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Long-Distance Sisters

Tori, MacKenna and Serena Butlerpodcasters.spotify.com
Three sisters, Tori, MacKenna and Serena, are seeking a better way to connect while living far apart. Sharing memories, advice and more on all things college, careers and navigating your 20's (and beyond).
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Episodes

Episode 29 - Halloween ~ nostalgia ~

Let’s get spooky and sentimental! Today, after a lengthy catch-up, we are talking about our Halloween memories growing up and how we like to celebrate now. Let us know in the comments one of your favorite Halloween costumes you’ve had! https://www.buzzfeed.com/griffthekid1/pumpkin-foods-costume-quiz Check out the video versions of our pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI3anOyP8218gnyZR2uT_Iw Email us at 3longdistancesisters@gmail.com Follow the pod! TikTok: longdistancesisters3 Follow Tori @...

Nov 01, 202258 minSeason 2Ep. 28

Episode 28 - SEASON 2 IS HERE!! + Summer Recap

We are back for season two of our podcast! Let’s catch-up on our summers and hear how Tori’s wedding planning (or lack thereof) is going, how Serena’s travels went, and MacKenna’s job search! Check out the video versions of our pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI3anOyP8218gnyZR2uT_Iw Email us at 3longdistancesisters@gmail.com Follow the pod! TikTok: longdistancesisters3 Follow Tori @thevirgo_PT on IG and TikTok; https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSVx9OtRW2q1rwRswVgcfqQ/videos is her YouTube ...

Oct 11, 202237 minSeason 2Ep. 28

Episode 27 - Guess who's ENGAGED?!

One of us is engaged and this episode is here to tell the WHOLE story plus join our discussion on wedding planning brainstorming, bachelorette ideas and our game of THIS or THAT Wedding edition. Check out the video versions of our pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI3anOyP8218gnyZR2uT_Iw Email us at 3longdistancesisters@gmail.com Follow the pod! TikTok: longdistancesisters3 Follow Tori @thevirgo_PT on IG and TikTok Follow MacKenna @disneysafarigirl on IG and TikTok Subscribe to Serena’s yout...

Jul 11, 202243 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Episode 26 - Ranking American Girl dolls because we can.

To close out this fourth of July weekend we are talking all things American Girls, as in the doll franchise that ruled the 2000's preteen toy scene. I cannot tell you how many hours I spent looking through that catalog and circling accessories, reading their magazine, changing my dolls' outfits, organizing their trading cards, and reading their books! So, let's take a look back at the OG's and which ones had the biggest impact for us, because while they were fun toys, they carried themes more ma...

Jul 05, 202256 minSeason 1Ep. 26

Episode 25 - Top 10 Rides at WALT DISNEY WORLD

While Serena is off backpacking, we are taking the opportunity to talk Disney! We invited Tori’s boyfriend, Kevin, to break down our TOP 10 rides in Walt Disney World. Tune in to hear which rides are our must-do’s and why, as well as some helpful hints and SECRETS! Check out the video versions of our pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI3anOyP8218gnyZR2uT_Iw Email us at 3longdistancesisters@gmail.com Follow the pod! TikTok: longdistancesisters3 Follow Tori @thevirgo_PT on IG and TikTok Follow...

Jun 20, 202252 min

Episode 24- Guess That Recipe

It’s game night over here on the pod this week, and we are copping a favorite from another podcast we all enjoy, Jenna & Julien. That’s right, it’s time for GUESS THAT RECIPE, and I don’t think it will be the last because we had too much fun recording this. If you think you have a stumper - send it to us for the next one! Take the quiz with us! https://www.buzzfeed.com/hannahloewentheil/take-this-quiz-to-discover-a-new-meatless-recipe-t Check out the video versions of our pod: https://www.yo...

Jun 15, 202231 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Episode 23 - Job Application Anxiety

Hi you guys, it’s just me, MacKenna, rambling about my struggles with getting a job. I’m sure that I am not alone in this. So, if you’re going through something similar in your field, just know that you aren’t the only one :) Keep pushing yourself, try new things, and work hard. I know we can get a freaking full-time job because it has to happen at some point, right? Right?? Check out the video versions of our pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI3anOyP8218gnyZR2uT_Iw Email us at 3longdistanc...

Jun 06, 202224 minSeason 1Ep. 23

Episode 22 - What if Yellowstone Erupts?

Heyyyyy it’s Serena and I had to write an undergraduate thesis in order to graduate and I didn’t want to force my family to read my paper (but I kinda did) so we thought we could use the podcast as a way for me to present my thesis to them! It’s about the impacts an eruption of Yellowstone’s “super-volcano” would have specifically in New England because I went to school in New Hampshire (I graduated hehe) and recent models have shown New England would be covered in ash! Woohoo, we are relevant. ...

May 30, 202254 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Episode 21 - Our BEST Vacations (ft. our favorite travel agent)

Our mom is with us this week! Before having kids, she worked as a travel agent, which means she got to travel a lot for cheap and has many great traveling tips! She talks about her job and her favorite vacations, then we all get to pitch in and talk about our favorite vacations as a family! We have been so lucky in our experiences, whether we were traveling across the U.S., camping in Canada, RVing all over Tasmania, and so much more! Comment your favorite vacation below! Quiz https://www.buzzfe...

May 16, 20221 hr 15 min

Episode 20 - Easy Ways to be Eco-Friendly

This week, we get to talk about all the ways we try to be more environmentally friendly. From reusable coffee pods, thrifting, going vegan (or flexitarian), and debating on if reusable toilet paper and diapers are worth it. If everyone changed their lifestyle a little bit, then that combined effort would have many positive effects on the world! Comment below ways you try to be more environmentally friendly everyday! Take the quiz! https://www.buzzfeed.com/mjs538/this-is-why-we-recycle Check out ...

May 09, 20221 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Episode 19 - Ranking Our Best and WORST Jobs

Tori, MacKenna and Serena have experienced a good handful of jobs and side hustles in their lifetime and are here to dish on the best and worst jobs they have ever had. Who sorted mail? Which one of us smiled for tips? Who has been cleaning water pumps? Poured espresso? Kneaded pizza dough? We can all agree we learned something from each job, but we are glad that we don’t still work at some of them. Take the Quiz with us: https://www.buzzfeed.com/davirocha/jobs-jobs-jobs Check out the video vers...

May 02, 202252 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Episode 18 - Let's Talk Star Wars

Bright Suns! We are joined by Star Wars aficionado, Kevin Hrouda (aka Tori’s boyfriend), to chat all things fandom about the saga. We’ve got some HOT TAKES and want to know how yours match up so drop a comment or send us a message! May the force be with you. Take the Quiz with us: https://www.buzzfeed.com/ladym12/star-wars-planet-quiz Check out the video versions of our pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI3anOyP8218gnyZR2uT_Iw Email us at 3longdistancesisters@gmail.com Follow the pod! TikTok...

Apr 26, 202247 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Episode 17 - How We Chose Our Universities

It’s decision season! Join in on our conversation where we focus on how we chose which college to go to! Who turned down admission from their first-choice school? Who switched majors? At the end of the day, all of us loved our college experience and we think there is too much stress associated with choosing which school is right for you! Odds are, there’s not just one! How did you choose your university? What are you looking for in a school? Let us know down below and feel free to ask us any que...

Apr 21, 202256 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Episode 16 - Reading Our Old Facebook Posts *cringe*

Taking a trip down memory lane has never been more CRINGEWORTHY. This week we are scrolling through our old facebook posts, and being careful not to like any of them to avoid their resurfacing! Watch us teach Serena the ways of “like my status” “tbh” bumper stickers and OG memes. How many of these trends did YOU follow? Take the Quiz with us: https://www.buzzfeed.com/hannahmarder/how-many-of-these-cringey-facebook-things-did-you-do Check out the video versions of our pod: https://www.youtube.com...

Apr 11, 20221 hrSeason 1Ep. 16

Episode 15 - Am I The Asshole: Long Distance Relationships

Am I the Asshole?! This week we pulled stories from the popular Reddit forum “Am I the Asshole” to debate and decide if the story's writer is an asshole or if the other people in it are. All of our stories are based on long distance relationships and friendships, which we think we can answer pretty well given each of us have plenty of experience on the topic. Comment below if you agree or disagree with us, or share your own “Am I the Asshole” stories! Check out the video versions of our pod: htt...

Apr 04, 202252 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Episode 14: Asking Our Family Random Trivia Questions

Hi, it’s Serena and welcome to my extremely biased trivia game. This week, I put together a Kahoot for random facts that have stayed in my brain (so they may not be entirely accurate - always check the answers for yourselves) and quizzed my family on them. Below, the kahoot is linked, so feel free to play yourself or quiz a group! Watch to learn something new, to see who wins, and for some haunting sounds at the end! Play Serena’s Kahoot yourself! https://create.kahoot.it/share/serena-s-trivia/9...

Mar 28, 202232 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Episode 13 - Turtle Talk with MacKenna

This week is MacKenna’s moment to shine as she fills us in on all things TURTLES! She has spent the last six months at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center on Jekyll Island, GA, and has lots to share! Plus don’t miss Serena joining in to nerd out on ocean currents, climate and microplastics! Conservation and sustainability runs deep in our family and we are so excited to share some of what we have learned with you all…plus TURTLES! Also, adult loggerheads are 200-400 pounds and adult greens are 300-500...

Mar 14, 20221 hrSeason 1Ep. 13

Episode 12 - Different Ways to Study Abroad

Or…as we like to call it…experiential learning week! This episode, we are sharing our experiences studying abroad, or away, on international internships and alternative spring breaks. We have been lucky to find amazing opportunities and want to share that it is not as difficult, or expensive, as you might think! Our adventures were filled with birdwatching, giraffes and lots of CHEESE, listen in to find out where we went! Take the Quiz with us! https://www.buzzfeed.com/maya_12_24/plan-a-day-at-c...

Mar 07, 20221 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Episode 11 - Dean was Rory's Worst Boyfriend in Gilmore Girls

It’s time to talk about our beloved GILMORE GIRLS, and more importantly, who was the best guy for Rory. Listen in to find out who is on team Dean, Jess, and Logan, and who we think is the worst (surprisingly unanimous). Comment who’s team you’re on and why! Take the Quiz with us! https://www.buzzfeed.com/tonybark1/which-one-of-rory-gilmores-boyfriends-are-you-29kanxmjql Check out the video versions of our pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI3anOyP8218gnyZR2uT_Iw Email us at 3longdistancesist...

Feb 28, 20221 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Episode 10 - What the DISNEY COLLEGE PROGRAM is Really like

This week, Serena is taking a break from the chat so Tori and MacKenna are diving into their Disney College Program experiences. Learn their take on the logistics (work, housing, and applications) and the fun (park days, discounts and magic)! Take the Quiz with us! https://www.buzzfeed.com/acaliafb/what-walt-disney-world-park-are-you-39hmq Check out the video versions of our pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI3anOyP8218gnyZR2uT_Iw Email us at 3longdistancesisters@gmail.com Follow the pod! O...

Feb 21, 20221 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Episode 9 - I Said What I Said About Birth Control, Period.

We are back for another deep dive with Tori into her profession, this time within the realm of period coaching. That’s right we are talking all things bloody, hormonal and controversial. Why is ovulation important? The things online about birth control are scary, should I keep taking it? What didn’t we learn in health class? Book a FREE session with Tori: https://calendly.com/toributler/discovery-call-1?month=2021-08 Take the Quiz with us! https://www.buzzfeed.com/erinchack/how-do-your-period-ha...

Feb 15, 20221 hr 23 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Episode 8 - What is a Pelvic Floor, Anyway? And Other Questions You Should Have the Answer to

This one is a deep dive into Tori’s world of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy! MacKenna and Serena ask their questions regarding their bladder and pelvic floor and get some surprising and informative answers. What is a kegel? What is your pelvic floor? Perineal tearing? Listen in to find out. Follow Tori @thevirgo_pt and reach out to her there if you are interested in working with her virtually or in person! Take the Quiz with us! https://www.buzzfeed.com/christopherhudspeth/vagina-sex-education-a...

Feb 08, 20221 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Episode 7 - MacKenna was Naked in Disney World

Family time! We got to spend a week all together with our parents and grandparents and invited them to an episode all about DISNEY memories, favorites and general nostalgia. We are a family of Disney adults and proud of it, and these stories are a look as to why we are the way we are! Come join the fun! Take the Quiz with us! https://www.buzzfeed.com/basicdisney/ride-some-rides-at-disney-world-and-well-tell-you-1ap2x Check out the video versions of our pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI3an...

Jan 31, 202241 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Episode 6 - Americans Growing Up in Australia, Part 2

G’day mate! The sisters are back this week to talk more tea on our time in Australia. Covering our favorite snacks, cultural phenomena and FAQ’s on the land down under. (Plus stick around to hear our attempts at an aussie accent.) Take the Quiz with us! https://www.buzzfeed.com/kodos/pick-some-snacks-and-well-reveal-which-australian-25cao Check out the video versions of our pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI3anOyP8218gnyZR2uT_Iw Email us at 3longdistancesisters@gmail.com Follow the pod! On...

Jan 24, 20221 hr 22 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Episode 5 - Americans Growing Up in Australia, Part 1

This week opens week one of our *morning* tea on our time living in Australia. That's right, we weren't on vacation for two years, we went to school and had homework, sports practices and tried to get into college. Most of this ep covers how we felt moving there and how we navigated an unfamiliar school system, but we also touch on possum-eating spiders, so stay tuned. Take the Quiz with us! https://www.buzzfeed.com/ishabassi/would-you-rather-australia-america-better-snack-food Check out the vid...

Jan 11, 20221 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Episode 4 - College is GROSS

Herpes, staph, UTI's...Oh my. Get the real story with Tori, Mackenna and (mostly) Serena on all the things they don't tell you can lurk at college. You don't want to miss this one if you are headed to dorm life, or if you just want the tea. It's nasty, we promise. Take the Quiz with us! https://www.buzzfeed.com/rileyp411d4e452/what-classic-dorm-food-are-you-2h5gx Check out the video versions of our pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI3anOyP8218gnyZR2uT_Iw Email us at 3longdistancesisters@gma...

Jan 03, 202246 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Episode 3 - These are a Few of Our Favorite Things...of 2021

This week on the pod, the girls close out 2021 with their favorite things of the year. Whether new to the world or new to us, listen to hear our takes on music (Taylor and Olivia stans), beauty and more. 2021 certainly had more to offer than the prior, but that doesn't mean we aren't ready to ring in the new year. Take the Quiz with us! https://www.buzzfeed.com/sydrobinson1/how-many-of-these-2021-trends-did-you-participate-in Check out the video versions of our pod: https://www.youtube.com/chann...

Dec 27, 20211 hr 15 min

Episode 2 - Serena Found Her Gifts Early

Sticky Buns, The Grinch...and apparently tracking down her gifts early are on Serena's list of the best parts of the holiday. Come hang out as Tori, MacKenna and Serena get nostalgic and talk traditions and how the holiday is evolving for us as we get older. Plus, stay tuned for holiday advice, gift ideas, and, of course, a quiz! Don't forget to email us your favorite cookie recipe! Take the Quiz with us! https://www.buzzfeed.com/ashbringsthatcash/make-some-gingerbread-men-to-see-which-holiday-c...

Dec 20, 20211 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Episode 1 - Are Middle Children the Worst?

Welcome to our first episode! Join in as we debate whether we fit the mold for oldest, middle and youngest sister. We learned a bit about each other, had a few spats and reflected on our childhood. Be sure to tune in to hear about why MacKenna had to sit at the kitchen table all night, or why Serena thinks Tori has transformed from bossy to leader. Take the Quiz with us! https://www.buzzfeed.com/hellojello2020/build-some-ice-cream-and-well-tell-you-what-your-17dbx4p6ah Check out the video versio...

Dec 13, 202157 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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