In this episode we are joined by interior design expert, rapidly growing YouTuber, and recent Gucci sales associate- Arvin Olano! This episode is such an exciting one since I'm personally a huge fan of Arvin and his content. We dive deep into his life, his past experiences, how he's grown and what he's learned, along with his passions. He tells us what working at Gucci for 6 years was like, how he's grown his confidence, learned how to be himself, developed his fashion sense as well as interior ...
Oct 15, 2020•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 50
I felt like we needed a life update after officially living together for a little over a month now! You guys know my boyfriend Max and I moved in together in our new apartment in PA and we've been loving it. Max joins us in this casual episode where we chit chat about what this change in our lives has been like, settling into our new home, neighbors, new routines, Brody, hockey, etc! Be sure to check out my YouTube channel http://bit.ly/33z6gnM (Gretchen Geraghty) my Instagram http://bit.ly/2VE0...
Oct 09, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 49
I discuss all my fav things! Meant purely to be helpful for you all- enjoy! BEAUTY babelash lash serum (cheaper at Walmart) https://bit.ly/36q7xCb foreo luna mini 3 https://go.magik.ly/ml/10zsc/ skinceuticals cream cleanser https://go.magik.ly/ml/10zsc/ purity cleanser https://go.magik.ly/ml/10zsf/ laneige lip mask https://go.magik.ly/ml/10zsg/ summer fridays lip balm https://go.magik.ly/ml/10yzi/ jet lag mask https://go.magik.ly/ml/10zsh/ sol de janiero bum bum cream https://go.magik.ly/ml/10zs...
Oct 02, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 48
Today I am joined by a friend of mine Andrea! She gives us insight on what it looks like to be an aspiring ally to marginalized communities and always be working on it. She also opens up with us and gets personal talking about times in her life where she felt spaces weren't so inclusive to the LGBTQ+ community and how to create inclusivity in your spaces, question your bias + ultimately take action to be better. links mentioned (+ some unmentioned) Genderbread Person: https://www.itspronouncedme...
Sep 24, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 47
Something different this week talking about finding and developing my unique style and taste! This was requested a while back and I liked how it pushed my out of my comfort zone to realize it's ok if I'm not just one style. Your style doesn't have to check a box, you can have many styles and dress different all the time. I talk about how it got a lot simpler when I realized it was ok to be girly, boho, edgy, trendy, etc. and I didn't have to be + dress like just one. I also talk about finding in...
Sep 18, 2020•56 min•Ep. 46
This episode is really for those of you listening who need to hear this. I wish could send this into the past to my 19 year old self who just broke up with her first boyfriend because I know it would have helped me a lot. I talk about breakups, my advice, and ultimately how you have to find yourself again. Advice on breakups is one of my most asked questions so I knew it needed it's own episode. I emphasize how you need to work on loving yourself, being the best version of yourself, and surround...
Sep 12, 2020•59 min•Ep. 45
This week I tell you guys all about my move to PA, why we’re here + what it’s been like so far! Just wanted to catch up and chat about this big change and new chapter in my life. I also admit some pretty funny/ embarrassing moving stories. It feels so good to catch up like we're facetiming together! Be sure to check out my YouTube channel http://bit.ly/33z6gnM (Gretchen Geraghty) my Instagram http://bit.ly/2VE0U7S (@gretchengeraghty) + podcast Instagram https://bit.ly/2Rt9VzA (@happyhrpodcast) F...
Sep 04, 2020•51 min•Ep. 44
We are finally joined by one of my close friends and social media icon Maggie MacDonald! We cover how we met + became close, how Maggie developed her daily structure and routine, how she implements manifestation in her life through journaling, and how she found herself after feeling lost. She also gets pretty personal with us and tells all about her boyfriend moving in, her puppy on the way, and where she sees herself in the future! Be sure to check out Maggie's YouTube channel https://bit.ly/31...
Aug 29, 2020•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 44
Just keeping it super real this week about what has been on my mind: missing college. I talk about moments and things I miss in my college experience so that you can cherish these moments in your life. I also speak to current college students regarding the difficult times of maybe not being able to have class in person, live on campus, see your friends etc. I highlight ways you can still feel connected to friends and feel like you're living your best life. What do you guys miss most right now? B...
Aug 21, 2020•50 min•Ep. 43
I've talked about motivation on this podcast before but wanted to dive in specifically about exercise and living a healthy lifestyle. I talk about what works for me to stay motivated to workout and prioritize a healthy lifestyle even when it isn't easy. Also about building exercise into your routine and making it a habit. Be sure to check out my YouTube channel http://bit.ly/33z6gnM (Gretchen Geraghty) my Instagram http://bit.ly/2VE0U7S (@gretchengeraghty) + podcast Instagram https://bit.ly/2Rt9...
Aug 13, 2020•43 min•Ep. 42
This is a topic I've wanted to cover for a while now since I caught myself doing it for so long. Whether you're comparing your body to how it has been in the past, or your situation, I urge you to stop. I made this mistake of living in the past and idolizing this version of myself that was no longer. It was exhausting, unhealthy + hindering me from living in and enjoying the moment. I explain how we should be working on our present and future self being the happiest, healthiest, strongest, etc. ...
Aug 07, 2020•53 min•Ep. 41
This episode has been highly requested since Lucy and I suddenly lost our Dad last year. I knew how important this would be for us to talk about since everyone deals with grieving the loss of someone important to them at some point in time. This is my longest episode to date where Lucy and I talk personally about losing our Dad and the journey that grieving has been. We discuss stages of grief, what has helped us, and quotes and ideas to live by. I hope this helps those of you that have lost som...
Jul 30, 2020•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 40
I've wanted to make an episode on this topic for so long now but always felt like I wasn't in a perfectly organized and balanced routine to share. But I realized that it's always going to be a work in progress for me and thats ok. Being very organized and having a great work life balance may come easy to some, but I've accepted that I have to work at it a little bit more. I open the discussion of why I believe balance and being organized in every aspect of your life will lead you to the best ver...
Jul 24, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 39
This week I chat about what life is like so far with our Golden Retriever puppy Brody! How potty training is going, crate training, getting up in the night, etc. I also talk about his first vet appointment and how I feel he's changed my life and made me so present and joyful. I also talk about being at our family cottage in PA this week. This lakehouse is so nostalgic to me and truly a place to unwind, disconnect + unplug. It feels so good in my soul to be out here in nature with my family and B...
Jul 17, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 38
This episode is a super exciting one with my boyfriend Max where we talk all about our journey wanting a golden retriever puppy for so long and finally being able to get one! We answer how we found his name, why we wanted a boy, and how we found out about where to get him. We explain our difficulties trying to adopt or rescue which is what we always wanted to do. However, we talk about how we still plan to rescue one day for a friend for Brody. We recorded this episode Monday the night before pi...
Jul 09, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 37
Today we are finally joined by my Mom on the pod!! It was so fun to record with her and have chats about her family, life, career, finding out she was having twins, etc. I'm so happy we were able to do this since I think a lot of you only really know that she's my Mom but not much about her. I hope you get to know her in this episode and see where I came from! Be sure to check out my YouTube channel http://bit.ly/33z6gnM (Gretchen Geraghty) my Instagram http://bit.ly/2VE0U7S (@gretchengeraghty) ...
Jul 03, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 36
This is a little bit of a different topic this week since you guys know I typically keep it very positive and upbeat. However, I think it's still really important to keep it real and I just wanted to be honest with you guys and not force an episode that wasn't genuinely how I've been feeling, and I'm sure a lot of you can relate during such a crazy time we're living in. I talk about how I know its ok to not be ok and to feel sad. We all experience sadness, some more than others, and personally I...
Jun 26, 2020•59 min•Ep. 35
It's moving week! This week I move out of Boston, where I've lived for the past 5 years. I talk about some big moments in the past 5 years living here that have shaped who I am today. Graduating from Boston University, making life long friends, meeting my boyfriend, etc. I talk about my somewhat complicated and hectic moving plans to Pennsylvania and how I plan to come back to Boston in the spring. Can't wait to bring you guys along on the journey. Be sure to check out my YouTube channel http://...
Jun 16, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 34
In this episode I discuss racism as a whole and it being so prevalent in the US today. I talk about what I've learned, how I've grown, and ways I've been educating myself and speaking out. I include some of your stories and opinions that you wrote in and I thank you for participating in this important discussion. WAYS YOU CAN HELP Sean Reed Petition https://www.change.org/p/mayor-joe-hogsett-justice-for-sean-reed George Floyd Memorial Fund https://www.gofundme.com/f/georgefloyd I Run with Maud (...
Jun 12, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 33
In this episode I really just chat and catch up with you guys! I'm so sorry I took last week off, I didn't want to let anyone down, just was feeling discouraged. So this week I'm back and better than ever talking about plans changing, trying to not let what people think of me get to me as much, moving, new favorites I'm loving, some current events + missing my family! A little bit of everything :) Be sure to check out my YouTube channel http://bit.ly/33z6gnM (Gretchen Geraghty) my Instagram http...
May 29, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 32
I talk about how now specifically can be such a hard time to stay motivated. Whether it be in your health + fitness journey, your career, your relationships, etc. I chat about what works for me to stay motivated- like feeling grateful and knowing that being able to exercise (or whatever it is) is something I GET to do and an opportunity. I talk about how changing your perspective and mindset can also help a lot. And I also tell stories to help motivate you as well :) Be sure to check out my YouT...
May 14, 2020•53 min•Ep. 31
Wow, can you guys believe this is episode 30 of happy hour!! Can't believe I have 30 of these episodes out there! Anyway, kind of a random topic right now, but one that I've always wanted to talk about. I talk about my journey through injury and recovery personally, and also touch on what I've learned from that and through close family and friends. A physical injury affects way more than your body- it can be very challenging mentally. I hope this can help any of you that have dealt with injury a...
May 08, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 30
I dedicated this episode to talk all about self care, loving yourself, and putting yourself first. It's something we all work on + will continue to work on. It's definitely not always easy, and can be easier said than done, but is an essential part in our wellbeing and happiness. Self care I think means something different to each of us, but I talk about what it means to me. I also talk about ways I know I'm loving myself and how to realize if you aren't. And lastly I talk about how to prioritiz...
May 01, 2020•52 min•Ep. 29
Today I talk all about receiving negativity being a social media influencer. It can also be translated to receiving any kind of negativity, even if its not through social media. I talk about growing up and getting negative comments starting at 15 years old and how it would affect me then, versus how I deal with it now. I've gained a lot of confidence and a thick skin from negative comments, so in a way I'm grateful for them. I also talk about how I've noticed at times with an overwhelming negati...
Apr 23, 2020•58 min•Ep. 28
I finally decided to dedicate an entire episode to why I'm so happy and positive and how I think I got to be that way. A lot of it is how I think I just am, and how I am from my happy childhood, but I discuss different areas of happiness, positivity, and optimism and where I think they come from. My biggest tips and things that help me are finding the silver lining in things, being thankful for difficult situations that teach you lessons, learning to love yourself, prioritizing your mental healt...
Apr 16, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 27
Short but sweet this week with some realizations I've had during quarantine. I talk about how I was quite sad, anxious, frustrated, and discouraged at the beginning of all of this. And I still feel these emotions here and there due to our current circumstances. However, I had a shift in my mindset of how we have the privilege of working on ourselves in this moment. To be the best versions of ourself, taking care of ourself, and going after what we've always wanted to. There are no more excuses s...
Apr 10, 2020•45 min•Ep. 26
I've wanted to talk about losing my Dad in a podcast episode for a while now but I didn't know how and I didn't feel ready. I realized I don't think I'm ever really ready to talk about him, how much he meant to me, and how badly I miss him. But the reason I pushed myself to make this episode is because I know how many of you have dealt with loss and I just want to help in any way I can. I'm sure you can understand why this episode is all over the place and emotional, so bare with me. I talk abou...
Apr 03, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 25
This episode was so much fun to record with my boyfriend Max! I knew I just wanted something super light hearted and fun for you guys this week. With all the sadness + craziness in the world right now I hope this can be a distraction and maybe a little funny and entertaining :) Max and I talk about what we're doing everyday in quarantine for fun and to stay busy so I hope it can give you guys good ideas. Max also recounts fun college memories and stories for us. Love you all, and I hope you're s...
Mar 26, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 24
Today we are joined by Chase Willman, my boyfriend Max's sister, barre instructor, and New York City queen! She tells us all about having Max as a brother and spills the tea on what it was like growing up with him. She tells us her first impression of me as her brother's first girlfriend and what she thought of my YouTube channel. She also tells us all about being a Barre instructor at FlyWheel, how she handles so much exercise, what she typically eats in a day to fuel up. She's extremely motiva...
Mar 20, 2020•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 23
One of you suggested I cover this topic and I thought it was such a good idea with spring break season being right now and getting into the spring and summer. I recorded this before COVID-19 had escalated to this extent, so I understand that many travel plans have been cancelled or postponed. That being said, I share my advice on how to stay on track with your healthy living lifestyle while traveling and especially being on vacation. Even if this can't apply to you right now, hopefully it can in...
Mar 13, 2020•58 min•Ep. 22
