Su is joined by a bevy of guests who are challenging us all to examine ourselves, our relationships, and our carts. Kia Miakka Natisse and Yowei Shaw, the hosts of NPR’s legendary Invisibilia podcast, share strategies for making the best of emotional shopping and why open carts are great for narrative tension. Later, Mimi Zhu discusses their new book, Be Not Afraid of Love — the October pick for Lemonada’s book club that forever changed Su’s perspective. Their cart is helping them stay present and connect with their inner child. Plus, we’re doing a giveaway for our 100th episode! To enter, leave us a voicemail at 833-453-6662 and tell us one product you 100% certify.

If you’re experiencing abuse or violence, there are resources available from caring providers:
BlackLine, peer support and counseling with an LGBTQ+ Black femme lens: 1-800-604-5841
Trans Lifeline, grassroots call center divested from police: 1-877-565-8860
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. 

To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below. 
Learn how to be the dom or the sub…in a conversation! From Kasia Urbaniak’s “A Woman’s Guide to Power Unbound”
By the way, listen to Yowei’s interview with Kasia on Invisibilia 
Kia is eyeing the Skatie Penny Top in Sedona
Yowei is taking advice from the “GuRu” herself, RuPaul
As the podcast host she is, Kia is interested in learning at the Sound Healing Academy
Mimi’s book “Be Not Afraid of Love” from Pengiun Rangom House is life-altering
“Windswept Adan” by Ichiko Aoba is the soundtrack to Mimi’s days
They’re tapping into their inner child by building Gundam models
PYM’s gummies help Su be proactive about mental hygiene 
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Su is joined by a bevy of guests who are challenging us all to examine ourselves, our relationships, and our carts. Kia Miakka Natisse and Yowei Shaw, the hosts of NPR’s legendary <a href="https://www.npr.org/programs/invisibilia/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=ppc&amp;utm_campaign=15025261197&amp;utm_content=134425733171&amp;utm_term=invisibilia%20podcast&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjw-rOaBhA9EiwAUkLV4gwEqxikuWbwMGDPboD2snDTfwN22Fv1_NAmDYDii1L9uC7JJYSEZhoCVsQQAvD_BwE">Invisibilia</a> podcast, share strategies for making the best of emotional shopping and why open carts are great for narrative tension. Later, Mimi Zhu discusses their new book, <a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/696912/be-not-afraid-of-love-by-mimi-zhu/">Be Not Afraid of Love</a> — the October pick for Lemonada’s book club that forever changed Su’s perspective. Their cart is helping them stay present and connect with their inner child. Plus, we’re doing a giveaway for our 100th episode! To enter, leave us a voicemail at 833-453-6662 and tell us one product you 100% certify.
If you’re experiencing abuse or violence, there are resources available from caring providers:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.callblackline.com">BlackLine</a>, peer support and counseling with an LGBTQ+ Black femme lens: 1-800-604-5841</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://translifeline.org/">Trans Lifeline</a>, grassroots call center divested from police: 1-877-565-8860</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.thehotline.org/">National Domestic Violence Hotline</a>: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.rainn.org/">National Sexual Assault Hotline</a>: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)</li>
</ul>
Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. 
To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below. 
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Learn how to be the dom or the sub…in a conversation! From Kasia Urbaniak’s <a href="https://www.kasiaurbaniak.com/unbound-book">“A Woman’s Guide to Power Unbound”</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">By the way, listen to <a href="https://www.npr.org/2022/09/08/1121747527/the-p-word">Yowei’s interview with Kasia</a> on Invisibilia </li>
<li aria-level="1">Kia is eyeing the <a href="https://skatie.myshopify.com/collections/sedona/products/penny-top-sedona">Skatie Penny Top in Sedona</a> </li>
<li aria-level="1">Yowei is taking advice from the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/GuRu-RuPaul/dp/0062862995">“GuRu”</a> herself, RuPaul</li>
<li aria-level="1">As the podcast host she is, Kia is interested in learning at the <a href="https://www.academyofsoundhealing.com/workshop-courses-usa/level-1-foundations-sound-healing-new-mexico">Sound Healing Academy</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Mimi’s book <a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/696912/be-not-afraid-of-love-by-mimi-zhu/">“Be Not Afraid of Love”</a> from Pengiun Rangom House is life-altering</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/1W0SccGphtGQNYqaqQ5nhA?si=pgnxYacgQ2ebaxEaUlYAjA">“Windswept Adan”</a> by Ichiko Aoba is the soundtrack to Mimi’s days</li>
<li aria-level="1">They’re tapping into their inner child by building <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gundam-model-kits/s?k=gundam+model+kits">Gundam models</a></li>
<li><a href="https://youcanpym.com/">PYM’s gummies</a> help Su be proactive about mental hygiene </li>
<li aria-level="1">Get more info about the Lemonada Book Club and their newsletter at <a href="http://lemonadabookclub.com/">lemonadabookclub.com</a>.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Want more incredible book recs? Sign up for our <a href="https://sites.prh.com/lemonadabookclub">Lemonada Book Club newsletter</a></li>
</ul>
Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia. 
Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium. 
Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: <a href="http://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors">lemonadamedia.com/sponsors</a>

Join the hosts of Add to Cart, comedian-writer-director Kulap Vilaysack and veteran journalist SuChin Pak, in a subversive take on consumerism. Each week, they have honest, revealing (sometimes TMI) conversations about all the big and little things they’re adding to, or removing from, their carts. They decide what's worth the monetary/emotional investment, and what's not. From beauty products and health trends, to celebrities and philosophies they’re passionate about, our hosts dig into anything we buy into and what it says about who we are.

Join the hosts of Add to Cart, comedian-writer-director Kulap Vilaysack and veteran journalist SuChin Pak, in a subversive take on consumerism. Each week, they have honest, revealing (sometimes TMI) conversations about all the big and little things they’re adding to, or removing from, their carts. They decide what's worth the monetary/emotional investment, and what's not. From beauty products and health trends, to celebrities and philosophies they’re passionate about, our hosts dig into anything we buy into and what it says about who we are.

Add to Cart with Kulap Vilaysack & SuChin Pak

Emotional Shopping and Emotional Healing (with Invisibilia and Mimi Zhu)

IT. IS. TIME! The Aunties are officially kicking off the holidays with some blood-pumping shopping stories. First, the Target x John Derian fall drop (or drips) has caused complete mayhem in the Aunty Groupchats. It’s “Twelve Days of Christmas” but with asparagus candles, mushroom pillows and cabbage stoneware. Plus, SuChin is dreaming of her perfect SheShed. Find out how she’s making her LeMax Christmas Village the centerpiece of her castle.

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To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below. 


Visit the Smithsonian Store, where 100% of the proceeds from every purchase supports the Smithsonian Institution. For a limited time use our exclusive code ADDTOCART at checkout for 20% off your purchase.


Ku’s first John Derian x Target purchase was the Barn Owl pillow 


But the Beaded Mushroom Pillow in Blue kicked off the mayhem


Then came the 13" Feathers Stoneware Round Serving Platter, the Cabbage Stoneware Serving Bowl Purple, and the 5pc Mushroom Decorative Figures


But wait, there’s more! Ku is setting up for Thanksgiving with the 3pc Stoneware Salad Flatware Serving Set and the Stoneware Cabbage Butter Dish Pink


Who doesn’t love quality stoneware? The Stoneware Gravy Boat Green and Artichoke Three Section Stoneware Serving Bowl Green are gorgeous


You can’t pass up the 4pk Green Asparagus Candles


Don’t forget the cozy Birds and Acorns Quilt


Meyer Christmas Shop on Etsy is making miracles happen with the Christmas Village Display Platform

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IT. IS. TIME! The Aunties are officially kicking off the holidays with some blood-pumping shopping stories. First, the Target x John Derian fall drop (or drips) has caused complete mayhem in the Aunty Groupchats. It’s “Twelve Days of Christmas” but with asparagus candles, mushroom pillows and cabbage stoneware. Plus, SuChin is dreaming of her perfect SheShed. Find out how she’s making her LeMax Christmas Village the centerpiece of her castle.
We want to hear from you! Drop us a message on <a href="https://www.speakpipe.com/addtocart">Speakpipe</a>.
<a href="http://lnk.to/addtocartnewsletter">Subscribe</a> to the Add to Cart newsletter for juicy extras.
Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. 
To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below. 
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Visit the <a href="https://www.smithsonianstore.com/holiday-gift-guide/">Smithsonian Store</a>, where 100% of the proceeds from every purchase supports the Smithsonian Institution. For a limited time use our exclusive code ADDTOCART at checkout for 20% off your purchase.
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Ku’s first John Derian x Target purchase was the <a href="https://www.target.com/p/16-34-x8-34-barn-owl-novelty-plush-pillow-john-derian-for-target/-/A-91561078?preselect=91561078">Barn Owl pillow </a>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
But the <a href="https://www.target.com/p/17-34-x14-34-beaded-mushroom-novelty-pillow-blue-john-derian-for-target/-/A-90919302#lnk=sametab">Beaded Mushroom Pillow in Blue</a> kicked off the mayhem
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Then came the <a href="https://www.target.com/p/13-34-feathers-stoneware-round-serving-platter-john-derian-for-target/-/A-90988123?preselect=90988123">13" Feathers Stoneware Round Serving Platter</a>, the <a href="https://www.target.com/p/12-25-34-x12-75-34-cabbage-stoneware-serving-bowl-purple-john-derian-for-target/-/A-90919218?preselect=90919218">Cabbage Stoneware Serving Bowl Purple</a>, and the <a href="https://www.target.com/p/5pc-mushroom-decorative-figures-john-derian-for-target/-/A-90919323?preselect=90919323">5pc Mushroom Decorative Figures</a>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
But wait, there’s more! Ku is setting up for Thanksgiving with the <a href="https://www.target.com/p/3pc-stoneware-salad-flatware-serving-set---john-derian-for-target/-/A-90919250">3pc Stoneware Salad Flatware Serving Set</a> and the <a href="https://www.target.com/p/stoneware-cabbage-butter-dish-pink-john-derian-for-target/-/A-90919207?preselect=90919207">Stoneware Cabbage Butter Dish Pink</a>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Who doesn’t love quality stoneware? The <a href="https://www.target.com/p/stoneware-gravy-boat-green-john-derian-for-target/-/A-90919226?preselect=90919226">Stoneware Gravy Boat Green</a> and <a href="https://www.target.com/p/10oz-artichoke-three-section-stoneware-serving-bowl-green-john-derian-for-target/-/A-90919205?preselect=90919205">Artichoke Three Section Stoneware Serving Bowl Green</a> are gorgeous
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
You can’t pass up the <a href="https://www.target.com/p/4pk-taper-candles-unscented-asparagus-green-john-derian-for-target/-/A-90919269?preselect=90919269">4pk Green Asparagus Candles</a>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Don’t forget the cozy <a href="https://www.target.com/p/birds-and-acorns-quilted-throw-blanket-john-derian-for-target/-/A-90988126?ref=tgt_adv_xsp&amp;AFID=google&amp;fndsrc=tgtao&amp;DFA=71700000086349376&amp;CPNG=PLA_Seasonal%2BShopping_Traffic_Local_Traffic%7CSeasonal_Ecomm_Home&amp;adgroup=SC_Seasonal_Seasonal+Catch+All&amp;LID=700000001170770pgs&amp;LNM=PRODUCT_GROUP&amp;network=g&amp;device=c&amp;location=9061099&amp;targetid=pla-1722747621809&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwmt24BhDPARIsAJFYKk2sVjSoRPg4UEHp7Phx9eDwhdTExKuC-lLYwmYFW6XDAOmbgzrT3IkaArTkEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds">Birds and Acorns Quilt</a>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
<a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/meyerchristmasshop?ref=shop-header-name&amp;listing_id=618310532&amp;from_page=listing&amp;search_query=lemax">Meyer Christmas Shop</a> on Etsy is making miracles happen with the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/618310532/christmas-village-display-platform-fits?gpla=1&amp;gao=1&amp;&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=shopping_us_ps-a-art_and_collectibles&amp;utm_custom1=_k_Cj0KCQjw4Oe4BhCcARIsADQ0cskWUupuriJqIUasA2TkJ6tR5Lej-dthEZHx3w5Nomdpp4a-W1PLcSkaAijtEALw_wcB_k_&amp;utm_content=go_21500568192_167985808519_716809480225_pla-314954651933_c__618310532_588026039&amp;utm_custom2=21500568192&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADtcfRIyul7RzdXaYm369QvVuydzs&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw4Oe4BhCcARIsADQ0cskWUupuriJqIUasA2TkJ6tR5Lej-dthEZHx3w5Nomdpp4a-W1PLcSkaAijtEALw_wcB">Christmas Village Display Platform</a>
</li>
</ul>
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Holiday Kick-Off 2024: John Derian x Target Mania 

Happy Holidays Carters! We're gifting you Friday extrasodes this holiday season. Today, we want to introduce you to another Lemonada Media show the Aunties are loving. You know Ku and Su are living their midlife exactly how they want it. But that comes with a lot of changes (like...cold flashes?!) My So-Called Midlife is all about this era, and hosted by Reshma Saujani, CEO of Girls Who Code. Even as a mom with a shining CV to boot, Reshma is wondering "...Is this it?" So she's calling in reinforcements to figure it out. First up to bat is Julia Louis-Dreyfus, who is about to officially graduate from midlife. At 63, she can confidently say that the last thirty years were… great, actually! Is it because she won multiple Emmys? Or maybe because she called out age biases in Hollywood by starring in Amy Schumer’s Last F*ckable Day? Well, along with these milestones, Julia suffered a ton of loss and hardship in her 50s. So why does she say it's her best decade? It’s all about the mindset. Plus, why Julia has 15,000 unread emails in her inbox -- and doesn't care.

Find Julia Louis-Dreyfus on Instagram @officialjld and listen to her podcast, Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus

Let us know how you’re doing in midlife! You can submit your story to be included in this show at speakpipe.com/midlife

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To follow along with a transcript, go to lemonadamedia.com/show/ shortly after the air date.

Happy Holidays Carters! We're gifting you Friday extrasodes this holiday season. Today, we want to introduce you to another Lemonada Media show the Aunties are loving. You know Ku and Su are living their midlife exactly how they want it. But that comes with a lot of changes (like...cold flashes?!) My So-Called Midlife is all about this era, and hosted by Reshma Saujani, CEO of Girls Who Code. Even as a mom with a shining CV to boot, Reshma is wondering "...Is this it?" So she's calling in reinforcements to figure it out. First up to bat is Julia Louis-Dreyfus, who is about to officially graduate from midlife. At 63, she can confidently say that the last thirty years were… great, actually! Is it because she won multiple Emmys? Or maybe because she called out age biases in Hollywood by starring in Amy Schumer’s Last F*ckable Day? Well, along with these milestones, Julia suffered a ton of loss and hardship in her 50s. So why does she say it's her best decade? It’s all about the mindset. Plus, why Julia has 15,000 unread emails in her inbox -- and doesn't care.
Find Julia Louis-Dreyfus on Instagram @officialjld and listen to her podcast, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wiser-than-me-with-julia-louis-dreyfus/id1678559416">Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus</a>
Let us know how you’re doing in midlife! You can submit your story to be included in this show at <a href="http://speakpipe.com/midlife">speakpipe.com/midlife</a>
Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia. 
Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium. 
Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: <a href="http://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors">lemonadamedia.com/sponsors</a>
To follow along with a transcript, go to <a href="http://www.lemonadamedia.com/show/">lemonadamedia.com/show/</a> shortly after the air date.

Listen Now: My So-Called Midlife with Reshma Saujani

Hey Carters, we hope you're taking care during this stressful election week. We thought we'd revisit one of our favorite episodes in the meantime. We hope it brings you joy and a chiller dill.

Rob Huebel has some open carts he needs the aunties help to close. He tells Ku and Su why he spent almost $200 on a jump rope. But he’s torn on how much is too much to spend on his (and his wife’s) underwear. Plus, the three compare notes on men’s vs. women’s fashion marketing, and redesign some boxers for maximum dill cooling. 

Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. 

To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below. 
Rob’s very expensive weighted jump rope is from CROSSROPE
His daughter loves these princess castle magnetic tiles
He wants to know if this is too much to spend on SAXX boxers and these LIVELY strapless bras
This mobile phone jail may help him maximize family time
Want more Rob (and Paul Scheer?) Check out their Twitch streams (featured in the Washington Post!)

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Hey Carters, we hope you're taking care during this stressful election week. We thought we'd revisit one of our favorite episodes in the meantime. We hope it brings you joy and a chiller dill.
Rob Huebel has some open carts he needs the aunties help to close. He tells Ku and Su why he spent almost $200 on a jump rope. But he’s torn on how much is too much to spend on his (and his wife’s) underwear. Plus, the three compare notes on men’s vs. women’s fashion marketing, and redesign some boxers for maximum dill cooling. 
Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. 
To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below. 
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Rob’s very expensive weighted jump rope is from <a href="https://www.crossrope.com/collections/jump-ropes/">CROSSROPE</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">His daughter loves these <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BDGFS8CK?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&amp;th=1">princess castle magnetic tiles</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">He wants to know if this is too much to spend on <a href="https://www.saxxunderwear.com/products/sxbb44_dgh">SAXX boxers</a> and <a href="https://www.wearlively.com/collections/strapless/products/no-wire-strapless-bra-bundle-jet-black-toasted-almond">these LIVELY strapless bras</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">This <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07M9W1WM1?linkCode=ogi&amp;tag=goodhousekeeping_auto-append-20&amp;ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10055.g.28649116%5Bsrc%7Cwww.google.com%5Bch%7C%5Blt%7CPrime%2BDay%2BDeal%5Bpid%7C1048e7d7-1ce5-4c0b-995a-4b176eca10fa&amp;th=1">mobile phone jail</a> may help him maximize family time</li>
<li aria-level="1">Want more Rob (and Paul Scheer?) Check out their <a href="http://twitch.tv/friendzone">Twitch streams</a> (featured in the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CvIf3lMp1MH/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D">Washington Post!</a>)</li>
</ul>
Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia. 
Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium. 
Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: <a href="http://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors">lemonadamedia.com/sponsors</a>

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