Drink every time we say "potent." This week, we're cracking open a bottle of "Spanish" red wine, and Paulo Coelho’s timeless tale of destiny for our first-ever book club episode.

The Alchemist hits different every time you read it—and this time, it led us into a deep, almost-two-hour conversation about personal legends, time, unconditional love, and fear, while also clearing up some of our unanswered questions: what is the Elixir of Life, the Emerald Tablet, and the Philosopher's Stone? What is the meaning of the Englishman? And what does it really mean to follow the call of your soul? Amanda debriefs on her experience solo momming for a week, while Jessa shares about quitting her job to travel again, mirroring Santiago’s courageous leap into the unknown.

This episode is chaos and clever — how all good book clubs should be — but most of all, it's an ode to the dreamers, the seekers, and anyone who’s ever felt the pull toward something more. We weave in our favorite quotes, offer thoughtful questions for reflection, and end the conversation with purple teeth. Thank you for reading alongside us, and let us know what you thought about the book in a comment below, or tell us on instagram or Substack!

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