Do You Know Your Chinese Zodiac Animal?

In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of the Chinese zodiac -a system rooted in centuries of tradition, storytelling, and symbolism. With 12 animal signs that rotate on a yearly cycle, the Chinese zodiac offers insight into personality traits, strengths, and even compatibility with others.

We break down what each animal represents, how the zodiac system works, and the cultural significance behind it. From Dragons and Tigers to Rats and Roosters, we go through each sign to tell you your lucky numbers, colors, and flowers as well as your unlucky numbers and colors. We even share your 2025 fortune!

We also reveal our own zodiac signs, compare notes on whether the traits fit us, and laugh through a few uncanny coincidences. Whether you're new to the Chinese zodiac or have known your sign for years, this episode is a fun, lighthearted dive into a tradition that continues to shape conversations around identity and personality.

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• Wikipedia “Chinese zodiac” - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chinese_zodiac

• China Highlights “Chinese Zodiac” - https://www.chinahighlights.com/travelguide/chinese-zodiac/

• China Highlights “Chinese Zodiac Years - 12 Chinese New Year Animals Chart” - https://www.chinahighlights.com/travelguide/chinese-zodiac/years.htm

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In this episode, Arika and Marissa reunite and jump right back into their ketchups and mustards (iykyk). From random updates to catching up on life, they ease into the conversation before diving into a series of wild, funny, and thought-provoking Reddit stories. Marissa reads through a handful of posts, and together they react, analyze, and—despite having zero qualifications—offer their best (and sometimes questionable) advice. From relationship dilemmas to questions of when to share winnings - nothing is off-limits. It’s a judgment-free, unfiltered ride through internet chaos, and as always, Arika and Marissa bring their candid takes and plenty of laughs along the way.

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https://www.reddit.com/

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This week, we’re celebrating National Teacher Appreciation Week by welcoming a very special guest… Sydney! She’s a college student, student teacher, former athlete, active sorority member, and one of the most passionate future educators we know. Marissa and Arika sit down with Sydney to talk about her path into teaching, how her mom inspired her career choice, and what it’s really like substitute teaching at her childhood school.

From growing up as a competitive athlete to joining Greek life and staying grounded in her Christian faith, Sydney shares how each experience has shaped her into the person she is today. The conversation covers everything from her biggest college lessons to her hopes for the future (and yes, her go-to school supply and coffee order make the cut).

Be sure to watch on Spotify or YouTube to see the faces behind the voices and don’t forget to share this episode with a teacher who’s made a difference in your life.

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Grab a cup of coffee and get cozy with us every week for a new episode of We Run on Coffee. Arika & Marissa talk about relationships, post-grad jobs, travel, and all things about life in your 20s.

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