How Nostalgia Bait Is Taking Your Money

In this month’s March Favourites episode, we chat about the next pop princess Holly Humberstone, where to get your knitwear in time for the cooler months…and the newest face mask from Byoma that the chicks are obsessed with!   🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Byoma Bio-Collagen Radiance Facial Mask Holly Humberstone – Spotify   Amelia Dimoldenberg’s Oscars Red Carpet Interviews Chloé Fall Runway – 2026 Fashion Week Shop Uniqlo Knitwear   ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube   🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yearning for a simpler time has never been more on trend…and the marketing world knows it. “Nostalgia bait” is all around us and is used as a tool to get you spending. We break down the concept of nostalgia, how these feelings can influence your shopping and how to reconnect with your childhood without breaking the bank!   🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Australians Could Transition To A 4-Day Work Week – Secret Melbourne People Are Finally Getting Sick Of Nostalgia In TV and Movies - VICE Nostalgia Marketing – Spiralytics How Nostalgia Affects the Younger Consumer – Data from Statista and Forbes   ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube   🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re spilling the tea with podcast host and content creator Gabbi Whipps! We take a deep dive into The Oscars, including that Timothée Chalamet joke, the death of brick-and-mortar stores, and answering the question – is 2026 the new 2016? What trends have stood the test of time?   🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Everything I Saw And Overheard At The Oscars - Vulture 2006 v 2016 Playlist Online sales data – Australian Bureau of Statistics Australians prefer to do their shopping in-store – Finder Shoppers return 30% of their online purchases – DHL Fewer brands are offering free online returns – Shippit Online retailers ditching free returns - Broadsheet New purchases ending up in Australian landfill – Good360   ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube   🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our love language is always getting more bang for your buck, but sometimes that means splurging on big ticket items that'll last. We're chatting the expensive purchases that are actually worth the price tag, including a game of smash or pass featuring the $$$ submissions sent in by you chicks.    🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS The 50 Best Cities In The World In 2026 Lululemon fined more than $700,000 for spam email breaches Afterpaid 2025 Report How Much Clothing Australian Women Buy Per Year - The Australia Institute CBRE’s Luxury Retail Report Big Girl Treasure Chest - TikTok How To Tell The Difference Between Solid Gold and Gold Plated Jewellery Magnet Jewellery Test Two Broke Chicks Episode – Cover Your Ass: Insurance Tips For Your 20s (Or Any Age) Medicare Levy Surcharge - ATO guide Medicare Levy Surcharge Explained - Finder Australian Taxation Office Eligibility to Claim Work Bags   ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube   🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feeling the distance with your bestie, returning to work after maternity leave, and a diabolical friends-with-benefits proposal. We get into some of the wild stories sent in by you chicks with our raw reactions, two cents & some (hopefully) helpful advice! Want your diabolical dilemma featured in the podcast? 💌 Send us an email at [email protected]. All submissions are kept anonymous.   🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS ⁠How To Change AI filter on Pinterest ⁠   ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW ⁠Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram ⁠Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok ⁠Join our Broke Chicks Club Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on Youtube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex HouriganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We unpack the concept of the elusive 'cool girl' you've likely seen all over your FYP. Because yes, it can sometimes be a source of inspiration but it's also a clever marketing strategy. We chat about the rise of the cool girl, how it's linked to trends designed to encourage you to shop and how to actually embrace your inner cool girl. Hint: it involves a bit of rebellion and a lot of being yourself! 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTSBy Rosie Jane Matilda PerfumeHow To Be An It Girl - Vogue BusinessAustralian Consumer Trends - The Fashion JournalMicro trends Are Taking Over Social Media - The Business InsiderStop Trying To Be Cool Girl - The Commonwealth TimesThe Cool Girl Trope - Strike MagazineThe Reality Of Dating A ‘Red Pill’ Man - ForbesCool People - The Journal Of Experimental Psychology The Cool Girl Myth - Back From The BorderlineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SPOILER FREE! I've broken down all the juicy parts book by book so you can skip to which part you want to listen to!Time Chapters: ACOTAR: 7:45 - 22:19Crescent City: 22:19 - 24:29Throne Of Glass 24:29 - 31:30Sarah J. Maas just appeared on Call Her Daddy and the internet is losing it. So we listened to the entire interview and broke down everything you might have missed.In this episode we go book by book through the Sarah J. Maas universe including A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR), Throne of Glass, and Crescent City to unpack the biggest reveals, behind-the-scenes insights, and fan theories she hinted at during the interview.We cover what Sarah J. Maas said about her writing process, the future of the ACOTAR series, how her characters come to life, and the moments that have BookTok and the fantasy community buzzing.If you’re a Sarah J. Maas fan, ACOTAR reader, or BookTok fantasy lover, this is your no-spoiler breakdown of the Call Her Daddy interview.Perfect for fans of:Sarah J. Maas • ACOTAR • Crescent City • Throne of Glass • fantasy romance • BookTok booksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever wanted to pack up your life and move to a new city? Well, Caitlin Emiko knows all about it. The Aussie-turned-NYC local talks moving to New York, sharing finances with her bestie & her top tips to building your personal brand. Plus, Caitlin shares a list of her go-to favourite brands that you need to add to your shopping lists..STAT! 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTSFollow Caitlin Emiko on InstagramFollow Caitlin Emiko on TikTok ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW ⁠Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram ⁠⁠Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok ⁠⁠Join our Broke Chicks Club Facebook Group 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your ultimate guide to thriving this autumn. From creating rituals to style tips to brighten up your wardrobe and a life changing hack way to find new books to read, we get into all the tips and tricks to embrace the cooler weather. 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTSActually, That's A Wig - The CutWhat Is The March Theory?The Psychology Of RitualsThe Undone Beauty TrendPinterest Predicts 2026 Trends⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Broke Chicks Club Facebook Group 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We chat eBay buys Depop, the America's Next Top Model Netflix doco & the $25 top that has become a wardrobe staple in this month's February Favourites episode. Plus, Al shares a list of her current drugstore makeup faves that you need to add to cart, like, yesterday.. 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTSeBay to Buy DepopFollow Psychicish Podcast on TikTokCovergirl Illuminating BronzerNYX Lip Lingerie Lip StainNYX Slick Click Lip GlossNude By Nature Perfect Skin Filter FoundationLoreal Lumi Glotion Loreal Lumi Glotion Bronzer StickCotton On Billie Off The Shoulder Shirt⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW ⁠Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram ⁠⁠Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok ⁠⁠Join our Broke Chicks Club Facebook Group🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.