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Best Laid Plans

Sarah Hart-Unger
Goal Setting
Planning Techniques
Media Consumption
Nested Goals
Time Management
Work-Life Balance
Productivity
Planning
Mental Health
Reading
Podcasting
Self-Care
Parenting
Rest
Social Media
Media Curation
Digital Detox
Google Tasks
Google Calendar
Personal Productivity

Welcome to Best Laid Plans -- a podcast all about planning and the planning tools we love. From planning techniques and organizing philosophies to planners and notebooks, we cover it all. Host Sarah Hart-Unger is a mother of 3, physician, podcasting pro, and a lover of lists and all things paper! Listen in weekly for conversations about planning and productivity as well as product reviews and inte... more

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In today's episode, Sarah goes through a techo kaigi -- her own assessment of how her current tools are working for her, along with some musing about what's up ahead for 2026!

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Kathleen Paley
Expert in maximizing points for travel and host of The Reframe Podcast
The Reframe
Episode: Planning to Travel for Less with Kathleen Paley EP 264
Allison Daminger
Assistant Professor of Sociology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and author of What's on Her Mind?
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Episode: Mental Load Expert Allison Daminger Answers Your Burning Questions About Planning and Household Management EP 260
Lizzie Post
Expert in etiquette and great-great-granddaughter of Emily Post
Emily Post Institute
Episode: Where Planning Meets Etiquette with Lizzie Post of the Emily Post Institute EP 254
Allison Schaaf
CEO of PrepDish and mother of four
PrepDish
Episode: Planning Meals and the Rest of Life with Allison Schaaf, Business Owner and Mother of 4 EP 248
Caroline Cohen
Podcaster at Wellness While Walking
Episode: The Gap Between Planning and Doing EP 245
Gab Saper
Stylist and wardrobe editor; empowers women to embrace their bodies through style.
The Wardrobe Editor
Episode: Curating and Editing your Wardrobe with Stylist Gab Saper EP 236
Tyler Moore
Author of Tidy Up Your Life and known as Tidy Dad
Tidy Dad
Episode: Tidy Up Your Life: Organizing Inspiration for 2025 with Tyler Moore (aka Tidy Dad) EP 234
Carolyn Cohen
Health coach with almost 15 years of experience, focusing on health and wellness through mindful planning.
Wellness While Walking
Episode: Planning and Goal-Setting for Health with Carolyn Cohen EP 232
Shunta Grant
Creator of the Best Today Guide and podcaster
Episode: Mindful Social Media Use and More with Shunta Grant EP 229

Host

Sarah Hart-Unger
Host of a podcast focusing on planning and productivity, sharing personal experiences and practical advice.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Helping me to love planning more than I loathe it. 😂

    I admit I have love/hate relationship with planning, but this podcast inspires me to love planning more than I loathe it. I appreciate the in-depth planner reviews, Q&A’s/behind the scenes with Sarah, and the “planner-adjacent” conversations with guests, diving not only into their areas of expertise but how they plan and the tools that they use. Thanks for all you do, Sarah!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Moms Overcoming Overwhelm
    United Statesa month ago
  • 😍 I love planning! 📝

    If you love planning, this is the place for you! We can all geek out and enjoy planning for FUN and also for productivity and reaching goals. 😂

    Sarah has a cheerful voice and each episode is well planned but also very real and relatable!

    Really enjoy this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shana | budgetbesties.com
    United States2 months ago
  • Your New Best Friend

    I found BLP from a guest sharing their interview episode and I enjoyed the ep immensely, which is rare because I’m not big on podcasts. Since then, I’ve worked my way through the entire back catalog of episodes. Sarah became my companion on my long commutes and I genuinely enjoyed listening to every episode. Sarah strikes the perfect balance of rotating episode “themes” (interviews, product reviews, planning process explanations, and more) to keep the content engaging. She’s also found the perfe... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarah from Houston TX
    United States4 months ago
  • A favorite every week

    Have listened for years now and love that there is a place to consider and learn about planner ideas every week. Sarah is always authentic, positive, resourceful, enthusiastic and overall incredibly thoughtful. Thank you for all of your efforts to create this for your listeners.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ndg96
    United States4 months ago
  • Helps reduce overwhelm

    As a busy full time working mom of two young boys, this podcast helps reduce my feeling of overwhelm. I love the upbeat positive attitude of Sarah and the helpful practical advice for planning and prioritizing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jennybutlermd
    United States4 months ago

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The host's upbeat demeanor and relatable storytelling resonate well with the audience, fostering a supportive community.
Many appreciate the practical tips for planning and managing family life amid busy schedules.
Some listeners express a desire for fewer ads during episodes versus the quality of the content.
Listeners praise the engaging and authentic content that feels like a conversation with a friend.
Reviews highlight the valuable blend of personal anecdotes, expert interviews, and product recommendations.

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Planner Peace & Accessibility + Discussing Wirecutter's 2026 Planner Picks EP 268
Q: Do you know if any planner brands or creators are already thinking about this?
The host encourages the community to share suggestions or ideas for improving accessibility in planning. They reflect on the need for more visible options in the planner market.
September Q&A: Planner News, Planner Peace from a SAHM, Work/Life Separation, and More EP 267
Q: Do you have any tips for overhauling or reimagining your planner systems and approaches after a life transforming medical or other transforming event like this?
Sarah encourages taking time, focusing on enjoyable aspects of planning, and building a daily practice gradually.
August Q&A: Hobonichi, Taylor Swift, and More EP 265
Q: How long should monthly and weekly reviews take?
Monthly reviews may take an hour to two, while weekly reviews would be around 30 to 60 minutes, depending on individual needs.
August Q&A: Hobonichi, Taylor Swift, and More EP 265
Q: Should I combine work and personal planners or use separate ones?
It's fine to keep separate planners for work and personal life, especially if both contain specific details that the other doesn't.
August Q&A: Hobonichi, Taylor Swift, and More EP 265
Q: How do you manage large projects, little by little or in chunks?
It's often more effective to work in larger chunks of time rather than spreading tasks over several days, but this depends on individual preference and situation.

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2. Allison Daminger
3. Lizzie Post
4. Allison Schaaf
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6. Gab Saper
7. Tyler Moore
8. Carolyn Cohen

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