Ask Us Something: Oprah, Aliens & Having a Baby - SimplyPodLogical

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On this episode of SimplyPodLogical, Cristine and Ben answer fan questions about anything: Oprah, dating shorter men, TikTok, aliens, Love Island, education, the nail art community and people who are still asking Cristine if she wants to have a baby.
0:00 - Hey what’s up holo everyone
3:31 - At what age did you stop getting taller?
3:56 - Would Cristine date Ben if he was short?
7:21 - Would Ben dump Cristine for Taylor Swift?
8:24 - Why does Oprah think Americans are unhappy?
12:43 - Who is Oprah’s audience?
15:55 - Does money make you happy?
22:19 - Is TikTok a mean/angry platform?
25:48 - Are aliens real?
29:07 - Do Ben and Cristine miss working for the government?
34:33 - Why is education still so important to Cristine?
41:29 - How often do we go outside?
42:39 - Do people still ask Cristine if she’s getting married or having a baby?
48:11 - What bad television are we enjoying right now?
50:29 - If we could make one law what would it be?
51:12 - Does Cristine think the nail community is more positive now than it was in 2016?
54:10 - Is Cristine the Oprah of the nail art community?
55:51 - Has Cristine had to kick anyone off the Holo Taco PR list?
58:31 - How do we not get burnout? We don’t know.
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[@summerrgray]

Rich people say money doesn’t matter. Skinny people say weight doesn’t matter. Pretty people say looks don’t matter. It doesn’t matter to them because they don’t have to think about it. To people who don’t have those “luxuries” well, they get treated vastly different in society which is a constant reminder of what they don’t have… so yes, it does matter. I do agree with Oprah that social media makes these disparities more visible, but regardless of if my mom’s on TikTik or not she still can barely pay her rent and that makes it incredibly hard for her to be happy.

[@Live_Laugh_Loathe]

As someone who's skinny, weight does matter to us. Just as much as everyone else we also get people commenting on our bodies.

[@lizalove91]

@@Live_Laugh_Loathethis is true but I think this person is referring to the fact that we haven’t been discriminated due to bias for things like jobs, dates, medical practices from doctors, etc. I’m also thin and pretending there isn’t a skinny privilege is a bit tone deaf. Yes we face some crap but not nearly as much as those considered to be “overweight”

[@andromeda1515]

@summerrgray Facts. Its really hard to be happy when you're so stressed out about keeping a roof over your head every month. You try your best and you be as happy as you can with the situation you're in but it's really scary when one missed paycheck could make you homeless. And its really tone deaf and ridiculous for the 1% to tell the working class that it's our fault we're not happy cuz of choices we made when it's the society that's built around money that's the blame.

[@indesomniac]

this 100% -- going online can remind you how horrible your life is, but not going online isn't going to change the awful situation you were likely born into. Whether or not I'm on Facebook or w/e, I'm are still physically disabled, still suffering from mental illness, and still living in poverty. None of these are likely to ever change because they directly impact each other. Because I was born "wrong" and not to a rich family, I will likely die in poverty from something preventable/treatable because I just couldn't afford what I need to prosper just like my family before me.

[@evanjuleen]

💖 Well said. It takes empathy and compassion. You have to be able to put yourself in someone else's shoes in order to understand that other people have problems different from the ones you have that are just as real to them as your problems are to you. Lots of ppl lack empathy and can only see things from their own perspective.

[@queensavvy4831]

As a childfree woman in my 30s, I am also SOOOOO tired of having random people ask me when I’m having a child. I’ve had random strangers ask me in the store! It’s so strange and annoying and RUDE! Please stop doing that society!

[@katie18976]

💯 Agree 🙌🙌🙌

[@jenb6910]

I agree with you..I am a mother, and I think it's so wrong to ask. I've had people ask, " so when are more coming?!" I don't agree with having a ton of kids just because and it's non of their business why I don't have anymore kids. I really feel for you ❤

[@carinen8119]

Yes!

[@dodgethis_]

Also, the comments like "Oh, you'll know when you have children". Ffs

[@katiekasl3701]

@@dodgethis_ "You'll change your mind once you meet the right man." No, because the *right* man won't want kids either.

[@Futu06]

I just really dislike the saying "Money can't buy happiness." I understand what is fundamentally meant by that and it is certainly true that JUST because you have money doesn't necessarily mean you're fulfilled in life or happy, but it is a pretty huge contributing factor for most people. No, it doesn't buy you love or friendship or wisdom, but it's a hell of a lot easier to just focus on the things you want to do to be happy and to better yourself and your life if you don't live in miserable conditions and don't have to constantly worry about how you're going to afford basic necessities, let alone things like education, healthcare services and non-essentials. How many people have a calling in life they would like to pursue but can't because either getting the degree costs money or they can't afford to move or live somewhere where there are opportunities for whatever they want to pursue in life?

[@fatihamirza5815]

Yes exactly this. And the phrase “more money, more problems” also doesn’t make sense to me because even if there were more problems associated with having more money, I would rather deal with those problems than be on the other end and struggling to survive. Money is truly a privilege and it can buy you necessities, experiences and other things that can make you happy, so indirectly money can buy happiness.

[@qw9675]

Yes!!! I think Ben wasn't hitting those points on purpose to prove "money doesn't buy happiness" and they both were tone deaf enough to say zoomers are going to grow up like rich and be like Oprah. But like howwww? We can barely pay for rent or food. Unfortunately things that humans need for survival like food, shelter, water or even Healthcare too costs loads of money and they now are seen as materialistic. And they completely missed the part where Oprah was asking for money from us who are living pay check to pay check and she's a MULTI-BILLIONAIRE with rich friends she could ask instead as she also tried to bring her camera crew in the room where people were recovering from the Maui wildfires but those people wanted privacy. There's so much information they were missing.

[@Futu06]

@@fatihamirza5815 It's not so much "more problems" as I think it's probably "different problems". No, you don't struggle for everyday needs that can be solved with just having money, but something I've heard from people who are wealthy is that where the problems come in are relationships, with both friends, family and new romantic partners. How you can never be sure if someone is around you for you or just after your money. Or how everyone all of a sudden feels entitled to your stuff, friends and family treat you like a piggy bank, etc. Really nasty stories about how if you have money, people have the audacity to get mad at you if you don't get them the new iPhone or luxury goods for Christmas, not allowed to make thoughtful or genuine presents, just expensive ones. Sadly been in a similar position myself (although I'm not wealthy, just comparatively to some friends had at least SOME disposable income) where I had a friend who whenever we went out, always complained about having no money (they were not unemployed), so I ended up paying for drinks and food. Not that I mind, I like to be generous when I can, but it turned into a situation where it was never reciprocated and it just makes you feel like you're just there to provide free stuff. Needless to say, we don't really hang out anymore. I imagine for someone WITH actual money, it's that times a million and that can't feel good.

[@WYIN98]

I would rather have depression on a private island than have depression AND thinking if I'm gonna be evicted next week

[@fatihamirza5815]

Yeah this makes total sense and it is definitely different problems and like yourself I’ve experienced it myself. I think when you have money finding genuine new friends is difficult because you’re always insecure about whether they only want you to pay for everything. But at any tax bracket fake friendships will still exist and unfortunately that’s life. I would take being a multimillionaire and being depressed over struggling and still being depressed.

[@susanp3697]

I hate when people say money can't buy happiness. Because in alot of cases it can. It may not be able to buy a family or friends but it can definitely buy mental health professionals, medications, a good living situation, healthy foods, gym memberships, childcare, education. All of these things that are proven to be lifechanging in the world of mental health.

[@elenakalliste]

I have so much respect for Cristine and her perspective on wealth and happiness and all of that because she is obviously very rich now but has stayed very much aware of her privilege and it’s clearly something she thinks about a lot

[@ania5038]

I think because she actually earned it herself (beyond her luck and privilege) and worked hard before she appreciates it a lot more.

[@suzykennedy3559]

I like what Ben said- money is not the key to happiness. It’s not but it definetly lends itself to security which can provide the environment to peruse happiness. Money can’t buy happiness but it can buy security- which is a requirement for general overall happiness, in my opinion.

[@maituuliii]

This! I think the saying "Money can't buy happiness" is too simplified and lacks context, which in turn causes people to eventually argue about two completely different topics thinking they are the same. Obviously, if you cannot pay rent, pay for food or hospital bills having that need met with enough money will 100% increase your happiness by taking away that fundamental stress hovering over you. But. Once those needs are met, your overall happiness does not really increase if you take an extra vacation, buy that extra latte or shirt every week or month. And I don't think we should really shame people from advocating what is also eventually less wastefull and consumer driven lifestyle. If we want to keep living on this planet in the future we need to change our midset to valuing relationships and community over a spesific size house or something.

[@BlackStarSymphony]

Yeah, money doesn't buy happiness, but it sure helps in making sure your needs are fulfilled. It's a necessary poison.

[@LocalGothdadd]

BS, people that say that are buying all the wrong shit 😂 LOL

[@sammymullins2014]

Cris don't apologize for being sad a little bit about leaving a job that you loved. Allowing yourself to grieve that is a good thing. We know you love and appreciate the business you have. You can see it every launch video. But you can mourn not doing the job that did make a difference. Some people need to have a physical change so they can have a break from the same place day in and day out. Don't worry about what we think about you, which is easier to say than do but something is always going to get someone upset.

[@nocturnalizzie]

Let's de-normalize asking people intrusive questions about their relationships and reproduction. Unless you're my partner or my doctor, my uterus is not something you need to ever be thinking about.

[@Kikiricki11]

I do agree to a certain extend BUT I also disagree that we should make women biolody a private topic. There is nothing wrong with talking about it but it CAN be intrusive. It depends on the situation. Here, as they are strangers, it is definitely intrusive.

[@nocturnalizzie]

@@Kikiricki11If someone wants to talk about their own body and what's going on with it, great! I've been open with people about my endometriosis and talked about my bisalp surgery because those are important topics that not enough people know about. And we definitely should talk a lot more about women's health in general. But there is zero reason for someone else to *ask me* about what my uterus is or isn't doing. Infertility and miscarriages are more common than a lot of people realize and I have a few friends who want so badly to be a parent and haven't been able to yet. I don't personally feel sad or hurt by nosy questions, just pissed off.

[@Nillalilla]

@@Kikiricki11 It's true that things like that don't need to be private, but it should always be up to people themselves to choose to talk about it instead of being forced to talk about it because of others. I don't think it matters if it's a stranger or not. If it's something that someone wants to share about themselves, they will/can do it on their own.

[@johndododoe1411]

You uterus matters even more to your unborn children . But humans as a social species loves to talk about who is procreating our species . We love knowing if our friends, idols, leaders and enemies are happy and/or growing their families .

[@AA-cf4es]

​@@johndododoe1411talk about your testicules with your buddy, john, and f@ck off from women bodies.

[@skellybean8659]

If Oprah would pay my hospital bills I’d be happier

[@noobie.nailart]

I feel like you're missing the part where Oprah has just started the fund to help Maui by asking for money from people living paycheck to paycheck. Instead of doing something to actually help, she's asking for money from people who don't have any. Shes so out of touch with reality right now. So that definitely plays a part on people's hate on Oprah right now

[@WYIN98]

She (Oprah) also has property in Maui, how do I know they don't want that money to fix their own property??

[@aliceche714]

​@@WYIN98her property is fine, she just want some tax returns on people's donations

[@IrresistibleWitch]

She never asked anyone who is living paycheck to paycheck for help. That is you projecting. Stop. If you have to give them do or shut up. That simple.

[@sina3602]

​@@IrresistibleWitchif she wanted her rich friends to help, she could've asked them directly the way lady gaga did during covid. But she made that video for the general public and most of the gp do live paycheck to paycheck. Nobody is projecting.

[@madysonoster4759]

@@IrresistibleWitch she asked the general populace, a HUGE portion of which DOES live paycheck to paycheck. So yeah, she basically DID ask people living paycheck to paycheck, because MOST people are.

[@lemonz1769]

I think it’s ok and natural that Cristine is conscientious about how her responses will be perceived by listeners. People temper their statements when having conversations in public all of the time, let alone having their opinions broadcast on the internet. I think part of why Simplyverse has always been such a chill an positive place is because Cristine is very thoughtful about what she says and strays away from topics that could make people have negative feelings and really bring nothing positive to her in the long run for saying it out loud.

[@koreighlee]

I agree 100%! And no shade to Ben, but his impatience with Christine’s prudence and judgement rubs me the wrong way sometimes 🙄 like yes, our girl is rigorous!! We love that about her. Learn to keep up lol ;)

[@svelli7473]

@@koreighlee no Ben is right, it's good he reminds Simply to just speak her mind without having to alter her opinion for all the people that may take offense from it somehow (because on the internet with this big of an audience, at least someone will). She apologizes for every opinion she has and she doesn't have to.

[@genericplantlife]

​@@svelli7473i agree. As much as we love that Cristine is very careful about her words, the tendency to people please is also something ti be self-aware about because it helps no one and only enables those who are determined to take everything you say in bad faith. That said, I do get the desire to really over-explain everything and the ABSOLUTE NEED to be understood. This is a known thing in neurodivergent spaces (not to say that Cristine is one, but that the trait is common).

[@sootchibootchi]

I like their dynamic actually because they both have different approaches to voicing their opinion. Ben's is more funny while Simply's is more thought provoking and honestly she's quite good at voicing it whenever she takes a sec to think and explain her opinion. The apologizing is not necessary but I do like the details she gives

[@BBoPPo88]

I think your nervousness in how people will think about you/getting cancelled is really getting in the way of having a really interesting conversation and I can also see how much it stresses you out. I do agree with Ben about the fact that you may want to reconsider the podcast if it has such a heavy toll on you that your every answer has to be calculated to a T.

[@carinen8119]

It does seem to cause her a lot of stress, which is a shame. I understand why Ben finds it worrying. I do very much enjoy the podcast, though!

[@XverreauX]

Talking about education. At 18, I had no clue what I wanted to do. I went back to college 2 years ago, at age 34! I graduated with honor, and found a great place to work as soon as I graduated. It litteraly took me 16 years to figure out what I wanted to do. I've had many conversations in the past with highschool students (I used to be a manager), they would tell me how they didn't feel ready to go to University or College but were afraid to disappoint their parents. My advice was always, if you don't feel ready, get a full-time job, live a little and ask yourself what it is you really see yourself doing for the rest of your life. I always found it hard how we've been conditioned to study from age 6 to 18, and to not take a breather when highschool is finally done. Believe me, I went to College 3 times in my life, the first 2 times were a waste of money, if you're not ready, take the time you need. ❤

[@katie18976]

Totally agree with you 👏👏👏

[@ashley-cz1sl]

My 15-year old daughter loves you and Safyia. I have gotten her some of your collections before and she loves them but this one she is going to love. She is getting it as one of her Christmas gifts. I bought it when it came out and told her that she had to wait a day for me to get it because I hadn't gottne paid yet and when we logged on to get it it was completely sold out. She was so disappointed and said that at least we tired. I can't wait to give this to her.

[@kylaheaton]

This is really sweet you’re a great mom i hope she loves it!!🩷🩷

[@emmabringsthehappy]

For the record I feel like Cristine always talk about her wealth in a way that’s super tactful and is never out of touch ❤️

[@thepandaone]

In Nordic countries students get paid for attending university. You get a small allowance each month (not something you can live off though) and you can also take a loan that is pretty worth it if you don't work while studying. I never took the loan because I was working and had some money saved up, but just the fact that education is free and I even get a little bit of money for studying is very motivating.

[@emekennede]

A crucial part of the Oprah deal is that last week she asked us normal people to donate money to help Hawaii fire victims, instead of her getting her very wealthy friends to donate. Normal people are currently paying 2-3 times for EVERYTHING and barely able to feed their families and they asked us to help. They have the money, they need to help. Then within a week that clip was released about why she thinks we are unhappy. I think many people no matter their social economic background are starting to realize that what use to work doesn’t anymore and we can’t just work ourselves into basic & secure lifestyles anymore.

[@madisongirolamo6064]

On the having a baby convo, as someone who recently decided with my fiance that we probably won't want kids, it should be the societal default that people aren't going to have kids. I always used to say I'd rather find out I physically couldn't have kids than tell people (my parents, in-laws, etc.) that we decided we don't want kids because then it's always something you feel you have to prove to other people that you're making the right decision.

[@JennaGetsCreative]

It's quite common for girls to stop growing at 12-14, so Cristine was probably right the first time. I'm also 5'4 and this is all the height I got by 7th grade. Boys, on the other hand, tend to do their last sprouting as late as 16 or older.

[@ragasaur5878]

Yes! I stopped growing at 12, my husband stopped growing at 18!

[@oofshapedhuman4974]

I stopped growing at 11 and I've been mad about it since

[@andressaguerra6711]

Yeah, girls' growth are heavily impacted by our periods, we usually don't grow that much after getting it for the 1st time

[@butt.whytho]

@@oofshapedhuman4974 lol I stopped growing at around 13 but I was cool with it bc I was always one of the tallest kids up until that point. Now I'm a very average 5'5"

[@ClaudiaDavZam]

Yeah, me too, I've been 5'7 since 13 and only gained width since, not height 😂.

[@hannahmussmann]

Cristine about aliens "idk I don't want people to be mad because I don't care." Stressed that people will be upset. Cristine about school: rants for several minutes about how stupid cost of education is and how learning is great and everyone that wants to attend should be able to attend school. Goes off with no apology for the opinion. (Which I love no apology) I love the drastic difference here 😂

[@caras.4332]

I am a paycheck to paycheck American who does not use social media. I can definitely say that deleting all my social media years ago was one of the best things I've ever done for my mental health. I don't think anything Oprah is saying is super groundbreaking or new... But ALSO, I will say that if I didn't have to worry about money, my happiness level would increase tremendously. Ben said it correctly - both things can be true.

[@laflaf125]

I'm similar to Cristine in regards to prefering to work in an office than work from home. I like the separation between my home life and my work life. Also, I didnt have an ideal work from home environment until recently because i was living with my family which includes younger siblings who are still children and therefore noisy. It seemed that I was im the minority in actually not being too keen on working from home and its nice to see that Cristine is the same. For me, even as an introvert, working from home can be too isolating. I also enjoy the social aspect of working in an office.

[@mignonhagemeijer3726]

I also need that seperation. The only reason I want to work from home is when the commute would be long. When I did my internship which had a commute of 2,5 hours I decided to work from home. However, I also organised a study group in the library because I still needed that

[@carinen8119]

I enjoyed going into the office too ! So nice to have informal chats with coworkers, have a change of scenery and feel like you're part of a team

[@PirateFrodoPotter]

58:44 Ben breaking the 4th wall killed me 😂😂😂

[@cristinabaeza5163]

glad to see simply is gonna have an easy time with the thumbnail haircuts 😌

[@shai-like-chai]

bahahahaha

[@Blood0range]

LOL!

[@oliviaunderc0ver]

LMAOO TRUE

[@cecemcqueasy]

Weird wee rant here, but Cristine, I understand what you mean regarding having spent so long studying criminology, and not currently working in that career - that's hard, and it can feel painful, almost like that time was wasted, or like one's potential/talents are going unutilised. BUT what you learned are now a part of you - and you're a public figure. Your reports might not be directly influencing policy makers, but your voice, your empathy, your nuanced perspectives - they are now part of public discourse, and that is so important. Not because you're perfectly pristine and polished, with the best arguments to win any debate, but because you care, and it shows. Every listener is a voter, and you add kindness to the political equation, and I, for one, am thankful for that.

[@christinemarsh4827]

Beautifully said. I agree completely. ❤

[@ambra8957]

Cristine, the collab box with Safiya is beautiful and the tiny bats are so adorable 😍

[@comodoregoatknuckle6301]

Yeah. Oprah should ask the people of Maui why they are unhappy.

[@lupeflores9093]

It’s infuriating to me when I say I don’t want kids and everyone says oh you’ll change your mind but then I mention that my partner doesn’t like kids either and they suddenly accept it. Someone else not wanting a kid makes it valid for me not wanting one

[@marart926]

Love that you brought up having kids small talk. I am someone who doesn't want kids, but where I from. (Midwest) people always asked, and my own family and husband's family have always asked and got pushy. It's frustrating cause people demonize you sometimes for having the no children policy or even not liking children

[@katelynp12]

I also just hate the phrase “start a family” as if children are required to make your life whole.. and as if choosing a life partner to spend every day with isn’t “enough” love and commitment to amount to anything meaningful

[@nocturnalizzie]

Exactly! Tf do you mean "start" a family?? We are a family of two and we like it that way!

[@carinen8119]

Yes! My partner and I have created a family by building a living, trusting relationship together, and a wonderful home. We then added a cat, and later a child to this family - but that doesn't change the value it holds.

[@alicialimon9103]

As a telephone customer service agent (and even back when I worked in food years ago) I can definitely say the crazy conspiracy theorists really do be saying their crazy shit to ANYONE who has the misfortune of having to listen to them lol

[@ssssss2462]

People never say, I wish I had less money and I'd be happier.

[@XverreauX]

Why are people so obsessed with marriage and babies??? 😭

[@CryInChroma]

Now it’s a happy taco Tuesday 🩵🩵🩵

[@carlygoldberg8315]

Totally relate to what Cris said about working in an office!! I was in college during the pandemic and had done an internship where I was in an office with dozens of other people and I loved the camaraderie, sense of community, and going out with work friends for dinner. After the pandemic my jobs have been hybrid or totally remote, and it’s been really hard because I really thrived in that routine and environment. Even if I find opportunities to go in-person, if no one else is there, there’s no point. Of course I understand that a lot of people don’t feel that way so I wouldn’t want them to be forced to come in, but it does feel like the old work environment is never coming back.

[@lipstickandlibraries]

I'm in the minority with you, Cristine. I also miss pre-covid office culture. Everyone loves working from home but I personally need the physical separation. I started my job in 2018 and those 2 yrs were some of the happiest times of my life and I mourn the fact that it will never be the same.

[@justasmalltowngirl774]

I'm very friendly and cheery in person, but inside my head, I am very sad and depressed. Social interaction is not a good gage of feelings

[@beyondthepaleasmr8097]

Exactly how I feel about work from home :( it was pretty depressing after a while. living alone...working alone....no reason to leave the house. and even after the pandemic "ended" my job didn't make us go back so now the office is empty even if I do go in. No one loves the commute but many of us need the human interaction.

[@carinen8119]

Agreed!

[@itssmeeagain]

I feel like Cristine‘s hair is much darker today, but I don’t know if that’s just me just now noticing Cristine’s hair color 😂

[@MorticiaAttoms]

I've felt that way in the past few streams, too. I thought I was going nuts. I wonder if they have gotten different lights.

[@googliebear]

It does look darker!

[@TheStitchWitch9]

Cristine. You are so humble, kind and intelligent. I have never watched this channel before and I'm really glad I did. It's such a change from Holo Taco stuff, not in any good or bad way. Just thoroughly enjoyable to hear such an intelligent conversation.

[@alba_]

I’m also 5’4” and stopped growing in 8th grade (like 13/14 years old)

[@kleptomelly]

Same here. I've been 5'3" since I was about 12-13.

[@khimarra]

13 makes perfect sense for Cristine to have stopped growing. I've always heard girls grow faster than boys, and I stopped growing at 9! I've been the same height since 3rd grade!!!

[@b0ywonder]

I really appreciate that They both have different perspectives on things. I am really hoping that one day simply will listen to Ben when he says not to worry so much about how people are going to react to her opinions. It literally does not matter what other people think and this is your platform and you should feel open and free enough to express yourself! We shouldn’t live like we feel the need to fit ourselves and opinions into neat little boxes that are easy to digest for the masses. I understand being a public facing business owner can feel burdensome, but most everyone responds well when you’re being authentic! Just Simply Be Yourself!

[@Wtfsugoi]

People are mad at Oprah about Hawaii because she owns land in Hawaii and still has yet to help the people personally. She just started a fundraiser using money from her followers to donate to Hawaii.

[@andressaguerra6711]

32:09 I 100% get what Cris was talking about missing work before Covid, even if I don’t relate to it in the work sense. There's so many other things that were different before the pandemic that I miss, but I simply can't go back, because they're no longer the same. It's literally about missing a reality that doesn't exist anymore. That's a concept I really struggle with. Wow, this podcast got a lot more serious than I thought it would be 😂

[@lizalove91]

Twitter is the angry platform, TikTok is defensive, instagram is judgmental.

[@dailypolishme]

Don't stop doing these podcasts 🤞💞 "Money does buy happiness......my Holo Taco nail polishes" 😁😁👏

[@marysmith3057]

I don't think money can buy happiness, but I think having money gives people the room to think about things other than money. There are Americans who have to balance literally dying or going to the hospital and paying potentially tens of thousands of dollars. I don't think someone can pursue happiness when you're worried about how you're going to buy food or pay rent.

[@daiseechain]

“Society pooped it’s pants… And I can smell it” 🤣🤣🤣

[@charmed310]

Cristine’s hair is looking 👌🏼👌🏼

[@braynroquero2918]

I thoroughly enjoy these kinds of format. Free flow vibes and makes me think of my decisions on certain topics. Both of you are such icons in the community. Lovelots from the UK

[@NailsfromAtoB]

I love the nail community. Everyone I've encountered and had the opportunity to speak to is amazingly supportive and welcoming!

[@kylaheaton]

Christine! Your hair looks beautiful! It looks super shiny and smooth what are you using?!

[@Inzje]

I believe it's quite common for women to stop growing in their early teens, so Cristine might've been right with her initial guess of 13.

[@tevanistuff578]

My biggest problem with the "money dont buy happiness" isnt even that its not true. Its that its so often used to defend why making real change to wealth distribution shouldnt be done. Cause if money dont increase happiness why is it important to destribute it more fairly.

[@FungalFlagellum]

I am working on my thesis right now thanks to you Simply. Its conservation biology, not sociology, but you absolutely inspired me at a time in my life that i was unsure. To also touch on what Ben alluded to a few times and to connect the idea of people asking you about marriage for years on end: i think its normal to get critiques online and I think thats its okay and normal to feel apprehensive when sharing opinions. I tend to disagree with one of your opinions or both almost every podcast, but thats the reason i keep coming back. These conversations are nuanced and its okay that the answers are sometimes gray and that the reality of our opinions are often gray. I really hope you continue to do the podcast, but I hope you take care of yourselves most importantly ✌️

[@nataliec.8501]

There's simply nothing better than prepping food and listening to you guys ❤ love you so much

[@evanjuleen]

Simply has cultivated such a kind and well spoken following. 💖 All o your comments are so insightful and caring.

[@KacieRiley]

Ty for your advice on how to prioritize tasks and not spreading yourself too thin ❤ also I love the Zyler and Menchie sweaters so much, they’re so freakin comfy 🥰

[@cadancekerber1050]

Cris, I was listening to the podcast on my way to campus (Carleton!) and I just want to let you know that I was inspired to go to uni because of your advocacy and encouragement (I'min Cognitive Science)! I appreciate the joy and positivity you bring to my life, and I tell everyone that you're my role model! My hope for you is to become more comfortable expressing your opinions without fear of upsetting others. We all have our own experiences that shape our viewpoints, and no matter how privileged we may be, we still have valuable thoughts to share and should do so without guilt!

[@dumitritabulgariu3790]

I am so excited that there will be a restock. I have missed the collection by a bit and i can't wait to place my first order!!! ❤

[@tanitatortellini9937]

i love when cristine talks abt her old job and how much she loved it :( its kind of sad the situation with covid evolved in a way where she cant do both, but at the same time owning a business is alot of work i imagine....

[@catseye13]

I agree, going back to the office post COVID is not the same and I miss what it was like before - I don’t hate many things but I hate having to reserve a desk each day! Why can’t we have our own desks back? I walk to work and have to lug my equipment, shoes, lunch 🤦‍♀️ I understand people wanting/needing to work from home but for those of us that have to work at the office why can’t we have some normalcy back? I know this is not the case for every company 😅

[@lynnevetter]

Lordy, I miss the office too! 😭

[@katyb2793]

The irony is using a different desk every day is not necessarily very covid safe 🙄 I can totally understand you, I would hate that. I imagine you have to lug your stuff around like being in school again too..

[@catseye13]

@@katyb2793 Ohh so true I carry Lysol wipes with me each time to clean the desk. I lug around so much stuff it’s a pain and I miss being the tea and tampon hero lol 😆

[@katyb2793]

@@catseye13 ohh 😂 I feel for you, everyone needs their own space, we spend the majority of our day at work.

[@MathPiHanan]

40:04 in Saudi, you get a monthly stipend for attending university. It’s not much, but it covers a lot of school related expenses (transportation, books, etc.).

[@iloveapiano6542]

Simply. Your honest reflection on missing going into the office is so real and you're not alone. Even good change is hard sometimes. If you miss that deeper meaning and writing, could you do part time adjunct professory things and share what you know? Or write a book? Y'all are amazing and love the energy you put into the world.

[@KacieRiley]

I also think the nail art community is largely very uplifting and positive and not gatekeepy at all 🥰

[@tiannnna]

Please dont stop doing the podcast ever!! Really love hearing from you both!

[@alexalangseder2024]

Love y’all hanging with Safiya and Tyler!!

[@surbhi968]

Really love this episode :) Thanks guys. I relate to Cristine so much. I've been following you guys for a few years. I always wanted you to start a podcast because I loved the little sections you used to do between Simply's videos where you talked about serious stuff. I don't usually comment so I don't know how to end this but yes, this was a great podcast episode!

[@jaylee5905]

As someone married with kids, the questions about kids never stop. I have 3 and people still ask me if I will have more. Strangers even ask me. Like WHY?!

[@heihau97]

As a Norwegian with a master's in sociology, I paid around 100 dollars ish per semester in fees when attending university here. All our major universities are public (private schools are mostly establish because they really tune in on a specific area like business, finance etc.), so my major expenses were living costs and school supplies. Similar to Denmark, students here recieve money each month (I got 700 dollars ish), although here at least, a portion of that sum you'll have to pay back when you start working as an adult. In reality it's a very cheap loan to zero out any financial disadvantages a young person may have to make sure everyone- no matter their social background- gets an opportunity to attend university. Anyhow, I'm always shocked whenever hearing how much school costs in the US. Needing parents to save money for their childrens' education is mad, and just seems to reenforces any social inequality that may already exsists.

[@madisongirolamo6064]

Great podcast per usual. I love both your guys' hair!

[@BigDaddy2000p]

I always love your overthinking Simply, cause I can relate and learn so much from you honestly. Thank you for the entertaining content

[@fdsajkl76]

Yay! Happy to see my favorite podcast back ❤❤❤

[@jess_aaron]

Social media is toxic.. I also believe that the social norms that get shoved down our throat on a daily basis is a factor.. There’s more to life than just working till you can hopefully retire.. I believe creativity, community and exploration are key factors in happiness! ♥️

[@alwaysemilia]

I started a little side business, very small and low key, but it’s the best outlet for my creativity! I have been so much happier all around since I’ve rediscovered my creative drive and started working with my hands outside of my office job.

[@jess_aaron]

@@alwaysemilia ♥️♥️♥️

[@bekakunkei971]

great episode, thanks Simply and Ben! ✨💅

[@ShinTraci9684]

I really admire Cristine and her passion for her job. Her talking about her job really warmed my heart. I aspire to have a meaningful connection with my workplace and the people that I work with as much as her. Love you Cris.

[@KairixXxSora16]

I adored this podcast.

[@tastysand05]

Love the title of this episode lol Very chaotic, just how we like it :)

[@timetraveler878]

Cristine I can definitely relate to missing an old job -- my college job was working in a library and I loved it. I work an office job full time in renewable energy and I love that too, but I miss my old job. You kind of have to mourn it, especially if the change was out of your control with COVID things like you were saying. For me I decided to take on a part time job (10 hours a week or less) in a bookstore to get more involvement local community & education. Then I also get to feel like I'm contributing to a bigger picture at my 9-5. Sending lots of love and hoping you're able to find that same fulfillment in other ways ❤️

[@stephanied6451]

Ive been missing out! Love this podcast😊

[@SunshineRiptide]

It’s a great Taco Tuesday! New pod and my order of the collab ( got the bundle) will be here today. 🦇💜

[@HellaVolta]

You're definitely iconic Cristine

[@woldsee8221]

God bless. You postet when I needed you the most 😍 Having the most stressful week at work, this will help me so much! 😘 After all this stress I will treat myself with a big order of Holo Taco. It will be my first order and my fiance told me he will "sponsor" it (since I have been talking non-stop about you since I found your channel/brand). Edit: Don't mind my english, I'm German. Greetings from the north sea.

[@miscdruid1994]

I’ve been watching Simply since 2015ish and now I’m a small swatcher in the nail community. I see Cristine as a really wonderful and inspiring individual. It’s been really fun watching her do fabulous nail art to owning her own polish brand I use and love. Idk. Maybe I’m a sucker for nostalgia, but Cristine is just a more evolved & mature person that she was sitting in her small spare condo room. 🫶

[@thirty3bluelines]

This is my favorite podcast. I hope you two are having a great day :)

[@JulieStardoll]

your hair looks incredible here cristine!

[@LizzieDunlap]

Please don't stop making the poscast. I really love listening to you guys ❤

[@aliyahraynee8011]

i just started binge watching your videos again cuz you were my favourite when i was younger still love ur content

[@tchaugn]

my Canadian parents. I appreciate the podcast so much, I get nervous when you talk about ending it ahahaha it's my favorite form of Simply media.

[@miguistikerms]

Beeeen!, Cristine, I think you could start doing a Box Set wall in the podcast room. Like the nail polish wall.

[@StargazingDragon]

I live in a republican nazi city and I can say for sure that people are in fact running around walmart and gas stations being angry. It's not just on socials. I was just harassed by some middle aged man who said I was a blind 12 year old because I wasn't going down the isle fast enough. Depends where you live

[@macmclernon9603]

I particularly enjoyed your answer to the last question on avoiding burnout. In a similar way, I find that it helps to allow the "bubblegum for the mind" tasks and activities to break up the more heavy-duty stuff. Variety is the spice of life, as they say...

[@thenopedetective]

This is called task alternation in pacing strategies!

[@kylewebb1005]

Agree with the thesis talk so much. I couldn't bring myself to think today, so I just spent a couple hours messing around with the thesis template everything goes in until I could focus again

[@crisiscat]

I had a real hard time with university during covid, because all our theoretical courses were online. Suddenly my house wasn’t a place where I could relax and do my coursework at my own comfort, but it was also my university class room where I couldn’t fully concentrate on the real time lesson. I’m studying to become a biomedical researcher and thankfully that is a job that requires one out of their home, so I have that to look forward to 😅

[@lucisna]

13:06 the way menchie stares at ben's hands 😂

[@jenisawesome333]

Happy taco Tuesday friends!!!

[@megannwalsh]

As someone who doesn’t want kids, I find it annoying that because you’re in a relationship you’re expected to get married and have kids. I’m annoyed for you that you constantly get asked.

[@Kintsugi23]

A lot of people seem to view things like marriage or children as "the next step" of a relationship, or "what you're supposed to do." I have friends who were in long term relationships who started pressuring their partners to propose simply because "well, we've been together a few years so it's probably about time we got engaged."

[@becabawlor]

Women on average stop growing at a younger age then men do. So you were probably right Cristine. Don’t let Ben gaslight you into thinking you were wrong 😜😂

[@johndododoe1411]

Is that related to earlier puberty?

[@SurprisedPikacheesecake]

That's a pretty generous use of the term 'gaslight', which would imply Ben was intentionally doing it to control or manipulate her as if he has something to gain here from making her question her reality. Just say 'talk' if that's what you mean unless you actually think he's abusing her.

[@crisiscat]

I’ve knows enough cis girls who stopped growing when they were 16, too so Ben wasn’t fully in the wrong

[@andressaguerra6711]

​​@@SurprisedPikacheesecakeIt was pretty obviously a joke, as implied by the emojis and general tone

[@SurprisedPikacheesecake]

@@andressaguerra6711 why is a form of abuse a joke?

[@soy.evelino]

On the subject of remote and in-office; I really like having a mix of both. Like the remote flexibility is very great but can also feel so isolating where everyone is just staying in a little bubble. and In Office can be annoying with commutes but once you're there with your workers it also helps foster that sense of community and encouragement. Its just like how remote classes can work for some but not others. I hope Simply knows that for the hundreds of people who are overly attached to her opinion and dog on it just to dog on it, there's like thousands more that are more understanding, wanna share their own extra details, and overall want her to grow comfortable with voice her opinion if and when she wants to!