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Hop CultureHop Culture100: #influenced6Happy 100th! đŸ„ł We reminisced about some of our favorite Hop Culture moments to start off the episode. But we didn’t want to get too self-indulgent, so we steered the conversation toward another installment of #influenced. Did Grace try any listener suggestions? Did Anne follow through on her intend-to-tries? You’ll have to tune in and find out!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2023-01-2643 minHop CultureHop Culture099: Family FoiblesEvery family has its quirks. And today we’re talking about them! We divulged some of our own, and we asked listeners to share as well. Some of yours were a tad disturbing, but we’re glad you’re here anyway!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2023-01-1942 minHop CultureHop Culture098: EmojisThink emojis are pretty straight forward? Think again! In this episode we shared some of our go-tos, unpacked some family drama surrounding seemingly innocuous emojis, and learned some new ways to use the emojis we thought we knew.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2023-01-1145 minHop CultureHop Culture097: Hoppy New YearLong time no see! We’re hopping into this episode with some life updates, most notably the birth of Baby Gwen! We also followed up on last year’s Follow Through in 2022 series. Some of us were more successful than others, but we all learned some valuable lessons along the way.    Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2023-01-0649 minHop CultureHop Culture096: Festive FlicksFor our final episode of 2022, we each chose a Christmas classic we had never seen to watch and summarize. We kept our critiques gentle since some of these movies are beloved family favorites! Merry Christmas from Hop Culture, and we’ll talk to you in the new year!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-12-0250 minHop CultureHop Culture095: LIOLI: ChristmasThis week we are deciding which holiday traditions we’d like to keep around and which ones we wouldn’t miss. Will caroling, advent calendars, and white elephant parties survive the chopping block? You’ll have to listen to find out!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-11-2648 minHop CultureHop Culture094: Holiday Guide 2022It’s time for our first annual holiday guide! What is a holiday guide, you may ask? To be honest, some of us didn’t really know either. But we thought it would be fun to come up with some seasonal things to look forward to this year! Let us know what’s on your personal holiday guide over on our Instagram.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-11-1752 minHop CultureHop Culture093: TraditionsWith the holiday season upon us, we decided to dive into traditions: why they’re important, why they sometimes cause stress, and how to choose traditions that are right for you and your family. We’re not sharing a list of our favorite traditions, because according to certain sisters, there’s nothing more boring!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-11-1051 minHop CultureHop Culture092: Election 2022It’s time to dust off your voter registration cards and cast your votes in the Hop Culture elections! We put our debate skills to the test and presented our nominees in a number of pop culture categories. Don’t forget to share your opinion and vote on our instagram stories!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-11-031h 01Hop CultureHop Culture091: Spook AlleyHoppy Halloween (get it?) from the Hopkin sisters! We kept this episode very mild for all the Annes out there. We talked Halloween plans, scary movies, and irrational fears.    Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-10-2857 minHop CultureHop Culture090: Self CareIs self-care just an annoying buzzword manufactured to fuel consumerism? Or is it deeper than that? That’s what we debate in this episode of Hop Culture. Some of us are able to embrace self-care with open arms while others have some serious hang ups over it—bet you can guess who is who!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-10-201h 05Hop CultureHop Culture089: #influenced5This week we are bringing you another #influenced episode, where we report on some of the pop culture trends we've been influenced to try lately. Only this time we also went off the rails a bit and shared some want-to-tries and even a nobody-else-is-allowed-to-try!    What have you been influenced to do or purchase lately? And would you recommend? Let us know!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-10-1342 minHop CultureHop Culture088: Dancing QueensWe’re leaving it all on the dance floor in this episode! We took a pas de bourrĂ©e down memory lane and discussed our past (and current!) dance experiences. Don’t miss the announcement that had us all speechless!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-10-0654 minHop CultureHop Culture087: The Problem Solvers 2We’re back with another installment of Problem Solvers! We asked you to send us your sticky situations, and you guys sent us some real stumpers. But in true Hopkin fashion, we rose to the occasion and shelled out some really sound advice. Tell us what you think of our solutions on our Instagram!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-09-2957 minHop CultureHop Culture086: Make Reading Fun (with Tierney Shorter)Do you want to know how to make reading a more enjoyable experience for your whole family? Today’s your lucky day! We are honored to be joined by Tierney Shorter. Tierney is a former 6th grade teacher, book lover, and mom of four. She noticed that kids tend to lose their excitement about reading sometime before age 12. She created her instagram account, @makereadingfun, to help you raise lifelong readers. Tierney shared the most valuable tips with us! Don’t miss this one.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-reali...2022-09-2243 minHop CultureHop Culture085: Hop Culture Book Club - The Lazy Genius WayIt’s time for our much-teased Hop Culture Book Club on the Lazy Genius Way by Kendra Adachi! This book proved life changing for not only Grace but for all the sisters. Tune in for some tips to make your life easier!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-09-1555 minHop CultureHop Culture084: Comfort FoodIt’s (almost) fall, y’all! And what would fall be without some cozy autumnal recipes? In this episode, we shared some of our favorite cozy recipes, and we discussed our meal planning challenges and tips. We hope this episode sets you up for a smooth transition to fall cooking!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-09-081h 03Hop CultureHop Culture083: In This Economy?!Today we’re sharing our worst money saving tips! Hopefully you can learn from our failures. We also asked our listeners for both their favorite and least favorite tips to save a buck—We must admit we have some wise listeners! We think there might actually be some valuable knowledge to be gleaned here.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-09-0156 minHop CultureHop Culture082: Down the Rabbit HoleWho among us hasn’t fallen into a rabbit hole or two on the internet? Today we’re each sharing a completely random topic we could talk nonstop about. From children’s programming to college scandals, join us as we dive deep into the rabbit hole!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-08-2556 minHop CultureHop Culture081: LIOLI: Eating OutThis week we’re talking about which aspects of eating out we love, and which ones we’d lose! The agenda includes ordering family style, secret menus, asking the waiter for suggestions, and more!    Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-08-181h 04Hop CultureHop Culture080: Hop Culture Book Club - This is Where You BelongDo you love where you live or do you long to move as far away as possible? For this episode of Hop Culture Book Club, we read “This is Where You Belong: The Art and Science of Loving the Place You Live” by Melody Warnick. We discussed our feelings about where we’ve ended up and how we might apply the principles in the book to fall a little more in love with our towns.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-08-111h 07Hop CultureHop Culture079: DCOMsLet’s watch a Disney Channel movie đŸŽ” This Week we’re talking Disney Channel Original Movies! Did you ever watch your way through a handwritten list of DCOMs as a child? This episode is for you! We shared some fun facts about DCOMs as well as which ones may be worth a rewatch!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-08-041h 04Hop CultureHop Culture078: Judge JudyJudging: We’ve all done it. đŸ‘©â€âš–ïž If you’ve ever felt guilty for comparing yourself to others in order to feel better about yourself, or if you’ve ever felt mom-shamed, this episode is for you! We looked into why it’s human nature to judge and how to stop doing it, and to keep things lighthearted we also shared times we’ve felt judged by each other!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-07-2857 minHop CultureHop Culture077: Not Gonna LieWe hopped on the NGL bandwagon and spent this episode answering your anonymous questions. From our favorite books to our guilty pleasures, we’re spilling all the tea!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-07-2255 minHop CultureHop Culture076: Unpopular Opinions 2We’re back from our summer break with a second round of unpopular opinions! We asked for listener submissions and nothing is safe—including our favorite salsa recipe. Listen now for some weird/hilarious/rather pointed opinions!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-07-1453 minHop CultureHop Culture075:#influenced4It’s time for another #influenced! As always, we reviewed some of the products and ideas that we have been influenced to try out lately. Only this time, we added in a controversial rapid fire round! Give it a listen and let us know how you’ve been influenced lately!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-06-3052 minHop CultureHop Culture074: LIOLI: AdagesWe Hopkins love our idioms and adages. So for this Love It or Leave It episode, we decided which adages are worth their weight in gold and which are full of hot air! Got a bone to pick with our opinions? Clear the air @HopCulturePod on Instagram!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-06-2349 minHop CultureHop Culture073: Hop Culture Book Club - Hit Makers: How to Succeed in an Age of DistractionIf you’ve ever wondered how an auto-tuned rap took over TikTok or how everyone decided one fanny pack was superior to all others, then we might have a book for you. In this installment of Hop Culture Book Club, we’re discussing “Hit Makers: How to Succeed in an Age of Distraction” by Derek Johnson.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-06-1650 minHop CultureHop Culture072: Baby on BoardHave you heard the big news? Anne and her husband Matt welcomed Dottie Louise into the world this week! To help prepare for the newest Hopkin to arrive, we asked you all for your best new-baby advice and you delivered. Tune in to our discussion of the potential perils of online parenting forums, the best things to wear postpartum, favorite famous babies, and a special announcement!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-06-091h 03Hop CultureHop Culture071: Feral Girl SummerThere’s more to summer than just looking good, so today we are talking about all the various ways we prep for the season. From tips for managing a busy summer schedule to our favorite summer products and recipes, we shared our best ideas to take your summer from cruel to cool 😎   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-06-0254 minHop CultureHop Culture070: Grace Under FireIt’s almost Grace’s birthday! đŸ„ł We decided to celebrate her by putting her in the hot seat.  We did our own version of Hot Ones—Grace answered our questions while eating increasingly spicy chicken wings đŸ„” Find out if Grace can take the heat on this episode of Hop Culture!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-05-2648 minHop CultureHop Culture069: Capsule WardrobesCapsule wardrobes: helpful or hoax? Tess has pared down her closet many times only to miss her clothes, and Claire enthusiastically embraced the process in preparation for this episode. We talked about some of the reservations we’ve had when it comes to capsule wardrobes, and we also discussed why they might be useful. Have you tried a capsule wardrobe before? Head to our Instagram and let us know what you thought!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-05-1954 minHop CultureHop Culture068: UnderratedIt seems like you can’t do anything in life without reading reviews first, doesn’t it? In this episode, we discussed our personal philosophies on reading and leaving reviews. We revealed which family member is hooked on writing reviews, and we shared some befuddling bad reviews of some of our nation’s monuments.    Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-05-1248 minHop CultureHop Culture067: Questions with Carm (with Karen Hopkin)What better way to celebrate Mother’s Day than by subjecting our mom to an interrogation? We shared some fun facts about our mom, Karen, and then we jumped into some questions! She shared the advice she’d give her younger self, hosting tips, and more! Thank you to our listeners who submitted questions. Happy Mother’s Day!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-05-0657 minHop CultureHop Culture066: #influenced 3It’s time for another episode of #influenced, where we all share things that we’ve recently been influenced to try out. From recipes to podcasts to tanning products, we’re giving you our honest reviews on the trends we couldn’t resist trying!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-04-2855 minHop CultureHop Culture065: I Want CandyWith the last of the seasonal candy holidays passing us by, we had sweets on the brain! We asked the listeners for their opinions surrounding seasonal and discontinued candies, and there were some controversial opinions out there! We rounded out this sugar high of an episode with some strangely dark weekly wins—tune in to ride this roller coaster with us!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-04-2158 minHop CultureHop Culture064: The Gilmore Girls EpisodeYou may have noticed we’re big Gilmore Girls fans over here! We decided it’s time to dedicate an entire episode to the beloved mother-daughter duo. Keep your eye on our Instagram where you can participate in our Gilmore Girls this-or-that!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-04-1455 minHop CultureHop Culture063: Book Club - Intuitive EatingIt’s time for another Hop Culture book club! For today’s episode, we talked about the book  “Intuitive Eating: A Revolutionary Anti-Diet Approach” by Elyse Resch and Evelyn Tribole. We discussed some of the strange diet rules that still stick with us, whether we fully buy into the concept of intuitive eating, and how we can raise our kids to listen to their hunger and fullness cues.    **If this is a sensitive subject for you, we totally understand if you skip this week’s episode!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link...2022-04-071h 01Hop CultureHop Culture062: Let It GoThey say it’s best to forgive and forget. But sometimes it’s just more fun to hold a grudge! In this episode, we shared some of the (mostly harmless) grudges we can’t quite let go of. Tune in to hear us air our grievances!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-03-3155 minHop CultureHop Culture061: DisagreeableIn this episode we approached the touchy subject of handling disagreements. Like with most other topics, we laughed a lot and found ourselves in the weeds a few times. But we hope we also provided some good tips for handling our differences in a world where it seems like nobody agrees on anything! Don’t miss this episode of Hop Culture!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-03-2557 minHop CultureHop Culture060: Ladies Who LunchThe lunch episode didn’t start as a serious idea, but as we joked about it we realized there’s actually a lot to talk about when it comes to this midday meal! We discussed our hangups about lunch, some funny experiences from our past, as well as some research about the importance of lunch. Lastly, we shared your lunch ideas along with some of our own.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-03-1754 minHop CultureHop Culture059: Would You Rather?Grace and Anne managed to grace us with their presence even though they were on vacation in Florida. For their sakes, we kept it light with a round of Would You Rather? As is typical, we managed to overcomplicate this relatively simple game. Keep an eye on our Instagram stories this week so we can hear your answers to these controversial questions!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-03-1057 minHop CultureHop Culture058: ConfessionsWe asked listeners for their funniest confessions, and they delivered! We also joined in the fun and shared some of our own rather shameful moments. A big thank you to our listeners for making this episode possible by trusting us with your secrets!    Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-03-0344 minHop CultureHop Culture057: What’s in a NameNicknames: We all have them. From the predictable (Claire Bear and Annabelle) to the wacky (Buxton and Goodle-y Goo), we are rarely in control of the nicknames we receive. In this episode, we talked about some of our favorite nicknames as well as the ones we wish wouldn’t stick. Head to our Instagram to commiserate over our unfortunate nicknames!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-02-2453 minHop CultureHop Culture056: Love It or Lose It: RomComsThis week, we’re talking chick flicks! We all agreed that many of them have not aged well, but that’s about all we agreed on! Do you concur with our consensus on your favorite rom-com? Let us know!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-02-1857 minHop CultureHop Culture055: #influenced2Since our original #influenced episode went over well, we decided to make it a recurring thing! In today’s episode, we reviewed trends, products, recipes, etc. that social media has influenced to us to try, and we let you know which ones lived up to the buzz. Head to our Instagram and let us know how you’ve been #influenced lately!   Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-02-101h 01Hop CultureHop Culture054: Hop Culture Book Club: The Little Book of HyggeWe’re talking about The Little Book of Hygge for the inaugural episode of Hop Culture Book Club! If you can get past Claire’s pronunciations of Danish words, you may find this discussion of cozy principles timely. If you’ve read the book, head to our Instagram and tell us your thoughts!   Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-02-0350 minHop CultureHop Culture053: Cash Is QueenFor our final installment of Following Through in 2022, we are talking about money—but don’t worry, we promise we kept it lighthearted! Did you know there are financial personality types? Neither did we, but we had fun delving into our attitudes and motivations around money. Grace also helped us out with some actual financial advice, which is definitely worth a listen!   Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-01-2759 minHop CultureHop Culture052: Girls Just Want To Have FunAnne’s goal for the year is to have more fun! So for our third installment of Follow Through in 2022, we discussed why it’s so hard to prioritize fun as adults, and then we got into the research on how to have more fun. We shared some of the ways our listeners make life fun, but if you have any ideas to add, head to our Instagram and let us know!   Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-01-2051 minHop CultureHop Culture051: Let Your Hair DownIn this episode, Tess shares the hairy details of her life as a curly girl, and Anne shares some of the weird things that clients have said to her hairstylist friends. We also ask Anne some of our burning questions such as, "Is is bad to wash my hair every day?" Listen for a hair-raising good time!   Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-01-1350 minHop CultureHop Culture050: Memory LaneIn our 50th episode, we began with a review of our Florida trip (spoiler: We all want to move there now). Then we kicked off our new series, Following Through in 2022, with a chat about memory keeping! Though we were all once enthusiastic scrapbookers, we shared some more practical methods for documenting our lives in this modern time. Share your favorite memory keeping tips with us on our Instagram, @hopculturepod!   Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-01-0754 minHop CultureHop Culture049: The Best and Worst of 2021Love it or hate it, Spotify Wrapped inspired us to do our own little wrap-up of the year 2021. We talked about some of our new obsessions, least favorite internet trends, what we are most proud of, and more. We are so thankful to our wonderful listeners for making this a great year, and we’ll see you in 2022!   Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-12-1641 minHop CultureHop Culture048: Famous FailsSome moments live on in our family lore no matter how hard we try to move past them. In this episode, we recount some of our more (in)famous failures. There’s lots of falling, driving mishaps, and even a show-and-tell gone awry. Laugh and cry along with us in this episode of Hop Culture!   Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-12-0951 minHop CultureHop Culture047: A Christmas CarolWe started this episode by discussing some of our favorite Christmas songs, including some lesser-known gems. We asked our listeners to submit their least favorite Christmas songs, and we received more answers than ever before! For the most part we agreed with you, but there were a few submissions that shocked us. "Tune" in to Hop Culture this week for a musical trip down Santa Claus Lane!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-12-0250 minHop CultureHop Culture046: Where Are They Now?It's a very Hopkin Thanksgiving! We started this episode with some Thanksgiving predictions that cast some of us in a less-than-flattering light. Then we moved on to the meat of the episode: What ever happened to some of our most beloved supporting characters? Join us on our deep dive into the complicated lives of some forgotten favorites!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-11-2546 minHop CultureHop Culture045: Gratitude with AttitudeWe wanted to jump on the gratitude train, but we can’t do anything like normal people. So we bring you: Gratitude with Attitude! We shared some of the small and weird things that make each day a little bit better.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-11-1849 minHop CultureHop Culture044: The Problem SolversGot problems? We can solve ‘em! This week we asked you for your stickiest situations, and we gave you solicited advice for a change. Though we are completely unqualified, we did our best to offer solutions on topics ranging from comfy workwear to surviving the winter. Head to our Instagram to let us know any tips and tricks we may have missed!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-11-1147 minHop CultureHop Culture043: There‘s No Time Like the PresentIt's that time of year! With the threat of shipping delays weighing on us, we've got Christmas shopping on the brain. To take the edge off, we discussed some articles on the psychology of gift giving, and we shared some of our go-to gift ideas. Keep an eye out for the Hop Culture gift guide!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-11-0452 minHop CultureHop Culture042: Supermarket SweepWe decided to help Grace find her latest go-to grocery store in her new home by rating the best and worst supermarkets. Find out if your favorite grocery store is on the line in this episode of Hop Culture!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-10-2849 minHop CultureHop Culture041: Health Coaching with Emma FosterOur cousin Emma joined us to talk all things health and wellness!  Emma is a health coach, so we asked her some of our most pressing health questions. We covered how to be more consistent in our health goals, how to improve our relationship with food, and more! Disclaimer: We steered clear of discussing any particular diets or other triggering topics, but please keep your own mental health in mind and skip this episode if this is a difficult topic for you.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/so...2021-10-1444 minHop CultureHop Culture040: Halloween Triumphs and TragediesNeed a lighthearted break from spooky season? We tried to keep this Halloween episode more delightful than frightful! Claire shares her odd specifications for Halloween candy, Tess is finally dressed weather-appropriately, and Anne laments a childhood trick-or-treat gone wrong. Join us for our Halloween triumphs and tragedies! Show notes: www.hopculturepod.com   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-10-0737 minHop CultureHop Culture039: Offbeat OpinionsIf you love circus peanuts, the smell of a skunk, or when the workout instructor asks for a "Woot woot!", then you just might fit in around here. We asked our listeners for offbeat opinions, and you all came through! Head to our Instagram and tell us which opinion was the wildest!   Show notes: www.hopculturepod.com   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-09-3045 minHop CultureHop Culture038: Survival of the FittestThis week we are celebrating the long-awaited return of Survivor! Whether you’re a Survivor fan or not (yet), this episode has something for everyone. We discuss our favorite seasons and castaways, as well as some hypotheticals: which challenges would we excel at, what would we contribute to our tribes, and, most importantly, how would we wear our buffs? The tribe has spoken, and you don’t want to miss it!   Show notes: www.hopculturepod.com   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.02021-09-2348 minHop CultureHop Culture037: First Things FirstPrioritizing is an important skill in our busy world, but where do you start? Luckily we did the research for you! We combed through some insightful books and podcasts to bring you some quick and easy tips to help you spend more time on the things that matter most to you.   Show notes: www.hopculturepod.com   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-09-1647 minHop CultureHop Culture036 The B ListJoin us as we create the ultimate bucket list! We talk dream homes, ideal reality show appearances, concerts we'd like to attend, and more. Don't miss Grace's shockingly attainable dream vacation and Claire's inflammatory list of Top 5 Dogs this week on Hop Culture. Show notes: www.hopculturepod.com   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-09-0954 minHop CultureHop Culture035: Love It Or Lose It - High School EditionCertain high school traditions become fond memories while others (*cough* school dances) belong in the past. Find out which aspects of our high school experiences are on the chopping block in this installment of Love it or Lose It.   Show notes: www.hopculturepod.com   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-09-0246 minHop CultureHop Culture034: Doggy Dog WorldThis episode is a safe space for everyone from slightly-obsessed dog owners to those who only want to admire canines from afar. Join us and our good friend Lauren Snider as we discuss the pinnacle of pets, the pooch.   Show notes: www.hopculturepod.com   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-08-2644 minHop CultureHop Culture033: Sister SisterOur mom takes the role of game master as we face the ultimate test of our sisterly bond. Which of us is the worst driver? What are our most annoying qualities? Who will come out on top in this sisterly struggle? The answers may surprise you.   Show notes: www.hopculturepod.com   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-08-1955 minHop CultureHop Culture032: DI Why???Pinterest made us do it! In this episode, we spill some of our most distressing DIY disasters, as well as the most valuable lessons we've learned through our crafting experiences.   Show notes: www.hopculturepod.com   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-08-1255 minHop CultureHop Culture031: If I Were You . . .This week, we're breaking down bits of advice that we've been given through the years, and some that our listeners submitted, too. Want to hear our consensus on the "don't go to bed angry" rule or our best advice for prioritizing? You'll have to listen to find out!   Show notes: www.hopculturepod.com   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-08-0541 minHop CultureHop Culture030: How Do You Like Me Now?Sometimes you're jamming out to a classic tune and you realize . . . the lyrics haven't aged well. This week we're sharing song lyrics that stand the test of time, and others that make us cringe. Show notes: www.hopculturepod.com   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-07-2947 minHop CultureHop Culture029: What's Your Sign?Is Gryffindor the best house or the worst? Do we really need to know our love languages to have healthy relationships? And just how passive-aggressive is Anne? This week, we debate all of these questions and more. Join us as we talk about our favorite personality tests!   Show notes: www.hopculturepod.com   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-07-2245 minHop CultureHop Culture028: Social CaterpillarsDo you struggle with social interactions post-pandemic, or is it just us?  Follow along as we discuss our sometimes awkward, but always rewarding, attempts to make and keep friends.     Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-07-1549 minHop CultureHop Culture027: The Great OutdoorsAh, nature. Whether by choice or by necessity, we've all spent some time there. This week we share some research about getting kids (and ourselves) outside more, discuss the definition of "outdoorsy," and try to navigate the social pressures that come with outdoor activities.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-07-0848 minHop CultureHop Culture026: Trip of LiesThis week we talk travel stories (until we devolve into rehashing old grievances). Head over to @hopculturepod on Instagram to let us know if you have travel tips or mishaps to share.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-07-0246 minHop CultureHop Culture025: Love It or Lose It: Summer EditionSummer is here, and we're loving it! But are all summer activities created equal? We debate the merits of things like parades, picnics, and linen pants on this installment of Love It or Lose It.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-06-2442 minHop CultureHop Culture024: Goodwill HuntingOne thing we are experts on is finding a deal. We talk about tips for being a good thrift store shopper, as well as being a conscientious donor when you have used items to give. Plus get the results of our XTREME thrift store competition. Who will win, and who will be left in the dust?   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-06-1855 minHop CultureHop Culture023: Feel the BurnIf you want to get motivated to crush it at the gym, look elsewhere! This week we're talking about exercise gone wrong. (Jazzercise, anyone?) We also share some of our experiences in trying to find joy and balance through movement, without getting caught up in obsessiveness.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-06-1158 minHop CultureHop Culture022: Almost Famous (with Mark Hopkin)This week our dad, Mark Hopkin, joins us to talk brushes with fame. Growing up with a dad in advertising meant appearing in t.v. ads when he needed child "talent" (but we would do in a pinch).    Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer 2021-06-0448 minHop CultureHop Culture021: Battle of the CheugsYour favorite cheugs are back at it this week with a little game we're calling "Battle of the Cheugs." As the resident Gen Z, Tess guides us through pairs of dueling cheugy items, and we decide which ones to keep. Millennials beware, you're in for a scare.    Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-05-281h 01Hop CultureHop Culture020: Adventures in BabysittingLove it or hate it, babysitting was a big part of our teenage years. This week we share your babysitting experiences, as well as recounting some of our favorite and least favorite parts of the job. Plus, Claire gives advice for how to eat a tiny snack at someone's house without them noticing.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-05-211h 09Hop CultureHop Culture019: HomeschoolWould anyone be surprised to find out we were homeschooled? There are plenty of cool people who do homeschool, but sadly this episode proves we don't belong to that group. Join us as we discuss being Phantom of the Opera kids, crying at the prospect of going to public school, and graduating early.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-05-131h 08Hop CultureHop Culture018: Recap: This is a RobberyThis week we're recapping the Netflix documentary "This is a Robbery: The World's Biggest Art Heist. If you didn't watch it, about halfway through the episode we devolve into TV in general and then start talking about Costco, so there's really something for everyone.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-05-0656 minHop CultureHop Culture017: Unpopular OpinionsThis week we read some of your most unpopular opinions! Thanks to everyone who submitted a hot take. Whether we agreed or disagreed, we had so much fun hearing your (sometimes wild) thoughts.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-04-3053 minHop CultureHop Culture016: Can't Knock the HustleWe love a good hustle. Whether it's getting involved in a passion project or just making a little cash on the side, we're there. This week we talk about our best and worst side gigs, and share some tips for how to start a venture with the right motivations.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-04-2349 minHop CultureHop Culture015: Do You Want Fries with ThatTry as we might to say otherwise, we know fast food. This week we reveal some of our favorite places and menu items, and find out Anne has been keeping us from our Arby's dreams for years.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-04-1556 minHop CultureHop Culture014: Spring into.. Spring?Love it or hate it, spring is here! We talk about our favorite parts of the season and talk about what we're looking forward to this year. Claire tries to blame her weird pronunciation of "fragrance" on her seasonal allergies.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-04-0953 minHop CultureHop Culture013: All About BirthdaysWe have a lot of spring birthdays in our family, so this week we're talking about birthdays! Are some times of year better for birthdays than others? How many restaurant freebies can one ethically claim? These questions and more answered in this episode.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-04-0158 minHop CultureHop Culture012: 73 QuestionsWe channel our inner celebrity and do a round of 73 questions. We may not have glamorous LA homes to show off, but we do have plenty of opinions.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-03-251h 03Hop CultureHop Culture011: CostcoSince we're talking about Costco this week, we decided to bring on Costco's number one fan to guest this week: our mom! Note - something went wrong with Anne's audio, so we lost her weekly win and a few other things, but she was there!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-03-1846 minHop CultureHop Culture010: Organized ChaosWe may not be qualified to talk about organization, but that's not going to stop us! We share a few tips for getting things under control, but mostly we share our worst organization confessions.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-03-1147 minHop CultureHop Culture009: Changing CourseThis isn't clickbait: you won't believe how many times Tess changed her major in college. Join us as we talk about changing course in life, school, and careers!   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-03-0450 minHop CultureHop Culture008: #influencedFrom feta pasta to Trader Joes hauls, this week we take on our favorite trends.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-02-2552 minHop CultureHop Culture007: Books that Left an ImpressionWe talk about some of our favorite childhood books. Spoiler alert: it's a lot of stories about four sisters. We also share some of the books that have impacted us as adults.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-02-1836 minHop CultureHop Culture006: Galentine's Day We're back, and here to talk about one of our favorite holidays! We get into which TV ladies we want to be our galentines, plus share some research on the importance of strong social networks.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: //incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: //creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-02-1143 minHop CultureHop Culture005: Interior Design with Katie HollomanWe interview our incredibly talented friend Katie Holloman about her career as an interior designer. No matter what stage of life you are in, she explains how you can create a home that feels like you.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2020-06-1839 minHop CultureHop Culture004: Declassified--Legends of Facebook MarketplaceThis week we talk about buying and selling online. Claire breaks down the classic people you might see, including the Absentee Buyer, the Angry Seller, and the Vintage Schemer. We also share our weirdest experiences with Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, etc.   2020-05-2836 minHop CultureHop Culture003: HabitsWe share our worst habits and struggle to think of our best. Tess shares three tips from the pros for building life-long good patterns.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2020-05-2143 minHop CultureHop Culture002: Getting More out of Social MediaThis week we talk about social media and how to use it to your best advantage. Claire discovers she's a Facebook mom, Grace has no online presence, Anne faces her Instagram fears, and Tess can't be tied down.   Music: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2020-05-1442 minHop CultureHop Culture001: Mother's DayMusic: Realizer by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5047-realizer License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2020-05-0736 min