Hope is a Practice

This week, Busy and Caissie are processing. The election. Underwater aliens. Why some men spread into every space. Men, why??? SPONSORS: Wildgrain.com/BUSY PROMO CODE: BUSY for $30 off your first box of bake from frozen artisanal breads, pastries and pastas. PLUS A FREE ITEM IN EVERY BOX! Honeylove.com/BEST20 for up to 50% off sitewide on the best shapewear and bras in the biz! This month only. DrinkLMNT.com/BEST for a free 8 flavor sample pack of LMNT electrolyte drink mix with any order. CornbreadHemp.com/BEST CODE: BEST for 30% off your first order of America’s first ever USDA organic THC Gummies. Cuddly.com/BEST to make a donation that supports animal welfare organizations all over the world! For every $20 one-time donation, Cuddly will gift a snuggly blanket to a rescue animal in need. shopify.com/herbest for your one dollar-per-month trial period.

This week, Busy and Caissie decided to, separately, get out of town for a week, but before they went, they recorded this episode where they talked a little bit about their feelings before answering some listener advice questions and sharing a really special Bestie’s letter to them. SPONSORS: http://blueland.com/BEST for 15% off your first order of beautiful, endlessly refillable home cleaning products http://ForiaWellness.com/BEST CODE: BEST for 20% off your 1st order of all-natural plant based intimacy products for mind-blowing sex http://ThriveCausemetics.com/BEST for 20% off your first order of innovative cosmetics, including Busy’s fave Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara and Bigger Than Beauty skincare. Plus, your purchase benefits some great causes! http://Dinnerly.com/offer/BEST CODE: BEST for up to 27 FREE meals http://Betterhelp.com/BUSY for 10% off your 1st month of flexible, affordable, online therapy http://Shopbeam.com/BUSY CODE: BUSY for up to 40% off Beam’s best-selling Dream Powder, the bedtime hot cocoa mix that helps you sleep

This week, Busy and Caissie are coming to you a little bit early because they know you might need something to listen to while you wait in a possibly incredibly long line to vote, or maybe you need someone to keep you company and keep you distracted as you wait for any election results to start rolling in. No matter what the coming days bring, no matter what happens, we love you and we’re so proud of all that you’ve done. SPONSORS: http://JenniKayne.com CODE: BUSY15 for 15% off your first order of luxurious cashmere sweaters, clothing, candles and homegoods. http://CornbreadHemp.com/BEST CODE: BEST for 30% off your first order of America’s first ever USDA organic THC Gummies. http://HiyaHealth.com/BUSY for 50% off your first order of pediatrician approved superpowered chewable children’s vitamins! http://shopify.com/herbest for your one dollar-per-month trial period http://Joniperiodbook.com to submit your period story for possible inclusion in The Book On Periods from Joni Period Products. Every participant will be entered for a chance to win a year’s supply of Joni Period Products, worth $300 http://Smalls.com/BEST promo code BEST or 50% off your first order PLUS free shipping on the protein packed, preservative free cat food of the 21st century!

This week, Busy talks about which icon she met backstage at a Billie Eilish concert and how she is trying not to be so much of a pusher. And Caissie is celebrating her 26th wedding anniversary with a disgusting infected eye that was cleverly concealed by Stephanie the magical makeup artist for a QVC photo shoot! SPONSORS: http://Dinnerly.com/offer/BEST CODE: BEST for up to 27 FREE meals http://OakEssentials.com CODE: BP15 for 15% off your first order of hydrating skincare must haves http://Joniperiodbook.com to submit your period story for possible inclusion in The Book On Periods from Joni Period Products. Every participant will be entered for a chance to win a year’s supply of Joni Period Products, worth $300 http://HoneyLove.com/BEST20 CODE: BEST20 for 20% off the world’s best shaping built into shapewear, intimates and outerwear. http://Cuddly.com/BEST to make a donation that supports animal welfare organizations all over the world! For every $20 one-time donation, Cuddly will gift a snuggly blanket to a rescue animal in need. http://DrinkLMNT.com/BEST for a free 8 flavor sample pack of LMNT electrolyte drink mix with any order

Busy and Caissie are hard at work on “Busy This Week” for QVC+. Find out which huge celebrity declined to be set up on a date with Busy, and what Caissie’s version of long-distance phone sex is with her husband. SPONSORS: http://HelixSleep.com/Best to receive their fabulous October offer, 20% off all Helix mattresses, delivered to your door http://ThriveCausemetics.com/BEST for 20% off your first order of innovative cosmetics, including Busy’s fave Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara and Bigger Than Beauty skincare. Plus, your purchase benefits some great causes! http://ForiaWellness.com/BEST CODE: BEST for 20% off your 1st order of all-natural plant based intimacy products for mind-blowing sex http://blueland.com/BEST for 15% off your first order of beautiful, endlessly refillable home cleaning products http://Betterhelp.com/BUSY for 10% off your 1st month of flexible, affordable, online therapy http://Wildgrain.com/BUSY PROMO CODE: BUSY for $30 off your first box of bake from frozen artisanal breads, pastries and pastas. PLUS FREE CROISSANTS!

This week, Busy thinks the internet has broken her brain and is contemplating doing something drastic with her phone, and Caissie explains how she was tricked into staying at the office until 11PM. Then, Liuba Grechen Shirley, founder of Vote Mama stops by to talk about all the moms who are running for office this election and what we can do to support them. Then, Busy and Caissie share some good news they got this week, which would not have been possible without all of you! SPONSORS: http://Cuddly.com/BEST to make a donation that supports animal welfare organizations all over the world! For every $20 one-time donation, Cuddly will gift a snuggly blanket to a rescue animal in need. http://shopify.com/herbest for your one dollar-per-month trial period http://Joniperiodbook.com to submit your period story for possible inclusion in The Book On Periods from Joni Period Products. All submissions must be received by 10/15/24 and every participant will be entered for a chance to win a year’s supply of Joni Period Products, worth $300 http://Smalls.com/BEST promo code BEST or 50% off your first order PLUS free shipping on the protein packed, preservative free cat food of the 21st century! http://HiyaHealth.com/BUSY for 50% off your first order of pediatrician approved superpowered chewable children’s vitamins!

This week, Busy’s talking a little bit about the latest development in her unique living situation, and Caissie is leaning into joy in the form of finally being able to discuss getting to be the very first guest to stay overnight in the Purple Rain House, thanks to Busy and AirBnB! Then, Biz and Cais are thrilled to talk to the very energetic and inspiring founder of Thrive Causemetics, Karissa Bodnar, about how she came up with the formula for their favorite mascara, Liquid Lash Extensions, and the touching story of what moved her to create a company that isn’t just about making us look good, but also doing good for so many. Plus, find out why Busy didn’t have time for Patrick Swayze’s ghost at her pottery studio this week! SPONSORS: http://Joniperiodbook.com to submit your period story for possible inclusion in The Book On Periods from Joni Period Products. All submissions must be received by 10/15/24 and every participant will be entered for a chance to win a year’s supply of Joni Period Products, worth $300 http://DrinkLMNT.com/BEST for a free 8 flavor sample pack of LMNT electrolyte drink mix with any order http://Betterhelp.com/BUSY for 10% off your 1st month of flexible, affordable, online therapy http://ThriveCausemetics.com/BEST for 20% off your first order of innovative cosmetics, including Busy’s fave Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara and Bigger Than Beauty skincare. Plus, your purchase benefits some great causes! http://HelixSleep.com/Best to receive their fabulous October offer, 20% off all Helix mattresses, delivered to your door

This week, feminist writer Jessica Valenti visits Busy and Caissie to discuss her new book, "Abortion: Our Bodies, Their Lies, and the Truths We Use to Win.” Find out whose penis all three women hope shrivels up and falls off! Plus, Busy’s a little bit tipsy and she’s serving up a hot take you might not believe! SPONSORS: http://Ketone.com/BUSY for 30% off your first subscription order & a free six pack of Ketone-IQ, high performance energy http://blueland.com/BEST for 15% off your first order of beautiful, endlessly refillable home cleaning products http://Seed.com/25Best CODE: 25BEST for 25% off your first month of Seed’s DS-01 daily synbiotic http://Smalls.com/BEST promo code BEST or 50% off your first order PLUS free shipping on the protein packed, preservative free cat food of the 21st century!

This week, Busy talks about how wrong things went when she met Vice President Kamala Harris out on the road, and Caissie discusses how she’s preparing for the eclipse. Plus, their friend, Mark Duplass stops by after the Emmys to talk about a new Netflix show he created called Penelope, and how he strives to lift people up. SPONSORS http://LolaVie.com CODE: BEST for 15% off your entire order of award-winning hair care that is Jennifer Anniston approved! (Note: One promo code per order, offers cannot be combined.) http://ThriveCausemetics.com/BEST for 10% off your first order of innovative cosmetics, including Busy’s fave Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara and Bigger Than Beauty skincare. Plus, your purchase benefits some great causes! http://ForiaWellness.com/BEST CODE: BEST for 20% off your 1st order of all-natural plant based intimacy products for mind-blowing sex http://HungryRoot.com/BUSY for 40% off your first order of fresh high quality food and ready-to-make recipes delivered to your door PLUS free veggies for life. http://shopify.com/herbest for your one dollar-per-month trial period http://Seed.com/25Best CODE: 25BEST for 25% off your first month of Seed’s DS-01 daily synbiotic

This week, Busy and Caissie are talking about magic and the magic of nipple bras. BUT THEN, they are joined by the one…the only CONNIE BRITTON! Find out what Connie’s doing her best at this week! SPONSORS: http://blueland.com/BEST for 15% off your first order of beautiful, endlessly refillable home cleaning products http://Betterhelp.com/BUSY for 10% off your 1st month of flexible, affordable, online therapy http://HiyaHealth.com/BUSY for 50% off your first order of pediatrician approved superpowered chewable children’s vitamins! http://Wildgrain.com/BUSY PROMO CODE: BUSY for $30 off your first box of bake from frozen artisanal breads, pastries and pastas. PLUS FREE CROISSANTS! http://Ketone.com/BUSY for 30% off your first subscription order & a free six pack of Ketone-IQ, high performance energy