Rival & Queen
We're on a mission to level-up our lives, in all ways. This lifestyle podcast is how we learn. We discover topics that are totally new to us, diving deeper on stuff we like, and finding inspiration from people on unique paths (while trying to befriend all our guests!). We share those conversations with you, bringing joy, inspiration, and new discoveries every Thursday. Hosted by Ashley Kielbratowski & Sarah Murphy. Learn more at rivalandqueen.com.
Episodes
The Chocolate Chip Cookie Challenge is back in 2023!
Guest judges, Andy Hay and Quake Matthews join us to find the best cookie in Halifax. We taste a whopping 21 cookies this year. In a huge upset - we have a new #1.
Find out who ranks 1, 2, and 3.
Show notes:
Connect with Andy Hay at Andy's East Coast Kitchen: @andyseastcoastkitchen_
Connect with Quake Matthews: @quakematthews
Who said cookies?? It’s been a hot minute but we are back! We have lots to catch you up on.
This week we fast-forwarded to prepping for the holidays and Sarah’s ultimate Christmas trip. And of course how we are doing fall fashion, why we buy and use certain products, AND we are planning the legendary cookie-tasting episode. Stay tuned for more and our special guests!
Follow Sarah’s new podcast, Reconnect & Awaken
Living Libations ...
Hello, summertime, and hello thong bikinis! Yes, that’s right, we weigh in on Gen-Zers' rediscovering things that we Millennials already consider in style or popular, like thong bikinis. Or are we just old?
Summer also has us thinking about our long locks of hair and proper hair hydration. We spontaneously dive into our own hair issues. According to astrology, this is also meant to be the “summer of love” and let me tell you, we ar...
We’ve got a proper besties catch-up! We’ve been missing you and wanted to hop back on the mic for a fun episode.
We’ve got:
- Birth stories recap & Ashley’s first weeks of mama-hood
- The great bed hunt
- Our trips & traveling with a baby
...
It’s hard to believe but it’s our final episode of 2022. This week we reflect on the last year and look forward to 2023! We share what’s been going on the last few months and share our life updates. It wouldn’t be a December R&Q episode without talking about our holiday excitement and gift guide must haves!
See you in 2023, Happy Holidays!
Love Ash & Sarah
Get our gift guide at https://www.instagram.com/rivalandqueen/
Our last episode of season 3! We're signing off for summer break so we can soak up all the sunshine and beach days.
- More weddings & dresses
- Is Sarah going to Europe?
- Our monthly faves and more!
We'll be back in September.
Notes:
- The Cure Skincare Body Serum
More at rivalandqueen.com
Ash & Sarah are back for another Thursday episode! This week's episode is about:
- craziest way to assign rooms on group vacations
- new dating terms we need to know (& that we 100% don't)
- the R&Q men tell us what gives them the ick
Notes:
Dating terms you need to know by Refinery 29
Plus, a bonus shout-out to the Halifax Wanderers. We love them - check out their upcoming home games.
Contest winner Lana MacKinnon-Haliburton joins us for popcorn & LÜVO’s!
Lana is a long-time fan of the podcast and we dive right into her personal icks when it comes to fashion and life in general.
We also talk about nip slip problems, crocs, reality tv, her MEME QUEEN status, and also the new IG notes feature.
So many polls coming from this episode.
Connect with Lana: @lanamachali
This week Sarah’s energy is high and she’s ready for summer fun so we dive into our summer bucket list, adult creativity, teenage heartthrobs, and who we would be if we were a villain.
Don't forget to sign up for our golf tournament on July 15th in support of Adsum House for Women and Children
Connect with us: @rivalandqueen
This week we're talking about women's health, our bodies and about abortion. We get into Roe v. Wade being overturned, access to abortion in Canada, and the gaps in our own healthcare experiences and the emotional stress tied to that.
We also cover:
- the great bra hunt & finding the best bra shopping experience in Halifax
- our stay at the Locust & Starr Inn in Wolfville
- the upcoming R&Q Golf Tournament.
Notes:
This week we're joined by Bangs, an all-star spin instructor, creative director at R Studios, life coach & so much more.
New-ish to the east coast, she stands out with her confidence, high-energy, unreal style & famous social media rants that we LOVE.
We talk about:
- style,
- tear down aging milestones,
- beauty standards,
- social filtering,
- owning your confidence and more.
Connect with Bangs:
@bangsandabun on Instagram
Ash & Sarah each answer 30 questions and a fun little rapid-fire.
Now we're left wondering what are karaoke duet should be?
Connect with us on Instagram & TikTok @rivalandqueen.
More are https://www.rivalandqueen.com/
- We discovered lubricated tampons & talk other period products
- The ULTIMATE life hack for candles that's changed our lives
- Should we ship beer to the US for Chex Mix?
- The revival of the Toothy Moose
Notes:
More at rivalandqueen.com
- Ash lost her tooth!
- Our laissez-faire/forgetful travel styles
- Ash's birthday weekend in Montreal
- Best place to meet men
- Monthly faves!
Thanks to LUVO wines for sponsoring this episode. Get your LUVO at luvolife.ca
More at rivalandqueen.com
- The growth of R Studios from 1 to 6 spaces
- Rest, the newest R Studios space
- Personal growth and how Connie learns and pushes herself
- Joining a running group to push her limits
- Authenticity and sharing the true journey
This week we've teamed up with Pop Pod Weekly hosts, Anna & Bekah to dive into our favourite pop culture moments!
- The Pop Pod Weekly story & how they started podcasting
- Their fave YouTubers and content creators to follow
- Lularoe leggings sega
- Phoenix Rising
- Johnny Depp, Amber Heard trial
We are back with another All Talk episode!
This week Ash & Sarah dive into:
- Ashley’s birthday month and her love/hate with birthdays
- What age groups we identify with
- Would we be friends in high school?
- Do people still lie about their age?
And more fun topics!
Connect with us on Instagram: @rivalandqueen
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This week we're joined by Duane Jones, the designer and founder of Art Pays Me, a lifestyle clothing brand and podcast.
We talk about:
- The Art Pays Me story
- Earning a living as an artist and valuing your creative gifts
- Taking on clients with aligned values
- Leaning into his own artistic abilities
Connect with Duane & Art Pays Me:
@artpaysme
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