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Bring Back Crossover Episodes27 May 202500:47:07

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Picture this: the year is 2006, and Disney's three-episode crossover series 'That's So Suite Life of Hannah Montana' is releasing its first episode at 8/7 central, and you're SAT, ready to witness a piece of history.

James and I take to the podcast to nerd out over iconic crossover episodes, spiral over the sensation of an itch, and pick apart some truly cursed celebrity endorsements.

P.S. This marks the end of season 9, we’ll return in August! Until then, join us on Substack for monthly bonus episodes to tide you over. ;)

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We’re All Afraid Our Kids Will Be Losers20 May 202500:56:33

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We're all secretly afraid that our kids will be losers, and listen, I'm here to tell you that if that happened to me? I wouldn't talk to him either!

James and I jump on the podcast to toast to bar games (think pool, darts, shuffleboard, yktv!!!), lament the fact that our thousand-dollar pocket computers require protective gear just to survive, and side-eye parents who let their kids wear AirPods during family time.

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Leaving It All on the Field18 Mar 202501:22:33

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Picture this: The year is 2025 and you're making the active choice to jump back on the reading train after it dawns on you that you've forgotten how to do anything besides watch TV. Sound familiar? If so, you're safe here!

Grace and I take to the podcast to celebrate Chelsea Handler's new book, I'll Have What She's Having, recoil at the thought of receiving an out-of-pocket text (examples included), and pay homage to all of the grown men who have ugly cried to the national anthem ahead of the Big Game™️. 

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Computer Games Raised Us07 Jun 202202:03:09

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Did you grow up playing computer games?  Did you base your friendships on whoever had the best internet connection? Did your parents take money out of your allowance so that you could be a member of both Club Penguin and RuneScape? Well, you're in luck, because Annie and I can very much relate! Tune in to this week's pod to listen to us reminisce on our early friendship, divulge our elementary school crushes, and dive into our neighborhood shenanigans!

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The Crushing Weight of Existing Online31 May 202200:31:26

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For someone who works in social media, I admittedly have absolutely no idea how to be online. I can’t remember how to Instagram, I still don’t know how to Tiktok, I’m on BeReal for some reason, and I’ve recently developed social media anxiety? Cute and hot! James and I take to the pod to discuss the crushing reality of existing online whilst trying to promote our various projects, the irony of online critics (haters make us famous!), and more—join in!

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Sitting Next to Someone at the Airport is Brave24 May 202200:44:56

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Something that nobody’s talking about is that it’s actually really brave to sit next to someone at the airport. Personally, I would never be caught dead doing something like that, but to each their own! Desperate for more airport etiquette by yours truly? You’re in luck! I just got back from a work trip and I saved all of the juicy details just for you, tune in!

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You Literally Can’t Go Home If It’s the Weekend17 May 202200:46:37

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Did you know that during the weekend you’re supposed to spend as little time at home as humanly possible? That’s right, Saturday and Sunday are for leaving the house and never returning. You literally can’t go home until Monday, if you do you’ll probably light on fire! Anyway, here’s what’s been keeping us busy on the weekends when we leave the house. 

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Life? She’s Messy!10 May 202200:38:27

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Most of the time you plan your little events and your trips and your dinners with friends and life is good, other times you have a quick menty-b and dissociate at work while looking at memes about having your rights stripped away, it’s called BALANCE. Ironically, the week that I return from my unplanned podcasting hiatus just so happens to be National Mental Health Awareness Week, perhaps a sick joke? But in all seriousness, let this little ep be a reminder to take care of yourselves because, life? She’s messy—okay? Lysm! xx

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PROTECT ACCESS TO SAFE, LEGAL ABORTION & REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS
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Water Is Not a Beverage12 Apr 202200:34:26

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The #1 rule that I live by is this: If you consume three or more specialty beverages within a short period of time, that automatically means you’re having a good day. And just so we’re crystal clear, water is not a beverage. We’re not here for hydration, we’re just here to sip our little drinks and be merry. It’s simple really. What else are we drinking? We’re drinking the Shonda Rhimes Koolaid, honey! Confused? So are we! Oh, by the way, we’re moving to Chicago! xx

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BRIDGERTON: OFFICIAL PLAYLIST
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Just a Couple of Gals Doing Local Things05 Apr 202200:53:26

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Hobbies are exhausting. I know because I have one, it’s this podcast, and I’m literally tired all the time. Now just imagine having enough hobbies to own and operate 17 [seventeen] different Instagram accounts. This week on the pod, I’m joined by my internet acquaintance turned real-life friend Sigra to chat about all of her various avocations which range from bands to bugs. She’s 10x more interesting than I’ll ever be, so trust me—you won’t want to miss this one besties!

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Meet Me at the Impound Lot29 Mar 202200:40:55

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We’re back after an unexpected hiatus, so it’s time to ask the question—did you miss me? Because boy, did I miss you! Let me start by apologizing for my unplanned absence, last week was truly a week from ~hell~ and I simply needed to take a beat. The good news being that my streak of terrible luck left me with plenty of fuel for the pod. Ready to catch up on everything you missed? Well, buckle on up, because this is a story all about how I wound up at the impound lot with a woman who may or may not have had head lice. Let’s ride!

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She’s Not a Regular Art Teacher, She’s a Cool Art Teacher15 Mar 202201:07:54

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Girls who had their friend's parents blocked on Twitter in high school (*cough, cough*) now have severe social media anxiety. Can you imagine growing up with social media today? It was one thing to stress over which song you were going to select for your Myspace profile, but being 16 and feeling the pressure to be hot on mainPass! This week on the pod I’m joined by none other than my bestie for the restie, the hottest art teacher in Minneapolis, miss Maddie, to chat about teaching in the time of COVID, the trials and tribulations of being a youth in today’s online world, and more! You know the drill, join us if you dare.

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A Bout of Seasonal Depression or Whatever08 Mar 202200:34:55

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Gorgeous, gorgeous girls suffer from seasonal depression! I don’t know about you, but this gal is desperate for some vitamin D. Winter sucks for a myriad of reasons, but first and foremost the fashion is absolutely atrocious. Practical footwear? Parkas? If I have to even so much as look at my winter coat again, I’ll scream. Then there’s the snow, the cold temps, the dry skin—anyway, we’ll just be here bitching about it until spring. You know the drill, join in!

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Seafood Boil Mukbang04 Mar 202501:04:16

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Have you ever been out to eat when your waiter suddenly goes missing, only to reappear on stage, mic in hand, bringing down the house? It's like, sure you wanted another martini, but ultimately you're happy they're having their moment!

Owen and I take to the podcast to celebrate servers with secret talents, protest loud speakers in public places, and cringe at the mukbang of it all (no offense!)

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Stay at Home Dad22 Feb 202200:55:23

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Is this a retirement announcement? That’s yet to be determined, however, my dad did turn in his notice at the company he’s been employed at for the last 17 years, so hey, that’s something! In this week’s episode, we take to the pod to bitch about work, running (or the lack thereof), winter, remodeling, and the works. Join us!

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Be My Valentine15 Feb 202200:26:20

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In this week’s episode, we dare to ask the question—Valentine’s Day, sweet or tacky? Perhaps both! Join us in a conversation about love, rom-coms, proposals, PDA, overpriced menus, heart-shaped pizzas, and more!

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Um, We Don’t Get It08 Feb 202200:58:34

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Guess who’s back on the pod and ready to bond over all of the things we don’t understand—my bestie Claire, obviously! Bitcoin? What’s that! NFTs? Not computing! Dust? How in the hell did that get there! Space? Not a chance! Child stars? Who allowed it! Join in!

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The Apple Doesn’t Fall Far from the Tree01 Feb 202201:10:11

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I have a *very* special guest joining me for today’s episode. She’s an incredibly talented artist, a total grump ass, and she’s my very best friend—my sweet, sweet Mama! Join us for a lovely little conversation about motherhood, math, creativity, and more!

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Should We Move to Chicago?25 Jan 202200:39:07

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In today’s episode, James and I dare to ask the question—should we move to Chicago? Join us, as we take you through our entire pros and cons list, bitch about our current apartment’s heating system, and hypothesize about the overly grandiose lives we could lead in The Wind City. Will moving two and half hours away fix all of our problems, you ask? Only time will tell, xoxo. 

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The Year of Like, Realizing Things18 Jan 202200:43:07

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Happy New Year to my Pessimistic Pattys and my Pessimistic Pattys only! Remember when Kylie Jenner famously claimed that 2016 was the year of “realizing things?” Well, joke’s on her because the year is now 2022 and I just realized how terrible I am at spending time alone, which brings me to our season 3 kick-off epi! Join us, as we recap everything you missed during our holiday hiatus, dive into our intentions for 2022, and more! So good to be back, xx

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And Just Like That...30 Nov 202101:12:32

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Season two has officially come to a close and Adam’s final days in Madison are upon us! Since Adam has finally decided to jump ship and leave my ass in the dust, it seemed only appropriate that we close out the season on his move-out day with a little send-off smoke-sesh (yep, we mean weed! Flower! Bud! Green!) epi for the fans. Join us as we reminisce on the year Adam and I lived together during my brief stint as a pothead, our worst experiences with edibles, and more. Oh, and did I mention that we taste test the infamous Popeyes chicken sandwich? Because obviously! Anyway, if you’re reading this, remember to text Adam to make sure he’s out of his apartment by Tuesday at noon, k thanks bye!

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Health Insurance Is Always Good23 Nov 202100:48:31

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Listen, it’s hard to be twenty-five. This week on the podcast my wonderful friend Abby and I gripe about the trials and tribulations of being a twenty-something desperately searching for a job that provides health insurance and cool roommates to split the rent with. I mean seriously, all we’re asking for is a raise and a few friends, is that really so much to ask?

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An Entire Year of Complaining On-Air16 Nov 202100:34:17

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Can you believe it? I’ve been complaining at you guys for an entire year! And what a wonderful year it’s been. We’ve laughed, we’ve cried, we’ve gossiped, we’ve quit old jobs, we’ve started new ones, hey—we’ve even contracted Coronavirus, and we’ve managed to bitch about something or someone every step of the way. Cheers to the next year and may we never run out of things to complain about! xx

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Art Actually Isn’t Dead09 Nov 202100:55:58

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Something that sucks about being a “creative” is that, on occasion, you find yourself in a job that actually stifles your creativity—ironic, isn’t it? But hey, that’s capitalism, baby! The good news is, that hasn’t stopped my friend Jacob, not even a little bit. He’s one of the most talented photographers and artists I know, and if you try to tell me otherwise I WILL report you! Anyway, join us for a conversation about art, sleep schedules, our preferred vices, and more—only if you dare!

P.S. Jacob has a really neat project he’s working on and he needs our help. He’s working to raise money to launch Black Point Studios, a multi-faceted workspace geared towards the creative community.

“Opening Black Point Studios is more to me than an artist workplace. It's a space where artists can come to feel comfortable, and at home with their ideas. Every two months the studio will select four in-house residents from the Black & Brown community.”

Help him reach his goal by THIS FRIDAY 11/12, and if you contribute $100+, you’ll even receive a limited edition print of your choice from a resident artist. Link to donate is in our show notes!

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Gleek Hive Rise Up25 Feb 202501:11:51

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Were you normal, or were you spending your iTunes gift cards on Glee covers? Don't worry, you're amongst friends! 

Donnie and I take to the podcast to celebrate authenticity, stress over our favorite strategy-based reality TV game shows, and complain about men, naturally! Btw, did we ever figure out if Lea Michelle could read? Lmk, seriously.

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So, We’re Thinking About Getting a Roomba02 Nov 202100:42:20

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So, we have news, we’re thinking about getting a Roomba. I know, this is a big step, but I assure you—we’ve thought long and hard about this. You see, after conducting an extensive amount of research, we’ve come to the conclusion that simply can’t carry on living this miserable, Roomba-less life any longer. We’re adults, and adults have Roombas. It’s as simple as that.

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Two Rotisserie Chickens, Please26 Oct 202100:40:53

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Note to self, if you’re purchasing a rotisserie chicken (or two), don’t use the self-checkout. Happy almost November! Here we are, in the throes of cold and flu season—I’m sick, you’re sick and we’re all just sipping our tea, slurping our soup, and hoping for the fucking best. But on the bright side, the Holidays are just around the corner and we don’t know about you, but we’re excited! So, grab a drumstick and join us as we tease our Halloween costumes, discuss the politics surrounding Thanksgiving, and more!

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Nothing like a Little Hangxiety on a Sunday19 Oct 202100:37:28

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Truly nothing like a persistent 24-hour hangover to set the tone for some extremely terrifying Sunday scaries—am I right, ladies? James and I went out for the Badger game last weekend and I managed to drink a little too much on a relatively empty stomach and well, you know what they say, you reap what you sow. Anyway, come and work through your mid-week depression with us as we prepare to do it all over again next weekend, hooray!

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Was It Life-Changing?12 Oct 202101:22:58

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If you're wondering whose podcast this even is at this point, you're not alone! My friend Joe takes the reins on this week's episode per absolutely no one's request, but hey, at least he's interesting. We chat about his time in China, the grudge he's been holding since we previously roasted him on the pod for his poor travel planning tendencies, and his weird obsession with my dad.

P.S. If you listen all the way to the end you’ll find out which Enneagram he is. Of course, it goes without saying that what you decide to do with that information is up to you. 

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Early Bird Gets the Worm, or Whatever05 Oct 202101:13:18

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Davis’ first alarm goes off at 4:45 every morning but he doesn’t drink coffee—like, comment, and subscribe if you think that seems sus! On this week’s epi, Davis and I discuss our morning routines, argue over bottled water rankings, and share in our absolute love for movin’ and groovin’ on the dance floor.

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Flannel for Fall? Groundbreaking28 Sep 202100:44:34

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James and I just got back from the Apostle Islands where the only coffee shop in town was closed, everyone was wearing flannel, and all of the restaurants were closed by 7pm. Don’t get me wrong, we had a sweet little time, but we also wound up leaving ~early~ because we literally ran out of activities. What can I say, I’m a city girl at heart—sue me!

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Phone, Keys, Wallet14 Sep 202100:36:09

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Are you a responsible adult or do you lose at least one of your most important belongings every time to leave the house? If you’re anything like me, you’re so used to things going missing that you assume they’re lost before you even look. And you know what? Most of the time, you’re fucking right! But every once in a while you cancel a debit card and order a new one, only to find that you just put it back in the wrong pocket of your wallet. C'est la vie!

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Just the Two of Us07 Sep 202100:51:16

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So, here’s the thing, Adam and I are running out of friends. We’ve both lived in Madison for basically our entire lives, we both grew up on the west side, we both graduated from UW, and slowly but surely all of our mutual friends have up and moved away, leaving us in the fucking dust. Are we bitter? Obviously not, but like our new “608” group chat is just our two-person text thread, so do with that information what you will. Anyway, we’re on a mission to make a new friend this year. Got any solid candidates to send our way? All applications can be sent to samantha@samanthageorgson.com, thanks sm!

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Taking Pics at the Apple Store31 Aug 202101:00:33

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Would you guys believe me if I told you Josie paid a visit to the KK post-pandemic before me? Honestly me neither—but it’s true folks—just her and one hundred and twenty of her nearest and dearest! So glad I wasn’t waiting in that line and, more importantly, so glad I got to see my mountain girl! In this episode, we bitch about living in outdoorsy cities in the summertime, reminisce on middle school mems and our countless Facebook albums filled with Apple Store pics, and thank god we didn’t have TikTok back in our heyday, imagine the receipts!

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Venice, Vegas, or the Wisconsin Dells?23 Aug 202100:44:27

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You know what they say—what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas—and for good reason. Have you made the trip out to Sin City? Well, let me spare you because it’s honestly just an expensive version of the Wisconsin Dells. Everything’s neon, everyone’s sunburnt and walking around in flip flops and, for some reason, Bruno Mars can be heard everywhere you go.

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Breakfast Is Thrust Upon You18 Feb 202501:31:28

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Brunch is something you plan in advance. It's an event you prepare for. Heck, you might even put on a cute outfit! Breakfast, on the other hand, is thrust upon you (whether you like it or not!)

Luke and I take to the podcast to rejoice in the pleasure of breakfast with your friends, complain about the reality of women's healthcare, and clap back at people who pick on picky eaters.

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She's BIG Busy17 Aug 202100:55:04

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Why do we glamorize being busy? Like seriously, when did we decide being busy was cute? Today on the podcast Sophia and I chat about how much we loathe (but also kind of love?) being busy. Here we are, so desperately wishing to be those girls who wake up with enough time for a cup of coffee (or two!) before our morning workout class that we somehow manage to squeeze in before starting our day. We want to have packed schedules and full social calendars, or at least we think we do. But the truth is, being busy is overrated and overwhelming, so like, let's relax maybe? Idk

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We’ve Got the Runs10 Aug 202100:41:26

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We’re runners, but do we actually enjoy running? That’s a loaded question. And yet here we are, signing our lives away to Hal Higdon himself with plans to run 26.2 for the second time this November. So, in honor of signing up for our next race, this week on the podcast Kayla and I chat about one of our favorite (and somehow simultaneously least favorite) pass-times. We swap horror stories, bitch about our current training program, and fawn over our favorite runner-friendly social media app, Strava. Lace up your trainers and get to listening! Bonus points if you tune in to this epi during your morning jog.

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Did you miss me? Be Honest!03 Aug 202100:29:46

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Even if you didn’t miss *me*, you did miss out on watching the Bucks win in overtime at Silk Exotic, dinner at SUR without a single Lisa Vanderpump sighting, turning twenty-five on the Tipsy Cow dance floor, and spending lots of time with the a-dults—let's recap shall we?

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Sayonara, Suckers!22 Jun 202100:36:36

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It’s almost July and you know what that means—it’s time to check in on our 2021 intentions! I have to be honest, this epi was a little bit of a gut check because I quite literally haven’t been living up to, well, ANY of my intentions. But you know what? That’s why we check in halfway through the year—to feel sorry for ourselves and then to get serious with it, okay? So here goes!

Oh, and P.S. This is also the end of season one! Are you sad? I’m sad! But I guess there’s really no reason to be sad because there’s gonna be a season two, hooray! Anyway, you probably deserve a vacation, I most certainly do, so let’s get to it! See you in August love bugs!

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No Flights, Lots of Feelings15 Jun 202101:04:53

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Did we recently record an episode on the many downsides to traveling? Yes! Are we going to take it one step further and record another all about the absolute worst place on earth—the airport? You bet your ass we are! As you may have guessed, I just got back from an incredibly sweet little vacay and let me just tell you, everything that could’ve possibly gone wrong with my flights, did! How sweet is that? Give this epi a listen and you just might find out!

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Booked and Busy08 Jun 202100:36:35

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Thirty episodes in and we’re feelin’ fine! This week on the podcast James and I recap his v special birthday weekend, bitch about being too busy all of the damn time and brag about our cutie pie apartment to anyone who will listen, join in!

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H.A.G.S.01 Jun 202100:38:17

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Summer is overrated. It was cool when we were kids because it meant three months of absolute freedom, but now? Now summer just means feeling way worse about not being able to spend time outdoors because you’re stuck inside for eight (plus!) hours a day doing something tacky like answering emails. Don’t get me wrong, I like summer just fine, but imo, people give this hot, sweaty, sticky, bug-ridden time of year way too much credit. That being said, H.A.G.S.

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Planes, Trains & Automobiles25 May 202100:51:27

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When applied to the act of traveling, the phrase, ‘it’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey,’ is actually so stupid. Traveling sucks. The entire process is a great big fat pain in the ass from start to finish and nothing, I mean NOTHING ever goes according to plan. 

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Quarter Life Crisis Coming in Hot18 May 202101:00:40

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Guess who’s turning 25 next week? My best friend Zoe is! That’s right folks, go and wish my sweet, sweet bug a happy mother fucking 25th birthday, or else! Rumor has it turning 25 is hard. I wouldn’t know, but I will in exactly two months from now, luckily for me, Zoe’s going first. The thing is, we’re already in the midst of our quarter life crises, and on top of what is already a challenging time in our lives, we’re living through a fucking pandemic which is rude. But you know what? We’re gonna turn 25, we’re gonna do it with style, and we’re gonna like it, god damnit.

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Ok, But Like Why Do Bugs Exist11 May 202100:56:03

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I really don’t like bugs. I’m terrified of spiders, I hate mosquitos, I’m afraid of bees, and above all else, I’m absolutely REPULSED by ticks. I literally can’t think of anything worse—and boy do I have a story for you.

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Death of the Mainstream11 Feb 202501:03:49

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Everyone can be someone and anything can be cool — and isn't that beautiful? Sure, there will always be pop stars with seismic fanbases like Taylor Swift and Beyoncé, but the "mainstream" is over, you heard it here first!

James and I take to the podcast to dive into the death of the mainstream, protest our apparent collective dedication to ignoring the human desire to hibernate, and shame TV and movie franchises that refuse to let a good thing go.

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When Life Gives You Lemons, Apply For Grad School04 May 202100:54:03

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Last time we recorded, Elisia was still trying to figure out her next move after Miss Rona cut her Peace Corps experience short, but my girl is turning lemons into lemonade and moving down to Austin, Texas for grad school and let me tell you, I can’t wait to establish a semi-permanent residence down south with all of my Texas girlies—yeehaw!

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Til Death Do Us Part27 Apr 202100:52:24

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If the pandemic was good for anything, it was encouraging, nay, enforcing a pause. Today I have my amazing friend Victoria on the podcast to chat about the non-stop grind that is life in the service industry and even crazier reality of working in a salon in the midst of a pandemic. When you work with people, especially when you work behind the chair, you can’t exactly afford to have a bad attitude while on the clock. Instead, you develop a sort of pseudo persona, one that you can quite literally turn on or off with the flip of a switch. Being “on” all of the time is already mentally and emotionally taxing, then you throw a fucking pandemic into the mix and it becomes a lot harder to put on those happy pants.  You know who doesn’t require those happy pants? The dead!

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Are We Adults Yet?20 Apr 202101:06:05

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Ok, we get it, we're almost twenty-five and we still don't know how to do our taxes or get our oil changed, so what? Adulting is actually super messed up when you really think about it, and we prefer to believe that the fact that we don't know how to balance a checkbook or schedule our own appointments is really just a testament to our youth. We're working on it ok? We have big girl jobs, we've been flossing more, and honestly? We're just doing our fucking best. What more do you want from us!!!

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