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Mini Episode: Arrogant Aunt Holiday Special

In this Mini Episode we address the giant elephant in the room: the silly season. Hosts Steph Van Schilt and Veronica Sullivan talk saving vs. spending, negotiating holiday cheer, and the art of re-gifting. Got a question for the Sisteria team? We'd love to hear from you. Submit emails or voice memos for our Arrogant Aunt segment to sisteriapodcast@gmail.com, or DM us on the socials.

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