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You’re in a cult! You’re in a cult! We’re allll in a cult! Amanda Montell, host of Sounds Like A Cult and all-around smartest person, joins the Aunties this week. She talks about her new book “The Age of Magical Overthinking,” and dives into why we add more things into our life when the solution is to pare down (the call is coming inside the house!) But that won’t stop Amanda – or the Aunties – from collecting things that just scratch that itch. Like lemon bells, LED candlesticks and bike figurines that remind her of Amsterdam. To quote Taylor Swift: “I got a blank space, baby…” and I’ll fill it with knick knacks. We want to hear from you! Drop us a message on Speakpipe. Subscribe to the Add to Cart newsletter for juicy extras. Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.  To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below.  Amanda is obsessed with everything from Rifle Paper Co. She pretends to be an 18th century widow looking for her cat with this Graypants Wick Brass Amanda cannot with these Utilikits (Utility Kilts) She is a card-carrying member of the Huntington Gardens  Pick up “The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality” wherever you get fine, fine books Listen to Ku and Su talk about Stanley Cups on Sounds Like A Cult Love Amanda? Check out her episode on The Cult of Toxic Relationships  Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.  Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author and playwright Susan Lieu joins the pod this week to create a trifecta of Asian Auntie shenanigans. She talks about writing her first memoir, “The Manicurist’s Daughter,” which chronicles her search for answers after losing her mother to a botched tummy tuck. It’s an emotionally raw conversation that will leave you hopeful that generational healing is just as real as the trauma. Then, the Aunties dive into her cart, which is truly an ode to Costco and its generous return policy. Susan also shares her solution to inflating matcha latte prices.  Lemonada has teamed up with Apple Books to bring you the Lemonada Book Club. “The Manicurist’s Daughter” by Susan Lieu is our audiobook of the month! Listen here. We want to hear from you! Drop us a message on Speakpipe. Subscribe to the Add to Cart newsletter for juicy extras. Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.  To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below.  The Moët & Chandon Champagne is the good stuff   Susan is swapping out her Airpods for the Beats Studio Buds She’s sleeping on flights with the Amazon napfun neck pillow Costco Next is Ku’s secret to getting cheaper Korean skincare This Clevr Matcha Superlatte is Oprah, Meghan Markle and Susan Lieu approved Satisfy your sweet tooth with treats from Socola Chocolatier, founded by Susan and her sister Wendy Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.  Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don’t turn the channel, SuChin is back on her VJ game to interview the one and only Lamar Woods about his new album. The Aunties and Lamar break down what it means to be a Highly Sensitive Person. HSP POV: You’re living up that rapper life with quality tequila and Prada shopping trips, but ice cubes hurt your teeth and weed dispensaries are stressing you out.  We want to hear from you! Drop us a message on Speakpipe. Subscribe to the Add to Cart newsletter for juicy extras. Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.  To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below.  Stream Highly Sensitive Person by Lamar Woods!! Love Lamar? Check out XOXO Gossip Kings  The Dilly Co knows pickleball is for everyone. They’re offering our listeners 15% off your order. Just visit The Dilly Co. com and use code ADDTOCART15.  Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.  Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the pod, the Aunties debrief about their IRL hang – with white husbands in tow – in Santa Barbara. They spill some serious tea, including the time they both got dumped by the husbands in question (when they weren’t yet husbands). Then, they’re joined by Liam Gareau, host of the pop culture podcast “Tell Me Everything.” It’s unhinged shower routines part 3, as Liam walks us through how he uses his $12 bar of soap and growing Aesop collection.  Need skincare recs, boyfriend advice, or anything in between? Ask the Aunties anything! Drop us a message on Speakpipe. Subscribe to the Add to Cart newsletter for juicy extras. Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.  To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below.  Ku wore these gorgeous Franco Sarto boots in Santa Barbara  Ku and Liam are adding to queue the series “One Day” Liam’s $12 Formulary 55 soap bar in Aloe Leaf & Mint is the star of the show  Once he opens up his pores, it’s time for a dab of Aesop’s Primrose Facial Hydrating  Then he spritzes Aesop’s Eeaux de Parfum  Love Liam? Check out Tell Me Everything Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.  Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even though Laurie Kilmartin is on the road, she’s sharing the ways she can still do some home cooking in a Hampton hotel. That is, if you count store-bought ramen and banana smoothies, which we do. Plus, Laurie shares how she recorded her new one-hour special with a wrinkly blouse, and what she’s doing to make sure it doesn’t happen again.  We want to hear from you! Drop us a message on Speakpipe. Subscribe to the Add to Cart newsletter for juicy extras. Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.  To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below.  Pet lovers, you need to check out Dutch for online vet care and prescriptions, whenever you need it. Visit www.dutch.com/addtocart for $40 off any annual membership. Laurie is cooking on the road with the Ninja Portable Blender and collapsible electric kettle She’s getting her red light in with the Omnilux Contour Face  Su travels with the Miss Mouth's Messy Eater Stain Treater Spray Watch Laurie’s new special, Cis Woke Grief Sl*t on AppleTV, Amazon Prime and YouTube Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.  Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Aunties are celebrating Women’s History Month by adding to cart new-to-us women-owned brands. And these brands are delivering on all of the Aunties’ hopes and dreams. Ku is stocking up on the most precious baby clothes to fill Eme’s closet. Meanwhile, Su is entering a new stage of her life: clown/menopausal dressing. We’re talking oversized everything, bright patterns and the thickest fleece socks around for cold flashes. Oh yeah, that’s a thing.  We want to hear from you! Drop us a message on Speakpipe. Subscribe to the Add to Cart newsletter for juicy extras. Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.  To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below.  Sponsored by Discover®. No matter who you are, you’ll feel special with Discover. Learn more at Discover.com/creditcard. Su is firmly in her clown era, starting with this oversized Cliff Denim Hoodie from The Frankie Shop  She’s pairing it with the Everlane The Way High Curve Jean for that horseshoe/barrel jean look Lean harder into the horseshoe look with the Free People Good Luck Mid-Rise Barrel Jeans Shop your heart out with this NBC list of over 250 women-owned brands Eme is graduating from the footie onesies with this Hello Kitty x Posh Peanut PJ Set And the Tulle Knee High Socks are the cutest cherry on top  Ku and Eme are having a matching Mommy and Me moment  Su is supporting her adrenals with Navitas Organics Camu Camu Powder She’s loving Midi Health, a virtual clinic which focuses solely on perimenopause and menopause  Womaness’ The Works body cream is a gamechanger for perpetually dry skin  Ku has a full cart from Sammy + Nat, including the Amie Ruffle Tank, Cece Ruffle Short, monogrammed Natalie Dress, Darcy Pocket Tee and Bari Bike Short The Verloop socks are like a fleece coat on your feet  Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.  Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re officially kicking off Auntie’s Book Club with the queen of endorphin dressing herself, Tabitha Brown. Tabitha shares all the new things she tried, and learned, through writing her latest book “I Did a New Thing: 30 Days to Living Free.” That includes four little words that are blowing Ku and Su’s minds. Then, SuChin and Tabitha add to cart talking about a transformation that’s come knocking on their doors.  Lemonada has teamed up with Apple Books to bring you the Lemonada Book Club. “I Did a New Thing: 30 Days to Living Free” by Tabitha Brown is our audiobook of the month! Listen here. We want to hear from you! Drop us a message on Speakpipe. Subscribe to the Add to Cart newsletter for juicy extras. Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.  To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below.  Get Tabitha’s latest book wherever books are sold (or try the audiobook version!) Tabitha’s has something to say about Perry, her unexpected visitor  Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.  Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsors  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SuChin’s dream guests have finally landed on the pod. The Aunties are joined by Lindsey Weber and Bobby Finger of Who? Weekly. They have carts that are all about the journey rather than the destination. Lindsey shares why it’s embarrassing to have a smartwatch die in public. Bobby is coveting a gold spoon that is perpetually out of stock. And Su talks about how she loosens “tight” bubbles in sparkling drinks.  We want to hear from you! Drop us a message on Speakpipe. Subscribe to the Add to Cart newsletter for juicy extras. Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.  To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below.  Lindsey is keeping the nose wet with the Luca V-Defense Nasal Spray The Xlear Nasal Spray is Bobby and SuChin’s fave The Ruby Sparkling Hibiscus in Berry Cherry is delicious  Su suggests the brand Breda for Lindsey’s watch journey  The Now Serving Gestura 01 Kitchen Spoon cradles the liquid  The Superfeet All-Purpose Cushion insoles are very nice on Bobby’s knees  The Saphir Renovateur leather conditioner is keeping Bobby’s fancy bag nice and moisturized  Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.  Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsors  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During this season of love, we’re showering our Galentines with presents the Lauren Lapkus way. Whether your bestie is on the go or unwinding at home, there’s something in Lauren’s cart for her. Plus, the Aunties and Lauren share their takes on the infamous Stanley Cups, how much talking is too much at Trader Joe’s, and beta blockers. This is what true female friendships are made of.  We want to hear from you! Drop us a message on Speakpipe. Subscribe to the Add to Cart newsletter for juicy extras. Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.  To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below.  This Uniqlo shoulder bag comes in the cutest colors (and it’s only 20 bucks!) The Clare V. coin purse is perfect for all your miscellaneous gift cards Ku got the iconic Grande Fanny from Clare V. for Christmas  Lauren recommends this and this style of gorgeous candle warmers The Casaluna Mattress Pad makes Lauren’s bed heavenly  Shoutout to Peacock for The Traitors, Lauren’s latest must-watch Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.  Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Though it’s only February, 2024 has bequeathed a lot upon the aunties already. Kulap shares a spooky Christmas Eve tale with Su, which results in her learning a very important lesson about limits and self-care. Meanwhile, Su is worshiping at the altar of a new king. Not only is he super handsome, he’s been sharing important messages about Asian American identity. And that’s even hotter. PS, friendly reminder that, while we may seem like we know what we’re talking about, we’re of course not doctors!  We want to hear from you! Drop us a message on Speakpipe. Subscribe to the Add to Cart newsletter for juicy extras. Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.  To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below.  Ku is listening to (and freaked out by) the podcast “Otherworld” Add some swag to Lunar New Year with Ronny Chieng’s red envelopes  Charles Melton’s Critic’s Choice Awards speech moved Su to tears He also wrote this incredible Variety op-ed  Add to Queue: May December (starring Charles Melton) and Past Lives He’s the face of Good Light’s new Taste of Space Lip Milk  The Parents Are Human card game aims to help children of immigrants connect with their parents Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.  Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.