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Too Niche?

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A culture and lifestyle show, where every topic is a thrill and nothing is Too Niche. New episodes air every other Friday. For notes, links, and other matters of importance from the Too Niche universe, visit the Too Niche Mood Board—and follow @elizabethkott on Instagram for niche recs, podcast clips, and more.
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Episodes

Q3 Listener Q+A: Wellness, Weed & Money Things

A dive into my current wellness icks, quitting cannabis, creative resets, financial lessons — and a brief answer to the question I still get most about That’s So Retrograde. Plus: a double Niche of the Week. For more things Too Niche? --> check out the Too Niche Mood Board on Substack (it's free!). For clips of the show follow @this_is_tooniche on Instagram and TikTok , + I'm on instagram @elizabethkott <3...

Aug 01, 202530 minEp. 107

Book Club: The Ambition Trap with Amina AlTai

Introducing Too Niche? ’s unofficial book club—today we’re talking The Ambition Trap by Amina AlTai . I’m joined by Amina to explore what it really means to move from burnout to purpose. We get into the post-girlboss reckoning, the zone of genius vs. the zone of “meh,” and how redefining ambition can reshape our work, creativity, and everyday lives. Follow me on socials @elizabethkott and @this_is_tooniche | For notes and links and more from the Too Niche Universe sign up for the Too Niche Mood ...

Jul 18, 202545 minEp. 106

Summer 2025: Niche or Sheesh? with THNK1994

I’m joined by my favorite pop culture historians Matt Harkins and Viviana Olen of THNK1994 for a special Summer 2025: Niche or Sheesh? We get into everything from And Just Like That hot takes to Toner Wars on skinTok, Tracy Anderson’s baguette-gate, and the frozen yogurt renaissance. We also talk real-life housewife run-ins (hi Phaedra! hi Kenya!) and their upcoming Gallery Girls live show in NYC. For notes and links to everything mentioned in this episode, check out the Too Niche Mood Board for...

Jul 04, 202549 minEp. 105

Makeup Recs and Career Reinvention After 40 with Erica Taylor

40+ makeup expert and Tiktok beauty sensation Erica Taylor joins me to share her journey from decades behind department store beauty counters to building a massive online following. We get into the most common makeup mistakes that age the face—and her current favorite product reccomendations. For notes and links to everything mentioned in this episode, subscribe to the Too Niche Mood Board for free on Substack. Thank you to our sponsor OSEA use code NICHE for 10% off at Oseamalibu.com...

Jun 20, 20251 hr 1 minEp. 104

The Vanderpump Rules "Reiki Master” Herself: Kelsey J. Patel Tells All

Kelsey J. Patel joins me to finally share the true story behind her infamous Vanderpump Rules appearance as “Jax’s Reiki Master.” We get into what really happened behind the scenes, how reality TV editing twisted her words, and why the internet couldn’t let it go — even years later. Plus: how The Artist’s Way helped her reclaim her creativity, her thoughts on Jax’s recent rehab storyline, and what it’s like to go unexpectedly viral in the Bravo-verse. Thank you to our sponsor OSEA use code NICHE...

Jun 06, 20251 hrEp. 103

AI for Creatives with Taryn Southern

Creative technologist and early AI adopter Taryn Southern joins me to explore how creatives can use AI to enhance their process. We get into what’s helpful, what’s scary, and what’s next. Full AI tool list + links on the Too Niche Mood Board (Substack)!

May 23, 202549 minEp. 102

Fragrance University with Sir Candle Man

I'm kicking off a new era of Too Niche? and joining me is the Internet’s favorite scent expert, Sir Candle Man . We dive into his origin story, spring/summer fragrance trends, and the power of brand storytelling—plus his top recs under $30, $50, and beyond. Recs links from this episode here and show notes and more over on the Too Niche Mood Board. Thank you to OSEA and their new Ocean Wave Cleanser for supporting today's show, use code NICHE for 10% off at OSEAmalibu.com ....

May 09, 202550 minEp. 101

Wedding Q+A Pt. 2: Budget Talk, Plus-Ones, the Registry Debate, and Final Thoughts

Wrapping up our wedding-core era with one last round of listener questions—how to handle plus-ones, what I actually spent, and dealing with tricky family dynamics. Plus: registries, rings, and my biggest takeaways from the whole thing. Cleaned out my closet this week and so thankful for being able to recycle the clothes I can't re-sell with Trashie Take Back Bags, Get 10% off your order at Trashie.io with code NICHE10 Thank you to HigherDOSE, my current favorites are their Sauna Blanke t , Bath ...

Apr 11, 202537 minEp. 100

Wedding Q+A Pt. 1: What Worked, What Didn’t, and What I Learned About Planning

Part one of the wedding Q&A series—covering how to stay grounded on the big day, what traditions are worth skipping, approaches to budgeting (and going over it), and navigating the prenup conversation. Thank you to everyone who submitted thoughtful, funny, and hyper-specific questions. Part two coming soon. Thank you to HigherDOSE, my current favorites are their Sauna Blanke t , Bath Soak , and Red Light Mask - NICHE15 for 15% off at HigherDOSE.com Have a Q for part two? Drop me a line (toon...

Apr 04, 202530 minEp. 99

Wedding Etiquette

Wedding drama, traditions, and unspoken rules—let’s discuss. We’re diving deep into the social dynamics and common rituals surrounding weddings, using the internet’s most chaotic treasure trove: Reddit. From wild bridezilla stories to unexpected etiquette debates, I’m breaking it all down with my favorite advice-meets-comedy duo, Joey Greer and Mike Castle , hosts of You Know What I Would Do? . For further musings and links to what was mentioned in this episode, please visit the Too Niche Mood B...

Mar 28, 202549 minEp. 98

Wedding Fashion

Joining me is friend to the show, stylist and author, Allison Bornstein , to discuss wedding fashion. We get into the somewhat stressful quest of what to wear, what we both eventually landed on for our own weddings, tips for avoiding said bridal sartorial panic, and a little spring fashion just for fun. MY NEXT MOOD BOARD SESSION FOR APRIL is March 30 | details + sign up here Listen to Allison's previous Too Niche? episode here For further musings and links to what was mentioned in this episode,...

Mar 21, 202543 minEp. 97

2025 Wedding Trends

We're taking it to a place of a wedding trend haul—what’s in and what’s out in 2025 according to Vogue . Joining me is comedian, improviser, and co-host of the You Know What I Would Do? podcast , my husband, Joey Greer . Together we assess the present day wedding industrial complex while recapping our own wedding celebration. For notes and links to everything mentioned in this episode please visit the TOO NICHE MOOD BOARD MY NEXT MOOD BOARD SESSION FOR APRIL is March 30 | details + sign up here ...

Mar 14, 20251 hr 13 minEp. 96

Wedding Beauty

I present to you the inaugural installment of Too Niche?: A Wedding Guide , today we are focussing on Wedding Beauty . In this episode I get into my overall wedding mindset, what pre-wedding treatments I explored (aka everything I injected into my face), and chat with celebrity makeup artist, Afton Williams , who did my wedding makeup. In our convo - chock full of recs - she provides expert intel on what she uses on her clients. All the products mentioned are listed and linked on the Too Niche M...

Mar 07, 202555 minEp. 95

The New York Times’ 12 Predictions for Life in 2025

Thank you to Magic Mind for Supporting this episode! Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle with my link: https://magicmind.com/NICHEJAN #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance In this week’s episode of Too Niche , host Elizabeth Kott is joined by bestselling author and podcast host, Nora McInerny, for an insightful discussion on The New York Times' 2025 trend predictions . Notes from the host! For links and more from this episode please visit the Too Niche Mood Board! It is the week to sign up f...

Jan 24, 20251 hr 6 minEp. 94

2025 Astrology

Get ready for 2025 with this cosmic forecast! Renowned psychic and astrologer, Mikey Domitrovich , joins Elizabeth to break down the major astrological transits and alignments shaping the year ahead. Thanks to these amazing brands: Sakara - use code NICHESAKARA for 20% off their Signature Nutrition Program and more at Sakara.com HigherDOSE - use code NICHE15 for 15% off at HigherDOSE.com (been living on my heated PEMF mat all season) For all the dates mentioned and more notes on this episode ple...

Jan 09, 202556 minEp. 93

Charcuterie: Going back for seconds

Return to one of the original Too Niche holiday hauls from 2022 with Elizabeth Kott and Lara Marie Schoenhals as they delve into the niche trend of charcuterie. Where did it come from? What constitutes a perfect charcuterie board? Who are the unsung heroes of the board besides cheese and cured meats? And perhaps most importantly, butter boards–yay or nay? Thank you to our sponsors! HigherDOSE use code NICHE20 for 20% off now through Jan 1 at HigherDOSE.com LeuneLab Edibles use code NICHE15 for 1...

Dec 27, 202442 minEp. 92

Pop Girlie Christmas Bops Revisited

Dipping into the archives to replay this iconic festive haul! Joining Elizabeth Kott is Lara Marie Schoenhals (Sexy Unique Podcast) and John Hill (The John Hill Show, Radio Andy Live) to rate and discuss the best of pop girlie Christmas anthems. An instant holiday classic, that's so nice you should listen twice :) Too Niche's Pop Girlie Xmas Playlist Thank you to our sponsors! HigherDOSE use code NICHE20 for 20% off now through Jan 1 at HigherDOSE.com LeuneLab Edibles use code NICHE15 for 15% of...

Dec 20, 20241 hr 14 minEp. 91

Non-Gift Guide Gift Guide

Today’s haul is brought to you by Leune Lab and Osea : Leune Lab get 15% off of legal THC edibles with code: NICHE on Leunelab.com Osea get 10% off with code NICHE , they have some amazing holiday gift sets right now on Oseamalibu.com Join Elizabeth Kott for a Too Niche twist on holiday shopping with the Non-Gift Guide Gift Guide ! Diving into (free-ish) gifts you can give your self: the art of a digital media cleanse, the power of rest, and tips for clearing your space and getting organized in ...

Dec 13, 202424 minEp. 90

2024 Goop Gift Guides

Host Elizabeth Kott is reunited with Lara Marie Schoenhals ( Sexy Unique Podcast ) for their annual holiday haul of the Goop Gift Guides ! It’s a seasonal deep dive into Gwyneth Paltrow’s latest luxe wellness picks and this year they can’t help but wonder...has the guide lost its luster OR have we as a collective lost our luster for a guide? For notes and links from this episode check out the Too Niche Mood Board See images and shop the haul here 2025 Mood Board Masterclass Workshop: info and si...

Dec 06, 202448 minEp. 89

Holiday Candles

Elizabeth welcomes the hilarious and delightful Lauren Lapkus for a deep dive into their ultimate holiday candle haul. From budget-friendly finds to luxurious splurges, they share their favorite scents to set the mood for the season. Get ready to discover new favorites, laugh along, and light up your holiday spirit—one candle at a time! Today’s Haul was brought to you by: Leune Lab get 15% off of legal THC edibles with code: NICHE , (my faves are Desert Gold and Cloud Berry) on Leunelab.com Osea...

Nov 29, 20241 hr 1 minEp. 88

Dopamine Menus

Guest hauler, Nora McInerny joins Elizabeth to haul the dopamine menu trend. Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Magic Mind - use code TOONICHE20 for 20% off at Magicmind.com Osea - code: NICHE for 10% off at OseaMalibu.com (their newest product is Undaria Algae Body Wash and it’s an A+) Check out Nora's work: YouTube | Podcast | Instagram | Books | Ted Talk | Substack Some links to things mentioned in this episode : Nora McInerny | YouTube | Podcast | Instagram | Books | Ted Talk | Substack How ...

Sep 19, 20241 hr 21 minEp. 87

Yolanda Hadid's Architectural Digest Home Tour

An impromptu haul of Yolanda Hadid’s Fort Worth, Texas Architectural Digest Open Door feature . Joining Elizabeth is guest hauler and Too Niche design correspondent, Sarah Weichel of Swike Design . Follow along with visuals and links over on the Too Niche Mood Board Please check out: The Pink on The River live online auction (now through Sunday), proceeds raise money for The Pink Agenda , funding life saving breast cancer research and awareness. Thank you to: HigherDOSE for supporting today’s ha...

Sep 06, 202442 minEp. 87

Workout Crazes

John Hill joins Elizabeth Kott to haul the most iconic workout crazes in recent history. Thank you to Magic Mind for supporting today's haul. Use code NICHE20 for 20% off at magicmind.com Notes, links and more from this episode on the Too Niche Mood Board ( new episode posts typically go live the Friday after the episode has been released) Club Artist's Way details and sign up September Mood Board Workshop details and sign up...

Aug 29, 202458 minEp. 85

Niche Things with THNK1994

THNK1994 Museum ’s Viviana Olen and Matt Harkins join Elizabeth to haul their niche obsessions of Summer 2024. For notes, links and images to everything referenced in this haul please visit the Too Niche Mood Board on Substack September Mood Board Workshop with Elizabeth, September 3 at 5:30p pst/ 8:30p est on Zoom, details and sign up here...

Aug 15, 202458 minEp. 84

Bravo Beverages

Elizabeth is joined by Emmy nominated writer, producer and Radio Andy personality, Lauren Ashley Smith , to haul a lengthy list of Bravo TV affiliated beverage brands including: Skinny Girl, Witches of Weho Wines, Loverboy and Bluestone Manor Whiskey. Thank you to this week's sponsor Max Pope The Edit , get 10% off and free shipping with code NICHE at maxpopetheedit.com Join the Too Niche Mood Board on Substack for notes, links and promo codes from each episode Get in touch! toonichepodcast@gmai...

Aug 08, 20241 hr 5 minEp. 83

Wellness Buzzwords

Elizabeth hauls the top wellness trends of the moment with guest hauler, Jess Kane of BodyBio . Use code NICHE20 for 20% off at Bodybio.com Sign up for the Too Niche Mood Board on Substack and get links to everything mentioned in the episode and promo codes ! Aug 4: Mood Board Workshop / Thank you to HigherDOSE for partnering with Too Niche on today's episode, use code NICHE for 15% off your first purchase at higherDOSE.com...

Aug 01, 20241 hrEp. 82

The Artist's Way

Elizabeth hauls the basic tools of The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron. This episode is in partnership with Alma , an online platform that is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care. For notes and links from everything mentioned in today's haul, visit the Too Niche Mood Board on substack Next Mood Board Workshop is on August 4 , more details and sign up here Thank you to today’s sponsors: Alma - at helloalma.com , Osea code: NICHE for 10% off, Max Pope The Ed...

Jul 25, 202436 minEp. 81

LA Hot Girl Guide: Wellness and Beauty

Elizabeth is joined by comedy influencer and hot girl representative, Amanda McCants , to haul their A+ Los Angeles beauty and wellness recommendations. Thank so much you to this week's sponsor, HigherDose ! Use code: NICHE for 15% off your first purchase at higherDose.com Get links and notes to everything mentioned in this haul on the Too Niche Mood Board on Substack...

Jul 11, 20241 hr 10 minEp. 80

Celebrity Statement Tees

Elizabeth is joined by guest hauler, Pat Regan (comedian, TV writer and co-host of Seek Treatment with Cat & Pat ), to haul the most iconic celebrity-worn statement t-shirts of all time. Check out the Too Niche Mood Board on substack for images and links mentioned in this haul INVITE: July 14 - Q3 Digital Mood Board Workshop Thank you to this week's sponsor Osea ! use code: NICHE for 10% off Get in touch! toonichepodcast@gmail.com / @this_is_tooniche / @elizabetkott...

Jul 04, 20241 hr 16 minEp. 79

Sparkling Water (The Too Niche Origin Story)

Time travel back to Black Friday of November 2022 for a re-listen of the first ever Too Niche episode. Join Elizabeth Kott and Lara Marie Schoenhals as they haul and review the most popular and niche sparkling water brands found in the grocery store isles. For notes and links for all things Too Niche , join the Too Niche Mood Board for free on substack Get in touch! toonichepodcast@gmail.com / @this_is_tooniche / @elizabethkott Thank you to today’s sponsors! Osea code: NICHE for 10% off, Max Pop...

Jun 27, 202457 minEp. 78
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