Soul and Wit
Soul and Wit
Your new favorite mother-daughter duo talking about things (that aren’t things) together and with special guests. Join Courtney Carver and Bailey Carver talking about simplicity, wellness, happiness and secrets to living a life you love. Plus, we'll be interviewing amazing humans about how to live a meaningful life.
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Feb 18, 2025 • 33min
221. Gentle: Rest More, Stress Less, and Live the Life You Actually Want
It’s book release day! Courtney and Bailey are back with a pop-up episode to celebrate the release of Gentle: Rest More, Stress Less and Live the Life You Actually Want. As well as talking about food, fresh air, and figuring out next steps, they take a behind-the-scenes look at Gentle and discuss the forthcoming book tour. Tune in for more on the magic of rest, tiny steps, and being gentle with yourself. Favorite Things Bailey: Oreo Cake Recipe (4 oreos + ¼ cup of milk then smash 1tbs flour + 1 tbs sugar + baking soda sink an oreo and microwave for one minute) 2025 Wall Calendar Favorite Things Courtney: My portable humidifier Thinking about not thinking about what’s next. Show notes: Check out the book tour! We will be speaking in Salt Lake, and Portland, and Courtney will be speaking in San Diego as well. We haven’t gone on tour in SO LONG! Get tickets and we cannot wait to see you. Order your copy of Gentle Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com
Jan 2, 2025 • 23min
220. Gentle January
It’s another pop-up episode of Soul & Wit and our first solo episode. Courtney is here on her own today to help you reject the New Year, New You messages and have a Gentle January. Favorite Things Courtney: The Invisible Life of Addie Larue by V.E. Schwab Show notes: Gentle, Rest More, Stress Less and Live the Life You Actually Want Sign up for preorder bonuses for Gentle January texts or emails Subscribe to email updates at bemorewithless.com for Book Tour news. More/Less Lists (instead of resolutions) Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com
Dec 2, 2024 • 30min
219. Gentle Life Hacks
Discover practical life hacks that lighten your daily load. Learn clever ways to manage news consumption to ease stress and boost your mental health. Uncover tips for better sleep and creative ideas to repurpose household items. Get inspired by quick kitchen tricks, like softening butter effortlessly. Plus, enjoy insights into favorite seasonal items that spark joy and a heartfelt mother-daughter chat about embracing new beginnings.
Nov 12, 2024 • 60min
218. 2024 Holiday Extravaganza
We’re back for one of our favorite episodes of the year. Tune in to this very special holiday extravaganza for holiday recipes, books, shows and the Soul & Wit you may have been missing. LISTEN on Apple or Spotify Favorite Things Bailey: 831 Stories and their debut Novella Big Fan Clean Towels Favorite Things Courtney: Morning pages/coffee/meditation combo Soup. (making soup, buying soup, eating soup, listening to playlists about soup). Shownotes: Sign up for 31 Days of Gifts here! Gift Ideas 2024 Salted Roots Salt get the Breakfast Salt or Smoked Thai Basil Homemade hot sauce stocking stuffer Consumable gifts and clutter free gift idea episode (add ideas and share our clutter-free gift episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/140-consumable-clutter-free-gift-ideas/id1489742667?i=1000586940374 Listen to our gift guide episode from last year If you want to send gifts to children, ask their parents what they need. Subscriptions to learning opportunities locally and online like Masterclass or Nonna Live Pre-order books. It’s the gift that keeps on giving. Send a gift of no gifts. Movies 2024 Netflix Meet Me Next Christmas Hot Frosty Our Little Secret The Merry Gentlemen: That Christma Hulu Nutcrackers A Sudden Case of Christmas Other Christmas Eve in Millers Point The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Repeats The Holiday Family Man Elf Noelle Love Actually The Family Stone Books 2024 Kiss Me at Christmas By Jenny Bayliss Check out our podcast episode with the author! A Winter Wish A Novel By Emily Stone Most Wonderful by Georgia Clark The Merry Matchmaker by Shelia Roberts Recipes 2024 My grandmother’s Danish Puff Spiced Chocolate Marble Shortbread Mini baked alaskas - served in a coupe Chocolate-Covered Marshmallow Cookies Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Gochujang Brown Butter Garam Masala Short Rib Roast With Pistachio Crust Dinner rolls Other 2024 Christmas games from this Reel. Paper Christmas trees from Walmart Curtain String Lights
Jun 24, 2024 • 1h 2min
217. Not Goodbye, Just a See you Later
Today, Courtney and Bailey talk about why this is the last episode of the Soul and Wit podcast (for now). They've decided to step back from the Soul and Wit podcast for a few reasons. Courtney and Bailey answer listener questions in this episode! Tune in to learn more about the future of the podcast. We are grateful for your ongoing support! LISTEN on Apple or Spotify Favorite Things Bailey: How to End a Love Story Favorite Things Courtney: Give up on happiness. Go hard at wonder. A conversation with Bailey about pickles Episode Notes and Resources: Real Women Have Curves Anyone But You Other Birds The Princess Diaries The Power of Wonder The Happiness Trap Hot Girl Pickles Oh! Shap Pickles La Jolla Cove Inn & Suites La Valencia Hotel Episode 111: City Guide: La Jolla, California Episode 169: Sweaty Summer Guide Allbirds Kizik Necessaire GoldBelly Twilight books Midnight Sun Love is Blind The Clique Series Share notes and collaborate on iPhone Need help producing a podcast? Consider hiring our amazing producers – Pristine Podcasts. PATREON: Support us on Patreon here! You will get access to a new monthly bonus episode and we’ll send you a love letter. Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com
Jun 17, 2024 • 45min
216. Summer Bucket List 2024
In today's episode, Courtney and Bailey discuss their 2024 summer bucket list. Summertime can be hot and uncomfortable, so having a list of fun activities can help you make the most of it. Courtney and Bailey talk about items on their list like books to read, outdoor activities, food, and more. If you're seeking summer inspiration, this episode is a must-listen. LISTEN on Apple or Spotify Favorite Things Bailey: Supergoop! Sunscreen Butter (Les Pres Sales and Kerrygold) Favorite Things Courtney: Why a Little Trip to a Museum or Concert Can Be So Good for Your Mental Health Idea of planning a trip on a trip Episode Notes and Resources: Humphreys Concerts by the Bay Shark Tank Episode 164: Simple Pleasures: (mostly inexpensive things you can do that make you smile) A Novel Love Story Lies and Weddings Crazy Rich Asians Swan Song Stolen Focus Bad on Paper Podcast Libro.fm The Midnight Feast The Guest List Very Bad Company I Hope This Finds You Well Your Guide to a Dog Friendly Weekend in Moab Downtown Salt Lake City Farmers Market Cucumber salad Normal Ice Cream and @normal.club Peach everything - cobbler and burrata salads Inside Out Brats, a Documentary Film About the 80s Hollywood Brat Pack It Ends With Us The Bear Succession Dìdi Hacks Bridgerton Only Murders in the Building PATREON: Support us on Patreon here! You will get access to a new monthly bonus episode and we’ll send you a love letter. Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com
Jun 10, 2024 • 44min
215. Annabel Monaghan Favorites Interview
It’s time for a new Favorites Conversation! In today’s episode, Courtney and Bailey chat with Annabel Monaghan. She is the bestselling author of Same Time Next Summer and Nora Goes Off Script. Tune into the interview to learn about Annabel, her new book Summer Romance, decluttering, storytelling, snacks, and so much more! LISTEN on Apple or Spotify Favorite Things Bailey: Real Americans by Rachel Khong Handy Cage Favorite Things Courtney: Cucumber Orange Salad The new French stamp Episode Notes and Resources: Lovebound Library The King's English Bookshop Under the Umbrella Bookstore Pangobooks The Kite Runner Jodi Picoult Beautiful Detour blog & @beautifuldetour How did Goodreads get so bad? Summer Romance Nora Goes off Script Amy Poeppel Laura Zigman Margaret Atwood Pride and Prejudice I Capture the Castle Annabel Monaghan’s books Connect with Annabel on Instagram or buy her new book – Summer Romance – from an independent bookstore. PATREON: Support us on Patreon here! You will get access to a new monthly bonus episode and we’ll send you a love letter. Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com
Jun 3, 2024 • 40min
214. Birthday Traditions
Today, Courtney and Bailey discuss birthday traditions because they have special birthdays coming up! June is Courtney's birthday month, and July is Bailey's birthday month. Join them for a fun chat about birthday traditions and activities like mini golf, bowling, breakfast pastries & coffee, dinner plans, and more. If you love birthday traditions – or want to incorporate new ideas into your birthday – this episode is for you! LISTEN on Apple or Spotify Favorite Things Bailey: Selling the OC New Season New food storage Favorite Things Courtney: When you recently gave me permission not to suffer through my current planner. Postable (for birthday reminders and cards) Episode Notes and Resources: Grossy’s Marinara Recipe Dense bean salad girl You get to pick 5 movies to watch during your bday week. (Molly Green) Cake flipping Episode 49: Giving the Best Gifts (knowing the best things aren’t things) Episode 123: On Aging (a.k.a. Bailey’s Birthday Episode) PATREON: Support us on Patreon here! You will get access to a new monthly bonus episode and we’ll send you a love letter. Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com
May 28, 2024 • 40min
213. The Idea of You Recap
Today, Courtney and Bailey review "The Idea of You." Released in 2017, the book was recently adapted into a movie. Courtney and Bailey dive deep into both the book and the movie, and share their thoughts in a fun and engaging chat. Please note: this episode contains spoilers! LISTEN on Apple or Spotify Favorite Things Bailey: Expiration Dates by Rebecca Searle Quiz Lady Favorite Things Courtney: An Anne Hathaway quote from The Interview: “As a formerly chronically stressed young woman, I just remember thinking one day: You are taking this for granted. You are taking your life for granted. You have no idea. Something could fall through the sky, and that would be lights out. So when I find the old instincts rising, I just tell myself, You are not going to die stressed.” Episode Notes and Resources: The Idea of You (book) The Idea of You (movie) Episode 159: Daisy Jones And The Six Nightbitch (book) Nightbitch (movie) PATREON: Support us on Patreon here! You will get access to a new monthly bonus episode and we’ll send you a love letter. Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com
May 20, 2024 • 37min
212. Travel Guide: 48 Hours in Salt Lake City
Join Courtney and Bailey for a travel guide episode all about Salt Lake City! It's designed for a 48-hour trip. From its vibrant food scene to outdoor activities and gorgeous views, this episode covers a range of delightful activities you can do in the city. Whether you're a Salt Lake City local looking for new adventures or a visitor, tune in for tips and recommendations! LISTEN on Apple or Spotify Favorite Things Bailey: The Culture Study Podcast Old Navy green dress Favorite Things Courtney: Morning walks Bailey’s homemade crackers Episode Notes and Resources: We know sitting is bad for us. But what are we supposed to do instead? Come Drink From the Stanley Cup Cheddar Chive Crisps Recipe Wheeler Farm The King’s English Bookshop Love Bound Library Weller Books Under the Umbrella Bookstore Takashi Chubby Baker Ellerbeck B & B Hotel Monaco Copper Onion Gallivan Center Broadway Theater Central 9th Market 9th and 9th Neighborhood East Liberty Tap House Liberty Park Maven District Normal Ice Cream Pie Fight Spilled Milk Protein Foundry Vessel Kitchen Table X Koyote Ramen Tulie Bakery Solitude Resort Dolly’s Bookstore (Park City) Atticus Coffee & Tea (Park City) Ruth’s Dinner All Trails Urban Hill Slackwater Pizza Babies Bagels Cafe 140B Straw Market Woodbine Food Hall Salt Lake City Airport PATREON: Support us on Patreon here! You will get access to a new monthly bonus episode and we’ll send you a love letter. Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com