This week, Emily and Hannah have the pleasure of being joined by comedian and podcaster Erica Spera to chat all about vulnerability as she shares her experience of dating with herpes, busting myths and misinformation, and how the conversation of dating with an STI doesn't have to be so daunting. Follow Erica on Instagram Checkout Shooters Got To Shoot Podcast Join Erica's Herpes Support Group --- We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we call a millennial life...
Aug 01, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Our lovely host Emily turns 29 today and is taking a moment to celebrate getting older and pass on some wisdom she has gained in her twenties. Aging doesn’t have to be this scary thing. Take a moment to view it as a moment of reflection as you look back at all those years in gratitude. This episode is an invitation to set intentions for your next year and carry the wisdom you have learned into another trip around the sun. Ultimately, it's about being honest with yourself and your desires for whe...
Jul 25, 2022•54 min
We don't all like to think about our partner's past before us, but we have to acknowledge that they did have a life before us — sometimes with another person too. Exes are one thing when they're your own, but dealing with a partner's ex can seem odd and we don't know always know how to handle it. Why are they still in contact? Why is their ex stalking my social media? Are they jealous? Does my partner want them back? We always go to the worst possible case, but it's not always true! In today's e...
Jul 18, 2022•50 min
Perfectionism ironically can hold us back from reaching our full potential. Yet, no matter how many times we’re told to “let go” or “go with the flow,” so many of us reach burnout quickly. In this episode, Hannah and Emily open up about their self-discovery journey with perfectionism, the continuous practice they’re doing to rest and let go of control, and how you can free yourself from self-limiting beliefs too! --- We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we c...
Jul 11, 2022•52 min
Let's face it, we're all nosey. Abby Murphy is capitalizing on that with her podcast 'The Breakup Breakdown' and talking about how it's okay to be interested in your friends or "instagram friends" relationships and wonder why they broke up. We're also chatting about how social media had turned into a third party in dating today and how soft launching your significant other can play out in the dating world. Listen to the Breakup Breakdown Follow Abby on Instagram Follow Abby on TikTok --- We are ...
Jun 27, 2022•59 min
It's our WEDDING EPISODE! Whether you are getting married or attending all your best friends weddings this season, we have got the guide to being the perfect bridesmaid, guest, or bride! We're talking about being single during wedding season, guest etiquette, how to handle a bridezilla and bridesmaid woes, tips for brides planning their weddings, how to manage conflict with your partner during the planning, and how to be the best maid of honor your best friend could want without comprising your ...
Jun 20, 2022•57 min
As we get older and leave the confounds of high school and college, when our schedules get tighter and our priorities change, it isn't until large events happen that we realize our stock of friends we have made over the years. It becomes evident that sometimes we stop going out of our way to make new friends. Let's face it — making friends as an adult is hard. Today, we're taking you gals through our journey of making friends as an adult in our late twenties. Realize that you are not alone and i...
Jun 13, 2022•53 min
Hannah and Emily are sitting down to talk all things pop culture content they are currently captivated by. From Mormon moms swinging on TikTok, to thirsting after Miles Teller and Glen Powell in the new Top Gun: Maverick, to Utah soda shops, and Stranger Things 4. Also with everything that is trending on social media, Hannah and Emily chat about their current relationship with social media, how reliant they feel towards it, how it effect their mindsets, and the choice to delete all notifications...
Jun 06, 2022•54 min
Thinking longer and harder doesn't always mean it's a good thing. You can become addicted to overthinking that you overthink overthinking. That sense of worrying will become a neutral base for you. How do you start to undo this? We got some solutions for you! How to figure out the root of your anxiety and methods we use to overcome our overthinking minds. --- 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 ...
May 30, 2022•57 min
People often believe that being single means you're alone, and being alone means you're lonely. We think that is the farthest from the truth. The more comfortable you become with being alone, then it only makes your standards for a partner that much higher (in an amazing way). Because the route to an amazing love life is loving yourself first. We're talking ways you can begin taking yourself out on dates, eating out alone, going to bars alone, going to concerts alone, and ways Emily is challengi...
May 23, 2022•50 min
We're getting inside the men's minds today with our guest and men's dating coach, Blaine Anderson from Dating by Blaine! We're answering some of our listener questions and taking a peak inside the male mind to see how they feel about dating too. We talk about men's anxiety with first dates, how to approach women in the wild, how to improve our behaviors on dating apps, and what is going on in their heads during the first date! Follow Blaine on Instagram Check out Blaine's dating courses --- We a...
May 16, 2022•59 min
Don't talk too much. Don't text them first. Don't sleep with them too soon. The list of "rules" women are told to follow on first dates goes on and on, but the intention behind the rules is almost always the same. We are here to give you the HOT GIRLS GUIDE TO A PERFECT FIRST DATE! We're talking pre-date, during the date, and post-date etiquette to make sure you land the man of your dreams. We know first, second, (and honestly) third dates can be hard, so let us guide you. Also, Emily gives us a...
May 02, 2022•54 min
We're joined by TikTok creator and podcast host of For The Girls, Victoria Alario who is determined to make women realize their worth and raise their standards up when it comes to dating. We chat about Victoria's top 5 standard, why women need to stop being "chill," how to talk about money when you're dating, and establishing your needs early on. Follow Victoria on Instagram Follow Victoria on TikTok Listen to For The Girls Podcast --- We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embar...
Apr 25, 2022•1 hr 33 min
With the rise of the new Netflix reality series, The Ultimatum, loads of people are now curious if ultimatums are ever okay and what is the difference between an ultimatum and boundaries? . They're considered unfair, unhealthy, and unjust. However, that's not always the case. Find out when we uses ultimatums, how to communicate your boundaries, and what to do when your needs aren't being met anymore. --- We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we call a millenn...
Apr 18, 2022•48 min
Relationships are a team effort, but you can still have your own pursuits. When you find yourself in a relationship, it’s natural to want to spend all of your time together. Obviously, you want to watch out for co-dependence, or an excessive reliance on your partner. As you spend more time together, it's important to also make alone time for you too. --- 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 r...
Apr 11, 2022•55 min
Why are we always afraid to just say what's on our minds? Some of us, like Hannah, have no problem doing it. Others, like Emily, feel like they need to meditate on their thoughts before word vomiting all our emotions. Sometimes this show us how we handle conflict as well. We all know our love language, but what about our conflict language? --- 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 relationship...
Apr 04, 2022•51 min
It can be incredibly annoying when someone pulls a complete 180 on you. They wanted you first all along to then suddenly lose interest a few weeks later. We're here to remind you that it has nothing to do with you. --- 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 either. As a fellow Gal Scout, w...
Mar 28, 2022•47 min
Today, we're exploring the deep dark world of Reddit. From your parents not coming to your wedding to not being attracted to your boyfriend, we are answering all the wild questions from on the AITA, dating_advice, & realtionship_advice threads. --- 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 doin...
Mar 21, 2022•1 hr 7 min
Does dating really get better with age? We're answering that today with your special guest Tinah Ogalo from the 'In Your Twentys' Podcast! We are talking about why dating in your twenties can seem so hard at times. From none of the men having their brains fully developed, no one wanting commitment anymore, and everyone being afraid to settle down, being single in your twenties can sometimes feel really lonely—especially if all your friends get engaged before you. We're here to help make it all b...
Mar 14, 2022•1 hr 27 min
Was Taylor Swift right? Do we really not need closure? In today’s episode, we explore the importance of closure, closure after ghosting, how to achieve it on your own, and the importance of therapy after a traumatic break up. --- 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 either. As a fellow G...
Mar 07, 2022•46 min
Our Camber queens are in the studio this week, Mady Maio from The Okay Sis Podcast and Lauren Wolfen — The co-founders of the new travel recommendations app: Camber! We're talking about leaving your full time job to start your own career, balancing a 9 to 5 and a side hustle, working with your best friend, having an equal work/life balance, and being a woman in tech! It's a lot, so buckle up gals! Download the Camber App Follow Camber on Instagram Follow Camber on TikTok Listen to the Okay Sis P...
Feb 28, 2022•1 hr 4 min
It's a gal pal's episode! We always talk about red flags when dating, but today we're covering toxic red flags in friendships that include (but definitely aren't limited to) jealousy, unreliability, picking/bullying, anger, and more. We're also sharing our own personal experiences with toxic red flags from some former friendships and how we have learned to move on from a friendship or decide if it's worth saving. --- We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we c...
Feb 21, 2022•1 hr 7 min
Our twenties can be pretty stressful. Turns out, there's an astrological factor behind the chaos! In astrology, a Saturn return is an important planetary occurrence that marks a period of intense change, ushering us out of our childhood and teaching us lessons about maturity. But what exactly is a Saturn return, and what does it mean for you? How can you use it to make your thirties even better? Follow Lauren on Instagram Follow Lauren on Tik Tok Book a Reading with Lauren Best Saturn Return Too...
Feb 14, 2022•1 hr 16 min
In the FIRST CHAPTER of The Gal's Guide Book Club BONUS EPISODE we are discussing everything about the rom-com novel 'The Unhoneymooners' by Christina Lauren and answering your questions live in our Spotify Greenroom! Missed our Spotify Greenroom? Join the next one. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and follow @emilyaleece & @hannahadams to be alerted the next time we go live. Next Month's Pick: 'People We Meet On Vacation' by Emily Henry --- We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure...
Feb 11, 2022•39 min
What does it mean to show up for yourself? Showing up for you is another way of saying loving yourself, honoring yourself, or making sure that your happiness is always the most important thing in your life. It's not always the easiest thing to do, but at the end of the day, you are the only person you can rely on. Whether it's work, family, friends, or dating, we're sharing how to get out of toxic cycles and start showing up for the #1 person in your life—you. Join our book club! Sign up here fo...
Feb 07, 2022•1 hr
We've all had that lingering thought before: Is this a real relationship or am I just a rebound? Am I just a foster girlfriend? It's never a great feeling. However, there are some signs you can look out for to tell if this person is really invested in you, or they're just using you to get over their ex. Also, we chat about how to know if you're not over your ex and if you're the one using people as a rebound! Join our book club! Sign up here for more information Captivations: Links to Emily's Ta...
Jan 31, 2022•57 min
How we view everything in life is determined by our energy level. Our work, family, friends, habits, all affect our outlook on the tasks at hand. The thing is, if we want to be more in control of our life, we need to learn how to control our energy. Today, we're giving Hannah a therapy session of her own to understand how shifting your mindset around mundane tasks can improve your overall mood and outlook on a day-to-day basis. We also learn how to cut out the necessary things and people that ar...
Jan 24, 2022•1 hr 13 min
Anything has the potential to be a red flag — but what sets it apart from being the end all dealbreaker? Is it the navy sheets and no head board? Or is it the lack of texting throughout the day? One girl's red flag could be another girl's green flag. How did we get here? Is it easier to label something a red flag and just avoid heartbreak all together? 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 rel...
Jan 17, 2022•53 min
It is 2022, gals. We are not waiting for our crush to make a move anymore. We are in the driver's seat now! Today, we're teaching you how to purse your crush and get that date. It doesn't matter if he's a coworker you met over Zoom or your best guy friend, we are confessing our feelings this year and we're not taking any prisoners! So buckle up, babes, because this is it! The ultimate guide for how you should pursue your big crush in the new year. We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure...
Jan 10, 2022•59 min
Whether you're single and wishing to desperately be in a relationship, or you aren't sure if you should leave that toxic relationship, this is your sign. Don't let the idea of being in a relationship ruin your 2022! We are choosing ourselves this year. We're talking about making our own happiness, how to know if you're ready for a relationship, and if you're just looking for validation and comfort instead of a partner. We are thrilled to welcome you on this adventure as we embark on a journey we...
Jan 03, 2022•58 min
