Ever wonder why you feel compelled to follow the crowd, even when you kind of… don’t want to? Do you ever see a new trend and feel frustrated at how quick they just show up, one after another? I’m right there with you - why do we follow trends, and how did they get to be so prominent and persuasive? Tune in to today’s episode, where we look at the psychological and biological reasoning behind why we partake in trends, and the history as to how trends we know and love/hate came to be! Follow us o...
Jul 02, 2025•40 min•Season 2Ep. 1
WE'RE BACK!!! Tune in for the podcast's trailer - just catching up!! Expect a real episode at the end of June! Follow us on Instagram @SoYouWanttobeTHATGirl for updates! ... And here's the Dog Encyclopedia I was talking about. BTW IT'S A MALAMUTE ON THE COVER, NOT A HUSKY! Sorry, the cover ripped off when I was a kid so I couldn't remember off the top of mi head lol: "The Complete Encyclopedia of Dogs" by Esther J.J. Verhoef-Verhallen And I'd like to apologize for my overuse of "whatever...
Jun 12, 2025•40 min
We get it... Life is hard. Life is... brutal. Antagonistic. Uncertain. Scary. Lonely. But, then there are times where life is absolutely wonderful! However, sometimes we get stuck in such difficult periods of life that we forget how warm the sun can be once the rain clouds part. If you have ever felt like, or currently feel like you're starting to forget how magnificent the sun can shine, grab a cup of coffee or tea with a cookie and tune in for some advice on how to enjoy life regardless of the...
Mar 10, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Ah yes, February 14th. The day of love.. The day of roses.. The day of celebrating romance..... The day of hating being single... NO. No. Take that last part back. In light of Valentine’s Day coming up, you and I are going to have a sit down. Valentine’s Day is more than romantic relationships, it’s a day to love your friends, your family, but yes, your partner if you have one. Yet the most important? Loving yourself physically, mentally, emotionally, even sexually... Tune in to talk about the h...
Feb 11, 2022•52 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Sooo... a lil birdie told me you want that clear skin, healthy ingredient, low environmental impact combo... I think I can swing that.. for a price. You gotta promise that you’re gonna actually use your sunscreen all day every day, capeesh? Good. Now you can tune in to today’s episode, where we’re talking all about skincare products, ingredients, and regulations, so you know what you’re putting on your skin, and WHY you’re doing so. and if there are any editing errors pls cut me sum slack this w...
Feb 03, 2022•1 hr 16 min
So you’re telling me that you drink 8 cups of water a day, you eat a well-balanced diet, you practice stress management techniques, you’re an active gal, you follow a gentle and high quality skincare regime consistently, and you’re STILL struggling with acne? Yeah that makes sense! Don’t fret, in today’s episode we’re talking all about the science behind your skin - what is skincare, the different skin types, different forms and causes of acne, common skin conditions, and more. So, if you’re som...
Jan 26, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 13
It's officially the New Year and we're all feeling a new sense of motivation to be the best versions of ourselves. But, what happens when that "New Year's Motivation" runs out? Are you going to stop caring and fighting for yourself like you're doing in this moment? Tune in to today's episode as we talk about ways to make YOU the priority regardless of the month and year. You will still be as valid in June as you are in January babe. So You Want to be THAT Girl's Instagram: https://www.instagram....
Jan 07, 2022•34 min
Sure, you're that girl - you might have a flawless routine, a diverse gut microbiome, a well-balanced diet, and an unmatched skincare routine. But, are you THAT Girl - empathetic and charismatic? The biggest part of being THAT Girl is taking care of yourself in order to be a good person to others. So in today's episode, we're finally touching down on how THAT Girl interacts and views other people in a positive and loving way. Also sorry I use da name Sarah as an example - I love all the Sarah's ...
Dec 30, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 11
GUYS IT'S OUR 10TH EPISODE! Thank you all for sticking around with me this far, I love you guys! Sit down, shut up, get out your 2022 glasses and champagne/sparkling cider flute because the New Year is almost here! Join Shahdin and special guest, Gracie Barker, as they talk about the toxicity that we always find when it comes to those pesky New Year's Resolutions, and how THAT Girl overcomes and creates her own healthy and realistic goals. So You Want to be THAT Girl's Instagram: https://www.ins...
Dec 22, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Okay so I woke up, fixed my bed, applied my skincare, had my oat milk lavender latte, cleaned the kitchen, swept the driveway, listened to 29 TED Talks, hiked the Great Wall of China, found a cure to cancer, meditated so hard I opened my third, fourth, AND fifth eye, wrote 90762 things I'm grateful for in my devotions journal, and ate breakfast all before 9 am. Am I THAT Girl yet? No. You forgot to floss. Tune in to today's episode to get some realistic ideas to spice up your morning routine, as...
Dec 08, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 9
So, you just signed away your income for the next 10 years to your university of choice. Congratulations! But, now that you're committed to a college, what's next? How are you going to make friends? Is it going to be as wonderful as you dreamed of since you were 12? Well, as Mr. Worldwide once said, "Believe me, been there, done that." Join Shahdin and fellow THAT Girl, Ana Abel, as they talk all about their college expectations, realities, tips and tricks to hopefully make the transition of hig...
Nov 23, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Bro.... you're looking kind of shredded... Have you been going to Ms. Sandra's barre class at the LA Fitness off of South Main St. on Mondays and Thursdays WITHOUT ME? Being THAT Girl means being healthy, happy, and kind of sweaty sometimes. Tune in to this week's (late) episode to learn about the importance of exercise on your body, your health, and your happiness. Have you ever heard of Yin Yoga? No? Then what the heck are you waiting for? Press PLAY. PS. I said in here that after I sneeze, my...
Nov 17, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 7
THAT Girl can be a social butterfly and have a load of friends, or be a reclusive moth that enjoys the company of a select few. Whatever the case is, you have to maintain, nurture, and evolve your friendships if you want to continue going to brunch with bottomless mimosas together or staying up till 5 am talking about the mysteries of life. Join Shahdin with her special guest and best friend, Carolyn Cain, as they discuss starting, maintaining, and ending friendships. Sorry for the poor audio, r...
Nov 03, 2021•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 5
Ugh look at THAT Girl with her cute little morning routine and her cute little journal and her cute little kitten heels... She really must have EVERYTHING together huh? Well? Doesn't she? Not always. Yes, like the rest of the world, we have confidence issues, but we just know how to handle them. Tune in to hear some tips to understand and overcome wavering confidence, and how it's more common among us than you might think... Being THAT Girl isn't always glamorous! So You Want to be THAT Girl's I...
Oct 25, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 4
That blue dress in your online shopping cart is SO cute - it's trendy, it would look fantastic with your skin tone, and it's only $4.99? Amazing! But, doesn't it seem a little TOO good to be true? Well, maybe because it is! Today's episode introduces you to the parents of that cute blue dress, and that's a family you won't want to marry into. Tune in to hear all about the fast fashion industry, the drivers of it, and your options to escape the disposable fashion cycle! P.S. there are more blue d...
Oct 18, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 3
THAT Girl's coming this way, and she's looking GOOD! She's glowing, smiling, and... wearing a recycled pantsuit from Plato's Closet? Damn straight. In today's episode, we're exposing the flawed fashion industry and focusing on its environmental impact, as well as providing YOU with the resources you need to make educated decisions next time you're on the search for a new pair of leggings or some accent jewelry. Beware- the truth is OUT and it's U G L Y... So You Want to be THAT Girl's instagram:...
Oct 12, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Welcome to the first episode of "So You Want to be THAT Girl"! Join your host, Shahdin, as she introduces THAT Girl along with her besties, the Girlboss and the IT Girl. This episode will cover who THAT Girl currently is through the lens of social media, the rise and fall of the Girlboss and IT Girl, and how THAT Girl is right behind them unless she gets a total makeover. Follow us on Instagram @SoYouWanttobeTHATGirl for updates, Q&As, and more! Referenced Articles and Websites: https://www....
Oct 04, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 1
