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Can I snoop in my boss’s desk to find out if my coworkers are making more than me? Surely there are better ways! (There are. We’ve got ‘em here.) BonfireWomen.com Suzanne: @suzannemuchin Rachel: @rachelbellow Produced by Jenn Bane, M. Harris & Co. Mixed, edited, scored by Ryan Dieringer, Welterweight Sound Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Public speaking must-do’s to get your colleagues to shut up and listen. BonfireWomen.com Suzanne: @suzannemuchin (IG) Rachel: @rachelbellow (IG) Produced by Jenn Bane, M. Harris & Co. Mixed, edited, scored by Ryan Dieringer, Welterweight Sound Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do I say “I don’t know” without sounding like a moron? It’s all in the delivery. We’ll share how to nail this — and how to fail this. Because we have both failed at this one. (PSST: It’s a new season of Bonfire. Every week we’ll answer one burning question, and we’re kicking off with a banger.) BonfireWomen.com  Suzanne: [social media] Rachel: [social media] Produced by Jenn Bane, M. Harris & Co. Mixed, edited, scored by Ryan Dieringer, Welterweight Sound Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if there were no changes in the new year? What if there was no “new year, new me?” What if the mantra was simply “New Year. This is me.” What would that require of you? In this episode, Rachel and Suzanne challenge the myth that we must improve ourselves and set resolutions for the year. Perhaps what we really need to do is the opposite:… radical self-acceptance. This episode contains an epic three-part exercise that will reset your inner barometer and leave you feeling exactly like…you!.. We believe every word of this one.  You won’t want to miss it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we navigate the final stretch of the 2022 year, Rachel and Suzanne will take your hand and guide you to the finish line. They dispel the ubiquitous self-improvement rhetoric that haunts women this time of year. Rachel and Suzanne remind you to disregard New Years' resolutions and remember you are already where you need to be! In the end, they answer lightning round questions from various younger listeners, and share their hot takes! This episode has everything from the cryptocurrency meltdown to James Charles. You won’t want to miss it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Parvati Shallow is an American television personality and winner of Survivor: Micronesia. She is best known for spearheading the show's first all-female alliance and has since become a serious student of female power. Rachel and Suzanne talk with Parvati and discuss the witching ways female power works in the world. This episode is magic.  You won’t want to miss it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 1 Teaser, Rachel and Suzanne are back! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever thought about why a “friend” stopped replying? Maybe you never heard back from a prospective employer? In this premier episode, Rachel and Suzanne take on the growing phenomenon of Ghosting. They listen to three callers who’ve been ghosted or have ghosted themselves and break it down in real-time. Rachel and Suzanne will dispel some sticky myths and tell you what to do when this happens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why is it that when women display their vulnerabilities and downplay their strengths, they are “relatable” and “brave,” but when they proudly embody their power and skills they are alienated? In this little shorty of an episode, Rachel and Suzanne discuss power, self-confidence, and nude photo shoots. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

You don’t always know exactly when the time is right to make a big move - when to leave a job, when to change careers, when to have kids. No one is going to tell you whether or when to make those decisions in your life. But Rachel and Suzanne sure have a lot of experience doing it for themselves, and in this episode they’ll give you a few guidelines to follow to help along the way. Heads up - sometimes betting on yourself means you end up recording an entire podcast with a wet tile saw in the background.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Five years ago (!!), Rachel and Suzanne did an episode all about their (not so secret) inner selves - the person who comes out during moments of pressure or stress; their inner hulk. Everybody has one - and you likely know exactly who yours is. In this updated version of that episode, they dive back in to help you understand what to actually do when your hulk comes out.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you’re leading a team or running a company, how and when to communicate on issues can be the most crucial and difficult decision you make. Whether you’re taking a stand on a cultural issue, or delivering a piece of difficult news, it can sometimes feel like entering a minefield. But don’t worry, Rachel and Suzanne have set off plenty of mines before and they’ve got strategy for days.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This one’s for those of you who may just be getting to know us… or for listeners who have been waiting, hoping, asking for Rachel and Suzanne to finally lift the curtain already. Just a little start-of-summer get-to-know-ya treat. Enjoy.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Whether you are ready for your hot vax summer or you are hiding under your covers, the prospect of re-entry means a reckoning for us all. What does it mean to come back to your life - and what would you rather leave in the Before Times? In this episode, Rachel and Suzanne talk about taking stock of your life and how to figure out what is better left behind. It’s bespoke, baby.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rachel and Suzanne are the poster children for change - they know better than most that you can’t just “set and forget” your identity. But how do you know if you’re in the right place for right now? Stay tuned for a recipe to help yourself become more yourself, over and over again. And listen up for some bonus branding advice along the way.    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We've all heard the mantra "no excuses" - but Rachel and Suzanne know, it's not that simple. When you just can't get something done, making excuses feels really bad (and PSA: everyone knows when you're doing it), so we're giving you an alternative. You’ll never have to make excuses again.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this special two-part episode, Rachel and Suzanne explain why in any argument, the solution is never just to "hug it out." In part two, they show you exactly how best to resolve a major argument with someone you care about by delving into the painful memories of the worst fight they ever had, and how they worked through it.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this special two-part episode, Rachel and Suzanne explain why in any argument, the solution is never just to "hug it out." In part one, they share their stories of past interpersonal conflicts and breaches of trust, and why the only way out of a disagreement is through.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Everyone has little micro pockets of free time throughout their day, but how you choose to use them says a lot about you. If you're a Rachel, you refuse to work at all during those little bits of free time. If you're a Suzanne, you have your entire day planned out, down to the minute. Rachel and Suzanne examine their own time management habits, and help you figure out how to better use your micro pockets and enjoy your day.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Boundaries and ultimatums: what's the difference? Is there one? In this episode, Rachel and Suzanne ponder why boundaries are so important in any relationship, and reflect on past ultimatums set with friends and family. They discuss when its best to set boundaries, as well as the warning signs that tell you its time to issue an ultimatum. Most importantly, Rachel and Suzanne help YOU learn how to set healthy boundaries and use ultimatums effectively at work and in your life. (Book reference: Caste by Isabel Wilkerson)   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.