This week's guest needs no introduction! Linda Wells , the founder of Flesh Beauty and founding editor at Allure Magazine joins us for a conversation about beauty, careers, and more. Linda walks us through her entire career, beginning with her first interviews right out of college (and when her interviewer made her cry), to launching Allure, and most recently the creation of Flesh. We also dive into career advice, behind the scenes of the Best of Beauty awards, and of course, her favorite produc...
May 22, 2019•2 hr 49 min•Ep 55•Transcript available on Metacast It's just us this episode!! We’re doing a little bit of self-reflection today, talking about the differences between being in your twenties versus your thirties. Hopefully, for those of you in your twenties, we can offer a little advice. And for those of you in your thirties with us, we know you’ll relate! From the difference in how we date now, to what we thought our lives would look like in our thirties, this episode was fun to reflect on. Also in this episode, Becca is obsessed with organizin...
May 15, 2019•1 hr 18 min•Ep 54•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we had so much fun recording with the Rayna Greenberg and Ashley Hesseltine from the Girls Gotta Eat Podcast! We talk about all things dating, from go-to first date outfits, to getting over a break-up (like… NOW), and of course, how to handle people who hound you about your love life. We also talk about making friends as an adult (it might include starting your own podcast!), creating a life you love, and the best restaurants in NYC. Also in this episode, Becca is curtain-less, ...
May 08, 2019•2 hr 58 min•Ep 53•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we sat down with the extremely talented and hilarious Kathryn Gallagher , one of the stars of one of our favorite shows, You! We love Kathryn’s focus body positivity and her perspective on how to handle the hard days. She also gives great advice on developing more confidence and for aspiring actors. Kathryn is amazing, and we know you’re gonna love her! Also in this episode, WE’RE GOING ON TOUR! Go to badonpaper.com/live to find more details and buy tickets! Also, Becca is offic...
May 01, 2019•1 hr 22 min•Ep 52•Transcript available on Metacast We’re back for a bonus episode with no other than Helena Glazer . We couldn’t get enough of her! Today we are talking about marriage and parenthood, and balancing both with her successful blog, Brooklyn Blonde ! We also talk about her holy grail skincare and listening to what your skin needs, balancing “Insta-pretty” and “Insta-real,” and the secret to walking in heels in the city (hint… it involves a second pair of shoes). We had such a blast recording this episode with Helena. Make sure to fol...
Apr 29, 2019•47 min•Ep 51•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we have one of our favorite bookworms and bloggers, Helena Glazer, joining us for the Daisy Jones & the Six book club! We highly value Helena’s book opinion, so we knew she had to be a pod guest. You guys raved about this book, so we’re excited to talk with Helena about it! Also in this episode, Becca is obsessed with the Sleep Cycle app, and Grace loves following body-positive influencer, @CaralynMirand . Because Helena is amazing and we had so many questions for her, we are re...
Apr 24, 2019•52 min•Ep 50•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we are talking about work, specifically striking out on your own and being your own boss. We talk about our past jobs, how we decided to start working for ourselves, and the best and worst parts of self-employment. Plus we get super honest about how we manage finances while being self-employed. Of course, we have lots of hard-won advice for anyone who is considering going out on their own. Also in this episode, Grace is obsessed with a future BOP guest and You star, Kathryn Gall...
Apr 17, 2019•2 hr 39 min•Ep 49•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we sat down with Indie Lee , founder of her namesake clean beauty brand. Indie has an incredible story that led to not only led to her finding her purpose and passion (and launching her amazing beauty line), but also her insanely positive outlook on life. We talk about living life following the 80/20 rule, skincare products worth splurging on, and doing what makes you happiest. Indie is a breath of fresh air - we loved getting to sit down with her. Also in this episode, we are s...
Apr 10, 2019•1 hr 28 min•Ep 48•Transcript available on Metacast We are so excited about today's guest: Alyssa Mastromonaco. Alyssa is the co-host of the Crooked Media podcast Hysteria , a New York Times Best Selling Author, AND was the White House Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations for the Obama administration! We ask her a million questions, from how to stay calm in a high pressure job, to how to talk productive conversations with people whose political views differ from yours, to three things she would take to a desert island. This episode is one of our ...
Apr 03, 2019•2 hr 51 min•Ep 47•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we are talking about the craziest, scariest and most twisted book: Verity by Colleen Hoover . YOU GUYS. It’s hard to put this book into words, because it was so good and so messed up! Becca was terrified to quit reading this book because she knew she would have nightmares, and Grace went out drinking when she finished it. We can’t wait to hear your thoughts on it! Also in this episode, WE SOLD OUT OUR LIVE SHOW! We are convinced you can do anything if you have the confidence of ...
Mar 27, 2019•53 min•Ep 46•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we are talking to one of the most inspiring people on Instagram (and one of our live show guests!), Chinae Alexander ! Chinae is an influencer, a podcast host (check out Press Send !), a makeup extraordinaire, and fitness icon. We talk about a little of everything, from removing toxicity and body confidence, to her holy grail skincare products and her favorite under-the-radar makeup brands. Chinae also shares her amazing dating app success story and her stance on the pressure su...
Mar 20, 2019•2 hr 36 min•Ep 45•Transcript available on Metacast In today’s episode, we have the incredible Hitha Palepu ! Seriously, is there anything that Hitha can’t do? You’ve heard us obsess over her Five Smart Reads newsletter, but Hitha is also the CEO and co-founder of Rho Pharmaceuticals, the creator of the blog “Hitha on the Go,” the author of How to Pack: Travel Smart for Any Trip , and a full time mom (Our first mom to be featured on the pod!) to her son Rho, with another on the way! We’re tired just thinking about how she does it all. Hitha share...
Mar 13, 2019•2 hr 37 min•Ep 44•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, *cue Oprah voice* it’s Grace and Becca’s favorite things! We are taking our weekly obsessions to a new level. We talk about everything we are loving right now, from TV shows and podcasts, to beauty products and clothing. We didn’t want you to miss any of these recommendations, so we have listed every one of them in our Facebook group, so now is the perfect time to join! Also in this episode, Becca has a horrible book hangover from Ashley Spivey’s recommendation, The Idea of You,...
Mar 06, 2019•1 hr 15 min•Ep 42•Transcript available on Metacast It's our first bonus episode! And with no other than our favorite book lover, Ashley Spivey ! We just couldn't get enough of her. Today we are talking all things the Bachelor (Becca thinks someone should write a dystopian book about what happens behind the scenes), books (including her favorite book instagrammers - get a notepad ready!), and seriously the weirdest questions you guys have ever asked (like..."Have you ever seen Leonardo Dicaprio from your apartment?"). We had a blast recording thi...
Mar 04, 2019•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we are joined by our favorite fellow book lover, Ashley Spivey , to talk about this month's bookclub pick, 99 Percent Mine by Sally Thorne. Ashley runs a Facebook group bookclub with over 11,000 members, co-hosts the podcast He Said She Said, AND was on The Bachelor! We can't think of a better fit to help us talk about this month's book. Readers beware... by the end of this episode, you may just have a cart full of new books because Ashley's recommendations are endless! Also in ...
Feb 27, 2019•1 hr 11 min•Ep 41•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we sat down with the fashionable, smart, and all-around wonderful Blair Eadie , the founder of Atlantic-Pacific! We ask her all your fashion and life questions, like why she started her blog, why she has chosen to keep it fashion-focused, her go to bargain finds, and the worst fad she participated in during high school (it includes an Avril Lavigne phase). Plus: the behind the scenes scoop on her clothing line and how wedding planning is going. We LOVE her and we know you will t...
Feb 20, 2019•1 hr 14 min•Ep 40•Transcript available on Metacast Happy Galentine’s Day! We are celebrating this girl power holiday by going on a friend-date and of course, hanging out with you! We are answering the age old question… “How the F do I make friends as an adult?!” Plus, how to set boundaries with friends, balancing boyfriends and gal pals, how cupcakes can mend friend fallouts, and how to have a successful long-distance friendship. Also in this episode, Becca is obsessed with her new Halogen sweater, and Grace is loving the Instagram account Histo...
Feb 13, 2019•1 hr•Ep 39•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we sat down with Jared Freid , a prolific podcast host, dating expert, and standup comedian! We couldn't stop laughing the entire episode! We ask all of your dating questions, including what to say to people who claim you are "too picky" and why ex still watches your Instagram stories. Also in this episode, Becca finds out that her dream job exists (there are people who write Lifetime movies as their full time job?!), Jared is obsessed with TLC (the TV network... not the girl gr...
Feb 06, 2019•2 hr 41 min•Ep 38•Transcript available on Metacast It’s our first book episode of 2019! Today we are talking about Little White Lies by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. We loved it! It’s a little bit Gossip Girl and a little bit Pretty Little Liars or Paper Princess. This book is soap opera-level drama and it has a twist so good, even Grace didn’t see it coming! We can’t wait to hear your thoughts on this book. Speaking of books, Grace finished her tenth book of 2019 this weekend, while Becca finished her seventh. Also, Grace has resolved to only buy books...
Jan 30, 2019•1 hr•Ep 37•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we get to hang with BET style director Danielle Prescod, and we are obsessed! She is a self-proclaimed over sharer so this episode was extra fun to record! Danielle is a pop-culture expert, style icon, and fitness enthusiast. We asked her all your questions in a fun lightening round (including tips on how to take the best selfie and of course, DATING) and she walks us through her career thus far, and how she ended up at BET! Also in this episode, Becca and Danielle decide to hav...
Jan 23, 2019•2 hr 34 min•Ep 36•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we are talking all things wellness! We evaluate our health goals for 2019 and how we're doing. We talk about our current health-strengths, and where we need improvement (Grace admits "Dry-January" isn't going as planned)! Becca is on a cookbook craze and Grace is a solid week into the celery juice craze. Also in this episode, Grace got a gadget to fix her posture and Becca has a book hangover! Can't get enough Bad On Paper? Join our FB group for amazing book recs & more Follow u...
Jan 16, 2019•47 min•Ep 35•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we are so excited to hangout with Katie Sturino from @the12ishstyle and the founder of Megababe! We LOVE her and we know you will too! We ask all of your questions and talk about everything from body positivity to our best first date ideas. This may just be our favorite episode yet! Also in this episode, Grace and Katie share their love/hate relationship with celery juice and Becca discovers how much she loves chicken thighs! Tyrion also got a remote control mouse for Christmas ...
Jan 09, 2019•1 hr 16 min•Ep 34•Transcript available on Metacast In our first episode back from holiday hiatus, we're excited to share the changes we have planned for the pod this year. We're also announcing our first pod guest (who we have a HUGE friend-crush on), and our first book club pick of the year! We're fully rested and ready for a great year of podding. Also in this episode: Grace finds out she is on the USPS naughty list, we're both sharing our favorite and least favorite books of 2018, and our secret for making New Year's resolutions come true (hi...
Jan 02, 2019•1 hr 9 min•Ep 33•Transcript available on Metacast In our last episode before our holiday hiatus, we are discussing The Proposal, by Jasmine Guillory. This was our first foray into romance novels (it gets a little steamy) but we think Jasmine Guillory does a great job (we both want this one to get a movie deal!) Also in this episode: we both have had friends in town and are entertaining like crazy, Becca got a cool gadget that makes iced coffee and Grace looooves her reading socks. Can't get enough Bad On Paper? Join our FB group for amazing boo...
Nov 14, 2018•47 min•Ep 32•Transcript available on Metacast It's a very festive advice ep! We're talking about everything from dealing with the "Why are you still single?" questions at the holiday table to making small talk at holiday parties to the best gift picks and more! Also in this episode, Grace's new baby (!!!!) and Becca's new comforter obsession! Can't get enough Bad On Paper? Join our FB group for amazing book recs & more Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast Sponsors: Follain: visit Follain.com/bop to get your clean essentials kit for $22...
Nov 07, 2018•48 min•Ep 31•Transcript available on Metacast Happy Halloween! This episode, we're discussing our YA book of the month, Children of Bone and Blood! This was our first foray into the action/fantasy segment of YA reads and we LOVED IT. Also in this episode: we're both having a rough week. Becca is obsessed with her pineapple shaped eyeshadow from Tarte and Grace loves her Rihanna lip gloss. Can't get enough Bad On Paper? Join our FB group for amazing book recs & more Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast Sponsors: Care/of: use code BOP to...
Oct 31, 2018•46 min•Ep 30•Transcript available on Metacast This week we're tacking a grab bag of advice topics — we're talking everything from friendship to beauty buys to favorite podcasts. In other news, Becca had a Whole30 fridge fail, and Grace's face is falling off with the change of seasons. Plus, we're both embracing fall coziness and have some candle recs! Can't get enough Bad On Paper? Join our FB group for amazing book recs & more Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast Sponsors: LOLA: use code BOP to get 40% off your first subscription orde...
Oct 24, 2018•59 min•Ep 29•Transcript available on Metacast This episode we're discussing our adult book of the month, Charlotte Walsh Likes to Win, by Jo Piazza! We LOVED this book. It's simultaneously such an important book (it's the first fiction book about a woman running for office), but it's also a light, easy read. This book sparked some important conversation (We were nervous to talk about politics here!) Join us next week for advice, and in two weeks for our YA Pick... Children of Bone and Blood! Can't get enough Bad On Paper? Join our FB group ...
Oct 17, 2018•1 hr 5 min•Ep 28•Transcript available on Metacast On this week's advice ep, we're diving deep on two in-depth advice queries. In the first, a listener is struggling with being hated by her boyfriend's friends. Then, we reply to another listener question from someone who is wondering if they should break up with their bestie. But it's not all tough situations! Becca has a work victory, Grace finally got some quality time with her gravity blanket, and we have a new favorite podcast. Plus, we explore the joy that is The Rock's Instagram account. C...
Oct 10, 2018•46 min•Ep 27•Transcript available on Metacast This episode we're discussing our YA book of the month, Save the Date by Morgan Matson. This is the cute story of a big family, + a wedding where anything and everything can go wrong. Spoiler alert (though you probably already guessed it) Becca loved it, Grace was just meh. This episode made us nostalgic! It gave Becca big family envy and made Grace think about the nice boys she dated in high school. Oh, to be young! Join us next week for advice, and in two weeks for our "adult" pick: Charlotte ...
Oct 03, 2018•47 min•Ep 26•Transcript available on Metacast 
