BOOT, SALOON AND ESTATE w/ CHARLOTTE

Summary

Podcast Summary: The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz
Episode: BOOT, SALOON AND ESTATE w/ CHARLOTTE
Release Date: June 24, 2025

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Introduction and Guest Welcome (00:00 - 02:11)

Kelly and Liz kick off the episode with their usual lighthearted banter, touching on everyday embarrassments like attending theme parties without nailing the theme. Shortly after, they introduce their special guest, Charlotte Taylor—a physical therapist, Pilates instructor, and the girlfriend of their brother, Craig Suntrup Jr. Charlotte expresses her excitement and slight nervousness about joining the podcast, mentioning how much she has followed their episodes while juggling her busy life.

Notable Quote:

• Charlotte (02:11): "I remember when you guys started talking about the podcast, and I was like, oh my God, this is so cool."

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Engaging Games: British Vocabulary Challenge (05:32 - 11:30)

Charlotte brings an engaging twist to the episode by introducing a game centered around British English vocabulary. As a British native, she challenges Kelly and Liz to guess the British terms for everyday items, particularly those related to cars.

Key Highlights:

• "Trunk" becomes "Boot" (06:14).
• "Saloon" translates to "Sedan" (07:28).
• "Estate" refers to a "Station Wagon" (08:07).

The trio also delves into British slang words like "chuffed," meaning pleased or proud, and "cheeky," which conveys a playful or slightly sassy demeanor. They humorously discuss how these words might sound like cuss words to Americans.

Notable Quote:

• Liz (09:36): "Cheeky's cute. All right, let's start using cheeky. Add that one in."

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Relationship Insights: How Charlotte and Craig Met (12:29 - 25:15)

Charlotte shares a heartfelt and detailed narrative of how she met her boyfriend, Craig. Their relationship blossomed during the COVID-19 pandemic when social gatherings were limited. After reconnecting at a small gathering, they went on their first date to see Christmas lights and shared memorable moments, including a trip to the St. Louis Zoo and a visit to Clemson University where Charlotte was a Division 1 rower.

Key Highlights:

• First Date: Visiting St. Louis Zoo Christmas lights and enjoying bird scooter rides.
• Challenges: Charlotte breaks her ankle while building a snowman, leading to time apart and eventual deepening of their relationship during spring training camp.
• Family Integration: Meeting Kelly and Liz at a themed farm party, where they navigated the dynamics of joining a large, close-knit family.

Notable Quotes:

• Charlotte (14:33): "We flew to Fort Lauderdale and Craig and I ended up making it official on that trip."
• Kelly (22:11): "It's marriage advice that I give to actually a lot of people because I think sometimes we're trained to have your husband or your significant other fill every aspect, fill your bucket in every way."

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Fitness and Wellness: Overcoming Post-College Challenges (26:18 - 35:15)

The conversation shifts to health and wellness, with Charlotte discussing her journey from being a Division 1 athlete to finding balance as a new professional and soon-to-be mom. She candidly talks about her struggles with binge eating, weight gain post-college, and how a transformative trip to Europe with Craig motivated her to embrace a healthier lifestyle through Pilates and mindful eating.

Key Highlights:

• Fitness Transition: Moving from intense rowing workouts to enjoying Pilates and running despite an injury.
• Nutrition Tips: Emphasizing small, sustainable changes like portion control and mindful eating.
• Workout Integration for Moms: Sharing practical tips for incorporating exercise into a busy schedule, such as using household activities as workout opportunities.

Notable Quotes:

• Charlotte (28:07): "Looking back, you just need to make small changes. And like, portion control is a huge thing."
• Liz (33:29): "Your Instagram, like, movement is medicine. Just get out and move your body."

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Industry News: Tesla Robot Taxis in Austin (46:09 - 48:00)

Kelly brings timely auto-industry news to the table, discussing Tesla's rollout of robotaxi services in Austin, Texas. The feature includes Charlotte’s personal experience with Waymo’s autonomous vehicles, highlighting both the futuristic appeal and practical limitations of current technology.

Key Highlights:

• Tesla’s Strategy: Opting for an invite-only rollout targeting influencers and investors.
• Charlotte’s Experience: Describes a humorous incident where she was asked to leave a Waymo vehicle for having too many passengers.

Notable Quotes:

• Charlotte (46:00): "We had one too many people and we got in trouble and the Waymo said to get out."
• Liz (48:00): "It is monitored. And they are really cool."

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Digital Drive Through: Easy Dinner Recipe - Burger Bowl (48:31 - 50:24)

In the "Digital Drive Through" segment, Charlotte shares her latest culinary obsession—a high-protein burger bowl. She details the ingredients and preparation method, emphasizing the healthy twist with Greek yogurt-based sauce.

Recipe Highlights:

• Base: Spinach and arugula.
• Protein: Ground beef seasoned with salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce.
• Sides: Sweet potato fries and a homemade Greek yogurt-based sauce mimicking Big Mac flavors.

Notable Quotes:

• Charlotte (48:33): "It's so yummy. I think I'm gonna make it for dinner tonight, so maybe I'll make a video showing."
• Liz (49:39): "That's a hack."

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Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts (50:24 - 51:08)

Kelly, Liz, and Charlotte wrap up the episode with final thoughts on fitness, family dynamics, and personal growth. Kelly mentions needing to rest her raspy voice, while Charlotte expresses her gratitude for being part of the podcast. The hosts encourage listeners to follow Charlotte on her fitness journey and promote her Instagram for more tips and recipes.

Notable Quote:

• Kelly (51:08): "Thank you for listening to the Carpool Podcast with Kelly and Liz. Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an episode."

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Key Takeaways:

1. Cultural Exchange: The British vocabulary game highlights the fun differences between American and British English, enriching listeners' understanding of language nuances.
2. Relationship Building: Charlotte’s story with Craig emphasizes the importance of confidence, mutual support, and family integration in building a strong relationship.
3. Health and Wellness: Practical advice on maintaining fitness and healthy eating habits post-college and as a new parent underscores the podcast's dedication to holistic well-being.
4. Industry Insights: The discussion on Tesla robot taxis provides listeners with up-to-date information on advancements in the auto industry, coupled with personal anecdotes for relatability.
5. Community and Support: Kelly’s insights on relationship expectations and the importance of a support system resonate with listeners seeking balanced relationships.

This episode of "The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz" offers a blend of personal stories, practical advice, and engaging content that appeals to both auto enthusiasts and those interested in lifestyle and wellness.

Transcript

[Kelly]

Welcome to the carpool podcast with Kelly. What's more embarrassing? Going to a theme party and being, like, way too into theme or going to a theme party and, like, not being in theme enough. I have been to, like, a Halloween party that I thought adults dressed up at, and they did not, and that's humiliating.

[Liz]

And Liz, this is way harder than I thought it was gonna be.

[Kelly]

I think it was gonna be, like.

[Liz]

Butter chips, and it'd be like, they're french fries.

[Charlotte]

Your mom. Time off. Start.

[Kelly]

Welcome back to the carpool podcast with.

[Liz]

Kelly and Liz and Charlotte.

[Kelly]

Yeah, I got a little raspy voice.

[Liz]

What's going on?

[Kelly]

I have no idea. I feel fine. I would say, like, I had the slightest tickle in my throat over the weekend, but I wouldn't even describe it as sick. And now all of a sudden, and it's not even cute raspy. It's like crackle raspy. You know, it's kind of like ears. It's really bad. And this is only podcast recording, one of two today.

[Liz]

Well, the good news is we have Shartay fit Charlotte Taylor on the podcast today, so maybe she can do some more talking so we don't have to listen to what's going on over there.

[Kelly]

Yeah. And. But I don't also don't know if I just need to, like, warm my voice up.

[Liz]

Maybe. Maybe that's it.

[Kelly]

Yeah, it's kind of that thing where it's like. I don't know. I was awake.

[Liz]

Stop.

[Kelly]

Like, I was awake for so long this morning, and then I. It was just me and Libby awake. And then I realized, like, I hadn't said anything all morning.

[Liz]

Yeah, totally.

[Kelly]

So then I started, like, talking to myself, and it was completely gone. And it has gotten better.

[Liz]

Okay. So, yeah, maybe you just need to do a little. Little vocal warm up.

[Kelly]

Yeah. Me, me, me, me, me.

[Liz]

Oh, maybe not. Maybe not. Anyway, do we have a show for you. We have Dr. Charlotte Taylor, physical therapist, pilates instructor, sister, daughter, friend, girlfriend of our brother, Craig Suntrup junior. Welcome to the pot. Avid podcast carpool podcast listener. Welcome to the podcast, Charlotte.

[Charlotte]

Thank you. I'm freaking out. I have been here since the beginning. I remember when you guys started talking about the podcast, and I was like, oh, my God, this is so cool. And then I would listen every week when I was driving to school, driving to work, whatever. And I literally am a little starstruck. I'm like, what do I say?

[Liz]

Oh, it's. It's a long overdue do for you to come on the podcast.

[Kelly]

I totally Agree. Charlotte, are you a pretty ad? Are you like, do you, do you listen to a lot of podcasts or do you just listen to our podcast?

[Charlotte]

I listen just to a couple. So I listen to you guys. I listen to call her daddy.

[Liz]

Which.

[Charlotte]

Is definitely like my age demographic. And I've listened to a few other like motivational ones. I can't really remember the name. Just whatever's on my mind, I look it up and that's the podcast. But you guys are definitely always on my top Spotify wrapped podcast listens.

[Liz]

That is so sweet. I'm so happy you're listening because I, I think Sydney and Grayson probably pop in occasionally to listen. I know Craig's never listened to an episode maybe in the background when you're listening to it. So I'm just happy to know that someone in our family is listening.

[Kelly]

Mom listens and mom listens and my mother and my mother in law listens to every episode at least twice. Like she'll text me and be like, like on the second time listening. It's like, oh, like how could it possibly change?

[Charlotte]

I just feel like I don't see you guys enough. I don't see you guys enough. And I love like listening to like what you guys are doing on the week to week basis. And I don't know, that's why I like listening to it too. It keeps me updated.

[Kelly]

What's the problem is we don't see you enough. Shartay Fit. So that's why now that you have started like dipping your toe and just in and just posting and content creation and sharing your wealth, it's been so nice.

[Liz]

Your wealth and health.

[Kelly]

Her wealth and health.

[Liz]

Wealth and health and health. Charlotte, where do we begin? Charlotte just graduated from PT school so she is starting her job in a few weeks. And Kelly and I were telling her, we're like, girl, you have the best style. You get cheap finds. Like you find your stuff on Amazon. Like you're a bargain hunter. Y you always look so put together a fitness girl. You make great healthy meals. Like you should just start an Instagram and start posting while you're not doing anything. Like you're in this in between. And she's been posting on Instagram. You're one of my favorite Instagram followers. Char Tay Fit. Give her a follow. Charlotte, how long have you and Craig been together? How long have you been in our lives?

[Charlotte]

Craig and I started dating. Well we started talking like four and a half years ago and then we started officially dating probably like four over four years ago. Yeah, but yeah, that's how long we've been.

[Liz]

Imagine.

[Kelly]

Okay. I'm also like. Hold on. Just to give a little context to the listeners, like this. I'm not having any fun right now because, like, they are together podcasting in person, and I'm, like, solo in my basement with my raspy voice. Like, this just does not feel fun to me.

[Liz]

I'm sorry. You should have come over.

[Kelly]

I should have come over. I don't know what I was thinking.

[Liz]

I know.

[Charlotte]

Next time.

[Liz]

Anyway, we have a podcast to get to. We have. Charlotte actually brought a game because, you know, she's a great guest and we have some questions for her. I hope you brought a ditch to the drive through. Forgot to tell you, you're supposed to do that.

[Kelly]

Oh, she knows.

[Charlotte]

Went out this morning. Oh, I know, I know.

[Liz]

And, Kel, you have some industry nose.

[Kelly]

I do have a little industry news.

[Liz]

Okay, well, Charlotte, let's start with your game that you. You've prepared.

[Charlotte]

Okay, so to give a little bit of context. So I was born in England and I moved to American wife when I was seven. So I thought it'd be kind of fun to bring some British words to the podcast and see if you guys can guess them or guess what they are. Some of them are car related. I did, because I feel like there's a lot of car related ones randomly that they say different in England, but also just some kind of, like, fun ones, too.

[Liz]

So now it's time for the British word of the day, where we learn British words so we could be less American. Less American.

[Charlotte]

Okay, so the first one. What do they call a trunk in England?

[Liz]

I don't know, like, luggage.

[Charlotte]

No, no, no. It's.

[Kelly]

No, like the trunk of a car.

[Liz]

Oh, I thought you were saying what is. What is. Okay, so the word. Oh, God.

[Kelly]

Yeah, yeah, yeah.

[Charlotte]

I feel like this is, like, the easiest one I have too.

[Kelly]

Okay, hold on, I'm gonna think. I'm gonna think. The rear.

[Charlotte]

No, the hatch. It begins with a B. Oh, gosh. The. The butt.

[Liz]

The buggy.

[Charlotte]

No, it's. It's the boot.

[Liz]

The boat.

[Kelly]

You thought that was an easy one. The trunk.

[Liz]

You need to give us the British word, and we need to guess what it is. That'll help us narrow it down.

[Charlotte]

Okay. What is petrol?

[Liz]

Gas.

[Charlotte]

Yes. See, if I gave you.

[Kelly]

That's weird. Yeah. No, L. Charlotte. Liz, stop telling the guest. Like, let Charlotte play her game.

[Liz]

She went like, you know.

[Charlotte]

Okay, this is a hard one. I honestly didn't know this one. I asked Craig this one this morning, too. And he didn't know it. What is. So this is a type of car. What is a saloon?

[Liz]

A saloon. A saloon.

[Kelly]

Like. Like a van?

[Charlotte]

No.

[Kelly]

Okay. Like a fancy car.

[Charlotte]

No, like a limo. It seems really basic.

[Liz]

A sedan.

[Charlotte]

Yeah, it's a sedan, Liz.

[Kelly]

Okay, first of all, let's guess it right after I had guessed. Four guesses. I've never heard that saloon is called a sedan. Okay.

[Charlotte]

Yeah. Okay.

[Liz]

Is that common?

[Charlotte]

I don't know. Honest. I didn't know this one.

[Liz]

Yeah.

[Charlotte]

But I looked it up and it's a thing.

[Liz]

Okay.

[Charlotte]

Okay. The next one. This is another type of car. We don't have too many of them in the US but you guys will know what it is. An estate. They call this. This type of car in the States. Like, oh, he's driving a large estate.

[Kelly]

An suv.

[Liz]

No, she said we don't have many of them in the United States.

[Kelly]

Oh, I don't have many of them.

[Charlotte]

BMW just got one in to their store. Hint. A station wagon.

[Kelly]

A station wagon.

[Liz]

We just talked about wagons, Cal.

[Charlotte]

Yeah, they call them a state. Isn't that weird?

[Kelly]

It feels like you guys are just kind of making it up because here's what's interesting. Like, it is the same language.

[Charlotte]

Yeah.

[Liz]

Yeah.

[Kelly]

You know what I mean?

[Liz]

But who's making it up? Because didn't we get the English language from.

[Kelly]

Well, but. No, but like, a state means something in England too. It means in a state. And then apparently it also means a wagon. So I'm just saying, like, the British are double dipping.

[Liz]

Like, you could just like, come up with new words.

[Charlotte]

True.

[Kelly]

Like a boot in England is still a boot, but they're also calling it a trunk.

[Liz]

That's so true.

[Charlotte]

That is true.

[Kelly]

Guys are kind of crazy for that.

[Charlotte]

Okay, Moving into, like, kind of like fun ones. These aren't car related. Okay. What does the name. What does the word chuffed mean? Chuffed. Chuffed. Like I'll use in a sentence. I passed my exam last week and I was feeling really chuffed.

[Liz]

Feeling down about it.

[Kelly]

Relief.

[Liz]

Opposite.

[Charlotte]

It's the opposite. Like, really proud, pleased of yourself.

[Liz]

Chuffed has a negative connotation to me. And I think that that's wrong.

[Charlotte]

That's so funny. I've heard this one a lot. Like, my mom uses it a lot.

[Liz]

Your mom uses it?

[Charlotte]

Yeah.

[Kelly]

Chuff feels negative. Like, I'd feel like, oh, I'm chuffed. Like, I chuffed her.

[Liz]

I chuffed. I chuffed that up.

[Charlotte]

No, it's so chuffed that up.

[Kelly]

Okay.

[Liz]

This is way harder than I thought.

[Kelly]

It Was gonna be same. I think it was gonna be butter.

[Liz]

Chips, and it'd be like, they're French fries.

[Kelly]

Same. Same thing.

[Charlotte]

Okay, this could. I think this is an easier one. What is cheeky like? Oh, I'm having a cheeky glass of wine tonight.

[Liz]

Oh, it's like sassy.

[Charlotte]

Yeah. Like a little playful.

[Liz]

Yeah. Yeah, I like cheeky. Yeah.

[Kelly]

I'd like to start using cheeky because I definitely overuse sassy. And sassy kind of has. I feel like I use sassy very casually and very endearing. Like, oh, my gosh, the dress is so sassy. But sassy's kind of can be negative. Dictionary definition. Sassy's negative. But cheeky's just, like, cute all around.

[Liz]

Cheeky's cute. All right, let's start using cheeky. Add that one in. I'll take cheeky. I'm gonna leave chuffed behind.

[Charlotte]

Cheeky's my favorite anyhow.

[Liz]

Is that all of them?

[Charlotte]

I have a couple more. I just don't know how many you wanted to do.

[Liz]

Okay, let's do one more.

[Charlotte]

One more. Okay. Faff. What does faf mean?

[Liz]

A sentence.

[Charlotte]

I was building some shelves and it was such a faff.

[Liz]

It was hard.

[Charlotte]

Yeah, it's like a waste of time. Like something you're doing something, like, insufficient inefficiently. It's like, oh, my gosh, this is such a faff.

[Liz]

I like faf.

[Charlotte]

I use that one too.

[Liz]

It's just a made up word, though. Like, I don't know where it stems from.

[Kelly]

It's just letters combined.

[Liz]

Yeah.

[Charlotte]

I mean, isn't any word.

[Kelly]

Charlotte.

[Charlotte]

I mean, faf is just easy to say, like, when you're just frustrated and you're doing something like, this is such a faff.

[Liz]

This is such a faff.

[Kelly]

What I've also noticed is I feel like so many of your words almost sound like cuss words, but they're not, you know, like, faff, chuff. Like, those sound like words that could be bad words. I might teach them to my kids.

[Charlotte]

You should. That'd be so funny. I know.

[Kelly]

Can you imagine?

[Charlotte]

Do you imagine George?

[Kelly]

This is such a fast.

[Liz]

Wait. George would so use that.

[Kelly]

Totally.

[Liz]

Okay, let's get in to some questions. So I asked the carpool, like, what do you know about certificate that you were asked on the Facebook group? Like, when are you getting on the pod? So I think people just, like, really want to hear from you.

[Charlotte]

That is so kind.

[Liz]

And it's kind of, like, all over the place. A lot of questions about Craig. A lot of questions about your life. So let's just, like, give a little. Let's, like, give a little background. So how did. How did you and Craig meet?

[Charlotte]

Okay, I know I listened to the podcast of you guys kind of, like, roughly explain explaining it, but I'll go into more detail. So Sydney, everyone's younger sister, yours is younger sister Sydney. We rode together on the rowing team at St. Louis Rowing Club. I was a year older than her, and we just became friends there. We had a friend group going, and we ended up going to college. So I went to Clemson University to row on their Division 1 team. And then Sydney was a younger, and she committed to SMU to go row on their team. So we were rowing against each other sometimes. And so we stayed pretty close. We were both Division 1 rowers, so we stayed close throughout college. And then during COVID she wanted to have a few friends over just because we haven't had. We didn't have people over. We hadn't seen people in forever. So the day after Christmas, she had a few people on the rowing team over to her house. And Craig also had a few people over because we can't really go anywhere, so we're just all in the basement. And I hadn't seen a boy in eight months. So his friends. I was like, oh, my gosh. Like, boy, wow. Like, I gotta talk to him. And so Craig. I've always known about Craig. Like, I. I mean, he's Sidney's only brother. Older brother. Like, I was kind of scared of him. Like, he's also 6 6, and he's a little quiet. I'm like, does this. I've met him a few times before. Like, does he even know who I am? So I had met Craig before, and he hadn't remembered me. Oh, no, Craig. So, yeah, I went through a lot of phases in my life, and I don't know, I. I guess he just really remembered me. But I was really confident when I first saw him again. I was like, hey, Craig, a little about me. My name is Charlotte. And I just, like, told him a few facts about I love it. And he was like, charlotte, I just thought that was so cool of you and confidence. He's like, I love your confidence. And I was like, that's crazy. And then he. We, like, talked that night. And then the next day, he texted me, asked me on a date. And I was like, I don't know. Like, I'm going back to college. I have one more semester of college. Like, I don't want a boyfriend. And so I kind of like I wanted to say no, but then he was like, please, like, I want to take you to the St. Louis Zoo Christmas lights. Like, I think it'd be really fun. So I was like, okay, like, I'll go out, but I have to be home a little early. I'm driving to Clemson the next morning at 5am Like, I can't be out late. So we went to the Christmas lights. We hung out in St. Louis. We went and got drinks, rode, like, those little, like, bird scooters around, which was really fun at, like, late at night. And then he took me back home, and he was like, oh, and we got Taco Bell. Taco Bell is kind of our thing, but we got Taco Bell. So. Yeah. And then he drove me back home, and he's like, hey, I want to come visit you at Clemson. I was like, oh, no.

[Kelly]

You're like, oops, I got a boyfriend.

[Charlotte]

I'm like, oh, my gosh. Like, he. We went on one date. What is my parents going to say? And so I was kind of like, you know when people say something and they're like, oh, let's do this, like, it never happens. I kind of thought it would be kind of one of those things. But a couple of weeks later, he was like, hey, I want to book a flight this weekend. Looks good for me. Does it work for you? And I was like, oh, my God, he's actually coming. So he flew down to Clemson, and it's expensive to fly down to Clemson. So I was really impressed. I was like, this. This boy really likes me. And so he showed up to Clemson, met all my friends there, which was another huge thing. Like, I'd been on one date with him, and now he's meeting all of my best friends.

[Kelly]

And that's a lot for Craig.

[Charlotte]

Yes, it's a lot because he's a. He's a quiet guy.

[Liz]

Yeah.

[Charlotte]

Yeah. And, yeah, he got along with all of my friends, which was so much fun. And we had such a fun weekend. It was crazy when he came and visited at Clemson as well. We went and got like, day drinks one day, like, mimosas with my friends. And it snowed that day in Clemson, and it never snows in Clemson. And it was, like, thick snow. It was like, probably like 5 inches on the ground. And we were all, like, having our drinks. We were like, oh, my gosh, let's go build a snowman. And so we went and built a snowman that night. And I was being a little silly because I was. I had a few mimosas in Me and I kept falling in the snow. I didn't have my snow boots. And I ended up breaking my ankle. Craig visited me. I broke my ankle. And keep in mind, this is my senior semester. Spring season is rowing's championship season. And I was like, oh my God, I just broke my ankle. So I broke my ankle and yeah, Craig left. I had to be in a boot on crutches for weeks. Tell my coaches, hey, I broke the ankle in the snow. But honestly, it was like a little bit of a blessing because in the few weeks later, it was our spring training camp and I couldn't go on spring training camp because I broke my ankle. So everyone else left and is also Covid. So we were being tested for Covid twice a week, which was a little stressful because if you tested positive, your coaches inter. They interrogated us. Like, how did you get Covid? You're supposed to stay inside. Well, I was being a little cheeky. And when everyone went on spring training camp, Craig and I flew to Lauderdale. I already told my coaches this, so this is like a known thing. Oh, I know. I was like, whatever. But yeah, so we flew to Fort Lauderdale and I was so nervous. Cause I was like, oh my gosh, like if I get caught, if I get, if I get Covid, I'm getting in so much trouble. But Craig and I ended up making it official on that trip and like we became boyfriend, girlfriend. We had such a fun time. And I didn't have Covid after, which was great. Those tests were stressful. But yeah, that's kind of how we started dating and our story, which was so fun.

[Liz]

It's so. I remember when this was happening and I like, we couldn't believe that Craig like asked you out and was like taking you to the zoo. Lights. Like he was very just like, this is what I want. This is how. This is what we're gonna do. And we, I mean, we're always very invested. We've always been very invested in, you know.

[Kelly]

Everyone.

[Liz]

All of our siblings.

[Charlotte]

Yeah.

[Liz]

And Craig. Craig's never been a like fboy. Like he's always. He is very loyal and very much like he wants to find a long term thing. You actually were asked out by a couple of Craig's friends that night, weren't you?

[Charlotte]

Yeah, yeah, his. Yeah, one other friend. I'm not gonna say his name. Yeah, there are all.

[Kelly]

I have to know who it was.

[Liz]

We'll tell you who it was after.

[Charlotte]

Yeah, I'll tell you later. I can't say on the pod.

[Liz]

Okay, so you Meet Craig. You're like, he's great. Omg. He has four sisters. This is going to be a lot to handle. You come to. You knew Sydney. Maybe you had, like, met us, but, like, not really. You know, you're just like, Sydney's friend, but now you're Craig's girlfriend, so things are a big deal. You meet all of us for the first time officially as Craig's girlfriend at a farm party. Our parents had a big party at the farm. Yep. There's all, like, post Covid stuff, like, first big get together. What. What was that like? Were you nervous?

[Charlotte]

So, I mean, I was really close with Sydney, and I knew Grayson, too, because this was a flash from the past. Grayson also rode for a little bit. So I met Grayson through rowing, too. And so I already knew his two younger sisters, but I was really intimidated by, like, Craig's two older sisters. Like, Kelly, the car mom. Liz is really confident. You guys are both taller than me, which is unheard of. And you both are stunning. I was like, oh, my gosh. Like, this is going to be scary. But I'm also like, I wasn't as scared as I would be if I hadn't known, like, Sydney and Grayson, because I feel like going into a family with four sisters and he's the only brother that would be. That is terrifying. So I was very blessed knowing Sydney. But, yeah, the farm party, we showed up. I'm meeting everyone. Craig has a huge family. I don't have very big, like, a very big family. Craig, the Suntrups, you guys are huge. And so many cousins, so many aunts, so many uncles, everyone. So I was meeting a lot of people that night, and I did not remember anyone's name. I was like, oh, my gosh. But this party, the theme was denim and diamonds. And I didn't really know how hard the Suntrups went on their themes.

[Liz]

Oh, she didn't know.

[Charlotte]

I didn't know.

[Liz]

It's a theme. It's a theme.

[Charlotte]

Yeah. So I showed up with flip flops on, jean shorts. I thought, oh, jeans, like, denim. A little black crop top. That's it. Then Liz and Kelly are like, oh, no, we've. We've got it. We've got to give you some more stuff. So Liz took me to their mom's and dad's. Their mom and dad's room, and they had, like, a bunch of, like, fake diamonds there. So she put some diamonds on my neck. And then she was like, you need cowgirl boots, Charlotte.

[Liz]

Just all of us and our mom wear the same Size shoe. Charlotte also wears a size 9, which is, like, crazy. I can't believe you came to a farm party and flip flops.

[Kelly]

Okay, wait. Also, like, she's British. Also, I do feel like it is. Theme parties are so stressful because, like, what's more embarrassing, like, going to a theme party and being, like, way too into theme or going to a theme party and, like, not being in theme enough. Like, obviously not being in theme enough is, like, the route I would take because I have been to, like, a Halloween party that I thought adults dressed up at, and they did not, and that's humiliating.

[Charlotte]

Wait, what were you dressed up as?

[Kelly]

It doesn't matter. Just, like. No, like, nothing crazy. Yeah. It's a story for another time. But it's just like, I. I understand how you're, like, playing it safe and your outfit was very safe, but we also were like, no, this is fun.

[Charlotte]

And I also just graduated and I had my ACC Rowing championship, and then I had flown home on, like, a Tuesday. This party was like, Friday. Yeah. I was like, you did not have enough time. And I was like, oh, my gosh. Like, I didn't realize this was so whatever, but so happy that we all wear the same shoe size and you guys helped a girl out. But also during the party, Liz and Kelly were like, charlotte, we need to talk to you. And this is probably halfway through the party. So we're all, I don't remember this.

[Kelly]

So I'm very worried.

[Charlotte]

So Kelly was few drinks in.

[Liz]

Yeah, I remember. I remember Kelly's talk with Charlotte.

[Charlotte]

So you guys sat me down. I was in the middle. It was Liz and Kelly on each side. I was like, oh, my God.

[Kelly]

I am so nervous about this.

[Charlotte]

Oh, my gosh. I was like. I was freaking out because I just met you guys and you're like, okay, we need to give you the rundown on everything. Craig is not going to give you everything in your life like you. You're going to need.

[Liz]

For the record, this was Kelly.

[Charlotte]

This was Kelly. You're going to need, like, aspects from other people. If you're feeling down, just call us. Like, if you. If you're needing something, just call us. We are here for you. We are here to fill that void that Craig might not, like, fill for you and blah, blah, blah, which, honestly was really helpful. I mean, when you graduate college, you're going through a hard time anyways. And, I mean, your man is not going to give you everything. Your partner's not going to get.

[Liz]

No. No one can. No one can get. No.

[Kelly]

And first of all. Exactly. And I do stand by that. That is. That is marriage advice that I give to actually a lot of people because I think sometimes we're trained to have, like, your husband or your significant other, like, fill every aspect, fill your bucket in every way. And sometimes it's like, that's not a fair expectation for people, which is why I think community and family and friends are so important. So, yeah, my point of Charlotte was like, hey, if you're like, feeling anxious about something and my brother's not giving you the attention that you need, like, call me. I'll give you. I know what it's like to be grad, trying to figure life out. I'll give you that attention.

[Charlotte]

Yeah. And like I said, I stand by that advice.

[Kelly]

And that's not to say my brother. I don't. People think, like, I didn't think Craig was, like, up to par because I think my brother's wonderful.

[Charlotte]

Well, this is like my first long term relationship too. So honestly, I didn't know. And I'm also the oldest in my family. I do have an older half brother, but we didn't grow up with him. So I'm the oldest in my family. So I didn't have that, like, older sibling, older sister to say that to me. So I honestly, like, really appreciated it. And I do look up to you guys as older sisters. So it was great advice. I did, like, looking back, really appreciate that and you guys support. Because it could have gone the other way. Like, you guys could have hated me and be like, who is this girl trying to come into our family? Like, it could have gone the other way.

[Kelly]

We also were like, we got it. We got to keep her. This is a good one.

[Liz]

This is a good one. I love you guys. Anytime Craig would date a short girl would be like, craig, there's a tall. We're tall girls. There's a tall girl out there who's looking for a man taller than her. You are six. Six. You cannot date a five foot girl.

[Charlotte]

No.

[Kelly]

A five foot girl. Anyone. Like, come on.

[Charlotte]

Anyone.

[Liz]

She. She can date anyone. And I'm sorry if that offends. That offends someone.

[Charlotte]

No.

[Kelly]

And not to say no, not to say it can't work. But I agree. It was like Craig. Yeah. And I think it is funny because I think it's funny how. But I think it's funny how similar Charlotte is to the four of us because I could totally see him, like, going a different direction, just like wanting to be with someone completely different. But Charlotte and not just like the fact that you're also tall in a lot of aspects that I think is very similar to the four of us.

[Liz]

You're very. You fit really well into our family. And I think that that actually helped with you being Sydney's friend because you got along with Sydney so you knew you were kind of gonna jive with the rest of us to a certain point. That's just something.

[Kelly]

Sydney's probably the hardest one to drive with.

[Charlotte]

No, Sydney and Craig are very much alike. Like, Sydney can be quiet sometimes and there was some times, like when I was first friends with her, like, does she like me?

[Kelly]

Totally.

[Liz]

I still, I still ask questions. No. But I just all to say, like, if you have kids who are close in age and they're boy and a girl and you're like, oh, no, they're going to date each other's friends, might not be a bad thing. Just saying. Worked out, worked out for us. Today's episode is brought to you by Clean Simple Eats. I love Clean Simple Eats. I use it every day. Maddie uses it every day. I've got my parents on it. I've got my in laws on it. Everyone in my life is using Clean Some bleeds in some way or fashion. We love Clean Some leads because their protein powder is always grass fed with no seed oils or artificial ingredients. It's third party tested non GMO and gluten free. And each serving has 20 grams of protein. And the protein powder is incredibly creamy and smooth. It doesn't have that chalky texture found in most protein powders. So you. We do have a code. You can visit cleansimpleats.com and use code CARPOOL10 at checkout for 10 off your order. That's cleansimpleats.com code CARPOOL10 for 10 off your order. You will not be disappointed. The link is also in the show notes. Okay, so let's move past, you know, whatever, our family meeting.

[Kelly]

Yeah. Let's get to know the girl. Let's get to know the girl. You know, not just Craig's girlfriend.

[Liz]

Let's get to know she's so much more than that.

[Kelly]

She's a doctor.

[Liz]

You, you may be the first doctor on the podcast. I'll have to think through all of our previous guests, but you might be the first one.

[Kelly]

But let's remember the doctor conversation that we had. And we're like, are you a doctor? Do you feel like Charlotte should be a doctor?

[Charlotte]

Yes, I think I remember this conversation.

[Liz]

No, and I, I've reflected on this. I think that if you are, have Anything to do with my health? Yes. Physical therapy health, dentist, health, doctor health. So, sure, we'll give it to him.

[Kelly]

Will you go by doctor? Like, do you. Will you tell people to call you Dr. Taylor?

[Charlotte]

Unlike my, like, credit cards and, like, bill, like, things like that. Like, I will say, like, Dr. Charlotte Taylor, but I'm not going to introduce myself as Dr. Taylor. I just, like, that's not how physical therapists do. Well, because your patients, like, will your.

[Kelly]

Patients call you that, or is that not a thing?

[Charlotte]

You're not gonna call me doctor, I don't think. I mean, that's like my. What is it called? Prefix? Yeah, yeah. But a doctor in, like, in school, in academics, a doctor is just the highest level of education, so it's like a step above master. So a doctorate is, like, the highest level of education. There's also PhD, so Doctor of philosophy. And that's, like, a little different where you're focusing on one area. I could be wrong, but there's, like, a definition for doctor of, like, PhD. And I could go for my PhD right now, but I don't want to. So a doctor is just, like, a level. Because I feel like a lot of people think doctor. Oh, a physician. Like, someone who can, like, prescribe you something.

[Kelly]

Yeah, we do think that.

[Charlotte]

No, everyone does. Everyone does, but that's just, like, kind of. I mean, doctor is just the highest level of education. A physical therapist used to be master's. We used to start as a bachelor degree as a physical therapist, and then it got so much more integral and more things. You have to, like, learn to became a master's. And now it's, like, so hard to become a pt. It's now a doctorate degree, but we are definitely not being paid the same as doctors. That's crazy. Yeah, but that's a whole other thing.

[Liz]

Okay, so, Charlotte, you talk a lot on your Instagram about, like, movement is medicine and being physically active. And so you were a rower in high school. You're a Division 1 athlete. You came back to St. Louis, and you kind of had to, like, get back into, like, what does my life look like now that I'm not literally having to work out multiple times a day per rowing. So. And then you. You and Craig went to Europe, and you came back, and you were like, I really need to, like, figure out what my life looks like now, and I need to, like, get in shape and, like, figure out what works for me. Eating wise and working out wise. Because I'm not. I'm. My life is totally different than it Used to be. So I want to talk about, like, workout routines and, and. And eating and eating healthy and, like, what your approach to that is.

[Charlotte]

Yeah. So when I was an athlete in college, we definitely had to eat a lot of food because we were. We had two workouts every day. I was probably burning like, 3,4000 calories a day, so I was eating a lot. And your girl loves food. I love to eat. I love to make food. And after college was over, I really didn't like working out. I. I just felt really burnt out with rowing. I hated working out. The thought of going to the gym, I, like, didn't want to do it. So I didn't work out for probably a year after I graduated. And I gained, like, 20 pounds because I was also still eating like I was in college because I was used to eating that much food. So I gained a lot of weight. And towards the end of that year, Craig and I went to Europe for three weeks as kind of a fun trip. He could meet my family over there, and we could explore different cities. And I came back after that trip, and I'll never forget, I had, like, a bikini on or something. And I was like, I look big. I, like, look bigger than I have been. And I looked at Craig and I was like, craig, like, do I look like I've gained weight? And he was silent. I was like, oh, no, that's all I need to. I don't. Don't even say anything. And that was kind of the switch in my head when, like, I need to start looking after myself and, like, eating correctly and working out and, like, finding that joy and workout working out again. And so I started working out True Fusion, which is a workout studio in St. Louis. And I started to doing classes there, and I started really enjoying it. I started running. I tore my hip labrum. So then I, like, had to stop running, so I started doing Pilates. And I just really found joy in that. And it also really helped my body. Just the low impact, working out and with the food. With your question, I. I don't know. I. I've struggled with, like, food and eating for a little bit. Like, definitely, like, binge eating was, like, a thing for me. And, like, I. I found comfort in food and hard to break that. And with binge eating, you really have to, like, figure out the root cause of, like, why you are binge eating. Like, are you stressed? Are you anxious? Is something causing this binge eating? Because you're not just eating all this food just because you want to. Like, it's Something causing it. So I definitely went through my mental struggles after college just finding my joy in working out, finding joy in, like, my body appearance. Because I was like, I do not feel good. I don't look good. I feel inflamed. So I definitely started eating a little healthier. Like, I would make small changes. Like, I definitely didn't. I, I tried all the fat diets, I tried the intermittent fasting, I tried the, oh, no carbs. But I feel like looking back, you just need to make small changes. And like, portion control is a huge thing. Like, weighing my food out really helped me. And it's not going to help everyone, but it really helped me, weighing my food out and seeing like, okay, this is how much calories is how much macros isn't just this food. Let's just eat that and wait 20 minutes, see how I feel before I eat more. And that really helped.

[Liz]

I. I've talked about counting my calories and, like, doing that too. And again, like, it is not for everyone. So if it does not work for you, like, don't do it. I found more control in that and more freedom in that because it's like, I know what I'm actually putting into my, putting into my body and I feel good and I feel like I'm in control of my own destiny instead of just kind of guessing if I'm eating what I, what I should be, what I, what I should be for to, like, reach my goals.

[Kelly]

And I. Charlotte, I really like what you just said about just like, making small changes, because the small changes are definitely going to be more sustainable. And if you're looking to, like, not just lose weight, but to have just a healthier life overall, like, what are the small changes that you can make that are going to last? You know, I think that's really. I thought that was. And that's great advice.

[Charlotte]

And that's not only just for food as well. Like, that's like working out. And if you're like, I'm not a mom, but if you're a new mom and you're struggling with trying to figure out how to, like, work out again and, like, do that, and you're like, oh, my gosh, I'm so stressed. There's so many things going on in my life, like, like, how could I possibly do this? Just, like, be consistent. Pick one thing that you're gonna do consistently, whether that's, oh, if my infant's doing tummy time, I'm gonna do 20 push ups. Oh, if I'm going to the grocery Store. I'm gonna park a little further away from the parking lot and like actually do a little walk in, like just making little changes and being consistent. I feel like a lot of people are like, well, I can't do my workouts. Like, I can't do a perfect 30 minute, 60 minute workout in my little workout set in my gym. Whatever. You don't need to have that to like work out and to like move your, move your body. You can do little things like unloading the dishwasher, 10 squats. Yeah, whatever. Like just finding those little things and making workout accessible as well, like, has been a very helpful thing too.

[Kelly]

And I did like, for the moms out there. One thing that's really helped me this summer is I've talked about it before, but I just brought my weights to my garage because like I'm. The kids and I are always outside and like my weights downstairs in the workout room in the basement, like, that's when am I downstairs with all four my. Like, then I'm only doing it during nap time. But to bring it up to the garage. Okay, everyone's playing in the yard. All right, like, let me, let me, let's grab the weights. Let's do a little something.

[Charlotte]

Yeah, I love that I very.

[Liz]

You have really inspired me on your Instagram because prior to having kids, I was a one hour workout a day, six days a week, and also probably like a mile or two walk. Like, I was really active and like, that was my. For years that was like what my workout routine was. And then when I have kids, I'm like, like, well, I don't have time to go to the gym for an hour. So I guess I just won't do anything because if I'm not gonna go do that, then I'm not gonna do anything. And I kind of got like stuck in this rut. But you saying on your Instagram, like, movement is medicine. Just get out and move your body. Doesn't matter, doesn't matter what it is. If you move, you'll feel better. And I saw you post that on your Instagram. I said, you know What? I've got 30 minutes before the. You know, my child cares up. Normally I let her go a little bit early, but I was like, you know what? I'm, I'm gonna take this 30 minutes that I have right now and I'm gonna go on a kid free walk because those are always longer when you're not pushing a double stroller. And I walk for two miles. And that's something I would have otherwise not have done. I'm like, that was something. I felt good. I met my step goal for the day. And it's just whatever you. Anything is better than nothing.

[Charlotte]

Yeah. And that's what I love. And I feel like you really need to find that discipline. And you do have time in your day. Like, you do have that 15 minutes, that 30 minutes. You do have time where you can do something like, yes, your kids might be there, but Kelly, I love how you brought your dumbbells upstairs and like, like, while your kid's eating. Okay, do a little 15 minute workout where your kid's eating, he's there, and you're 100.

[Kelly]

Right. Like, we all think even. I mean, I'm guilty of this too. Like, oh, I don't have like my cute workout clothes on. Like, I don't have like my music playing. I don't have my water bottle. And like, you definitely wait for the stars to align. But yeah, like, if you're not, if, if, if you're not gonna get those 30 minutes, those 60 minutes uninterrupted, like, then get them throughout the day and just.

[Charlotte]

It's.

[Kelly]

Yeah, it's. I think that's, I also think that's a great mindset shift. It doesn't always have to look like the girls on Instagram, you know?

[Charlotte]

Yeah. And also, like, if you can get, like, if you can look at your week and plan, okay, two, three days of these are the times I'm working out. Treat them like, like an appointment. Like, okay, doctor's appointment. No, that's not a doctor. Like, we're doing a 60 minute workout this time, this day. Like, treat it like one of those, like, required appointments. You have to be there because. Be there for your body to be for yourself. Because I feel like a lot of people say that I would die for my kids. Well, like, work out, be healthy for your kids so you can live longer and you can be healthy and show them those habits. I don't know. A little.

[Liz]

So true. Charlotte, here's a question we have. Where do I start with Pilates if I'm interested but know nothing about it yet?

[Charlotte]

Yeah. One thing I love about Pilates is you. It's beginner to advance. It's amazing. I would definitely say I love Matt Pilates. All you need is a mat. I started off by just going on YouTube. I love this girl. Her name's Move with Nicole on YouTube. She has a bunch of videos on there. From 5 minutes to 60 minutes. She has a bunch of videos and a lot of them are body weight or non body weight, or you can use some equipment that she also previews in her title, but most of it is just body weight. No equipment needed. I would definitely say start with that and just see if. Enjoy it before you go. Spend a ton of money off at a Pilates studio and also research if you are going into a Pilates studio, because I feel like there's, like, there's different types of Pilates, and you want to know what you're getting yourself into. Like, plank in St. Louis's Legree Pilates on a reformer. And that's so different. It's so hard. But it's so different than, like, the Pilates I teach at Tree Fusion, because the one I teach at Tree Fusion, there's also like a sculpting bundle and some cardio pushes, which is not traditional mat Pilates. And I'm actually training to do traditional matte Pilates at True Fusion as well right now. So hopefully have that soon. But, yeah, definitely re. Research. Do some free videos online just to see if you like it. But that also gives you a good starting point into Pilates and building those muscles before you go to a class if you're nervous about it.

[Liz]

Charlotte, I took one of your classes.

[Charlotte]

And you took my friends and family class. That was the first class I ever taught.

[Liz]

It was so hard. It was so hard. It was a great workout. It was heated.

[Charlotte]

It's a heated class.

[Liz]

So that. But it was. It was a. It was a great workout.

[Charlotte]

Kelly, you need to come to one of my classes.

[Kelly]

Yeah, no, I will. I. I am. Yeah. I'm nervous about Pilates, mainly because I do think Pilates. You can correct me if I'm wrong. I do think it's, like, a lot of core strength. And my core is probably like. I mean, you know, I just. My core shot, like, I just had a lot of kids very, very quickly, and I've never. I've, like, I've. I've even done it. I've, like, you know, lost a lot of the weight in between kids. And I feel like I've done good, like, with my, like, with my legs getting stronger, my arms getting stronger. Like, I just work those out a lot. But, like, working out the core after kids is very challenging.

[Charlotte]

And have you been to, like, a pelvic floor physical therapist, Charlotte?

[Kelly]

Like, absolutely. Not that I don't think I have pelvic floor issues. And also, like, that sounds so boring.

[Charlotte]

Well, like, you don't. You only have to go to one appointment, but they. It's really Helpful. I mean, it's not just pelvic floor, but they also help you how to engage your core again, like, how to get those muscles back after.

[Kelly]

I just feel like you're doing that on Instagram, though. You just taught me how to engage. You just did a reel about how to engage your core. And I was. And I was like, that's.

[Charlotte]

Can you do.

[Kelly]

Aren't you with. No offense, aren't you a doctor? Like, can you just do a house call with me? Like, do I really have to go get a sitter and, like, drive somewhere to go tell some girl to teach me how to deep breathe? And I know, I'm sorry, I know it's a little bit of a hot take, but I'm just like, I'm. I'm having a hard time finding the motivation to like.

[Liz]

Well, you don't have, like, yeah, your pelvic floor is not shot, but like, to engage your core. A physical therapist could help you do that if. Yeah, no. And Charlotte's not specialized in pelvic floor. You do have to be specialized in that, don't you?

[Charlotte]

Yes, you do. And I haven't. Like, I would love to. I did have a clinical in one of that. In pelvic floor, but I would love to eventually get into pelvic floor physical therapy. I think it's really interesting. I feel like a lot of people don't know about it, so I don't know much.

[Kelly]

Even as someone with four kids, I don't know much about it because I just.

[Liz]

Just.

[Kelly]

I've never had as an issue.

[Charlotte]

I feel like every. Every woman who has a child should go to a pelvic floor physical therapist after they give birth. I think it's just so helpful. And people don't know about it. No, they don't.

[Kelly]

And it feels also like. I mean, that's a whole discussion on, you know, like, your newborn has like 18 doctor's appointments in the first year of their life. And like, we get one after. After six weeks. And like, that's all like this. That's all the support that postpartum moms get unless you go out on your own and find it. And that's. That's that's kind of wild. But.

[Liz]

And a lot. Your doctor, a lot of the time has to prescribe you to be able to go see a pelvic floor floor therapist as well. So it's just like, it's another step. It's another task. Yeah, it's another thing. It's a to do. And like, you kind of Got a lot going on when you have a newborn. So it would just be. Yeah, it'd be nice if your hand was held a little bit more on that. A lot of people are asking when you're getting the ring. I just want to adjust. Address the questions. Why would she know they live together?

[Charlotte]

Yeah, I mean, I did a get, like, ask me anything question box night. That was probably not my number one question was, when are you getting engaged? When's the ring, whatever. And obviously, like, that's something Craig and I have talked about. Like, obviously, that's our goal. He. The whole, like, we've dated for again, four and a half years. And we have always said, like, after I graduate, after I started a job because I was still in my student grind and like, I didn't have money. I want to be able to contribute to my wedding. And also I want to just enjoy my wedding era, like, enjoy my engagement era and be able to spend the money on the things I want to spend. And so it's definitely in the. In the cards, but I want it to be a big surprise. I don't want to know anything. I don't know anything. And Craig's really good at keeping secrets, so you guys will all know when it happens. I'm sure he's, like, so good at keeping secrets.

[Liz]

I don't know thing.

[Charlotte]

Yeah. But.

[Liz]

Okay, last question. And you can follow Charlotte at Shartay Fit for more about her. But where you. You are a bargain hunter. You get a lot of your clothes. Where do you get your clothes from? Where are you shopping?

[Charlotte]

So I am a broke girly right now. I'm about to start my job, but I don't have any money. Like my Pilates drop. I. It's fun money for the weekends, but I definitely am a girl on a budget. And so I love Gap. I feel like Gap has a lot.

[Liz]

I love Gap.

[Charlotte]

I love Gap. They always have great sales. I always wait for the sale. I love Old Navy. I just love that, like, brand, like, athletic.

[Liz]

They have tall stuff.

[Charlotte]

They have tall stuff, which is amazing. I'm also a Sheen girl. I know she and has some controversy with fast fashion and just their. Their how they produce their clothes. But right now, since I don't have money, like, that's how I get some of my cute clothes. I do have, like, and she is hard to find stuff on because some of their stuff is not good. So I want to return it. So a lot of people don't know Sheen has free return. So you can just buy a bunch of stuff. And then whatever you don't keep, you can return it. But, but definitely a shein girl as well. And I also love my Amazon. Amazon has great signs as well.

[Liz]

You're always an Amazon.

[Charlotte]

I am an Amazon girl.

[Liz]

You find a lot of good tall. What. How tall are you? 5 10. 5 11.

[Charlotte]

5 11.

[Liz]

5 11. You find a lot of good tall stuff on.

[Kelly]

Yeah, she does.

[Charlotte]

Yeah. I do athletic wear clothes, literally anything. I love Amazon.

[Liz]

So you can follow Charlotte for more of those tips. It's it. I'm happy that you're influencing and like just posting your life because I really enjoy seeing is going to be a problem though when then have to buy your links and then we just all show up to the themed party wearing the same like all of us. Because I have, I have purchased, purchased some of the stuff that you've, you've shown.

[Kelly]

I have too. I just got nervous to a workout set. Like, I'm just like, I can't stop with short.

[Charlotte]

I love my workout sets and that's what I'm saying.

[Kelly]

Like, I just, I love seeing, I, I, I'm giving this to you as like the utmost comp. Compliment. I just love seeing like a regular person, like, just post about their life. It's like, it's and, but also produce good quality content because you act like you are, you're putting in the work, you're doing recipes, you're doing like, hauls. I mean, it is. People think it's easy, but then like, no one tries it and so have. Has it been harder than you thought? Easier than you thought?

[Charlotte]

I was honestly really, really nervous when I first started my account. And I feel like a lot of people know this. Like, I made my Instagram and I let it sit for a couple of weeks because I was like, I didn't even follow anyone. I was like, I don't know if I should do this. This. I was like, you know, I'm just gonna take the jump. I'm gonna do it. And it's been so fun. Like, I love sharing my life, like, posting the stories, like, showing people what I've been doing. And also I feel like I do get a lot of like, oh, where'd you get those leggings? Where'd you get whatever? And I can now be like, oh, look on my Instagram. Like, it's literally there. It's so easy now. And all of my friends have been so supportive and kind and all of the car mom followers and carpool followers that have been following me have been so kind. And I just Love the support, and I just really, really appreciate it. There's definitely a learning curve with, like, links and, like, figuring out Instagram and, like, how to edit and all of that. And you guys are definitely my mentors and, like, learning all of that stuff. But it's been really fun, and I've been trying to encourage some of my friends to do it. I'm, like, you guys would post such good content, and, like, I don't know. I've been trying to encourage some of my friends, too, but I think it's.

[Kelly]

To me, like, the best parts. I love what you said about, oh, it's on my Instagram. Like, just. Just so when your friends in everyday life ask you things, you can, like, point them a direction. And I really do feel like it is such a good creative outlet. And for someone like you, who is such a creative person, but has also been, like, working her butt off in school, I love seeing this more creative side of you for the first time.

[Charlotte]

So I know I feel like I couldn't have done it during school. I was, like, busy, but now I don't have. I'm, like, trying to find that, like, hobby that thing to do now. Now I don't have studying every night. And this has been so much fun. And, like, I love connecting with people. And.

[Liz]

Yeah, I really wish. I'm such a. Like, a nosy, snoopy person. I just love seeing your life. And I wish literally everyone would just post, like, their life. I want to see what you're making dinner.

[Kelly]

I want to know what everyone's doing. Like, I agree with your.

[Liz]

How you're redecorating your living room. Like, I want to see that from literally anyone and everyone. So I'm just.

[Kelly]

I couldn't.

[Charlotte]

I was.

[Kelly]

I couldn't agree more.

[Liz]

I love the Craig bts, too.

[Kelly]

Live for the Craig bts.

[Charlotte]

I know. He's. He's cute. It's funny because in, like, public, he's very quiet, but, like, in our house, he's probably, like, the one dancing around, like, being loud, and I'm the quiet one that's being like, Craig, can you stop?

[Liz]

You get to see a side of him that literally no one else.

[Charlotte]

No. It's crazy.

[Liz]

Okay, Kelly, I think that's, like, most of the questions about Charlotte, so let's. Oh, my gosh. We've been talking for so long. Do you want to do our industry news?

[Kelly]

Yeah, it's just a quick little story, but I did want to. I did want to get to. Says Tesla robot taxis are officially live in Austin. Texas. So we've heard. Everyone's like heard about Waymos, which are those like driverless cars that are in Arizona, California and now Tesla has some and they are called the Robo taxi and they're starting off in Austin. What are your guys thoughts?

[Liz]

I don't know if I'd get it one.

[Kelly]

Oh really? I think I would.

[Liz]

I would do. I would do a short drive. I don't think I would do any highways. Not in Texas.

[Kelly]

So it says. It says the service is limited and only runs from 6am to midnight. Avoids rains in rain. Sorry. And stays inside. A tight geofence in Austin.

[Charlotte]

Kids.

[Liz]

Okay.

[Charlotte]

I feel like I would get in one. The Wayos are really cool.

[Liz]

Have you been in one?

[Charlotte]

I have been in one, but we had one too many people and we got in trouble and the Waymo said to get out.

[Kelly]

Oh, well, yeah, Charlotte.

[Liz]

Yeah, they're on it.

[Charlotte]

I know. We just, we had one too many people and we didn't want to order another one. It was bad, but it was really cool on the inside. But just so everyone knows you cannot sit in the driver's seat, that that's where I was sat and that I got kicked out.

[Liz]

Oh, okay.

[Charlotte]

Yeah, Charlotte.

[Kelly]

Yeah, I would imagine like you can't get in the robots.

[Charlotte]

I was gonna touch anything. I was like, I literally told it. I was like, I won't touch it.

[Liz]

I promise. I won't touch you. Scout's honor. Okay, so we'll see how that. So we'll see how that goes. It would just like wouldn't drive. It said like, get out.

[Charlotte]

No, it like beeped and then this person came on the speaker and was like, hello, this is blah blah blah from Waymo. You need to get out of the car. Oh, okay, sorry.

[Kelly]

Well, I'm glad to know someone's watching. You know what I mean?

[Liz]

It's, it's monitored.

[Charlotte]

It is monitored. And they are, they are really cool.

[Kelly]

It says Tesla opted for an invite only rollout, giving early access to friendly influencers and investors. That's kind of interesting.

[Liz]

That is interesting. I get that though. Like a, A slow burn. See how it goes. Kind of like a test.

[Kelly]

Yeah, I don't know. We'll see.

[Liz]

We'll see. All right, well, now it is time for digital drive through where we give you an easy dinner recipe to mix it up to get you out of your dinner.

[Charlotte]

Guys, I'm obsessed.

[Liz]

What do you have?

[Charlotte]

Okay, so this has been my new obsession lately. It is a burger bowl. Have you guys done this? I don't think you have.

[Kelly]

I made one the other week, but I want to hear how you.

[Liz]

I love a burger bowl, but I want to hear yours.

[Charlotte]

So I made it last night. It's literally just a spinach. I did spinach and arugula base. And then put some tomato, cucumber, whatever vegetables you want on there. I pickle on the side. And then all you have to do is ground. I mean, brown. Brown. Ground beef. I put salt, pepper, some. I put some Shire. I don't know.

[Kelly]

You're the British. Yeah.

[Charlotte]

Worcestershire. Worcestershire. I don't know. You know what I mean? In there as well. Just to give us a little flavor. I. Sweet potato fries on the side and cheese and then the sauce. So the sauce is like the best part. It's so high protein and healthy. The base is plain, non fat Greek yogurt. You put ketchup in there? I don't have any. I just eyeball. I don't have any measurements. Greek yogurt, ketchup. I chop pickles really small, put pickles in there. Some pickle juice, garlic powder, pepper, salt, and then a dash of the Worcestershire sauce. Again.

[Liz]

I love a sauce.

[Charlotte]

It tastes like a. It tastes like Big Mac sauce. It's so good. And it's so high protein because it's. I mean, the base is Greek yogurt.

[Liz]

That's a hack.

[Kelly]

So it's like.

[Liz]

That is a hack.

[Kelly]

I'm gonna have to try that. I mean, it sounds crazy to think about, like, ketchup and Greek yogurt as a sauce, but I do see how, like, the pickle, the Worcestershire, the. And like, the garlic kind of ties it all together.

[Liz]

Oh, I think it sounds amazing.

[Charlotte]

It's so yummy. I think I'm gonna make it for dinner tonight, so maybe I'll make a video showing. But I use Greek yogurt for a lot of the bases of my, like, sauces that I use for, like, salads or things like that, but smart. Yeah.

[Liz]

She currently has a series on her Instagram where she's posting all of. All of your recipes. Recipes?

[Charlotte]

Yeah, like high protein food recipes.

[Liz]

High protein food recipes. So give her a follow. Anything else that anyone needs to say to the podcast?

[Kelly]

No, I think I'm good. I mean, I better rest my voice because it unfortunately has not improved since the start.

[Charlotte]

Yeah, honestly, I can't really tell. I feel like you sound fine.

[Kelly]

Okay, good, good. Because I'm like, straining and it kind of hurts.

[Liz]

Okay, okay. Well, then why don't you rest before our next call? Charlotte, thank you so much for joining us on the podcast. It was. It was so much fun to have you.

[Charlotte]

Thanks for having me. This has been so fun. I love you guys so much.

[Kelly]

I love you.

[Liz]

Everyone else, thank you for listening to the Carpool Podcast. We love you, too.

[Charlotte]

Bye. Bye.

[Kelly]

Thank you for listening to the Carpool Podcast with Kelly and Liz. Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an episode. And if you enjoyed riding with us, tell everybody you know. There's room in the car for everyone.

[Charlotte]

Sam.