Open for Discussion

That time we recapped our first season

In this episode, Candice and Emilee reflect on season one, provide updates on their lives, and discuss their plans for season two. 00:00 Introduction and Summer Recap 02:07 Starting a New Business 03:33 Managing ADHD Diagnoses 10:11 The Power of Reading 15:12 Finding Support in Online Communities 20:03 Balancing Motherhood, Work, and Personal Goals 22:13 Dispelling the Myth of Competition and Scarcity in Business 25:24 The Power of Setting Goals and Manifesting Success 27:25 Leaving a Legacy of Possibility and Opportunity 28:47 Reflecting on Personal Growth and Celebrating Milestones 42:47 Engaging with the Audience: Live Episodes and Season Two Plans 🎥Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@open.for.discussion 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open.for.discussion.podcast 🌐http://OFDpodcast.com 🌿 WHO ARE CANDICE AND EMILEE? Candice (she/her) is a mom, a reader, and a “do no harm but take no shit” kinda gal. Emilee (she/they) is a mom, a streamer, and is definitely in her faerie smut era. They met in a coffee shop and bonded over coffee, books, and their love for their kids. When Candice got the idea for a podcast, Emilee immediately said yes, and Open for Discussion was born. 🌿 FIND CANDICE: 📚Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/simplylovely1545 🎥Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thats_candice 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/that.is.candice/ 🌿 FIND EMILEE: 📚Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/heyemilee 🎥Tiktok: http://tiktok.com/@heyemilee 📸Instagram: http://instagram.com/hey_emilee Show notes: In this episode, Candice and Emilee recap their summer experiences and discuss various topics such as starting new businesses, managing ADHD diagnoses, reading books, and finding support in the online community. They share their personal journeys and offer insights and advice for other millennial moms. In this conversation, Emilee and Candice discuss their experiences in business and personal growth. They explore the idea of competition and scarcity, emphasizing that there is enough room for everyone to be successful. They also discuss the importance of setting goals and manifesting success. Emilee shares her journey of starting her own business and the mindset shifts she has made along the way. They touch on the significance of leaving a legacy of possibility and opportunity for their families. The conversation concludes with reflections on their favorite episodes from season one and plans for season two.

That time I got dressed

In this episode, Candice and Emilee chat about personal style, sense of self, and how motherhood affects... well, just about everything, but how important it is to look out for yourself when you become a parent. 00:00 Evolution of Personal Style 02:52 The Influence of Middle School and High School Fashion 08:37 Maintaining a Sense of Self as a Mom 11:57 Challenges of Finding Clothes Postpartum 26:17 Regional Differences in Fashion Trends 29:37 Finding Confidence and Comfort in Personal Style 31:03 The Influence of Personal Style on Self-Perception 36:24 The Impact of Personal Style on Children 43:39 Finding Inspiration and Overcoming Challenges in Shopping 52:25 Favorite Places to Shop and Building a Wardrobe 🎥Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@open.for.discussion 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open.for.discussion.podcast 🌐http://OFDpodcast.com 🌿 WHO ARE CANDICE AND EMILEE? Candice (she/her) is a mom, a reader, and a “do no harm but take no shit” kinda gal. Emilee (she/they) is a mom, a streamer, and is definitely in her faerie smut era. They met in a coffee shop and bonded over coffee, books, and their love for their kids. When Candice got the idea for a podcast, Emilee immediately said yes, and Open for Discussion was born. 🌿 FIND CANDICE: 📚Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/simplylovely1545 🎥Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thats_candice 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/that.is.candice/ 🌿 FIND EMILEE: 📚Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/heyemilee 🎥Tiktok: http://tiktok.com/@heyemilee 📸Instagram: http://instagram.com/hey_emilee Show notes: In this conversation, Candice and Emilee discuss their personal sense of style and how it has evolved over the years. They talk about their fashion influences in middle school and high school, as well as their current go-to outfits. They also touch on the importance of looking put together and how being a mom has affected their personal style. The conversation explores the challenges of finding clothes that fit postpartum and the desire to maintain a sense of self amidst the demands of motherhood. They talk about the importance of finding a style that makes them feel confident and comfortable, and how their style choices are influenced by their roles as mothers. They also touch on the impact of personal style on their children and the importance of self-expression. They conclude by discussing their favorite places to shop and their approach to building a wardrobe.

That time we got mad about AI

The good, the bad, and the generational. Candice and Emilee dive into what it means to live in an always-connected world. 🌿 WHO ARE CANDICE AND EMILEE? Candice (she/her) is a mom, a reader, and a “do no harm but take no shit” kinda gal. Emilee (she/they) is a mom, a streamer, and is definitely in her faerie smut era. They met in a coffee shop and bonded over coffee, books, and their love for their kids. When Candice got the idea for a podcast, Emilee immediately said yes, and Open for Discussion was born. Find us at OFDpodcast.com!

That time... chili peppers 🌶️🌶️

In which Candice and Emilee discuss the CHILI PEPPER SCALE (among other things). How hot do you like your books?? 🌿 WHO ARE CANDICE AND EMILEE? Candice (she/her) is a mom, a reader, and a “do no harm but take no shit” kinda gal. Emilee (she/they) is a mom, a streamer, and is definitely in her faerie smut era. They met in a coffee shop and bonded over coffee, books, and their love for their kids. When Candice got the idea for a podcast, Emilee immediately said yes, and Open for Discussion was born. Find us at OFDpodcast.com!

That time I forgot how to read

Once upon a time, Emilee forgot how to read - for real. Listen to this episode to hear how she learned to read again. Plus, Candice and Emilee discuss BOOKS of all kinds! 🌿 WHO ARE CANDICE AND EMILEE? Candice (she/her) is a mom, a reader, and a “do no harm but take no shit” kinda gal. Emilee (she/they) is a mom, a streamer, and is definitely in her faerie smut era. They met in a coffee shop and bonded over coffee, books, and their love for their kids. When Candice got the idea for a podcast, Emilee immediately said yes, and Open for Discussion was born. Find us at OFDpodcast.com!