Welcome back to The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., where we help women step into strength, vitality, and purpose at every stage of life. Today, we're diving into the world of stress-free holiday shopping — how to save money, avoid chaos, and find meaningful gifts without losing your mind (or your budget).

Our guest is Anne-Marie Conte, Deputy Editor at Wirecutter, the product-recommendation powerhouse from The New York Times that millions trust for unbiased, expertly tested reviews. With more than 20 years of experience across iconic publications — including Jane, Seventeen, and Women's Day — Anne-Marie brings a wealth of knowledge on smart spending, consumer behavior, and joyful gifting.

If you want to simplify your holiday shopping, understand how to spot real deals versus fake discounts, and pick gifts people actually love, this episode is for you.

Tune in as Anne-Marie and Linda break down shipping deadlines, curbside hacks, price-tracking tools, unique gift ideas, and insider tips every woman should know heading into the busiest shopping season of the year.

Holiday Timing & Logistics
• The real shipping deadlines — and why this year's window is tighter
• Why December 14th may be your last "safe" order date
• How to use curbside pickup strategically (and avoid impulse shopping)

Smart Spending & Price Tracking
• How retailers use "fake sales" — and how to spot them
• Tools Wirecutter uses to verify real deals
• How Keepa, CamelCamelCamel, and Google Shopping protect your wallet

Gifts People Actually Want
• Unexpected treasures from grocery stores and pharmacies
• Why small businesses are hit hardest (and how to support them)
• Stocking up: candles, olive oil, toys, ornaments, and go-to standbys

Secondhand Gifting: When It Works
• The art of choosing "pre-loved" wisely
• How to know if your recipient will appreciate a thrifted treasure

Last-Minute Genius Gift Ideas
• Flavor salts (smoked, vanilla, spicy)
• Pantry upgrades
• Small luxuries people never buy for themselves

Lifestyle, Legacy & Parenting
• Anne-Marie's viral 'duck lamp' gift story
• What she's learned after decades as a service journalist
• Why gifts with meaning matter more than gifts with price tags

"A real deal isn't just a lower price — it's a price that's lower than it's been all year." — Anne-Marie Conte

"The best gifts aren't extravagant; they're thoughtful. It's the small luxuries people never buy for themselves that feel the most special." — Anne-Marie Conte

"Holiday shopping doesn't have to be stressful — you just need a plan, a deadline, and a few smart tools." — Anne-Marie Conte

• Wirecutter Homepage
https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/
• Wirecutter Deals
https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/deals/
• Anne-Marie's "Ask Wirecutter" Column
https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/blog/category/ask-wirecutter/
• NYT Shopping Deadline Guide
(If applicable depending on season)

• Keepa — Amazon price history
https://keepa.com
• CamelCamelCamel — Deal tracking
https://camelcamelcamel.com
• Google Shopping (Price Tracking)
https://shopping.google.com

On this week's Motivation Monday, we're discussing what voices are worth listening to, and which you need to tune out.

On today's episode, we're talking about having a comeback. Linda has faced her fair share of challenges - from devastating injuries to self-doubt. Yet, time and time again, she has proven that with unwavering determination, a resilient mindset, and an unshakable faith, one can emerge from the depths of adversity stronger and more fulfilled than ever before. In this captivating address, Linda shares her personal journey of triumph over tragedy, offering listeners the inspiration and practical wisdom they need to dust themselves off, get back up, and forge ahead towards the life they were destined to live. Prepare to be empowered and reminded that our greatest comebacks are often born from our darkest moments.

Welcome back to The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., where we celebrate strength, heart, and the connections that shape who we become.

Today, we're joined by a voice you may already know — from ESPN's Hall of Fame show with WWE legend Booker T, from The Brad Gilmore Show, or from his hit Back to the Future Podcast.
Brad Gilmore is a Houston-based TV host, radio personality, award-winning podcaster, and author — and now he's stepping into an entirely new creative chapter with his heartwarming new children's book, There's Something Really Great About a Grandma.

This 42-page treasure is a nostalgic, joy-filled celebration of grandmas everywhere — the laughter, the treats, the wisdom, and the irreplaceable magic of bedtime stories. Blending childhood wonder with Brad's signature storytelling charm, the book is a love letter to family, memory, and the women who help shape our earliest dreams.

In this conversation, Brad shares what inspired the story, how his own grandmother influenced his life, the creative shift from pop-culture author to children's writer, his collaboration with illustrator Timothy J. Marino, and what he hopes families experience when reading this book together.

If you love stories that uplift, warm your heart, and celebrate the generations who raised us — you're in for a treat.

• The personal inspiration behind There's Something Really Great About a Grandma

• Brad's favorite childhood memories with his grandmother

• How he transitioned from writing about time travel and James Bond to picture books

• The creative partnership behind the book's warm, expressive illustrations

• Why the bond between grandmas and grandkids is universally powerful

• How Brad's TV, radio, and podcasting career shaped his writing voice

• His thoughts on legacy, family, and what makes grandmas "really great"

• 📚 Book – There's Something Really Great About a Grandma: Amazon Listing Amazon

• 📸 Instagram: @bradgilmore Instagram

• 🌐 Linktree Profile (multiple links): linktr.ee/bradgilmore

Be sure to follow Brad at @BradGilmore on Instagram and check out his shows on ESPN and the CW Network.
Brad, thank you again for joining the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T.!

Welcome back to The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., where we help women step into strength, vitality, and purpose — body, mind, and spirit.

Today, we're jet-setting across the globe with actress, filmmaker, and travel expert Marcia Kimpton, daughter of the late Bill Kimpton, founder of the iconic Kimpton Hotels. Marcia's passion for adventure and storytelling has taken her to more than 50 countries — and now she's bringing that wanderlust straight to your ears.

She joins us to talk about her new dark comedy, An American in Amsterdam, streaming May 1 exclusively on her new app, Kimpton Travels and Films — a cinematic travel platform where you can watch her movies, explore her favorite destinations, and discover luxury travel hacks on a budget.

In this twenty-minute conversation, Marcia shares her secrets for clean-eating abroad, how to stay fit while traveling, and the mindset that keeps her fearless and fabulous wherever she goes.

Whether you're dreaming of Parisian cafés or biking through Amsterdam, this episode will inspire you to live boldly, travel beautifully, and create adventure wherever you are. ✈️💫

• How to travel luxuriously on a budget

• The inspiration behind An American in Amsterdam

• How travel fuels creativity and confidence

• Marcia's clean-eating and fitness tips for staying balanced abroad

• Why her new app is changing how we experience film and travel

• 🌐 Website: marciakimpton.com

• 🎬 Kimpton Travels & Films App: KimptonTravelsAndFilms.com (available May 1)

• 📸 Instagram: @marciakimpton

• 📰 Recent press:

  • Miami Living Magazine

  • Eletom Magazine

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• 🎥 Watch Bardo Blues now on Amazon Prime Video

On this week's Motivation Monday, we're discussing agism and why your dreams don't depend on your age.

On this week's Let it Rip Friday, we're sharing an episode from the Sisters of Fitness, on overcoming, and so much more.