Episode
Episode 48 - The Radical Joy of Getting Things Done Without Burnout
- Podcast
- We Are Out of Office
- Published
- Jan 14, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 3658
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- https://we-are-out-of-office.captivate.fm
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Summary
In this week's Episode 48 of We Are Out of Office, your co-hosts Veteran Television Executive Producer ( Night Agent ) Nikki T and Bestselling Author Jayne Allen keep the group chat virtual and delusional as usual, catching you up, bringing food for thought and food for your soul. In this second episode of 2026, the ladies officially turn on their out-of-office replies and dive into what it really means to get things done without sacrificing joy, health, or healing . From celebrating small wins (like New York’s new mayor delivering on childcare promises in just eight days) to shouting out women thriving after choosing themselves, the episode is a love letter to momentum, consistency, and doing the work that actually matters . The conversation weaves through pop culture, politics, and personal growth—touching on viral moments, reality-TV romances, Black-owned beauty brands, and the ways women’s excellence is often undervalued in public life. Nikki breaks down why responsible political commentary matters more than ever, while Jayne reflects on how internalized bias can quietly shape who gets supported—and who gets sidelined. In the Health & Healing segment, Jayne delivers a powerful reminder: it’s not about January—it’s about consistency. Whether you’re writing a book, rebuilding your body, or trying to change your life, the real transformation comes from showing up again and again, not from perfection. Nikki echoes this with stories of creators who’ve quietly transformed themselves over a year—proof that sustainable change beats crash-and-burn hustle every time. The episode also brings joy with: A swoon-worthy real-life K-drama about a Korean barista and a shy Black woman A behind-the-scenes peek at Jayne’s new paranormal romance novel Sharp, funny takes on celebrit…