Well-Informed Girlfriends

This week on Well Informed Girlfriends , we’re unpacking what the latest disappointing jobs report says about the U.S. economy, how Texas and California are waging a redistricting battle and dig into the decline of reading. We also check in on whatever happened to the TikTok ban and unpack about the pricey world of sorority rush. Plus, how the latest science shows that men literally need to lower...

This week, your Well-Informed girlfriends are breaking down the EPA’s latest rollback and what it means for the environment, potential rate cuts from the Federal Reserve and why U.S. immigration numbers are declining. Plus, Ashley and Tiege chat about the newest (and weirdest) dating terms and the rise of “no contact” — even with parents. And of course, so much more ✨Hit play, grab your coffee (o...

This week, we'll dive into Trump and Putin’s Alaska summit flop, the tariff extensions, and why Americans feel stuck in place. We also break down Silicon Valley’s “hard tech” shift, Gen Z’s $0 dating budgets, and the newest trend— flocking (aka TRAVEL instead of a dating app). Plus, an economist’s decision to ditch men, a viral list of dating dealbreakers, and Taylor Swift’s surprise album dro...

This week on Well-Informed Girlfriends , we break down what to do in an earthquake or tsunami (yes, really), why Trump just fired the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and what “man-keeping” and “hetero-fatalism” say about modern dating. Plus: golden passports, rising birth rates among women over 40, and whether your dog is bad for the planet.

This week on Well-Informed Girlfriends , Sam and Tiege unpack the mess behind the newly revealed Epstein files — including Trump’s latest lawsuit and Ghislaine Maxwell’s possible testimony. Plus, Vogue’s AI-generated model stirs up beauty standard backlash, quantum dating might actually make sense, and love addiction could be melting your brain. Oh, and AI might be making all of us dumber.

Tiege and Ashley break down the so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” that just passed Congress, the devastating Texas floods, and the dramatic conclusion of P Diddy’s high-profile trial. We’re also diving into a new dating term called “cookie jarring” 🍪, how to talk money with your new boo 💸, and according to The Wall Street Journal, women are drinking more and we ...might be here for it? All that and...

This week, Sam and Tiege are breaking down the No Kings Marches that took over cities across the country this weekend, the military parade in Washington DC, and asking the question on everyone’s mind — is World War 3 brewing… or not? 👀Plus:✨ Why more parents are preferring girl babies✨ The do’s and don’ts of Juneteenth celebrations✨ What the heck is NAD and why everyone’s talking about itJoin...

This week, Sam and Tiege dig into Trump’s possible new data plans, Lizzo’s emotional return to the stage at West Hollywood Pride , and how people are letting ChatGPT rate their looks (uhmmmm and whether or not you should!) Plus: the Job Corps shutdown, zebra striping your drinks, and a weirdly numbing mocktail called Kava.

This week, Sam and Tiege are talking about Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill passing the House — and what it means — plus why the MAGA economy is thriving and the latest in the Diddy trial.  They're also chatting about money dysmorphia, junk food filling our brains with microplastics, and what the kids are calling "dry texting."

This week, Tiege and Sam break down what the latest Supreme Court decision will mean for the Trump deportations, the latest on the tariff drama, and the Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial. They also get into the high cost of dating coaches and how older moms live longer. Plus, they're visited by a celebrity guest...well, sort of! All that and so much more on this week's episode of Well-Infor...

This week, the girlfriends are talking about the new potential tariffs on Hollywood, how AI could be your new BFF, and apparently, your shampoo might be giving you cancer. There's also more on the nationwide pivot to Real IDs and the latest on the equally real American Pope!

From new tariffs and the situation at U.S. ports to the growing concern over microplastics, there's no shortage of news this week. The girlfriends also debut a fun new game: "Recession Indicator or Not?" Plus, they're spilling the tea on the ups and downs of dating a co-worker. All that and so much more on this week's episode!

We're back! This week we're talking about Trump's tariffs and the TikTok trends we're both obsessed with and horrified by. We're also discussing the ongoing "vibe-cession" and what it means to marry "down." Plus, some personal news!

Today we’re talking all about the latest in the Diddy controversy and breaking down what’s inside Kim Porter’s possible memoir.  We also take a look at how America’s young men are allegedly falling behind and why so many northerners are going to college in the South these days.  All that and more on Well-Informed Girlfriends x

This week, we’re catching you up on the latest news surrounding Israel, West Nile’s new resurgence along with ways to try and avoid it and we’re discussing the Surgeon General’s latest findings related to parenting in America.  But we’re also covering lighter topics including but not limited to dating apps using new AI chat bots, restock and pack videos and fridgescaping!!! All that and so much mo...

This week we’re talking about the Paris Olympics and the winners (cough Team USA!) and the rise in smoking among one of the youngest generations.  Plus, why our attention spans on on the decline and there is, yet again, a new dating trend called “hood fishing” hitting major cities. All that and so much more on this week's episode of Well-Informed Girlfriends x

This week, we’re wrapping up coverage of the Paris Olympics, discussing the possibility of seeing a presidential debate, and debriefing the scary looking stock market.  We’re also chatting about the rise of lab-grown diamonds and survival kits, run clubs being the new dating app and stack dating. All that and so much more on this week's episode of Well-Informed Girlfriends xx

This week we’re talking all things Paris Olympics, Veepstakes and people racking up debt for the opportunity to travel.  We’re also chatting about yapping being good for the soul, Childless Cat Ladies and dating for the plot.  All that and so much more on this week’s episode of Well-Informed Girlfriends x

This week, we’re talking all things Kamala Harris and summer travel. We’re also chatting about micro-cheating, America’s ultra processed food supply and romanticizing your life. Oh and Sam takes her dog to a pet medium! All that and so much more on this week’s episode of Well-Informed girlfriends x

This week, Sam and Tiege talk about the U.S. Surgeon General’s warning for young people about the dangers of social media, America’s vibes recession and the latest type of men crossing their radar: Chipotle boys.

This week, we’re walking you through the latest on abortion nearly two years after the Supreme Court overturned Roe V. Wade and the two upcoming cases that could impact things even further.  We’re also chatting all things economy — why things feel so bad, even if the data says we’re fine, what living the “Hi-Fi” life means and why so many young people are “rentvesting.” Finally, we’re talking abou...

On this week’s episode, Tiege and Sam discuss the alleged new craze sweeping the nation: hot rodent boyfriends. They also explain “friendship recession,” “spaving” and the modern tragedy that is the dating scene. xx

Welcome back to the resurrected Well Informed Girlfriends Podcast! After a casual year hiatus, Tiege and Sam are back with more news, gossip and unsolicited hot takes. This week, they’re talking about the future of remote work and “quiet vacationing” as well as summer inflation and Japanese “friendship marriage.” xx

This week we’re talking ghost jobs, Gen Z dupes, and how sleeping with your pets could affect your health. We’re also talking about new trends in investing, coffee affecting your sleep and we’re tackling the age old question - how far is too far to travel for a first date? Oh, and we're breaking down a new nightlife phenomenon cutting out young people from the club scene. All that and so much...

This week we’re talking about the slap-less Oscars, the "Tradwives" movement and sugar substitutes affecting our gut. We’re also talking about a resurgence of the Short King, Gen Z’s outlook on our financial situation in the US and the latest Vanderpump Rules drama. All that and so much more on this week's episode of Well-Informed Girlfriends <3