Sisters Like Us

Sisters Like Us

By: Laken Edwards & Ally Alford

Language: en

Categories: Society, Culture, Arts, Fashion, Beauty

Two sisters, nine years apart, and quite the story to share. Welcome to the Sisters Like Us podcast! A podcast where we spill all the wine! We dive into what it's like to be sisters in two different generations and talk (a lot) about our everyday lives. Both of us living in Chicago, living two different lives, there are endless things to share. Grab a glass (or a bottle) and sip, listen, laugh & enjoy a podcast you do not want to miss! Let's DRINK about it

Episodes

LET'S DRINK ABOUT WHAT WE ARE LEAVING BEHIND IN 2025 | EPSIODE 73
Jan 09, 2026

We are so happy to be back!!! This week's episode is a lot of catch up including how the rest of 2025 went and what we are leaving behind. We, of course, catch up on all things entertainment including A LOT from Ally about a popular new show!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: Water and coffee

πŸ“ Things We Mentioned:

Silky Toes: https://silkytoes.com/collections/mixed-boxes?sca_ref=10333513.A52gkf3aVld

Discount Code: CLOUD9EVENTS25%

Brick: Get $10 OFF!! https://www.ge...

Duration: 00:58:01
LET'S DRINK ABOUT BOOK UPDATES AND HOME DECOR
Oct 10, 2025

Ok, the currently section is back. We narrowed it down to what we think are the 5 most helpful categories for now! We share a lot of random stuff we are trying (or hoping to try) and some things are definitely loving. We talk about updates on Ally's book, of course Dancing with the Stars, and answer a great question from one of you about home decor!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: Water :)

⏱ Episode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Just kidding, it's back

01:44 β†’ Using / loving

05:24 β†’ Not drinking

06:25...

Duration: 00:50:20
LET'S DRINK ABOUT BOOKS, FALL PLANS, AND WORK ADVICE
Oct 03, 2025

This episode has a lottttt on Dancing with the Stars! Are you surprised??? We are excited to dig deep into the new season, who we would want to be paired with, and which weeks are looking forward to. We also talk a lot about other TV shows - some new ones and some that are returning in the fall. We wrap it up with a few questions from you about our fall plans and advice on a situation at work!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week:

Water :)

⏱ Episo...

Duration: 00:50:28
LET'S DRINK ABOUT NEW MUSIC AND THE END OF SUMMER
Sep 19, 2025

We are excited to be back in our regular seats chatting with your about all things media, current events, and life in general!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: Water & Diet Coke

⏱ Episode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Ally's busy season

03:48 β†’ Vegas baby!

05:42 β†’ Pregnancy update

08:43 β†’ Taylor Swift

11:08 β†’ Sabrina

16:48 β†’ Ally's new show

22:19 β†’ DWTS Cast

35:11 β†’ Halloween

39:09 β†’ Summer

🍷Spill the wine!

Do you have a question, need advice, or a topic you want us to dig d...

Duration: 00:43:20
LET'S DRINK ABOUT BEING ABLE TO RECORD LIVE!
Aug 18, 2025

WE ARE BACK! And with a fun surprise to kick off this episode! This was the episode we recorded LIVE with friends in the audience on 8/9. IT WAS SO FUN to be able to interact live and chat!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: Cosmo's from Costco

πŸ“ Things We Mentioned:

Laken's Book: https://amzn.to/472s9Qg

Ally's Book: https://amzn.to/3Uv27h4

Laken's Shorts: https://amzn.to/41c8utv

Ally's Cookbook: https://amzn.to/41bNRxu

<...

Duration: 01:04:26
LET'S DRINK ABOUT MEAL PLANNING AND WEDDING TRENDS
Jul 22, 2025

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week:

WATER

⏱ Episode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Weekend Recap

13:13 β†’ Ally's Junk Journal

16:18 β†’ Reading

17:57 β†’ DWTS

23:36 β†’ Watching

25:08 β†’ Using

25:56 β†’ Eating

31:30 β†’ Jeff Bezos Wedding

33:32 β†’ Wedding Trends

🍷Spill the wine! Do you have a question, need advice, or a topic you want us to dig deeper in? Share your thoughts here:

πŸ“± Connect with us!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sisterslikeuspod/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCQSBjr-YatnyQdFw8bUp3tQ

Duration: 00:42:13
LET'S DRINK ABOUT A WEIRD MOVIE AND CONCERT TICKETS
Jul 06, 2025

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: Long Drink

πŸ“ Things We Mentioned: Come hang out with us!

⏱ Episode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Long Drink

03:10 β†’ Watching

12:55 β†’ Reading

17:13 β†’ Using...nothing.

17:24 β†’ Buying

22:22 β†’ Eating

26:16 β†’ Boat day

35:24 β†’ Guests...?

🍷Spill the wine! Do you have a question, need advice, or a topic you want us to dig deeper in? Share your thoughts here:

πŸ“± Connect with us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sisterslikeuspod/ TikTok: http...

Duration: 00:39:19
LET'S DRINK ABOUT FATHER'S DAY AND SUMMER PLANS
Jun 27, 2025

Hi! The heat was definitely dragging us down a little in this episode, but we chatted about TV (as usual), Father's Day, and our summer plans. Which includes HANGING OUT WITH YOU! Make sure you let us know if you can join us on August 9th!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: Costco Rose

πŸ“ Things We Mentioned:

Come hang out with us!

More than a body: https://amzn.to/3Gf8m4V

Trader Joe's Cookbook: https://amzn.to/44rqKRo

⏱...

Duration: 00:40:11
LET'S DRINK ABOUT THE WEDDING & NEW TV SHOWS
Jun 20, 2025

Hi! This episode has lotsss of debriefing on our brother's wedding - YAY NEW SISTER! We also have doubles on some of the categories since we took a week off from recording!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week:

Rose: https://bit.ly/43MDiCJ

⏱ Episode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Do we remember how to do this?

01:09 β†’ Wine

02:17 β†’ WEDDING

27:58 β†’ Watching

42:00 β†’ Reading

45:00 β†’ Using

48:06 β†’ Buying

50:49 β†’ Eating

53:40 β†’ Random things

🍷Spill the wine!

Do...

Duration: 01:00:13
LET’S DRINK ABOUT BIRTHDAY RECAP & REPEAT TOPICS
Jun 06, 2025

Hi! We recorded this episode before we went out so we are readdddy! We recap Ally's birthday and of course go on lots of random tangents!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week:

Old Fashioneds

⏱ Episode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Going outtttt

05:12 β†’ Birthday Recap

11:05 β†’ Reading

15:02 β†’ Watching

19:54 β†’ Buying

22:19 β†’ Using

29:36 β†’ Pondering...

34:05 β†’ Almost wedding week!

πŸ“± Connect with us!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sisterslikeuspod/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCQSBjr-YatnyQdFw8b...

Duration: 00:37:15
LET’S DRINK ABOUT PASSIONATE TV THOUGHTS & AGING
May 31, 2025

Hi! We recorded this episode on Ally's birthday! We talk a lot about TV thoughts, books, and of course, getting older!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: https://bigflavorstinykitchen.com/watermelon-sugar-high-tequila-cocktail/

⏱ Episode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Watermelon Mint Margs

02:17 β†’ SLOMW

06:19 β†’ Ally's New Show

13:35 β†’ DWTS

16:55 β†’ Reading & Ally's Book

25:37 β†’ Buying

31:02 β†’ Using

34:27 β†’ Birthday Presents

37:54 β†’ Looking young?

40:10 β†’ Spill the wine!

πŸ“± Connect with us! Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/sisterslikeuspod/

Tik...

Duration: 00:45:36
LET’S DRINK ABOUT SOME OLD STORIES & EXCITING PURCHASES
May 24, 2025

Hi! This episode has some exciting topics including a big purchase by both of us! We also reminisce a little bit on some old memories!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week:

Margs - https://www.otrcocktails.com/ready-to-drink-cocktails/margarita-cocktail

⏱ Episode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Spicy Margs

02:27 β†’ Watching

15:16 β†’ Reading (& Writing!)

24:16 β†’ Buying

33:58 β†’ Dental Work

36:58 β†’ Actually Using

39:39 β†’ Reminiscing

50:55 β†’ Talent?

55:07 β†’ Advice?

57:21β†’ Boats Boats Boats

πŸ“± Connect with us!

Instagram: https://www.ins...

Duration: 01:02:25
LET’S DRINK ABOUT OUR NASHVILLE TRIP & ALLY’S BIRTHDAY PLANS
May 16, 2025

Hi! This episode included a brief catch up, a preview at our outfits for Nashville, and a lot of time sharing our DREAM Dancing With the Stars Casts!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week:

Sauvy B: https://express.binnys.com/store/binnys/products/16375025-prima-2015-sauvignon-blanc-750-ml

Pinot Grigio: https://www.candoniwines.com/wines/candoni/candoni-wines/organic-wines-collection/

πŸ“ Things We Mentioned:

Bachelorette Party Game: https://bit.ly/4kmd7IB

Laken's Book YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/6RWc-qu9U84

Sarr...

Duration: 00:58:39
LET’S DRINK ABOUT OUR DREAM DANCING WITH THE STARS CAST
May 10, 2025

Hi! This episode included a brief catch up, a preview at our outfits for Nashville, and a lot of time sharing our DREAM Dancing With the Stars Casts!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week:

Tea

πŸ“ Things We Mentioned:

Laken's New Cookbook: https://amzn.to/42MBUQ1

Ally's Silver Purse: https://amzn.to/43i6Jfs

Ally's Meal Planner: https://amzn.to/4iSRKxh

⏱ Episode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Tea

02:14 β†’ Watching

05:37 β†’ Reading

12:50 β†’ Buying

16:02 β†’ Using...

Duration: 00:46:41
LET’S DRINK ABOUT DWTS LIVE SHOW & A GREAT NEW MOVIE
May 02, 2025

Hi! This episode was a little impromptu, but as always we end up on tangents and giggling about random things. We recap our night at the DWTS Live show, talk about some upcoming TV, and a great movie Ally loved! We also chat about some things we're thinking about buying...

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: Old Fashioned

πŸ“ Things We Mentioned:

Laken's Book - The Measure: https://amzn.to/44LA17s

Ally's Book - The Inmate: https://amzn.to/3GsnAmS

Skinny Taste One and Do...

Duration: 00:51:52
LET’S DRINK ABOUT ALLY’S EXCITING NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS
Apr 25, 2025

Hi! We are excited to be back in your ears after a few weeks away - this episode comes with a lot of catching up and some fun news from Ally!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week:

Ma Mie Wine: https://bit.ly/4jKJ3Wu

πŸ“ Things We Mentioned:

We Should All Be Millionaires: https://amzn.to/3YIyL0Y

Let Them Theory: https://amzn.to/3GjFlVH

Lyla's Women Book: https://amzn.to/4isaymV

⏱ Episode Timestamps:

00:00...

Duration: 00:58:55
LET'S DRINK ABOUT LAKEN'S TRIP AND BIG PURCHASES
Apr 04, 2025

First episode back after Laken's trip to Argentina! We talk about that, tattoos, some big purchases, AND something Ally said she would NEVER do!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week:

Laken's tea: https://amzn.to/4iSpBqX

*The mug was a gift, sorry!

πŸ“ Things We Mentioned:

Video explaining Laken's trip: https://youtu.be/lQvIHg1RhAs

Ally's pill box: https://amzn.to/447evJW

⏱ Episode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Boring drinks

01:05 β†’ Laken's trip

07:37 β†’ Tattoos

10:47 β†’ TV S...

Duration: 00:50:18
LET’S DRINK ABOUT THE OSCARS & HAIR PRODUCTS
Mar 14, 2025

We are loving our new segment at the beginning that of course turned into lots of tangents. We both share some interesting news and piping hot tea as well!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week:

Go to drinks! Josh and an old fashioned!

⏱ Episode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Boring drinks

01:50 β†’ Wearing

04:40 β†’ Watching

07:30 β†’ The Oscars!

23:06 β†’ Reading

26:21 β†’ Old Navy & Sephora

30:33 β†’ Working out

34:12 β†’ New tattoo...

35:48 β†’ Laken's trip

40:05 β†’ Ally's weekend plans

πŸ“± Connect with u...

Duration: 00:46:46
LET'S DRINK ABOUT MOVIES, PAJAMAS, & PIPING HOT TEA
Mar 07, 2025

We are loving our new segment at the beginning that of course turned into lots of tangents. We both share some interesting news and piping hot tea as well!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: Cutwater Strawberry Margarita

⏱ Episode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Strawberry Margs

03:17 β†’ TV 11:30 β†’ Wearing

15:20 β†’ Reading

19:00 β†’ Buying

22:50 β†’ HOT TEA

27:49 β†’ Follow up question

34:09 β†’ Animated movies

36:04 β†’ More movies

40:08 β†’ More tea

πŸ“± Connect with us!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sisterslikeusp...

Duration: 00:43:56
LET'S DRINK ABOUT WHAT WE ARE CURRENTLY LOVING
Feb 28, 2025

This episode has a lot of Ally focused things - as always, her love life, her thirsty Thursday night out, and her dramatic experience of the week. We also introduce a new segment about things we're currently loving!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: Coffee!

⏱ Episode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Coffee

04:05 β†’ Ally's Night Out

13:44 β†’ Random TV

15:58 β†’ New Hair Product

19:19 β†’ Currently!

30:36 β†’ Ally's red flag

32:08 β†’ Ally's Dramatic Experience...

37:57 β†’ WTF

40:52 β†’ Ally's love life

πŸ“± Connect with us...

Duration: 00:43:45
LET’S DRINK ABOUT THE SUPER BOWL, TV, & TICKETS
Feb 21, 2025

Another giggly episode with lots of current events including some of our favorite book to screen adaptations coming soon! We also end this episode with some random get to know you questions including some other places we would love to live!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: Trader Joe's Everything but the Bartender Cosmopolitan

⏱ Episode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ New cups & fun drink!

05:16 β†’ The Super Bowl

12:49 β†’ Drama...

16:52 β†’ Books & Adaptations

23:47 β†’ Bridgerton

26:20 β†’ DWTS Tickets!

34:49 β†’ House progress

36:32 β†’ Who's more likely...

40:3...

Duration: 00:51:59
LET'S DRINK ABOUT THE GRAMMYS, READING, AND HINGE
Feb 14, 2025

This is a pretty chill episode! We talk for a good bit about the Grammys, which also leads into some Oscars ad book talk. We chat about shopping, make up, and Ally's love life!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: Phony Negroni: https://stagrestis.com/

⏱ Episode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ This Week's Link....

04:00 β†’ The Grammys

20:04 β†’ The Oscars

23:05 β†’ Reading

29:07 β†’ New Sephora Buys

32:40 β†’ The Grammys Part 2

34:11 β†’ Weekend Plans

36:45 β†’ Ally's Dating Life

39:08 β†’ Amazon

42:36 β†’ Ally's Junk Journal

<...

Duration: 00:45:46
LET'S DRINK ABOUT LIFE UPDATES AND 2025 PLANS
Feb 07, 2025

We are BACK!!! So excited to be back to chatting with you! This episode contains A LOT of random updates including Ally's new hair, Laken's new house, and what we have going on this year!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week:

Josh Pinot Grigio: https://bit.ly/413UGRW

Josh Sauvignon Blanc: https://bit.ly/3Q4H4j6

⏱ Episode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Ally's New Hair

05:29 β†’ Break Timing

07:18 β†’ Let's Catch Up

10:17 β†’ New Slogan

12:10 β†’ Podcast Naming

15:07 β†’ Th...

Duration: 00:46:55
Episode 50: Let's Talk Fashion, Next Year, & Our Relationship
Nov 29, 2024

This week we celebrate EPISODE 50!!! Thank you for being along on this crazy ride with us! In typically fashion, we bounce around in this epsiode from TV shows to weekend plans and everything in between. We also talk about our thoughts for next year and answer a question one of you had about our relationship!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: Bubbles!

⏱ Epsiode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Celebrating!

03:08 β†’ Ally's Trousers

05:16 β†’ OOTD & Shopping

07:15 β†’ New Years Plans

10:57 β†’ Weekend Recap

13:52 β†’ DWTS

16:19 β†’ Weekend Plans

23:08 β†’ News!?

26:04 β†’...

Duration: 00:52:10
Epsiode 49: Let's Talk Fun New Drinks & Finding New Podcasts
Nov 25, 2024

This week's epsiode started out with a really fun drink session thanks to Craftmix!!! Then we discuss our usuals - DWTS, TV shows, football. This epsiode also includes a lot of talk about podcast set ups - a table? How do new people get to know us? And Ally ends it with a hot take!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: https://www.craftmix.com/

⏱ Epsiode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Fun New Drinks Part 1

04:41 β†’ Fun New Drinks Part 2

06:10 β†’ Fun New Drinks Part 3

08:09 β†’ A table?

10:45 β†’ DWTS

14:52 β†’ Drink...

Duration: 00:46:24
Episode 48: Let's Talk Murder Mystery Parties, Fictional Couples, and the Sephora Sale
Nov 15, 2024

After last week's NA margs, these we decided to try some canned regular margs! Spoiler: they were delicious. This week we recap our Halloween celebrations which includes a murder mystery party, future costume ideas, and a pet peeve. We, of course, talk a lot about TV - new shows and mom's all time favorite fictional couple! Who's yours???

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: https://www.cazadores.com/us/en/

⏱ Epsiode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Laken Messed Up

01:11 β†’ Mic Update

01:55 β†’ Margaritas!

05:00 β†’ Nobody Wants This

06:12 β†’...

Duration: 00:50:02
Epsiode 47: Let's Talk Christmas Lists, Pocdast Ads, & A New Segment
Nov 01, 2024

This week's epsiode starts with some Non-Alcoholic Margs and our general thoughts on the NA trends. We also talk about our feelings on Podcast Ads, Halloween costumes, and discuss a new segment. We start brainstorming Christmas lists a little bit with not much success.

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week:

⏱ Epsiode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Non-Alcoholic Margaritas

10:20 β†’ Non-Alcoholic Options

12:30 β†’ Podcast Ads

15:32 β†’ Halloween Stuff

18:39 β†’ New Segment

23:24 β†’ Books & Movies

25:48 β†’ We did it...

27:15 β†’ Disney Night (and a trip?)

32:09 β†’ Christmas Lists

40:42 β†’ Distractions<...

Duration: 00:44:53
Epsiode 46: Let's Talk Halloween, Football, and A Few Sad Things
Oct 25, 2024

This week's epsiode has a lot of updates from our weekends - some good and some bad! We also share thoughts on our Halloween Costumes and football seasons.

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week:

Random whites mom left at Laken's house

⏱ Epsiode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Not Exciting Wine

00:57 β†’ Sabrina Saga...

09:50 β†’ Podcast Ideas

12:07 β†’ Ally is sad.

17:21 β†’ DWTS

22:24 β†’ Halloween

27:05 β†’ Football & Cheerleaders

36:40 β†’ Upcoming Plans

38:33 β†’ New Show!

41:06 β†’ In Person Plans

πŸ“± Connect with u...

Duration: 00:43:38
Epsiode 45: Let's Talk Wine, Home Decor, & More Goals
Oct 22, 2024

This week's epsiode has a handful of random things like home decor, hosting parties, and the rules about wine temperature! We also talked about your upcoming weekend plans and some future podcast goals!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: Witch's Brew from Trader Joes

⏱ Epsiode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Milestones

00:45 β†’ Witch's Brew from TJs

04:10 β†’ Hosting

07:28 β†’ DWTS

11:39 β†’ How many shows...

14:15 β†’ Weekend Plans

19:39 β†’ Goals

22:27 β†’ Home Decor

26:45 β†’ New Movie

28:12 β†’ Reading

32:08 β†’ Running

35:45 β†’ Scheduling

...

Duration: 00:38:59
Episode 44: Let's Talk Broadway, Online Shopping, & Sabrina Carpenter
Oct 11, 2024

This week's epsiode starts with a tangent about Mean Girls and a discussion about adulting. Then we move into a chat about Broadway and a new name making her way there. We touch on football, weddings, Ally's hair, and some online shopping. Ally also throws someone under the bus!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: Binny's Whites: https://www.binnys.com/

⏱ Epsiode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Wine (& Mean Girls)

05:46 β†’ Adulting

08:45 β†’ TV

14:56 β†’ Broadway

24:09 β†’ SC Concert

29:23 β†’ Random Banter

31:28 β†’ Football

33:08 β†’ C9 Weddings

36:32 β†’ Ally's Hair...

Duration: 00:47:12
Epsiode 43: Let's Talk Goals, TV, & What We're Loving
Oct 08, 2024

This week's epsiode starts just like last week with a Dancing With the Stars recap and some other TV commentary! Then we go through the favorites categorie we have done before and shared what we're currently loving.

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: Summer in a Bottle Rose: https://bit.ly/3U07uEY

⏱ Epsiode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Wine

01:36 β†’ DWTS

08:03 β†’ More TV

12:24 β†’ Current Favorites

36:24 β†’ Goals

40:27 β†’ Fall Activities

πŸ“± Connect with us!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sisterslikeuspod/

Have a comment about...

Duration: 00:44:32
Epsiode 42: Let's Talk Reality TV, Halloween Costumes, & Football
Sep 27, 2024

This week's epsiode is another TV heavy epsiode where we recap the first Dancing with the Stars epsiode and the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives! We also talk about some halloween costume options and Ally's first fantasy football season.

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: https://cravecookies.com/

⏱ Epsiode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Loaded Sodas

01:53 β†’ Mics

03:49 β†’ Dancing with the Stars

08:43 β†’ Emily in Paris

10:37 β†’ Secret Lives of Mormon Wives

21:33 β†’ Halloween Costumes

26:08 β†’ Football

29:13 β†’ Ally's Injury

34:05 β†’ Family Tree

πŸ“± Connect with us! <...

Duration: 00:39:43
Epsiode 41: Let's Talk Ally's Italy Trip, New TV, & A Surprise Gift
Sep 20, 2024

We are back!! Coming back with an extra long episode because there is a LOT to talk about. We recap Ally's trip, Lyla's birthday, what's new on TV, and Ally's first solo wedding!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: https://cravecookies.com/

πŸ“ Things We Mentioned: Cloud 9 Weddings: https://www.instagram.com/c9weddings/

⏱ Epsiode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Cookies

08:13 β†’ Ally's Italy Trip

25:46 β†’ Lyla's Birthday

28:07 β†’ Dancing with the Stars

38:18 β†’ VMA's

42:00 β†’ A New Show

43:58 β†’ Cloud 9 Weddings

πŸ“± Connect with us!

In...

Duration: 00:53:26
Episode 40: Let's Talk Movies, Ally's New Show, & A Game We Love
Aug 08, 2024

This epsiode is very all over the place! We talk about a lot of random topics including what we got up to last Thursday, a new show Ally has been watching, and some other exciting future events!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: https://shotsbox.com/product/skinny-freezer-vodka-martini-12-ct/

πŸ“ Things We Mentioned: Cloud 9 Weddings: https://www.instagram.com/c9weddings/

⏱ Epsiode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ New Background

01:00 β†’ Spotify Podcast Features

02:33 β†’ Vodka Popsicles

06:19 β†’ Mom's Remodel

7:06 β†’ Last Thursday Recap

10:25 β†’ Going to the Movies

13:04...

Duration: 00:41:40
Epsiode 39: Let's Talk Makeup Routines & Other Favorites
Aug 03, 2024

Someone asked us to share our beauty favorites and so we dug deep! We both walk through our entire make up routine - every product we use. We also go through some current favorites using categories Laken used to use on her YouTube channel!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: Rose!

⏱ Epsiode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Changes

00:48 β†’ Rose of the week

01:42 β†’ DCC

02:34 β†’ SYTCYD

06:05 β†’ Other babies

08:00 β†’ Ally's Make Up Routine

21:50 β†’ Laken's Make Up Routine

31:32 β†’ Current Favorites

πŸ“± Connect with us! Instagram: http...

Duration: 00:45:29
Episode 38: Let's Talk Parties, Dance Shows, & A Yummy Drink
Jul 25, 2024

Had a slight delay in recording this week, but we made it happen! We talked about our weekends and the dance shows we've been watching. We also answer some of your submitted questions! Keep those coming, we love talking about what y'all want to hear about!

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: Limoncello Spritz: https://www.sipandfeast.com/limoncello-spritz/

⏱ Epsiode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Limoncello Spritz

02:11 β†’ Bridal Shower

05:19 β†’ Lyla's Birthday Party

09:57 β†’ Ally's Night

15:23 β†’ SYTYCD

19:20 β†’ DCC

28:18 β†’ VOTE

30:26 β†’ Future Sisters

31:32 β†’ Favorites

Duration: 00:34:37
Epsiode 37: Let's Talk Haircuts, Tattoos, & True Crime
Jul 18, 2024

We are back in real time, recording about a week in advance of a new epsiode. This epsiode is a little all over the place talking about various TV shows, books, Ally's impending haircut, and ultimately wrap it up with a recap of the last time you saw us. Spoiler: it's a little chaotic.

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week: Lolea Sangria: https://www.instagram.com/lolea_official/

πŸ“ Things We Mentioned: Chicago New Mom's Group: https://www.chicagonewmomsgroup.com/

⏱ Epsiode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ Sangria

05:13 β†’ Haircuts

08:14 β†’ TV Shows

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Duration: 00:48:36
Episode 36: Let's Talk Nails, Inside Out 2, & Jojo Siwa (Again)
Jul 11, 2024

For the first time, we recorded an epsiode in the morning, so we have LOTS of energy. We start by chatting again about Jojo Siwa (right before we saw her at pride). Then we talk about Inside Out 2, nail colors, and weddings.

πŸ₯‚ Drink of the week:

Sunboy Spiked Coconut Water: https://drinksunboy.com/

πŸ“ Things We Mentioned:

Wedding Epsiode with our future SIL: https://youtu.be/q0eljyYReOM

⏱ Epsiode Timestamps:

00:00 β†’ One cup of coffee

01:27 β†’ Plans for the day

03:32 β†’ Jojo Siwa

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Duration: 00:40:53
Epsiode 35: Let's Talk Running, Famous People, & Bridgerton
Jul 01, 2024

Ep35

Duration: 00:47:14
Episode 34: Let's Talk Goal Updates, Cooking, & Changes
Jun 21, 2024

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Duration: 00:44:20
Episode 33: Let's Talk New Drinks, Weekend Plans, & More TV Thoughts
Jun 13, 2024

In this episode we introduce a new and fun aspect of SLU. We are so excited to share that we will be try different alcohols and our thoughts! We were clearly out of it this week. SUMMER IS TIRING FOLKS. We can't wait for the future of sisters like us!

Duration: 00:35:04
Epsiode 32: Let's Talk Travel, Celebrity Crushes, & Future Podcast Goals
Jun 10, 2024

32

Duration: 00:43:38
Episode 31: Let's Talk Ally's Birthday, Life Lessons, & Mental Health
Jun 01, 2024

Ep31

Duration: 00:41:07
Epsiode 30: Let's Talk Mother's Day, Movie Trailers, & Rollercoasters
May 23, 2024

Ep 30

Duration: 00:39:33
Epsiode 29: Let's Talk The Met Gala, Vegas, & Our Family's Loss
May 17, 2024

Ep 29

Duration: 00:53:50
Epsiode 28: Let's Talk Taylor Swift, Books, & TV Shows
May 09, 2024

TBD

Duration: 00:48:40
Epsiode 27: Let's Talk Clothing Trends, Music Festivals, & Board Games
May 02, 2024

We have a very special guest in our new episode! Lyla decided she needed to share her opinions on our podcast. In this epiosde, we talk about the most random topics including summer clothing trends, our opinion on music festivals, and all the board games we play with our family!

Duration: 00:41:54
Epsiode 26: Let's Talk Sephora, Karaoke, & The Perfect Chicago Weekend
Apr 25, 2024

Its time for a new LOOK! We switched everything around a little bit, let us know what you think! This episode is full of tangents, funny stories and we even describe our PERFECT Chicago weekend.

Duration: 00:41:31
Episode 25: Let's talk JoJo Siwa, MySpace, & Bikini Waxes
Apr 18, 2024

In this episode, we talk about A LOT! Let us know how you are liking our new structure! We are LOVING being unfiltered & real with you all!

Duration: 00:34:00
Epsiode 24: Let's Talk...
Apr 11, 2024

It's time for a change....let us know what you think about the new SISTERS LIKE US PODCAST!

Duration: 00:37:34
Epsiode 23: Broadway Shows
Apr 04, 2024

In this episode, we talk about one of Laken's favorite things ever!!! Broadway. Fun fact is that we both have a background in theatre, which you may know from previous episodes, however, Laken has seen & heard of way more than Ally has! In this episode, we go through 100 of the most popular shows and determine if Ally has seen it, heard of it, or wants to see it! We really hope you enjoy this episode as much as we do!

Duration: 00:35:46
Epsiode 22: Astrology & Zodiac Signs
Mar 21, 2024

In this episode, we tackle a topic that we LOVE! Astrology! We had so much fun looking into the characteristics and jobs that our zodiac signs have, and it would not be a Sisters Like Us episode if we didn't go on a tangent…What is your zodiac sign? Do you use Co-star? Let us know what you think of this one!

Duration: 00:20:12
Epsiode 21: Weddings with our Future Sister-in-law
Mar 14, 2024

In this episode we have a special guest!!!! Our future sister-in-law Lindsey is here to chat about all things WEDDINGS! We thought it would be so fun to focus on this topic because Laken has planned a wedding, Lindsey is currently planning a wedding and Ally works in weddings. We had SO much fun doing this episode! Let us know what else we should talk with Lindsey about in future episodes!

Duration: 00:53:31
Episode 20: Q&A #2
Mar 07, 2024

Coming back to you all with a Q&A! We absolutely love answering all of your questions and we have so much fun with these! Please continue to send us any and all questions you may have for us, we will for sure answer them in our next one!

Duration: 00:20:45
Episode 19: Dating & Relationships
Feb 29, 2024

In this episode, we dive into dating in our two generations. Although, we came to discover dating is one of those things that just changes overtime. We talk about our experiences, and even share some tips and advice. Do you believe in soulmates? What are your thoughts on dating?

Duration: 00:25:49
Epsiode 18: Our 2024 Goals
Feb 22, 2024

In this episode, we dive into our goals for 2024. This was super fun for us to record because this is something Laken is super passionate about and has helped Ally with this year! What are your goals for 2024? Are there any that you are focused on right now?

Duration: 00:29:52
Epsiode 17: Who's More Likely To...
Feb 15, 2024

In this epsiode, we play a fun game where we ask "Who is more likely to..." and then see if our answers match! Did any of these surprise you?

Duration: 00:17:53
Epsiode 16: Past, Present, & Future - Jobs
Feb 08, 2024

Welcome to our second official episode of our new series: Past, Present, & Future! We are so excited to tackle so many fun topics with this series! In this episode, we talk about our jobs from the very beginning to what we hope for ourselves for the future! What is your dream job? What was your favorite job you have ever had?

Duration: 00:43:38
Episode 15: Beauty
Jan 25, 2024

In this episode we talk about beauty!! This episode was SO fun for us. Beauty is such an exciting topic and we learned a lot about how beauty is different in our gnereations as well as what we used to use and use now! What is your most reccomended beauty product? We would LOVE to try them!

Duration: 00:30:43
Epsiode 14: Reading
Jan 19, 2024

In this episode, we talk all about reading! What our favorite series are and how we like to consume books. We also talk about some of the differences we think there are between our generations related to reading. Are you a reader? What is the best book you read last year?

Duration: 00:27:57
Epsiode 13: Past, Present, & Future - Hobbies
Jan 11, 2024

In this episode, we introduce a new series: Past, Present, & Future. We are excited to talk about our lives in a different perspective and share them with you! In this episode, we talk about hobbies! Sports we played, things we liked to do, what we do now, and what we apsire to do! This is an episode that you do not want to miss! We cannot wait to share these hobbies with you! What is a hobby you had when you were younger that you still do now? Why are you so passionate about it?

Duration: 00:22:36
Epsiode 12: Generational Fashion
Jan 04, 2024

We had so much fun with the episode!! We got to talk about all our favorite fashion trends and how we differ based off our generations! Do you relate more with Ally or Laken? What was your favorite fashion topic from the epsiode?

Duration: 00:31:20
Epsiode 11: 2023 Holiday Plans
Dec 15, 2023

In this episode, we talk all things holidays!! We are so excited to celebrate together this year and talk about what we do with friends and friends! What is your favorite holiday? What are you most excited for this holiday season?

Duration: 00:31:43
Episode 10: Q&A with Laken & Ally
Dec 07, 2023

In this episode, we talk through all of your questions and our frequently asked questions! We talked about dream vacations, current books we're reading, our Christmas lists, and more! We had so much fun answering these and can't wait to do more in the future! Do you have any questions for us?

Duration: 00:33:53
Episode 9: Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Nov 30, 2023

This is such a fun episode for us! We dive into birthday celebrations & talk a little bit about other holiday celebrations! It is so funny to talk about these events and how we celebrate them differently! What were you for Halloween this year? Do you go all out for your birthday?

Duration: 00:19:33
Episode 8: Friendship & Advice with our Mom!
Nov 23, 2023

We are SO excited to finally have our Mom, Bonnie, on our podcast! We had so much fun talking to her about our relationships and friendships. We dive into advice, how to maintain friendships, how we are so close, and so much more! We cannot wait to share this with you! Do you share a strong bond with your Mom?

Duration: 00:31:04
Epsiode 7: TV Shows & Movies
Nov 17, 2023

We have a lot to say on this topic! In this episode, we talk about our go to comfort shows, current TV shows we watch, and touch on some of our favorite movies. We definitely have a lot in common in this arena, but also some differing opinoins!! Let us know what your go to comfort show is that you can watch again and again!

Duration: 00:30:46
Episode 6: Slang From Both Generations
Nov 09, 2023

We are so excited to hop back into the our generational differences and talk about slang! We had so much fun talking abou the funny sayings and topics between our generations and cannot wait for you all to listen. :) Let us know what slang you use and if you relate to us!!

Duration: 00:17:03
Epsiode 5: New York City vs. Chicago
Nov 02, 2023

In this episode, we change it up a little bit and talk about Chicago versus NYC! We will dive into lots of differences and similarties between the two including tourist attractions, rent, food, our recommendations, and so much more! Have you ever been to either city? Are you from either one? What do you love about them?

Duration: 00:29:28
Epsiode 4: College & Greek Life
Oct 26, 2023

We are so excited to share our college experience with all of you ! We will dive into our journey in greek life, as well as our time in college, and how different it was for both of us! Share with us what school you went to and if you were in a sorority!

Duration: 00:30:21
Epsiode 3: Social Media
Oct 19, 2023

Time to talk about all things social media! Join us as we talk through our first social medias and what we use today as a millenial & gen z! What is your favorite social media & what do you use everyday?

Duration: 00:33:14
Epsiode 2: Typical Characteristics of Millenials & Gen Z
Oct 12, 2023

Lets dive in! In our second episode, we talk about all of the basic characteristics of Millenials & Gen Zs! We talk about the biggest differences between the two and how we relate to them. Share with us what generation you are in and what topic you most relate to!

Duration: 00:21:49
Epsiode 1: Get to know the sisters behind the pod!
Oct 05, 2023

Welcome to the Sisters Like Us Podcast! In our first episode, we dive into our story and our relationship! We talk about our family and everything there is to know about us. Get to know us and join us on this exciting new journey! We cannot wait to share our generational perspective with you!

Duration: 00:14:55