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Episode 1,000! What We've Learned, What We're Leaving Behind, & What's Coming Next

August 24, 2026

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The Bossticks hit 1,000 episodes—more than The Simpsons has produced. They started in their closet with $220 worth of equipment and a $10 hosting platform, and they have never missed a single week. But rather than spend the milestone looking backward, they devote most of this episode to looking forward: where media, culture, and their own lives are heading over the next decade.

The era of discernment

Lauren predicts that 2027 will be defined not by more, but by less. She argues that people are becoming discerning about content, supplements, relationships, and where they direct their energy. She has been off TikTok for two years and calls it "the best decision I have ever made." Her forecast: the pendulum is swinging away from mass consumption toward curation and restraint.

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What you'll learn

  • 1 (00:01) **Episode 1,000 Milestone & Origin Story** - The hosts celebrate recording their 1,000th episode and recount the show's humble beginnings.
  • 2 (02:08) **A Decade of Compounding Results** - Michael reflects on the personal and professional growth that has occurred since the show's launch in 2016.
  • 3 (04:02) **A Sign to Stay Patient** - The hosts use their journey as a message of encouragement for anyone pursuing a long-term goal.
  • 4 (05:36) **Prediction: The Era of Discernment** - Lauren predicts that 2027 will be defined by being highly selective with content, relationships, and energy.
  • 5 (07:16) **The Rise of Trusted Human Voices** - Michael explains that in the age of AI, information is no longer scarce; authentic human perspective is the new premium.
  • 6 (09:33) **The Pendulum Swing and Authentic Opinion** - The hosts discuss how the cultural pendulum is swinging away from groupthink toward unique, authentic opinions.
  • 7 (13:36) **The Return of "Woo-Woo" and Open-Mindedness** - Lauren predicts a cultural shift toward nature, nervous system regulation, and "woo-woo" practices, while Michael advocates for staying open to new ideas.

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Show Notes

#1,000: Join Lauryn and Michael Bosstick as they celebrate their 1,000th episode! In this milestone conversation, they look ahead at the next decade and share their predictions for where culture, technology, wellness, relationships, media, and the way we live are headed. In this episode, Lauryn and Michael get candid about what they're prioritizing, what they're leaving behind, and the systems, boundaries, and mindset shifts shaping this next era of their lives. They also unpack what they believe will matter more, what will matter less, and how they're thinking about building a life that lasts. From the future of media and AI to relationships, personal growth, and what it takes to keep evolving, this is a conversation about what's next — and how Lauryn and Michael are preparing for it.

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