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  • Always & Forever: A Love Letter to Secondhand Shopping
    Jun 6 2025

    30: In this episode, we dive deep into our love for thrifting and why secondhand shopping is more than just a budget-friendly choice — it’s a lifestyle. We share the why behind our commitment to buying used, our go-to thrifting tips for finding the good stuff, and some of our favorite secondhand scores over the years.


    Whether you're a seasoned thrifter or curious about getting started, this episode is packed with inspiration, practical advice, and a little secondhand magic.


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    Shoutout to this episode's sponsor, ⁠Flora Flora Co⁠, who makes handcrafted botanical essentials for softer hair, healthier scalp, & a cleaner earth with every wash. Use the code SPIRALS15 to save on your purchase.


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    51 m
  • How to Stay Afloat in a World That Feels Heavy
    May 23 2025

    29: There have been a few heavy news weeks lately, so Maria & Brennan chat about how to protect their peace. How do we continue to show up, when do we speak out and when do we stay quiet? When is it okay to post something light and joyful, without it feeling like a betrayal of everything else in the world?


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    Shoutout to this episode's sponsor, Flora Flora Co, who makes handcrafted botanical essentials for softer hair, healthier scalp, & a cleaner earth with every wash. Use the code SPIRALS15 to save on your purchase.


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    1 h y 6 m
  • From Perfection to Progress: The Evolution of Zero Waste
    May 9 2025

    28: What were we like in the beginning of the zero waste movement—were we insufferable? Yes, probably.

    Maria & Brennan chat about how the sustainability and slow living movement has changed over the last 10 years, and how habits have shifted.


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    Shoutout to this episode's sponsor, ⁠Suri⁠, who makes sustainable electric toothbrushes with recyclable, plant-based heads. Use the code SPIRALS to save on your purchase.


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    1 h y 8 m
  • Surviving in This Economy
    Apr 25 2025

    27: Maria & Brennan share their best money-saving tips to help survive the potential recession and current economic turmoil. These tips are also planet-centered and focus on using resources readily available to us. We will get through this together!


    We chat about utilizing YouTube, using what you have, and replacing shopping hobbies. Leave a comment with your best money saving tip!


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    Shoutout to this episode's sponsor, Suri, who makes sustainable electric toothbrushes with recyclable, plant-based heads. Use the code SPIRALS to save on your purchase.


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    1 h y 7 m
  • Nature, Community & Action: A Guide to Earth Month
    Apr 11 2025

    26: In this Earth Month special, we dive into how you can make a real impact by joining local community organizations, reconnect with nature, and embrace sustainable living. Whether you're looking to volunteer, build a greener lifestyle, or simply find new ways to appreciate the environment, this episode is for you!


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    Shoutout to this episode's sponsor, ⁠Aerflo⁠, who makes a carbonation water bottle that transforms still into sparkling water. Use the code SPIRALS15 to save on your purchase.


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    40 m
  • More Stuff, More Problems: Deconstructing Overconsumption
    Mar 28 2025

    25: We've lost the plot. Overconsumption is not normal, but instead has been normalized. In this episode, Maria & Brennan break down a video that shares the effects of overconsumption on young people.


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    Shoutout to this episode's sponsor, Aerflo, who makes a carbonation water bottle that transforms still into sparkling water. Use the code SPIRALS15 to save on your purchase.


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    1 h y 6 m
  • Conscious Consumerism—What's In Our Homes?
    Mar 14 2025

    24: We are continuing from the last episode by doing a deep dive into the products we genuinely love and use daily in our kitchens and homes. We're sharing our go-to brands that align with our values.

    Curious to explore these brands for yourself? Tune in, take notes, and check out the links in our show notes to support ethical, sustainable, and high-quality products!


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    Shoutout to this episode's sponsor, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Livelihood⁠ who makes beautiful, sustainable swaps. Use the code TALKINGINSPIRALS to save on your purchase.

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    1 h y 8 m
  • Conscious Consumerism—What’s in Our Bathrooms?
    Feb 28 2025

    23: Although Brennan and Maria often discuss anti-consumerism, today’s episode is a deep dive into the products we genuinely love and use daily in our bathrooms. From personal care and skincare to shower essentials, period products, and even bidets—we're sharing our go-to brands that align with our values.

    Curious to explore these brands for yourself? Tune in, take notes, and check out the links in our show notes to support ethical, sustainable, and high-quality products!


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    Shoutout to this episode's sponsor, ⁠⁠⁠Livelihood who makes beautiful, sustainable swaps. Use the code TALKINGINSPIRALS to save on your purchase.

    Head to our instagram to enter into our giveaway!


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    1 h y 20 m