FT. OUR FRIENDS - EPISODE 1 Welcome to our new series, Ft. Our Friends, where we bring you the conversations that we have IRL, with the people who we spend our time with. In episode one, we're joined by Maddie's friends, Tatiana Bjork Franco and Jonathan Heit, to discuss why it's hard to make genuine connections in LA, relationship red flags, growing up in the entertainment industry and more. You can find Tatiana and Jonathan on Instagram @tatianabjorkfranco, @eatsbycreature and @jonathanheit. L...
Oct 07, 2022•57 min
Kylie Vonnahme is a fashion model, co-host of The Not So Simple Life Podcast and founder of Undo The Booze. On this episode, we discuss Kylie's entrance into the modeling industry, how she maintains a healthy mindset in the face of rejection, routines for physical and mental wellbeing and more. We also dive into the concept of balance (does it really exist?) and chat about how Kylie has pursued multiple career paths at a young age. You can use code CALLYOURFRIENDS for 10% off your order at www.u...
Oct 03, 2022•37 min
Let's talk about regret... We discuss regret (what it is, why it is experienced, if it is avoidable), the idea of human potential and more. Finally, we read and dissect some of our listener's biggest regrets, as well as share our own.
Sep 23, 2022•44 min
Welcome to the Call Your Friends advice column - episode one. In this episode, we discuss the right age to start dating, what to do if you didn't get into university, how to deal with copycats and more.
Sep 17, 2022•34 min
Recording live from our new studio! We've had some realizations about confidence, identity and self-love, and today, we're sharing them with you. Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callyourfriendspodcast/
Sep 09, 2022•38 min
This week, we're diving into what's in and what's out. We discuss our thoughts on non-dairy milk, cargo pants, curated Instagram feeds and being real on the Internet.
Sep 04, 2022•42 min
We went to Amangiri and came back different. Our friend Pia Mance joins us on the podcast this week to recap Maddie's annual birthday trip to the desert. You can find Heaven Mayhem at heavenmayhem.com and Pia on Instagram here.
Aug 28, 2022•43 min
It's August 20... aka Maddie's 26th birthday. In this episode, she shares the wisdom she acquired in her 25th year and discusses some of the life lessons that she wish she knew at age 16.
Aug 21, 2022•50 min
This week, we're joined by Ella Rose McFadin. Ella is an influencer, food blogger (check out The Art of Foods for all the NYC recs), owner of beauty brand Skin by Ella Rose, and overall cool girl. In the midst of the pandemic, Ella left her coprorate job at Gucci to pursue social media full time. In this episode, she discusses just exactly how she did this, shares tips for creating amazing content and explains how she's managed to build a highly engaged, loyal community online. Keep up with Ella...
Aug 12, 2022•40 min
We're back in New York City and spoiler alert... Lauren likes it here now. In this episode, we discuss what we've been up to in NYC over the past few days, share some tips for packing and itinerary planning, discuss college dorm essentials and how we define our aesthetics and more.
Aug 05, 2022•50 min
Summer is flying by, and if you're anything like us, you didn't realize that we're nearing August. But don't fret. This week, we're here with some "rules for summer" to help you make the most of the next few weeks of summertime bliss. Also, stay tuned for our Instagram relaunch very soon @callyourfriendspodcast.
Jul 29, 2022•38 min
Jaci Marie Smith makes her second appearance on the podcast this week and is here to discuss what she's been up to since we last chatted. Jaci dives into the reason behind her Instagram break (and what she learned about herself in the meantime), the fact that Kendall Jenner's copying her, rediscovering confidence and inspiration, how she built her TikTok audience, and much more. You can find Jaci on TikTok @jacimariesmith and Instagram @jacimariesmith. To listen to our first epsiode with Jaci &a...
Jul 22, 2022•45 min
Kennedy Crichlow and Mary Ralph Lawson are best friends and co-founders of LA based lifestyle brand, Daily Drills. The pair launched Daily Drills in 2020, in the midst of the pandemic, and have since scaled the business across a variety of categories including loungewear, swim, activewear and resort. Kennedy and Ralph virtually join Call Your Friends to discuss navigating career paths, how they manage to separate business and friendship, the importance of celebrating success and more. http://sho...
Jul 15, 2022•35 min
Navigating friendships is never easy, especially when you don't live in the same country as your bffs. Ashleigh and Jane have been two of Lauren's very best friends since pre-school. This week, they join her on the podcast to chat about the keys to the success of their lifelong, long distance friendship.
Jul 08, 2022•31 min
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Jul 03, 2022•40 min
This week, we're diving into your voicemails. We chat about social anxiety, Canada Day plans, our favorite music, summer travel plans and more. Leave us a voicemail at 213-539-5966 or a DM @callyourfriendspodcast for a chance to be featured on an upcoming episode.
Jun 27, 2022•27 min
This week, we're diving into all of the questions and concerns that we recieved on Instagram (@callyourfriendspodcast). We'll continue next week with listener call ins and voicemails, so make sure you give us a ring at 213-539-5966 to take part. Talk to you later!
Jun 19, 2022•42 min
You heard it here first - summer 2022 is the summer of "yes". Here's a guide to follow to ensure it's the best one yet. We share a list of activities you can do with your frends and discuss our plans, dreams, goals etc. Leave us a voicemail at 213-539-5966 or DM us @callyourfriendspodcast if you have questions or want more episodes like this in the future.
Jun 10, 2022•44 min
Emma Chamberlain recently released a three part series on her podcast, Anything Goes, documenting her thoughts on today's culture and an impending shift on the way we experience it. In her episodes, Emma covers social media, mainstream celebrities and trends. Today, we're diving into the conversation, sharing our thoughts, and discussing whether or not we think that she's on to something with this. Leave us your thoughts on this topic! Call us at 213-539-5966 and leave a vboicemail or DM us on I...
Jun 04, 2022•40 min
What it's really like (spoiler alert - not what you see on TikTok). Call us at 213-539-5966 and leave your thoughts on this week's epsidode.
May 27, 2022•36 min
We're back and addressing your assumptions about us (again)... enjoy!
May 20, 2022•31 min
A discussion on navigating friend dynamics in high school and beyond... Call and leave us a voicemail with your thoughts and questions. We will answer them on next week's episode! 213-539-5966.
May 13, 2022•32 min
Hi, we're back for part two! In this episode, we cover roommate dynamics, what to pack for your first day of college, balancing partying and socializing with actually doing your homework, the infamous "freshman 15", choosing classes and much more. Lauren also shares a special announcement about her college plans. Call us and leave your college questions on our voicemail line. 213-539-5966. Talk to you next Friday.
May 06, 2022•26 min
As Lauren nears her high school graduation, let's chat about university. In this episode, we discuss discipline, maturity and indepdence (aka how to actually make it to class), what Lauren learned through the university application process, how to decide which school is the best fit for you, and so much more. To be continued next week.
Apr 29, 2022•33 min
Maddie went to Coachella, and is here to share what it's really like. With special guest @piamance.
Apr 23, 2022•28 min
Intention = purpose, but what does that really mean? Give us a call at 213-539-5966 and let us know you thoughts on living intentionally and how you integrate this concept into your life.
Apr 15, 2022•39 min
We all live in a digital world, but does social media do more harm than good? Come back next Friday for part two and to hear listener voicemails on this topic. You can always call and leave us a voicemail at 213-539-5966. Talk soon!
Apr 10, 2022•37 min
Darian Orlando is here to answer all of our questions. Plus, we discuss (argue) about the importance of hobbies.
Apr 02, 2022•32 min
We went to Hawaii, Lauren got some university acceptances (and made it on a few wait lists too), we found out that Kylie Jenner's renaming her baby, and much, much more.
Mar 27, 2022•43 min
Reporting live from our family trip to Hawaii! To be continued next Friday. Follow along on Instagram @callyourfriendspodcast, @laurenorlando88, @maddieorlando and on TikTok for more vacation content.
Mar 19, 2022•24 min