Best Life Over Brunch Podcasts (2024)

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Tipping Issues and 30 and Over Bars: The Debate 21:11

3d ago21:11

21:11

Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how the evolution of tipping culture has affected both servers and patrons alike? This episode promises an in-depth exploration of modern tipping practices, from the challenges posed by electronic payment systems to the blurred lines between genuine gratuity and hidden labor costs. Join hosts Bill Thornton, Kay…

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Creating a Family Atmosphere in the Hospitality World While Running a Seasonal Restaurant 27:33

2M ago27:33

27:33

Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how couples manage to mix love and business successfully? This week on the Barn Ninja Podcast, we promise to unravel the secrets behind blending romance and entrepreneurship. With our special guest, Jacqueline Westfall, co-owner of Drifters, we explore the humorous and candid moments of their journey from early…

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Standards & Expectations & Boundaries, Oh My! 1:00:09

2M ago1:00:09

1:00:09

As a follow up to our last episode on not settling, today we’re tackling standards, expectations and boundaries. All SUPER important things when it comes to relationships. We’ve talked a lot about standards and boundaries but thought we’d get into more detail about what they actually are. There seems to be some confusion out there so S&M are breaki…

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Not Settling 1:11:54

2M ago1:11:54

1:11:54

Lately we’ve found ourselves in some less than desirable situations and, after some self-reflection, we realized we have not been applying our own standards - even compromising some of our dealbreakers - because we wanted to “be open.” We opened ourselves up for sure, but the only thing that really got us was hurt. So today we’re dropping some gems…

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Putting Yourself Out There 56:14

3M ago56:14

56:14

Yay to putting yourself out there! We talk about the speed dating event we helped support at Artist Block tasting room in Dundee, OR. We absolutely love the vibe of the place so much that we did a photo shoot there. It was so much fun to play in such a bright space with beautiful neon colored art everywhere. It’s kinda like a playroom for adults es…

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S&M After Dark: What’s Alive for Us Right Now 1:19:00

3M ago1:19:00

1:19:00

We’re doing something different this week and recorded after hours and decided to share where we’re both at in dating and what’s alive for us right now. Buckle up, buttercup! We haven’t talked about the dating apps in a while. Megan gives an update on that (spoiler alert- frustration ensues) and we talk about intentional dating and overall respect.…

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Misconceptions of Dark Feminine Energy in Dating 1:04:25

3M ago1:04:25

1:04:25

Dark feminine energy (also referred to as black cat energy) is the shadow side of the divine feminine and is marked by such traits as being mysterious, assertive, authentic, powerful, seductive, and confident. There are benefits to tapping into the dark feminine but there’s plenty of toxic information out there about what it is and how to wield it …

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Oral Sex: Viva La Vulva! 51:10

3M ago51:10

51:10

It’s time to beCOME CLITerate! Today S&M are talking about cunnilingus although this episode will benefit both men and women. It’s the sex ed we never got in school but should have. The inspo for this convo came from Ian Kerner’s book She Comes First which is a MUST read for everyone. It has been called the essential guidebook to oral sex and the p…

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Sharonda Grandberry Opens Up About Healing, Dating & Sex! 51:29

4M ago51:29

51:29

We have a special guest today- yay! We are excited to have Sharonda Grandberry with us today. Sharonda is a full figured model, speaker, author award winning stylist, brand ambassador, and CEO of Pink Throne Styles. Basically, she’s a total badass! Sharonda shares her healing journey, growing apart from her husband and breaking their trauma bond, t…

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It’s Our Podiversary! 46:30

4M ago46:30

46:30

It's our One Year Podiversary-yay!! We've managed to consistently deliver this pod every week for a year and are celebrating our dedication and commitment to sharing and helping all of you! Our mission is to empower women and support men in truly understanding and knowing themselves and each other while navigating relationships and creating the hea…

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How to Have Hard Conversations- Part 2 1:12:58

4M ago1:12:58

1:12:58

S&M start out with a brief recap of the last episode- How to Have Hard Conversations- Part 1 (see link below). In Part 2 we get into the importance of the receiver’s comprehension through the use of reflective listening. Don’t be afraid to ask the other person to summarize what they heard you say. We’ve all had different life circumstances and expe…

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How to Have Hard Conversations- Part 1 1:05:04

4M ago1:05:04

1:05:04

Today we tackle a pretty big topic- how to have hard conversations….yikes! Never fear S&M are here to break it all down into digestible pieces to help you with your next hard convo. · Why is it so hard to have difficult conversations? We talk about different fears that contribute to why it feels so hard to communicate how you’re feeling. · Why is i…

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Filtering Friends 59:17

4M ago59:17

59:17

We’ve talked about filtering in dating, but what about filtering friends- new and old? We’ve all heard the saying (or something similar)- ”You are the average of the five people you spend your time with.” Basically, it’s meant to bring to your awareness the influence of behaviors, attitudes, beliefs, and energy that that this creates for you and wi…

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Getting Out of the Friend Zone 1:00:32

5M ago1:00:32

1:00:32

Are your insecurities preventing you from going after the things you want in dating? Do you feel like you’re perpetually stuck in the friend zone? We all have insecurities, and they can really hold us back if we allow them to. In this episode Megan & Shannon talk about what they are, how they affect us in dating and approaching someone, and the dif…

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Rethinking Romance 46:59

5M ago46:59

46:59

In this episode we start with the fairytale- where love at first sight sets off fireworks and then a string of improbable events magically leads to a happy ending full of romance including grand gestures. This led us to explore what true romance is IRL. We think of romance as a way to build connection through small, daily gestures like a lingering …

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Curiosity & Conversation 56:16

5M ago56:16

56:16

Shannon had a dinner party! It got us talking about getting to know other people, our curiosity, how we relate to others, and the conversation that naturally flows in those moments. Don’t underestimate starting off with small talk as it can lead to deep talk. Try to find a topic that the other person is interested in (in a natural way) so they’re m…

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Changing the game on Mocktail Culture: Tales of Sobriety and Sips 25:30

5M ago25:30

25:30

Send us a Text Message. Ever caught off-guard by the potency of a deceptively large wine glass? Join us as we navigate these comical predicaments and more with the wit and wisdom of the Bar Ninja crew. We’re raising a glass (and an eyebrow) to the comedic struggles that come with everyday decisions, celebrating the arrival of a new shaker that's fl…

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Is This Relationship Going Anywhere? 50:55

5M ago50:55

50:55

Let’s talk about the difficult side of dating in your 40s. We’ve all been there; we’ve asked the questions early on in dating and each shared what we’re looking for in a relationship – and “yea!” it matches! Then 3-6 months down the line we find that it’s going nowhere. Ugh. Are people lying to keep things going? Do they not really know what they w…

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True Tales from the Heart of Hospitality - Ryan & Jaclyn part2 9:46

5M ago9:46

9:46

Send us a Text Message. Ever slept in a truck while your house is earning you Airbnb cash? Ryan has, and let me tell you, it's just one of the wild slices of life we're unpacking as we chat about the deeper side of hospitality with our special guest. This episode isn't just about pouring drinks; it's about pouring your soul into every connection—th…

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Babes on the Town 39:55

6M ago39:55

39:55

Watch out! The babes are on the town!!! And we’re recapping what we’ve been up to. You’ve been warned- lol. First up is our Valentine’s happy hour outing where we took Patti Stanger’s advice that single men would be out on Valentine’s Day at steakhouse bars…umm, we did not experience that. But we still had a lot of fun! Then we go into some sexy fu…

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What is True Connection in a Relationship? 1:07:25

6M ago1:07:25

1:07:25

Happy Valentine’s Day! We start out by talking about how others feel about the holiday, especially when it comes to your partner/significant other. Don’t just dismiss it as just a Hallmark holiday. Talk about it and get to understand your partner better- why do they like or dislike the holiday? Where does that come from? Take it as an opportunity t…

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Feeling Yourself: Let’s Talk About Pleasure Play! 36:29

6M ago36:29

36:29

We start out talking about what embodiment means- it’s time to start getting in touch with your body! There’s so much to explore and we’re here to tell you if you’re not taking the time to cultivate a self-pleasure practice, now’s the time, honey! We recommend where to start with if you’re uncomfortable going all in. It’s all about being present, e…

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Being Naturally Challenging 55:11

6M ago55:11

55:11

Being naturally challenging is attractive! Being naturally challenging is NOT about playing games or using manipulation. High value women do not play games. We unsubscribe to that! They are authentic in their communications, interactions, have true confidence and are secure within themselves. They know who they are, and they maintain their individu…

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Do You Know Who You Are? 1:02:04

7M ago1:02:04

1:02:04

Are you living your life on auto pilot? It’s easy to get lost in all the life things and to disconnect from your true self identity. So often we are running through our day with a massive to do list that when we finally sit down we numb out because we’re so exhausted! When you don’t make the time for yourself you lose sight of what’s important to y…

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Integrity in Relationships 41:35

7M ago41:35

41:35

Get ready for a deep dive into integrity, specifically integrity in relationships. It’s a big one! We talk about what integrity means- honoring your words with the actions, being honest and transparent, taking accountability and responsibility, sharing your feelings, treating others with respect, and being consistent in what you say and do. Integri…

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Overcoming Dating Frustration 1:04:53

7M ago1:04:53

1:04:53

We’ve all been there with dating. We just get to a point where we want to throw our hands up in the air. But we’re here to help you overcome dating frustration. It IS possible! It’s up to you to reframe and focus on the positive. It’s time to start looking at your dating experiences and reflecting in order to get closer to where you want to be and …

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Our Sex Club Adventure 41:36

7M ago41:36

41:36

Soooo we did a thing and went to a sex club! We tried newbie night and popped our cherries! We talk about why we wanted to go, what we wore, the rules, the tour, what we saw, and whether or not we’d do it all over again. It’s another fun one! Follow us https://www.instagram.com/itsalwaysbrunchpod/ Shannon’s Dating & Relationship Coaching https://ww…

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Wild Ride- Our Dating Year in Review 1:11:28

7M ago1:11:28

1:11:28

S&M are closing out the year with a review of their dating experiences! Buckle up, buttercup! It’s raw and real! Follow us https://www.instagram.com/itsalwaysbrunchpod/ Shannon’s Dating & Relationship Coaching https://www.instagram.com/sagecoachingandhealing/ Rate, Review & Follow on Apple Podcasts: Please support the pod by rating and reviewing us…

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Green Flags!! 1:14:10

8M ago1:14:10

1:14:10

We talked about ALL the other flags in ep 36 so today we decided to focus on the positives- the green flags- yay! While chemistry and attraction are amazing to have with someone, it’s also about core values and beliefs and the healthy relationship skills necessary to have a deep and meaningful connection. Green means GO! Why Modern Love is So Damn …

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Therapy, Coaching & Doing The Things 1:25:01

8M ago1:25:01

1:25:01

Today S&M really get into it! It’s a deep dive into therapy and coaching. Sooo many topics! The breakdown: · Differences between therapists and coaches · How to approach finding the right fit for you · Understanding how to prioritize what you would like help with · Couple therapy versus individual therapy · Your personal responsibility as a client …

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Power Dynamics in the Boudoir 50:46

8M ago50:46

50:46

Today is all about power and roles in the bedroom…get ready for some naughty fun! S&M start with the concept of feminism in the bedroom. We explore what it means to us, and then get into roles that partners play. Yes, we’re talking dom/sub *gasp!* That also means getting into some kink talk and the movie that got people talking about it- Fifty Shad…

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What Color Is That Flag? 1:13:50

8M ago1:13:50

1:13:50

All of us know what red flags are, right?!! Who knew there are a slew of other colors?? Pink, Beige, Orange, Yellow, White, Blue, Black, Green- it’s a festival of relationship flags! But there’s no need to over complicate it. Flags are flags and they’re worth exploring if they’re cautionary. In today’s episode we discuss awareness around certain fl…

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SUPER Unhealthy Series: Hall Passes 12:52

9M ago12:52

12:52

It’s the first quickie in our new and ongoing SUPER Unhealthy series! S&M decide to tackle the topic of hall passes spurred by Kalani and Asuelu from 90 Day: The Last Resort. Like the title says... SUPER unhealthy! Follow us https://www.instagram.com/itsalwaysbrunchpod/ Shannon’s Dating & Relationship Coaching https://www.instagram.com/sagecoaching…

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Rethinking Situationships 1:05:54

9M ago1:05:54

1:05:54

Today we’re going all in on situationships- gasp! Most of the info out there is pretty negative but we’re here to help offer some tid bits and pointers that may have you rethinking situationships. We start off discussing the difference between a situationship, friends with benefits, and a hook up. Def want to make sure those are all clear first, or…

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It’s a Quickie! Where My Friends At? 21:43

9M ago21:43

21:43

Join us for a quickie on how dating, relationships, and break ups can also affect your friendships, but they don’t have to! Follow us https://www.instagram.com/itsalwaysbrunchpod/ Shannon’s Dating & Relationship Coaching https://www.instagram.com/sagecoachingandhealing/ Rate, Review & Follow on Apple Podcasts: Please support the pod by rating and r…

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Your Words Exposed 59:59

9M ago59:59

59:59

Today S&M are sharing their thoughts on common sayings when it comes to love and relationships…we’re calling BS on the fairytale stuff…or at least Shannon is- ha! We both give our insights into what we each think of these sayings and what could be behind them. Shannon also offers healthier perspectives and ways to view the topics inherent within ea…

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Girls Night!! 1:13:26

9M ago1:13:26

1:13:26

Join us for our first two parter- the pre and after party- Girls Night! We’re joined by Shannon’s other bestie, Tara. It’s our first threesome lol! Shannon shares what a wing woman is and what her responsibilities are. We all share how it feels to put yourself out there when meeting men out in the wild. Shannon also takes us through some flirting t…

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It’s Our Friendiversary! 58:08

10M ago58:08

58:08

It all started last year at a Halloween party…it was totally meant to be! Join us as we reflect back on the laughs and tears and basically girl crush on each other haha! As always, we sprinkle in some dating stories and reflections. But then somehow end up talking about uncircumcised appendages...umm... Enjoy...we're always a good time! ;) Follow u…

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Dating Realness 1:10:12

10M ago1:10:12

1:10:12

Watch out- the babes are back on the apps!! Shannon’s been a swiping maniac! We're here to serve up some dating realness so, get ready for some laughs! We've been seeing LOTS of pilots…neither one of us boarded the plane though- Lol. Shannon matches with one that admits to her he’s already been kicked off of Tinder. OMG… We talk about what to do wh…

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Love Languages Undressed 53:03

10M ago53:03

53:03

Today S&M are decoding the love languages! Now, these love languages have been around since the 90s, so most people know what they are, but do they understand the concept and what each language really means? In case you’ve been living under a rock, the 5 Love Languages are: · Quality Time · Words of Affirmation · Receiving Gifts · Acts of Service ·…

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Ryan Walters: Drawing Leadership Lessons from Unlikely Places (Everyone in the industry should listen to this podcast!) 20:39

10M ago20:39

20:39

Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how serving in the military and law enforcement might influence one's approach to restaurant ownership? The answer lies in the inspiring journey of Ryan Walters a former police officer turned successful business owner. Ryan, the owner of Drifter's restaurant, reflects on how his previous background honed his le…

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Doing Dating Differently 51:44

10M ago51:44

51:44

We’re shaking shit up! We have both found ourselves in situations where our approaches to dating have changed and we’re swapping roles! Shannon has taken on Megan’s fast paced approach and Megan has taken on more of a crockpot approach. Welcome to doing dating differently! We talk through our learnings of moving quickly vs. moving more slowly. And …

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It’s a Quickie on Quickies! 9:14

11M ago9:14

9:14

Well, we decided we needed to talk really quick about quickies! Lol Follow us https://www.instagram.com/itsalwaysbrunchpod/ Shannon’s Dating & Relationship Coaching https://www.instagram.com/sagecoachingandhealing/ Rate, Review & Follow on Apple Podcasts: Please support the pod by rating and reviewing us! This helps others to find us more easily, g…

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Dive Bars and their Allure: A Journey with Leslie 8:13

10M ago8:13

8:13

Send us a Text Message. Have you ever stepped into a bar that felt like stepping into another era? That's the charm of dive bars! We're all aboard the nostalgia train in this episode of the Bar Ninja Podcast with your favorites - Kayla Louge and Mike Garrison. On our journey, we're joined by Leslie, a dive bar expert who shares her unforgettable ex…

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Should I Stay or Should I Go? 58:50

11M ago58:50

58:50

We’ve all been there….the dreaded decision of whether or not to stay or go in a relationship. Why do we stay in relationships that aren’t working? There are so many reasons! Today Megan and Shannon discuss some of the reasons why and relate it into their own experiences. We discuss the importance of weighing the current state of what’s really happe…

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Brunch Battles: Championing Pancakes or Swearing off Eggs Benedict 10:52

11M ago10:52

10:52

Send us a Text Message. Ready to embark on a whimsical journey into the divisive world of brunch? Buckle up for a hilarious and insightful debate that will leave you either craving pancakes or swearing off Eggs Benedict forever. We're your hosts Bill, Kayla, and Mike, and in this episode, we're joined by special guest Leslie, who's not exactly a fa…

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It’s a Quickie! Our Test Drives Using Dating App Tech 22:22

11M ago22:22

22:22

In todays quickie we’re talking about checking out some of the tech features on the dating apps. These features help to capture the essence of who we are and offer a connection point in support of getting to know each other a bit before deciding to meet (or not) IRL. We share our recent experiences with branching out into new territory and what we …

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Faking It 34:58

11M ago34:58

34:58

Today we open it all up when it comes to faking it. Gasp! We talk about how we’re impacted by what we see on tv and in porn with the pressure on women to have cinematic orgasms sans pleasure. IRL performative sex is really about goal-oriented sex and satisfying your partner. We’re here to tell you that sex is more than orgasm! Yes, you heard that r…

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Don’t Be So Quick to Judge 54:36

12M ago54:36

54:36

Get ready for the introduction of the fire pussy… don’t judge us…you just have to listen. In today’s episode Megan & Shannon talk about judgments and assumptions that occur on the dating apps (and IRL too). We’d be kidding ourselves if we didn’t admit that most people do this. You’re assessing information based on what you see in a profile or what …

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Interlude 1:23

12M ago1:23

1:23

We're back! Join the conversation over on IG: https://www.instagram.com/laughteroverlattespodcast/ Connect with Lana: Sundress Brunch Tickets: https://sundressandbighatbrunch.com/events/ Consulting Services: https://gr8collaborations.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sundressandbighatbrunch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sundressbrunch/…

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