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"Looking Up My Enemies’ Charts” | Astrology

Hey! Hey you! Look up! This week, Stephanie and Melissa buckle all of us into their intergalactic school bus and dive deep into * the stars *. We're talking astrology. Tune in as Steph discovers her Taurus Moon and finally forgives herself for loving nice bed sheets. Mel realizes ...  Show more

"F*ck Your Chart.” | Getting Kids Ready in the Morning

Good morning! This one's for anyone who knows the often-fresh hell of having to get a kid ready in the morning. It's also for the former kids. So I guess, this one's for everyone! This week, Stephanie and Melissa tackle the chaos of getting kids ready ("Why is no one readyyyy?" - ...  Show more

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