The Chocolate Chip Cookie Challenge is back in 2023! Guest judges, Andy Hay and Quake Matthews join us to find the best cookie in Halifax. We taste a whopping 21 cookies this year. In a huge upset - we have a new #1. Find out who ranks 1, 2, and 3. Show notes: Connect with Andy Hay at Andy's East Coast Kitchen: @andyseastcoastkitchen_ theeastcoastkitchen.com Connect with Quake Matthews: @quakematthews Listen to Quake's new EP with Young Buck: Learn As I Go Chat with us & connect @rivalandqueen Thank you to all our cookie contestants! Whisk & Crumble Bliss Caffeine Bar Steve-O-Reno's East Coast Bakery Pavia Lara Cafe Bird's Nest Tart & Soul Ori Layers Terra Cafe Phat Cookies Dilly Dally Grounded CHKN CHOP Luke's Small Goods The FOG company Edible Matters Apartment 3 24 Carrot Tim Hortons

Who said cookies?? It’s been a hot minute but we are back! We have lots to catch you up on. This week we fast-forwarded to prepping for the holidays and Sarah’s ultimate Christmas trip. And of course how we are doing fall fashion, why we buy and use certain products, AND we are planning the legendary cookie-tasting episode. Stay tuned for more and our special guests! Follow Sarah’s new podcast, Reconnect & Awaken Living Libations Skincare Connect with us and chat on Instagram @rivalandqueen

Hello, summertime, and hello thong bikinis! Yes, that’s right, we weigh in on Gen-Zers' rediscovering things that we Millennials already consider in style or popular, like thong bikinis. Or are we just old? Summer also has us thinking about our long locks of hair and proper hair hydration. We spontaneously dive into our own hair issues. According to astrology, this is also meant to be the “summer of love” and let me tell you, we are already feeling the summer love vibes! Thank you for listening. Subscribe & follow us on all social media channels @rivalandqueen.

We’ve got a proper besties catch-up! We’ve been missing you and wanted to hop back on the mic for a fun episode. We’ve got: Birth stories recap & Ashley’s first weeks of mama-hood The great bed hunt Our trips & traveling with a baby Keep connected with us on social: @rivalandqueen We love you! Ash & Sarah

It’s hard to believe but it’s our final episode of 2022. This week we reflect on the last year and look forward to 2023! We share what’s been going on the last few months and share our life updates. It wouldn’t be a December R&Q episode without talking about our holiday excitement and gift guide must haves! See you in 2023, Happy Holidays! Love Ash & Sarah Get our gift guide at https://www.instagram.com/rivalandqueen/

Our last episode of season 3! We're signing off for summer break so we can soak up all the sunshine and beach days. - More weddings & dresses - Is Sarah going to Europe? - Our monthly faves and more! We'll be back in September. Notes: - Annabelle Skinny Brow Liner - The Cure Skincare Body Serum More at rivalandqueen.com

Ash & Sarah are back for another Thursday episode! This week's episode is about: craziest way to assign rooms on group vacations new dating terms we need to know (& that we 100% don't) the R&Q men tell us what gives them the ick Notes: Dating terms you need to know by Refinery 29 Plus, a bonus shout-out to the Halifax Wanderers. We love them - check out their upcoming home games. More at rivalandqueen.com

Contest winner Lana MacKinnon-Haliburton joins us for popcorn & LÜVO’s! Lana is a long-time fan of the podcast and we dive right into her personal icks when it comes to fashion and life in general. We also talk about nip slip problems, crocs, reality tv, her MEME QUEEN status, and also the new IG notes feature. So many polls coming from this episode. Connect with Lana: @lanamachali Thank you to LUVO Wines for sponsoring this episode. Get your LUVO at luvolife.ca. More at rivalandqueen.com

This week Sarah’s energy is high and she’s ready for summer fun so we dive into our summer bucket list, adult creativity, teenage heartthrobs, and who we would be if we were a villain. Don't forget to sign up for our golf tournament on July 15th in support of Adsum House for Women and Children www.rivalandqueen.com/golf Connect with us: @rivalandqueen

This week we're talking about women's health, our bodies and about abortion. We get into Roe v. Wade being overturned, access to abortion in Canada, and the gaps in our own healthcare experiences and the emotional stress tied to that. We also cover: the great bra hunt & finding the best bra shopping experience in Halifax our stay at the Locust & Starr Inn in Wolfville the upcoming R&Q Golf Tournament. Notes: The R&Q Golf Tournament The Locust & Starr Inn Support the Morgentaler Clinic More at rivalandqueen.com Thanks to LUVO wines for sponsoring this episode. Get your LUVO at luvolife.ca

This week we are sharing some ick stories from our listeners and what makes us feel the dreaded ick too. Also wedding and summer fashion and our June faves! Links & Luau Women's Charity Golf Tournament July 15th Nominate R&Q for The Best of Halifax Half Baked Harvest Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookie More at rivalandqueen.com

This week we're joined by Bangs, an all-star spin instructor, creative director at R Studios, life coach & so much more. New-ish to the east coast, she stands out with her confidence, high-energy, unreal style & famous social media rants that we LOVE. We talk about: style, tear down aging milestones, beauty standards, social filtering, owning your confidence and more. Connect with Bangs: @bangsandabun on Instagram Join her newsletter: themurmuration.substack.com Her coaching mybigboldjuicylife.com Ride with her at rstudios.co More at rivalandqueen.com

This week we get to know each other a little better and re-introduce ourselves. Ash & Sarah each answer 30 questions and a fun little rapid-fire. Now we're left wondering what are karaoke duet should be? Connect with us on Instagram & TikTok @rivalandqueen. More are https://www.rivalandqueen.com/

This week we share some details on the new format for Rival & Queen. We discovered lubricated tampons & talk other period products The ULTIMATE life hack for candles that's changed our lives Should we ship beer to the US for Chex Mix? The revival of the Toothy Moose Notes: wearemarlow.com albenlanecandleco.com More at rivalandqueen.com

We're back for a second all talk to catch up on so many fun topics! Ash lost her tooth! Our laissez-faire/forgetful travel styles Ash's birthday weekend in Montreal Best place to meet men Monthly faves! Thanks to LUVO wines for sponsoring this episode. Get your LUVO at luvolife.ca More at rivalandqueen.com

We were so happy to welcome back Connie McInnes to the podcast. Connie is the creator of R Studios, a group of fitness studios that are revolutionizing why you move. We talk about: The growth of R Studios from 1 to 6 spaces Rest, the newest R Studios space Personal growth and how Connie learns and pushes herself Joining a running group to push her limits Authenticity and sharing the true journey Connie also shares some big news at the end of this episode! Connect with Connie: @theconniemae @rstudiosns rstudios.co Ashley has been Nominated for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada’s (LLSC’s) Women of the Year Award. Help Ashley raise money or donate here!

This week we've teamed up with Pop Pod Weekly hosts, Anna & Bekah to dive into our favourite pop culture moments! The Pop Pod Weekly story & how they started podcasting Their fave YouTubers and content creators to follow Lularoe leggings sega Phoenix Rising Johnny Depp, Amber Heard trial The biggest pop culture mysteries we want the details of!!! Listen to Pop Pod Weekly every Monday wherever you get your podcasts! Connect on TikTok and Instagram: @poppodweekly More at rivalandqueen.com

We are back with another All Talk episode! This week Ash & Sarah dive into: Ashley’s birthday month and her love/hate with birthdays What age groups we identify with Would we be friends in high school? Do people still lie about their age? And more fun topics! Connect with us on Instagram: @rivalandqueen More at rivalandqueen.com

Sarah Kikuchi was introduced to Ashley during her efforts to raise money for Man & Woman of the Year which is an intense 10-week fundraising competition taking place in cities across Canada for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada (LLSC). Sarah’s story and perspective is eye-opening. She is someone who at a very young age has had to undergo a lot of personal, emotional, and physical trauma after being diagnosed with cancer in her 20’s, ending her marriage during her treatments, and ultimately realizing what she needs and wants in her life. Sarah is now healthy, well, and very pregnant! Follow her: @sarahmkikuchi To support Ashley and the LLSC fundraiser visit: https://secure.llscanada.org/site/TR/MWOY/Atlantic?px=1247962&pg=personal&fr_id=1310 Thank you to LUVO wines for sponsoring this episode. LUVO's Piquette + Peach & Piquette + Berry are now available! Get yours in liquor stores across Nova Scotia or online at luvolife.ca. More at rivalandqueen.com

This week we're joined by Duane Jones, the designer and founder of Art Pays Me, a lifestyle clothing brand and podcast. We talk about: The Art Pays Me story Earning a living as an artist and valuing your creative gifts Taking on clients with aligned values Leaning into his own artistic abilities Connect with Duane & Art Pays Me: @artpaysme artpaysme.com Check out Halifax Burger Bash April 28-May 7 burgerbash.ca LUVO wines new Piquette + Peach & Piquette + Berry are now available. Get yours at luvolife.ca More at rivalandqueen.com