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Giggling about networking, nervous stomachs, and tough mudders

Giggly Squad

Hosted by Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo

54m
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Original podcast

Summary

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The hosts open the episode by discussing the exhaustion of constantly being aware of your safety, especially for women when traveling home or taking a ride share. They then dive into a chaotic recap of New York Fashion Week and the US Open, detailing celebrity sightings, accidental awkward comments to Jalen Brunson and Ben Stiller, and unexpected encounters with major media figures like the New York Times. Later in the episode, the conversation shifts to dental procedures involving unexpected rubber bands, the realities of extreme running events like Tough Mudders, and initial thoughts on reality television shows like The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.

  • You should use a ride share service or autonomous vehicle like Waymo when you need to safely disassociate and take a break from being mentally on. 1:01
  • You can use a flying insect trap like Zivo with UV light to clear fruit flies out of your home without hassle. 18:29
  • You should check out fashion retail sites like Revolve when you need a wardrobe refresh or an easy outfit for seasonal transitions. 50:01
  • You can try an app like Ladder if you want structured, preset workout plans with in-ear coaching to remove the guesswork from strength training. 31:00

Chapters

  1. 0:00
    Intro and Sweater Season

    Hosts kick off the episode with a lighthearted talk about sweater trends and personal wardrobe choices.

  2. 0:36
    Waymo Ride Experience

    The conversation shifts to the benefits of autonomous rides, focusing on privacy and safety for women.

  3. 2:08
    Networking and Tennis Networking

    Discussion about networking challenges, tennis experiences, and the importance of building connections in sports.

  4. 4:20
    Fashion Week and US Open Anecdotes

    Hosts recount chaotic experiences at Fashion Week and the US Open, blending humor with personal stories.

  5. 18:00
    Product Ads: Zivo, Revolve, Ladder

    Multiple product advertisements interspersed, covering insect traps, fashion retailers, and workout apps.

  6. 36:39
    Fashion Week Recap and Style Tips

    Hosts reflect on Fashion Week experiences, share styling advice, and discuss brand collaborations.

  7. 41:00
    Closing and Final Thoughts

    The episode wraps up with final reflections, future plans, and a brief outro.

  8. 48:17
    Ad: Quince Clothing Promo

    Hosts promote Quince’s affordable luxury apparel with a discount code.

  9. 50:01
    Revolve Shopping Experience

    Discussion of Revolve’s curated fashion, fast shipping, and return policy.

  10. 52:18
    Invisalign Experience and Rubber Bands

    Hannah recounts a chaotic Invisalign appointment and the confusion over rubber bands.

  11. 58:37
    Tough Mudder and Running Culture

    Hosts debate the appeal of Tough Mudder, shitting in races, and the broader running community.

  12. 1:04:02
    Mormon Reality TV Critique

    They criticize the portrayal of Mormon families on reality TV and discuss show dynamics.

Highlights

  • 4:18

    Giants Game Appearance and Media Reactionstory

    The guest recounts attending a New York Giants game in a VIP box with athletes, leading to unexpected sports page coverage and amused reactions from fans.

  • 10:38

    Never Networked in My Lifeinsight

    The host admits she has never networked or asked anyone for coffee after college, preferring organic interactions where people come to her.

  • 16:24

    Awkward Encounter with Ben Stillerstory

    The host describes an awkward moment at the US Open where she tried to spark a conversation with Ben Stiller and Jalen Brunson by randomly mentioning her grandfather coached basketball in Brooklyn.

  • 25:06

    Stumbling Upon the New York Timesstory

    The host and guest describe being stopped by important-looking people at a fashion event who turned out to be from the New York Times, prompting an awkward compliment.

  • 27:49

    Asked to Spell Mademoisellestory

    The guest shares a stressful red carpet experience where an interviewer unexpectedly asked her to spell Mademoiselle on the spot.

  • 38:01

    Protesters at the Coase Showstory

    The guest details attending a fashion show where multiple protesters interrupted the runway, prompting her to reassure a nervous model next to her.

  • 52:18

    Getting Invisalign with Rubber Bandsstory

    The host describes the agony of returning to Invisalign treatment as an adult and being unpleasantly surprised by the addition of orthodontic rubber bands.

Quotes

  • “And that's why riding in a Waymo feels different.”
    Hannah Berner · 1:01
  • “We deserve to disassociate safely for 20 minutes.”
    Hannah Berner · 1:44
  • “Knowing Waymo's safer, there's something refreshing in having that space where you can just be yourself and let Waymo handle the driving.”
    Hannah Berner · 1:52
  • “Because we're not doing all that getting dressed just to let him show up in a t-shirt.”
    Paige DeSorbo · 48:17
  • “The sweater that somehow works with everything, the jeans you know will always fit just right, and the bag you carry everywhere?”
    Paige DeSorbo · 48:30
  • “I love that you got on Tough Mudder TikTok.”
    Hannah Berner · 58:37
  • “There's something so beautiful about chasing your dream against all odds.”
    Hannah Berner · 1:00:06
  • Waymo 2:01–2:18
  • Hershey's 2:23–3:10
  • Zivo 17:42–19:53
  • Revolve 29:02–29:39
  • Ladder 31:00–32:22
  • Stars and Honey 32:27–34:45
  • Cozy 46:22–46:58
  • Sam Edelman 47:12–48:08
  • Quince 48:37–49:31
  • Revolve 51:57–52:06
  • Experian 1:08:50–1:09:02

About this episode

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Transcript

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12,790 words · 5 speakers

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

Topics

  • Invisalign
  • Tough Mudder
  • ABC
  • Hulu
  • Target
  • New York City Marathon
  • Giggly Squad
  • TikTok
  • The Bachelor
  • Disney

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