Best of Both Worlds Podcast

After a full episode that was pretty negative recently (Compare & Despair, #207), Laura and Sarah decided to bring some positivity to the mix with an episode filled with (mostly little) things they are grateful for an appreciate in life, from subscription skincare boxes to summer footwear to things found in nature. In the Q&A, they answer a frequently asked question about the right amount of childcare backup coverage when there are two inflexible careers in play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Allison Daminger is a PhD candidate in sociology and social policy at Harvard, and in this fascinating episode she shares her insights and research findings she's had so far while studying this hot topic. Before her interview segment, Laura and Sarah do a back and forth exchange about which tasks go to which parent in each household. In the Q&A, a listener writes in about her difficulties keeping a consistent childcare provider. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode begins with a discussion about screen time -- different policies for different ages, stages, and personalities. Then, Sarah interviews Emily Oster (a rare repeat interview guest!) about decision-making. They chat about COVID, risk, family decisions, math, and Emily's new book, The Family Firm. In the Q&A, a listener writes in wondering if she can do anything to bring more peace and enjoyment to mornings with a toddler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode inspired by a recent blog post of Sarah's, Sarah and Laura have a candid discussion about comparisons: where the urge to compare comes from, how it makes each of them feel, their own "compare & despair" triggers, and ways to combat these feelings. In the Q&A, a listener writes in about dealing with unexpected extra demands at work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Laura are very excited to have Rachel Rodgers on today's episode. Rachel Rodgers is an author and CEO of Hello Seven, a company dedicating to helping marginalized populations build wealth. In the conversation, Laura and Rachel discuss entrepreneurship, the way the concept of wealth is regarded in women especially, and much more. In the Q&A, a listener with a recent promotion writes in asking about how to learn to be more assertive in her new leadership role. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the intro, Laura and Sarah discuss their current engagement in community activism and giving. Then, Kathleen joins Laura to discuss how she has found success in her career as well as joy in giving back to those in need. In the Q&A, Laura and Sarah answer an audio question about managing kids' clothing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this fun and conversational graduation-themed episode, Sarah and Laura first think back to their own graduation experiences. Which were the most memorable? Then, Sarah and Laura delve into tips they would love to impact on their former selves at each of their own graduation milestones! Finally, in the Q&A, the hosts discuss an increasingly common new dilemma: how to handle upcoming shifts for some back into the in-person workplace? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode opens with a discussion of Laura's recent planner matchmaking adventures after doing a guest spot on Sarah's planning podcast, Best Laid Plans. Then, Sarah and Laura review their midyear goals.What has been accomplished, and what needs to leave the list entirely? Both discuss areas of work, family, and personal goals. Finally, they answer a listener's question about using a summer flex hour option vs regular old paid leave. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura and Sarah open this episode by talking about taking time off and breaks in general, and why it is so important to think about proactively. Then, Dr. Joan Dunlop, a pediatric allergist/immunologist at Johns Hopkins, joins Sarah to tell her story about taking time out of the workforce and looking beyond the traditional medical career path.Her journey went outside the 'usual' but in it she was able to find a way that truly worked for her personal and career goals. She also shares some insight into how she makes things work today. Finally, this episode closes with a great success story from a listener! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Laura and Sarah share a more intimate look at their highest and lowest parenting moments. Each of them discuss moments of pride . . . and those moments that are almost exactly the opposite. Finally, they end on a positive note, feedback-sandwich style: positive things they have noticed about each kid that make them feel happy and warm inside (yes, all 8 of them!). In the Q&A, they address a listener's question about how to categorize and think about an unpaid side venture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.