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Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project
Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project is hosted by sisters Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson. Michelle hit a breaking point trying to balance full-time work, motherhood, and caring for their mom with dementia. That moment gave birth to a new life philosophy: slow down, care less, do nothing. It’s not just a mantra—it’s a middle finger to burnout. Rooted in Midwestern warmth and wit, their weekly episodes are unfiltered, full of big laughs and cozy inspo.
Episodes
Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project234 | Bruce Willis & Late In Life Divorce
In today’s episode, Michelle and Lauren their feelings regarding the horrible news of Bruce Willis' FTD diagnosis. They are also responding to a listener's…
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233 | Postpartum Anxiety & Normal Houses
In today’s episode, Michelle and Lauren discuss postpartum mental health and the newest social media trend, normal houses. Hot Topics: Charlotte Tilbury’s…
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232 | To Sleepover or Not To Sleepover
Michelle and Lauren are taking a trip down memory lane to discuss the current hot debate on whether or not sleepovers are allowed when it comes to their kids…
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231 | Pamela Anderson & Pelvic Floor Therapy
Michelle and Lauren are taking it back to the Baywatch days and sharing their thoughts on Netflix’s newest documentary, Pamela, a Love Story. Lauren is also…
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230 | Women Empowerment & Entrepreneurship with Mashallah Ghouleh
Join the sisters as they sit down with friend and business owner, Mashallah Ghouleh, for a cozy chat. Topics discussed but not limited to hosting friends, the…
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229 | Husband Hollering & Hairstylist Break-Ups
Michelle and Lauren are tackling hard-hitting topics like breaking up with your hairstylist and the Iowa State Fair husband-hollering contest. Hot Topics…
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228 | Golden Globes, Idaho Murders, & Kitchen Issues
In today’s episode, Michelle and Lauren are covering their favorite moments at the Golden Globes as well as some of their more embarrassing kitchen habits. Hot…
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227 | Stressing As We Age & Prince Harry's Spare
Welcome to Season 6 of Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project! Michelle and Lauren are kicking things off with a cozy convo on Prince Harry's memoir…
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226 | Casey Anthony, Rocket Money App, and Tipping
Join the sisters as they discuss the Casey Anthony docuseries on Peacock, how and when the hell to tip, and going into the new year with saving money in mind!…
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225 | Jan's nuts, Christmas Eve, & the Buffalo Blizzard
Michelle and Lauren are catching up but this time from the comfort of their own cozy homes. After all, it's that weird week between Christmas and New Year's…
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224 | A Cozy Convo with the Queen of Hygge, April Lee Wiencek aka The Tipsy Housewife
Michelle and Lauren sat down with The Tipsy Housewife to discuss her super cozy existence both on Instagram and in real life. From Aldi's hams and the Upper…
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223 | Sobriety and Peppermint Mochas with The Sober Gay Guy, TJ Booth
The sisters sat down with TJ Booth, aka The Sober Gay Guy, to discuss sobriety, seasonal lattes, and The Sober Gay Guy Podcast. If you love Cozy Conversations…
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222 | Chatting with The Ghost of Christmas Present, Bethany Thomas
The sisters sat down for a cozy, Christmassy chat with none other than Bethany Thomas who stars as The Ghost of Christmas Present in The Goodman Theater's…
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221 | Holiday Burnout & White Lotus Review!
Spoiler Alert! In today's episode, Michelle and Lauren are chatting about their own holiday burnout and giving their review of the season 2 finale of White…
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220 | Name That Hum and Erotic Audiobooks
In today's episode, the sisters are covering their favorite holiday flicks, Lauren's dream of becoming an author, and a question Michelle was asked but wasn't…
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219 | Gaslighting, Stutz, and Our Pick for the Gift of the Year
In this episode, Michelle and Lauren are discussing both the word and drink of the year. Also discussed, is Jonah Hill's documentary, Stutz, and The Sister…
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218 | Sleep Health and Hygiene with Sleep Specialist, Kelly Murray
Kelly Murray of Kelly Murray Sleep Consulting sat down with the sisters to talk about what causes sleep issues and everyday ways to better your sleep. A good…
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217 | Espresso Martinis & Ebonezer Scrooge
Michelle and Lauren are giving their review of The Goodman Theater's A Christmas Carol. Spoiler alert, get tickets asap! Also in the mix, Chris Hemsworth's…
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216 | Tenacity and Storytelling with Television Host, Whitney Reynolds
Joining Michelle and Lauren on Cozy Conversations, Executive Producer of the Emmy Nominated show The Whitney Reynolds Show the host herself, Whitney Reynolds…
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215 | Our Thanksgiving Special, Gratitude and Grief
This Thanksgiving the sisters are diving into the two G's. Gratitude and grief because that's what the holidays are all about! Oh and don't worry, there's…
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214 | Skincare Secrets & Divorce with Beauty & Lifestyle Writer, Melanie Rud
Whether you're wanting the best skincare tips in the biz or are curious about divorce, you are in for a treat. Joining the sisters is Beauty & Lifestyle…
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213 | Lindsey Lohan is Back & The Benefits of Pumpkin Spice
Good news! Pumpkin spice actually has some health benefits to it and so do mushrooms. The sisters are diving into these well-being nuggets and reviewing…
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212 | The Official Cozy Convo Holiday Gift Guide Episode
For the first year ever, Michelle and Lauren are sharing their official and first annual holiday gift list! From Parisian earth-conscious bags to a must-have…
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211 | How To Ask For Help and Reframe Your Mindset with Life Coach, Aviva Brill
Back for a second time to share her nuggets of wisdom, life coach and founder of Co-Pilot for Wellness, Aviva Brill, sits down with the sisters to discuss…
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210 | A Royal Chat with the Hosts of Royally Obsessed Podcast, Rachel Bowie and Roberta Fiorito
Michelle and Lauren sat down with Rachel Bowie and Roberta Fiorito, hosts of the Royally Obsessed podcast, to discuss...well...all things royals. From Princess…
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209 | Cozy Convo Halloween Special!
The sisters sat down for a spooky chat! They’re sharing their most recent experience with a Tarot Card Reader, a recap of Lauren’s 40th birthday party, and…
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208 | Lauren's East Coast 40th Birthday Recap
Lauren is back from her 40th Birthday Fall Extravaganza East Coast Adventure and sharing all the festive details with Michelle. If you've ever thought about…
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207 | Infertility & Playboy Magazine with Infertile AF Host, Ali Prato
Lauren and Michelle sat down with one of their favorite podcast hosts, Ali Prato, to do what Ali does best and chat about infertility and women’s healthcare…
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206 | How To Have a Conversation with Communication Expert, Ellen Hudson-O'Brien
When it comes to having a good old-fashioned conversation, there are some tricks to the trade to help you excel. Knowing this, the sisters sat down with…
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205 | Our First Annual Fall Family Trip and the Spagliato
Michelle and Lauren are recapping their first fall family trip to Fennville, Michigan. Hot Topics: Dill pickle dip & babies sleeping outside If you love Cozy…
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204 | Postpartum Anxiety, Weighted Eye Masks, & Fall Leaves
The sisters are chatting about the trending Netflix movie, Luckiest Girl Alive, why trees turn colors in the fall, why postpartum anxiety sucks so bad, and if…
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203 | College Roommates, Fall Facts, & Mushroom Coffee
Lauren and Michelle share stories of college past, cover some cool fall things you should know, and Lauren is drinking mushroom coffee. If you love Cozy…
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202 | Mums, Soups, and House Parties
It's fall AKA soup season. Lauren and Michelle are sharing some favorite recipes along with Lauren's favorite spot to pick pumpkins. Tune in for fall vibes and…
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201 | Butter Boards and Dahmer
Move over charcuterie boards, butter boards and cream cheese boards are the new communal apps in town. The sisters are also discussing and reviewing Netflix's…
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200 | New Dad, Anthony, Sits Down to Talk Parenting, Marriage, and Sleep (or lack thereof)
Lauren's husband, Anthony, joined the sisters to chat about being a new dad to Luna, how their relationship has changed since having a baby, and offer some…
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199 | Gummies, Male Strippers, & Sleep Meditation
The sisters are covering a plethora of topics. From an incredible appetizer, Lauren had to Michelle's favorite sleep gummy, this is a must-listen-to episode…
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198 | It's Fall Y'all - Well, Almost
Michelle and Lauren are sharing their fall bucket list, some wise words from Richard Branson of Virgin, autumn recipes, and a daily motto that can change your…
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197 | The Queen, Anxiety, & Brendan Fraser
The Queen has passed and Lauren has postpartum anxiety. Tune in for some wheezy laughs and sister chat realness as Michelle and Lauren catch up. Hot Topics…
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196 | Tears Will Fall On Onesies
Today's podcast is a plethora of current event topics that the sisters feel like chatting about, but more importantly, they're talking about postpartum mental…
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195 | Luna June's Birth Story
Lauren shares the magical story of Luna's birth, on July 1. Thank you to Prentice Hospital, Dr. Constants Adams, Doula Jen, and Nurses Kelly, Kendall, and Izzy…
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194 | And We're Back! Welcome to Season 5!
Lauren had her baby and now the sisters are back behind the mic! In a much anticipated season return, Michelle and Lauren are catching up after a two-month…
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193 | Women's Health and the Clitoris with Pilates Teacher Extraordinaire, Marcia Brenner
Also known as the "finder of lost butts", Marcia Brenner of Great Balancing Act Pilates sat down with Michelle and Lauren to discuss Pilates for pre and…
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192 | Resilience and Friendship with Kellene O'Connell
When the sisters think of resilience and strength in women they know, Michelle's best friend, Kellene O'Connell, always comes to mind. The sisters sat down…
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191 | Mindfulness and Hypnobirthing with Mindfulness Expert and Coach, Anuka Gazara-Anthony
When it comes to practicing mindfulness, it can be pretty tricky and intimating…that’s why the sisters asked mindfulness expert and coach, Anuka Gazara-Anthony…
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190 | Talking Wine and Life’s Passion with Certified Sommelier, Kate Vance
Ok all you winos, the sisters have a treat for you! Joining them on this podcast episode of Cozy Convos is a certified sommelier and wine enthusiast, Kate…
Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project189 | The Importance of Eye Health and How To Talk To People About Their Dead Loved Ones
If you've ever wondered how to approach a loved one, friend, or co-worker about a loss they have experienced, this is the episode for you. To round things out…
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188 | The Overturn of Roe v. Wade
In this episode, Michelle and Lauren toss out their original plan to discuss something more important than anything at the moment...women's rights. If you love…
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187 | The Mood-Boosting Effects of Indoor Plants & Limping Season
Summer is the season of limping for Michelle and late June is the season for nesting for Lauren and Anthony. The sisters also take a deep dive into the…
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186 | Braxton Hicks, Tom Selleck, & Perp Stories
In this episode, Lauren and Michelle wheezy laugh their way through stories of perpetrators past, chat about a young Tom Selleck, and discuss birth plans and…
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185 | Three Ways To Stop Obsessing Over The Future
Michelle and Lauren are sharing three great tips (via a psychotherapist) to help you stop worrying about the future. But first, they kick things off with a Top…
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184 | Keep Sweet, Flav City, and B.R.A.I.N.
In this episode, the sisters are covering a plethora of topics. From the Warren Jeffs Netflix Documentary to Kristin Hannah books Michelle is devouring and an…
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183 | Feel Good News, Perineal Massages, and Fresh AF Candles
Michelle and Lauren are kicking off Episode 183 with a conversation on what the sisters are reading, birth plans, news that makes you feel real good, and some…
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182 | Maverick and Mucous Plugs
The hottest topics of this episode are the new Top Gun and Lauren's mucous plug falling out. Michelle tells tales of the Pet Parade and Lauren fills Michelle…
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181 | Yoga Amazon Man and Turning Anger Into Action
Michelle shares with Lauren her most recent ADHD experience on the yoga mat and that one time was in a boat accident on a river. Lauren also shares some ways…
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180 | Cults and Old School Stories
In this episode, Michelle and Lauren dive into a conversation on cults and those "taken by the pandemic". Inspired by the podcast, Call Me Curious and the…
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179 | Doulas, The Nextdoor App, and The Lengths We'd Go To Survive
Join the sisters for a conversation on birthing, postpartum care, La Grange nightlife, and the lengths they'd go to survive inspired by the real-life story…
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178 | Quitting Your Job and Living Your Passion with Danielle Bergandine
Michelle and Lauren sat down with Danielle Bergandine of Bergsbungalow to discuss life after letting go of a job that wasn't fulfilling to pursue a life more…
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177 | Lauren’s Baby Shower Recap
This past weekend Michelle and the sisters threw Lauren a magical, Spring bloom themed baby shower at Lucca’s Pizzeria in La Grange, IL. Tune in for all of the…
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176 | Savvy Business Tips From The Sister Project
Michelle and Lauren are often asked how they started their lifestyle brand, how they keep it running, and how they monetize their platform. Whether you have a…
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175 | Mother's Day, The Staircase, and Boy Name Struggles
Lauren and Michelle are tackling boy names and going over the crazy true crime HBO Max series, The Staircase. Hot Topics: Steak tacos, The Last Kingdom, &…