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This is Joy & Claire

Joy Parrish

Simple Joys and Our Favorite Sleep Hacks

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In this episode we dive into a range of topics from generational pop culture gaps to the importance of good sleep hygiene. Joy shares her recent dental visit and sleep study saga. Claire talks about her experience with mouth taping and the ongoing battle with teeth grinding. We finish off with ‘What a Time to Be Alive’ moments, focusing on non-alcoholic beverage options in Dry January and the dangers of being duped by deep fakes online.

01:46 Pop Culture Trivia and Cash Cab

03:20 Generational Gaps and Work Experiences

15:23 Little Joys in Life

27:51 Dentist Visit and Sleep Study

30:00 Frustration at the Dentist

31:18 Sleep Apnea Concerns

34:57 Mouth Taping for Better Sleep

38:53 Nighttime Routines and Hacks

50:18 What a Time to Be Alive

Let’s Talk About Dr. Stacy Sims’ 3 Exercise Recommendations

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In this episode, Joy and Claire discuss supplement regimens, what they look for in a supplement, and tips for sticking with a vitamin regimen. Claire reviews a recent experience with microneedling and both J&C discuss their experience with Botox. Next, they dive into Dr. Stacy Sims’ research on exercise for perimenopausal and menopausal women, which emphasizes heavy lifting, sprint training, and plyometrics, and share about their personal fitness routines. They also discuss new health habits they want to focus on for the month of January, including Dry January for Joy and breathwork paired with cold plunges for Claire.

https://www.drstacysims.com/blog/how-to-power-your-way-through-menopause

00:27 Supplement Discussion

03:21 Jake Plummer and Mushroom Farm Story

07:30 More on Supplements and Vitamins

10:37 Parenting and Meal Prep

12:39 Dentist Visit and Chewing Issues

18:41 Microneedling and Botox

24:37 Health Checkups

24:54 Introducing Dr. Stacey Sims

26:59 Fitness Advice for Women

32:40 Heavy Lifting and Muscle Building

43:19 Cold Plunge and Anxiety Management

47:54 Dry January and Self-Care

51:01 What a Time to Be Alive

54:25 Wrapping Up

Back, Bolder and Wilder

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Welcome to our new show! After 11 years of podcasting, we’re back and better than ever, ready to live boldly and embrace midlife with all the gusto it deserves. In this episode, we reintroduce ourselves, reflect on where we’ve been, and share our vision for the next chapter. Join us as we laugh, reflect, and inspire each other to celebrate how far we’ve come. Trigger Warning: This episode includes a discussion of suicide. Please take care while listening and reach out for support if needed : 988 Lifeline https://988lifeline.org/

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Patisserie Week!

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In this semi-final episode of The Great British Bake Off, it’s all about patisserie! The remaining bakers tackle a trio of demanding challenges. With intricate lamination, bold flavors, and some unexpected mishaps, the pressure is higher than ever as they vie for a spot in the final.

Don’t forget to grab your favorite pastry and tune in for all the patisserie-packed fun.

70’s Week!

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In this week’s episode of On Your Marks, Get Set, Bake!, we’re turning back time to 70’s Week on The Great British Bake Off! From retro-inspired bakes to groovy flavors, we’ll break down the contestants’ challenges, triumphs, and, of course, the drama of the iconic tent. Which baker embraced the disco vibes, and who struggled to keep up with the era’s culinary trends? Tune in for our take on the showstopping bakes, surprising twists, and an elimination that had us reeling. Grab your bell bottoms and your whisk—it’s a nostalgic journey you won’t want to miss!