Episode 66: Why Women Everywhere Are Suddenly Obsessed With Mahjong | Inside the Mahjong Movement with Expert Jamie Dalton

Episode 66: Why Women Everywhere Are Suddenly Obsessed With Mahjong | Inside the Mahjong Movement with Expert Jamie Dalton

Episode Description: What is it about Mahjong that has women completely hooked right now? In this week's episode, we're joined by Jamie Dalton, co-founder of Gold Coast Mahjong Club, to unpack the game, the culture, and the community that have turned Mahjong into one of the fastest-growing hobbies among women. What started as a way for Jamie to connect with her 102-year-old Chinese grandmother eventually grew into a thriving community where women gather to learn, connect, laugh, host, strategize, and build friendships around the Mahjong table. But this conversation goes far beyond the tiles. We explore why women are craving hobbies again, the rise of intentional offline connection, adult friendship, the mental benefits of learning something new, and why structured gatherings like Mahjong nights are filling a need so many women didn't realize they had. We also dive into the important conversation around Mahjong's cultural roots, honoring the game's Chinese history, and how appreciation, education, and tradition can coexist alongside its growing popularity in modern American culture. Whether you're already obsessed with Mahjong or have been staring at a beautiful set wondering where to begin, this episode is for you. In this episode, we discuss: * Why Mahjong has exploded in popularity among women * Why women are seeking offline connection again * The surprising emotional benefits of learning Mahjong * Adult friendship, community, and intentional gathering * The role aesthetics, hosting, and ritual play in Mahjong culture * Mahjong etiquette and beginner mistakes * The easiest way to learn Mahjong without feeling overwhelmed * Tips and strategies for new players * The conversation around cultural appreciation and Mahjong's Chinese roots * Why some are calling Mahjong "the new golf" for women * Building Gold Coast Mahjong Club and creating community through shared hobbies Whether you're a seasoned player, Mahjong-curious, or simply looking for a hobby that feels like yours again, this episode will leave you inspired to pull up a chair and give it a try. 💗 Pink Spotlight Each week, we highlight a moment, product, or practice that’s bringing us joy: • Jamie: As a self-proclaimed introvert, Jamie shared a mindset trick that has helped her tremendously while building Gold Coast Mahjong. She walks into every room assuming people already like her. It instantly changes your energy, makes conversations easier, and helps create genuine connections. • Kristina: A quick overnight getaway with her entire family. Between mini golf, a movie night in the hotel, and quality time together, it was a reminder that sometimes getting away from the house and daily responsibilities is all you need to reconnect. • Christina: This week's spotlight goes to her husband. A scheduling mix-up during the recording of this episode caused some last-minute scrambling, and he completely rearranged his day so she could make the interview happen. No complaints, no guilt, no strings attached. Just a reminder of what true partnership and teamwork can look like. Connect with Gold Coast Mahjong Follow Jamie and Gold Coast Mahjong [https://www.instagram.com/goldcoastmahjong] to learn about upcoming events, lessons, and resources for players of all levels. Gold Coast Mahjong: https://goldcoastmahjongclub.com [https://goldcoastmahjongclub.com/] Instagram: @goldcoastmahjong [https://www.instagram.com/goldcoastmahjong] ✨ Jamie's Favorite Mahjong Accessories (click here for discounts [https://goldcoastmahjongclub.com/pages/our-favorite-products]) • Racks: Tigre de Tartan • Mat: Brooklyn Mahjong • Tiles: Miss Mahjong • Coasters & Dice Dish: Color & Pour • Lamp: Addison Ross Love the Episode? If this episode resonated, it would mean so much if you took a moment to follow, rate, and review Pretty in Pink Again. It helps us grow, reach more women, and continue having these conversations that matter. You can also follow along on Instagram @prettyinpinkagain [https://www.instagram.com/prettyinpinkagain/] @kristinabontempo [https://www.instagram.com/kristinabontempo] and @christinatarabishy [https://www.instagram.com/christinatarabishy] for more behind-the-scenes, clips, and everything we’re building beyond the mic. 💗 Hey PIPAS! Send us a text for episode feedback, ideas, and questions! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2443124/fan_mail/new]

Episode 65: Why Women Are Craving Connection Again: Friendship, Community & Life Beyond Motherhood with KINN Founder Amy Bucceri

Episode Description Women spend so much of their lives showing up for everyone else that it's easy to lose sight of who they are outside of their roles and responsibilities. In this episode, Christina and T sit down with Amy Bucceri, founder of KINN [https://www.atkinn.com/], to discuss why women are craving connection again and what happens when we create spaces designed specifically for women to gather, connect, learn, and belong. From adult friendship and loneliness to hobbies, identity, entrepreneurship, and community, this conversation explores the growing movement of women seeking meaningful relationships and experiences beyond social media, work, and motherhood. Amy shares the story behind KINN, how it evolved into a thriving community, and why creating opportunities for women to connect may be one of the most important investments we can make in ourselves. Whether you're looking for friendship, purpose, inspiration, or simply a reminder that you're not alone, this episode is a conversation about connection, belonging, and rediscovering yourself in every season of life. What You'll Find in This Episode • Why women are craving connection more than ever • The loneliness many women experience in adulthood • The rise of intentional female communities • Why hobbies like Mahjong and needlepoint are having a major moment • The importance of third spaces outside of home and work • Adult friendship and making meaningful connections later in life • The difference between online engagement and real-life belonging • Why connection is a form of wellness • Building trusted networks of women • Entrepreneurship, community building, and creating culture • How KINN grew from an idea into a thriving community for women 💗 Pink Spotlight Each week, we highlight a moment, product, or practice that’s bringing us joy: • T: Finding ways to make ordinary days feel special. Recently, her family started "Cookie Mondays," a simple tradition where they either bake cookies together or head out for a treat after school. She also used ChatGPT to create a personalized itinerary for a rainy family day trip, proving that a little creativity and anticipation can make everyday moments feel much more memorable. • Christina: A 40th birthday girls trip with college friends. Between busy schedules, motherhood, work, and everyday responsibilities, it felt almost impossible to get everyone together. The quick 48-hour getaway was a reminder of the importance of maintaining long-term friendships, prioritizing experiences that fill your cup, and spending time with the people who knew you before the titles, responsibilities, and demands of adulthood. • Amy: Nuuly, a monthly clothing rental subscription that allows members to rotate pieces from brands like Free People, Anthropologie, and Hill House. Amy loves being able to experiment with new styles, refresh her wardrobe seasonally, and purchase favorite pieces at a discount if she falls in love with them. About Amy Bucceri Amy Bucceri is the founder of KINN, a modern women's community designed to bring connection, collaboration, creativity, and belonging back into everyday life. Through shared workspaces, events, classes, networking opportunities, and community experiences, KINN has become a gathering place where women can build friendships, discover new interests, support one another, and create meaningful connections beyond their daily roles and responsibilities. Connect with Amy & KINN • Learn more about KINN here [https://www.atkinn.com/] • Follow KINN on Instagram @meetatkinn [https://www.instagram.com/meetatkinn] • Interested in becoming a member at KINN Avon? Learn more about membership opportunities here [https://www.atkinn.com/memberships] • Interested in bringing KINN to your community? Amy is actively exploring expansion and franchise opportunities. For information about opening a KINN location or partnering with the brand, connect with Amy here [https://www.atkinn.com/contact] Love the Episode? If this episode resonated, it would mean so much if you took a moment to follow, rate, and review Pretty in Pink Again. It helps us grow, reach more women, and continue having these conversations that matter. You can also follow along on Instagram @prettyinpinkagain [https://www.instagram.com/prettyinpinkagain/] @kristinabontempo [https://www.instagram.com/kristinabontempo] and @christinatarabishy [https://www.instagram.com/christinatarabishy] for more behind-the-scenes, clips, and everything we’re building beyond the mic. 💗 Hey PIPAS! Send us a text for episode feedback, ideas, and questions! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2443124/fan_mail/new]

Episode 64: Am I Done Having Kids… Or Just Overstimulated? The Emotional Side of Family Planning Nobody Talks About

Episode Description There’s endless conversation around getting pregnant… but almost none around deciding you’re done. This week on Pretty in Pink Again, Christina and T dive into one of the most emotional and complicated questions women quietly carry: how do you know when your family is complete? For some women, the decision feels crystal clear. For others, it changes with every season of motherhood. And for many women, it’s not fully a choice at all. The girls openly discuss the emotional gray area between gratitude and grief, loving motherhood while feeling completely overstimulated, and the complicated reality that sometimes your heart and your capacity don’t match. They also acknowledge how sensitive and layered this conversation can be, especially for women navigating infertility, secondary infertility, miscarriage, maternal age, health challenges, or circumstances that make family planning feel out of their control. From wanting another baby… to simply missing your babies being little… this episode explores the thoughts so many women have but rarely say out loud. The girls discuss: *  The difference between wanting a baby vs. wanting your babies little again  *  The mental and emotional load modern mothers are carrying  *  Whether women are truly “done” or simply overwhelmed  *  Starting over with another baby  *  The grief that can exist even when your family feels complete  *  The pressure women often feel around “the decision”  *  Love vs. capacity in motherhood  *  The emotional support bin of baby clothes nobody can get rid of  This episode is emotional, validating, funny, honest, and deeply relatable for any woman who has ever questioned what she wants her future family to look like. 💗 Pink Spotlight Each week, we highlight a moment, product, or practice that’s bringing us joy: T: A quick weekend getaway to Charleston with her husband. Just over 24 hours away together reminded her how important it is to reconnect outside of parenting. A few meals out, uninterrupted conversation, and quality time together felt like the reset they both needed. Christina: Back on her liquid collagen [https://us.shaklee.com/en_US/christinatarabishy/Nutrition/Targeted-Solutions/Collagen/Liquid-BioCell%C2%AE-Life+/p/21432?categoryCode=] routine and already noticing a difference after just a few consistent weeks, especially in her hair, skin, nails, and joints. She’s also pairing it with a collagen-based wellness supplement [https://us.shaklee.com/en_US/christinatarabishy/Nutrition/Targeted-Solutions/Collagen/Trim-%26-Smooth/p/34016] designed to help support cravings, fat metabolism, muscle tone, and stubborn areas women often focus on like hips, thighs, and waistline support. 🌸 Things We Mentioned *  Christina’s Infertility Journey [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pretty-in-pink-again/id1795476575?i=1000702036147], Fertility Struggles & Becoming a Mom After Waiting Longer Than Expected This Week’s Sponsor This week’s episode is sponsored by Ellen Piccolo, founder of The Homemaker. Ellen is an interior designer focused on creating homes that are both beautiful and functional for the season of life you’re in. In her Pretty in Pink Again episode, she shared insight on designing spaces that evolve with motherhood, routines, and real life, while still feeling elevated and intentional. Listen to Ellen’s full episode here [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-61-why-your-home-isnt-working-and-how-to-fix/id1795476575?i=1000764688321]. Instagram: @thehomemakerdesignco [https://www.instagram.com/thehomemakerdesignco?igsh=ajYyMXNlM2RpZnRi] Website: www.thehomemakerct.com [https://www.thehomemakerct.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleARfStRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAae2wvcaXOuPlV-CGiMoWar0F36CUn6z53arljH2tzmy1zrAB0b1q3JRUhwIlA_aem_LzBTvcofnIqL-QrKLUBG4g] Love the Episode? If this episode resonated, it would mean so much if you took a moment to follow, rate, and review Pretty in Pink Again. It helps us grow, reach more women, and continue having these conversations that matter. You can also follow along on Instagram @prettyinpinkagain [https://www.instagram.com/prettyinpinkagain/] @kristinabontempo [https://www.instagram.com/kristinabontempo] and @christinatarabishy [https://www.instagram.com/christinatarabishy] for more behind-the-scenes, clips, and everything we’re building beyond the mic. 💗 Hey PIPAS! Send us a text for episode feedback, ideas, and questions! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2443124/fan_mail/new]

Episode 63: Why Clutter Feels So Mentally Exhausting: The Reset Every Overwhelmed Woman Needs with The Reset Brunette

Episode Description: This week, Christina and T sit down with Briana Bazail, creator of The Reset Brunette [https://www.instagram.com/resetbrunette], for a conversation that goes far beyond organizing. Together, they unpack the emotional weight of clutter, the invisible mental load women carry, and why so many moms feel overwhelmed in their own homes. From burnout and identity shifts to practical systems that actually work, this episode explores how resetting your space can help you reconnect with yourself again. Because sometimes it’s not really about the mess. It’s about everything the mess represents. In this episode, they discuss: • why clutter affects mental health • decision fatigue and reducing overwhelm • organizing for your real life, not old versions of yourself • systems that work for busy moms and families • how childhood responsibility shapes adulthood • teaching kids to contribute to the home • the connection between peace, identity, and your environment • realistic resets that make everyday life feel lighter 💗 Pink Spotlight Each week, we highlight a moment, product, or practice that’s bringing us joy: T: Mint & Lily birthstone bracelets gifted by her sister for Mother’s Day featuring meaningful family birthstones. Christina: Colleen Rothschild Ritual Body Oil [https://go.shopmy.us/p-59508395], a deeply hydrating body oil that helped soothe and moisturize skin after a little too much Florida sun. Briana: The idea of “resetting” not just your home, but also friendships, routines, pressure, and anything no longer serving your peace. Connect with Briana: @resetbrunette [https://www.instagram.com/resetbrunette] 🌸 Things We Mentioned • Folding board [https://karinebouganim.com/products/folding-board] Briana uses to maximize drawer and closet space (use code BRI20 for 20% off) • The RealReal • VVA Pickup • Trashie • ThredUp This Week’s Sponsor This week’s episode is sponsored by Ellen Piccolo, founder of The Homemaker. Ellen is an interior designer focused on creating homes that are both beautiful and functional for the season of life you’re in. In her Pretty in Pink Again episode, she shared insight on designing spaces that evolve with motherhood, routines, and real life, while still feeling elevated and intentional. Listen to Ellen’s full episode here [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-61-why-your-home-isnt-working-and-how-to-fix/id1795476575?i=1000764688321]. Instagram: @thehomemakerdesignco [https://www.instagram.com/thehomemakerdesignco?igsh=ajYyMXNlM2RpZnRi] Website: www.thehomemakerct.com [https://www.thehomemakerct.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleARfStRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAae2wvcaXOuPlV-CGiMoWar0F36CUn6z53arljH2tzmy1zrAB0b1q3JRUhwIlA_aem_LzBTvcofnIqL-QrKLUBG4g] Love the Episode? If this episode resonated, it would mean so much if you took a moment to follow, rate, and review Pretty in Pink Again. It helps us grow, reach more women, and continue having these conversations that matter. You can also follow along on Instagram @prettyinpinkagain [https://www.instagram.com/prettyinpinkagain/] @kristinabontempo [https://www.instagram.com/kristinabontempo] and @christinatarabishy [https://www.instagram.com/christinatarabishy] for more behind-the-scenes, clips, and everything we’re building beyond the mic. 💗 Hey PIPAS! Send us a text for episode feedback, ideas, and questions! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2443124/fan_mail/new]

REWIND: Ozempic, GLP-1s & the Truth About Weight Loss Medications with Stephanie Gort, PA

Episode Description: This week, we’re bringing back one of our top episodes of 2025 — and honestly, it feels even more relevant now than when it first aired. Since this conversation first dropped, GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound have completely changed the weight loss conversation. But beyond the headlines, this episode dives into the emotional side of weight, diet culture, hormones, self-worth, and the shame women still feel around asking for help. In this episode, Physician Assistant Stephanie Gort breaks down: ✨ Why weight management is about more than “eat less, move more” ✨ How hormones, genetics, pregnancy, and life stages impact weight ✨ What GLP-1 medications actually do in plain English ✨ The stigma around Ozempic and medical weight loss ✨ Why health and self-worth should never be tied to a number on the scale Want to learn more from Stephanie or work with her directly? * Work with her [https://www.connecticutgi.org/stephanie-gort/] for weight loss * Her on-the-go charm bar Charmd [https://www.instagram.com/charmdbydd?igsh=MzNlZzEybXczaGMz] 💗 Pink Spotlight Each week, we highlight a moment, product, or practice that’s bringing us joy: * Kristina: Her growing Mackenzie Childs [https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/2344985?fbclid=PAVERFWAM_heVleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABp2RFyIbySDNwGnUl4Jy_wYFzPLc0Sbxcs05Oeh-I-EngStm1NTLNf9Mg20dz_aem_yOGhWjUYCXSIdvHe1h3ZHA] collection. She shares the story of adding one special piece each year since her son was born 12 years ago, turning it into a tradition that feels both meaningful and personal to her home. * Stephanie: Her business adventure with her sister, @charmdbydd [https://www.instagram.com/charmdbydd] — a bracelet-making company that hosts parties and events, combining creativity, connection, and fun. * Christina: Reinvesting in denim now that she’s finally feeling settled in a consistent size after pregnancy and postpartum. She shares her love for Mother Denim [https://go.shopmy.us/p-57881363] and finding a pair of jeans that somehow feel as comfortable as sweatpants. This Week’s Sponsor Ellen is an interior designer focused on creating homes that are both beautiful and functional for the season of life you’re in. In her Pretty in Pink Again episode, she shared insight on designing spaces that evolve with motherhood, routines, and real life, while still feeling elevated and intentional. Instagram: @thehomemakerdesignco [https://www.instagram.com/thehomemakerdesignco?igsh=ajYyMXNlM2RpZnRi] Website: www.thehomemakerct.com [https://www.thehomemakerct.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleARfStRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAae2wvcaXOuPlV-CGiMoWar0F36CUn6z53arljH2tzmy1zrAB0b1q3JRUhwIlA_aem_LzBTvcofnIqL-QrKLUBG4g] Love the Episode? If this episode resonated, it would mean so much if you took a moment to follow, rate, and review Pretty in Pink Again. It helps us grow, reach more women, and continue having these conversations that matter. And if someone came to mind while you were listening, send this episode their way. You can also follow along on Instagram @prettyinpinkagain [https://www.instagram.com/prettyinpinkagain/] @kristinabontempo [https://www.instagram.com/kristinabontempo] and @christinatarabishy [https://www.instagram.com/christinatarabishy] for more behind-the-scenes, clips, and everything we’re building beyond the mic. 💗 Hey PIPAS! Send us a text for episode feedback, ideas, and questions! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2443124/fan_mail/new]