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Jun 6, 2023 • 42min

True Crime, Therapy Thoughts of the Week, and Citizen's Arrest

OUR HOSTS: Corinne Foxx - @corinnefoxxNatalie McMillan - @nataliemcm and @shopnataliemcmillan What we're drinking: Our Signature Drinks: Seagram's Ginger Ale & Diet PepsiTOPIC: This week, we have about six thousand things to talk about! We share our thoughts on all the movies we’ve been watching and what true crime mini-series still has us asking questions. Natalie recommends her new therapy workbook while Corinne practices gratitude and Reiki therapy. Plus, we analyze all of the ways Taylor Swift’s life directly aligns with Corinne’s and our mutual distaste for a certain TikTok feature. In this episode, we discuss:A quick update on Natalie’s heathThe movies we’ve been watchingNatalie’s new therapy workbookThe culture of community and gratitude in America versus other countriesThe ways Taylor Swift’s life mirrors Corinne’sWhat is Reiki and why is Corinne getting her certification? The recent true crime content we’ve been consumingRESOURCES: Calling in "The One"END OF THE SHOW: Corinne and Natalie introduce Hottie of the Week: Halle Bailey DRINK RATING:Seagram's Ginger Ale = 8 / HalleDiet Pepsi = 8.5 / Halle WRAP UP:To wrap up the episode, we play Citizen’s Arrest. From daily crawfish boils to watching a grown man cry, Corinne can’t stand the weird stuff people do on TikTok LIVE. Natalie is fed up with parking in general, especially when the garage automatic pay station is broken, leading to angry honking cars behind her. We have a newsletter for our Am I community. You can sign up for the newsletter on our website: amidoingthisrightpod.comYou can email us for episode ideas or Solicited Advice: amidoingthisrightpod@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @amidoingthisrightpod Don't forget to rate and review the podcast! It really helps us grow!
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May 30, 2023 • 39min

Celebrity Sightings, Tummy Troubles & Would You Rather?

OUR HOSTS: Corinne Foxx - @corinnefoxxNatalie McMillan - @nataliemcm and @shopnataliemcmillan What we're drinking: Humm Probiotic Kombucha - Strawberry Blossom TOPIC: This week, we’re winging it again! We update you on our recent random celebrity sightings, including a familiar face in Natalie’s pilates class. Corinne unpacks her freezing trip to Alaska which sparks a discussion about the ethics of dog sledding and horse racing. We also share some of the supplements we’ve been using to combat the recent gloomy Los Angeles weather, and Corinne encourages us to take our tummy troubles seriously regardless of age. In this episode, we discuss:Our newest random celebrity sightings Corinne’s chilly trip to Alaska  The ethics of dog sledding and horse racing Our methods for dealing with the depressing Los Angeles weatherThe importance of monitoring your stomach problems Why do men take such long trips to the bathroom?END OF THE SHOW: Corinne and Natalie introduce Hottie of the Week: Pedro Pascal DRINK RATING:Humm Probiotic Kombucha - Strawberry Blossom = 8.5 / PedroWRAP UP:To wrap up the episode, we play Would You Rather? Natalie asks Corinne to choose between never traveling outside of the country again or never having access to the internet again. Corinne makes Natalie decide between being locked in a room for a week that’s overly bright or completely dark and has her pick between never eating Christmas cookies again or never eating Halloween candy again. We have a newsletter for our Am I community. You can sign up for the newsletter on our website: amidoingthisrightpod.comYou can email us for episode ideas or Solicited Advice: amidoingthisrightpod@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @amidoingthisrightpod Don't forget to rate and review the podcast! It really helps us grow!
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May 23, 2023 • 41min

Plant Parenthood: How to Take Care of Your Houseplants

OUR HOSTS: Corinne Foxx - @corinnefoxxNatalie McMillan - @nataliemcm and @shopnataliemcmillan What we're drinking: Guayakí Organic Yerba Mate - Lemon Elation TOPIC: The sun is out, and our houseplants are ready to soak it in! We'll be honest – we have a lot to learn when it comes to plant parenthood. Join us as we dive into the basics of houseplant care. We share pointers for monitoring your plant's watering schedule and determining its specific light and soil needs. We highlight some of the reasons your plants might be dying and how to identify the causes before it's too late. We also discuss the easiest and the most demanding plants to care for and some unconventional tricks and tips to use along your plant journey. Listen in for everything you need to know to flourish as a plant parent and keep your potted pals thriving. In this episode, we discuss:Quick houseplant factsThe basics of plant parenthoodSome reasons your plant babies may be dyingWays to identify what’s wrong with your plantWhat is root rot, and how do you fix it?  The easiest and hardest plants to take care ofAdvice for keeping your pets away from your plantsUnconventional tips and tricks to keep your plants thrivingRESOURCES: Episode 24: New Year, New Space: How To Use Feng Shui To Cleanse and Clear Your Home with Aurielle SayehEpisode 109: How To Maintain A Clean HomeEND OF THE SHOW: Corinne and Natalie introduce Hottie of the Week: The Love Fern from How to Lose a Guy in 10 DaysDRINK RATING:Guayakí Organic Yerba Mate - Lemon Elation = 9 / The Love FernWRAP UP:To wrap up the episode, we play Pop Off. We’re both fed up with non-stop calls from telemarketers and scammers, especially those robot voices that sound a bit too real. Luckily, we have some tips from our mothers for fighting back against the pesky scammers. We have a newsletter for our Am I community. You can sign up for the newsletter on our website: amidoingthisrightpod.comYou can email us for episode ideas or Solicited Advice: amidoingthisrightpod@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @amidoingthisrightpod Don't forget to rate and review the podcast! It really helps us grow!
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May 16, 2023 • 37min

How To Be A Bridesmaid

OUR HOSTS: Corinne Foxx - @corinnefoxxNatalie McMillan - @nataliemcm and @shopnataliemcmillan What we're drinking: Arizona Green Tea with Ginseng and HoneyTOPIC: With wedding season just around the corner, we’re here to unpack the world of being a bridesmaid! In this episode, we discuss the many duties you will face as a bridesmaid – from assisting in all stages of wedding planning to supporting the bride on the big day. We also highlight the unexpected financial responsibilities and mental expenses that accompany the role. Plus, we share our personal experiences participating in bridal parties and some fun ideas for going above and beyond your standard bridesmaid tasks. In this episode, we discuss:Corinne’s pre-engagement wedding planning The history of the bridal party tradition and the duties of the modern bridesmaid Specific responsibilities of the Maid of Honor The monetary and mental expenses that are tied to being a bridesmaid How to decline the offer to be a bridesmaid Advice for being the best bridesmaid you can beExtra things you can do to go above and beyond your typical obligations RESOURCES: Episode 99: How To Make Friends As An AdultEpisode 112: What To Do Before I Do: How To Get MarriedEND OF THE SHOW: Corinne and Natalie introduce Hottie of the Week: Kristen WiigDRINK RATING:Arizona Green Tea with Ginseng and Honey = 7.25 / KristenWRAP UP:To wrap up the episode, we play Fuck, Marry, Kill. Corinne stays on theme with terrible bachelorette party destinations and gives Natalie the choice between Vegas, Myrtle Beach, and Scottsdale. Natalie is feeling nostalgic and presents the challenge of ranking the classic Disney Channel shows: Lizzie McGuire, That’s So Raven, and Even Stevens. We have a newsletter for our Am I community. You can sign up for the newsletter on our website: amidoingthisrightpod.comYou can email us for episode ideas or Solicited Advice: amidoingthisrightpod@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @amidoingthisrightpod Don't forget to rate and review the podcast! It really helps us grow!
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May 9, 2023 • 59min

You Need To Calm Down: How To Regulate Your Nervous System with Trauma-Centered Relationship Coach Jessica Rector

OUR HOSTS: Corinne Foxx - @corinnefoxxNatalie McMillan - @nataliemcm and @shopnataliemcmillan What we're drinking: SkinTē: Collagen Sparkling Tea, White Tea Ginger FlavorMEET OUR GUEST: Jessica Rector - @iamjessicarector & @sacred_ships ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jessica Rector is a trauma-centered relationship coach who safely encourages her clients to dive into their deepest shadows in order to propel them into their newest chapters. Jessica’s practice is centered on emotional trauma as it relates to physical pain, and she uses plant medicines as a catalyst to bring her clients closer to their best selves. Jessica currently leads the Relationship Reboot: Journey Back to Self Course which focuses on building trust within yourself and your relationships through the lens of nervous system regulation.   TOPIC: In our conversation with Jessica, we discuss the human nervous system and its close connection with trauma and our relationships. Jessica highlights how trauma affects each of us differently and understanding how it manifests in ourselves is the first step to managing an unregulated nervous system. Plus, she breaks down Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn responses and shares her tips for checking in and getting more in-tune with our nervous system in order to effectively communicate our emotions and needs with our partners. In this episode, we discuss:What T/trauma is and how it shows up in our daily lives The nervous system as it relates to our trauma Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn responses The signs and symptoms of an unregulated nervous system Tips for expressing Emotional FloodingWays to check in with your nervous system and regulate itThe connection between our systems and our partnershipsHealing wounds in a group setting RESOURCES: Relationship Reboot: Journey Back to Self Course  END OF THE SHOW: Corinne and Natalie introduce Hottie of the Week: Scarlett JohanssonDRINK RATING:SkinTē: Collagen Sparkling Tea, White Tea Ginger Flavor = 5.5 / Scarlett WRAP UP:To wrap up the episode, we play the Bumble BFF Quiz. Corinne opens up about her recent journey in exploring her Nigerian heritage through traditions and recipes. Natalie confesses that despite holding her E.T. bag, When Harry Met Sally is her go-to comfort movie. We have a newsletter for our Am I community. You can sign up for the newsletter on our website: amidoingthisrightpod.comYou can email us for episode ideas or Solicited Advice: amidoingthisrightpod@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @amidoingthisrightpod Don't forget to rate and review the podcast! It really helps us grow!
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May 2, 2023 • 37min

Pros and Cons of Adulthood, Therapy Thoughts & Unpopular Opinions

OUR HOSTS: Corinne Foxx - @corinnefoxxNatalie McMillan - @nataliemcm and @shopnataliemcmillan What we're drinking: Swoon Pink Lemonade TOPIC: We’re diving into the highs and lows of adulting, revisiting a story from a past advice episode, and catching up on our latest therapy thoughts. Natalie also shares her advice for resetting after those tough days and an unpopular opinion on seasonal candy. Plus, Corinne opens up about her recent OCD diagnosis. In this episode, we discuss:Updates on a “Monster in Law” from a previous advice episode Corinne’s experience in her new meditation/workout classThe pros and cons of adulthoodThe self care benefits of regularly seeing an acupuncturist  Natalie’s tips for managing particularly rough days Coming to terms with a mental health diagnosis  END OF THE SHOW: Corinne and Natalie introduce Hottie of the Week: Keanu ReevesDRINK RATING:Swoon Pink Lemonade  = 2.5 / Keanu WRAP UP:To wrap up the episode, we play Unpopular Opinions. Natalie prefers colorful Easter candy to chocolate Halloween candy. Corinne reveals she can’t stand anything diet flavored, backed by her philosophy that “We’re all going to die anyways”.  We have a newsletter for our Am I community. You can sign up for the newsletter on our website: amidoingthisrightpod.comYou can email us for episode ideas or Solicited Advice: amidoingthisrightpod@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @amidoingthisrightpod Don't forget to rate and review the podcast! It really helps us grow!
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Apr 25, 2023 • 40min

Spring Clean Your Finances

OUR HOSTS: Corinne Foxx - @corinnefoxxNatalie McMillan - @nataliemcm and @shopnataliemcmillan What we're drinking: ROAR Organic Cucumber Watermelon TOPIC: Spring has sprung, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to tidy up your finances! From unwanted subscriptions to accrued credit card interest, we understand how easy it is to let financial clutter pile up throughout the year. With tax season now behind us, there's no better time to start spring cleaning your finances. In this episode, we dive into some tools for streamlining your accounts, making some extra cash, and saying goodbye to those sneaky unused subscriptions. Plus, we'll share our advice on how to spend your tax refund effectively so your budget feels fresh for the year ahead.In this episode, we discuss:Corinne’s brief violation of her True Crime DetoxFast facts about finances Ways to keep track and consolidate your various financial accountsTools for reviewing your budget and checking up on your credit reportsThe benefits of a financial advisorTips for decluttering your living space A simple exercise to manage your unused or unnecessary subscriptions Useful ways to use your tax refund Disney gangs and traumatic childhood theme park experiencesRESOURCES: Quickbooks Self EmployedEpisode 22. Investing 101: A Beginner's Guide To Earning $tacks on $tacksEpisode 25. Taxes 101: Everything You're Afraid To Ask Your Accountant with Enrolled Agent Corinne's MomEpisode 135. How to Protect Your Identity END OF THE SHOW: Corinne and Natalie introduce Hottie of the Week: Ben AffleckDRINK RATING:ROAR Organic Cucumber Watermelon  = 2 / Ben WRAP UP:To wrap up the episode, we play Snacks, Facts and Hacks. Corrine tries a new snack, Spudsy Sweet Potato Puffs, with a flavor that reminds her of chapstick, chalk and erasers while Natalie recommends adding Trader Joe’s Dill Flavored Potato chips to your favorite summer sandwich. Corrine shares her hack of scheduling emails, and a fact that leads Natalie to believe Daylight Savings is a scam. We end on Natalie’s morbid fact about a beloved DisneyLand ride. We have a newsletter for our Am I community. You can sign up for the newsletter on our website: amidoingthisrightpod.comYou can email us for episode ideas or Solicited Advice: amidoingthisrightpod@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @amidoingthisrightpod Don't forget to rate and review the podcast! It really helps us grow!
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Apr 18, 2023 • 40min

Meet Your Mind: How To Keep A Healthy Brain

OUR HOSTS: Corinne Foxx - @corinnefoxxNatalie McMillan - @nataliemcm and @shopnataliemcmillan What we're drinking: Limited Edition Transformation Flavored “Coca-Cola Move” by RosalíaTOPIC: Did you know the average adult human brain weighs three pounds and has a texture like a firm jelly? Or that your brain isn’t fully formed until age 25? That’s why Corinne’s therapist told her not to get married until she was 27. No matter your age, we know how important your brain health is. We want to introduce you to the inner workings of your mind and share the best ways to keep your brain happy and healthy! In this episode, we unpack all things brain, including the basic functions, degenerative conditions, methods of self-healing, and Corinne’s personal experience with brain training through neurofeedback.  In this episode, we discuss:Corinne’s experience tracking and training her brain waves through neurotherapy. Quick facts about your brain The basic functioning of the brain in simple terms A breakdown of the regions and lobes of the brain How the brain heals itself when it has some damage Tools to keep your brain in tip-top shape RESOURCES: Episode 75. Healthy Habits To Keep It 100Episode 87. Aging Joyfully: How To Embrace Getting OlderEpisode 98. Blue Zones: How To Live To 100END OF THE SHOW: Corinne and Natalie introduce Hottie of the Week: Jonah HillDRINK RATING:Limited Edition Transformation Flavored “Coca-Cola Move” by Rosalía = 6.5 / JonahWRAP UP:To wrap up the episode, we play Citizen’s Arrest. Corinne’s day is immediately ruined when she witnesses someone flipping someone else off, and Natalie is ready for the Oppenheimer movie to finally release so she doesn’t have to see the gigantic countdown billboard at the Century City Mall. We also discover a similar distaste towards doorless showers. We have a newsletter for our Am I community. You can sign up for the newsletter on our website: amidoingthisrightpod.comYou can email us for episode ideas or Solicited Advice: amidoingthisrightpod@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @amidoingthisrightpod Don't forget to rate and review the podcast! It really helps us grow!
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Apr 11, 2023 • 57min

Role Reversal: How To Take Care of Your Parents with Bailey Kitchen

OUR HOSTS: Corinne Foxx - @corinnefoxxNatalie McMillan - @nataliemcm and @shopnataliemcmillan What we're drinking: De Soi - Golden Hour MEET OUR GUEST: Bailey Kitchen - @baileyrosek and Bailey's GoFundMe ABOUT OUR GUEST: Bailey Kitchen is a caregiver for both of her parents who suffer from severe brain damage and problems with memory loss. You can learn more about her experience as a caretaker on TikTok where she has over half a million followers.TOPIC: Nearly 30% of Americans care for disabled, chronically ill, or elderly family members, but they’re often the undersung heroes of our society. Bailey joins us on this episode to talk about her journey to becoming a full-time caregiver for her parents, the legal processes involved in becoming a caregiver, and advice for how we can best prepare for our aging loved ones. She also shares her thoughts on assisted living facilities and gives us insight into what a day in her life looks like. In this episode, we discuss:The series of events that led Bailey to becoming a full-time caretaker What a Power of Attorney authorization is and why it’s helpful for caretakers Navigating the complicated process of receiving payment as a full-time caretaker The non-negotiables in Bailey’s morning routine How Bailey continues to learn how to support someone with dementia Advice to anyone who is just getting started with being a caregiver END OF THE SHOW: Corinne and Natalie introduce Hottie of the Week: Seth RoganDRINK RATING:De Soi - Golden Hour  = 6 / SethWRAP UP:To wrap up the episode, we play the BFF Quiz. We talk about our preferences between day and night, what time of day our personalities are, and how our perspectives on life have changed over the past few years. We have a newsletter for our Am I community. You can sign up for the newsletter on our website: amidoingthisrightpod.comYou can email us for episode ideas or Solicited Advice: amidoingthisrightpod@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @amidoingthisrightpod Don't forget to rate and review the podcast! It really helps us grow!
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Apr 4, 2023 • 39min

How To Sleep Better

OUR HOSTS: Corinne Foxx - @corinnefoxxNatalie McMillan - @nataliemcm and @shopnataliemcmillan What we're drinking: Calypso Southern Peach Lemonade  TOPIC: If sleep is essential to every process in the body, why is it so hard to fall (and stay) asleep? In this episode, we get into popular theories of why humans sleep, the different phases of the REM cycle, and top tips to wake up feeling refreshed and well-rested. This one is for all our insomnia girlies, so listen in if you’re looking for tangible ways to improve your sleep! In this episode, we discuss:How much sleep we need at different stages of life The short and long term effects of sleep deprivation The most important REM cycle stage What the circadian rhythm is and how to hack it Science-backed advice for falling asleep earlier and faster What to do if you’re always tired when you wake up Why it’s so important to maintain a consistent sleep scheduleRESOURCES: Episode 52. Nighttime Routines END OF THE SHOW: Corinne and Natalie introduce Hottie of the Week: Elle Fanning DRINK RATING:Calypso Southern Peach Lemonade = 4 / ElleWRAP UP:To wrap up the episode, we play Recent Obsessions. Corinne discovered Married at First Sight and has fully gone down the MAFS rabbit hole. Meanwhile, Natalie can’t get enough of the videos where Ben Affleck flexes his Spanish-speaking skills. We have a newsletter for our Am I community. You can sign up for the newsletter on our website: amidoingthisrightpod.comYou can email us for episode ideas or Solicited Advice: amidoingthisrightpod@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @amidoingthisrightpod Don't forget to rate and review the podcast! It really helps us grow!

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