

Nobody Wants This Season 2--my favorite soundtrack of the year
The Season 2 soundtrack for Nobody Wants This arrives with the same sharp, slightly offbeat charm that defines the show itself. While the series leans heavily on character-driven storytelling, the music elevates it, giving each scene a sense of place and emotional intention without ever overstating its role. It’s the type of soundtrack that understands the assignment: support the story, deepen the mood, and offer viewers a few new favorites to play on repeat afterward. Seaso
Dec 12, 20252 min read


new Taylor Swift album, new song from an old middle school favorite, and new artist in my rotation--which is worth a listen?
There’s something about this time of year that always turns me into a playlist hoarder. Maybe it’s the weather, maybe it’s the delusion that I’m entering a “new era,” or maybe it’s just the way every artist suddenly decides to release their most emotionally disruptive songs at the exact same moment. Whatever the reason, my queue has been overflowing—dramatically, unapologetically, and in a way that makes me feel like I’m living inside my own movie trailer. And in the middle o
Dec 11, 20253 min read


a checklist for making your perfect playlist (part 2)
I have a playlist for everything. Every day, every mood, every activity. Making playlists takes a lot of work, especially making one you’ll actually listen to. This is a checklist to help you achieve a “perfect playlist.” Is it a playlist for you or for everyone? Some of my playlists are very personal and hold a lot of emotion. These usually aren’t the ones that other people listen to. Some of my other playlists are very popular and everyone listens to them. One of my person
Dec 11, 20252 min read
off the beaten path: top 10 places to visit to make your Utah trip unique
Growing up in Utah has given me the best opportunities for unique trip experiences that are only a couple hours from home. In my humble...
Feb 3, 20231 min read
why you should take care of your mental health (and how to do it)
Mental health has an odd stigma surrounding it. Some people don’t talk about it, some pretend it doesn’t even exist. Luckily in recent...
Nov 18, 20223 min read








