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 30, 2022
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

189 | The Importance of Eye Health and How To Talk To People About Their Dead Loved Ones

If you've ever wondered how to approach a loved one, friend, or co-worker about a loss they have experienced, this is the episode for you. To round things out, the sisters shared some stories about their own dead mom and...

Jun 28, 2022
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

188 | The Overturn of Roe v. Wade

In this episode, Michelle and Lauren toss out their original plan to discuss something more important than anything at the moment...women's rights. If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project and would like to show your support for the...

Jun 23, 2022
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

187 | The Mood-Boosting Effects of Indoor Plants & Limping Season

Summer is the season of limping for Michelle and late June is the season for nesting for Lauren and Anthony. The sisters also take a deep dive into the benefits of having plants all over your house. Hot Topics: Skincare,...

Jun 21, 2022
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

186 | Braxton Hicks, Tom Selleck, & Perp Stories

In this episode, Lauren and Michelle wheezy laugh their way through stories of perpetrators past, chat about a young Tom Selleck, and discuss birth plans and the benefits of doulas. Hot Topics: Three Men and a Baby, Sexy Jan, &...

Jun 16, 2022
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

185 | Three Ways To Stop Obsessing Over The Future

Michelle and Lauren are sharing three great tips (via a psychotherapist) to help you stop worrying about the future. But first, they kick things off with a Top Gun Review and a few random thoughts on current events and stories...

Jun 14, 2022
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

184 | Keep Sweet, Flav City, and B.R.A.I.N.

In this episode, the sisters are covering a plethora of topics. From the Warren Jeffs Netflix Documentary to Kristin Hannah books Michelle is devouring and an incredible acronym to help you advocate for yourself, this cozy convo will keep you...

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...