anything goes with emma chamberlain

my quiet morning routine and other things i like rn

February 5, 2026

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  • Emma Chamberlain's current list of favorites centers around incorporating quiet, mindful habits and finding joy in simple, often overlooked activities, stemming from a recent need to combat extreme exhaustion caused by overworking. 
  • The host values temporary participation in trends, exemplified by subtle nail art and personalizing a bag with pins, as a way to engage without the material commitment associated with fast fashion. 
  • Current obsessions include adopting a slow, quiet morning routine involving journaling and silent walks, enjoying the unique atmosphere of nighttime grocery shopping, and rediscovering the pleasure of reading before bed. 

Segments

Introduction to Current Favorites
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(00:00:00)
  • Key Takeaway: The host frequently shares lists of current obsessions because she cycles through intense interests every couple of months.
  • Summary: The episode of anything goes with emma chamberlain is dedicated to sharing the host’s current obsessions, which change frequently. This pattern of intense obsession followed by replacement is attributed to a need to keep life dynamic and exciting. The host relies on switching small elements of her routine to maintain this dynamism.
Volkswagen Sponsorship Segment
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(00:01:13)
  • Key Takeaway: The host associates driving with taking control of one’s life, contrasting it with enjoying being a passenger.
  • Summary: The segment is sponsored by Volkswagen, prompting a reflection on driving versus being a passenger. The host recalls enjoying being a passenger in her father’s Volkswagen but prefers being in the driver’s seat now. This preference extends metaphorically to enjoying being in the driver’s seat of her life.
Quiet Mindful Morning Routine
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(00:01:50)
  • Key Takeaway: A quiet morning routine, adopted after a period of extreme exhaustion, involves immediate journaling and silent outdoor walks for grounding.
  • Summary: The host developed a quiet, slow morning routine after realizing she had ‘girl bossed herself to death,’ leading to exhaustion. The routine starts with making coffee, followed immediately by journaling (brain dumping and analysis) for one to four pages. This is completed with a silent morning walk, which helps keep her calm for the rest of the day.
Nighttime Grocery Shopping Vibe
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(00:05:39)
  • Key Takeaway: Grocery shopping at night provides a peaceful, unhurried experience due to lower crowds and unique fluorescent lighting.
  • Summary: The host has recently started enjoying grocery shopping at night as a way to get out of the house more while single. The energy in the store at night is described as magical, calm, and peaceful due to the lack of rush and fewer people. This activity combats evening restlessness without the fear associated with nighttime walks.
The Value of Reading Before Bed
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(00:07:33)
  • Key Takeaway: Reading before bed is now possible and beneficial after reducing overworking, as it requires mental space that exhaustion previously eliminated.
  • Summary: The host fell out of the habit of reading because overworking led to exhaustion that prevented focus on books. Since resetting her work pace, she has regained the mental space required for reading, which she now prioritizes before sleep. Reading before bed is noted as being much more peaceful than watching content and contributes to better sleep.
eBay Sponsorship Segment
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(00:10:00)
  • Key Takeaway: eBay shopping has restored the ‘fun feeling’ of finding rare items, shifting the experience from mindless scrolling to a fashion pursuit.
  • Summary: The sponsor eBay is highlighted for bringing back the enjoyment of shopping, moving away from algorithm-fed content and dupes. Scoring a rare sneaker or desired bag on eBay provides a significant rush. Finds on the platform are backed by eBay’s Authenticity Guarantee.
Warner Bros. Sponsorship Segment
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(00:10:38)
  • Key Takeaway: A new film, Wuthering Heights, directed by Emerald Fennell and starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, is coming to theaters.
  • Summary: Warner Brothers Pictures is promoting Wuthering Heights, a bold reimagining of the classic story by filmmaker Emerald Fennell. The film follows the forbidden, intoxicating love between Kathy (Margot Robbie) and Heathcliff (Jacob Elordi). It is described as an epic tale of lust, love, and madness, releasing in theaters on Valentine’s Day and available in IMAX.
Obsession with Running Charades
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(00:11:15)
  • Key Takeaway: Running charades, a competitive team game where players race to guess and relay words, fosters intense creativity and team telepathy.
  • Summary: The host became obsessed with ‘running charades’ played during a holiday trip, where teams compete to finish a list of acting prompts first. The game involves a representative running to the host for a word, acting it out for their team, and the first guesser runs back to get the next word. The chaotic nature of acting out complex prompts like band names forces high levels of creativity.
Embracing Subtle Nail Art
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(00:13:36)
  • Key Takeaway: Subtle nail art is favored as a temporary, flexible accessory that allows participation in trends without the material commitment of physical items.
  • Summary: The host is returning to nail art after being overwhelmed by overly detailed trends, preferring subtle, neutral designs with simple elements like blobs or swirls. Nail art is viewed as the perfect temporary accessory, unlike buying sunglasses or jewelry which involves material commitment. This approach allows engagement with trends without accumulating unwanted physical items.
Fashionable Hoodie Styling
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(00:17:35)
  • Key Takeaway: Hoodies can be elevated beyond casual wear by styling them with structured pieces like long skirts, leather jackets, and intentional accessories.
  • Summary: The host’s perspective on hoodies has shifted from purely casual wear to an elevated fashion item. She successfully styled a hoodie for a semi-formal bar party by pairing it with a long skirt, leather jacket, and boots. The key to elevation lies in choosing non-athletic materials (like cotton or knit) and building the look with intentional accessories like belts, shoes, and bags.
The Power of Square Black Glasses
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(00:20:18)
  • Key Takeaway: Square-shaped black glasses provide a sense of power and sharpness, acting as a psychological shield and essential outfit completer.
  • Summary: The host deeply misses her lost square-shaped black reading glasses, noting that this specific shape feels powerful, sharp, and smart, unlike softer rounded frames. Glasses serve as a psychological shield when leaving the house, and the right pair can complete an outfit when something feels missing. She often wore this specific shape for both reading and styling outfits, even at night.
Too Good and Co. Sponsorship Segment
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(00:23:30)
  • Key Takeaway: Two Good Creamers offer a lower-sugar alternative to leading traditional coffee creamers, containing only three grams of sugar per serving.
  • Summary: Two Good Creamers are presented as an upgrade for coffee, made with farm-fresh cream and real milk. They contain 40% less sugar than leading traditional creamers, offering just three grams per serving. Available flavors include sweet cream, roasted vanilla, and lavender.
Cute Bralettes for Layering
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(00:24:04)
  • Key Takeaway: Cute, comfortable bralettes are being collected to serve as visible, fun layering pieces under sheer shirts, transforming an undergarment into an accessory.
  • Summary: The host is developing a collection of comfortable, vintage-inspired silk bralettes specifically to wear under her collection of sheer shirts. While previously prioritizing comfort over visible lingerie, she now sees visible bralettes as a fun, sexy layering element. The challenge is finding pieces that are both cute and comfortable enough for her particular preferences.
Personalizing a Vintage Bag
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(00:28:22)
  • Key Takeaway: Personalizing a beloved fabric bag by covering it with personally collected buttons and pins transformed it into a daily go-to item.
  • Summary: The host took a vintage green bag with front pockets and covered it entirely with her collection of personal buttons and pins. This act of personalization, which can be reversed, made the bag her most interesting and frequently used item. This worked well because the pins were already personal items collected over time, making the trend participation feel genuine.
Invented Apple Peanut Butter Yogurt Snack
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(00:32:08)
  • Key Takeaway: A highly favored snack involves mixing vanilla Greek yogurt with a large amount of peanut butter powder, flaky salt, and water, served with Granny Smith apple slices.
  • Summary: This snack is assembled by mixing vanilla Greek yogurt with a quarter cup of peanut butter powder (PB2), flaky salt, a dash of peanut butter extract (optional), and a little water to thin it. The mixture is eaten with slices of Granny Smith apple, which the host prefers over chunks to avoid irritating the roof of her mouth. The flaky sea salt is crucial, and the host anticipates this fixation lasting for years.
Appreciation for Flaky Salt
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(00:36:09)
  • Key Takeaway: Having flaky salt available allows for satisfying, in-the-moment seasoning, as the host intentionally under-salts food during cooking.
  • Summary: The host enjoys keeping a dish of flaky salt nearby while eating, especially soups, to adjust seasoning to taste. She under-salts food during cooking because salt cannot be removed, only added. The physical act of pinching and crushing the salt into the food is described as a satisfying and fun enhancement to the eating experience.
Golden Kiwi Superiority
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(00:37:17)
  • Key Takeaway: Golden kiwis are superior to standard green kiwis due to a sweeter, slightly tarter flavor profile and a smoother, less grainy texture.
  • Summary: Golden kiwis are significantly better than traditional brown, fuzzy kiwis, offering an intensified flavor experience. The texture is notably smoother and less grainy, described as more buttery. The host was initially skeptical but became convinced after trying them over Thanksgiving, noting they are easy to consume in large quantities.
TaxAct and Squarespace Sponsorships
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(00:39:33)
  • Key Takeaway: TaxAct offers guaranteed accuracy and expert assistance for filing taxes, while Squarespace simplifies securing a domain name without hidden fees.
  • Summary: TaxAct guides users through taxes with accuracy guaranteed, offering tips, expert assistance, or full-service filing to ensure deductions are found. Squarespace allows users to claim the perfect domain name easily, without hidden fees or upsells, encouraging users to secure names for brands or podcasts. A discount code is available for a free trial and 10% off the first purchase.
Viori Clothing Versatility
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(00:40:33)
  • Key Takeaway: Viori clothing, particularly the Halo line, is praised for being comfortable yet chic enough to transition seamlessly between casual activities like coffee and workouts.
  • Summary: Viori clothing is positioned as an investment in happiness due to its versatility, handling everything from social outings to workouts. The recommended outfit includes the flattering Halo baby tee, the Halo mini full zip hoodie, and the Halo Modern Straight Leg Pant. Listeners receive 20% off their first purchase by visiting the provided website.
State Farm Sponsorship Segment
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(00:41:35)
  • Key Takeaway: State Farm insurance is positioned as the ‘real deal’ compared to other policies that might only offer surface-level satisfaction, like receiving plain tea instead of gossip.
  • Summary: The segment uses an analogy comparing insurance to receiving hot water and leaves (plain tea) when expecting juicy gossip. State Farm is presented as the reliable option that provides the necessary support, living up to its promise, ‘Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.’
Sesame Flavor Obsession
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(00:42:08)
  • Key Takeaway: The host is currently obsessed with the sesame flavor profile, applying it to ice cream and discovering the delight of a non-caffeinated sesame latte.
  • Summary: The host is gravitating toward sesame seeds and flavors, adding them to anything that makes sense, including ordering sesame ice cream. A major discovery was the sesame latte, made from sesame paste, water, and milk, which she enjoys with honey. Cooking with sesame oil is also noted as an instant flavor enhancer.
Craving Dense Chocolate Desserts
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(00:43:22)
  • Key Takeaway: The current dessert fixation is a strong craving for dense, rich chocolate baked goods like brownies, superseding previous preferences for cookies or cinnamon rolls.
  • Summary: The host is currently craving dense, rich chocolate desserts, specifically brownies served with ice cream. This is a shift from her past preferences, which leaned toward chocolate chip cookies or cinnamon rolls. She recently made brownies, which satisfied this craving, but the fixation remains strong.
Liking What Cannot Be Had
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(00:44:37)
  • Key Takeaway: The final point of the list is the paradoxical enjoyment derived from things the host currently cannot have.
  • Summary: The episode concludes with the observation that the host enjoys things she is currently prohibited from having or obtaining. This serves as the final, abstract item on her list of current likes. The list formation process requires time to pass naturally before new items can be identified.