Soul and Wit

Tessa Arneson is the founder of the Maven District, a neighborhood of more than 70 businesses on 900 South and 200 East in SLC that encompasses 100% locally owned shops, food, wellness, creative services and startups that also happen to be 75% female founded.    She is an entrepreneur, angel investor and real estate developer who builds community driven and attainable spaces for underserved founders. She is a wellness and self growth junkie who has been in the healing world for a decade in her work at her fitness studio Maven Strong. Tessa is a self proclaimed empath who feels all the feels and is recovering from a traumatic brain injury that’s taught her a lot.    She feels very fortunate to be working in her purpose, which is to help women lead brave and intentional lives.    Tune in to hear some of Tessa’s favorites and a great conversation.   PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande, and Venti tiers.   Episode Notes and Resources:  Maven District in Salt Lake City  The Juice Shop    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

SPOILER ALERT or maybe not depending on if you ask Bailey or Courtney. Either way, don’t listen to this episode yet if you are watching Gilmore Girls for the very first time. Also, why did you wait so long?! In today’s episode we are sharing our favorite Gilmore Girls seasons, episodes and characters. We also do a deep dive on the dating lives of our favorite leading ladies.  If you’re a Gilmore Girl fan, tell us! Share your favorite character that isn’t Lorelai or Rory, your favorite episodes, lessons you have learned from the show, or scenes that made you laugh and/or cry. We would love to hear from you.    Favorite Things Bailey:  Flowers from Trader Joes Conversations With Friends   Favorite Things Courtney: The Unsinkable Greta James The Walking Pad   PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande, and Venti tiers.   Episode Notes and Resources:  Some of our favorite Gilmore Girls Episodes: Season 1 Ep. 4 The Deer Hunters Season 5 Ep. 7 You Jump, I Jump Jack Season 5 Ep. 13 Wedding Bell Blues Season 3 Ep. 9 A Deep Fried Korean Thanksgiving Season 5 Ep. 11 Women of Questionable Morals Season 6 Ep. 13 Friday Night’s Alright for Fighting Season 7 Ep. 22 Bon Voyage   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 August! Everyone is going back to school, and Courtney & Bailey are sharing some of the new things they are learning. From quantum mechanics to writing a novel, video editing and more, this duo shares what they are excited to learn the rest of the year while reminiscing about the good old days of going to school.    Favorite Things Bailey:  Jewelry Box (not just for kids) American Girl Podcast   Favorite Things Courtney: At-home facial/spa session   PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande, and Venti tiers.   Episode Notes and Resources:  Save the Cat! Writes a Novel by Jessica Brody  Pango Books  Books are Magic Bookstore  12-Week Year   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

How do you feel about your Inbox, email and other online communication? Too much?. Even though it may seem impossible to keep up with it all, there are a few tricks and tips to feel at ease when it comes to your inbox. In this episode, Courtney & Bailey share their experience managing their inboxes and how their approach to avoid overwhelm and stress.    Favorite Things Bailey:  Stanley Cup Jolie Filtered Showerhead   Favorite Things Courtney: Gaby’s Latin American KitchenMudwtr   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

Join us for a “Favorites” conversation with Christine Platt. Christine Platt is an author and advocate who believes in harnessing the power of storytelling as a tool for social change. Christine’s most recent book: The Afrominimalist’s Guide To Living With Less is a radical re-envisioning of minimalism as a sustainable lifestyle that encourages authenticity over aesthetics. The resource for anyone seeking to discover the truth behind their over-consumption as well as how to let go of what no longer serves us, The Afrominimalist’s guide to living with less encourages us to be intentional mindful consumers so our lives are built with only things we need, use, and love.   In this episode, we talk about plants and what they teach us about life, being an empty nester, the concept of time and discovering who you are, how to live with intention, and so much more.    To discover more about Christine Platt, visit: https://www.christineplatt.com/   PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande and Venti tiers.   Episode Notes and Resources:  The Afrominimalist’s Guide To Living With Less    Project 333 by Courtney Carver    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 we enjoy simplicity, it doesn’t mean that we don’t want to buy things sometimes. If you are questioning your shopping and spending habits,, this episode is for you. Inspired by the Simplicity Space Members challenge, Courtney & Bailey share their best tips on how to create your own shopping ban or spending freeze. Plus, Courtney shares all the things she wished she thought about purchasing during her No Buy July.   Favorite Things Bailey:  The Milwaukee Public Library on TikTok Lessons in Chemistry   Favorite Things Courtney: Podcast episode with Dax Shepard and Brene Brown All the tomatoes   PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande and Venti tiers.   Episode Notes and Resources:  Love and Olive Oil Recipes    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 gardening, traveling and bucket lists, to dealing with too much, waking up early, feeling less rushed, and so much more, this duo share their experiences, their plans for their future, and how they integrate simplicity and joy into their lives with small actions.    Favorite Things Bailey:  My Water Bottle 12-week/year Notion Template   Favorite Things Courtney: Petal Coop flower delivery! Funny You Should Ask   PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande and Venti tiers.   Episode Notes and Resources:  Notion blog post Jess Lively Podcast  Mayflower Inn Find your Unicorn Space by Eve Rodsky  What should I do with my life? by Pro Bronson  Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert  The Real Real (to buy and sell designer clothes)  Pango Books (to buy and sell books)  IG: Deeper than money    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

Join us for a “favorites” conversation with Camille Styles. Camille is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of leading lifestyle digital publication Camille Styles. An influential go-to resource for elevating everyday experiences, Camille Styles is the definitive guide to simplifying life without compromising style. The online publication covers food, design, gatherings, wellness and beauty, connecting with its audience that reaches 50 million impressions each month across the website and social media channels.   Camille lives with her husband Adam and their two children in Austin, Texas, and are currently renovating a 1950s beach house in Malibu, California.   To discover more, visit https://camillestyles.com/.    PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande and Venti tiers.   Episode Notes and Resources:  Slow Roasted Tomato & Ricotta Recipe Red Ash (Austin, TX)  Home Slice Pizza (South Congress, TX)  City Guide: La Jolla, California (Ep. 111)   Book: A Short Guide to a Happy Life by Anna Quindlen  Book: Six Seasons by Joshua McFadden    Journaling Prompts: “How do I want to feel today?” “What was the highlight of the week or the day?”    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

Happy Birthday, Bailey! In this special episode, Courtney & Bailey share their different perspectives on aging. What was the perspective of Courtney when she was Bailey’s age? How does Bailey envision or see herself in her 30’s? This duo discusses the benefits, insecurities, and the experiences of aging & encourages every listener to become optimistic about getting older.    Favorite Things Bailey:  Pill organizer for travel  Dae Shampoo and conditioner    Favorite Things Courtney: The Simplicity Space and Stress Less Challenge   PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande and Venti tiers.   Episode Notes and Resources:  Bailey’s Birthday wish is for everyone who is listening to leave a kind review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. .    Find you Unicorn Space by Eve Rodsky  Let’s End Ageism by Ashton Applewhite    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

The Soul & Wit Podcast loves to recommend good books and support amazing authors! This time, Courtney & Bailey share books they have been reading or listening to this year (fiction or nonfiction). From books that will make you cry in the first chapter, to bittersweet rom coms, this episode is for anyone who wants to read more this year.    Favorite Things Bailey:  Crop top from target Pango Books   Favorite Things Courtney: ManhattanhengeChaCha Matcha   PATREON:Support us on Patreon! Check out our Tall, Grande and Venti tiers.   Episode Notes and Resources:  Our Top Ten Books from 2021  Book Club: Literaly League    Fiction:  Nightbitch by Rachel Yoder  Book Lovers by Emily Henry  One Italian Summer by Rebbeca Serle  The Ex-Boyfriend Yard Sale by Haley McGee  Float Plan by Trish Doller  True Biz by Sara Novic   Good Rich People by Eliza Jane Brazier  The Roughest Draft by Emily Wibberley & Austin Siegemund- Broka Distant Shores by Kristin Hannah  Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson  The Jetsetters by Amanda Eyre Ward  Funny You Should Ask by Elissa Sussman    Nonfiction:  Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman  Quiet by Susan Cain Bittersweet by Susan Cain   To Read:  All the Things We Don’t Talk About by Amy Feltman  Every Summer After by Carly Fortune  A Hundred Other Girls by Iman Hariri-Kia    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