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The Gal's Guide

Hannah Adams and Emily Aleece Burtonredcircle.com

Welcome to The Gal’s Guide — a weekly dating and lifestyle podcast created to empower radical self-love and bold relationships. Join us, long distance best friends Hannah Adams and Emily Aleece Burton, for amusing and vulnerable conversations with insightful guests as we cover topics like love and dating to your own self-love, healing, spirituality, and always remembering the importance of gal pals. 

With every episode, we ask you to let us be your guides on the beautiful journey to becoming the most fulfilled and confident version of yourself. We are blunt, vulnerable, but most importantly, your best gal. Through all the laughs and weekly captivations, we are committed alongside you to learning more on how to be a better partner, compassionate friend, and happier person. Sure, we can help you land the date or draft that text, but you’re going to fall more in love with yourself along the way. 

Join our community of #GalScouts for a new episode every Monday!

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Episodes

Dealing with Imposter Syndrome

Believe us, you are good enough. Sometimes that can be hard to deal with. In today's episode, we're talking about that little voice in the back of your head: imposter syndrome. Impostors are always in conflict with themselves because although they feel motivated to work hard, that fear of being identified as a ‘phony’ will always hold them back from reaching their full potential. We're here to give your guidance on how to overcome it and sharing our personal experience with it. We are thrilled t...

Mar 02, 20201 hr 14 min

Dating Your Friends

We are closing out our month of love with a question we’ve often pondered ourselves: is it a good idea to date your friends? Sometimes, the line between friendship and romance is a little blurry. On the one hand, you could ruin the friendship, but on the other hand, you already have a strong foundation for something more. And sometimes, that's a great thing. With the obvious note that there is more risk involved, but could it still be worth it and how to go about escaping the friendzone? We are ...

Feb 24, 202048 min

I Need To Love Myself

I love ME and I don't need anybody else! But seriously, ever feel like you can’t find the love you want? You don’t need another person to make you feel that way. In fact, as a strong and confident person, you can give yourself all the love you need; it just takes a little self-love. In today's episode, we are breaking down our definition of self-love, the struggles we've encountered with loving our true selves, and how we practice self-care. We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we...

Feb 17, 202050 min

The Importance of Female Friendships

“Maybe our girlfriends are our soulmates and guys are just people to have fun with.” - Sex and the City. Where would we be without out best friend? There is an all-encompassing power within female friendships. They lift us up, inspire, and push us to be better people. For men, the bromance has become a keyword; however, there isn’t really an equivalent word for female friendship, probably because there’s no need for one. Perhaps men are only just discovering the power of deep friendship, but wom...

Feb 10, 202054 min

Is Your Relationship Thriving or Surviving?

With Valentines Day just around the corner, Hallmark and Target aisles across America are filling up with hearts and cupids galore. For some of us, we love it (ehem, Hannah) and others prefer to stay home at watch Sex and The City with the two loves of our lives: Ben & Jerry. While some couples are thriving, we can’t help but wonder, what happens when love dies? In today's episode, we are dissecting relationship complacency and sharing ways to help get you out of your rut to help get back th...

Feb 03, 202058 min

The Power of Vulnerability

When was the last time you were truly your authentic self? Honestly. We were inspired by Dr. Brene Brown's TED talk and numerous studies in human vulnerability, especially in our closest relationships. In today's episode, we want to have an open and honest chat with you guys about our own struggles with vulnerability, the respect of boundaries, and how you can get closer to living as your more authentic self. We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we call a mi...

Jan 27, 202048 min

You're Speaking My Love Language

That's right, we're talking about one of the most requested topics and one we have been dying to get into ourselves -- The 5 Love Languages by Dr. Gary Chapman! What are the love languages and what do they mean? How can I communicate better with the people I love and how are they expressing their love to me? We are diving straight in to help you gals build healthier and happier bonds with those in your life! We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we call a mil...

Jan 20, 20201 hr 3 min

Unlocking Your Dreams and Intuition

I must be dreaming because in today's episode, we're getting our Stevie Nicks on and talking all about dreams and intuition. What do our dreams mean? What exactly is intuition and how can use you access it? Is deja vu really thing? How do you lucid dream? We're answering all of your burning questions today! We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we call a millennial life. Through quarter-life crises, modern day relationships, and every bad decision, let us be ...

Jan 13, 20201 hr 15 min

Manifesting Your Goals in 2020

2020 is finally here and it's our first episode of the new year! In today's episode, we are making some new year resolutions and discussing some dreams we hope to achieve in 2020. We are also discussing the law of attraction and ways you can manifest your dreams in this new year and decade. We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we call a millennial life. Through quarter-life crises, modern day relationships, and every bad decision, let us be your guide. Let's...

Jan 06, 20201 hr 6 min

2019 Recap & Cutting Out Toxicity

2020, here we come! It's our last episode of the year and THE DECADE! In today's episode, we are recaping our year of 2019 and sharing some of our biggest highlights and lesson's we have learned. We are also cutting out toxicity in the new year and sharing some tips on how to go about cutting out the toxic people in your life. We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we call a millennial life. Through quarter-life crises, modern day relationships, and every bad ...

Dec 30, 20191 hr 1 min

Insta Official

Like it or not, social media matters when it comes to dating and relationships - no matter the stage of it! What do you do if your partner isn't posting any photos of you? How soon can you post a couple photo? Is Instagram official the new FBO? Do you or do you not delete your exes photos post-breakup? In today's episode, we're answering all your burning questions and breaking it down at every phase of your relationship and dating life! We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we emba...

Dec 23, 20191 hr 14 min

Liar, Liar Pants on Fire

How do you know when your partner is lying to you? And what should you do when you catch them in a lie? In today's episode, we are breaking it down from innocent white lies to full on deception and backstabbing. We also share some of our lying horror stories, like Emily's psycho college roommate! We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we call a millennial life. Through quarter-life crises, modern day relationships, and every bad decision, let us be your guide....

Dec 16, 20191 hr

Red Flag Alert!

Are there red flags or are you just wearing rose colored glasses? Don't ignore the sirens and lights flashing in front of you! In today's episode, we are breaking down the different levels of things we think are red flags that could potentially lead to much bigger problems in your relationship. We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we call a millennial life. Through quarter-life crises, modern day relationships, and every bad decision, let us be your guide. L...

Dec 09, 20191 hr 12 min

Single All The Way

Oh, the holidays! Filled with couples kissing under the mistletoe and you crying into a bowl of ice cream. Don't panic! We've got you covered. In today's episode, we're gonna show you how to jingle all the way through holidays by yourself, sleigh all the dreaded questions from your family, and make the holidays home sweet home alone. We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we call a millennial life. Through quarter-life crises, modern day relationships, and eve...

Dec 02, 20191 hr 11 min

When They Won't Commit

Does he have a fear of commitment? Can I make him commit to me? Do ALL guys have a problem with commitment? As cuffing season approaches, all the commitment issues will start to rise. It's best you be prepared and we're here to save you! Be warned: we are giving you some tough love in today's episodes, but you're strong enough. After running into her ex with a new girl, Emily shares some tough love on her way to avoid the commitment phobes and how to not be the next victim of a fuckboy's games. ...

Nov 25, 20191 hr 7 min

Sorry Not Sorry

A wise Sir Justin Bieber once said, is it too late now to say sorry? Sometimes you shouldn't apologize for your actions, but what if you don't get that apology you deserve? Should you apologize when you haven't done anything wrong? When do you swallow your pride? In today's episode, we're discussing all things apologies — including the highly debated matter, do women apologize too much and why is that? We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we call a millennia...

Nov 18, 201943 min

"So, What Are We?"

What happens when you don't D.T.R.? How soon can you define the relationship? And does it always have to be the guy? In today's episode, we're sharing how and when you should define your relationship and what happens when you end up in a "situationship." We also share stories of our own when we didn't get a label and even when we tried to define our relationships ourselves. We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we call a millennial life. Through quarter-life ...

Nov 11, 201955 min

We Were On A Break!

"We were on a break!" - But were Ross and Rachel really on a break? What are the rules of taking a break? Do we agree taking a break when dating? In today's episode, we are sharing our opinions on breaks and Hannah opens up about a break she took and how it affected her relationship. We also give some of our best advice if you decide a break is right for you and your partner! We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we call a millennial life. Through quarter-lif...

Nov 04, 201942 min

Ghosting Stories

Ghosted in October? How festive. It's our Halloween episode, gals! In today's episode, we are discussing all things ghoulish and scary from ghosting to haunting and zombieing. We breakdown the monsters that some men have become in the dating scene and even share some of our ghost stories and spookiest experiences. We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we call a millennial life. Through quarter-life crises, modern day relationships, and every bad decision, let...

Oct 28, 201939 min

What is Your Attachment Style?

Like the great Ariana Grande once said: some people can be needy; while others are like NASA and need some space! In today's episode of The Gal's Guide we are exploring psychologist John Bowlby's attachment theory and how your particular style can sometimes create unnecessary drama in your relationships. We are also gonna take the original attachment theory quiz with you and figure out what our own style is, what tools you can use to become more secure in your relationship, and how to approach y...

Oct 21, 201931 min

Deal or Deal Breaker

Break me off a piece of that deal breaker! Where do you draw the line with your boundaries and what will you not except in a relationship? In today's episode, we're talking about some of our biggest deal breakers and how to go about approaching deal breakers and boundaries while dating. We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we call a millennial life. Through quarter-life crises, modern day relationships, and every bad decision, let us be your guide. Let's be ...

Oct 14, 201939 min

Thou Shall Not Break Girl Code

"Irregardless, ex-boyfriends are just off limits to friends. I mean that's just like the rules of feminism." — We think Gretchen said it best, but what should you do if you like your friends ex? Can you go after a friend's sibling? Is it really a big deal if your friends still talk to your ex? In today's episode, we're answering all your girl code questions and sharing our own experiences with the code. We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we call a millenni...

Oct 07, 201940 min

How To Get Over A Breakup Right Now

They say time heals all wounds, but sometimes your gal pals do it better. In today's episode, it's time to get real and share some actual steps for coping with a broken heart. Don't worry, we even share some of our most dramatic breakup stories. We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we call a millennial life. Through quarter-life crises, modern day relationships, and every bad decision, let us be your guide. Let's be real, we don't know what we're doing eithe...

Oct 01, 201952 min
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