10K Dollar Day

Ever laugh so hard your Invisalign popped out? Well, that's just the beginning of our shenanigans as we, Alison and Lulu, take you on a rollercoaster ride through our dream luxury travels, complete with a fictional $10,000 budget to blow. As unpredictable as Florida's weather, our conversation flutters from the quirks of life with dental aligners to the butterflies of performing arts—whether it's rehearsals for a St....

Ever fantasized about splurging $10,000 in just one day? Buckle up, because Alison and Lulu are taking you on a lavish journey with episode 318, complete with unexpected laughs, theater shenanigans, and a pup that's more than just a furry friend. From the enigma of decoding handwritten musical scores to the whimsy of adding neon lights to a wheelchair, our chat is nothing short of a delightful romp through luxury and accessibi...

As the chill of winter's grip tightens, Alison and Lulu curl up with stories that bring warmth and laughter to even the coldest days. We're casting off the heavy cloak of post-pandemic blues, sharing tales from the trenches of acting and screenwriting, where the adrenaline of auditions meets the sting of rejection. Our journey across the emotional landscape of creative pursuits is peppered with humor and the odd nod to ou...

Ever wondered what it's like to splurge without the guilt, or to face the winter blues with a dash of sunlight therapy? This episode takes you on an emotional rollercoaster, starting with a lighthearted $10K daydream that quickly anchors down into the realities of seasonal sadness and the pursuit of sustainable joy. We're your confidantes in navigating the lows and championing the highs, whether it's combating Season...

Looking for an all-inclusive resort that can help you with your family holiday planning? Alison takes us to to Negril, Jamaica, which turns out to be a surprising destination for ... elves! Meanwhile, Lulu attempts to attempt to attempt to dive the Great Barrier Reef.
 Think she'll make it? 

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Imagine planning a day out in London with a newborn, high-tech baby gear in tow, even though you've never had kids—sounds like a plot from a whimsical novel, right? Well, that's precisely the adventure Lulu takes you on, exploring the charming family-friendly London haunts and with some great recommendations on the newest baby tech. And speaking of baby tech, Alison figures out how to make an Egyptian baby shower happen (...

Did you know that you can virtually bankrupt yourself by renting luxury accomodations in Homer Spit, Alaska, and Boca Raton, Florida? Don't worry, we do it for you -- through our signature imaginary travel days. Alison explores Alaska (no crab or glaciers, but she makes sure to include some sunset wine) while Lulu figures out how to class up her picnic while keeping it easy to move.

Ten thousand dollars. 24 hours. Let...

Lulu's got the secret behind (unofficial) burrito flights, and Alison goes on a  vacation filled with adventure! It's an imaginary luxury vacation -- 10K, 24 hours. 

This episode was inspired by the Randomly-Generated Magic Jumping-Off Word, "ROPE." Want to submit a word? Head over to our website! We'd love to include you in the show.

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Alison and Lulu have all sorts of tips this week, like how to negotiate a private tour at famous places and how to ensure your feet are always plushly comfortable while traveling around the world. Of course, this all comes out while they're spending a fake $10,000 in Luxor, Egypt and Liverpool, England. It's imaginary luxury travel! 

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Have you ever wanted to learn the secrets behind animal hypnosis, or wanted to throw a big event on a budget? This week, Alison and Lulu spend their fake $10,000 in their signature creative ways, traveling to Marrakesh, Morocco and Addison, Vermont. It's imaginary luxury travel! 10K. 24 hours. Let's go!

This episode was inspired by the word 'SNAKE,' which we generated randomly via an app. Want to give u...

Pack your virtual bags, we're journeying to the cherry-loving country of Albania and the American cherry blossom capital, Washington, D.C.  Armed with an imaginary $10,000, Lulu blows her budget on some kitchen couture while Alison shops in the juniors' section. 

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Have you ever explored a volcano?  Alison and Lulu take a trek through volcano country in Ecuador, and Alison makes sure to stop by the Mall of America. Sound ridiculous? That's because it's imaginary luxury travel. 10K. 24 hours. Let's go!

This episode was inspired by the word 'apoplexy', given to us by listener Dinty H. in Florida. Want to submit a word? Just head to our website!

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We're spending our imaginary money in two very different locations! Lulu takes us to Bydgoszcz, Poland, where she invests in water safety measures, plans a heavy walking tour, and dines on -- what else? -- Creole cuisine. Don't worry, Alison's got some truly luxurious spaces in Anguilla, including an unforgettable al fresco massage. 

It's imaginary luxury travel! 

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If the menu is written on a chalkboard, it's already halfway winning us over. Especially if we can somehow rack up enough of a bill at the restaurant to hit 10K! We do our best in Rome, Italy, and Salzburg, Austria, finding some truly luxurious locations -- and any other way we can get up to $10,000.

It's imaginary luxury travel! And this week, we've got LOTS of candlelight. It's advent, after all... 

Lulu decides to master an entire Congolese musical genre, while Alison is confident she can run and design an avant-garde resort. That sounds like two perfect imaginary luxury travel days! 

Lulu and Alison each pretend to spend $10,000 in one day, inspired by the word “dichotomy.” 10K. 24 hours. Let’s go.

Special thanks to Jeff in Connecticut for giving us our magic jumping-off word!

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Ever dreamt of living the high life but your bank account says otherwise? Well, we're here to take you on a journey of imaginative indulgence where we – Alison and Lulu – make-believe we're spending $10,000 in two fabulous locations: Berlin, Germany and Toledo, Spain. Join us as we dish out our luxurious wish lists and pretend to bask in the splendor of Hotel Adlon Kempinski in Berlin and experience the windmills of La Ma...

Alison fills her 10K itinerary with overwater bungalows, and Lulu can't resist slipping in some Star Trek propaganda -- this imaginary luxury travel day is full of surprises! And, of course, some tips to help you live long and prosper. 

$10,000 flies when you're having fun! And this episode was built on the magic jumping-off word "happiness."  Bonus: this episode also has choreography...


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Does your latest luxury vacation involve an abandoned warehouse? Alison brings us on a hard-hat expedition, while Lulu spends her fake 10K on the most extravagant pillow you’ve ever heard of (hint: it involves 3D imaging).

10K. 24 hours. Real research, imaginary travel! Join us as we find the fanciest and silliest ways to spend $10,000 in one day!

This week’s magic jumping-off word was furnished by Ted H. From Florida.

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