Soul and Wit

It’s time to reset from a loud  weekend of holiday and Black Friday shopping. Here’s your guide for what to do if you feel overwhelmed or spent more than you wanted to this weekend. We’ll also share ideas for navigating the rest of the holiday season for you to enjoy your holidays this year.    Favorite Things Bailey:  Notion Holiday Planner Long baths around 4:30 PM    Favorite Things Courtney: Sharing my OOTDs! Our Christmas Tree Tradition   SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! 31 DAYS OF GIFTS starts on December 1st. Join today!   PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande, and Venti tiers.   If you are interested in sponsoring an episode of Soul & Wit, contact us here: soulandwitpodcast@gmail.com   Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com

Gift giving season is here and even though we think it’s just fine NOT to exchange gifts, consumable gifts are our first choice. They are easy to gift and don’t leave behind a bunch of clutter. From candy and candles, to miles and books, you’ll enjoy these thoughtful ideas for your neighbors, co-workers, team, friends and family, and other loves.   Favorite Things Bailey:  All My Rage Taylor Swift Midnights Album    Favorite Things Courtney: Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow Gabrielle Zevin Afternoon tonic I found here on tiktok.    SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! 31 DAYS OF GIFTS is open!   PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande, and Venti tiers.   Episode Notes and Resources:  Holiday Candy from Sugarfina  Uncommon Goods  Masterclass  Use the Code BEAUTIFULDETOUR to get 15% off on Equilibria   If you are interested in sponsoring an episode of Soul & Wit, contact us here: soulandwitpodcast@gmail.com   Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com

Tis the season! Courtney & Bailey bring you the Soul & Wit Holiday Extravaganza. This duo talk all about what to watch, eat, and read this holiday season. Consider this your guide to the best shows, books, and recipes to enjoy with your family.    Favorite Things Bailey:  New Olive and June Press-Ons Fresh Fruit from TJs (pears to red apples)   Favorite Things Courtney: StorytilesAmsterdam   SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! 31 DAYS OF GIFTS is open!   PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande, and Venti tiers.   Episode Notes and Resources:  Check out our other Holiday Extravaganza Episodes  The Holiday Extravaganza: Our Favorite Books and Movies (Ep. 48)  Holiday Extravaganza 2021 (Ep. 89)    Books: (not read) Meet Me Under the Mistletoe by Jenny Bayliss The Holiday Trap by Roan Parrish One Last Gift by Emily Stone A Merry Little Meet Cute by Julie Murphy and Sierra SimoneComfort & Joy by Kristin HannahChristmas in Paris by Anita Hughes   Books: (read) Always in December A Season for Second Chances Eight Perfect Hours In A Holidaze by Christina Lauren  One Day in December by Josie Silver Best Holiday Movies   RECIPES Eggnog snickerdoodles Chewy Chocolate Snowcaps Brit + Co Holiday Cookies (Grinch Linzer Cookies) Hot Buttered Rum Peanut Butter Blossom Christmas Toffee Thumbrint Cookies Pitzelles Meringue Pangobooks (buy and sell books with other readers)    If you are interested in sponsoring an episode of Soul & Wit, contact us here: soulandwitpodcast@gmail.com   Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com

In honor of the first week of November, Courtney & Bailey are sharing unexpected ways to give back. From giving away books and sending thank you notes, to doing more activities in your neighborhood, over-tipping, leaving positive reviews, and supporting locals, this episode is a reminder that a little goes a long way.   Favorite Things Bailey:  Orzo Pasta Salad Obsessed with how cute this blanket is   Favorite Things Courtney: Tranquility By Tuesday by Laura Vanderkam Fave Quote from book: Going to bed earlier is how grown-ups sleep in. – Laura Vanderkam   PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande, and Venti tiers.   Episode Notes and Resources:  Radical Street Librarian (IG: @storybookmaze)  Together Rising Organization  For your furry friends, you can find Pup Cups at Normal Ice Cream & Starbucks.  I want to thank you by Gina Hammadey  Random Acts of Joy and Kindness Episode    If you are interested in sponsoring an episode of Soul & Wit, contact us here: soulandwitpodcast@gmail.com   Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com

It’s Halloween!! Bailey has been waiting for this holiday to fall on a Monday for years so we could celebrate in real time on the podcast. This episode will help you enjoy this spooky day with her favorite recipes, books, movies, decorations, costumes, and activitiesl   Favorite Things Bailey:  Tomorrow, Tomorrow, Tomorrow Brita Filter that filters as you pour   Favorite Things Courtney: The It Girl by Ruth Ware  Romper Article: Folding Laundry is a scam   PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande, and Venti tiers.   Episode Notes and Resources:  Hocus Pocus Movie  Practical Magic Movie    TV Series with Best Clips from Halloween  Sabrina the Teenage Witch TV Series S1 Ep 5  Friends S8 Ep 6  Gilmore Girls S6 Ep 7  Boy Meets World S5 Ep 17  How I Met your Mother S1 Ep 6    Books  Verity by Colleen Hoover  The Wife Upstairs by Rachel Hawkings  Lock the Door by Vincent Ralph  Layla by Collen Hoover    If you are interested in sponsoring an episode of Soul & Wit, contact us here: soulandwitpodcast@gmail.com   Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com

Courtney & Bailey answer the best questions in this quarterly-ish listener Q & A.  From books, clothes, work boundaries to mother daughter relationships and burnout, this duo invites you to tune in, relax, laugh and grow with them.    Favorite Things Bailey:  Collapsible desk table  Dressing Caspian up in his different outfits.    Favorite Things Courtney: Oktoberfest at home   PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande, and Venti tiers.   Episode Notes and Resources:  Gilmore Girls Episode #130  (Favorite Bailey’s Episode on the podcast)  On Aging (A.K.A. Bailey’s Birthday Episode) #123 (Courtney’s Favorite Episode on the podcast)  The Happiness Lab Podcast with Dr. Laurie Santos (Burnout and how to Avoid It Episode)   If you are interested in sponsoring an episode of Soul & Wit, contact us here: soulandwitpodcast@gmail.com   Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com

Today we’re talking about how to deal with unsolicited advice. Whether you are the one who likes to give the advice or dreads receiving it, there is something for all of us to learn in this episode about how we tell each other what we think.   Favorite Things Bailey:  Loafers for fall Tomato Confit Recipe   Favorite Things Courtney: The fun feedback we’ve been getting on our Gilmore Girls Episode 31 Days of Gifts   PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande, and Venti tiers.   If you are interested in sponsoring an episode of Soul & Wit, contact us here: soulandwitpodcast@gmail.com   Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com

There are so many things Courtney and Bailey want to share with you so they made a whole episode, each sharing 10 kind of random but fun and interesting things. These fun finds and observations didn’t really fit in another episode so here they are!   PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande, and Venti tiers.   Episode Notes and Resources:  Meal Prep Book  Carly Riordan 10+ things  Bailey 10 things to share with you blog post Courtney 10 personal things to share with you blog post   Emma Straub article Rachel Crethar  Normal Ice Cream  Project 333   If you are interested in sponsoring an episode of Soul & Wit, contact us here: soulandwitpodcast@gmail.com   Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com

Even though the to-do list gets all the glory, we think the not to-do list may be even more important.. Courtney & Bailey share their lists to inspire you to create your own. Your not to-do lists will help you honor your boundaries and create space for all of your favorite things.   Favorite Things Bailey:  Book basket Euro coloring book   Favorite Things Courtney: Golden Coil Planner   PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande, and Venti tiers.   Episode Notes and Resources:  Social Media Scheduling App  Snacks that make you feel like you’re eating a wicker chair (TikTok Video)  Coco Floss    If you are interested in sponsoring an episode of Soul & Wit, contact us here: soulandwitpodcast@gmail.com   Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com

Yay! It’s fall. Even though we fall in love with every season, fall is at the top of our favorite season list. Get ready for an episode of all things fall. From food (of course), to books, music, decor, movies, and more, Courtney & Bailey welcome this season with joy and enthusiasm.   Favorite Things Bailey:  Ice Cube Trays The Hotel Nantucket   Favorite Things Courtney: A Short Guide To A Happy Life   PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande, and Venti tiers.   Episode Notes and Resources:  Pie Crust Recipe  Fantastic Fall (EP 85) Autumn Chill Playlist Autumn Grann Playlist    New Releases Verity- Hardcover comes out tomorrow It Starts With Us October 18th Carrie Soto Is Back Out now The Kiss Curse October 1 Our Missing Hearts October 1   Read and loved Ghosts  This Time Tomorrow The Midnight Library Midnight Sun Lock Every Door The Ex Hex Payback’s a Witch The Ninth House   If you are interested in sponsoring an episode of Soul & Wit, contact us here: soulandwitpodcast@gmail.com   Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com