How to Live “Astonishingly Alive” – Guest Jodi Wellman, Positive Psychology Expert

How to Travel Stylishly With Just a Carry-On - Guest Haley Lamey, Carry-On Couture

Have you ever stood over an overstuffed suitcase thinking, ‘How did I end up packing my entire personality for a four-day trip?’ Today’s episode might completely change the way you travel. We’re talking carry-on-only travel, the real strategies that expert packers use to move through airports faster, avoid stress, look stylish, and actually enjoy the trip more. Guest Haley Lamey of Carryon Couture, is a carry-on travel expert who has mastered the art of packing lighter without sacrificing comfort or style. From the psychology behind overpacking to the items seasoned travelers never bring, If you’ve ever dealt with lost luggage, panic-packed the night before, or returned home wearing only 1/2 of what you brought… this episode is for you. Learn more about Haley & her services: carryoncouture.com https://www.instagram.com/carry_on.couture Brenda & Ricki begin the episode by catching up and sharing their candid review of the Met Gala, Devil Wears Prada2 and Brenda's recent trip to France. Follow Brenda on https://www.instagram.com/chicagofoodfavs for more trip highlights. And be sure to share this episode with someone you love. If you like our content, please follow, rate and share your comments on our Chatterbox Besties podcast. We love hearing from you! Thank you so much. With love, Your Chatterbox Besties Brenda & Ricki Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chatterboxbesties Subscribe to our free YouTube channel, Chatterbox Besties. Send questions or comments to chatterboxbesties@gmail.com This podcast is produced for entertainment purposes.

Career Reinvention After 50: From Frank Lloyd Wright Scholar to Musical Playwright – Guest Kim Bixler

Have you ever felt pulled toward a different path, but questioned whether it’s “too late” or “too random?” Then this episode is for you. Today’s guest, Kim Bixler, has one of the most fascinating career journeys. What began as a deep passion for studying and writing about Frank Lloyd Wright, one of the most iconic architects in history, evolved into something completely unexpected, and much later in life. This is a conversation about personal identity, trusting the nudge to change direction at any point in your life, and what it really looks like to build something entirely new, especially when it doesn’t make sense on paper.   Sponsored by the Curated Coach Connector. A personalized coach matching service, empowering women in career and personal transitions. Having the right coach as a guide can make all the difference in unlocking your true potential.  For more information go to www.curatedcoachconnector.com Make a Choice | Take a Chance | Make a Change Learn more about Kim Bixler: https://www.instagram.com/barbamusical https://www.instagram.com/bixlerbixler www.kimbixler.com⁠ [http://www.kimbixler.com/] and ⁠www.barbamusical.com⁠ [http://www.barbamusical.com/] If you like our content, please follow, rate and share your comments on our Chatterbox Besties podcast. We love hearing from you! Thank you so much. With love, Your Chatterbox Besties Brenda & Ricki Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chatterboxbesties Subscribe to our YouTube channel Chatterbox Besties and see us live! Send questions or comments to chatterboxbesties@gmail.com This podcast is produced for entertainment purposes.

What's Really in Your Food? A Founder's Wake-Up Call & Journey After Cancer - Guest Sydney Poll, SydPlayEat

This episode will change how you think about food. Watching someone you love fight for their health, only to be served food that does anything but heal. Today’s guest didn’t just question it, she turned that frustration into a mission. After witnessing her dad recover from cancer and realizing just how broken our food system can be, she did something most people never do; she started a business from scratch. No roadmap, just a deep conviction that food should nourish, not harm. Sydney Poll founded SydPlayEat, a gourmet, clean-ingredient brand of elevated truffle salts and sauces that make eating well feel effortless and actually taste incredible. Bonus: If you're thinking about starting a business, Sydney's journey gives you the insight to make it happen. To celebrate this episode during Women's History Month two exclusive offers are available just for you! A lovely giveaway from our guest today, $100 value of SydPlayEat products in a gorgeous gift box paired with 12 bags of ready to pop gourmet popcorn. All of this will be shipped to you if you win. What a treat!  Plus she’s including the cutest gold condiment spoon. Limited time giveaway. Details on our Instagram.https://instagram.com/chatterboxbesties And whether or not you win you can still win as a Chatterbox Bestie listener because if you order 💕$40 or more at SydPlayEat.com you get $10 off with our exclusive Code CHATTERBOX 💕$80 or more $20 off with code BESTIE This offer is valid through April 30, 2026 Today’s episode is sponsored by Fulcrum aesthetics in Lakeview in Chicago. Fulcrum is dedicated to providing premium surgical and non-surgical beauty services that enhance and rejuvenate your natural beauty.  As a leading practice in Chicago, Fulcrum promises each patient personalized care, focusing on educating you and providing treatments that align with your personal goals. Note that now through April 15, 2026, if you book an esthetic service as a new client at Fulcrum Aesthetics, you will receive a complimentary Aura 3-D Skin Analysis ($150 value) so you can really understand what’s going on with your skin. Be sure to mention Chatterbox Besties when you book to get this awesome analysis for free. Call Fulcrum 773.598.7003 Please remember to send us your comments online or at chatterboxbesties@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram, or YouTube to see us LIVE!, and on our Podcast. We love hearing from you! Thank you so much! With love, Your Chatterbox Besties Brenda & Ricki💕 This podcast is produced for educational purposes.

Top Skincare Truths & Myths - Renown Clinical Director Brittony Croasdell, Fulcrum Aesthetics

Are you ready for spring with your best cared-for skin? Your Chatterbox Besties are gathering the details on what you need to know about elevating your skincare routine with renown clinical director and aesthetician, Brittony Croasdell, owner of Fulcrum Aesthetics. She will answer your common skincare questions and enlighten you with her expertise. 🎯Do you know the 3 simple steps for the best skincare routine? 🎯Do more skincare products equal better skin? 🎯How to take care of aging skin? Anti-aging tips. 🎯What's the deal with in-office treatments and how to know what's best for you? She'll tell you what works and what's a hoax and how to get and keep that dewy and youthful glow. You'll stop guessing and testing and stop wasting money while learning the best tips for your best skin. This episode is sponsored by Fulcrum Aesthetics, Chicago's premiere center for beauty in balance through aesthetic medicine innovations. Two Exclusive Offers From Fulcrum Just For Chatterbox Besties Listeners! To celebrate this episode and your best skincare glow, we are giving away a curated Fulcrum collection of products - The Glow Edit ($350+ Value) A refined mix of clinical-grade skincare and elevated essentials designed to hydrate, restore, and support confident skin at every stage. An incredible giveaway of products. Go to https://www.instagram.com/chatterboxbesties for entry details. Enter through Sunday, 3/8/26. Additionally, a special Chatterbox Besties listener offer: See Your Skin Differently New clients who mention “Chatterbox Besties” when booking at Fulcrum Aesthetics in Chicago, will receive a complimentary Aura add-on (a $150 value) with any esthetician service. Valid through 4/15/26 Aura is an advanced 3D skin analysis technology — a high-definition diagnostic scan that reveals hydration levels, pigmentation, texture, pore size, sun damage, and underlying changes before they fully surface. It removes guesswork and replaces it with precision. It turns a facial into a strategy. Once you experience Aura, you won’t want to book without it. Call Fulcrum at 773.598.7003 If you like our content, please follow, rate and share your comments on our Chatterbox Besties podcast. We love hearing from you! Thank you so much. With love, Your Chatterbox Besties Brenda & Ricki 💕 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chatterboxbesties Subscribe to our YouTube channel Chatterbox Besties and see us live! Send questions or comments to chatterboxbesties@gmail.com This podcast is produced for entertainment purposes.

How to Live “Astonishingly Alive” – Guest Jodi Wellman, Positive Psychology Expert

Have you counted the number of Mondays you have left? Our special guest today has done that and more. Positive psychologist, author and TEDx speaker Jodi Wellman has studied with worldwide experts researching what it means to be truly happy and to live with intention. She has been featured in the NY Times, The LA Times, Forbes, Psychology Today, Oprah Daily and more, and has presented to companies like Accenture, BMW, Estee Lauder & Fidelity.  Jodi unpacks for us, based on science, how to live optimally to make the most of our “4000 Mondays.” Jodi's “live like you mean it” book:“You Only Die Once: How to Make It to the End with No Regrets.” Learn step-by-step how to grow into the version of your life that you’ve secretly been fantasizing about: the one jam-packed with vitality and meaning. https://fourthousandmondays.com/book/ Today’s episode is sponsored by the Curated Coach Connector. Happy YOU Year! You know who you are; this new year invites you to claim it. Having the right coach as a guide can make all the difference in unlocking your true potential. Personalized Coach Matching - Empowering Women in Career & Personal Transitions curatedcoachconnector.com Make a Choice | Take a Chance | Make a Change If you like our content, please follow, rate and share your comments on our Chatterbox Besties podcast. We love hearing from you! Thank you so much. With love, Your Chatterbox Besties Brenda & Ricki Follow us on Instagram @chatterboxbesties Subscribe to our YouTube channel Chatterbox Besties and see us live! Send questions or comments to chatterboxbesties@gmail.com