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 25, 2021
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

88 | A Response To A Scary Mommy Meme

Michelle and Lauren sit down to respond to a request made by a loyal listener. The meme pertained to a list of things we can and can't talk about now that folks are socializing again. Tune in for their thoughts....

Jun 23, 2021
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

87 | Our Trauma & How We've Moved On

Michelle and Lauren sat down to chat about the latter's journey with IVF and Michelle's first time back at a major league baseball game. However, the main topic of discussion here was their experience with trauma. Prior to their mom...

Jun 21, 2021
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

86 | Conversation on Trauma, Grief, and Elevating Personal Style with Fashion Expert & TV Personality, Melissa Chataigne

The sisters sat down with fashion expert, E! Daily Pop, and Today show contributor, Melissa Chataigne, to talk personal stories of trauma, grief, and fashion. In this cozy convo, Melissa shares her mission to empower women with style and confidence...

Jun 18, 2021
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

85 | Weird News & The Best Summer Flicks

You've come to the right place for some of the Internet's most interesting news. Along with that, the sisters are covering the best summer movies of all time. Think Shag, Dirty Dancing, and How To Make An American Quilt. If...

Jun 16, 2021
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

84 | How To Nip Negative Self-Talk In The Bud and Then Some

It's been a full week since the sisters last sat down to record so there's a lot to catch up on. Michelle and Lauren are sharing ways to identify and overcome negative self-talk with a lot of mindfulness and a...

Jun 14, 2021
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

83 | A Cozy Conversation with Maggie McBride

Michelle and Lauren sat down with Lauren's best friend of over 30 years to talk about, well, everything. From bug-out bags to coming out, to traveling the country and Georgia O'Keefe, this is what a good old-fashioned cozy convo with...

Jun 11, 2021
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

82 | A Guide To Cannabis & Going To The Dispensary

You guys asked for it, so the sisters are giving it. This entire episode is all about cannabis; including a guide to going to the dispensary in Illinois and the sisters' favorite cannabis product. Hot Topics: Low and slow, suck...

Jun 09, 2021
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

81 | Bees, The Brain, and Eddie Van Halen

The sisters are at it again with their weekly catch-up, random stories, and a few news items they feel are worthy of sharing. Prepare to laugh and learn. Happy listening, stay cozy! Hot Topics: Clams, Ranch Water, and neuropathways. If...

Jun 07, 2021
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

80 | Justine Bateman & The Feminist Menopause

Michelle and Lauren are chatting about Justine Bateman's new book, FACE, and the bizarre obsession with society's obsession with women's looks. They also dive into the New York Times article, The Feminist Menopause, and talk about ways women can have...

Jun 04, 2021
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

79 | Investigative Report: Lake Lanier, Georgia

This one is a doozy! In this episode, Lauren and Michelle, cover the history of one of the spookiest lakes in the country, Lake Lanier, Georgia. A lake that was once a town runs deep with many lake fatalities, missing...

Jun 02, 2021
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

78 | Judy Heumann, Friends, & Styles That Date You

Michelle and Lauren go back and forth catching up after the long holiday weekend and cover a plethora of topics. From what they're reading, eating, watching, and doing to when is the best time of day to make whoopie. Hot...

May 31, 2021
by Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson

77 | A Cozy Conversation with Nicole Barile

Michelle and Lauren sat down with Clinical Psychologist and Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Nicole Barile, to discuss food and mental health. Hot topics: gut health, you are what you digest, and mindful eating If you love Cozy Conversations with The Sister...