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Episodes

AWESOME EVER AFTER

The time has come, dear friends and Awesomes, to bring you one last conversation. And we thought it would be... more

22 Dec 2023 · 1 hour, 51 minutes
471 The year in AWESOME: 2023

It’s that time of year again, friends! Pop the bubbly and join Meg, Kelly, and Rebekah for a conversation covering... more

15 Dec 2023 · 1 hour, 41 minutes
470 BEST OF Kelly Gordon!

We continue our reflection back on the best moments of Sorta Awesome, and this week, the spotlight is on Kelly... more

08 Dec 2023 · 1 hour, 43 minutes
469 BEST OF Rebekah Hoffer!

Friends, you are in for a treat this week! As we begin the final weeks of Sorta Awesome, we are... more

01 Dec 2023 · 1 hour, 48 minutes
468 The all hits, no misses Gift Guide

Sure, you’ve seen other holiday gift guides, but how many gift guides are made BY Awesomes, FOR Awesomes?! Let’s revisit... more

24 Nov 2023 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
467 Midlife with Mindy & Meg: midlife books and reading

Gather ‘round, Awesomes! Today’s conversation is a big one; the time has come for the final episode in our Midlife... more

17 Nov 2023 · 1 hour, 28 minutes
466 Pet mania! (A group show)

Whether you’ve got a furry little animal soul mate at your side or you are happily pet-free, you will definitely... more

10 Nov 2023 · 1 hour, 31 minutes
Ep. 465 Sorta Goodbye

If we’ve learned anything from Taylor Swift this year, it’s that eras come, and eras go. Today, the Sorta Awesome... more

03 Nov 2023 · 27 minutes
464 The Sex Episode

What happens when all those Purity Culture kids from the 90s and early 2000s grow up and get married? Well... more

27 Oct 2023 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
463 These discoveries will upgrade your life!

We are always all about taking care of YOU, and today, one of our favorite Enneagram 2s who always has... more

20 Oct 2023 · 1 hour, 1 minute
462 15 new releases we absolutely loved!

Awesomes, have you noticed that 2023 is just killing it when it comes to amazing new book releases?! Meg is... more

13 Oct 2023 · 1 hour, 22 minutes
461 The AWESOME LIST for Fall 2023

What’s the color you’ll be seeing everywhere this autumn? What little hack can make your mums even more glorious? Which... more

06 Oct 2023 · 1 hour, 11 minutes
460 Pro Tip: Failure can be fun! with Patrick Hinds

It’s a big dream-come-true day for Meg as she gets to sit down with one of her all-time favorite podcasters:... more

29 Sep 2023 · 44 minutes
459 What was the last ... ?

Meg and Rebekah had SO MANY WORDS for this conversation that we had to trim it waaaaaay down, BUT! The... more

22 Sep 2023 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
Ep. 458 Soup season ideas to steal from The Cook's Book with Bri McKoy!

Some of us find joy in the kitchen, and some of us … well, maybe it’s not joy we find... more

15 Sep 2023 · 43 minutes
457 Dear me at sixteen ...

Oh, if only we could have known then what we know now, right? If you could tell your sixteen year... more

08 Sep 2023 · 1 hour, 19 minutes
456 Midlife with Mindy & Meg: the ultimate bittersweet

In our Midlife with Mindy & Meg series, we’ve covered lots of topics from many angles about the physical changes... more

01 Sep 2023 · 1 hour, 20 minutes
455 The internet made me buy it! PART TWO

We know - we left you on a cliffhanger! Sorry about that, friends. But here is part TWO of Meg’s... more

25 Aug 2023 · 43 minutes
454 The internet made me buy it! PART ONE

Fire up those browser tabs, friends! This week, Meg, Kelly, and Rebekah are here give you the scoop on all... more

18 Aug 2023 · 53 minutes
453 Advocating for people experiencing homelessness: a conversation with Nate Hoffer

The third time is, indeed, a charm for one of our favorite Sorta Awesome spouses - Nate Hoffer! Nate is... more

11 Aug 2023 · 1 hour, 1 minute
452 Let's party, Enneagram style!

Did you know August is the month of the year with the MOST birthdays? Let’s celebrate this sizzling month together... more

04 Aug 2023 · 1 hour, 22 minutes
451 Things we wish we had done sooner: volume 2

You know those little things that you just keep putting off? You know that idea that you suspected might be... more

28 Jul 2023 · 1 hour, 24 minutes
450 Midlife with Mindy & Meg: Busting midlife myths

Who’s ready to do some MYTHBUSTING?! Mindy Brouse is back on Sorta Awesome this week, and that means it’s time... more

21 Jul 2023 · 55 minutes
449 Amazon finds the Awesomes swear by!

You know those little problems that annoy you, but not enough to stress out about? Great news! Meg, Julie, and... more

07 Jul 2023 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
448 Keep Awesomes Silly!

Do you sometimes just want to look around and yell, “hey! It’s not that serious!” Heavens knows, we do! Today... more

30 Jun 2023 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
Ep 447 Awesome list for SUMMER 2023!

Summer is now OFFICIAL-official, and we are kicking it off Meg and Kelly's FIRST FAVORITE season with their annual fave... more

23 Jun 2023 · 1 hour, 16 minutes
446 Three ways to save on groceries in thirty minutes

Do you ever feel like you're overspending on groceries every month and want an easy solution? Join Meg and special... more

16 Jun 2023 · 42 minutes
445 Midlife with Mindy and Meg: facial changes & life pivots

Today, Mindy Brouse is back on Sorta Awesome for another episode of the wildly popular Midlife with Mindy and Meg... more

09 Jun 2023 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
444 Get ready for a So Awesome Summer!

Summer is here, and we have a question - what if you could blend the magic of 1980s summers with... more

02 Jun 2023 · 50 minutes
443 YOUR Awesome guide to summer reading!

Explore the best books to read this summer with Meg and Sorta Awesome regular Katie Proctor, from buzz-worthy novels to... more

26 May 2023 · 1 hour, 14 minutes
442 Say this, not that!

We all know that feeling - laying in bed at night, replaying a conversation from the day in your... more

19 May 2023 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
441 DNF angst: the dreadful feeling of abandoning books

Most every reader struggles with making the tough decision to "DNF" (or "did not finish") a book, and there are... more

12 May 2023 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
440 10 questions for Meg!

Get to know what Meg is like off-microphone on this special super-sized episode of Sorta Awesome! Her best friend (and... more

05 May 2023 · 1 hour, 24 minutes
439 Midlife with Mindy & Meg: our reactions to midlife in the news

We started having candid, in-depth, personal, and consistent conversations about midlife (and perimenopause) (and menopause) in March 2022. Suddenly, it... more

28 Apr 2023 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
438 What we've been learning lately: Volume 2

Even though life never seems to slow down on slinging new lessons and learning at us, sometimes WE need to... more

21 Apr 2023 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
437 Feeling the vibe: Harry, Taylor, and the power of collective effervescence

You know that feeling of electricity that runs through the crowd at a great live show? What about how easy... more

14 Apr 2023 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
436 Unlock healing and strengthen your intuition through somatic movement featuring Jen Hoffman

There’s a new buzzword in the world of health, wellness, and body movement: somatic. But the concept of somatic movement... more

07 Apr 2023 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
435 We are THAT friend (a reunion show!)

We did it again - we got the band back together, friends! You do not want to miss this conversation... more

31 Mar 2023 · 1 hour, 27 minutes
434 The awesome guide to Trader Joe’s and ALDI

Dear Awesome, can we interest in you in some extremely niche and also extremely helpful food geekery? We sure do... more

24 Mar 2023 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
433 We're obsessed: all the products we're loving, hating, and wanting right now!

Don’t be mad, but Meg has been holding out on you — but it’s only because she knew this would... more

17 Mar 2023 · 1 hour, 22 minutes
432 Let's talk about midlife: supporting nervous systems & finding health care

You hit midlife, and suddenly it feels like your nerves are raw. You’re jumpy, you can’t remember anything, and you... more

10 Mar 2023 · 1 hour, 10 minutes
431 Ten awesome things for spring 2023!

Whether you are shivering under late winter snowfalls or sneezing eight times in a row from seasonal allergies, there’s no... more

03 Mar 2023 · 1 hour, 16 minutes
430 What to do when your reading feels broken

Do you feel like your enthusiasm for reading has gone into a downward spiral, creating an un-awesome urge to turn... more

24 Feb 2023 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
429 Nom Nom for us, Awesomes!

Snacks, snacks, snacks. Who doesn’t love a snack?! This week, Meg and Kelly dig into a delicious conversation about their... more

17 Feb 2023 · 1 hour, 14 minutes
428 Becoming the love of your life!

Roses are red, chocolates are fine, but we think you should ask YOURSELF, “will you be mine?” Okay, that was a... more

10 Feb 2023 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
427 Let's talk about midlife: the struggle is real in the clothes closet

Welcome back to the Midlife with Mindy and Meg series! Sorta Awesome regular Mindy Brouse is back, and this week,... more

03 Feb 2023 · 1 hour, 14 minutes
426 The pandemic broke me. Now what?

Gather ‘round, friends. We think this is a good time to circle up and contemplate the changes brought upon our... more

27 Jan 2023 · 1 hour, 17 minutes
Ep. 425 How to make the most of your money in 2023!

Let’s talk about money, Awesomes! Yes, this topic makes some of us squirmy, but you know for THIS money conversation,... more

20 Jan 2023 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Ep 424 Trends & predictions for 2023!

Let’s grab our crystal balls, Awesomes. What do we see for the year ahead? Meg and Kelly have done the... more

13 Jan 2023 · 1 hour, 14 minutes
Ep. 423 Why habits fail & the secret to real progress

How many times have you determined you want to create a new habit, only to have your plans, dreams, and... more

06 Jan 2023 · 56 minutes
Introducing: Help Me Be Me

We would love to introduce you to “Help Me Be Me,” a podcast and emotional toolkit for creating positive change... more

27 Dec 2022 · 5 minutes
Ep. 422 All the Awesome of 2022 (a group show!)

Well, 2022 was a year, right?! And as is their annual tradition, Meg is joined by Kelly and Rebekah to... more

23 Dec 2022 · 1 hour, 27 minutes
Ep. 421 Sorta Spicy Takes: 2022 Edition

As December ticks by, the end-of-year lists are popping up everywhere! Meg and Kelly have got some thoughts that might... more

16 Dec 2022 · 1 hour, 10 minutes
Ep. 420 Let's deep dive!

Raise your hand if you’d like to take a little break from all things holiday, and go deeeeep into some... more

08 Dec 2022 · 1 hour, 24 minutes
Ep. 419 Let's talk about midlife: support for grief & losing a parent

The holidays are here, but not everyone is feeling festive. Grief all of kinds can feel even heavier during the... more

02 Dec 2022 · 1 hour, 10 minutes
Ep. 418 Gift Guide 2022: All the gifts we love!

Sure, you’ve seen other holiday gift guides, but how many gift guides are made BY Awesomes, FOR Awesomes?! Meg is... more

25 Nov 2022 · 1 hour, 16 minutes
Ep. 417 Holiday home hacks you're going to love!

The holiday season can be … complicated. But your friends at Sorta Awesome want to make things EASIER for you... more

18 Nov 2022 · 1 hour, 11 minutes
Ep. 416 You're invited to our FAVORITE THINGS party!

It’s a party, and of COURSE you are invited, Awesome! As the holiday season kicks off, we want to make... more

11 Nov 2022 · 59 minutes
Ep. 415 What happens when you love what you love

Here on Sorta Awesome, our very first call to action was about discovering the awesome in the everyday, and that... more

04 Nov 2022 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
Ep. 414 Pro-tips and products to make life easier

One universal truth unites us all - life is hard right now! But we want to make life just a... more

28 Oct 2022 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
Ep. 413 Let's talk about midlife: how to know if you are in the club

It seems like perimenopause is a buzzing trend word right now, but how do you know if you are experiencing... more

21 Oct 2022 · 1 hour, 14 minutes
Ep. 412 Planning for festive and frugal holidays!

Times are tough for so many of us right now, and the thought of the holidays approaching might make the... more

14 Oct 2022 · 1 hour, 14 minutes
Ep. 411 How to make moving more awesome (or at least less terrible!)

We all know one of the TOP stressors in life is moving. Moving house, moving cities, moving countries … no... more

07 Oct 2022 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Ep. 410 Your AWESOME list for autumn 2022!

Break out the apple cider and grab a pumpkin for painting (or carving, if you’re old school!) - it’s time... more

30 Sep 2022 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
Ep. 409 Would You Rather: Round 2!

Take a break from your September stress and get SILLY with Meg, Kelly, and Rebekah as they play another round... more

23 Sep 2022 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
Ep. 408 The books that shaped who we are

From picture books read to us as children to our first visits to the public library to the school-assigned reading... more

16 Sep 2022 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
Ep. 407 Let's talk about midlife: hot & sweaty, itchy & dull

Our Midlife with Mindy & Meg series is back this week, and in this conversation, Meg and Mindy get physical... more

09 Sep 2022 · 1 hour, 20 minutes
Extra Awesome: The key to making (and keeping!) friends with Dr. Marisa G. Franco

What if the secret to knowing how to make friends and to deeply enjoy your friendships is hidden in the... more

06 Sep 2022 · 33 minutes
Ep. 406 What we're loving for back to school!

For some, it’s the most wonderful time of the year; for others, it’s the most chaotic! Whether or not you... more

02 Sep 2022 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
Ep. 405 Listener Mailbag: PERSONAL edition!

As promised, this week Meg and Rebekah return to the listener mailbag to uncover the questions that you want answered!... more

26 Aug 2022 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
Extra Awesome: Eating less meat and more plants with Kate Nixon Anania

It's EXTRA Awesome time, friends! In this conversation, Meg welcomes Super Star Awesome Kate Nixon Anania back to Sorta Awesome,... more

23 Aug 2022 · 44 minutes
Ep. 404 Rom-Coms for the modern era!

Is the rom-com dead? Are the romantic comedies of the 1980s, 90s, and early 2000s just relics of the past?... more

19 Aug 2022 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
Introducing American Girl: The Smart Girl's Podcast

I’m so excited to introduce the Smart Girl’s Podcast, the latest show launched by the American Girl Podcast Network. The... more

17 Aug 2022 · 4 minutes
Ep. 403 Who am I if I'm not this?

Career changes. Health issues. Family shake-ups. Extreme burnout. Throughout life, all of us will face moments when we choose to... more

12 Aug 2022 · 1 hour, 10 minutes
Introducing: Humble & Hungry

We would love to introduce you to “Humble & Hungry,” a podcast for moms, storytellers and lovers of life. Tune... more

06 Aug 2022 · 6 minutes
Ep. 402 Overcoming salon anxiety and getting that perfect cut!

Ever wish you had someone to hold your hand at the hair salon and tell you exactly what is going... more

05 Aug 2022 · 49 minutes
Ep. 401 Let's talk about midlife: the ups and downs of sex

Welcome back to the Midlife with Mindy and Meg series here on Sorta Awesome! For this midlife conversation, Meg and... more

29 Jul 2022 · 1 hour, 20 minutes
Ep. 400 Would You Rather? 4 vs 400 edition!

Four hundred is a LOT, you guys! And no one knows that better than Meg, Kelly, and Rebekah - ESPECIALLY... more

22 Jul 2022 · 1 hour, 31 minutes
Ep. 399 Listener mailbag: podcasting edition!

We are closing in on 400 episodes of Sorta Awesome, you guys! And back at the beginning of the show,... more

15 Jul 2022 · 1 hour, 24 minutes
Ep. 398 Dupes extravaganza!

You’ve been missing her, Awesome Nation, but today Sorta Awesome regular Emily Massenburg is back on the show! Meg’s sister... more

08 Jul 2022 · 1 hour,
Ep. 397 Let's do a mid-year check-in!

The first half of 2022 is in the books, and Meg and Kelly are feeling energized to reflect on the... more

01 Jul 2022 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
Ep. 396 Beach reads round-up!

Fire up those library cards, gather up those bookstore gift cards, and charge up your earbuds because if there’s one... more

24 Jun 2022 · 59 minutes
Ep. 395 Let's talk about midlife: parenting our parents & life in the middle

We know you’ve been hoping Mindy Brouse would be back on Sorta Awesome soon, and your wish has been granted!... more

17 Jun 2022 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
Ep. 394 Awesome list for summer 2022!

Here we are again! Time for another LIST OF AWESOME to make sure your summer 2022 absolutely rocks! Join Meg... more

10 Jun 2022 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
Ep. 393 Romance Starter Pack, Part 2

Last week, Meg and Rebekah brought you Part 1 of their SUPER-SIZED Romance Starter Pack. Today, you are getting Part... more

03 Jun 2022 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
Ep. 392 Romance Starter Pack, Part 1

Ready to get your summer started in a very fun, very sexy way? Meg and Rebekah have put together the... more

27 May 2022 · 1 hour,
Ep. 391 How to stop the body shame spiral!

Hey you, before you head out to shop for this year’s summer wear and swimsuits, you NEED to listen to... more

20 May 2022 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Ep. 390 The things that are making us happy!

Is it just us, or does it seem like chaos is on the upswing these days? If you need to... more

13 May 2022 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
Ep. 389 Let's talk about midlife: nonstop appetite & historical hysterics

GET READY, friends! We’ve got the next installment in the Midlife with Mindy & Meg series ready for you today,... more

06 May 2022 · 57 minutes
Ep. 388 Makeup help for beginners and beyond!

Wearing makeup can be a lot of things - fun, adventurous, creative … we just don’t think it should be... more

29 Apr 2022 · 1 hour, 21 minutes
Ep. 387 Heartfelt passion to awesome action!

One of our foundational beliefs at Sorta Awesome is that strive to be awesome to ourselves so that we can... more

22 Apr 2022 · 42 minutes
Ep. 386 Never have I ever! (a group show)

Never have we ever played a game like this on Sorta Awesome! Meg is joined by Kelly and Rebekah to... more

15 Apr 2022 · 1 hour, 30 minutes
Ep. 385 Ten favorite middle grade reads!

What book whisked you away into the wonderful world of reading when you were younger? What book written for young... more

08 Apr 2022 · 1 hour, 22 minutes
Ep. 384 Awesome list for Spring 2022!

Spring is here, and we know you need to know what to look out for to keep life AWESOME these... more

31 Mar 2022 · 1 hour, 16 minutes
Ep. 383 Our MOST memorable confessions!

Join Meg as she shares some of the most memorable confessions of the podcast! Including a NEVER BEFORE heard confession! Want... more

25 Mar 2022 · 46 minutes
Ep. 382 Awesome family games!

Join Kelly and Rebekah as they share favorite family games! Learn some of their personal favorites as well as recommendations... more

18 Mar 2022 · 1 hour, 29 minutes
Ep. 381 Sorta frugal eating and Q&A

This is the ultimate girlfriend chat. Rebekah and Kelly take over the podcast this week, to allow Meg to tend... more

11 Mar 2022 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
Ep. 380 Let's talk about midlife: brain fog and cycle chaos!

Wait, wait! Don’t worry - you are going to want to listen to this conversation no matter what your age... more

04 Mar 2022 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
Ep. 379 Three things to know to help reluctant readers

Many of us know the thrills and joys of reading, and it’s natural for us to want that love of... more

25 Feb 2022 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
Ep. 378 Need to know: what we've been learning lately

Hey Awesomes, as you know, we are all about discovering new things here at Sorta Awesome. Except sometimes the most... more

18 Feb 2022 · 1 hour, 15 minutes
Awesome Today announcement!

Just a quick programming note - the Monday episodes with Meg and Kyle are moving back to the Awesome Today... more

14 Feb 2022 · 2 minutes
Ep. 377 How to REALLY love yourself!

Instead of asking, “be mine, Valentine?”what if this year, you decided to be your OWN best Valentine? Meg and Rebekah... more

11 Feb 2022 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
Ep. 376 All the awesome of Encanto!

Pop the popcorn and settle in to a comfy seat because this week, we are all about a deep dive... more

04 Feb 2022 · 1 hour, 15 minutes
Ep. 375 10 inexpensive buys that improved our lives!

Here’s the thing, Awesomes. We could ALL use a new discovery that will actually make life easier, but none of... more

28 Jan 2022 · 1 hour, 7 minutes
Ep. 374 Dark Cheer, YouTube Jeepin', and Kilroy was Here

Is the longest January on record? Or is just us? This week, Meg and Kyle update on family happenings, and... more

24 Jan 2022 · 42 minutes
Ep. 373 Let's destress with the Enneagram!

Gather around, friends! We have all been living in a constant place of stress and enduring trauma upon trauma for... more

21 Jan 2022 · 1 hour, 19 minutes
Ep. 371 Our favorite bookish delights!

Don’t panic, Awesomes - we aren’t going to overload your To Be Read lists (yet!). It’s just that Meg and... more

14 Jan 2022 · 1 hour, 21 minutes
Ep. 370 Weird flexes, Yellowjackets, and the meaning of risque

What are you into at the start of 2022? It’s Monday, and Meg and Kyle are here to talk about... more

10 Jan 2022 · 52 minutes
Ep. 369 Compassionate advice for the new year with Rev. Mary Lee Downey

Welcome to the new year, friends! In this first episode of 2022, Meg sits down with long-time Super Star Awesome... more

07 Jan 2022 · 55 minutes
Ep. 368 What we learned in 2021, and our favorites, too!

Isn't it SO AWESOME that the very last day of the year is on a Friday?! This week, Meg is... more

31 Dec 2021 · 1 hour, 25 minutes
Ep. 367 Debriefing Christmas, two great books, and explaining Gen X

'Twas the Monday after Christmas and all through the house, the creatures were stirring with post-Christmas chaos! Meg and Kyle... more

27 Dec 2021 · 56 minutes
Ep. 366 Best in books & reading 2021!

What was your favorite read this year? A novel you couldn’t put down? A collection of poetry that challenged or... more

17 Dec 2021 · 1 hour, 14 minutes
Ep. 365 Alias reruns, Nutella slander, and a jury duty miracle

As you settle in to the middle of December, let us take your mind off of the hustle and bustle... more

13 Dec 2021 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
Ep. 364 We're Obsessed: life hacks we swear by!

Who doesn’t love a life hack, especially one that is Awesome-approved? This week, Meg is joined by Sorta Awesome regular... more

10 Dec 2021 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
Ep. 363 Spotify Wrapped, bourbon recs, and the audiobook debate

The end of the year brings many good things, including Spotify's annual year in review of the music you loved.... more

06 Dec 2021 · 59 minutes
Ep. 362 Re-imagining our holidays

Is it just us, or does it seem like the holidays get harder every year? This week, Meg and Kelly... more

03 Dec 2021 · 1 hour, 11 minutes
Ep. 361 Bad pipes, Moka upgrade, and the Great Advent Debate

So much is happening this week on the heels of Thanksgiving including the beginning of Hanukkah and the Advent season!... more

29 Nov 2021 · 1 hour, 20 minutes
Ep. 360 Lovehard, Taylor's trilogy, and our TikTok overlords

It’s the big turkey feast week here in the United States, and we are more than happy to keep you... more

22 Nov 2021 · 51 minutes
Ep. 359 Our spiciest confessions yet!

Buckle up and hang on tight, Awesomes! Meg and Rebekah have another round of confessions to share with you, and... more

19 Nov 2021 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
Ep. 358 Yellowstone, The Future, and sorta salacious gifts for men

It's Monday and we are back with a brand new Monday convo! This week, Meg and Kyle discuss the buzz... more

15 Nov 2021 · 1 hour, 11 minutes
Ep. 357 Awesome Holiday Gift Guide 2021

Get ready to get merry, Awesomes! Your 2021 AWESOME HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE IS HERE! Join Meg, Kelly, and Rebekah as... more

12 Nov 2021 · 1 hour, 29 minutes
Awesome Archives: Holiday Gift Guide 2018!

This week, we're re-releasing our past gift guides to help you get your holiday gift shopping done early this year!... more

10 Nov 2021 · 1 hour, 21 minutes
Awesome Archives: Holiday Gift Guide 2017!

We know lots of Awesomes are already in the thick of holiday shopping this year! We thought we would make... more

09 Nov 2021 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Ep. 356 Best meals for busy days!

It’s 4:45 PM on a busy weekday, and you’ve already spent the takeout budget for the week. And your people... more

05 Nov 2021 · 1 hour, 7 minutes
Ep. 355 Under-the-radar books and pivoting back to passion

It has been over five years since Amy Allen Clark brought her amazing book recommendations and reader insights to Sorta... more

29 Oct 2021 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
Ep. 354 Midnight Mass, hot drink helper, and No Bones Day

It’s the last Monday of October and the Awesomes have REALLY shown up with incredible recommendations for the week ahead!... more

25 Oct 2021 · 54 minutes
Ep. 353 Let's chat! (a group show)

Pour a cup of coffee (or maybe a little glass of wine!) because it’s time to chat! This week, Meg... more

22 Oct 2021 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
Ep. 352 Formula 1, Little Debbie surprise, and go-go

We are rolling into mid-October, and Meg and Kyle have the heads-up on some fun things to check out in... more

18 Oct 2021 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
Ep. 351 What we're learning about birth order

Do you have that eldest daughter energy? Are you in your 30s, but your parents still refer to you as... more

15 Oct 2021 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
Ep. 350 Easy alfredo, pragmatic journaling, and flashing frog signs

What songs would YOU put on a playlist that explained what it was like to be a teen in the... more

11 Oct 2021 · 1 hour, 11 minutes
Ep. 349 Awesome List for Fall 2021!

FRIENDS! It’s here! Meg and Kelly are thrilled to bring you the AWESOME LIST for Fall 2021! From shackets to... more

08 Oct 2021 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
Ep. 348 Extra Awesome: Supporting new moms with breastfeeding and beyond with Shaunta Caine

Being a new mom - whether it's your first baby or your fifth - is such a tender time, and... more

06 Oct 2021 · 25 minutes
Ep. 347 Clickbait, Autumn Sweater, and pizza tastes like love

Hello October! Who doesn’t love this month with its cooler, temps, spooky stories, and delicious goodies? Meg and Kyle are... more

04 Oct 2021 · 53 minutes
Ep. 346 Q&A with an Awesome teen!

What is UP with teens these days? Should we be freaking out about Gen Z? We’re here to tell you... more

01 Oct 2021 · 1 hour, 7 minutes
Ep. 345 Extra Awesome: Peace and prayer for parents with Kayla Craig

There's nothing quite like parenting to remind us of how much we have yet to learn. Wouldn't it be wonderful... more

29 Sep 2021 · 30 minutes
Ep. 344 What we're into: Sepember 2021

We’re rounding out September 2021, and we thought it would be a good time to check in with some things... more

27 Sep 2021 · 59 minutes
Ep. 343 Gift Guide: Awesome photo gifts and more!

Last month, we asked Awesome digital organizer Lisa Mast to come hold our hands and help us get our photos... more

24 Sep 2021 · 1 hour, 23 minutes
Ep. 342 Chocolate chip charcuterie, Class of 95, and the best albums of all time

It’s the start of a fresh new week, and the Awesome community is bursting with recommendations to make the days... more

20 Sep 2021 · 54 minutes
Ep. 341 A love note to teachers!

Who’s the teacher that made a difference in your life? Chances are, there’s at least one teacher that comes to... more

17 Sep 2021 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
Ep. 340 Ruining Zack Morris and the most unfortunate names

It’s Monday, let’s get into it! Meg and Kyle have some suggestions for you to watch, read, listen to, and... more

13 Sep 2021 · 55 minutes
Ep. 339 The awesome apps we can't live without!

Phone calls? Sometimes. Texting? Sure. But we use our cell phones and mobile devices for so much more than that... more

10 Sep 2021 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
Ep. 338 Extra Awesome: Kindness and puppy love with Eva Pilgrim

Every weekend, millions of Americans enjoy Eva Pilgrim's upbeat presence as co-host of Good Morning America's Weekend Edition. Today, Eva... more

08 Sep 2021 · 24 minutes
Ep. 337 Nostalgia watches, bartender songs, and the 10th dentist

Happy Monday, happy September, and happy Labor Day, Awesomes! It's Monday, and Meg and Kyle are kicking off this week... more

06 Sep 2021 · 59 minutes
Ep. 336 Go through our EMPTIES with us!

As the great Joni Mitchell sang, you don't know what you've got 'til it's gone! This week, Meg and Sorta... more

03 Sep 2021 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
Ep. 335 Shrimp tacos, Ted Lasso, and the Sword of Awesome

We're changing things up a bit this Monday, Awesomes! Life has been chaotic to the max for Meg and Kyle,... more

30 Aug 2021 · 41 minutes
Ep. 334 What I Wish I'd Bought Sooner!

This conversation started with co-host Kelly in her kitchen, thinking about how much she LOVES her Kitchenaid Stand Mixer and... more

27 Aug 2021 · 1 hour, 7 minutes
Ep. 333 Extra Awesome: Behind the scenes of podcast production

Ever wondered exactly how a podcast like Sorta Awesome gets made? This week for Extra Awesome, Meg takes you behind... more

25 Aug 2021 · 21 minutes
Ep. 332 Game-changers: salad prep, Powerspray, and face shaves

Why not start the week with something that's going to be a game-changer? It's Monday and Meg and Kyle have... more

23 Aug 2021 · 54 minutes
Ep. 331 Books for that Back To School MOOD

This is the time of year for freshly sharpened pencils, brand new backpacks, and books! And if we are talking... more

20 Aug 2021 · 1 hour, 11 minutes
Ep. 330 Extra Awesome: What we're buying at Trader Joe's these days!

Grab your shopping cart and hit the aisles of Trader Joe's with us, friends! For this episode in the Extra... more

18 Aug 2021 · 41 minutes
Ep. 328 The photo organizing advice you are going to love!

On a scale of 1-10, how great do feel about where all of your photos are living right now? Not... more

13 Aug 2021 · 1 hour,
Ep. 327 Extra Awesome: Changing lives one book at a time with Jennifer Williams

After nearly three decades teaching elementary students, Jennifer Williams left the classroom, but she couldn't leave behind her passion for... more

11 Aug 2021 · 39 minutes
Ep. 326 Aeropress lattes, sleep hypnosis, and Martian wannabes

Why not start your week out awesome, friends? Meg and Kyle have the rundown you need on what’s coming out... more

09 Aug 2021 · 1 hour, 7 minutes
Ep. 325 Ideal Me vs. Reality Me

It’s time for some REAL TALK, Awesomes! Let’s get honest, let’s let go of some stuff, and let’s live in... more

06 Aug 2021 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
Ep. 324 Extra Awesome: Moving into a sparkly fresh start with Embo Tshimanga

Welcome back to the Extra Awesome series, friends! At Sorta Awesome, we’ve always hoped to make a place for women... more

04 Aug 2021 · 26 minutes
Ep. 323 A magic midi skirt, scary scary snakes, and a delightful nostalgia overload!

August is here, and let's make it AWESOME! We start this first week of August with Meg and Kyle giving... more

02 Aug 2021 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
Ep. 322 Awesome and inclusive play for all

One of our favorite things about being an Awesome is how we are all on a journey to knowing and... more

30 Jul 2021 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
Ep. 321 Extra Awesome: Art as vocation with Jordan Leigh Tellis

For many people, creating art was a beloved pastime of childhood, and it may be a source of creative relaxation... more

28 Jul 2021 · 33 minutes
Ep. 320 Popsicle drinks, glitter mysteries, Slip-n-Slide Fest, and more

If the summer heat has you on the lookout for awesome ways to cool off, we’ve got the recommendations you... more

26 Jul 2021 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Ep. 319 The BIG Travel Episode!

Whether you're leaving on a jet plane or just packing up for a trip to Grandma's house, whether you're on... more

23 Jul 2021 · 1 hour, 16 minutes
Ep. 318 Extra Awesome: 5 Books Every Woman Should Read

It’s a question that lots of us could spend so much time discussing: what is a book that you think... more

21 Jul 2021 · 20 minutes
Ep. 317 Miraculous skincare, the perfect summer shorts, getting Olympic-ready, and more!

What are you up to this week, Awesomes? Are you getting ready for some Olympic fun? Wondering what else there... more

19 Jul 2021 · 1 hour, 22 minutes
Ep. 316 Summer Meals Extravaganza!

Summertime and the living is … well, not that easy when you are trying to fight the heat and feed... more

16 Jul 2021 · 1 hour, 10 minutes
Ep. 315 All the awesome to watch, read, listen to, and discuss in the week ahead!

Sorta Awesome had to take a little time off last week but we are back with our weekly round-up of... more

12 Jul 2021 · 1 hour, 14 minutes
Ep. 314 Watch, Read, Listen, Lifestyle, News

It's Monday and we're here to start your week off with all the awesome you need to know! What to... more

05 Jul 2021 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Ep. 313 Awesome Overflow: Sisterly Advice Edition (AD-FREE)

Have you ever been listening to an episode of Sorta Awesome and thought "Gosh, I wish I could tell them... more

02 Jul 2021 · 58 minutes
Ep. 312 Extra Awesome: Christmas in July with Mary Carver!

You know we love any reason to celebrate the everyday around here, and this week, Meg is thrilled to kick... more

30 Jun 2021 · 31 minutes
Ep. 311 News & Watch/Read/Listen/Lifestyle Recs!

We’re just about to wrap up the month of June, and we’ve got a BUNCH of recommendations for you of... more

28 Jun 2021 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
Ep. 310 Recent books that are worth the hype!

Summer reading season is in FULL SWING, and that means you are probably hearing about great books everywhere you turn.... more

25 Jun 2021 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
Ep. 309 News: JLo's mom, feet pics, gorilla hugs and more

Happy mid-week, friends! We've got the scoop on all the stories you might have missed in the past few weeks.... more

23 Jun 2021 · 42 minutes
Ep 308 Watch, Read, Listen, Lifestyle

Happy summer solstice, friends! We're back with another round of Watch, Read, Listen, Lifestyle, and Meg and Kyle are sharing... more

21 Jun 2021 · 54 minutes
Ep. 307 Spilling the secrets of life with twins!

From fictional twins like Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia to real life twins like Mary Kate and Ashley Olson, the... more

18 Jun 2021 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Ep. 306 20+ things for 20+ years of marriage!

This week, Meg and Kyle are celebrating twenty-three years of marriage, and they have filled this conversation with stories and... more

14 Jun 2021 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
Ep. 305 Awesome List for Summer 2021

You guys! It’s finally here! THE AWESOME LIST for SUMMER 2021! Every season, we have the most fun putting together... more

11 Jun 2021 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
Ep. 304 Celebrations & News

Grab some peanut butter cookies and draw yourself a bath because there’s all kinds of fun things to celebrate in... more

09 Jun 2021 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Ep. 303 Awesome Ideas for Father's Day Gifts

With Father's Day just around the corner, we wanted to share some ideas for the Awesome men in your life!... more

07 Jun 2021 · 54 minutes
Ep. 302 Have the best summer based on YOUR personality type!

Summer is here, friends! And we have some very awesome ideas for how you can have a GREAT one all... more

04 Jun 2021 · 57 minutes
Ep. 301 Celebrations & News

Roll up your sleeves, friends! It's the middle of the week and we've got a lot of awesome to get... more

02 Jun 2021 · 54 minutes
Ep. 300 Watch, Read, Listen, Lifestyle

Pop the popcorn and grab a box of Junior Mints because summer movie season is here! This week in... more

31 May 2021 · 51 minutes
Ep. 299 Celebrations & News

Whether this week is dragging or if it's racing by, you know you need a dose of awesome to get... more

26 May 2021 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Ep. 298 Watch, Read, Listen, Lifestyle

Wondering what to watch this week? Need some inspiration in the world of great recommendations? You know the Awesomes have... more

24 May 2021 · 56 minutes
Ep. 297 Awesome Haul: Woman-Owned Businesses!

We're back with a new episode in our Awesome Haul series! This time, we're featuring small businesses owned by women,... more

21 May 2021 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
Ep. 296 Celebrations & News

We're serving up celebrations including Devil's Food cake, small batch spirits, biking to work, and digging out your old tap... more

19 May 2021 · 56 minutes
Ep. 295 Watch, Read, Listen, Lifestyle

What's new in awesome? We've got you covered for the week of May 17th with great picks on every streaming... more

17 May 2021 · 43 minutes
Ep. 294 Our favorite indulgences and escapes

If there’s a mantra we will always preach to the Awesomes, it’s definitely to LOVE WHAT YOU LOVE! This week,... more

14 May 2021 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
Ep. 293 Celebrations & Trivia

How about a dose of mid-week AWESOME? For this installment of Celebrations & Trivia, Meg and Kyle are back with... more

12 May 2021 · 50 minutes
Ep. 292 Watch, Read, Listen, Lifestyle

Wondering what book to pick up this week? Lost in the Netflix home screen and no idea what’s good to... more

10 May 2021 · 48 minutes
Ep. 291 Back to ... normal?

It’s been over a year since the world turned upside down in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, and now... more

07 May 2021 · 59 minutes
Ep. 290 Celebrations & News

Why wait for a M A J O R holiday or life event to celebrate? Truly, there is awesome to... more

05 May 2021 · 52 minutes
Ep. 289 We're Obsessed: Gifts for moms and more!

Need to find the perfect gift for someone awesome in your life? Join Meg and Sorta Awesome regular Julie Tepperman... more

23 Apr 2021 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
Ep. 288 You need personal policies (here's why)

What if we told you there's an awesome solution for those situations where you want to take a stand or... more

16 Apr 2021 · 58 minutes
Ep. 287 Revealing readerly confessions

If there's one thing we never shy away from on Sorta Awesome, it's spilling the tea on our secret confessions!... more

09 Apr 2021 · 58 minutes
Ep. 286 Three-Step Awesome Skincare!

For years, the Awesomes have been asking for a conversation about basic, simple skin care that doesn’t break the bank.... more

02 Apr 2021 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Ep. 285 The friendship advice we all need right now

We've been going through it for over a year now, and many of us are feeling more lonely than ever... more

26 Mar 2021 · 49 minutes
Ep. 284 Small hacks with BIG impact!

We are all about helping you discover the little things that make life so much better, and this week, we... more

19 Mar 2021 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Ep. 283 Awesome List for Spring 2021!

Yes, friends! It’s time once again for one of our favorite episodes of the year: our top ten list for... more

12 Mar 2021 · 48 minutes
Ep. 282 Thank you, past me!

Future You REALLY doesn't want you to miss this one, Awesome! Join Meg and Kelly for a fun conversation on... more

05 Mar 2021 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
Ep. 281 We're obsessed!

Do you love hearing what others are obsessed with because they make life SO much better? You have hit the... more

26 Feb 2021 · 1 hour, 15 minutes
Ep. 280 Confessions: weird new habits, lice battles, book heartbreaks and more!

It's a time-honored tradition on Sorta Awesome for us to share our deepest, darkest, and goofiest confessions with you, and... more

19 Feb 2021 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
Ep. 279 The Enneagram explains your reading life

You know we are all about helping you understand YOU a little better here on Sorta Awesome! This week, we... more

12 Feb 2021 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
Ep. 278 Ladies celebrating ladies for Galentine's Day!

You could say that Leslie Knope is the patron saint of Sorta Awesome, so let’s get ready to celebrate her... more

05 Feb 2021 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
Ep. 277 Sharing Our Stuff (A REUNION EPISODE!)

Buckle up, Awesomes! This week, we are bringing you the most super-sized episode of Sorta Awesome EVER! We got the... more

29 Jan 2021 · 1 hour, 41 minutes
Ep. 276 The biggest trends of 2021 EXPLAINED

Looking for something to look forward to in 2021? You don’t want to miss this conversation Meg and Rebekah have... more

22 Jan 2021 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Ep. 275 Your ideal morning routine: Myers-Briggs style!

You know we love a good routine around here, and January is an awesome time to give some of your... more

15 Jan 2021 · 54 minutes
Ep. 274 10 (more) little luxuries to get you through the winter

Brrrr! With the holidays behind us, winter looms ahead and many of us are still living quarantine life close to... more

08 Jan 2021 · 1 hour, 7 minutes
Ep. 273 A MUST-LISTEN to heal from 2020 for an awesome 2021

AWESOMES! Happy New Year!! We have got an INCREDIBLE conversation to help you start 2021 in the best possible way... more

01 Jan 2021 · 52 minutes
A big announcement!

Join Meg and Awesome Colleen Cook for a conversation about a brand new experience created just for the Awesomes! Find all... more

21 Dec 2020 · 33 minutes
Ep. 272 Finding awesome in a year that wasn't (a group show!)

Well, friends, we made it. ALMOST. But before we put 2020 to bed (finally!), we wanted to gather together to... more

18 Dec 2020 · 1 hour, 15 minutes
Ep. 271 The best books you might have missed in 2020!

What is more awesome than diving into a GREAT book? Well, if you are anything like Meg, reading great books... more

11 Dec 2020 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Ep. 270 Hallmark and chill: cozy movies for your holiday season!

Pop the popcorn and pour a cup of cocoa, Awesomes! Holiday movie season is here, and we've got the perfect... more

04 Dec 2020 · 51 minutes
Ep 269 Why are kids SO WEIRD?!

If you are looking for a laugh, there’s nothing quite so funny as thinking back on all the weird things... more

20 Nov 2020 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Ep. 268 Self-care vs. self-comfort: everything you need to know

If ever there was a moment to have a great understanding of how and why to take care of yourself,... more

13 Nov 2020 · 58 minutes
Ep. 267 Do this (not that!), and YOU will be prepared

Awesomes, are you ready? Because we sure weren't! The year 2020 just keeps serving up the surprises, and in the... more

06 Nov 2020 · 1 hour, 7 minutes
Ep. 266 Goosebumps, daytime chills, creepy stories, and more!

Fire up that campfire, friends! We've got a whole hour's worth of the creepiest, spookiest, real life goosebump-y stories to... more

30 Oct 2020 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
Ep. 265 The Enneagram Survival Guide for 2020!

We are closing in on the end of 2020, and maybe you feel like you are limping to the... more

23 Oct 2020 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
Ep. 264 10 big things that we stopped doing

You know that moment when you stop and realize "wow, I can't believe I haven't done that in a while"?... more

16 Oct 2020 · 1 hour, 11 minutes
Ep. 263 Awesome Haul: Black-owned businesses

Here at Sorta Awesome, we are so excited to introduce a brand new series: AWESOME HAUL! We believe that our... more

09 Oct 2020 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Ep. 262 The AWESOME List for Fall 2020!

Awesomes! IT IS TIME! October is here, and that means we've got your list of ten awesome things for Fall... more

02 Oct 2020 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Ep. 261 The secret things we learned from books

When will I get my first period? How do bras work? Am I ready to have sex? These questions and... more

25 Sep 2020 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Ep. 260 Love your home with these five hacks from Myquillyn Smith

We’re all spending more time at home these days - why not make it a lovely place to hang out?... more

18 Sep 2020 · 44 minutes
Ep. 259 What it's really like to work online

Instagram influencers, YouTube creators, podcast personalities, bloggers of all kinds … they all share one vast work space - the... more

11 Sep 2020 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
Ep. 258 Empowering women to have awesome births

It's a topic women have been conversations about for all of human history: bringing babies into the world! This week,... more

28 Aug 2020 · 54 minutes
Ep. 257 What's trending for Fall 2020

Okay listen, we know it's still August! You are managing back-to-school plans and searching for your sunglasses before you head... more

21 Aug 2020 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Ep. 256 TikTok and Instagram Reels EXPLAINED!

If the recent news headlines about TikTok have left you wondering what you are missing, or if you magically started... more

14 Aug 2020 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
Ep. 255 Life is more awesome The Lazy Genius Way!

Who doesn't want to be a genius? And if you can be a little, well, lazy about it, isn't that... more

07 Aug 2020 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
Ep. 254 Secrets to becoming the gift-giver you've always wanted to be!

You know the friend who always gives the perfect gift on every occasion? Ever wonder how she does it? This... more

31 Jul 2020 · 49 minutes
Ep. 253 Can we go from anxiety to awesome?

As the entire globe grapples with what a return to workplaces and schools will look like as Quarantine 2020 continues,... more

24 Jul 2020 · 47 minutes
Ep. 252 It wasn't all grunge and BIG hair

Hey, teens of the 90s! What was THAT like? Many of us who lived out our teenage years in that... more

17 Jul 2020 · 57 minutes
Ep. 251 Askers vs Guessers (and other things we wish we had known!)

Earlier this year, Meg and Kelly revealed some of the things they had discovered that no one ever told them... more

10 Jul 2020 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Introducing AWESOME TODAY!

Get ready for talk radio, but make it awesome! Sorta Awesome Media's newest podcast - Awesome Today - is ready... more

04 Jul 2020 · 5 minutes
Ep. 250 Sprinklers, limeade, library books, and what made summer awesome

Summer 2020 may be unlike anything we had hoped or planned for, but maybe that gives us an opportunity to... more

26 Jun 2020 · 57 minutes
Ep. 249 Internet life hacks: could you, would you, should you?

We all need a little helpful from time to time, but is the internet the place to find it? This... more

19 Jun 2020 · 54 minutes
Ep. 248 The best drink is the one you enjoy

Bottoms up, Awesomes! This week, we're taking you down the aisles of the liquor store to help you feel more... more

12 Jun 2020 · 54 minutes
Revisiting How to Chat with Your Girlfriends About Race

In March 2018, Meg got to visit with race educator Krystle Cobran about how to have conversations with your friends... more

10 Jun 2020 · 54 minutes
Ep. 247 Awesome Summer List: 2020

We know that our Awesomes are smart, strong, and social, and we know you are exhausted right now, too. Between... more

05 Jun 2020 · 56 minutes
Ep. 246 Every thorn has its rose (a group show!)

Our planet is just over two months into pandemic, quarantine, and all the very un-awesome things that have happened since,... more

22 May 2020 · 1 hour, 11 minutes
Ep. 245 Good splurge/bad splurge

When was the last time you had a case of full-blown sticker shock? Was that high price tag worth it?... more

15 May 2020 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
Ep. 244 Dinner with the stars

If you're like us, you are watching a lot more television these days. And if you are also like us,... more

08 May 2020 · 55 minutes
SA+ offseason 002 – all day PLAYIN’ with it

New microphone in use!; Today is a day; all day playin’ with it; a one web browser kind of man;... more

04 May 2020 · 32 minutes
Ep. 243 So EMBARRASSING. Hear our confessions!

You know what we haven't done in a hot minute? Shared our confessions with the Awesomes! Tune in this week... more

01 May 2020 · 59 minutes
Ep. 242 10 ways to be smart, strong, and social right now!

Hey Awesome! For over five years, we’ve been hopelessly devoted to YOU, and to helping you be smart, strong, and... more

24 Apr 2020 · 58 minutes
SA+ 010 Dog food DELIGHT!!!

Stella-Roby and Francie-Pants; Meg fat shames Francie; dog food is good and good for you; pretentious food for everyone!; Kyle... more

23 Apr 2020 · 19 minutes
SA+ 004 Welcome to Wal-mart, DRAMA QUEEN!!!

This is episode 004 of Sorta Awesome PLUS! To get access to every episode in this daily series (both video... more

17 Apr 2020 · 19 minutes
Ep. 241 Extra! Extra! Awesome news!

Hey Awesomes! Can you believe that this month Sorta Awesome is celebrating FIVE YEARS of bringing you all the awesome... more

17 Apr 2020 · 47 minutes
Ep. 240 How are you doing? (No. Really.)

Hey, friend. How are you doing? Let’s talk. Lots of us are on a roller coaster of emotion right now... more

10 Apr 2020 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Ep. 239 Quarantine vs. your personality type

Check in, Awesome. How are you doing in life under quarantine? Some of us have relaxed into the solitude of... more

03 Apr 2020 · 56 minutes
Ep. 238 Why didn't they tell me?!

Awesomes, the older we get, the more ways we realize we were #unprepared for this life! In this week’s episode,... more

27 Mar 2020 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
Ep. 237 10 things to look forward to in Spring 2020

Spring 2020 is shaping up to be far different than anything anyone could have expected. We are, as a global... more

20 Mar 2020 · 52 minutes
Ep. 236 TikTok, Big Yikes, and Teen Culture

Okay friends, raise your hand if you know what a TikTok is. Do you know why anyone would want to... more

13 Mar 2020 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
Ep. 235 Overcoming Analysis Paralysis

Quick show of hands, Awesomes - have you ever been a victim of overthinking? One of the symptoms of overthinking... more

06 Mar 2020 · 45 minutes
Ep. 234 Go-to recipes and foodie memories

Awesomes, as we all know, sometimes you just need the comfort of good, familiar food. At Sorta Awesome, we've had... more

28 Feb 2020 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
Ep. 233 Something Bad Happened, Vol. 3

Needing something to take your mind off of the winter blues? This week, Meg is joined by her sister Emily... more

21 Feb 2020 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
Ep. 232 What we're watching right now

Well Awesomes, it’s been a long, yucky season of sickness for Meg and Rebekah this year. But one awesome thing... more

14 Feb 2020 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
Ep. 231 Document your life (and yourself!)

We know you are out there being THE AWESOME in the world, but how much of your awesome life -... more

07 Feb 2020 · 56 minutes
Ep. 230 What we're learning and loving (with Kelly and Laura!)

Get excited, Awesomes! While Meg was out sick, Kelly called up Sorta Awesome alumna and creator/host of 10 Things To... more

31 Jan 2020 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Ep. 229 Sorta Awesome HALL OF FAME!

For nearly five years, Sorta Awesome has been changing lives in big and small ways - including the lives of... more

24 Jan 2020 · 56 minutes
Ep. 228 Your best mornings yet!

Whether mornings make you shine or if they make you hide your head under the covers, we could all use... more

17 Jan 2020 · 53 minutes
Ep. 227 Three simple steps to an AWESOME 2020

It is 2020 and Sorta Awesome is BACK! Hi, Awesomes - we’ve missed you! And this time of year, it’s... more

10 Jan 2020 · 52 minutes
Ep. 226 All of the Awesome of 2019!

Grab a glass of champagne and a plateful of party food, Awesomes! It’s time for our annual year-end look back... more

30 Dec 2019 · 1 hour, 11 minutes
Ep. 225 Confessions: Holiday Edition!

We're in the home stretch now, Awesomes! December is drawing to an end and with it, the holidays, the year,... more

20 Dec 2019 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Ep. 224 Favorite holiday traditions: yours & ours

Fix up a hot cocoa and snuggle up by the fire with us, Awesomes! This week, we’re doing a deep... more

13 Dec 2019 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
Ep. 223 Seven kinds of self-care for the holidays

Happy December, Awesomes! You know that we preach the message of practicing self-care year ‘round, but we think it’s especially... more

06 Dec 2019 · 1 hour, 7 minutes
Ep. 222 AWESOME Holiday Gift Guide 2019!

It’s here, Awesomes! Our annual guide to all the best gifts in our Sorta Awesome Holiday Gift Guide 2019! Join... more

25 Nov 2019 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
Ep. 221 Thanksgiving: then and now

The table is all set, Awesomes, and you are invited! So pull up a chair and listen as Meg and... more

22 Nov 2019 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Ep. 220 How to be awesome with holiday giving

We all know that one way to be an Awesome is to be generous with giving to others, and the... more

15 Nov 2019 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
Ep. 219 Invisible labor: let's talk about it

Mental load. Emotional labor. Invisible work. You’ve heard these terms and how they describe a sometimes un-awesome part of life... more

08 Nov 2019 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Ep. 218 Do this now for a less-stress holiday season!

Picture it now, Awesomes. It’s the day of your big holiday gathering, and instead of feeling frazzled and stressed, you... more

01 Nov 2019 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
Ep. 217 Book club, skin care, and that time I punched my sister

It has been a minute since we opened up the listener mailbag, friends! This week, Meg is joined by her... more

25 Oct 2019 · 55 minutes
Ep. 216 What to do when the awesome wears off

You know how sometimes in life a thing is TOTALLY AWESOME … until it’s not? This week, Meg and Rebekah... more

18 Oct 2019 · 1 hour, 10 minutes
Ep. 215 Awesome List for Fall 2019

Sweaters and boots and sweets, oh my! Yes Awesomes, fall is here, and that means it’s time for our annual... more

11 Oct 2019 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
Ep. 214 The Enneagram Gets Married

Okay Awesome, so you know your Enneagram number. Now what? One of the most awesome aspects of the Enneagram is... more

27 Sep 2019 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Ep. 213 Awesome Guide to sick season!

Wash your hands and take your vitamins, Awesomes! Sickness season is about to begin! Meg and Rebekah have got you... more

20 Sep 2019 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Ep. 212 Something Bad Happened, Vol. 2

Guess who is back on Sorta Awesome this week? It's Meg's sister Emily, and she's bringing her undying fascination with... more

13 Sep 2019 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
Ep. 211 Awesome Overflow Summer 2019

Awesomes, WE ARE BACK! Meg, Kelly, and Rebekah are back in real time with a brand new episode of Sorta... more

06 Sep 2019 · 47 minutes
Ep. 210 Serving Sorta Awesome FAMILY STYLE

Pull up a chair and pour a drink, Awesomes! This week, we're inviting you over for some casual conversation around... more

30 Aug 2019 · 59 minutes
Ep. 209 Let's discuss ten friends every woman needs!

Awesomes, who sits on your life council? Who are the people you can count on for everyday chit-chat and for... more

23 Aug 2019 · 1 hour,
Ep. 208 Awesome in Afghanistan!

Pack your bags, Awesomes! We're wrapping up the Sorta Awesome Stories summer series with a road trip around the world!... more

16 Aug 2019 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
Ep. 207 Breaking free from imposter syndrome

We all know there's nothing less awesome than feeling like a fake, so what do you do when you're overwhelmed... more

02 Aug 2019 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
Ep. 206 Love, community, and pastoring ... all in a day's work

Imagine adding to the mix of your daily home life and responsibilities: a vibrant social life, an active commitment to... more

26 Jul 2019 · 1 hour, 10 minutes
Ep. 205 We need to talk about intimate partner violence

On Sorta Awesome, we not only share all of the good stuff of life together, we also talk to each... more

19 Jul 2019 · 44 minutes
Ep. 204 A parent's journey through the unexpected

As all Awesomes know, sometimes the parts of life that bring us the most joy can also bring the most... more

12 Jul 2019 · 48 minutes
Ep. 203 The Awesome's guide to making friends

There are few things more un-awesome in life than wanting to make new friends but not knowing where to start.... more

05 Jul 2019 · 49 minutes
Ep. 202 What you are missing when you're not outdoors

There's a good chance you aren't getting enough of this in your life, but the good news is, it's free... more

28 Jun 2019 · 51 minutes
Ep. 201 Don't fear the pivot!

Today we are kicking off a brand new series for Summer 2019, and it is going to be AWESOME! All... more

21 Jun 2019 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Ep. 200 Hidden strengths, big awesome! (A GROUP SHOW)

Pop the cork and raise a glass, Awesomes! We are celebrating our 200th episode this week! Meg is joined by... more

14 Jun 2019 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Ep. 199 Drugstore beauty challenge!

Feeling stuck in a rut when it comes to your makeup bag? We get it! And we think this week's... more

07 Jun 2019 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Ep. 198 The best parenting advice for every age & stage

Awesomes! Get excited! Today's episode features an Awesome who really knows how to bring warm wisdom and practical advice to... more

31 May 2019 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Ep. 197 Awesome birthday parties that save time, money, and sanity

Is planning a kid's birthday party a fun for you, or is it a big drag? This week, Rebekah joins... more

24 May 2019 · 1 hour, 11 minutes
An introvert's guide to hospitality

Awesome Heather Chollar knows that you don't have to be the life of the party to host one! Tune in... more

21 May 2019 · 27 minutes
Ep. 196 Awesome Summer List 2019

IT'S HERE! Our seasonal top ten lists always guarantee a pocketful of all the most awesome things to look forward... more

17 May 2019 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
Trusting our hunger, our bodies, and ourselves

When it comes to food, eating, and body size, most of us have more questions than answers. What would happen... more

14 May 2019 · 31 minutes
Ep. 195 No time, always behind, what now?

Awesomes! Get excited! Time management and productivity guru Laura Vanderkam is BACK at Sorta Awesome! Today, she and Meg sit... more

10 May 2019 · 48 minutes
How to raise a boy

Is it possible that this moment in our culture is the best possible time to be raising a boy? According... more

07 May 2019 · 37 minutes
Ep. 194 Enneagram Q&A

Awesomes! Are you ready to take your Enneagram learning to the next level? Maybe you've finally discovered what Enneagram Number... more

03 May 2019 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
Ep. 193 Stressed out, burned out, and ready to recover

Let's talk about stress, Awesomes. Dealing with stressors - both big and small - are a part of life, but... more

26 Apr 2019 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
Introverted moms: finding your awesome in life with kids

Being an introverted mother can be exhausting, but there are many ways it's also a unique gift to your family... more

23 Apr 2019 · 46 minutes
Ep. 192 Heartbreak, doubt, and finding faith through the storms

It has become something of a tradition at Sorta Awesome that on Easter weekend, we get vulnerable in trusting to... more

19 Apr 2019 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Ep. 191 Something Bad Happened (true crime for sensitive people)

True crime is having a MOMENT, Awesomes, and it has been for a few years now! But for those of... more

12 Apr 2019 · 1 hour, 7 minutes
Q&A with Dacey: aesthetics explained, messaging magic, and high school jitters

Welcome back to Sorta Awesome Dacey, Meg's fourteen year old daughter. In this episode in the Extra Awesome series, Dacey... more

10 Apr 2019 · 29 minutes
Ep. 190 The awesome of better sex, more often

Get ready, Awesomes! In this GROWN-UPS ONLY episode of Sorta Awesome, we are taking on a topic we've never covered... more

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Ep. 194 Enneagram Q&A
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Awesomes! Are you ready to take your Enneagram learning to the next level? Maybe you've finally discovered what Enneagram Number you are,... more