Best of Both Worlds Podcast

In this episode perfect for the current times, yoga therapist Stephannie Weikert joins Laura and Sarah to talk about dealing with stress. She is a yoga therapist who provides online yoga therapy for "smart, stressed out men and women" - which may be widely applicable right now! She shares some of her favorite breathing techniques and postures for relaxation, as well as some of the deeper non-movement aspects of yoga. In the intro, Laura and Sarah discuss their own experiences with yoga & meditation. The Q&A segment features a listener question about managing childcare transitions.Skylight: To get $10 off your purchase of a Skylight Frame just go SkylightFrame.com/best and enter code BESTDoor Dash: Listeners can get $5 off their first order of $15 or more when you download the DoorDash app and enter code BESTOF.Sun Basket: Receive $35 off your first order at sunbacket.com/best and enter promo code best at checkout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a traditional Laura & Sarah conversational episode, with a discussion of things currently keeping our spirits up as well as lessons/changes that may stick even when the pandemic is (eventually) behind us all! Plus, Laura reveals her newest project (exciting!) and Sarah shares a much more minor but notable blog-related achievement. In the Q&A, they answer a listener question about charitable donations.Skylight - $10 off your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to Skylightframe.com/BEST and enter code BESTBetter Help - Get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/bestofFunction of Beauty - Go to functionofbeauty.com/bestof to take your four part hair profile quiz and save 20% on your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We can all use a dose of humor right now -- and well-known author Jen Hatmaker provides a just that, with a fresh burst of energy in her interview today. Laura and Sarah open with a discussion of their current diversions, and then guest Jen joins Laura to talk about her brand new book, Fierce, Free, and Full of Fire. In the Q&A, Laura and Sarah answer a listener question about maintaining friendships, especially in that tough era when kids are little. Skylight: To get $10 off your purchase of a Skylight frame, just go to skylightframe.com/BEST and enter code BEST at checkoutFiverr: Check out Fiverr.com, and you will receive 10% off your first order with code BESTOF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lani Inlander helps DC-area professionals build comfortable, stylish, and functional wardrobes, and she shares her wisdom and advice in this fun interview! Sarah and Laura share their particular pain points (motivation, sizing, and not knowing what to budget being just a few), and Lani weighs in. She also shares her favorite pieces in 5 must-have categories for working women, from black pants to comfortable shoes! In the Q&A, Sarah answers a question sent in by a physician transitioning away from clinical work.Fiverr is a marketplace that helps you find the right freelance talent for your business or project. Check out Fiverr.com, and you will receive 10% off your first order with code BESTOFDoor Dash: Download app and use promo code BESTOF for $5 off your first order of $15 or moreLinkedIn Jobs: Visit LinkedIn.com/BESTOF for $50 off of your first job post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura and Sarah share current routines (during COVID-lockdown era), and explore their emotional states, adventures in homeschooling, and more. Laura shares some great work from home tips, and in the Q&A they address a listener question related to the current era.  Skylight Frames - Skylight frames are touch-screen photo frames built for sharing -- a perfect gift for loved ones. To get $10 off your purchase of a Skylight frame, just go to skylightframe.com/BEST and enter code BEST at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle P. King is the director of diversity and inclusion at Netflix, and she has just published a book (The Fix, out earlier this month) about overcoming the barriers women face at work. Laura and Sarah are fans -- of both Netflix & overcoming barriers! -- so they were thrilled to host Michelle on the show. Michelle exposes some of the common barriers and shares her strategies for going beyond old methods ("women-fixing") to more innovative and inclusive solutions. All 3 share their current Netflix favorites in the 'love of the week' segment! In the Q&A, a listener asks Laura how she decides which speaking engagement and travel opportunities are worth it.Fiverr is a marketplace that helps you find the right freelance talent for your business or project. Check out Fiverr.com, and you will receive 10% off your first order with code BESTOF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this 2nd coronavirus-related bonus episode, Laura and Sarah discuss what they've been up to, and answer a listener question about division of labor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode is a special "couples" edition! Dr James Turner is an anesthesiologist, a popular financially-minded physician blogger, and he's also a father of 3 young children. His wife Kristen Turner is an educator who does specialized work within the school system, and despite being a newbie to the podcasting world, she graciously agreed to come on with him! Josh (Sarah's husband) was excited and made an impromptu decision to join Sarah for part of the interview and to help introduce the episode. In the Q&A, Laura answers a listener question about in-home childcare and remote work (often from home) -- what are the advantages and downsides, and how does she make it work?  Door Dash: Download app and use promo code BESTOF for $5 off your first order of $15 or moreCapital One Walmart Rewards Card: Get 5% back at Walmart online, 2% back at Walmart stores (plus restaurants + travel!), and 1% everywhere elseFiverr is a marketplace that helps you find the right freelance talent for your business or project. Check out Fiverr.com, and you will receive 10% off your first order with code BESTOF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since we record ahead of time, we wanted to jump in and chat about what is going on with us now in these very different times. Today's episode is just a general check in; future episodes will be updates, and some more practical tips on remote work. We hope everyone stays healthy -- both physically and mentally -- during this tough stretch! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Routines change -- new babies, new jobs, and even with the season! So, Sarah and Laura felt it was time to share an update on the landscape of their days. Morning routines, workday routines, evening routines, and even workout plans are discussed in this detailed account of day to day life. Then, Sarah provides an update on her prior mood issues (refer to episode 118 if you'd like) and what has really helped her. In the Q&A, a younger listener writes in asking -- "What should I do NOW before I have kids?"Better Help is a convenient online counseling resource to enable you to get help at your own pace and on your own time. Get 10% off your first month with discount code bestof. Get started at betterhelp.com/bestofLinkedIn: Get $50 off your first job post at LinkedIn using the url LinkedIn.com/bestofCapital One Walmart Rewards Card: Get 5% back at Walmart online, 2% back at Walmart stores (plus restaurants + travel!), and 1% everywhere else Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.