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What happens when you actually follow through on the thing you said you’d never do?

In this episode of Unfiltered-ish, the one where we finally go on the hot air balloon ride, Natali, Carina, and Nikki bring Episode 11: The One Where We Make Hot Air Balloon Plans full circle and actually do the thing.

What started as a casual, “we would never do that” conversation turns into a real-life experience — complete with early morning nerves, questionable logistics, and a surprisingly honest conversation about fear, friendship, and doing things anyway.

They talk about:

• Facing fears in midlife
• Why we say no to things before we even try them
• How quickly “never” can turn into “okay, let’s do it”
• Friendship dynamics and saying yes for each other
• Letting go of control and trusting the experience

Along the way, the conversation takes an unexpected turn into:

• Mortality, legacy, and what we want to be remembered for
• Whether we feel “ready” for the next chapter of life
• Kids, family, and unfinished dreams
• Building something meaningful while we’re still here

Then — after all the anticipation — they actually go on the hot air balloon ride.

From peaceful views and sunrise moments to a chaotic (and very real) landing, they share what it felt like to be thousands of feet in the air, what surprised them most, and whether it lived up to the expectation.

If you listened to Episode 11, this is the follow-up you didn’t know you needed.

If you’ve ever talked yourself out of something, postponed an experience, or needed a push to finally do the thing — this episode is a reminder that sometimes the best moments come from saying yes.

Unfiltered-ish is a women’s podcast about midlife, friendship, personal growth, and the conversations we don’t always say out loud.

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What happens when you answer uncomfortable questions about money, relationships, family, and marriage — out loud?

In this episode of Unfiltered-ish, the one where we play a confession game, Natali, Carina, and Nikki use a card game to spark honest, unfiltered conversations about relationships, personal habits, family dynamics, and money.

What starts as a light, playful game quickly turns into deeper discussions about:

• Marriage expectations and relationship roles
• What it means to be a “provider” in a relationship
• Emotional support vs financial support in partnerships
• Gender roles, dating, and modern relationships
• Setting boundaries and avoiding one-sided relationships
• Family dynamics, childhood influence, and inherited traits
• Money conversations and why talking about income feels uncomfortable

They also explore how midlife changes the way women think about relationships, including:

• Redefining marriage rules
• Wanting partnership vs independence
• Emotional connection, effort, and feeling valued
• The difference between being cared for vs being taken care of

Along the way, there are laughs, honest confessions, unexpected disagreements, and real talk about what women actually want in relationships but don’t always say out loud.

If you’ve ever questioned relationship dynamics, struggled with boundaries, or wondered how expectations shift in midlife, this episode will feel relatable, thoughtful, and very real.

Unfiltered-ish is a women’s podcast about relationships, midlife, personal growth, and the conversations we don’t always say out loud.

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What’s actually on your bucket list in midlife — and who do you want to experience it with?

In this episode of Unfiltered-ish, the one where we make a midlife bucket list together, Natali, Carina, and Nikki record in person while planning future trips, shared experiences, and the things they want to do in their 40s and beyond.

What starts as a light conversation quickly turns into a fun, honest look at friendship, travel goals, and how priorities shift in midlife.

They talk about:

• Creating a midlife bucket list with friends
• Travel dreams like Korea, Japan, Europe, and luxury retreats
• Unique experiences like Korean spa transformations, surfing camps, hot air balloon rides, and staying in castles
• Why shared experiences matter more than checking things off a list
• Trying new things after 40 (even the ones that feel uncomfortable or unexpected)
• Redefining fun, adventure, and what feels worth the effort now

They also come up with a new idea:
each friend plans a “bucket list trip” and the others have to come, even if it’s something they wouldn’t normally choose.

Along the way, the conversation includes everything from dance parties and cooking classes to planetariums, wild donkeys in Arizona, and the reality of balancing ambition with actually enjoying your life.

If you’re building a bucket list in your 40s, craving more fun or travel, or thinking about how to create meaningful experiences with friends, this episode will feel relatable, light, and inspiring.

Unfiltered-ish is a women’s podcast about midlife, friendship, travel, personal growth, and the conversations we don’t always say out loud.