Laura Tretter + Lindsey Adams Franke

American Girl Women

Arts EN ↓ 151 episodes

American Girl Women is a podcast where two millennial gals gather ‘round the microphone and reminisce on the cultural phenomenon that took our childhoods by storm: American Girl Dolls. Contrary to what you might think, we aren't just talking about dolls here. We're diving into the high highs and low lows of getting hooked on AG and all the childhood memories that come flooding back. Plus, we're forever discussing the iconic AG catalog—the most treasured piece of literature to ever grace our mailboxes. If you're still bitter about not getting Samantha's brass bed, if you sent Kirsten to the dol...

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Laura Tretter + Lindsey Adams Franke

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Arts

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Latest episode

Jun 10, 2026

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Episodes

Happy 1st Birthday to AGW! 31.01.2023

We are celebrating our 1 year anniversary by reminiscing over some of our favorite episodes so far! Plus we play voicemails submitted by our followers who have had memorable AG Birthday experiences. Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬ Send us your American Girl stories to americangirlwomen@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode...

The American Girl Literary Legacy (with Monica Wendel) 24.01.2023

Laura and Lindsey sit down with Monica Wendel, a former American Girl Magazine Paper Doll! Monica tells the girls a little more about what the process was like and the lasting impact American Girl Books left on her as an author!

American Girl Therapy (with Stafford Merk) 17.01.2023

Laura and Lindsey talk with Stafford Merk about her instagram @americangirltherapy and the joys of American Girl past and present! Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬ Send us your American Girl stories to americangirlwomen@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

The Artist is Present (with Abby Herold) 10.01.2023

Prolific American Girl Tiktok creator @abigail_gabble and her 2 Kirsten dolls join Laura and Lindsey to talk about rediscovering American Girl as adults and falling in love all over again! Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬ Send us your American Girl stories to americangirlwomen@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song cou...

Like Sands Through the Hourglass So Are the Dolls of Our Lives 03.01.2023

Laura and Lindsey are joined by dream guests and fellow American Girl kindred spirits Allison Horrocks and Mary Mahoney of the Dolls of Our Lives Podcast. The group chats about how they came to love AG and why it has stayed with them after all these years. Learn more about Dolls of Our Lives here ! Tree Skirt Cape Tiktok Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-...

An American Girl Holiday (with Marianne Mychaskiw) 27.12.2022

Samantha lover Marianne is back to recap the Samantha movie with Laura and Lindsey. They chat in depth from casting choices to strong themes of anti fast fashion from Nellie O'Malley. Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬ Send us your American Girl stories to americangirlwomen@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy...

Happy Hanukkah Fits! 20.12.2022

Laura and Lindsey go through some of the Girl of Today Hanukkah outfits, past and present. Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬ Send us your American Girl stories to americangirlwomen@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

St Lucia Day for All (with Leah Gee) 13.12.2022

Laura and Lindsey chat with Leah who developed a love for AG during her teen years. She gives them the Swedish perspective on Kirsten and tells them a little bit more about the hits and misses with accuracies. Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬ Send us your American Girl stories to americangirlwomen@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @americangirlwomen...

It's Giving Holiday 06.12.2022

Laura and Lindsey tackle the holiday outfits of all the historical dolls featured in the holiday 2000 catalog (hello Kit!) A special thank you to the Chagnon-Piper Museum of Toys and Collectibles for their amazing catalog scans that make episodes like these possible. More on CPMTC: “Childhood Nostalgia: A Collection of Pleasant Company and American Girl Catalogues” is the Changnon-Piper Museum of...

THE American Girl 29.11.2022

Laura and Lindsey talk about Kaya's collection and how it stands apart from the other American Girls from the story format, portrayals of female role models and even the doll details. They also circle back to the Kirsten red headed model controversy and finally have an answer thanks to an instagram follower who sets the record straight. Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by cal...

American Girl Boyfriend Goals (with Ashley Dawson) 22.11.2022

Ashley Dawson joins Laura and Lindsey to chat all about wanting an AG doll but never having one as a child. Luckily her boyfriend--now husband came through and got her one! She is passing the love of AG on to her daughters as well. Send us your American Girl stories to americangirlwomen@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

Historically Fashionable 16.11.2022

Laura and Lindsey rate all the original American Girl Historic clothing for real girls. We are talking spring fits, nightgowns, meet dresses and all! Some of these fits were evergreen in their appeal while others not quite as timeless. Listen to hear us go deeper into what makes these outfits great. Be sure to tell us if you were one of the lucky few who had a historic girl size outfit Send us you...

American Girl's Next Top Model (with Karlee Eldridge) 08.11.2022

In a very special episode, Lindsey and Laura are joined by none other than 90s American Girl Magazine cover model Karlee Eldridge. Karlee spills all about her experience shooting the magazine and catalog from the age of 8 and let's us know what Pleasant Rowland was really like. Send us your American Girl stories to americangirlwomen@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” s...

Live from the American Girl Store, It's AGW (with Ruby June) 01.11.2022

Laura and Lindsey chat with Ruby about getting a doll that looked just like her bestie despite friendship turmoil and Ruby takes the listeners on a unique journey through a present day AG store live. Send us your American Girl stories to americangirlwomen@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

Grandmary Aesthetic (with Kerrie Lopez) 25.10.2022

Laura and Lindsey chat with Kerrie about Grandmary's exquisite decor taste, losing custody of her original dolls and the interesting phenomenon of old souls and new souls. Send us your American Girl stories to americangirlwomen@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

Room by Room 18.10.2022

Laura and Lindsey cover the niche topic of the AG minis. These mini rooms were only on the scene for 3 years but made quite an impact on our hearts, minds and most importantly wallets. Send us your American Girl stories to americangirlwomen@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

"Pastport" to our AG Pastime 11.10.2022

Laura and Lindsey relive the magic of going through an AG catalog. Unlike when they were kids this time they have $500 1990s dollars to spend however they want! Send us your American Girl stories to americangirlwomen@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

AG Club Cult (with Elizabeth Vellios) 04.10.2022

Laura and Lindsey are joined by an AG IG fave Elizabeth aka @justposhedit to chat about her AG memories and how it translated into her popular instagram account that recreates modern versions of AG outfits plus her brief foray into being an aspiring American Girl Club leader. AG cookbook content on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@arenclelle Send us your American Girl stories to americangirlwomen@g...

History is Always Happening (with Amy Lavine) 27.09.2022

Laura and Lindsey are joined by listener Amy Lavine who's origins she owes in part to her parents' interest in history. She had an extensive collection and some stringent rules with how to play with them. Send us your American Girl stories to americangirlwomen@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

The Talk of Will Rogers Elementary School (with Lauren Edmonds) 20.09.2022

The gals talk with Lauren, another AGW listener about her extensive collection, finding hidden gems at craft fairs and the authenticity of American Girl historical outfits. Plus, Lauren shares how she's sharing the AG legacy with her nieces. Send us your American Girl stories to americangirlwomen@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

Back to School Special 13.09.2022

Laura and Lindsey head to school with the historical dolls and discuss which outfits are really bringing the back to school vibes. Their top picks might surprise you! Send us your American Girl stories to americangirlwomen@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

Ranking the Birthday Vignettes (Happy Birthday Lindsey and Laura!) 11.08.2022

Lindsey and Laura celebrate their joint August Birthdays in the best way possible--by ranking the OG historical birthday vignettes! Send us your American Girl stories to americangirlwomen@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

The Care and Keeping of AG Women (with Emily Boyle) 02.08.2022

Listener Emily Boyle joins Laura and Lindsey to talk about her sweet AG memories that fostered closeness with the women and girls in her family. Plus the gals talk about some favorite AG items such as Samantha's desk, the millennium outfit, and the unproportionable AG animals.

Real Moms of AG (with Karen Adams) 26.07.2022

Laura and Lindsey are back with another Moms episode, this time with Lindsey's mom! They talk about Karen's childhood in Brooklyn playing with her Chatty Cathy, Thumbelina doll, and most of all Barbies! They also chat about Lindsey's bitty baby as the intro to big sisterhood followed by Felicity. Plus, Karen tells the gals which AG doll she would have today. Send us your American Girl stories to a...

The Right Way to Play (with Robyn Tretter) 19.07.2022

In the first ever Mom Series episode, Laura and Lindsey sit down with Laura's mom Robyn to discuss her childhood and the dolls she loved to play with (some definite throwbacks) as well as what she loved about sharing American Girl with her daughter, from books to perusing the catalog. Send us your American Girl stories to americangirlwomen@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love...

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