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Giggling about gauchos, grudges, and getting jumped

Giggly Squad

Hosted by Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo

54m
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Original podcast

Summary

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Paige DeSorbo and Hannah Berner open the episode with a shared frustration about influencers who post outfits and demand followers comment to receive a DM link, which Paige calls a humiliation ritual. They pivot to a Married at First Sight clip where a contestant says he'll train his future wife in sports if she's not interested, which Hannah calls "giving gay." The conversation drifts through Bravo pop star speculation, parenting expectations (Paige's mom says high expectations produce high results), and the Paige Lorenz–Tommy Paul wedding, which Paige calls one of the most gorgeous she's seen in years.

The episode's centerpiece is Hannah's story about sitting next to an eighty-year-old Brooklyn woman at a sushi restaurant who revealed she went to high school with Judge Judy and that they "jumped" her one night after she got too drunk. The pair then debate whether holding a grudge is a form of discipline and ambition, with Hannah arguing that if you can't hold a grudge, you can't hold a relationship. They close with nostalgia for 2005 gaucho pants and a woman who invented a jacket that folds into a bag.

  • Paige argues that influencers demanding a comment before DMing a link is a humiliation ritual and that she'll screenshot the outfit and find it via Google Images instead. 4:44
  • Paige's mom believes that if you have no expectations of your child, that's exactly what you get, and high expectations produce high results. 16:33
  • Hannah met an eighty-year-old Brooklyn woman at a sushi restaurant who revealed she went to high school with Judge Judy and that they jumped her after she got too drunk. 43:14
  • Hannah argues that holding a grudge requires daily discipline and that if you can't hold a grudge, you can't hold a relationship. 49:05
  • Paige recalls first seeing gaucho pants in 2005 and predicts they'll return in two or three years, hoping to be pregnant when they do. 1:01:13

Chapters

  1. 0:32
    Waymo Safety & Lifestyle

    The hosts discuss how autonomous rides like Waymo provide a private, safe space for women, contrasting it with the constant vigilance needed after a workout.

  2. 2:28
    Sponsored Snack Break

    A brief ad segment promoting Hershey’s Salted Caramel and Affogato creme bars, highlighting the idea of a quick luxury moment during a busy day.

  3. 3:54
    Wedding Culture & Girl‑on‑Girl Critique

    They dissect the dynamics of wedding gossip, the prevalence of girl‑on‑girl criticism, and the broader context of patriarchal expectations in social media circles.

  4. 4:44
    Instagram Influencer Frustrations

    The duo vent about influencer marketing tactics, feeling pressured to engage with sponsored posts and the annoyance of being monetized on social media.

  5. 28:27
    Product & Service Ads

    A series of promotional spots for Waymo, Hershey’s, Ladder fitness app, Arm & Hammer cat litter, Stars & Honey protein bars, and Talkiatory psychiatry services are interwoven into the conversation.

  6. 49:51
    Podcast Intro and Host Banter

    The episode opens with hosts setting the tone and sharing lighthearted anecdotes before diving into product promos.

  7. 50:54
    Quince Apparel Promotion

    Hosts discuss Quince’s affordable luxury clothing, highlighting cashmere sweaters and ethical sourcing.

  8. 52:09
    Sam Edelman Shoes Spotlight

    The conversation shifts to Sam Edelman footwear, showcasing fall releases and a discount code for listeners.

  9. 53:20
    Wayfair Home Makeover Tips

    Hosts promote Wayfair’s home products, sharing a quick living‑room redo story and reward program details.

  10. 56:26
    Revolve Shopping Experience

    The segment covers Revolve’s fast shipping, curated selections, and a special promo code for listeners.

  11. 57:00
    Mom and Pedicure Story

    Hosts share a humorous anecdote about a pedicure visit with their mother, touching on generational differences and phone use.

  12. 1:01:13
    Fashion Nostalgia and Gaucho Pants

    The conversation turns to nostalgic fashion items, especially Gaucho pants, and the hosts’ hopes for future trends.

Highlights

  • 4:44

    Influencer DM Link Rantinsight

    Paige calls the trend of posting an outfit and demanding a comment for a DM link a humiliation ritual, saying she'll screenshot it and find it on Google Images instead.

  • 10:25

    Married at First Sight Sports Guystory

    A contestant says he'll train his future wife in sports if she's not interested, which Hannah calls 'giving gay' and Paige calls an exception to the rule rather than the norm.

  • 20:29

    Wedding TikTok Girl-on-Girl Crimeinsight

    Paige describes how women tear each other apart in wedding photo comments, calling it a clear example of women hating on women, while Hannah counters that NYC influencers actually support each other.

  • 33:27

    World Cup Player Strangles Opponentstory

    Hannah was getting a crush on a World Cup player who, at the end of a match, took his hand to another player's neck and shook him, prompting her to say 'we have to have a talk.'

  • 43:14

    Judge Judy Sushi Restaurant Storystory

    Hannah sits next to an eighty-year-old Brooklyn woman at a sushi place who reveals she went to high school with Judge Judy and that they 'jumped' her after she got too drunk one night.

  • 49:05

    Holding a Grudge as Disciplineinsight

    Paige argues that holding a grudge requires gumption and ambition, while Hannah adds it takes daily work and that if you can't hold a grudge, you can't hold a relationship.

  • 1:01:13

    Gaucho Pants Nostalgiastory

    Paige recalls first seeing gaucho pants in 2005 and says they were stretchy yoga-material capris with a fold-over that changed her life, predicting they'll return in two or three years.

Quotes

  • “I'm a big believer that sometimes a new workout outfit is all the motivation you need.”
    Paige DeSorbo · 0:00
  • “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 think there's a lot of professions that Bravo people have like crossed over into and like excelled, like comedy, writing, acting, you know, all the things.”
    Paige DeSorbo · 15:05
  • “I love thinking about it, wearing a skirt. Like, I'm like, oh, do.”
    Paige DeSorbo · 39:42
  • “One thing about me is with the new season, I like to have a new personality.”
    Hannah Berner · 54:26
  • “And if you're like me and you don't know what you're doing two days from now, and then you're like, oh shit, I have a huge important dinner, use Revolve. It's so fast.”
    Hannah Berner · 56:02
  • “It has like poisonous berries, that's why they don't make it anymore.”
    Paige DeSorbo · 57:48
  • Waymo 2:12–2:22
  • Hershey's 2:28–3:14
  • Ladder 27:27–28:40
  • Stars and Honey 30:34–32:04
  • Quince 49:51–51:50
  • Sam Edelman 52:09–53:08
  • Wayfair 53:20–54:17
  • Revolve 56:38–56:57
  • Target 1:08:49–1:09:05

About this episode

Paige wants to weaponize her incompetence and Hannah has been cooking. SHOP NEW MERCH!

Transcript

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Topics

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  • Bob Evans
  • Givenchy
  • C E A N
  • Spanx
  • Norma Kamali
  • Canada
  • Helsa

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