Late Night Drive with Ellie & Michaela - podcast cover

Late Night Drive with Ellie & Michaela

Ellie Schnitt & Michaela Oklandtwitter.com
Tune your radio up to Bestie FM. Ellie Schnitt and Michaela Okland are pulling up as your drivers, snack providers, and must-see landmark coordinators on this Late Night Drive to everywhere. The bi-coastal besties are breaking down popular culture, the newest and oldest psychological studies, the funniest facts throughout history & everything in between! With sensitivity and humor, Michaela & Ellie are tucking you into the passenger seat and chatting all night long to navigate you through the best and the worst of adult life.
Last refreshed:
Follow this podcast in the Metacast mobile app to refresh it and see new episodes.
Download Metacast podcast app
Podcasts are better in Metacast mobile app
Don't just listen to podcasts. Learn from them with transcripts, summaries, and chapters for every episode. Skim, search, and bookmark insights. Learn more

Episodes

God is a Woman (In 3000 BC)

SooOOOO the Appalachia episode had some major technical difficulties that even our extreme girlbossery could not fix. It will however be up next week!! We didn't want to leave you hanging, so here is an episode from last month that we had posted exclusively on Patreon (patrons, you'll be getting an extra bonus this month). Love u also it's 1 am I am delirious and I hate computers ok xoxo enjoy -ellie The girlies are back with a super special and fun episode about their favorite Goddesses in Anci...

Apr 27, 20231 hr 24 min

Ghost Hunting & Saying No

Chatty little voicemail episode where we hear from YOU ! The passenger princesses. One man’s haunted house becomes our community’s haunted home. This week’s roadside attraction is a popcorn plane pregnant mom and her husband’s awful Twitter thread. Girlies chat about the awful experience of going to the gyno, why it feels hard to say no sometimes, Coachella, being clear about what you want on dating apps and more! TW- brief discussion of blurred consent lines and assault from around 16:00 - 23:0...

Apr 19, 20231 hr 6 min

Controversy Sells

This week the girlies discuss how Controversy might just be the easiest capital a public figure can muster… Controversy on the internet may seem like a bad thing, but it has built billionaire careers and been the lifeblood of countless celebrities from the internet to the big screen. Of course sometimes… things go too far to come back from. This week’s Roadside Attraction is the Taylor/Joe *rumored* divorce (prayers for Ellie) & early convos include- ironically behaving like a tradwife to le...

Apr 12, 20231 hr 22 min

Celebrity Beauty Boom!

This episode marks the start of our first two part series! This week Ellie & Michaela dive into the world of Celebrity Beauty Brands and investigate the recent boom in the industry. How profitable are the brands? How involved are the celebrities? Why do consumers love them so much? Featuring this week’s Roadside Attraction: Ranch Girl, and conversations about social anxiety, tornados, the lazy girl’s wellness guide & more! Tune in again next week as we look into Part 2- Controversy Sells...

Apr 05, 20231 hr 8 min

Let's Talk About Abortion

This episode gets into personal experiences of abortion, in stories graciously sent to us by listeners. Michaela also discusses her own abortion story & answers questions from the audience. This week we have implemented The Roadside Attraction, our person of the week to stop the car and point at. Get off your ass and talk about the Vagina Phrenology Lady. We also discuss Spring, Q2 goals, the various Religious Holidays occurring rn & more. :) Thank you again to everybody who submitted a ...

Mar 29, 20231 hr 6 min

All Clowns Are Bastards

Step on up boys and girls & grab your peanuts. This week Ellie & Michaela discuss the Circus, clowns, and P.T. Barnum as the WORST Showman on Earth. What happens when a clown and a fireman walk into a brothel? This episode is half chatty and half a spin around the circus ring. :) In an absolute SHOCK to us all… the history is darker than we remember. Early chats range from Sydney Sweeneycore to Donald Trump barricading himself in Mar-A-Lago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...

Mar 22, 20231 hr 8 min

Space Doesn't Exist

Ellie & Michaela are pulling into a rest stop to answer listener-submitted questions & gab about the ~journey~. Chatting about improving friendships, life after college, having KIDS?😳 and more… how much more? You’ll have to get in the van. We have candy!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 15, 20231 hr 21 min

Institutionalized for Clean Hands

This week, the girlies chat about The History of Sanitation! They take a deep dive into the story of Ignaz Semmelweis, and how trying to get people to wash their hands wound him up in an asylum. Digressions include: the hallways of Versailles, the Community Sponges of Rome, the imminent reincarnation of the Wooly Mammoth, and the age old question: do white people know how to wash? SOURCES: 1. How a 19th Century Doctor’s Tried to Get His Peers to Wash Their Hands – Weird History YouTube Video. 2....

Mar 08, 20231 hr 8 min

Chains and Whips Excite Me?

From the ancient temples of Mesopotamia, to the streets of Rome, to the writings of Sigmund Freud and the American leather bars, BDSM has been a present yet ever-changing facet of sexuality and spiritualism. In this episode, Ellie & Michaela talk about the stories and psychology of Bondage, Dominance, Sadism and Masochism from the past to the present. Digressions include: The Ellussy Trials & Being Scouted at Trader Joe’s. CUTE CORRECTION: Ellie refers to the DSM-5 but she means the DSM-...

Mar 01, 20231 hr 20 min

Road Trip Road Trip!!

a BIG announcement!! welcome to LND-- phase two ;) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 17, 202314 min

Evil Chickens

Hi sweetie pies!!!!!!! Big episode so make sure you listen to the end ;) We are talking: -me being forced to run -valentine's day pep talk!!!! -your worst valentine's days -"am I a pariah for sex on the second date?" voicemail -announcement!!! Love you!!!!!! See you next week!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 07, 202343 minEp. 46

It's Me, Hi, I'm The Asshole

Hi sweet potatoes! This week's episode is short and sweet as we prepare for a Big Change!!!! We're talking: -crotchless panties logistics? -deepfake/AI pornography -Am I The Asshole? -cognitive distortions And much more! Love you deeply, have the best week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 31, 202349 minEp. 45

January Blues

Hi sweet potatoes! Are you experiencing seasonal depression? Cool. Same. Today we're talkin: -the January blues -the 3 things method -cringy texters -turning f buddies into pals -slut shaming And so much more!! Love u, have the best week :) VOICEMAIL: 847-282-0462 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 24, 202353 minEp. 45

Most Things Are Mid

Hi cuties :) This week it's just me and you! We're covering: -Date updates (I lived, huge!) -Mantras for first dates -Fitness culture and dating apps -First world problems and therapy And probably more, I recorded at night so it feels like a phone call with my pals and I was very sleepy! Love you so much and hope it's the best week yet~ VOICEMAIL: 847-282-0462 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 17, 202353 minEp. 44

Haterade ft. Michaela Okland & Julia Hava

Hi!!! I missed you guys!! Our first episode back is a fun one, I brought the groupchat girlies on to set the tone for a fun new year. We're discussing: -our delusional 2023 goals -describing our dream man (boils down to Is Nice To Me) -my near-death experience on NYE -why the girlies think I'm going to be murdered And so so so much more (we are chatty broads). Love you and next week will be a full voicemail ep so make sure to send those in!! xoxo VOICEMAIL: 847-282-0462 Learn more about your ad ...

Jan 10, 20231 hr 26 min

Be Normal & Be In Love With Us

Heyyyy kiddos! This week I've once again got my buddy Zach Schiffman with me to add a little spice, a little flair. We are chatting about: -company holiday party etiquette -company holiday party horror stories -is it fair to have a height preference when dating? -a voicemail that I can't spoil for you And so, so much more. Like, so much. Lots of tangents this time around. Love you very much cuties have the best week!! VOICEMAIL: 847-282-0462 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...

Dec 13, 20221 hr 5 minEp. 43

Saturn's Return

Hi cuties! This week we're chattin': -saturn's return and career scaries -the madonna/whore dichotomy -what my therapist said to me this week -are bad texters actually just shady? And much more! Love you, have the best week! xoxo VOICEMAIL: 847-282-0462 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 06, 202248 minEp. 42

A Very Cursed Thanksgiving

Hiii besties! Hope you had the best thanksgiving, but apparently many of you did not. Today, we're doin' : -cursed thanksgiving tier list -casual dating etiquette -why the 'men r trash era' is important -is it ever worth reaching out to an ex-friend?? love you lots and lots!! have the best week, i'll catch ya next time :) VOICEMAIL: 847-282-0462 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 29, 20221 hrEp. 41

Capitalism Really Popped Off Today!

Hello my friends! I am very sick so today's episode is short and sweet. However!! We are covering: -Holiday gift guides for the most niche people on your lists -How much enthusiasm should I put into the talking phase?? -How can I jump-start my post-breakup glow-up? Love u very much, have the best thanksgiving and I will see you next week :) VOICEMAIL: 847-282-0462 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 22, 202252 minEp. 40

Just A Relationship Girl in a Hookup World

Hi sweet angels! This week my friend Dana (@danahasson) joins me to answer some fun voicemails. We're talkin': -my life backup plan -tarot cards-- I read Dana's future (am I magic??) -Dating in NYC -Help! Guys keep asking me for threesomes? -Help! We're relationship girles feeling stuck in college hookup culture -Help! I walked in on my boyfriend watching porn in the middle of the night?? And much more. Dana is the best, make sure you follow her on Tik Tok for amazing baking videos!! VOICEMAIL: ...

Nov 08, 20221 hr 5 minEp. 39

Don't Worry, You ARE Mentally Ill

Hello my sweet chickens. Today there's a lot to discuss (as usual) so let's get into it! We're chattin' : -What on earth is going on in the house of commons??? -Kanye and Elon -Help! I don't feel pretty :/ -Is this friendship worth saving? -Breakup script and people pleasing -Past trauma affecting current relationships -Am I being dramatic about my mental health? -Help! My friend is getting married and i'm FREAKING OUT! And much much more. Love you have a great week!!! xoxo VOICEMAIL: 8472820462...

Nov 01, 20221 hr 12 minEp. 38

Manifesting and the Multiverse ft. Haley Hoffman Smith

Hi sweet friends! This week I have the incredibly intelligent and inspirational Haley Hoffman Smith (@haleyhoffmansmith on TikTok) joining me in the passenger seat and I know you guys are going to love her! We're talking: -multiverse theory? -manifesting -training your brain -help! one of my friends is constantly negative! -help! I'm jealous of my friend when we go out! -help! I feel self-conscious when I post online! And much more. Love you guys, hope you're loving midnights!!!! xoxo VOICEMAIL:...

Oct 25, 20221 hr 7 minEp. 37

We Were All Rooting For You!!!

I have never in my LIFE yelled at a man like this!!! Oh besties, this is an EPISODE. I've got bad news and a whole lot to say about it. Luckily, I'm joined by hilarious and insightful friend of the show Zach Schiffman to get me through. There's a lot of swearing, a couple tears, some armchair psychology, and a story that might make you never, ever eat shrimp again. Then, we get into some breakup best practices to get you through and we have a quick chat about age gaps as well! I love you guys an...

Oct 18, 20221 hr 16 minEp. 36

The Try Guys Try Sexting!

Hello hello! Much to discuss today!! Including, but not limited to: -Productive wallowing -Drama Corner: Try Guys SNL skit -Sexting tips (not mine, yours, don't worry) -How to stop second-guessing yourself -Fall date ideas! And much more!! Love u very much, have a great week! VOICEMAIL: 847-282-0462 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 11, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 35

Hold On To Your Hat, Pardner

Today's episode was genuinely a blast to record. On the agenda this week: -the Official Red Flag Tier List (link to make your own) -Moving in with your S.O. -Help! I am not being wooed! -Dressing like a 'grownup' and finding your personal style And so much more!! Love you guys have a great week :) VOICEMAIL: 847-282-0462 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 04, 20221 hr 5 minEp. 34

Red Flag Olympics

What's up angels!! Every voicemail this week was simply chock-full of red flags. Like, I know it's cuffing szn, but I'm begging you to not settle for whatever is going on here!! Anyway, this week we're talking: -meeting your SO’s’ friends! tips, tricks, how to feel less nervous -why do I feel bad after having a casual hookup? -is dating someone with diff political beliefs a deal breaker? -how do you bring up ‘going slow’? -is a partner having strong opinions on your clothes/where you go an autom...

Sep 27, 20221 hrEp. 33

Sniff Dirt (Derogatory) ft. Jarvis Johnson

Hiii besties! Today we have the smart, hilarious, and talented Jarvis Johnson (@jarvis) joining us in the passenger seat! We're covering a lot, including (but not limited to) -Dying alone -"Help! My friends hung out with my ex behind my back!" -Finally, an answer to the Cage Match Animal problem -Awkward Celebrity Encounters -Getting started in content creation And much more!! Make sure you check out Jarvis' youtube channel and his podcast, Sad Boyz. Love you guys, have the best week <3 :) VO...

Sep 20, 20221 hr 14 minEp. 32

It's a Great Time to Be a Nosy B***

Hi angels!! This week we've got a lot to go over including: -Drama corner: Don't Worry Darling, RIP Queen Elizabeth, Trisha Paytas -I feel like I lost my 20s to the pandemic, how do I feel young and fun again? -How to use Bumble BFF -Your worst first date stories!! -Your Autumn vibe suggestions -How do i tell my fam/bf that I need to start therapy? -Help! I forget how to talk in high pressure social situations! Plus a little shrimp update and so much more!! Love you guys, have the best week <...

Sep 13, 20221 hr 3 minEp. 31

Slow Down, You're Doin Fine

What's up besties! This week we're talking: -What does it actually mean to take things slow? -Help! I'm in my first relationship and idk what i’m doing! -Balancing friendships and relationships -What's our fall vibe gonna be? -Disagreeing with your partner -Friend breakup perspective -Feminism and tradwife mentality And much more including date updates!! Love you deeply, have the best week <3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 06, 20221 hr 7 minEp. 30

Lying IS The Answer

Hello!! Fun episode today and I try to give a nice balance of good, solid, non-toxic advice and... uh, "u could just lie". Plus an update on shrimp cocktail man and all of this: -First year of college tips -Help, I like one of my friends!! -Help, I said something insane!! -Is it anti feminist to think a man should pay for the date? -Dealing with embarrassment -Mental health medication 101 -How to express your needs before a DTR talk And sooooor much more including a recap of my family vacation t...

Aug 30, 20221 hr 19 minEp. 29
For the best experience, listen in Metacast app for iOS or Android