2 Girls on a Bench the Podcast

Ep 80 Dead Ants Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. We are sad about Bambi… but it leads to some conversations about pushing a main character into a big life change. Tell us about an acronym you didn’t understand...   February #BenchWriteClub DUE 2/14 – email us 2girlsonabench@gmail.com BRING A FRIEND MONTH! Bring a friend and we’ll...

Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. Today we go deep into dino culture, lid drawers, knobs, glue boxes and all the things you love about us, mostly. We also do a writing prompt about a sandwich and announce the #BenchWriteClub for February.   February #BenchWriteClub DUE 2/14 – email us 2girlsonabench@gmail.com BRING A FRIEND MONTH!...

Ep 78 Pipila Returns Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. It’s last week’s lost episode, the one we believe the aliens abducted! Re-tooled and edited and here for your listening joy. If you can’t find us, we’re off somewhere with a map getting lost!   SHOUT OUTS: @MMandOscar for helping Tricia understand Midsommer! Check out our fami...

Ep. 77 Here We Go Yo! Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and sometimes we procrastinate on the bench. Today we are glad to be back, writing and brainstorming about 2020 goals. And of course, popcorn.   #BENCHWRITECLUB written by us, supplied by: @KaylaStorytella (Kayla #Sharpie) @bjkdrvr8  (Bret-Jordan, our longtime pal!)   Weird Gazelle informercial we mentioned: h...

Ep. 76 Bench Cheeseball Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. We missed you #Benchlings! Today Siana reveals a holiday cheese ball, we read your submissions to the #BenchWriteClub and more…   November #BENCHWRITECLUB Contributors: “I walked in. The whole family was there. What could go wrong?” @KaylaStorytella (Kayla #Sharpie) @bjkdrv...

Ep. 75 I Like to Boogie Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we still procrastinate on the bench! Today's episode is a little late, and we blame Tricia's left foot. Did you know November is Epilepsy awareness month? We have a special guest to tell us about it. Today we also announce the #BenchWriteClub for November!   Visit and donate to the Epilepsy Foundation !...

Ep. 75 Haunted Bench Part 2 Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and its part 2 of #AlltheHorror on the Bench! Happy Halloween – enjoy these ghost stories and original works – and maybe a treat or two… muah ha ha ha! Be sure to follow @AlltheHorror18 so you stay up to date with horror content all year long!   CONTRIBUTORS: Ghost Stories from Tammy & Brice of Hollyweir...

Ep. 74 Haunted Bench Part 1 Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and once again it’s time for #ALLTHEHORROR on the Bench! Today we feature original stories, a haiku, a ghost story and a song! We got it all folks. Make sure you listen to the end for some groovy outtakes. Stay tuned for part 2 on Halloween! Be sure to follow @AlltheHorror18 so you don’t miss a show!   C...

Ep. 73 We Want Candy! Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and today we talk about CANDY on the Bench! We are joined by so many amazing people, please go check out a new show this week! And of course, be sure to follow @AlltheHorror18 so you don’t miss any of the shows this month!   THANK YOU TO THESE AMAZING PODCASTERS! Talking Codswallop - Gemma @CodswallopPod (who...

Ep. 72 The Devil in the Cabinet Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate, as you know! Today it’s time for a bonus #ALLTHEHORROR episode on the Bench! We are joined by Tim Gibson of The Cabinet Podcast . Make sure you check out his awesome show too! Be sure to follow @AlltheHorror18 throughout October for more spooky content.   BENCH BUSINESS: All the...

Ep. 71 Scary Reel Stories Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench it’s time for #ALLTHEHORROR on the Bench! Today we are joined with the amazing human, Drew Hallum from @ReelFeelsPod to talk about the classic stories “Scary Tales to Tell in the Dark” by Alvin Schwartz, and other things! Be sure to follow @AlltheHorror18 so you don’t miss a show!    BENCH BUSINESS: Shout...

Ep. 70 FLASHBACK to Polybius Rises Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench it’s time for #ALLTHEHORROR on the Bench! For this glorious month of October, we will be releasing episodes every week that have some sort of spooky spin. In addition, a bunch of podcasters will be releasing episodes daily to celebrate October – follow @AlltheHorror18 so you don’t miss a show! Tod...

Ep. 69 Old Fries and a Flashy Pin Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and sometimes we procrastinate… but not the past few weeks! It’s Siana’s 18-year anniversary (WOW) so a bit of reminiscing leads to the old hamburger story, again. Siana tries to get Tricia to stop gushing over Hadestown and musicals and inspiration… ending in a rant. Known to many as the “too many...

Ep. 68 Eh, Screw it! Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and this weekend our Bench goes on the road to the Outlier Festival ! If you’re local to LA, please join us along with Justine from @mixtapemontage and Tammie & Brice of @HWPpodcast for our Panel on 9/14! Today’s show features the September “BenchWriteClub” announcement, as well as a lot of chatting about food,...

Ep. 67 Late Haiku for you! Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. This episode is new, but late, so very late. Some info is outdated - for instance, if you use CODE "Bench" (case sensitive) you get 20% off your tickets to the Outlier Festival ! Thank you, our dear Benchlings, for understanding. See – we were ACTUALLY writing and we get...

Ep. 66 Hobnobbin Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. Today starts with a distraction intro that eventually comes back around to one of our favorite authors, Margaret Atwood. Then we waste lots of time talking about Queen, actors, Lady Gaga, Christopher Malone, singing random things and more. Try and keep up, then send us your awesom...

Ep. 65 Egg Chips & Accents Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. Here we are with maybe the best chips ever – if you like eggs, that is. Today’s tangent has to do with Tricia’s crotch watching days… also, accents abound in this episode! Featured YOUTUBE video (for German accent inspiration): https://youtu.be/XlGGgNFYMQo   July #BENCHW...

Ep. 64 Creepy Roach Hashtags Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. Today is a compilation of some announcements, outtakes and a revisit to the time we went over hated hashtags – which, it turns out, we still hate! Also, a special treat – a song about that time we lived in an apartment with roaches. Yes, it was as gross as it sounds!  ...

Ep. 63 Jury Doody Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and guess what? We are professional procrastinators and proud of it. Tricia did some writing during her Jury Duty, all about Woody, Gayle and this big bug she tried to smash. At least it made her civic duty a bit more exciting! WARNING: Tricia is aware that her accent SUCKS!   BENCH BUSINESS: If you review us, ema...

Ep. 62 A Room of One’s Own Welcome to the bench! FINALLY – June Bench Write Club in July! We want to say thank you for your patience, for listening, responding and coming back to us – it may be mushy, but this process and family bring us so much joy!   June #BENCHWRITECLUB Submissions: “There are 3 things you need to know before you read this.” @Kayla_Trapeze (Kayla #Sharpie) @bjkdrvr8  (Bret-Jord...

Ep. 61 Amanda Smart Welcome to the bench! We are two frustrated writers with no time to write. How to procrastinate now? In addition to the podcast, we have many techniques! Snacks, travel stories, random-ness, etc. However, we do a writing prompt each episode to hold ourselves accountable - and we'd love you to write with us. Today we announce the June Bench Write Club – see below!   June #BENCHW...

Ep. 60 Knob Guide Welcome to the bench! We are two frustrated writers trying to find time to write in between crafts with knobs, work, families and snacks. Ok, the snacks are part of our writing process – we swear. We try not to procrastinate, but we’re just too good at it! This week is brought to you by Tricia’s podiatrist – he says she should walk less… also… sound is NOT our friend!   BENCH BUS...

Ep. 59 Caramel Gala Welcome to the bench! We are two frustrated writers trying to manage creativity, work and families all at the same time. No problem! Really, it’s the snacks that keep us going, no joke. Today we read your #BENCHWRITECLUB submissions and they are awesome!   May #BENCHWRITECLUB Submissions: @LeilaniGraceffa  @bjkdrvr8  @Kayla_Trapeze @Lisa_Ahn @Nadkim  @Stories2121 @RMDavie  @Her...

Ep. 58 Showtime! Welcome to the bench! We are two frustrated writers working on an audio sitcom on the side. Don’t worry, we still find ways to procrastinate… for instance snacks and quiche and elementary school musical theatre! Join us today for an impromptu sneak preview of #StevetheDevilRoommate from our live stream this weekend.   THANK YOU to everyone who attended and donated to #LIVESTREAMFO...

Ep. 57 Cranberry Sandwiches Welcome to the bench! We are two frustrated writers with no time to write. How to procrastinate now? Teasing you with buttons and old snacks! Are we repeating ourselves… do we mention Paul Rudd… and #MelBrooks (@BrookReadingPod) - you wanna button? Tricia is just giving them away today. YOU REALLY WANT BENCH SWAG? Join us THIS SATURDAY (yes, we are yelling!) at the LIVE...