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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 with another episode of Giggly Squad, unpacking the physical and mental toll of daily life, travel hacks, and pop culture. Hannah discusses her debilitating back injury after a tennis match with older men and her frustration with medical portals, while Paige shares her recent flight experiences, including bumping into Jane Fonda and discovering the life-changing magic of compression socks. The hosts dive into the US Open influencer debate, review a bizarre burlesque date night, and discuss reality TV, aging gracefully, and autumn rebranding.

  • Wear compression socks on flights longer than two and a half hours to prevent swelling and feeling gross upon arrival. 15:33
  • Apply cold packs rather than heat to back injuries to help shrink inflammation instead of making it worse. 9:48
  • Skip airplane meals on long flights to avoid severe bloating and stomach discomfort for the next day. 15:44

Chapters

  1. 0:00
    Sweater Season Promo

    Hosts kick off the episode with a promotional pitch for Abercrombie sweaters, setting a light‑hearted tone.

  2. 2:00
    Back Pain & Portal Frustration

    The hosts discuss personal back‑pain struggles and the headache of juggling multiple medical portals for appointments.

  3. 3:33
    Waymo Safety & Privacy

    The conversation shifts to how autonomous rides like Waymo offer a private, safe space for women, contrasting it with traditional ride‑share anxiety.

  4. 7:10
    Burlesque Night & Vaping Debate

    The episode moves to a burlesque show, with hosts debating the appropriateness of vaping and public smoking in entertainment venues.

  5. 27:59
    Square Business Ops

    Square’s sponsorship explains how the platform streamlines payments, inventory, and team management for small businesses.

  6. 30:00
    Cat‑Parenting & Litter Promo

    A cat‑litter ad spot highlights Arm & Hammer Hardball’s odor control while the hosts share holiday cat‑parenting tips.

  7. 30:55
    Protein Bars & Wellness

    The hosts promote Stars & Honey protein bars, emphasizing flavor and nutrition for on‑the‑go wellness.

  8. 32:06
    Mental Health & Tele‑psychiatry

    A sponsor segment for Talkiatory explains online psychiatric care and medication management for mental health conditions.

  9. 33:17
    Workout Tech & Ladder App

    The hosts rave about the Ladder app, detailing how it plans workouts and tracks progress for travelers and gym‑hungry listeners.

  10. 42:51
    US Open & Fashion Commentary

    A lengthy segment covers the US Open, discussing player attire, fan culture, and the intersection of sports and fashion.

  11. 46:01
    Adulting Realities and Dating App Dilemmas

    The hosts discuss the challenges of adulthood and how dating apps have become confusing as they age.

  12. 46:31
    College Memories vs. Adult Responsibilities

    They compare the carefree nature of college to the pressures and interventions that come with adult life.

Highlights

  • 4:10

    A Terrifying Ex-Boyfriend Dreamstory

    Paige recounts waking up furious from a nightmare about her worst ex threatening her with a knife, only to be saved by a real-life noise from her cat.

  • 8:09

    Medical Portal Nightmaresinsight

    Hannah vents about the absurd frustration of trying to book a chiropractor appointment online, dealing with endless passwords, and being trapped in unhelpful medical portals.

  • 13:02

    Jane Fonda on a Flightstory

    Paige shares an incredible anecdote about her young cousin Josephine accidentally sitting next to Jane Fonda on a flight from Italy and striking up a conversation.

  • 15:33

    Flight Anti-Bloat Hacksstrategy

    Paige reveals her ultimate travel routine for long-haul flights: wearing compression socks and refusing airplane meals to avoid post-flight bloating.

  • 23:05

    Defending Tennis Newcomersdebate

    Hannah and Paige discuss the controversy surrounding influencers at the US Open, noting that while etiquette matters, new fans shouldn't be afraid to enjoy the sport.

  • 25:25

    Burlesque Show Disastersstory

    Hannah details her chaotic date night at a burlesque show where an obnoxious older seatmate blew strawberry vape smoke directly in her face.

Quotes

  • “And you can customize the ride, put on your own music, answer texts. You ignore it all night, stare out the window.”
    Hannah Berner · 1:23
  • “If you want to be unbothered and relaxed and you live in a city with Waymos, download the Waymo app and ride.”
    Hannah Berner · 19:04
  • “You never have to stick to one personality, and people don't talk about it enough.”
    Hannah Berner · 55:00
  • “I was like, that's like fucking your best friend. Like it made me so happy.”
    Hannah Berner · 1:06:44
  • Waymo 2:08–2:18
  • Hershey's 2:23–3:10
  • AARP 10:40–10:49
  • Square 27:56–29:52
  • Arm and Hammer Hardball Cat Litter 30:00–30:55
  • Stars and Honey 31:01–31:57
  • Talkiatory 32:02–34:30
  • Quince 51:18–52:20
  • Sam Edelman 52:38–53:37
  • Wayfair 53:50–54:53
  • Revolve 55:17–57:30

About this episode

Paige had her best celebrity sighting yet and Hannah willingly went out on a Saturday night. Thanks to Waymo for supporting this episode! #WaymoPartner shop merch

Transcript

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Topics

  • Florida
  • Freaky Friday
  • Nike
  • Giggly Squad
  • Gilmore Girls
  • Abercrombie
  • Some Kind of Heaven
  • Welcome to the Family
  • Hulu
  • Ladder

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