We Can Do Hard Things

Ina Garten has spent a lifetime proving that joy is anything but frivolous. In this heartwarming conversation, the Barefoot Contessa shares how following curiosity instead of convention helped her build a life—and career—she never imagined. Plus, the unforgettable story of how Abby Wambach ended up playing beer pong with Ina Garten at a Taylor Swift party.

- Why following what feels fun can change your life

- How to quiet your inner critic and stop settling

- Ina's secret to hosting a dinner party everyone will love

- The surprising lesson behind her decades-long marriage

About Ina:

Ina Garten has hosted her Emmy and James Beard Award winning show, Barefoot Contessa, on the Food Network since 2002 and recently launched a new interview focused series, Be My Guest, with Food Network and discovery+. She has published thirteen cookbooks, including eleven #1 New York Times bestsellers. In 2015 Ina Garten was named one of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People.

She lives in East Hampton, New York with her husband, Jeffrey.

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What happens when life suddenly gets quieter?

Glennon, Abby, and Amanda check in on the big transitions happening in their own lives—from the emotions of becoming empty nesters to the unexpected opportunities that come with a brand new season. Plus, they're answering Pod Squad questions you won't want to miss—including one unforgettable call from Sexy Sue that sparks a hilarious and thoughtful conversation about dating, relationships, and when (and if) we need to DTR.

We talk about what it means to let go of old roles, embrace uncertainty, and ask the question many of us are facing: Who do I get to become next?

- The grief—and unexpected freedom—of becoming an empty nester.

- Why midlife can be the perfect time to reinvent yourself, your friendships, and your relationships.

- Abby's advice for navigating competition in a blended family without losing sight of what matters most.

- A challenge to stop obeying unfair rules in advance—and the power of everyday acts of resistance.

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What if the things that happened to you weren't about you?

In this beloved conversation, astrologer Chani Nicholas helps us understand why we react the way we do, how childhood survival strategies shape our adult lives, and what it takes to become better partners to ourselves. Together, we explore dysregulation, boundaries, healing, and the liberating possibility that self-awareness can set us free.

- How to recognize when you're dysregulated—and help yourself in the moment

- The freeing truth that "the things that happened to me weren't about me"

- Why the rules that kept you safe as a child may be keeping you stuck as an adult

- How to set boundaries, trust yourself, and finally rest

- What astrology can reveal about your relationships and patterns

About Chani: 

Chani Nicholas is a Los Angeles-based New York Times bestselling author of You Were Born For This: Astrology for Radical Self-Acceptance.

She has been a counseling astrologer for more than 20 years, guiding her community of over 1 million monthly readers to discover and live out their life’s purpose through understanding their birth chart.

Chani runs her company with her wife and business partner, Sonya Passi. Together they launched the CHANI app, which offers a personalized, daily understanding of their birth chart.

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Pod Squad:  Please note, this episode was recorded before the trump red card scandal. We were younger, then - and filled with hope. 

Today, it’s a Welcome to the Party and We Can Do Hard Things World Cup crossover! 

If anyone can help the Pod Squad understand why the World Cup has completely taken over the world, it's these two legends. Abby and Julie Foudy—World Cup champions, teammates, and two of the greatest soccer minds in the game—break down everything you need to know, from red cards and flopping to knockout rounds, unforgettable stories, and why this tournament has the power to bring people together. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just World Cup-curious, this is your starter pack for the beautiful game.

- Why the World Cup is the biggest sporting event on Earth—and why it means so much to so many people

- The soccer rules everyone pretends to understand (offside, cards, flopping, and more)

- How the US men's success directly benefits the US women's national team

- Plus: Abby and Julie put Glennon and Amanda to the test with "Is It Queer or Is It FIFA?" 

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Sometimes, when everything feels too big, the thing that brings us back to ourselves is surprisingly small: a paw on our lap, a face waiting at the door, a creature who reminds us that we are still here and still capable of love.

In this delightfully funny and tender conversation, Glennon, Abby, and Amanda consider whether our beloved animals offer the closest thing we ever experience to unconditional love. Amanda shares how Séamus arrived in her life and ruined her religion of the spreadsheet. Glennon explains why Honey and Hattie are the only "people" who truly understand her. And Abby reveals how a hamster named Biscuit somehow snuck past every boundary and straight into her heart.

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