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Giggling about mascots, milk, and Mount Everest

Giggly Squad

Hosted by Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo

46m
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Original podcast

Summary

Written by a model from the transcript; not yet reviewed.

Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo return with another episode of Giggly Squad, unpacking everything from cutting accidental bangs for the Venice Film Festival to the hidden mental load women carry just getting home safely. The hosts swap stories about old-man tennis injuries, diner milk order debates with husbands, and the chaotic reality of working with Gen Z assistants. Paige opens up about why she felt compelled to speak out in online comments against a tone-deaf corporate apology regarding domestic violence, detailing her own past survival and the frustrating pushback from male internet trolls. Later, the conversation shifts to celebratory highlights, including a young fan who climbed Mount Everest, the iconic status of Mrs. Met entering the Mascot Hall of Fame, and the relentless athletic dominance of twelve-year-old pitcher Kinsley Rasmus.

  • Recognize the exhausting mental toll and lack of safety clocking out when navigating the city as a woman. 0:58
  • Set clear interpersonal boundaries by using the phrase you lack the bandwidth for difficult interactions. 14:23
  • Stand firm against online minimization of domestic violence and refuse to engage with bad-faith commenters. 27:15
  • Embrace personal reinvention with the changing seasons by trying out entirely new aesthetics and outfits. 45:53

Chapters

  1. 0:00
  2. 2:23
    Hershey's Creme Bars Promotion

    Hosts promote Hershey's Salted Caramel and Afegato creme bars, sharing personal treat moments and product details.

  3. 3:33
    Podcast G-Word Rules

    Hosts explain the rules around using the letter G in the podcast, joking about pronunciation and internal etiquette.

  4. 5:49
    Personal Anecdotes & Travel Plans

    Hosts share travel mishaps, including a canceled trip to Venice and plans for the US Open, interweaving personal stories.

  5. 33:05
    Domestic Violence Discussion

    Hosts candidly discuss domestic violence, survivor experiences, and the importance of respectful language and support.

  6. 38:24
    Women of the Week Highlights

    Hosts spotlight notable women, from mountaineers to athletes, celebrating achievements and sharing inspirational stories.

  7. 42:21
    Fashion & Lifestyle Segments

    Hosts promote fashion brands (Quince, Sam Edelman, Revolve) and lifestyle products (Wayfair), offering discounts and styling tips.

  8. 49:22
    Introduction & Ad Read

    The episode opens with a brief intro and a promotional ad for Target and White Claw.

  9. 50:16
    Mascot Hall of Fame Debate

    They debate the existence and criteria of a Mascot Hall of Fame, citing examples like Penn State’s Bucky Badger.

  10. 51:00
    First Pitch & Personal Stories

    A personal anecdote about a first pitch at a Mets game and the host’s family dynamics is shared.

  11. 55:50
    Coffee Machine Saga & Sibling Rivalry

    The hosts humorously recount a coffee machine mishap and their brothers’ quirky habits.

  12. 57:05
    Nighttime TV & Packing Chaos

    They describe late-night TV binges, the struggle of packing for a trip, and the looming US Open.

Highlights

  • 0:49

    The Constant Mental Loadinsight

    The hosts discuss how women can never truly clock out of their safety when traveling home alone, constantly monitoring their routes and surroundings.

  • 4:09

    Slipped Disc Tennis Matchstory

    Hannah explains how she stubbornly refused to stop playing tennis against older men after slipping a disc in her back.

  • 15:12

    Diner Milk Argumentstory

    Hannah recounts a hilarious diner debate with her husband over ordering skim milk versus whole milk in front of an exhausted waitress.

  • 27:15

    Speaking Out on Abuseinsight

    Paige explains why she broke her rule against engaging with online drama to publicly criticize a corporate apology that ignored domestic violence.

  • 35:07

    Escaping Bad Relationshipsinsight

    The hosts discuss how narcissistic partners frequently target strong, smart, independent women during vulnerable moments.

  • 38:55

    Youngest Everest Climberdata

    Hannah shares an inspiring message from Bianca Adler, the youngest Australian woman to successfully climb Mount Everest.

  • 41:30

    Twelve-Year-Old Phenom Pitcherstory

    The hosts highlight twelve-year-old Kinsley Rasmus, daughter of a former MLB pitcher, who is crushing records in the Little League World Series.

  • 49:48

    Mrs. Met Mascot Honordata

    Mrs. Met is celebrated as the first female mascot inducted into the Mascot Hall of Fame due to her iconic physical attributes.

Quotes

  • “And that's why riding in a Waymo feels different. It's an autonomous ride with an empty driver's seat.”
    Hannah Berner · 1:01
  • “I have one of these moments, oh, I don't know, every day around 2 o'clock.”
    Paige DeSorbo · 2:37
  • “She has the most amazing butt, like, to the point that, like, people are physically attracted to Mrs. Met. Like, you can't not look at her and be like, okay, it's hot.”
    Hannah Berner · 50:07
  • “Equality for mascots. Today, Des Bishop, Michael's Boone, is throwing the first pitch on the Irish Heritage Night of the Mets game.”
    Hannah Berner · 51:00
  • “I just realized that. Like, my brother takes care of me. He's like, 'What do you wanna eat? What do you need?'”
    Hannah Berner · 54:00
  • “By the way, adding on to getting older, Des and I put on a show in bed at, like, 8:30.”
    Hannah Berner · 56:40
  • “The Agency, which is on Paramount Plus with the really hot Irish guy. I forget his name.”
    Hannah Berner · 58:06
  • Ladder 19:02–19:59
  • Arm and Hammer Hardball Cat Litter 20:08–20:53
  • Stars and Honey 21:12–21:55
  • Talkiatory 22:00–22:59
  • Quince 42:25–43:19
  • Sam Edelman 43:35–44:49
  • Wayfair 44:55–46:09
  • Revolve 46:15–48:15
  • Target 1:00:18–1:01:15

About this episode

Giggly Squad technically climbed Mount Everest and Paige cut bangs. shop summer merch

Transcript

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11,133 words · 6 speakers

Speaker names marked are inferred from speaking time and the show’s known hosts — they are not voice-verified.

Topics

  • Venice
  • Italy
  • Paramount Plus
  • The Agency
  • White Claw

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