emma prefers to share her thoughts with a microphone rather than a physical human being, so thank god she has a podcast. recorded from the comfort of her bed...and some other fun places, emma talks at length about whatever is on her mind every week. anything really does go on this podcast. sometimes philosophy, sometimes a random story from 10 years ago, sometimes advice, sometimes fun interviews, and sometimes nothing at all. you never know what you are going to get, but that’s what keeps it interesting. new episodes every thursday, video available on spotify.
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Emma Chamberlain reveals her decision to take an indefinite break from her podcast, "anything goes," citing a deep-seated need for growth, restructuring, and creative evolution. She explains that this move, though bittersweet, stems from a desire to create more diverse content, especially visual media, and to operate without a rigid schedule after years of consistent podcasting. Emma reassures listeners that this is a positive, proactive step aimed at enhancing her overall output and will ultimately lead to more engaging entertainment in the future.
In this advice session, Emma Chamberlain tackles the less-fun aspects of friendship: breakups and boundaries. She offers guidance on how to end draining friendships, emphasizing the importance of communication or, in some cases, a gentle fizzle. Emma also discusses the anxiety surrounding vulnerable information shared in past friendships and provides strategies for coping with such fears, including accepting worst-case scenarios. The episode concludes with practical tips for setting personal boundaries for alone time and navigating awkward professional encounters with former close friends.
[video available on spotify] i'm definitely in a stage of limbo in my life right now that is undeniably deeply uncomfortable. i feel like i'm growing right now, and it's one thing to be growing on a micro scale, like in one area of your life, but it's another thing to be growing in multiple areas of your life at once. and that's what i'm gonna be talking about today. Save Your Way, exclusively at Hotels.com . Learn more about Venmo Stash, visit http://www.venmo.com/stash-rewards. Learn more abou...
[video available on spotify] i was on youtube a couple weeks ago looking up modern dating advice, and a buzzword that kept coming up was detachment. at first i kind of ignored it because i was like, that's obviously toxic, just based on my vague knowledge of what it means to be detached. but then i played a video about detachment in love, and to be honest, it has been incredibly helpful to me. so that's what we're gonna dig into today. Save Your Way, exclusively at Hotels.com. eBay is the place ...
[video available on spotify] you always hear people say "don't quit! persevere! the only way you fail is if you quit!" and you never hear people say "it's okay to quit. sometimes quitting is a necessary step on the path to accomplishing your ultimate goals." so in today's episode, i thought we could dissect the complicated dilemma of when to quit. when is quitting the move, and when is it the move to persevere? Save Your Way, exclusively at Hotels.com. Visit www.squarespace.com/EMMA to save 10% ...
[video available on spotify] welcome back to advice session, a series here on anything goes where you send in your current dilemmas, or anything you want advice on, and i give you my unprofessional advice. today's topic is finding comfort in yourself. Drivers wanted. Learn more at vw.com. eBay is the place for pre-loved and vintage fashion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
[video available on spotify] let me set the scene for you: it was 9am and i was on my morning walk. everything was going fine until i had a bizarre encounter with a neighbor, and this got me thinking about some of the other weird things that have happened to me on my walks around the neighborhood. so today i’m going to share those strange stories and a few others with you. Drivers wanted. Learn more at vw.com Visit heytoogoodandco.com to shop now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc...
[video available on spotify] as many of you probably already know, i'm single for the first time in a long time. rather than rushing into my next relationship, this time around i’m committed to learning. there are a lot of great resources out there on dating and romantic relationships, but there are also a lot of people on the internet who don’t know what they’re talking about. today we’re going to go through some of the toxic dating advice that i've found online. Drivers wanted. Learn more at v...
Emma shares her current obsessions, revealing a shift towards a more mindful lifestyle, including a quiet morning routine focused on journaling and silent walks, and finding peace in evening activities like grocery shopping and reading. She also details her love for unexpected items and activities, from a competitive charades game and subtle nail art to fashionably styling hoodies and her latest unique food fixations like the apple peanut butter yogurt snack, golden kiwis, and sesame everything.
Emma Chamberlain delves into her inherent difficulty with resting, attributing it to a combination of personal traits like anxiety, perfectionism, control-freak tendencies, and imposter syndrome, exacerbated by pervasive hustle culture. She recounts a recent holiday break intended for rest that ended in deeper exhaustion and guilt from "brain rotting" on social media. This ultimately led to a critical breaking point, forcing her into a week of unplanned, true rest that profoundly shifted her perspective, teaching her the valuable lesson that sometimes one must "burn to bloom" to achieve genuine growth and self-care.
Emma Chamberlain offers advice on listener dilemmas, explaining that constant happiness is an illusion and that sadness is crucial for personal growth. She guides on identifying and resolving fundamental life issues causing perpetual sadness, and provides strategies for rekindling one's lost spark. The episode also encourages listeners to reframe transitional "limbo" periods as opportunities for self-discovery and making authentic life choices to cultivate joy.
[video available on Spotify] somebody recently told me that i feel like a grandmother stuck in a 24-year-old’s body, and this caused me to have an epiphany that my life is kind of boring. am i wasting my youth? today i thought we could investigate this restless feeling i'm having and maybe try to resolve it. Learn more about Venmo Stash, visit http://www.venmo.com/stash-rewards eBay is the place for pre-loved and vintage fashion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic...
[video available on Spotify] today i’m going to be sharing my 2026 fashion trend predictions. i almost didn’t make this episode because i'm not 100% sure where i stand on keeping up with trends, or whether trends will continue to exist at all in the future. but i don’t think they’re going anywhere right now, so without further ado, here’s my list of 2026 fashion trend predictions. Learn more about Venmo Stash, visit http://www.venmo.com/stash-rewards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...
[video available on spotify] happy new year everyone! how is it already 2026? time feels like it moves faster every year, but i don't want to talk about that because i'm not in the mood to have an existential crisis on camera. so instead, let’s discuss what i think is going to be in and what i think is going to be out in 2026. Learn more about Venmo Stash, visit http://www.venmo.com/stash-rewards . This episode is sponsored by State Farm®. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.® Learn more a...
[video available on spotify] i don’t know how i feel about new years resolutions. i do think there is value in taking time to reflect and manifest, but is making new years resolutions effective? today i’m going to look back at my past resolutions to see what worked and what didn’t. Learn more about Venmo Stash, visit http://www.venmo.com/stash-rewards Save Your WayTM from Hotels.com. Learn more at hotels.com/product/save-your-way/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi...
Emma Chamberlain dives into the growing cultural conversation about being offline, exploring why people are increasingly exhausted by social media, citing reasons like curated feeds, low engagement, mental health concerns, and the pressure to maintain an "online avatar." She dissects the trend of "digital minimalism," questioning whether practices like using flip phones are genuine necessities or merely performative status symbols. Emma also examines the impact of algorithms on individuality and the challenges of online dating, ultimately offering predictions for society's future relationship with the digital world.
[video available on spotify] welcome back to advice session, a series here on anything goes where you send in your current dilemmas, or anything you want advice on, and i give you my unprofessional advice. today's topic is friendship - specifically, situations where it’s unclear if you’re in the wrong. Learn more about Venmo Stash, visit http://www.venmo.com/stash-rewards Save Your WayTM from Hotels.com. Learn more at hotels.com/product/save-your-way/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...
[video available on spotify] i have a little crush right now. and while this crush is really not that serious, it was a wake-up call to realize i can’t even make eye contact with this guy. i want to get comfortable with talking to boys. so today, we're gonna test my baseline flirting ability, and learn how to flirt. Learn more about Venmo Stash, visit http://www.venmo.com/stash-rewards This episode is sponsored by State Farm®. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.® Learn more about your ad ...
[video available on spotify] i'm struggling a little bit right now, but i had this idea to write everything down that i’m struggling with, and then write a quote, mantra, or reminder to help me deal with each of these challenges. so today i’m going to share all of the things i came up with in case you need to hear it too. Learn more about Venmo Stash, visit http://www.venmo.com/stash-rewards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
[video available on spotify] i've always thought of myself as an independent person. growing up an only child with working parents created a sense of independence that i've carried with me throughout my life. but recently i had an epiphany that has me questioning that. so today we're going to analyze my independence and hopefully figure out where i need to grow. Learn more about Venmo Stash, visit http://www.venmo.com/stash-rewards Save Your WayTM from Hotels.com. Learn more at hotels.com/produc...
[video available on spotify] welcome back to advice session, a series here on anything goes where you send in your current dilemmas, or anything you want advice on, and i give you my unprofessional advice. today's topic is one that we know and love, romantic relationships. Learn more about Venmo Stash, visit http://www.venmo.com/stash-rewards Shop my favorite pajamas at http://skims.com/anything Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
[video available on spotify] welcome to trendy or timeless, a series here on anything goes where we analyze various fashion trends and determine if they’re trendy or timeless. today we’re specifically focusing on the 80’s. Learn more about Venmo Stash, visit http://www.venmo.com/stash-rewards Uber One for Student Members save on Uber and Uber Eats. https://www.uber.com/us/en/uber-one/student/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
[video available on spotify] my opinions on astrology have kind of been all over the map my whole life and i don't really know how i feel about it, but i am definitely curious. so today i wanted to dig into astrology and see what i find. Save Your WayTM from Hotels.com. Learn more at hotels.com/product/save-your-way/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feeling stressed about gift-giving? Emma Chamberlain offers her extensive list of thoughtful and practical gift ideas designed to be genuinely loved and used by almost anyone. The episode covers a wide array of categories, including personalized accessories, kitchen essentials, comfort items, and unique hobby-related presents. Emma emphasizes choosing useful yet special gifts, providing creative suggestions for various recipients, including a final recommendation for those who truly have everything.
[video available on spotify] welcome back to advice session, a series here on anything goes where you send in your current dilemmas, or anything you want advice on, and i give you my unprofessional advice. today's topic is about work life and career paths. Save Your WayTM from Hotels.com . Learn more at hotels.com/product/save-your-way/ Watch Sidelined 2: Intercepted free on Tubi, Thanksgiving Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
[video available on spotify] i’m the type of person who’s constantly becoming obsessed with things. so today i’m going to be sharing with you a list of things that have been bringing me joy recently. Save Your WayTM from Hotels.com. Learn more at hotels.com/product/save-your-way/ Shop my favorite pajamas at http://skims.com/anything Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Navigating a breakup is incredibly painful, especially resisting the urge to contact an ex, which often reopens emotional wounds. Emma Chamberlain shares a range of actionable strategies, from connecting with friends and journaling to decluttering your space and engaging in self-care. The episode provides diverse methods to process emotions, stay present, and proactively focus on personal growth instead of succumbing to desperation.
[video available on spotify] i’m going through a breakup right now and it sucks. after past breakups, i always tried to find my next boyfriend as soon as possible, but this time is different. i'm not as afraid of being single anymore, so let's talk about it. Uber One for Student Members save on Uber and Uber Eats. https://www.uber.com/us/en/uber-one/student/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
[video available on spotify] welcome back to advice session, a series here on anything goes where you send in your current dilemmas, or anything you want advice on, and i give you my unprofessional advice. today's topic is becoming a better person. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
[video available on spotify] i've had something heavy on my mind for probably years now. as both a public figure and a consumer, i have experienced immense psychological pain as a result of being on the internet. and while it’s my job to post content on social media and the internet, as a consumer of the internet, i often feel like it causes more harm than good. and that can make me feel like a hypocrite. and i think this feeling of hypocrisy has led me to a lot of unforeseen challenges in this ...
