lack of red carpet, and lack of hype- the award season is just no...
2024-01-121h 07Being Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 11 - A Terrible Italian, and New Year's ThingsA post-Christmas episode with Jess and Toni-ann will have everyone else feeling like they had their lives together this week. Let's be real, the week between Christmas and the New Year is truly chaotic... hence this episode coming to you midday. The ladies are recapping Christmas and finally sharing Jess's DISGUST of tomatoes even though she is Italian. You'll hear her reasoning, but probably still won't understand it. After that, they chat all things New Year's Eve and Day. Pet Peeves, Resolutions, Goals, and much more. It is the final episode of 2023 and we hope you enjoy!
2023-12-2943 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 10 - Holiday Ridiculousness and Spreading Christmas CheerWe've made it to double digits! In this 10th installment, the girls follow up on past ridiculous things. Toni-ann's ankles have been diagnosed with a real-life problem, Jess shares a follow up to her wild weekend from Episode 9. Also, hear how Jess thought she was going to die while sending her Christmas cards. After the ridiculousness, it is Part Two of holiday cheer, making lists and discussing Christmas songs, and memorable gifts from our childhood. Hope you enjoy this episode and we wish all of you a Happy Holiday!
2023-12-2247 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 9 - JoBros Recap, Christmas Traditions, and Those Darn ElvesAfter a week long hiatus, the girls are back with lots to discuss! They kick it off - no pun intended - with learning about Toni-ann's vacation injury, that they may or may not have manifested on a previous show. As it was said before, the things discussed usually end up happening the following week. Even though she was injured, that did not stop her from any fun or the Jonas Brothers concert the girls went to at the Prudential Center. They recap everything from the brothers and their glow-up, to the interesting people seated around them, and the...
2023-12-1542 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 8 - Essential Neighborhood Spots, Christmas Music, & 10 Year ReunionsThe girls are back, and despite some audio hurdles they are here with some hot topics. Toni-ann is going away, bringing up some common travel chaos: did she pack enough and will the resort have tajin? While prepping for her vacation, they discuss having a go-to "spot" for nails and other essentials. Everyone needs a good nail, pizza and Chinese spot! Now that Thanksgiving is over, it is time for some holiday cheer, so they are talking Christmas music you MUST be listening to, and the anticipated Jo Bros concert next week!Lastly, they take a no...
2023-12-0139 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 7 - Thanksgiving Dinner with all the Side(bar)sIt's a Thanksgiving Feast of topics! Join Jess and Toni-ann as the topics come and go as quickly as the topics at your Thanksgiving Table. We have Ridiculous Things about waiting room etiquette, and Toni-ann partying like it's 2014. Toni-ann also still can't believe that if a bar sells spicy margaritas, that doesn't necessarily mean they have her favorite ingredient to go with it.In typical bestie fashion, things get more ridiculous when we play FMK: Thanksgiving Edition, and we learn Jess really hates all Thanksgiving foods. Then follow the hard turn to some pop culture news, debate...
2023-11-2241 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 6 - Technological Marvels and Comfy Gen Z TrendsThe ladies are in a head-to-head battle in their Fantasy League while recording Episode 6. Toni-ann has officially given up on drinking out of bowls, while sharing her fascination with the technology of the new McDonald's soda machine. After catching up on the weekend, the girls discuss changes in fashion over the years and the envy they share of the comfy Gen Z trends that Millennials did not have. Come along for the ride and laugh with us Friends!
2023-11-1743 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 5 - Girls Who Talk SportsIn their truest form, Jess and Toni-ann talk sports. In this episode, these two are ranting, certainly not raving about their teams. The Jets had a huge Week 9 loss and are spiraling backwards, the Mets hire a bench coach as the new manager, and apparently we are changing what the area surrounding Citi Field looks likes for fans? Throw in some philosophical thinking and the NYC Marathon recap and you have Episode 5 in a nutshell. Don't forget to like, subscribe and share!
2023-11-1044 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 4 - We Were A CountryIt's Week 4 and we are talking all things Halloween's past, and needing the Crazy Christmas people to give Tom the Turkey his moment to shine. The besties also go down a nostalgic rabbit hole when Toni-ann explains the "We were a country" trend to Jess. Overall it is a rollercoaster of topics but a fun one, we hope you enjoy!
2023-11-0341 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 3 - Ridiculous ThingsIt is Week 3 Friends! Jess and Toni-ann jump into an episode filled with classic "Ridiculous Things," starting with Toni-ann's "inventive" choice of glassware. From there, the girls spiral into conversations about must-have condiments, unnecessary prequels/sequels/spinoffs/adaptations, annoying television characters, and more. Episode 3 is truly the besties in their natural form - ranting and raving while making each other laugh. We hope we make laugh too. Enjoy!
2023-10-2735 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 2 - Shrinking Airheads, Brit & Justin, & Millennial True Crime NewsIn their second episode, Jess and Toni-ann kick off the show with a new segment called Ridiculous Things, which somehow leads to Jess teaching us all how to shrink an Airhead? Anyway, after that, the ladies dive into two hot millennial topics from this week: bombshells from Britney Spears' upcoming memoir, and breaking news about a true crime story that gripped every millennial growing up. As always, thanks for listening, friends!
2023-10-2028 minBeing Friends PodBeing Friends Ep 1 - Low Budget PodcastingJoin Jess and Toni-ann as they kick off a long-term goal of theirs to start a podcast. Get a glimpse into their crazy friendship of making fun of each other and themselves. The quality of episode one is low budget but as time goes on things will improve! Enjoy
2023-10-1337 minReal Happy Mom[176] How to Tame the Busyness of Motherhood Using Life SeasonsSend me a textFeeling super busy? Like there is no time to breathe or pee? Check out this episode with my guest Alicia. She shares how you can identify the season that you are in your life so that you can get rid of the busyness.Because I'll be honest with you, there are many times that I go through different seasons in life and think, Oh, if I just push a little harder, or if I just keep going and just grind it out, everything will eventually work itself out. And all I d...
2022-04-2632 minReal Happy Mom[REWIND] [127] The Easy Way to Simplify Motherhood. The Magic of Routines for Busy Moms with Ashley BrownSend me a textDo you ever find yourself feeling chaotic and overwhelmed? Maybe it's time to implement some good routines. Routines help reduce stress, add structure, and predictability to your day. Routines allow less decision-making and allow you to think clearly and not be overwhelmed and stressed out. Think of routines as a comfy blanket, keeping you warm and cozy because you know what is coming, you feel more comfortable, you feel at ease. Plus, routines help you to bring your values to the forefront of your life. Check out this episode with the routine queen, A...
2021-12-2122 minReal Happy Mom[127] The Easy Way to Simplify Motherhood. The Magic of Routines for Busy Moms with Ashley BrownSend me a textDo you ever find yourself feeling chaotic and overwhelmed? Maybe it's time to implement some good routines. Routines help reduce stress, add structure, and predictability to your day. Routines allow less decision-making and allow you to think clearly and not overwhelmed and stressed out. Think of routines as a comfy blanket, keeping you warm and cozy because you know what is coming, you feel more comfortable, you feel at ease. Plus, routines help you to bring your values to the forefront of your life. Check out this episode with the routine queen, Ashley, a...
2021-03-3023 minReal Happy MomMTT #58 - You don't have to do it allSend me a textIt's Thursday. This means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom, or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today I want to remind you that you don't have to do it all. COACHING WITH TONI-ANN: https://www.realhappymom.com/coachingor email me at hello@realhappymom.comREAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom ...
2021-03-2503 minReal Happy MomMTT #57 - You Are Doing Too MuchSend me a textIt's Thursday. This means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom, or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today I want to remind you to take things a little bit at a time.COACHING WITH TONI-ANN: https://www.realhappymom.com/coachingor email me at hello@realhappymom.comREAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom
2021-03-1803 minReal Happy Mom[125] A Simple Process for Meal Planning When You Have No Idea What's for Dinner with Andrea HeymanSend me a textHow many times have you scrambled to figure out what's for dinner only to put something together that wasn't so great or just decided to order take out?I know this has happened too many times. Many times, not because of a lack of preparation, but a lack of time.One thing that we busy moms need is meals that look like they came from the Pioneer Woman or Barefoot Contessa, but took on 30 minutes tops to create.So how do you do this?First...
2021-03-1629 minReal Happy MomMTT #56 - You Can't Control TimeSend me a textIt's Thursday. This means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom, or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today I'm talking about this simple fact ... you can't control time.Make sure to check out:Take The Stairs by Rory VadenProcrastinate on Purpose by Rory Vaden(Read these books in this order. I promise if you only implement one...
2021-03-1103 minReal Happy Mom[124] What's Your Enneagram Number? Using Your Enneagram Number to Understand Yourself and Improve Relationships with Becky WilliamsSend me a textIs it just me, or have you wondered what's the deal with these Enneagram numbers?You hear people talking and saying things like, "Yeah, I'm a 3 wing right."I have heard so many people talk about the Enneagram test and then throw around their numbers. But what does it all mean?Basically, the Enneagram is a personality test that is based on 9 different personality types. The beauty of the Enneagram personality test is it is a simple (but could be complicated) way to understand yourself and others.
2021-03-0925 minReal Happy MomMTT #55 - Your Kids Will Be So Proud of YouSend me a textIt's Thursday. This means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom, or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today I'm talking about why your kids are going to be so proud of you.COACHING WITH TONI-ANN: https://www.realhappymom.com/coachingor email me at hello@realhappymom.comREAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom R...
2021-03-0404 minReal Happy Mom[123] Money Talk! Tips for Improving Your Finances with Rho ThomasSend me a textThe biggest financial lesson I learned in 2020 is how important it is to have healthy emergency savings that you can live off of for at least 3 months.After seeing many people being furloughed and laid off, it is important to have your finances in order so that you don't have to take another big hit. But where do you start if you have no idea?Don't worry. I have my friend and money coach, Rho, here to help.Rho has an impressive financial journey and is working...
2021-03-0227 minReal Happy MomMTT #54 - Do You Have Power Hour? What is a Power Hour and How to Implement It.Send me a textIt's Thursday. This means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom, or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today I'm talking about having a power hour.COACHING WITH TONI-ANN: https://www.realhappymom.com/coachingor email me at hello@realhappymom.comREAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom REAL HAPPY MOM COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.c...
2021-02-2503 minReal Happy Mom[122] No More Frumpy Mom! How to Go From Frumpy to Put Together with Beverly OsemwenkhaeSend me a textAs a busy mom, it is easy to get into wearing leggings and a messy bun for day to day wear. But one thing that I have found is when you look good, you begin to feel good. When you feel good, you exude confidence. I know you want to wear more than jeans and leggings when you are out running errands. But where do you even start?Don't worry, because I've got my friend Bee that is going to help us go from frumpy mom to pu...
2021-02-2324 minReal Happy MomMTT #53 - Random Acts of KindnessSend me a textIt's Thursday. This means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom, or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today I'm talking about random acts of kindness. COACHING WITH TONI-ANN: https://www.realhappymom.com/coachingor email me at hello@realhappymom.comREAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom REAL HAPPY MOM COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.co...
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