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Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project

Lauren Massarella and Michelle Andersoncozyconversationswiththesisterproject.com
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.
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Episodes

258 | Fall Fashion Trends of 2023 & Not Giving Up On Your Dreams

This conversation with The Sister Project is inspired by The Mel Robbins Podcast and fall fashion! Move over Barbie pink, there’s a new hue in town! Hot topics: Health benefits of peas, Netflix’s Depp vs. Heard, & a solid parenting tip from Michelle If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Gemini Chicago Depp Vs. Heard: Netfl...

Aug 31, 202355 min

257 | Barbie Review & A Life Changing, Mindfulness Tik Tok Hack

In this week’s episode, Michelle and Lauren are sharing not only their review of the Barbie movie but also one of the most mind-blowing mindfulness hacks Lauren has come across on Tik Tok yet! And as always, their weekly recommendations for tv, books, and podcasts! Enjoy and stay cozy! Hot Topics: Netflix’s Painkiller, The Holderness Family, and the new true crime podcast, Scamanda If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created,...

Aug 24, 20231 hr 1 min

256 | Bed Rotting, Kevin Bacon, & Diamond Lake

Move over hygge , bed-rotting is the new cozy. This new trend is the topic of conversation along with the six degrees of Kevin Bacon movies and Diamond Lake, Michigan. Hot Topics: Water bottle hygiene, the I’ve Had It podcast, and the postpartum depression pill. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Rummikub Shine Pages Cozy AF | Harvest Vaup...

Aug 17, 202346 min

255 | The Bear, Chicago Pizza, & Women Leaving The 9-5

Michelle and Lauren have finished The Bear Season 2 and have their full review ready for you. Heads up, lots of SPOILERS. The sisters are also discussing Chicago-style pizza and why women are leaving their 9-5 jobs for shift work. Hot Topics: Morning coffee routine, what we sleep in, and Jamie Lee Curtis If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! ...

Aug 10, 202352 min

254 | Women’s World Cup, UFOs, & Sinéad O’Connor

In this episode, the sisters celebrate the strong women of the World Cup 2023 along with the late Sinéad O’Connor. And when it comes to being cozy, there is nothing cozier than chatting about our favorite alien movies! Hot Topics: Stuffed Melrose peppers, helicopter parenting, and the Field Trip podcast If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! R...

Aug 03, 20231 hr 3 min

253 | Girl Dinner, Carlee Russell, & The Power of Gratitude

In this episode, the sisters share their thoughts on the missing person case involving 25-year-old Carlee Russell, the trending #girldinner, and the true power behind a daily gratitude practice. Hot Topics: Ultra-processed foods, Chanel Miller’s Know My Name , and Bear Season 2 If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Salts Of Th...

Jul 27, 202351 min

252 | Menopause, Tampon Gate, and The Grossest Husband Ever

In this week’s episode, Lauren is opening up about yet another health scare, but this time, she didn’t lose days worrying thanks to therapy. Michelle is sharing her newest read about menopause and women’s healthcare. And both sisters are offering their reviews of Hulu’s newest true-crime docuseries, Betrayal, The Perfect Husband. Hot Topics: Josh Hartnett, broccoli stalks, and Oppenheimer If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content c...

Jul 20, 20231 hr 7 min

251 | American Gladiators, Kyle Richards, & The New Twitter

In this week’s episode, the sisters dissect some of the most current news regarding social media, a blossoming romance for a Bravo housewife, and one of the most nostalgic docuseries to ever hit Netflix! Hot Topics: Zara, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, and Muscles and Mayhem; an Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more inf...

Jul 13, 202355 min

250 | Mangos Are Good For You, The Air Quality Not So Much

Lauren can’t stop eating mangos and is excited to report that they are jam-packed with a ton of health benefits. Unfortunately, the air quality is not. The sisters also dive into whether or not you should invite the entire class to your kid’s birthday party and everything they are reading, watching, and listening to. Hot Topics: The Retrievals, Chicago Pride Parade, and The Curious Case of Natalie Grace If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support fo...

Jul 06, 202352 min

249 | Aging, Tarot Cards, & TikTok Parenting

In this episode, Michelle and Lauren discuss America’s view on aging, parenting advice from TikTok, and witchy summer solstice celebrations. Hot Topics: Summer Wellness, Goldfish swimming lessons, and Luna’s first birthday. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Ocean and Main Goldfish Swimming The Sister Project @thesisterproj...

Jun 29, 202358 min

248 | Sober Curious, Hangovers, & Another Story of Survival

In today’s episode, Lauren is sharing an unbelievable story of survival coming out of Colombia involving four children and a plane crash. This story is incredible! Also discussed, cutting back on booze, there’s no real cure for a hangover, and Arnold Schwarzenegger. Hot Topics: Demon Copperhead, Bash Board Candy Company, and Yacht Rock baby! If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show no...

Jun 22, 202358 minSeason 7Ep. 248

247 | How To Live Your Best 70% Life

In this week's episode, Michelle and Lauren tackle the idea of living your best 70% life. A conversation inspired by the Editor in Chief of Glamour, Deborah Joseph. Because the truth is, we all need to do and give a little less. Hot topics: feet hygiene, The Duggar Family, and The Sister Project "Ted Talk". A Cozy Chat on Summer Wellness With The Sister Project...

Jun 15, 202353 min

246 | Kim Cattrall, iPhone Hack, and Walking Backwards

This week the sisters are tackling huge Sex and the City news and Lauren shares the best iPhone hack she has ever heard about! You will not want to miss this one! Hot Topics: Tallulah Willis, wellness mantras, and grief If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Bobbi Brown Beach Fragrance Ooni Pizza Oven Grace Year A Cozy Chat on ...

Jun 08, 202356 min

245 | Teen Therapy, AI, and Tina Turner

In today’s episode, the sisters discuss their experiences with exposure and somatic therapy, Lauren’s obsession with AI, and Michelle’s ever-growing library of incredible books she thinks you should read. Hot Topics: Generational trauma, Elise Loehnan, and child anxiety and OCD. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Prisoners ...

Jun 01, 202355 min

244 | Ticks, Camping, & Anna Nicole Smith

Michelle is sharing her very close encounter with a tick, Lauren is giving her review of Camp Wandawega, and both sisters are sharing everything they are reading, watching, and listening to in this week’s cozy episode. Hot Topics: toothpaste, Ariana Madix, and finding your personal style If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: C...

May 25, 202350 minEp. 244

243 | Mother's Day, Camp Wandawega, & Adult Sleepovers

Michelle and Lauren are covering a lot in today’s episode! They share thoughts on adult sleepovers in light of Scandoval as well as Mother’s Day plans for new mom, Lauren, and veteran mama, Michelle. Hot Topics: Camping, The Today Show, and showing up for friends. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: The Sister Project @thesi...

May 18, 202351 minEp. 243

242 | Swedish Death Cleaning and More of The Unexpected

In today’s episode, the sisters are discussing another innovative way to declutter your home by way of the Swedes, Lauren’s run in with some car thieves, and one of the strangest concerts she has ever seen. Hot Topics: The Salt Shed, surviving being sick with a sick baby, and Jury Duty If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: A D...

May 11, 202347 minEp. 242

241 | Florida, Tequila, & The Unexpected

In this episode, Michelle and Lauren are serving up some of the best wheezy laughing yet. With tales from their childhood, Lauren’s most recent travels to Delray Beach, and everything the sisters are reading, watching, and listening to - this is a must-listen! Enjoy! Hot Topics: Lisa Guillot, Almost Australian, and Kirkland Tequila Añejo If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes)...

May 04, 202348 minEp. 241

240 | Airplane Debate, Carol Burnett, and Gray Hair

There is drama in the sky and the sisters are here to break it all down. In this episode, Michelle and Lauren cover the airplane debate of who should clean up after your kids on a flight, Keanu Reeves’ girlfriend’s gray hair is making headlines, and discuss the legend that is Carol Burnett. Hot Topics: Albany Park couches, documentaries, and mom guilt If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link ...

Apr 27, 202350 min

239 | Succession, Orange Wine, & Mom’s Death Day

Welcome to Season 7! The sisters are back with their first episode of the season and are sharing everything they are reading, watching, listening to, and following in the news and pop culture world. Plenty of personal anecdotes and laughs so buckle up. Hot Topics: The King’s Coronation, Succession, Grief, and Parenting. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more informat...

Apr 20, 202346 minSeason 7Ep. 239

238 | King's Coronation, James Craig, & Hot Cross Buns

The sisters are taking on royal news along with the most current true crime story to make headlines. Not to mention Spring recipes, the latest Gwyneth Paltrow drama, and Scream VI. We are so excited you stopped by for a listen...stay cozy. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Martha Stewart's Fish Burger Our Conversation on Z...

Mar 30, 202357 minEp. 238

237 | Scandoval, Pineapple Water, & Gwyneth Paltrow

Michelle and Lauren tackle this week’s most trending topics: The Vanderpump Rules Scandal and Gwenyth Paltrow’s most recent headline-making comments. Plus, if you’ve ever wondered why they turn the Chicago River green for St. Patrick’s Day, this episode is for you. Hot Topics: Pineapple health benefits, Cocaine Bear, and Daisy Jones We are so excited you stopped by for a listen...stay cozy. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content...

Mar 23, 202352 minEp. 237

236 | MH370 and Aussie Slang with a Real Aussie, Deanna Rocca

Lauren’s Aussie best friend, Deanna Rocca, sat down with the sisters to discuss Malaysian flight 370, self-care, and Australian women in the news. Hot Topics: Macca’s, endometriosis, and Bindi Irwin We are so excited you stopped by for a listen...stay cozy. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Ronald McDonald House Charities ...

Mar 16, 202355 minEp. 236

235 | Living the Life You Want & Expert Industry Tips with Content Strategist, Kim Rittberg

The sisters sat down with Content Strategist, Video Expert, working mom, and all-around fun (and funny) new weird internet friend, Kim Rittberg, to chat about caring less and living the life you want to live more! We are so excited you stopped by for a listen...stay cozy. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Ronald McDonald H...

Mar 11, 20231 hr 4 minEp. 235

234 | 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 question, does late in life divorce mess up the kids? Tune in to find out. Hot Topics: The safest seat on the plane, NOW Massage, The Ronald McDonald House We are so excited you stopped by for a listen...stay cozy. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit ...

Mar 02, 202352 minSeason 6Ep. 234

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 Pillow Talk, We are so excited you stopped by for a listen...stay cozy. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: The Cozy Shop The Sister Project @thesisterproj Anchor: Support...

Feb 23, 202350 minSeason 6Ep. 233

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. Hot Topics: Netflix documentaries and the Turkey/Syria Earthquake We are so excited you stopped by for a listen...stay cozy. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: The Co...

Feb 16, 202344 minEp. 232

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 sharing her first experience with pelvic floor physical therapy and her future plans for self-care down there. We are so excited you stopped by for a listen...stay cozy. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more inf...

Feb 09, 202351 minSeason 6Ep. 231

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 connection among women, business ownership, and why Mashallah isn’t so fond of the word “mistake”. We are so excited you stopped by for a listen...stay cozy. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. ...

Feb 02, 202352 minSeason 6Ep. 230

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: Sautéed kale, Saie highlighter, & The Pigs We are so excited you stopped by for a listen...stay cozy. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the content created, please visit Anchor.com (link in show notes) for more information. Thank you! Resource Links: Coup Saie Glowy Super Gel The...

Jan 26, 202350 minSeason 6Ep. 229
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