S2 EP 33 HAPPY NEW YEAR!

In this New Year kickoff episode of You’d Be Surprised, Becca and Chelsea welcome listeners back after the holidays and reflect on the transition into 2026. They recap Christmas and New Year’s traditions, from family gatherings and ice skating to holiday trips and game nights, while acknowledging the emotional highs and lows that can come with the season.

The conversation shifts into a candid discussion about New Year’s goals—why they set them, why they don’t, and how intentions can evolve throughout the year. Becca shares her growing passion for thrifting and her plan to open a small vintage booth, while Chelsea talks about creating less and consuming less, especially on social media.

They dive into deeper topics including money management in marriage, separate bank accounts, and the anxiety many women feel around finances. Becca also opens up about infertility, miscarriage, embryo adoption, and the emotional and financial complexities of growing a family, offering a raw and thoughtful perspective on choices that aren’t often discussed openly.

The episode wraps with reflections on what they’re leaving behind in the previous year—comparison, overconsumption, unrealistic expectations—and what they hope to bring into 2026, including more patience, authenticity, cozy homes, and age-appropriate celebrations. As always, they invite listeners to nominate themselves or other “badass women” to be guests on the podcast.