Go To Girls

You need to know the back story on your newest girlfriends, and this episode delivers. Which one of the Go To Girls has never worked a corporate job a day in her life? Which doesn't have a hometown? Which is newly married and which is dating "Kyles" left and right? Think of this episode as your gateway drug, it only gets more addictive from here.

We couldn't launch without dropping two episodes for you to binge, now could we? This is a special one, so get ready to take a trip down memory lane. In honor of Kate's 30th (yup, it's today fam), we reminisce about our 13th, 16th, 21st, and 30th birthdays. From ear piercings gone wrong (hi Claire) to a super sweet surprise 21st, to throwing your own blow out bashes, we got this birthday thing cov...

Meet your hosts Jill Vanak and Kate Connelly. Two real life girlfriends who didn't grow up together, or meet in college. Nope, they met how every modern woman meets....Saturday morning indoor cycling class. Listen in each week as Jill and Kate, along with their guests, cover topics from entrepreneurship, dating, skincare, navigating your career and everything in between. Launching May 6th, it's yo...

It's the end of a chapter, but not the book. In this episode, we share some bittersweet news. Tune in as we talk about the big news, the future of the podcast, and our podcast highlights from the last 47 episodes (yes, we're including the trailer fam)! It's not goodbye, it's see you later.....May 6th later. Tune in. You won't want to miss it. xoxo, The GTGs

The GTGs talk with Megan Miller, professional speaker, creator, host of the Putting Attention to Intention podcast, and self-proclaimed Intentional Living Expert. Join us as we talk to Megan about achieving all of the "checkpoints" that are supposed to make us happy, but don't. What do we do when we've "made it" but still feel unfulfilled and uninspired? Tune in to find out how to uncover the powe...

Meet the founders and owners of Waggy Little Rascals, our go to for all things pet care in Philly! Angela and Oriana are South Philly natives (yup, we discuss how to say Passyunk (who knew there were two ways!?) and the hidden gems in South Philly....shout out to Adobe and New York Bakery) who grew up together as lifelong friends. When the pandemic hit, they found themselves re-prioritizing, well....

She's at it again, giving you updates on dating (let's just say Oscar's is Jill's new go-to first date spot), moving, interior design consults (shout out to Charlotte at West Elm), and the GOOP article that Jill read (yes, THAT Goop, that she (wait for it....) actually loved! After the bullsh*t, we turn to International Women's Day, and we dive into stats about women's rights in the U.S. and globa...

She's flying solo for this one fam....tune in to hear about Jill's top 5 latest obsessions, her fantasy Range Rover, updates on moving, and her dating life (we gettin' deep)! Stay for her hot takes on how to start to build confidence (hint, it starts with a foundation of self-awareness). Jill walks you through the 3 exercises she has EVERY client do to build awareness and create a tangible vision...

Join Jill as she talks with Kate DeGennaro, fitness entrepreneur, certified pilates + yoga instructor, creator of bandtogether, and owner of Together Old City. Kate is a powerhouse packed into a 5'3" frame who was a known fixture at multiple fitness studios throughout Philadelphia before the pandemic. The pivot she made in starting a zoom community called bandtogether 2 days into the pandemic is l...

This one's just us, no agenda except to bs about paint colors, the Superbowl, Eminem being 49 and fineeeeee, the Olympics, Kanye, Skete, and more. Listen in for our breakdown of our first ever LIVE Go To Girls Event (we love everyone who came, supported, and those who cheered us on from afar), AND to find out what Lauren is having (yes, a baby.....but we have a gender reveal coming your way). It's...

Back by popular demand, our Go To Husband Jer (Jerome if you're nasty) is back for his 2nd appearance on the podcast! Jer joins us to talk all things men, dating, and of course babies! We talk with Lauren + Jer about their relationship, communication styles, how the hell they've survived a global pandemic together, and whether they really want a boy or a girl?! Every time the Go To Husband is on t...

Feelin' those COVID blues? Join the club because between that, epic snowstorms, and no travel to look forward to, the GTGs are IN IT. Pandemic uncertainty is real, and we talk through research-based strategies for managing stress and empowering ourselves to find the proverbial silver lining. But before all of that, we give you all of the updates (spoiler alert: Lauren is still pregnant, and Jill i...

In this episode we talk Valentine's, Galentine's, and we could NOT be more excited to host our first in-person Go To Girls event this coming Thursday, February 10th at KIN Boutique on 10th and Pine in Philadelphia! Get your tickets through our link @gotogirlspodcast or online at shop-kin.com. Bring your Go To Girl for a night of live podcasting, special guests, shopping (with 20% off) and an all-w...

It's the episode you never saw coming...or did you? Tune in for the announcement that you won't want to miss! xoxo, the GTGs

Join us as we talk to guest Rebecca (Becca) Bassman, MFT. A marriage and family therapist with her own practice, Becca specializes in individual and couples counseling with specialized training in sex, anxiety, and more. One of our favorite interviews yet, Becca answers our questions (and the ones you submitted) and covers topics ranging from threesomes, to communication, empathic reflection, to w...

The Go To Girls are back after the holiday break and we don't know about you, but we FEELIN' '22! Tune in as we catch up on all thing Christmas and the year ahead. We talk New Year resolutions, COVID, what Netflix shows we binged over break (stop what you're doing and watch Juice WRLD. You can thank us later), dating, and so much more. We couldn't be more THRILLED to be back in your air pods and w...

Mama Vanak is in the house! Lauren and Jill talk to Joanne (Jill's mom) about the progress (or lack thereof) women have made in the boardroom and in the bedroom over the past 40+ years. With over 45 years of experience in the workforce, we hear about Joanne's feelings on career, being married at 22, the insanity that is Pre-Cana, seeing your future husband naked before you say "I DO", and why wome...

Tis' the season.....to go to strip clubs? Lauren and Jill get in the holiday spirit by talking decorations, the Mummer's Day parade, pink Christmas trees and strip clubs (duh). We round out the episode by giving you a little crash course in conference etiquette. Big meetings are back on the table, so girl, get your black flats on and WERK. xoxo, the GTGs

It's Turkey Day, and the Go To Girls are living their best life debating pecan versus pe-cahn and all of the Thanksgiving things. Listen in as we talk about decorating for Christmas, what we're doing for the holidays, a recap of Jill's birthday party, Lauren's COVID-free life, why the Meridian Peak at Harp & Crown is the ultimate drink, and more. In this episode, we answer your DMs and talk everyt...

We got a narc in the house (and an engineer)! This episode is the pre-party before the party and was recorded while the siblings were in town for Jill's birthday bash. Lauren's sister Allison and Jill's brother John are on the mic. Listen in as we talk about what it's like to be the oldest and youngest, the most annoying traits the other has, and why Lauren and Jill are going for a ride along (jus...

Jill and Lauren haven't seen each other for 2 whole weeks people, so listen in as we catch up on weddings, Halloween, and cuffing season (yup, it's a thing). Listen in to hear how we feel about Kim K and Pete Davidson (hint, Jill's here for it, surprise surprise) and find out who Lauren saw while she was in Charleston (hint: does pillows ring a bell?!). We talk about thinking we're richer than we...

The Career Counselors are IN! Feel stuck? Don't know where to or how to gain confidence? This episode was made for you. Join us and hear about the white lies we tell on the daily (Lauren's may or may not involve a not-so dead family member), and the lies we tell ourselves. Listen in for tangible, actionable exercises you can do to define your unique value proposition, set goals, and work towards a...

It's the Birthday One....and we celebrate Jill's big day with some bs (and of course a quiz)! Listen in as Lauren and Jill talk about everything from where they'd road trip, to Kanye's recent name change (it's just Ye now guys, it's just Ye), to Jill's conspiracy theories (she dares you to prove her wrong), to Lauren's love of the show Hoarders....this one's a fun little quickie (and don't we all...

Tune in to learn what you REALLY need to know about your co-workers, and how to find that sh*t out! The people we work with are THE MOST important part of our jobs, and we have to spend the time to foster those relationships! We talk people, therapy, girls weekends, and everything in between. We love this episode, and we know you will too! xoxo, The GTGs