Giggling about scandals, second holes, and splenda
Hosted by Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo
- 47m
- Transcript
Summary
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Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo return for another episode of Giggly Squad, unpacking everything from aging past thirty-five and vintage designer shopping to bizarre viral TikTok wellness habits like hot lemon water with Splenda. The hosts share hilarious anecdotes about trying new routines, getting overly competitive watching young children's sports, and dealing with parental involvement in business decisions. Along the way, they discuss recent pop culture moments, including Kelly Clarkson's mysterious encounter at a Brooklyn tchotchke store, upcoming international travel plans, and their favorite streaming television obsessions.
- Aging into your mid-thirties changes your perspective on health and wellness, making you take self-care much more seriously. 9:22
- When making major business or life decisions, getting your mom involved on a Zoom call with a notepad is a foolproof way to intimidate people. 41:47
- Sometimes you need a trusted friend to give you permission to quit a stressful project that is not serving your career. 31:52
Chapters
- 0:00Podcast Intro & Sweater Promotion
Hosts kick off the episode with a brief introduction and a promotion for Abercrombie sweaters.
- 1:01Waymo Safety & Personal Time
Discussion shifts to how autonomous rides provide a safe, private space for women to relax.
- 2:23Hershey's Salted Caramel Bars
Hosts switch to a sponsored segment about the new Hershey's Creme Bars and their treat moments.
- 4:00Second Hole Confusion & Humor
Hosts humorously discuss the concept of a 'second hole,' mixing personal anecdotes with playful banter.
- 5:00Lemon Water & Splenda Experiment
They experiment with hot lemon water, adding Splenda, and debate the health implications of artificial sweeteners.
- 6:00Vacation Planning & Family Dynamics
The episode moves to planning a trip with partner Dez, highlighting family involvement and travel logistics.
- 33:59Nana Gift Ideas & Product Pitch
Hosts discuss gifting ideas for Nana, including a Snuggie-inspired robe and a pasta subscription, blending humor with product promotion.
- 39:27Mom Influence in Business & Boundaries
They talk about how their mothers influence business decisions and the importance of setting boundaries.
- 43:55Fashion & Lifestyle Product Segments
The episode concludes with sponsored segments for Quince sweaters and Sam Edelman shoes, tying in fashion advice.
- 46:04Wayfair Home Makeover Promo
The hosts discuss a quick home redesign using Wayfair products, highlighting fast delivery and quality.
- 50:19Mom & Daughter Podcast Listening Rituals
The hosts share how their mothers and daughters listen to the podcast separately and then discuss it together, noting the bonding it creates.
Highlights
- 3:37
Tony Soprano Fashion Comparisonstory
Hannah walks into the recording space wearing a vintage YSL shirt, prompting Paige to joke that she looks like Tony Soprano while Paige resembles his mistress.
- 5:14
Embracing the Second Holeinsight
Paige jokes about how living in Miami makes her embrace her second ear piercing, which she completely ignores when she is back in New York City.
- 6:36
Hot Lemon Water With Splendastory
Inspired by a persuasive TikTok video, Hannah decides to try hot lemon water, but immediately ruins any health benefits by adding artificial sweetener.
- 9:52
The Masseter Botox Side Effectinsight
Hannah explains her complete lack of fear regarding medical side effects, proudly adopting a one-percent mentality when doctors warn of rare outcomes.
- 12:59
Kelly Clarkson's Brooklyn Dramadebate
The hosts break down the viral video of Kelly Clarkson visiting a boutique store in Brooklyn and getting into a standoff over a wooden bird.
- 27:06
Aggressive Four-Year-Old Soccerstory
Hannah describes watching her niece Lois relentlessly stiff-arm boys on the soccer field and momentarily feeling the terrifying urge to become an intense sports parent.
Quotes
“It's an autonomous ride with an empty driver's seat.”
Hannah Berner · 1:03 “I love a protein bar. I'm not going out into the world without my emergency protein bar.”
Hannah Berner · 19:13 “Live life adding a Splenda. Life is short, add a Splenda.”
Hannah Berner · 8:39 “We deserve to disassociate safely for 20 minutes.”
Hannah Berner · 1:44 “The only time I've ever gotten an acidic fruit was if I do limes because I'm making guacamole.”
Hannah Berner · 7:14 “Whenever a girl wears shorts to the gym, her book gets burned.”
Hannah Berner · 55:00
Sponsored segments
- Waymo 2:01–2:18
- Hershey's 2:23–3:15
- Arm and Hammer Hardball Cat Litter 18:49–19:13
- Stars and Honey 20:00–20:15
- Ladder 21:01–21:27
- Talkiatory 21:46–22:48
- Quince 43:55–44:53
- Wayfair 46:04–47:20
- Revolve 47:47–49:52
About this episode
Paige is embracing a new side of herself and Hannah is the face of the health community because she drank lemon water once.
Transcript
12,117 words · 6 speakers
Speaker names marked are inferred from speaking time and the show’s known hosts — they are not voice-verified.
Topics
- Splenda
- Miami
- Brooklyn
- Sam Edelman
- Target
- White Claw
- Denver
- Ali's
- Arm and Hammer
- New York City
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