You’ll Thank Us Later

In a special solo episode, Christine takes the mic while Saphira jets off to Japan and reflects on what You’ll Thank Us Later has meant to her over the past seven months. From deepening friendships to finding her voice, Christine shares seven heartfelt lessons this podcast has taught her—including the power of laughter, the importance of safe spaces for women to be honest, and why wanting “more” isn’t selfish, it’s hu...

What makes a company culture actually work? In this episode, Christine, Saphira, Nicole, and Courtney unpack the real meaning of corporate culture—beyond swag bags and ping pong tables. From toxic bosses and fear-based management to building trust, empathy, and psychological safety, they reflect on the kind of culture they’ve intentionally created—and what they’ll never go back to. Saphira introduces a framework for g...

In a very special (and very real) episode, Christine and Saphira welcome their sons, Ronan and Luca, to the mic. The boys reflect on what it’s been like growing up with moms who parent a little differently, from long leashes and co-working yoga spaces to feminist marches and carefully curated snack policies.

They quiz each other to see how well they really know one another, share guilty pleasures and emb...

Christine and Saphira unpack the habits, routines, and life decisions they wish they’d started earlier—from saving for retirement and prioritizing mental health to finding sustainable fitness routines and wearing SPF daily. Christine and Saphira share what they’ve learned the hard way in hopes it helps someone else do it a little easier. Whether you’re in your twenties or fifties, this episode is packed with perspecti...

After a long weekend of sunburns, barbecues, and bathroom mishaps, Christine, Saphira, Courtney, and Nicole air out their pet peeves—from pre-party project derailments to red wine on white couches and surprise toddler chaos. Christine shares the joys of her perimenopausal rage, Saphira rants about graduation party overload, and Nicole gets real about punctuality. If you’ve ever hosted guests, been late, or just needed...

Feeling stuck? You’re not alone. In this episode, Christine and Saphira open up about what it really takes to reinvent yourself, whether it’s a full-blown career change or a quiet mindset shift. From Christine’s leap into entrepreneurship and launching two businesses to Saphira’s radical pivot from belly dancing to cannabis lobbying, they share the messy, personal, and sometimes hilarious truths behind major life tran...

Christine opens up about navigating a major life shift—moving her aging parents closer, downsizing their home, and facing health challenges head-on. Saphira shares her hopes (and hurdles) of one day relocating her parents to Spain, while the two unpack the realities of being sandwiched between raising teens and caring for aging parents.

They discuss why planning now is a gift to your future self—and your...

Christine and Saphira pull back the curtain on their deeply personal weight loss journeys and how GLP-1 medications changed everything, from their relationship with food and alcohol to how they show up in the world. They tackle the myths, the side effects, the emotional ups and downs, and the real cost (financial and otherwise) of this path to better health. Plus, why Christine wore shorts for the first time in 20 yea...

Why do some people seem born to lead while others struggle to find their voice? And why can’t you ever find your keys? In this episode, we welcome nonprofit CEO and leadership expert Karen Coltrane to explore the science behind personality using the Big 5 framework. From understanding your own strengths and shadows to recognizing how personality dynamics play out in the workplace (and at home), we dive into why true l...

In this special Mother’s Day episode, Christine and Saphira celebrate the women who shaped them, while sharing the gifts they actually want this year. Christine’s heading to Disney World and relives her favorite Spa Day planned by her kids, while Saphira contemplates a matching tattoo with her son and raves about her bathroom reno as the ultimate present. They also reflect on the lasting lessons their moms passed down...

Saphira Galoob and Christine Wilson explore how discomfort, competence, and confidence are deeply intertwined. Through personal stories — from public speaking nerves to negotiating business deals — they discuss how practicing unfamiliar skills leads to lasting growth. Drawing parallels between dance instruction and professional development, Saphira introduces her four-step framework for turning discomfort into empower...

In this deeply personal and wide-ranging conversation, Saphira, Christine, and Courtney open up about the sting of criticism, the fear of rejection, and how our egos get tangled in it all. From therapy insights and Big Five personality traits to coping strategies and compassion for ourselves, the trio explores why criticism can feel so paralyzing—and how we can learn to handle it with more resilience. They share real ...

Christine and Saphira wade into the wild world of college admissions, where iced coffee fuels the stress, rejection cakes trend on Instagram, and everyone seems to be losing their minds. Christine shares what it’s like navigating the U.S. process with her son Ronan—SAT snafus, test prep pressure, and TikTok-fueled madness—while Saphira breaks down the unexpected complexity of applying to European universities. From IB...

Christine just got back from a magical trip to Mallorca—staying in the home of none other than Saphira (or “Rachael,” as she’s known in Spain). The conversation takes a turn into all things home swapping as Christine interviews Saphira on how she made this travel hack into a lifestyle. From swapping with castle owners in France to navigating the quirks of DC guests, Saphira breaks down the realities of exchanging homes with strange...

Planning events? Hosting friends? Kim's got you covered. From wrangling camels to weather-proofing 70,000-person events, she's seen it all. In this fun mini-episode, the Mosaic District’s event guru spills her secrets for stress-free entertaining, themed parties, and why cocktail napkins are the start of it all. Whether you're planning a backyard get-together or arranging the perfect charcuterie board, you’ll walk away inspired — a...

In this special mini-episode, Courtney and Nicole take over the mic to talk about the weird in-between stage of being 29 and 30—when you’re technically an adult but still figuring it all out. From lessons learned the hard way to the surprising realities of “having your life together,” they get real about the pressure, the growth, and the moments that make you stop and go, “Wait… am I actually an adult now?” Whether you're in the sa...

In this episode, Christine and Saphira share their honest, funny, and sometimes bittersweet experiences as boy moms. From the chaos of teenage boy messes to trying (and sometimes failing) to connect with their sons’ friend groups, they open up about the moments that make them proud, the ones that make them cringe, and the ones that teach them the most about themselves.

They reflect on the gendered expect...

In this spring-ready episode of You’ll Thank Us Later, Christine and Saphira are joined by longtime friend and professional organizing powerhouse C.Lee Cawley, CPO®. From closets bursting with board games to garages full of crawfish party leftovers, no mess is off-limits as they dig into the emotional, mental, and practical side of getting organized. C. Lee shares decades of wisdom—why “trash it, don’t stash it” is a game-changer, ...