Happier in Hollywood

Liz and Sarah are suffering from Summeritis! They’re managing to stay productive — but it’s not easy. In Take A Hike, they talk about the value of going on a learning retreat. Sarah just did a fiber retreat in Nome, ND and it rocked her world! This week Sarah has a Hit for Violet’s former nanny, Dawn. And Liz gives herself a tech Bomb for not knowing how to operate her TV. This week’s Hollywood Hack is liberating and a power move— ditch your handbag! Finally, Sarah recommends Christina Applegate’s memoir, You with the Sad Eyes. Get in touch on Instagram: @Sfain & @LizCraft Get in touch on Threads: @Sfain & @LizCraft Visit our website: https://happierinhollywood.com Sign up for Liz & Sarah’s free weekly Substack newsletter at https://happierinhollywoodpod.substack.com and Sarah’s Chickening Out Substack at https://happierinhollywood.substack.com. They’ll come right to your inbox! Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/HappierinHollywood/ Happier in Hollywood is part of ‘The Onward Project,’ a family of podcasts brought together by Gretchen Rubin—all about how to make your life better. Check out the other Onward Project podcasts—Happier with Gretchen Rubin, andSide Hustle School . If you liked this episode, ’S please subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends! LINKS: Nome Schoolhouse: https://nomeschoolhouse.com Bandolier Mila Crossbody Phone Case: https://amzn.to/4dYdsAI Bandolier Expanded Pouch: https://www.bandolierstyle.com/products/pebble-leather-expanded-zip-pouch-black-rose-gold?variant=43207593361444&utm_source=AMZN_US_ShopDirect\ Cozy Earth Sheets: https://amzn.to/4ecRvwK You with the Sad Eyes by Christina Applegate: https://amzn.to/4uYZjte Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Liz and Sarah are trying out a new pitch technique — instead of writing out their latest pitch word for word, they’re prepping it in bullet points to keep the flow more spontaneous. In The Mailroom, Sarah answers a question from a listener who’s wondering if she should have a baby on her own like Sarah did. The short answer? Do it! Then, in Take A Hike, Liz and Sarah talk about Designing Their Summer. Sarah is going to “move into her house” and Liz is planning a summer of “off-white delight.” Together, they’re going to write their novel! This week’s Hollywood Hack was inspired by a recent mixer Liz attended — put your last name on your name tag at networking events. Finally, Sarah recommends the Apple Playlist Gen X Threads by Elizabeth Maxwell. Get in touch on Instagram: @Sfain & @LizCraft Get in touch on Threads: @Sfain & @LizCraft Visit our website: https://happierinhollywood.com Sign up for Liz & Sarah’s free weekly Substack newsletter at https://happierinhollywoodpod.substack.com and Sarah’s Chickening Out Substack at https://happierinhollywood.substack.com. They’ll come right to your inbox! Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/HappierinHollywood/ Happier in Hollywood is part of ‘The Onward Project,’ a family of podcasts brought together by Gretchen Rubin—all about how to make your life better. Check out the other Onward Project podcasts—Happier with Gretchen Rubin, andSide Hustle School . If you liked this episode, ’S please subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends! LINKS: Feed Your Fertility by Emily Bartlett & Laura Erlich https://amzn.to/3RMgShb Knock Yourself Up by Louise Sloan: https://amzn.to/4fJ9xJa Going Solo by Genevieve Roberts: https://amzn.to/4nNKZ3I Choosing Single Motherhood: The Thinking Woman’s Guide by Mikki Morrissette: https://amzn.to/49puSUb Uniqlo Straight Jeans — Off White: https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/products/E482279-000/00?colorDisplayCode=01&sizeDisplayCode=028&pldDisplayCode=031 Gen X Threads Apple Playlist by Elizabeth Maxwell: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/gen-x-threads/pl.u-r2yB16XCP37j6l Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Liz and Sarah talk about why it’s helpful to prepare small talk topics before a Zoom meeting. Knowing how to fill that awkward time before everyone arrives will reduce your anxiety and improve meeting flow! In The Mailroom, they answer a listener question about reality TV lingo. Then, in Take Two, Liz and Sarah revisit the topic of projects they once thought were dead coming suddenly back to life. This week’s Hollywood Hack can make life easier — try the weird tech thing that intimidates you. Finally, Sarah recommends some of her favorite Verticals on DramaBox, including All the Little Ways I Love You, Chained by Affection, and Like Roses, In Summer’s Tender Kiss. Get in touch on Instagram: @Sfain & @LizCraft Get in touch on Threads: @Sfain & @LizCraft Visit our website: https://happierinhollywood.com Sign up for Liz & Sarah’s free weekly Substack newsletter at https://happierinhollywoodpod.substack.com and Sarah’s Chickening Out Substack at https://happierinhollywood.substack.com. They’ll come right to your inbox! Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/HappierinHollywood/ Happier in Hollywood is part of ‘The Onward Project,’ a family of podcasts brought together by Gretchen Rubin—all about how to make your life better. Check out the other Onward Project podcasts—Happier with Gretchen Rubin, andSide Hustle School . If you liked this episode, ’S please subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends! LINKS: Kayla’s song suggestions: Icona Pop's I LOVE IT Bruno Mars' UPTOWN FUNK Lorde's GREEN LIGHT DramaBox: https://www.dramaboxdb.com/ Han— Back to Life music video: https://youtu.be/F0UIsSnotlA?si=qcvGjRv2ggsXkAUc KC and the Sunshine Band - Boogie Shoes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ia0zeuZMJbo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Liz and Sarah have turned in another draft of their pilot to Netflix, which means once again they’re in a suspended “Schroedinger’s Cat” state. For now, they’re going to assume the cat is alive and well! In Take A Hike, they discuss their new favorite aphorism — Don’t water dead roses. It reminds them to put their energy where it can actually make a difference. They also answer a fun Mailroom question about their favorite duos. Liz’s is Laverne and Shirley. Sarah’s is cheese and crackers because of her dogs Cheesy Feet and Crackers. This week’s Hollywood Hack smells delightful — the Veuve Cliquot candle. Finally, Sarah recommends the app DramaBox. Get in touch on Instagram: @Sfain & @LizCraft Get in touch on Threads: @Sfain & @LizCraft Visit our website: https://happierinhollywood.com Sign up for Liz & Sarah’s free weekly Substack newsletter at https://happierinhollywoodpod.substack.com and Sarah’s Chickening Out Substack at https://happierinhollywood.substack.com. They’ll come right to your inbox! Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/HappierinHollywood/ Happier in Hollywood is part of ‘The Onward Project,’ a family of podcasts brought together by Gretchen Rubin—all about how to make your life better. Check out the other Onward Project podcasts—Happier with Gretchen Rubin, andSide Hustle School . If you liked this episode, ’S please subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends! LINKS: Denitra Letrice on Threads: @denitraletrice Veuve Cliquot candle: https://perrineswine.com/products/veuve-clicquot-candle?srsltid=AfmBOorsZbYAaQdvIfMLiav_Uttl-EUeq1oAkAg9ewVsy47Xj9Jmhn1t Tequila Corrido: https://ilovetequilacorrido.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorhL8_yxp5wzt54x1vBrSPE1UIf0T7ScprkQ5PZKx4ygACLxXCn DramaBox: https://www.dramaboxdb.com/movie/42000003486/kissing-the-wrong-brother Reel Short: https://www.reelshort.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hacks, hacks, and more hacks! Liz and Sarah have been saving up Hollywood Hacks, and today they reveal them all! Looking for an inexpensive Chardonnay? Tired of carrying around your laptop? From Sarah’s new food dehydrator to the personalized candle holders Liz is lusting after, there’s something for everyone. Get in touch on Instagram: @Sfain & @LizCraft Get in touch on Threads: @Sfain & @LizCraft Visit our website: https://happierinhollywood.com Sign up for Liz & Sarah’s free weekly Substack newsletter at https://happierinhollywoodpod.substack.com. It will come right to your inbox! Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/HappierinHollywood/ Happier in Hollywood is part of ‘The Onward Project,’ a family of podcasts brought together by Gretchen Rubin—all about how to make your life better. Check out the other Onward Project podcasts—Happier with Gretchen Rubin, andSide Hustle School . If you liked this episode, ’S please subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends! LINKS: Sous vide immersion circulator: https://amzn.to/3NjzSBE Food dehydrator Psiidan: https://amzn.to/4pJifZw Kirkwood Signature Chardonnay at Costco: https://sameday.costco.com/store/costco/products/19232553-kirkland-signature-chardonnay-sonoma-750ml-750-ml Rhode Pocket Blush: https://amzn.to/49pGneU Il Makiage Power Camo Redness Defense Primer Treatment: https://amzn.to/3YL14f0 Bandolier: https://www.bandolierstyle.com/products/remi-magnet-wallet-crossbody-phone-case-black-gold Bandolier AirPod Case: https://www.bandolierstyle.com/products/avery-airpod-pouch-with-connector-black-gold?variant=39661605912612 Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad: https://amzn.to/49FqoYO Effing Candle Co: https://effingcandleco.com/collections/all?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19728636645&gbraid=0AAAAAoOI0LJqw9gzaJ-_UX7xz8IQxEG_s&gclid=CjwKCAiAvaLLBhBFEiwAYCNTf5WMuVUCGZtfUJKmPKgHv43m0woB1bR8nYwSDwQxWuWfYIGl894VWRoCeIEQAvD_BwE Personalized Candle Holders: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1629885648/your-favorite-person-as-a-candle-holder?gpla=1&gao=1&&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_a-home_and_living&utm_custom1=_k_CjwKCAiA64LLBhBhEiwA-Pxgu1Mvk7c-ggPeLOraabanutHFGR-qvZzy16xAhHhBl8BkYYiqkE_hshoCrj8QAvD_BwE_k_&utm_content=go_21500568447_167985813319_716809480477_pla-303628061699_c__1629885648_12768591&utm_custom2=21500568447&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21500568447&gbraid=0AAAAADtcfRLD7WyANrolfkMUNCMSL4VtH&gclid=CjwKCAiA64LLBhBhEiwA-Pxgu1Mvk7c-ggPeLOraabanutHFGR-qvZzy16xAhHhBl8BkYYiqkE_hshoCrj8QAvD_BwE Curifurn Collapsible Rain Barrel: https://amzn.to/4pyosXX Marley’s Monsters Bowl Covers: https://amzn.to/3NomzQn Honeycomb Luxury Bamboo Toilet Paper: honeycombluxury.com/products/honeycomb-eco-friendly-toilet-tissue-24-rolls-box Hydro Flask Micro Bottle: https://amzn.to/3LfgIMI Miss Mary of Sweden Bras: https://amzn.to/4bCbyVv Forme Power Bra: https://forme.science/collections/womens-tops/products/power-bra?tw_source=google&tw_adid=&tw_campaign=22353733358&tw_kwdid=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22353736001&gbraid=0AAAAABwYagDOubc5A1ubbWmb6a3Ep965B&gclid=CjwKCAiAvaLLBhBFEiwAYCNTfzU5KS_dt7BRk7JYnXWBlYldWFR01BD8n9mmLNp4rdRRdRTEV0hqlxoCwawQAvD_BwE Vibration Plate: https://amzn.to/4sGmveL Weighted Vest: https://amzn.to/4qo258P Sarah’s Chickening Out Substack: https://happierinhollywood.substack.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Liz and Sarah discuss what they learned about New Hollywood in 2025 and how those lessons are impacting their approach to 2026. The key? Buy in! In Take Two, Liz grills Sarah about her Year of No Buying. How did it go? Is she still an overbuyer? In Hits & Bombs, Liz gives a Hit to Sarah for introducing her to the wonders of Legend Planner, and Sarah gives a Hit to Violet for her skill at gift-giving. This week’s Hollywood Hack will improve your shower experience — Kitsch shampoo and conditioner bags. Finally, Sarah has an exciting recommendation related to her plan to roast a chicken every week in 2026 — her new Substack newsletter Chickening Out. Get in touch on Instagram: @Sfain & @LizCraft Get in touch on Threads: @Sfain & @LizCraft Visit our website: https://happierinhollywood.com Sign up for Liz & Sarah’s free weekly Substack newsletter at https://happierinhollywoodpod.substack.com. It will come right to your inbox! Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/HappierinHollywood/ Happier in Hollywood is part of ‘The Onward Project,’ a family of podcasts brought together by Gretchen Rubin—all about how to make your life better. Check out the other Onward Project podcasts—Happier with Gretchen Rubin, andSide Hustle School . If you liked this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends! LINKS: Legend Planner: https://amzn.to/4ssHNww Kitsch Bar Shampoo & Conditioner: https://amzn.to/4pqAB1c Kitsch Bar Soap Saver Bags: https://amzn.to/4sqJNW5 Chickening Out Substack: https://happierinhollywood.substack.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Liz and Sarah are celebrating 450 episodes of Happier In Hollywood by sharing listeners’ favorite takeaways (and a few of their own). Some winners? Volunteers not recruits. People succeed in groups. Show up as yourself. And everyone’s favorite “get to steppin’” story from friend-of-the-pod Nichelle Tramble Spellman. Also Liz manages to squeeze in a bonus recommendation — Heated Rivalry on HBO Max. Get in touch on Instagram: @Sfain & @LizCraft Get in touch on Threads: @Sfain & @LizCraft Visit our website: https://happierinhollywood.com Sign up for Liz & Sarah’s free weekly Substack newsletter at https://happierinhollywoodpod.substack.com. It will come right to your inbox! Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/HappierinHollywood/ Happier in Hollywood is part of ‘The Onward Project,’ a family of podcasts brought together by Gretchen Rubin—all about how to make your life better. Check out the other Onward Project podcasts—Happier with Gretchen Rubin, andSide Hustle School . If you liked this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends! LINKS: Lizness School podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lizness-school/id1775855173?i=1000724051123 Hard As Hoof: https://amzn.to/3MNqE0c Giftful: https://giftful.com/ Ojai Olive Oil Company: https://ojaioliveoil.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqbhG3DkQfiymLw1jcSSBpV9fH5oOg0hxWjQ37jq7JFiRuH0yn9 Fresh-Pressed Olive Oil: https://freshpressedoliveoil.com/home/c/WA_GA_Q421_BRAND/?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=CPC_BRAND&utm_campaign=WA_GA_Q421_BRAND&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22221901806&gbraid=0AAAAADoizYfrLRUUFOb4CkqSC_Sa-fEUN&gclid=CjwKCAiA9aPKBhBhEiwAyz82J6_kErMjcVt0mo-aOsf5Enk4CqFZJEwSCfbOQbibUWv4o8ag81L8IxoCdgMQAvD_BwE Fearless Negotiating: The Wish-Want-Walk Method to Reaching Solutions That Work by Michael Donaldson: https://amzn.to/44JTW66 Heated Rivalry trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lKO26odltss See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices