this episode does what it says in the tin (aka the title) because we both had MANY realisations this week - from realising our negative bias, wanting to be less self-centered, finding our purpose, setting unrealistic expectations to perfectionism - we chat about it all. to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on instagram , tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here or here (leo's booktube) ! ☕ also, if you want to joi...
Aug 22, 2025•40 min
this episode is genuinely a girly catch up call where we yap about how we are feeling, how we want to try make the most out of the rest of summer (but also find ways to live slowly - which is something we CAN'T WAIT to have in autumn). we also talk about our recent reads, morning habits & our recent thoughts on alcohol/being sober. we also end this by giving advice to one of you lovely listeners <3 to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your though...
Aug 18, 2025•41 min
in this episode (inspired by the amazing goes without saying episode ) we break down our self criticism & self sabotage tendencies & HOW WE'RE GONNA TURN THAT SHIZZLE AROUND!!! to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on instagram , tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here ! ☕ also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here . if you don't have any social media and want to chat (or for adverti...
Aug 07, 2025•41 min
welcome to the digital detox diary entry #3... 1 month without social media to test my brain & see what happens ... JOIN ME! in this ep we do a lil check-in on how i've been feeling now that we're THREE weeks into this challenge - the highs AND the lows (coz trust me there've been some...). we're talking overthinking, what happens when you actually have time to sit with your feelings, new missions and some recs! also... my first yt video is up eeeek. you can find it here. daily journal promp...
Aug 04, 2025•31 min
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE FIRST 2X EPS OF TSIP SEASON 3!! PROCEED WITH CAUTION AT YOUR OWN RISK!!! in this cosy catch up, ur basically on facetime with us as we break down the latest pop culture gossip, our thoughts & potentially controversial opinions... let us know your thoughts on everything we discussed!! to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on instagram , tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here ! ☕ also, if ...
Jul 25, 2025•55 min
digital detox ep 2! in this episode we catch up on how the first days of this 'experiment' have gone & ponder whether us as human beings are missing friction in our lives? aka have our lives become TOO convenient and streamlined, and is that actually ruining things for us? alsoo we talk a walk down memory lane & read my (leo's) old journal entries from 2020 (!) and 2023 and discuss what i actually want to learn from these past versions of me... if you're joining me so we can hold each ot...
Jul 20, 2025•27 min
we are BACK with the digital detox diaries - where i (leo) try to forcefully regain my grip on reality by logging out of the doomscrolling pits of hell that are instagram and tiktok ... this ep is an honest (albeit chaotic & naturally filled with the dramatics you already know me for) update on how i'm feeling, why i wanted to do this social media 'detox' in the first place, the concept of 'we are what we consume', creating > consuming, mindful media consumption & more. if you want to...
Jul 17, 2025•30 min
the long awaited soft girl summer episode is finally here.. self love, comparison, and growing into yourself without apology. press play for a gentle reminder that you're enough ❤️ to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do Follow us on instagram , tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here ! ☕ Thinking of joining our BOOK CLUB? We’d love to have you! Check it out here ! for advertising opportunities, or you don't have an...
Jul 11, 2025•24 min
this week (in the final part of our external validation series), we continue to deep dive into a topic that’s come up again and again across our episodes : seeking external validation. check out part 1 first, where we reflect on our own relationships with validation, how it’s shaped our childhoods, friendships, and identities. we also explore the psychology behind validation seeking. in part 2, we get into the emotional cost of it all and actually share some tips into how to stop seeking it! to ...
Jul 03, 2025•32 min
this week (part 1 of our external validation series), we’re deep diving into a topic that’s come up again and again across our episodes : seeking external validation. Inspired by a beautiful piece of writing that perfectly captured our feelings (we read it at the start of the episode!), we reflect on our own relationships with validation, how it’s shaped our childhoods, friendships, and identities. from the desire to be liked in school, to the performative nature of social media, to internalisin...
Jun 25, 2025•55 min
this week’s episode is a whirlwind. leo takes us behind the scenes of her surreal work trip to the monaco grand prix — think superyachts, free drinks from restaurant owners, awkward encounters with billionaires, unexpected dance battles with martin garrix, and even spotting jeff bezos on her boat. yes, really. but in true matcha diaries fashion, we balance this with reflection — from the absurdity of wealth culture to craving a quiet moment with a book on a bench. we also chat about high school ...
Jun 18, 2025•1 hr 3 min
welcome back to your favourite cozy corner of the internet where we chat about life, books, love, and everything in between. in this week’s episode, we’re finally sharing our 2025 summer tbr with you! we’re talking about all the books we’re manifesting into our summer reading piles, plus some of our absolute faves from last summer that deserve a spot on your list too. from escapist romances and hot literary fiction to reflective reads - this is your official guide to the books we’ll be reading b...
Jun 11, 2025•51 min
this week on the podcast, I’m joined by a very special guest — my twin sister Yara 🤍 from afternoon chats over tea to honest reflections on heartbreak, burnout, and building a life that feels like yours — this episode is all about what it means to live with intention. we talk about: creating a home that reflects who you are (and why Yara ditched the TV for a projector + books) why moving on after a breakup has no timeline — and how to come back home to yourself what work-life balance actuall...
Jun 04, 2025•1 hr 2 min
this week’s episode is a very special one — i’m (leo) joined by my high school bestie Alexa for a nostalgic and pretty vulnerable conversation about who we used to be, who we’ve become & what we’d tell our younger selves. from crying over boys to learning how to stop craving male validation, from incessantly comparing ourselves to finding self-worth in our twenties — this one’s for the girls who like us are still healing (from) their teenage selves. so grab a drink, get cosy & join us fo...
May 21, 2025•1 hr 9 min
we thought it was about time we did a truly honest check-in with you guys & ourselves about our relationships with arguably THE most important person in our lives: OURSELVES. we talk about our current thoughts on body image, our relationship to food (TW! please don't listen if you think thiscould trigger you in any way <3) & who we are to our core. we talk through the following prompts & would loveeee if you guys take the time to think about (or maybe even journal) what your own a...
May 14, 2025•56 min
in this episode, we're sharing some recent 'embarrassing' (yet empowering) stories! leo talks the time she accidentally booked herself into an advanced ballet class, even though she’s a beginner—and how she powered through the entire class anyway. It’s all about stepping out of your comfort zone, embracing the awkwardness, and laughing at yourself in the process. . then cara opens up about how she struggled to complete a 5k, took a moment to cry, but reminded herself that it’s okay to have both ...
May 08, 2025•40 min
meet Dennis! a stranger who Leo met in Thailand who kindly agreed to share his story in a spontaneous, funny, yet open-hearted conversation. in just 30 minutes, Dennis talks about what inspired him to travel, how his career path changed, what being a father has taught him, what he might do differently if he had the chance, and what he treasures most about connecting with people from all around the world throughout his life. this episode is a heartwarming reminder of how powerful it can be to sim...
Apr 30, 2025•36 min
this episode is a cosy chat about the idea that good attracts more good —and vice versa too. we also get into being a pessimist vs an optimist and .... does luck even exist (we lowkey get kinda existential) ?? we end the episode by answering one of your listener questions "how to get past the initial stages of friendship to make deeper connections"! <3 the podcast episode leo recommends is linked here . to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoug...
Apr 23, 2025•39 min
we’re back baby! in this episode, we’re sharing some slow moments & big thoughts - from leo’s reflections on her recent trip to thailand, to cara’s week of solo dates and solo joy’s! plus, we spiral into pop culture rants — katy perry’s space mission, hailey bieber “documentary” drama, and the sydney sweeney x glen powell ‘situationship’ to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do Follow us on instagram , tiktok or subscribe ...
Apr 16, 2025•54 min
in this (solo) episode, the lovely leo dives into the art of being alone — and actually loving it. from recent studies on solitude and why it can actually be essential, to leo’s personal favorite solo activities and thoughtful responses from our listeners, this episode is your guide to romanticising your alone time. whether you're learning to be more independent or already thriving in your solo era, we hope this chat leaves you feeling more grounded, inspired, and connected to yourself. to stay ...
Apr 09, 2025•46 min
sharing all the things we’re loving this spring – from new podcast obsessions to little movies/series getting us through the season. come join with us for a cozy catch-up on our current faves & recos! 🌸✨ to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do Follow us on instagram , tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here ! ☕ Thinking of joining our BOOK CLUB? We’d love to have you! Check it out here ! for advertising op...
Apr 02, 2025•43 min
join us for a catch up about our recent highs & lows - from becoming a bridesmaid (!!), work/life stress, reading challenges to upcoming travel plans. to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on [ instagram , tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here ! ☕ also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here - current book of the month is 'days at the morison bookshop'). if you don't have any social media ...
Mar 26, 2025•40 min
society shapes how we see ourselves—whether it’s beauty standards or the pressure to fit in. but as we get older, something shifts. we start questioning what actually matters to us versus what we’ve been conditioned to believe. in this episode, we unpack how societal expectations influence self-perception, why we care so much about external validation in our early years, whilst also exploring why it’s so important to love and accept yourself right now instead of looking back with regret. to stay...
Mar 19, 2025•44 min
in this solo episode, i share some honest thoughts on my struggles recently to make meaningful friendships and I unpack the psychology behind our craving for a built-in social circle, why adulthood makes friendships feel so much harder, and what we can actually do to cultivate real connection! I also give you a little life update (spoiler: the parents meeting each other wasn’t the disaster my overthinking brain imagined) and share my thoughts on Binding 13 and Keeping 13! to stay up to date on o...
Mar 12, 2025•33 min
this week, we’re back in our cozy wednesday morning recording session, and honestly, would it even be us if we didn’t kick off march with an episode all about welcoming a fresh new season… aka SPRING! 🌸 we’re sitting down to chat through the intentions we’re setting for the next few months—whether it’s journaling more, living in the moment, sticking to healthier sleep routines, embracing that fake it till you make it energy, or just prioritizing ourselves. new season = new character unlocked. t...
Mar 05, 2025•56 min
the title of the episode really says it all - this week we were feeling ANXIOUS and full-on self sabotage mode was ACTIVATED. in this morning coffee chat, we go into the full debrief on the why & how we're shaking ourselves out of it. very on brand for us (anxious girlies 🤝 bookish escapism) this episode also includes a reading & tbr debrief. to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on instagram , tiktok or subs...
Feb 20, 2025•52 min
this ep was supposed to be a cute advice ep all about LOVE but ended up starting on a slightly different note...aka a lil emotional meltdown... BUT THEN we actually get into the advice section and answer all the qs, including: how to deal with overbearing parents getting over a breakup how to navigate post-grad life as a couple p.s. editing leo typing this description and all i can say is SORRYYY for my meltdown i hope its not too annoying & also i don't know why my audio quality is so crapp...
Feb 15, 2025•48 min
happy (almost) galentine’s day 💘 this week, we’re diving deep into the love that truly lasts a lifetime—friendship. we answered your juicy friendship dilemmas, from the messy to the heartfelt. can you stay friends with someone who’s hurt your other friend? what if you constantly feel like a burden in your friendships? how do you stop seeking validation from your friends? And… what do you do when you really don’t like your bestie's partner? 👀 stay in the loop by following us on Instagram...
Feb 12, 2025•45 min
warning: this basically was a facetime call that you joined in on - we absolutely went on a ramble on this one! is it even possible to be authentic on online, or does everything end up curated by default? we feel so authentic on the podcast, but when it comes to posting our lives online, capturing that same raw authenticity feels 1000 time harder! join us as we chat through the pressure of perfection, the 'performative' nature of social media, and navigating the balance between 'real' and 'curat...
Feb 05, 2025•41 min
join us in this very cosy morning record where we’re chatting all about habits—the ones we’ve mastered, the ones we’re still working on, and the ones we’d love to establish this year. From simple routines like morning coffee rituals and daily reading streaks to tackling flat-cleaning consistency, we’re reflecting on what works and what doesn’t. If you’re looking for inspiration to refine your own habits, this cosy conversation is for you to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future epis...
Jan 29, 2025•56 min
