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This week, Auntie Su defies brain fog with some sharp takes on a hot movie and brings big game changers to the pod.  Auntie Ku takes parenting to an organized art form and hopes for the best as Eme’s first snow day approaches. Plus a very surprising and disturbing discovery Auntie Su makes about her husband, leads to some of the best investigative journalism of her career.

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We all know that the Aunties love to nerd out on books, but this week, we bring an extra horniness to the pages with book expert Traci Thomas.  Traci gives us her absolute favorite reads of last year and why #fairysmut is taking over the shelves. Plus we get into some controversial takes on some of the biggest books on your list and Traci blows our minds with some big game changers.

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We can hardly believe it ourselves, but 200 episodes later, the Aunties are still here dispensing vital and unwanted advice. To celebrate Ku and Su traveled down memory lane to cherry pick some moments from the pod that have brought them joy, laughter and yes…confusion. 

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Carters, we are so excited to share with you an episode from Model Minority Moms, co-hosted by a beloved previous guest Susan Lieu (The Manicurist's Daughter), Jeanette Park and Kate Wang, three millenial Asian American moms. In this episode, Kulap talks about making of her documentary Origin Story. Talking about your life story with three other women who just understand you so well because they are fellow parents, fellow women, fe...

Love is in the air…but also, not really. It’s still really rough out there, which is why the Aunties are continuing to strategize for joy. Ku is dreaming of monthly Sunday dinners that are easy and delicious. Su is reading, watching and listening to stories that are fascinating and hopeful. And nothing screams joy like a little kid jamming out to music. The Aunties talk about their kids' awesome (if slightly confusing)...

We can’t believe 2025 just started. This episode was recorded after the double whammy of the inauguration and the ongoing LA wildfires, and the Aunties are feeling it. In order to survive these four years, they need to claw back some joy.  Su shares what she did on a family trip that left everyone in shock. Ku, meanwhile, is neck-deep in the world of mahjong, which means small dollar bets and gold glitter mahjong tiles. ...

We are thrilled to introduce Happier with Gretchen Rubin, which recently joined the Lemonada family! Each week, join #1 bestselling author Gretchen Rubin (The Happiness Project and Better Than Before) as she teams up with her sister, Elizabeth Craft, a celebrated TV writer and producer. Together, they offer practical advice, relatable stories, and actionable strategies to help you build a happier, more fulfilling life. 

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We are heartbroken and grieving the immense loss caused by the Los Angeles wildfires this past week. And while our Aunties are thankfully safe, we’re not in the clear yet. The real work is what lies in the weeks, months and years ahead. Ku talks about evacuating her home, and what she’s doing to protect her family. Su talks about the community of  Altadena, and who we leave behind when we move on too q...

No need for FOMO because if you weren't at our live show and somehow missed it the first time, we're airing this gem once again! Ku and Su take the stage at Neuehouse Hollywood for their first ever live show, with head-turning outfits, hilarious guests and, of course, free stuff! Friends, family and fans cheer on our intrepid hosts as they cover everything from Kulap’s fierce “playsuit,” to SuChin’s husband&...

Pop the champagne and sparkling apple cider – it’s introspection time. This episode is our annual tradition where the Aunties reflect on what they’re bringing into 2025, and what they’re leaving in the past. Su is haunted by her dimmer-than-normal vanity light, while Ku is kicking it with the mahjong ladies. But no matter what, you know the Aunties are gonna auntie. 

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As 2024 comes to a close, we wanted to share an episode from the beginning of the year. Enjoy this peek into the past, and next week, you'll hear what the Aunties are keeping/leaving for 2025.

New year, same aunties. Like every year, Ku and Su are sitting down to reflect on what they want to bring with them into 2024 and what they’re saying goodbye to. Ku explains why she’s in her middle-fingers-up era of fashion. After...

This is the moment to maximize Tree Time, which is why we're sharing our inaugural episode from 2023. The extreme-to-some Christmas decorating plans of Kulap and friends are moving from the groupchat to the roundtable. June Diane Raphael, Jessica St. Clair and Casey Wilson are here to talk about how they’re maximizing cozy Christmas time. SuChin, meanwhile, is hanging on by an email thread but ready to learn. Everyone ha...

The Christmas groupchat is back for our new annual tradition of Tree Time. Casey Wilson, Jessica St. Clair and June Diane Raphael return to talk about fluffing, fronding and everything in between. Casey, June and Ku’s trip to Aldik’s opened up a whole new world of Tree Time. Forget coastal grandma, Jessica is bringing coastal Christmas ornaments. And SuChin is using her Christmas Village to fight the patria...

Carters, our holiday gift to you: we’re sharing a few of our favorite premium episodes! Featuring: Labubus, Ku’s huge balls, crying Tik Tok makeup and much more. Thanks for listening to another year of Add to Cart. 

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It’s our favorite part of the holidays, when the wrapping paper goes flying and two Aunties are a-laughing. Find out what happens when two master shoppers exchange gifts.  Well, it’s not a competition…or is it? If you want to stay spoiler-free, don’t read on! 

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Get in the cart and join Kulap as she gently rolls through the aisles of Marshalls and T.J. Maxx. She unpacks everything she bought at her favorite bargain stores for the holidays (totally unsponsored by the way). All inspired by her maiden voyage to the Marshalls by the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Let this episode sprinkle some fairy dust on your next shopping trip. 

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It’s that time of year, where the Aunties round up the creme de la creme of Add to Cart for your listening pleasure. They’re unearthing their favorite buys from the year – some classic ATC faves and some new gems. Plus, they’re joined by pop culture anthropologist Blakely Thornton for his favorite pop culture moments of 2024, including best outfit and best album. These takes are fresh out of the oven, so come get ‘em w...

Need even more shopping inspo? Or just more Santa Paul Scheer? Well, for this Friday extrasode we're turning back the clock to Paul's 2023 list. And he's got us in the prime Christmas mood. Paul has a sleigh full of tech, health and pop culture presents to elevate your gifting for the most discerning names on your list. “Paul’s Plunges” is your guide to dipping your toes (or your whole body) into the cold plunge trend. Whether it’s...

If the John Derian for Target mania didn’t tickle your fancy, let us win you back. Auntie Su is ready to dress you from head to toe for your next holiday party. She has statement pieces so good, it doesn’t even matter what else is on your body. Auntie Ku, Tablescaping Ph.D, gives a crash course on creating gorgeous table displays on a budget. Class is in session, and remember: Foundation. Function. Feeling. Fire. Aesth...