Slow Down.

Care Less.

Do Nothing.

Join Midwestern sisters, Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson, for Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project®. Each episode will inspire you to seek out life’s simple joys, find balance in everyday wellness, and lean into the cozy seasons of life. Think of it as your weekly reminder to slow down, embrace the little things, and not take life too seriously.

You’ll no doubt learn a little and laugh a lot.

Escape the chaos, embrace the cozy.

New episodes released every Thursday and streamable everywhere.

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Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project

Jun 09, 2022
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

183 | Feel Good News, Perineal Massages, and Fresh AF Candles

Michelle and Lauren are kicking off Episode 183 with a conversation on what the sisters are reading, birth plans, news that makes you feel real good, and some maternity leave announcements. OH, and Fresh AF Candles are now for sale!...

Jun 07, 2022
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

182 | Maverick and Mucous Plugs

The hottest topics of this episode are the new Top Gun and Lauren's mucous plug falling out. Michelle tells tales of the Pet Parade and Lauren fills Michelle in on her third-trimester happenings. Hot Topics: The La Grange Pet Parade,...

Jun 02, 2022
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

181 | Yoga Amazon Man and Turning Anger Into Action

Michelle shares with Lauren her most recent ADHD experience on the yoga mat and that one time was in a boat accident on a river. Lauren also shares some ways she is turning her anger into action in regards to...

May 26, 2022
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

180 | Cults and Old School Stories

In this episode, Michelle and Lauren dive into a conversation on cults and those "taken by the pandemic". Inspired by the podcast, Call Me Curious and the episode, Can You Fall Prey To A Cult - the sisters dive into...

May 24, 2022
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

179 | Doulas, The Nextdoor App, and The Lengths We'd Go To Survive

Join the sisters for a conversation on birthing, postpartum care, La Grange nightlife, and the lengths they'd go to survive inspired by the real-life story, Alive - one of Lauren's favorite movies. Hot Topics: Legally Blonde the play, Maks in...

May 19, 2022
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

178 | Quitting Your Job and Living Your Passion with Danielle Bergandine

Michelle and Lauren sat down with Danielle Bergandine of Bergsbungalow to discuss life after letting go of a job that wasn't fulfilling to pursue a life more meaningful. After a 16-year career, Danielle decided to walk away from the comfort...

May 17, 2022
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

177 | Lauren’s Baby Shower Recap

This past weekend Michelle and the sisters threw Lauren a magical, Spring bloom themed baby shower at Lucca’s Pizzeria in La Grange, IL. Tune in for all of the beautiful details celebrating the baby on the way! Hot Topics: Evite,...

May 12, 2022
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

176 | Savvy Business Tips From The Sister Project

Michelle and Lauren are often asked how they started their lifestyle brand, how they keep it running, and how they monetize their platform. Whether you have a small business of your own, a home to manage, a side hustle, or...

May 10, 2022
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

175 | Mother's Day, The Staircase, and Boy Name Struggles

Lauren and Michelle are tackling boy names and going over the crazy true crime HBO Max series, The Staircase. Hot Topics: Steak tacos, The Last Kingdom, & Kathleen Peterson If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would...

May 05, 2022
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

174 | Cali Baby Moon, The Met Gala, & Roe v. Wade

As usual, the sisters are bringing a healthy balance of stuff you should know and topics that induce wheezy laughing. You didn't think they could chat about Marilyn Monroe's dress without the news that Roe v. Wade may potentially be...

May 03, 2022
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

173 | Parenting Mixed with Mindfulness with Zen Parenting Radio

On this episode, Lauren and Michelle were joined by Cathy and Todd Adams of Zen Parenting Radio podcast to discuss a gambit of parenting topics. From children coming out and techniques in communication to applying some mindfulness to everyday parenting,...

Apr 28, 2022
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

172 | A Conversation on Grief, Loss, and Music with Parker McKay

Joining the sisters on this episode is singer/songwriter, Parker McKay. While Parker was featured on NBC's The Voice she was simultaneously going through her own journey of grief and loss. Similar to Lauren and Michelle, Parker sadly lost her lovely...