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Written by: Carlyn & Elaine
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Join Carlyn & Elaine, two bi-racial millennial sisters, as they explore the beautifully complex, sometimes messy realities of adulting, singlehood, siblinghood, and everything in between. Each episode dives into candid conversations -- from career curveballs, to cultural identity, to growing up in an increasingly digital world. All with a healthy dose of humor and humanity.

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Episodes
  • Are straight men allowed to like "Heated Rivalry"?

    Are straight men allowed to like "Heated Rivalry"?
    Jan 12 2026

    SPOILERS AHEAD! Elaine and Carlyn discuss a little Canadian show that has people talking. From our own impressions of the series, to who makes up the intended audience, to what the wave of popularity says about our world at the turn of this new year… its time to talk Heated Rivalry.

    Further Reading:

    * Heated Rivalry on HBOMax

    * South Park Clip

    Theme Music: “Banjo Beat” - Will Records



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    39 mins
  • Do you have the Christmas Spirit(uality)?

    Do you have the Christmas Spirit(uality)?
    Dec 16 2025

    Elaine and Carlyn talk about their religious upbringing and the importance of community in this holiday season.

    Theme Music: “Banjo Beat” - Will Records; Handel’s Messiah: Part II, Hallelujah Chorus (Sargent 1958)



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    36 mins
  • The lavender marriage is back (did it ever really leave?)

    The lavender marriage is back (did it ever really leave?)
    Dec 2 2025

    As romance culture wobbles and capitalism keeps capitalism-ing, a century-old idea has reentered the group chat: marrying a best friend for the benefits, not the butterflies. We explore why lavender marriages are resurfacing now, what they reveal about modern adulthood, and how people are redesigning partnership to fit the lives they actually have. It’s marriage, but make it pragmatic.

    Further Reading:

    The lavendar marriage is back — but why? (The Guardian)

    What is a lavender marriage? (Cosmopolitan)

    The uncomfortable truth behind the lavender marriage trend (Mashable)

    Theme Music: “Banjo Beat” - Will Records



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    37 mins
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