Episodes

Well, we’ve done it in a bed, a hotel and now the back seat of a van. YES, we mean recording the G&F podcast: on the road again! Erin confesses a goofy hygiene purchase mix-up, why a flight to California had an unexpected overnight in Edmonton, Lisa's gratitude jar of ’23, and why it’s NEVER too la…

New year, new theme, same US! Queenagers Lisa and Erin bring you what’s in/out for 2024 (you’ll never take away our leggings!). What the Pantone colour of the year is meant to evoke and how to ease it in. A painful device was actually a welcome Christmas gift for Erin, while Lisa’s literally doing …

It’s our last episode of ’23 and we’re not TOO punchy at all! Lisa and Erin talk about the ins and outs of a white Christmas (and how likely you are to get one), why Winter Solstice means “lighten up, y’all,” plus some happy puppy news, what we searched this year and a touching piece on grief at th…

In our latest Episode, Lisa & Erin discuss what teachers REALLY want for the Holidays, suggest a super read by a big TV star, talk digging out the good dishes, plus do you still send cards? OH! And big news about a FREE online event in January that we’re having with YOU! Don't miss Canada’s favour…

Guess we are officially Golden Girls 'cause it’s our 50th episode! We have a few words for you thanks to Merriam Webster’s picks for ’23, and a couple we should’ve used on the DUMBEST comment we’ve ever gotten. Also: a quiz for you about the 5W’s (+ how much) of tipping, the “buy me a coffee” trend…

Stretching your grocery buck with some fridge feng shui, carry-on luggage getting out of hand (literally), Erin’s newfound holiday suck-it-up-itude, and a short ode/lament to GLITTER. Dive in to Episode 49 FREE thanks to @envypillow. #food #savings #fengshui #travel #holidays #grief #laughs #frien…

Episode 48 of Gracefully and Frankly is going to the dogs, including an email that gave Erin paws! What makes "home" feel that way to you? Why tech is worth the trouble when you travel. And Lisa's dermatologist makes Santa's naughty list. Listen and please don't forget to subscribe! It's free thank…

This week is crackling good (seriously!): Lisa takes a spin - in the worst way, a self-checkout BS check, taking a gift to a dinner (a misstep?) and what to do with clothes if the designer is a serial sex offender. We cover a lot, so settle in and enjoy and be sure to let us know your thoughts via…

We’ve got a brand new Gracefully & Frankly podcast Episode 46 and today we tackle the trouble with seeing the world - from our front doors' Christmas wreaths before Nov. 11 to the woes of war - in black and white. Giving birth to a book (as painful as it sounds) plus a listener writes and Lisa help…

In Episode 45: the dumbest thing one of us said to a celeb, why #Beckham on #Netflix is must-see, when is the best time to dine, how puppies are REALLY made (from an eyewitness) and the gadget that may save you or a gift recipient a whole lot of money and hassle. Don’t miss this one, at G-and-F.Sim…

We know our podcast @GracefullyandFrankly usually drops Thursdays, but tonight, a special edition. Lisa Brandt and I had a lot to get off our chests - and hearts - about Matthew Perry: his struggles, his family's pain, the joy of what he brought us and the sadness that accompanies his loss. Thank y…

Episode 43 is The Italian Job - Lisa has returned from her amazing trip with cautionary tales of the travel and Airbnb type, a fashion faux pas or deux she’s proud of, a gorgeous man and her husband’s hilarious reaction to Lisa’s appreciation, plus a LOT of laughs. Join us for free courtesy of enVy…

Another Best-Of/New Stuff Hybrid awaits you in Episode 42 - Erin had a LOT of questions (bet you do, too) about Lisa’s time working in a nudist camp! We’ll talk hormones and what your Dr. may not know; and there’s no known cure for foot-in-mouth-itis, which both Lisa & Erin suffer from. And flagell…

This week our best-of/new-stuff hybrids continue with Episode 41 - revisiting Dottie’s arrival in Erin’s life, Lisa’s shared childhood trauma and why you need to listen to that inner voice, how a Libra isn’t always balanced (with bruises to prove it) and talking to kids in public…yikes. Download Gr…

We continue Lisa’s whirlwind trip with a dip into the past: it’s a Best-of with NEW chat too - Lisa trolls a romance scammer (hilarious!), Erin loses a bosom buddy while running, Lisa’s Minnie Mouse footwear, plus a traveller’s VERY best friend - next to a good podcast! Download Gracefully and Fran…

Two Queenagers and one’s about to head off for a dream trip (with three hybrid best-of’s/new stuff episodes on the way!) - listen to why @goodpodsHQ named G&F one of their picks, and this week we have questions about those “hand-tossed in Italy” pizza ads, tips for avoiding jet lag (spoiler alert: …

From Lisa’s CBD OMG to Erin’s get-rich-quick shower idea, preparing you for an uptick in Autumnal romance (and why), plus what scents are sexiest this time of year, enjoy Episode 38 free wherever you download podcasts, thanks to enVypillow.com. Find out why GoodPods made us one of their PICKS this …

This may be our FRANKEST chat ever: Erin’s finally ‘fessing up about a breast implant that went sideways - literally - we talk bra fittings, and because it’s not all about the “girls”, these two Queenagers discuss the job with least dissatisfaction, and yeah, worst TV endings ever. Weigh in at face…

In Episode 36: Lisa’s losing sleep over her CPAP, Erin learns a little about handling the unexpected with dementia, plus we look at a hot health tip, and why Canadians are SO angry! Listen free (thanks to enVypillow.com) wherever you download podcasts and thanks for being part of our G&F family! #f…

For our 35th, is THIS time the real New Year's for you, too? Plus, an idea that brought a true lightbulb moment for Erin (and maybe for you), cool use for AI that could save lives, PSL and media being manipulated, that time in NYC that Lisa could have inspired a Law and Order episode and a WHOLE BU…

Erin relates a firsthand account of her sister's experience with the West Kelowna infernos…what would YOU do? Witness stoicism at its most inspiring. Plus ageism: look out! The call is coming from inside your house…or your head. How to recognize it! And you can’t beat this: Lisa gets a boost in her…

In Episode 33, Lisa confesses to a moment of hilarious blurtation, thanks to a guy with an F-word flag. How this time in summer can be a metaphor for our lives, plus Erin got yelled at (and not in a nice way) by a stranger; did she have it coming? Listen and let us know at our Gracefully and Frankl…

NEW on our Gracefully & Frankly #podcast Episode 32 - volume UP - LOTS to take in (including - do separate beds strengthen a partnership?) plus this listener email that cracked up Lisa Brandt and me! Listen #FREE wherever you download #podcasts and thanks for your AMAZING support (and especially to…

This week's Gracefully and Frankly podcast should come with a Snort Warning. We had so many laughs but went deeper into the lack of critical thinking, perils of expecting reviews from people like US, caftans (?!) and SO much more. Listen free wherever you download podcasts and THANK YOU for helping…