We're back from our mini hiatus and getting back into the swing of things after a summer of travel. We've got that new school year feeling and are ready to get into some new habits and routines and kick our work lives into high gear! Plus, we have thoughts to share from our trips (Becca to Portugal, Grace to Sweden), so many reading recs, and infinite joyful that gravity blanket season is upon us. Join us on October 3 for our next book club discussing Save the Date by Morgan Matson. Can't get en...
Sep 26, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Ep 25•Transcript available on Metacast This episode we're discussing our "adult" book of the month, Ghosted by Rosie Walsh. Sarah and Eddie fall in love, and then he bails. But what really happens? Turns out they both have some pretty big secrets. There are a few twists in this one (which we didn't see coming), and it inspired us to talk a little bit about dating in New York (it's a battlefield). We both share our best (worst?) stories of being ghosted. We recorded this episode while on vacation in Morocco. This was one of the best t...
Sep 05, 2018•41 min•Ep 24•Transcript available on Metacast We're headed to Morocco today, so we have travel on the brain. Not to mention, we both have a serious case of wanderlust, generally. This week, we're answering all your travel questions — from the best apps for flights, our top destinations to travel next, and our packing strategy (or in Becca's case, lack thereof)! In other news, Grace almost couldn't go on this trip because of her passport drama, Becca's work life had a real turnaround (from low to high in one week), and Grace has a new style ...
Aug 29, 2018•44 min•Ep 23•Transcript available on Metacast This episode we're discussing our YA book of the month (even thought it's not really YA if you ask us), Circe by Madeline Miller. While a knowledge of Greek Mythology is definitely not mandatory to enjoy this book, if you loved mythology in school (we did!) this book will feel like a deeply personal reunion with all your mythology favs. We loved this book!!! We recorded this episode in Grace's parents' living room on Cape Cod. Cape Cod was both of our highs of the week - Grace came for a week an...
Aug 22, 2018•49 min•Ep 22•Transcript available on Metacast This week, we're answering all your NYC questions — whether you live here and need a new spot for a girls night out or you want to plan the best visit ever, we have so many recs! But otherwise, everything sucks... Grace's computer saga continues, Becca has the flu, and we have a few haters. Thank goodness we have some good book recs to get us through! Join us on August 22 for our next book club discussing Circe by Madeline Miller (and to see if Grace can figure out how to pronounce the title!) C...
Aug 15, 2018•52 min•Ep 21•Transcript available on Metacast This episode we're discussing another "adult" (not YA) book, All We Ever Wanted by Emily Giffin. She is one of our favorite authors and we both felt the same way. We didn't know if we'd like it, but we LOVED IT!!! Also in this episode: Becca's Mexico City adventure (spoiler: she might move there), Grace's recent streak of bad luck (RIP laptop), our instagram obsessions (@thatlinearttho and @sheisnotlost), and much more. Grace is whipping up DIY beauty concoctions, Becca is taking Spanish lessons...
Aug 08, 2018•39 min•Ep 20•Transcript available on Metacast Live from our Sayulita, Mexico vacation (complete with ambient jungle noise), our very first guest ep. We welcome BaubleBar alum and current Sephora Senior Editorial Director, Jackie Kropp, to answer all of our beauty questions. She schools us on the holy trinity of skincare ingredients, gives us some tough love on sunscreen (we're not using enough!!), and talks about her own struggle with hormonal acne. Join us on August 8th for our next book club discussing All We Ever Wanted by Emily Giffin (...
Aug 01, 2018•1 hr 5 min•Ep 19•Transcript available on Metacast This episode we're discussing Listen to Your Heart by Kasie West, which (so sorry) was actually awful. In this episode, we rip apart this book. We both hated it. (Seriously, so sorry!) But, it's still a good episode. Becca made up a clever new game and we talk about how we started our podcast. But also, Grace's plans to get Becca married off just so that we have a wedding to look forward to, our mutual neon sign obsession, and much much more. Sorry for picking a terrible book but honestly, it is...
Jul 25, 2018•58 min•Ep 18•Transcript available on Metacast This week, we're talking all about self care. And it's more than just face masks and baths! Sometimes self care is being your own parent and forcing yourself to do that thing you don't want to do. We're dishing on everything from our perfect self-care-day to self care on a budget to if you should feel guilty about taking time for yourself. Please read this amazing article we referenced on self care! Also Grace references this Yoga Nidra meditation . In addition to everything self-care, we're als...
Jul 18, 2018•53 min•Ep 17•Transcript available on Metacast This episode we're discussing A Million Junes by Emily Henry, which is basically a magical and modern version of Romeo & Juliet (without anyone dying). This book was so cute... we both really, really loved it! We are also talking about some major highs and lows, Grace's time on Cape Cod with her family, our current obsessions (both beauty related!), family drama + curses, and lots more. Join us on July 25th for our next book club discussing Listen to Your Heart by Kasie West. In the meantime, do...
Jul 11, 2018•53 min•Ep 16•Transcript available on Metacast In today's advice episode, we are talking about RUTS! We put the call out for questions on Instagram and were blown away by how many questions we got. We weren't able to answer them all but are tackling a bunch of them today! We also talk about the agony of dating in New York, our obsessions, and our favorites on Instagram (@thisisnewmoney and @designboom) + what we are reading right now. Articles referenced in this episode: Becca's post about burnout (so good!) and Grace's post about a day in t...
Jul 04, 2018•57 min•Ep 15•Transcript available on Metacast This episode we're discussing Social Creature by Tara Isabella Burton, a Talented Mr. Ripley story for the digital age. After killing her best friend, the murderer keeps her victim alive through her social media presence. Looking to avoid spoilers or just not into book eps? Book chat is 12:00 - 33:30. We're also talking about Grace's trip to Asia (and subsequent jetlag — this week's obsession: Ambien!) and Becca's unexpected trip to Florida. Folks, Florida is certainly no Asia, but there is Chil...
Jul 01, 2018•54 min•Ep 14•Transcript available on Metacast In today's advice episode, we answer a mix of your questions. How to network without being thaaat person, beating procrastination, and each of our approaches to shopping. We also discuss why we are the WORST trip planners ever (let's just say we planned this trip very last minute!), our obsessions (@heidiwynne + @megababe) and everything we're reading right now. Join us on June 27 for our first adult book pick: Social Creature by Tara Isabella Barton. Can't get enough Bad On Paper? Join our FB g...
Jun 20, 2018•47 min•Ep 13•Transcript available on Metacast It's our first listener's choice book club! You voted and we're discussing To All The Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han, a sweet high school rom com where the protagonist's love life goes from 0 to 60 when all her crushes accidentally receive secret love letters she wrote to them! We're also wondering who is actually reading YA - adults or teens? Then, Grace shares her witch-approved ex-boyfriend healing ritual and we both chat unpopular shopping favorites (Lulu's for Becca, Talbot's for Grace...
Jun 13, 2018•46 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast In today's episode we are sharing why we changed our name! But also, advice! We are talking about a bunch of random things this week. We got asked about our self-care routines, how to deal with disappointment, and how to pay down credit cards. We also talk about our obsessions (Becca's hair product obsession + a mascara update), and Grace's love of Clark's Botanicals.. Join us next week for our next book club to discuss To All The Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han. In the meantime, loving Bad ...
Jun 06, 2018•50 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast This Ep, we're talking about Famous In Love by Rebecca Serle. The book centers around a 17-year old Hollywood newcomer who is cast as the lead in a blockbuster trilogy based off a hit book series. There's drama galore! But we're also talking about our 90's Clinique faves, Becca's upcoming work hiatus, our favorite book fandoms, and what makes a good YA protagonist. Join us in 2 weeks for our next book club around To All The Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han. Can't get enough Bad On Paper? Join...
May 30, 2018•45 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast In this advice ep, we're talking all things career. We've gotten a ton of questions around changing career paths and we answer that today (spoiler: We say, go for it!) We also talk about being your own advocate, and the fact that it's totally normal not to know what you want to do. Also, Grace's thoughts on Glossier (+shower gel obsession), and Becca's introverted extrovert struggles. Join us next week for our next book club to discuss Famous in Love ! In the meantime, loving Bad on Paper? Join ...
May 23, 2018•42 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast Today we're talking about The Royal We , which is one of both of our favorite books. It's not exaacctly YA, but with the Royal Wedding come up, it felt appropriate. Also in this ep, we talk about our highs + lows (Grace is going to Cuba! Becca is in SF), our instagram obsessions (@garyjanetti + @the12ishstyle), the most glamorous shower gel ever and Becca's discontinued mascara. Join us in two weeks for our next book, Famous in Love ! Can't get enough Bad On Paper? Join our FB group for amazing ...
May 16, 2018•49 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast In this advice ep, we're talking all things friendship. Do you owe your friend a formal friendship breakup? How to keep old friends and make new ones when you're going through a major life change. And, should you talk about your salary with your close friends? (Spoiler, we think yes!) Becca also has some big news about her job and Grace is headed to the Kentucky Derby. Plus, Grace & Becca are taking a big trip (YA on the road anyone?). Links mentioned: Mollie's article on leaving your job . Join...
May 09, 2018•47 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast Today we're talking about The Thousandth Floor , one of our favorite books (probably because it's giving us MAJOR Gossip Girl vibes). Also in this ep, we chat reader book clubs, reminisce on our own ill-fated IRL book club, gush about the design book that turned Grace into a crazy internet stalker, and realize Becca is the Goldilocks of teen sex in YA books. Looking to avoid spoilers? Book chat is from 13:00 - 38:30. Join us a very special book club on 5/16 to celebrate the royal wedding, we'll ...
May 02, 2018•54 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast It's Advice Day! Today, Grace & Becca answer a range of your questions - from not comparing yourself to others, to getting over the "shame" of reading bad books, making more time to read, moving to a new city, and more! During the ep, G&B also discuss the fact that they can't stop buying shoes (Becca: M. Gemi; Grace: Loeffler Randall). Meanwhile, Grace has deleted all her dating apps and Becca can't stop following seltzer accounts on Instagram. Join us next week for our next book club to discuss...
Apr 25, 2018•51 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast Join Grace & Becca for their second book club discussing One Of Us Is Lyin g by Karen McManus. Think: The Breakfast Club meets Pretty Little Liars. This thriller really kept us guessing! During the ep, G&B also discuss the awfulness of hangovers in your 30's, Becca's new natural skincare routine, Grace's gravity blanket purchase, and whether you should re-read books you love. Join us for our next book club in 2 weeks to discuss The Thousandth Floor by Katharine McGee. Other books mentioned: Who'...
Apr 18, 2018•49 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast It's our first advice session! This week, Grace & Becca are answering a few of your career related questions. The ladies discuss taking a passion project/hobby and turning it into a career, asking for a promotion or more money at work, what they would have done differently right after college, + more. Plus, they also chat about current self care favorites (do you have a gravity blanket yet??), their favorite instagram accounts right now, + the highs and lows of the week. If you haven't already, ...
Apr 11, 2018•47 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast Our first book club is here!!! This week, Grace & Becca are discussing one of their fave young adult series, The Selection . Think The Bachelor meets The Hunger Games. The ladies discuss all the important topics: would you have entered the selection when you were 16? When was your childhood awkward phase? And team Aspen v. team Maxon. Plus, G & B discuss their fave workouts, their skincare obsessions, and which Instagram accounts they highly recommend you follow. In the meantime, loving Bad On P...
Apr 04, 2018•44 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast Introducing Bad On Paper podcast. Meet Grace Atwood and Becca Freeman. Every Wednesday, the ladies will dish up a new episode alternating between book clubs on the best/worst in young adult fiction and taking reader questions, covering everything from finding the right career to picking the perfect face mask! We're so excited you're listening! Join us next week for our first book club where we'll discuss a YA fave, The Selection. In the meantime, loving Bad On Paper? Join our FB group for amazin...
Mar 28, 2018•31 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast 
