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Giggling about the garden, grandpas, and energy healers

Giggly Squad

Hosted by Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo

52m
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Original podcast

Summary

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In this episode of Giggly Squad, hosts Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo process the overwhelming news that they have sold out multiple nights at Madison Square Garden for their comedy tour. Between bouts of tour planning, wardrobe discussions, and unbuttoning their tight jeans, the hosts dive into a chaotic array of topics including accidental donations to AI-generated cat shelter scams, annual sessions with a remote energy healer who channels deceased grandpas, and the surprising history of chopped liver in Jewish American culture. They also debate microwave etiquette, romantic slow burns, and why they refuse to get matching tattoos after major life milestones.

Throughout the conversation, the hosts share candid anecdotes about their upbringing, dealing with family members who moonlight as stand-up comedians, and their recent pop culture obsessions like reality television and fashion shows. Toward the end, Hannah wrestles with a sudden case of hiccups while attempting to wrap up the show, turning the sign-off into a test of survival. The episode combines the chaotic, free-flowing energy of two friends processing success in real time with humorous observations on modern womanhood and pop culture.

  • Always verify online fundraising links before donating, as scammers are increasingly using artificial intelligence to create convincing animal shelter pleas. 7:54
  • Avoid slow burn romances if your gut instinct tells you there is no immediate chemistry or physical attraction from the start. 1:00:35
  • Stop the microwave before the timer hits zero to avoid the jarring alarm and reduce unnecessary kitchen anxiety. 37:53
  • Check clothing items and personal belongings thoroughly on resale platforms like Depop to find specific vintage pieces rather than buying new. 29:11

Chapters

  1. 0:00
    Target Bag Teaser

    Hosts introduce the episode with a playful hook about Target bags and what they contain.

  2. 1:33
    Rothies Clog Promotion

    Hosts promote Rothies clogs, noting comfort and popularity.

  3. 2:34
    Madison Square Garden Tour Planning

    Discussion of the group's tour strategy, MSG shows, and logistical challenges.

  4. 7:05
    Microwave Etiquette Debate

    Hosts debate microwave etiquette and personal kitchen habits.

  5. 8:53
    Energy Healing Experience

    One host shares a personal energy healer session, detailing sensations and outcomes.

  6. 23:37
    Wisp Health Platform Pitch

    Hosts promote Wisp, a women's health platform, offering discounts and services.

  7. 25:03
    NutraFol Hair Supplement

    Promotion of NutraFol hair growth supplement with listener discount code.

  8. 26:48
    Revolve Shopping Talk

    Hosts discuss Revolve's fashion offerings and how it fits their personal style.

  9. 29:03
    MSG Outfit Breakdown

    Hosts dissect a MSG outfit, sharing fashion choices and styling tips.

  10. 43:50
    Tattoos and Identity

    Hosts discuss tattoos, gender expectations, and personal boundaries.

  11. 46:45
    Real Housewives of Potomac Drama

    The hosts riff on a scandalous episode of Real Housewives of Potomac involving a husband’s dating app confession.

  12. 48:49
    Giggly Squad Community Shoutout

    A brief thank‑you to Gisele Bryant and a nod to the Giggly Squad’s supportive fan base.

Highlights

  • 2:43

    Unbuttoning Jeans Live on Airstory

    The hosts immediately interrupt the show to unbutton their tight jeans, discussing the physical discomfort of sitting down in restrictive denim and dealing with clothing issues.

  • 4:22

    Selling Out Madison Square Gardendata

    The hosts reflect on the surreal experience of expanding their comedy tour and selling out Madison Square Garden multiple times, trying to figure out how to scale up their production.

  • 7:41

    Scammed by AI Cat Videosstory

    The guest admits she fell victim to an Instagram scam featuring an old man and artificial intelligence-generated kittens asking for donations to a fake cat shelter.

  • 8:53

    Consulting an Energy Healerstory

    The host recounts her annual birthday appointment with a remote energy healer who claimed to feel a man touching her shoulder and passing along congratulations from a deceased grandfather.

  • 12:27

    The Origin of Chopped Liverinsight

    After a tangent about organ meats and culture, the hosts look up the historical phrase chopped liver and discover it originated as an inexpensive mid-twentieth-century Jewish American side dish.

  • 35:35

    Apartments Without Microwavesstory

    The host discovers her new rental apartment does not come with a microwave because the building's management considers them a health hazard due to radiation concerns.

  • 1:00:29

    Debating the Slow Burn Romancedebate

    The hosts debate whether romantic slow burns are actually just a sign of settling or tricking oneself into attraction, agreeing that instant chemistry is necessary.

Quotes

  • “The craftsmanship is beautiful, it feels sturdy, and it's the kind of piece that instantly makes a space feel more elevated.”
    Hannah Berner · 0:55
  • “I'm a UTI veteran. I know exactly where my kidneys are.”
    Hannah Berner · 11:18
  • “I have way too many clothes, but somehow every time I clean out my closet, I end up shopping for more clothes.”
    Hannah Berner · 49:40
  • Wisp 23:18–24:38
  • NutraFol 24:59–27:06
  • Revolve 26:48–29:00
  • Depop 49:44–50:36
  • K18 50:40–51:34
  • SoFi 51:34–53:55

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Transcript

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Topics

  • MSG
  • Giggly Squad
  • New Balance
  • Real Housewives of Potomac
  • Ultimate Girl's Trip
  • K18 Air Wash
  • Seinfeld

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