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Giggly Squad

Hosted by Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo

54m
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Original podcast

Summary

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Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo return for another episode of Giggly Squad, sharing their unfiltered observations on modern life, dating standards, and friendship dynamics. The hosts discuss everything from male body obsession on the Jersey Shore to the historical gay allegory behind The Little Mermaid, mixed with personal anecdotes about family gatherings, toddler hide-and-seek, and getting stung by bees as an adult. They also recount hilarious everyday blunders, such as a self-tanner exploding in a makeup bag and the absurdities of social media profile pictures, bringing their trademark banter and comedic relief to the table. What makes the episode worth listening to is the effortless chemistry between the hosts, who turn mundane frustrations and pop culture deep-dives into relatable, laugh-out-loud commentary.

  • Protect your peace during travel by taking advantage of quiet, autonomous rides where you can completely disengage. 1:05
  • When shopping for high-end luxury essentials like cashmere without the brand markup, look for direct-to-consumer alternatives. 53:21
  • Embrace the comfort of having your workout routines and progression tracked automatically by expert trainers on your phone. 31:03
  • Do not let makeup bag explosions ruin your week; just laugh it off and treat your skin to a new, long-lasting glow. 44:13

Chapters

  1. 0:00
    New Workout Gear Launch

    Hosts introduce Abercrombie & Berry's Y P B collection, highlighting leggings, shorts, bras, and jackets for the red room.

  2. 0:32
    Women’s Home‑Life Safety Rituals

    Discussion of the constant awareness women maintain at home, including ETA sharing and safety concerns, leading into the appeal of autonomous rides.

  3. 1:05
    Waymo’s Private Ride Experience

    Hosts explain how Waymo’s empty driver seat offers a private, customizable space for relaxation and mental reset.

  4. 2:28
    Sponsored Segment: Hershey’s Creme Bars

    Hosts promote Hershey’s Salted Caramel and Afogato creme bars as a treat‑yourself moment during a busy day.

  5. 28:52
    Cat‑Parenting & Holiday Prep

    Hosts discuss cat care, Arm & Hammer Hardball Cat Litter, and preparing for holiday guests.

  6. 29:23
    Protein Bars & Fitness Apps

    Promotion of Stars and Honey protein bars and the Ladder workout app for consistent training and nutrition.

  7. 33:32
    Mental Health & Psychiatry Services

    Hosts advertise Talkiatory, an online psychiatric care platform offering diagnosis and medication management.

  8. 35:54
    Bee Sting Story & Allergy Awareness

    Hosts recount a bee sting incident and discuss the importance of allergy testing and awareness for children.

  9. 48:32
    Fake Tan Fiasco & Makeup Mishaps

    Hosts share a humorous tale of a fake tan explosion and the resulting skin mishap, highlighting everyday beauty blunders.

  10. 50:04
    Fashion & Footwear Focus

    Hosts showcase Sam Edelman shoes for autumn, emphasizing style and versatility for various occasions.

  11. 51:05
    Fashion & Home Shopping Deals

    The hosts promote new fashion lines, handbags, fragrances, and a men's collection, then highlight Wayfair’s quick delivery and rewards program for home décor.

  12. 52:48
    Quince: Affordable Luxury Essentials

    Discussion of Quince’s premium cashmere, organic cotton, and denim, emphasizing ethical sourcing and significant price cuts compared to luxury brands.

Highlights

  • 0:38

    Constant Safety Awarenessinsight

    The hosts discuss how women never truly clock out of their safety, constantly having to share ETAs, check routes, and stay alert even when exhausted.

  • 7:04

    Jersey Shore Male Body Obsessionstory

    Paige observes a group of men on the Jersey Shore spending a full 45 minutes talking exclusively about their bodies, routines, and proteins.

  • 10:46

    The 1800s BBL Bustleinsight

    Hannah explains that bustles in the 1800s were essentially historical BBLs used to create large, curvy shapes under dresses.

  • 20:44

    The Little Mermaid Queer Allegoryinsight

    Hannah explains literary theories that Hans Christian Andersen wrote The Little Mermaid as a queer allegory for unrequited same-sex love.

  • 37:52

    Getting Stung by a Beestory

    Hannah recounts the dramatic ordeal of getting double-stung by a bee on her ear and finger during a family gathering and immediately sleeping it off.

  • 44:13

    Exploding Fake Tanner Disasterstory

    Hannah shares a hilarious anecdote about a cheap Amazon fake tanner exploding in her makeup bag and accidentally dying her skin and wrist like a cheetah.

Quotes

  • “I was thinking about how women have so many little things we have to do when we're getting home that you have to be aware of.”
    Hannah Berner · 0:32
  • “And you know, I love alone time, and I truly feel like it's such a luxury in a Waymo.”
    Paige DeSorbo · 1:14
  • “I have one of these moments, oh, I don't know, every day around 2 o'clock.”
    Paige DeSorbo · 2:42
  • “I love a protein bar. I’m not going out into the world without my emergency protein bar.”
    Hannah Berner · 29:47
  • “I feel something from my, um, I was just gonna say my thimble.”
    Paige DeSorbo · 34:39
  • Stars and Honey 30:00–30:45
  • Ladder 31:00–31:56
  • Talkiatory 32:00–33:00
  • Sam Edelman 50:00–51:00
  • Wayfair 51:05–52:24
  • Quince 52:48–56:18
  • Target 1:09:34–1:10:17

About this episode

Hannah is having an identity crisis and Paige loves sitting too much to get a BBL. shop summer merch

Transcript

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