Hannah is burned out, bitchy, and heading to Bravocon! She talks about her pre-Bravocon attempt at feeling hot again after an unhinged month of chaos, the importance of always having a hefty stash of ultra tampons, and rips apart the entire entertainment industry (seriously, no one is safe). SORRY IN ADVANCE! 

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It's Wellness Check Wednesday, y'all! This week, Hannah comes to you from the studio (her bed) to share some cozy, honest wellness tips inspired by a recent run-in with mental unwellness—just in time for holiday season. She also dives into listener wellness check write-ins, celebrates quitting a job mid-crashout, and dishes on the new Lily Allen album!

 

• Listen to Great Mugs!
• The People Pleasing Episode: Boundaries 101 ft. Sydney René Cox 
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This week, Hannah comes at you in a FOUL MOOD mid-crashout to discuss her newfound sense of dread heading into fall, her recent brush with a skunk attack, and to make some random (but hopefully impactful) recommendations! She also begs the age old hot girl question: should she switch from Orangetheory to Lagree/Solidcore, and manifests her future lifestyle as a wealthy woman living on a steady diet of NAD and Goop Kitchen. 

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• Listen to Hannah on Right Answers Mostly!
• Hannah's new favorite song Dancing2
• Hannah's new favorite Youtube fitness creator Gabby George!
• Ashley Paige: The Hot Girl Content Creator who inspired Hannah's flower arranging journey
• The Cutting Room Floor

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Hannah catches up with Danny Pellegrino, dear friend of the pod and host of the hit podcast "Everything Iconic with Danny Pellegrino"! They discuss how they've been spending their time in quarantine, which celebs would leave Gal Gadot on read, and proceed to go on a series of pop culture tangents because obviously.

Hannah breaks down this week's episode of VPR and RHONJ, discusses her quarantine journey thus far, and weighs in on Jessica Alba's tiktok!

Hannah is joined by friend of the pod Joey Olson to discuss the iconic ice skating romance "The Cutting Edge"! They talk about favorite scenes, Kate's iconic fashion, why D.B. Sweeney is literally just the coolest, why the soundtrack is just the best, and MORE!

On this deliciously long episode of Brown-Eyed Jewnicorn, Hannah discusses the iconic (BARB!) yet also disappointing (EVERYONE ELSE) finale of The Bachelor, and is then joined by pal of the pod and comedian Michelle Thorn to discuss VPR and part two of the RHONJ Reunion! The ladies give their thoughts on Lala's controversial instagram live, celebrate the husbands of New Jersey, and obv touch on the Corona of it all. Listen now, and don't forget to rate and review on iTunes!

Hannah is joined by hilarious comic, host of the hit podcast "Berning in Hell", and reality tv star Hannah Berner! The gals talk about Hannah's exciting career path, dating, the oh-so-juicy current season of Summer House, and staying true to yourself in your hustle!

Hannah talks about her harrowing trip to Trader Joe's, weighs in on this week's episode of VPR (we STAN queen Raquel!), and digs into part one of the RHONJ reunion!

Hannah is joined by Mani, a hilarious and insightful fellow pop culture fan, meme-maker, and host of the hit podcast "Mixing With Mani"! The ladies dig into The Bachelor: Women Tell All special, give their thoughts on the newly appointed Bachelorette, address the "bullying" in the room and spill some Laura Leigh boots on the ground tea!

Hannah talks about her recent trip to Chicago, stans Jules Wainstein punching her ex in the face, goes in on The Bachelor and VPR, and recaps the bittersweet season finale of RHONJ!

Hannah is HEATED this week as she discusses Vanderpump Rules, the colossal embarrassment that is Pilot Pete and this season of The Bachelor, and recaps this week's episode of Real Housewives of New Jersey!

In this episode, Hannah celebrates Jessica Simpson's new book, weighs in on the burning pile of trash that is this season of The Bachelor, and gives her two cents on Vanderpump Rules! She also recounts the time she pulled a Jen by passive aggressively wearing a sassy tee shirt to Hebrew school in her youth, and recaps this week's episode of Real Housewives of New Jersey! Happy Valentine's Day!

IT'S AMA BABY! This week, Hannah dives into listener questions and updates everyone on her Ben Affleck journey, including but not limited to making a strong case for why Pearl Harbor isn't good. ENJOY! 

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TIMESTAMPS: 

Saying hi and catching up - 0:00 - 14:57

AMA! - 14:58 - 40:13

Sign off and loveyoubye! - 40:14 - End

Hannah is joined by her boyfriend Jake to talk about the beginning of his Vanderpump Rules journey, the time she called him "mom" at a Target, and answer listener questions!

Hannah touches on the podcast rebrand, gives her thoughts on which Vanderpump Rules character in an old man costume she was sexually aroused by, reveals "her truth" about her feelings on Victoria P., and recaps this week's episode of Real Housewives of New Jersey!

Hannah is joined by comedian, writer, and host of the hit podcast "Be Here For a While" Rachael O'brien! The gals chat about true crime, dating, the entertainment industry, and Rachael gives tons of fantastic life hacks for Angelenos, including but not limited to where to get delicious free snacks while having a chic outing! Listen, rate, and enjoy!

Hannah is joined by podding prince Danny Pellegrino of the hit podcast "Everything Iconic" to recap this week's episode of RHONJ as well as go on tons of other delightful tangents!

Hannah recaps this week's episode of RHONJ, talks about her very tragic attempt(s) at running for 5th grade government, and weighs in on the Alayah and Sydney drams from The Bachelor! Listen, rate and review!

Hannah weighs in on this week's episode of The Bachelor/champagne-gate, gives her opinions on this week's VPR (bye, Max!), and recaps this week's episode of Real Housewives of New Jersey!

Hannah touches on the new season of The Bachelor and her sexual attraction to Pilot Pete, offers feedback on the Vanderpump Rules season premiere/defines what it means to be "restaurant hot", and goes in on episode 9 of Real Housewives of New Jersey!

Hannah is joined by fabulous friend, actor, and writer Matt Cullen to talk all things New Year's Eve and 2020! They reminisce on their favorite New Year's Eves to date, make a strong case for why being a Miranda is actually a total compliment, dig into how to pick the perfect day planner, and give advice on how to handle rejecting plans and fulfilling New Year's resolutions!

Hannah is out of her holiday doldrums and EXHILARATED to return to an EPIC episode of RHONJ! She makes several Showgirls references, discusses why gummy bears aren't an ideal ice cream topping, and addresses the Versace-clad elephant in the room.

Hannah is BACK this week with a holiday-themed episode! She explores feeling bummed out and missing loved ones over the holidays, celebrates traditions both new and old, tells some amusing/dark tales of Christmas past, and encourages everyone to make some boundaries and take care of your gd self this holiday season!

This week, Hannah highlights the importance of a hot girl self-care audit to feel our best this fall! She discusses key questions to ask ourselves when creating fresh new wellness routines, offers self-care ideas for stepping into our hottest most powerful state, and covers her current obsession with Ben Affleck, along with the tale of her fancy candle-induced house fire. ENJOY! 

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TIMESTAMPS: 

Welcome - 0:00 - 2:00 

Catching Up & Hannah's Ben Affleck Obsession - 2:01 - 19:55

Hot Girl Habit Audit - 19:56 - 36:03

Hot Girl Habit Ideas - 36:04 - 51:30

Sign off and loveyoubye! - 51:31 - End

Hannah is joined by Ryan Bailey, friend of the pod and host of the hit podcast "So Bad It's Good With Ryan Bailey"! They discuss being bombarded with ads for The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, revisit their college theatre monologues (woof.), and recap episode six of Real Housewives of New Jersey! Jennifer's comedy gives Midge Maisel a run for her money, Frank Catania stars in a multi-cam sitcom that's yet to be made, and the episode ends in a way that's way too effing dark! Listen now, and don't forget to tune into So Bad It's Good With Ryan Bailey for more fantastic pop culture content!

Hannah recaps episode 5 of Real Housewives of New Jersey and gives an exciting(?) Jason Mraz update!

Hannah recaps last week's episode of Real Housewives of New Jersey! She discusses her continued obsession with Jennifer's daughter Olivia, hopes Jackie never refuses sushi ever again, and wants to be besties with Margaret, her Spanx and her extensions ASAP. She also reflects on Thanksgiving, missing her 10-year high school reunion, not understanding TikTok, and gives her thoughts on Jason Mraz! Listen now, and don't forget to head on over to itunes and leave a review. Loveyouthankyou.

Hannah is joined by a gorgeous and hilarious gal from across the pond, Diana Espir! She's an instagram influencer, self-care guru, and host of the hit pop culture podcast "You Can't Sit With ME"! They chat about Bravo, astrology, dating, Jojo Siwa and so much more! Listen now, rate, review, and make sure to check out You Can't Sit With ME for the episode Hannah guested on and more amazing content!

Hannah gives her thoughts on Bravocon, shows Margaret some major love, and continues to butcher Nonno's accent. (No, really. Brace yourselves. She's really missing the simpler times of doing her Spencer Pratt impression on the reg.) ALSO: As mentioned on the podcast, check out @GOLDHALFMOONCO on instagram to get your very own legit and adorable Blocked By Jax sweatshirt! Support small businesses!

Hannah recaps episode two of RHONJ! She touches on her Chicago trip, improves her Nonno impression (only a little), and falls in love with Melissa's party planner Larry who gives us endless wisdom including but not limited to the phrase "Classy never trashy." Enjoy!

All the way from Chicago, Hannah dives into the season premiere of Real Housewives of New Jersey! She tells the terrifying tale of her flight to the Windy City, celebrates how Jersey is a franchise full of eaters ("I need cheese."), and pitches her reality TV show where all the Bravo Children are plopped on an island a la Lord of the Flies. Listen, rate, review, subscribe, ENJOY!

In a cleansed, post-closet purge state of mind, Hannah is joined by her fabulous pal celebrity stylist (and supremely witty member of the Fashion Police for Us Weekly!) Eric Himel to do a wellness check on Hannah's time living in LA thus far. They chat about fashion dos and don'ts, getting to a zen state of bitchiness, and how to have an LA glow up no matter where you live or what your budget! Enjoy!

Hannah is joined by hilarious entertainment journalist, cannibis connoisseur and pal Adam Salandra to discuss the iconic Halloween film "Hocus Pocus"! They discuss Hocus Pocus trivia, their Leo/Sarah Sanderson energy, and their childhood attraction to Thackery Binx as both a cat and as a human! Listen now, rate, review, and ENJOY!

Hannah and gorgeous actress, writer and comedian Kym Kral chat about the bone chilling and iconic ghost flick "The Sixth Sense"! They spook themselves with tales of their own paranormal experiences, discuss which ghosts from the movie still haunt them to this day, and yes, they celebrate Mischa Barton in her young, puking, ghostly glory!

In this week's episode of Not Aspirational, Hannah recaps some recent Not Aspirational happenings in life and pop culture, shares some current bingeable faves, and gives advice on how to channel your highest self, access your hot girl energy, and balance people pleasing during big life events!

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Hannah's Current Faves: 

• The Cult of Body And Soul
• Between Friends
• Love Life on Netflix
• Trousdale

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Hannah and gal pal/influencer/horror movie fan Becky Habersberger celebrate the iconic 1996 slasher "Scream"! They go in on how Skeet Ulrich is hot but also poor man's Johnny Depp, where Drew Barrymore went horribly wrong at the start of this film, what their favorite scary movies are, and much more!

In this bonus episode, Hannah takes the opportunity to rant about some things that have been bugging her like, really a lot lately. This is what happens when you're "too busy" to observe Yom Kippur. Apologies in advance to anyone who's had a wedding, cut a line, Colbie Caillat, and P!NK.

Hannah and her bestie musician Leo Kidd cozy up to discuss what they love about fall (basic.) and to discuss David Robert Mitchell's cinematic masterpiece "It Follows"! They chat about how to create the perfect Halloween ambience, what they love about the film, AND who they'd risk being followed by a murderous sexually transmitted monster for. Spooky! Listen now, and don't forget to rate and review Brown-Eyed Jewnicorn on itunes!

In the first episode of the Brown-Eyed Jewnicorn October Spooktacular, Hannah recaps season 10 episode 1 of RHONY: Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun! She goes in on her aspirations to move in with Dorinda in the Berkshires, tells a harrowing college tale about crying into scones, STRUGGLES with her Bethenny and Carole impressions, and tests out an autumnal pumpkin beer! Listen now, head to itunes to rate, review and subscribe!

Hannah is joined by Ben Mandelker, the handsome and hilarious host of "Watch What Crappens" and genius behind the Youtube series "The Real Housewares of Kitchen Island"! They chat about early 2000's pop culture, and Ben tells the amazing story of his personal experience with the cast of The OC! Expect witty banter, inside scoop, and a Shawn Hunter reference or two.

Hannah recounts her recent trip to Napa, her iconic experience at Danny Pellegrino's Everything Iconic live show, and weighs in on Caroline Calloway, Lala vs. Fofty, self care, why Autumn is the best and Summer is the worst, AND the Bachelor in Paradise finale! In short: This is a 45 minute rant. Enjoy!

Hannah is joined by TWO of her pals Lily Comeau and Ryan Bailey to recap this finale extravaganza! TONS to unpack here, so relax, enjoy, and get ready for a Dickie Roberts reference, lots of impressions, our takes on that whole Kaitlynn vs. Ashley situation, and so much more! Make sure to head to patreon.come/browneyedjewnicorn for Pretty Wild bonus episodes! Part 2 begins at: 56:30

Hannah talks about her recent battle with social/career anxiety and self confidence, gives her thoughts on Bachelor in Paradise (Nicole and Kermit Clay need to GO AWAY.), and recaps this week's episode of The Hills where Adrian relaunches her sexy swim line! Listen now and don't forget to rate, review, and head to patreon.com/browneyedjewnicorn for Pretty Wild recaps. Love you thank you.

No new episode of The Hills this week? NO PROBLEM! Hannah dives into the first episode of Whitney Port's 2008 spinoff The City to talk about her recent East Coast state of mind, her fondness for early 2000's fashion, and does a pretty impeccable impression of Whitney's ex/Australian hunk Jay! Listen now, and make sure to head to patreon.com/browneyedjewnicorn for bonus content! Ilysm!

Hannah recaps Speidi's bachelor and bachelorette parties on this week's episode of The Hills: New Beginnings! She also weighs in on the loss of our favorite RHONY Skinnygirl, Bethenny Frankel, as well as tells a dark fashion/wedding-related tale from her past. Rate, review, subscribe, and check out patreon.com/browneyedjewnicorn for TWO new episodes coming at you!

This week, Hannah is joined by the founder and CEO of Abortion Positivity Project, Sophie Nir! The gals discuss the importance of destigmatizing abortion, how to have productive conversations about it, and the political landscape around reproductive rights (SPOILER ALERT: abortion is a bipartisan issue!). They also touch on the media's role in abortion conversations, how to show up for your friends, and practice abortion positivity. Finally, Sophie shares where to get the best bolognese/meatballs in New York City (because duality, honey!). 

• Learn more about Abortion Positivity Project: https://www.abortionpositivity.com/
• Follow Abortion Positivity Project on Instagram: @AbortionPositivity
• Where to get the best meatball in NYC: Rubi Rosa, https://www.rubirosanyc.com/
• Where to get the best bolognese in NYC: Arthur & Sons: https://arthurandsonsnyc.com/
• Abortion Positive Books & TV Shows: You're the Worst, Girls, Evenings & Weekends, The Rachel Incident

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Hannah talks Southern Charm Finale, Bachelor in Paradise, her psychotic spiral in a recent fight with bae, AND that steamy new Calvin Klein ad. Then of course, she recaps the most recent episode of The Hills: New Beginnings! Listen, subscribe, review, rate five stars, and make sure to check out Patreon.com/browneyedjewnicorn for bonus content!

Hannah casually sh*ts herself and fangirls over Euphoria (WE DON'T DESERVE HUNTER SCHAFER), gives her takes on the Caelynn/Blake/Kristina/whoever the f*** else love hexagon on Bachelor In Paradise, and recaps the Thanksgiving spectacular that was this week's episode of The Hills: New Beginnings. Listen, rate, review, subscribe, and make sure to head to Patreon.com/browneyedjewnicorn for bonus content!

This week, Hannah is joined by hilarious comedian and host of the hit podcast "What's Your Jersey?" Jaclyn Marfuggi to recap episode 6 of The Hills: New Beginnings! A couple glasses of wine in, the gals giggle over Steph's recent run-in with arch nemesis Kelly Cutrone, Mischa's acting renaissance, why the cast of The Jersey Shore could teach the cast of The Hills a thing or two and much much more! Listen now, don't forget to rate, review and subscribe, AND check out Jaclyn's podcast "What's Your Jersey?"!