The Gal's Guide

We're so happy to be celebrating our 6th season of The Gal's Guide, Here is our most popular episode from this past season with Danielle and Kayleigh of CLEARSTEM. Join us next week with a brand new episode, Today, we are joined by the founders of CLEARSTEAM, Danielle Gronich & Kayleigh Christina to chat about everything we need to know about healing our acne scars, combatting active a...

In this episode, we're joined by embryologist Jessica Manns as we dive deep into women’s reproductive health, and trust us, it’s not as intimidating as it sounds! From egg freezing to IVF, we’re breaking it all down in a way that feels easy to understand and empowering! We’ll cover how to keep your eggs healthy, how to handle the emotional ups and downs of fertility treatments, and how to feel...

We're tackling the age-old question: how do you balance your friendships when romance comes into the picture? We'll chat about the delicate dance of keeping your besties close while navigating a new relationship—and how to avoid becoming that friend who vanishes into coupledom. From setting boundaries to planning the ultimate friend-date, we’ve got the tips and laughs you need to keep your...

In this episode, Hannah and Emily are diving into the life-saving magic of mental health days—because sometimes you just need a break from, well, everything! We'll chat about why it's totally okay (and actually super important) to hit pause, kick back, and recharge those mental batteries. Whether you're feeling the burnout blues or just need a day to binge your favorite shows, we’ve go...

In this episode, we dive deep into the power of visualization and how it can help you create the life you've always dreamed of. We explore the science behind visualization, share practical tips on how to effectively imagine your ideal future, and discuss the importance of setting clear intentions. Whether you're looking to attract your dream job, cultivate meaningful relationships, or simp...

Hannah and Emily dive into how you can flip your insecurities and fears into strengths. They'll start by breaking down where these feelings come from and how they mess with your mind, then share some tips on reframing your thoughts to see things in a new light. With practical advice like getting real about your fears, using positive affirmations, setting achievable goals, and celebrating even...

As women, we go through so many changes every month with our body and we are thrilled to be joined by a holistic doctor like Dr. Cassandra Wilder today to discuss how a woman's hormones fluctuate throughout her menstrual cycle each month and on into menopause. We're also getting an understanding on thyroid health, reproductive health, and how we can biohack our daily lives to work with our...

What’s a chronically online person to do? Social media has done wonders to help so many people find community, but there are also real mental health impacts that come along with being flooded with images of what the “perfect” life looks like. Today, we're taking you through social comparison theory, strategies to mitigate social media comparison, building self-compassion, identifying possible...

Emily is 31 and sharing the biggest lesson she has learned about herself and her body this year, as well as sharing every thing that went down at her disco cowgirl birthday party. --- Emily's Captivation:  Twisters Hannah's Captivation:  Sweet Loren's Fudgy Brownie Shop CLEARSTEM  and 15% off with the code GALSGUIDE at checkout --- Welcome to The Gal’s Guide — a weekly dating and lifes...

All of us makes assumptions in our relationships. These assumptions also might arise from not directly discussing our thoughts and feelings with our partners, asking enough questions or listening to them. Today, Hannah and Emily are discussing misconceptions and assumptions they've previously held in relationships and how it's turned out. --- Emily's Captivation:  Ancestry.com Hannah&#...

We're in our wellness era and we are sharing all of our favorite skincare products we can't live without, our exercise routines that we are thriving in, how we are approaching a healthier lifestyle, and this new mindset that is changing how we look at wellness overall. Shop CLEARSTEM and 15% off with the code GALSGUIDE at checkout --- Emily's Captivation:  Lemme Gummies Hannah's Ca...

You've definitely seen her book all over your TikTok FYP, but we're so excited to be joined by the acclaimed author of 'Call It What You Want,' Alissa DeRogatis! She's telling us all about her book, moving on from a situationship, and reclaim your love story. --- Alissa's Captivation:  The Secret of Us by Gracie Abrams Emily's Captivation:  The Bear Hannah's Captiva...

We just got back from a wedding where we partied with Shania Twain, Brooke Schofield is revealing her relationship with Clinton Kane, Travis Kelce is now IN the 'Eras Tour' show with Taylor Swift, 'Inside Out 2' ruined us and Justin Timberlake is going to "ruin the tour" — AND THAT'S WHAT YOU MISSED ON GLEE! --- Emily's Captivation: The Secret of Us by Gracie Abrams...

It's our favorite subject to chat about: narcissism. How can you identify if someone is truly a narcissist? What techniques can you use to protect yourself? Does everyone have narcissism nowadays or is it really rare? We're discussing all of this and more with today's guest, Natalie Jambazian LMFT! --- Natalie's Captivation: psychological thriller books Emily's Captivation:  Va...

We're approaching that age where all of our friends are getting married or jetting off to Italy. How does we manage those close to us when it never feels like we can relate to them or even get in the same timezone? Today, we're exploring how it feels to be in different phases of life to our friends, how we can continue to strengthen those friendships, and how they will evolve as we get old...

Today we are joined by Dr. Tara, a tenured professor of relational and sexual communication, an award-winning researcher, TV Sexpert on Celebs Go Dating, and the host of Luvbites by Dr. Tara Podcast! We are chatting all about dating boys with Peter Pan syndrome, why dating in major cities in LA sucks, how to get better at online dating, and if we should start a dating reality show starring Emily?...

There's nothing more exciting or terrifying than planning the perfect bach trip for your bestie. Getting a house full of girls in Nashville or a limo in Vegas, we're here to help you plan the ultimate bachelorette trip, what Hannah would've done differently on her bach trip, and the choices no one ever talks about. --- Emily's Captivation: Chappell Roan Hannah's Captivation:  T...

We've talked many times about the early stages of dating and how to handle it as an anxiously attached person, but today we are looking at it as an avoidant dater and how to quickly. become more secure with Dr. Morgan Anderson! --- Dr. Morgan's Captivation: TTPD Emily's Captivation: Jesse McCartney Hannah's Captivation:  HIT ME HARD AND SOFT --- Follow  Dr. Morgan Anderson on Insta...

Do you have a work wife or work husband? It's this new term for people who have platonic friends of the opposite sex in the workplace and it's making partners jealous all over the place. What if having a work spouse was healthy for your relationship? We're diving into the controversy of having a "work spouse," should your partner have platonic friends of the opposite sex, do yo...

Janet Bayramyan is a licensed psychotherapist based in Los Angeles. Certified in EMDR, Brainspotting, and Attachment Focused EMDR, Janet specializes in trauma resolution and healing. Today we are chatting with her on how we can heal our inner child, what does reparenting yourself really mean, and how reconnecting with your inner child can heal your adult relationships. --- Janet's Captivation:...

Truly there is no greater feeling than being alone. For some though, it can be scary and lonely. Not anymore! We're talking about all the ways we have learned to value our alone time, but also knowing when it becomes unhealthy. Knowing how your social battery works is crucial. Today, we share how we work alone time into our daily routines, how to make the most of it, and when alone time turns...

We're the chairmans of The Tortured Yappers Department! We love to yap and overshare on this podcast, but sometimes that isn't always what's healthy. We're breaking down when yapping leads to oversharing, how to become more vulnerable in your relationships, understanding who can open up to in your life, and why you might have trust issues. Also, we're diving into Taylor Swift&#...

Anna Aslanian is a seasoned marriage and family therapist and founder of the boutique practice, My Therapy Corner. Today, Anna join us to chat about marriage counseling and who actually needs it. Along with that, we dive into Anna's training and she adopts an intersectional and trauma-informed approach in her practice, addressing individual and relational wellness, trauma recovery, addiction,...

Hannah turns 30 this week and she is imparting us with her wisdom of her biggest life lessons she has learned in the last 30 years. From dating, to friendship, to self-worth, to her career, this has been a very informative couple of years for her and she's sharing everything she has reflected and grew from. --- Emily's Captivation:  Cowboy Carter by Beyoncé Hannah's Captivation:  Deepe...

We are talking all about Hannah's 30th birthday, including her goals, aspirations, and plans for the new decade. We're also covering the new documentary on Nickelodeon 'Quiet on Set' and Emily working with Meghan Trainor. --- Emily's Captivation:  In Search Of The Antidote by FLETCHER Hannah's Captivation:  Been Like This by Meghan Trainor & T-Pain --- Welcome to The Ga...